In order to save himself, the prince summoned 100,000 dragon riders at the start.

at this time.

Lu Yuan's army has already left Yumen Pass and is heading south.

Furthermore, they have already penetrated deep into Liangzhou territory!

During the march, any small cities encountered were easily destroyed with a wave of the hand!

Apart from ordinary civilians, all the city's garrison troops were eliminated and converted into luck points!

Once on someone else's turf, he had no interest in dealing with the prisoners anymore.

It would be easier to just kill them all!

As a result, Lu Yuan's luck value also increased rapidly.

Another Saint-level lottery will be available soon.

"My lord! Three hundred li ahead lies Beiyang City, the capital of Liangzhou."

"Should we bypass it directly, or take this city first?"

Soon, scouts came to report.

Yuan Zuozong also told Lu Yuan this news.

"Beiyang City? Let me think about it..."

Upon hearing Yuan Zuozong's question, Lu Yuan hesitated for a moment.

Siege?

Or should we just take a detour...?

After much deliberation, Lu Yuan decided not to take the detour.

Choose to attack the city directly!

There are two reasons for this.

first.

After arriving in the Central Plains, cities of the Great Zhou Dynasty were everywhere.

To reach Chang'an from Yumen Pass.

It requires passing through several prefectures and counties, including Liangzhou, Jinzhou, and Bingzhou.

The journey is thousands of miles long!

Along the way, it could be said that enemies were everywhere!

If we rush forward rashly, our army will be isolated and vulnerable to being surrounded!

Secondly.

I possess a system!

I am not afraid of war.

On the contrary, they will become stronger with each battle!

War is an opportunity for you to grow stronger!

Pushing forward relentlessly, it's like a snowball rolling downhill!

"Take Beiyang City directly!"

"Order the entire army to advance towards Beiyang City!"

"promise!"

Upon hearing that war was about to break out, Lu Yuan's generals became excited.

The marching speed instantly increased several notches!

......

Beiyang City, City Lord's Mansion.

Zhao Kuanying was originally discussing the war with Lord Jiang.

At this time.

Suddenly, military intelligence arrived:

Lu Yuan's army has arrived 30 miles outside Beiyang City!

Hear the words.

A cold smile appeared on Zhao Kuanying's face:

"Hehe, Lu Yuan has finally arrived!"

"After eliminating a rebel of princely rank, I believe my title should be promoted as well!"

Zhao Kuanying showed no fear whatsoever.

They actually used Lu Yuan as a stepping stone to advance their careers!

however.

Lord Jiang, standing to the side, looked on with worry:

"General Zhao, I think we should be more cautious."

"That Lu Yuan cannot be reasoned with!"

"The Battle of Yumen Pass, and the annihilation of Li Weiming's 100,000 Imperial Guards, are all shrouded in mystery..."

Now.

Although the Great Zhou side knew that Lu Yuan's army was strong.

But just how strong is it?

But we have no way of knowing!

Jiang Shicheng was also worried.

Once the city of Beiyang, which he controls, falls.

By then.

It's also a stain on his career!

suddenly.

Jiang Shicheng remembered the relationship between the two families, and his eyes suddenly flickered strangely.

"Hmm... this could be a breakthrough!"

If he could persuade Lu Yuan to surrender and quell the rebellion, he would succeed.

It might even be a great achievement!

Jiang Shicheng narrowed his eyes slightly.

He, too, longed to use Lu Yuan as a stepping stone to advance his career...

aside.

Zhao Kuanying outwardly agreed, but his tone was extremely impatient:

"Alright, alright, I understand, Lord Jiang."

"Don't worry, I'll handle it carefully!"

Looking at the cautious Lord Jiang, Zhao Kuanying felt nothing but disdain:

"Hmph! You're just spouting nonsense! I think you're a coward!"

"What is there to fear from a mere good-for-nothing prince!"

