Du Qi's army continued on their way to Anrong Pass. Because the distance was not far, the army arrived outside Anrong Pass in a short time. Along the way, Xue Rengui arranged the soldiers to scout ahead and keep an eye on the situation around the official road. Therefore, Li Shimin's people did not succeed and there were no more explosions.
Fortunately, although Li Shimin got gunpowder, he did not get the production of landmines and grenades. That was why Du Qi's army was able to travel without being affected. If Li Shimin also had landmines, at least Du Qi's march would be affected.
As soon as Du Qi's army arrived, Du Qi went forward and shouted, asking Li Shimin to come out and talk.
This was to confirm whether Li Shimin was on the gate tower.
When Li Shimin heard this, he immediately replied. However, when he replied, he did not speak himself. Instead, he first said a sentence and then began to let the soldiers relay his words. This way, even if Du Qi wanted to bombard him, it would be impossible.
After Li Shimin's words. Then he said, "Du Qi, this is Anrong Pass. It's impossible for you to break Anrong Pass. Even if you want to seize Anrong Pass, it's also impossible. As long as I have one soldier, I will fight to the end. Now, I'm going all out. Even if the country is in flames of war and tens of thousands of people rebel, I will never give up fighting with you. "
After hearing this, Du Qi said, "Li Shimin, you are so determined to fight with me, so stubborn about victory and defeat. Do you know that because of your actions, countless innocent people in the Great Tang will be displaced from their homes due to the rebellion of countless ambitious people? Li Shimin, if you are in the Tang Dynasty, as long as you still have the strength to fight, you will fight to the end. But now, you have internal and external troubles. How can you have the strength to resist? Now, why bother to continue fighting? For yourself, for the descendants of the Li family, for the thousands of innocent people in the Tang Dynasty, lay down your weapons and surrender. This is the best result. Li Shimin, wake up. Why do you persist in going about things the wrong way? "
With a cold laugh Li Shimin said, "If you, Du Qi, were in the same position, would you give up?"
Du Qi said without hesitation, "If I still have the strength to fight, I will naturally fight to the death. However, in your position and situation, you don't have the military strength, the weapons, the strength, and the only thing left is your pride. I'm willing to surrender, and I'm even more willing to give up. "
Li Shimin said, "Anybody can say that. Du Qi, if it were you, you wouldn't give up either. You are such a hypocrite. "
Du Qi said, "I, Du Qi, have never lied."
Li Shimin said, "Your mouth is on your body. You can say whatever you want. What's more, who knows what you're thinking? Du Qi, let's cut to the chase. We are on top of the city gate tower. We have already prepared enough weapons. If you want to come, then come. "
Du Qi said, "Ay, what a pity!"
Li Shimin said, "What are you sighing about?"
Du Qi's eyes were sharp, he said, "The reason why we are sighing is because you, Li Shimin, have always been known to love the people as your own children. How come now your people have fallen into the abyss of suffering and suffering the slaughter of countless people? Too bad you are not willing to save your people, and still insist on fighting with us here. "
Li Shimin disdainfully said, "Du Qi, cut the crap. If you want to fight, we will accompany you to the end."
His heart was furious.
Du Qi was purposely not letting go of him.
He wanted to attack him continuously.
Speaking of the people in the country, life was indeed difficult. Smoke was rising everywhere. Especially when the news of Li Shimin's defeat came back, the situation that had calmed down a little would certainly be chaotic again.
Du Qi clicked his tongue and shook his head, he said, "Li Shimin, you can't stop us."
Li Shimin said, "We'll know after we fight."
At this time, although Li Shimin was furious, in reality, he was not very flustered. Because according to Wei Shuyu's suggestion, he had already set up gunpowder in Anrong Pass. Not only outside the pass, but also inside the pass, gunpowder was set up. After Li Shimin, Wei Zheng, Wei Shuyu, and the others discussed, they believed that if Du Qi's weapon wanted to explode, it would explode on the city gate tower, not outside the city. Therefore, there was no need to detonate in advance, so they set up gunpowder outside the city.
