Chapter 256 The attacking Shu army

Style: Historical Author: Mi MuliWords: 2565Update Time: 24/01/18 12:31:07
"I am ordering all the generals of all the armies and battalions to strictly restrain their subordinates. They should bear in mind your majesty's kindness and reward, and they should fight for the country with all their heart!" Early in the morning, after inspecting the Han army's strongholds, I saw that the oppressive atmosphere had eased slightly, but there were many soldiers. Having relaxed too much, Xiang Xun ordered with a stern face.

At sunrise, the sound of drills in the Han camp rang out as usual, and the combat formations were rehearsed without any influence. And as the messengers were dispatched, soon the generals of all the armies gathered in the central army, and the commander-in-chief Xiang Xun gathered the generals to discuss the army.

Liu Chengxun was sitting in line to listen, and he also caught up. He was calm and measured, sitting upright, with a hint of curiosity in his intelligent eyes. Xiang Xun upheld his capable style and went straight to the point, saying: "Our army has been stationed here for several months, but has been fighting for a long time without success. I know that all the officers and soldiers are tired and sluggish for a long time. Now, it is the height of autumn, and a fighter opportunity has appeared. We Discuss mobilizing troops to break the barrier!"

As soon as these words were said, even the generals who had foreseen it had their spirits lifted and their waists straightened up.

"Regarding the strategy of this battle, we have taken into consideration the opinions of the public and decided to launch a fire attack! Today's Mighty City is like a furnace filled with dry firewood and dead wood. Twenty-four hundred kerosene bombs have been gathered in front of the camp. By then, it will be ready Burn the Shu army with a fire!" Xiang Xun said coldly.

After listening to Xiang Xun's words, Han Chongyun, who was standing behind him, subconsciously glanced at Shi Shouxin, really knowing what was going on.

Xiang Xun still had a serious look on his face and spoke meticulously: "After you all return to the camp, prepare for war and store more water in the camp. Cut down all the remaining trees around the camp! I'm afraid that this fire will The surrounding mountains and forests are destroyed, so we have to be careful!”

Xiang Xun had obviously been planning this for a long time. In order to avoid being abrupt, he ordered the trees to be cut down indiscriminately when setting up the stronghold. As a result, there was a sparse tree shade and a bare "isolation zone" around the Han camp.

"In this battle, the Longqi Army will first use the Thunderbolt Vehicle to attack key points and prevent fire!" Xiang Xun looked at Wang Quanbin.

"Follow the order!" Gao Huaide responded decisively, with a positive attitude and an excited look.

"The Xingjie army followed and launched an attack!" Xiang Xun looked at Wang Quanbin again.

Although a little disappointed, Wang Quanbin still clasped his fists and obeyed.

"The rest of the armies are prepared individually and are subject to deployment at any time!"

Just after finishing the general arrangements, I suddenly heard an urgent report from the scouts and the military situation of the Shu army had changed. The military academy was summoned urgently to listen to their report: "Notice to the Commander-in-Chief that the Shu army has made a sudden move. Five thousand Shu troops from Tangcang Town are heading north to observe their movements. The destination may be the Huanghua Valley. There are also Shu troops in the Xie Valley, and they are entering Baijian. .”

After hearing the report, Xiang Xun immediately stood up, walked to the map hanging in the tent, and studied the place names. After thinking about it for a while, he couldn't help but laugh: "Baijian and Huanghua Valley are behind our army! It seems that the Shu army really can't stand it any longer. They are trying to cut off my retreat!"

"Previously, the Wude Department and the Military Intelligence Department came to report one after another, saying that under the orders of the Shu court, the Shu army would attack. This was their choice!" Xiang Xun sighed.

"Commander, both Baijian and Huanghua Valley are behind our army. This matter involves our army's food route, especially Huanghua Valley. It is easier to cut off the retreat. There is no room for loss. There are not many defenders there. If the Shu army succeeds, our army's situation will be terrible." It’s inevitable to be very frustrated!” Gao Huaide said seriously.

Although he had an insight into the movements of the Shu army, Xiang Xun did not dare to be careless. He thought about it and said seriously: "We must deal with it quickly, especially the enemies of Tangcang!"

"Commander, the last general is asking for orders to attack. The Shu army from Tangcang will have to take a long and narrow route to Huanghua Valley. The last general is willing to lead his men to support and fight against the Shu army!" Han Chongyun couldn't help but come out and clasped his fists to ask for orders. He could see that in the camp, it would be difficult for them to take their turn. Now that they had the opportunity, they naturally asked for help.

Wang Renfan also stood up at this time and asked forcefully: "The last general is willing to go!"

Seeing this, Han Zhongyun immediately frowned, feeling slightly unhappy. Xiang Xun waved his hand to stop the others who were eager to try. His eyes wandered over the two of them for a few times, and he started to pace, as if he was considering who to send.

At this time, Shi Shouxin, who had always been low-key and humble, finally stood up and said to Xun: "Commander, why don't we divide our troops again, seize Tangcang, and pull out this nail buried in the side of our army. In this way, we can also intercept the attack. When the Shu army returns, if the supporting Shu army is destroyed and the enemy in Baijian collapses, and if the commander-in-chief then attacks Weiwu City, the entire Shu army on the opposite side will inevitably collapse!"

