The Reborn Duke of Ming Dynasty

the next day.The scouts sent by Wang Meng to Songjiang Mansion to inquire about the situation of Japanese pirates have returned.At the same time, it also brought the latest situation of the Japanese pirates who are currently in Songjiang Mansion.

According to reports.Zhang Fan learned.There were nearly 3000 Japanese pirates who raided Songjiang Prefecture.Many small boats were also found near the sea in Songjiang Prefecture.And the people living on the shore have already been murdered.

The Japanese pirates who raided Songjiang Mansion have since occupied the entire city.He closed the city gate tightly.certainly.This is a very normal choice.After all, a large state and county like Songjiang Prefecture was captured.How could it be possible that the Ming Dynasty defenders stationed around would not take any action.Moreover, Songjiang Mansion is also located in the prosperous south of the Yangtze River.It can be regarded as a land of fish and rice.Moreover, the rice grown in Jiangnan is harvested twice a year.The first harvest is in April.And now it's only July.It can be said that there is sufficient food.And Fusang people also eat rice as a staple food.There is no problem of not being appetizing at all.

But the situation that the Japanese pirates closed the city gates and did not come out is very strange.

This news also allowed Zhang Fan to confirm his thoughts about the confluence of Japanese pirates.Think about it too.Generally speaking.Attack the opponent's country.Especially in today's situation where the other party has taken advantage of the lack of defense and has captured a city.Not to mention not staying in the city gate that was attacked by him.It should be taken by surprise.Continue to think about the inland attack.If you wait until the other party has taken precautions.It will not be easy to attack again.And in case the other party mobilizes the army in time to attack them.Staying in one place like they are now is the most dangerous thing.Zhang Fan looked down on Japanese pirates.But this does not mean that he is also like some people in the DPRK.I think pirates are fools.Pirates do this.There must be a purpose.

The next thing was that the defending general who didn't listen to Zhang Fan's warning threw his [-] terracotta warriors to Songjiang.A vain attempt to retake the city.really.Just like what Zhang Fan and the others thought at the beginning.The result was a fall short.

Songjiang is originally a prefecture and county near the sea.It also suffered from the massive invasion of Japanese pirates.Therefore, the city walls of Songjiang Mansion are considered thick.Arrow stacks and muzzles are all available in the city.There are also several cannons.And all kinds of ammunition.Whether it is solid ammunition or flowering ammunition, everything is available.In addition, there are sufficient supplies in the city.A night's rest has restored the physical strength of these Japanese pirates who have been "surfing" in small boats on the sea for almost a whole day.

The ending is very obvious.The death of that general and his men was very tragic.And it cannot be said that the general was unlucky.Even his terracotta warriors were unlucky with him.It is better for the general to die early.If he was shot to death by arrows or shells shot by Japanese pirates from the city as soon as the battle started.It is estimated that the terracotta warriors under him will definitely retreat immediately.That way, so many people wouldn't die.

But it happened that he was halfway through the battle.The arrow that was accidentally shot hit the only exposed face in the helmet.Report directly to Hades.This time, the army that was halfway through but had no one to command suddenly ran around like headless chickens.Neither advancing nor retreating.In the melee.They didn't even know that their superior was dead.And the order they got before was to take back Songjiang in one go.Seeing the comrades in front fell one after another.But there was no order from the back.These people hesitated in their hearts.Going up is dead.And disobedience to military orders may not kill you.But that will definitely kill you.It is this hesitation.Let these terracotta warriors die.

Originally, once this situation happened on the battlefield.Then the Lord will die.His adjutant should immediately take over the position of chief general.Whether to continue to attack or retreat should be decided immediately.However, that adjutant seemed to be even more unlucky than his general.Not long after the attack started.A piece of iron egg from a flowering bomb collapsed into the eye and hung up.And after the two died.The rest are the three thousand households in charge.But they are equals.In this urgent moment, no one is convinced.For a long time, I couldn't tell a reason.

This situation was supposed to be dealt with.As long as the leading generals in the war are killed.You can directly ask for gold and withdraw troops.The issue is.hehe.The gong used by Mingjin to withdraw troops was also damaged by the shells fired from the gate of Songjiang Prefecture.

finally.5000 people went there.Half of the people died under the gate of Songjiang Mansion.And the other half of the people who went back were all wounded.

"The man leading the troops is actually so close to the city. He's a dead end." After Zhang Fan heard this.asked in surprise.Although he thought that this siege battle would definitely be lost.But he never expected to lose so badly.

"My lord. This is not the second general who leads the troops. He has some skills. He is also good at running the army. It's just that this person is usually too arrogant. In addition, the lord has warned him before. He didn't care. Now Something happened. I want to save face." The scout continued to report to Zhang Fanhui. "Before he died. Although the terracotta warriors under him didn't have any advantages, they didn't die too many. And although he was a little impulsive this time, he was still very clear-headed in the marching formation. His position. The bows and arrows shot from the city gate of Songjiang Mansion will never kill him, not to mention those explosive bullets with a shorter range."

