Yanshi ancient sword

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In June of the third year of Qianhui, Tuhu gathered the power of the whole country to invade the western border of the Tang Dynasty.

King Tuhu, Qi Lianongzan, called himself "King Muribo, the god of heaven", and learned that Shuai Fu captured 30 states in western Xinjiang, including Baizhou and Tingzhou. Tang gave up the four towns of Anxi.In the following year, Tuhu took Gedanmao as the prime minister, and garrisoned Tuyuhun to control the source of the river, and waited for an opportunity to advance eastward.In the fourth year of Qianhui, Gedanmao led an army of [-] soldiers and marched eastward, occupying Qiuci and several towns west of Yanqi.

In the sixth month of Renyinshuo, the Tang Emperor appointed Xue Yun, the general of Youweiwei, the governor of the state, to be the general in charge of the Luosuo Road marching, the right guard, the general of Wai Dao, Shizhen, and the left guard, Bai Zhao, were appointed as deputy, leading more than [-] troops. Hit spit Hu.In autumn and July, Wuzi, the two armies fought at Mount Jishi.In August Jiashen, the Tang army was defeated, Tuyuhun was wiped out, the general Xue Yun and the left guard general Bai Zhao were killed in battle, the right guard and the general Avandao Shizhen led the remnants to retreat to Dafouchuan, afraid to fight.

When the battle report spread to Chang'an, the ruling and opposition parties were in an uproar.

Regardless of the objections of his courtiers, Emperor Li Yan of the Tang Dynasty decided to conquest in person.In September, Yimao led the Gyeonggi Shenwu Army, Longwei Army, and Shence Army to Dabuchuan in a hurry, staying day and night, and doing both ways.On the way, the army came across Tuhu "External Devil Yan". The sage held the first sword of the Five Emperors in person, and wiped out the evil spirits of the heavens with brilliant divine power.

Renyin, the three armies of Gyeonggi, Jiedu of Longyou, Shuofang, Hexi, and Anxi, and the remnants of Avan Daoshi, joined forces in Dafou, 14 miles east of Sichuan, with more than [-] horsemen at a time.

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When Kunpeng landed, Le Wuyi let go of Xia Yize's hand and shook his head.

Xia Yi took a deep look at him, returned to his cool and indifferent appearance, put his sword back into its sheath, and jumped off the Kunpeng.

"Long live my emperor, long live, long live."

Tens of thousands of riders rolled over and got off their horses at the same time, put their left hand on their chest, landed on one knee, and bowed deeply.The bright armor like the sea is shining brightly in the snowy night, the feathers are sweeping, and the flags are flying, the momentum is very majestic and grand.

His eyes swept across the three armies, Xia Yi waved his hands, and said proudly: "The Great Tang Shenwei, expel the captives!"

"Datang Shenwei, expel the captives! Long live! Long live!"

Xia Yi, surrounded by the generals who came to greet him, marched mightily towards his own banner.On the way, a servant put a silver sable cloak over his shoulders.

Wrapped in a cloak, he drifted away, separated by flying banners, thousands of troops, swords, spears, swords and halberds, but he could still clearly "see" the bright and warm eyes behind him.

His footsteps slipped suddenly, and Xia Yi staggered.Of course, he will not fall, and there will always be someone to hold him steadily at any time.The moment he was supported, he heard the sound of footsteps running behind him with satisfaction.The man rushed over, pulled away the guards who were supporting him, and put his arms around his shoulders in full view of the surrounding generals.

"Yi Ze, are you alright? Are you injured internally? Is it serious?"

Xia Yi turned his face sideways and didn't look at him, his eyes seemed to be smiling but not smiling.

The generals looked at each other with complicated expressions.

With his nostrils upturned, Le Wuyi pretended not to see anything, but the arm holding someone's shoulder slid down and held the left hand of Emperor Tang instead.

"His Majesty……"

Finally someone couldn't help but speak out. This is a young general with slender eyes and fair skin.He wears a silver flying dragon helmet with a long tassel on top, and his arms are in the shape of a dragon's head, showing his noble status.Although it is in the style of Tang Jun's Mingguang armor, the belt and pattern are much more delicate. Two large knee skirts hang down from the animal head belt, which is decorated with beautiful falcon tails.

Xia Yi, on the other hand, recognized Wu Zhuoyi, the new head of Dangmi Daoying Camp and Longyou Jiedu envoy, and said with a smile: "General Wu, I am concerned about the battle of Longyou Dabuchuan, and the reason for leading the army here is to reward the three armies." .Today, there is a violent crime against the barbarians, which violates our borders, and poisons the people. I will not hinder the military. I hope that all the generals will work together to drive out the barbarians and make a triumphant return! To protect the country and the people, the righteous law of the world will be punished by heaven!"

