Han Shizu

Chapter 484 Breaking Chen Jun Again
It only took less than an hour to defeat Xu Wenzhen's army, but after cleaning up the aftermath, it didn't end until late at night.Although there were many Tang soldiers, their combat power was low, they were tired from marching, and their preparations were insufficient. The Han army concentrated their iron cavalry to attack them. Apart from the exhaustion from the rush, the battle was not difficult.

As for the results of the battle, it can be described as brilliant. Xu Wenzhen's army was almost wiped out. Although a lot of food, medicinal materials, clothing, and ordnance accompanying the army were burned, the rest were all seized.

Xu Jun's soldiers suffered about 1000 deaths and injuries. Among them, more than [-] died under crossbows when they were forced to serve as cannon fodder.

In this Tang army, except for a small number of people who Xu Wenzhen had practiced for a long time and had some combat effectiveness, the rest of the resistance was really not strong, and the rest were obediently captured by the Han army.They were all disarmed, their armor removed, and their guards dispersed.

To clean up the battlefield and deal with the aftermath, Murong Yanzhao only needs to give an order, and the generals and school will make arrangements to deal with it. After winning the battle, they are very motivated.Seeing that it was getting late, Murong Yanzhao directly ordered all the battalions to rest on the basis of the Tang army's chariot formation, thinking about the hard work of the soldiers rushing to attack.

After patrolling the battalions habitually, comforting the wounded and taking care of them, Murong Yanzhao just freed up to take a rest.

"The combat power of this Huai bandit is too low, it's almost vulnerable!" Following Murong Yanzhao, Han Tong said happily: "Your Majesty still pays too much attention to them. In my opinion, four thousand horses are enough to defeat them. Not to mention the need for Marquis Duyu to come out, the last general will be enough!"

Murong Yanzhao took a look at Han Tong. Under the dark night, his face was still glowing red, and he looked as if he had lost everything. It was obvious that he had fought this battle to his heart's content, and this battle would also help him establish his position in the Forbidden Army.

Listening to his words, it was obvious that he was arrogant and unrestrained. Murong Yanzhao said calmly: "This Tang army is not its main force. But not proud of it”

From Murong Yanzhao's words, Han Tong realized something, and the arrogance on his black face was slightly reduced. Looking at his calm face, he cupped his hands and said, "It's been a long time since I won a big victory. I've been so proud of myself for a while!"

Seeing this, Murong Yanzhao smiled: "It's okay! However, Xu Wenzhen has a bit of skill, and he is quite organized when he responds to the situation! By the way, can you find him?"

Mentioning this, Han Tong said: "This man surnamed Xu is quite courageous. When the army is defeated, he gathers his own soldiers to fight against trapped beasts. He would rather die than surrender. If he dies in the battle, his body will not be intact!"

"The puppet Tang Dynasty is not without loyalty. He Jingzhu from Shouchun, Guo Tingwei from Sizhou, and Xu Wenzhen from here. It's a pity that the Tang master has no talent!" Murong Yanzhao sighed.

"Of course it is! The false Tang lord is weak and weak, how can he be my opponent!" Han Tong slapped a long fart in the air.

"Tomorrow morning, let the captives dig a hole and bury the Tang army together!" Murong Yanzhao ordered: "Afterwards, escort the captives and capture them, and return to join your majesty. Your majesty's troops are weak after all. If Chen Juejun takes a risk , the outcome is unpredictable!"

"Yes!"

On Liu Chengyou's side, as early as that night, he received the news that Murong Yanzhao defeated Xu Jun in the first battle and won a complete victory.Overjoyed upon hearing this, he notified the victory to the whole army and sent it to the Shouchun Camp, while he slept soundly and had a good dream.

In the early morning of the next day, Liu Chengyou led the knights in front of the Feishui camp of the Tang army, and repeatedly shouted the news that Xu Wenzhen's army had been wiped out, trying to disturb the morale of the army.

In the Tang camp, Chen Jue woke up on his own army couch, and fell asleep soundly.Hearing the noise in the army, he immediately shouted angrily: "Come on!"

"Here!" The pro-school was waiting outside.

"Why is there so much noise in the army? Don't you know how strict the military order is?" Chen Jue scolded.

"Shijun, there are Han cavalry outside the camp to preach, saying that Xu Shijun in the south has been defeated by the Han army, and Xu Shijun died in battle!" the school reported.

"What!" Chen Jue was shocked, got up and put on his clothes in a panic, and said angrily, "Why didn't you inform me?"

The pro-school said carefully: "My little one sees you in a deep sleep."

Before he could finish speaking, Chen Jue was furious: "Presumptuous! Such an urgent military situation, how dare to delay it, it is simply life-or-death!"

The pro-school was startled, and hurriedly knelt down and begged for mercy.Chen Jue ignored him, and while looking outside to check the situation, he asked, "Where are the generals in the army, why did you suppress the soldiers and stabilize the morale of the army?"

"Emissary Xian, I have gone to the camps to appease you."

In a hurry, Chen Jue took people to inspect it, and personally listened to Han Qi's propaganda and persuading him to surrender in the front camp.He also summoned generals and schools to discuss the matter, and the conclusion reached was that it was untrustworthy.

From Chen Jue's point of view, Xu Wenzhen's army had more than 20,000 soldiers, and there were many armored vehicles. Even if the Han army intercepted and killed them with light cavalry, how could it be so easy and fast to defeat them, let alone wipe them out completely.

After comprehensive consideration, Chen Jue relaxed, and confidently said to the generals: "The general expected that this must be an act by the Han army to disrupt our army's morale. If you return to the camp, you should tell the troops to appease the soldiers' hearts and hold the camp firmly. Camp Don't pay attention to the former Han cavalry, if anyone approaches, shoot them with a bow and crossbow!"

