The situation was very complicated.

Thinking of this, Hong Tianzhong could no longer hold back. He immediately sent troops to quell the rebellion. He could not say whether he would be successful or not. If the situation escalated again and the news reached the court, his future would be completely over.

"Tell Wang Yi, the commander-in-chief of the Anshan Army, to come to the government office to see me!" Hong Tianzhong arranged for his men to tell Wang Yi.

An aide behind Hong Tianzhong frowned and said, "We don't know how many troops and food the rebels have now. It's not easy for the Qin army to take over the two counties of Daqu and Datong. It's probably not a good idea to act rashly."

"It's better to arrange spies to find out the strength of the Qin army first, and then wait for an opportunity to wipe it out."

Hong Tianzhong is usually a meticulous person, but at this moment, he was in a state of confusion. This matter also affected his future, and he was very anxious. How could he have the energy to find out the strength of the other party first?

Hong Tianzhong said impatiently: "They are just a group of rebellious people. The northwest is already barren, and there has been a severe drought in the past two years. How many soldiers and food can they have? It's just that the officers and soldiers of the two counties are too useless, which makes the rebels so powerful."

The staff member spoke again to dissuade: "That being said, it's better to be cautious. I think it's better to find out before making any plans."

"No need to say more. Now I am about to return to Beijing to report on my work. At this critical juncture, if the court learns that there is a rebellion in Anshan, the consequences will be disastrous. Sending a large army to wipe out the Qin army directly with the force of thunder and lightning is the best strategy."

The staff member shook his head and stopped talking.

Soon, Wang Yi, the commander of the Anshan army, came to the government office and bowed to the prefect, saying, "I wonder what you want me to do, the prefect."

Hong Tianzhong said, "Do you know that a rebel army has emerged in Daqu County under the jurisdiction of Anshan Prefecture, calling itself the Qin Army. It has now occupied the two counties of Daqu and Datong. The news has been heard for several days. I'm afraid that the bandits have already attacked Linshan County."

Wang Yi showed contempt, "The prefect, don't worry. Gu Yunxiao, the captain of Linshan County, is the son of a general. He is proficient in military strategy and has outstanding martial arts. He has 3,000 elite soldiers under his command. The Qin Army's attack on Linshan County is like hitting a rock with an egg. It will definitely return empty-handed."

Hong Tianzhong said, "Since Linshan County is safe, I am relieved. In your opinion, how can we wipe out this group of bandits now? "These bandits, who are so high-sounding, call themselves the Qin Army, but in fact they are just some low-level people and unruly people. I am afraid they don't have complete armor and weapons. The prefect only needs to allocate 8,000 soldiers and horses to me. I will lead the army to attack Huanglong and attack Daqu County. Take their lair. Within half a month, we will definitely wipe out these rebels!" Hong Tianzhong was overjoyed: "Okay, in this case, I will give you 10,000 troops. You will immediately lead people to Daqu County. If you can wipe out the rebels within half a month, this prefect will reward you heavily!" Wang Yi bowed his hands and said: "I will not disappoint the prefect. It is still early today. I will go back to the barracks, prepare the troops, and set off as soon as possible to eliminate the great trouble for the prefect as soon as possible!" Wang Yi left the government office and returned to the barracks. As the prefectural capital, Anshan City has a standing army of 20,000 soldiers. Although these 20,000 soldiers are not elite, they are still stronger than the garrison troops in the counties under its jurisdiction.

Wang Yi knew the prefect's worries well. At the critical moment when he was preparing to return to Beijing to report on his work, this kind of thing happened, and anyone who encountered it would be mentally upset.

However, if he wiped out this rebel army and solved the prefect's urgent needs, the prefect would be promoted in the future, and he might be promoted by him. Maybe he could climb up the high branch of the Hong family through this matter.

Wang Yi immediately called up 10,000 soldiers, 3,000 cavalry, 5,000 sword and shield infantry, and 2,000 archers, took siege equipment, food and supplies, and set off that day, leading the army to attack Daqu County.

As soon as the city sent out troops, the spies arranged by Jia Xu in the city discovered the movement and immediately sent people to travel day and night to rush back to Daqu County to report the news.

The city is more than 300 miles away from Daqu County. Wang Yi is eager to make achievements. The army travels 100 miles a day. It will take two or three days to attack Daqu County.

At this time, Li Siye and Lin Chong, who were guarding Daqu County, received the news and were discussing strategies to deal with the enemy in the military camp.

Lin Chong said: "Now the city has sent a total of 10,000 troops, and they are coming fiercely. The lord is still with part of the army in Linshan County. Should we ask the lord for help and let the generals lead the troops to help."

Li Siye shook his head: "The lord's safety is more important than anything else. He must be guarded by soldiers. Although the 10,000 Anshan troops are powerful,

It is large, but it is not clear about our situation, so it is not difficult to deal with it. "

Lin Chong said thoughtfully: "Now, in addition to the 1,000 Modao soldiers under General Li, there are also 2,000 cavalry and 2,000 infantry under the Zhongyi Army. If we defend the city, even if the enemy has tens of thousands of troops, our army can easily resist it."

Li Siye thought for a moment: "The Anshan army is well prepared and must have siege equipment. The wall of Daqu County is low and not strong enough. It is a bad idea to defend the city. Our army should take the initiative to attack, meet the challenge and cut off its edge."

Lin Chong nodded, pointed to the map on the table and said: "General Li, please look, there is a big mountain sixty miles away from Daqu County, named Yucui Mountain. This mountain is steep and densely forested. It is a must-pass place for the Anshan army. We can arrange an ambush here overnight and attack the Anshan army when it passes by. ”

Li Siye shook his head slowly and said: "Yucui Mountain is indeed a good place to set up an ambush, but from the perspective of the enemy, what we can think of, they can also think of, and they will definitely be more careful. This plan is not appropriate."

"I have already made a plan in my mind, so just act according to my arrangement. This time, the 10,000 Anshan troops will definitely die in Daqu!"

Under the leadership of Wang Yi, the 10,000 Anshan troops marched very quickly. At noon on the third day, they had already reached Yucui Mountain in Daqu County.

When they were about to pass through Yucui Mountain, Wang Yi's deputy general Ling Xu advised: "General, this place is high in the mountains and dense in the forests, which is very suitable for ambushes. If there are ambushes here, our army will suffer heavy losses if it passes through rashly. It is better to send some people to explore the mountains and forests first, and then make plans."

Wang Yi nodded in agreement and said: "In this case, then stay where you are, cook a pot, and you take 500 people to explore the mountains and forests. If there is an enemy situation, report quickly. "

"I obey your orders!"

Ling Xu led 500 soldiers and turned the nearby dense forest upside down. He didn't even see the shadow of the ambush, so he had to come back to report.

Wang Yi couldn't help laughing and said, "I said, these rebels are just ordinary people, how can they understand the strategy of marching and fighting? Such a suitable terrain for ambush, but there is no ambush at all. Eat early and continue marching. I want to break through Daqu today!"

After the 10,000 soldiers of Anshan Army finished eating, they continued to march quickly under the leadership of Wang Yi and headed towards Daqu County.

Just at Shen time, the outline of Daqu County was seen from afar. Wang Yi couldn't help but be in high spirits. The great achievement was right in front of him and within his reach.

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