Chapter Sixteen: The Vanguard of Opening Up the Road

  Gao Xianzhi's words hit the nail on the head, and Bian Lingcheng and others nodded in agreement.

  They could see that Li Changguo was not bragging, but was confident and not speaking nonsense. To know, this plan had been brewing for many years, it was the essence of Gao Xianzhi's heart and soul, every detail had been carefully considered and repeatedly deliberated, not daring to say that it was 90% certain, but it was not far from that either.

  It's such a sure thing, but Li Changguo said there was a problem. Moreover, according to Li Changguo, this problem is not in one place, but in two places, who can't be surprised?

  Since Li Changguo was confident, how did he know? This is where Bian Lengcheng and others were surprised, with wide eyes staring at Li Changguo, eagerly waiting for his answer.

  "Bang! Bang!"

  However, unexpectedly, Li Changguo did not answer, but instead raised his right hand and slapped his thigh twice, producing two crisp sounds.

  "You..."

  Everyone was shocked beyond words that Li Changguo would do such a thing, and it wasn't until he almost popped his eyeballs out of their sockets that Cheng's mouth finally dropped open wide enough to fit a washbasin.

  There were not a few people who, like him, were puzzled, amazed and astonished. A glance around showed that everyone was the same, including Gao Xianzhi.

  First, this is too rude. When facing a great figure like Gao Xianzhi, there should be basic etiquette. Clapping one's thigh in front of him is extremely impolite. Second, this is too disrespectful to military orders. During discussions of military strategy, one must be serious and solemn. Clapping one's thigh is a frivolous act, treating military orders as child's play.

  Gao Xianzhi's face suddenly turned ugly, with a fierce glow in his eyes, as if he would erupt at any moment.

  Bian Lingcheng's face was slightly distorted, and a storm was approaching.

  Li Siye saw that things were not going well, so he touched Li Changguo, his eyes flashed, and the corner of his mouth twitched towards him, meaning to ask Li Changguo to confess quickly.

  He thought this was good for Li Changguo, but what he didn't expect was that Li Changguo seemed to ignore the unfriendly faces of Gao Xianzhi and others, speaking in a calm tone: "I walked with my own two legs!"

  "Brush!"

  Gao Xianzhi, Bian Lingcheng, Duan Xiushi, and Li Siye seemed to have springs under their buttocks as they jumped up in unison, their eyes wide open like bronze bells, staring fixedly at Li Changguo, as if he were a magnet and they were iron blocks.

  "Are you alright?" Gao Xianzhi's eyes were wide with fear, his breathing was rapid, and his chest heaved up and down like turbulent waves.

  "Really gone?" Bian Lingcheng's voice was shrill and high-pitched, piercing to the ear, even more unpleasant than the night owl's sound. His face flushed with excitement.

  Duan Xiushi and Li Siye, which one of them is not anxious?

  Among the numerous lofty and precipitous mountains of Congling, there are thousands of rivers and mountains. Marching in such a place is extremely difficult, and it can be imagined how hard it is to overcome these difficulties. In the face of so many difficulties, what is most important?

  The most important thing is not a stable military mind, high morale, fierce fighting spirit, and clever command, but a wise guide!

  Marching in the Onion Mountains, the army advances through thousands of waters and mountains. One misstep, if there is a problem with the route, the consequences are unimaginable. As the saying goes, "Looking at the mountain, running to death", in the Onion Mountains, without a good guide, this problem will not only arise but also occur many times, which will seriously delay military action.

  It can be said that a good guide is better than tens of thousands of troops!

  Li Changguo himself walked through and was familiar with the road to Congling, what could be more exciting for Gao Xianzhi, Bian Licheng, Duan Xiushi and others?

  It's impossible now!

  At this moment, if they had to choose between Li Changguo and the 100,000 elite troops, they would definitely choose Li Changguo!

  And still unhesitatingly choose Li Changguo!

  "A thousand truths and ten thousand certainties!"

  Li Changguo's tone was not high, but it made people dare not doubt.

