Chapter 136: Suǒlóng Guān

that diviners are pioneers and should certainly not be sacrificed. Of course, some people are willing to be sacrificed, and they should be sacrificed. But a person, once he has the thought of sacrific...The night in Yongguo was different from the night in Zhuangguo, for human life is filled with both joys and sorrows.

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After the fall of Lingbei Prefecture, Yiyang Prefecture became the most important line of defense in the southern region of Yong Nation.

The Luolong Pass within Yiyang Prefecture was once the first and foremost pass of Yong Nation. Since the Yong Nation's territory extended across the Qichang Mountain Range and into Zhuangdi, this imposing pass lost its strategic significance.

Zhuang Chengqian established his country by splitting the land of Zhuang. Though Luolong Pass regained some value, it wasn't heavily prioritized. Most of Yong Nation's defensive efforts were still focused on the fortifications built along the Qichang Mountains.

Unfortunately, on the 29th day of the twelfth lunar month, they were ambushed and defeated by General Huangfu Duoming of the Zhuang Kingdom. The Yong Nation had spent immense manpower and resources on its southern border defenses, but they failed to function effectively and quickly crumbled.

Fortunately, Luolong Pass still had its history, with walls and formations intact. It withstood the second wave of Zhuang Guo's army and waited for Han Yin to arrive.

At this point in time, the strategic intentions of the State of Zhuang have become very clear.

Zhuang Gao was determined to personally lead the expedition, throwing all his resources into a decisive battle against Yong Guo. He did not intend to engage in a protracted war but aimed for a swift victory. His strategy involved circumventing Yong Guo's main military force by rapidly crossing the Qi Chang mountain range and directly attacking the capital, Tian Ming Fu.

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The Jiāngxiān Xuanjiā and Báiyǔ Armies, the two most elite armies, were placed at the vanguard, charging forward like arrows. Ordinary troops formed the rear lines, stabilizing the formation and securing victory.

At the beginning, indeed quite brilliant results were achieved. The southern border defenses of Yong Kingdom were directly pierced in one battle, and Lingbei Prefecture was also breached within a day.

Such a result made the states of Lu and Jing decide to send troops to attack, directly pushing the state of Yong to the brink.

If Zhuang Guo could complete its strategic objective and directly penetrate Yong Guo, advancing all the way to Tianming Mansion, they might not even need to capture it. The surrounding restless forces would swarm in and devour this old beast piece by piece.

The Yong Kingdom had realized this very point. The retired emperor Han Yin, who had stayed out of politics for many years, broke through the blockade and rushed to Suolong Pass alone, stopping the Zhuang Kingdom's army first.

Then, troops from all over the land were mobilized and gathered at Suolong Pass for a decisive battle against Zhuang Gaoxian.

In today's world, the strategic importance of Luolong Pass is paramount. Not only because after this pass there are no obstacles to speak of, it's a flat plain, once breached, the entire fertile and vulnerable hinterland of Yong Nation would be exposed to the enemy.

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> It's because Han Yin is here.

Facing the sudden attack from Zhuang Guo, Han Yin came alone to Suolong Guan, demonstrating his sharp insight into the situation and extraordinary courage. He indeed temporarily stopped the advance of Zhuang Guo's troops, proving that he was still the ruler of Yong Guo who could turn the tide.

But also put himself in danger.

Zhuang Gao'en was also a true expert of the time, and at this moment, he had 300,000 troops stationed in front of Luolong Pass. If he broke through the pass, there would be a high chance of killing Han Yin.

Conversely, Han Yin also used his strategic importance to keep the Zhuang army firmly pinned down at Suolong Pass. Once reinforcements from various regions arrived and gathered at the pass, they might be able to drive the Zhuang army back to the southern slopes of Qichang Mountain Range, or even launch a counter-offensive against Xinan City.

Though nightfall had long since descended, the battlefield was illuminated by countless flaming torches, casting a light as bright as day.

The fighting beneath Luolong Pass never ceased. Massive armies repeatedly surged against the pass, causing its defenses to tremble. Brilliant flashes of light and shadow from dazzling spells intertwined with splattering blood. Swords clashed against bones in a brutal dance, and with every passing moment, countless soldiers fell.

