The falling fire is like a shooting star, and the flaming arrows are like a torrential rain.
The heat wave swept across the mountain col, causing everyone to howl like ghosts and wolves, and the grass branches and leaves were scorched black and scorched.
However, most of the heroes were those who were accustomed to seeing wind and waves, and those who licked blood with their swords. When they saw the flying fire arrows falling from the sky, they made a quick decision, grabbed the people around them, and rushed to jump to Luoshui.
In an instant, turbid waves were everywhere and the sound of the water was loud. The Luoshui River was like a cauldron, and many figures jumped into the water. Some held on to the water plants and never let go, some were not water-resistant and flopped in the river, and some jumped too far.
, was swept away by the rapids...
After a few breaths, the flying fire arrows seemed to have been exhausted, leaving only messy arrows, scattered flames, and charred corpses on the official road. A few of the heroes in the water drowned on the spot, or were missing.
Quite a few.
The heroes poked their heads out of the water one after another, coughed up the river water in their throats, and looked up. There seemed to be some figures in red clothes dangling on the top of the mountain, but they were undoubtedly Zoroastrian ambush soldiers.
The heroes gnashed their teeth: on the one hand, they hated Xuanyu Wei Xiaoyou, who not only suddenly rebelled, but also worked with Canglong Qisu to divert the disaster eastward, successfully angering the Zoroastrian demon on the boat; secondly, they naturally hated the Zoroastrian demon for his ruthless tactics.
, full of tricks, not only left an ambush in Lingshan Col, but also used fire attacks from a high position.
Fortunately, the Zoroastrian demon watched for a while at the top of the mountain. When he saw that the valley was in a mess and there seemed to be not many survivors left, he quickly withdrew. He did not notice the group of warriors poking their heads among the water plants.
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The heroes clambered onto the shore, re-counted the troops, and gathered the wounded. They were all angry, but had no way to vent their anger. The sleepless monk cursed "straight bitch" and "bird man" indiscriminately, and the fierce monk was evil.
After hearing this, the Taoists all echoed the words. The heroes listened in their ears, and although they remained silent, they all felt that these vulgar words were quite relieved.
The sudden ambush inevitably delayed the boat, and the boat was obviously far away. The heroes wanted to catch up and retaliate, but it was already too late.
Fang Qidou searched for it for a while, but fortunately Lao Qi's "Using the Lin Ax" Zhou De was still lying on Feiyuncong, unscathed. Feiyuncong was tied to the reins of the horse carrying the tiger's head.
He was just frightened away by the flying fire arrows, but he didn't suffer any injuries.
Xiao Zhan waited for the commander of the heroes to finish arranging their troops, and then ordered the heroes to line up in a "long snake formation" with a wide distance between people. If there is still an ambush in front, no matter whether it is the leader or the tail of the team who is attacked,
In the team, the other two places can advance and retreat freely. Either outflank and support, or flee in all directions, so that they will not be defeated again.
The heroes set off and continued eastward. The water stains hanging from their robes soon left long wet marks on the official road, like snake tracks.
Not long after, the narrow pass of Lingshan Col was already a hundred steps away. The rock walls on both sides seemed to be cut with knives and axes. Except for sparse vines and a few weeds, they were smooth and smooth, and the apes were eager to climb on them!
Cui Jiu, who had been gloomy all the way, finally changed his expression. He rushed to Xiao Zhan's horse, cupped his fists and said: "Commander Xiao! On the top of the pass ahead, there are Zoroastrian monsters who have prepared huge rocks and rolling logs, just waiting for me to wait in the urn. Even if
If we charge through with a long snake formation, I'm afraid there will be many casualties."
Xiao Zhan reined up his horse and frowned: "If it is as Captain Cui said, how can we crack it?"
Cui Jiu's eyes moved slightly, and then he continued: "Everyone must be broken up and mixed into six groups. Commander Xiao, Li Nuxia, Fang Duizheng, Chen Duizheng, Sleepless Monk and I will each lead one group.
