At the end of the Sui Dynasty

Chapter 581 Formation, Battle!
Lu Sheng's show off was only a few minutes long, but the shock to Dou Jun was much greater than expected. From Dou Jiande to ordinary soldiers, they couldn't calm down for a long time.

What is the gap?

This is the gap!

This kind of feeling is like a bronze warrior who suddenly meets a god-level master. Although the opponent didn't hit you, he frightened you out of your wits as soon as he showed his weapon.

Of course, such an analogy may be a bit exaggerated, but at this moment Dou Jun was shocked indeed, and the originally high morale dropped by several percent in an instant.

At this moment, Dou Jiande was frightened and a little helpless. Although he expected to know that Youzhou was very rich, he didn't expect Gao Changqing to be so rich. This kid also has an armored cavalry under his command.

At this time, even a strong-willed hero like Dou Jiande would inevitably feel a sense of frustration.

This kid Gao Changqing was born in the royal family of the Northern Qi Dynasty, and he also got the support of aristocratic families like the Youyan Seven Surnames and the Qinghe Cui Clan. He needed money, food, and equipment.Dou Jiande was originally ambitious to send his troops to the north, but at this moment he suddenly felt that in front of Gao Bufan, he was as ridiculous as a kid wielding a dung fork!
A gust of cold wind blew, and Dou Jiande shivered. He also woke up from the depression, and at the same time realized that his state was very bad. He shouted loudly: "Pass my order, set up camp in place!"

Dou Jiande originally wanted to launch the first wave of attack in one go, but at this moment the morale of the three armies was shaken, so he had to camp for a while, otherwise the possibility of losing the first battle is very high.

Ling Jing is the chief adviser under Dou Jiande's command, and he couldn't help saying to Song Zhengben at this time: "It is rumored that this Gao Changqing is a general who has descended to the earth, and now it seems that it should not be underestimated. A small move has severely damaged our morale. We must not accept it! "

Song Zhengben sighed and said: "The reason is that our strength is far inferior to the Youzhou army. If we can coexist peacefully with Youzhou for a while, I suggest that the general should seek peace, and we will plan for Youzhou after we have accumulated enough strength. .”

Ling Jing shook his head and smiled wryly: "I'm afraid it will be very difficult. The general is obviously determined to win this time, and Gao Changqing is not easy to deal with. Without considerable benefits, it is impossible to agree to seek peace."

Song Zhengben nodded in agreement and said: "That's true. What you can't get on the battlefield is impossible to get on the negotiating table. Hejian County is the bottom line of the general, and Gao Changqing's appetite is probably not limited to Hejian County. , now we will definitely not be able to reach an agreement, we can only decide the outcome on the battlefield."

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The early winter morning is cold, and the wilderness is filled with mist like light smoke. The winter wheat in the field is nearly a foot high, and it is a pleasant green.

Under the winter sun, several eagles hovered in the blue sky, and an army was marching unhurriedly through the fields, in order, and everyone was careful to prevent the livestock in the team from trampling or stealing the young crops on the roadside.

The military discipline of the Youzhou Army is strict, and it is expressly stipulated that, except for special circumstances, it is forbidden to trample on and destroy the young crops. If the young crops are destroyed, the person responsible will be punished according to the size of the damage. The maximum penalty is beheading, so the Youzhou Army From the generals to the general soldiers, they dare not commit crimes.

The north wind is majestic, and in the marching team there is a handsome flag with the word "Gao" waving in the wind. The handsome flag is like a forest of guns and a knife like a sea. A young man in military uniform is riding on a big green horse with sharp eyebrows and bright eyes. He is full of heroic spirit. With a sunny and calm temperament, he is the governor of Youzhou - Gao Changqing.

At this time, a fast horse rushed up from behind the team, and all the soldiers stepped aside when they saw it.

This fast horse is obviously a messenger from Youzhou Mansion, because he has a purple triangular flag representing Youzhou Mansion on his back, and Gao Bufan also has his own personal flag, which is a red, yellow and blue triangular flag. The colored flag represents the supreme authority of Youzhou.

At this time, the messenger had already rushed to Gao Bufan's horse, turned over and fell off the horse, gave a one-knee salute, and said loudly: "My lord, a letter from Youzhou Prefecture, Mayi County Ying Yanglang killed the horse at the end of last month by Liu Wuzhou." Wang Rengong, the prefect of Yi County, who calls himself the prefect, officially raises the flag against the Sui Dynasty!"

Gao Bufan nodded and said, "Understood."

The messenger didn't stop there either, and immediately remounted and left.

Since Gao Bufan, the lord of Youzhou, personally led the army to the south, Wei Zheng and Du Ruhui presided over the Youzhou Mansion. As long as they think it is important information, they will send messengers to notify Gao Bufan in time.

