Chapter 571: Showing Might and Strength to Several Cities

At the same time, the 3,000 cavalrymen who had been cruising outside the city, under the command of the cavalry captain, seemed to have smelled the scent of victory and quickly adjusted their formation. The sound of horse hooves was like thunder and dust was flying.

As soon as the city gate was broken, the cavalry launched a charge almost at the same moment, rushing in like wild horses at such an astonishing speed that the defenders had no time to react.

The lances in the hands of the cavalry at the front flashed coldly in the sun. Every swing was accompanied by the wailing of the enemy. The unstoppable charge was like a sharp blade, piercing straight into the heart of the enemy.

Two thousand archers were scattered between the infantry and cavalry. Under the precise command of the archery captain, they continuously shot into the city. The arrows rained down like rain, accurately hitting the vital points of the enemy.

The dense shooting was both fast and accurate, providing strong support for the infantry and cavalry attacks, making it difficult for the enemy to organize effective resistance in the chaos.

On the city wall, the defenders' defense line quickly collapsed under the fierce attack of the Cangzhou army.

Under the leadership of Yang Jian and the Six Monsters of Meishan, the Cangzhou army was unstoppable and soon occupied most of Liulin City.

However, the battle was not over yet, and the defenders were still fighting stubbornly, trying to regain the lost ground.

"General, the enemy is gathering forces in front of us and trying to counterattack!"

A scout ran over to report, panting, through the chaotic battlefield.

"Order the entire army to speed up the advance. The six monsters of Meishan, follow me and completely defeat the enemy!"

Upon hearing this, Yang Jian frowned and his eyes were as sharp as torches, as if he could penetrate the smoke of the battlefield and look directly into the heart of the enemy.

Under the leadership of Yang Jian, the Cangzhou army quickly adjusted its formation and prepared to meet the enemy's counterattack.

At this time, the defenders, under the organization of the county lieutenant, re-formed their battle line in the center of the small town and prepared for a desperate fight.

They gripped their weapons tightly, with determination flashing in their eyes, as if they were making a final bet.

However, facing the powerful offensive of Yang Jian and the Six Monsters of Meishan, the defenders' resistance seemed so fragile.

"Ding! Yang Jian's skill True Lord Effect 4 is activated again, Force +.

Yang Jian's current strength has risen to 125!"

Yang Jian, holding a three-pointed, double-edged sword, rushed into the enemy camp as fast as lightning.

He swung his sword, the sword light was like a dragon, and instantly beheaded the enemy county lieutenant. His action was so fast that the enemy was caught off guard.

The fall of the county lieutenant was like the last straw that broke the camel's back for the defenders.

They looked at Yang Jian in horror, as if they were looking at an invincible demon.

Led by Yang Jian and the Six Monsters of Meishan, the Cangzhou army surged in like a tide and completely submerged the defenders.

The defenders' resistance became weaker and weaker, the formation that the county lieutenant had reorganized quickly began to fall into chaos, and morale quickly collapsed.

Under the fierce attack of the Cangzhou army, they quickly collapsed and figures fleeing were scattered all over the battlefield.

These defenders, who were just preparing to regroup, were completely vulnerable to Yang Jian's absolute military force.

The Cangzhou army behind him quickly defeated the enemy's counterattack and occupied Liulin City.

On the top of the city wall, the flag of the Cangzhou army was flying high, announcing their victory.

"General, our army has won a great victory and Liulin City is completely under our control!"

The deputy general reported excitedly, his face filled with the joy of victory.

"This is just the beginning. Order the entire army to rest for one night and continue northward tomorrow to take the capital of Yunmeng County!" Yang Jian just smiled faintly, his eyes already looking further away.

With an order, the army started again. The sounds of horse hooves, wheels, and armor friction intertwined together, forming a war song that resounded through the sky.

In the following days, the army led by Yang Jian swept across Yunmeng County like an unstoppable storm.

In the past three days, they have directly captured several small cities. Although these cities are small, they are the throats leading to the heart of Yunmeng County.

Yang Jian used the cover of night to dispatch an elite team to sneak into the city, with the help of both inside and outside forces. Overnight, the flags of the Cangzhou Army were raised on the tops of the city walls.

As the news spread, the surrounding small towns were shocked. Some surrendered without a fight, while others were quickly conquered after a brief resistance.

Yang Jian's tactics were flexible and varied. He had both the bravery of frontal assault and the wisdom of surprise attack and siege, catching the enemy off guard.

In the next few days, the Cangzhou army was unstoppable and captured several cities in succession.

Every time a city was captured, Yang Jian would personally supervise the battle to ensure that the army maintained strict discipline, did not disturb the people, and did not destroy property. He won the hearts of the people and laid a good mass foundation for the subsequent battles of the Cangzhou Army.

However, the most commendable thing among these consecutive victories was the capture of the larger city.

The city is called Yunmeng Fort. It is an important military town in Yunmeng County. It has strong walls, elite defenders, and sufficient food and grass. It should be a fortress that is difficult to conquer.

But Yang Jian, with his extraordinary military talent, staged a classic siege battle.

On the eve of the siege, Yang Jian summoned the Six Monsters of Meishan and all the generals to discuss in the tent.

Pointing at the map, he analyzed in detail the terrain, troop distribution and possible defense strategies of Yunmeng Fort, and then proposed a bold plan - to make a feint to the east and attack in the west, and secretly pass through Chencang.

It was decided to concentrate forces to attack the north gate on the surface to attract the enemy's attention, but in fact to send the Six Freaks of Meishan to lead an elite force, use the cover of night and terrain, sneak in from the south gate, and attack from both inside and outside.

The plan was set. At dusk the next day, war drums thundered outside the north gate, and the Cangzhou army marched with great fanfare, as if they were about to launch a decisive siege.

Upon seeing this, the defenders transferred their main forces to the north gate and prepared for battle.

At this time, the Six Monsters of Meishan had broken up into small groups, some hiding in the mountains and forests, some hiding in the streams, and approaching the South Gate quietly.

As night falls, everything is silent, with only the occasional chirping of insects breaking the stillness of the night.

At the south gate, the six monsters of Meishan displayed their magical powers and climbed up the city wall silently.

Under the leadership of the six divine generals, the elite troops behind them quickly eliminated the guards at the city gate and opened the passage leading into the city.

At the same time, the Cangzhou army outside the north gate suddenly stopped the attack and instead suppressed it with a rain of arrows to buy time for the troops at the south gate.

After the South Gate was breached, Yang Jian personally led the main force, poured into the city like a tide, and engaged in fierce street fighting with the defenders.

With Yang Jian and the Six Monsters of Meishan, several top fighters rushing to the front, the morale of the Cangzhou army was high and their combat effectiveness was off the charts. They quickly took control of the key locations in the city.

The battle lasted until dawn. When the first ray of sunlight penetrated the clouds and shone on the top of Yunmeng Castle, the flag of the Cangzhou Army was already flying high.

The remaining forces of the defenders were completely wiped out, and Yunmeng Castle, one of the most fortified cities in Yunmeng County, was captured by Yang Jian in a lightning speed.

As the soldiers in Hengzhou had no will to fight, it did not take Yang Jian much time to build this fortified city.

Within ten days, the army led by Yang Jian captured dozens of cities. Although most of them were small cities, they also successfully captured some larger cities such as Yunmeng Castle.

(End of this chapter)