I see!
Zhao Deyan's face was shocked and angry. He stood still for three breaths. He came to his senses and said loudly to Xiao Rui below: "It's a good idea of the Marquis to attack the east and the west. Being able to counterattack the opponent without hesitation when being attacked at night forces us to return." Assistance. It’s a good idea to surround Wei and rescue Zhao! Zhao De is convinced."
"For those who are coming, ring gold and burn fire at the top of the city as a signal to call the Great Khan back."
Xiao Rui cupped his hands, laughed loudly and said, "Commander Zhao, I accept the concession."
"Come on, hurry up and tell General Su to stop attacking the city."
Both parties seemed to be acting like gentlemen, but there was scheming at every turn.
This time Jieli was fighting with his last resort. After leaving the city, he closed the four gates tightly and never thought of retreating back. Even if he came back, he would have to return to the city with a great victory and make a triumphant return from the main entrance in the south.
Zhao Deyan clearly knew that there was no one available in the city, and they were all defeated soldiers. If the stalemate continued and the city was really breached, then Jieli would be defeated even though he won this night attack.
And Xiao Rui was also bluffing. Su Lie only had 10,000 people. Even if he broke into the city, it would take a bloody battle to stand firm.
If it weren't for Su Lie, this cavalry was born as an infantryman and had been working as a coolie for a long time. It was a special cavalry team, good at attacking cities and fighting. When another serious cavalry team came, they saw the four closed gates of Dingxiang City and struggled to attack the city.
But even now, even if Su Lie wins. The Tang army's camp was also dispersed. When Jie Li turned around and led his men to recapture Dingxiang, the Tang army in the city did not have enough troops and would not be able to defend it sooner or later.
So tonight is a game, everyone is fighting against each other's wits and courage, and no one wants to fight to the death. Both sides can suffer losses, but both sides cannot be destroyed.
"Withdraw troops!" Xue Li turned his horse's head and ordered a retreat.
Zhao Deyan at the top of the city shouted: "Master Marquis, I know that the Marquis is here for revenge. But now both you and I have suffered heavy losses. If we continue to stand, there will be more casualties. The soldiers and the people will suffer. Why bother? Anyway, you are here for We came to save the prince, but he has already been rescued. How about we call off the troops and make a truce? Zhao, the people of the two countries, beg you once."
Xiao Rui cursed secretly, what a trick! Fortunately, the soldiers who came with me were Liang soldiers, not Tang soldiers.
With a cold snort, Xiao Rui said without retreating: "Okay! It's okay if you don't want me to avenge my personal vengeance. Then let Jieli come and die in front of me. I can treat it as a private grudge between the two of us."
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Zhao Deyan was speechless and pondered for a moment before saying, "Why bother, Lord Marquis? After tonight, the Tang Dynasty's troops will be even less powerful. We will stick to Dingxiang and wait for the heavy snowfall this winter, so you can only retreat. It will be a waste of money, food and strength, and it will be in vain." The Marquis has a reputation as a virtuous man, how could he be so stubborn?"
Xiao Rui said bitterly: "Why don't you let your wife and children be kidnapped for once? Let's see how you react, Military Master Zhao? Should you swallow your anger and become a saint? Or should you devote your whole life to revenge?"
"Stop talking nonsense, let Jie Li wash his neck and wait, I will kill him sooner or later! Offending me, Xiao Rui, was the worst decision he made in his life."
After saying that, he turned his horse's head and walked away.
Zhao Deyan let out a long sigh, knowing that this matter could not be solved. Alas, sweating, it was definitely a stupid move to pay someone to assassinate Xiao Rui. Who could he offend, but this evil star?
But then I thought about it, that's not right... It seems that we didn't provoke him first. He went into the grassland and massacred the royal court. It was us who sought revenge on you.
What the hell is this? When will injustice be repaid?
"Report! Great Khan, there is a fire at the top of Dingxiang City."
Jie Li, who was in the midst of a fierce battle, looked back and said, "No, Dingxiang is in danger. Someone is attacking the city. Withdraw and return to Dingxiang to aid!"
After shouting, he looked back hatefully at Old Li Jing, who was just a short distance away, and cursed, "I guess you are destined to be killed sooner or later."
Old Li Jing did not speak, but looked at Dingxiang City in the distance. How could something so good catch fire? Someone is attacking the city? But our people have been scattered, so how can we have the troops to attack the city? Where are the reinforcements coming from?
