Journey to the West: Man in heaven, working nine to five

#2016 - Conquer Fengxian County

Guanyin, having received instructions from the Tathagata, personally went to the Kingdom of Tianzhu to request the king to send troops to suppress Fengxian County, quell the rebellion, and restore its rule.

"The Kingdom of Tianzhu must not have any unfavorable signs. Our Western Heaven will fully support you."

Guanyin explained to the king that the Western Heaven would fully support them.

"Although the Kingdom of Tianzhu has a large number of troops, there are few wars, so we are neglecting training. What should we do?"

The King of Tianzhu naturally knew the situation of the Tianzhu army. Although the Tianzhu army had a large number of soldiers, their military discipline was lax and their combat effectiveness was very average.

"No matter, I have my own way to solve it."

Guanyin seemed very confident and whispered a few words in the king's ear.

As the leader of Fengxian County, Shangguan Junhou immediately made arrangements, closing the city gates and strengthening defenses.

"Although the opponent has 100,000 troops, our Fengxian County has more than hundreds of thousands of soldiers and civilians combined. We are not afraid of them."

Shangguan Junhou was very confident. He felt that as long as the soldiers and civilians were united, resisting the army of the Tianzhu Kingdom would not be a problem.

"I'm afraid things are not that simple."

Chu Hao shook his head, feeling that Shangguan Junhou was too optimistic.

"Brother, what do you mean by this?"

"Boss, have you discovered something?"

"Immortal Chu Hao is thoughtful and thorough. His words must be correct."

Tang Seng, Sun Wukong, and others asked Chu Hao, but Chu Hao's words were just his own speculation, but it was not without basis.

"The Kingdom of Tianzhu is the foundation of the Western Heaven. They will definitely not sit idly by and watch the Kingdom of Tianzhu split and undergo major changes. Therefore, the Western Heaven must also be secretly playing tricks this time."

Chu Hao explained to everyone that in the current situation, the Western Heaven may not dare to blatantly send people to participate directly, but they will secretly support the Kingdom of Tianzhu.

"According to what the immortal said, will Fengxian County never have peace?"

Tang Seng couldn't help shaking his head. If the Western Heaven supported the Kingdom of Tianzhu, how could Fengxian County, merely a prefecture, compete with the Kingdom of Tianzhu in the long run?

"Not so. Now, the matter of Fengxian County has spread in all directions, arousing public outrage against the Western Heaven. What is lacking is just an opportunity."

The matter of Fengxian County spread, allowing people to recognize the evil face of the Western Heaven, especially those prefectures surrounding Fengxian County.

They are not far from Fengxian County and know the situation best. They can also empathize with the experiences of the people of Fengxian County.

Even when Fengxian County destroyed the Dharma, many nearby prefectures also destroyed the Dharma and rejected Buddhism, which shows that the people's faith has begun to waver.

It's just that they are still afraid of the power of the Kingdom of Tianzhu and dare not openly stand up to resist, nor have they been forced to the point where they have to resist by the Kingdom of Tianzhu.

However, the people of those prefectures have already formed a religious gap with the Kingdom of Tianzhu. The Kingdom of Tianzhu is controlled by Buddhism. How can the people whose faith has changed be willing to be governed by the Kingdom of Tianzhu?

Although it seems that only Fengxian County is openly resisting the Kingdom of Tianzhu, in fact, the situation in the Kingdom of Tianzhu has already begun to disintegrate in terms of faith.

"This opportunity lies in whether Fengxian County can defeat the Tianzhu Kingdom's punitive army."

Chu Hao continued, this victory or defeat can be said to be related to the survival of Fengxian County and the rise and fall of the Kingdom of Tianzhu.

If the Kingdom of Tianzhu wins, the people of Fengxian County will be regarded as rebels by them. How can they have a way to survive?

On the other hand, if Fengxian County wins, it will give hope to the other prefectures, and they will respond one after another. The situation in the Kingdom of Tianzhu will be out of control.

"The immortal truly has a pair of discerning eyes and can see the essence clearly."

Tang Seng and others, as well as Shangguan Junhou, admired and agreed with Chu Hao's analysis from the bottom of their hearts.

Of course, this battle is not easy for the people of Fengxian County. It is like a hurdle placed in front of them.

"I will definitely lead the people of the entire county to defeat the army of the Tianzhu Kingdom and seek a way out for Fengxian County."

Shangguan Junhou said as if swearing an oath. The rise and fall of Fengxian County will depend on this one action.

Three days later, Honghai led 100,000 troops from the Tianzhu Kingdom to the city of Fengxian County.

"Listen, you rebellious and unruly people of Fengxian County! Let that Shangguan traitor come out and speak!"

Honghai shouted under the city, wanting to talk to Shangguan Junhou.

"Honghai, you are recklessly killing people. Aren't you afraid that it will be intolerable by the heavens?"

Shangguan Junhou stood up and said righteously to Honghai.

"Shangguan traitor, you lead these unruly people to kill the court envoys and resist the Kingdom of Tianzhu. You really deserve to die.

Now I am leading the court army to conquer you. If you know what's good for you, surrender immediately. I can still show mercy to you.

Otherwise, when we break through the city, not a single unruly person in the city will be left alive. You will regret it then."

Honghai threatened Shangguan Junhou and the people, and he had already received instructions from the king and the court.

After capturing Fengxian County, massacre the city and leave no one alive, to deter rebellious acts against the Kingdom of Tianzhu.

"Honghai, we, the people of Fengxian County, are forced by the court and only want to seek a way out. Since you are so aggressive, we have no choice but to use weapons to protect ourselves."

Shangguan Junhou's words immediately aroused the support of the people and soldiers of Fengxian County.

"The Kingdom of Tianzhu is bullying people too much. We are not easy to bully either."

"If you have the ability, attack the city. Are we afraid of you?"

"We have hundreds of thousands of people. What can your 100,000 troops do?"

The people were filled with righteous indignation, each holding weapons with firm beliefs, and were ready for a bloody battle with the army of the Tianzhu Kingdom.

"Hmph, incorrigible! Attack the city for me!"

Honghai was speechless and could only draw his long saber, wave it, and order the 100,000 troops to start attacking the city.

The 100,000 troops carried siege ladders and equipment and began to rush towards the city of Fengxian County, with great momentum.

"Defend the city!"

The soldiers within Fengxian County cooperated. Seeing the enemy approaching, they fired tens of thousands of arrows, and rolling logs and thunderstones poured down like a rainstorm.

Although Fengxian County has a large population, most of them are civilians, and their combat effectiveness is actually not as good as that of the 100,000 troops of the Tianzhu Kingdom.

However, siege and defense are extremely advantageous for the defending side. It is by no means an easy task for the 100,000 troops to climb the city wall.

The war entered a stalemate, but in such a large-scale battle, countless people died almost every minute, and the bloody scene was shocking.

"Too cruel."

Tang Seng couldn't help shaking his head, but this was a necessary hurdle for the people of Fengxian County to seek a way out.