Regardless of the layout and construction of the military defense, the Shu army's camp was still well built, with neat and clean barracks, various buildings, and beautiful scenery. It can be described as "livable".
With the arrival of the follow-up boat division, Songmuzhai was completely under control, and it was difficult to cause any trouble. The prisoners of the Shu army were all honest and did not dare to look sideways in the face of the powerful Han army coming with reinforcements.
Wei Lin was busy arranging people, counting the seizures, cleaning the battlefield, accepting prisoners, arranging defenses, repairing the water stronghold, and preparing for the follow-up army. It's a bit like Zhang Yanqing is playing from the front and he is defending from behind.
When Zhao Kuangyin saw Zhang Yanqing again, the veteran general was shirtless and the medical officer accompanying him was treating his injuries. The blood-stained arrow cluster was put aside, the medicine was applied, and the doctor bandaged it with skilled skills and techniques. A Shu Army military academy stood in front of him, and Zhang Yanqing listened to what he was describing.
Seeing Zhao Kuangyin walking in, Zhang Yanqing immediately stood up and wanted to salute, saying: "Since the commander-in-chief has arrived, I have not been able to greet him in time, so please forgive me!"
Seeing that his movements were slightly stiff, Zhao Kuangyin hurriedly stretched out his hand to stop him, with a humble and cordial expression: "General, there is no need to be formal! This achievement not only defeated the Shu navy and opened up the river, but also captured the Songmu Village in one fell swoop. It is my commander who should salute the general to express his gratitude!"
"You are so handsome and polite! How dare you be the last general?" Zhang Yanqing smiled slightly.
"How's the injury?" Zhao Kuangyin asked concernedly when he saw that he was wrapped in bandages.
"It doesn't matter, it's just a first-shot arrow, no vital damage, just rest for a while!" Zhang Yanqing said.
Zhao Kuangyin became more and more fond of his magnanimity and said with emotion: "The general chased the enemy to the north with less than a thousand exhausted soldiers, and quickly descended to the stronghold. His judgment and grasp of the fighter opportunities, and his tenacity in fighting showed the courage and heroism of a good general. ! This should be reported to Tokyo to promote his reputation!"
"Thank you for being handsome!" Zhang Yanqing was not being pretentious.
Saying that, Zhao Kuangyin said again: "I took a look in the stronghold, and it can be said that it is very difficult and dangerous. Many of your soldiers are exhausted, and there are many minor and serious injuries. Attacking the stronghold must be very difficult!"
Mentioning this, Zhang Yanqing also sighed: "More than two hundred soldiers were killed in the battle. The sacrifice is not small. Counting the losses in the water battle, the casualties of two thousand soldiers are about half!"
"They are all loyal and brave men of the Han Dynasty. Their sacrifices are worth it. According to Wei Lin's rough estimate, about 6,000 enemies were wiped out in both water and land battles, and countless captured! All soldiers who participated in this battle will receive The imperial court commends and rewards you. Your spirit of not being afraid of sacrifice and moving forward bravely will definitely be commended and promoted and respected by others!" Zhao Kuangyin promised.
"At the end of the day, I will thank you, Commander-in-Chief, for your generals!"
Noticing the captive junior colonel standing aside cautiously like a quail, Zhao Kuangyin said: "What does the general seem to be asking?"
After hearing the question, Zhang Yanqing immediately regained his energy and explained: "What we have observed is the situation of the Shu villages in Sanhui and Wushan. Although the Shu army has many villages, only these two villages are the most important.
Wushanzhai is located in a dangerous place in Wu Gorge. If you want to pass through Wu Gorge smoothly, you must take it to avoid future troubles. Sanhui Village is in the northwest of Songmuzhai, about thirty miles away from the creek. It serves as a cover for Wushan Village. There are 1,500 troops stationed there. One division can be sent to capture Sanhui Village first, and then attack Wushan Village from both sides! "
Hearing what he said, Zhao Kuangyin couldn't help but clasp his hands and said with a hearty smile: "General Zhang is a really good general, just like me!"
"Commander, General Zhang has made great achievements, leave Sanhui Village to me!" Dang Jin, who entered together, took the initiative to challenge.
"That's what I meant!" Looking at the party advancing, Zhao Kuangyin regained his seriousness and said, "When the army arrives at Songmu, rest for the night. Tomorrow, you will lead your three thousand soldiers and, under the guidance of the prisoners, go to seize Sanhui Village. I will give you three days to open up the road to attack Wushan Village!"
"It doesn't take three days, I can get off in one day!" Dang Jin raised his head and said.
Zhao Kuangyin immediately came to the lesson: "The terrain here is conducive to defense but not offensive. Even if the Shu army is weak, it can still rely on it to defend. General Zhang moved because of the victory, took advantage of the chaos and unpreparedness, and made great achievements. In this way, there are still many casualties. Now that Songmu Village is down, Sanhui Village must be on guard. After all, the soldiers under its command are made of flesh and blood, and your party is not made of steel. If you attack a strong stronghold lightly, you will definitely lose your troops and generals! You If you have the intention of underestimating the enemy, I will replace you immediately!"
