Kingdom of Heaven and Han

Chapter 1070 Rushing to Kill Zhaozhou

On July 28, Wang Xiaolie led Xie Linong and Li Xing to leave Daming Mansion and go to Zhaozhou.

The reason why we chose this time was because it was the busy summer season and the grain and grass in the north had not yet been harvested, so fighting would be unfavorable to the Jin Kingdom. Moreover, due to the characteristics of Jinbing, it is impossible for all soldiers to be in place, and there are many difficulties.

The Dong Xian and Tan Xingping divisions in the west have successively arrived at Chengtian Army Village, each occupying important terrain and preparing to attack Jingxing County.

Jingxing Pass in the Song Dynasty was built along Mianmanshui, a tributary of the Hutuo River, flowing down the river. Along the way from the Pingding Army of the Song Dynasty to Jingxing County of the Puppet Qi Dynasty, the road was steep and difficult to navigate, with high mountains and dense forests. The Jin army is easy to defend, but difficult to attack.

On the third day of August, when they arrived in Zhaozhou, Wang Xiaolie settled in Gaoyi County, and Li Xing led his army to Pingji County, where Zhaozhou was stationed.

In the commander's tent, Wang Xiaoliezhao held his first meeting after arriving in Zhaozhou to discuss the situation of the war.

After looking at the crowd, Wang Xiaolie said: "Now our army is deployed. Xie Linong is stationed in Gaoyi together with the headquarters, and five thousand elite soldiers from the headquarters are also stationed here. Li Xing is leading a division to station in Pingji to guard the right. On the opposite side of Zhending Mansion, Wu Shu led 30,000 golden soldiers to defend it."

Wang Yan said: "Although our army has an advantage, it is not big. The 30,000 Jin army are all elite soldiers, and there are also 30,000 to 40,000 Alixi troops. To be honest, the number of people is greater than ours. This battle, but not easy!"

Wang Xiaolie nodded: "It is indeed not easy. Wushu's strategy is different from Nianhan. Nianhan, whether it is Ali Xi or Signing Army, all are incorporated into the army. The number of people seems to be large, but in fact the combat strength is just that. Wushu is still the elite strategy of the Jin army, with a lot of Alixi. The Jurchens have been fighting for so many years, and many of the Alixi soldiers only have different weapons with the war soldiers, and their combat power is almost the same."

Wang Yan nodded: "Yes, Alixi now is different from before. Many of them can participate in the war. When calculating the combat strength, we must not forget it. If we don't count the two divisions of Dong Xian and Tan Xingping, we will have no impact on the Jin Dynasty." Soldiers have no advantage. Fighting evenly matched will cause a lot of trouble."

Wang Ruohai said: "We have about 55,000 people. The Jin army has 30,000 regular soldiers. Alixi is slightly less than the regular soldiers. It can be counted as 45,000 at most. We are still more numerous than the Jin soldiers." Moreover, depending on the coach’s arrangements, 50,000 people can also have the effect of 70,000 or 80,000 people!”

Wang Xiaolie sighed: "We are used to fighting with numerical superiority. Many people have lost their minds and don't know how to fight against superior enemies. This is very dangerous! The two divisions of Dong Xian and Tan Xingping want to attack Jingxing. It will take some time. Before that, we must use our two divisions to deal with Wu Shu's troops. In fact, fundamentally speaking, we have the advantage because we have artillery. However, for many generals, numbers do not give them an advantage. , that is, the military strength is not superior. How can such an idea be implemented? "

Wang Ruohai said: "Order the two divisions, establish confidence in victory, and be determined to win!"

Wang Xiaolie looked at Xie Linong and said, "Xie Linong, you are also the commander-in-chief of the first division. Let's talk about it."

Xie Linong said: "I started from Hedong Road and did not participate in any major wars. Even in Daming Prefecture, most of the enemies surrendered, which was not the result of war. To be honest, I have never fought and I have no idea. As the commander-in-chief, I have no idea about war. I am confident that I will win. I am just worried that the people below will not be able to withstand it.”

