Conferred Gods: Master Tongtian is my master

Chapter 220 Jinji Ridge

At this time, Prime Minister Jiang Ziya walked up to Ji Chang, bowed, and said respectfully:

"Your Majesty, the front is Jinji Ridge. I have already sent people to find out the commander and military deployment of Jinji Ridge."

When Ji Chang heard this, his eyes suddenly brightened and he nodded slightly, signaling him to continue.

Seeing this, Jiang Ziya hesitated for a moment and continued:

"The commander of Jinji Ridge is a mortal general named Xiao He. He has a good command of the army. The army on Jinji Ridge is well-organized and the fortifications are strong. It is obvious that he has put in a lot of effort."

At this point, Jiang Ziya changed the subject, with a gleam of wisdom in his eyes:

"However, although this person is also a rare general, he is not to be feared."

"As long as we deploy properly and attack them by surprise, we will capture Jinji Ridge within three days."

After hearing this, Ji Chang's face was filled with joy, with an arc at the corner of his mouth that was difficult to conceal.

He took a step forward, his eyes flashing with excitement, "The Prime Minister's words make this king happy."

"Okay, in that case, the army will rest and continue the march. We will try to reach Jinji Ridge in two days."

After saying this, Ji Chang turned and faced the camp, with an unquestionable light flashing in his eyes.

……

Jinji Ridge, on the city wall.

A slender figure stood facing the wind. He was wearing silver armor and looking deep into the distance. This man was none other than the commander of Jinji Ridge—Xiao He.

The sunlight shines through the clouds and onto his body, giving him a faint golden glow and adding a touch of otherworldly temperament.

Xiao He stood there quietly, letting the breeze blow his hair and clothes.

Just as he was immersed in his own thoughts, the sound of hurried and powerful footsteps broke the silence.

The footsteps came closer and closer, with a sense of urgency and anxiety, and finally stopped behind him.

"General!"

A messenger came running over breathlessly, his voice filled with urgency, "We just received urgent news that the rebel Ji Chang's army is less than a hundred miles away from Jinji Ridge and is approaching us at full speed!"

When Xiao He heard this, his brows frowned slightly, but he quickly regained his composure.

He slowly turned around, his eyes sharp as torches, and stared directly into the messenger's eyes, as if he wanted to see more information from them.

"It seems that the rebel Ji Chang wants to take over Jinji Ridge in one fell swoop before our reinforcements arrive."

Xiao He's voice was deep and powerful, with a certain unquestionable majesty, "Humph! Wishful thinking, with this general here, the rebel army will never be able to cross Jinji Ridge even a single step."

After saying that, he waved his arm violently, a cold smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, and he said in a deep voice:

"Pass the order down. Strengthen the city's security immediately. Every corner and every passage must be closely monitored to ensure that nothing is missed."

"At the same time, order the soldiers to be ready for battle and to welcome the arrival of the rebel army at any time."

Upon hearing this, the messenger nodded quickly, with a determined light flashing in his eyes, and was about to turn around and walk away quickly to carry out Xiao He's order.

However, at this moment, Xiao He's voice sounded again, with a calmness and importance that could not be ignored:

"One more thing."

Upon hearing the voice, the messenger immediately stopped, turned to face Xiao He, and waited for his orders.

"Notify all lieutenants to gather at the training ground immediately."

Xiao He's voice was deep and powerful, revealing a sense of urgency and seriousness. "This general has important matters to discuss with you. It is related to the victory or defeat of this battle. There can be no delay."

The messenger was shocked when he heard this. He knew the importance of this matter and quickly responded:

"Yes, General!"

After saying this, the messenger rushed out of the city wall like an arrow and headed straight for the destination to convey Xiao He's order.

Xiao He stood where he was, gazing deeply into the distance, silently planning his next move in his mind.

……

Two days later, the sky began to brighten with the first light of day, and Ji Chang's army slowly approached Jinji Ridge like a dark cloud.

On the city wall, Xiao He was wearing silver armor, which looked particularly dazzling in the morning light.

He stood side by side with several deputy generals behind him, staring intently at the enemy troops gradually approaching in the distance with sharp eyes.

Everyone's face was filled with severity and solemnity, and the air was filled with a tense atmosphere as if a storm was about to come.

