Xiangcheng, City Wall Mountain.
Chen Yun and Cai Rujin climbed up to observe the formation.
He was also accompanied by a number of Tang army officials and generals such as Zhao Ji, Zhang Chengfan, Wang Shihui and Zhao Ke.
Smoke and dust billowed in front of them. Countless ballistas, carriages, and firewood were scattered and arranged in an orderly manner. Countless dust was stirred up by the trampling of war horses.
Of course, since it is a battlefield, soldiers with bright armor are indispensable.
At a glance, Huang Chao's army was densely surging.
There are countless layers of these soldiers inside and outside. They form a Bagua pattern on the outside, and a Tai Chi-like scene appears in the central military tent.
Chen Yun observed carefully for a moment, then looked to the side and said: "Master Cai, this eight-door golden lock array is so clever. There are eight doors in eight directions, and each door contains a turning point. For example, the outermost side of the Southeast Gate is the Tiantian Gate. Fu, Si Gong, Jia Xuji, are the Xun positions, and further inside is the Shengmen, and within the Shengmen are Jiachenren, Canopy, and the Xuanwu force is generated on the innermost side, and people who are not familiar with the formation lead their troops to rush in. They will definitely be confused and confused by this, and they will lose their armor and be defeated."
Cai Rujin nodded slightly and said: "The Eight-door Golden Lock Formation is a formation used on the battlefield based on the eight-door directions, astrology, terrain and other factors in Qimen Dunjia. It is mainly divided into nine formation walls and eight gates, namely Xiu, Health, injury, Du, Jing, death, surprise, and open. If the enemy comes in, you can manually control the formation and kill the enemy."
Chen Yunshen took it seriously and said: "When I read Taoist books, I once saw the introduction of the Eight Gate Golden Lock Formation. Its advantage is that on a local battlefield, it uses superior forces to concentrate on attacking the enemy's weak forces, and uses encirclement and suppression to fight in turns, that is, wheel battles. It continuously consumes the enemy's physical strength. If it can form an encirclement, it will further undermine the enemy's confidence and make the enemy disorganized. But its shortcomings are also obvious. The entire army is divided into nine formation walls, which will test the command of the person who set up the formation. Ability, if the various formation walls cannot be coordinated, there is a risk of being defeated one by one by the enemy."
"The enemy's troops are very small." Cai Rujin pointed to the southeast corner and said: "That's why I said before that if you attack people at Shengmen and go out to Jingmen due west, their formation will be in chaos. However, the thieves seem to be aware of the problem of insufficient troops. Deliberately letting the demonic path guard the living gate and blocking it with the golden-armored Rakshasa so that people can't rush to the due west, this is the most critical point."
Hearing the two men's instructions, Zhao Yan, Zhang Chengfan, Wang Shihui, Zhao Ke and others standing behind them were all quite surprised. They never thought that although the two immortals were Taoists, they were so proficient in the battle method. .
For a moment, Zhao Yan, Yang Lie, the training envoy of the Chenzhou regiment, and others realized that although Chen Yun was young, he actually had a lot of things in his heart and was not as immature as he appeared.
Just when these people were secretly shocked.
Chen Yun suddenly smiled and said: "Since the method of breaking the formation has been known for a long time, as long as I defeat the demonic path, the formation will be able to break without attack."
Cai Rujin looked down from a distance, "I used the Qi Observation Technique to look at it. The demon is no more than a seventh-level mage. My uncle should be able to defeat it easily. Just be careful of the golden-armored Rakshasa."
Chen Yun also turned on the Qi Observation Technique and looked at it. Although the distance was a bit far away, he could only vaguely see the Taoist in black robes, who was about thirty or forty years old. He had a beard half a foot long, but his bare eyes could not hide it. .
"This person is about the same level of cultivation as Liu Guibai, whom I have fought against before." Chen Yun said casually: "At first, Liu Guibai was plotted by me with a talisman, and his strength was no longer at its peak. Later, he was cooperated with me using the spirit of the divine sword. Kill the opponent. As for the black-clothed Taoist, if I had not used the divine sword a month or two ago, I might not have been his opponent. Now, even without the divine sword in hand, I can easily defeat him. As for the golden-armored Rakshasa that is easy to deal with, just watch me cast a spell later."
Cai Rujin turned his head and looked over and said: "Uncle Master, the golden-armored Rakshasa is much more difficult to deal with than the demon. You must not take it lightly."
Chen Yun waved his hand and said, "It's okay. When you see me casting the spell later, you will know why I said that."
