Black Fairy, the master is a female ghost

Chapter 262 Be honest with each other

In the rear, Lu Xunhuan saw that the enemy had changed their tactics on all fronts and was withdrawing their forces to redirect them.

He knew that the enemy was making a desperate move and concentrating all its forces on attacking the sluice gates.

Only by seizing the sluice gate can the water be released.

Only after the water is released can the enemy escape by crossing the river.

He then ordered his soldiers to follow suit and continue the pursuit.

But during the pursuit, the formation cannot be dispersed.

After the chariots, the defenders saw the enemy turning around and charging towards the sluice gate, but they were not in a hurry and did not rush to concentrate their forces to protect the sluice gate.

The soldiers lifted up those chariots that were still intact and moved them to reduce the enemy's range of movement and concentrate on annihilating them.

Soon, the enemy attacked frantically, one after another, and the chariots protecting outside the sluice were broken.

The enemy surged towards the sluice gate like a tide.

But after they had run only thirty steps, they stepped on a trap and fell into a deep pit.

It turned out that the soldiers of Dong Yan had already dug a big pit in front of the water puddle.

If the Northern Barbarian soldiers wanted to get close to the sluice gate, they had to cross the big pit.

The pit is so big that it can bury tens of thousands of people.

In front, the Northern Barbarians’ soldiers fell into the pit one after another, and in the back, the army was still pouring in.

Suddenly there was a loud bang, and the deep pit near the river was blown open.

The river water suddenly poured in.

The earth pit soon turned into a deep puddle of water.

The northern barbarians lived on the grasslands, and most of them could not swim. They struggled in the water and were drowned in a short while.

At this time, the wooden wall moved south and had already blocked the north tightly. The army led by Lu Xunhuan surrounded it from the west.

The waterholes were so thick that the Northern Barbarians couldn't get through, so they had no choice but to flee south in panic.

At this point, the northern barbarians had been completely routed and were only concerned with fleeing for their lives, with no overall formation in sight.

Lu Xunhuan took a bow from a soldier and aimed at the enemy general.

The long arrow cut through the air and hit the general on the back of the neck.

The general fell from his panicked horse and was trampled by the chaotic troops behind him, and died in the battle.

At this time, the sluice gate was finally opened to release water.

The torrent rolled and rushed down, and the river water downstream of the sluice rose rapidly.

The river water rose sharply, making it impossible for the Northern Barbarian soldiers to cross the river from downstream.

The soldiers of the Northern Barbarians who fled south ran for more than ten miles and found that there was no way to go.

It turned out that the river encountered a mountain barrier here and no longer flowed straight south, but made a 90-degree turn here.

At this time, the river water surged, and the northern barbarian soldiers ran here. To the west and south were wide rivers with turbulent water.

To the north, Eastern Yan infantry were pursuing, and to the west, Eastern Yan cavalry were waiting in wait.

As a result, countless people jumped into the river and died in the raging torrent.

Some people were afraid of death, so they knelt on the spot and raised their hands in surrender.

At this point, except for 20,000 prisoners, the rest of the more than 200,000 Northern Barbarian troops were completely wiped out.

After seeing the enemy surrender, Lu Xunhuan left and led 10,000 cavalrymen across the shallow river to the west, heading straight for Xuelong Pass.

In the past, Xuelong Pass belonged to Dongyan.

Thirty years ago, the Northern Barbarians launched a surprise attack and occupied the Snow Dragon Pass.

From then on, the people of Dong Yan never took it back.

The Snow Dragon Pass is occupied by the Northern Barbarians. As long as they are willing to come, they can rush down from the pass at any time, which is always a huge threat to Dongyan.

Dong Yan will never be able to sleep or eat unless the Xuelong Pass is recaptured.

Therefore, Lu Xunhuan took advantage of the fact that he had annihilated the main force of the enemy and before the enemy reinforcements arrived, he moved swiftly to seize the Snow Dragon Pass.

There were not many Northern Barbarian soldiers guarding the Snow Dragon Pass.

After Lu Xunhuan arrived at the foot of the mountain, he asked everyone to wait there.

He then controlled the magic weapon to bypass the front and climbed up the mountain pass from the back.

There were only 500 Northern Barbarian soldiers at the Snow Dragon Pass, and they had already seen a large number of Eastern Yan cavalry coming.

Since the Eastern Yan cavalry has arrived, it can be imagined that our army may have been completely wiped out.

The five hundred soldiers were already terrified and were discussing whether to give up the mountain pass when Lu Xunhuan suddenly appeared.

He controlled the magic weapon in the air and shouted at the five hundred stunned Northern Barbarian soldiers.

"Listen, northern barbarians! Your army has been destroyed. If you want to live, leave now. If you don't, the magic sword in my hand will show no mercy."

After saying that, he activated his immortal power and lit up the fifth-level immortal sword in his hand.

The magic sword immediately emitted a purple light.

When the five hundred soldiers saw that Dong Yan had invited immortal masters to attack the Snow Dragon Mountain Pass, they knew they were no match for them.

If they fight head-on, they will all die in battle.

A general hurriedly ordered: "Retreat."

It didn't take long before the five hundred Northern Barbarian soldiers fled and Lu Xunhuan recaptured the Snow Dragon Pass.

There was a lot of firewood at the gate, so he lit it on the spot and raised the fire as a signal to notify the soldiers below to hurry up.

As a result, the Snow Dragon Pass, which had been occupied by the Northern Barbarians for thirty years, finally returned to the hands of Eastern Yan.

In Beishan City, Yan Bei was overjoyed after receiving the news.

He quickly sent another 20,000 soldiers to transport arrows, food and other supplies to the mountain pass.

