Han Shizu

Chapter 928
Shi Yanchao was known for his bravery, and he lived up to his reputation in battle. Five thousand Han cavalry were divided into four teams by him. The flag, only leading [-] cavalry, headed towards the Liao cavalry who came to intercept them.

The arrogant and arrogant arrangement of the Han general seemed to have angered the Liao army, and they charged straight over.Five hundred Han cavalry beat three thousand Liao cavalry.During more than half a year of combat, the cavalry of the Han army gradually figured out a set of tactics. The art of riding and shooting may not be as good as Khitan's string control, but the power of the equipment is incomparable to the Liao army.

Approaching, there was a burst of crossbow shooting, and immediately brought down a group of Liao soldiers and horses, and then raised their swords to charge.The Liao army was obviously prepared, and there was no chaos at all. The two cavalrymen collided like needlepoints against wheat awns.

The five hundred Han cavalry were like a sharp knife and a sharp arrow, and Shi Yanchao was just like the tip of the knife and the arrow, leading his subordinates and forcibly chiseling into the cavalry formation of the Liao army.Of course, his purpose was not to pierce the Liao army, but to disrupt its formation during the delay.

Therefore, at the moment of intersection, Shi Yanchao's arrow began to turn to strangle.In melee combat, the advantage of numbers is huge. Shi Yanchao quickly put himself in a situation where he was surrounded by enemies, but his goal was basically achieved.

With Shi Yanchao's entanglement, the outflanking army on both wings also moved in place, adjusted their formation, and rushed towards the Liao army, as if they wanted to swallow the three thousand Liao army.

Shi Yanchao's side was startled every step of the way, but he was extremely excited when he walked between life and death.He led the battle and killed 11 people with his own hands.

The goal of the Liao army is also very clear, which is to kill the [-] Han army who broke away from the brigade and invaded arrogantly, and kill the arrogant Han army leader, then the [-] Han cavalry can be broken.

Of course, it failed in the end. Under Shi Yanchao's command, the combat capability of the Han army was enhanced, and it was not easy for the Liao army to defeat it.

When the two-winged Han cavalry came around, knowing that there was nothing to be done, the Liao general decisively ordered to retreat.However, it is easy to come, but difficult to go. With Shi Yanchao's entanglement on the inside and two sides on the outside, there is no way to get rid of it easily.

A confrontation gradually turned into a melee and finally a chase.Three thousand Liao cavalry were defeated, and Shi Yanchao succeeded in the first battle. He took advantage of the situation and chased and killed more than [-] people.It is not so easy to carry out cavalry combat in the wilderness without an absolute advantage in troops.

Shi Yanchao went on fire, seeing that he hadn't achieved what he deserved, how could he be willing to lead his army to continue the pursuit, but was stopped by the previous lieutenant general: "General, don't chase the poor, the Liao army is different this way! "

Shi Yanchao was in the middle of his head, the blood splattered on his face made his face look a bit hideous, he glared at the lieutenant general, and said: "Since the enemy has been defeated, we should take advantage of the victory to pursue and kill, and expand the results of the battle!"

General Wei was very courageous. Seeing Shi Yanchao's impulsiveness, his voice became louder: "General, this Liao army has given up the usual tactics of loitering and outnumbering the enemy, yet it is ready to leave at the touch of a button. Its behavior is full of weirdness. , for fear of deceit. Now that we have gained something, why not accept it if it is not good?"

Hearing this, Shi Yanchao immediately reprimanded: "Kang meets again, you stop me again and again, is it because you are timid and afraid of the enemy?"

Hearing what Shi Yanchao said, the Han general named Kang Zaiyu was also angry. He stepped forward and grabbed Shi Yanchao's rein forcefully, and said loudly: "The general is brave and fearless. The last general fights on the battlefield. He was born and died. How has he ever been afraid?" ? The general's words are too humiliating!"

Facing Kang Zaiyu's fierce eyes, Shi Yanchao calmed down a little, and said in a deep voice: "I will follow the order of the King of Wei to go north to attack the enemy and test the truth. We have a small battle today, how can we withdraw our troops in doubt?"

Kang Zaiyu let go of the reins, and said in a deep voice: "General, we have marched for sixty miles and fought five times in a row. The soldiers have not had a moment's rest. They are exhausted and their horsepower is exhausted. The sky is already dark. At this time, it is really not appropriate to pursue deeply!"