Hearing this, Wu Zhuoyi led the crowd to kneel down on one knee again, cupped their fists and said in unison: "I swear to fight bloody blood with the thieves, and I will live up to your majesty's grace!"

Xia Yi helped Wu Zhuoyi up, and was about to continue to say some words of encouragement.There was a sudden sound of horseshoes in the distance, and a scout galloped over.The visitor got off his horse, went straight to Xia Yize and the generals, and reported loudly: "Your Majesty and all the generals, the main force of Tuhu with more than 10 people has crossed the Dafou River, and the vanguard has contacted our army."

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This place is still far from the frontline position, but the howling night wind still faintly sends the sound of shouting and killing from a distance.

All the generals looked solemn, and they asked Xia Yi to resign separately, and rode their horses to the front line.

Xia Yi was depressed, but he didn't go over immediately.He knew that he was not good at military affairs, and he didn't want to interfere with the judgment of the generals because of his existence.

Le Wuyi, who has always been by his side and pretended to be a transparent person, is also depressed at the moment.Kunpeng turned into a yellow chicken and squatted on his shoulders. He had exhausted himself just now, and now he has no energy.

Le Wuyi held Xia Yize's left hand tightly, and clearly felt the master's fear and anxiety from that trembling hand.

Both of them knew that the Tang army was defeated one after another. Apart from the fact that the soldiers on the plains were not adapted to the plateau climate, how could human flesh and blood fight against those huge numbers of beasts?

"Thu can no longer create new war Yanjia. This Yanshi will definitely come up with a good way to wipe out all the Yanjia beasts they are building now."

"Well, there is always a way." Xia Yi nodded.

After a moment of silence, Le Wuyi finally couldn't help asking: "Your internal injury..." He couldn't help but look at Xia Yize.

"It's okay."

Xia Yi also looked at Le Wuyi, with a proud smile on his lips, his pace was not fast, and now he was moving more slowly.His left hand was held by Le Wuyi, walking side by side with him, it was more like being led by him at this moment.

After a while, he withdrew his hand.

Someone else came.

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The guard held up the torch and led the two horses.

Xia Yi got on the horse, and Le Wuyi also jumped on the horse, and continued to walk next to him, bridle with him.

The night wind is like waves, the sound of horseshoes, the flames are scorching, the shadows of flags, cars, horses, people and knives are reflected on the rough road.

Xia Yi suddenly said: "Brother Le."

Le Wuyi looked at him.

Xia Yi said: "In August of the second year of Qianhui, Wang Fei, a scholar, and Ye Lingzhen, a member of the Fa Cao army, jointly wrote a letter, arguing that the old laws of the Tang Dynasty followed the laws of the previous dynasty, which was too strict, and refuted the inconvenient use of the current laws and regulations. More than sixty incidents. I deeply believed it, and ordered the prime minister, academicians and judges of the Imperial Academy to revise the old law of sentencing. Before my own conquest, the new law "Qianhui Law" has been made known to the world, abolishing 150 types of torture, reducing There are 93 and two articles of major crimes, [-] of which have been reduced in exile, and countless others have been abolished and lightened."

Le Wuyi held the rein tightly.

"I may have acted too hastily, but you only have one life, and you have to cherish it. I originally planned to reduce or exempt taxes, but now that the barbarians have violated the border, the military is preparing for war, and last year's catastrophe in Hedong Road and Henan Road, the grain has dropped sharply; Chang'an Doumi The price has now risen to 120 shi, quadrupling than in the first year of Ganhui. There are only 150 million shi of rice left in Taicang, and the military hastened to transfer 80 shi of rice to support the Longyou Campaign, which can only support the army for four months. need."

In Le Wuyi's bright eyes, a hidden look flashed across his eyes, and he said softly: "In sum, I have not been by your side for two years and three months."

Xia Yi smiled: "Yeah, so long has passed before I know it. I always feel that there are too many things to do, but I always walk on thin ice. Sometimes I am really afraid that if I make a wrong step, I will never be able to wait for you again." .Fortunately, you're back."

"Haha." Le Wuyi laughed dryly, scratched his head, and said, "Of course I want to come back! Even if you don't wait for me, I will go find you."

Xia Yi smiled and said nothing.

"I'll go find you when Tui Tuhu's attack is defeated."

Xia Yi is a little cramped.

"Meow meow, no, I can't wait that long, I'll find you in a while... Anyway, you don't go to command and fight."

On Xia Yi's face, two scorching red clouds gradually flew up, and he lowered his eyes, trying to hide his uncontrollable embarrassment.

"Meow meow, I'm so anxious, I'm going now."

Xia Yi suddenly clamped his horse's belly and rushed forward.

