Everyone was silent and looked at Wang Shun who was sitting in the main seat. It was obvious that all their hopes were placed on him. After all, it was under the leadership of this tall and thin man that they accomplished such a feat that alarmed the entire Guanzhong and the Han court. Now, the situation is critical and everyone is in chaos, so Wang Shunlai can only make the decision.
A heavy pressure really weighed on Wang Shun's heart. After thinking for a long time, Wang Shun looked around and said solemnly: "Brothers, I have seriously thought that the government cavalry is chasing us wantonly with the purpose of trapping us in Xuelu Town.
In the past few days, they had been wandering outside and not launching an attack, probably because they were unwilling to attack with cavalry and waited for the arrival of other infantry troops to counter the rebellion. With the strength of the official army, once the official infantry arrives, with the strength of the armor, it will be absolutely difficult for us to resist.
Some brothers are right when they say that if you continue to stay in Xuelu Town, you are destined to die. There is no other possibility. As a last resort, we have only one way out, escape! "
Looking at the crowd, Wang Shun's eyes flashed with determination and cruelty: "Although there are officers, soldiers and cavalry watching all around, you will definitely be robbed and killed when you leave the town, but if you break out, no matter how slim it is, there is still a glimmer of hope. On the left and right. Death is better than surviving in death!"
Wang Shun's words were still somewhat contagious, and they also reassured the rebel generals. One of them asked: "Where to escape?"
"South!" Wang Shun said decisively: "Only the south! North, east, and west are all over Beihanzhou County. Only by going south and escaping into the Zhongnan Mountains can we get rid of the army."
Without giving everyone time to react, Wang Shun continued: "Moreover, we don't have much time left! Although it is unknown when the officers and soldiers will arrive, we can be sure that the longer we wait, the more likely they will be to us. The more dangerous it is, the more dangerous it is. What I mean is, without further ado, we will break out tonight, under cover of dusk, and attack southward. No matter how powerful the official cavalry is, it will be difficult to take care of all of us at night."
"Brothers, would you like to follow me and risk your life again?" He stared at the crowd.
"Why don't you dare? Everyone will die, why not try again!" Someone immediately agreed. These people are basically desperadoes, and there is nothing they dare not do.
"Okay!" Wang Shun shouted and immediately ordered: "Each of you go back to your camp, rectify the soldiers, gather all the strong and old soldiers, take out the remaining food, and let the brothers have a full meal."
"yes!"
"Also, gather those Han people together. When the time comes, let them break out to the north and attract the attention of the officers and soldiers. We will go south, regardless of everything, and will not stop until we reach the Wei River!" Wang Shun said again.
"yes!"
Forced by the life and death crisis, a group of thieves recovered their morale from a pool of stagnant water and retreated to make arrangements. As soon as the meeting ended, Wang Shun immediately summoned two of his confidants and gave serious and cold instructions: "Evacuate at night, keep your brothers tight. If something goes wrong, leave the group!"
The two confidants were a little stunned. Seeing this, Wang Shun lowered his voice: "With many people, the target is too big, and it is easy for the officers and soldiers to regard it as a target for pursuit. Furthermore, even if the brigade escapes by chance and enters the mountains, how can there be so much food?" Don't let them go to the direction of Zhongnan to attract the attention of the officers and soldiers. We will take the brothers from the guard camp and move flexibly. I have secretly sent people to prepare a few boats on the Wei River, and we will cross the river from Yuxi."
"But......"
"There is no but!" Wang Shun interrupted sternly and lectured: "It's all about survival. It's better for them to die than for us to die! As long as we cross the Wei River and enter the mountains, whether we are occupying the mountains as bandits or returning to Sichuan over the mountains, Everyone has a chance to survive! Do you understand?"
"yes!"
Wang Shun is obviously a very shrewd, cunning, selfish and vicious person, and the circumstances give him a chance to show off. During this period, while raiding various counties, he had almost learned about the geographical situation.
After all the instigation just now, there are many concerns that have not been finished. For example, the Han army can be divided into groups to pursue and suppress it. For example, it will still be passable when it reaches the Wei River. For example, after crossing the Wei River, it is unknown what the situation of the officers and soldiers in the south will be...
But there is no need to say everything he can consider, otherwise it will reduce the role of bait and abandonment.
Of course, there are many things that Wang Shun himself cannot control. For example, how many officers and soldiers can be attracted by the coerced Han people? What if the officers and soldiers react in advance? What if the presumed infantry arrives in advance...
However, this is an act of desperation. Risking one's life is simply not possible. Some risks must be taken. No matter how bad it is, can it be worse than waiting to die in Xuelu Town?
Staying in Xuelu Town would mean death; evacuating south would mean a narrow escape; but according to Wang Shun's real plan, the chance of survival might be increased by another 20%. You can fight for the 30% chance.
While the "rebels" in Xuelu Town were busy and quietly preparing, the Han cavalry outside Xuelu Town were still step-by-step, patiently waiting to attack. Two thousand horse troops were camped five miles east of the town. Only a few groups of knights were sent as scouts to patrol around to prevent the bandits from escaping, and to strangle stragglers to explore the surrounding situation.
