Shuhan

The heavy armored infantry of the Han army and the heavily armored camp of the Wei army met on the battlefield. Soldiers on both sides were wearing heavy iron armor, as if they were two moving iron walls.

When these two powerful forces came into contact, a deafening metallic collision broke out in an instant.

clang clang ~
Spears, swords and shields clashed in the air, sparks flying.

"Kill the straight bitch and thief!"

"I am not afraid of anything!"

"Ahhhhhhh~"

Every impact was accompanied by roars and groans from the soldiers, and every swing of the sword could take away a life.

On the battlefield, blood mist filled the air, and broken limbs and remains were flying in the air, forming a thrilling scene of blood and flesh flying everywhere.

The heavy armored infantry of the Han army advanced forward with firm steps and strict formation. Their armor shone coldly in the sun, as if they were unstoppable.

The Wei army's heavily armored camp tore apart the Han army's defense line with powerful impact.

The battle situation was tilting in the Wei army's favor.

After the Han army's formation, Wei Yan frowned.

"I'm afraid Lu Bu's trap back then was nothing more than this, right?"

The ambition to be trapped in a battle will lead to death but not life.

Those Wei troops were really brave and fearless of death.

The attacking Wei army suffered numerous casualties, but they continued to charge.

"General, beware of the military formation being breached and the Wei army attacking from both sides."

The role of units such as trapped in the camp is to use the heavy armored infantry as a spear to attack the enemy's ranks during a battle in the infantry formation, break into the enemy's interior, and break through the enemy's formation, causing the enemy's troops to be in disarray and preventing the enemy's commander from being able to be effective in a timely manner. command.

With this advantage, the remaining troops then assisted from the flanks and attacked the enemy's flanks.

During the Warring States Period, this method of breaking the enemy's formation was called "trapping the formation", and its military exploits were comparable to those of the "first to board" soldiers who stormed the city. Therefore, the ancients specifically called this kind of army "trapping the formation".

Therefore, as a trapped legion, they are often comparable to the existence of death squads. If they can successfully trap the enemy, they will definitely make the enemy army collapse at the first touch.

But on the contrary, once this legion, which is composed of the elite of the army, fails in battle, it will definitely shake the morale of the entire army. Therefore, the selection requirements for the trapped camp in the past dynasties are extremely strict.

Even in the Sui Dynasty, the famous general Yang Su, in order to succeed in the first battle, ordered that all those who failed to succeed in the battle would be executed.

Therefore, the soldiers used to set up battles at that time needed soldiers at the level of ancient special forces.

Zhang Liao's troops were trapped in the camp. This sergeant must be the best among the best, and the same is true for the armor on his body.

There were many infantry armors in the late Han Dynasty, but the ones with the most outstanding defensive capabilities and area were undoubtedly the basin-collar iron helmets or sleeve armors.

Tube-sleeved armor means that the two sleeves of the armor are barrel-shaped and surround the upper arm. It protects the upper arm better and can prevent the armpits and upper arms from being hit by arrows when the hand is raised.

Basin-collar iron armor, as the name suggests, means that the collar of the iron armor is equipped with an iron basin to protect the neck. The collar of the helmet equipped with this type of armor is relatively short.

These two kinds of armor are the most powerful armors in this era. Hundreds of people wearing them can directly transform into supermen in the late Han Dynasty.

If the formation is trapped and broken, with this advantage, the remaining troops can then assist from the flanks and attack the enemy's two flanks. Not to mention an army that is not elite, even an elite army may be dispersed.

Of course, as the saying goes, "a good horse deserves a good saddle." This kind of armor is extremely heavy, and it is difficult for ordinary soldiers to bear the weight. It must be worn by soldiers who have been in battle for a long time and have strong bodies, otherwise it cannot be used flexibly.

Therefore, even with Zhang Liao's strength, there were only a few hundred people in the camp.

At the same time, the trapped camp is also equipped with a spear to better break through the enemy's formation.

"How could I not know this?" Wei Jun was aggressive, but Wei Yan was still very calm at this moment.

Although the Han army's military formation was almost penetrated by the trapped camp, there was still a second line of defense.

There are cavalry cruising on both wings, so they are not afraid of surprise attacks.

Besides
He is not seeking victory in this battle.

Instead, they wanted to hold Zhang Liao back and buy Zhao Yun time.

"Although the trapped camp is strong, their manpower is sometimes poor, and they won't be able to hold on for long."

On the other side of the chariot, Zhang Liao obviously saw the situation ahead.

"The trapped camp is exhausted, and the Han army's formation has not been dispersed."

Zhang Liao frowned slightly.

In fact, it was extremely deep to rush into the enemy's position for more than 200 steps. However, the Han army's formation was deeper than this, and it was charged by heavy armored infantry. There was no large-scale panic. This is an elite soldier. ah!

"This Commander-in-Chief of Hanzhong seems to have some skills in leading troops." Zhang Liao sighed with pity.

If it weren't for the elite, being trapped in the camp at this moment would already be a meritorious service.

But he wasn't in a hurry.

Although Zhang Liao wanted to defeat the Han army in one battle, he defeated Wei Yan and Zhang Fei, and defeated Zhang Fei and the Han prince Liu Chan.