In the Zhou army formation, chariots rumbled and dust flew. Jiang Ziya, wearing a brocade robe, stood on the chariots, with a calm yet majestic expression.

He looked around and saw that the army was fully prepared and in high spirits. He nodded slightly and said to the young general Ji Guangyan beside him:

"Ji Guang, you are the best of the younger generation in our army. You will go and challenge us today."

Ji Guang was inspired when he heard this. He straightened his chest and responded loudly:

"Yes, Prime Minister!"

Afterwards, Ji Guang urged his warhorse, holding a spear, and rushed out of the battle formation like a flash of lightning, heading straight for the Jinjiling city wall.

He shouted loudly: "Listen, defenders on the city. I am Ji Guang, a general under the command of King Zhou. I have come to fight you!"

"If you have the guts, then open the city and fight. Otherwise, surrender immediately to avoid loss of life!"

His voice echoed through the valley, clear and powerful, so that everyone on the city wall could hear it clearly.

Xiao He heard this and sneered. He waved his hand and a deputy general stepped forward and responded loudly:

"Ji Guang, don't be so arrogant! Are the defenders of Jinjiling the cowards who are afraid of death?"

"If you are really capable, come over here and see how we take your head!"

After saying this, the deputy general said no more. He turned around and saluted Xiao He, then went out of the city to fight.

Seeing this, Ji Guang raised a mocking smile. He glanced at the deputy general with contempt and sneered:

"Who are you? Tell me your name. I will not kill nameless ghosts."

"If you don't dare to give your name, then forget it. This general has no time to waste with a nobody like you."

Upon hearing this, the deputy general's face changed slightly, but he quickly regained his composure.

He knew very well that since Ji Guang came to challenge him, he must be the best among the enemy troops. If he was provoked by his words, it would be exactly what he wanted.

So, he calmed himself down and shouted loudly:

"I am Zhang Dabiao, the deputy general of the Jinjiling garrison. Today I am here to learn from your skills!"

After saying that, Zhang Dabiao said no more. He stretched out his body, and the spear in his hand went straight for Ji Guang like a snake coming out of a cave.

Seeing this, Ji Guang curled up a faint smile. He was not intimidated by Zhang Dabiao's momentum, but became even more excited.

So, he also raised his spear without showing any weakness, moved his body slightly, and rushed forward like flowing clouds and water.

The two spears collided suddenly in the air, making a loud "clang" sound, and the air around them seemed to solidify.

When the spears of Ji Guang and Zhang Dabiao crossed each other, the collision of internal strength and skills was like a raging storm, surging in the air.

Then, the two shots separated and the two men switched directions.

After a while, Ji Guang, riding on a war horse, holding a spear and looking cold, continued to attack Zhang Dabiao.

The tip of the gun drew a brilliant arc in the air, with a sound of breaking through the air, and went straight to Zhang Dabiao's vital points.

Seeing this, Zhang Dabiao went forward without fear.

He was agile and moved around the battlefield like a dragon playing in the water. The spear in his hand turned into silver light and shadows, intertwining with Ji Guang's spear.

After several confrontations, Ji Guang took a deep breath, his eyes as sharp as torches, staring at Zhang Dabiao.

Although Zhang Dabiao looked a little pale, there was still an unyielding fire burning in his eyes.

Suddenly, Ji Guang moved and disappeared from the spot like a ghost.

His speed was so fast that everyone present was shocked.

Almost at the same time, Zhang Dabiao also reacted. He swung the spear in his hand suddenly, turning it into a silver streak, trying to block Ji Guang's attack route.

However, Ji Guang seemed to have seen through Zhang Dabiao's intentions long ago.

He turned his body in the air, cleverly avoiding the edge of the spear. At the same time, with the help of this force, he accelerated his body again and rushed towards Zhang Dabiao like an arrow.

Zhang Dabiao was horrified when he saw this. He tried his best to resist Ji Guang's attack, but it was too late.

Ji Guang's spear pierced through his armor like lightning and went straight into his chest.

Zhang Dabiao's body trembled slightly, a trace of unwillingness and despair flashed in his eyes, and then he slowly fell down.

Ji Guang stayed where he was riding his warhorse, looking at Zhang Dabiao's fallen figure, and a feeling of heroism surged in his heart.

Then, he pointed his gun at the tower and shouted:

"Who else?"