"Then what's going on?" Zhang Fan asked.

"This..." That person didn't know how to answer Zhang Fan.

"My lord. In fact, the matter is like this." Wang Meng continued the man's words. "The bows used by my Ming Dynasty are almost all Turkic bows. Although this kind of bow has little pulling power, it is not very powerful. It also has a fast rate of fire. It is also very easy to aim. Especially for cavalry. But its distance It's too short. It's only thirty steps away. Thirty steps away. It hits the body without armor. Although it can penetrate into the flesh, the wound is not very deep. It is estimated that even the arrow can't catch it.

"But the bow used by the Fusang people is much heavier than the bow I made. Although it has a great pulling force, it takes a lot of strength to shoot an arrow. It is not suitable for cavalry at all. But its range is longer than the bow I made It is nearly double the distance. It has reached about fifty paces. And the arrows used are heavier than the ones I used. But their penetrating power is very strong. Even thin iron armor can It shoots through. And it is very stable after going out. It is not too affected by the wind."

After listening to Wang Meng's explanation.Only then did Zhang Fan understand.Feelings are different because of national conditions.The choice of weapons is also different.for a long time.The biggest hidden danger of the Ming Dynasty was the Yuanmeng Remnant Party in the north.Those Tartars.Ming emperors of each generation.Even in the fatuous.Also dare not relax in this regard.The Tartars are obviously good at cavalry.But against the cavalry.Infantry can't do it.Cavalry must also be used.Therefore, this weapon can be aimed and shot quickly at once.Moreover, the fast-firing bow also became the choice of a large number of equipment for the Ming Dynasty army.

And Fusang?Maybe it has something to do with the character of the people there.The weapons used are relatively good.Whether it is bow and arrow or sword.Basically a single cut is fatal.

The situation is known.But Zhang Fan didn't think knowing the situation would help the status quo.The bows and arrows of Japanese pirates have a longer range than theirs.And the arrows are also very powerful.Even if you shoot the limbs instead of the torso.It is estimated that the arms or legs will also have to be scrapped.This can only be very unfavorable with the situation where one can launch an attack before one's own people have entered the range.

And if the Japanese pirates really went crazy and plan to garrison in Songjiang City.That would be a lot of trouble.With the resources of Songjiang Prefecture.These 3000 people live for a whole year without any problem.Siege will definitely cause huge casualties.certainly.Whether it is arrows or gunpowder, there will always be a day when it will be used up.But wait until then.It is not yet known how many casualties there will be.This is absolutely not allowed.

but.Still the same as before.Zhang Fan didn't think the Japanese pirates would stay in the Songjiang Mansion forever.Since they came to Daming to harass Ashikaga Yoshiaki this time to blame other daimyos.Naturally, the more damage caused, the better.How could it be limited to these three state capitals.

Moreover, Zhang Fan has not heard any news from the Japanese pirates that a certain daimyo from Fusang organized this attack.It didn't work out.But it sent nearly ten thousand people to die.I'm afraid no one will do that.

now.Zhang Fan has tried to block the way for them to merge.After Zhejiang received Zhang Fan's warrant.It is estimated that warships have been dispatched to patrol the sea between Songjiang Mansion and Ningbo Mansion.There was also a message from Ying Tianfu.Hai Rui didn't wait for Zhang Fan's order at all.Knowing that the Japanese pirates were aggressively attacking him, he immediately began to mobilize the army of Nanzhili as a governor.Now Zhang Fan's orders were in Hai Rui's hands.Hai Rui also had absolutely no intention of being ambiguous or haggling.Last night, he led his men and horses and drove straight to this side.

After all, Zhang Fan had no experience in leading troops to fight.Although read several Art of War.But now it was the best defense he could think of.and.His orders also look good.It almost cut off the connection between the Japanese pirates who attacked from the three parties.The rest waited until Qi Jiguang came.It must be able to solve this matter quickly.

Thinking about something.Liang Chao ran in from the door.He came to Zhang Fan and said, "My lord, the imperial decree has come."

After Zhang Fan heard it.He quickly stood up and straightened his clothes.Ready to take orders.But he found that Liang Chao was still standing there.Can't help but ask: "Is there anything more important than receiving the order?"

"Humble... my lord..." Liang Chao groaned for a while.He opened his mouth and said: "My lord. I heard from the father-in-law who delivered the decree. He met His Highness and his party on the road. But...but..."

"But what. Could it be that something happened to His Highness?" Zhang Fan asked quickly.After all, Zhu Yijun has a special status.If something happened to him.Many people will lose their heads.

"Your Highness is fine," Liang Chao said. "It's just...it's just that Miss Yue disappeared."

"What?" Zhang Fan cried out.