The two of them observed for a long time and roughly figured out the grass thief's formation.
He was about to talk to Zhang Chengfan about gathering a cavalry to charge into the battle.
Suddenly, the demon Taoist in the eight-door golden lock array in front seemed to notice that Chen Yun and Cai Rujin were investigating with the Qi Observation Technique. I saw that they did not know what secret method they used to amplify from a distance: "Two Taoist brothers on the top of the city, want to see Xie Xie." What does it mean when a certain cultivator comes to the formation and hides on the wall to peek?"
Chen Yun was startled and said with a smile: "Master Nephew Cai, this thank you friend seems not to know your cultivation level."
Cai Rujin blinked his eyes and said: "I blocked the true energy just to avoid disturbing the snake and scare him away."
Maybe they couldn't get a response from either of them.
The Taoist priest Xie was quite arrogant and said: "Do you dare to do it or not? At such a young age, where do you come from? You have really lost the face of my Taoism!"
Cai Rujin laughed dumbly and said: "Uncle Master, should you answer him or should I answer him?"
"I'll do it." Chen Yun took up his true energy and shouted loudly: "Brother Xie Dao, since you want to know who I am, then just stay in the formation and wait until the poor Taoist comes to see you. !”
Taoist Xie laughed loudly, "Okay! Mr. Xie is waiting here, but I'm afraid, fellow Taoist, that you don't dare to come!"
Because the two men were talking to each other in the air, all the soldiers on both sides heard it.
Many people looked at Taoist Xie and couldn't help but look at Chen Yun at the top of the city.
How superb Taoist Xie's magic is. These days, the soldiers on both sides have seen it. One person and one strong man in golden armor blocked thousands of troops. It can be said that he is extremely brave.
Now everyone saw that Chen Yun actually had the courage to "challenge" Taoist Xie. Everyone seemed very curious and wanted to know what special skills this young Taoist possessed and how he dared to fight with Taoist Xie in the formation.
The conversation before the battle is over.
Chen Yun turned his head and looked at Zhang Chengfan, "General Zhang, could you please lead a thousand cavalry to attack from the southeast corner of Shengmen and exit from the due west Jingmen. As for the golden armored Rakshasa and the demon Tao, Pindao will take care of them."
Cavalry is the trump card on the battlefield. If there are hundreds of cavalry, the combat strength of one cavalry is about five infantry. If there are thousands of cavalry, one cavalry is equivalent to ten infantry. If there are tens of thousands of cavalry, it will be great. The combat strength of one cavalry is... Than twenty infantry.
Chen Yun wants thousands of cavalry to rush into the battle. This power is equivalent to tens of thousands of infantry. It can be said that the requirements are very high.
It is true that Zhang Chengfan was a little embarrassed when he heard this: "Our Shence Army only has 700 cavalry here. If we want a thousand cavalry, we may have to ask Governor Zhao for help."
It stands to reason that now is the time to defeat the enemy. Both the Shence Army and Chenzhou's local army should cooperate with each other.
However, Zhao Yan refused without hesitation: "General Zhang, I have very few cavalry in Chenzhou. It may be difficult to find 300 cavalry for you."
The remaining regiment training envoys, defense envoys and others all bowed their heads and remained silent.
It's not that they really can't spare three hundred cavalry, but they don't believe Chen Yun.
Why?
Because it costs too much to train a cavalry. Raising a cavalry is equivalent to raising ten or twenty infantrymen. Chen Yun has never shown any special skills. What if he doesn't defeat the opponent in a confrontation with the Demon Dao later?
Isn't that in vain to let the extremely precious cavalry die?
Because of this, Zhao Yan and Chenzhou officials refused to send cavalry to help.
Chen Yun didn't know whether Chenzhou had cavalry, but he still believed it, and frowned: "If there are seven hundred cavalry, it may not be effective."
Zhang Chengfan was different. He knew what Zhao Yan was thinking. He narrowed his eyes and said, "Chen Xianchang, don't worry. The 700 cavalry of our Shence Army are comparable to the ordinary elite of 1,000 cavalry. We don't need to send troops from Governor Zhao."
Chen Yun nodded and said: "In that case, you gather your troops now, open the city gate and prepare to charge. I see the evil way coming soon."
Zhang Chengfan said: "Good."
After saying that, he turned around and descended from the city wall, gathering his men and horses to prepare for the charge.
…
On the other side, Huang Chaojun.
In the Chinese army tent, General Meng Kai and many soldiers were discussing how to break through the gate of Xiangcheng. Suddenly, they heard Taoist Xie and Chen Yun calling for formation from afar.
