Full Speed Ahead!*
The sun had barely risen over the battle-scarred landscape, but Ye Luxia's army was already on the move. The previous night's victory had given them momentum, and Luxia was determined to press their advantage.
"General Jian, what's the enemy's status?" Luxia asked, astride his stallion.
"Scouts report the Nine Dragon War Lords regrouping at the Dragon's Spine Mountains, Your Highness," Jian replied, consulting a map. "They're gathering reinforcements."
Luxia's eyes narrowed. "We can't let them consolidate. Prepare the vanguard."
Jian nodded, dispatching messengers to mobilize the army.
As they marched, Luxia rode alongside his warriors, sharing stories of their victories and bolstering morale. His presence ignited a fire within them, and they marched with renewed purpose.
*The Cavalry Charge*
The Dragon's Spine Mountains loomed ahead, their rugged peaks shrouded in mist. Luxia's scouts reported the enemy's position: a fortified pass, guarded by Lord Li's archers and Lord Zhong's heavy infantry.
Luxia devised a plan.
"General Jian, take the left flank with the heavy cavalry. I'll lead the center with the elite guard. We'll break through the pass, then encircle their forces."
Jian saluted. "Your Highness, we'll crush them."
The army surged forward, Luxia at its forefront. The terrain funneled them into a narrow valley, where the enemy awaited.
"Charge!" Luxia shouted, drawing his sword.
The cavalry thundered forward, hooves pounding the earth. Luxia's elite guard followed, shields locked and swords raised.
Arrows rained down from Lord Li's archers, but Luxia's shield wall held. They pushed forward, relentless.
*Breaking Through*
Luxia clashed with Lord Zhong, their blades ringing out. The Dragon of the Center wielded his massive axe with precision, but Luxia dodged and countered.
The pass's defenses began to crumble. Lord Li's archers faltered, overwhelmed by Luxia's relentless assault.
As the sun reached its zenith, Luxia's army burst through the pass, pouring into the valley beyond.
The Nine Dragon War Lords regrouped, their forces scattered. Luxia's momentum had given him the upper hand.
"Full speed ahead!" Luxia shouted, his voice echoing through the valley. "We'll take their stronghold before nightfall!"
His warriors roared, charging forward with renewed fervor.
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