The first line of defense mentioned by the general is located on Qinggu Slope. It has certain positional advantages, but it is not indestructible.
Coupled with the distribution of troops, Xirong is very likely to win if it concentrates its attack.
The general who had previously discussed the war heard this, hesitated, and said, "The casualties in Qinggupo are a bit too heavy. It seems that Xirong is determined to take over this place. If it doesn't work, we will make certain strategic concessions. "
"No." Ning Zhan decisively rejected him: "In a war, we fight for morale! Once defeated, the soldiers will be relieved, and the subsequent battles will be even more difficult to fight."
"Besides, the king has long said that Xirong cannot be given any chance to break out!"
"Qinggupo cannot be lost. Once it is lost, our army will be severely suppressed, and the entire northern front will be in danger."
"Then...can we mobilize support from other lines of defense?" General Qin said tentatively.
"In order to prevent Baltu from attacking from the east to the west, our entire defense line cannot be contained by him. Your Majesty's strategic intention is very clear, that is, each of us should defend our own defense line." Ning Zhan said: "The battle of Qinggupo has to come from our troops. Fight and lose, it will be our generals’ responsibility.”
"Send the order! Hold on to Qinggu Slope at all costs!"
"Yes!" The general shook his head.
After deciding to defend to the death, Ning Zhan also selected a thousand soldiers from the main force of his headquarters and rushed to the front line.
He is the commander-in-chief of the northern front and is responsible for the entire defense line. Qinggupo is just one of the positions, and was previously guarded by partial generals.
At this time, a fierce battle is going on here.
The geographical location of Qinggu Slope is extremely important, but it is not a mountain. Infantry can rush up it. Baltu must also capture this place, otherwise he will not be able to pass through the obstacle.
Looking around, the mountains and plains are filled with charging Xirong soldiers, all holding their scimitars high and shouting loudly.
Arrows were fired back and forth, and large maces and other equipment rolled down the slope, causing howls of misery.
But this could not stop Xirong's attack. As the main elite force of Bai Rong, this army was actually very fierce. They attacked the top of the slope several times and almost changed the position.
This is even more true now. Where the two sides are fighting, blood is spilling, and the sound of cold weapons piercing the body is heard, as well as the pitiful howls one after another.
Qinggu Slope is in danger.
At this time, Ning Zhan arrived at the front line.
He was wearing the armor of a general of the Qin army, facing the selected thousand soldiers, and shouted in a loud voice:
"The gains and losses of Qinggupo are related to the safety of the entire army!"
"All soldiers must fight bravely to kill the enemy!"
"Even if we fight to the death, we must never take a step back!"
"From now on, this general is also a member of the trapped camp! If you refuse to advance in fear of the enemy, please ask my colleagues around me to chop off my head!"
It is so sonorous, powerful and decisive. As a general, but he has to be on the front line, one can imagine the effect of this mobilization.
As soon as he finished speaking, he drew out the battle sword from his waist, turned around and pointed forward, walked quickly, and shouted loudly: "Kill!"
"kill--"
The thousand soldiers behind them picked up their halberds and launched a countercharge.
In the previous confrontation, the two sides were still fighting fiercely. With the addition of these thousand soldiers, the situation immediately changed.
Ning Zhan took the lead and was the first to rush into the enemy's front row, slashing left and right with his sword.
The general in charge of garrisoning Qinggupo was also covered in blood and came to Ning Zhan's side: "General!"
He was determined.
Ning Zhan kept slashing, and after killing several Xirong soldiers, he pointed his sword forward again: "Counterpressure Xirong!"
There is no doubt about the role of a general, let alone someone like Ning Zhan.
Under his leadership, the thousand soldiers all moved forward without hesitation. They followed Ning Zhan with their halberds drawn out. Every time they took a step forward, a row of corpses would fall on the ground.
The soldiers who were originally stationed at Qinggupo were even more morale-boosted. They roared one after another, held their swords in hand, and swooped forward, as if they would die together with the Xirong soldiers.
The brave and capable Qin army has completely gained momentum! What started as a defensive battle suddenly turned into a counterattack!
The Xirong soldiers who were about to attack the top of the slope were instantly suppressed. In the chaos of the battle, they were forced to retreat continuously until they were knocked out of the top of the slope.
The top of the slope has been fought over by the two sides and has changed hands several times. The soil on the ground has long been stained red with blood.
I thought that this time it would be the same as before, and the Qin army could just hold on to the defense line. However, after Ning Zhan defeated the Xirong, he did not give up. Instead, he raised his sword and shouted, still rushing to the front, leading the soldiers to carry out the battle. launched a ferocious counterattack.
This is all in one go!
Among the eight generals, Ning Zhan is the best at seizing opportunities.
On a real battlefield, what matters is momentum.
Xirong finally attacked the top of the slope, but was pushed back. In a hurry, they must have been defeated. If they seize this fleeting opportunity and wait for them to regroup and continue to counterattack, the effect can be imagined.
The fierce fighting spread from the top of the slope directly to the slope.
Then hit it further and further down.
On the entire slope, the Xirong soldiers began to rout on a large scale.
When Baltu, who was observing the overall situation from behind, saw this, his eyes were about to burst out with fire. He held the riding crop tightly and couldn't help roaring.
He knew in his heart that it would be impossible to attack again today.
The top of the slope had changed hands several times before. He had been extremely excited and had unlimited hopes, but now the battle situation had suddenly changed, and one can imagine his mood.
But at the same time, he was still angry. Gritting his teeth, he could only shout angrily: "Get out first!"
"Yes." The deputy general responded, not forgetting to carefully look at his face.
Following his order, the Xirong soldiers who had already retreated to the bottom of the slope began to fully retreat.
After the battle at Qinggupo ended, the Qin army wanted to pursue them again, but Ning Zhan shouted loudly: "Don't chase the poor invaders!"
That's because the strength of this front line is not directly proportional to that of Xirong. If we continue to pursue them, we will not only encounter cavalry, but may also be encircled and suppressed.
By holding Qinggu Slope, Baltu's breakout route can be blocked.
Both sides returned to their camps. After the battle, the entire hillside was littered with corpses, arrows stabbed at random, and rocks scattered. Especially at the bottom of the slope, there was a river of blood.
The brutality of the battlefield can be seen clearly here.
At the top of the slope, General Pian walked over quickly, clasped his fists and said, "General, although Xirong has been defeated today, I'm afraid we won't give up."
"You are right." Ning Zhan said: "Baltu is very determined to attack Qinggupo, even at the cost of huge casualties in exchange for a small advantage on the battlefield. From this point of view, it is very likely that he will Launch a night attack."
Then he said: "Tell the soldiers, there can be no relaxation in the night defense! Fight to the death with the enemy! Come once, fight once!"
"No!" Pian Jiang raised his fists and shook his voice.
Ning Zhan, among the generals of the Qin State, has outstanding ability and loyalty, and is deeply trusted by Xiao Yuan.
Even the official classics of the Ling Kingdom have a high evaluation of him: He is a warrior who is willing to fight, has military strategies, is very strict in running the army, is not good at drinking, and defeats every enemy in every attack. The brave general of the King of Qin...
