The wind and snow were blowing, and tens of thousands of people were practicing outside Ningyuan Army City. The momentum was so great that the ground shook and the mountains shook. The roars penetrated the clouds and reached into the sky. Wu Sangui rode in the formation, waved flags and ordered the whole army.
A hundred meters away from the formation, the Gongzi camp stood in a line of horses, watching silently without saying a word.
Chang Yu's expression was solemn, sometimes he would stop and watch quietly, sometimes he would ride his horse forward and circle around the formation to watch, sometimes he would point and whisper with a few confidants nearby.
"It's hard to imagine how such a powerful army could lose to the Qing army. If so, how ferocious the Qing army must be," Hu Ling muttered in a low voice.
Chang Yu sneered: "Whether an army can fight or not depends on its momentum. Furthermore, there are many reasons for success or failure of a military strategist, such as general command, general receiving orders, tactical cooperation, accurate intelligence, logistical support, etc. If any one of them is inappropriate, it will all be lost." result in failure.”
As if he was afraid that this fear of the Qing army would be contagious, Chang Yu pretended to smile relaxedly and said: "The Qing army can't even defeat the rebels, but you defeated Li Zicheng and fled in embarrassment, so...hehe."
When did the rebel army fight the Qing army? Several confidants frowned, but maybe they didn't know it. Anyway, the governor said it was so.
"It is said that the border troops are good at fighting. More than ten years ago, they were indeed worthy of their reputation. When they were dragged out to kill thieves, they would definitely be the best. Now they are all useless. They just don't know it, so they are often beaten by the Qing army. I was beaten by you just now. "Like a lost dog." The little eunuch continued to build confidence in his subordinates.
"So, just because they can't defeat the Qing army doesn't mean that you can't do it. You are all the Gongziying who defeated Li Thief's Chrysanthemum. To put it arrogantly but to the point, our Gongziying is the first army of the Ming Dynasty. Those people... ..." Chang Yu has been practicing on the frontier: "It's a little better than the embroidered pillow."
"So we are sure to defeat the Qing army this time." Li Tiezhu looked relaxed.
The little eunuch shook his head and nodded. The key to victory or defeat depends on how he and Wu Sangui cooperate, to what extent they can cooperate, and whether they can work together and cooperate like Zhou Yuji.
You must know that Zhou Yuji was loyal to the Ming Dynasty, he was honest and upright, and his lifelong mission was to kill thieves and serve the country, which was very different from Wu Sangui who was like a grassroots at this time.
"If Wu Sangui can straighten his waist, our winning rate will be much higher. If he is still shaky, hey, I'm afraid that beautiful girl in his family will take advantage of others." Chang Yu sneered.
At the mention of women, the confidants smiled maliciously. Chen Yuanyuan of Wu Sangui's family was famous all over the world for her beauty. They naturally knew that even though they were all eunuchs, men...
"After hearing this, General Wu probably wants to challenge the governor again!"
Wu Sangui is not such a stingy person.
Because he is very angry, very angry.
As night fell, Ningyuan's army returned to the city after training, and the melon-eaters from the Gongzi Camp also immediately returned to the military camp to rest. Wu Sangui returned to the General Military Mansion and washed up, then sat alone in a daze. Not long after, he suddenly took a knife and started dancing outside the courtyard.
He is angry, he hates, he is ashamed!
A dignified general, a well-known commander of the border army, was knocked down by a little eunuch in one move. In full view of everyone, where was his face?
The young eunuch's martial arts skills are amazing and cannot be defeated in a short period of time. If he wants to avenge his shame, he can only be sure to beat him in the bet. If he wins the bet, he will not only regain his face, but also gain both fame and fortune!
Thinking of this, Wu Sangui suddenly stopped and stood with his sword on the ground. He finally realized that his aggressive tactics had even included me. This little eunuch's scheming was really not that deep!
Under normal circumstances, how can a guest fail to save face for the host? No one who knows a little about human nature can do this kind of thing.
"General, the little eunuch of Dongchang wants to see you." At this time, the servant came to report.
Wu Sangui took a long breath, rubbed his stiff face, and smiled: "Go and invite me quickly."
A private banquet was held at the General Military Mansion, and Wu Sangui hosted Chang Yu for dinner. As soon as the two met, the young eunuch observed the drill of Ning Yuan's army and was shocked by its strength. The strength of the frontier army was indeed well-deserved, and other compliments.
Wu Sangui kept humiliating himself, but couldn't hide his pride. He probably felt that although he didn't win the game, his face looked much better. Of course, he also knew that the little eunuch didn't just come to him to flatter him.
