Kingdom of Heaven and Han

Chapter 595

In Baisha Town, Li Cheng looked at the night outside and remained silent for a long time.Zhongmu's failure actually declared that Liu Yu's military operation had failed.I have been in the army for so many years, and I have never fought such a useless battle.Tens of thousands of troops rushed headlong into the enemy's encirclement, without even the strength to fight back.

Liu Lin was in a daze.Since he escaped from Zhongmu, why did he come here?It is good to turn east and flee halfway, even if you flee south.As long as he ran out of the Song army's encirclement, it would be better than being surrounded here in Baisha.With Liu Lin around, his actions were greatly restricted.

Lieutenant General Cao Jin came over and said, "General, let's rest early. Judging by this posture, the Song Army will probably be outside Baisha Town early tomorrow morning, and it must be a fierce battle!"

Li Cheng sighed.Said: "Zhengzhou in the front and Zhongmu in the rear have all fallen into the hands of the Song army. We have nowhere to escape if we want to escape. The Song army has 1 to [-] people. Judging from today's attack on Zhongmu, the combat power is not weak. We [-] There are more than [-] people, if you want to defeat them, I'm afraid it will be a bit difficult."

Cao Jin said: "The general is a famous general for a while, no matter how many Song troops there are, he will not pay attention!"

Li Cheng smiled, didn't say anything, just looked at the vast night.

In Guancheng County, Cao Zhiyan got up and stretched himself.He lit the candles, washed his face, and put on his military uniform.

The soldiers came in and said, "Dutong, breakfast is ready."

Cao Zhiyan said: "There will be a big battle today, so the soldiers must eat enough! Also, there are two eggs per person, which one is missing, only the commander will ask!"

The soldiers bowed and promised, and went out to bring breakfast.

Today's breakfast is very rich.Five buns, a big bowl of millet porridge, two eggs, and a pickle.It was Cao Zhiyan's habit to eat the same food as soldiers in the barracks.Even if the military officers have their own envoy money, it will not change.

After dinner, Cao Zhiyan got out of his tent and patrolled the barracks.

Although it was only midnight, the barracks was busy.People shouted and neighed everywhere, and it was very lively.Some soldiers were arranging their military uniforms, some were putting on harnesses, and others were preparing carts.Each has its own work, and everything is in order.

Back in the commander's tent, I saw that the main officers in the army were all there.Cao Zhiyan said: "We agreed with Marquis Duyu that we will arrive at Baisha Town before today's hour. The sky is slightly cloudy tonight, and the moonlight is not good. You order the cavalry to send people ahead, and light torches on the roadside every fifty steps for the army Follow the way."

Ni Qing, the deputy capital commander, promised and walked out quickly.

Sitting down in his seat, Cao Zhiyan checked today's battle plan again.Seeing that it was getting late, he ordered the army to set off.

Under the faint moonlight, the water of the Jinshui River shone with ripples.The wind blows from the river with a fresh breath.

Niu Gao rode on the horse and marched with the troops.The dew wets the hair slightly, and the sound of insects is heard in the grass, and the night is quiet and beautiful.

With an army of more than 2 people, the forwards have arrived outside Baisha Town, and the rear guards are still in Zhongmou City.It takes more than an hour to march on the road, and another hour to form an formation.Niu Gao was in the middle of the army, he walked a few miles by himself, the vanguard should have arrived at Baisha Town.

In the past, in the books, there were often [-] armies from both sides who suddenly encountered each other and fought quickly.I didn't think there was anything when I watched it, but it was actually quite funny when I thought about it.With an army of tens of thousands, it is impossible to fight quickly.It is only a few thousand people who can meet and fight immediately.

Although the cavalry regiment was transferred away, the Xie Linong Army still had its own cavalry, but the number was small.However, Li Cheng's cavalry is not many, and the training is far inferior to Wang Xiaolie's army.The area between Zhongmu and Baisha Town was still under the control of Niu Gao's troops. More than 2 troops marched, but Li Cheng didn't get the news.

In the early hours of the morning, when the sun was still out of shadow, Niu Gao finally arrived outside Baisha Town.The troops that arrived first stood in formation in the night.They are arranged very sparsely, and the gaps between the ministries are left for the follow-up troops.As time passed, the formation became tighter and tighter.

