Free Web NovelChapter 270: Raging Winds and Fierce Waves
Seeing Taishi Ci leading 5,000 elite cavalry away, Long Chen continued to issue orders:
"Zilong, you lead the main army and attack from the front with me."
"Xu Chu, Dian Wei! You two will command the remaining infantry and charge!!"
"Understood!"
The three fierce generals cupped their fists and shouted, each taking their weapons to command their troops.
In this battle, Long Chen brought a total of 50,000 troops, all elite soldiers.
5,000 second-tier Yellow Turban strongmen followed closely behind Xu Chu, each burly and strong, with a yellow cloth band tied around their foreheads.
This yellow cloth band was different from the one they wore when they were Yellow Turban rebels; now, it had faint golden cloud patterns on it.
This symbolized that Long Chen’s army was currently part of the Han Dynasty faction, receiving the Han Dynasty’s national fortune, thus enhancing their combat power. ƒreewebηoveℓ.com
Even the green giant hammers they held had a faint golden hue.
There were also 3,000 third-tier Golden Warriors, serving as Long Chen’s personal guards, their strength was evident!
Even first-rate and top-tier generals would not dare to confront these 3,000 Golden Warriors head-on.
Golden Warriors had strong individual combat abilities and even stronger group combat capabilities, with high levels of organization and discipline, making other troops look inferior.
From a bird’s-eye view, the Golden Warriors marched in perfectly organized geometric formations.
If they encountered a cavalry charge, they would raise their left-hand golden shields to form a huge golden shield wall, enough to withstand terrifying damage.
When attacking, they would put away their shields and draw giant axes with their right hands, slashing forward with brutal efficiency.
Gods would be slain, demons would be exterminated!
The tight shield formation covered their faces, leaving only three slits for cold, bloodthirsty eyes and a hole for breathing.
Long Chen was confident that even against the special Greek units—Spartans, he would dare to confront them with his Golden Warriors.
And before the 3,000 Golden Warriors were Long Chen’s ace cavalry—the Tiger Ben Army!!
Although the Tiger Ben Army was only a second-tier unit, considering the rarity of special cavalry units, even third-tier infantry could not surpass them by much.
Moreover, the Tiger Ben Army was an imperial guard!!
Led by Zhao Yun, they followed behind Long Chen.
An invisible killing intent soared to the sky, making Man Chong, with his keen senses, feel uneasy.
Man Chong frowned, worriedly looking at the gloomy sky, then clasped his hands and closed his eyes to calculate.
Moments later, his frown deepened, showing deep wrinkles.
He felt that Long Chen’s army was extraordinary and posed a significant threat to Cao’s army.
It should be known that Cao’s army had nearly a hundred thousand troops this time, several times more than Long Chen’s army.
Moreover, there were numerous powerful siege weapons, which could effectively deplete Long Chen’s forces.
Even so, Man Chong still felt uneasy, and after the divination just now, his anxiety grew.
Thinking it over, he paced behind Cao Cao and cupped his hands in salute:
"Master, a great battle is about to begin, and you are a person of immense value. Why not temporarily stay at the rear of the army? It will not be too late to command after we achieve victory."
Cao Cao sneered and waved his hand dismissively, "Ridiculous, ridiculous. I have been through many battles! Why should I fear the current situation?!"
"Moreover, if the commander fears the enemy and retreats, how can you expect my soldiers to have the courage to face the enemy?!!"
"I will not retreat! If anyone should retreat, it should be you, sir!"
However, as he said this, Cao Cao’s eyes narrowed slightly, like a scorpion hidden in the desert.
Man Chong, under Cao Cao’s gaze, felt his heart pound, realizing that his master was already displeased with his suggestion.
Cao Cao despised those who feared death, especially in critical moments.
Man Chong’s suggestion was akin to seeking his own death, so he quickly apologized with cupped hands.
He said earnestly, "The enemy has not retreated, so I will not retreat!"
Only then did Cao Cao’s clenched fists in his sleeves slowly relax.
"Hahaha! Excellent, sir, why not watch this spectacle with me, watch how Long Chen’s army crumbles under my troops’ charge!!"
If Long Chen’s army were defeated, Cao Cao would temporarily abandon Xuzhou and pursue victory.
The reason for chasing Long Chen was the high level of threat he posed to Cao Cao.
Given more time, Long Chen might not only dominate Yangzhou but possibly control the entire southern Han territory.
Thinking of this, Cao Cao’s heartbeat quickened.
His fists clenched tightly.
This Emperor, it belongs to me, Cao Cao!!!
Transitioning from a loyal minister of Han to a warlord of the late Han Dynasty, Cao Cao’s psychological journey was extremely tumultuous and complex.
But in any case, after obtaining Yanzhou, experiencing the reverence of tens of thousands, and seeing once unreachable nobles kneeling and begging before him, his heart underwent a qualitative change.
To ascend to the pinnacle of power is the highest realm of life.
And Cao Cao wanted to be the one to pierce the heavens.
......
Boom!!!
Ahhhh!!!
Miserable screams echoed between heaven and earth, countless soldiers fell in pools of blood, their eyes blank, helplessly watching their blood flow out, draining away...
"Master, watch out!!!"
Zhao Yun’s spear struck like a dragon, a dazzling white light flashed, sending the general who was slashing down at Long Chen flying far away.
"Thank you, Zilong!"
Long Chen, gasping for breath, barely escaped danger, and with another spear thrust, sent dozens of enemies flying.
His mount, the Ice Dragon King, was equally fierce and skilled, shooting out ice blades that silently claimed the lives of dozens.
Cao Cao, sitting atop his divine steed Absolute Shadow, angrily watched the horrific scene before him.
He had thought that with his 150,000 strong army, scattering Long Chen’s mere 50,000 troops would be an easy task.
But as the battle unfolded, Cao Cao realized he had been too hasty.
Long Chen’s 50,000 troops were not mere soldiers; they were 50,000 tireless, fearless steel warriors!
"This is the elite of Yangzhou troops?! Seeing them today, they live up to their reputation! It seems there’s a reason why Long Chen rose so quickly," strategist Man Chong thought to himself. freewēbnoveℓ.com
"Bernin (Man Chong’s courtesy name), at a time like this, you’re still praising the enemy!" Cao Cao grumbled discontentedly.
Man Chong smiled sheepishly, then became serious, and said:
"Master, don’t worry, watch what I can do!"
With that, Man Chong rode forward, activating his skill—[Gale and Raging Waves].
Suddenly, a strange and fierce wind swept in, causing low-ranked soldiers of Yangzhou’s army to feel uneasy, short of breath.
Before they could catch their breath, a black tide surged in.
Though the tide was illusory, it had real destructive power.
The difference was that this raging wave seemed to have eyes, specifically targeting Yangzhou’s army, while leaving Cao’s troops unharmed.
These eyes were naturally controlled by Man Chong himself.
This skill caused significant losses to Long Chen’s army, but fortunately, at a critical moment, Long Chen intervened.
His cold eyes flickered with terrifying thunder, like the descent of the God of Thunder!
