"Instruct the generals of all the armies and battalions to strictly restrain their subordinates. Remember your majesty's kindness and reward, and you must fight for the country with all your heart!" Early in the morning, after inspecting the Han army's strongholds, I saw that the oppressive atmosphere had eased, but there were many soldiers.
Having relaxed too much, Xiang Xun ordered with a stern face.
At the beginning of the day, the sound of drills in the Han camp rang out as usual, and the combat formations were being practiced without any interruption. As the order troops were dispatched, soon, the generals of all the armies gathered in the central army, and the commander-in-chief Xiang Xun gathered the generals to discuss the army.
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Liu Chengxun was sitting in line to listen, and he also caught up with him. He was calm and composed, sitting upright, with a hint of curiosity in his smart eyes. Xiang Xun, adhering to his capable style, went straight to the point and said: "Our army has been stationed here for several months.
After fighting for a long time without success, I know that all the officers and men in the army are tired and sluggish. Now, it is the height of autumn, and the opportunity to fight has appeared. I propose to mobilize troops to break the barrier!"
As soon as these words were said, even the generals who had foreseen it had their spirits lifted and their waists straightened up.
"Regarding the strategy of this battle, we have taken into consideration the opinions of the public and decided to launch a fire attack! Today's Mighty City is just a furnace filled with dry firewood and dead wood. Twenty-four hundred kerosene bombs have been gathered in front of the camp. By then, it will be ready
Burn the Shu army with a fire!" Xiang Xun said coldly.
After listening to Xiang Xun's words, Han Chongyun, who was standing behind him, glanced at Shi Shouxin subconsciously, and he really knew what was going on.
Xiang Xun still had a serious face and spoke meticulously: "After you all return to the camp, prepare your army for war. If you don't have enough water to store in the camp, cut down all the remaining trees in the surrounding area! I'm afraid this fire will
The surrounding mountains and forests are destroyed, so we have to be careful!"
Xiang Xun had obviously been planning this for a long time. In order to avoid surprise, he ordered the trees to be cut down indiscriminately when setting up the camp, so that around the Han camp, there were sparse tree shades and a bare "isolation zone".
"In this battle, the Longqi Army will attack the key points with thunderbolt chariots and set fire to it!" Xiang Xun looked at Wang Quanbin.
"Follow the order!" Gao Huaide responded decisively, with a positive attitude and an excited look.
"The Xingjie army follows behind and launches an attack!" Xiang Xun looked at Wang Quanbin again.
Although he was a little disappointed, Wang Quanbin still clasped his fists and obeyed the order.
"The rest of the armies are prepared individually and are subject to deployment at any time!"
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Just after finishing the general arrangements, I suddenly heard an urgent report from the scouts that the military situation of the Shu army had changed. I urgently called the military academy in to listen to their report: "Inform the commander-in-chief that the Shu army has made a sudden move. Five thousand Shu troops from Tangcang Town have gone north to watch.
The target of the movement is probably Huanghua Valley. There are also Shu troops in the Xie Valley, and they are entering Baijian."
After hearing the report, Xiang Xun immediately stood up, walked to the map hanging in the tent, and studied the place names. After thinking about it for a while, he couldn't help but laugh: "Baijian and Huanghua Valley are behind our army! It seems that Shu
Jun Guo really can't stand it any longer and is trying to cut off my retreat!"
"Previously, the Wude Department and the Military Intelligence Department came to report one after another, saying that under the orders of the Shu court, the Shu army would attack. This was their choice!" Xiang Xun sighed.
"Dushuai, Baijian and Huanghua Valley are all behind our army. This matter involves our army's food route, especially Huanghua Valley. It is easier to cut off the back road and there is no room for loss. There are not many defenders there. If the Shu army succeeds, our army's situation will be
It’s inevitable to be very frustrated!” Gao Huaide said seriously.
Although he had an insight into the movements of the Shu army, Xiang Xun did not dare to be careless. He thought about it and said seriously: "We must respond quickly, especially the enemies of Tangcang!"
"Commander, the last general is asking for orders to attack. The Shu army from Tangcang will have to take a long and narrow route to Huanghua Valley. The last general is willing to lead his men to support and fight against the Shu army!" Han Chongyun couldn't help but come out and clasped his fists to ask for orders. He could see it.
Yes, here in the main camp, I am afraid that it will be difficult for them to take their turn. Now that they have the opportunity, they will naturally actively ask for orders.
Wang Renfan also stood up at this time and asked forcefully: "The final general is willing to go!"
Seeing this, Han Chongyun immediately frowned, feeling slightly unhappy. He waved to Xiang Xun to stop the others who were eager to try. His eyes wandered over the two of them for a few times, and he started to pace, as if he was considering who to send.
At this time, Shi Shouxin, who had always been low-key and humble, finally stood up and said to Xun: "Commander, why don't we divide our troops again, seize Tangcang, and pull out this nail buried in the side of our army. In this way, we can also intercept the attack.
When the Shu army returns, if the supporting Shu army is destroyed and the enemy in Baijian collapses, and the commander-in-chief then attacks Weiwu City, the entire Shu army on the opposite side will inevitably collapse!"
"General Shi has a sharp vision!" Xiang Xun couldn't help but nod, not hiding his appreciation at all. He rolled his eyes and said: "Let the enemies in Tangcang and Baijian be dealt with by the inner palace army!"
