Kai Fu Han

Chapter 39 Raid on the Jurchen Warship 1
October 29, 9 ([-] o'clock)
Liu Xinqi was studying the grain banknotes with Liu Zhimu and Zhou Xinyuan in the Liu family warehouse compound outside the city. Liu Xinbao suddenly rushed in and reported to Liu Xinqi: "A Jurchen warship has appeared in the outer sea and is already cruising outside Penglai Port. It’s been more than half an hour, and I don’t know what to do if I don’t leave or enter the port.”

When Liu Xinqi heard this, he quickly asked: "Are you sure there is only one ship?"

"There was only one ship within sight, and no other ships were seen." Liu Xinbao replied: "None of the merchant ships, fishing boats, or Zhao warships in Penglai Port left the port."

"It seems that the officials of Penglai City have other thoughts and dare not provoke the Jurchens easily." Liu Xinqi sighed.

"Different positions mean different ways to solve problems. The officials in Dengzhou are not clear about the situation in the sea, and it is right to be cautious. It does not necessarily mean that they have other ideas." Zhou Xinyuan and Liu Xinqi had a different view, saying: "If you can't win the battle, don't start it lightly."

"No matter what, if there is really only one warship, then this is our opportunity. It's really 'when you are sleepy, someone will hand you a pillow'. Liujiabao needs a ship." After Liu Xinqi finished speaking, he arranged for Liu Xinbao: "You Now go to Li Cang, Liu Xingang, and Liu Xiang and ask them to assemble the soldiers of their respective teams and assemble at the Penglai Port Pier."

"I'll go right away." After Liu Xinbao answered, he turned and ran out.

"Teacher, do you want to go and see with me?" Liu Xinqi invited Zhou Xinyuan.

"That's what I mean, let's see how you get this ship." Zhou Xinyuan replied.

Then the two of them went out together and walked towards the dock.

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Walking to the dock, Liu Xinqi saw that Luo County Lieutenant was also here, organizing military service in Penglai County to build defense.There were some officials standing nearby, whom Liu Xinqi didn't even recognize. Judging from Luo County Lieutenant's position, some of these officials should have a higher position than Luo County Lieutenant.

Liu Xinqi did not move forward, but found a shore with few people, looked at the Jurchen warship outside Penglai Port, and waited for the soldiers to gather.

This warship has a square head, square stern, and flat bottom, which is completely different from the sharp-bottomed ships of later generations. It looks like a ship in freshwater waters, and its draft should be very shallow.

Dengzhou Prefecture has never sent a boat out to contact them. This boat is very arrogant and cruises back and forth a mile or two outside the port, giving people a fishing feeling.I wonder if the warship will be led into an ambush by the warship.

About a quarter of an hour later, Li Cang came over with five soldiers and stood behind Liu Xinqi.

"This is a three-masted sand ship, a medium-sized warship. It should be ten feet long and carry about two thousand stones. If it is a warship, there should be about 100 people on board." Li Cang said as he looked at the warship on the sea in the distance.

"How do you know? Why is this ship called a sand ship?" Liu Xinqi asked.

"Since you cast the magic on me, I have gained more knowledge about water warfare, naval warfare and ships. When I saw this ship, I already had relevant data in my mind." Li Cang replied Said: "As for why this ship is called a sand ship, it is because it has a square head, square tip, flat bottom, and shallow draft. It is wide, large, flat, and shallow. The bottom is flat and can sit on the beach without fear of being stranded. It is not afraid of the beach, so it is called a sand ship. .”

"The sea in the north of Zhao State is shallow, so there are many sand ships like this on the sea in the north." Li Cang added at the end.

It seems that the general card "Ling Cao (Group)" possessed by Li Cang not only comes with enhanced attributes, but also comes with knowledge of martial arts like other general cards, and it has more knowledge than the one- and two-star cards. Knowledge about tactics and tactics related to generals.

"I understand." Liu Xinqi said.

After waiting for a while, the soldiers from Liu Xingang's and Liu Xi'ang's squads had all arrived.

