The Myth of Daqin: The Soul of Yi Xiaochuan

After Meng Tian arranged the battle plan, the various troops began to act in a tense and orderly manner.

Meng Tian personally led a force of 100,000 infantry and cavalry to the designated location at lightning speed. They skillfully built a solid camp. High fences were erected around the camp, and the tents inside were neatly arranged in an orderly manner.

Immediately afterwards, a bright flag with the word "Sima" on it was hung high above the camp, fluttering in the wind. In order to confuse the enemy, Meng Tian also sent people to spread the news that the commander of the army was Sima Yan, and that General Meng Tian himself stayed in the Yunzhong area.

Sima Yan, commanding 50,000 elite cavalry, quietly entered their designated ambush position. Hidden in the shadows, they waited for the enemy to fall into their trap. Meanwhile, Bai Lin's 50,000 infantrymen quietly hid north of the Yin Mountains, like an invisible army.

Time passed minute by minute, and two days went by in a flash.

At this time, the Xiongnu Great Chanyu Touman, leading the Right Wise King, the Left Riju King, and the left and right Grand Commandants, totaling 280,000 infantry and cavalry, approached the northern border of Jiuyuan County in a mighty force. They were so aggressive that they seemed determined to flatten the land.

About fifty miles behind the huge team, there were 250,000 ordinary people and more than 100,000 fat cattle and sheep.

However, Touman didn't know that a thrilling battle was about to begin.

The scout quickly returned and reported to Touman that they had spotted a large army about a hundred miles ahead, but the exact number of troops was unknown. This news made Touman nervous, realizing that he might be facing a powerful opponent. So he ordered the entire army to accelerate and prepare for the upcoming challenge.

After hearing this, the Great Chanyu Touman frowned and thought for a moment before speaking, "Right Wise King, pass on my order to set up camp here." Turning to the Left Grand Commandant, he ordered, "Send out scouts immediately to find out the enemy's exact number, commander, and army movements."

The Hun army moved upon hearing the order, quickly set up camp, and waited quietly for the scouts' report.

That night, inside the main tent of the Xiongnu camp, a Xiongnu scout knelt on one knee and reported to the Great Chanyu: "Great Chanyu, the commander of the opposing army is Sima Yan, while General Meng Tian remains in the Yunzhong area, with approximately 100,000 men. It is said that the fighting is intense around Tuan Yanmen Pass, and the Qin army has stationed there specifically to prevent our army from advancing south."

The Great Chanyu Touman waved his hand, and the scouts left the tent feeling relieved.

Touman looked around with a serious expression and said in a deep voice, "Is the Qin army's move a tactic to confuse the enemy?"

Everyone in the tent was silent. Seeing no one answer, Zhang Ru had no choice but to speak: "Your Majesty, Meng Tian comes from a distinguished family. He has been extremely intelligent since childhood and is well versed in military tactics. He is deeply trusted and respected by the Qin Shi Huang. We must proceed with caution."

Zuo Xian Wang chuckled and said confidently, "Great Chanyu, there are more than a dozen tribes, large and small, north of the Great Wall. This time, with the three tribes of Tuan and the troops of General Zuo, our army has reached 120,000. Even if he is Meng Tian, ​​he will never dare to take it lightly."

Touman pondered for a moment and nodded slightly.

"No matter what, we must not let our guard down. Pass on my orders, increase vigilance, and set out early tomorrow morning. The civilians and slaves must retreat another fifty miles, and the army will march directly to the Qin camp!"

Early the next morning, the sun had just risen, and the golden sunlight sprinkled on the endless grassland, as if covering this vast land with a layer of golden gauze.

From afar, the Hun army looked like a surging black ocean, sweeping towards the Qin army camp like a tide, carrying endless pressure and murderous intent.

The Xiongnu Great Chanyu, Touman, personally led an army of 280,000 infantry and cavalry. These battle-hardened Xiongnu men, riding tall and mighty warhorses and armed with sharp weapons, advanced with unstoppable force all the way to Jiuyuan.

