The main force and the cavalry were separated, and it seemed that the road to attack the city was overwhelming, but in fact it was not easy to attack Yongzhou City.
The city walls are so strong and thick that even bombing with explosives will take time to destroy them.
It was inconvenient to move the carts, and most of the siege weapons followed the main force and fell behind the three counties. The 30,000 cavalry troops came to the city and attacked all the way, and it also consumed a lot of hand-delivered bombs.
Looking at the majestic Yongzhou City Wall, Lin Zhi could only order to temporarily station and wait for the main force.
Yu Kaiping felt relieved when he saw the cavalry stationed on the city wall.
The frontier army's horses were limited, so he deduced that the number of cavalry was only about 30,000. Now it seemed that the ones outside the city were the frontier army's cavalry.
The flat terrain of Yongzhou is the most suitable for launching a surprise cavalry attack. As the saying goes, capture the thief first and capture the king first. As long as the group of people like the new emperor of the previous dynasty are eliminated, they will naturally come out without a name.
The border troops had been tired of war after ten years of fighting in the northern border, so it would be a good idea to return home and be welcomed with kindness.
Yu Kaiping ordered a retreat, but early arranged for 10,000 cavalry to sneak attack the main force.
Most of these cavalry are his confidants, and one of them is as good as ten.
I just hope that the new emperor of the previous dynasty will be seen as a brave and foolhardy person, and someone may survive after such a charge.
The south has gathered 200,000 troops for the Northern Expedition and has been facing off on both sides of the Yellow River. Most of the military supplies and troops have been transferred to Jizhou.
Therefore, Yongzhou cannot engage in battle, and can only kill the chief culprit in order to attract peace. After all, the food reserves in Yongzhou City are not large, because the food from the autumn harvest due to the war was insufficient and even the granaries were not filled.
Once the war starts, food and grass will be a big problem.
Yu Kaiping stood on Yongzhou City and looked at the flags in the distance and took a deep breath.
Now we can only wait for the battle report from Ming County. Whether there is a turnaround depends on them.
The breakpoint between the main force and the cavalry will indeed create an opportunity for the enemy to attack by surprise, but such an opportunity becomes slim when it comes to the frontier army of more than 70,000 people.
The combat power of the border troops equipped with explosives is no longer the same, but if Lin Jing wants to capture Yongzhou City as soon as possible, he must give Yu Kaiping this opportunity.
And it also makes Yu Kaiping feel that the chance of winning this opportunity is more than 40%.
The border troops who had set up an ambush in Ming County early occupied important places in the county.
The king's flag was hung high in front of the county government office, clearly indicating the emperor's position.
The closer to the county government, the more soldiers patrolling, and the more soldiers lurking in secret.
Lin Jing and the generals were concentrating on discussing the sand table. The setting sun was already rising in Shenming County in the west, and the aroma of rice mixed with the smell of meat was floating in the air.
If you carefully observe the micro-expressions of the soldiers standing guard, you can see the excitement on their faces. And this excitement increased as the dusk deepened.
Why haven't the people who made the sneak attack come yet? Dinner is about to begin!
If they don't come, they can only watch the group of people in the dark showing off their skills. If they come here earlier, those of them who have been on duty all day can take some credit.
Hey, it came too slowly.
The soldiers on guard duty couldn't help but complain secretly.
But as the eagle fell, everyone clenched their weapons and became more motivated to fight.
The numerous houses in Ming County not only made it easy to hide, but also limited the army's formation.
But at this time, the county government was already surrounded by border troops, almost to the point of being crowded one after another.
Although it is crowded, it does not appear chaotic or disorderly.
The Yongzhou cavalry, led by Yu Kaiping's confidant Lu Hu, ambush outside Ming County. There are many lanes in the city and the roads are narrow. If you enter the city, it will be a sheep entering the tiger's mouth.
Yongzhou was in danger, but Lu Rover did not lose his mind just because of the critical situation. The cavalry of the frontier army goes deep alone, and the army will inevitably arrange baggage to keep up with the supply of food and grass.
When the army travels, they have 10,000 cavalry, which is enough to ambush them. Whether they kill the former prince or burn the grain and grass, they can temporarily solve Yongzhou's dilemma.
But the leader was greedy. He not only wanted the former prince's head but also wanted to burn the food and grass. One hundred thousand border troops were far away from Yangguan's food and grass, and it was normal for the border towns to be deserted and lack food and clothing. Therefore, he expected that there would be no second supply of food and fodder for the frontier army.
