The number one spendthrift woman in the capital actually brings glory to her entire family?

However, Qihar sneered dismissively, "Your Highness is cautious and overconfident, and you overestimate this Sikong Jin. If I remember correctly, he should be that good-for-nothing son of Sikong Qi, right? Have you forgotten how Sikong Qi died when my father's spear pierced his chest? Hmph, Sikong Jin, is it? Since you are so audacious and reckless, then this general will let you taste the unforgettable feeling of your father's death!"

"General, have you forgotten? The Emperor is still sending assassins to kill him. His achievements on the northwestern border are remarkable. We should make careful plans. It seems that this time they are definitely after that small group of troops we wiped out before."

"Do you think this general is afraid? Hmph, Lord Hari, just you wait and see!"

Qihar laughed loudly and said disdainfully.

"General, it's best to be cautious about such a good thing. Let's make some strategic plans first."

Ha Ri couldn't help but sigh—

This Qihar has always been ambitious and boastful, overconfident and careless towards his enemies. He's utterly incompetent at leading troops, practically useless, yet he also possesses such an arrogant and domineering temperament! Now, he's refusing to listen to any advice, which puts him in a difficult position. Lord Gore had initially entrusted him with properly managing General Qihar, but now…

"Hmph, they've gathered their generals with drums; this general will personally meet this Sikong Jin!"

With that, he strode out.

And it was at this time, in a dense forest less than twenty miles from Tashe City.

Lord Sikong unfolded the map in his hand and located the city of Tashe.

"My lord, Tashe City only has two city gates, the east gate and the west gate. The heavy troops are stationed at the east gate, while the defense of the west gate is relatively weak. Outside the west gate is a mountain, and less than four hundred miles along the official road is Patan City of the Liao Dynasty."

Mei Ruhua frowned and said, "According to intelligence reports, there are 150,000 elite Liao troops in Tashe City. Most of these troops were previously under the command of Ge Su. The strategist Hari was previously an important advisor to Ge Su. He is proficient in military strategy and is good at scheming. Even General Ji has some praise for him. If we attack rashly like this, I'm afraid it would be inappropriate!"

Upon hearing this, Sikong Jin frowned slightly, a sharp, deep glint flashing in her bright eyes. Her tone, however, remained remarkably calm and composed. "I know you are all quite wary of this Gesu. However, I have heard a little about this Qihar. He is Gesu's eldest son, arrogant and self-willed. Relying on his wealthy family background, he has never taken anyone seriously, and he treats his subordinates as less than human. Yet Gesu dotes on him… entrusting him with the command of 100,000 troops. This man is knowledgeable in military strategy…"

At this point, Sikong Jin let out a cold laugh. "Although we are facing a Liao army that outnumbers us by two, does a fool like Qihar even deserve to be my opponent? As for that strategist Hari you mentioned, humph, don't worry, if he dares to meddle, Qihar will be the first to not tolerate him. It seems that the two of them don't get along very well. Qihar is eager to show off his abilities. What I did was just to satisfy him. He should be happy."

"However, he never expected that you would send troops so quickly, intending to engage in such a fierce and urgent battle! If we can seize this opportunity, it is entirely possible to break through Tashe City. My lord, I am willing to be the vanguard!"

A gleam of excitement flashed in Li Ji's eyes!

Following Lord Sikong is fucking awesome. Every time they go into battle, their blood feels like it's about to boil. They can't control it at all. The surge of hot blood is enough to drive them crazy.

"Our Four Banners Army soldiers are elite, brave, and resourceful; they will surely achieve a great victory, sir!"

Sikong Jin slightly raised his eyelids, calmly glancing at the several deputy generals in front of him, a hint of solemnity and gravity appearing in his eyes. "In truth," he said, "this battle will determine the future of our Great Yong. I have led the troops without authorization. If we fail to capture Tashe City, I estimate I'll be spending time in the judicial gate for investigation. This battle is one we can only win, not lose. If we win, the morale of our border army will be greatly boosted, significantly dampening the enemy's spirit, and I won't have to go to the judicial gate. However, if we fail to capture the city, then Tashe..." The Liao army inside Shecheng will soon pursue their victory, and Malan City will be in danger. Malan City is on the right flank of Hangu Pass. Once it falls to the enemy, as long as the army of Gesu stationed outside Hangu Pass launches an attack on Hangu Pass and coordinates with the army in Malan City, they can break through our defenses in Hangu Wangzhou. The Liao cavalry will then advance eastward, and our Dayong will face a severe crisis and challenge. The Liao will achieve a great victory and dominate the central and western provinces. The people of Dayong will be displaced, and we will die without a burial place, becoming sinners for all time.

She's taking a huge gamble with her life!

But whatever, let's go for it. This kind of high-stakes gamble is what makes life exciting. Anyway, she's done this kind of risky thing countless times, and she's succeeded almost every time. This time will be no different.

"Therefore, this is actually just a rapid and fierce battle. There are no reinforcements, no vanguard. All the soldiers are the vanguard. I only need to give the order to attack the city immediately!"

"Yes, my lord!"

"Let's set up the formation, my lord!"

Sikong Jin nodded, put away the map in his hand, and said calmly, "Deputy General Mei, you will lead 10,000 cavalry to circle around to the enemy's rear and ambush them in the Majia Gorge near the West Gate. Deputy General Wang, you will lead 1,000 elite troops to secretly infiltrate the city through the southern river channel. Set many fires for me in the city, the bigger the better. Also, the Liao army's granary is in the south of the city, so you must not burn it down. I am counting on it to help our Four Banners soldiers get through the winter! Someone will be there to meet you. The rest of you, wait until dark and immediately attack the city with me!"

"Yes, my lord!"

After responding, everyone took their positions. Sikong Jin slightly raised her head and looked at the pale sunset that was slowly sinking in front of her, a hint of anticipation suddenly appearing in her eyes.

"Mount up and keep going!"

……

Night fell quickly. When Lord Sikong led his army to the city, the Liao army on the city tower seemed to be ready for battle as well. Archers filled the entire tower, their sharp arrows pointing directly at Lord Sikong's army below. The torches burning high illuminated the silent sky.

Qihar and his strategist Hari stood on the city wall, looking down at Sikong Jin's army below.