At dusk, with the setting sun setting in the west, and the bright yellow sunset as the background, Murong Chengtai led his team back to the camping site in the east of the town. There were sentries already, and the guard was lifted to let them go. The cavalry's garrison is different from the army's formation, and is very scattered.
Straight into the center, Murong Chengtai quickly jumped off his horse, his movements were agile and very capable. He handed the riding whip to his subordinates and ordered the cavalrymen following him: "You all go down and rest!"
"yes!"
The simply decorated tent was filled with an appetizing aroma. Ma Renyu was grilling meat himself. A fat sheep was placed on the fire, roasted until it was burnt and buttery. Ma Renyu was serving condiments.
Hearing the noise, he raised his eyes and said, "General Murong is back! It's just the right time, the meat is almost cooked!"
"General Pony is really in a good mood!" After looking at it, Murong Chengtai responded, randomly picked up a water bag, and drank several sips.
Burping happily, Murong Chengtai called to the messenger and ordered: "Go, notify the fourth team of the right battalion to go and change the surveillance!"
"It tastes good!" Ma Renyu tasted it and smiled happily. Then he took off a large piece of mutton leg meat and handed it to Murong Chengtai: "Try it!"
Murong Chengtai was not polite and took it easily: "Let's see if your skills have improved..."
He cut another piece and stuck it on the side with a knife. Ma Renyu shouted outside: "Here comes someone!"
When the guards entered, Ma Renyu pointed to the roasted lamb and ordered: "Carry this sheep down and give it to the injured brothers!"
"After a round of patrol, how is the situation?" Ma Renyu asked, his expression becoming more serious while eating meat.
"It's still the same as before. The bandit army is still huddled in Xuelu Town. I guess they are afraid of the sharpness of my cavalry and don't dare to come out easily!" Murong Chengtai said.
After he uttered his words, a hint of contempt flashed across Ma Renyu's young face: "The Ganshu captured rebel army was no match for us back then, but what's worse now. In my opinion, even if we attack the stronghold directly, we can still defeat it." Break it!"
Hearing what he said, Murong Chengtai responded: "That's natural, but if we use our cavalry soldiers to attack the fortress, there will inevitably be casualties. The cavalry is not used for this kind of task. It is not easy to train a knight.
Furthermore, Du Shuai also confessed that we came east this time to cooperate with Du Si in Guanzhong to quell the chaos, and we tried not to turn against the guests! "
In fact, Ma Renyu just gave a few words to vent. At this time, the rough lines on his face were full of contemplation, and asked Murong Chengtai: "I have been thinking about it for a few days, but I still don't understand what Du Shuai's order means? Let me We, the elite from the southwest, will cooperate with those state soldiers to fight!"
Faced with his question, Murong Chengtai chuckled, lowered his voice slightly, and gestured to the mutton in his hand: "I have also thought about it. For the sake of the meat, I will tell you. I was thinking about it. , this time in Guanzhong, such a sudden incident, after thinking about it, someone needs to be responsible, the changes in Guanzhong Daosi should be quite big.
The capital commander is Zhao Hongyin, who is responsible for guarding and public order in the area. Although he is not the source of the chaos, he has an inescapable responsibility since the chaos occurred.
Xiang Dushuai has a good relationship with General Zhao, and it seems that he intends to give up the credit for quelling the rebellion, giving General Zhao a chance to atone for his sins and reduce the punishment.
On the other hand, we are the border army after all, set up to defend the border and attack Shu. If there is internal chaos, the responsibility for countering the rebellion lies with Guanzhong Dusi. His Majesty’s edict also asked me to assist in countering the rebellion..."
Hearing what Murong Chengtai said, Ma Renyu was stunned for a moment, then slowly recovered and said with a wry smile: "I never thought that there would be such complicated considerations behind wiping out a bunch of rebels."
As he said this, he couldn't help but cast a surprised look at Murong Chengtai.
Murong Chengtai, obviously understood the meaning behind his eyes, showed a slightly reserved smile, and said lightly: "I am just making random guesses. I can't take it seriously, let alone explain it to outsiders!"
Ma Renyu nodded.
Murong Chengtai, the youngest son of Changli County Prince Murong Yanchao, was originally just a militant and active playboy, but during the years he was "exiled" to the southwest, he obviously grew up, and grew up very quickly. Especially in the past few years serving Xiang Xun.
"By the way, is there any news from General Zhao's side? Where is the army?" Murong Chengtai asked.
"We have arrived in Xingping. We are temporarily stationed in the county seat. We will arrive tomorrow!" Ma Renyu said: "General Zhao was not satisfied with it. After the chaos in the east of Jingzhao was settled, he returned to the west and marched quickly, basically without any gains. What a break!”
"The rebels on the left and right are here. We have prepared the battlefield for General Zhao, and we are just waiting for him to fight!" Murong Chengtai said.
As he spoke, his eyes, which were much darker than his face, flashed with two fierce expressions: "I stayed in Jingzhao for a period of time, and also visited the prefectures and counties with King Yong. At that time, the people's livelihood was stable, and the people Enough food.
But in the past few days, when I patrolled around, I saw that everything was devastated, the houses were destroyed, the people were displaced, and no chickens or dogs were left. It was supposed to be harvest time, but the crops in the fields were not taken care of, and a large number of fields were trampled and destroyed! "
"These thieves have done too much evil. I must kill them all to vent my hatred!"
