Han Shizu

Chapter 898 Take the initiative
Hearing what he said, Yelujing showed a wry smile: "The public's strategy is similar to that of the king of the South Courtyard!"

"I hope Your Majesty will judge the situation and make a decision!" Yelu Cong bowed.

Seeing this, Yelujing sighed: "Your advice, don't I know it! However, in such a national war, between the Liao and Han, they all went all out. Of course, the Daliao cavalry can sweep southward and plunder the Han land, but How can the Han army be unprepared? Based on previous battles, the Han army already has a way to deal with our army's plunder.

Cities, mountains and rivers, supplemented by cavalry, and those strong fortresses are enough to restrain our army.In the tactics of the Southern Dynasties, there is a saying of strong walls and clear fields. If the army breaks through the pass and goes south, if it cannot be eaten by the enemy, how to maintain food and grass, and how to replenish ordnance?

Even if I, a Khitan warrior, can overcome all difficulties and forge ahead without taking hardships and dangers, and cause heavy damage to the Han army, how can I control my own losses.Going deep into its territory, how many people can return from the battle? "

From Yelvjing's words, he could clearly feel his worries.I can see its benefits, but I have many worries, and the biggest concern is that I am afraid that the success will be difficult to achieve, the goal will be difficult to achieve, and the loss will be too large.

After all, most of Yelvjing's mobilization this time were from the Khitan headquarters, and these tribes were the true ruling foundation of the Liao Kingdom.Don't treat them as uncivilized barbarians just because they are barbarians. You also care about casualties.

Of course, the strategies proposed by those like Yelu Talie and Yelu Cong do have merits for the Liao Kingdom and are more suitable for them.However, the strategy is a good strategy, but it is somewhat idealized. It is not that simple to achieve the desired effect.

Marching and fighting, especially this kind of national war, cannot be wishful thinking, and the Han army will not be passively beaten. In terms of hard power, the big Han who has gone through more than ten years of unremitting military development is indeed stronger than them.

In fact, in the early days of this war, the strategy adopted by the Liao army to kill and plunder Youyan achieved considerable results. The farms were destroyed, the lives were devastated, and the people could only shrink their heads and take refuge in the walls of the city .

Although the Han army achieved a lot of results during the fierce fighting between the two sides, and the damage was not small, it is undeniable that the Liao army did achieve certain results.As far as the present is concerned, the people in the Youyan area are lacking in providing effective support to the Han army in combat. Young and strong can join the army, and they will be uniformly organized into small service and work hard.However, there are more elderly, weak, women and children, which gradually become a burden as time goes by.

But why it failed to expand, one is that the Hanyan army actively resisted, and the Hebei frontier army provided timely support.The second is that the Liao army deployed in the south at that time was insufficient in strength and strength.

This is also mentioned in the previous article. In dealing with the Northern Expedition of the Han Dynasty, the preparations were insufficient and it was a hasty response.In the planning of the Liao monarchs and ministers, the Han-Liao war should be initiated by them, but they did not expect that the Han army suddenly changed its national policy and launched a large-scale northern expedition. In terms of initiative, it fell behind.

When the mobilization of the Liao Kingdom was almost complete, the Han division had already moved northward, pressing on step by step with an extremely strong posture.Using the Liao army, I fell into a passive position. From the overall situation, I have been following the rhythm of the Han army.During this process, it is not that the Liao army did not resist. They sent cavalry several times and took the initiative to attack, just to interrupt the oppression and pressing of the Han army, but the result was not as expected, and they were forcefully pushed back.

Up to now, a large number of troops of the Han army have moved northward forcefully, gradually blocking several passes that are convenient for the Liao army to enter and exit, and the space left for the Liao army to display is obviously insufficient.

To sum up, the Han army successfully achieved the goal of preemptive strikes, so that the Liao army was unable to advance or retreat, and was in an embarrassing situation.

Based on all kinds of information and the opinions of various civil and military officials during this period, although Yelujing's understanding of the current situation of the Liao army is not particularly clear, he will eventually gain something.

Regardless of the Liao army, there are actually 300,000 troops mobilized, but the personnel are mixed, the combat power is uneven, and it is also a scattered response.The Han army in Hedong was dealt with by Yelu Talie, and soldiers and horses were indispensable. Many people were recruited from Liaodong and Luanping camps, but they were not enough.The only ones that are really reliable and can be used to deal with the main force of the Han army are the [-] troops on the front line of Yanshan.

And if Yelujing stud is allowed to deploy these troops to the Han territory, this determination is a bit difficult.After all, he is not a gambler, and for the Liao Kingdom, although the situation is obvious, it is still not hurt, and it is not yet time to gamble on the country's fortune.

After pondering for a long time, Yelujing looked at Yelucong and said, "Even if I send a large army into the pass, the Han army has gathered a large number of troops in Youyan. How can we break through its blockade? As for the Han army at Nankou, how can we break through? Although Hebei is said to be flat, there are thousands of mountains. Wanshui, how can it be saved everywhere?"

"Since you proposed such a strategy, you should also consider how to realize it!" Yelujing asked.

Hearing what Yelujing said, Yelucong's expression was not relaxed, hesitation appeared on his face, and then he said seriously: "Your Majesty, the Han army has become a chokehold against me, and if it persists for a long time, it will definitely be at my disadvantage. When the time comes, we can only break it with firm and fearless courage and determination!"

"Go on!" Knowing that he had more to say, Yelujing waved his hand.