Mayi County is the Shuozhou area of ​​Shanxi Province. It is not far from Youzhou, but it is not too close, and it is separated by the Taihang Mountains. In the short term, it does not have much interest in Youzhou. However, Liu Wuzhou killed Wang Rengong The impact of the rebellion will not be small, it is not a trivial matter, so Wei Zheng and Du Ruhui immediately sent someone to notify Gao Bufan after learning about it.

"It's a pity that Wang Rengong died at the hands of Liu Wuzhou!" Gao Bufan shook his head and ordered the army to move on.

Liu Wuzhou is very utilitarian and a typical egoist. He killed the prefect Wang Rengong to stand on his own. Gao Bufan is not surprising, but Mayi County is just to the north of Taiyuan County. It depends on how Li Yuan moves.

Li Yuan has been keeping a low profile, and forbearance has not caused any incidents until now. This determination has to be admired, but now someone in Mayi County under his rule has rebelled. If he wants to continue to hide his power, he must send troops to suppress Liu Wuzhou, otherwise Yang Guang He won't spare him, but Gao Bufan thinks that Li Yuan may be more likely to take the opportunity to rebel.

Closer to home, let's say that Gao Bufan continued to lead his army south, and finally arrived at Qilijing two days later. The mighty military appearance really shocked Dou Jun again.

In the early morning of the second day, Gao Bufan rode his horse to the Dou Army's camp alone, and smiled at the Dou Army soldiers guarding the camp gate, and said, "Gao Changqing in Lower Youzhou, please come out and see you, General Dou!"

The soldiers of the Dou army were taken aback. This young man with bright eyes, red lips and white teeth, and a gentle smile in front of him turned out to be Gao Changqing, the famous governor of Youzhou?
"Director Gao, wait a moment, I will report in here!" Although the leader of the soldiers guarding the gate of the camp was skeptical, he still respectfully bowed his hands and returned the salute, and then hurriedly reported in.

After a while, the gate of Dou's barracks opened, and a rider came out from behind the gate, with a lion's nose and wide mouth, it was Dou Jiande.

Seeing that Gao Bufan was riding alone, Dou Jiande also left his soldiers behind and rode up to Gao Bufan alone. Their eyes met, which was a bit complicated.

"General Dou, long time no see, your demeanor is even better than before, congratulations!" Gao Bufan clasped his fists and smiled.

Dou Jiande snorted coldly and said: "Gao Changqing, let's stop talking about these useless things, just speak up if you have something to say, fight if you want, no need to talk nonsense!"

The day before yesterday, he was hit by the three thousand Youzhou animal-patterned Qingqi cavalry, and today he was shot by the Youzhou army with a strong military appearance. Dou Jiande was in an extremely unhappy mood at the moment, so his mouth was full of gunpowder.

Gao Bufan looked calm, and asked sincerely: "Is Xian Niang here?"

Dou Jiande immediately became vigilant: "Why are you looking for Xianniang, kid? Don't forget that you are already married, so don't think about trying to get Xianniang again."

"Xian Niang is your daughter, but she is also my woman!"

Dou Jiande was furious and said: "Fart, Gao Changqing, you kid still has the face to say, you...don't even think about daydreaming!"

Gao Bufan sighed and said, "General Dou, is there really no room for maneuver in this matter?"

A trace of imperceptible shrewdness flashed in Dou Jiande's eyes, and he said calmly: "Gao Changqing, if you really feel sorry for Xianniang, you should immediately lead your troops back to Zhuojun, and never send a single soldier south. I can think about it." Your marriage to Xian Niang."

Dou Jiande was originally ambitious and planned to annex Youzhou, but after seeing the powerful lineup of Youzhou Army with his own eyes, his confidence was obviously shaken. Now he just wants to take Hejian County into his pocket and everything will be fine. think.

Gao Bufan shook his head and said: "This is impossible. Even if I agree, the soldiers under my command will not agree. General Dou must be very clear about this."

Dou Jiande's complexion darkened, and he said angrily: "Then what's the nonsense, let's see the truth!" After speaking, he turned his horse's head and left angrily.

Gao Bufan frowned, since the words were not speculative, then there was nothing to talk about, we had to beat the old man first, and talk later, obviously it would be easier.

Ever since, Gao Bufan turned his horse's head back to the camp, and shouted at Pei Xingyan and other generals: "Array, let's fight!"

Pei Xingyan couldn't help but secretly heaved a sigh of relief. Originally, he was worried that Gao Bufan would act emotionally and compromised to Dou Jiande for the sake of Dou Xianniang. Fortunately, Changqing was still sensible and did not do so.Even if Changqing made a concession, no one would say anything, but this would undoubtedly damage his prestige.

With the sound of fierce war drums, the two sides lined up and confronted each other several miles apart, and a big battle was about to break out...

(End of this chapter)