Chapter 1014: Recapturing Hua Xiong
Chapter 1014: Recapturing Hua Xiong
September 25, 2017
Below Dingyang City, after receiving Jia Xu's order, Hua Xiong, realizing the hopeless situation, turned and fled with the Xi Liang Iron Horses.
Although Wang Ti's forces had launched several waves of arrows to block them, being cavalry themselves, they knew that as long as they weren't foolish, and the enemy wasn't fully prepared, infantry could never stop a cavalry retreat.
After enduring several volleys of arrows from Wang Ti's forces, Hua Xiong successfully led his Xi Liang Iron Horses out of the range of Wang Ti's arrow fire.
Having escaped the threat of Wang Ti's army, Hua Xiong didn't hesitate for a moment, nor did he intend to make any other moves. Under Jia Xu's arrangement, he directly led the Xi Liang Iron Horses towards the Capital Commandery.
With the overwhelming disparity in strength, from generals to commanders, and from soldiers to equipment, how could they possibly continue fighting? Even Jia Xu had given up, so at this moment, Hua Xiong could only obediently follow Jia Xu's plan and leave.
Although it felt humiliating to retreat after such an aggressive advance, in reality, even retreating was not an easy task for Hua Xiong at this moment.
Not long after Hua Xiong led the Xi Liang Iron Horses out of Wang Ti's army's range, his heart had just settled down, thinking he was safe.
However, at that moment, on their flank, another wave of arrows rained down upon them.
'Pfft' 'Pfft' 'Pfft'
This wave of arrows was far more fierce than the previous ones from Wang Ti's army, and although there were only a few thousand arrows, almost every three arrows took down a person. It was clear that each of them was an exceptional archer!
As the arrows rained down, Hua Xiong quickly identified the attackers—a cavalry regiment of several thousand, all dressed in black armor and holding bows, with sabers and crossbows at their waists. If it weren't for Hua Xiong's exceptional strength, it would have been difficult to spot them in the darkness.
Upon seeing the enemy cavalry, Hua Xiong's face paled in shock: "Damn, it's the Black Gale!"
Recognizing them? But what difference did it make now? The Black Gale showered wave after wave of arrows upon the Xi Liang cavalry without mercy.
If he could, Hua Xiong would have loved to charge with his Xi Liang Iron Horses and slaughter those bastards, but he knew this was the one thing he couldn't do at this moment.
One reason was that they couldn't catch up, and their current situation didn't allow for such a move.
Hua Xiong was not a patient man, but at this moment, he forced himself to endure.
"Everyone, disperse and run for your lives!"
Facing the Black Gale cavalry, they couldn't outrun or outfight them. This was their only option.
The Black Gale cavalry only numbered a few thousand, and dispersing meant complete abandonment of resistance. However, this method could ensure the survival of most of the Xi Liang cavalry.
But Hua Xiong had overestimated his command abilities. His previous success in leading the retreat was purely by luck.
As the commander, when he turned, the soldiers beside him naturally followed, and when they turned, the entire army followed suit.
Now, with Hua Xiong's complex order to disperse, his soldiers needed some time to react.
And Zhao Er had no intention of giving them that time, or more accurately, Xun You had no intention of letting him off.
From the beginning, Hua Xiong had been their prey in the trap. How could Xun You just watch as Hua Xiong and his men escaped?
At that moment, Zhao Er, following Xun You's instructions, had led the Iron Blood Cavalry out of Dong Zhuo's army camp and arrived at the designated position, right behind the Xi Liang Iron Horses.
As Hua Xiong ordered his troops to disperse, Zhao Er and the Iron Blood Cavalry charged into the midst of the Xi Liang Iron Horses.
With the Black Gale's arrows raining from the front and the Iron Blood Cavalry's surprise attack from the rear, the entire Xi Liang army was thrown into chaos.
Amidst the chaos, the Iron Blood Cavalry and the Black Gale began their slaughter, rampaging through the Xi Liang Iron Horses. One group attacked from the outside with relentless arrows, while the other charged in.