Liu Xinqi asked everyone to gather together. He stood in the middle and said, "I plan to raid this ship. I know that none of you have experienced naval battles, but the clan is short of ships and has no money to buy them, so this opportunity is very important. "

"I have a way for you to arrive on this ship safely. Li Cang is responsible for leading the team in this operation. You should check your equipment and wait for my orders." Liu Xinqi said to Li Cang: "You take advantage of the moment to explain to the soldiers. The key point of naval warfare is to sharpen your sword before the battle, and it will fade away if you are not happy."

After speaking, Liu Xinqi walked towards the crowd where County Lieutenant Luo Cheng was.

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"Uncle Luo." Liu Xinqi stood beside Luo Cheng, bowed and saluted Luo Cheng. "Why are you here?" Luo Cheng asked.

"I came over to see if I could do my best," Liu Xinqi replied.

He saw the asking eyes of colleagues around him.Luo Cheng introduced everyone: "This is my nephew Liu Xinqi."

After finishing speaking, he continued: "He provided the heads of nearly a hundred Jurchens before."

After Liu Xinqi provided the Jurchen heads, Butler Xu later specifically told him not to mention or spread the killing of Jurchen Tatars in Liujiabao in Dengzhou. These heads would have nothing to do with Liu Xinqi from now on.

Liu Xinqi agreed when he saw a small stack of household registration certificates in Butler Xu's hand.Because these household registrations only hold more than 100 people, the rest will probably need to be used after the first level is used up.

Unexpectedly, on this occasion, Luo Cheng would directly introduce himself like this. Come to think of it, in this matter, Luo Cheng did not approve of completely erasing Liu Xinqi's credit.

"This is Wuzhi County, and this is Guo Zhizhou." Luo Cheng extended his hand to the two middle-aged men and introduced Liu Xinqi.

Liu Xinqi quickly saluted and greeted each other, and the two officials just nodded in response.

"What do you want to do here?" After the introduction and greetings, Luo Cheng knew that there were dozens of powerful warriors in Liujiapu led by Liu Xinqi. He knew what he should be thinking, and asked before other officials could drive them away. .

The other officials realized that Luo Cheng was strange and did not interrupt, waiting for Liu Xinqi to speak.

"The villain and his tribe have practiced martial arts since they were young. Now there are 19 people gathered here at the dock. They are all heroes who can fight one against five. The villain has a way to raid and seize the Jurchen warship outside the port, and is willing to issue a military order. But it needs Some support from the government," Liu Xinqi said directly.

"Oh? Are you so sure? Do you know how many people are on that ship?" Wu Zhixian asked.

"This is a three-masted sand ship, ten feet long, with a load of about two thousand stones. There should be about 100 people on board." Liu Xinqi explained the information Li Cang told him: "As long as you get on the ship, the space on the ship is small. If you use the strength of the warriors in my clan, I am sure to win."

"Then how do you plan to get on the boat?" Wuzhixian asked again.

"I need you, sir, to lend me a small boat that can carry 30 people. When the time comes, I will load some bags filled with sundries and pretend to be a ship carrying property. Our warriors will paddle and pretend to be Lifu, and just stick to the other party's boat. , we will be confident to get on the ship and raid to seize the ship."

When we were crossing the Wei River east of Changyi City before, in order to speed up the crossing, the soldiers helped to paddle, so now rowing with paddles is not a problem.

"How do you know that Jurchen is willing to let you get close?" Wuzhi County asked again.

"This boat has been cruising outside the port, not daring to come in, and refusing to leave. It must be because I want to gain something. I pretended to be sending money. There were few people on the boat, and I hid the weapons. These greedy Jurchens I will definitely put a boat close." Liu Xinqi replied.

"Then what do you want?" Guo Zhizhou finally asked.

The world is prosperous, and everyone is here for profit.The world is full of hustle and bustle, all for the benefit of others.There are no fools here, and no one would think that Liu Xinqi would selflessly contribute to the war of Zhao.

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