I have already established my power and prestige, so how did Li Shimin come back to life?

There is a solemn and murderous atmosphere under the city of Pyongyang.

The Tang army covered the mountains and plains, displaying its mighty military might. Every soldier stood tall and resolute on this land of Goguryeo.

Even when Yeon Gaesomun stood on the towering city wall of Pyongyang and looked into the distance, he could see the dense and numerous troops of the Tang army, which stretched as far as the eye could see.

Tents were built one after another, stretching into the distance, like a huge temporary town.

A full 400,000-strong Tang army gathered here, their flags fluttering in the wind, proclaiming the majesty of the Tang Dynasty to Goguryeo.

In addition to these combat soldiers, there are also a large number of fat and strong horses, snorting from time to time, mountains of baggage filled with all kinds of military supplies, and civilians responsible for logistics supplies. They shuttle between the tents and silently contribute to the operation of the army.

The total number of people exceeded one million. It was such a huge formation that it was no exaggeration to say that it covered the sky and the sun, shrouding the entire city of Pyongyang in a shadow.

Yeon Gaesomun stood alone on the top of the city wall, with overwhelming hatred in his eyes.

Recalling the Tang army's unstoppable advance, they slaughtered 23 cities of Goguryeo wherever they went. In every city, there was devastating devastation, not a single person was left alive.

The tragic scene was like a nightmare, haunting him every night, and this hatred was irreconcilable.

At this time, the Tang army's Qianwu cannons were already busily deployed in front of the battle line. Under the skilled and orderly operation of the soldiers, the shiny black cannons were gradually adjusted to their positions and angles.

The black muzzle of the gun exuded a terrifying aura.

It is because of the existence of this thing that in previous battles, no matter how strong and thick the city walls were built, and how tightly the bricks and stones were connected, they could not withstand the impact of two rounds of bombardment from the Qianwu cannon and would be blown to pieces in an instant.

Yeon Gaesomun was well aware of the desperate situation. He slowly withdrew his gaze from the frightening Tang army cannons and scanned the entire Pyongyang city wall for the last time. On the empty city wall, there was not even a single defender except his lonely figure.

The scenes of soldiers patrolling and standing guard in the past are long gone, and now only this dead silence and sadness remain.

A bitter smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, which was full of grief, indignation and unwillingness. Then he walked down from the top of the city slowly with steps as heavy as if they were filled with lead.

Liu Shangzai, wearing a light battle armor, stood at the foot of the city, quietly waiting for Yeon Gaesomun.

His eyes revealed a complex emotion.

On the streets of Pyongyang, the last cavalry of Goguryeo gathered. Their horses seemed to feel the oppressive atmosphere, paddling their hooves restlessly and breathing heavily through their nostrils.

The soldiers on horseback were wearing armor that was a bit worn but still neat. They held sharp spears in their hands, with long swords shining with cold light hanging from their waists, and looked forward with firm eyes.

Not only these soldiers, but also ordinary people of Goguryeo were holding various simple weapons, including hoes, sticks, iron forks, etc.

With fearlessness on their faces and a burning desire to protect their homeland in their eyes, they followed closely behind the army.

In order to be able to fight without any worries, some strong men tied their young children tightly to their bodies with cloth strips, held sharp iron forks in their hands, and their eyes revealed a fearless look. They were ready to charge out with the army at any time and defend the last dignity of Goguryeo with their flesh and blood.

All the remaining cavalry of Goguryeo gathered here. The last 20,000 elite soldiers were the last light of hope for Goguryeo.