Traveling through Du He, Li Chengqian's rebellion begins

In the dental tent.

The three of them kept their eyes on Yan Lide's figure until he disappeared.

Hou Junji turned around and looked at Du He with a complicated expression. After a moment, he said in a deep voice.

"Nephew Du, you threatened Yan Lide, aren't you afraid that he will complain to His Majesty?"

Yan Lide is not an ordinary official, the power behind him is not weak.

He was the chief officer of the Ministry of Works, a third-rank official, his daughter was the princess consort of the King of Wei, and his younger brother Yan Liben was one of Li Shimin's most popular figures.

It's not easy to offend him.

Li Chengqian also frowned tightly, feeling a little worried.

Du He grinned, then spread his hands and said, "Uncle Hou, when did I threaten Yan Lide?"

"Did anyone see it?"

Uh~

Hearing Du He's shameless words, Hou Junji and Li Chengqian were both stunned.

That makes sense!

The three of them are in the same group and will definitely not testify on behalf of Yan Lide.

There were no other witnesses, and even if Yan Lide went to file a complaint with the emperor after returning to the capital, it would have no effect on Du He.

Hou Junji pointed at Du He and scolded him with a smile: "You are so cunning that you even fooled me."

Li Chengqian also smiled and said, "I was also shocked."

From the tone and expression of Du He's voice, they both felt that he didn't seem to be joking.

If Yan Lide continued to refuse to cooperate, they all thought that Du He might really have someone throw Yan Lide into the Liaoshui River.

...

After being threatened by Du He, Yan Lide did not dare to procrastinate any further, but instead used all his skills to direct the construction of the pontoon bridge.

He was indeed a master craftsman. Under his command, a floating bridge was quickly built.

The time was just before dusk.

Night falls.

The 100-meter-long city wall opposite the Liao River was completely shrouded in darkness, except for the place where the Goguryeo army lit a bonfire, which could be seen clearly.

In the light of the campfire, one could see the densely packed Goguryeo defenders looking over here nervously.

By the Liao River.

Li Chengqian, Du He and Hou Junji stood quietly in front of the floating bridge.

Yan Lide stood aside with a complicated expression.

Behind them were several young military commanders in military uniforms and 20,000 armored soldiers holding spears.

The 20,000 soldiers were like statues, without making the slightest sound.

Hou Junji glanced at Yan Lide and said sarcastically, "Yan Lide, the floating bridge that took two days to build was now built in one afternoon."

"It seems like you were deliberately not working hard before!"

When Yan Lide heard Hou Junji throwing dirty water on him, his face turned a little ugly.

He looked deeply in Du He's direction, then spoke in a low voice through gritted teeth.

"General Manager Hou, I have always been dedicated and dedicated. You cannot slander me without reason!"

Li Chengqian, Du He and Hou Junji ignored what Yan Lide said.

Can't they see whether I have made any effort or not?

Hou Junji clasped his fists towards Li Chengqian and said, "Your Highness, please return to the city and wait. I am going to lead the army to attack the city now!"

The prince has moved to the front line of the battlefield, which is a huge risk. We cannot let him stay in such a dangerous place as the battlefield.

Li Chengqian also knew that if he stayed here, Hou Junji would be restricted, so he spoke softly.

"Duke Chen, please be careful."

After saying this, he turned around and looked at the group of military commanders behind him, and Li Chengqian said in a deep voice.

"My dear generals, I am waiting for your good news in Willow City behind us!"

"I hope to be able to go to Huaiyuan City across the street to have a meal tomorrow morning!"

Su Dingfang, Xi Junmai, Xue Rengui, Cheng Huailiang, Yuchi Huan and others all gripped their weapons tightly.

"Don't worry, Your Highness, we will definitely capture Huaiyuan City tonight!"

"This battle must be won!"

The prince's tent was set up so close to them, which was a sign of his utmost trust and recognition for them.

We must fight this battle well no matter what.

Li Chengqian asked Du He, "Du He, do you want to go back to the city with me?"

Du He shook his head: "Your Highness, I will stay here for a while."

He also wanted to see how people of this era attacked cities.

Hou Junji said in a deep voice: "Prince Consort Du, please go back to the city with His Royal Highness the Crown Prince."

"This is the core of the battlefield. It's very dangerous to be hit by arrows in the dark. I can't let you take risks!"

Although Du He was wearing armor, there were still many parts of his body that were not protected.

In addition, Du He is a weakling who can't even tie a chicken. Once the Goguryeo army rushes over, he will have to distract himself and ask someone to protect Du He.

Li Chengqian also advised: "Du He, you are a military advisor. How can a military advisor go to the battlefield in person?"

Seeing that Hou Junji and Li Chengqian both said this, Du He had no choice but to speak helplessly.

"alright."

"Then we will stay in the city and wait for your good news."

Hou Junji nodded slightly.

Li Chengqian and Du He rode on a sedan chair and quickly headed into the city under the escort of the Black Armor Army.

Yan Lide and others also left with him.

Half an hour later.

Hou Junji, with a solemn expression, drew out the sword in his hand and spoke in a deep voice to Su Dingfang behind him.

"General Su, let's go!"

"We must fight our first battle well!"

Su Dingfang clasped his fists respectfully and said, "Yes!"

Under his leadership, 4000 soldiers under his command, carrying shields and ladders, quickly stepped onto the pontoon bridge in the dark.

Hou Junji gave the order: "Send the catapults and archers to support the battle!"

In an instant, countless huge rocks fell on the opposite city wall.

Teams of archers kept approaching, drawing their bows and shooting arrows as they advanced, so that the defenders of Huaiyuan City on the opposite side dared not show their heads.

In Huaiyuan City.

The sound of drums and trumpets rose rapidly, resounding through the sky.

Led by the defending general, countless Goguryeo soldiers pressed forward.

Many people were knocked down by boulders and hit by arrows as soon as they rushed to the city wall.

"what!"

"Suck~ it hurts so much!"

The Goguryeo soldiers who were hit by arrows rolled on the ground in pain.

The person who was hit by the boulder lost his voice immediately.

Seeing the tragic situation of their colleagues being hit by huge rocks, the surrounding Goguryeo defenders were so frightened that their faces changed drastically and they swarmed back to the city.

At this time, Su Dingfang had already led his soldiers to climb up the city wall using ladders under the cover of catapults and archers.

"Brothers, follow me and defend the city wall!"

"kill!"

The spear in Su Dingfang's hand danced into a series of afterimages, and as the spear moved in and out, the Goguryeo soldiers who rushed up fell down one by one.

Under his brave leadership, more and more Tang soldiers rushed forward.

On the other side of the Liao River, Hou Junji also received the news that Su Dingfang had attacked the city wall, and he shouted loudly.

"Stop the trebuchet attack!"

"Army attack!"

Then he personally led his soldiers and rushed towards the other side of the river.

When the defender of Huaiyuan City saw that the Tang army had already attacked the city wall, he roared with bloodshot eyes.

"The Tang army's catapults have stopped. Everyone, follow me and defeat the Tang army!"

"Don't retreat! If the Tang army takes over the city wall, we will all die!"

After saying this, he held a big knife and went towards the Tang general with his personal guards.

When the retreating soldiers saw their commander being so brave, they turned around and rushed up the city wall.