Dusk fades and night falls.
In the shadows, a group of birds that were startled from the bushes flapped their wings a few times and then flew towards the jungle further away.
Birds frightened?
Yes, a group of people suddenly passed by on this road.
Looking along, it was Qi Xiaotong who was leading the way with a long sword on his back.
She looked at the endless desolation in front of her and sighed: This Sarawak is really poor to the core, and there is not even a decent broad road.
However, even if there is a broad road to take, she does not dare to take it openly.
The purpose this time is to prepare a sneak attack, so how can we do those stupid things where we don't have three hundred taels of silver?
Although she was going deep alone, Xiaotong's face remained as usual, and she didn't look at all nervous.
However, the others were not so calm. They looked solemn, as if the enemy was right in front of them.
Da Gou Sheng also shed a cold sweat. He specifically told others that in his memory, this was the first time he saw the eldest lady carrying a weapon on her back. This shows how much she attaches importance to this trip.
Not long after, a scout who returned first reported: "I'm reporting to the eldest lady, the younger one discovered a low-ridged mountain two miles ahead. And halfway up the mountain, there was a stone-cut mountain. A large structure. Looking at the layout from a small perspective, it looks a bit like an abandoned old granary. Perhaps, this is the small village we are looking for."
"Um……"
A granary is a special kind of building.
To prevent flooding, buildings are usually built on higher ground. Because of its relatively complete anti-rodent and anti-theft functions, it is often used as a temporary place to store military supplies.
Well, this should be it.
pretty close!
Thinking of this, Xiaotong immediately ordered: "From now on, everyone will enter a state of combat readiness. Don't be careless or lax at all. In the formation, the infantry will open the way in front, and the crossbowmen will cover in the back, in an orderly manner. Approaching without any hesitation. Well, did you all hear that?"
"heard it!"
…
Soon, even.
Xiaotong immediately jumped to a high place and started to look there.
That's right!
This stockade is indeed a military site converted from an old granary. It is not difficult to see from the layout.
That makes sense.
This place is safe from theft and not far from the pier.
It is reasonable for the Franco Army to favor him.
Now let’s look at its construction features.
drink! Not bad!
If you put aside the roughness of the fortifications, it is indeed quite ingenious.
Almost no construction bricks were used on the outside of this village. They were all borrowed or carved from the surrounding natural terrain.
What's even more rare is that this terrain is in an encircling shape, much like a huge ladle, with a unique and narrow exit, which is very dangerous. The surrounding stone walls are also perpendicular to the ground, about three feet high. Even if Kunpeng falls into it, it will turn into a fish swimming at the bottom of the cauldron.
The overall evaluation is: impregnable.
It is worth mentioning that the gate of this village is also very thick and seems difficult to shake.
If you want to escape from here, there are only two ways to choose from. The first is to break through the village gate and escape; the second is to climb out of the surrounding three-foot-high wall.
pick one of two.
After observing the terrain, Qi Xiaotong jumped off the platform and returned to the camp.
However, her expression was extremely solemn.
It’s hard to get...
For the sake of caution, she decided to remain dormant for the time being and wait for further information before making a decision.
As soon as he heard the words 'understand further', Brother Gou Sheng, who understood everything, started to take action.
In just a few seconds, he captured a Franco soldier who was out hunting.
This soldier had served in the Tianzhu Colony and had some knowledge of other languages.
Xiaotong, on the other hand, used the British language she learned from her father to start a relatively reluctant 'communication' of information with him. Although it was not smooth, she got the general idea.
It is reported that this place is indeed a 'military base' of the Franco Kingdom, and the stored items are military gunpowder and artillery shells.
There are approximately more than 1,500 garrison troops here, and their leader is a nobleman named Clark Franco.
Clark?
This name...
It feels so familiar~~
Qi Xiaotong frowned in confusion, seeming a little confused.
Keep asking.
Before the Franco soldier rushed to heaven, he also revealed another important message, saying: The guardians here are equipped with a large number of crossbows to prevent enemy raids.
After hearing the words, Da Gou Sheng said curiously: "It's really strange. Those red-haired ghosts are obviously good at using muskets, but why?"
Why do we need to equip them with crossbows? "
In this regard, Xiaotong explained: "What is stored here is flammable gunpowder, and of course muskets are prohibited. Let's put it this way, once it hits a place that shouldn't be hit, it is likely to cause an explosion. So, they Use crossbows to resist the enemy."
In addition, another piece of information was revealed in the words of the Franco prisoner.
That is, the enemy is now on alert and has taken defensive measures in advance, which means he is well prepared to fight.
No wonder, their main force had no worries and tried their best to pursue Duan Zicheng. Unexpectedly, this was the reason.
Haha, the Francois are really getting smarter and smarter.
really!
In the last battle of Luzon, they were defeated by Qi Yu's sneak attack, and then suffered a big loss. Nowadays, how can we not gain wisdom from every step of the way?
Let’s talk about the present first.
The enemy's gunpowder magazine is close at hand, so should we go and get it for him?
If it is true, it means stepping into a cage.
Hard to choose
After a while, Da Gou Sheng admonished: "Miss, the enemy's number is twice as many as ours. If we use bows and crossbows to shoot at each other, we have no advantage at all."
The meaning... is self-evident.
Qi Xiaotong gritted her teeth and said: "What are you afraid of? This battle must be fought!" After a pause, she analyzed the overall situation and said: "Franci's navy seems to be fierce, but once it loses the support of gunpowder, He has become a tiger without claws. He will definitely lose in this battle in Southeast Asia! It can be seen that gunpowder is the absolute core of their many military supplies, and it is also the source of their confidence to show off their claws. Therefore, it must be destroyed. "
In other words, the current action is related to the overall situation of Nanyang.
It is also the key to determining the outcome of the overall battle.
Can you not do it?
Qi Xiaotong was very sure that if he retreated at this time, he would definitely hold a grudge for the rest of his life. Moreover, he will look down on himself.
She decided to complete this mission resolutely at any cost!
Go ahead to dangers?
Pretty much.
"Listen to my order! Later, I will try to open the gate of the village. After that, you will rush in and quickly find the location of the gunpowder magazine. Oh, by the way, when killing the enemy, never use firearms. Attack!" Xiaotong ordered solemnly.
"yes!"
