Yu Zhongwen is undoubtedly the one under the most pressure now. He doesn't think about how to lose like Yu Wenshu. All he thinks about is how to win.
Historically, after the main force of Yu Wenshu and Yu Zhongwen successfully arrived at the Yalu River, they were delayed for half a month by Ulchi Wende's false surrender, so that they ran out of food and grass. Yu Wenshu stated at that time: withdraw the troops.
But Yu Zhongwen disagreed. The original words were: The general can't defeat the small thieves with a hundred thousand people, so how can he meet the emperor? Moreover, Zhongwen's trip is full of knowledge that it is useless, so what? The good generals of ancient times were able to succeed, and the affairs of the army depended on one person. Nowadays, everyone has his own intentions, so how can he defeat the enemy?
This sentence was equivalent to scolding both Yu Wenshu and the consolation envoy Liu Shilong. Because Yu Wenshu wanted to withdraw his troops, Liu Shilong accepted Ulji Wende's false surrender, which caused the Sui army to fall into an unfavorable and dangerous situation.
Then, Yu Wenshu has no choice. Since you said so, let’s continue going south.
After seven battles and seven victories, the army arrived thirty miles away from Pyongyang City. At this time, Ulji Mundeok came to pretend to surrender again.
After successfully stalling for time again, not to mention the food and water, there was no way to retreat. They were chased behind and beaten to death, resulting in a tragic defeat.
So when Duan Jin, Li Xuantong, and Huang Junhan of the Eastern Route Army went south and attacked Gao Jianwu, Yu Zhongwen immediately changed his direction and broke out south with all his strength, intending to join Mai Tiezhang and then fight with Eulchi Wende.
He finally figured it out. If he didn't get rid of Eulji Wende, he wouldn't be able to go south.
Although Pei Xingyan's number was small, only four thousand, they were all heavily armored cavalry, which undoubtedly greatly encouraged the morale of the remaining Mai Tiezhang troops.
His arrival made the soldiers feel that other friendly forces had not abandoned them, and the fear of the enemy in their hearts disappeared.
In this huge melee on the north bank of the Yalu River, the Sui army's military strength was maximized. As the Sui ace Youyiwei entered the battlefield, the Goguryeo people fully understood what an invincible army was.
It is no exaggeration to say that once there is a confrontation, the outcome will be decided in a very short time.
The armies from all walks of life spread across the mountains and valleys, killing each other in darkness. The battle lasted for two days and one night, and finally came to an end with Gao Jianwu defeated and fled, Zhongshiwei killed in battle, and Eulji Wende retreated to Wugu City.
It is no exaggeration to say that it is a hell on earth with corpses strewn all over the place for hundreds of miles.
Yu Zhongwen was completely confident in this battle. The army did not rest and directly surrounded Wugu City. The Maitie Staff who cleaned up the battlefield from behind sent carloads of heads to Wugu City, in front of B. In front of Zhi Wende, countless Beijing temples were built around Wugu City.
Killing is heartbreaking.
When the Goguryeo defenders on the city wall saw this scene, their psychological defenses collapsed completely. Although some generals deceived them: We did not die so many, the Sui army was using their own heads to make up for the loss.
But even ordinary soldiers don't believe this kind of lie.
If Mai Tiezhang really dared to cut off the heads of his own soldiers, his soldiers would be the first to behead him.
Shi Wanbao was seriously injured and dying. After simple treatment by the army doctors, he was sent to the direction of Liaodong. His confidant Zhu Longsheng died in the battle. According to the records of the army's merit examination, his military merits had accumulated to level six.
The current situation in Wugu City is that it must be surrendered. Gao Jianwu has been defeated and has disappeared. They have become a lone army, surrounded by others.
As in history, Eulji Mundeok personally led people out of the city and surrendered.
