The Soldier of the Ming Dynasty

Li Yuanqing underestimated Zhang pan and Chen Zhong's desire for strong men at this time.

Although it seems that there are only a few hundred casualties in the siege of Jinzhou, in fact, the two films are driven to the shelves - the cost is too small

The casualty ratio of these hundreds of people is almost 30% of that of the two departments.

Even later generations of the army, in the war, once the casualty ratio exceeds 10%, it is likely to collapse.

The battle of besieging Jinzhou was a "small knife cutting the flesh". These injuries were not achieved overnight, but were lost in the course of more than ten days of continuous siege. Just like the loan repayment of later generations, they did not feel pain at the beginning, but once they reacted, it was too late.

The most important thing is that they haven't gained anything yet

It's like two gamblers who bet their wives on each other, but they don't even touch their hair.

How can the two accept this huge gap?

The key is that the two supplies of grain and fodder are not enough. Even though the soldiers of the Liao people are hardworking and full of hatred for the later Jin Dynasty, they can not pay for the time being, but if they can't eat enough food and encounter such setbacks, how can their morale be stabilized?

As Li Yuanqing's brother, Chen Zhong naturally understands Li Yuanqing's ability and vision. Although he also knows that he is a little anxious, their feelings are in this. As soon as they meet, Chen Zhong smiles and hugs Li Yuanqing's shoulder. "Yuanqing, how are you preparing? I don't know how long I will stay in Guangning city. We must do it as soon as possible. "

Zhang pan due to face, although did not speak, but in the eyes of Li Yuanqing.

Of course, Li Yuanqing understood their thoughts and said with a smile: "almost. Two brothers, after breakfast, let's go. "

The two were overjoyed and rushed to Li Yuanqing's temporary camp.

At this time, the infrastructure construction of Changsheng island has already reached a certain scale. However, it is still early in the morning. The craftsmen and Zhuang women are all resting. In addition, Li Yuanqing's camp is outside the project. Naturally, they can't see the general situation of the project.

This is not what Li Yuanqing wants to avoid.

Li Yuanqing, as an official, is only a garrison rank and a military general. It is inevitable that he would commit taboo when building large-scale construction on such an isolated island.

Therefore, even Chen Zhong and Zhang pan, Li Yuanqing also wanted to keep a little secret.

The food conditions on Changsheng island are not very good. There are construction sites everywhere. The old camp is still in Guanglu island. In addition, the grain of the Qu family is not in place. Li Yuanqing is also a bit tight.

But even so, the conditions are much better than those of Chen Zhong and Zhang pan. Although they are all green vegetables, they are mixed with grain and the weight is enough, which makes the two people who have not eaten enough for a long time to gobble up.

After breakfast, it was already bright. Li Yuanqing immediately ordered 500 soldiers and set sail with Chen Zhong and Zhang pan.

On Li Yuanqing's boat, three people sat opposite each other.

Pointing to the simple map on the table, Li Yuanqing explained carefully: "two brothers, our goal is very clear during this trip. They don't care how many Tartars they want to kill. They are robbing people, money and food. Guangning was the Treasury of Ming Dynasty in the Liao Dynasty. There were a lot of grain and grass, supplies and armour. I estimate that when the war is over, the old slave will send someone to transport these things back to Shenyang. This is our chance. "

They both nodded.

Li Yuanqing said simple and clear, although in the big face some can not be on the table, but it is the key to two people at this time.

To this extent, three people are grasshoppers with strings of ropes, and naturally they should work together.

Seeing Zhang pan nodding his head, Li Yuanqing relaxed a little, and then explained in detail: "two brothers, I used to go back and forth between Guangning and Shenyang many times, and I also know some of the terrain there. However, there is a key problem. "

Li Yuanqing looked at the two people. "If we want to have a big harvest, it means that we must give up our maritime superiority and go deep into the land."

When he was in Donghai Fort before, Li Yuanqing had such an idea. He went deep into the interior and did a lot of work.

It's a pity that Li Yuanqing had few major generals at that time, and he had gathered so many strong women. However, at this time, there were already 1500 people in the three departments. All of them were young and strong at that time. In terms of soldiers and armour, they were basically complete, and they had the strength to be strong in the front.

Although the latter Jin Dynasty was full of cavalry, the terrain of Liao, especially the Northern Line of Guangning, was very complex, and there were many rivers such as Liao River and Sancha River, which was very maneuverable.

The weapons of Li Yuanqing, Chen Zhong and Zhang pan are not as advanced as those of the later Jin Dynasty, and their grain and forage are not as sufficient as those of the latter Jin Dynasty. There is no comparability in terms of war horses.

But Sanbu has a huge advantage that can't be compared with the later Jin Dynasty. They have boats, and many of them.

No matter Li Yuanqing, Chen Zhong, or zhangpan, there are no shortage of boats. Of course, there are not many large ships, but there are enough small boats.

At this time, it was the middle of February of the second year of Tianqi, and it was about to enter the spring. The central part of several major rivers had begun to thaw, and boats passed without any problems.

Li Yuanqing finished and looked straight into their eyes.Even though he knew that both of them were heroes, at this time, Li Yuanqing had to be clear about their attitude.

This is, after all, a coordinated operation, and it goes deep into the heart of the enemy. In case of any stubble, the consequences can hardly be imagined.

