Chapter 6, Creating Something from Nothing, The Transformation of Military Strategy
When the time comes, I have plenty of means to ensure he cannot resist, and his life and death will be in my hands
I have made extensive arrangements in the city, with all necessary documents and references in place, making entry and exit from Chang'an unproblematic. The city's defenses are not without their vulnerabilities, and I am confident in my ability to carry out my plans within the city.
Puff!
Fu Feng stood on the other side: "When you invited me, you did not mention that I also had to enter the city to take action"
"What do you wish to do after entering the city?" asked the envoy.
The two individuals silently leaped from their hiding place, darting towards the forest's edge from both sides, swift as phantoms
When Xia Jie and Fu Feng were ambushed and caught and released, Huo Qubing had just emerged from the Weiyang Palace
Liu Qingxing's eyes glistened with tears, and she watched from the side, secretly amazed.
Liu Che smiled and looked at the astonished Liu Qing
She took the opportunity to slip into the distant mountains and disappeared without a trace
It is evident that the attackers must undoubtedly be the Han army
There are many similar matters; otherwise, why do you think I favor him so much? Is it simply because he is close to me and a trusted confidant?
Dressed in a long gown, yet unable to conceal the graceful curves of Xia Jie, she stands on a low hill, gazing at Chang'an through the shade of the trees
Hmph
Staying here is even more inappropriate. The Han army is well-equipped, and this arrow is from the broken armor secret pattern crossbow passed down from the previous dynasty. In the next round of crossbow fire, even if we do not die, we will surely be injured.
Liu Che glanced at Huo Qubing, noticing that he seemed to want to say something but hesitated. Suddenly, he laughed and said: "Are you still wanting to inquire about the recent movements of the Xiongnu?"
You wish to go to the battlefield and engage in combat with foreign tribes to achieve victory
In his youth, he practiced diligently, breaking through three barriers in two years. At the age of nine, he observed his uncle Wei Qing and me as we devised military strategies, and he was able to propose pivotal ideas that even the two of us admired.
The most deadly aspect was not only the arrows visible on the surface, but also the emergence of another arrow seemingly out of thin air in the void
Liu Che continued: "Commanding troops in battle has been your ambition since childhood, which is commendable. However, maintaining stability within the court amidst turmoil is also a significant matter that must not be taken lightly"
He discovered that the scroll of military strategy in his consciousness unfurled once again, revealing more content.
The sturdy trunk of the tree was unexpectedly pierced by a crossbow bolt, sending wood chips flying
The three individuals were briefly entangled, and Fu Feng was struck in the shoulder by a cold arrow.
Liu Qing glanced in the direction where Huo Qubing had departed and remarked, "Some individuals are outstanding in their youth, but discussing strategies on paper is ultimately different from the life-and-death struggles on the battlefield"
Huo Qubing said: "Your Majesty, do you suspect that recent attacks on court officials are the work of remnants of Former Qin hiding in the shadows"
Having been struck in the leg by an arrow, movement became difficult, and in the blink of an eye, he was ensnared by both.
Chang'an is the central hub of the Han Dynasty, where inspections are the strictest; entering the city like this is extremely dangerous
Take him back and wait for questioning
The symbol of the mobile entity let out a low growl, clearly channeling power to defend its entire body, yet under the assault of the powerful arrows, the external energy burst apart with a loud explosion
When we are at war with the Xiongnu, any instability within the court will directly affect the success or failure of the war
Huo Qubing stated solemnly: "What use is merely following the strategies of the ancients? It is insufficient to rely solely on the established tactics of ancient military texts when engaging in battle. I believe that one must respond to the changing circumstances of warfare, strike at the enemy's weaknesses, and only then can one achieve victory."
Why is Your Majesty so certain that the young Ho Shizhong can command the troops?
