The south outside the city has become a blank area, which does not mean that the siege of Cangyan City has been solved.
If the head coach of the Tang Army orders a rush into this empty area, then the enemy will definitely counterattack frantically and quickly surround the Tang Army.
The generals under Li Qinzai's command were all battle-hardened and experienced in combat. After seeing that the south was open, they did not move forward.
Instead, Liu Renyuan ordered the entire army to stop and form an array on the spot. The forward battalion of Heiji Changzhi, who was chasing the remnants of the enemy, was also urgently recalled by Liu Renyuan and ordered the shrinking array to be on standby.
At this time, the enemy forces on the east and west sides outside Cangyan City were also frequently mobilized, covering both sides of the Tang army, ready to launch an attack at any time.
The two armies suddenly fell into a brief stalemate.
At this time, Li Qinzai led his troops and hurried to the Chinese army. Liu Renyuan reported the battle situation to Li Qinzai, and Li Qinzai nodded slowly.
"What are the casualties of our army?" Li Qinzai asked.
Liu Renyuan said: "The forward battalion engaged in the battle. More than 200 people were killed and more than 100 were seriously injured. Minor injuries are not counted."
Li Qinzai frowned: "It's a bit serious. With firearms, there shouldn't be such serious casualties."
Liu Renyuan said: "Before the forward battalion was in formation, the enemy launched a charge. When the enemy cavalry on the left and right flanks came outflanking them, the arrows fired killed many Paoze brothers. Most of the casualties in the forward battalion were injured by bows and arrows. .”
Li Qinzai thought for a while and said: "Send the order and modify the tactics. When fighting the enemy again, all officers and soldiers will first aim at the enemy's cavalry to prevent them from rushing into the range of bows and arrows. Secondly, they will deal with the infantry and try to reduce our army." casualties."
Liu Renyuan should be holding his fists.
"Please give me your instructions, Li Shuai, what should our army do next?" Liu Renyuan asked again.
Li Qinzai smiled and said: "There is no rush. Our army will stay still and let the enemy move first. Now the enemy is attacking from the east and west. The battlefield situation is not good for our army. Only by letting the enemy move first can our army be able to deal with it."
At this time, there is actually no problem for the Tang army to face the enemy on two sides, but the casualties will be relatively large. No matter how advanced the weapons are, it is difficult to focus on the end when dividing the troops. The forward battalion's attack on three sides is an example.
Li Qinzai would not give the enemy another chance to attack from a flank. He would have the patience to make the other party unable to help but move first, so that the Tang army could find a chance to defeat them.
Liu Renyuan was convinced after hearing this. Li Qinzai's order was indeed relatively safe. Soldiers have no constant momentum, and water has no constant shape. The one who wins due to the changes of the enemy is called a god.
He is worthy of being the grandson of Duke Ying. He was born as a general, and he really understands the essence of military service.
The two armies continued to stand in a stalemate. The generals of the Tang army knew Li Qinzai's intention, so they waited calmly.
However, there are also people who do not understand Li Qinzai's intentions.
After a commotion from the Chinese army, a figure hurriedly walked over, but it was Quan Xiancheng who had just been wronged.
After the announcement, Quan Xiancheng was placed in front of Li Qinzai.
His Royal Highness Prince Wang was still very polite. He bowed first when meeting, then straightened up and looked at Li Qinzai.
"Your Excellency County Duke Li, the enemy in the south of Cangyan City has been defeated at this time, and there is a blank area in front of us. Why doesn't County Duke Li order an order to enter the city to rescue my father?" Quan Xiancheng's tone was a little urgent and a little rushed.
Li Qinzai glanced at him in surprise and said, "You are speaking in a much louder tone now than last night. Do you think you have recharged your value and can enjoy VIP treatment in front of me?"
Quan Xiancheng didn't know what he meant, but he still regained his composure, bowed to apologize in an educated manner, and his tone was much calmer.
"The foreign minister was so eager to save my father that he lost his etiquette for a moment. Please forgive me, Mr. Li County."
