"Lord Prefecture Overseer, I … I don't know how many pursuers are behind Lord Prefecture Overseer. May I be so bold as to ask for Lord Prefecture Overseer's assistance in fending them off …"
After the two of them met for a while, Han Dai asked about the situation of the pursuers behind Yang Rui and asked Yang Rui to help defend East Peace City. However, Yang Rui almost called himself a 'little girl' again. Fortunately, Han Dai was quick-witted enough to change it to 'little general' in time.
Moreover, one had to admit that Han Dai indeed had a strong ability to command troops. This point could be seen from the way she requested for Yang Rui's assistance. Han Dai should have already thought of a plan to deal with the enemy. From the beginning, she wanted Yang Rui to lead the cavalry outside East Peace City and coordinate with the outside to deal with Yuan Shao's pursuers.
East Peace City had several small tributaries of the Lingtuo River flowing through the north and south sides, almost adding a natural barrier to the city. Only the east and west sides had more leeway to attack the city. If it was a cavalry, their movements would be greatly restricted. The most convenient route would be to pass through East Peace City. Infantry, on the other hand, could use the numerous simple wooden bridges in the vicinity to circle around the county. This kind of terrain was considered very unique in the North.
This was also one of the reasons why Han Dai stationed her troops in East Peace City. It was also because of this restriction that Yang Rui had no choice but to lead the cavalry through East Peace City. Han Dai and Yang Rui's plan to coordinate with the outside was to have Yang Rui lay in ambush at the west side of the city after crossing the city in preparation to ambush Yuan Shao's pursuers.
Yang Rui naturally did not reject Han Dai's request. His original goal was to eliminate Yuan Shao's forces as much as possible. Now that he could cooperate with Han Fu's troops, Yang Rui naturally would not miss this opportunity.
Moreover, the general guarding East Peace City was Han Gui. He seemed to be quite strategic. The role arranged for him was also very suitable for cavalry. This was also the reason why Yang Rui agreed so quickly.
Zhang Ning led the cavalry in front while Yuan Shao's pursuers followed closely behind. The speed of one fleeing and one chasing was naturally not slow. Yang Rui had just finished his agreement with Han Dai when his cavalry arrived at East Peace City. Not long after the cavalry passed through, Yuan Shao's pursuers arrived at the east gate of East Peace City.
"Who is the general guarding the city? I hope you can make it convenient for us to pass through East Peace City. Pursue the enemy attacking my Ji Province! " After Yuan Shao's pursuers arrived at East Peace City, they communicated with the defending army like Yang Rui.
When Yang Rui's cavalry passed through East Peace City, he himself did not leave immediately. Even if Yuan Shao's troops wanted to circle around East Peace City, it would take at least half a day. During this period of time, Yang Rui could easily use the Flying Carpet to leave at any time. Therefore, Yang Rui stayed behind to understand how Han Gui dealt with Yuan Shao's pursuers.
According to Han Gui's promise with Yang Rui, he seemed to have made up his mind to fight to the death with Yuan Shao's pursuers. However, East Peace City originally had about 40000 soldiers and Yuan Shao's pursuers would not exceed 70,000 to 80,000. Under normal circumstances, if it was Yang Rui, he would not easily attack the city. Yang Rui wanted to see how Han Gui was going to lure Yuan Shao's pursuers to attack the city.
"This lowly one is the subordinate of Provincial Governor Han Fu, Han Gui. I have not seen the enemy from Ji Province that you speak of. You brought your troops here, are you here to deceive the city? East Peace City only has less than 2000 soldiers. If you have any improper thoughts after entering the city, how will this lowly one explain to Provincial Governor Han Fu?! "
After hearing the request of Yuan Shao's troops, Han Gui's face revealed a difficult expression. After hesitating for a while, he seemed to have made up his mind. He spoke to the Yuan Shao's general.
Yang Rui, who was disguised as Han Gui, could clearly see that Han Gui's expression was completely faked. Moreover, when he spoke, he had already used a military strategy skill. Yang Rui could clearly see a ball of light similar to when he used his military strategy skill. As Han Gui spoke, the ball of light converged towards the Yuan Shao's general!
As long as one's strength was enough, one could observe the light of skills in the same camp. This was similar to when Yang Rui, Cao Cao, and Bao Xin fought the enemy together during the Yellow Turban Uprising storyline. Furthermore, Han Gui flatly denied that Yang Rui had passed through the city. Moreover, the reported number of soldiers guarding the city was also false. Yang Rui was able to deduce that Han Gui was deliberately deceiving the other party.
"Hmph! We famous people do not do things secretly. Clearly, the cavalry of Qing Province had already passed through East Peace City. Why do you deliberately hide it? We are all colleagues of Ji Province. Moreover, Yuan Shao and Provincial Governor Han Fu have always been on good terms. If the two sirs were in East Peace City right now, they would probably let us pass. Why do you make things difficult for us?! "
Towards Han Gui's words, the Yuan Shao's general below the city was naturally very dissatisfied. Thus, he began to speak out to coerce Han Gui. However, he kept talking about the relationship between Yuan Shao and Han Fu. He forcefully turned the hostile relationship into "always been on good terms". This made Yang Rui, who was standing to the side, not know whether to laugh or cry.
