Chapter 530
Chapter 530 Surprise Attack
"According to Sheng Dan, we are currently about twenty miles away from Bayanhot. A fast horse could reach it within an hour. Up ahead, the Turkic Left Prince Batur and the National Tutor Lu Dongzan are fully committed to attacking the Helan Mountain Gorge. They launched their first round of heavy assaults on the entrance of the gorge yesterday. Our forces held them off for a day, thanks to the natural fortifications. The Turks suffered heavy losses. As a result, they are currently mobilizing a large number of reinforcements, including warhorses and supplies, through Bayanhot to sustain their frontline," Hu Bugui's voice was tinged with excitement and agitation. Indeed, this was the first news they had received about the Helan Mountain Gorge after being separated from the main army for nearly five days. From the Turks’ heavy mobilization, it was evident that the war was not going well for them. Miss Xu was keeping her promise through her actions.
"Good, we finally have news from Helan Mountain," Lin Wanrong let out a slight sigh. "Since the Turks have suffered heavy losses, our side must also have sustained considerable damage. Advisor Xu must be under a lot of pressure."
Hu Bugui nodded gravely, "Indeed, that's the case. Fortunately, we're already close to Bayanhot and can act at any time."
Lin Wanrong gave a nod, "Brother Hu, did Sheng Dan mention how many Turks are currently stationed at Bayanhot?"
"Of course he did," Hu Bugui replied. "In their quest to take Helan Mountain Gorge, the Turks have mobilized three hundred thousand elite cavalry, practically depleting their manpower. Only a little over three thousand remain at Bayanhot. Including small contingents that have arrived with supplies, the total number won't exceed five thousand."
On the open plains, although their eight thousand soldiers had numerical superiority over the five thousand Turkic warriors, the Turks were formidable fighters. The battle would not be easy. Fortunately, they had the element of surprise on their side.
"Who leads the Turks stationed at Bayanhot?" Lin Wanrong further inquired.
"He is another fierce general under Batur, named Labuli. I encountered him on the battlefield ten years ago. He excels in wielding a wolf-headed iron mace, has a menacing appearance, and is extraordinarily strong. He is highly esteemed among the Turkic cavalry, even once cutting down hundreds of our soldiers in a single night. He was subsequently titled 'Hundred Man Slayer' by the Khan."