"Hahahaha!" Le Wuyi laughed triumphantly, and rode his horse after him. "Yi Ze Yi Ze, when I come back this time, I have a gift for you. It is made of Binghuang wood and Baishuixin. It is very rare. Hehe, you must like it."

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Traditionally, in the eyes of the Han people, Tuhu people braided their hair and felt fur, and raised livestock for their livelihood.Its founding is only a hundred years old. Although its territory is vast, its population is sparsely populated. The level of science, technology, culture and military is far inferior to that of the neighboring Datang Empire.

This time Tuhu Daxiang Ge Danmao led an army of 30, but the actual number of young and strong soldiers was no more than 15. Among them, there were a large number of women, children, and elderly people, as well as many unarmed combatants and low-level slaves.However, Datang far surpassed Tuhu in terms of regular military power. Now the Tang army gathered in the eastern part of Dabochuan exceeds 14. In addition to various types of arms, such as army troops, cavalry troops, jumping soldiers, and strange soldiers, there are also heavy armored infantry troops equipped with mo knives that crush everything, and [-] well-equipped light cavalry led by Emperor Tang himself.This kind of combat power, in the past, even if the number of people spouting Hu was twice as large, it would not be in the eyes of those arrogant soldiers of Datang.

In fact, the Tuhu army that appeared in front of Tang Jun was still chaotic and backward as before.Except for a few elites who wear chain mail and have uniform standard weapons, most of them wear messy clothes, and their weapons are even more strange.Iron daggers, stone axes, tridents, sawtoothed knives, maces, wooden hammers... Some people held stones in their arms, while others had nothing but gnashed their teeth.Even so, their enemies gasped when the dense spitting hu army occupied the entire land.

Countless behemoths appeared in the middle of this army, such as projectile vehicles, ballistas, capstan ballistas, trebuchets, battering rams... and flying armored beasts hovering and roaring in the sky.

Why, the country of Tuhu, which has always been barren and backward, can suddenly possess so many terrifying war instruments?

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In the middle of the night, when everything is supposed to be silent, the hazy sky is always full of hail and snow.

On this bloody night, Le Wuyi took Xia Yize's hand, ignoring the inexplicable gazes of countless soldiers around him, and came together outside the Tang Army's command camp.In the past, the soldiers of the Tang Dynasty might have doubts about the close relationship between Yu Le Xiaohou and His Majesty, but now they can't care about it at all.

Standing side by side on a high place, there is a dense Tang army camp below them, and in front of the barracks is a huge gentle slope, where the fronts of the two sides collide.

At this time, the entire gentle slope was covered by dense black shadows, and the loud fighting sound rushed straight to Xiaohan.

The Tuhu people wearing all kinds of armor and holding various weapons merged into several torrents and rushed towards the Tang army's camp mightily.

The ones rushing to the front are the sacred cow cavalry, which the Tuhu people are proud of.There are about [-] of them, all of them are heavily armored, sitting down on the god cow with long hair reaching to the ground, eyes like lightning, a pair of long horns wrapped with bronze sharp blades, and their body size is far larger than that of farm cattle in the plains.Driven by the heavy armored knights, they burst out with fierce and violent impact force, and ran furiously on the knee-high snow.The cavalry of the God Bulls was followed by densely packed ordinary soldiers. They ran like crazy, trying to keep up with the speed of the cavalry, relying on the advantage of numbers to supplement the results of the cavalry's charge.

The earth trembled violently, and there was a thunderous galloping sound, interspersed with earth-shattering shouts of killing, roaring like a mountain torrent.

In front of the Tang army's position, a temporary line of defense has been built. There are a large number of horse-repelling posts arranged there, and countless iron spurs are densely buried under the snow on the thousand-foot-long front line.Behind the military bunker, [-] heavy armored sword shieldmen stood in formation, followed by [-] light archers. They were arranged in a staggered and dense manner according to specific positions.Ten zhang away, [-] spearmen stood in formation, followed by [-] infantry main force...

The thunderous rushing sound finally approached, and the whole earth seemed to shake with the terrifying roar.

The commander's command flag fell violently.

Whoosh!Whoosh!Whoosh!Whoosh!Whoosh!Whoosh...

A trembling buzzing sound suddenly erupted in the dark sky, countless arrows trailing icy streamers, spreading out a blanket of death black mist in the sky, breaking through the mournful space, ruthlessly Shrouded and suppressed the divine bull cavalry army rushing forward.

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The hundreds of riders who rushed to the front were instantly tied into hedgehogs, rolled and fell down amidst howling miserably, and together with their mounts, they were submerged by the flow of people behind them and crushed into bloody mud.

Death did not hinder the iron hooves of the god bull knights. With their blood-red eyes staring, and their scarred bodies upright, the warriors slammed into the horse-rejecting pile with an indomitable savagery and arrogance!People turned their backs on their backs, broken bones and blood knocked down sharp horse-repelling posts, fragments of mutilated limbs filled up trenches, and buried thousands of iron spurs...