Pass through the pass in batches. This will not only distract the attention of the Zoroastrian demons, but also prevent people from all walks of life from being suspicious of each other."
Cui Jiu's voice was loud, and the heroes listened to every word, but they all remained silent, neither responding nor objecting. They seemed to have some doubts about this method.
Fang Qidou was the first to speak: "Although this method is fair, it is not the best method. Just like the people in my army, the reason why the soldiers can use their lives and advance and retreat with one heart depends on the trust among colleagues.
People and horses are scattered and mixed together. They are not familiar with each other, so they will be wary. Once attacked, they will be scattered and run for their lives. Not only will there be more casualties, but everyone will inevitably have hatred for each other. "
After hearing this, Chen Gu unexpectedly nodded his head: "According to what I said, each group of troops must pass through the pass in batches, but there is no need to break up and mix them up. They should still lead their own brothers. Which group of troops will be lucky?
It’s not good, I was ambushed by a monster, but I can’t blame anyone else.”
The sleepless monk knew that no matter how hard he cursed, the Zoroastrian monster would not lose a piece of meat, so he stopped talking long ago. At this time, the commander of the heroes was discussing how to break the ambush, and he also shouted: "Captain Chen is saying
It makes sense! It’s just that there must be a calculation about who is the vanguard and who is the rear.”
Everyone suddenly fell silent again. Everyone knew that in this situation, whichever group of troops crossed the pass first would be most likely to be ambushed. If the first group of troops crossed the pass safely, as for the second group, the third group...
...The one leading up to the rear of the palace has a 50-50 chance of being ambushed. Everything just depends on the preference of the Zoroastrian monster at the top of the mountain.
When Fang Qidou saw that everyone was silent, he spoke again: "A brother in my archer and horse team is seriously injured. I don't dare to delay any more. I have to go first. I wonder if you have any objections?"
Xiao Zhan glanced at everyone and nodded first, and the others nodded. But Xiao Zhan said again: "It is human nature to seek good fortune and avoid misfortune. The square team is willing to be the 'vanguard', I will wait for you."
You should respect your high righteousness. The order of passing through will be decided by you heroes. Brothers Xiao and Bad Guards, I would like to make the final choice."
After Chen Gu heard this, he immediately said: "I, along with the Mo Dao team, are willing to be the rearguard, lest the Zoroastrian demons come after me."
A fierce monk, who seemed to be the elected leader, also hurriedly said: "I and other people from outside the country don't like to fight with others. I would like to follow the Chen team at the back to save you from worries."
Chen Gu saw that these ferocious monks were so greedy for life and fearful of death that they competed with him for the rear. He just curled his lips but said nothing.
However, the sleepless monk said righteously: "The poor monk feels that the demon is most likely to start from the middle, so as to 'cut two parts with one knife', making both the head and the tail afraid and at a loss. Therefore, I, the monk Zhaojue, wish to be the fourth to set off."
Cui Jiu glanced at the few Shanling Guards left, and then said: "The Shanling Guards are following the Sleepless Zen Master. If they are ambushed, they can still support them."
It was clear who Xiao Jiujiu was in everyone's mind. Li Miaolan did not reveal it, and continued: "I, Mulan Guard, will be the third to leave."
Seeing that none of the heroes were willing to rush forward, Xiao Zhan sighed secretly in his heart and said, "In that case, Mr. Xiao will stop by to 'take care' of Xuanyu Guard's brother and lead Bad Guard to set off second."
Everyone's calculation was settled. Fang Qidou did not hesitate anymore and shouted loudly: "All officers and men listen to the order! The horse team is in the front, the wounded soldiers are in the middle, and the horseless ones are in the back. Rush across the pass without making any mistakes!"
Although the archers and cavalry were also in dire straits, their morale was boosted at this moment, and they all responded: "Here -"
Immediately, Fang Qidou led the archers and horses, and passed through the pass calmly under the watchful eyes of everyone.
Xiao Zhan turned around and took a look at the various groups of people who had been arranged according to the continuous arrangement. He suddenly waved his horsewhip: "Bad Guards, return to the city!"
