I Have 100,000 Dead Warriors

The Hexi Corridor is the most critical place connecting the Northwest and the Central Plains, and has been a battleground for military strategists since ancient times.

Chao Gui knew the importance of this place. After occupying it, he naturally made it impregnable and difficult to break through.

Nian Gengyao also knew that it would be difficult to win, so this attack was just a symbolic test of the enemy's strength.

The first round of fighting was just a lot of thunder but little rain, and it soon died down.

Nian Gengyao ordered his troops to withdraw, but he was secretly planning in his mind how to take over the Hexi Corridor at the lowest cost.

Chao Gui had already made preparations. This time, she would make sure that Nian Gengyao would come with a smile and go back with tears.

She called all the generals together and said in a loud voice: "It is said that when shooting a man, shoot the horse first; when capturing a thief, capture the leader first. If we want to end the war quickly, the best way is to capture Nian Gengyao."

All the generals said in unison: "Your Majesty is wise."

Chao Gui said to Qing Guang and Xuan Feng, "You two are the most agile among the seven sword masters. The reason why I kept you here is for today's battle."

Qing Guang was surprised and delighted: "Your Majesty, you mean..."

Chao Gui smiled slyly: "Get him for me, no matter what means you use."

Upon hearing this, Qingguang and Xuanfeng looked at each other and burst into laughter.

Great, it’s finally their turn to take action.

With Chao Gui's elaborate arrangements, Nian Gengyao's nightmare began.

That night, the Qing army set up camp and had a good rest in order to better prepare for the upcoming tough battle.

Just when everything was silent, the sound of gongs and drums suddenly rang out.

"not good!"

"Someone is attacking!"

"Someone come quickly!"

Screams rang out, and Nian Gengyao and his two sons Nian Fu and Nian Xing rushed out of the tent without even having time to put on their clothes.

Nian Gengyao raised his right hand high and commanded his soldiers to gather for defense without any confusion.

However, they didn't know that the Tianmang assassins were actually making a feint to the east and attacking in the west.

At the same time as the soldiers were gathering, a group of men in black rushed out, hacked the soldiers guarding the granary to death like cutting melons and vegetables, and then burned the food and grass.

As the art of war says, food and fodder must be sent ahead before the army moves.

If there is any problem with food, all three armies will go hungry, which will inevitably lead to a breakdown in morale and a sharp drop in combat effectiveness.

Therefore, the soldiers responsible for guarding the granaries have always been the elite among the elite.

The Tianmang soldiers led by Qingguang took action and knocked the man down in no time. Their fighting power was so strong that it was unbelievable.

"Oh no, granary!"

Nian Gengyao screamed in surprise.

After Qingguang and Xuanfeng finished their job, they saw Nian Gengyao react and turned to rush towards the granary. They did not take advantage of the chaos to chase him, but ran away.

The purpose of their trip was to burn food supplies and shake the morale of the army. Now that their goal had been achieved, they naturally had to run away quickly.

Otherwise, once the army gathers and surrounds you, you won’t be able to escape even if you want to.

By the time Nian Gengyao arrived at the granary, more than 80% of the grain had been burned.

Nian Gengyao was so angry and hateful that he kicked over the cart carrying grain and cursed: "Shameless Qin thieves! They are always using such despicable means!"

The next day, Nian Gengyao launched a fierce attack, striving to achieve a quick victory and capture the Hexi Corridor.

People are iron rice and steel, and if they don't eat a meal, they will be very hungry.

Most of the Qing army's food and supplies were destroyed and the morale of the army was crushed. He had to capture this place as soon as possible.

The Hexi Corridor is known as Jiangnan on the Great Wall.

As long as we can take it, the problem of food shortage can be solved immediately.

Chao Gui saw through his intention and ordered his men to stay put during the day.