Desert Eagle Suletan Khan

Chapter 583 The Battle of Erdenizhao (Part )
War is always full of variables. Norbu, who thought that he was almost certain to deal with a group of monks and could capture Erdenizhao in a day or two, was disappointed because the monk soldiers of the Juenang sect were well-trained and were protected by the forces hidden in the Zhang'e Mountains in the north. After more than ten days of harassment by Garzhu's cavalry, they were unable to capture the No. 1 temple in Mobei.

The rolling Orkhon River and Selenga River separate near Kyaktu, and then flow southwest into the Harakhorin area in the center of Mobei, with many rivers such as the Tamir River flowing into it. Now there is a large army, sneaking carefully in the dense forest along the Orkhon River-Tamir River. This is the army of Tushetu Khan Gunbu. As soon as he received the emergency letter from Erdenizhao, Gunbu sent troops to rescue with his 40,000 troops who were already waiting for disaster. However, he did not rush directly to Erdenizhao, but made a circle to the city of Tamir behind Erdenizhao. He knew people well and assigned them well. He ordered the former Erjigen Otok surrendered generals Akbuqinbu and Labuzhanba, who had an enmity with Norbu, to be the vanguard. He, his son Chahun Dorji, and the head of a thousand households, Harahu, Li, Kebai and Ayoubai followed closely.

No one dared to question Tushetu Khan's military orders, except his son. "Father Khan, Erdeni is in danger. Why don't you rescue directly, but instead go to Tamir City? What if my second brother, no, Wenduer kudzu is lost?" Chahu Dorji was puzzled. I asked my old father.

"Son, you have to believe in your brother's ability. He will definitely be able to persist until the day when reinforcements arrive. Khalkha has been divided for many years. As the Khan of Khalkha, I must seize this opportunity and take advantage of Zhasa. The Ketu army went on an expedition, annihilated them in one fell swoop, and then took advantage of the opportunity to unify Khalkha. Therefore, it is worth taking the risk and taking a detour." Tushetu Khan Gonbu remained unwavering, and his slightly raised strong beard reflected his perseverance. and a heart of stone.

"I understand, Father Khan, may the Buddha protect my brother," Chahun Dorji prayed devoutly.
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Because they wanted to avenge their old master, Noyen Saiyin Batema, the former Erjigen Otok, the two generals Akbuqinbu and Labuzhanba led 5,000 vanguards to advance very fast, and defeated Gunbu's army. Left behind.

When we arrived at Tamir City, it was early in the morning and smoke was rising from the city.

"Labu Champa, there were thousands of people in the city, and there were at least six or seven thousand people including the defenders. But judging from the amount of smoke, there were only about five hundred. Could it be a trick by the enemy? They knew we were coming. , deliberately showing weakness and setting up an ambush?" The mature and prudent Akbuqinbu became suspicious. He didn't know that the residents of Tamir City had been moved to Erdenizhao by the great monk Jebzundamba in the name of holding a big Dharma conference. Since this place was located in the rear, Norbu did not believe that enemies would come around, so he only stayed there. Five hundred soldiers.

"Akbu Chinbu, you have to try to find out if there is an ambush. I will try to climb the city with three hundred elite soldiers. If there is an ambush, you will lead the troops to respond." Labuchampa didn't care. In the past, he was a famous brave general in Erjigen Otok, and he cut off the heads of countless people with a big axe."

Taking advantage of the thick fog in the early morning and while the defenders were eating and drinking, Labuchamba and his warriors quietly sneaked to the foot of Tamir City and set up a long ladder.

"Puff~puff~"

Despite his huge body, Labu Champa was as light as a civet cat when he landed on his toes, firmly stepping on the city wall. The warriors behind climbed onto the city one after another, and soon more than a hundred people were on board. A sergeant patrolling the city discovered that the voice of "enemy attack~enemy~" was still heard, but his head had been chopped off with a big axe.

After killing the scattered patrols and opening the city gate, the centurion of Zasaktu tribe who learned the news hastily gathered more than a hundred people to resist. In just a moment, he was killed.

The two men guarded the city and waited for Gunbu's army.

Seeing that the westward escape route of Zasaktu's tribe had been blocked, Gunbu did not delay and ordered Kobai to lead 3,000 troops to guard Tamir City, while Halahuli led 7,000 troops to set up defenses along the east bank of the Orkhon River, while he personally He led an army of 30,000 to attack Erdenizhao from the southwest.

