Bai Zizai naturally understood this question!
This battle may seem like a minor skirmish, but it was actually a test of the strength of both Great Ning and Xiliang. If Xiliang were to lose, Li Anlan's side would likely become arrogant.
Therefore, this battle must be won; there can be no defeat whatsoever, or the consequences will be dire!
"Hahaha!"
"I knew the old general could do it. I will send the Vanguard Dare-to-Die Warriors and the White Horse Volunteers assist you. But this time, the main force will truly be the Asura Army!" Jia Xu laughed heartily, praising him.
"Leave it to me!"
Bai Zizai nodded heavily and then went to prepare. He was determined to win this battle, and even the Prince of Northern Liang couldn't stop him.
The moment he turned to leave, he was transported back to ten years ago!
The All Under Heaven Blood Asura is back!
Seeing his retreating figure, Zou Yi couldn't help but swallow hard and whispered, "Strategist, have we been holding back too much? It feels like Old Master Bai has gone mad; his eyes are all bloodshot!"
This situation is truly terrifying!
If Cai Yu were in front of him, he would probably be torn to shreds.
"Haha, this is the real White Asura. If we don't let him get rid of this inner demon, how can we launch a full-scale attack on the Northern Region Barbarians? I'm making him sharpen his sword!" Jia Xu said with a smile, looking at Bai Zizai's back.
Sharpen the knife!
Zou Yi was both amused and exasperated. The strategist had indeed considered everything thoroughly; after this battle, the Asura Army would surely undergo a transformation.
Just then, a sudden commotion broke out outside, causing Jia Xu to frown slightly. There were actually people causing trouble at the palace gates; were they tired of living?
Soon, Zhang Feng from the Net rushed in and whispered, "Strategist, several foreign delegations have arrived outside. They want to bring gifts for our Prince!"
"Gift?"
Jia Xu immediately became interested. He thought the battle had been quite effective, not only annihilating two countries but also intimidating many neighbors.
He nodded and smiled, "Since they are sincerely offering gifts, we naturally have no reason to refuse. Let them leave with you."
"Isn't the strategist leaving?"
" Xiliang doesn't need my strategist for now. I've already pushed Old Master Bai to this point, so naturally I want to see what kind of power he can unleash!"
Jia Xu glanced at him and smiled.
Upon hearing his words, Zou Yi nodded slightly. His task was to transport the spoils of war back to make his lord happy.
If we bring these people along, our lord will be even happier.
Ping'an City!
While the people were still basking in the joy of victory, Lin Yi paid no attention. His gaze was fixed on the sand table in front of him, where the location was clearly the site of Mountain and River Pass!
The war situation here is becoming increasingly strange. The Prince of Min led 50,000 troops slowly in, and his sights were set on Tuoba Yu.
Lin Yi had expected a fierce battle to break out, but to his surprise, both sides suddenly ceased hostilities, as if they had entered a honeymoon period, which puzzled him.
Something's not right here. Could it be that Li Anlan has chosen to compromise and directly supplied Tuoba Wanli with grain?
He looked at Wang Yue and said in a deep voice, " Wang Yue, what's the latest news about Mountain and River Pass?"
"Although both sides are still fighting, they are no longer as frenzied as before. I suspect they are probably negotiating!" Wang Yue pondered for a moment and said in a deep voice.
During this period, Net also suffered setbacks because the carrier pigeons were discovered, and intelligence from various places was more or less disrupted, so their control over Mountain and River Pass was not as strong as before.
A cold glint flashed in Lin Yi's eyes as he said disdainfully, "Your guess is quite possible. If that's the case, I've overestimated Li Anlan. I've already given him a chance to focus all his efforts on dealing with the Northern Region Barbarians, and he still wants to negotiate!"
waste!
The Northern Region Barbarians have come knocking on our door, yet we still choose to appease them and try to resolve the issue through negotiations. It seems we'll have to pay them money and supplies again this time.
He hadn't taken the opportunity to cause anything bigger earlier, which was, frankly, out of a last shred of affection for Great Ning, giving Great Ning the chance to deal with the Northern Region Barbarians with all its might. He never expected him to be so weak.
This is clearly a compromise.
Forehead!
Upon hearing this, Wang Yue wiped the cold sweat from his forehead. He probably didn't even believe his lord's words.
The intention was clearly to weaken the strength of Great Ning and the Northern Barbarians, but it somehow turned into giving Li Anlan an opportunity. Li Anlan is more wronged than Dou E.
He chuckled dryly, "Our lord is exceptionally benevolent, while Li Anlan is ruthless in achieving his goals. How could he possibly deserve our lord's mercy? However, if he wants to negotiate, I'm afraid a little bit of supplies won't be enough!"
Lin Yi remained noncommittal, his gaze involuntarily drifting towards Mountain and River Pass. He murmured, "It's quite interesting that even jackals and tigers can reconcile. But can negotiations really be so easy?"
He couldn't help but sneer; perhaps he could add fuel to the fire.
The Northern Region Barbarians suffered heavy losses in this battle. If they don't plunder enough, they won't be able to recover their strength at all; they'll be severely weakened. Does Li Anlan have the resolve to do so?
This matter may have some impact on Xiliang, but the impact is not really that significant.
The initiative is now in our hands, not in the hands of the Northern Barbarians and Great Ning! We have too many choices, while they have no way out.
In particular, this time, by destroying the Jushi Kingdom and the Shachi Kingdom, not only did they obtain a large number of warhorses, but they also conveniently planted a thorn in the side at the entrance of the Western Regions trade route, a thorn that both Great Ning and the Western Regions would be wary of.
By using the Jushi Kingdom, one can advance or retreat as needed.
Moreover, after controlling the Jushi Kingdom, Xiliang could not only control the trade routes in the Western Regions, but also move south to threaten Xining Commandery of Great Ning.
This is probably the most unacceptable thing for Li Anlan!
"By the way, what's the current situation with Tuoba Yu? He should have already received news of the base's destruction, right?"
So many days have passed now. Although I had previously blocked the news, Tuoba Yu wasn't stupid. He would definitely try to find out the truth, so he probably already knew.
Their stronghold has been captured; there's no way this guy wouldn't react.
"Rest assured, my lord, Tuoba Yu doesn't have time to cause us trouble for the time being. He is currently facing the Prince of Min's army of 50,000, and the two sides have already clashed several times," Wang Yue said with a smile.
Prince of Min!
Upon hearing this title, Lin Yi's lips twitched. This must be yet another unlucky fellow under Li Anlan's command.
If Li Anlan couldn't tolerate his own father, how could he possibly tolerate the Prince of Min and the Prince of Shu? The three princes were just his eldest and second eldest brothers, and none of them fared well.
The territories of the Prince of Min and the Prince of Shu were essentially those of local tyrants. Their strength was probably beyond what 200,000 troops could demonstrate. It would be strange if Li Anlan wasn't wary of them.
In these two places, Li Anlan's words probably carry less weight than those of the two feudal lords.
Thinking of this, he smiled and said, "You should send someone to thoroughly investigate the strength of Prince of Min, Li Sanjiang. You'll have to deal with him sooner or later, so you should get to know him when you have the chance."
I might have to deal with the Prince of Min again in the future, since the Ocean Plan is on the high seas, and I'll soon be facing him. It would be good to learn more about him.
"Understood!"
Wang Yue nodded, making a mental note of this Prince of Min.