By:robster38
Fight against an army of 200,000 right here in Han Fort?
Including the Shilla alliens, we have 50,000 men.
At Ansi Fort, we once defeated an army of one million with only 100,000 men.
This is not the same!
Han Fort is not an impenetrable fort like Ansi Fort. We will be crushed if we fight the Tang army here.
But there is no other option. All we can do is defend the fort. (Dae Jungsang)
Shilla will not be part of this reckless battle. (Kim Chan:Shilla general)
We cannot go down trying to save Goguryeo.
Unless you can convince me that this battle can be won, I`m taking my troops back to Seorabol.
That is all.
Wait,general! General Kin Chan!
We are certain to be defeated without Shilla`s aid! What are we to do?
General Kim Chan is right.
We need to come up with some kind of plan. Some kind of plan....
We`ve been pondering for hours to no avail.
What about fighting the battle from outside the fort?
From outside the fort?
This is an impossible fight even from inside the fort.
Why would you even consider when you know that as well as I do?
Why would you hesitate in fear of a disordely mob of 50,000?
I will capture Han Fort in a single strick so just watch!
Han Fort is being protected by the Goguryeoans.
It will be a mistake to underestimate them. (Xue Rengui)
We need a meticulois strategy.
We will find ourselves in deep waters trying to defeat them with sheer numbers alone.
I am in command of this battle (Li Wen)
You can stay out of it, general.
You!
Watch your tongue, General Li Wen!
How dare you tell the protectorate-general to stay out of it?
General Xue is responsible for this mess we`re in.
What?
We are here because you failed to eradicate the remnants of Goguryeo!
How dare you!
Another insulting remark against General Xue, and you will deal with me!
Silence!
How dare you threaten me!
Settle down gentlemen.
We`re here to bring our thoughts together before the expedition.
Fine, we will forgo the fancy strategy and proceed with a blunt frontal attack.
What can we do to help?
We will be taking all the military supplies from here in Pyongyang fort, I want you to take care of the supplies.
Supplies?
And I want General Li Kaigu to lead the advance guards.
Revive the victory of Liaodong.
The say you`re good so show me what you`ve got.
Well then, if you`ll excuse me...
why would you put Li Kaigu in command of the advance guards?
So I heard that he swept through Liaodong, Cocky little barbarian bastard....
Once he is defeated by the Goguryeoans, then I will step to the fore.
I will wipe out the Goguryeoans and drive Xue Rengui and Li Kaigu out of Andong Protectorate!
His audacity knows no bounds!
He`s openly patronizing you, general!
If Li Wen succeds in destroying the new Goguryeo, the protectorate`s prominence and your reputation will plummet.
That`s right, general.
You cannot let Li Wen run wild like this.
But we can`t root for the enemy either
-General Li. -Yes, sir.
You must never let Li Wen outshine you on this expedition!
And you must kill Dae Jungsan and Dae Joyoung with your own hands.
The protectorate`s prominence is at stake.
-You understand? -I understand, general.
That little twit Li Wen...
I wish I could beat the living daylights out of him!
He is a child that doesn`t know enough to fear the beast!
Did you wish to see me, Khan?
Is it true that my daughter Chulin is in Han Fort?
Is it true that she`s betrayed me and her tribe and now she is helping Goguryeo?
My daughter will never do this. There`s got to be a logical explanation. (Li Jinzhong)
Speak. Why is Chulin helping Goguryeo?
I don`t know, Khan.
No, you`re lying. Answe my question!
Please Khan... Kill me instead. (Li Kaigu)
I am to blame for all this
Whatever the reason, she cannot stay where she is.
She must be brought back at once!
There is nothing you can tell her to convince her to come back.
We will soon launch a massive attack on Han Fort. (Sun Wanzong)
Are you going to let Chulin die?
How did this come to be?
Please grant me some time,Khan. I promise you I will bring Chulin back.
I will go to Han Fort myself!
And I will bring Chulin back even if it kills me!
Khan I advise you to send a letter first.
Sir Shin,
You have an important battle ahead of you. I will deal with this.
so please just concentrate on the fight.