His more than 10,000 elite troops cannot withstand such consumption.

At least we have to wait until the main follow-up Wei army arrives before we can regain Guanzhong.

His current military strength is completely insufficient.

The Han army is not the Wu army.

Liu Chan is not Sun Quan either.

With eight hundred to one hundred thousand, I'm afraid it can only happen once in life.

"Ming Jin!" There was nothing he could do, so Zhang Liao didn't force it.

"No!" The flag bearer waved the flag immediately.

woohoo~
The sound of the Wei army's gold ringing sounded, and the trapped camp that rushed into the Han army's formation slowly retreated. The formation was so obvious that Wei Yan gave up his intention to pursue the victory.

"Besiege the city, build siege equipment, and prepare to attack the city!"

Zhao Yun is now marching on the edge of the Wei River. How can he remain unnoticed without attracting Wei Jun's attention to Zheng County?

Zheng County was managed by Zhang Liao for more than ten days. The upper and lower walls had been fortified, and a series of defensive facilities such as trenches, pits, horse barriers, acropolis, and forts had been built.

Now Zheng County is like a hedgehog covered with barbs, and the Han army has to eat it.

of course
It doesn’t have to be eaten.

As long as it can trap the people inside.

In Zheng County, Zhang Liao's eyes were very deep and his face was slightly worried.

The trapped camp that had been victorious against the Wu army failed when it came to the Han army. Zhang Liao felt a little melancholy and heavy in his heart.

"Have you figured out the details of the other side?"

"There are more than 20,000 Han troops outside the city, and there is also a Han army going up the Wei River, probably to cross Weibei and capture Zuo Fengyi."

There are more than 20,000 people, which probably includes the number of civilians.

"The Han army's siege equipment is too powerful to allow them to attack the city. At midnight tonight, three thousand men and horses will be selected to go out of the city for a sneak attack. If the Han army is unprepared, they will burn their camp. If they are prepared, they will break through the siege of the Han army and cross the Wei River to the Wei River. Let’s take a look at the situation.”

Zhengxian County and Chongquan Lianshao are at odds with each other. If Weibei is gone, he will no longer be able to guard Zhengxian County, but will retreat to Tongguan.

If the Han army captures Pubanjin, they can raid Tongguan and cut off his grain route.

There is insufficient food and grass in Zheng County. Whether Tongguan is lost or the logistics is cut off, this is something Zhang Liao cannot accept.

Although his generals are elite, if they have no food to eat, they have to give up their jobs.

"The general is the commander-in-chief and should not be moved lightly. This night attack will be left to the general."

The person who spoke was a middle-aged man wearing armor.

He was tall and burly, like a moving hill, giving people a strong sense of oppression. The skin has become dark and rough due to years of wind and sun, as if it were a hard stone that has been polished by time.

It was Zhang Liao's general Zhu Gai.

"It's quite dangerous to leave the city this time."

Zhu Gai patted his chest. Although his eyes were not big, they were bright and bright at the moment, revealing the light of determination and courage. The thick eyebrows lie above the eyes like two brushes, adding a bit of majesty.

"It is the fate of us generals to be wrapped in horse leather. Why should I, Zhu Gai, be afraid of dying in battle? Besides, the Han army may not be able to stop me after I leave the city, so what should I be afraid of?"

Zhang Liao was not a mother-in-law, so he immediately said: "If the night attack fails, go and rescue Zheng Hun."

Zheng Hun is loyal, but whether he is capable or not is a question mark.

With Zhu Gai going forward, the situation can be stabilized.

"promise!"

"Do you still remember the tactics I taught you?" Zhang Liao suddenly asked.

"The final general will naturally be clear. The way to fight is to use your energy to develop your politics. The false is based on color, the way is based on words, stop because of fear, act because of desire, step on the enemy's territory, and use official orders to control the enemy. "It's called tactics." "Very good, then let's send out troops!"

That night.

The night is dark and windy.

The city gate of Zheng County opened wide, and three thousand cavalry rushed out of the city, heading towards the Han army camp.

Halfway through the charge, the traces of Wei Jun were discovered.

"Raid!"

"The Wei army stole the camp!"

"Someone come quickly!"

"Kill, kill!"

The shouts of killing began to grow around him, and if he rushed forward, he might not be able to return.

But attacking the Han army camp at night was just a trick Zhu Gai tried out.

At this moment, he tried his best to attract the Han army, then suddenly turned back to the north, and then to the west. The destination was obviously the direction of the ferry.

However, when they arrived at the ferry, Zhu Gai's brows furrowed.

Such a big bridge was demolished by the Han army.

孽 孽!
There was not even a boat on the ferry.

Damn!

The Han army must be passing through Weibei.

The Han army was chasing after him. Now he could not go back to Zheng County, so he had to go to Tongguan first.

Everything in the world is very coincidental.

Zhao Yun's march originally wanted to travel quietly, and then after arriving at Tongguan, he captured Tongguan with lightning speed.

But some people don't let him keep a low profile.

"General, the Wei army is coming towards us."

