If you only look at the quantity, the troops and horses under Li Qinzai's command are quite impressive. He had nearly 20,000 Tang troops, 40,000 Japanese cannon fodder, and about 10,000 Silla allies.
In total, the army of nearly 70,000 people formed a mighty formation, which was enough to scare people. However, if they wanted to actually fight the enemy, only 20,000 Tang troops among the 70,000 soldiers could really command and fight with arms.
In addition, the 50,000 Silla and Japanese soldiers will almost certainly be defeated when encountering the enemy, without any suspense. However, the Tang army is now a tired force. They have just experienced a big battle. Even if they want to fight again, they probably don't have much physical strength.
Therefore, of course it is time to replace the cannon fodder at this time. Li Qinzai keeps 50,000 cannon fodder by his side and provides them with good food and drink every day. Does he really regard them as his ancestors?
"We, the soldiers of the Tang Army, are holding down the left and right flanks. The troops of Japan and Silla are all lined up in the central army formation. Let them be responsible for fighting on the main battlefield..." Li Qinzai said coldly.
Wang Fangyi was stunned: "Li Shuai, the Japanese and Silla people are unreliable. They will collapse when they encounter the enemy, and a defeat is inevitable. Why should they be included in the main battle of the Chinese army?" Li Qinzai said slowly: "Use their lives to disperse them." Only when the enemy's formation is in position can our army take advantage of the situation. Only by inserting the enemy's formation from the left and right flanks can we have the possibility of victory."
"In other words, the 50,000 soldiers and horses of Japan and Silla are used to..."
"Yes, they are sacrificed, using their lives in exchange for the initiative on the battlefield. To put it simply, they are cannon fodder that can be used." Li Qinzai said coldly.
Compassion does not command troops. When it comes time to sacrifice human lives, the commander must not hesitate. The only purpose of war is to win. To achieve this goal, the commander must use any means necessary.
Besides, Li Qinzai didn't feel any psychological discomfort for the foreigners who sacrificed their lives. The fate of these 50,000 people was destined to be difficult. Even if they did not die on today's battlefield, they would be taken back to the Tang Dynasty as laborers and used as livestock.
After Wang Fangyi was briefly stunned, he quickly accepted the result. Just like Li Qinzai's idea, since there are always people who have to sacrifice, why can't the sacrifices be made by the Japanese and Silla people?
The two looked at each other and reached a consensus silently. Li Qinzai couldn't help but smile. The deputy general Li Zhi chose for him was good. He would not object to anything no matter what. As long as Li Qinzai had an idea, he would resolutely implement it.
If there is still a chance to lead an army in the future, the deputy general Wang Fangyi must be taken with him. These days, it is more difficult to find a second-in-command who will not cause trouble for oneself than to find a gentle and virtuous mother-in-law.
"Our soldiers hold down the left and right flanks. After the battle, the guns do not need to be pointed at the enemy. Instead, they turn towards the Japanese and Silla troops in the central army. As long as anyone dares to escape, they will not hesitate to shoot." Wang Fangyi nodded heavily: "Okay, this time we will supervise the battle team and drive the Japanese and Silla people in front of the enemy like sheep. They have no other choice but to move forward and fight desperately." The two looked at each other and smiled, and then shouted "Jie Jie Jie" The villain's laughter is very scary.
.........Jin Yuxin came very quickly. After being taught a lesson by Li Qinzai, for some reason he suddenly became very punctual and knew the rules.
Whether marching or camping, the Silla army did not dare to harm the people on the peninsula. They huddled in the camp on weekdays and did not even dare to leave the camp gate. They did no harm to the people around them. They were simply a benevolent force. teacher.
Those who don’t know better think that the Silla army has strict military discipline and loves its people like sons. Who can believe that just a month ago, this army of benevolence and righteousness was simply an army of beasts, killing and looting the survivors of Baekje at every turn.
It was only after Li Qinzai came to teach them a lesson that they became so well-behaved and cute. As for the head coach of the Silla Army, Kim Yu-shin, his well-behavedness is no less than that of his soldiers.
Not only has my temper improved a lot, but I also understand a lot of rules inexplicably. It is said that this guy has appealed to the leader of the Silla Kingdom several times, asking for a change of general, and asked the leader to transfer him back to the Silla Kingdom. As for who will be replaced to lead the Silla Army,... whoever it is.
However, his request was rejected by the leader of Silla. The news that Li Qinzai killed more than a thousand Silla troops spread back to the Silla Kingdom. The officials in the country were extremely frightened by the Tang commander. The leader of the Silla Kingdom wanted to change generals, but none of the ministers dared to respond. They would rather be killed by the king. He also refused to be the head coach of the Silla Allied Forces.
The leader of the Silla Kingdom had no choice but to reject Jin Yuxin's request and let him continue to command the army, and told you tactfully that you better behave yourself in front of Li Qinzai, otherwise you will lose your life and you will not be able to win the lawsuit even before the Emperor of Tang Dynasty.
From then on, Jin Yuxin seemed to have accepted his fate and was walking on thin ice in front of Li Qinzai. Not only did he understand the etiquette of dignity, he also understood the value of time. Every time Li Qinzai beat the drum to gather the generals, Jin Yuxin was like a rabbit on fire, darting into the commander's tent with a puff of smoke and never being late.
It was the same today. As soon as Li Qinzai gave the order, Jin Yuxin rushed in not long after, standing in front of Li Qinzai breathing heavily.
Li Qinzai stepped forward and patted him on the shoulder, and said dotingly: "Why is General Jin so anxious... Even if you are a little late, I won't blame you. We are all allies. I still have tolerance for this." Yes." Jin Yuxin wanted to roll his eyes, but he didn't dare.
You really won't blame me for being late. You will only let me be pushed out and beheaded in public. I won't be fooled by you!
Li Qinzai said straight to the point: "Another enemy army has arrived from the direction of Pyongyang City, about 40,000 soldiers and horses. The war is urgent. I have a task I want to give to General Jin." Jin Yuxin hesitated for a moment, but still clasped his fists and said: "Please Li Shuai I ordered, whether it is preparing food and fodder or transporting ordnance, our Silla Allied Forces will definitely live up to Commander Li's expectations." Li Qinzai smiled and said: "Your army has always been mighty and brave, and it is said that it has recently gained a reputation as a benevolent and righteous army. It is really gratifying. Congratulations, for such a capable army, if you are always asked to transport food, grass, ordnance, wouldn't it be an insult to your talents?"
"What Li Shuai means..." Jin Yuxin's heart gradually sank as he looked at Li Qinzai's malicious smile.
"A good man should make contributions on the battlefield and earn a name for his descendants. The battlefield is where you, the bloody men of Silla, should go..." Li Qinzai pointed to the distant front and said in a bewitching tone: "General Jin, Take your sons and sons to fight the enemy bravely! That is the place where you can realize your dreams!" Jin Yuxin took a breath, and his face suddenly became ugly.
"Li Shuai, the general's soldiers are weak and have no fighting spirit. They must not go to the battlefield, otherwise the whole army will collapse, and the general will not be able to bear the heavy responsibility of defeat!" Jin Yuxin decisively refused.
Li Qinzai still advised him affectionately: "Just give it a try. If you give it a try, you won't be a child anymore... As long as you lead your army to fight, even if you lose, I will never blame you, and I will also offer sacrifices to the leader of your country." How about you ask for a reward?"
"No! I can't do it!" Jin Yuxin refused clearly and simply.
