Although what Jia Xu said was plausible, it was also true. But Lu Zhi still felt very uneasy in his heart. After all, 40,000 people beat the other side with 300,000.
No matter what, I don't see a winnable situation, or even a slight chance of winning.
The gap between the enemy and ourselves is really too great, in Lu Zhi's understanding. This can no longer be made up for by the strength of the soldiers. If it were 40,000 against 100,000, there might still be a chance of winning.
But under the current situation, Lu Zhi really couldn't muster any confidence. But at this time, he could not disobey Yuan Shu's order, so Lu Zhi now felt very hesitant.
Jia Xu also saw his confusion, and then continued: "General, success or failure depends on this. As long as the general has enough confidence, I think Lord Zhou Mu will not let you down."
"And has the General ever thought about how many of these Yellow Turbans will really fight to the death with our Han army?"
"And we have the advantage of cavalry. As long as we charge in one round, the opponent will be defeated by us like a chicken and a dog."
Lu Zhi had no choice but to think that the rebels of the Yellow Turban Army would attack the city tonight. He also risked his life and said: "In that case, I will follow what Mr. said."
"Come here, gather the army immediately. Wait for the army of Master Nanyang Zhou Mu to arrive and gather together in one place."
As Lu Zhi's order was issued, these Han troops stood up and packed their belongings. Units of centurions slowly gathered on the plain outside, and it only took half an hour to assemble the army.
During this period, he also made it clear to Jia Xu the information he had obtained. Including the fact that his lieutenant had brought people in to communicate with people in Youzhou City, he did not hide it. After all, he had no choice now.
He could only believe in the man in front of him and Yuan Shu, and he also believed in the combat effectiveness of the army led by Yuan Shu. After all, if you can defeat Cheng Yuanzhi, it proves that the opponent is still relatively powerful.
At least better than himself. After all, 10,000 people beat 50,000 people and still won. He didn't pay a particularly high price, which he thought he couldn't do.
Therefore, he planned to trust Yuan Shu and the others for once.
Soon, the army led by Yuan Shu appeared in front of their large army. Lu Zhi looked at the army led by Yuan Shu and didn't know how to describe it for a while.
This was the first time he saw a cavalry armed to the whole body, with almost no weaknesses. Even the horses' hooves are covered with armor, and each of my soldiers has no face.
Just such a cavalry would cost immeasurable money. Losing one of them is extremely painful. Looking at one's own cavalry, the gap is really too big.
Moreover, although the infantry led by Yuan Shu were not armed to the teeth. But all the important parts are armor protection, and the rest of the parts are also armor protectors baked with three layers of bamboo.
This kind of elite is the only one in the entire Han Dynasty. Although his army is the best army in the Han Dynasty, compared with Yuan Shu's, there is simply a gap between heaven and earth.
When Yuan Shu came over on horseback, he was the first to say hello: "Master Shangshu, I haven't seen you for many days. How have you been lately? My uncle asked me to say hello to you on his behalf!"
Yuan Shu gave Lu Zhi enough face as soon as he opened his mouth. Of course, the relationship between their two families was also extraordinary. And because of his uncle Yuan Wei, the Yuan family and the Lu family have some relatives.
What's more, both families are first-class families, and daily communication is indispensable. But now Lu Zhi can't afford to call Yuan Shu an adult. It would be better if he calls him privately.
He himself also understood that this was Yuan Shu giving him face.
Lu Zhi hurriedly said: "I pay my respects to Mr. Zhou Mu."
Yuan Shu: "Hey, Uncle Lu. There are no outsiders here, why bother?"
"Besides, our two families still have some personal friendships. If you call me "sir", wouldn't it be damaging the road?"
"If my uncle knew this, he would probably beat me to death."
Lu Zhi couldn't tell whether Yuan Shu was really hypocritical, and he also knew that Yuan Shu had gone out to live independently very early. Over the past ten or twenty years, I have lived at home only a handful of times.
Every day he was either in a restaurant or traveling somewhere, and although the two families were said to have friendships, they weren't much.
Lu Zhi: "If that's the case, then I'll ask you to call the highway."
"I didn't expect that the 10,000-strong army led by the road would be better than a million-strong army."
Yuan Shu: "It should be so, and I have just received the news from my uncle."
"I just don't know what my uncle is planning. There are still a few hours until dark. I think we should let them have a good rest tonight while the Yellow Turban Army attacks the city."
"I led the cavalry and the army to attack directly from the enemy's rear, catching them by surprise."
"It's just that I still need to ask uncle for your opinion."
