Han Shizu

Chapter 1103
As the last light in the sky faded, the battlefield in front of Rouge Mountain became calm again. The simple camp was built according to the hill, which was not solid, but it became an insurmountable barrier for the Uighurs.The steadfast Han army has already approached its limit in the days of marching, fighting, raiding, evacuating, and fierce battles, but it is like a tenacious string that keeps going.

Under the hill, there were still more than [-] Uighur horse infantry, densely packed, scattered all around, still maintaining an offensive formation, and began to rest on the spot.

However, it is obvious that the Uighurs are also exhausted, and in terms of fighting will, they are completely incomparable with the Han army.As a matter of fact, the Uyghurs, despite the large number of Uyghurs who were faced with the situation of attacking from the ground, became weaker and weaker after another.

Under the hills and hills, fireworks were lit, and dinner was prepared. The Uyghur army also prepared thousands of bonfires, which almost lit up the surrounding darkness. surrounded by the Han army.

Standing on the top of the mountain, Guo Jin was standing with a knife on his face, his face was extremely stern, his expression could not hide his fatigue, but his eyes were still as sharp as a knife.However, under the stern face, there seemed to be a kind of violence hidden. He was really irritated by the actions of the Uighurs. Dangerousness, how can a word of uplifting pride be able to cover it up, the price of blood has just forged a reputation.

In terms of contingency, Guo Jin has done everything he can, whether it is emergency dispatch, command in front of the battle, or even leading the crowd to fight, he has done his best.

At this moment, the remaining soldiers of the Han army are also resting silently to relieve their fatigue. The protracted and cruel battle has left the officers and soldiers with no other emotions. Then continue to fight the Uyghurs.

"General!" A military official walked up to Guo Jin, saw his serious expression, and couldn't help saying: "The Uyghur soldiers are blunt, their morale is low, and it's night now, so they shouldn't dare to attack! Since yesterday I have been sleepless since I woke up in the morning, so let's take this opportunity to rest for a while!"

The body's load response, I really need to rest, but Guo Jin did not nod in agreement, his bloodshot eyes still stared at the surrounding Uighurs, and said firmly: "If you give me an elite at this time, it doesn't take much , as long as 2000 people, the enemy will be defeated!"

Of course, for Guo Jin right now, he can only live his mouth. The Han army following him is already a tired army, more than self-defense, not aggressive enough.The Han cavalry cruising outside also showed great fatigue and lost their sharpness in the fight with the Uighur cavalry.

"I can only hope that Yinggong's reinforcements will arrive sooner. Depending on the time, it should be here. It is a great opportunity to defeat the enemy. It would be a pity if we miss it!" Seeing Guo Jin muttering there, the officers and soldiers around him couldn't help feeling A burst of peace of mind.

Although he was under heavy siege, Guo Jin still showed an attitude of treating the enemy as nothing. This was not arrogance. After being attacked by the Uighurs, he had already put away his contempt.It's just that in this dangerous situation, as the backbone of the entire army, Guo Jin needs to show this kind of self-confidence, this kind of demeanor, to give confidence to the officers and soldiers under his command.

After giving instructions to the officer in charge of the sentry, Guo Jin returned to the simple but well-organized camp, sat down at a random place, and asked the situation in the army: "How many people do we have?"

"After counting, counting the lightly and seriously injured soldiers, we still have 720 three people left, half of them are injured, and there are nearly 200 people who are seriously injured." Xuan Weilang and the marching chief in the army reported in a heavy tone. .

As soon as he heard this, Guo Jin's eyes flashed a terrifying fierce light, and he said coldly: "The Uyghurs have severely injured our army so far, and they have harmed me so much, they will pay ten times more!"

Sensing the murderous intent in Guo Jin's tone, the director could not help but shrink his neck.General Guo in front of him is known for being cruel and easy to kill. He is not only a soldier of law and order, but also never shows mercy to the enemy. When he was in the middle of Sichuan, he massacred the rebellious Liao people.

"How about food and water?" Guo Jin asked again.

"The camels, horses and livestock accompanying the army were killed, and the rations carried by the soldiers were enough for the soldiers to have a full meal. There is a stream behind the post, which can be used to draw water for drinking!" the master secretary replied.

"However!" He stopped and glanced at Guo Jin, saw that he had no reaction, and continued to report: "A large amount of luggage was lost during the evacuation, and in addition to the loss of combat, the consumption of arrows and ordnance is very serious. Right now, the bows and crossbows of the entire army There are less than [-] pieces, and the weapons are mostly damaged. If the fighting continues, the soldiers may have to use their fists and feet to fight the Uighurs!"

