"The Turks' reinforcements are here! That's great! "
In an instant, Gao Chang's civil and military officials cheered and breathed a sigh of relief. In the Western Region, Gao Chang's strongest point was that he had a strong city and was in an invincible position. That was why he could run amok in the Western Region.
In terms of military strength, the most powerful was undoubtedly the Western Turks. The Western Turks had more than 100,000 soldiers, and they were worthy of being the overlord of the Western Region. The fact that the Western Turks sent 30,000 soldiers was not a weak force in itself, and it also represented the attitude of the Western Turks. Now, the Western Turks and Gao Chang, two great powers in the Western Region, had joined forces to fight against the Tang Dynasty.
"How many Turks did General Helu bring?" Qu Zhisheng quickly asked.
"A total of 20,000 soldiers and horses," the official reported.
Gao Chang's officials could not help but be happy. 30,000 soldiers and horses was not a small number in the Western Region, especially the brave Turks. In the Western Region, they could be said to be a force that could destroy a country.
"30,000 soldiers and horses!" Qu Zhisheng was slightly relieved. The Western Turks had 30,000 cavalry, and Gao Chang also had 30,000 soldiers and horses. In addition to Gao Chang's strong city defense, this force was enough to fight against 100,000 soldiers of the Tang Dynasty.
"Your Majesty, what about the Tang Dynasty army?" Gao Chang's envoy asked.
Qu Zhisheng coldly looked at Gao Chang's envoy and said, "Bury my father first, then discuss how to fight the Tang Dynasty army."
"Fight the Tang Dynasty army?" Gao Chang's envoy could not help but be stunned for a while. Only then did he understand Qu Zhisheng's meaning. They must be joining forces with the Western Turks to fight against the Tang Dynasty. When he thought of the Tang Dynasty's army, Gao Chang's envoy could not help but feel a chill. However, when he saw Qu Zhisheng's determined face, he could not help but swallow the words he wanted to say.
Qu Zhisheng looked at his father's coffin, and a trace of determination flashed in his eyes. His father would rather die on the throne than go to Chang 'an. Was he willing to lose the throne that he had just obtained? Besides, he was not really desperate. The Western Turks' reinforcements were in Khagan Butoh Gao Chang's army...
Due to the urgency of time, everything was simplified. Gao Chang's king, Ju Wentai, was buried in a hurry. Although Ju Wentai's funeral was simple, the standard was the highest in the history of the Gao Chang Royal Family. Almost all the people in Gao Chang City spontaneously came to see Ju Wentai off.
During Ju Wentai's reign, Gao Chang took advantage of the Tang Dynasty's Silk Road to make Gao Chang rich quickly. The people generally benefited, and it could be said that he had won the hearts of the people.
"I heard that this time it was the Tang Dynasty army that forced the late king to his death."
"The late king had already found the Green Dragon True Medicine, but for Gao Chang and to appease the anger of the Tang Dynasty, he refused to take the medicine and wanted to die."
"What's even more hateful is that the king died for Gao Chang, and the Tang Dynasty still won't let Gao Chang go."
At the same time, a rumor that the Tang Dynasty army forced Ju Wentai to his death quietly spread among the people of Gao Chang. Suddenly, all the people were filled with righteous indignation. What made Gao Chang feel even more humiliated was that Ju Wentai's death did not appease the anger of the Tang Dynasty.
"Defeat the Tang Dynasty and avenge the late king!"
Such roars could be heard everywhere in Gao Chang City. In addition to the officers and soldiers who were actively preparing for war, all the people in the city actively participated in the defense of the city. They were determined to fight to the death with the Tang Dynasty army.
"Your Majesty, this is a wonderful plan. Now all the people in the city have been mobilized," an official came to report.
"Good!" Qu Zhisheng could not help but be happy. The news that the Tang Dynasty army forced Ju Wentai to his death was spread by him. In order to increase the determination of the people in Gao Chang City to resist, he did not care about his father's reputation anymore. He believed that his father's spirit in heaven would also agree with him.