The myriad strategies and tactics of military schools have evolved to create the miraculous ability to bring forth something from nothing
Whoosh
Go
The arrows nearly covered the area where both were located
The arrow came unexpectedly from https://m.hetushu.com, but fortunately, both individuals were exceptionally skilled. They swiftly retreated, executing movements that defied the principles of mechanics, gliding close to the ground. In the first instance, they sought cover and successfully hid behind two large trees, evading the crossbow bolt.
Later, that battle indeed resulted in a great victory
The extra arrow caught Fu Feng off guard, piercing through his thigh and leaving it a bloody mess
"The farmer's act of pulling up seedlings to help them grow..." Fu Feng whispered sharply
Click!
Your Majesty holds such great trust in Minister Huo
Yao Zhao sneered, "The Dark Guards have already caught up."
Huo Qubing actually refused, stating that adhering to the military strategies of ancient people is insufficient for achieving victory, truly a display of youthful arrogance
This is clearly not an ordinary arrow; its power is astonishingly strong
Liu Che said lightly: "He has been by my side for many years, and I observe him day and night; how could I be mistaken
Well
The wind blows, and the trees nearby and far away rustle softly
We will enter Chang'an shortly and wait for the right moment to act, first controlling the illegitimate son of the Huo family
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He possesses an innate dedication and anticipation for commanding troops in battle, as if it were his mission
In the face of the formidable Han army, they still had some chance of hiding in the shadows, but once they encountered them head-on, they were simply no match.
These Han troops have been battle-hardened, ruthless and merciless, striking down their enemies and delivering finishing blows, leaving no opportunity for their opponents.
The location where the large tree was pierced quickly revitalized, revealing a layer of greenish glow that shielded Xia Jie behind the tree
Liu Che is the Son of Heaven, and he wishes to personally impart the military strategies and tactics of Huo Qubing. What a great honor and significance this holds
The captured Fu Feng was brought closer and was alarmed by the words just spoken by Yao Zhao at mhetushu.com
I understand what you are thinking, but I believe that engaging in a struggle with those who lurk in the shadows to assassinate court officials is a trivial matter, not worth expending much effort on
Xia Jie struck like lightning, her fingers probing at the large tree that shielded her in front.
What surprised Liu Qing even more was that Liu Che not only did not take offense, but also looked at him with admiration, laughing heartily and saying
When Fu Feng opened his mouth to cough up blood, he only felt suffocated. Engaging in combat with the regular army, the opponent used the full strength of their military formation to assault an individual, showing no regard for martial ethics
Then I shall wait to see how you command the troops and what extraordinary strategies you possess to defeat the enemy
After he broke through to the fifth realm in his training, he needed to personally experience the edge of battle to forge a warrior's courage. Wei Qing took him to the battlefield to observe, and he was eager to try, showing no fear. At that time, he was only eleven years old. Although Wei Qing did not dare to let him join the fray, he discovered that his nephew's understanding of the battlefield was surprisingly aligned with his own; both believed that attacking from the flank could more quickly tear through the enemy's formation
The spirit of Huo Qubing is invigorated
In the next moment, the sound of crossbow bolts like rain intertwined with the vibrations of bowstrings, and indeed, the Han army was rapidly approaching
Xia Jie and Fu Feng are experienced; based on the speed and force of the arrow, they can determine that it was shot from a military crossbow
Buzz—buzz!
"Pursue!" shouted a general
He stumbled with a pained groan, his speed sharply decreasing. On the other side, as if propelled by the wind, the astonishingly fast Yue Rao and Qu Jun approached simultaneously.
After he left, Liu Qing inquired: "Your Majesty, do you intend to use the disturbances stirred up by some remnants of the Former Qin hidden in the shadows to train Minister Huo? When a conflict arises with the Xiongnu, will you truly allow him to lead the troops into battle?"
Liu Qingsu was well aware that this elder brother, Emperor Wei, was difficult to gauge, and all the ministers were silent as if frozen in fear, not daring to overstep even slightly. It was unexpected that m.hetushu.com would be so lenient towards Huo Qubing.
