(Happy New Year 1)
Liu Cui led his troops and rushed to the landing place. He left 200 warships with a thousand people to guard them. He hoped that these warships would see the Yongqi attack and break away from the river bank in advance. As long as they entered the Juzhang water, no matter how many Yongqi there were, there would be nothing they could do. .
At this time, the sky had darkened, and the sound of fighting came from the river bank. Although Liu Cui was anxious, he did not rush over with his troops rashly. Let the soldiers and horses form a square formation and send scouts to investigate the situation of the battle.
A quarter of an hour later, the scouts reported back that the warships had sailed to the middle of the river, lined up on the river, and were shooting at the Yong army's light cavalry on the shore.
Liu Cui breathed a sigh of relief. The battleship was not lost, the retreat was not cut off, and there was still a glimmer of hope. As the sky darkened and Yong Qi's power weakened, Liu Cui divided his 2,000 soldiers and horses into four groups and launched an attack together.
Yong Qi saw the Song army coming to attack in large numbers. In the darkness, he couldn't tell how many men and horses there were. He only heard the continuous sound of horns and saw the Song army appearing for miles around.
Cheng Shou, the raiding general who led the team, was afraid of being ambushed, so he led his light cavalry to withdraw several miles north, preparing to see the situation clearly before attacking.
Liu Cui took advantage of Yong Qi's retreat and hurriedly summoned the warships on the river to dock. The Song troops rushed to board the ships. From time to time, people were squeezed off the steps and fell into the river.
Cheng Shou learned that the incoming Song army had escaped from Wuzhai. Knowing that he had been deceived, he led his Qingqi southward to attack and kill them. At this time, more than a thousand Song troops had boarded the warship, and there were more than 800 people on the shore.
Hearing the sound of horse hooves, the Song troops crowded towards the warship more and more desperately. Everyone knew that staying on the shore and being rushed by the war horses would only lead to death.
Liu Cui stood at the bow of the Meng Chong ship, listening to the increasingly urgent sound of horse hooves, knowing that there was no delay. If Yong Qi was allowed to charge close to the warship and grab the warship from the pedals, he might not even be able to save the warship.
"Remove the pedal and start the boat," Liu Cui ordered with a firm heart.
The warship sailed away from the river bank, and the pedals fell off the side of the ship. The remaining Song troops howled for help. Cheng Shou led his light cavalry and rushed over. Yong Qi shouted loudly to surrender. Seeing that there was no hope of escape, the Song troops abandoned their weapons and surrendered.
Liu Cui was heartbroken and could only stand on the boat and watch helplessly as Pao Ze on the shore was either killed or surrendered. There was nothing he could do.
Cheng Shou divided half of his troops to surrender the Song army, and led 400 light cavalry to chase the warship along the coast to see if there was still a chance.
It was dark at night, and the boats on the river did not dare to rush, but just moved slowly along the current. A soldier on the boat shouted: "General Liu, the fishing boat in front is blocking the road."
Liu Cui hurriedly walked to the bow of the ship and saw that the river in front was only a few dozen paces wide. Under the hazy moonlight, he saw dozens of fishing boats of various sizes parked on the river.
These fishing boats had no torches, and no one could be seen on board. They were so dark in the river that it was eerie. Liu Cui was still thinking, but the warship ahead had already broken into the range of the fishing boat.
The ship rushed away and knocked away the fishing boat blocking the road. The black shadow on the fishing boat flashed, and the reed shed on the boat immediately burst into flames. Then, the dozens of fishing boats burst into flames one after another, forming a fire net on the river. The Song ship's path forward was blocked.
The warship was moving down the river. If the warship in front stopped in the dark night, the warship behind would inevitably collide with it. Liu Cui knew that he could not stop the ship to avoid each other at this time, so he could only rush through the fire formation in one go.
The sound of the horn conveyed the military order, and the rowers worked hard together. The stern rushed forward, preparing to hit the burning fishing boat and escape. The ship in front had just sailed out more than ten feet, and a chain of fire was seen sealing the entire river.
I don't know when a pontoon bridge appeared on the river. It was built with a fishing boat. The pontoon bridge was connected with iron ropes. The flammable materials piled on the boat were burning at this time, sealing the entire river road.
Liu Cui's soul came out of his body. When he ordered his warships to rush through the scattered array of fishing boats, many of the ships were already on fire. He planned to rush through the fire array in one go and then go to the front to draw water from the river to put out the fire. At this time, the pontoon bridge crossed the river, and two hundred A battleship got into the trap and had nowhere to escape.
