Kingdom of Heaven and Han

Everyone discussed some military affairs. Wang Xiaolie looked at the sky and said, "Let's take a rest. After a while, all divisions will come in and discuss the layout of each division behind. Make sure the hierarchy is clear and each has its own responsibilities."

The generals said yes, and the atmosphere in the hall suddenly became active.

It was the first time for Ma Kuo to participate in this kind of headquarters meeting, and he was very nervous.Although the meeting was adjourned, he still concentrated on reading various official documents and did not dare to slack off at all.

Holding the teacup, Wang Xiaolie stood up, walked half a circle around the house, and arrived at Ma Kuo's side.He asked in a low voice, "Ma Defensive, how do you feel? Are you still used to meeting like this? If you have any disagreements, speak up in time."

Ma Kuo hurriedly said, "I'm not familiar with everything, I need to learn more."

Wang Xiaolie said with a smile: "There is no need to be nervous here. This kind of headquarters meeting is the daily life of the headquarters personnel."

After speaking, he patted Ma Kuo on the shoulder and returned to his seat.

After a while, all the six divisions stationed near Jinzhou came in and reconvened the meeting.

Looking at the crowd, Wang Xiaolie said: "The Shaanxi army has already invaded the Taiyuan Basin and started a war with the Jin army. They are fighting with the Jin army. The Jin army's reinforcements should come soon. We must be ready. In Jinzhou, we have six divisions, which were originally intended to face the reinforcements of the Jin army. Now, the six divisions are going to gather and prepare to participate in the battle. The six divisions are all in command. Let me introduce each of my garrisons. How are you doing with your preparations? "Zhang Yin's Sixth Division is the reserve force of the entire army, and other divisions will join the battle one after another. How to join the battle depends on the military order from the General Staff Office."

The generals said yes.

Shi Rong, the commander of the first division, said: "Our division has been stationed near Linfen County and is directly under the headquarters. Because our army has a large force, which is equivalent to twice the number of ordinary divisions, it has not yet completed the assembly. It is estimated that in ten days, The whole division can be assembled and wait for the military order."

Wang Xiaolie said: "The First Division is in Jinzhou, and the staff of the headquarters are familiar with the situation, so there is no need to say more. You must assemble within ten days and be ready to go north at any time."

Shi Rong said well and sat down.

Cao Zhiyan, commander of the Second Division, stood up and said: "Our Second Division is the most forward-positioned army and has been stationed in Hongdong County. The entire army is ready to go north immediately. Now it has been assembled, and the troops stationed at Fenhe Port Nearby, just waiting for military orders!"

Wang Xiaolie said: "Most sections of the Fen River in the north are not easy to travel. You can only take a boat to Huoyi, and the rest will have to be on foot. You must be prepared."

Next, the commanders of each division introduced their situation one after another.

Zhang Yin of the sixth division was stationed in Xiangling; Wei Yang of the eighth division was stationed in Quwo; Zhai Cong of the ninth division was stationed in Taiping; Dong Xian of the tenth division was stationed in Jiangzhou.Most of them are gathering, and they can set off in three to five days.

Wang Xiaolie said: "It's impossible for the Jin Army's reinforcements to arrive in Taiyuan all at once, they must come in batches. Our army is of course the same. After entering the Taiyuan Basin, quickly occupy a suitable place as a base, and then the divisions will gradually enter .Now Staff Officer Wang will tell you about the offensive routes of each division.”

Wang Ruohai said yes.Said: "Cao Zhiyan's Department of the Second Division will start to go north tomorrow. The site of the previous headquarters was selected in Pingyao County. So after Cao Zhiyan's Department goes north, it must cooperate with Wu Jie and Liu Kai's Department to quickly occupy Pingyao. It is now August, and soon It will be winter. The Fen River will be shallow and unfavorable for navigation, so we will not use the Fen River for boating. After Cao Zhiyan occupied Pingyao, he will build several pontoon bridges on the Fen River in the west to facilitate the army to cross the river."

Cao Zhiyan crossed his hands and sang.

Wang Ruohai said: "After Division Cao Zhiyan went north, the first division began to go north one after another. You took Xihe County as your goal, helped the Guanshigu tribe occupy it, and then went north to take Wenshui County. After taking Wenshui County, you stationed there. "

Shi Rong said well.

Wang Ruohai continued: "Zhang Yin of the Sixth Division, the whole division went to Jinzhou City and went north with the headquarters. You are the reserve team of the whole army and the guards of the headquarters. If necessary, you must support where there is a need. The reserve team is The main mobile force of the headquarters plays a very important role, so you have to be careful."

Zhang Yin said yes.

Wang Ruohai went on to say: "Wei Yang's Eighth Division, Zhai Cong's Ninth Division, your two divisions will go north together after Zhang Yin. At this time, the Jin Army's reinforcements should have arrived, and you must prepare for battle. It is expected The battlefields will be in Jiaocheng, Qingyuan, Qixian, and Taigu, so be prepared."

Wei Yang and Zhai Cong said yes.

Wang Ruohai finally said: "Dong Xian's Tenth Division, you are the last to go, as a mobile force. When the time comes, wherever the front line is tight, wherever it is needed, we will arrange for you to go. After you go north, our battle with the Jin Army will start in full swing. .At that time, all divisions must cooperate closely to fight a decisive battle with the Jin army!"

Dong Xian called here.

Wang Xiaolie said: "Everyone has heard clearly the positions of each division. Arrange them carefully after you return. We expect that Pingyao will be the headquarters, so we ask Cao Zhiyan's troops to attack Pingyao immediately after they go north and push the battle line to Pingyao. North of Xihe. The sooner you occupy Pingyao, the easier it will be for the rest of our troops."

Cao Zhiyan got up and said, "Wu Jie and Liu Qi are under the city of Pingyao. I heard that they can't advance an inch. It is estimated that Pingyao's city is strong, and the Jin army's artillery on the city is more proficient. After our army arrives in Pingyao, we will first use artillery to clear the city. Clean up, and then go to the city quickly. The specific method, we will think about it at that time."

Wang Xiaolie said: "You are right. Every division knows all the methods of siege, so there is no need to be wordy at this time. However, when it comes to the front line, it is up to each division to figure out a way. Cao Dutong, don't let me down!"

Cao Zhiyan crossed his hands: "The last general dare not!"

Wang Xiaolie nodded: "It's best like this. With artillery, it's actually not a good way to defend the city. Even if the attacker doesn't attack the city, they can block the city with less troops, and the city is useless. In the end The best way is to attack from the city and fight decisively in the field. Whether the Jin army understands this principle is uncertain now. But in war, the Jin army will learn it very quickly. Everyone, be prepared. In a war, there will be a large-scale field battle!"

When everyone heard this, they couldn't help but nodded.

After having artillery, whether it is offense or defense, great changes will take place.The status of some cities will become more important, and some will become useless.Whether the commander can grasp these characteristics and make changes to the strategy will directly affect the outcome of the war.

Although the Jin people have artillery, I'm afraid they still have to suffer some hardships.In a sense, this is also Song Jun's opportunity.Taking advantage of these opportunities, Wang Xiaolie could at least catch the Jin army by surprise in the early stage.