"This time, an army of indignant soldiers will win. My Gaochang will definitely defeat the Great Tang." Qu Zhisheng was brimming with ambition. Now that all of Gaochang was united, and he had a sturdy city to rely on and powerful reinforcements from the outside, he was confident that he could resist the Great Tang.
Three days later, in the farmland city.
"So, Qu Zhisheng refused to surrender?" It had been three days, but there was still no news from Qu Zhisheng. It seemed that he was determined to resist.
"Reporting to the Grand General! Qu Zhisheng did not know what was good for him and refused the General's kindness. I am willing to be the vanguard to attack Gao Chang City and present Qu Zhisheng's head to the General! "Xin Yaoer stood out and said.
Xue Wanjun hurriedly stopped him and said, "Don't be reckless. According to the news from the scouts, the famous Western Turks general Ashina Khoru has led 20,000 Turk cavalry here. They are currently stationed in Khagan Butoh, north of Gao Chang. Our army must be on guard!"
It was Qu Zhisheng who spread the news that the Turks were coming. His purpose was to make the Tang Dynasty army retreat. Naturally, the news reached the ears of the Tang Dynasty army scouts.
"Ashina Khoru?" Hou Junji could not help but frown. The Western Turks were the old rivals of the Tang Dynasty army. He naturally knew how difficult it was to deal with the Turks, and Ashina Khoru was one of the few famous Turks.
"So what if they are the Turks? How can our Tang Dynasty be afraid of them? "Niu Jinda said fiercely.
"Good, this General has been waiting for the Western Turks for a long time." Hou Junji slapped the table and stood up.
When they used the sand table to calculate, they had already predicted that the Western Turks would intervene in the war between the Tang Dynasty and Gao Chang. Otherwise, they would not have used 100,000 soldiers. 30,000 soldiers were enough to flatten Gao Chang, and the remaining 70,000 soldiers were to guard against the Western Turks.
"Qixin He Li, where are you?" Hou Junji shouted.
Qixin He Li answered, "I am here!"
Hou Junji shouted, "Immediately order 10,000 cavalrymen to go to Khagan Butoh. Don't attack the city, just keep an eye on Ashina Khoru!"
After the water shortage in the Gobi Desert, Qixin He Li had gained Hou Junji's full trust. Moreover, according to the sand table, the Eastern Turks led by Qixin He Li were to defend against the Western Turks.
"I understand!" Qixin He Li cupped his hands and said. Although the Western Turks and Eastern Turks were of the same origin, the tribes were scattered across many places and did not have much affection for each other. Moreover, the Qixin He Li's tribe did not have a good life in the Turks. Otherwise, they would not have been so loyal to the Tang Dynasty. Moreover, the task given by Hou Junji this time was not very important. It was only to restrain the Western Turks, so Qixin He Li would naturally do his best.
"Xin Yaoer, this General orders you to be the vanguard. Lead 10,000 cavalrymen and open a path for the army!" Hou Junji ordered.
"I understand!" Xin Yaoer was overjoyed and quickly accepted the order.
The vanguard of the army was the easiest position to make contributions. Xin Yaoer fought bravely and had made contributions in the Battle of Tian Tian City. It was reasonable for Hou Junji to take on this important task. Seeing that Hou Junji gave the vanguard task to Xin Yaoer, the generals did not have any objections.
After everything was arranged, Hou Junji looked around at the generals and said solemnly, "Leave 5,000 men to guard Tian Tian City. The rest of the army will go to Gao Chang City."
Tian Tian City was the Tang Dynasty Army's retreat and headquarters. Naturally, there were enough people to guard it. 5,000 Tang Dynasty Army soldiers were enough to defend Tian Tian City.
"Yes!" The generals replied.
Soon, after three days of rest, the Tang Dynasty Army that had recovered immediately reorganized and headed to Gao Chang City.
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