Daqin: Prince Peerless, guarding Hangu for ten years!

Chapter 340 Testing the enemy!

Zhao country.

The palace hall!

News of the Qin army's arrival quickly spread back to the royal capital.

Zhao Wangyan sat at the top, looked around at the many ministers standing under his highness with a solemn face and said solemnly: "Ministers, now that the Qin Army's [-] soldiers and horses have arrived at Shicheng, how should we deal with it now?"

When King Zhao asked, his tone was obviously much more relaxed.

After learning that Ying Jun only led an army of [-] people, he felt a lot more relieved.

The last time when Qin attacked Handan, it first sent more than 20 troops to besiege Handan City, which had only more than 40 defenders, and then continued to increase the number of troops. The total number of troops reached nearly [-] before they managed to capture Handan. However, Qin State It also suffered heavy losses due to this war.

Now Zhao was well prepared and had assembled an army of 20 to defend Shicheng before Qin's attack. In addition, people could be recruited from the surrounding areas to garrison. The opponent only had [-] troops and wanted to capture Shicheng.

He thought it was impossible!

However, this time the Qin State was led by Ying Jun. Even if there were only [-] troops, they still could not take it lightly.

Moreover, according to previous news from the Qin State, the Qin State has assembled an army of 50 people this time, and it is not yet known whether the other party will receive reinforcements in the future, so they must be fully prepared for defense.

After the words fell, Prime Minister Guo Kai, headed by civil servants, took the lead to walk out of the crowd, lowered his head and said: "Your Majesty, the situation of the Qin army is clear now. An army of fifty thousand alone cannot break Shicheng. As long as the army is ordered to close the city and defend it, they will Nothing can be done about Shicheng!"

Another minister also stood up and agreed: "Your Majesty, what the Prime Minister said makes sense. Now as long as we recruit people from other cities to defend with the army, it will be enough to withstand the Qin army's offensive. There is no need to worry at all!"

"What's more, the king has sent envoys to other countries. Soon, other countries will send troops to surround Qin, and Chu will also take advantage of this to invade Qin's territory. Soon, Qin's army will lead troops If we return to defense, Zhao will be able to survive this crisis safely!"

At this moment, another minister also came out: "Yes, Your Majesty, his Yingjun is indeed powerful, but as long as we defend the city, these Qin troops will be helpless against our Zhao State. Even if all 50 troops arrive, there will be Even those people who have been recruited have the ability to fight with them!"

King Zhao nodded slightly, finding someone who had a lot of hatred for the Qin people. As long as the conscription was launched, many people would definitely respond to the conscription, and it would not be a big problem to resist the Qin army.

Of course, even if Qin's remaining hundreds of thousands of troops arrive, other countries will not sit idly by, especially Chu. They will definitely take advantage of this to send troops to attack Qin. By then, Zhao's crisis will naturally be resolved.

The ministers in the main hall gave advice one after another, and their hearts were no longer as frightened and worried as before.

Soon, under the advice of many ministers, King Zhao immediately ordered the recruitment of troops from other nearby cities in Shicheng. At the same time, he sent the clan general Zhao Zong to Shicheng to assist Lian Po and jointly resist the Qin army's offensive.

In Daijun City.

The news that the Qin army was approaching the border had already spread crazily in the city.

Suddenly, there was a huge uproar and discussion throughout the Zhao Kingdom.

"Damn it! These Qin troops have come to attack our country, Zhao, again!"

"That's not because our country, Zhao, is the biggest deterrent to Qin. I heard that this time, the Qin army sent 50 troops to attack the capital of our country Zhao in one fell swoop."

"An army of 50! I'm afraid this is all the troops of the Qin State, right?"

"But I heard that although 50 troops were dispatched, only [-] troops arrived at the Shicheng border. I wonder what the situation is now?"

"Huh, only 20 troops? There are 40 defenders in Shicheng City alone. At that time, Qin State General Wang Lu led an army of almost [-] people and barely managed to capture Handan at a heavy price. Now he still wants to win Jun. Do you want to conquer Shicheng with an army of [-]? It is simply a fantasy!"

"That's right, this time the whole country of Zhao is united and we will make sure that they all have no chance of coming back and avenge the Handan blood feud!"