  "Haha!"

  A burst of thunderous laughter erupted, with Gao Xianzhi, Bian Liancheng, Duan Xiushi, Li Sili and many other generals, each looking up at the sky, laughing so heartily that it was no less than winning a great victory.

  Li Changguo was originally brave and fierce, even Li Xigu, the first general of Anxi Duhu Fu, couldn't compare to him. Unexpectedly, he had also passed through Congling and was familiar with its paths, solving the most difficult problem in this campaign. This battle will surely be won!

  Although this battle has not been fought yet, it seems that everyone has already grasped the fruit of victory in their hands!

  "Li Changguo, Li Changguo, this little spark of yours is actually a treasure trove that can't be dug out!" Gao Xianzhi laughed heartily and was overjoyed, pointing at Li Changguo with a happy smile.

  "Yes! Yes! I've been to Anxi Du's place many times, but this is the first time I've encountered such a huge treasure!" Bian Lingcheng laughed like a duck quacking, his face filled with an indescribably joyful smile.

  "Brother, you scared me to death!" Li Siye laughed particularly brightly, wiping the sweat from his forehead.

  This sweat is worrying about Li Changguo, and it's really because of Li Changguo's behavior that is too rude, too reckless, and too easy to make people angry. He is worried that Gao Xianzhi will be enraged and punish Li Changguo for his crime.

  Li Changguo saw it with his own eyes and felt grateful in his heart. Li Siye was true to his nature, generous and open-minded, a rare friend who could be trusted with one's back.

  "Li Huo Chang, why have you entered Congling?" This was the first time Gao Xianzhi had addressed Li Changguo as Huo Chang, because in his mind, Li Changguo's status had suddenly and drastically risen.

  Li Changguo brought many surprises to Gao Xianzhi, it can be said that the surprises were continuous. First, he won a good battle with fewer people. Immediately after, he discovered that Li Changguo was incredibly powerful and almost broke his precious bow. When Li Changguo dueled with Li Siye, he unexpectedly gained the upper hand, Gao Xianzhi was surprised to find that Li Changguo was actually an invaluable fierce general.

  However, these are fundamentally incomparable with Li Changguo's familiar paths.

  At this point, Li Changguo's position in Gao Xianzhi's mind has surpassed everyone present and is the most important person!

  "I came from Liaodong to Xiyu to join the army, and on the way I made a living by hunting. I accidentally entered Congling." Li Changguo couldn't say that he crossed over and was already in Congling, so he could only tell a small lie.

  "Are you lost or did you come to survey the terrain?" Bian Lingcheng's eyes sparkled with cleverness as he smiled and made a guess.

  Everyone agreed with this statement. Who would have thought that someone as clever as Li Changguo would mistakenly enter the Onion Mountains? He must be a deliberate person who went to investigate the terrain beforehand.

  Li Changguo smiled and did not make any excuses, which made everyone even more convinced that what they thought was true.

  "Li Huo Chang, tell me, where did I go wrong in those two places?" Gao Xianzhi also had such thoughts and finally eliminated the last bit of doubt, humbly asking for advice.

  "Reported to the deputy commander, it can't be said to be a mistake, just need to take a detour, and walk for another ten days or half a month." Li Changguo smiled humbly.

  "Ten days and a half month?" Gao Xianzhi's face was filled with shame, cold sweat broke out on his forehead, and he sighed: "Military affairs are like fire, walking ten more days and a half month is no different from leaking the sky, shameful! Shameful!"

  The situation on the battlefield changes rapidly, and opportunities are lost in an instant. Even a moment's delay is crucial, and taking ten days or half a month more would have severe consequences, no different from missing the opportunity altogether.

  "Li Huo Chang, I order you to lead the vanguard and open the way for me! Take the scouts and advance first!" Gao Xianzhi's eyes narrowed as he gave the command, his voice loud and clear.

  "Yes, sir!"

  Who else but Li Changguo can take on this pioneering role? Li Changguo took the order without hesitation.