Seeing this, Yelu Cong couldn't help but cheer up, pointing in the direction of Juyongguan, and said: "Your Majesty, I suggest that you take the initiative to attack the Han army at Nankou!"

Glancing at Emperor Liao, Yelu Cong summed up his thoughts: "I have carefully investigated, and even though the Han army sent a large army to the north, even if it combined with the Yan army, it was less than 500,000, including the soldiers and civilians in the village. Half of them, that's for sure.

Excluding the casualties of the previous confrontation with our army, the remaining people, some transferred to the east, dealt with our Luanping division, and then eliminated the garrisons at the city gates, obstructing the entrance, and those who guaranteed food roads. Those who gathered in Youzhou were only about 300,000.

And these 300,000 people were the main force of the Han army's Northern Expedition.If they gather in one place and face the enemy head-on, even if we fight with all our strength, the chances of winning are not great.

However, the Han army, with its mighty power, divided its forces to attack our city, but gave us every chance to defeat it!There are 300,000 Han troops in Youzhou, tens of thousands in Miyun, [-] in Nankou, and the rest are in Youzhou.

Although there are [-] people in the Nankou Han army, the soldiers in the main brigade must never exceed [-] cavalry, or even less, and their strength is not as strong as it shows. Take a defensive stance.

If we can concentrate our elite soldiers, launch a surprise attack, and wipe out this Han army in one fell swoop, the battle situation will definitely be completely reversed! "

Hearing his words, Yelujing subconsciously raised his breath, staring at this veteran, slightly surprised by his appetite.

Frowning for a while, Yelujing asked, "Do you have the confidence to defeat him?"

"I dare not say that I will win!" Yelu Cong replied bluntly: "But our army has three major advantages! First, our army is strong, with elite soldiers here, we can have 130,000 people to attack the mixed soldiers with all our strength. ;
Second, I know the enemy, but the enemy may not know me. This time, His Majesty secretly led the people to the east, and before the news spread, he launched an assault, which can be taken by surprise;

Third, although the defensive arrangement of the Han army at Nankou is strong, it is hard to say that it is comprehensive, especially in the direction of Deshengkou, which has not paid enough attention.It is possible to send elite soldiers to attack from the mouth of the victory, surround the rear, and attack from both sides, which can achieve miraculous results. "

Hearing this, Yelujing nodded subconsciously, her eyes gradually became stern, and said in a deep voice: "The Han army is always stronger than the defense, and after fighting back and forth, Daliao has suffered a lot from its army formation. You can often form a deadly formation and resist my army several times over!"

It can be seen that Yelujing has already been tempted. Yelucong said with emotion: "Although the Hanzhai is strong, only the commanders and soldiers will fight with all their strength! In this national war, the people of the country should do their best, how can they shrink back in fear of difficulties!"

Seeing his pride, Yelujing's expression became more and more serious, and he buried his head in thought.The air in the big tent became tense, time seemed to pass very slowly, and Yelu Cong didn't bother Emperor Liao, he also knew that this was not an easy decision after all.

After a long time, Yelujing suddenly got up, waved his hand, and said decisively: "Then hit!"

Hearing this, Yelu Cong's face was solemn: "Your Majesty, soldiers are valuable, and you should dispatch them quickly. I think you can launch an attack tonight!"

But Yelujing said: "No hurry, you can temporarily plan an attack with the generals, prepare your horses and soldiers, and get ready. I will urgently dispatch Wende's troops, all of them come from the east, and all go into the attack!"

Hearing his words, Yelu Cong was slightly taken aback.Yelujing said: "Since we have decided to attack, why do we need to stay strong? There are [-] Han troops at Nankou, so I will attack them with twice the strength. In this way, even if the Han troops from Youzhou come to help, we will not be afraid of them!"

Yelu Cong was both surprised and delighted that Yelujing had such courage, and he cupped his hands and said with emotion: "In this way, our army has a better chance of winning!"

After negotiating important matters, the entanglement in his heart was relieved. Yelu Cong looked at Emperor Liao and couldn't help but said: "Your Majesty, do you want to discuss with the ministers again about the attack?"

Listening to his words, Yelujing's flat tone showed a bit of strength: "The rest of you, I will persuade you!"

"Yes!"

After saluting again, Yelu Cong was about to go down to plan the details of the attack, as if he had thought of something, he bowed again: "Your Majesty, this is a difficult time, and at the time of employing people, I intend to recommend someone to Your Majesty!"

"Oh?" Seeing this, Yelujing was slightly surprised, and stretched out his hand to signal: "Who can get into the eyes of the public?"

Yelu Cong said directly, "Yelu Xiezhen, the grandson of Yuyue Yelu Helu!"

"Yelu Xiezhen, that rascal!" Hearing this, Yelujing couldn't help laughing.

Yelu Xiezhen and Yelujing are brothers of the same generation, but they are still young now.Seeing Emperor Liao's attitude, Yelu Cong said: "Your Majesty, although Yelu Xiezhen is young, he is quick-witted and dissolute on the surface. He is a rare talent in the country. He is capable of doing things, especially good at military strategy. The former Wen Yuhe In the battle, the Han cavalry chased after him, so I listened to his suggestion, set up an ambush at Nankou, and beheaded thousands of enemy cavalry. This time, the attack strategy, the minister used his counselor, and benefited more."

Hearing what Yelv Cong said, Yelujing became more serious, thought for a while, and said, "If that's the case, I'll meet you sometime!"

(End of this chapter)