"Those two guys surnamed Li, Li Weiming and Li Shun, were actually defeated by a piece of trash!"

"They're really regressing with age! A disgrace to the Great Zhou!"

Zhao Kuanying thought to himself with disdain.

As one of the few semi-saint generals in the Great Zhou Dynasty, and also one of the most promising to become a saint.

Zhao Kuanying has the ability to be proud of himself!

At that moment, a messenger rushed in to report.

"General Zhao! Lu Yuan's army has arrived and has set up camp outside the city!"

"It seems like we won't be attacking the city for the time being!"

"So fast?"

Zhao Kuanying was slightly taken aback.

However, upon hearing the news that Lu Yuan's army was stationed in place, he immediately burst into laughter:

"Station? Haha, Lu Yuan is scared!"

"But Lu Yuan isn't stupid. He knows I'm not someone to mess with, so he simply doesn't attack!"

"The fact that they've actually set up camp here is a pleasant surprise!"

"I was afraid he'd run away and wouldn't give me this chance to claim credit!"

Zhao Kuanying smiled coldly, his eyes flashing with a chilling light:

"Tonight, I will personally lead the troops out of the city and seize this credit completely!"

"Don't try to stop me! Anyone who tries to stop me from taking credit is my enemy!"

"Humph!"

In closing, Zhao Kuanying glanced at City Lord Jiang, seemingly casually, before striding out.

He no longer wanted to listen to Lord Jiang's nagging.

Really annoying!

"Ugh!"

Seeing Zhao Kuanying's retreating figure, City Lord Jiang sighed.

Then he gave a dismissive laugh.

"I hope this General Zhao can be more composed."

"otherwise...."

Although Lord Jiang did not have a very good impression of Zhao Kuanying.

But he was, after all, a general appointed by the imperial court.

If they lose, it will be a major blow to the prestige of the Great Zhou!

"And that child Lu Yuan, let's see if we can persuade him to turn back from his wrong path."

"Otherwise... I'll have no choice but to take action myself!"

Jiang Shicheng chuckled.

After all, the two families had a past relationship, and he didn't want to make things too ugly!

......

Beneath the walls of Beiyang City.

The reason Lu Yuan did not attack the city but chose to station his troops outside the city was because...

the reason is simple.

Because he had just learned that Zhao Kuanying's 200,000-strong army had just entered the city!

I didn't know that before.

Now that we know, we certainly can't act rashly!

after all.

He only had a few hundred thousand men under his command.

"Yingmo, Yuxiang, you two sneak into the city first and gather some information."

"Let's check the city's defenses and find out where those 200,000 troops came from!"

To be on the safe side.

Lu Yuan immediately dispatched men to gather intelligence!

After all, knowing yourself and your enemy will ensure victory in every battle!

"Yes!"

"Yes!"

Yingmo and Yuxiang nodded in agreement and then stealthily headed towards Beiyang City.

......

at this time.

The entire city of Beiyang was filled with unease and fear!

Zhao Kuanying's 200,000-strong army entered the city, along with Lu Yuan's 100,000-strong army at the city gates.

The entire city of Beiyang was placed under martial law!

but.

Even with this level of martial law, it was no obstacle for Yingmo and his men to infiltrate!

Soon.

On a dark alley in Beiyang City, several dark figures flashed by.

It was Yingmo and Yuxiang, among others.

In a short time, they had already thoroughly understood the situation in Beiyang City.

"I have thoroughly investigated the deployment of all troops within Beiyang City!"

"Zhao Kuanying is incredibly audacious, actually planning to lead his troops out of the city for a surprise attack in the dead of night!"

Yu Xiang found it somewhat amusing.

They were still struggling with how to attack the city.

Unexpectedly, Zhao Kuanying went out to deliver the vegetables himself!

In siege warfare, it is highly advantageous to the defending side.

However, at this moment, the other party wanted to give up this natural advantage.

How could anyone not laugh their heads off!

......