When the battle started, Du Qi's army would continue to attack, and they would directly detonate the gunpowder outside the city. Although this weapon could not be compared to landmines, and could only be effective once, it was still worth it. But even so, it was still worth it.
Li Shimin continued, "Du Qi, if you have the guts, you can attack as much as you want. We are here at Anrong Pass, waiting for you. Aren't you very powerful? Why are you still so arrogant? Come and attack! "
Du Qi's eyes narrowed.
He felt somewhat strange.
Li Shimin's words made one feel weird. It was like Li Shimin was eager for him to attack.
Was there some danger?
Waiting for him to go.
Du Qi raised his head and stared at the Anrong Pass tower. Li Shimin was definitely on the pass.
Shangguan Yi opened his mouth, "Your majesty, based on my suggestion, let's first bombard it. After we bombard the entire Anrong Pass, then we will consider attacking. Anyways, with our mortars, it is enough to bombard Anrong Pass. The only regret is that this Anrong Pass has been strengthened. It is not easy to directly blow it up, so we can only bombard the city gate tower. Under the suppression of our weapons, our troops will swiftly advance. As long as we charge up Anrong Pass, we will definitely win this battle. "
Du Qi looked carefully and nodded his head, "Arrange for people to attack."
"Yes!"
Xue Rengui immediately agreed.
One by one, the mortars were in position and aimed at the city gate tower. Immediately, the first cannon shot was heard, followed by the sound of the mortars firing. Smoke and dust rose as the mortars continued to bombard.
Li Shimin was on the city gate tower. When he heard the sound of the cannon, he immediately ordered people to hide. Even Li Shimin himself quickly hid, not daring to show his face. After all, under the bombardment of the mortars, even if Li Shimin was the Emperor, there was nothing he could do.
Rumble!!!
The sound of explosions rang out continuously.
The sound of the cannons rumbled. The entire city gate tower was filled with smoke and dust, sand and stones flying everywhere. Even some soldiers who tried to hide were hit by the explosions and died. Fortunately, the Tang army had all dodged. Hence, even if there were people who were killed, it was only a small number. Not everyone was killed.
As the bombardment continued, Xia Xia's soldiers had already charged out. The army spread out and rushed forward quickly. When they got close to Anrong Pass, there were Tang soldiers who lit the fuse in the distance.
This fuse was buried underground.
Once the fuse was ignited.
Very quickly, the gunpowder that was closest to the fuse outside An Rong Pass was ignited. Following the first explosion, rumbling sounds of explosions rang out one after another.
Outside Anrong Pass, countless flames and smoke rose. Moreover, the soldiers who were charging forward were blown to the ground. However, this area was not too big.
On one hand, there was a part of the area outside Anrong Pass that was paved with cement. It was difficult to bury the gunpowder. Only areas that were not part of the official road could bury the gunpowder. On the other hand, Li Shimin had retreated. His weapons and gunpowder were damaged at the frontline. There was not much gunpowder left in Anrong Pass. Hence, there were only explosions within a hundred steps of Anrong Pass.
Du Qi saw the explosions outside Anrong Pass and raised his eyebrows. He knew that Li Shimin had asked him to attack. He did not expect that Li Shimin's plan was to bury gunpowder outside Anrong Pass with the intention of killing Du Qi's soldiers.
"It's a pity that this plan can only be used once."
Du Qi's eyes flashed with a sharp glint as he ordered, "Xue Rengui, pass down the order to attack with full force. There will only be one explosion outside Anrong Pass. Attack with full force and take Anrong Pass. "
"Yes!"
Xue Rengui received the order and arranged the troops.
Following the order, another three thousand soldiers were sent forward to participate in the battle. With the intervention of this army, they quickly rushed forward. In a short time, they made up for the losses caused by the bombardment. The army quickly rushed forward. After killing their way to the bottom of the city tower, they began to climb up the city tower.
Li Shimin frowned as he watched Xia Xia's army attack. This was because when Xia Xia's army attacked, they were extremely fast and ferocious. This made Li Shimin feel immense pressure.
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