With the battlefield plunged into chaos and the relentless assault of the Yellow Turbans showing no signs of abating, the fate of the allied forces hung in the balance.
Zhang Jiao, sensing the defeat of his brother Zhang Bao, sneered with sinister resolve, "How can such as you hope to stand against me!"
In a display of teleportation mastery, Zhang Jiao vanished from the mountaintop and reappeared southeast of the castle's south gate, precisely at the East Gate where Liu Bei's forces had been stationed earlier. The news of his movement quickly reached the ears of Xiahou Dun and Liu Bei, prompting them to swiftly descend from the mountain to counter this new threat.
The morale boost gained from Zhang Bao's defeat had given Sun Jian precious time to rally his forces and hold off the relentless assault led by Zhuge Liang. Cao Cao's forces, arriving at the heart of the castle, were faced with the grim reality that the Yellow Turbans had already broken through the defenses, increasing the urgency to repel the invaders.
Within minutes of their descent, Xiahou Dun found himself face to face with Zhang Jiao at the base of the hill. Zhang Jiao, a master of staff combat, skillfully blocked Xiahou Dun's initial assault, his defense impenetrable. Realizing that conventional attacks would not suffice, Xiahou Dun swiftly adapted his strategy, unleashing a flurry of charged strikes. With a turning horizontal swing to the right, he caught Zhang Jiao off guard, causing him to stagger momentarily.
Seizing the opportunity, Xiahou Dun activated his Musou attack. His Kirin Sword danced through the air in a rapid succession of alternating upward sword swipes, launching Zhang Jiao into the air, trapped within a devastating chain combo. The onslaught reached its climax with one final turning slash, sending Zhang Jiao hurtling back down the hill, critically injured, and gasping for breath.
Yet, driven by his twisted resolve, Zhang Jiao rose once more, upholding his staff in front of him. Anger flared in his eyes as he gritted his teeth and spoke with determination, "When all else fails, attack!" And with those words, he vanished once more, leaving Xiahou Dun momentarily bewildered by his opponent's elusive tactics.
Moments later, Zhang Jiao reappeared at his own main camp, a wicked grin spreading across his face. He swiftly rallied his remaining forces, summoning reinforcements to launch a renewed assault from the south, targeting the castle with unwavering ferocity. The arrival of the Yellow Turban reinforcements added a new layer of urgency to the already dire situation.
As if matters weren't complicated enough, Zhang Liang, one of Zhang Jiao's most formidable generals, stepped forward to the banks of the nearby river.
With a commanding voice that resonated across the battlefield, he bellowed, "Behold! Haaaaaaaa!"
A surge of magical energy pulsed through the air as Zhang Liang unleashed his power, freezing the river solid. In a stunning display, hundreds of Yellow Turbans surged across the frozen expanse, their determination unwavering as they raced towards the castle. The allied forces now faced a two-pronged assault, with the castle walls under siege and the river acting as a conduit for the enemy's relentless advance.
As Zhang Jiao and Zhang Liang's rally infused the Yellow Turbans with renewed vigor and determination, the allied forces found themselves facing an onslaught like never before. Sun Jian's unit teetered on the edge of collapse, overrun by the overwhelming assault of Zhang Liang's armies. The sub-generals, once stalwart and resolute, were now routed, and the enemy's relentless advance seemed unstoppable.
Seeing the desperate situation, Liu Bei made a swift decision. He commanded his forces to move north to engage the Yellow Turbans there, hoping to divert some of the pressure from Sun Jian's unit. Liu Bei and his generals fought valiantly, clashing with the enemy in an epic struggle for control of the battlefield.
Meanwhile, Xiahou Dun raced to the South Gate, his Kirin Fang cleaving through any Yellow Turban soldier that dared cross his path. He confronted the enemy officers stationed at the gate, facing them with fierce determination and unyielding skill. Blow after blow, he defeated them one by one, leaving a trail of fallen enemies in his wake.
Once the South Gate was secure, Xiahou Dun returned to the castle, only to find his allies struggling against the overwhelming waves of Yellow Turban reinforcements. Unwavering in his resolve, he focused on eliminating as many Yellow Turbans as possible, his K.O count steadily rising past 100. His relentless efforts boosted the morale of the Allied forces, filling them with a renewed sense of hope.
Impressed by Xiahou Dun's contributions, Grand Commander He Jin complimented the warrior, "You are a better general than I have heard."
Amidst the Allied forces' pushback against the Yellow Turbans within the castle, Cao Cao's forces joined the fray, mounting a fierce counterattack. However, it was too late to save Sun Jian, whose forces had been obliterated by the relentless assault of Zhang Liang's armies. Additional Yellow Turbans broke through the weakened West Gate, further complicating the already dire situation.
Determined to turn the tide, Xiahou Dun surged forward towards the West Gate. Zhang Liang, overconfident in his abilities, found himself at the forefront of the attacking Yellow Turbans, presenting an opportunity for Xiahou Dun to exploit. The general's unyielding resolve and cunning strategy allowed him to pass through the enemy soldiers, reaching Zhang Liang in the heart of the chaos.
With a barrage of relentless attacks, Xiahou Dun engaged Zhang Liang in a one-on-one showdown. The clash of their weapons resounded through the air, and the ground shook with their power. Despite Zhang Liang's magical prowess, Xiahou Dun's mastery of the Kirin Fang proved to be an overwhelming force. With each swing of his weapon, Xiahou Dun pressed forward, driving the enemy general back.
Zhang Liang's overconfidence turned to desperation as he found himself on the defensive, struggling to withstand Xiahou Dun's unrelenting assault. In a decisive moment, Xiahou Dun landed a powerful strike that sent Zhang Liang reeling. With a final, swift motion, Xiahou Dun defeated Zhang Liang, his Kirin Fang cleaving through the enemy's defense.
With the defeat of Zhang Liang, Xiahou Dun's voice echoed across the battlefield, resonating with a mix of triumph and retribution. "I defeated an officer!" he proclaimed, his words carrying the weight of his accomplishments. The rallying cry invigorated the Allied forces, boosting their morale and renewing their determination to crush the Yellow Turban rebellion once and for all.
As the news of Zhang Liang's fall spread, it rippled through the Yellow Turban ranks, sowing seeds of doubt and despair. The once-unstoppable force began to crumble, their unity shattered by the loss of their esteemed general. Sensing the shifting tides, the Allied forces pressed their advantage, striking with precision and unwavering resolve.
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