"This …."
Han Gui seemed to be momentarily at a loss for words. It seemed that he did not know how to respond to the other party. This situation made the Yuan Shao's general below the city even more proud. It seemed that he had already grasped Han Gui's weakness and was determined to win.
"Han Gui, I'm sorry! Although what the general said is reasonable, it is currently an eventful period. Provincial Governor Han Fu has already said that anyone who passes through must have a written order from the Provincial Governor. Otherwise, no one can easily pass through.
If the general has a written order from the Provincial Governor, then I will order people to open the city gates and line the streets to welcome the general's arrival. If the general does not have a written order, then don't blame Han Gui for being inconvenient! I only accept the written order from the Provincial Governor. Please do not say anything else! "
Seemingly in a dilemma for a while, Han Gui finally gritted his teeth and rejected the request of Yuan Shao's general below the city. Of course, this scene was also faked by Han Gui!
Yang Rui, who was standing to the side, could not help but admire Han Gui's performance from the beginning to the end. Han Gui was really a talent. 99% of the words he said to the general were lies. However, his expression and tone were perfect. He was very into the role! If this was in reality, it would be comparable to any movie king.
"You …"
Hearing Han Gui's final words, Yuan Shao's general below the city was stunned. Then he said fiercely, "Kid, you better think carefully. Do you believe that I will not take your Eastern Peace City?!"
"Uh!"
Han Gui seemed to be shocked when he heard this. With a trembling expression, he made up his mind and ordered, "All soldiers, prepare to defend the city!"
After hearing Han Gui's order, the few soldiers arranged on the city wall in advance immediately panicked. From time to time, there were soldiers running around and even falling to the ground. There was no military discipline in the entire scene. They looked like they were scared out of their wits. Han Gui immediately scolded the soldiers.
As if this was not enough, Han Gui began to angrily scold the general below the city walls. He said things like "disregarding the friendship between colleagues and arbitrarily taking the city of an ally", "going against the wishes of Governor Yuan Shao", "must report to Provincial Governor Han Fu about the invasion of the city", "fight to the death", and a lot of similar words. It was as if the enemy had already taken Eastern Peace City.
"Haha! Haha! You don't know what's good for you. You want to stop my 100,000 troops with just a few thousand people? Don't even think about it. Watch how I take your city! Go ahead and complain to Han Fu. Let's see if he has the ability to back you up! Hahaha … "
The more Han Gui reprimanded him, the more ferocious the enemy general became. As he spoke, he had already turned around to pack up his troops and was about to attack Eastern Peace City. However, he was not sure if there would be any more variables.
Although Han Gui's acting was very clever throughout the entire process, revealing the "details" of the number of soldiers defending the city and successfully angering the other party, Yang Rui knew that Han Gui's military tactics from the beginning played a decisive role in this! This once again aroused Yang Rui's covetous heart towards Han Gui, this unknown character.
"Han Gui has already done his best in this matter. Whether or not I can lure them to attack the city will depend on whether or not they have a powerful military advisor. If my plan is seen through, I'm afraid all my previous efforts will be in vain! Furthermore, I don't know the strength of that general just now. However, he is still quite a threat. "
Looking at Yuan Shao's troops who were preparing to attack the city, Han Gui revealed a real emotional expression. It was as if he really hoped that the other party would attack, but at the same time, he was also a little worried.
What Yang Rui did not know was that although Han Dai had some brilliant commanding skills, she had not experienced any real battle before. If the other party really attacked Eastern Peace City this time, it would be Han Dai's first battle in her life! Moreover, the significance of this battle was equally great. It was equivalent to Han Dai making a huge decision to mobilize her father's determination. Therefore, Han Dai could not help but feel a little anxious at the same time.
"On this point, General Han Gui does not need to be too worried. As far as I know, Yuan Shao himself, Yan Liang, and Wen Chou are currently in the territory of Ping Ping County. Among the relatively strong generals under his command, only Gao Lan is left in Bo Hai County's administrative center, Nan Pi City. The strength of the general outside the city should not exceed the level of a special-grade general. I think he should be able to handle it! "Yang Rui timely spoke.
In reality, it was just as Yang Rui said. Yuan Shao did not have many strong generals under his command. At this time, they were not in Bohai Prefecture. The only one who could exceed Yang Rui's strength was Gao Lan, who was overseeing Nanpi City.
However, among Yuan Shao's subordinates, there were a few special class generals with strength comparable to Yang Rui. Yang Rui had encountered three or four of them when he was causing trouble in Bohai Prefecture. However, these special class generals did not appear at the same time. Otherwise, Yang Rui would not be able to handle them. Therefore, according to Yang Rui's judgment, this Yuan Shao general outside Eastern Peace City should also be a special class general.
"Then I can be at ease. This battle will depend on Prefecture Overseer. I … I am very grateful …"
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