In the military tent, Eulji Mundeok faced the Sui generals alone and said without being humble or arrogant:
"This battle could not have been fought. My king had already made preparations and planned to go to the Central Plains to meet the Emperor of the Sui Dynasty. However, you suddenly raised troops and the king was frightened, so he hurriedly accepted the battle. In fact, at the beginning of the founding of the Sui Dynasty, our country had The Sui court professed its vassalship, but the Emperor of the Sui Dynasty was too impatient and eager to use troops against his subordinate countries, which caused everyone in the world to be in danger. What do the people of the world think of the Sui Dynasty's treatment of its subordinate countries? Today's surrender is actually a re-establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries. This is a good opportunity. The Sui army is so powerful that I cannot defeat it. My lord is willing to personally lead the envoys to meet with the emperor next year."
Eulchi Mundeok was the highest military commander north of Pyongyang. Before leaving Pyongyang, Go Won had authorized him to act cheaply.
Because Gao Yuan felt that he could not defeat the Sui Dynasty from the very beginning, he had already left a backup plan to surrender.
"Don't you think it's too late for you to say these things?" Tian Shishi sneered: "My king's troops came to the city before he thought of surrendering? What have you been doing so long ago?"
Zheng Detong also snorted coldly: "My Majesty the Sui Dynasty has already given you the opportunity to come to court as soon as possible. It is because Gao Yuan himself did not come. As the king of a subordinate country, he did not respect the superior country. That is why today's millions of troops are pressing down on the country. We I know you are the prime minister of Goguryeo, but can you represent Goguryeo’s wishes?”
Eulji Wende nodded and said: "Once the Sui army crosses the river, there is no danger to defend Chang'an City, and it is a doomed situation. How can my king shake the tree and make a death struggle? I am here to ask for surrender. On behalf of the entire Goguryeo, If you are willing to surrender, my king will lead his ministers and come out of Chang'an to welcome you."
"What you said is evasive. Also, stop calling Pyongyang Chang'an. You are not worthy," Yu Zhongwen sneered:
"For two years, Gao Yuan did not come to the capital to see my Majesty. In the Sui Dynasty, the whole country mobilized troops. You are not unaware of such a big movement. After the edict to conquer Goguryeo was promulgated, you also know that if you did not surrender at that time, you will surrender now. Do you think I will believe you?"
In Yu Zhongwen's mind, Yang Ming's warning to him was already remembered. In addition, he had been holding back his anger for a long time, so he did not intend to surrender today.
You damn near surrounded me. If the reinforcements hadn't arrived and I risked the main force to fight against you, you would have destroyed the Mai Tiezhang.
Surrender now? Mai Tiezhang is on his way here. You can ask him later if he agrees or not.
Eulji Wende said: "Why doesn't the general believe it? Does our country still have the strength to fight again? If not, why not surrender?"
At this time, Liu Shilong finally spoke: "In other words, if I accept the surrender, the defenders of Pyongyang City and the garrison of Sashui will also abandon their weapons and surrender?"
"That's right," Eulji Wende said, "I just said that when I present the surrender form, I represent the entire Goguryeo. The surrender form will be stamped with my king's seal, which cannot be faked."
"Where is the surrender?" Liu Shilong asked.
Eulji Wende smiled and said: "Of course I am not ready yet. I am here this time just to discuss the surrender with you. If you agree, I will send someone to inform my king and discuss the next thing. After all, the surrender of a country will It won’t be ready so quickly. My king was granted the title of General Pingyang by the Emperor of the Sui Dynasty and the King of Liaodong County. After accepting the surrender, I hope that the title can be retained."
"If you sincerely join me, your title will be retained," Liu Shilong said with a smile.
As soon as these words came out, the faces of many generals present were already ugly. We fought bloody battles and so many people died. Are you going to surrender?
Liu Shilong was a close minister of the emperor and the pacifier of the army. He was not subject to the control of the generals and was directly under the jurisdiction of the emperor. Therefore, the generals could only look at Yu Zhongwen, hoping that he would come forward to deny it.
After all, Liu Shilong is Shangshu Youcheng, Shangshu Youpu She Pei Ju's assistant.
