Li Xian saw Guo Daifeng draw his horizontal sword and strike at him, but he didn't even dodge. He knew that although the other party was angry, he didn't dare to seriously attack him. After all, his identity was there. If he really dared to do it,
He would definitely die without a burial place, even if he was a close confidant of Empress Wu, it would be useless, because although Gaozong was a coward, if he really got angry, Empress Wu would be helpless.
Sure enough, Guo Daifeng's knife only reached a foot above Li Xian's head and stopped moving. He snorted and laughed and said: "You want me to lose my life by killing you. This is too ridiculous.
I will not be fooled by you. However, I have already decided on the expedition, and it is useless for you to stop me, unless you kill me. But just as I dare not kill you, you do not dare to kill me."
"Hmph, if you insist on going your own way and disregard the safety of our army, do you think I really dare not kill you? Guo Daifeng, don't rely on your status. If I kill you, the most the Holy Emperor and the Queen will punish me is my salary.
What else can I do with a few words of reprimand?" Li Xian couldn't care so much at this time, so he threatened Guo Daifeng, hoping that Guo Daifeng would be afraid and stop sending troops.
But Guo Daifeng was really not afraid of this. He showed a contemptuous smile to Li, then wiped his neck with his hand, and said lightly: "The big head is right here, you can come and get it."
Yes, if I frown, I am not considered a good man. But if the king really feels that the general's proposal is inappropriate, it is better for the general to go to Wuhai with General Ashina and thousands of Turkic cavalry to help General Xue fight.
, this Dafeichuan camp and all the supplies and food are delivered to the king, but I think the king, with his dignity as a prince, may not dare to garrison here alone, right? Otherwise, it would be better if he loses the battle, but if he loses his life or is captured by the Tubo, I'm afraid
It will be too late to regret it by then.”
Li Xian was shocked when he heard this, and immediately realized that this was Guo Daifeng's trick to kill someone with a knife. He escaped by himself and led his army to help Xue Rengui. He could compete with Xue Rengui for the victory of capturing Wuhai, and at the same time leave the task of guarding the baggage to himself.
, if you win, it's okay, but once you lose, all the responsibilities will be pushed onto yourself. Even if you are unfortunately killed by the enemy, wouldn't it be even more unintentional?
But at this time, Li Xian couldn't care so much. In order to avoid the baggage being destroyed by Guo Daifeng, he had no choice but to grit his teeth and accept this task.
So Li Xian nodded and said: "Let's do this over there. You take away General Ashina's Turkic cavalry, and leave the heavy troops here, under my command. If General Guo makes the first contribution, don't forget to come back."
Help me get on board, but you should know that helping others is helping yourself. If the general doesn't come back if we can't support him anymore, hehe, I'm afraid that all the great achievements the general will make by then will be in vain."
"You, what did you say? You actually agreed?" Guo Daifeng was shocked when he heard this, because he believed that Li Xian would never not know what he had in mind, but even so, he agreed, and this made him feel uncomfortable
No more thinking.
"Li Xian, what kind of medicine are you selling in this gourd? You jumped into it even though you knew it was a trap, but you didn't care. Anyway, you built the fortress according to my method. As long as Li Xian is not too stupid, Tubo will come with a hundred thousand
The army can hold on for at least a month, and by that time Xue Rengui and I are expected to have returned long ago. By then, the armies of both sides will attack from both sides. Since I have taken the lead, Li Xian will not die. Isn't it the best of both worlds? Of course.
, I can't be the first to raise this matter. It is best for him to take the initiative now. Even if he is held responsible, it will have nothing to do with me. But Li Xian is very ambitious, and I can't take advantage of him. Well, after the triumph, he will definitely
I will give you a few 'kind words' in front of the Queen to let him know the benefits of annoying me, Guo Daifeng."
After Guo Daifeng made up his mind, he said: "This is what you asked for. If something bad happens, don't regret it."
Li Xian nodded when he heard this and said: "Don't worry, since I have agreed, I will certainly keep my word."
When Guo Daifeng heard this, he immediately felt relieved, and then warmly greeted Li Xian to sit down, and then sent someone to invite the generals to come to the tent to discuss matters.
After a while, all the generals gathered together. Guo Daifeng symbolically analyzed the situation at hand, and then told everything that he and Li Xian had "discussed": "Today, the King of Zhou took the initiative to lead the baggage regardless of his own safety.
The soldiers stayed behind to continue building forts to prevent the enemy from cutting off our food routes, and suggested that I lead the Turkic cavalry to help General Xue, echoing General Xue from a distance, and jointly defeat the powerful enemy. I would first express my gratitude to the king on behalf of General Xue, so
The general ordered that the Turkic cavalry and General Ashina set out for Wuhai with the general, while the rest of the troops stayed here under the command of the King of Zhou to continue building forts to prevent the enemy from suddenly coming to cut off our food routes and ensure that we
The foundation of the army has not been lost. After I and General Xue defeat the enemy, I will definitely lead the army to join you. I wonder what you think?"
When the generals saw that the supreme commander had given orders, they naturally had nothing to say.
