Liu Chan took the troops lightly and prepared to send troops to Wei County.
The mountaineering artist Comrade Ma Su, together with his deputy general Guan Xing, led 5,000 men under his command to climb the mountain...
It's just different from the previous active mountain climbing. This time, we had to climb.
Ma Di's first stop in his southern expedition was Fanxian County. Few people may have heard of Fanxian County, but when it comes to Zunyi, it became well known in later generations because of an important meeting.
Fanxian County fell into the scope of Zunyi City in later generations.
In ancient times, most of the county towns were adjacent to water, and the place got its name from the Fang River flowing through it.
There are many mountains to the north of Fan County. At this time, it was called Bulang Mountain, which was later called Dalou Mountains. It was steep in the north and gentle in the south, making it difficult to climb.
"General, the soldiers are all exhausted. The environment here is not bad. Do you want to take a rest for now?" Guan Xing gasped with sweat on his head.
Even Yunnan horses cannot be a help in this kind of terrain, and sometimes they need help from others to pull them up.
After the army entered Zanggao, no enemy was seen and they were just climbing the mountain.
Ma Su was also out of breath and sweating like rain, but the excitement of leading an army for the first time made him feel like he was getting blood, but he ignored the feelings of the soldiers.
After hearing the words at this time, and seeing that the soldiers were all listless due to the weather and the constant trekking over the mountains, I realized that something was wrong.
"What Anguo said is true, so let's order the army to camp here temporarily to rest."
Only when I actually came out to lead the army in actual operations did I realize that marching and fighting were more complicated than what the military books said, and could even be called trivial.
Being a general does not just involve arranging troops and fighting the enemy bravely.
Food, grass, water, soldiers' physical strength, morale, emotions... there is endless worry at every moment.
Know yourself and your enemy, and you can fight a hundred battles without danger.
Only then did Ma Su realize that these eight words are simple to say, but in practice, it is not an easy thing to know oneself.
Fortunately, Guan Xing, who had been exposed to it since childhood and had accumulated experience in the three counties, reminded Ma Su from time to time and helped Ma Su make up for many deficiencies in details.
Details determine success or failure. If the army is marching, if you don't pay attention to it, it may become the fuse of final failure.
"I'm here, thanks to Anguo for helping me. After this battle, I will have a banquet, get drunk with you, and express my gratitude." Ma Su said with a smile.
Guan Xing is different from Wang Ping. First of all, his status is there.
Wang Ping was just a surrendered general from Cao Wei, and he was from a humble background. Even if Guan Xing was the second son, he was still the son of the former general and the second master Guan, Shouting Hou of the Han Dynasty.
Historically, Ma Su, who was born in a wealthy family in Jingzhou, did not think highly of Wang Ping, and his refusal to listen to advice had something to do with it, but this problem does not exist now.
Furthermore, Wang Ping is a rough old man. Although he is very capable and experienced, his conversational skills are mediocre and straightforward.
Guan Xing is different. He is humble and polite, has extraordinary conversational skills, and is talented and knowledgeable. Ma Su feels like an old friend at first sight.
"The general's words are serious. As a deputy general, it is my duty to pick up and fill in the gaps for the general. In the face of a powerful enemy, we should work together to defeat the enemy and share the worries of the crown prince." Guan Xing said with a smile.
Ma Su was very happy, and felt that what he said made people feel comfortable.
Then he took out the map and took the initiative to chat with Guan Xing about the battle situation.
"Anguo, let's take a look. Once we climb over the mountain in front, we should reach the Gaoyanzi of Bulang Mountain." Ma Su pointed at the map, "This is a natural pass with a dangerous terrain. It is the northern part of Xianggao County that blocks Bashu. portal.
"Ye Lang Kingdom also used this place as a base before. Even if Zhu Bao didn't know that we had arrived at this time, there must be guards there."
Liu Chan's preliminary investigation provided important information to Ma Su and Guan Xing. They had a full understanding of the difficulties they would face before arriving.
There used to be a more well-known name for Zangkai County, which was Yelang Kingdom, the Yelang Kingdom where Yelang was arrogant.
And Gao Yanzi also had a more famous name in later generations, called Loushanguan.
The long pass of Xiongguan is really like iron, and now we are crossing it from the beginning, which is Loushanguan.
The Xiongguan Fortress was not built here, because the cost of building a pass on this terrain was simply not something that Zanggao County, who was so poor that his soldiers wore curtains, could afford it.
With such a natural danger that only one man can pass and no one can break it, if another heroic pass is built, Ma Su can simply turn around and go home.
"Yes, our army is coming from afar, and the soldiers are crossing mountains and rivers. Even if they don't say it, they probably have complaints in their hearts." Guan Xing said in a low voice, "It's best to capture Gao Yanzi in one battle. If we fall into a battle of attrition, Once the morale and morale of the troops decline, it will be difficult to fight this battle."
