Chapter 582 Zilong’s plan
It is said that General Wang Ping fled late at night, not wanting to be captured by Commander Chen Ying of the Qinglong Army, and finally surrendered out of gratitude to the Qinglong Army. In the early morning, Prince Jun met Zhao Zilong and said something shocking.
It turned out that according to Cao Cao's strategic plan, the five-pronged Cao army attacked Lujiang. Cao Ren and Cao Hong were the main attackers. They stationed troops in the open areas of the northern suburbs of Lujiang and were responsible for attacking the north gate of Lujiang. Lejin served as a auxiliary attack and stationed troops in the mountainous areas of the western suburbs of Lujiang. In the hilly area, he was responsible for coordinating the main attack force to attack the Lujiangxi city gate; after Xu Huang joined forces, he was responsible for liaison and dredging of grain channels and communicating orders to maintain the safety of the main attack force's rear route; and Yu Jin's responsibility was to control the Chaohu Lake waterway and prevent Zhou Yu from using Chaohu Lake The opportunity to sneak attack Hefei or escape eastward to Jiankang via Ruxukou would also cut off the possibility of Jiangdong's army rescuing Lujiang from Jiankang via Ruxukou.
It can be said that the only thing that Cao Cao's army on the fifth route could not control was the vast Jingjiang River south of Lujiang River. Huang Zu's surrender made Cao Cao instantly think of a wonderful way to use Jiangxia to control the Yangtze River. Therefore, Cao Cao personally led Cao Xiu, Xu Chu, Xiahou Dun, Xia Houyuan, and Li Dian along the Macheng Passage to kill Jiangxia. If Huang Zu's warships could be used to control the Jingjiang River, a great deal would be accomplished.
However, the idea was rich, but the reality was very skinny. Sun Quan personally took action to establish the Sun Long Alliance. The Qinglong Army quickly launched several attacks to resist Cao Jun's southern invasion. Zhuge Liang's deployment of troops was completely beyond the expectations of Cao Jun's mastermind. The targeted surprise attack on Hefei's formation was successful, which put Cao's army in a desperate situation. In the end, Cao Jun had to temporarily abandon Lujiang and counterattack Hefei with all his strength.
Yu Jin's troops moved erratically and captured many large and small fishing boats along the coast of Chao Lake. Zhou Gongjin faced a strong enemy and had no time to fight against Yu Jin in the direction of Chao Lake. Besides, there was the Yangtze River channel behind him that led to Jiankang, so he chose a strategy Abandon Chaohu port.
Therefore, when Wang Zijun met Zhao Zilong for the first time, Wang Ping said: "The focus of General Zilong's defense is at the west gate of the land, and Cao Jun's large army must be stationed outside the west gate to attack the city. Look at the defensive strength on the west city, and defend the city. The moon is not a problem. However, General Zilong has never thought that the south gate towards Chaohu in Hefei needs to be guarded carefully!"
Zhao Zilong was a veteran general. After hearing this, he understood instantly and couldn't help but take a breath and said: "Zijun, come, follow me in and talk!" Chen Ying performed a military salute and returned to the western suburbs.
Zhao Zilong took only Wang Ping and returned to the study room of the city lord's palace. The guards surrounded the study room in front and back, and no one was allowed to approach. This defense arrangement must be a major military secret, and Zhao Yun also had to beware of Cao Jun's spies around him.
Zhao Zilong took out a detailed map, opened it and put it on the table, looking at the location of Chao Lake. Wang Ping pointed with his hand and said: "General Zilong, look, the location of Yu Jin's camp is here. The camp is close to the temporary military port on the side of Chao Lake, and a large number of fishing boats have been detained."
Zilong followed Wang Ping's finger and saw that Chao Lake is shaped like a crescent moon. One end is Juchao County where Zhou Yu once served as an officer, and the other end is close to Hefei City. The location of Yu Jin's garrison by the lake is at the entrance of Mawei River. . The Mawei River can be directly connected to the vicinity of Lujiang City. From Chaohu, it only takes one day to reach Lujiang City and Hefei City. The waterway is unobstructed and is more convenient than the land route. It is also convenient for transporting luggage and allowing soldiers to rest.
