Not long after, all the generals also entered the hall and began to report on the post-war situation of each department.
In this battle, the Qin army beheaded a total of about 8,000 Western soldiers, and one or two thousand of them escaped with General Blackstone. Of course, their own losses were not small, with more than 1,700 soldiers killed and hundreds injured.
However, judging from the losses on both sides, this was already a great victory, and it was a tough battle.
There are many factors that determine the outcome of a war, and the general's combat command is the most important.
Yang Heng was not only one of the eight heroic generals of the Qin Kingdom, but also the only commander-in-chief of the frontier army.
Why is he the only one? Because most of the generals guarding the local areas of Qin State have been transferred around by Xiao Yuan, but Yang Heng is an exception.
Based on the importance of Qin Pass, it can also be seen that his military talents are absolutely capable of taking charge alone.
After listening to all the reports, Yang Heng pondered for a moment and said: "The environment in Xirong is different from that in the Central Plains. Due to water and soil problems, it is not conducive to recovery. It is better to send the wounded back to Qinguan first."
"The general has already informed us about this, but many of the injured soldiers are unwilling to return, saying that they can fight again and will kill some more Xirong traitors." A general said.
"Isn't this nonsense?" Yang Heng said displeased: "Military orders are military orders and cannot be questioned."
"Yes." The general clasped his fists.
Yang Heng looked around for another week: "Now discuss the troops."
"When fighting an enemy, the first thing we need to understand is the enemy's combat habits. They are mainly nomadic Xirong and they mostly rely on cavalry to attack tough battles, which is not their specialty. Therefore, on the basis of occupying Blackstone City, we still need to build a certain The military defense line is to avoid the strong points and attack the weak points.”
As he spoke, he turned sideways and drew a circle on the map with his sword.
"Chen Hui's troops have arrived at the Langju Mountain area to respond to my main force."
"Li Zhen's tribe, to the right of Black Rock, occupies favorable terrain, with many defensive horses and deep ditches and high fortresses..."
This military meeting was mainly to deal with Xirong's next reinforcements. Yang Heng's deployment was also very clear. Blackstone City was the main force at the center, and a pair of wings grew on the left and right wings.
The three points echo each other and cannot be severed.
If the Xirong army attacks the left and right wings, the main force in the center can be coordinated at will. If the Xirong army attacks the center, the two wings can also be completely retracted.
The purpose of this is to prevent Black Rock City from falling into a desperate situation, which can be said to be both offensive and defensive.
The falcon flapped its wings in the sky and flew to Xiao Yuan's side.
It was only at this time that Xirong's country responded to the Qin army's attack. Similarly, the urgent letter from Black Rock City was also delivered by fast horses.
The King of Xirong only got two pieces of information now: first, there was a force that captured Quanqiu; second, the main force of Qin Pass guard Yang Heng was attacking Black Rock City, and Black Rock urgently asked for help.
Yes, the urgent letter has just arrived, and the report of failure has not yet come.
In the hall, there are ornaments such as bull heads and horns hanging on the wall, giving it a strong tribal atmosphere.
The King of Xirong was sitting on the big chair directly above, with a gloomy face.
On both sides below, there were ministers of civil and military affairs. Regarding the current situation, a civil servant took the lead to stand up and said: "King, Yang Heng is just a border general of the Qin State. He has no right and cannot launch an attack on us without authorization. , must have received the order from King Qin."
"Aren't you talking nonsense!" A Xirong general said angrily: "Now that Quanqiu is being attacked and Blackstone City is in danger, King Qin is going to start a war with us!"
This general, named Baltu, was a crazy war sect after Xian Da. He had planned to attack Qin again many times. He was also a Bai Rong noble and had a very high status.
Bai Rong, the lineage of King Xirong, ruled the Rong tribes.
His tone was no different from a scolding, but the civil servant looked at him with some fear and did not dare to speak back.
Baltu faced King Xirong again and said sternly: "King, Black Rock City is very important to us, and we must not let the Qin army occupy it. I think we should send more reinforcements immediately to wipe out Yang Heng's troops, and then counterattack Qin Pass , take advantage of this to take over the Central Plains!"
Xirong's desire to invade the Central Plains has never diminished, but it is a bit ridiculous for him to take over as soon as he takes over.
Not to mention that the chaotic war in the Central Plains has ended now, even when the countries are at war, if the foreigners want to come in, they will be beaten to death by the kings.
Just like Beidi, if you can win against the Liang army, you have to be pinned to the ground by the Liang king.
What's more, the Qin State destroyed Liang and merged with Huan, captured the powerful Jin, integrated the Xuan State, and conquered the south of the Yangtze River. Now there are millions of tiger and wolf troops, black armor and red tassels, connecting the sky and the earth, the nomadic tribes of Xirong, how is it possible!
Zhekang also stood up immediately and said worriedly: "Today's Qin is far from the Qin of the past. Their military is strong and their soldiers are all soldiers who have fought in hundreds of battles. If we fight head-on, we... we may not be able to defeat them."
As soon as he finished speaking, Baltu sneered, glanced at him and said, "I think General Zhekang was frightened by the Qin army. No wonder, you were once defeated by the King of Qin and almost died."
"This is not a question of whether we are afraid or not." Zhe Kang argued: "It is a comparison of political, economic, and military power. Our chances of winning are really slim."
"On the battlefield, what matters is the bravery of the soldiers! How can our warriors be comparable to the soldiers of Qin!" How could Baltu think so? He is a Bai Rong noble and retains the thoughts of his fathers. In his heart, the Central Plains are like sheep. Being able to be plundered by our own side, he couldn't help but sneer and say: "For many years, we have only been able to capture Qin's land, so there is no reason for the Qin army to resist! The only time was that you Zhekang was defeated by the King of Qin! It is really a shame for the whole clan!"
"You!" With such words, Zhekang's face turned red and he was about to get angry, but King Xirong frowned and shouted impatiently: "Okay! It's time to talk about the support issue of Black Rock City!"
After hearing this, Zhekang suppressed his anger, saluted King Xirong, and said: "Your Majesty, I think that King Qin's attack on me this time should be related to the incident at Qin Pass last time. We can send envoys to lobby and clarify the misunderstanding. Resolve this war in a peaceful way."
"Coward!" Baltu was furious when he heard this. He pointed at Zhekang unceremoniously and said sternly: "Now people are fighting at the doorstep! You are still thinking of asking for peace! A weak person like you is not worthy of being a member of our clan. general!"
"Bartu!" Zhekang couldn't stand being humiliated by him over and over again. He glared and yelled, "War is not a child's play! The consequences of defeat are not something you can bear!"
"King!" Baltu was too lazy to pay attention to him, and directly faced King Xirong, saying in a loud voice: "Zhekang is too afraid of the enemy. If we blindly seek peace and concession, it will only further increase the arrogance of King Qin. Only by defeating them on the battlefield, Only then can we take the initiative in negotiating peace!”
"When the time comes, it will be us who ask the King of Qin to cede the land to pay for the money! We will be able to avenge the shame of Hei Shiyuan!"