Inside the Qin army camp, General Meng Tian stood quietly on a high ground. He wore heavy armor, his expression resolute, his eyes revealing a calm and resolute spirit. He silently watched the approaching Xiongnu army, his lips curled slightly, as if filled with anticipation for the coming battle.

"It's finally here..." Meng Tian whispered to himself, with a barely perceptible hint of excitement in his voice.

This battle will determine the fate of both countries...

Sima Yan's ambush was hidden in a desolate valley, surrounded by steep mountains and dense forests. The valley was filled with thick fog, which blurred people's vision and increased the concealment of the ambush.

The Qin soldiers lay quietly on both sides of the valley, wearing camouflage similar to the surrounding environment, as if blending in with nature. They held sharp weapons in their hands, their eyes revealing determination and vigilance.

At the entrance to the valley, the Qin army laid a large number of traps and obstacles, such as trenches covered with spikes and hidden ropes, which would cause great trouble to the unsuspecting Xiongnu.

The valley was completely silent, with only the rustling of leaves in the breeze and the occasional chirping of birds. The Qin army held their breath, waiting without making a sound, fearing the Xiongnu would notice them.

When the Xiongnu vanguard entered the valley, they were unaware of the Qin army's presence. They rode their horses with pride and confidence, thinking that this was a safe passage.

However, as the Xiongnu advanced deeper into the valley, Sima Yan gave the order, and the ambushers leaped out like tigers emerging from the mountains. Shouts and the sound of war drums instantly shattered the silence of the valley, and the Xiongnu were stunned by the sudden attack and were at a loss as to what to do.

The Qin army attacked the Xiongnu from all directions, their weapons flashing coldly, and they started a life-and-death struggle with the Xiongnu. The Xiongnu tried to organize a resistance in the chaos, but the Qin army's ambush tactics put them in a passive position.

Under the fierce attack of the Qin army, the Xiongnu began to collapse. They were blocked by the Qin army's traps and obstacles and could not escape. They could only struggle in the valley.

The valley was filled with the smell of blood, and the intensity of the battle was suffocating. The Qin soldiers hunted down the Xiongnu without mercy, not giving them any chance to breathe.

Touman hurriedly organized a counterattack. However, Meng Tian personally led a hundred thousand infantry and cavalry that rushed towards the Xiongnu army like a torrent of steel, and a fierce battle broke out between the two sides.

At this time, Bai Lin's 50,000 infantrymen began to fire at the Xiongnu with powerful crossbows. The arrows rained down, causing heavy casualties to the Xiongnu army. Seeing the situation was not good, the Xiongnu army tried to flee north, but was blocked by Bai Lin's troops who had been waiting for a long time.

Li You led 50,000 soldiers to keep their positions, closely watching the situation on the battlefield. When he found that the Xiongnu army was beginning to collapse, he immediately led 30,000 cavalry to bypass the Yinshan Mountains and directly attack the Xiongnu army from behind, forming a pincer attack.

In the end, the Huns were defeated, and the Great Khan Touman fled north like a stray dog ​​under the protection of the crowd, with only 80,000 remaining soldiers left around him.

At this moment, the valley was filled with the deafening cheers of the Qin army. The victory of this ambush, like a shining pearl, would bring more glory and territory to the Qin army.

Meng Tian acted decisively and made arrangements quickly: Li You dispatched 20,000 cavalry to support Meng Yuan's troops, Bai Lin led 80,000 infantry and cavalry to rush towards the location of more than 200,000 Xiongnu civilians like a tiger descending from the mountain, and Sima Yan was responsible for cleaning the battlefield and counting the personnel.

Under Meng Tian's masterful deployment, the Qin army achieved an unprecedented and resounding victory. This battle not only routed the Xiongnu army but also successfully incorporated the Houhetao Plain into Qin's territory. After the battle, Meng Tian ordered the cultivation of newly conquered lands and the construction of cities, strengthening Qin's northern border like an iron wall.