Jennifer Williams
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Two days later, in the northern territory of Tubo, nestled within a valley, Bayegu Zhang briskly entered a tent. He complained about the harsh Tubo weather, remarking on the unseasonable cold even before autumn had arrived. Seeking warmth, he approached the tent’s fire pit and poured himself a cup of butter tea. After taking a sip, he finally felt a bit more comfortable. Looking around at the gathered individuals, he chuckled and inquired, “Is everyone present? What’s the current topic of…-
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In the city of Lhasa, the capital of Tubo, inside the royal palace, Songtsan Gampo stared at the battle report in his hand, struggling to comprehend the situation for a long time. A mix of shock, fear, and relief flickered across his face like passing shadows. “My father-in-law has been defeated…” Songtsan Gampo’s expression twisted with anger. Just a few days ago, he had allied with over ten tribes. At that time, his spirits were high! The 150,000 troops stationed outside Song Zhou were Songtsan…
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As the messenger made his way through the streets, it coincided with the time when various districts and markets of Changan were starting their day. Even those Changan residents still in bed at this hour were awakened by the growing noise. The herald shouted as he sprinted through the markets, but his horse’s speed didn’t falter. He seemed to pass like a fleeting silhouette. Only a few individuals in each market could fully grasp the swift report. For the peaceful citizens of Changan, this remarkable…
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After the major battle, the first step naturally involved assessing the casualties and tallying the gains of the battle. Su Li’s charge drew most of the Tubo front army’s attention during this engagement. The subsequent Tang forces that followed didn’t incur significant casualties. Amidst the combat, fewer than three hundred Tang soldiers were killed or injured. Just over a hundred perished, while the vast majority sustained minor injuries, with very few in critical condition. Considering the scale…
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The delighted neighing of the white dragon resonated throughout the battlefield. As Su Li descended, the white dragon had already positioned itself beneath him. Man and beast once again merged and moved towards Lu Dongzan’s location. At this point, no one blocked Su Li’s path. The soldiers of the central army had witnessed Su Li’s charge through the Tubo front army. These soldiers, seasoned by years of warfare, could see how Su Li had completely devastated the 50,000-strong front army, leading to…
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Tubo’s impressive appearance was not the work of ordinary civilians. Lu Dongzan aided Songtsan Gampo for over a decade, leading his troops in major battles and giving him unparalleled insight into the sheer power needed to defeat such formidable foes. Even the act of dismembering human bones was an arduous task for most. On the other hand, Su Li effortlessly sliced through enemies like paper with a single swing of his weapon. With this exceptional and fearsome general at the helm, any opponent would…
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The contrast between White Dragon and the other warhorses was staggering. White Dragon’s presence alone threw the forefront of the Tubo forces into complete chaos while the main body of the Tang army approached at a slower pace. During the distant battle, the Tang forces engaged fiercely with the Tubo vanguard, struggling due to fatigue. Though they initially held superior strength, the Tubo forces held them back, resulting in a fierce back-and-forth clash. Su Li’s brow furrowed as he shifted his…
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The gates of Song Zhou City swung open slowly. The garrison troops inside the city marched out in an orderly formation. Su Li didn’t waste any time on elaborate tactics in this critical moment. Unnecessary commands would only delay them. Witnessing his comrades and fellow clansmen being mercilessly slaughtered fueled Su Li’s desire for action with his giant halberd, eager to unleash his anger by shedding the blood of the Tubo people. From a distance, Lu Dongzan, leading the Tubo central army, observed…
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With a touch of pride, Lu Dongzan had hoped to confront renowned Tang generals. Yet, considering the stakes for Tubo, he wished for an inexperienced opponent. The possibility of facing a newly appointed son-in-law leading troops for the first time would have seemed ludicrous to him. What a missed opportunity. After composing himself, Lu Dongzan formulated a strategy. Regardless of the circumstances, the Tang army rushed to Song Zhou urgently. After such a rapid, long-distance expedition, the Tang soldiers…
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After five days, Su Li’s army entered Song Zhou City. Su Li issued military orders from the governor’s mansion, where the injured governor, Zhang Jiuhe, lay. Zhang Jiuhe was reluctant, but Su Li demanded control. Despite Lu Dongzan’s report, Zhang Jiuhe felt the situation wasn’t dangerous. Tubo’s mobilization might be for a marriage alliance. Tubo wouldn’t risk attacking the Tang dynasty. Until this point, Zhang Jiuhe had unwavering confidence in this assessment. Consequently, when Su Li…
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