The next morning, the county soldiers' competition was held in advance in the military camp. This competition was to determine the ownership of the three hundred seventy-two ring-refined first swords and the two hundred six-stone arm crossbows.
For these magical weapons, the soldiers of each song have been training hard for a month. Seeing that the victory will be decided today, the soldiers can no longer hold back and are eager to try.
The six leading quzhang were even more anxious. They only waited for the eunuch's order to kill the generals, seize the flag, and take the lead.
According to the pre-arranged competition method, this competition adopts the method of capturing the flag to determine the outcome. Each song has its own military flag. The flag has the surname of the commander of the song written on it. The first team to capture the other team's military flag wins. By.
Since the sword and shield soldiers and the spearmen competed for the first sword in the ring, the four songs were drawn and divided into two groups to compete. The winner advanced, and the winner was finally decided by the two advanced sergeants.
As for the ownership of the arm-shaped crossbow, it is simple. Just compete with each other between the two crossbows.
In the competition, everyone used fake knives, guns, bows and crossbows that were not very lethal. The tips of these fake weapons were covered with lime. If they hit the opponent's vital points, they would leave white marks, indicating that the opponent had been killed.
In order to prevent accidents, Zhang Yi issued a military order before the competition. If there was a death or serious injury or disability in the competition, not only would he be directly responsible for the incident, but he would also be punished under military law and the relevant persons would be severely punished.
Therefore, the six music directors including Lei Xiong, Shen Da, and others knew the appropriate strength in this competition. In addition, after the competition, Yang Qing will directly order the generals to send troops, and he does not want to be missing arms or legs.
On the high platform of the school field, Yang Qing was dressed in military uniform with a serious face. He waved the flag in his hand and issued the military order for the competition to begin.
Although the rules and standards were set and various measures were taken to reduce the serious personal injuries to the soldiers, once the competition started, the soldiers from all walks of life fought bravely and tried their best. For a while, there were constant orders and shouts of killing in the school field.
Both sides of the competition did not rush over in a swarm, but formed a military formation and strangled the opposite side. Formation and then fighting is actually an iron law in the army. As long as the formation is not in chaos and is not broken, there is still fighting strength.
Around the battle formation duel, the tactics of all parties are also emerging in endlessly. There are those who rely on tight and hard-to-break arrays to crush them, there are those who change formations to quickly cut and surround the opponent, there are those who use their troops to flank the opponent, and there are those who see the right opportunity to directly attack the opponent's general...
The fierce and exciting competition made all the civil and military officials on the high platform dazzled and beaming with joy. Many people praised that the leaders of these six songs were all people who knew soldiers and were good at fighting, and the soldiers below were also elite soldiers.
Although some of the words were exaggerated, Yang Qing was very satisfied with today's competition. After more than a month of training, this 3,000-strong county army finally looked like a strong army.
Although in the eyes of those who know the military, many Qu units are more or less slow, unfamiliar, and chaotic in the transformation and connection of battle formations, but in general, all six Qu units can roughly complete formations, changes, and collisions. The tactical movements of the formation are already very good for the county soldiers who are mostly new soldiers.
After two hours of fighting, the winner was finally decided. Lei Xiong's Sword and Shield Qu had the most veteran soldiers and rich experience. He outnumbered the other three Qu and collected the three hundred and seventy-two-refined Huanshou Dao.
As for the competition between the two crossbows, Shen Da was the better in the end and won two hundred well-made arm-shaped crossbows.
The big competition that had been prepared for almost a month finally came to an end, and now it was time to go out of the city to test the true combat effectiveness of this team.
An hour later, the soldiers of Liuqu returned to camp, had a meal, rested for a while, and then returned to the school grounds in full uniform.
The three-way drum was beating, and Yang Qing stood on the high platform and shouted loudly to all the county officials and soldiers: "The barbarians are causing trouble, killing the villagers, burning, killing, and looting. They commit all kinds of evil. The crimes are heinous, and gods and men are indignant. I am indignant. As the prefect of this county, guarding a place on behalf of the emperor, he has the responsibility to protect the territory and the people."
