amaotonovel Chapter 412 Fierce Battle Between Jin and Meng at Linhuang Prefecture
Chapter 412 Fierce Battle Between Jin and Meng at Linhuang Prefecture
As the Jin army significantly diverted troops from Shangjing Road, the Jurchen tribes, who had long been struggling under immense pressure, rose up like wild beasts breaking free from their restraints, launching a series of counterattacks. The military strongholds and prosperous towns that the Jin army had once built were now crumbling under the iron hooves of these tribes and subsequently changed hands.
Those Jin people who failed to escape in time suffered a sudden and tragic fate, becoming miserable slaves in the hands of these Jurchen tribes. Their cries and tears on this turbulent land formed a silent lament.
The Jin Kingdom knew that Li Zhen truly intended to annihilate them this time, so Wanyan Qin mobilized all his troops to counterattack. It was like two gamblers at a gambling table going all in at the last moment. However, the Han Kingdom under Li Zhen's command was exceptionally strong. Although its troop strength was inferior to that of the Jin Kingdom, the Han army's fighting power was arguably the strongest in this era.
Amidst the raging flames of war in Linhuang Prefecture, Wanyan Xu commanded the troops, his heart churning with anxiety as he faced the overwhelming tide of Jin soldiers. Although his relationship with Wanyan Qin had seemingly ended in a bitter separation, at this critical juncture where the fate of the Jin Dynasty hung in the balance, his deepest sense of patriotism remained clear and unwavering.
He originally intended to send all his cavalry, like a torrent, to Guangning Prefecture, vowing to build an unbreakable defensive line on the eve of the Han army's breakthrough. However, things are unpredictable. The Mongol cavalry beyond the Great Wall, like locusts that are everywhere in autumn, came in swarms, overwhelming and relentless, keeping his mind and forces firmly tied to this vast and boundless battlefield. He was unable to spare any effort and could only watch helplessly as the crisis of the Jin Kingdom deepened, unable to offer any assistance.
In this situation, Wanyan Xu knew all too well that every moment of hesitation and delay could be the prelude to the destruction of the Jin Dynasty. His tightly furrowed brows revealed an indescribable sense of tragic grandeur and resolute determination, as if in this vast world, he was using his own strength to fight against the torrent of fate, guarding the undying belief and glory in his heart.
Wanyan Xu stood atop the majestic city tower, his gaze piercing through the thick smoke of battle, watching the Mongol soldiers below surge and crash against the walls. His voice was deep and resolute, as if containing an unshakeable force: "At this moment, how many iron cavalry remain in the city, ready for us to charge and meet the enemy?"
The Jin general standing nearby quickly reported: "Your Highness, our army still has two thousand elite heavy cavalry and five thousand agile light cavalry. The soldiers are already fully equipped and ready to go. They will launch a thunderous attack as soon as the order is given."
Upon hearing this, Wanyan Xu's lips curled into a satisfied smile: "Excellent. Pass down the order to keep the soldiers on high alert and ready for action. The moment the Mongol defenses outside the city show the slightest weakness, that will be the signal for our counterattack. The Mongols' audacity in provoking us is exactly what I wanted; this is a golden opportunity. Let us deliver a fatal blow to them here, ensuring those Mongols never return and are buried here!"
"boom!"
Beneath the city wall, a deafening roar suddenly erupted, as if the earth itself trembled. The shockwave was so intense that several people nearby staggered and nearly lost their balance.
Wanyan Xu's expression changed drastically, and an incredulous look flashed in his eyes: "How... how could the Mongols possess such incredibly powerful explosives?"
Outside the city, the Mongol cavalry, having been poised for battle, quietly laid explosives beneath the city wall's foundation. With a deafening explosion, smoke and dust billowed, obscuring the sky. As the smoke gradually dissipated, a section of the sturdy city wall collapsed with a deafening roar, sending rubble flying and dust billowing everywhere.
The Mongol cavalry had been fully prepared and awaited this moment. Seizing the opportunity, before the Jin soldiers inside the city could recover from this sudden turn of events, they charged into the city like wild horses, their fighting spirit soaring, determined to breach the city in one fell swoop.
The Khan slowly lowered the binoculars he had been gripping, a smug smile playing on his lips. He addressed the tribal leaders gathered around him, proclaiming loudly, "Haha... Look, gentlemen, this is the might of Han weapons! In the past, even with the combined strength of our tribes, we could hardly budge the sturdy city walls, yet now they are torn open as easily as rotten wood. The time has come; the door to glory and achievement is open for us. It is time for your warriors to display their true courage and strength!"
"Shh!"
The chieftain of the Sali tribe suddenly drew the gleaming scimitar from his waist, his voice booming like thunder, echoing across the battlefield: "Warriors of Sali, follow me, let the blood of our enemies bear witness to our glory!" With that, he spurred his horse, and as if sensing its master's resolve, the steed reared up and transformed into a black lightning bolt, galloping fiercely toward the crumbling breach in the city wall.
Following closely behind, over three thousand tribal warriors surged forth like a sandstorm whipped up by a raging wind, a mighty force determined to engulf all obstacles. Their eyes gleamed with unwavering resolve, each step reflecting their yearning for victory. This unstoppable force quickly drew the attention of other tribes on the battlefield. Whether out of a sense of alliance or inspired by the Sali tribe's bravery, they all turned and joined this magnificent battle.
Witnessing this scene, the chieftain nodded with delight, his eyes shining with approval: "Excellent! If all the tribes of Mongolia can work together in this way, we firmly believe that the day when the Mongolian grasslands are unified will be just around the corner."
Although the city wall had been torn open by fierce fire, the Jin soldiers inside the city showed amazing resilience and indomitable spirit. The Mongol warriors who had finally broken through the defense line were once driven back to the edge of the battlefield by this tenacious counterattack.
A Mongol commander, with a voice as loud as a bell, raised his arm and shouted: "Gather all the shield bearers, form an indestructible wall, and vow to completely suppress the arrogance of the Jin army!" His command was like a bugle call, stirring the hearts of every soldier.
Just as the two armies were locked in a fierce battle at the breached city walls, with the situation at a stalemate, the south gate of Linhuang Prefecture suddenly burst open, like a sleeping behemoth abruptly awakening its eyes. Thousands of Jin heavy cavalry, clad in gleaming armor, surged forth with overwhelming force. Their spears, like the scythe of death, mercilessly reaped the lives of the Mongol soldiers who tried to stand in their way. This iron torrent instantly became the absolute ruler of the battlefield, rewriting the course of the battle.
Gazing at the Jin heavy cavalry raging like a storm on the battlefield, Naza's eyes suddenly lit up, flashing with a burning light. He said in a low but firm voice, "Finally, they have shown themselves. Issue my order: spare no effort to keep this invincible heavy cavalry on this land. Once we have mastered this unbeatable equipment, no one on the grasslands will be able to stop our iron hooves. We will surely gallop across the land, invincible!"
The sounds of fighting, war drums, and howls filled the air above the battlefield. Perhaps due to the strong smell of blood, countless eagles circled overhead.