Zhao Zilong couldn't help but break out in a cold sweat. If Yu Jin moved quickly enough, he could have carried his troops to land anywhere outside the south gate and attack the city last night. His defense at the south gate was obviously not as rigorous as the west gate. If Wang Ping hadn't been lucky enough to arrive, when Cao Jun was attacking the west gate with all his strength, and Yu Jin's army had arrived outside the south gate, he might not have been able to know the news in advance, and the city would be destroyed.
Zhao Zilong was so good that he did not hesitate and said immediately: "Zijun, follow me immediately outside the south gate to conduct on-site inspection!"
Zhao Zilong personally pulled the war horse, and Wang Ping jumped on the horse and said: "The Nanfeishui River flows from the south gate to Chaohu Lake. If it is suitable to land on the beach, it should be the beach with the gentlest terrain, and you may be able to enter the position along the river, which is the most suitable for the army. Landing operations.”
Zhao Yun said happily: "It's rare that Zijun is familiar with the geography of Hefei! Then we will run directly to the impact beach and set up checkpoints along the way. When people come, pass my order to General Gao Shun and immediately mobilize two thousand soldiers and civilians from the camp outside the north city. Transport all kinds of supplies and ask him to go to the south wall to prepare for defense in person." The ordering soldier answered yes, mounted his horse and galloped away.
It was too late, but it was too late. Zhao Yun led more than 20 guards and rushed out of the south gate with Wang Ping, heading straight to the beach near Chao Lake. The tidal flat that Wang Ping mentioned was about thirty miles away from the south gate of Hefei. The war horses went around a dozen hills and then around the foot of Taihua Mountain. When Zhao Yun's team arrived, the sky was just starting to light up.
Zhao Yun saw the misty lake in front of him. Almost all of the main tributaries of Nanfei River merged into Chao Lake from here, forming an open area. Zhao Yun looked at the shadowy Taihua Mountain behind him and murmured: "The terrain here is very low!"
Wang Ping nodded and said: "Zilong is right. There are mountains and hills around it, which is not suitable for landing troops on the beach. The terrain here is gentle, so several tributaries of Nanfei River are crowded here and merge into Chao Lake, forming this impact. Tidal flat. There are relatively dry areas in the middle of the tidal flat. It is no problem to berth some small fishing boats and land on the beach. The disadvantage is that the water surface is very shallow and large boats cannot be berthed. Smaller fishing boats can even sail upstream into Nanfeishui. It’s just the terrain There’s a big difference in height, so it’s more difficult to sail against the current.”
Zhao Yun nodded slightly, with a little starlight in his eyes, and said: "Zijun, let you watch a good show! As long as Yu Jin's army really chooses to land here, let him come and never come back!"
Wang Ping said happily: "Zilong, what's the plan?"
Zhao Zilong laughed loudly and said: "Follow me back to the city to move the troops, and we'll talk as we walk! You will be responsible for this matter! I will leave it to you to claim the credit!"
At this moment, just when Zhao Zilong and the prince were returning to Hefei City to move their troops, on the Chao Lake filled with morning fog, countless fishing boats, large and small, were passing through the gap between the two islands in the center of the lake, Laoshan Mountain and Shoeshan Mountain, from South Chao Lake sailed into North Chao Lake. On the largest official ship, Yu Jin, who was dressed in shorts, was looking at the scenery between the two mountains and asked the deputy general beside him: "From here to Jixintan, it will be there in two hours, right?"
Yu Jin is seven feet five inches tall, with a long and thin body, a slim appearance, three locks of black beard, and a serious face. His muscles and bones are as strong as iron. At first glance, he reminds people of a fierce tiger and leopard. Yu Jin has always been known for his rigorous military management. Because he dared to attack the Qingzhou soldiers who did not observe military discipline, and he did not hesitate to kill his old friend Chang Xi in order to maintain military law, he was praised by Cao Cao as better than the famous generals of ancient times. The three armies trained by Yu Jin also have extraordinary combat effectiveness. At this moment, most of the leaders on the large and small fishing boats are soldiers brought by Yu Jin from his fellow villagers in Taishan County.
If you want to know what happens next, listen to the explanation next time.