Li Qinzai said with a smile: "Seeing that you were beaten by me last night... well, you lost a lot of money, I forgive you."
Quan Xiancheng still couldn't help but said anxiously: "At this time, the battle situation is in our favor. The enemy in the south has been defeated. May I ask why County Duke Li didn't give the order to enter the city?"
Li Qinzai frowned and quickly looked at Liu Renyuan next to him.
Liu Renyuan's cheek twitched and he turned his head and looked away. The scenery in Goguryeo is good, the mountains are very high, the water is so much...
Li Qinzai also smiled.
After knocking off Quan Xiancheng last night, I originally felt pity and gratitude for him, but now this guy comes to his door on his own initiative and gives advice on his command layout...
If you don't blackmail him again, you can't live up to this guy's sincere filial piety.
Li Qinzai's expression suddenly became heavy, and he sighed secretly: "His Royal Highness, you should know that our army traveled a long way from Pyongyang, arrived outside Cangyan City last night, and launched an attack this morning. In fact, our soldiers have been exhausted for a long time, and their combat strength has been reduced." Being weak, it is really difficult to inspire military morale..."
Quan Xiancheng said in astonishment: "Last night, the foreign minister said that after the siege is relieved, are you willing to offer gold, silver, pearls and jade to comfort the soldiers' morale?"
Li Qinzai sneered: "There are tens of thousands of soldiers in our army. How much of your money can be divided among each of them? If it were you, would you be willing to fight for two cents?"
Quan Xiancheng's face turned pale: "It's more than just one or two articles, right? ...That's all, you don't mean more than County Duke Li?"
Li Qinzai looked around with an arrogant expression: "...I need more money!"
Liu Renyuan next to him let out a puff, then immediately turned around and shrugged his shoulders.
Li Qinzai glared at him fiercely. This is the critical moment. You better not block my way of making money!
"Get away!" Li Qinzai shouted.
Liu Renyuan ran away quickly.
Quan Xiancheng was in a state of confusion, with an expression on his face: "Mr. Li, my foreign ministers and my father have spent all they have, and there really is nothing left to gain!"
Li Qinzai raised his eyebrows slightly: "My belongings are gone. After all, your father was once the lord of Goguryeo. There are Zhuangzi, other courtyards, treasure hiding places and so on all over the country, right?"
Quan Xiancheng's cheeks twitched, and now he finally understood that he was in danger.
Talking about a long-tired warrior and talking about weak combat power are all bullshit, aren’t they just asking for money?
How could such a bastard appear in the Tang Dynasty? How did he become a county official?
After a long silence, Quan Xiancheng had no choice but to give in and lowered his head and said: "My father does have many Zhuangzi villas. The ones in the south of Goguryeo may have been confiscated by the traitor Quan Nanjian..."
"But the ones to the north and west should still be there. There is some money left in those other courtyards. The foreign minister is willing to give all of it. I also ask the Duke of Li County to send troops as soon as possible."
Li Qinzai's smile at this moment seemed sincere and friendly from the bottom of his heart, even a little pious, and his eyes were the same as worshiping the God of Wealth.
It is a rare and great injustice in the world, so we should cherish it and take more care of it.
"Come here, bring me the map!" Li Qinzai didn't even say the polite words of pretense to refuse now, for fear that the big enemy would suddenly regret it.
Buqu brought the map, Li Qinzai handed it to Quan Xiancheng, and said with a smile: "Thank you, Your Royal Highness, for marking your father's Zhuangzi Courtyard. Don't worry, I won't let you work hard. I will send troops to get it myself."
Quan Xiancheng sighed, his expression a little sad. Although he was born in the royal family and did not attach much importance to money, he had been drained of it time and time again. He didn't know how to explain it to his father.
After marking Zhuangzi and other courtyards on the map, Li Qinzai decisively ordered five hundred soldiers from the Chinese Army to retrieve the windfall, which had been renamed Li, according to the marks on the map.
Seeing the five hundred soldiers leaving quickly, Quan Xiancheng's face became increasingly gray, and he felt as if his wallet had been stolen.
