Three Kingdoms: Domination of the World

Chapter 272: Huang Gai's surrender to Qin and Chu has already cast a shadow of darkness over the decisive battle, and the battlefield of Jingzhou in the Eastern Han Dynasty is also full of twists and turns.

By the banks of the Yu River.

Yan Xiang was like a female warrior goddess, shuttling between the Han army's water forts day and night. She strictly controlled the navy's food, tactics, weapons, battle formations, and water skills.

She stood on the bow of the ship, carefully reviewing the training results of the navy officers and soldiers, her serious face revealing unquestionable majesty.

From time to time, the naval officers shouted out orders, waving their flags vigorously in the air, urging the soldiers to intensify their training and not slack off in the slightest.

"Bows and arrows ready!"

"put!"

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"Artillery ready!"

"put!"

"Lance ready!"

"Prepare for collision!" Large ships equipped with sharp steel spikes sailed out of the water fort and launched an attack on the set simulated warships.

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Yan Xiang was quite satisfied with the results of the navy's training. Most of these newly recruited sailors came from counties surrounded by water, such as Nanyang and Yingchuan, and some were elite soldiers from the north.

Having followed her husband through many worlds, Yan Xiang is well-versed in China's 8000-year history. She doesn't want to repeat the mistakes of the Battle of Red Cliffs.

Yan Xiang's methods are ruthless to those with ulterior motives. A counselor who dared to offer a series of strategies was ruthlessly killed by her.

The defense line along the Yushui River was very long. Yan Xiang was stationed on the southeastern defense line, while Yuwen Tai was responsible for the northeastern defense line.

On the riverbank, Yuwen Tai's expression was grim. He focused on the training of his sailors and closely monitored the movements of Sima Yi's navy, as if he wanted to see through the enemy's waters.

Southwest of Nanyang, Bolushu led his army to the banks of the Mian River. Across the water lay Sun Ce's army, accompanied by generals such as Gan Ning, Lü Meng, and Zhou Tai.

Although Borshu was not good at naval warfare, he had built a well-organized fortification along the river. His armor gleamed coldly in the sunlight, and his soldiers were lined up in neat rows, weapons tightly gripped in their hands, like a forest of steel.

Borshu was fully aware of the heavy responsibility he shouldered. With war imminent, he dared not slack off in the slightest. His solemn expression seemed to be swearing to heaven and earth that he would protect this land.

In the Nanjun Water Fort, the Jiangdong navy was like a giant beast lurking in the dark, faintly emitting a murderous aura.

Jiangdong's star generals shone brightly. Among them were great generals like Sun Wu, Zhou Yu, Sun Ce, and Gan Ning, and among them were counselors like Lu Su and Gu Yong. In this battle, their eyes revealed their determination to win.

"Has Gongfu set off yet?" Sun Ce frowned slightly, turned to look at Zhou Yu, and asked slowly.

"Let's go." Zhou Yu nodded slightly and responded briefly and forcefully.

"Are our sacrifices too great?" Lu Su said with a worried look on his face and a frown on his face.

"If you want to take it, you must give it first!" Sun Wu said solemnly and loudly.

After much deliberation, Jiangdong's battle plan was finalized. They were either discussing strategy in their tents or inspecting the warships' equipment on deck, their every move exuding the composure and competence of veterans.

At this time, Huang Gai sent Kan Ze first to deliver his handwritten letter to Yan Xiang.

Kan Ze set out at night, crossed the river by boat, and headed resolutely to Yanxiang’s military camp.

When Yanxiang learned that her husband's old friend had sent her a letter, she did not neglect it and met Kan Ze in person.

"I'm here to greet the general." Kan Ze bowed and said.

"Oh! I wonder who you are, sir?" Yan Xiang asked when she saw that the visitor was very eloquent.

Seeing Yan Xiang asking questions, Kan Ze first bowed respectfully, then made up a name "Zhang Cheng". When Yan Xiang heard this unfamiliar name, a look of suspicion appeared on her face.

"Zhang Cheng? I wonder where General Huang's letter is?" Yan Xiang asked.

Kan Ze took out the letter and handed it to Yan Xiang respectfully. After Yan Xiang finished reading the letter, he earnestly explained the unfair treatment of General Huang Gai.

"Oh? General Huang is interested in joining our army?" Yan Xiang was familiar with the Battle of Red Cliffs in the original time and space, and she didn't want to take on this hot potato.

Kan Ze saw that things were going smoothly, so he informed Yan Xiang of Huang Gai's intention to surrender.

Although Yan Xiang was unhappy, she did not show it. She agreed to the matter first, and then she consulted the military advisor Xu Shu that night.

"Military Advisor Xu, do you think there is a conspiracy behind Huang Gai's surrender?" Yan Xiang turned to look at Xu Shu beside her, with questioning and uneasiness in her eyes.

Xu Shu narrowed his eyes slightly, stroked his beard, and said after thinking for a moment:

"If we turn our lord's good friend away, it might discourage talented people all over the world; but if we entrust him with an important task, it might not be appropriate. It's really hard to strike the right balance." His expression was solemn, his speech was slow, and every word seemed to be carefully considered.

"I haven't found a suitable candidate for my deputy general yet. I wonder if General Huang Gai can be qualified?" Yan Xiang asked tentatively.

"No. The general's safety is related to the morale of the Nanyang army. It would be better to hand over General Huang Gai's post to General Yue?" Xu Shu hurriedly shook his head, his eyes firm.

Yan Xiang was well aware of Yue Fei's abilities, and her husband, Suo Chao, highly recognized him. His ability to hold his own against the military sage Wu Qi was undoubtedly due to his advanced weaponry, but Yue Fei's own military prowess was also not to be underestimated.

However, General Yue Fei was under great pressure from the war, and she couldn't bear to add to his burden.

Yan Xiang frowned slightly, and after a long moment, she sighed softly and said slowly:

"Forget it, for the sake of my husband, I will agree to Huang Gai's surrender for the time being." After much hesitation, she decided to arrange Huang Gai to train the navy in Nanyang.

While Yan Xiang was busy with the training of the navy, her focused expression seemed as if the whole world was only about the navy; on the other hand, she kept a close eye on the development progress of the Ordnance Department's artillery and frequently went to the Ordnance Department for inspection.

After Huang Gai took office, he worked diligently in training the navy. He personally demonstrated various tactical moves and shouted slogans in a loud voice. His serious attitude gradually convinced the soldiers of his sincerity.

As time went on, the Nanyang navy's training yielded remarkable results, and Huang Gai performed exceptionally well in the drills. Seeing this, Yan Xiang's doubts about Huang Gai gradually dissipated.

At the same time, the Jiangdong Army also obtained Liu Ye's firearm blueprints. After some preparation, Jiangdong's firearms were successfully manufactured.

The equipment of Jiangdong Army and Cao Army was quietly upgraded, like two cheetahs hiding in the dark, preparing to launch a full-scale counterattack against Suo Chao's army.

Suo Chao, who was on the battlefield at the end of the Qin Dynasty, was still unclear about the situation on the battlefield of the Eastern Han Dynasty. He sent his second wife Chen Huan to take in She Jian's family.

After seeing his family, Shejian completely gave up the idea of ​​suicide. Suo Chao appointed Shejian as the commander-in-chief of 10 Qin elite soldiers, and he handed over the new troops in World D to Han Xin.