Lu Zhi didn't know what the other party planned to do, so now he was just informing himself. After all, he no longer has the final say in the army, even though he is a general appointed by His Majesty to defeat thieves.
But it’s the same thing. Officials at the highest level can crush people to death. Moreover, he could not find anything to refute Yuan Shu. The most important thing is to see the army led by Yuan Shu, and also let myself see the possibility of success.
Otherwise, he would definitely not be able to let his men die in vain. After all, the difference in numbers was still too big no matter what before, and he had no chance of winning at all.
Lu Zhi: "Since the highway has been decided, then we just have to implement it."
"Moreover, the army you lead is like a real army of tigers and wolves. I don't have anything to refute, so I might as well believe you."
"After all, no matter how you say it, your talent and character are impeccable. And you also studied under Cai Yong, I believe you will not joke with the lives of soldiers."
This is indeed what Lu Zhi really thinks, after all, it is in his heart. A person who was burdened with infamy in the world could make him marry him at all costs, which Lu Zhi thought he couldn't do.
Because there’s so much pressure that needs to be put on, especially in this day and age. The title of a husband is almost a cruel sentence to a woman.
This was more uncomfortable for a woman than death, but Yuan Shu ignored what people in the world were talking about. Marrying Cai Wenji home as his wife can tell you what kind of person Yuan Shu is.
Yuan Shu: "In that case, I would like to thank my uncle for his support."
Afterwards, Yuan Shu also immediately ordered: "All armies, rest where they are."
"Eat dry food to replenish your strength. We will attack the enemy camp tonight."
"All war horses should be fed with good quality feed. Don't lose the chain at critical moments, and be sure not to light a fire."
After Yuan Shu issued an order, his men would naturally carry it out in an orderly manner. Even Guan Yu and Zhang Fei didn't ask any questions and just found a place to rest.
For them, tonight is where they become famous. The previous battle against Cheng Yuanzhi could only be regarded as a small test, but this Zhang Jiao was the big meal.
2 At this moment, everyone in the Yellow Turban Army under Youzhou City was listening to Zhang Jue's lecture.
Zhang Jiao: "We must capture Youzhou City from tonight to noon tomorrow."
"I will lead the supervising soldiers to personally supervise the battle. Anyone who steps back will die."
"But as long as you capture Youzhou City, you will have everything you need, whether it's food or other daily necessities."
"Later, let your stomachs go free and eat and drink to your heart's content. Once we enter the city, you can burn, kill, and loot as you please."
"You can do whatever you want within seven days."
"Must win!"
Following Zhang Jue's roar, the Yellow Turban Army roared as well. Huangpu Song and others above Youzhou City were shocked.
But there is no other way, after all, now they can only rely on the help of reinforcements. The point is, until now they don't know if there are reinforcements.
After all, there is no way to get information from the outside now. These Yellow Turban Army are staring at them.
On the other side, there are reinforcements like Dong Zhuo, Cao Cao and Liu Bei. There is still at least one day's journey from Youzhou City, and they may not get this opportunity.
Have a good night, there are only two endings here. Either the city of Youzhou is destroyed, or the Yellow Turban Army is defeated and flees.
Soon the sun was setting. Just before nightfall, Zhang Jiao ordered all the Yellow Turban troops to attack the city. Moreover, they attacked the city from all sides, sparing no effort at all.
He wanted to capture Youzhou City as quickly as possible, but Huangpu Song and the others would not let them get what they wanted.
The cry of siege was heard ten miles away, and the army led by Yuan Shu and Lu Zhi was still ten miles away from the Yellow Turban Army.
Now they have wrapped the horseshoes in cloth. This is also to avoid making louder noises. After all, these cavalrymen weigh almost three hundred kilograms plus armor.
And the five hundred cavalrymen, who looked like iron Buddhas butchering sheep, weighed up to six hundred kilograms. Like a human-shaped chariot, they are the biggest killer tonight.
Wherever it passes, people will be turned upside down. Moreover, the weapons equipped by these people are all the best, although they all look the same.
But these iron pagoda point weapons are all magic weapons that can cut iron like clay. After all, these are all produced by the system, so they will naturally be the best.
Scout: "Lord Baozhou Mu, General. Now the fighting has started in Youzhou City ahead. The Yellow Turban rebels are attacking Youzhou City in four groups."
"The situation is very urgent."
Yuan Shu waved his hand and motioned for him to go down. Then he turned around and said: "The army will keep advancing at a constant speed, and when it is less than 300 meters away from the Yellow Turban Army, it will rush out."
"Catch them off guard."