Khan, would you write me a letter?
You shouldn`t have done this. I know Chulin.
She will never change her mind.
She may be force to draw their swrods on her own father on the battlefield. Chulin could have a change of heart.
If we can bring Lafy Chulin back, we will win this war without fail.
What do you mean by that?
This is not going to be an easy fight by any means because Li Wen`s arrogance has exceded tolerable limits...
Besides, our opponent is none other than Dae Joyoung. Nuimerical advantage can adversely breed dangerous overconfidence.
Something is going on in Han Fort right now.
They are busily preparing for us.
But we don`t have a clue as to what they are trying to do. Dae Joyoung is certain to have an ingenious plan to defeat us.
And Lady Chulin is certain to know that plan.
You would extract information from Chulin?
Just trust me with this and I will take care of it.
(Han Fort)
You are working so hard...
This is nothing.
I must have a beggar sitting in my stomach I feel hungry all the time. Thank You.
I heard Li Kaigu is leading the enemy advance guards.
Yeah, I heard that too.
What? Li Kaigu?
-Are you talking about that Khitan bastard? -Yes, General.
They are putting the Khitan army in the front like they did in Liaodong.
good.
We`ll wipe out the entire Khitan tribe this time.
(Chulin:Khitan Khan daughter)
What`s wrong? Are you alright?
I`m fine. I just feel a little nauseous.
You look pale. You need to rest.
It must be something I ate this morning.
-But I`ll be fine. -No.
-You`re going to have to handle this alone. -Yes, Your Grace.
This tea should settle your stomach.
Thank you.
Perhaps you should stay away from Han Fort for a while.
You can come back when the fighting stops and the Khitans are gone. (Lady Sukyoung:King Bojan`s niece)
What do you think?
You look distraught so I speak to you as a friend
Thank you, but I`m going to stay right here.
I see... I shouldn`t have mentioned it.
No, I know that you spoke out of sincer concern for me.
I knew this day could come and I would have to face my tribe when I first came here with General Dae.
I feel better now.
I should get back to work.
Why the big sigh?
Still can`t find an answer?
-How do you feel? -Better
This is Mt. Baekbing.
The ravine is long and steep, so it`s perfect for an ambush,
but it`s too far away from Han Fort.
If we can lure the Tang army into the ravime, we might have a chance, but...
Let`s go to Mt.Baekbing right now. We might get an Idea
If we see the ravine for ourselves.
You might have to draw your sword on your own family.
I will go with my brothers. I don`t want you to take any part in this battle.
-I`m coming with you. -Don`t push yourself.
-I don`t want you to... -I`ll go fetch the horses.
We have to hurry if we`re going to get there before dark.
Chu....
This ravine is treacherous.
It`s a death trap once you set foot into it. If we set up an ambush here and lure them in, we can easily defeat them.
But unless they`re all very stupid,
luring them all the way here so far from Han Fort is going to be very difficult.
That depends on the bait.
The bait?
I heard Li Wen is commanding this expedition. If I show up in front of him,
he will come after me with bloodthirty eyes.
Yes, you`re right.
And if Li Kaigu is leading the advance guards,
they`re sure to come after you with relentless determination.
But it`s too dangerous. What if something goes wrong?
Whether we live or die depends on our skills and ability.
So be prepared for anything.
The element of surprise will be the key to this operation.
There can be no leakage of information.
Only the top commanders will be let in on, so you don`t have to worry.
-Lure the enemy to Mt.Baekbing? -Yes, father.
Even if you succeed in luring them into the ravine, you will be trapped as well.
You can die along with the enemy.
We found a narrow path tha lead out of the ravine. If we time the attack after we get out, we can minimize casualties on our side.
It`s an excellent idea.
if you lure the enemy into the ravine,
my Shilla army will ambush them from the rear.
Fine, but you must promise one thing that you will not attack
untill my men are safe out of the ravine. If you attack prematurely the Goguryeoan army can also be wiped out.
Don`t worry. We are allies.
We would never harm the friendlies.
Does Chulin know about this stategy
Why do you ask, Father?
The Khitans are leading the Tang army on this attack against us.