On the other hand, Xian Shilang opened his mouth, and after some hesitation, he still said: "Even if this is not true, how long can we persist in the face of robbery and killing by Han cavalry?"

Chen Jue frowned, and said helplessly: "Nowadays, I don't care about Xu Wenzhen anymore, I can only hope that he can persist more, or retreat in time!"

Chen Jue's tone was clearly self-comforting. When the Han army attacked, he already had a premonition that Xu Wenzhen's army was in danger.If they form an formation, they can still protect themselves and resist for a period of time. If they retreat or even flee for their lives, it will give the Han cavalry a chance to hunt and kill at will.

In fact, Chen Jue regretted it a little at this time, and it was still not safe enough. Rescue Shouchun, go out of Hefei and do some maneuvers, so that the Han army is afraid, why go north so far.
Under Chen Jue's instruction, General Tang Jun followed his order to refute the rumors and appease the soldiers, which naturally had some effect.However, in the afternoon, when the Han cavalry escorted the spoils to the north, the entire camp of the Tang army was silent.

Under Liu Chengyou's order, Murong Yanzhao led the army and deliberately took a long detour to Tangying, with two cavalry troops, Tieqi and Longjie, on the side, just like a victory parade.Hearing the news, he came to take a look. Looking at the captives and capture team that looked like a long dragon, Chen Jue clenched his fists, feeling his old face, hot and painful.
"Chen Gong, the Han army is too arrogant, and the last general is willing to lead an army to attack them!" A general of the Tang army asked for a fight.

Chen Jue refused without hesitation.So far, the generals of the Tang Army have suffered further bruises, morale has plummeted, and people's hearts have fluctuated. Many generals who still have ambitions complained, and they were too aggrieved.

The so-called one general is incompetent, and the three armies are exhausted, so fearing the enemy like a tiger, why resist the Han army?

On the side of the Han camp, upon learning that Murong Yanzhao had returned victorious, the emperor Liu Chengyou called the colonel and greeted him personally at the gate of the camp.

"It's a mere victory, so please Your Majesty to personally welcome him!" As usual, Murong Yanzhao was very humble and kept the etiquette of a minister.

"It's right! It's right!" Liu Chengyou personally supported him, and Liu Chengyou also performed a gesture of respect for the hero.

Although he knew from the battle report that a lot of prisoners were taken this time, Liu Chengyou couldn't help being surprised when he looked at the carts and carts lined up to the extreme of his field of vision in front of the camp: "How many supplies did the Tang army carry this time?" Need? You want to see Hua Zhen's eyes, I'm afraid our camp will be filled by it!"

Han Tong said: "This is still the harvest after losing [-] to [-]%."

After returning to the camp, Liu Chengyou personally listened to his report on the details of the battle, and praised him a lot.At the same time, Xu Wenzhen, who would rather die than surrender, sacrificed himself for the country, was not stingy with words of praise.

At the same time, as soon as Xu Wenzhen wins, Liu Chengyou can also free up his hands to deal with Chen Juejun calmly.For the next battle strategy, Liu Chengyou had already considered it comprehensively, and everything was under control.At that time, Liu Chengyou ordered to patrol around with thousands of horsemen, and the whole army rested on the spot to prepare for the annihilation of Chen Jue's army.

On the other hand, Tang Jun, under the leadership of Chen Jue, implemented a "steady defense" policy.At this point, Chen Jue and others realized that when they set off to the north and stayed away from Hefei, they were already at a disadvantage.

Of course, if you can really hold on for a longer time with the food and equipment accompanying the army, it may really pose some threats to the Han army.However, when the initiative of the war was handed over to the Han army, how long the Tang army could carry it was a big question.

Moreover, there is one thing to say, Chen Jue was able to be consistent from beginning to end, maintain his original intention, and stubbornly resist, at least in terms of tactics, it still caused some troubles for the Han army.

If you want to break the camp of more than [-] people, you can't just talk about it, it still takes some effort.But in Shouchun, he has already stationed troops for two and a half months, and he has no desire to consume Chen Juejun, and he wants to break through them quickly.

During the two days of rest, accepting Murong Yanzhao's suggestion, Liu Chengyou separated the Jiangbei people among the captured Southern Tang soldiers and civilians, and selected them to command officers, coercing them and making them work for the great Han.

It is promised that everyone will register and register, as long as they make meritorious service for the great man, after the war, they will be rewarded with official positions, lords, money, food, and land.In this world, there has never been a shortage of leading parties, but seeing the strength of the Han army, many people were tempted. Coupled with the coercion and temptation of the Han army, more than 3000 auxiliary soldiers were recruited in a short time.

Liu Chengyou was very generous to these people who knew the current affairs who were willing to contribute. He appointed several commanders on the spot and rewarded them with state and township posts, so as to put his mind at ease.And the role of these surrendered troops is only one thing, to attack the village.

On the [-]th day of the first lunar month of the fifth year of Qianyou, Emperor Liu Chengyou of the Han Dynasty personally led an army and formally launched an attack on Chen Juejun of the puppet Tang Dynasty stationed on the banks of Feishui. A water army came to help out.

As soon as the water army arrived, the Tang army was attacked from the front and back. The Han army attacked fiercely for two days and broke it. Chen Jue, the puppet leader of the Tang Dynasty, was captured alive.In this battle, the Huaide Army newly established by Emperor Han suffered heavy casualties, with only a thousand remaining.

　I'm sorry, the plot has been really slow recently, I'm tired of writing, and I can't stand it anymore, so I will speed up the pace and try to end the Huainan dungeon within chapters 15-20.

　　
　
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