At the same time, they also went to help reinforce the Xuelong Pass.

From now on, the northern barbarians will never be able to cross the border again.

He stood on the south gate and looked south.

I don’t know whether the prince has retreated or how the war is going there.

I don’t know where the invading Southern Liang army is going.

After the battle here is over and the army is reorganized, we should head south to provide assistance.

At this time, a general came to ask for instructions: "Your Highness, what should we do with the 20,000 prisoners?"

Yan Bei thought for a moment and said, "Let it go. Let the tiger go back to the mountains. Raising it is a waste of food. Let's just kill it."

After the general took the order and left, another general came forward and said, "Report, Your Highness, the personnel count is complete. Our army has lost 8,000 men and 12,000 men."

Yan Bei nodded: "We annihilated over 200,000 enemy troops, and our total casualties were only 20,000. It was worth it."

He gave the order: "Clean up the battlefield, bury the dead, collect battlefield supplies, and after the entire army rests for three days, march south."

He added: "Also, inform the people that they can return to their homes."

It was already late at night when Lu Xunhuan returned to Beishan City from Xuelong Mountain Pass.

Yan Bei hadn't slept yet and was waiting for him.

Seeing him coming, he ordered the soldiers, "Is the bath water for Mr. Lu ready? Bring it in quickly."

After the soldiers left, Lu Xun Huan said with a smile, "Your Highness, are you going to watch me take a bath?"

Yan Bei said, "This prince will seize the opportunity to chat with you for a few minutes."

After a while, the soldiers brought a large bucket of water and new clothes for the army.

Then, the soldiers left, leaving only Yan Bei and Lu Xunhuan in the room.

Yan Bei gestured, "Take a shower."

Lu Xun Huan touched the water and asked, "Your Highness, do you want Lu Chenglong to be honest with you?"

Yan Bei turned his back and said, "That's what I mean. Go ahead and take a shower. We'll talk while you do it."

After Lu Xunhuan threw away his clothes and went into the water, Yan Bei turned around.

He walked to the bucket and lowered his voice: "When did you see through my true thoughts?"

Lu Xun Huan said, "I don't have insight into your Highness's heart, but I know someone with whom I have a close relationship."

Yan Bei asked, "Is that person related to this prince?"

He turned around, pulled up a chair and sat down in front of the bucket.

"Just tell me straight, it doesn't matter if you have seen into this prince's heart."

"But you and this prince are not friends who share life and death. Why would you want to help this prince?"

Lu Xun Huan raised his head and glanced at the tiles on the roof. "What happened fifteen years ago is something you keep in mind all the time, right?"

Yan Bei seemed to understand suddenly.

"I understand. Second Uncle Wang's entire family was executed, but one of their daughters was rescued. You know his daughter, and you have a close relationship with her."

Lu Xun Huan nodded: "Yes, she never forgets the revenge for her father's murder."

"And I, in order to repay her kindness, also hope to avenge her."

"If you wish, the nine masters of Taiqing Sect can storm the palace at any time."

Yan Bei was surprised and said, "I know you went to Taiqing Sect, probably to build relationships, but our Dongyan's largest sect, the nine masters, are willing to listen to you. Why?"

Lu Xun Huan smiled and said, "Some secrets of the royal family cannot be known to the world. Similarly, some secrets of the immortals cannot be known to people outside the immortal world."

Yan Bei pondered for a moment and said, "I believe you are already aware of the power distribution in Longzhou City. Uncle Sanwang is in charge of the Cavalry Battalion. If he doesn't support me, even with the help of your nine great immortal masters, I can't take action."

"It must be legitimate. Otherwise, I cannot convince the people. Even if I ascend to the throne, I will still be divided and disloyal, and I will not be able to control the entire East Yan."

Lu Xun Huan asked, "We have completely annihilated the Northern Barbarian army. The battle here is over. What are your plans for the future, Your Highness?"

Yan Bei replied, "This prince has already ordered us to rest for three days before heading south to reinforce."

Lu Xunhuan nodded: "I understand."

Yan Bei patted his shoulder and said, "If I ascend the throne in the future, with your talents, you can become a prime minister or command the entire nation's military. It's up to you."

Lu Xun Huan smiled again: "Your Highness, I may not have too high aspirations. I just want to help with revenge. When you ascend the throne, it will be time for me to leave."

Yan Bei asked, "Where are you going?"

Lu Xun Huan said, "There are many things to do in the Immortal Realm. After the war is over, I will go to Taiqing Sect and complete the mission given by the Immortal Ancestor."

Yan Bei was surprised: "Immortal Ancestor...isn't he usually just a legend? How can we actually see him and assign him a mission?"

Lu Xun Huan said, "This is a secret of the Immortal Realm. Please forgive me, Your Highness."

Yan Bei stood up: "Alright, this prince understands."

He walked to the door and said, "Whether it was fighting against the invasion of the Zhou Kingdom in the south or annihilating the northern barbarians here, you have made great contributions. I really don't know how to thank you."

"This prince has specially arranged for someone to give you a bath. I hope you won't refuse."

After saying that, he opened the door and left.

Lu Xunhuan seemed to have understood something.

Sure enough, someone came soon.

A very beautiful woman came in, closed the door, walked to the water bucket and bowed politely.

"Sir, I am here on the orders of the Second Prince to help you with your back massage."

Lu Xun Huan asked, "What else did he say?"

The woman blushed. "He said... no matter what the adults do, I must obey. Afterwards, I will reward my parents with 10,000 gold."

Lu Xun Huan nodded: "I understand... I don't need anything else, just help me wash my hair..."