Due to the Iron Blood Cavalry's distinctive red armor, they were easily identifiable even in the darkness, and the Black Gale Legion had no fear of mistakenly attacking their own troops.
The two forces worked in perfect harmony, and together they routed the Xi Liang Iron Horses.
Witnessing this, Hua Xiong's eyes widened with fury.
"Fine, you don't want me to leave? Then I'll stay right here as you wish!"
As he spoke, Hua Xiong raised his long sword, preparing to clash with Lu Hai Kong and his bunch of bastards in a bloody battle.
However, just as he lifted his sword, a formidable warrior appeared before him, holding a massive axe upside down. The warrior exuded a terrifying aura as he charged towards Hua Xiong.
There were only three axe-wielders under Lu Hai Kong's command: Lu Hai Kong himself, Pan Feng, who was currently in the State of Youzhou, and Gao Lan. And it was Gao Lan, one of the Four Pillars of Hebei, who had arrived at this very moment!
Upon seeing his opponent, Hua Xiong's eyes grew solemn. Then, his expression changed again as he sensed another warrior approaching from behind.
The newcomer had red armor, red hair, and a red spear in hand—it could only be Zhao Er.
With Gao Lan in front and Zhao Er behind, Hua Xiong was in grave danger!
"I'll give you one chance. Surrender immediately and lay down your weapons!"
Gao Lan stood before Hua Xiong, offering not an axe strike but a cold-hearted plea for surrender.
However, Gao Lan's plea only served to ignite Hua Xiong's fury.
In the past, he had been captured by Lu Hai Kong once, and that capture had left a deep impact on him. Dong Zhuo had paid a heavy price to rescue him.
Even after returning to Chang'an, Dong Zhuo still treated him as before, but there were whispers behind his back.
The rumors were unpleasant, but they were also true, and Hua Xiong knew he was in the wrong. He had no choice but to endure this injustice, gritting his teeth and bearing the burden alone.
Hua Xiong had hoped that this battle would be his redemption, a chance to prove himself. If he performed well, he could hold his head high with pride. Unfortunately, they had lost this battle.
This defeat was already a significant blow to Hua Xiong, and now, with Gao Lan's mention of surrender, he was completely enraged.
Hua Xiong's eyes turned red, and he erupted like a furious cat.
"Surrender? Surrender my ass! I'd rather die in battle than surrender!"
As he spoke, Hua Xiong unleashed his fury, raising his broadsword and charging towards Gao Lan.
"So, you'd rather die than surrender? Well, I'll grant your wish!"
Gao Lan's eyes flashed with cold determination, and he swung his axe towards Hua Xiong.
The two warriors clashed, and Gao Lan's axe strike was none other than Lu Hai Kong's signature move, the Mountain-Cleaving Axe.
Hua Xiong's eyes were bloodshot, and his broadsword glowed with a crimson light as he clashed violently with Gao Lan.
The sword and axe met, and the two warriors retreated several meters, neither gaining the upper hand.
After the initial clash, both warriors were locked in a stalemate. Before Hua Xiong could break free, Zhao Er arrived and effortlessly disarmed him with his spear. With a graceful flourish, Zhao Er knocked Hua Xiong off his horse and captured him with a spear thrust to the neck.
No one said you could refuse to surrender. If you're meant to be captured, you'll be captured, no ifs or buts.
Even as Zhao Er held him by the neck, Hua Xiong attempted to grab Zhao Er's spear to end his own life. However, Zhao Er saw through his intentions and, with a swift swing of his spear, knocked Hua Xiong unconscious.
Once again, this formidable Xi Liang warrior had been captured by Lu Hai Kong's forces.
Gao Lan glanced at the captured Hua Xiong and nodded to Zhao Er. The two warriors then split up to deal with the remaining Xi Liang cavalry.
At almost the same moment that Zhao Er and his men captured Hua Xiong, on the other side, outside Dong Zhuo's camp, Jia Xu had just turned around after completing his tasks. He was about to leave when he suddenly froze in his tracks.
A woman in white had appeared beside him, and in that instant, Jia Xu dared not move a muscle...
(End of Chapter)
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