Wang Xiaolie said: "Therefore, the commander-in-chief of each division must train each division well, train each division's confidence in winning, and train them in the method of winning. Instead of pushing two to one to make five, ignore them and let them perform their best. . Before the war begins, training must be strengthened!"

After a pause, Wang Xiaolie said again: "Each division has a manual on how to train, and you must follow it. If you don't understand anything, you must ask immediately. There is no need for regiment control and battalion command to go down from the division. No clue, just follow it and say yes, yes, yes!”

Xie Li Nongcha's hand obeyed the order.

Wang Xiaolie said: "The Wushu of Zhending Mansion in the north must be strong, and Han Chang below is even more courageous and unstoppable. We can't just take it lightly! The number of the two armies is about the same. To be honest, I feel a little uncomfortable. Bottom line. You have to be very energetic and get through this period of time."

A lot was said at the meeting. The more unsure I am, the more I talk. Until evening, they will disperse one after another.

At night, Wang Xiaolie was alone in the yard, looking at the stars in the sky. There is no moon at night, only stars scattered in the sky, blinking. Looking at this prosperous world, it is quiet and profound.

Under the starlight, Wang Xiaolie walked around, always feeling a little uneasy. It seemed like there was a monster staring at him in the dark, ready to come out and eat people at any time.

Pingji County is the seat of Zhaozhou. It is a famous historical city with many historical sites.

When Li Xing led his troops to Zhaozhou, it was almost evening. After lighting the fire and cooking, it was getting dark. Li Xing looked at the night, thought for a while, and made arrangements to sleep. Just in case, more than fifty scouts were sent out to conduct extensive reconnaissance in the Zhaozhou area.

At the third watch, the whole army had already fallen asleep. More than ten miles north of Zhaozhou, people gradually appeared.

Han Chang breathed out: "We hid for a long time before we could escape the Song Army's eyes. Stationed in front was a division of Li Xing of the Song Army, which was said to have 25,000 people. It is said that there were 25,000 people who entered the city. Eighteen thousand people. Eighteen thousand people are difficult to fight. If we attack the fortified city, we will not be able to open it no matter what. We have already sent people into the city to open the gate for us. Whether they can succeed or not depends on them It’s over!”

In the night, one of Han Chang's eyes flashed with blue light, looking bloodthirsty at Zhaozhou City in front of him. He waved his hand: "Kill!"

The rumble of horse hooves floated through the night sky, galloping recklessly through the night. Wherever the army passed, they captured and killed the Song Army's reconnaissance cavalry and cut off all the informants. When you are far away, you can't hear anything in the city. Once you are so close, it is too late.

Seeing how close he was, Han Chang took out a torch, held it in his hand, and ran towards Zhaozhou almost non-stop.

With the rumble of horse hooves, the soldiers in the city were startled. Eighteen thousand soldiers almost occupied all the open space in the city. They got up one after another, followed the instructions of their respective leaders, and ran towards the open space.

But because there were too many people, the whistles interfered with each other, and many soldiers ran to the wrong position, making a mess.

As the hoofbeats of the Jin Army got closer and closer, the North City Gate slowly opened and the suspension bridge lowered.

When Han Chang arrived outside the city, he suddenly lifted the reins and stepped onto the suspension bridge. The horse's hooves were so fast that they entered the city in the blink of an eye.

Han Chang stood under the city gate and shouted: "All Dajin troops, enter the city quickly! Kill the Song army when you see it, don't waste your words!"

The soldiers behind responded and entered the city one after another.

Seeing that the number of soldiers and horses entering the city quickly exceeded 200, Han Chang breathed a sigh of relief. Said: "The army has entered the city, let's see what the Song army is capable of! Kill!"

After saying that, he hurriedly dismounted his horse and ran towards the city.

(End of this chapter)