"Having said that, this Yingjun should not be underestimated. I heard that in the battle of Hangu Pass not long ago, he defeated the 30 armies of Wei and Yan with only [-] cavalry. Don't forget that the Qin army this time These [-] troops are not the only ones dispatched!"

"I know this man. I heard that he defeated General Li Mu's border elite cavalry, and even General Li Mu died in his hands."

"Hiss! It seems that the Qin Kingdom is coming this time! I wonder if General Lian Po can defend Shicheng?"

……

Countless people were talking in pubs, on the streets, and alleys everywhere. Some were angry, some were worried, some were afraid, and there were all kinds of people.

And just when they were discussing in groups!

The order issued by King Zhao to recruit people was also spread everywhere.

"Your Majesty, the Qin State has gathered 50 troops to destroy the Zhao State. Now the Qin State has [-] troops approaching Shicheng. In order to preserve the century-old state of the Zhao State, soldiers are now being recruited into the army. All the money, food, armor, etc. are provided by the army. , everyone who signs up to participate in the war will be rewarded, and those who kill the enemy and make meritorious deeds on the battlefield will be rewarded again according to their merit..." In an instant, the entire notice board was filled with people.

When the countless people who gathered around heard the conscription order issued by King Zhao, they all raised their hands and shouted:
"I regestrated!"

"You will have food if you sign up, add me!"

"I want to sign up too!"

"I am coming too!"

"..."

Soon, countless people actively signed up to participate in the war.

Some are for survival, some are for fame, but they have a common hatred in their hearts.

Although more than a few months have passed since the last battle in Handan, the Zhao people's hatred for the Qin people has not diminished at all.

As more and more people signed up to participate in the war, King Zhao also opened the treasury and quickly distributed weapons, armor, luggage and other supplies for the war.

Groups of defenders organized by people from all over the country quickly marched towards Shicheng to strengthen Shicheng's defense strength.

And just when there was an urgent recruitment of troops from all parts of Zhao State.

The army on the left led by Li Cunxiao launched an attack on Lang Meng.

At the same time, the army on the right led by Zhao Yun also launched an offensive against Julu.

The east and west were attacked by the Qin army at the same time, and the entire frontline deployment of Zhao was also affected.

At this time, Shicheng was located in the fortress of Zhao State.

"Report!!"

A scout quickly came towards the commander's camp with a panicked look on his face.

"General, Langmeng and Julu were attacked by the Qin army!"

The scout reported while breathing heavily.

"what!"

Lian Po's expression suddenly changed, and a bad premonition came into his heart. He quickly stepped forward and asked, "How many soldiers and horses do they have?"

The scout quickly trembled and said: "General Qi, according to the news from the two places, the Qin army attacking Langmeng has about [-] people, and the number of giant deer is more than [-]!"

After hearing this, Lian Po's face gradually darkened, and a complicated look flashed in his eyes.

There are [-] defenders in Langmeng and Julu each. Coupled with the people who can be recruited from various places, it is not a problem to defend the Qin army in a short period of time.

But now, four days have passed.

The Qin army in Shicheng still did not move, and even other reinforcements from the Qin State did not arrive for a long time.

Is it possible that Yingjun's goal is not Shicheng, but to hold back Shicheng's army here? His real goal is to defeat Julu and Langmeng?
Once these two places are conquered, the Qin army can enter Zhao's territory from these two places.

But with the strength of the defenders in Langmeng and Julu, it is simply impossible for the Qin army to break through in a short time!

The most urgent task is to find out where Qin's remaining troops are!
Thinking of this, Lian Po immediately looked at Zhao Zong who was standing beside him and ordered: "Zhao Zong, I order you to lead an army of [-] people out of the city tomorrow to meet the Qin army. If you lose, you will immediately return to the city with the army." !”

In this battle, it would be great if Qin's [-]-strong army could be destroyed in one fell swoop.

But he is also very aware of Yingjun's strength.It is impossible to win with only [-] troops.

Regarding the current situation of Zhao State, it is necessary to understand the strength of the Qin army. If the defenders attacking Shicheng only have these [-] troops, they must be killed no matter what the cost.

Otherwise, Zhao State would be in a worrying situation!

(End of this chapter)