Elegy of Tang Dynasty

Chapter 317 How can you fish without wearing a helmet?

A rising sun slowly rose from the east, becoming the background of this group of cavalry.

After a wet and cold night's march, Fang Chongyong led more than two thousand cavalry members of the Silver Spear Xiaojie Army through a long, narrow and winding canyon, and the scenery in front of him suddenly opened up.

I just felt a warmth coming from my back.

On the green grassland, there are countless cattle and sheep. Leisurely herdsmen on horseback wandered around carelessly.

Not far away is a Tibetan army camp, with tents inside and wooden fences surrounding the outside. For the convenience of grazing, the gate is completely open at this moment, and there are no soldiers patrolling.

To say that the Tibetan people are very defensive, even dogs would not believe it.

Fang Chongyong couldn't help but look back at the canyon behind him, and saw that at the foot of the mountains on both sides, there was a sea of ​​flowers all over the mountains and fields, with countless colorful flowers. Under the reflection of the morning sun, it seemed like a fairyland on earth.

"It's a pity. It was so dark at night that I didn't see anything."

Fang Chongyong couldn't help but mutter to himself, regretting that he had missed the beautiful scenery in life. He immediately said to the two dragons of Yuanmen beside him: "Blow the horn and destroy the Tibetan army camp ahead!"

Woooooooo!

The desolate horn sounded. When the Tibetan herdsmen heard the sound, they hurriedly rode towards the camp. However, before they had time to return to camp, they were shot down by the bows and arrows of the Silver Spear Xiaojie Army scouts!

The soldiers beside Fang Chongyong shouted!

The various units of the Silver Spear Xiaojie Army began to gather their troops.

He Changqi, who was holding the formation at the back of the cavalry team, hurriedly rushed to the front, and the opponent Chongyong yelled.

Under the protection of several soldiers, Fang Chongyong stepped aside and let He Changqi lead the troops to charge into the camp.

You will follow this section to kill the enemy! "

This knife really hit the Tubo army in the waist!

ha? south? Aren't these people trying to guard against the Heyuan Army?

He Changqi clasped his fists and left.

He Changqi rode over and asked softly.

Don't think about these pots and pans, they will all be yours after the war is over!

The saint will also reward you with a palace maid! "

Fang Chongyong was stunned for a moment, confused by this sudden hand.

"Shuai Fang! There are Tibetan cavalry coming from the south along the Baoku River! There are quite a few of them!"

And these captured things will probably be used to reward the three armies in the near future, including of course the Silver Spear Xiaojie Army. Therefore, since we can control the overall situation after this wave of operations, we must try our best to ensure that the captured materials are intact, and do not burn them if possible.

According to the prisoners' confession, their troops were divided into two places. One was responsible for monitoring the Heyuan Army going north, and the other was guarding the valley road where Guo Jun led his troops south from Menyuan. It was exactly as you predicted in advance. "

A group of cavalry galloped on horseback and soon arrived at the mother river of the Datong area: Baoku River.

The Tibetan army that defended the Tang army from going south from Qianyuan must have been ambushing at the mouth of the valley where the Baoku River flows.

"Go, go, go, go to me. The more you want to make money, the faster you will die. In the Battle of Longyou, the Silver Spear Xiaojie Army had the most military exploits. How much is this little grain from the Tubo people worth?"

“The rear team becomes the front team and the horses’ heads are turned around.

The direction in which the Silver Spear Xiaojie Army appeared was due east of the Datong area. The Tibetan army in the Datong area needs to defend the marching valley road connecting Qiyuan in the north, as well as the Heyuan army in the south. With the troops already divided, how could they find the troops to defend the entrance of the valley to the east?

Sure enough, half an hour later, He Changqi came to report back. The entire army beheaded 500 people and seized all the baggage. This is a logistics base for the Tibetan army in the Datong area, and there are not many troops stationed at all.

Fang Chongyong picked up the iron trumpet and shouted to the soldiers who were chirping and looking at the Tubo people's wealth but did not dare to reach out: "Get on your horse and mount it for me. Those who dare to take it will have their hands chopped off!"