"General Shi has a sharp vision!" Xiang Xun couldn't help but nod, not hiding his appreciation at all. He rolled his eyes and said: "Let the enemies in Tangcang and Baijian be dealt with by the direct army of the inner palace!"

"Thank you, Commander-in-Chief, I will definitely live up to your military orders!" Shi Shouxin finally showed joy on his face.

"Soldiers are valuable and quick, go down and prepare!" Xiang Xun told Shi Shouxin.

Turning around, he studied the military map for a while. The movement of the Shu army affected his whole body, allowing him to see too many opportunities at once. Even the plan to set fire to the mountain has wavered.

However, staring at the mighty city marked on Liu's map, Xiang Xun quickly strengthened his determination and said to the generals in the tent: "Be prepared today. Tomorrow we will send troops to attack the key points and defeat the Shu army in one fell swoop!"

"Follow the order!"

Generals Shi and Han quickly left their tents and returned to camp, mobilizing their subordinates to carry out their tasks. In the handsome account, it is easy to say it, but it is not so easy to actually implement it.

On the way back to the camp, the two had clearly divided the tasks. Of course, it was basically Shi Shouxin's arrangement. Han Chongyun wanted to lead troops to Huanghua Valley, but Shi Shouxin refused.

When it came to military arrangements, Shi Shouxin, who became strict, did not give any face, and said directly: "I only bring half of the troops, two battalions of crossbowmen, three battalions of infantry, plenty of arrows, no debris to weigh me down, and light and simple clothing. OK, go straight to Huanghua Valley, compete with the Shu army for time, and set up an ambush in advance!

You lead the remaining soldiers to attack Tangcang Town and act according to the situation. If the troops are insufficient and defenses are sparse, attack them. If the defense is tight, retreat halfway to set up an ambush to stop and kill the Shu army! "

"Yes!" Facing the military order, Han Chongyun had nothing to say and simply obeyed.

Because Huanghua Valley is an important logistics road, the Han army specially left a battalion of troops and civilians to garrison in case of an attack by the Shu army. In terms of defense, it is not considered strong. The Shu army chose this as its target. It was obviously verified by probing and had an understanding of the situation in Huanghua Valley.

Southwest of the valley entrance, about three miles away, turning from the congested path into the post road, thousands of Shu soldiers were stopping to rest. I raised my eyes to look at the sky. The sun was setting hard, and it was setting in the west.

It was almost a day's march, and it was very hard to walk on the mountain trails. Looking around, we could see that many soldiers had lost their formation and were resting wantonly, very laxly.

The commander-in-chief, Han Jixun, immediately became angry and immediately sent his soldiers out to deliver the order, asking his soldiers to disperse into the mountains on both sides to rest, drink water and eat in battalion units.

At the same time, the scouts sent in advance to open the way also returned to spy on the enemy.

"How is it? Is there anything unusual in Huanghua Valley? How is the Han army's defense?" Han Jixun asked urgently as he personally handed the scout a water bag.

"Envoy!" After quenching his thirst for a while, he wiped his mouth and said, "There is nothing unusual, but the security is very tight. The soldiers are constantly patrolling and have not lost their vigilance!"

Hearing this, Han Jixun breathed a sigh of relief. This was normal. He thought for a while and asked, "Is there a sentry outside the stronghold?"

"My subordinates were careful to spy on me. As soon as I got close to the pass, I didn't see any Han sentries!"

"It seems that the Han army is still slacking off!" Han Jixun sighed, with a smile on his lips, and immediately ordered: "Send the order to the entire army to rest for another two quarters of an hour before launching an attack on Huanghua Valley! Choose Five Hundred Strength Soldier, I will personally lead the advance and go straight to the mouth of the valley!"

"Your Majesty, the soldiers have been marching continuously and are exhausted. It is getting late now. Is it inappropriate to attack now? How about resting for a night and attacking again in the morning?" The generals around him heard the order and couldn't help but give persuasion.

"I know the fatigue of the officers and soldiers. It's not that I don't sympathize with the subordinates. It's just that the soldiers are very fast and cannot tolerate delay." Han Jixun said: "Since the past three months, the two armies have sent scouts to spy on each other. Our army this time Although we have tried our best to conceal our attack, we may not be able to hide it for long. We must wait until the Han army reacts, seize the Huanghua Valley, and strengthen the defense of the stronghold.

Otherwise, once the Han army reacts and Huanghua Valley has not yet descended, our army will be in danger! Furthermore, since our army has reached the mouth of the valley and is right under the eyes of the Han army, how long can we remain invisible? "

"Tell the soldiers to persist and overcome fatigue. Hundreds of soldiers and civilians will be stationed in Huanghua Valley. As long as we take it, we can rest assured!" Han Jixun explained patiently.

"Follow the order!" After hearing this, the generals around him were obviously convinced and immediately made arrangements.

Han Jixun continued to endure the fatigue and steel himself, holding the handle of the knife tightly with his left hand, looking northward with sharp eyes, as if he could see his destination, Huanghua Valley, through the thick trees.

After the defeat of Huangniuzhai, Han Jixun felt that he was careless. This time he took the initiative to ask for orders to attack, hoping to avenge his previous humiliation.

When the time came, as planned, Han Jixun personally led 500 elite soldiers to the entrance of Huanghua Valley. With the sound of a trumpet, he immediately launched an attack on the Han defenders in Huanghua Valley.