Hou Junji next to him breathed a sigh of relief, "Commander, it's so dangerous! Are reinforcements coming?"
Old Li Jing shook his head to express his confusion, "Send orders, beat drums to gather troops, clean the battlefield, and treat the wounded."
"Where is Li Ji? I order you to gather 5,000 troops and garrison in the north to prevent Jie Li from returning and attacking again."
After this battle, old Li Jing had to be cautious. He still looked down on Jie Li too much before. I have fought countless battles in my life, but I have never been as embarrassed as tonight.
Soon the two fighting parties separated and went home. Su Lie also joined Xiao Rui and others and took a detour back to the Tang Army camp. Only then did everyone know that Xiao Rui did not leave, but led his troops to Dingxiang City. .
A good move to change the tactic, and you must save everything you attack. You are worthy of being a champion!
It wasn't until the sky turned white that the number of casualties was roughly calculated.
In this battle, Jieli dispatched 40,000 soldiers and horses, but lost 5,000 and gained a lot. Of course it was just killing people, not collecting loot.
The Tang Dynasty had nearly 20,000 casualties and casualties. This is because many people took advantage of the chaos and fled quickly, otherwise they would only be living targets if they stayed, and more people would die.
In the Chinese army's tent, Li Jing gathered the generals to discuss matters.
"A battle has a winner and a loser. I bear the main responsibility for being attacked at night. I will write a letter to the court to apologize."
"Commander, we all have responsibilities..."
"Commander, the last general is responsible for the garrison, so the last general should be in charge." Duan Zhixuan stood up.
Old Li Jing waved his hand and said: "Stop arguing. We are summoned today to discuss the next arrangements. Our army has suffered too many casualties and has less than 50,000 soldiers capable of fighting. Even if Liang's soldiers are included, it is only 60,000. "
"Sixty thousand people want to attack Dingxiang City? Haha, it's unrealistic. There are still 70,000 troops in Dingxiang City. It's my commander's wish to stop fighting and retreat."
After speaking, he looked at everyone.
But everyone looked at Xiao Rui. It was obvious that we must all agree to withdraw our troops. Although everyone really wanted to capture Jieli and achieve great success by destroying the Turks. But now 60,000 versus 70,000 is still a siege, and you can't defeat them all to death.
If it wasn't for revenge for the champion, I'm afraid everyone would have withdrawn long ago. The original plan was to send troops to rescue the prince. Now that the prince has been rescued, why not withdraw? If you continue to fight, you will be responsible for wasting money and food.
Xiao Rui understood everyone's expressions, nodded and said: "I agree to stop fighting. But I request to postpone the withdrawal of troops."
Old Li Jing took a deep look and asked, "Why?"
What the look in his eyes meant was, you're just fine, but do you really want to go out on your own and risk so many lives for revenge?
Xiao Rui pondered for a moment and explained: "Xiao Rui is ashamed to ask everyone to accompany me in revenge. But if the interests are not eliminated, I will not be able to calm down..."
Old Li Jing interrupted with a scolding tone: "As a general, you cannot raise an army in anger. Have you forgotten your duty?"
He can reprimand Xiao Rui and there is nothing wrong with him. Although everyone present is considered an elder of Xiao Rui, under the aura of Xiao Rui's champion, they all respectfully address him as "Hou Ye". Only old Li Jing didn't use it. According to the relationship, Xiao Rui had to call him grandpa. After all, he married his granddaughter Li Shengnan.
Xiao Rui gave a solemn military salute to everyone present and said seriously: "The general will have a plan to defeat Dingxiang, but it is not possible now. It needs to wait until winter. So..."
Old Li Jing flatly refused: "No, there are only so many elites left in the Tang Dynasty, and it is impossible for you to take human lives to fill them. Even if you capture Jie Li alive, he will not be worth the national fortune of the Tang Dynasty."
Xiao Rui said: "No need to kill people to fill it! Just give me 10,000 people. The rest of the people please cooperate with me to withdraw my troops and put on a show for the city to see..."
Xiao Rui lobbied the generals of the Tang army here.
Jieli in Dingxiang City was also trying to comfort the clan leaders of other tribes: Did you see that? The Tang army is not invincible. I will avenge my defeat during the day at night. If they want to seize Dingxiang City from me, then they should wait until the heavy snow falls in winter and they will retreat without a fight. Now that he leaves the city and returns to the grassland, he will be a living target, and he may even be chased by the Tang army.