Zhao Yun narrowed his eyes, put a piece of cake crust in his hand into his mouth, chewed it twice, drank it with hot water, and then spoke.

"Since someone is looking for death, let's collect this Wei army first."

The journey from Zheng County to Tongguan will take at least two days, and this is still a forced march.

If you can't come secretly, then you can show Zhang Liao your cards.

Let me see if you are guarding Zheng County or chasing after you!
"Tell the Commander-in-Chief of Hanzhong that if Zhang Wenyuan comes up in pursuit, he will also pursue him. We will attack from two sides and capture Zhang Wenyuan's troops first. If he does not dare to pursue, we will entangle Zhang Liao's troops and wait until I capture Tongguan before coming back. Capture Zheng County."

When marching and fighting, there are always variables, and nothing remains the same.

When variables come, a general must change according to the camera. Only then can he be called a famous general or a famous commander.

Those who remain unchanged are called mediocre generals.

"promise!"

"The rest of the people, the front army marched unchanged and headed to Tongguan as quickly as possible. The middle army formed a formation and the rear army ambush on both sides of the road. The cavalry was ready to circle behind the Wei army and surround it. No Wei army was allowed to leave. here!"

The simple pocket formation was set up, and they were waiting for the Wei army to arrive.

Being chased by the Han army behind him, Zhu Gai felt a little anxious.

But most of them are cavalry, and they are actually not afraid of the Han army's pursuit.

If the Han army disrupted its formation in order to pursue his unit, the former general Zhang Liao's wise and powerful force would definitely have sent troops.

He went to Tongguan, detoured to Pubanjin, and then went to Chongquan and Lianshao. Although the route was a little longer, fortunately there was no risk.

On a summer night, insects chirp and the night breeze blows.

Zhu Gai was marching on the official road, and it was so dark on both sides that he couldn't see very far.

The further he went, the more Zhu Gai felt frightened.

After thinking for a moment, Zhu Gaicai realized why he felt so frightened.

It's so quiet.

The sounds of insects all around disappeared.

Something is very wrong!

And when Zhu Gai felt something was wrong, it was already too late.

The night was dark, and in the dense forests on both sides of the official road, the Han army led by Zhao Yun lurked quietly like cheetahs. Their armor blended into the night, and only the cold light in their eyes flickered in the darkness, revealing a chilling aura.

In the distance, dust was flying, and three thousand Wei troops led by Zhu Gai slowly entered the ambush circle.

They were tired from marching all the way, but they did not expect that the God of Death had quietly arrived.

Zhao Yun's eyes were as bright as a torch as he stared at the Wei army who was getting closer and closer. The spear he held tightly in his hand trembled slightly as if he felt the fighting intent of his master.

"Get ready!" Zhao Yun ordered in a low voice. Although the voice was not loud, it was like thunder exploding in the ears of the Han soldiers in the silent night sky. They were refreshed, clenched the weapons in their hands, and leaned forward slightly, like beasts about to pounce on prey.

Finally, Wei Jun completely entered the ambush circle.

Zhao Yun's eyes flashed coldly, and he waved his hand suddenly and ordered: "Kill!"

Following this order, the Han soldiers rushed out from the dense forests on both sides like arrows and launched a fierce attack on the Wei army.

"Come on~"

"Kill~"

"Those who surrender will not be killed!"

In an instant, shouts of killing rang out, and the collision of swords and guns made a harsh metal collision.

"There is indeed an ambush!"

Zhu Gai had just noticed the abnormality, but it was already too late now.

The Wei army was caught off guard by this sudden attack, and their formation collapsed instantly.

"There's an ambush, run away!"

"Help~"

"Father! Mother!"

They shouted in terror, and the Wei army's formation collapsed.

"Don't panic, form a formation and leave!" Zhu Gai shouted loudly, trying to organize effective resistance.

But in the chaos, the role of generals is already minimal.

Facing the well-trained and high-morale Han army, a small number of Wei troops resisted, but their resistance seemed so weak.

Because Zhao Yun led his army specifically to rush towards the formed Wei troops.

"My sons, follow me and charge!"

Zhao Yun took the lead, charging into the enemy's formation with a spear and a leaping horse.

His spear shuttled through the enemy formation like a dragon, taking away the life of a Wei soldier every time he swung it. His figure moved quickly on the battlefield, as elusive as a bolt of lightning.

puff~
With one shot to seal his throat, Zhu Gai didn't even survive Zhao Yun's turn, and became a corpse on the battlefield.

"Don't let anyone go!"

This place is quite far away from Zheng County. If everyone can be killed or captured, the news will not be leaked.

Of course, it doesn't matter if it leaks.

The battle was extremely fierce, and the Wei soldiers fell one after another under the fierce attack of the Han army. Their blood dyed the official road red, and their severed limbs and remains were scattered on the ground.

The few surviving Wei soldiers fled in fear, but the Han soldiers pursued them and killed them one by one.

When the sun cleared up, the corpses and the strings of prisoners here showed the cruelty of war.

Zhao Yun did not waste any time and left the rest of the matter to Wei Yan's general, while he himself headed towards Tongguan.

time!

time!

He is also racing against time! (End of chapter)