It`s true Chulin`s been helping us but this is the fist time she will be face to face with her own.
Chulin will never betray us.
You could be wrong.
She may not show it, but her heart is torn.
It`s not hat I don`t trust Chulin.
The fate of the state is at stake.
The fate of the state is at stake so we must take every percaution.
I understand where you`re coming from, Father. But you can trust Chulin as much as you trust me.
Please don`t worry, father.
General!
General, a report from our informants, sir.
Tang army of 200,000 has just left Pyongyang Fort!
What?
The war has begun at last...
This is the last bundle we have left. Would you like to buy it?
What are you doing here?
We`ve come to take you back, my lady.
You`ve wasted your time,Go back.
Give her the letter.
It`s a letter from the Khan
I can`t take that.
Khan is coming to this military expedition himself.
The Tang army will soon storm into Han Fort sweeping up the surrounding fort one by one the way.
You have to make a decision before they reach Han Fort.
We will await your decision.
You can find us at the inn.
My dearest Chulin,
You have never once disapointed me since the day you were born.
You are my daugther,
The future of Khitan tribe.
Children may forsake thier parents, but parents can never fosake their children.
Twist of fate has made us enemies, but how could I possibly draw my sword on my own daughter.
Come back to me, Chulin.
This is not the Khan`s order it`s a father`s plea. I so desperately long for my daughter.
If you can feel my pain, please come back.
Father, please forgive me...
(Chang`an Palace, Tang China)
Li Wen has already subjugated several cities north of Han Fort.
He is in roaring spirits carrying out your imperial command.
It will be a matter of time before Han Fort is conquered.
He is indeed your nephew, General Li Jinh (Li Zhi:Emperor of Tang)
You`re too kind, Your Majesty.
Your Majesty, I am not concerned about the allied forces of Shilla and Goguryeo in Han Fort.
but I am concerned about Liaodong
Liaodong?
Anti-Tang resistance force is very strong in Liaodong.
We are dealing with minor unrests everyday in the region.
I`m told there is an unsurge of anti-Tang activities since the redirection of military resorces towards Han Fort.
It is imperative that you intervine, Your Majesty.
They will grow uncontrollable if left unchecked. (Li Meng)
What do you suggest I do to govern Liaodong?
I feel it will take more than brute force.
I suggest we dispatch an ambassador to appease public sentiment.
Who do you have in mind?
How about the former King of Goguryeo Bojang?
Send the former King of Goguryeo to Liaodong?
Your Majesty, I must oppose.
If the anti-Tang force should rally around him and come together... (We Sheng)
That`s not a concern.
Bojang is a man without motivation or ambition.
That`s right, Your Majesty.
No one will do a better job of pacifying the old Goguryeo and remain obedience to Tang.
Where is Bojan now?
He is at a remote village away from Chang`an ocupying his time fishing.
Bojang?
Send the former King of Goguryeo to Liaodong?
It`s a humble place. Thank you for coming, sire.
I was feeling listless at home. Thank you for inviting me.
-You may wait outside. -Yes sire.
Please sit down.
I made this wine myself.
Wonderful!
This may be our last drink together,Sire.
But why? Are you going somewhere? (King Bojang:28th King of Goguryeo)
Goguryeo is in a war with Tang on the old Baekje soil of Han Fort. (Mimosa)
I think the time has finally come for me to find him.
Him?
Dae Joyoung.
Dae Joyoung?
You mean you know Dae Joyoung?
I do indeed.
How could I ever forget such an extraodinary encounter?
Extraordinary encounter? How did you two meet?
I lost everything I had because of Dae joyoung.
What do you mean?
Mimosa! What have you done! How could you?
-No! you mustn`t fight these men! -Sir.
These soldiers are sons of Baekje. You can`t kill your brothers!
They have come to capture us!
-Please step aside! -No! You mustn`t fight them!
Put down your weapons and surrender!
Those who resist will be killed!
Mimosa, What have you done?
How could you do this?
-How could you bring these men? -Be quiet!
Your grandson saved your life.
Mimosa, how could you!
There was no other way.
