In the evening, several horses galloped straight into the southern city of Heyang. Soon Yu Wenhu knew that He Lanxiang had attacked at the wrong target, and he couldn't help but let out a long sigh.
"Why is Sheng Le so careless? Heluo has been controlled by the enemy for a long time. Although it is controlled by me now, the people in the countryside are also strangers. It is like an enemy country. You should be extremely careful when advancing or retreating. How can you be rash!"
He did not know that He Lanxiang had already encountered a greater disaster. At this time, he still shook his head and criticized He Lanxiang for not being cautious enough. He did not think that this matter would directly affect the safety of Heyang.
However, having learned from He Lanxiang's mistake, Yu Wenhu did not dare to be careless. After considering He Lanxiang's suggestion of setting up a defensive line along Luoshui La, he was troubled by the lack of troops on hand, so he could only send out sentry scouts along the Luoshui La line.
Luoshui was on alert day and night and reported as soon as possible when enemy sightings were discovered.
But today was destined to be a restless day. After nightfall, Yuwenhu finished his meal and then inspected the defenses of the two cities. As a result, the scouts sent to the Luoshui coast reported that traces of the enemy had been found on the other side, and the number seemed to be very large.
After learning this, Yu Wenhu was naturally shocked. While he ordered the guards in the two cities to put on armor and prepare for war, he also sent someone to notify Zhao Gui, who was still staying in Luoyang, and asked him to come here as soon as possible to discuss military affairs together.
"Most of the bandit army has appeared south of Luoshui, but Helan Shengle didn't come to report it. What on earth is he doing!"
When he thought that if he had not been vigilant and sent out a wide range of scouts, he might not even have been able to detect when the enemy was approaching Heyang South City. Yu Wenhu felt angry in his heart. He trusted He Lanxiang so much and entrusted the safety of his flanks, but in the end He Lanxiang failed.
There aren't even basic warnings.
However, his complaint did not last long. The defeated soldiers who broke out near Baiguwu swam across Luoshui and returned to Heyang Nancheng, and told Yuwen Hu an even more shocking news: He Lanxiang's troops were trapped by the enemy general Zhu Hunyuan.
Set in an ambush, unable to fight, trapped among thieves, it is still unclear whether he will die in battle or be captured.
"Shengle..."
When Yu Wenhu heard this, he was in chaos, and tears burst out of his eyes. Although he and He Lanxiang were just cousins, they had grown up together since childhood, and their relationship with each other was actually closer than that of his brother Yu Wenhu. However, he did not expect that He Lanxiang would actually
When the thief was defeated in the battle, he felt extremely sad for a while, beating his chest and wailing.
However, this is not the time to indulge in sentimentality. Almost all of He Lanxiang's army has been wiped out, which means that the rebel army can cross the river and march north at any time and force the river bridge.
Fortunately, it is midsummer now, which is the season when the Luoshui River flows the most. In order to plan to continue attacking Heyang North City, Yu Wenhu moved all the people on the Jindu boats along the Luoshui River to the river bridge, leaving the enemy with no opportunity for a while.
There were enough ferries to cross the river, and the passable pontoon bridge was still under the control of the scouts and defenders, and was successfully burned before the enemy could advance.
But this can only stop the enemy for a short time, and even the current night is considered safe. When it gets light tomorrow, it will not be difficult for the enemy to swim or build a raft.
This was not the only bad news. The envoy who went to Luoyang soon returned and conveyed Zhao Gui's intention to Yuwenhu, hoping that Yuwenhu could defend the two cities of Heyang and not lose them. Zhao Gui personally went to the west of Henan to urge
Guide the rear army to reach the river bridge as soon as possible.
After Yu Wenhu heard the news, he was so angry that he almost vomited blood. The main reinforcements had already entered the Heluo area, and they were only one or two days away from the Jingqi led by He Lanxiang. Regardless of Zhao Gui's urging or not, he also received
We won't arrive at Heqiao until tomorrow or tomorrow. This old guy is obviously too timid to take responsibility, so he uses this as an excuse to swim west, and then he will stay somewhere to watch the success or failure.
Zhao Gui gave up his choice and left, but Yu Wenhu couldn't. No matter whether he took the responsibility of guarding the river bridge or his desire for achievements, he was not allowed to run away.
However, after such a big change, he was in a mess inside and had no idea how to deal with it. He Lanxiang failed in his trust and made the situation where he had an obvious advantage become extremely passive, which also made Yu Wenhu feel sad.
Full of frustration.
He gathered all the garrison's horses in the horse camp outside the city, and stayed here to guard it himself to ensure that sufficient mobility could be maintained whether in field battles with the enemy or other tactical responses.
The south bank of Luoshui River was not peaceful that night, and Yu Wenhu could not sleep. At mid-night, after repeatedly confirming that the enemy troops had not crossed the river in large numbers, he boldly went to the north bank of Luoshui River to prepare for an inspection in person.
But when he arrived at the ferry, he saw flames blazing into the sky in the valley to the south, and the sound of killing filled the field. He couldn't help but look confused again: "Who is fighting on the south bank? It doesn't mean that all the troops in the front have been ambushed and defeated.
?”
The soldiers who stayed here shook their heads after hearing this. It was a dark and windy night, and there was no pontoon to cross the river quickly. Naturally, they had no way to investigate. But from the sound coming, it was known that the fighting on the other side was fierce.