After the archers in the front row finished shooting, they immediately squatted down to change arrows.The three-thousand-sword shield soldiers raised their huge shields to form a mountain-like shield array to block the archers, while the archers in the back row filled their positions and threw out the bowstrings that were fully drawn in their hands.The two rows of archers took turns shooting, interweaving an impenetrable arrow net, harvesting fresh life in pieces.

The cavalrymen fell down one after another in the arrow rain of death, many of them fell into the dust, and many of them grabbed the reins tightly, lying on the back of their mounts forever.The god bulls who lost their masters did not flinch. They carried the corpses and anger of the dead, rushed towards the mountain-like steel shield, and stabbed the bronze horns on their heads fiercely towards the seemingly indestructible shield. wall.

After paying the price of dozens of neck fractures, the violent power of the running bull erupted completely, tearing apart the heavy shields like a flood, trampling and crushing the sword and shield fighters and the archers behind them into mud.

However, this is just a trap. Except for the dozens of people who were lost in front of the shield formation that was broken away, the rest of the sword and shield soldiers were wrapped in archers and gathered in an orderly manner to both sides, leaving only a long and narrow passage in the middle. , stretching the impact formation of the bull cavalry into a slender form, which greatly curbed the speed of the cavalry.Then, nearly a thousand divine bull cavalry who were lucky enough to pass through the shield formation plunged into the first team of 4000 people... Although the divine bull cavalry is very powerful, they cannot be defeated in front of the well-equipped and well-trained elites of the Tang Dynasty. Take advantage of something.

Most of the Tuhu infantry came from serfs. Even the regular army had extremely rough weapons and no decent armor on them. They followed the cavalry and rushed into the sword formation where the Tang army was in full swing. Tens of thousands of people were trapped by the sword and shield soldiers with huge shields. In a long and narrow area, they were greeted by the stormy arrow light from behind the giant shield.After screaming and screaming in pain, countless flesh and blood bodies fell down one after another like harvested straw.

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The spitting commander roared loudly, instructing the auxiliary troops in the rear to go up. Hundreds of people carried huge cowhide shields and dragged giant wooden battering rams to break away from the shield formation.At this time, the archers of the Tang army had withdrawn from the battlefield according to the command, and the infantrymen who had been waiting for a long time took their place with horizontal knives, and strangled the Tuhu people together.

The absolute superiority of the Tang army's weapons and equipment made the battle situation one-sided and gradually evolved into a one-sided massacre. Countless Tuhu people fell amidst the hoarse slashing and killing.

Blood gushes out like a spring and shoots like an arrow, but this is not enough to make the warrior who spits out fear.They were scarred and bloody, but their eyes burst out with a fierce color like flames!

"God protects King Muribo, Zamp! Zamp! Zamp!"

The dying man uttered a mournful cry to the sky, the sound was so loud that it made people tremble!

"God protects King Muribo, Zamp! Zamp! Zamp!"

On the vast battlefield, hundreds of thousands of Tuhu troops shouted in unison!Such a majestic roar seemed to have some kind of real power, breaking through Cen Yun and going straight to Xiaohan!

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When the shouts sounded, Le Wuyi and Xia Yi who were standing on the high ground looked at each other and changed color at the same time!

With the help of Xia Yize's Celestial Eye, it can be clearly seen that when the Tuhu army started to roar, countless black rays of light seeped out from the wounds on the Tuhu people's bodies on the battlefield.The smoky black light fluctuated and expanded with a strange rhythm, constantly eroding towards the Tang army camp.

The staring eyes of a soldier of the Tang Army rushing to the front seemed to have a black glow that disappeared in an instant, and his body that fought bravely against the enemy froze suddenly, and then his head was chopped off by the enemy.Behind him, more Tang soldiers gradually stiffened their bodies, their eyes gleamed with black light, and mechanically danced their weapons to fight against the equally stiff Tuhu soldiers on the opposite side.

The sound of killing on the battlefield was loud and bloody, but the attack rhythm of both sides gradually became strange and inexplicable.

The black light gradually condensed and covered the earth.

The commander's flag was no longer visible, the companion's shouts were no longer heard, the wounds on his body seemed to lose their pain, the enemy in front of him gradually became distant and blurred, and everything around him seemed to be blurred and numb.They forgot to defend, twisted their faces, and roared out of their mouths, as if they were controlled by a huge and invisible hand. They collided with each other like puppets and kept falling down.

All of this seems to be extremely fast and slow, the cold blade cuts flesh and shreds life, the whole world becomes a strange huge curtain, silent at the farthest distance, in the center of the curtain is a thick pen and color in the dark Smeared an inexplicable blood color in it.