War is always full of sporadic events. Just when Gunbu thought he had laid a dragnet, another Zasaktu army came to Tamir City.
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Luobuzang, Hutai Ji'erqin Luobuzang of Hetuohite Department, was so embarrassed and angry after being given a set of women's skirts by Gunbuzak Bingtu Ahai. He knew that he had offended the public and he had to hurry up, otherwise he might... Norbu's victory was difficult to explain, so he marched much faster. Not long after Gunbu's army set off, they arrived at Tamir City.

"That's not right, Huitaiji. Didn't the Great Khan say that he has captured Tamir City? Why is the military flag of Tuxie Tubu still hanging on the city?" Hang Tudai said to his nephew.

"Well, this matter is strange. I ordered the army to hide. Third uncle, I will take people to capture a few prisoners and question them." Eluoqin Luobuzang said to Gonbuyilden. "Yes, don't worry Huitaiji, I will do it right away." Gunbu Yildun took the order and left.

Soon, they captured several Tushetu soldiers who went up the mountain to cut trees. When asked, they were shocked. Two days ago, Tushetu Khan Gonbu's army retaken Tamir City, and now they are missing.

"Huntaiji, the Tuxietu people did not go to save Erdenizhao, but came here instead, there must be a conspiracy," Hang Tudai said worriedly.

"If I am not mistaken, Tutu Khangunbu wants to annihilate the Great Khan's army. If so, they will definitely set up defenses on the east bank of the Orkhon River. I have sent people to the east bank of the river to inquire." Qinluo Buzang said calmly.

"Huntaiji, my servant has indeed discovered the Tuxietu army on the east bank of the Orkhon River." Soon another spy came with news.

"Hahaha, I didn't expect Gunbu to have such an ambition. He wanted to eat the 40,000 troops of my Zasaktu tribe in one bite, but I underestimated him." Eluoqin Luobuzang suddenly laughed.

"Huntaiji, if this is the case, the Great Khan is in danger! Please attack Tamir City quickly and rescue him." Hang Tudai was shocked.

"Second brother, although we and the Tohuite tribe are from the Zasaktu tribe, we have already become independent. I think when Eqige led us alone against the entire Oirat, the Zasaktu headquarters did not give us any help. In this case , why should we care about them?" Gunbu Yildun disagreed.

"You two uncles, there is no need to say anything. I have made a decision on this matter. I will immediately withdraw my troops back to Tangnu Ulianghai and prepare to recruit the people of Zhasaktu tribe." With the establishment of the Khan, it’s time for the Zasak Tu Department to change to the Great Khan."
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It is difficult to conceal a large-scale mobilization of troops and horses. When Tushetu Khan Gonbu's army appeared southwest of Erdenizhao, Zasak Tuhan Norbu also learned the news. Although he was shocked, there was no way to retreat and he could only fight to the death.

He ordered Sonam Ahai Chuhu'er to lead three thousand troops to monitor the monk soldiers in the Zhang'e Mountain area in the north; he ordered Baga Ahai to lead seven thousand troops to monitor the defenders of Erdenizhao; he led nearly 30,000 troops to fight against Gunbu. . The situation was critical, and Norbu burst out with the bloody courage of the Golden Family and went to the front line in person. "Warriors, we have fallen into the enemy's trap. We are surrounded by enemies on all sides. If we want to go back alive to see our relatives, we can only follow me and fight to the death!" he shouted.

"Fight to the death~Fight to the death~Fight to the death~" the subordinates shouted in unison, the sound shaking the mountains and rivers.

Hearing the cheers of the enemy army on the opposite side, Gunbu frowned. The trapped beast was ferocious. The Zasak Tu tribe trapped in the siege was a trapped beast. If he faced its fangs directly, he would suffer heavy losses.

He scanned the generals with his eyes, and finally stopped at his half-brother La Huli. This younger brother is brave and resourceful. His five sons, Bentar, Benbashixi, Serji, Jamusu, and Erlinqin, are all tiger generals. Their power in the Tuxietu tribe is second only to his own. At first, his uncle Tu Mengken insisted on converting to Gelug and received the title of Saiyin Noyan from Lhasa. Later, his son Denzin formed his own line and defected to Suletan Khan of Weiguo. He became more and more dissatisfied. This lesson is extremely profound. Well, side forces cannot be allowed to become powerful. They must be weakened before they can be controlled.

Thinking of this, he said with a smile: "Second brother, you are the tiger general of my Tuxie Tu Department. You must be the pioneer."

(End of this chapter)