I Can Control My Ancestors-Chapter 163 - 61: Man Cannot Turn the Heavens; Gu Xi Dies and Han Falls (Part 3)

Chapter 163: Chapter 61: Man Cannot Turn the Heavens; Gu Xi Dies and Han Falls (Part 3)

But Gu Xi calmly reassured the generals.

"In the past, when disasters struck Kyushu, I could overcome even natural disasters, let alone human chaos?"

Gu Xi swept his gaze over the generals and said forcefully, "If we win this battle, the world will be at peace."

"At that time, you will be ministers who uphold the empire, and your descendants will enjoy wealth and glory."

With just a few simple words, he quickly reignited the fighting spirit of the soldiers.

This was Gu Xi’s mastery over people’s hearts.

Comparing natural disasters to human chaos, natural disasters are much more feared.

If the Grand Tutor can overcome natural disasters, how could human calamity defeat him?

The Grand Tutor has never been defeated.

Countless thoughts flashed through the minds of the soldiers.

In such a situation, Gu Xi’s towering prestige naturally calmed everyone’s hearts.

The entire Han Army quickly made its way towards Cyan Dragon Creek.

And along the way, they made a display of abandoning armor and fleeing.

Upon reaching Gu Kou, they immediately seized the high ground at the valley entrance, hid the troops in the forest, and guarded the entrance.

At the same time, they piled up dried grass within the valley.

Waiting for the enemy to arrive......

....

"Hahaha!"

"Although there are many rumors about the Grand Tutor, it seems now he is nothing special!"

"I can replace him!"

At this moment, Dong Zhuo was in high spirits, his face glowing with pride.

In his view, the current situation was already a victory over Gu Xi.

This was an achievement that no one else in the world could claim.

How could he not be proud?

Li Ru was also a bit smug at this moment, but compared to Dong Zhuo, he was much calmer and couldn’t help but advise, "Lord Ming, caution is needed."

"No harm." Dong Zhuo waved his large hand dismissively.

On horseback, he pointed at the armor on the ground below and laughed, "Wen You, look."

"So much armor, clearly the middle army’s morale has crumbled and has become a routed army."

"What is there to fear?"

"Such an opportunity is rare in a thousand years."

"If we don’t take this chance to eliminate the Grand Tutor, we will suffer endless troubles in the future."

Li Ru did not feel at ease in the slightest.

This battle seemed like a complete victory, but compared to the outcome he had envisioned, there were many discrepancies.

Such opportunities for ambushes are extremely rare.

No one could have guessed they would pass through Mengjin Pass.

Yet, even in such a situation, Gu Xi could stabilize the situation and lead the central army in retreat, which had already exceeded his expectations.

How could he feel relaxed?

It’s a pity that Li Ru’s military prowess wasn’t top-notch.

His talents lay more in political strategy and analyzing the situation and people’s hearts.

Jia Xu had gone with Niu Fu to attack the central army’s granary and was not present.

Although he sensed something was amiss,

he couldn’t quite figure it out.

And Dong Zhuo’s words were indeed a reminder to Li Ru.

If they couldn’t seize this opportunity, they were destined for endless troubles.

Thinking this, Li Ru nodded slightly and said in a low voice, "Lord Ming is right."

"In that case, we should pursue the Grand Tutor immediately."

"Good!" Dong Zhuo laughed loudly and immediately ordered the army to pursue.

...

Cyan Dragon Creek.

The valley path was narrow like a throat, with steep cliffs on both sides.

Li Ru observed the surrounding terrain, his expression growing increasingly grim.

Seeing Dong Zhuo truly intending to enter the valley directly, he hurriedly spoke up, "Lord Ming, this place is perilous; scouts should be sent ahead."

"Why is there a need for Wen You to be so cautious?"

Dong Zhuo scoffed, pointing to the chaotic footprints and hoofprints on the valley floor, "These prints clearly show they entered and did not retreat."

"And after such a defeat, how could Gu Xi have the strength to set an ambush?"

He dared to speak Gu Xi’s name directly now.

It showed just how high and proud Dong Zhuo was at this moment.

"Lord Ming." Li Ru was still worried, frowning, "Regardless, caution is warranted."

"Why not—"

Before he could finish, Dong Zhuo waved his hand firmly.

"No need for your words, Wen You; my mind already has a plan."

With that, Dong Zhuo disregarded everything else, waving his hand and leading the army straight into the canyon.

Such was his nature.

When he was full of ambition, he could not tolerate anything else.

Li Ru sighed slightly, seeing that he couldn’t persuade Dong Zhuo, and could only ride alongside.

The army entered in single file.

The sound of hooves and footsteps echoed in the valley, creating reverberations.

Dong Zhuo kept his eyes fixed on the path ahead.

As if imagining himself catching up to the Han Army at any moment and capturing Gu Xi.

Of course, he wouldn’t personally kill Gu Xi.

But in battle...

Is there no death?

Dong Zhuo had anticipated everything.

Thinking this, the expression of ambition on Dong Zhuo’s face grew even more intense.

But in the next moment.

—Suddenly, the sound of a golden bell rang abruptly from the cliff tops.

This unexpected change caused everyone to be slightly startled.

Dong Zhuo abruptly pulled on the reins, only to see cold glimmers appear between the sheer cliffs on both sides—not the reflection of autumn sunshine, but the chilling gleam of countless crossbows being drawn.

"An ambush!" Dong Zhuo’s expression changed dramatically, shouting like thunder, "Retreat! Retreat quickly!"

Although he reacted extremely quickly.

But in such a narrow terrain, everything was already fated!

Han Army banners suddenly appeared atop the cliffs, and Gu Xi, looking at the countless rebels within the valley, boomed in a voice like a great bell, "Release the arrows!"

In an instant, logs soaked in oil poured down, and a rain of arrows blotted out the sky like locusts.

It was now autumn, and the ground within the canyon was covered with dry leaves.

The fire ignited almost instantly.

The burning wood ignited the dry grass, turning the valley floor into an inferno.

The frantic neighing of warhorses echoed throughout the canyon.

The entire army within the valley was immediately thrown into chaos.

Seeing no retreat, Dong Zhuo could only ride forward.

Li Ru and a group of loyal guards followed at his sides, shielding him from the rain of arrows.

But what good could it do?