After his persuasion, Shi Yanchao really calmed down. Looking at the soldiers around him, they were indeed in poor condition.After all, he is a veteran on the battlefield, so he still has basic judgment. Although he was unwilling, he still chose to follow Kang Zaiyu's suggestion, almost gritted his teeth and said, "Send the order to withdraw the troops!"

Seeing Shi Yanchao's reaction, Kang Zaiyu couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief. He was newly transferred to Shi Yanchao's command after the Northern Expedition.The relationship with this person is not considered close, Shi Yanchao is well-known and has a rough temper, it is not easy to persuade him after all.

And Shi Yanchao, looking at the defeated Liao army that was gradually going away, let out a long roar, drew his bow and drew an arrow, fired an arrow, and plunged into the grass a hundred steps away.

However, although Shi Yanchao paused to pursue, Shi Yanchao was still restless. After thinking about it for a while, he said to Kang Zaiyu: "You lead the army to rest here and clean up the battlefield. I will bring a hundred cavalry with me to spy on the enemy!"

"To detect the enemy's situation, I have my own sentinel cavalry. General He Lao will go there in person. The general and the leader of the army have a great relationship." Kang Zaiyu persuaded again.

But this time, it didn't work at all. Instead, Shi Yanchao blamed him: "General Kang, I see you. It's just right for you to be a comforter in the army. Why are you so noisy? Ruler man, so cowardly? Is there any general who is famous outside of my big man who can spy on the enemy without being there?"

After finishing speaking, he ordered a hundred horses, packed his bags, replenished drinking water and rations, rested for half an hour, and then led the crowd to Yunzhong City.

In the two fields outside Yunzhong City, Yelu Talie personally led Wanqi, hiding and waiting, forming an encirclement circle. If the Han army rushed in recklessly, they would definitely suffer a big loss.The three thousand Liao cavalry heading south were of course to lure the enemy, otherwise they would not be so vulnerable.

If Kang hadn't met again, Shi Yanchao would have dared to chase him to Yunzhong City directly.However, when the defeated army returned, there was no sign of Han cavalry behind them.Inquiring about the situation, Yelu Talie couldn't help but smiled bitterly and was surprised: "Then Shi Yanchao is a general of the Han army, but his temperament is like a fire, and he is eager for quick success, so he actually resisted the desire to pursue him?"

It's a pity that no one can explain Yelv Talie.

"Your Majesty, how are you doing today?"

Sighing, Yelu Talie said: "The strategy fails, let's retreat back to the city!"

"Send more people to keep an eye on the movements of the Han army, strangle their scouts, avoid casualties, and control their every move!" Yelu Talie ordered solemnly.

The ambush plan failed, and the Liao army outside the city withdrew one after another and returned to the city.On Yelv Talie's old face, he couldn't help showing a bit of fatigue and worry. He looked to the south, then to the north, and finally turned his gaze to the northeast.So far, the military withdrawal in Yunzhou has been going smoothly. Even if the Han army is marching northward, it will be difficult for Yelujing to pose too much of a threat if he is here to restrain it.

On the contrary, it was the Yelusha army on Wende's side. The more than 60,000 Liao army in his hands was also the foundational force of the Liao state, and it could no longer withstand damage.Facing the Han army twice as large as his own, whether he can get rid of it is also a question.

As dusk fell, Shi Yanchao and his men galloped northward, and soon encountered a group of Liao army scouts. After an encounter, more than ten of them were killed.

"I thought about it, Kang Zaiyu was right, I'm afraid that Liao army just now was really a soldier who seduced me!" Shi Yanchao said after wiping the bloody saber back into its sheath.

Hearing this, the trusted officer beside him couldn't help saying: "General, my subordinates don't understand, why did you go to Yunzhou in such a hurry?"

Glancing at him, Shi Yanchao said, "You have been with me for so many years, have you forgotten where I am from?"

Hearing what he said, he reacted.Shi Yanchao, a native of Yunzhou, was born in the old land of his hometown. He has been a barbarian for [-] years.

Of course, this is only one aspect of the reason. Taking into account the actions of the Liao army, it is even more different to break away from the battle.He only led thousands of horses to come, and he was separated from the brigade. He was actually a lone army. With the strength of the Liao army in Yunzhou, if he wanted to seek him, he could send a large army. ghost.

Not long after, Shi Yanchao rushed to Yunzhong City with Baiqi.In the clouds under the night, the city wall stands tall, like a mighty armored warrior, waiting for the enemy to come.

(End of this chapter)