After being lectured by Zhao Kuangyin, Dang Jin did not dare to refute. He calmed down his arrogance and said solemnly: "The commander-in-chief taught you the right lesson. It is the last general who underestimated the enemy. He must bear in mind the teaching and be considerate of the soldiers!"
After nodding his head, Zhao Kuangyin looked at Cui Yanjin again and said: "General Cui, we can lead five thousand Jingnan land and water troops, boats and ships to go up the Yangtze River and force the enemy Wushan stronghold. Whether to fight or not will be decided at the camera. Wei Lin I will lead the navy to cooperate with you, and I will lead my own army to support you!"
"Yes!" Cui Yanjin's calm face inevitably showed joy.
He also understood why Zhao Kuangyin called him to his side and followed him. There was a little doubt in his eyes. Unlike Dang Jin's friendship with Zhao Kuangyin, he still gave himself a chance to make contributions by accident. However, although I am confused, it does not prevent me from taking over the errand and establishing meritorious deeds.
"General Zhang, you are injured. At that time, you will temporarily command the remaining navy to defend the Chinese army in case of any unexpected events!" Turning around and looking at Zhang Yanqing, Zhao Kuangyin remained as friendly as ever.
"yes!"
"Come on, let's visit and comfort the injured warriors who attacked the stronghold!" Zhao Kuangyin added: "After sailing and mooring on the river day and night, it's better to step on the ground and feel safer."
We have to talk about talent. Some people are born with commander-in-chief and broad-mindedness. Zhao Kuangyin, who has gone through many hardships, is the leader among them. In a short period of time, just through words and deeds, he conquered the morale of the army and made everyone happy.
There is a saying that the emperor Liu Chengyou did not have this ability. He was also the commander-in-chief. For many years, Liu Chengyou relied on the suppression of his status, the use of power and intrigue, and the solicitation of interests to make his superiors and subordinates surrender. Although he often acts close to the people and the army, Liu Chengyou is actually aloof. The generals at home and abroad are in awe of his painstaking efforts and the authority he has continuously established over ten years...
As night fell, the fleet of ships gradually arrived. Under the arrangements of the military generals, they were adjusted in an orderly manner and parked temporarily. In the twilight, the lights of the boats are bright, and they form one piece, like a long dragon, and the newly occupied Songmu Village is the head of the dragon.
Standing between the "dragon heads" and looking westward, Zhao Kuangyin's figure becomes more and more majestic, with the river flowing under his feet and the military flag behind him. After winning the first battle, his vision was no longer limited to the territory of Kuizhou. His sharp gaze seemed to have traveled through thousands of mountains and rivers, two thousand miles of prefectures and counties, and landed on the wealthy Jinguan City.
In this attack on Shu, the imperial court positioned the East Route Army as a partial army, but to support the North Route Army. However, what is not enough to be a humane person is that Zhao Kuangyin did not really regard himself as a supporting role and was willing to be a foil. In his mind, he sketched out the prefectures, counties and transportation of Shu from the west of Kuizhou. An idea lingered in his mind, and a plan took root in his heart.
...
In the city of Chengdu in late July, the autumn mood was already very strong. The autumn wind was blowing and the yellow leaves were falling. Since the Han army launched a large-scale attack on Shu, the southwestern city of Dayi, which was not very peaceful, has been in constant turmoil.
Grain harvesting has begun on the plains, and grain prices continue to rise, not only because people are grabbing it frantically, but also because most of the grain needs to be transported to the front lines to support the army's operations.
However, under a strict order from the Lord of Shu, Meng Chang, the government reported and officers and soldiers attacked, arresting and confiscating a large number of merchants who were hoarding food, food prices finally fell.
In fact, as far as food resources are concerned, there is not that much shortage in Shuzhong. It just needs to be seen in whose hands they are. Meng Chang's actions cracked down on lawless elements and released a certain amount of public resentment in Chengdu, but it also offended many officials and businessmen, thus spawning many leading parties who actively contacted the Northern Han Dynasty...
"Is there any battle report from the front?"
In the past half month, Meng Chang finally got away from the wine, beauties, poems and songs in the Crystal Palace to inquire about the military situation and government.
After Wang Zhaoyuan and Han Baozhen (zheng) went to the north and east respectively to preside over the military affairs of the Han Dynasty, it was the prime minister Ouyang Jiong who temporarily presided over the Shu Privy Council.
Ouyang Jiong is a veteran of Shu! Who is the director? Write poetry, paint, play the flute!
In the political palace, facing Meng Chang's inquiry, Ouyang Jiong tried his best to comfort him: "Although the three springs are lost, fortunately General Wang Shenchao destroyed the plank road in time and blocked the Han army's southward route. The plank road is currently being built, and the progress is only two or three miles per day. After Privy Wang went north, the governor-general of the Guanzhai troops and horses, and the dangers of the Tianling Mountains, were enough to resist the Han!"
"As for Kuizhou, there is no battle report yet, but Vice Privy Han has gathered troops to assist in the east in advance. Considering the danger of the Three Gorges, there is no need to worry!"
After listening to Ouyang Jiong's words, Meng Chang subconsciously felt a little relieved, breathed a sigh of relief, and murmured: "I hope Wang Zhaoyuan and Han Baozhen live up to my expectations!"
