I Can Control My Ancestors

Chapter 515 - 45: Breaking Through Liaodong, The Gu Clan’s Name Strikes Fear

Even Gu Yi was somewhat surprised.

Although the Gu Clan’s descendants have always been very brave on the battlefield, this was the first time he had felt such astonishment.

Gu Jing’s killing intent was too strong!

No matter if the enemy surrendered or not, as soon as they entered his attack range, he would show no mercy.

This young man, despite his seemingly calm demeanor, was ruthless to any enemy.

Completely unlike the Gu Clan descendants of past generations.

Gu Yi didn’t know if this was a good thing for the Gu Clan, but he did not interfere much, since he did not think that the Gu Clan would lose control because of one person.

The news spread in all directions.

—Liaodong was shaken!

When they heard that Beisha City had fallen, everyone’s first thought was that it was impossible!

Inside Pyongyang City.

Yeon Gaesomun was full of anger, almost losing his reason.

"Where did the Tang Army come from?"

He found it hard to believe.

The main force of the Tang Army was clearly in the north, so how did something suddenly happen in the south?

The officers were equally incredulous.

"Could it be that the Emperor of Great Tang... truly has celestial soldiers helping him?" someone couldn’t help but say.

In an instant, the atmosphere in the hall grew even more solemn.

Only this explanation could make sense.

In this era, no one dared to imagine tens of thousands crossing the sea.

"Celestial soldiers?"

Yeon Gaesomun immediately looked at the person who spoke, a cold smile on his face, and without any words, drew his sword and stepped forward.

In the midst of the person’s astonished gaze, he directly pierced his chest.

"What celestial soldiers!"

"If there truly were celestial soldiers, why would he need to lead the army himself?"

Everyone was shocked!

Yeon Gaesomun’s gaze full of killing intent swept over those present, making them tremble involuntarily.

He must stabilize the army’s morale!

The battlefield was already tense, and if the morale further faltered, he would truly face defeat!

"Issue orders, immediately send troops to retake Beisha City!"

"Forbid any discussion of this matter among the three armies."

"Hmph—"

"No matter where they come from, I will destroy them, crush the Tang Army’s spirit!!"

While giving orders, Yeon Gaesomun pulled the long sword out of the man’s chest, looking at the spreading blood on the ground, everyone silently bowed their heads, not daring to say another word.

Meanwhile, in Liaodong City.

Li Shimin also received the news and immediately smiled.

"Worthy of being my Great Tang celestial soldiers!"

He couldn’t help but praise.

Hearing this, the ministers also smiled and laughed, in contrast to the somber atmosphere inside the Goguryeo royal city.

It was only after a moment that the ministers exchanged words again.

All suggested that Li Shimin launch a frontal attack.

According to the original plan, Goguryeo would feel pressure from both north and south, joining forces with the navy to break Pyongyang City!

Listening to everyone’s words, Li Shimin also earnestly nodded.

—The winds moved in all directions!

As the news of Beisha City spread, it further intensified the grim situation on the Liaodong Peninsula.

Inside Beisha City.

Zhang Liang could not stay in the city continuously, and within this short time, he had already sent troops to successively capture several small cities nearby.

Subsequently, he made arrangements similar to those in history.

He planned to attack Jian’an City, and send troops to the Liao River to threaten Goguryeo’s main forces in the north.

In fact, this strategy didn’t have any major problems.

The main issue was that Zhang Liang’s thinking still primarily relied on a land-based strategy, with the navy in a supporting role, placing the entire naval force in a subordinate position.

Success or failure all depended on the outcome of the land forces.

As expected by Gu Yi, under these circumstances, Gu Jing finally began to discuss tactics.

Beisha City.

"General, we must not march this way."

"Our army is a surprise force, a thorn in the enemy’s rear, moving this way will surely lose us the initiative."

Gu Jing said seriously, cupping his fist towards Zhang Liang.

Even though only a few battles had occurred, by now no one underestimated Gu Jing.

The military camp was simple as that.

No intrigue or deception, and Gu Jing had the Gu surname!

Upon hearing this, everyone instinctively frowned, showing puzzled expressions, even Zhang Liang was the same, as he looked at Gu Jing and asked:

"What strategy does An Zhi propose?"

He did not believe that his strategy had any problems; it was undoubtedly the most reliable approach.

Without any superfluous words, Gu Jing directly walked to the topography map and seriously said: "Gentlemen, please look—"

"Currently, His Majesty’s forces are at Anshi City, Goryeo will certainly heavily guard this place."

"This battle will not be easily won—"

"If our army were to use Beisha City as a base, not only would we be far from the battlefield, but we also would not relieve His Majesty’s pressure."

In the eyes of everyone, his tone slightly paused, and then pointed to Wuguo City on the map, continuing: "This place is called ’Liaodong’s throat’ by Goryeo!"

"Indeed it is Liaodong’s dragon throat!"

"If we thrust in, proceeding east to Mazi River, within three days our ships can reach Pyongyang, west to Anshi, two hundred miles and elite cavalry can cut off Yang Wanchun’s supply line in a day and night."

"It is a key position to assist His Majesty."

"In the past, when Emperor Wu of Han attacked the Weei Clan, Xun Zhi broke Weei through this route!"

"Now is the critical moment, how can our army abandon such a key location?"

"The current plan, should be to use the entire army’s might, to seize Wuguo before the enemy notices!"