It`s impossible to assemble a sailing crew overnight. So this is the idea I came up with.
These men may be in Tang uniforms, but they are sons of Baekje.
How else could I assemble dozens of men in a moment`s notice?
They`re experienced seamen. Take them and return to Goguryeo.
What..? What are you talking about?
Take us!
We will fight for Baekje and Goguryeo! Take us!
Someday we will meet again.
And when er do remember this day.
I will indeed.
My gratitude for the esteemed elder and you,Mimosa. will not be forgotten.
What happen to Baekje Fort there after?
As the price for helping Dae Joyoung, the village was burned down.
my granfather was executed, and everyone was massacared down to the last child.
So are you going to kill Dae Joyoung and get your revenge?
If I do,if I kill Dae Joyoung.
I would only be avenging myself
I am going to Han Fort to avenge my people.
And how will you avenge so many people?
By helping Dae Joyoung to revive Goguryeo.
Then I will drive Shilla out of Han Fort and revive Baekje.
If I can do that,
my people will ride from their graves and dance in joy.
That`s quite a great dream.
If Goguryeo wins this war,
they will gain great stregth. But the current King Go Anseung doesn`t have what it takes to lead a state.
Now it`s time for the true King of Goguryeo to step to the fore.
The true King of Goguryeo?
I`m talking about you,sire.
Did you... did you know about me all along?
Who are you?
Why did you approach me with an objective and...
Your Majesty, I have seen the pain and rage inside your heart..
the rage that will eventually burn through your bosom amd burn no matter hoe hard you try to hide it!
I know that you`re biding your time.
Soon Your Majesty`s time will come, and when you return to Goguryeo I will be there to help.
Baekje and Goguryeo will join forces.
Get ready to leave for Han Fort right away.
What is it? What is the massage?
The Tang army has conquered Hansi and Baeksu back to back.
Han Fort`s defense line is crumbling quicker than I anticipated. Hopes of reviving Baekje an Goguryeo will be lost.
if Han Fort falls.
Empty?
The forts on the road to Han Fort were all empty?
Yes, General.
They didn`t conquer the forts, they just road in on their horses
What kind of trick do they have up their sleeves?They should be fighting for their lives to protect the fort.
-but instead they leave their gates wide open? -No one anticipated this.
There has got to be a dangerous trap somewhere
-A trap?A trap, you say? -Yes,
You know Dae Joyoung as well as I do.
There is no doubt Li Wen thinks Dae Joyoung is an easy prey.
Unless something is done.
Li Wen will fall for Dae Joyoung`s scheme and suffer a devastating defeat.
You must take the right of command from him,General. This is much too important for a child like Li Wen.
to be calling the shots.
Give us your command,General.
I will rally my troops at once and ride out to battle.
No, this is beyond my control now.
But what kind of trick could Dae Joyoung be up to this time? What is his scheme?
(Baeksu Fort)
We have 200,000 trops!
There is no reason to fear and no reason to hesitate!
We cannot make our move, until we know what Dae Joyoung is up to.
He fled in fear of me,Li Wen.
Don`t you see that?
General, you must not underestimate Dae Joyoung. (Shin Hong)
He is certain to have a strategy that will take us by suprise.
This is so frustrating!
General, they have a point.
What happened to Chulin? I thought you were going to bring her back.
Our attempts have failed.
Are you certain you can expose their strategy if Chulin is brought back?
Lady Chulin is sure to know what they`re up to.
Then we can force her to come
Do you have an idea?
Guards!
Yes, General.
Put Li Jinzhong in confinement at once!
What`s the meaning of this?
Send word to Chulin again. If she refuses to come this time the Khan will lose his head.
We`ll see who is more stubborn the daughter or the father.
Uncle,
I`ll make this short. Your father`s life is in danger. (Sun Wanrong)
If I fail to take you back by tomorrow morning,
the Khan will be executed.
Don`t commit the atrocious crime of killing your own father.
You have one day to consider.
You`ve got to make a decidion before dawn.
Start moving your troops into Mt.Baekbing tonight.
It is imperative that the Tang Chinese don`t see you.
-Got it.
