Chapter 775: Chu Army Arrives at Gonggong Jibu

"My son Xiang Yu, you are so brave that no one in the world can match you. However, on the battlefield, bravery is not everything. Although Han Xin is not as strong as you, he is wise and good at using military tactics. This is the key to his victory over you."

"I know you are unwilling to accept this, but remember, arrogant soldiers will be defeated, and rashness will lead to failure. This defeat is not your fault, but the time and place are not right."

Fan Zeng's words were sincere, revealing not only reproaches but also expectations and teachings for Xiang Yu. He went on to write: "I have urgently mobilized 60,000 troops from Jiangdong, led by Gonggong and the five tiger generals Ji Bu, Zhongli Mei, Ying Bu, and Yu Ziqi, who will arrive soon."

"At that time, you should take this as a foundation, and proceed step by step. Do not underestimate the enemy and advance rashly. Remember, a true god of war is not only about defeating the enemy, but also about defeating your own arrogance and impatience."

After reading this, a hint of discomfort flashed across Xiang Yu's eyes.

But he had no way to refute it. After all, every word Fan Zeng said was from the bottom of his heart, and was meant to make him a better general or even a stronger overlord.

"Everyone, you all know about Yafu's letter."

"This time, we must not only avenge our previous failure, but also prove to the world that the Jiangdong disciples are talented and may make a comeback!"

After thinking for a while with his head down, Xiang Yu raised his head and looked at the generals below.

"I am willing to follow the king to the battlefield and never retreat!"

Upon hearing this, Long Qie and others below were all cheered up and shouted in unison.

Xiang Yu nodded, already having a plan in mind.

"Han Xin, you wait. When the Jiangdong army gathers, it will be time for me, Xiang Yu, to make a comeback."

"Then we will compete to see who will have the last laugh!"

He stood up, walked to the door of the tent, and looked into the distance in the direction of Wenzhou, with a fiery light flashing in his eyes.

At this moment, there was another commotion outside the tent. Xiang Yu turned around and saw Gonggong and the five tiger generals, Ji Bu, Zhongli Mei, Ying Bu, Yu Ziqi, and the 60,000 Jiangdong troops urgently assembled by Fan Zeng, rushing towards the camp in a mighty manner.

Flags were flying and the sound of horses' hooves was deafening, as if even the heaven and earth were shaking.

Xiang Yu's heart was filled with pride. He strode out of the tent to welcome the arrival of this fresh force.

"Haha, Gonggong, Jibu, Ziqi, you came at the right time. With you, what do I, Xiang Yu, have to fear?"

When Gonggong and others saw Xiang Yu, they all dismounted and saluted. Xiang Yu helped them up one by one, his eyes full of excitement.

"Long Qie, pass the order down, the army should prepare immediately, tomorrow morning, we will immediately head north to Wenzhou!"

Xiang Yu's voice was sonorous and powerful, and every word carried a tremendous force that made the air around him tremble.

Long Qie took the order and left. A moment later, trumpets sounded in the military camp. Many soldiers were busy moving around, preparing their luggage and sharpening their weapons. The whole camp was filled with the tension and solemnity before the war.

Xiang Yu stood on the top of the city wall, his eyes were deep, but his heart was burning.

Although Xiang Yu failed to win the first battle with Han Xin, he learned a lot from it.

Han Xin's outstanding ability in commanding troops and making strategic plans made him truly realize that on the battlefield, in addition to military force, there are more factors that need to be considered.

"Han Xin, just wait. This time, I, Xiang Yu, will let you know what it means to be the true overlord of the battlefield!"

Xiang Yu swore secretly in his heart, with an unprecedented light flashing in his eyes.

As night fell, the military camp was brightly lit. Xiang Yu, contrary to his usual behavior, sat alone in the tent with a map on the desk. He carefully studied the terrain and defense of Wenzhou, and thought about tactics in his mind.

The arrival of Gonggong and the Five Tiger Generals undoubtedly increased his chances of winning, but he knew very well that Han Xin was no ordinary man and this battle would be extremely difficult.

"What my father said is very true. Speed ​​is the most important thing in war, but strategy is even more important."

Xiang Yu whispered to himself, his fingers lightly running across the map, as if looking for the crucial blow that would decide victory or defeat.

Suddenly, his eyes fixed on a certain place, which was a dense forest at the junction of Wenzhou and Quezhou. The terrain was complex and easy to set up an ambush. Xiang Yu's mouth curled up into a sneer, and he had already made up his mind.

That night, Xiang Yu did not sleep. He was thinking, planning and preparing.

What is coming is not just a battle, but a contest for the fate of Jiangdong.

If he were to be defeated again, not to mention that his invincible golden body in Jiangdong would be completely broken.

More importantly, he and his Chu army will be locked in Jiangdong forever and will not be able to advance an inch!
How could Xiang Yu, who had ambitions to rule the world, accept this?

With the appearance of the first ray of morning light, the military camp became bustling again.

Xiang Yu put on his armor, held the Tianlong Breaking City Halberd in his hand, and stood in front of the army.

Behind him are 60,000 Jiangdong young men, the future of Jiangdong, and his hegemony.

"set off!"

Xiang Yu didn't say any nonsense. With his order, 60,000 troops poured out of the camp like a tide and headed north again towards Wenzhou.

The sounds of horse hooves and armor colliding intertwined together, forming an unstoppable force, galloping towards the distance.

At this moment, at the other end of Wenzhou, Han Xin was also busy setting up defenses, preparing to meet Xiang Yu's challenge again.

At this time outside Wenzhou City, the autumn wind was bleak and the war flags were fluttering.

Long Junzuo was wearing armor but looked a little embarrassed. He lowered his head and walked towards Han Xin's tent with heavy steps.

Every step seemed to carry a heavy burden, which was the guilt for the defeat, the sorrow for the lost comrades, and the deep self-blame for underestimating the enemy and advancing rashly.

"General Han, I am... I am guilty."

Long Junzuo's voice was low and hoarse, and every word seemed to be squeezed out from between his teeth, carrying endless regret.

He stood in front of Han Xin with his head lowered, his hands clenched into fists, his nails almost digging into the flesh, but he seemed not to feel any pain, because the pain in his heart far exceeded everything.

Seeing this, Han Xin sighed softly with a complicated look.

What Long Junzuo was enduring at this moment was not only the humiliation of defeat, but also the guilt for Qian Dacong's sacrifice because of him.

Han Xin stood up, walked slowly to Long Junzuo, reached out and patted him on the shoulder. Although the action was light, it seemed to contain thousands of words.

"General Long, get up. On the battlefield, victory and defeat are common."

"Xiang Yu's bravery is indeed beyond the reach of one person, and we have all witnessed this. You don't need to blame yourself too much, and you don't need to take all the responsibility on yourself."

Han Xin's voice was gentle, trying to calm the waves in Long Junzuo's heart.

For the time being, Han Xin did not want to blame Long Junzuo for being able to rely on the Dayong Dragon Sparrow Army to barely resist Xiang Yu.

Although he was extremely angry at Long Junzuo's underestimation of the enemy and his recklessness in not listening to advice.

But now Long Junzuo has paid the price for his recklessness, and Qian Dacong also died tragically at the hands of Xiang Yu.

Now Han Xin didn't have too much energy to blame Long Junzuo. Instead, he had to try his best to comfort and enlighten him.

After all, before the support of his lord arrives, what if Xiang Yu suddenly has a brain storm and comes back again?

It is still necessary to let Long Junzuo lead the Dayong Dragon Bird Army and use the "Dragon Bird King Killing Formation" to charge forward.

(End of this chapter)