He suddenly felt something in his heart, knowing that Tang Jun had invited the "immortal".
At this thought, Meng Kai felt a little uneasy and quickly asked someone to find Taoist Xie.
After a while, Taoist Xie entered the camp, put his hands behind his back and said, "General Meng, are you looking for me?"
Meng Kai quickly stood up with a smile on his face, "Xie Immortal, just now I heard you calling for formation with others, and I also looked through the camp from a distance, and saw two people on the wall. I just want to ask, is it possible for Immortal to fight one against two? Confidence wins?”
Taoist Xie stroked his beard and laughed loudly: "General Meng, you really look down on the poor Taoist. I just checked with my spiritual eyes. Of the two Taoists on the wall, the older one has no cultivation. As for the other The young Taoist seems to be practicing inner alchemy. Although he can restrain me, his cultivation level is slightly inferior to mine. Furthermore, I have arranged the formation. If he really dares to come to the formation, I will definitely call him There’s no coming back!”
Hearing that Taoist Xie was so confident, Meng Kai felt relieved.
The two chatted for a while, and then Xie Taoist went to guard the altar of Huishengmen.
About half an hour passed.
Suddenly, the gates of Xiangcheng were opened wide and drums were played three times.
Immediately, Meng Kai saw Zhang Chengfan personally marching into battle from a distance, holding a red tassel spear and leading six to seven hundred cavalry toward the Eight Gate Golden Lock Formation in a cloud of dust and smoke.
Seeing this, Meng Kai hurriedly put on his armor and drove his horse, preparing to wait for the enemy to come.
Since the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, ancient battles rarely involved generals fighting in front of the battle line. Therefore, he would definitely not foolishly run to the front of the battle line to challenge Zhang Chengfan in a duel.
It is said that Zhang Chengfan led 700 cavalry to the front of the formation and shouted: "Thieves, stop firing cold arrows, wait for me to see the formation."
Meng Kai stood on a high place and looked out. He recognized Zhang Chengfan and thought to himself: "This man is a general of the Shence Army and knows the formations deeply."
He was afraid that the other party would see his flaws, so he ordered each battalion to follow the command of the red flag and change it at any time.
When each camp received an order, there was a loud sound, and the formation map was like a mountain.
Zhang Chengfan stopped and looked at the horse for a long time, and said to the cavalry: "I have lined up the formation several times, but I have never seen such a change. However, Chen Xianchang asked us to charge from the southeast corner, so you can give me a try!"
"Here!"
"Live and die with the general!"
The cavalry responded in unison.
Subsequently, Zhang Chengfan formally declared war with Huang Chao's army and led the cavalry towards Shengmen like lightning and flint.
All of a sudden, the two armies beat drums loudly, and the shouts of killing filled the wilderness.
Zhang Chengfan led the 700 Shence Army cavalry like tigers descending the mountain, dragging their horses and stabbing anyone at sight.
The grass thieves were not to be outdone. Many soldiers shouted loudly and rushed towards them. One cavalry led two thousand soldiers, trying to stop the cavalry.
Zhang Chengfan took the lead and rushed forward. When he saw the enemy general Han Lin leading the patrol to stop him, he did not answer. He raised his hand and swung his spear, instantly stabbing the enemy under his horse.
Immediately, the cavalry became powerful.
"kill!"
"kill!"
"kill!"
The loud shouts of killing resounded throughout the formation.
The Shence army was like a torrent, killing wherever it went. It was so majestic.
However, their prestige did not last long, and there was a sudden "boom" in front of them!
Immediately afterwards, the ground began to shake, and violent fire suddenly rose. Everyone knew that the evil spirit had taken action!
Zhang Chengfan and the 700 cavalrymen felt that the fire was raging in front of them, as if they were in a sea of fire. They suddenly cried out in their hearts: "If Mr. Chen doesn't take action, we will be buried here!"
Just thinking about it.
Suddenly, a loud shout came from the direction of the city wall, "Thank you, fellow Taoist, I'll see you later!"
As soon as he finished speaking, tens of thousands of soldiers in Xiangcheng and tens of thousands of thieves in the Eight-Door Golden Lock Formation saw a golden light forming an arch bridge like a rainbow, and suddenly fell into the Eight-Door Golden Lock Formation!
Taoist Xie, who was practicing the Dharma on the altar, looked anxiously and saw where the golden light disappeared, a handsome young Taoist in green clothes and silk scarf appeared!
(End of chapter)