"There won't be such a moment!" Guo Jin waved his hands in response.

"In addition, there are medical problems. There are too many injured soldiers. The military doctors are too busy to come. The main reason is that the medicine stones are seriously lost. Many seriously injured soldiers can only hold on for now. If they can't get timely healing, I'm afraid they will persist. It won't be long!"

Guo Jin finally couldn't help sighing, and ordered: "Let the soldiers persevere! The Uyghurs won't last long!"

However, after saying that, he got up again and went to inspect the officers and soldiers to soothe the morale of the army and boost morale.Guo Jin has always been strict in running the army, willing to kill and dare to kill, but if he is only a cruel and easy-to-kill general, it is difficult to get the approval of the officers and soldiers. All he can do is to share the joys and sorrows with Pao Ze outside the military law.

After patrolling around and sitting down again, my tired body no longer wanted to move.However, a piece of roasted horse meat served by the soldiers, although it has not been carefully cooked, is still regarded as a delicacy by the hungry belly.

After eating, under the scattered starlight, wrapped in Zheng robes, with grass and trees as seats, and mountains and rocks as pillows, Guo Jin and the soldiers of the Han army gradually fell asleep.As soon as I close my eyes, exhaustion rushes up like a tide, and in the drowsiness, I can only feel the smell of annatto lingering in my nose.
At the same time, Uighur Khan Jingqiong, who was off his post, couldn't sleep.Compared with Guo Jin, who was in turbulent waves, but always full of self-confidence, perseverance, facing the scorching battle situation, facing the invincible Han army, and facing heavy casualties under the counterattack, Uighur Khan Jingqiong, after sacrificing everything, only The rest is panic.

The combat effectiveness and fighting will of the Han army were beyond the imagination of the Uighurs. They couldn't even defeat a vanguard army, and they were even mentioned as others.In fact, from the beginning to the end, there were only [-] Han infantry who were besieged. Therefore, it was not one for five, but one for seven.

The continuous siege operations were still unsuccessful, and they suffered heavy losses. The morale of the Uyghurs had already dropped sharply. Many people were no longer willing to charge up, even if they were forced.This is also the reason why Jing Qiong had to order to stop the attack before sunset, and forcefully drove the troops, fearing that it would lead to collapse.

A huge sweat tent was erected in the Uyghur army, and in it, faced with several nobles who had been standing at the main station, they were still furious: "It is you who want to raise troops, who want to rebel against the Han army, and who want to attack the Han army. There are so many people, the battle is at the most critical moment, the Han army is at the end of the road, but you are afraid of the battle and retreat.”

Jing Qiong seemed to be a standard Uighur strong man, but he was very sharp-tongued, and he kept spraying at his noble generals. However, judging from his performance, it was more like a kind of venting. Behind the hysteria, it was difficult to hide the panic.

"Khan, the soldiers have suffered too much losses and need to rest. You have seen the results of the night battle last night. If you force them again, it may cause a mutiny," one of them said in a low voice.

"The Han army on the opposite side has lost more than half, and we outnumber them by ten times!" Jing Qiong roared.

"The Han army resisted resolutely, and the soldiers were very tired. Fighting at night and attacking would only cause fearless casualties. There is also the Han army cavalry, which is always cruising and intruding outside, making us unable to concentrate"

According to Jing Qiong's thinking, when the battle has reached its current level, it should be determined to the end and eat the besieged Guo Jin in one fell swoop.However, what made him angry and disappointed was that the nobles and generals who had clamored to raise troops had lost their chains. Their hostility and fanaticism dissipated after two days and one night of bloody battles, and people became sober. , I started to cringe, wanting to preserve my strength
Facts have proved that the Han army is really not easy to mess with.

The debate in the account lasted for a long time, but no matter what, it was impossible for them to continue to attack.Some people even suggested withdrawing the troops for a prescient reason. The reinforcements of the Han army must be on the way after such a fierce battle. If they do not retreat in time, they may be in danger.

It's just that, driven by anger, Uighur Khan Jingqiong only took this matter as a reason for their fear of war, and didn't listen at all, insisting on not withdrawing troops.

At this time, Jing Qiong was like a stud gambler at the gambling table, no longer thinking about danger, and focused on the besieged Han army, refusing to leave the table until the cards were played.

(End of this chapter)