Lord in the Mythical Three Kingdoms

Chapter 269: Battle

Long Chen, you wicked fellow!!! Your thoughts are so sinister, far more than mine!

To actually use that powerless puppet emperor to threaten me!!

How could he not know that despite Long Chen’s young age, his ambition is no less than his own?

On the surface, Long Chen is here for the people of Xuzhou who suffered the massacre, but in reality, isn’t it just to obtain Xuzhou?

The ignorant people don’t know this, but how could Cao Mengde not know!

But now... the situation is very unfavorable for him!

The initiative is now in Long Chen’s hands because after the massacre, Cao Cao has completely lost the support of the people of Xuzhou.

And Long Chen, representing the Han Dynasty, suddenly arriving here is like sweet dew to the people of Xuzhou!

Cao Cao clenched his fists, gritting his teeth, the veins on the side of his forehead bulging like little green snakes, looking very ferocious.

Beside him, the sturdy and fierce general Cao Hong clasped his fists and angrily said:

"Master, this dog Long Chen ignores our advice and insists on hindering our plans. Why don’t we take advantage of their army not being here yet...

And just chop down that pretty boy in one strike!!!"

"Zilian, you’re being a bit impulsive..."

On the other side, Xiahou Dun frowned and said.

Cao Hong was known for his bravery and explosive temper, and having once saved Cao Cao’s life from Xu Rong’s blade, he was highly valued by Cao Cao.

Naturally, he was proud, but facing Xiahou Dun’s words, he suddenly fell silent, not speaking anymore.

Yet his eyes seemed to shoot out flames.

But this also shows how high Xiahou Dun’s authority is in Cao’s army, even Cao Hong holds him in great respect.

Cao Cao nodded, waving his black, solemn sleeve, gradually calming down, and said:

"Yuanrang (Xiahou Dun’s courtesy name) is right. Let’s go back first and discuss with the strategists before making a decision!"

The Jue Ying horse, understanding its master’s intention, stomped its strong front hooves and instantly turned into a shadow that vanished from sight.

Xiahou Dun and Cao Hong followed closely behind.

Long Chen just quietly watched Cao Cao leave, and Xu Chu fiercely said:

"Master, why don’t you let me cut off Cao Cao’s retreat and kill him here directly, so we can win without a fight!"

"Exactly, I think the same. It would save us from fighting later."

Dian Wei, clad in black heavy armor, nodded in agreement.

"No, do you really think Cao Cao would come alone without assurance? I’m sure his army is not far, watching us.

If anything happens to him, his army could attack at any moment.

And... the two people beside him are not simple!"

Long Chen shook his head, gently patting the Ice Dragon King’s forehead, signaling it to turn around.

Xu Chu, carrying his meteoric iron purple-gold blade on his broad shoulder, said fiercely:

"What’s there to be afraid of? No matter how strong, can they withstand my Tiger Strength!!!"

"If they can’t, I’m here too!" Dian Wei laughed, his ferocious look making others shudder.

Long Chen shook his head at these two simple-minded warriors... If Cao Cao were so easy to kill, he wouldn’t have such a high reputation!

Moreover, according to the official information from the game "The Great Lord," Cao Mengde is one of the top three elite bosses in the Eastern Han territory!

His strength is unfathomable, how could he be taken down so easily!

Besides, emotionally and strategically, Long Chen deeply admired Cao Mengde’s tactics and military skills.

If he could bring Cao Mengde under his command, it would be a great advantage in future battles against other civilized nations.

Back in the army camp, with Long Chen’s order, hundreds of thousands of troops immediately moved out.

The dense battle armor shone brightly under the sunlight, and an invisible murderous aura condensed in the air.

Bang!

Bang!

The soldiers marched in almost perfect unison, their uniformity shocking everyone.

Especially the generals and strategists in Cao’s army.

They had been campaigning for many years and naturally knew the immense cost it took for Long Chen’s army to reach such a level of discipline. freewebnovёl.ƈom

Such an army could be considered the elite among soldiers, the ace of the army.

Typically, if an ordinary warlord could have a few thousand of such elite troops, it would already be impressive.

And for a powerful figure like Yuan Shao, a northern hegemon, his elite troops only numbered in the tens of thousands.

But... Long Chen had more than a hundred thousand of such troops, the terrifying sense of oppression was truly astonishing.

Standing on the grand chariot, Cao Cao stroked his beard and sighed:

"These Danyang soldiers indeed live up to their reputation!!!"

"It’s just a pity that a treasure land like Danyang County has fallen into Long Chen’s hands. If it were mine, I would definitely dominate the world!"

Cao Hong, with his arms crossed, said nonchalantly: "Master, why should we fear? Our Qingzhou elites are not inferior to any army in terms of bravery!"

Xiahou Dun and the other generals nodded in agreement.

The Qingzhou soldiers were originally Yellow Turban rebels, extremely skilled in charging and fighting, each one brave and fierce.

After being trained, they had acquired some level of organization and discipline, making them elite troops.

Cao Cao frowned and said: "The Qingzhou soldiers are indeed brave, but in terms of organization and discipline, they fall far behind the Danyang elites!"

In battles between armies, what matters is not individual combat ability, but the ability to cooperate as a group.

In this aspect, Long Chen’s Danyang elites far surpassed Cao’s army.

"Pass the order, prepare the catapults!"

"Archers, ready!"

Cao Cao issued his commands with a stern face.

Several main generals responded and then retreated to organize the troops.

Moments later,

Rows of catapults were arranged neatly, aimed directly at Long Chen’s army.

The huge catapults, like ancient fierce beasts, exuded a sense of pressure that made everyone shudder.

These catapults were originally used to break city gates and walls, but now they were used to stop Long Chen’s army.

How could those soldiers withstand such terrifying impact?!

Many of Cao’s soldiers privately mocked, thinking Long Chen’s army would soon be terrified by these fearsome catapults.

"I bet we won’t even have to fight. Just these catapults will be enough to make them collapse!"

"Hahaha, I love watching those soldiers get smashed to pieces by these boulders!"

"Alright, enough talk. Hurry up and load the stones!"

Yu Jin walked over with a stern face, his whole body exuding a chilling aura. He scolded the chatting soldiers and enforced military discipline.

...

On the other side,

Long Chen’s army was marching at high speed, like a giant hammer raised high, ready to strike with terrifying force.

"Taishi Ci!" Long Chen shouted loudly as he galloped.

"At your service!"

"Lead five thousand elite cavalry to flank the enemy. When my main army engages them, charge from the rear and catch them by surprise!"

Hearing this, Taishi Ci’s eyes sparkled, and he quickly accepted the order with cupped fists.

He thought to himself, "Master’s strategy is brilliant. If I were Cao Cao, I would surely fall into this trap!"