He Changqi said with admiration.

Fang Chongyong drew out the Swift Wind Phantom Knife and shouted at He Changqi.

They galloped to the front of the group that had turned around, and saw that a few hundred meters away, the Tibetan army had already formed its formation. The troops were neat and tidy, not like a bunch of fish. They looked quite impressive, and the size was estimated to be no less than ten thousand people.

If it were not for the treasures of the Tibetan army, the Silver Spear Xiaojie Army would have burned the food and supplies here in Datong, and this battle would have been a complete victory.

From here, go straight north along the Baoku River to a fork. Going straight west is the mountain range where the Baoku River originates; continuing north, you can reach the western mountain pass of Qiyuan. This road is also the main road connecting Qiyuan and Datong.

"You said we are outnumbered, how can we fight?

rush! Don't divide your forces, I am invincible! Kill the enemy and win! "

"Order!"

"Commander Ji, the enemy is outnumbered and we are outnumbered, how can we fight this battle?"

"Commander, quickly form a formation to meet the enemy!"

Fang Chongyong held a knife and pointed at the Tubo army formation in the distance.

However, the direction of their ambush was to prevent the Chishui Army from crossing the valley from the north and going south, but not to prevent the Tang Army from stabbing them in the back from the south!

Fang Chongyong's roundabout attack could be said to have hit the most painful part of the Tubo people.

Fang Zhongyong pulled out the Swift Wind Phantom Sword, pointed in the north direction and said.

"There are Tibetan heads in the north waiting for you to take them. Each head carries a lot of money."

"Kill!" "Kill!" "Kill!"

"Understood!"

This river, like the Datong River, originates from the same mountain range, but flows in a different direction. It can be regarded as a cousin.

"All the baggage and goods have been put down. Now the whole army is marching north. First, cut off one of the Tibetan people's fingers."

Seeing that Fang Chongyong was silent, He Changqi yelled at him anxiously.

"Shuai Fang, there are no cities to capture in Datong. The Tubo people are either wooden fortresses or tents.

While shouting, Fang Chongyong picked up his whip and whipped the horses of the soldiers walking behind him, driving the Qiu Ba people northward like cattle and sheep.

"Follow Jieshuai and eat nine meals a day.

He Changqi swallowed his saliva and said, unable to hide the fear in his heart.

"Guan Chongsi, come to my side as the flag officer and fly my military flag!"

Fang Chongyong shouted to Guan Chongsi who was not far away.

Soon, the largest flag in the Tang Army's standard was erected, with a huge "square" written on it, and five small characters "Silver Spear Filial Piety Army" written vertically on the right side of the square.

"The two dragons of Yuanmen, blow the horn!"

Fang Chongyong yelled.

Woooooooooooooo!

The horn sounded in the Silver Spear Xiaojie Army, but the cavalry of the Tubo Army moved first!

Fang Chongyong's heart sank, and he felt that the army on the opposite side was not like the ones he had killed before, and seemed a little difficult to deal with. But it's too late to say anything now. When we meet on a narrow road, the brave will win. There's nothing more to say. Let's talk about it after we finish it!

The two cavalry faced each other and began to accelerate!

At this juncture, a Udo stone bullet was fired from the enemy formation in the distance. By coincidence, it hit the handsome flagpole with the word "square" written on it!

The flagpole broke and the flag fell to the ground!

Fang Zhongyong, who was one horse behind, had quick eyesight and quick hands. He stepped on the stirrup and fished out the flag, clamped it firmly under his arm, held half of the flagpole tightly with one hand, and raised it above his head! "The Silver Spear Filial Piety Army is blessed by the gods!

What can your evil tricks do to me? "

Fang Chongyong roared towards the front.

Seeing the commander's flag fall down and then being put up again, the cavalry of the Silver Spear Xiaojie Army suddenly felt like they were being helped by a god. The morale of the Tubo army dropped visibly, and their sprint speed seemed to have slowed down.

