The southeastern peninsula can be divided into three parts. The eastern part is mainly occupied by the Gallic Kingdom, the western part is mainly occupied by the Mizi Kingdom, and the middle is a buffer zone, which is a feudal empire.
Blue Star In March 1866, 10 legions led by Zeng Guofan arrived at the country's border and prepared to fight in two directions, attacking the southern area occupied by the Gauls on the east and the Burmese area occupied by the Mizi State on the west.
The number of defenders here is very small, and Western powers often suppress and bully the indigenous people here. The indigenous residents very much hope that China will liberate them, so there is not much pressure to fight here.
The communications soldier hurried into the Chinese General Staff Conference Room with Zeng Guofan's combat plan.
"There is a military report from the front line!"
Shi Dakai took the telegram, read it, and then passed it on to the staff for circulation.
"Bo Han, we want to fight on two fronts and strive to liberate the Southeast Peninsula in a short time. What do you think?"
"Agree!" said in unison, unanimously approved.
"Approved! The communications troops will immediately report to the front line!"
The southeastern peninsula is high in the north and low in the south, and is very rich in water resources. The northern part has high mountains, deep valleys, and dense forests. The central and southern parts are plains with fertile soil.
To attack the river city in the east and the inner city in the west, you need to pass through dense forests.
The footsteps of the soldiers echoed among the dense leaves, accompanied by the rustle of the wind blowing through the treetops, forming a symphony of silence.
The soldiers were wearing new military uniforms, their faces were full of traces of time, and their eyes were firm.
They used the electric lights in their hands to illuminate the surrounding environment, but there were more shadows. The creatures in the dense forest are hiding one after another, not daring to show their faces easily.
The soldiers' eyes fell on their feet from time to time, carefully avoiding those traps and unknown dangers.
As soon as a subtle bird call came from the depths of the jungle, a hint of vigilance would appear on the soldier's face and he would quicken his pace.
After passing through the dense forest, the two groups of soldiers came to an open area.
They set up camp here and prepared a bonfire. The surrounding wood was crushed to pieces. The soldiers sat tiredly by the bonfire and took a deep breath, as if they were breathing the fresh air they had not seen for a long time. River City was ahead of them. .
The soldiers of the Gallic Kingdom were still in the city, completely unaware that the danger was coming.
Blue Star On the evening of March 25, 1866, in Hecheng.
The soldiers of the Gallic Kingdom were still in the banquet hall, playing and singing every night.
The firelight of the fireplace cast swaying shadows on the wooden walls, reflecting on the soldiers' faces, making their faces appear more vivid.
In the center of the hall, rows of long tables have been set up, covered with fine tablecloths and shining silver tableware. There is a wide variety of food on the table and the aroma is full of aroma.
Their laughter and conversation were mixed together, music came from a corner of the hall, and a band was playing cheerful tunes, adding a bit of joy to the banquet.
The soldiers toasted and boasted how heroic they were on the battlefield.
Commander Quinn is still bragging about how he defeated the Chinese army in Guangzhou.
Suddenly, a bang broke the harmony. It didn't sound like a piano.
"The band stopped, what was that sound just now?" Quinn looked confused.
boom! boom! boom!
The sound of cannon sobered up the drunken soldiers instantly.
A big hole was smashed into a corner of the banquet hall, and rubble was scattered all over the floor.
"Enemy troops!" Quinn yelled.
"Everyone, hurry up and get weapons from the weapons depot and gather on the city wall."
Quinn quickly ran towards the city wall.
However, the soldiers on the front line, their faces covered with gray, ran in the opposite direction and bumped into Quinn.
Quinn picked up his pistol and shot into the sky.
boom!
"I want to see who dares to be a deserter. Who can tell me what is going on ahead!"
"The Chinese army came over with fierce firepower. Their guns didn't even emit smoke and were very powerful... If we don't run away, it will be too late."
The fleeing soldiers lowered their heads and were submissive.
"I don't believe it!"
As soon as Quinn finished speaking, a cannonball hit a hundred meters away. Many soldiers were blown to pieces. The cannonball at the banquet just now was not seen clearly, but this time it was completely seen.
Quinn was so scared that she couldn't stand still!
"Go! Go! Go!"
The shouts of the Chinese Army broke through the sky, and they were attacking the city one after another.
"Surf the gun and don't kill!"
Quinn's psychological defense was completely broken.
"Surrender, everyone surrender quickly, this battle is impossible to fight!"
Quinn yelled, dropping the pistol and raising his hands.
In just one night, Hecheng was liberated by the Chinese Army. Don't say it was too easy.
On the other hand, the team going to attack the inner city went very smoothly.
Blue Star March 30, 1866, under the inner city.
The muzzle of the Chinese field artillery was slowly raised, aiming at the M-shaped National Army stronghold on the city wall.
"fire!"
The cannonball rotated rapidly in the barrel, making a harsh sound. It flew out of the muzzle in an instant, pierced the sky, and shot straight into the sky.
The shell exploded on the city wall, and the huge explosion was deafening and shocking.
The American army on the city wall was blown to pieces in an instant, and the smoke filled the air.
The war was still going on, and the Chinese Army continued to bombard with artillery. The inner city was full of ruins and wounded soldiers after the explosion.
Blue Star On April 1, 1866, the Mizi garrison in the inner city surrendered.
The US government was shocked. It was unexpected that China would dare to challenge the country, which was recognized as the largest country in the world.
American Ambassador Smith angrily smashed open the door of Li Hongzhang's office.
"China actually invaded our country, where the sun never sets. Our country will definitely take revenge and launch retaliatory military operations against China!" Smith yelled.
"Our monarch has issued an order to completely sever diplomatic relations with China and declare war on China."
Li Hongzhang poured a cup of tea calmly.
"Why didn't you say something like this when you invaded the Yellow Sea?"
"Mr. Ambassador, the game between countries depends on their strength. What's the point of you talking here? Have a sip of tea first."
Smith stared angrily, looking like he wanted to eat Li Hongzhang.
"Your country's behavior has violated our country's bottom line!"
"When Blue Star was in 1840, you invaded China and blackmailed China. I haven't even settled this matter yet. I beat you up in a small colony, and you talk so much!"
"We have nothing to say!"
Smith slammed the door and left, which would have shown a complete disregard for the so-called gentlemanly behavior.
Li Hongzhang submitted the telegram from the United States to the Chinese government.
It says that China must withdraw its troops immediately and return its territory, otherwise sanctions will be imposed and war will begin.
China is a country of etiquette, so you have to reply to people no matter what, so why not write a reply?
Shi Dakai wrote a sentence on the letterhead and asked someone to send it to Mizi Country through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The King of Mi got the telegram from China and was so angry that he almost spit out blood. There was a big sentence on it.
"Say the harshest words, and you will often receive the harshest beatings!"
