The God-Level Prodigal Son of the Tang Dynasty

Hou Junji looked at Yuengai Suwen, shook his head and said: Commander, after today's battle, it is impossible for us to continue to advance.

For today's plan, withdraw your troops.

The word withdraw troops made Yeon Gaesumun wonder what it felt like.

The battle that was already about to win, but only missed the mark, had undergone earth-shaking changes in one day.

His Goguryeo army went from advantage to imminent defeat in an instant.

Mr. Hou, that sky-blasting cannon... Yuan Gaisuwen wanted to struggle again.

Yeon Gaesumun was extremely unwilling to achieve such results and give up.

He hoped that Hou Junji could get the method of making the sky-blasting cannon.

If you can get it...

But Hou Junji, who never disappoints him, shook his head today.

Commander, the method of making the sky-blasting cannon is only in the hands of Zhao Chen.

He has a group of craftsmen in Chang'an, but no one knows where they are.

Even Emperor Li Shimin of the Tang Dynasty couldn't find out the specific production method.

Us? Hou Junji smiled bitterly and shook his head.

The camp fell into deathly silence again.

After hearing Hou Junji's helplessness, the generals completely lost confidence.

Many people shook their heads and sighed, and some were looking ahead blankly, not knowing what they were looking at.

Yeon Gaesumun was disappointed, but there was nothing he could do.

Everyone has worked hard, please go back and rest.

Withdraw the troops early tomorrow morning. Yeon Gaesumun waved his hand helplessly and gave the final order.

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The wind at night was blowing on his face. Zhao Chen was walking in the camp. When he saw Zhao Chen's Tang soldiers, their faces were full of respect and fear.

After saluting Zhao Chen, he left in a hurry.

Zhao Chen knew that they were also shocked by today's battle.

But at least they didn't look at themselves like a plague god.

Zhao Chen came to Li Jing's camp.

r\u003e Li Jing and Hongfu Nu were sitting and talking. Seeing Zhao Chen come in, Li Jing was slightly stunned.

However, Hongfu Nu immediately came over and pulled Zhao Chen to sit down with a smile.

Why are you here? It's already very late. Li Jing came back to his senses and asked Zhao Chen.

The reason why Li Jing was stunned just now was not because he was targeting Zhao Chen.

He just didn't expect that Zhao Chen would come to him at this time.

Today's battle, Li Jing told the truth, he was indeed shocked.

Tens of thousands of lives were lost in an instant.

Li Jing, a veteran, felt the cruelty of war for the first time.

It's not too late. I want to come over and discuss the next plan with my father-in-law. Zhao Chen said with a smile.

Although it is speculated that Yeon Gaesumun will withdraw his troops, he still needs to find someone to discuss the next move.

After all, Zhao Chen is now nominally the commander of the entire army.

Li Jing nodded, and the girl Hongfu handed Zhao Chen some tea.

Have a drink of tea. I haven't eaten all day today. Madam, go get some food for your uncle. Li Jing said to Hongfu Nu.

Hongfu Nu nodded and left the camp.

Only Zhao Chen and Li Jing were left in the camp.

Yeon Gaesumun's withdrawal is inevitable. What do you have in mind next? Li Jing asked Zhao Chen.

After today's battle, even though the morale of Yeon Gaesumun's army is low, their number is still several times that of ours.

Besides, Cangzhou City has been lost, and the morale of our army is not as good as expected.

I mean, don't pursue.

Just take back the lost land.

Yeon Gaesumun's withdrawal will definitely lead to Goguryeo, and Cangzhou City needs to be rebuilt. Zhao Chen said his thoughts.

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The current situation is that Yeon Gaesumun does not dare to move forward, and the soldiers of the Tang Dynasty cannot pursue Yeon Gaesumun.

Both parties need to realize that there is nothing they can do.

For the Tang Dynasty, after regaining its territory, it can slowly take care of Goguryeo.

I mean the same thing. I discussed with Military Advisor Xu today and found out that he also thinks the same way.

Boy Zhao, you have thought very carefully. Li Jing nodded and looked at Zhao Chen with satisfaction in his eyes.

Li Jing was previously worried that Zhao Chen would impulsively command the army to pursue Yuengai Suwen.

If that were the case, the Tang army would definitely suffer a disastrous defeat.

And Li Jing himself would stop Zhao Chen as soon as possible.

Of course, doing that would be very bad for Zhao Chen's reputation.

But now that Li Jing heard that Zhao Chen had the same idea as him, Li Jing was still very pleased.

There is a saying that goes well, don’t chase after poor enemies.

But now there is a problem. We need an experienced general to continue guarding the border.

After our Tang soldiers have rested for a while, we will go to Goguryeo to seek justice. Zhao Chen said the main purpose of his visit today.

Qin Qiong was originally the best candidate, but Qin Qiong died in the battle.

Cheng Yaojin is now in Chang'an. With him here, Zhao Chen is not worried about the situation in Chang'an.

Niu Jinda has retired and returned to his hometown, living in Zhao Chen's house.

After much calculation, Zhao Chen could not find anyone else who trusted the veteran.

Li Jing looked at Zhao Chen, and he understood Zhao Chen's dilemma.

It’s not that there are no veterans, but Zhao Chen doesn’t quite trust others.

Although Xu Shiji has a pretty good relationship with Zhao Chen.

But Xu Shiji's record this year was really ugly, and the emperor would not let him stay on the border anymore.

Therefore, the choice of guarding the border is a problem.

Xue Wanche, what do you think? Li Jing suddenly asked

Come up with a candidate.

When Zhao Chen and the emperor went to Jiangnan, they recruited Xue Wanche, Li Jiancheng's famous general.

Xue Wanche is very capable.

He was also a famous figure under Li Jiancheng.

Xue Wanche?

Not bad, I have met with him several times. Zhao Chen nodded.

In fact, I met Miss Xue more often than Xue Wanche.

He also recommended Xue Wanche back to Chang'an.

He should be considered one of his own.

Xue Wanche was also a famous general who could rival Cheng Yaojin and others under Prince Yin's command.

He is here to guard. You can either show kindness to him or stabilize the border. Li Jing and Zhao Chen said.

After learning that Zhao Chen was the emperor's eldest son, Li Jing could not help but worry about Zhao Chen.

He was unwilling to participate in the prince's struggle for power, but his daughters were all married to Zhao Chen.

How else could Li Jing clear up the relationship?

Li Jing even thought that the emperor knew Zhao Chen's identity a long time ago and instigated him to marry his daughter to Zhao Chen.

Was it intentional from the beginning?

It's just that the deal is now done, and it's impossible for Li Jing to escape.

Since he couldn't get away, he had to think about Zhao Chen.

I don't care about showing kindness or anything, as long as I am of the same mind as the people of the world. Zhao Chen nodded.

The red-flecked girl entered the camp carrying steaming meals.

After not eating for a day, Zhao Chen also felt hungry.

After talking to Hongfu Nu about the situation of Li Ruoshuang and his daughter, Zhao Chen left the camp after dinner.

It was already dark, and only patrol teams passed through the camp.

Apart from the burning sound of torches, there was no other sound.

Looking ahead from a distance, the camp of Yeon Gaesumun is still brightly lit.