And you must not attack until my men are safely out of the ravine.
Otherwise my men will be trapped in the ravine to die with the enemy,
Don`t worry. Just lure the Tang army into the ravine. (Kim Chan:Shilla General)
I have much to do, so I`ll excuse myself first.
Shilla is our problem They won`t do anything dangerous. (On Samum) (Yi Kiwu)
Let`s just be thankful that they`re here.
Without them we wouldn`t know what to do.
Don`t worry about the timing.
Dolbal and I will join the Shilla army
and make sure they don`t attack until the right time. (Dae Jungsang)
That will put my mind at ease.
The Chinese must be quite confused to find the surrounding forts empty. (Jang Sanhae)
We are overwhelmingly outnumbered, this was the only way to implement our strategy.
But they will be more apt to come after us all the way to Baekbing without fearing an ambush since the surrounding forts are empty.
Yes this is an appropriate strategy in many ways.
Indeed it is.
We would`ve been in trouble trying to defend the fort from within.
Let me emphasize again.
This information must not be made known to the enemy. (Gom Mojam)
I`ve taken strict percautions to maintain utmost secrecy. Rest assured, general.
We are fighting this war to protect our families.
I`m fighting to protect you and the soldiers are fighting to protect their parents and brothers.
I know how you must feel having to fight your own clan.
I`m sorry, Chulin.
But if you get through this war soon we will have peace as well.
Don`t think about anything else.
We still have a lot of obstacles ahead.
If we can`t endure this pain,
all of the pledges and vows we`ve made will become lies.
Is this how a woman feels sending her husband off to war.
I..Miss you already.
Don`t worry about a thing Chulin.
Everything will be just fine.
You better go,
Go on.
I`m sorry..
I can`t keep the promise to be with you to the end...
But know that what we had was real.
And I won`t regret a moment of our time together. I was so happy with you...
What do you mean Chulin has disappeared?
She wasn`t feeling well so I sent her some herbal potion but she`s not in her room and nowhere on the grounds.
Since when?
I don`t know. I think this afternoon.....
She went out in the afternoon to see you and didn`t come back.
Joyoung this doesn`t feel right.
I`ll send out the troops to search the city. Let`s go!
-Where is my father? -He`s waiting inside.
General Li Wen must see you first.
Joyoung! Joyoung!
Did you find her?
We combed the city but she`s not here.
It`s trouble if she`s left the fort!
It`s been a while.
First you incite mutiny on my ship and now you`re helping Goguryeo.
You`ve commited crimes punishable only by death!
We didn`t bring her to punish her for her crimes.
I`m talking to this wench, not you!
Answer my question truthfully, and I will absolve you of your crimes and let you live.
But if you lie to me both you and your father will die.
Now answer my question,
What is Dae Joyoung`s ploy?
We have to abort this operation, We have no choice! She has gone back to Baeksu Fort.
She knows every little detail of our plan! If we go ahead with this,
the entire Goguryeo army will be wiped out!
I`ll break the news.
-Let`s can this mission. -No!
We will proceed with the operation.
-Joyoung -Are you out of your mind?
I trust Chulin.
I trust her.
There has to be an elaborate strategy prepared for the battle against us.
Talk. What is the plan?
I don`t know anything.
Do you wish to die?
I spoke the truth.
You can koll me,
but I can`t tell you what I don`t know.
Guards,throw this wench in a jail cell at once!
What is the meaning of this? Another mutiny?
You never mentioned putting Chulin in jail when we agreed to bring her back.
Live up to your words.
Put you swords down now!
My men and I held back our righteous rage and obeyed your orders when you imprisoned our Khan.
But if you continue to patronize Chulin and the Khan, you will die in my hands.
before you get the chance to fight the Goguryeoans.
How can you do this?
Are you going to get us all killed for one woman?
Even if she did go to Baeksu Fort for whaever reason,
she will never divulge our plan
Joyoung! Joyoung!
Defy my order, you will not get away with it!
-Please anap out of it, Joyoung! -Joyoung!
We will proceed as planned immediately. We will lure the Tang army to Mt Baekbing and annihilate them!
By:robster38