With no choice, Liu Cui had no choice but to give the order, "The ship should dock, abandon the ship and flee."
The sound of hooves followed along the east bank. Cheng Shou led four hundred light cavalry to chase along the river. The west bank was dark and silent.
The Song warships were preparing to dock to the west, and Liu Cui shouted urgently: "Dock to the east to break out of the encirclement."
Suddenly many fishing boats appeared on the river. Needless to say, the Yong army in Zhijiang City learned that the Song army along Ju
The news of Zhanghe going north was set up in an ambush here. If the ship docks to the west, it will be a trap. Although there are hundreds of Qingqi in the east, they are above the bright surface and the number is not large. There is still hope.
At this time, the Song warships were in chaos. Many warships did not hear the horn conveying the order to berth on the east coast. Most of the warships moved towards the seemingly safer west coast.
Many warships were already on fire, and the ships ran aground near the shore. The Song army officers and soldiers couldn't wait to jump into the water and waded ashore.
When most of the Song troops landed ashore, suddenly the fire lit up and formed a long fire dragon. Zhang Feng led the ambush troops to kill them, shouting "Don't kill without the stick".
Yang Anxuan sent a message to Zhang Feng in Zhijiang City, asking him to send scouts to pay attention to the movements on the Juzhang River and be ready to intercept the Song army at any time.
Two hundred Song warships moved north along the river. Zhang Feng immediately learned the news and knew that these Song troops were preparing to rob food. The lord has been prepared for a long time. These Song troops will definitely return with a disastrous defeat.
Following Yang Anxuan's instructions, Zhang Feng had already collected more than a hundred fishing boats and prepared them. After the Song army's warships sailed away, he immediately started preparations. A pontoon bridge was built at a narrow spot on the river, and the excess fishing boats were scattered on the river. When the Song ships retreated from this place, they were set on fire.
A long stretch of the river turned into a sea of fire, and the Song army's ships were forced to dock. Zhang Feng and other Song troops were almost all ashore before he led his troops to fight out.
The Song army was ambushed several times and was already exhausted and demoralized. Seeing the thousands of Yong soldiers in the firelight, their weapons shone coldly in the firelight, they had no fighting spirit. When they heard the shouts, they abandoned their weapons and surrendered.
On the east bank, Liu Cui had already landed. When he saw the fire on the west bank, he knew that the soldiers there had no mercy. After taking a look at the warships moored on the shore, Liu Cui had no intention of fighting anymore and ordered his soldiers to flee for their lives.
In the dark night, Yong Qi could not clearly see the Song army fleeing in the dark night. Under the protection of his personal guards, Liu Cui escaped Yong Qi's pursuit and fled south to Jiangling City.
In Jiangling City, Liu Yu was a little restless. It was already Haishi, and there was still no news about Liu Zhong and the others. Liu Yu knew that if no news came, it would be bad news.
The more he thought about it, the more uneasy he became. Liu Yu gathered his generals together overnight and ordered Liu Daoji to lead a hundred warships into the Juzhang River to respond. He also ordered Shen Linzi to lead 10,000 troops to bypass Jinan City and go north.
At Yin Shi, Liu Daoji received Liu Cui who had fled. Liu Cui came to see Liu Yu who had been waiting for news all night in disgrace. Liu Yu learned that he had been ambushed. Not one of the 200 warships had escaped, and he did not know how many of the 6,000 soldiers could return. .
The lights flickered on and off, Liu Yu's face was ashen and he remained silent. There was dead silence in the lobby. Xiao Yuanzhi, Xie Hui and others sat aside, anxiously waiting for news about Shen Linzi.
At nine o'clock, Shen Linzi walked into the hall with Yan Mai. Liu Yu looked at Shen Linzi and asked, "How many soldiers have been rescued? Where is the world?"
Shen Linzi said in a deep voice: "Yu met Yan Mai near Ji Nancheng. There were more than 1,300 soldiers who returned with him. Some soldiers said they saw Shizhi being killed."
Liu Yu's body collapsed, and his fists in the sleeves of his robe were clenched. Liu Zhong was dead, and his loyal Shizhi was dead.
Liu Yu was at a loss. After half a lifetime of fighting, he thought he had seen life and death. Liu Yi, Meng Chang, He Wuji, Tan Pingzhi, Wei Yongzhi, Zhuge Changmin, Liu Jingxuan, Huan Xuan and others who had joined him in the rebellion were all dead. , then son-in-law Xu Kuizhi, Shen brothers Shen Yuanzi and Shen Tianzi, and this time Liu Zhong. I don’t know who will die next time, maybe he will die on the battlefield.