"Thank you, Commander-in-Chief, I will definitely live up to your military orders!" Shi Shouxin finally showed joy on his face.
"Soldiers are valuable and quick, go down and prepare!" Xiang Xun told Shi Shouxin.
He turned around and studied the military map for a while. The movement of the Shu army affected his entire body, allowing him to see too many opportunities at once. He even wavered in his plan to set fire to the mountain.
However, staring at the mighty city marked on Liu's map, Xiang Xun quickly strengthened his determination and said to the generals in the tent: "Be prepared today and send troops to attack the key points tomorrow to defeat the Shu army in one fell swoop!"
"Follow the order!"
Generals Shi and Han quickly left the tent and returned to camp, mobilizing their subordinates to carry out the mission. In the commander's tent, it was easy to talk, but in actual execution, it was not that easy.
On the way back to the camp, the two had clearly divided their tasks. Of course, Shi Shouxin basically arranged it. Han Chongyun wanted to lead troops to Huanghua Valley, but Shi Shouxin refused.
When it comes to military arrangements, Shi Shouxin, who became strict, did not give any face, and said directly: "I only bring half of the troops, two battalions of crossbowmen, three battalions of infantry, plenty of arrows, no debris to weigh down, and light and simple clothing.
OK, go straight to Huanghua Valley, compete with the Shu army for time, and set up an ambush in advance!
You lead the remaining soldiers to attack Tangcang Town directly, and move according to the situation. If the troops are insufficient and the defense is sparse, attack it. If the defense is tight, retreat halfway and set up an ambush to stop the Shu army!"
"Yes!" Facing the military order, Han Chongyun had nothing to say and simply obeyed.
Because Huanghua Valley is an important logistics road, the Han army specially left a battalion of troops and civilians to garrison in preparation for the Shu army's attack. In terms of defense, it is not strong. The Shu army chose this as a target, obviously after spying.
Those who verified it also knew about the situation in Huanghua Valley.
Southwest of the valley entrance, about three miles away, turning from the congested path to the post road, thousands of Shu soldiers were stopping to rest. I looked up at the sky and saw that the setting sun was setting hard, setting on the west mountain.
It was almost a day's march and walking on mountain trails was very tiring. Looking around, we could see that many soldiers had lost their formation and were resting wantonly, very laxly.
The commander-in-chief, Han Jixun, immediately became angry and immediately sent his soldiers out to deliver the order, asking his soldiers to organize into battalions and retreat into the mountains on both sides to rest, drink water and eat.
At the same time, the scouts sent in advance to open the way also returned to spy on the enemy.
"How is it? Is there anything unusual in Huanghua Valley? How is the Han army's defense?" Han Jixun asked anxiously as he personally handed the scout a water bag.
"Your Majesty!" After quenching his thirst and wiping his mouth, the scout reported: "There is nothing unusual, but the security guard is very tight. The soldiers are constantly patrolling and have not lost their vigilance!"
Hearing this, Han Jixun breathed a sigh of relief. This was normal. He thought for a while and asked: "Is there a sentry outside the village?"
"My subordinates were careful to spy on me. As soon as I got close to the pass, I didn't see any Han sentries!"
"It seems that the Han army is still slacking off!" Han Jixun sighed, with a smile on his lips, and immediately ordered: "Send the order to the entire army to rest for another two quarters of an hour before launching an attack on Huanghua Valley! Choose Five Hundred Strength
Soldier, I will personally lead the advance and go straight to the valley entrance!"
"Your Majesty, the soldiers have been marching continuously and are exhausted. It is getting late now. Is it inappropriate to attack now? Otherwise, rest for the night and attack again tomorrow morning?" After hearing the order, the generals around him couldn't help but give persuasion.
"I know that the soldiers are tired. It's not that I don't sympathize with the subordinates. It's just that the soldiers are very fast and cannot tolerate delay." Han Jixun said: "Since the past three months, the two armies have sent scouts to spy on each other. This time our army
Although we have tried our best to conceal our attack, we may not be able to hide it for long. We must capture Huanghua Valley before the Han army reacts, and strengthen the defense of the stronghold.
Otherwise, once the Han army reacts and the Yellow Flower Valley has not yet descended, our army will be in danger! Furthermore, since our army has reached the mouth of the valley and is right under the eyes of the Han army, how long can we remain invisible?"
"Tell the soldiers to persist and overcome fatigue. Hundreds of soldiers and civilians will be stationed in Huanghua Valley. As long as we take it, we can rest assured!" Han Jixun patiently explained.
"Follow the order!" After hearing this, the generals around him were obviously convinced and immediately made arrangements.
Han Jixun continued to endure the fatigue and steel himself, holding the handle of the knife tightly with his left hand, looking northward with sharp eyes, as if he could see his destination, Huanghua Valley, through the thick trees.
After the defeat of Huangniuzhai, Han Jixun felt that he was careless. This time he took the initiative to ask for orders to attack, hoping to avenge his previous humiliation.
When the time came, as planned, Han Jixun personally led 500 elite soldiers in front, reached the entrance of Huanghua Valley, sounded the trumpet, and immediately launched an attack on the Han defenders in Huanghua Valley.