The former prince made a desperate move to march south.
The night was dark, and the cold winter wind was blowing. The biting cold wind penetrated into the collar and made the cavalry tremble with cold. In the deep night, the soldiers' eyes were firm and ready to attack. Their eyes reflected the huge fire rising outside Mingxian City.
The night wind was cold and cold, and the border troops who were ambushing in Ming County had nothing to gain after waiting all night, so they could only return to the queue with curses.
Lin Jing put away the map and looked at the soldiers packing their things with a calm expression.
"It seems that the person coming is the latter."
Yu Kaiping's confidant, Lu Hu, leads the army with extra caution and stability.
Xu Mingyi pushed Lin Jing's wheelchair to the Chinese army's tent.
"This man is not a reckless man. He is still able to remain calm and dormant even though the situation is critical. This shows that he has a big agenda. He must be here for Your Majesty and food and grass, as we both guessed."
Lin Jing tapped her fingers on the armrest of her wheelchair and frowned slightly when she smelled the medicine.
"His Majesty?"
Qi Yuangang stuffed candied fruit into his mouth and nodded silently.
"The grain and grass have been sent to Yongzhou with the help of the people. Last night, Yongzhou's cavalry, led by Lu Hu, ambush outside the city. Lu Hu is Yu Kaiping's confidant and is cautious.
The main army has asked Meng Ran to lead it to Yongzhou overnight, and is expected to have arrived by now. After the army set off, we arrived at Yongzhou and thought the siege was over. "
Lin Jing handed the map and integrated information to Qi Yuan.
Qi Yuan glanced at the information and then focused on the map.
The territory of Daxuan is not small, with two borders and six states. The northern border resists the Mongols, and the western border borders the Yi tribe. Beyond the northern border are Yongzhou and Jizhou. Kyoto is located in the middle of Jizhou. To the south are Changzhou and Wuzhou. Close to the western border and the northern border are Liangzhou and Zhongzhou.
Qi Yuan looked at the map, his eyes resting on the blank areas outside the Pass and the Yi people. Changzhou and Wuzhou were close to the sea, and the overseas areas were blank except for a few affiliated countries.
It's time to get a new map for Daxuan.
"Your Majesty, Land Rover's goal is nothing more than food and you. Please put your Majesty's safety first."
Xu Mingyi said.
Qi Yuan retracted his thoughts and reluctantly looked away from the map.
"You make arrangements."
The two of them breathed a sigh of relief when they saw Qi Yuan agreeing. After all, Qi Yuan's eyes lit up when he looked at the map just now, as if he was about to kill someone with a sword.
Lin Jing stayed in the Chinese Army and continued to discuss with Qi Yuan, while Xu Mingyi went to arrange the coach's target. His Majesty is weak and must not be frightened in the slightest.
"Your Majesty, the power of the artillery shells is even greater than before. It is not a problem to capture Yongzhou and Jizhou. But there is a confrontation across the river in the south, and the battle is not far away. I wonder where the people from outside the world are gathering?"
The main reason for quickly raising troops was to control the group of lonely ghosts, so this was also the key to Lin Jing's plan after seizing Yongzhou.
"There are outstanding people in the south. Wang Ling cannot leave Jizhou. The rebel army is so powerful that it is obvious where Ye Chen is."
Lin Jing nodded to make it clear, but what he wanted to ask was not literal.
Qi Yuan tilted his head and leaned on the back of the chair, looking into the distance with his eyes darkening slightly.
"Return to Kyoto and crush them head-on."
Lin Jing knew it well. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has never been one to swallow his anger, and the return of the palace to the throne is justifiable and can sweep the world's justice and win the hearts of the people.
If they were to be crushed head-on, the two armies would definitely suffer heavy casualties in the battle. Thinking of Qi Yuan's benevolence when they captured the city, Lin Jing asked this question.
The barbarians of the Mongolian people are no better than those people from outside the world. Lin Li can still make such artillery shells and gunpowder in such a barren land as a border town, let alone the second prince Ye Chen and others who gathered in the rich places of Changwu and Wuzhou.
This battle is inevitable and the casualties will be heavy.
"Jing knows that Yongzhou is the place where the second master of the Wang family holds office. The second master has worked hard to govern Yongzhou and has a high reputation. Therefore, there are many people who support Yongzhou. When His Majesty enters the city, this state will naturally return to his heart.