"Today, I will personally lead the army out of the city to defeat the enemy and save the people from water and fire. Gentlemen, will you follow me to kill the enemy?"
The sergeants had just gone through a fierce competition. Encouraged by the honor of victory and the supplies of sharp swords and crossbows, their morale was at its highest.
In addition, the people who suffered were all locals from this county. The soldiers in the audience had already lost their patience, and they were very disappointed that they could now fight to the death with the barbarian soldiers.
At this moment, listening to the prefect asking each other, all the sergeants' blood was tingling and veins bursting, and they shouted in unison: "I am willing to kill the enemy with my lord, I am willing to kill my enemy with my lord, I am willing to kill my enemy with my lord!"
When Gu saw the excited expressions of the sergeants, Yang Qing secretly said that the military spirit was ready, and stretched out his hand to signal the entire army to be silent.
"Okay, that's it, everyone, listen to the order." Upon hearing this, the civil and military officials on the left and right sides and in the audience quickly bowed and listened to the order.
"Liu Yin, Lu Shun, and Feng Chong, each of you will lead your own troops and follow me out of the city to defeat the enemy."
"No." The three of them responded as they came out of the queue.
In his first battle with the rebels, Yang Qing was fully prepared and used more than twice the enemy's force, totaling 1,200 people, accounting for almost half of the county soldiers.
"Zhang Yi, I order you to lead the remaining troops to guard the city, and be sure to prevent the barbarians from detouring to attack the county seat."
"No." Zhang Ni responded with cupped hands.
"Master Fu, why don't you bring Lei Xiong and Shen Da who are equipped with the Seventy-Two-Refined Ring First Sword and the Six-Stone Arm Crossbow? They are the most powerful Buqu in the army."
Yang Qing nodded and laughed: "I regard the barbarian soldiers as local chickens and dogs. Why use the most elite infantry in our army to deal with them? What's more, the first purpose of this attack is to drive away the barbarian cavalry, and secondly. The only way is to annihilate the enemy. It is enough to fight the enemy with twice the number of men and horses. Moreover, installing the city is the foundation of the county government, and there is no room for failure. In order to prevent a sneak attack by Gaoding, it is best for the most elite soldiers and horses to stay in the city."
"Yes, I understand."
"Fu Jun is absolutely right. Fu Jun personally leads the troops this time because he has high regard for the barbarian soldiers. Fu Jun will definitely be able to win." Huo Jian said suddenly from the side.
Yang Qing glanced at him, stretched out his hand, and said with a smile: "My uncle is overly complimentary. We still have to be modest and cautious. This time I send troops, I have my uncle to praise my military affairs. I'm sure I'll be safe."
Huo Jian cupped his hands and said humbly: "Jian is not talented, but I am willing to follow the strength of the slave horse."
"Wang Gongcao and Chief Yang, the government affairs in the government are still left to you two to handle. We must ensure order and tranquility in the city."
"promise."
"Magistrate Lu, you will be responsible for the subsequent transportation of food and fodder for the army, and Zhang Sima will cooperate."
"promise."
Seeing that everything had been arranged, Yang Qing immediately said goodbye to everyone.
After getting off the high platform, the guards had already brought the war horse. He turned over and rode on it, driving the horse forward.
The ordered soldiers came out one by one and followed them to the outside of the school grounds. They took the food, grass and baggage, and more than a thousand soldiers set off to the south gate. Wang Yi and other officials were also sent outside the city before returning.
It was already past midnight when Yang Qing led his army to leave the city. After two hours of marching, it started to get dark.
At this moment, everyone had traveled more than 20 miles and was already exhausted. Most of the soldiers Yang Qing led on this expedition were new soldiers. It was best not to march at night unless necessary, so he ordered Liu Yin to find a nearby village for everyone to march. Set up camp.
There was still more than 20 miles away from Dingxiang. Early the next morning, Yang Qing ordered the sergeants to continue on their way. Fortunately, there was an official route, and the army entered the boundary of Dingxiang around noon.