"Yuan Qing, is this a ball? Isn't it just going to Liaoxi? He is a grandmother. This is the land of Daming. Afraid of a ball? Yuan Qing, don't worry. My brother's headquarters, everything is at your command. "

Although Chen Zhong appears to be reckless, he is no longer as reckless as he used to be. At this time, he naturally wants to strengthen his brother Li Yuanqing.

Li Yuanqing shook Chen Zhong's hand and said, "I'm relieved to have elder brother Chen's words."

With that, Li Yuanqing looked at Zhang pan again.

After all, the event of Li Yuanqing and Chen Zhong's affiliation is extremely private.

No matter when they worship brothers in the active army, it can be regarded as a crime of "disobedience". Even for Zhang pan, this kind of thing is related to their families and lives. Li Yuanqing and Chen Zhongke dare not be careless.

Zhang pan naturally understood that Li Yuanqing had asked him to take a stand.

Frankly speaking, Zhang pan didn't like Li Yuanqing, a junior "latecomer.". The reason lies in the fact that Zhang pan and Li Yuanqing have great deviations in their opinions.

Zhang pan always wanted to take a positive attitude, and fought with the rear Jin army in an open and upright manner, so as to defeat his opponent from the front and gain any of the imperial court's.

However, Li Yuanqing always wanted to take a circuitous route, and was not willing to have a large-scale frontal conflict with the latter Jin army. He mainly wanted to gain practical benefits and did not care much about the court. To put it bluntly, Li Yuanqing is a little bit of a "small family", which makes Zhang pan very unhappy.

Li Yuanqing naturally understood Zhang Pan's mind.

As the saying goes, there is no first in literature and no second in martial arts.

No matter in the Ming dynasty or later generations, there must be various invisible battles in the army. The generals will not accept anyone. This is also the result that the superior wants to see.

However, the so-called "no second martial arts" is just the courage of every man. In the army, it is not possible for generals to lead their troops to kill each other, but they can be used to show their strength to their colleagues in the battlefield.

Zhang pan, an old soldier, looks down upon Li Yuanqing as a new recruit, which is also very normal.

Li Yuanqing also wants to know whether he is willing to put down his face for the sake of practical interests.

It's not that Li Yuanqing wants to deliberately hold down the head of the Zhang pan. The key is that the strength of the three departments is too weak. If there are conflicts in the hinterland of Houjin, then

Chen Zhong and Zhang pan have a good relationship. They almost follow Mao Wenlong in the same period. At this time, seeing Zhang Pan's delay, Chen Zhong is also a bit anxious.

He tried to say something, but his throat moved a few times, but did not say it.

At this time, if he speaks again, it will be like a bit of bullying.

Zhang pan also saw Chen Zhong's expression, and then looked at Li Yuanqing. For a moment, he suddenly laughed, "Lao Chen, Yuanqing, I Zhang pan is not an unreasonable person. Yuan Qing can forget the past, how can I lose to my little brother. Yuan Qing, Lao Chen, you can rest assured. Our department will be consistent with the main force. "

See Zhang pan or refused to let go, Li Yuanqing a smile, also no longer care about, "so that's good. Two brothers, I mean, during the day, our boys should have a good rest on the boat. In the evening, let's go to the Sanchahe line to explore the trend. If the conditions of Sancha River are suitable, we will start with Sancha River. If it's not appropriate, we'll start with the Liaohe River. "

Li Yuanqing said, a touch of Yin Li flashed on his upright face.

The surface of Sancha River is about 100 steps, and the narrow part is only less than 70 steps.

However, the advantage of Sanchahe is that it is far away from the main force of later Jin Dynasty. Li Yuanqing's three troops march at night, to the greatest extent, hide their tracks.

The Liaohe River is wide, but it is the front line of Guangning. If we start from Liaohe River, the danger will be much higher. Of course, the harvest may be even greater.

But in this state, Li Yuanqing was obviously not willing to choose Liaohe River.

Although great wealth is good, it also needs a life to enjoy. In his current state, Li Yuanqing prefers to "moisten things silently", quietly make small fortune, get tangible benefits and gradually improve his strength.

Both Chen Zhong and Zhang pan were experts in leading troops, and their military accomplishments were very good. They soon understood what Li Yuanqing meant.

Chen Zhong said, "Yuanqing, you can make up your mind about this. I have nothing to say

Zhang pan also said: "Yuan Qing, you are smart, I listen to you."

Seeing Zhang pan finally clearly expressed his state, Li Yuanqing could not help but be overjoyed, "so good. Now, two brothers, let's pass on our children to have a good rest during the day. "

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Changsheng island is not far from the mouth of the Liao River. After a day's galloping, the fleet of Sanbu arrived near the estuary on time in the evening.

Immediately, Li Yuanqing sent dozens of boats to the hinterland of Liaohe River and Sanchahe River to inquire for information.

At this time, although the time was tight, because no one could be sure how long the old slave's main force would stay in the direction of Guangning, it was of great importance to go deep into the river. Even if the post Jinshao exploration was ignored, it was necessary to explore the frozen situation on the river surface.If the conditions are not favorable, Li Yuanqing can only choose to stay a few more days in the direction of the Liaohe River and wait for the opportunity.

Fortunately, the sentry soon sent back information from the front to the back. The river surface of Sancha River Basin has thawed, and the navigable area in the center of the river is at least 30 steps.