After the words fell, the bad guard waved his sword and held the Xuanyu guard with his hands tied. He followed Xiao Zhan's horse, followed step by step, and came out of the pass safely.
When the heroes saw it, they all became uncontrollably anxious: Wasn't it said that there was an ambush on the pass? Why didn't you take action? Have they all retreated? Or is Cui Jiu just being alarmist? Regardless of his character, Cui Jiu
Why lie about the enemy's situation and make people panic?
Just when everyone was filled with doubts, Cui Jiu also looked at the two troops going away suspiciously, feeling in a trance.
Above the Lingshan Col, when they withdrew in the morning, there were still ambush troops left there. With such a favorable terrain, he certainly did not believe that the Zoroastrian Church could easily withdraw. However, the two groups of men and horses had already passed through, and the people on the peak did not move at all, but they did not know where they were.
What to calculate.
At this time, the Mulan Guards were also marching in formation with their long poles on their heads, crossing the pass neatly. The process was a bit long, and although every step was frightening, fortunately, except for the peaks in the daytime and the birds and clouds above them, there was nothing unusual.
According to the order, it is the turn of the monk Zhaojue to set off next. The sleepless monk has always been bold and ambitious, but at this moment, he can't help but feel worried.
Fear comes from the unknown, as the saying goes!
So all the Zhaojue monks raised their spears and sticks above their heads, and felt a lot more at ease. Then, they all spread their legs as if running for their lives, kicked up a cloud of dust, and quickly jumped out of the pass.
After a few breaths, a loud laugh sounded outside the mute mouth, as if it was the aftermath of a catastrophe!
As four groups of troops passed through the pass safely, Cui Jiu's speculation in his mind began to waver: Perhaps the Zoroastrian demons were in a hurry to enter the city and had no time to pay attention to them. As for his own reminders and worries, whether they were alarmist or unfounded, they were all unfounded.
It can be considered a mature opinion, which is beneficial and harmless.
So Cui Jiu gave an order, and the Shanling Guards also drew out their double barrier knives and prepared to move.
At this moment, the Mo Dao team behind him and the evil monks and evil monks all came over with their horses and swords in hand.
Cui Jiu was surprised and said: "Chen Duizheng! Dear Taoist priests and Zen masters! What do you mean by this?"
Chen Gu smiled and said: "The brothers in front have already crossed the road for us! It seems that Master Cui is worrying too much! How about we go together?"
Cui Jiuxin knew that when these people saw Zhou You's betrayal, they became wary of him, and said calmly: "You can just do what you want."
After that, he led the remaining Shanling Guards and ran towards the pass with dense steps: eighty steps, seventy steps, sixty steps... twenty steps, ten steps, five steps...
"Boom! Bang! Boom! Boom! Boom!"
Countless boulders and rolling trees fell from the sky, tore off the vines, and then hit the rock wall with a deafening muffled sound!
At the foot of the pass, the small half-mountain guard has jumped out of the pass and continues to run along the official road towards the lower reaches of Luoshui River.
Most of the mountain guards and the Mo Dao team and the evil monks who came after them were still crowded in the pass. They were so frightened by the loud noise that filled the mountain that they even slowed down their steps.
Huge rocks and thick rolling logs, carrying the force of thunder, smashed down on the head and face. Suddenly, screams were heard everywhere, blood foam flew everywhere, and the "click" sound of the head, torso, and limbs being smashed was like beans exploding under the blazing sun.
Everlasting.
"Into the water!"
"Get in the water quickly!"
"Quick!"
In the end, some people who were in danger started to drink violently. Those who had not yet been attacked no longer had any time to think about it, and plunged into the rushing water, disappearing in an instant.
After a few more breaths, the huge rocks and rolling wood on the peak seemed to have been exhausted, and silence finally returned to silence. Even the wailing sounds were like gossamers, barely audible, and soon died out.
A frightened bird flew across the mountain col and let out an unbearable cry.