After the army rests, it will continue to move south to take back Jizhou. At that time, Jing will lead the army southward, and Mingyi and Your Majesty will take charge of Yongzhou. "
Lin Jing made this arrangement because she was worried about Qi Yuan's health. Yongzhou has always been peaceful and there are many talented people, so she will be able to find good doctors to treat Qi Yuan.
The purpose of keeping Xu Mingyi, who was good at recognizing people, was to appease the aristocratic families in Yongzhou.
Qi Yuan picked up the honey tea and tasted it, feeling secretly happy.
"It has been arranged quietly, so I will wait quietly in Yongzhou."
Lin Jing's brows relaxed and he smiled brightly when he heard this. He was really afraid that Qi Yuan would rush to the front line regardless. Your Majesty's fragile body cannot withstand the rigors of marching.
"Your Majesty, you are no longer in the northern border. You will be able to take back Jizhou and return to Kyoto by the beginning of spring at the latest. Your Majesty should not be lazy and ignore the etiquette of monarchs and ministers."
Qi Yuan looked at Lin Jing's frown and nodded. As long as Lin Jing was sent away, he could operate on the family in Yongzhou. You can't use the map to test the treasury that Emperor Anjia and Ye Zhongjing squandered.
When Daxuan was founded, a number of aristocratic families were purged, but there were not a few rich and aristocratic families as visionary as the Changzhou Wang family. Although today's families are not as serious as when the country was founded, they can still cut leeks.
In troubled times, with military power in hand, he can of course cut whatever crops he wants.
Therefore, no matter what Lin Jing said at this moment, Qi Yuan agreed in a good mood.
Lin Jing was still smiling until she left the Chinese army tent with satisfaction.
Some aristocratic families in Yongzhou are indeed regarded as worms, and it would be nice to let His Majesty have fun with them, as long as His Majesty can be kept from going to the battlefield.
After determining the next direction of hostility, Lin Jing ordered the army to break camp and set off.
Pushing the cart, the frontier soldiers wearing heavy armor opened the way, with archers included, marching forward in a square formation.
Land Rover's cavalry was lying in ambush outside. When they heard the news of the army's departure, they watched the army winding its way to Yongzhou City from a distance. Their brows were furrowed and their expressions changed.
"There are fewer troops! The main army is not here!"
Lu Rover's eyes were sharp and he looked annoyed.
They arrived late, and there were only 20,000 border troops left in Ming County. The main force had already divided its troops and headed for Yongzhou before they arrived.
The breakpoint between the main force and the cavalry is not that far away at all, and even the food and grass may have arrived.
Lu Lu recalled the actions of the frontier army in letting people return home seven days ago and was so angry that he punched the ground hard.
Win people's hearts!
The food and baggage must have made a detour to Yongzhou with the help of that group of unscrupulous people.
Lu Lu looked at the frontier troops. The luxurious carriages of the Chinese army were very conspicuous, and the flying royal flag was like a bright target.
Zhu Wanyi was very reserved and cramped while sitting in the carriage holding a broadsword.
One of his subordinates could actually sit in the emperor's car. Although there was a reason, he felt more and more uncertain when he thought about the emperor who was sick but ruthless.
Zhu Wanyi sighed again. He was really not afraid of ten thousand, just what might happen. His father would be such a cheater for his son by giving him such a name. If it weren't for this name, he wouldn't have been pushed out by the group of people to get this hot potato.
Lin Jing and Qi Yuan were sitting on a dusty carriage with their eyes closed to meditate.
Xu Wenwu lay on the table, looked at the homework in front of him, and then took a peek at Lin Jing, then picked up the textbook and memorized it silently.
He suddenly felt that it was too difficult to master both civil and martial arts. In fact, he learned martial arts quite quickly.
The frontier army was moving very fast, and Lu Rover didn't have much time to think.
Looking at the bright target, Land Rover is not a gambler. He only has so many chips in his hand. How can he keep the former prince when the main players are gone?
His Land Rover kills the enemy without soldiers, but he is not a fool.
They ambushed a team of 20,000 people and were unable to relieve Yongzhou City. Rather than sacrifice themselves here, it would be better to return to Yongzhou to find the former prince and make a surprise attack.
"Send an order for the entire army to return to Yongzhou."