"A strong man serves his country, wraps his body in horse leather, and dies a worthy death." Xie Hui said in a low voice, "My lord, there is no need to be too sad. If you sacrifice your life for your country in this world, you should be grieved and honored after your death. Please grant me the title of County Marquis."
Xie Hui's words pulled Liu Yu out of his sadness, and Liu Yu strengthened his spirits and said: "Yes, he who has devoted his loyalty to the country should be generously rewarded. He can be awarded the title of Marquis of Yongxin County, and his eldest son Liu Jingyi can inherit the title and eat eight counties. Hundreds of households."
I think of the three horses given to Liu Zhong's three sons some time ago. The horses are still there, but the man has passed away. Liu Yu said sentimentally: "Of the three sons of the world, the second son Liu Jingshun was given the title of Gaochang County, and he was given the title of one hundred households in the town; the third son Liu Jingren was the regular servant of Sanqi."
Liu Yu looked at Yan Mai and said sternly: "Dao Chong ordered you to go rescue Shizhi, why did you retreat without fighting?"
Before Yan Mai could tell, Liu Yu ordered: "Yan Mai is timid and refuses to fight.
Shizhi died, and the soldiers suffered heavy casualties, so he was pushed out and beheaded. "
Yan Mai shouted "unjustly accused", but no one in the hall interceded for him, just because Yan Mai was from Xu Dao's old division. The army was defeated miserably, the general was killed, and someone had to be the scapegoat. Liu Cui followed Liu Yu to attack Huan Xuan at Jingkou, and personally killed the Huan clan members in Jingkou. He was the first group of people to follow Liu Yu. Later, he followed Liu Yu to conquer Nanyan and fight against Lu Xun. He made many military exploits, but could not be used. Let's take the blame with his head.
Liu Cui knelt down to plead guilty. Liu Yu thought for a while and said, "Although Dao Chong is excusable, he must be punished and demoted to the rank of general to assist the country."
Liu Cui was a champion general and was demoted to a auxiliary general. It was just an understatement. Liu Cui said gratefully: "Thank you, my lord."
With the loss of 200 warships and more than 3,000 soldiers, the strength of the Song army was weakened. Especially after the Yong army obtained 200 warships, it was possible that they could enter the Yangtze River from the Juzhang River to participate in the war. Liu Yu ordered Liu Cui to go to Juzhangkou Village to take charge and not allow Yong's army to enter the river.
Xie Hui said: "On the first day of the lunar month, the imperial court named Li Liang, Juqu Liang, Qin, Goguryeo, Baekje and other kings as generals. Why doesn't my lord order these generals to lead the army to attack Yong."
Liu Yu nodded and said, "What Xuanming said is to quickly send people to Beijing to report to the emperor and let the generals raise troops to attack Yong."
On February 8, the servant Fu Liang came from the capital and brought an imperial edict proclaiming Liu Yu the king of Song Dynasty. The imperial edict ordered the king of the Song Dynasty to wear a twelve-pin crown, use the emperor's banner, go out and enter the police station, ride a gold-rooted chariot, drive six horses, prepare a five-hour auxiliary chariot, place a jingtou Yunhan, perform music and dance with eight beauties, and set up a bell to hang in the palace.
At the same time, Xiao Wenshou, the concubine of the Jin Dynasty, became the queen mother, the eldest son Liu Yifu became the prince (2), and Liu Yifu's biological mother Zhang Que became the queen. Liu Yu resigned from the position of governor of Yangzhou and was succeeded by his second son Liu Yizhen, who was promoted to the title of Guiyang County Duke and commanded the town of Stone City; Liu Yilong, Liu Yikang, Liu Yigong, Liu Yixuan and other sons were all granted the title of County Duke.
Liu Yu didn't pay much attention to the edict to seal the king, but asked Fu Liang if the court had ever issued an order for the generals to unite to attack Yong. Seeing Fu Liangliang nodding his head in agreement, Liu Yu felt relieved.
"Note (1): Choose an auspicious title to welcome the New Year.
(2): The appointment of Xiao Wenshou as the Queen Mother and Liu Yifu as the Prince are recorded in "Song Book" and "Zizhi Tongjian" also has the same record. The author is a little puzzled. The mother of Wang Jue should be the Queen Mother, and the crown prince should be the crown prince. Why are they directly called the prince? "