Li Cheng was still asleep when he was suddenly awakened by his own soldiers.He straightened up abruptly, and was about to scold the soldiers when he suddenly remembered the current situation.Shen Sheng said: "Has the Song army arrived yet? How many people are there?"

The soldier said: "Back to Taiwei, I can't see clearly in the night. But judging by the formation of their platoon, there should be tens of thousands of people."

Li Cheng nodded and said: "The prince and all the generals are invited to come to my tent."

After speaking, he slowly got up from the bed.Just wash up, put on the military uniform, and leave the handsome tent.

The moon had already set, the stars were covered by clouds, and the sky and the earth were pitch-black.The sky in the east is already pale, and the sky is getting brighter.

Not long after, Liu Lin and the generals arrived, and Li Cheng returned to his tent.

Seeing Li Cheng, Liu Lin asked nervously, "General, the Song army has arrived? They came so fast!"

Li Chengdao: "That's right, the Song army is already in formation outside the town. According to my estimation, tens of thousands of troops will have to wait for the sun to rise. Prince, today must be a fierce battle. If the battle is unfavorable, the prince will go first." Walk."

Liu Lin said, "Where can I go?"

Li Chengdao: "I arranged for some people with good water skills to protect the prince and cross the Jinshui River. I checked yesterday, and there are no ferries in this area. Although the Song Army occupied Zhongmu, Banqiao Town on the other side of the river is still there. In our hands. As long as we reach Banqiao, the prince will be safe."

Liu Lin looked at Li Cheng, thought and thought, and finally nodded.

Around Baisha, the only safe place right now is on the other side of the river.Song Jun came suddenly, and did not find tools to cross the river, and did not cross the river.On the other side, Liu Lin escaped to death.Of course, only God knows whether Song Jun will make corresponding arrangements.

After Liu Lin was arranged, Li Cheng looked at the generals and said: "What should be said was said yesterday, today is only a death battle! It's getting late, everyone, go back to your headquarters, and organize dinner immediately! When the sun rises, we will go out to fight! "

As soon as the words were finished, a soldier came in, crossed his hands and said, "Taiwei, the Song army from the direction of Zhengzhou has also arrived, forming an array in the west of the town!"

Hearing this, Li Cheng felt his brain buzzing.Only Song Jun from Zhongmu had a hard time coping with it.Zhengzhou comes again with Song Jun, how should I deal with it?There is no city wall in Baisha Town, so they can only divide their troops.After dividing the troops, which route is the Song army's opponent?

Outside the town, Cao Zhiyan commanded his troops to line up.In addition to the conventional arms, the most important thing is the choice of gun positions.Once the artillery position is selected, the enemy's formation can be ignored.At that time, the artillery will disrupt the enemy's formation, and the army will just cover up and kill them.

While he was busy, a few fast horses rushed over.Soon he came to the front, and the knight immediately said: "My lord, Gu Yuan, I have met Du Tong!"

After speaking, he jumped off the horse and crossed his hands to salute Cao Zhiyan.

Cao Zhiyan hurriedly returned the gift.Said: "It turned out to be the deputy capital. You arrived earlier than me, have you already lined up?"

Gu Yuandao: "Just listed. Du Yuhou and Du Tong asked me to come, and we will fight together!"

"Okay, okay, I think so too." Cao Zhiyan nodded repeatedly. "Li Cheng only has more than 1 people. If the troops are divided, there will only be five or six thousand people on each side."

Gu Yuandao: "Du Yuhou thinks that Li Cheng will not divide the troops equally. One side will be smaller, and the main force will be led by himself. The style of play is not magical. In this case, one side can only resist, and the other side can quickly Solve the battle. I just don’t know if Li Cheng is fighting against us personally, or if they are here.”

Cao Zhiyan laughed and said, "We are encircled by an army of tens of thousands. It doesn't matter how Li Cheng divides his troops. Which side he fights, he just sends himself there. I'm forming an formation one mile away from the town. I don't know how your side is doing?"

Gu Yuandao: "Du Tong's thinking is the same as that of Du Yu Hou and us. Li Cheng came out after forming an array one mile away. No matter what, he was within the range of the artillery. Du Yu Hou's order was to wait for Li Cheng to line up. After the battle, after waiting for a stick of incense, the cannons were suddenly fired and shot directly at Li Chengzhong's army!"

Cao Zhiyan said: "This is the best. It depends on whose life is better today, and get this credit!"

(End of this chapter)