The city of Anyi was deserted, except for the soldiers of the coalition army. All the doors and windows were closed. Occasionally, a window opened, revealing a head. After seeing the soldiers on the road, he quickly retracted.
Zhao Kuo did not order the people to be pacified. Since Anyi was handed over to Wei, it was better for Wei to handle it. He didn't like to meddle in other people's affairs.
"The snow is getting heavier and heavier. If it continues like this, for just one day and one night, our attack on the Qin army will be slowed down for at least five days." Zhao Kuo sighed.
According to intelligence, the Qin army was building a fortress on the west bank of the river, and apparently planned to abandon the east of the river.
At this time, the river had frozen. If it didn't snow heavily, Zhao Kuo was still confident that he could cross the river and even reach Xianyang before the Qin army's defense line was completed.
But now it's snowing heavily, making it difficult to march.
"It's not easy for us, and the Qin army won't be easy either." Bao Yuan said.
"I don't know what's going on with Zhao Jun." Zhao Kuo said with some worry. The recent news that the scouts have not been Bai Qi made him a little uneasy.
"After finally conquering Anyi, don't think about this. Look at Lord Xinling..." Tian Dan pointed to the distance not far away.
At this time, Wei Wuji just came out of the city. He didn't know where he got horses, cattle, sheep, hogs, dogs, chickens, and a lot of sacrificial items that Zhao Kuo didn't recognize and walked out of the city. go.
"I don't want to think about this anymore. Let's go back to the camp to drink. Even Si Li, the commander-in-chief of the Qin army, has been captured. There is no need to worry about a sneak attack by the Qin army."
Zhao Kuo shook his head, pulled Tian Dan, Bao Yuan, Meng Ao and others to turn around and walk towards the camp.
Drinking is prohibited in the army, but it is not absolute. Generally, after a victory, the entire army can drink.
Of course, this is only in name. In fact, only middle- and high-level generals can drink alcohol, ordinary soldiers can forget it. Even if one person has a bowl and hundreds of thousands of troops combined, no country can afford it.
Back at the camp, Zhao Kuo invited his servants to prepare food and drinks, and then he and the generals sat casually on the bench chatting. It was not a formal occasion, so everyone was more casual.
Thanks to Zhao Kuo, the bench has become completely popular in the army. Except for some old diehards who said it was not in line with Zhou etiquette, no one objected.
Canglin knows etiquette well. Most of the soldiers are from civilian backgrounds and don’t even have enough to eat. You’re asking me for Zhou etiquette? Believe it or not, I hit you with a bench.
On the contrary, the old guy Shouzhu sprayed Zhao Kuo several times and was sent back to Qin by Zhao Kuo. When he left, he was still scolding Zhao Kuo. I don't know whether it was because of Zhou Li or because his mission failed.
It didn't take long for the banquet to be prepared, and the various ingredients were very rich. Although the conditions in the army were difficult, they were definitely not limited to the level of commander, unless the commander was willing to share the joys and sorrows with the soldiers.
Anyway, Zhao Kuo was unwilling.
After toasting together, Zhao Kuo picked up the vegetables and ate. China has spared no effort in the study of eating since ancient times. Although there was no vegetable oil during the Warring States Period, cooking techniques such as stir-frying and frying were invented using animal oil. "Songs of Chu" It is mentioned in the book that "if you use sour pork to cook juǎnfu, fry the hamburger to make some more." "Book of Rites" also mentions "use the dolphin to fry the paste, and the paste will be destroyed."
However, there are mainly two cooking methods: boiling and roasting. Putting the ingredients in a small cauldron and simmering them reminded Zhao Kuo of the hot pot of later generations.
Unfortunately, during the Warring States Period, there were no hot peppers, peppers and other seasonings, so the taste was a lot bland and the food was a bit unpleasant.
The big camp separated the inside and outside of the tent into two worlds. It was snowing heavily outside, but it was warm as spring inside the big camp.
The coalition forces fought all the way from Sanchuan to Hedong, and today they captured Anyi. Everyone was very happy and toasted each other frequently, especially Zhao Kuo, the coach, who was constantly being drunk.
Normally everyone is afraid of Zhao Kuo's identity, but at this time they don't regard him as the commander-in-chief.
After Zhao Kuo came to this world, his spirit has been tense. Even during the time in Wei State, he could not sleep peacefully because he was worried about Zhao Jun.
Although the Qin army has not been completely defeated now, at least his life is not in danger. He is relaxed and almost unafraid. He pulls Bao Yuan's beard and wants to have a drink with him.
"When Ma Fuzi arrives in South Korea in the future, you must remember to look for me." Bao Yuan excitedly patted Zhao Kuo on the back twice, almost killing him.
He has always been the number one general in South Korea. Although he has achieved certain results, he was beaten violently every time he faced Qin. This was his first victory over Qin. Although he was not the head coach, he was satisfied.
"Ma Fuzi is from my Zhao country. Why are you trying to rob Korea?" At this time, Lian Po and Le Yi opened the tent and walked in from the outside. They said with smiles on their faces: "Okay, let's take advantage of our absence." , you are actually drinking secretly."
"You... why are you here?" Everyone looked at the two of them in astonishment.
Aren't these two people supposed to be in Yicheng?
"To disappoint everyone, we did not hold back the Qin army. Bai Qi abandoned Yicheng and Gujiang overnight and withdrew the army to the other side of Fenshui. We considered that instead of attacking Fenshui and then attacking Heshui, it would be better to attack directly He Shui, so I came to find you."
Lian Po and Le Yi found an empty seat and sat down, then signaled their servants to prepare the dishes and chopsticks, and spoke confidently.
The Qin army is in the west and the Zhao army is in the east. If the Qin army insists on retreating, no one can stop it.
"..." Everyone.
"It's a good thing that the Zhao army has withdrawn. With the combined efforts of the three of us, we can definitely defeat the Qin army." Bao Yuan said quickly.
"What about the army?" Zhao Kuo was a little confused.
Zhao Jun went south, he should have received the information long ago.
"The army is still behind and has just set off. We have left it to Li Mu to lead. That boy has made rapid progress recently. It's just time for him to practice his skills. There will be no accidents. It could have been arrived in two days, but now it may take three to five days. We didn't expect it to snow," Lian Po said.
"Stop talking about this, come on, let's have a drink." Le Yi said happily.
He hasn't drank for a long time. He could hardly afford to eat in Zhao Jun these days. As for wine? Not to mention drinking, you can't even see it. Now seeing the wine, the wine bug was immediately hooked.
"Yes, yes, drink. Let's talk about anything tomorrow." Jin Bi raised his glass and said.
After some banquets, everyone gradually started chatting. Although they belong to three countries and each has its own master, at this time at least we are standing together.
No one knew if we would have such an opportunity to get together in the future. Everyone drank happily, and no one used their inner energy to evaporate the alcohol.
When Wei Wuji came back from worshiping his ancestors and saw everyone drinking, he took Zhu Hai to join the battle without saying a word, without any of the idol baggage of the fourth prince of the Warring States Period.
Wei Wuji was in a good mood. After the sacrifice, he could hear the voices of his ancestors calling and complaining about him all day long, and even the heroic spirits of his ancestors that were wandering in front of him disappeared without a trace in an instant.