Their team is not the Red Star Army. At this time, they urgently need a beautiful victory to stabilize the morale of the army.
Ma Su nodded: "What Anguo said is true. As long as we take this place and use the strength of Zangqi County, the rest of the matter will be much simpler."
Liu Chan and Zhuge Liang assigned them the smallest number of troops and were not equipped with thunder cannons. Of course, this was not deliberately to put small shoes on them, but a reasonable arrangement after full investigation.
Fighting a war is not just about fighting for resources, but without resources it is absolutely impossible to fight a good war.
The resources of Zangzhao are basically nothing. They have few troops, very low training, and primitive equipment. After so many years, their combat power and city defense are not much better than those of the primitive tribes.
Everything is difficult at the beginning. For Ma Su and Guan Xing, the only difficulty is the beginning.
Ma Su looked up and saw that the always gloomy sky here was one of the reasons why the soldiers were depressed.
But he smiled at this moment: "I have a plan to get here quickly."
"Oh? I'd like to hear the details." Guan Xing asked curiously.
After Ma Su finished speaking, Guan Xing's eyes lit up: "Very good. The enemy doesn't know that our army has arrived. He will be more relaxed by then and should act according to the general's plan."
After that, Ma Su's army stopped in this valley. He only sent scouts to explore every day and did not march again.
While the soldiers were recovering their physical strength, Guan Xing was doing some ideological work for them: Although it was a bit hard for us when we came, as long as we capture Gaoyanzi in front, the road behind will be smooth and the enemy will be vulnerable.
As long as we can capture this place, it will be easy to take the chopsticks and kill Zhu Bao. By then, everyone will have merit and will be rewarded.
A few days later, after the soldiers had rested and recuperated, and with Guan Xing's unremitting efforts, the resentment caused by the difficult and dangerous road ahead had basically subsided, and their enthusiasm for combat was once again mobilized.
Just one victory can completely boost morale.
Now, Ma Su finally waited for the best opportunity to attack.
It is already rainy and waterlogged in Zangzhou, and now it is almost May. The sky is so low that it seems to stick to your face, and the air is filled with the smell of moisture.
"This is the time to make great achievements! I hope you will fight bravely and follow me to kill the enemy!" Ma Di drew out his sword and pointed at the sky, "If you win, I will ask for rewards for you! I will distribute my rewards to you all. Never break your promise!"
"Kill the enemy and make meritorious service! Kill the enemy and make meritorious service!"
After Ma Su added another fire, the soldiers' fighting will finally ignited, and the army began to cross the mountain.
When they arrived in front of Gao Yanzi, they lurked in the grass and trees one after another.
Boom——
After a muffled thunder, the raindrops began to fall, and then gradually became heavier.
Upon seeing this, the patrolling defenders hid in the shed they had built, removed their armor and troops, and went to rest.
In this regard, the guard didn't say anything. He himself was munching wild fruits out of boredom, not to mention that the Shu army couldn't come so fast.
Even if there were indeed enemy troops, who would launch an attack in this horrible weather...
"kill--!"
The sudden cry of killing frightened the guard so much that he almost choked on the fruit in his mouth and took his breath away. He beat his chest violently before finally spitting it out.
"Where's the knife? Where's my knife?!" It was too late to wear the armor, so he hurriedly drew his long knife.
When he got the weapons in a hurry, he went out of his tent and saw that the Shu army in the mountains had come to kill him, and his own people were still looking for the leather armor weapons in a panic...
Not to mention commanding the battle, he couldn't even organize the soldiers when they were attacked without armor.
"Our army is at rest..."
General Gao Yanzi made a prompt decision and made the wisest decision - collapse, withdraw, sell, and escape!
Is it really dangerous to follow Zhu Bao and starve for nine meals in three days?
The guard who had opened his mind turned around and left, but he heard a loud shout from behind.
"The thief will leave! The Brazilian Ma Zhong is here, leaving your head behind!"
He turned around and saw a strong man wearing leather armor, holding a long sword and a wooden shield, casually cutting down two fleeing defenders and galloping towards him.
The other defenders were all in rags, but he had the best clothes and looked extremely bright. He was immediately targeted by Ma Zhong, who was charging forward.
How could the guard dare to stay? It's just that there are cliffs on both sides of this place, and there is only a narrow path to pass through. It was originally a reliance for defense, but now it has become an obstacle to escape...
Although he escaped quickly, he was still far away. At this time, many deserters were crowded on the road. From time to time, some people were pushed off the cliff and trampled to death.
"Where are you running!" Not long after, Ma Zhong had already chased the guard, and without a fight, he killed him with one move.
Ma Di and Guan Xing succeeded in the surprise attack. They won the first battle and their morale was greatly boosted. They killed the enemy troops all the way down Gaoyanzi without losing their morale, and headed straight for Fanxian County at the foot of the mountain!
The second update will be posted tonight.
(End of chapter)