Clang!

The two cavalry teams collided with each other, and the one at the front suddenly fell on his back!

The Silver Spear Xiaojie Army was like a sharp knife, cutting apart the ranks of the Tubo Army. The Tubo soldiers in front were either dead or injured, and the formation was instantly in chaos!

The reason why Fang Chongyong rushed to the front this time was to take the banner of the commander of the Tibetan Central Army! As long as the general is defeated and the flag is captured, there will be no suspense in this battle. Otherwise, if it drags on for a long time, it will only increase casualties.

The further they are delayed, the more disadvantageous it will be to the Silver Spear Xiaojie Army, which has an absolute disadvantage in terms of soldiers.

Yuanmen Erlong and He Changqi, like bodyguards, chopped down the Tibetan cavalry blocking Fang Chongyong to the ground. The sharpness of their line as sharp knives is unstoppable.

Close! Closer! Fang Chongyong saw a tiger's head hanging on the flag of the Tubo military commander not far away. He couldn't help but notice it!

At this moment, the commander-in-chief of the Tibetan army under Shuai calmly took up his bow and shot an arrow. The arrow was like a shooting star, piercing the lintel of Fang Chongyong's gate!

puff!

The arrow penetrated into the helmet, and blood flowed from Fang Chongyong's forehead, blinding one of his eyes. He Changqi and Yuanmen Erlong were both stunned, wondering what was happening to Fang Chongyong on the horse.

From the appearance, Fang Chongyong seemed to have been "shot in the head" by a Tibetan sharpshooter. The arrow stuck in his helmet looked particularly scary at first glance.

“The Tubo bow is weak and cannot kill me!

The thief opposite is waiting. I will not be a human being until I behead you today! "

Fang Chongyong threw the handsome flag in his left hand to He Changqi, who was not far away, and asked him to help hold it. He pointed the phantom sword at the stunned Tibetan army commander not far away and cursed.

"Fang Jie is handsome and brave! This battle will be won!"

The two dragons of Yuanmen shouted in unison!

"Must win!" "Must win!" "Must win!" "Must win!"

The sound of victory spread quickly like a plague. Every cavalry member of the Silver Spear Xiaojie Army shouted in unison. The Tibetan soldiers around him were all frightened, retreated, turned around and ran away!

Seeing that the situation was not good, the Tibetan army commander also turned his horse and prepared to run away. But before the flag officer beside him had time to turn around, he was shot into a hedgehog by the Yuanmen Erlong who were ready to attack. The handsome flag with a tiger's head fell to the ground and was trampled by the attacking Silver Spear Xiaojie Army cavalry.

Fang Chongyong caught up with the Tibetan army general who was panicking, raised a sword with his right hand, and used the impact of the horse to behead the man!

The head flew up into the air and was caught by He Changqi, who was not far away.

"Fang Jieshuai, I will keep this for you first..."

He Changqi looked at Fang Chongyong and shouted excitedly. Then he saw that the other person's face was covered with blood and he slowly lay down on the horse. It seemed that he could no longer hold on anymore.

"Fang Jie is handsome!"

He Changqi was frightened, but when he saw Fang Chongyong remained calm and stretched out his hand to give him an "OK" gesture, he carefully guarded him. The two horses' speed became slower and slower, and they fell to the end of the team. side.

The sound of fighting slowly faded away, and the Silver Spear Xiaojie Army began to divide into a pursuit team of a hundred people, chasing the defeated Tibetan army in all directions, and the sounds of crying for father and mother could be heard everywhere.

The battle is over, and now it’s time to grab heads.

At this moment, the phrase "defeated like a mountain" perfectly describes the situation on the battlefield. Although the Silver Spear Xiaojie Army had few soldiers, the Tubo Army lost its organizational structure after its morale was shattered. The general was beheaded by the formation, the commander's flag was cut down, and they were like a piece of loose sand, running around on the battlefield.

Although this Tubo army was killed by many soldiers of the Silver Spear Xiaojie Army, more of them were trampled to death, even by their own people.