Seeing that the generals were speechless, Guo Daifeng couldn't help but feel proud. He was about to speak when he saw Li Xian say: "Why is General Guo so inconsistent in his words? He took the initiative to lead troops to rescue General Xue and asked me to help guard this place.
, now how to say that it was me who requested it? It seems that I am greedy for this little military power. How about this, I command the Turkic cavalry and my own troops to go to Wuhai to help in the battle, and General Guo stays here? Or what about me?
The king will not go to Wuhai. How about we continue to guard this place under the orders of General Xue?"
When Guo Daifeng saw that Li Xian had gone back on his word so quickly, he couldn't help but feel angry and shouted loudly: "It was clearly agreed just now, why did you say it was me who took the initiative?"
Although Guo Daifeng was narrow-minded, he was much worse than Li Xian in terms of face. Little did he know that Li Xian always kept his word to his own people, but he also promised his enemies that he was never afraid of deceit.
What's more, what Li Xian said is not wrong. After all, it was Guo Daifeng who first proposed sending troops. In fact, from Li Xian's point of view, it would be best for Guo Daifeng not to send troops, and they could guard the Dafeichuan camp with one heart and one mind.
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However, Guo Daifeng insisted on going, and there was nothing he could do. If he really killed Guo Daifeng, it would be difficult for him to explain to either Emperor Gaozong or Empress Wu, especially to Empress Wu. Guo Daifeng was her latest confidant.
, the target of key cultivation, if he kills the opponent just like this, Empress Wu will definitely hate him. It is very unwise to offend Empress Wu when he is still young.
But in terms of character, Li Xian has already let others burn the incense without provoking others, but Guo Daifeng actually took the initiative to provoke him. He obviously wanted to grab the credit and put the responsibility on him.
How can you make him endure it? Give Guo Daifeng a little lesson and make him lose face. Even Empress Wu can't say anything.
Although Guo Daifeng was good at both civil and military affairs, he was simply an imbecile when it came to politics. Who knew the reason behind this? Because he didn't know, he was tricked by Li Xian. As a result, he was no longer a human being in front of the generals, and he had no choice but to become angry.
Blame Li Xian.
But how could Li Xian make him complain? Li Xian chuckled and said, "I just said that if General Guo really doesn't want to, he can stay and continue to guard Dafeichuan, or he can send me to Wuhai to help Xue
Since General Guo does not want to do this, it can be explained that General Guo took the initiative to do this. However, General Guo does not need to be angry. In fact, it does not matter who takes the initiative to propose this matter. After all, they are all for the country. The king and the generals are all
I won't mind the general."
"You, hum." Guo Daifeng didn't expect Li Xian to be so cunning, but he had no choice, and he didn't have the time or energy to argue with Li Xian, so he decided not to pay attention to Li Xian, but to send his kiss to Li Xian.
All the soldiers and guards were picked away, and they handed over to Li Xian, and then led the army to leave with Ashina Daozhen.
Not to mention that Li Xian led his army to work overtime to build camps and strengthen protection, but Guo Daifeng led the army to set off. Before they arrived at Wuhai, they were ambushed by the enemy's superior force. After a battle, Guo Daifeng
More than 2,000 of the 7,000 cavalry led by Ashina Daozhen died in the battle. In addition, nearly 3,000 cavalry surrendered to Tubo. The 7,000 army lost 5,000 people, and less than 2,000 people were killed in the two battles.
Under the leadership of a general, they fought desperately to break through the encirclement and finally escaped back.
"Oh, I really didn't expect that we actually encountered the enemy and were defeated so miserably. Fortunately, we didn't bring the food, grass and baggage with us, otherwise this battle would have been irreversible.
After this battle, Ashina Daozhen's Turkic elite cavalry was almost completely lost. You can imagine how depressed he was, so he said this to Guo Daifeng in a dejected tone.
But Guo Daifeng snorted: "If we take away all the soldiers, this battle may not be defeated. It's all the King of Zhou who is obstructing this matter. Otherwise, I will attack with 20,000 people."
Even if the enemy is defeated, there is still no problem in holding on for a few days. I believe that as long as we hold on for a few days, Xue Rengui will be able to rush to the rescue in time. Under the attack of our troops and Rengui's troops, the enemy will definitely be defeated."
Ashina Daozhen listened to Guo Daifeng's words, but he was very dissatisfied in his heart. He couldn't help but shook his head gently and sighed slowly: "Brother Guo, I'm not a little talkative. You don't have to target King Zhou like this. After all, he is
The beloved son of the Holy Emperor and the Queen has a noble status, but he is brave enough to take on responsibilities. If Brother Guo seeks to cooperate with him, he may be able to defend Dafeichuan. If he continues to act willfully, I am afraid that the consequences of this battle will be disastrous."
Ashina Daozhen originally offered good advice, but he didn't expect that Guo Daifeng didn't buy it and said sternly: "Old Ashina, who are you talking to? We are old friends! Hum, I understand, you are
Seeing that Li Xian has a noble status, I want to join him and ask him to help you reduce your guilt. Hehe, in this case, we will part ways from now on. You go to find your new master, and I will go back to the camp to raise troops and fight against Tibet again.
, this time we will definitely capture Wuhai and show Xue Rengui who is the combat genius." (To be continued.) This chapter has been completed!