Fu Feng let out a sigh, wanting to speak, when Xia Jie beside him suddenly became alert, pricking up her ears to listen
I do not dare
He looked at the crossbow in his hand, feeling somewhat regretful that his skill of conjuring something from nothing was only superficial. If this arrow were to be shot by Master Huo, its power and control would be far superior to his own
It was Xia Jie who, while in motion, took out a piece of silk manuscript, which had interwoven patterns and emitted a luminous white aura, deflecting a volley of arrows
Only by breaking through the encirclement can the two of us have a chance of survival
We parted ways.
No need to pursue any further, as the Minister Huo has issued an order. This operation is intended to deliberately alarm them, capturing one while letting another go. By releasing this rabbit, it is possible that it will lead us to capture a whole nest.
A strange scene unfolded
Xia Jie turned pale and said: "This sound... is it a crossbow?!"
Before Fu Feng could respond, an arrow shot out from the side
This situation is completely different from his previous encounters, as he was captured with almost no opportunity to showcase his skills.
Not long ago, the Xiongnu sent a message, reiterating the proposal of a marriage alliance with our Han Dynasty, requesting a daughter of the royal family to be married to them, in order to test my reaction
The true strength of the opponent is unknown, and it is unclear how many people have arrived. If one were to rashly go out, it is likely they would run headlong into their hands
Dozens of zhang away, the young general Yao Zhao, who had previously followed Huo Qubing, stood side by side with Yue Rao, one of the leaders of the secret guards under the command of the court official.
I once said that I wish to personally transmit to you the military strategies of Sun Wu and Wu Qi, the teachings of the two sages, and the study of the interplay of forms and the principles of yin and yang. Now I ask you once more, are you willing to learn
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Huo Qubing reported on various matters, paid his respects to Liu Che, and then exited the study with the books, turning to leave.
Liu Che nodded and said: "If you handle the matter at hand well, when we next engage with foreign tribes, I will allow you to accompany the army on the expedition."
The morning sun exuberantly radiates heat, its brilliance overwhelming.
Yao Zhao fixed his gaze on the rapidly moving figures of Fu Feng and the other, concealed by the trees, and sneered, "Seeking death!" He drew his bow and nocked an arrow, instantly shooting it out.
The two also considered another question: why did the Han army suddenly appear? Their actions were discreet, and they were cautious at every turn, yet since the Han army has arrived, it is evident that they had discovered them long ago
Xia Jie said: "Let us proceed as we did before, first locating his residence and observing him discreetly. There are always servants in his household; we should identify the right opportunity and start with them before approaching him.
The whereabouts of both oneself and Xia Jie had indeed long been discovered. As the other party launched their attack, the two of them were like fish caught in a net, unaware of their predicament. Ironically, they had previously intended to infiltrate the city and scheme against that illegitimate child
At the age of thirteen, he accompanied the army to Jiangdong to quell the bandits. The Minister of War ordered him to lead a small team responsible for cleaning up the battlefield. Upon receiving the command, he took charge of the troops to launch a surprise attack on the enemy's headquarters at Fengchao Mountain
Even with profound cultivation, both individuals are well aware that if they are besieged by the Han army, their small numbers would be no match for the overwhelming force, and they could face death at any moment
Huo Qubing replied calmly, "As commanded by Your Majesty, I shall do my utmost."
A sharp sound seemed to pierce through the void, something happened. It was approaching rapidly
In a hasty manner, Fu Feng was consecutively struck hard twice, and then was hit on the shoulder blade by a punch from Qu Jun, after which several soldiers, fierce as wolves and tigers, pounced on him and captured him alive
Since the fall of the Qin Dynasty, remnants of the Yu clan from the Former Qin have been secretly hiding, and for many years, there have been traces of their involvement behind numerous upheavals
Liu Che responded in a low voice, his gaze still fixed on the memorial in his hand