He Changqi helped Fang Chongyong to sit down next to a boulder. Only then did he hear the bold and careful Fang Jie Commander sigh and say: "Go back and find out which craftsman made the helmet that this Commander is wearing. There will be many rewards." . I will repay you with a spring of water for saving your life."

"Fang Jieshuai, are you really okay?"

He Changqi asked with lingering fear.

"Nonsense, of course Shuai is fine in this section. If something happens, can I still speak now?"

Fang Chongyong's face twitched and he replied.

After the high-pressure period passed, he only felt the pain where the arrow hit his forehead was so painful that it made him grin.

Many people in the army saw Fang Chongyong's injury. Soon, the medical officer of the Silver Spear Xiaojie Army found them. After observing the wound, he decisively pulled out the arrow, applied wound medicine, and wrapped the wound with boiled linen.

It looked like a fatal situation, but upon examination it was found that he had only minor injuries. This well-informed medical officer also had to lament the wonder of fate.

The three of them picked up the helmets with arrows stuck in them and took a look. They were immediately proud of Datang's armor.

It is worthy of being produced by the top workshop of the Tang Dynasty, and the armaments produced are indeed of high quality.

In order to prevent arrows from breaking the armor, the craftsmen of Chang'an added a layer of forged iron and a layer of thick cowhide in the form of a "patch" to the area between the eyebrows of the helmet. The Tubo army commander's arrow hit the place with the thickest protection.

Although it still penetrated the helmet, the bows and arrows in the Tubo army were not very good. After the arrow broke through the armor, almost all its kinetic energy was consumed. It only scratched a little skin on the forehead. It was just to prevent tetanus, so it was not a big deal.

Of course, with such a big wound, disfigurement is probably inevitable. Fortunately, Fang Chongyong himself is not an incredibly handsome person. On the contrary, he is more in line with Qiu Ba's aesthetics.

"Fang Jieshuai, are you okay?"

Guan Chongsi, Yuanmen Erlong, and numerous generals from the Yinqian Xiaojie Army gathered around to check on Fang Chongyong's injury. Although this battle was quite thrilling several times, it was still a complete victory in the end, especially because the Tubo general's arrow did not kill Fang Chongyong, and his morale collapsed.

Documents in Tubo often describe someone who is surrounded by ghosts and gods to help them, and they also describe vividly what kind of ghosts and gods they are.

For example, the Tubo people described Xue Rengui as being surrounded by four gods to help him.

The general in the Tubo army who was good at shooting could not kill Fang Chongyong with a direct "headshot", which immediately made the Tubo soldiers think that Fang Chongyong was surrounded by ghosts and gods to help him. When the war reaches this point, it is already beyond human power, and there is no point in continuing to fight.

"If anyone goes fishing in the future, he must remember to wear a helmet."

Fang Chongyong suddenly said something meaningless. Hearing this, the generals around him looked at each other in shock, not knowing why Fang Chongyong said this.

Fortunately, this Commander Fang Jie is quite generous on weekdays, and he is also very reliable in battles. His tendency to say incomprehensible things is just a minor flaw, so just pretend you don't hear him.

“Why do you need to wear a helmet when fishing?”

He Changqi asked, stroking his round head.

Fang Chongyong waved his hand, signaling him to shut up and not interrupt him.

"The main force of the Tibetan army should be completely wiped out. Gather the soldiers and go south in an hour. Sweep them all the way. We will join the Heyuan army."

Fang Chongyong's face was covered with traces of blood at this moment. Even though it had been scrubbed away by the medical officer, he still looked a little ferocious.

"Order!"

After the generals took the order and left, Fang Chongyong stood up and stretched.

"This is so damn good! It's like licking blood from the edge of a knife!"

He couldn't help but feel waves of fear.

The battlefield is fierce and dangerous. Who dares to say that he can never be killed?

But for him, the battle of Longyou is over. Next, the Silver Spear Xiaojie Army will return to Liangzhou to replenish its troops.

(End of this chapter)