I Can Control My Ancestors

Chapter 516 - 45: Breaking Through Liaodong, The Gu Clan’s Name Strikes Fear

His tone was extremely solemn.

The generals and soldiers stared intently at the map, all showing signs of shock, even Zhang Liang was no exception.

This is the difference between the two!

It’s not a difference in ability, but in the positioning of the navy.

Gu Jing wasn’t just thinking about playing the supporting role but truly relying on advancing by both land and sea, considering both as the main attack.

"Brilliant plan!" Zhang Jinsu immediately praised, "This plan is feasible!"

All the generals and soldiers nodded as well.

They were all men who had been fighting on the battlefield for many years, even if they didn’t understand command, they could see the key of the terrain.

Zhang Liang also nodded.

But perhaps really because he was getting a bit old, his character was somewhat timid, reluctant to take risks lightly.

After pondering for a moment, he slowly opened his mouth: "Such an important place must be heavily guarded. If we haven’t captured Wuguo City and the enemy seizes Beisha, what should we do?"

At the time when the army is just about to join forces with the main army on land, they would be isolated.

Any unexpected incident could easily lead to total annihilation, he was genuinely hesitant.

Gu Jing immediately looked up, without any unnecessary words, simply cupped his hands towards Zhang Liang and said: "General, rest assured, if any real unexpected situation arises."

"I will certainly report to His Majesty and take full responsibility for the defeat!"

He had long seen Zhang Liang’s character and wouldn’t explain to him what it meant to be an elite force.

That was enough.

Sure enough, after hearing these words, Zhang Liang hesitated once again.

And the other generals and soldiers also spoke up at this time, urging Zhang Liang to issue the decree.

They were all military generals, all wanting to achieve meritorious deeds.

As long as according to Gu Jing’s method, if they could indeed capture Wuguo City, it would be a monumental achievement. Which military general would refuse that?

As for the risks involved.

As military generals, if they were overly cautious, then they would truly be living in vain.

The Great Tang is at its peak now!

Not everyone is like Zhang Liang!

Zhang Liang remained silent for a long time, his eyes constantly on Gu Jing, and finally, he nodded: "Alright!"

"Do as An Zhi says!"

He really had no other option.

Gu Jing has the surname Gu, if he does not do as Gu Jing says, and if any unexpected events occur, Li Shimin would definitely not let him off easily.

He only had this option, to let Gu Jing bear it all!

This matter was quickly finalized!

Although Zhang Liang agreed to the matter, he also made other arrangements, leaving five thousand men to guard Beisha City while handing the rest to Gu Jing.

Clearly, he did not believe that Gu Jing’s tactics would succeed.

The more important the terrain, the stronger the defense, and on top of that, Wuguo is a mountain city, how can it be so easy to capture?

Gu Jing also said nothing more, directly leading the remaining troops straight to attack Wuguo City.

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Wuguo City.

Located in the eastern part of the Liaodong Peninsula, it relies on Phoenix Mountain and Goryeo Mountain to form a dustpan-shaped terrain of "two mountains sandwiching a valley," with the pass on the southern side as the only passage.

Its terrain is extremely important, being a crucial point connecting Liaodong and the hinterland of Goguryeo.

The defenses of Goguryeo here are naturally strong.

Not only does it have ten thousand troops garrisoned, but it also hides enough provisions to supply a large army for half a year, including a small stream in the city that serves as a water source, and there are three layers of arrow towers on the city wall, equipped with "flying stone ropes," "giant crossbows," and other powerful weapons.

In the current era, the difficulty of successfully capturing this city is unimaginable!

Any surprise attack is nothing but wishful thinking.

The cliffs on both sides are over fifty meters deep, absolutely impassable by human strength.

The only way to break this city is strong attack!

Everyone naturally knew this.

Although the warhorses had already brought back the information, when the army personally arrived at Wuguo City, seeing the endless mountains, the generals and soldiers couldn’t help but feel despair.

How can this be attacked?

This involuntarily arose as a question in the hearts of all the leaders.

Even Gu Jing couldn’t help but tremble inside, his expression becoming even more grim.

"An Zhi, do we really have to attack by force?" Amid the amazement of everyone, the chief of marching Cheng Mingzhen couldn’t help but ask.

Hearing these words, all the generals immediately looked at Gu Jing, no longer as enthusiastic as before.

They indeed want to fight battles and achieve merits.

But it also depends on the timing.

Now they have only thirty thousand troops, wanting to forcefully attack this city, clearly, it’s a bit of a fool’s dream.

"Not possible."

Gu Jing immediately shook his head, "This city cannot be broken by human efforts."

Hearing these words, everyone felt somewhat relieved.

They were afraid that Gu Jing was ignorant and only thought about frontal attack.

"Then what should we do?" Chang He frowned and asked, "If the news spreads, the enemy will definitely attack Beisha, support Wuguo, our army might find it hard to stabilize."

Clearly, he already had the intention to retreat.

Not because of fear, but because the current situation compels them.

"Generals, please rest assured." Gu Jing naturally understood the thoughts of everyone, took a deep breath, and said: "Give me some time, I will definitely be able to break this city!"

Everyone’s expression remained serious, as Gu Jing hadn’t yet grown to a stage where he could have everyone’s complete trust.

But seeing Gu Jing’s very serious expression, after a moment’s hesitation, they all nodded too.

As it’s not the worst time, they can choose to trust Gu Jing for once.

Gu Jing didn’t say any superfluous words, only cupped his hands in thanks to everyone, and then led his men directly towards the city gate.

Woosh!!!

Woosh!!!

Woosh!!!

Instantly, the sound of something slicing through the air rang out.

The defenders in the city seemed to be very wary of the Tang Army, immediately releasing arrows.