On a hastily erected temporary platform, Zhuang Gaojian, clad in fine robes, looked down at the battlefield. The Grand Master Du Ruhui, General Huanghufu Duoming, Jiujiang Xuanjia commander Duan Li, and Baiyu Army Commander Heba Dao all stood behind him.

“What about the person surnamed Yao Has there been any movement” Zhuang Gaoxian asked casually.

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Du Ruhui shook his head: "After Han Yin left the pass, he cut off contact with us. He probably won't rebel again."

Zhuang Gao xen no sadness no joy: "It is also something that can be thought of, the old undead accumulated power for too long, they these so-called princes and marquis, more obedient than dogs."

"Indeed," said Du Ruhui, "Han Yin hasn't shed any blood, so no one dares to touch him."

"We need to make him bleed." Zhuang Gaoxian murmured.

The current situation on the battlefield is favorable to the Zhuang army, but those high-ranking officials present on stage now understand that the tide is beginning to turn. While the Zhuang nation's surprise attack this time was carefully planned and unexpected, it did not achieve its complete strategic objectives.

Han Yin was too decisive. Coming to Yuyang Prefecture alone and integrating troops to defend Luolong Pass was something they hadn't expected.

And if they couldn't defeat Luolong Pass soon, they would be trapped in a battle of attrition with Yong Nation, slowly marching towards their doom.

Du Ruhui took a step back and instantly vanished from the high platform.

Everyone on the platform remained indifferent, accustomed to this scene.

After a while, Du Ruhui stepped out of the air and returned to the high platform. His body was already stained with bloodstains, but his expression remained calm: "Of the eight marquesses of Yongguo, two have now entered the Lock Dragon Pass, and at least three are on their way."

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Yong Guo had eight marquesses, all powerful figures blessed by the gods. Marquis Huai Xiang, Yao Qi, was one of them. He was also the only marquis who had aroused Du Ruhui's admiration beforehand, with an ambiguous attitude.

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But Han Yin suddenly left the customs and personally stood at the Lock Dragon Pass to block the army of Zhuang State, showing his decisiveness and bravery.

Yao Qiye immediately became resolute.

The Zhuang kingdom only had two divine experts, Du Ruhui and Huangfu Duanming. At the moment, relying on the advantage of a large army pressing down, they could still hold onto Luolong Pass, but once the armies from all over Yong Kingdom converged, the situation would become very unfavorable.

Zhuang Gaoxian showed no sign of worry, but instead gently clapped his hands and praised: "Han Yin broke through the siege and held the city alone, prompting the whole world to come to his aid. Truly a heroic and imposing figure."

Huangfu Duoming stood beside with his saber in hand, like a mountain standing tall and silent. Although he was the highest military commander of Zhuang State, he rarely expressed his opinion before Du Ruhui and Zhuang Gaoxian except for matters of war itself.

Unlike the discord between generals portrayed in previous works, Huangfu Zhuoming held great respect for Du Ruhui.

“Who is that” Zhuang Gaoxian suddenly asked.

Following his gaze, they saw that on the left side of Suolong Pass's city wall stood a general with a thick, bushy beard and an unusually valiant demeanor.

They charged at the city walls several times, only to be beaten back, but they would quickly rally and charge again, showing utter fearlessness. Their blood surged with righteous fury, rising like smoke. Despite their cultivation being only at the Tenglong Realm level, they exuded the aura of an inner sect master.

Even amidst a myriad of soldiers, he stood out.

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The formation at Luolong Pass is facing off against the Zhanguo army. Faced with these scattered charging soldiers, they can only choose to let them go.

Huangfu Duanming glanced at him, raised an eyebrow and said, "You're wearing the uniform of the Jiujing Xuanjia Army."

"Your Majesty, General, this man is Du Yehu, a deputy general under Jiujiang Xuanjia!"

"Not bad."

Zhuang Gaoxian nodded slightly and did not say anything more.

But everyone knows that this man named Du Yecho, has already caught the eye of the national ruler. If he survives this battle, his future in Zhuang State will surely be limitless.

Read with an open heart and a lofty spirit.

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