Before Yu Zhongwen left Beijing, he had a very bad impression of Liu Shilong after talking with the prince. The prince was a good at predicting events. He knew that Goguryeo would surrender, and that Liu Shilong would surrender.
"This general will not accept surrender. If it is in Liaodong, yes, but now we have reached the border and success is imminent. It is really a joke to accept surrender now. Do you agree to the heroic spirits of my fallen soldiers?"
"No," many generals agreed.
Liu Shilong smiled and said: "The General Manager should be aware of the general situation. If I accept the surrender this time, my sons will not have to fight on their way south, and there will be no casualties. The General Manager is considerate of the soldiers and should accept the surrender."
"How do you know whether his surrender is true or not? If you think it is true, I will think it is false. The military situation is a major matter, so don't interfere with it," Yu Zhongwen said with a smile.
Liu Shilong said: "Your Majesty sent me to accompany the army, just to take care of matters big and small. The general manager won't let me do anything, so I have to ask Your Majesty."
Tian Shishi suddenly became angry: "Are you ignorant? You really take yourself seriously when you are asked to join the army. A minister, Youcheng, who is just an assistant officer organizing files for Duke Pei, dares to interfere in a major military matter. I After the Duke returns to the army, he will state the charges against you in front of His Majesty."
He has been holding back this anger for a long time. He has never heard of other military comfort envoys stretching their hands as long as this bastard on their side. Yu Wen Jingli and Gao Yixian are in the military tent right now. Why do they just If you don't say anything, you'll just keep talking.
When Yu Zhongwen decided to risk going south for a decisive battle, this bastard objected. Tian Shishi was already angry at that time and could no longer hold it in anymore.
Liu Shilong smiled and said: "Please take your military position in the army. Here, I am just a comfort envoy, and you are not the Duke of Guan Guo, but the deputy general manager of the march. Before the army goes out for the expedition, His Majesty has a decree: if Goryeo surrenders, it is appropriate to comfort him." "Na, you are not allowed to send troops. I am just following His Majesty's will. If the deputy general manager has any complaints, he should not be angry with me."
Hearing this, Eulji Wende narrowed his eyes, good guy, Yang Guang still has such a purpose?
Tian Shishi immediately stood up and clapped his legs, pointed at Liu Shilong and said: "The manager just said that the enemy is pretending to surrender. What? Do you have to accept the fake surrender?"
"Your Majesty can decide whether the surrender is true or not," Liu Shilong said, "I will report to your Majesty immediately and ask him to make a decision. The deputy general manager will be waiting."
Tian Shishi said angrily: "My main force is eager to go south, how can we waste time here? The thief is ruining my important event."
"Stop arguing," Yu Zhongwen stopped him in time, looked at Liu Shilong and said, "What if I don't surrender?"
Liu Shilong was expressionless: "The manager doesn't seem to have this right."
It was at this time that Mai Tiezhang came in from outside the military tent, and Tian Shishi informed him of the matter immediately.
He was deliberately stirring up trouble. After all, everyone knew Mai Tiezhang's temper, and his eldest son died and his head was cut off.
After hearing this, Mai Tiezhang's face remained expressionless, and he just waved his right arm rapidly, raising and lowering the knife in his hand.
The scene in Eulji Munduk's eyes stopped at a fixed image after a lot of spinning, and then darkened.
Mai Tiezhang took a spear from the guard, put Yiji Wende's head on the tip of the spear, and sat on the ground with a big golden sword, carrying the spear on his shoulder, and hanging on the spear was a bloody ball. head.
I saw him looking at Yu Zhongwen: "When will we attack the city?"
The corner of Yu Zhongwen's mouth curled up, and Liu Shilong stood up tremblingly, pointing at the iron staff with wide eyes and said:
"You dare to disobey His Majesty's will?"
Mai Tiezhang pointed at Eulji Wende's body on the ground and said to Liu Shilong: "If you dare to say another word, you will be treated like this thief!"