Now that the situation has been set, all preparations are in progress, and headaches are coming one after another, which need to be solved through negotiation. For example, what Wu Sangui is most anxious about is when his salary will be paid. Chang Yu's 50,000 taels of silver, although small, can solve his urgent needs. Especially on the eve of the war, the white cash is more inspiring than any promise.
There is a particular time to pay wages, such as when the Qing army is approaching the city! The little eunuch said this: "Good steel is used on the blade, and silver should be spent on the critical points."
Then here comes the problem. Part of the salary can only refresh the soldiers. As for motivating them to regard death as returning to kill the enemy and stick to the promise, it is unrealistic. You don’t have any money to pay, so who will believe the promise? Risking your life to kill the enemy for one An unfounded promise?
This is indeed a headache. Chang Yu was in a dilemma for a while. He thought hard for several days about where to get the money and still had no idea, so he had to put it off for the time being. Maybe he would have a flash of inspiration!
In addition, Wu Sangui also had another major headache, how to arrange reinforcements.
Under Ningyuan City, the 20,000 troops and horses of the Wu clan in the city have already filled the military camp. It can barely accommodate hundreds of palace-shaped camps, but Tang Tong's 8,000 troops and horses will definitely not be able to accommodate them. They are afraid that they will have to requisition private houses or open air. Set up camp, but behind them there are 3,000 cavalry from Shanhaiguan, 5,000 troops from the firearms battalion, and more than 10,000 Li Yan people who have come all the way to be cannon fodder. Where to put so many people, not to mention there are a large number of troops and horses to be deployed among the reinforcements.
What's even more troublesome is that in addition to the placement of troops and horses, there is also the supply of food and grass. With so many people and horses eating and drinking, it is not a small amount, and where to store it is also a headache.
Chang Yu also has a headache!
Obviously, the difficulties he faced now were far from those in Taiyuan. Although he had no troops, no food, and no money when he went to Taiyuan, he managed to get enough food and wages for his troops and horses through coaxing, cheating, and robbery along the way. Moreover, behind the high walls of Taiyuan City, there was no room for him. Having more than 100,000 troops is not a problem at all.
But now, Ningyuan, an isolated city outside the customs, has no one to live in, but all parties have finally come together to get it together, but they have no place to live. They want money but no money. They want to cheat, rob and steal, but they have no place to make a living. I ask you for your troubles. It’s not hard to force, it’s not easy to get angry.
It is difficult to decide on military pay for the time being, and things that are not urgent must be put on hold for the time being. Food and grass are the top priority and must be solved immediately. However, Chang Yu is actually prepared for this. After the Twelve Taibao won the big project of purchasing military rations, , are shopping around to buy grain and grass to supply the two lines of north and south. Nearly ten thousand stones have been shipped here. In addition, Ningyuan already has a stockpile of goods that can be used for twenty days. If we can cut through the mess quickly, we can give the Qing army a lightning blow. , defeat them with a heavy blow and force them to withdraw, then there will be no worries about food and grass. However, if there is a protracted war, the pressure will be extremely heavy. If the supply is not timely, you may not be able to witness killings and eating meat with your own eyes.
As for the placement of the troops, after a long discussion, the two decided to change their tactics!
Since according to Yuan Chonghuan's internal and external cooperation, an army of troops and horses must be stationed outside the city anyway, then simply more troops should be stationed, and perhaps the troops can be divided into multiple locations to relieve the pressure inside the city. (Yuan Chonghuan responded internally and externally at that time. Zu Dashou's troops were not stationed outside the city, but went out of the city for a decisive battle during the war to cooperate with the city's shelling of the Qing army's rear formation)
Chang Yu told Wu Sangui that he had accidentally found a natural cave in the mountains, which could accommodate thousands of troops. It was easy to defend but difficult to attack, and there was still a way to retreat. He could lead his troops to hide in the mountains and attack at the right time to give the enemy a severe blow. Even if he was discovered by the Qing army, Due to the favorable terrain, the Qing army may not necessarily take advantage.
Wu Sangui was pleasantly surprised when he heard this. He had been stationed in Ningyuan for several years and did not know that there was such a big hole in the mountain. It was incredible. This little eunuch had just arrived and found it easily when he went into the mountain to catch rabbits. Is this God's will?
But when I think about it, I think it’s just that. The entrance to the cave is hidden. In summer, the mountain forest has dense foliage and is difficult to find. Moreover, it is in the deep mountains, so mountain people rarely go there. In winter, the mountain is blocked by heavy snow, and no one sets foot there. Moreover, even if there are mountains If the people know that there is a hole, how can such a thing be spread to his ears?
But it can only hide a few thousand troops, which is far from enough. How to arrange the remaining troops?
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