Whoever is at war is always a good thing for them.
Not knowing what was happening on the south bank, Yu Wenhu naturally refused to leave. He ordered his soldiers to cross the river on a raft to investigate, while he squatted on the north bank and waited anxiously.
It was not until dawn that the scouts who went out to explore came back wet. After landing, they had not even had time to catch their breath, and they said with a happy face: "Yes, it's Lieutenant Li. Lieutenant Li is leading his troops to the north.
Yesterday, I met the breakout soldiers of Governor Helan's headquarters. Knowing about the bandits, I launched an attack on the bandits at night, successfully drove the bandits away from the banks of Luoshui River, and recaptured Baiguwu..."
"Okay, okay! God's will comes true, God... Lieutenant Li returned to the rescue in time, it should be considered a great achievement, a great achievement!"
After waiting anxiously in the middle of the night, Yu Wenhu finally heard some exciting good news. He couldn't help but give high-fives and praise.
God knows what kind of struggles he has gone through in his heart in the past few hours. Fear, worry, resentment and other emotions are mixed in his heart. He only feels that every moment he stays here is painful suffering.
But finally this suffering and waiting has ushered in a satisfactory result. If Yu Wenhu is asked to choose the most lovable person in the world at this moment, it must be Li Bi!
"Go back to the city quickly and arrange for the soldiers to prepare food and wine to reward the army!"
The crisis was finally resolved. Yu Wenhu was in a good mood, so he hurriedly gave instructions. But he couldn't wait any longer. The crew found a slightly damaged canoe nearby, repaired it briefly, and then crossed the river with a few soldiers.
Meet Li Bi.
After a night of fighting, Li Bi was currently resting at his desk in Baiguwu City. When he heard that the soldiers came to inform Yuwen Hu to see him, he cheered up and invited the soldiers in.
"General, I will pay my respects to Lieutenant Li!"
After Yuwen Hu entered the hall, he first paid homage to Li Bi, and was immediately showered with compliments.
Li Bi still succeeded in confirming the river bridge, and secretly breathed a sigh of relief in his heart, and then sighed again: "After interrogating the prisoners of war, I learned that Governor Helan was unable to fight and was captured by the enemy in the formation. The thief general
However, Zhu Hun Daoyuan led 20,000 infantry and cavalry, and his 6,000 fine cavalry rushed here first. The battle last night was the one they fought. They have temporarily retreated, but the people and horses behind are still increasing one after another. I am here to block the thieves' front, please.
Duke Zhongshan and Duke Nanyang must guard the river bridge and not lose it, waiting for the Lord to make further plans!"
"Please rest assured, Lieutenant Li. The situation was so difficult last night, and I had no intention of retreating. I only wanted to stick to the river bridge! Since the Lieutenant is here, I have no worries. If thieves want to enter Tuliang City again,
That’s also a dream!”
After hearing this, Yu Wenhu patted his chest and promised, but then he said with a sad face: "Sheng Le is the Lord's close and trusted junior, and he is also my dearest friend. Does Lieutenant Li have any plan to take him back?"
After Li Bi heard this, he shook his head and sighed: "Fortune rises and falls at its own time. If he did not disappear in battle, he must still have future blessings. Mr. Zhongshan, please don't be too sad about this. You still need to regard the current war as a
Heavy."
When Yu Wenhu heard this, he also sighed deeply. After the soldiers brought the food and wine to the army, he and Li Bi had a brief meal together, and then left and returned to Heqiao to sit in charge.
Because of Li Bi's timely arrival, the crisis was resolved without any danger, and Yu Wenhu was deeply aware of the ever-changing elements in the war. Although he had participated in the war before, he rarely took charge of it alone. Now he personally presides over the river.
Bridge Defense is particularly fortunate and proud of its perseverance.
In the evening of the next day, more than 10,000 reinforcements finally arrived at Heqiao, which gave Yuwenhu an unprecedented abundance of troops. At the same time, the arrival of familiar generals such as Hou Longen also allowed Yuwenhu to discuss military aircraft.
After everyone met, they couldn't help but lament when they talked about He Lanxiang, who had just been captured by the enemy. But apart from being sad, someone else said: "When the Duke of Xihe was here a few days ago, the East bandits had an affair with the general envoy and sent him
My relatives and disciples are here to gather. If Duke Zhongshan can capture the northern city of Heyang and make the thieves aware of Duke Zhongshan’s name, Duke Fuyi and others may not be able to take advantage of this opportunity to return..."
After Yu Wenhu heard this, his eyes suddenly lit up, but after thinking for a moment, he slowly shook his head and said: "The thieves still gather tens of thousands on the north bank, so we must not underestimate the enemy. Even if we want to attack, we still need to wait for the right time.
Don’t be rash. Don’t ignore Shengle’s mistakes!”
The arrival of reinforcements from the Western Wei Dynasty on the south bank greatly increased the number of guards. The north bank was not completely deserted. A group of light cavalry also arrived at Beizhong City in Heyang. The leader was Hu Luguang, the eldest son of Hu Lüjin.
"The Crown Prince has returned to Jinyang a few days ago to prepare for the funeral. The Crown Prince is very disappointed that Han Situ and others' crusade has failed. Now that I have sent my son here to help Aye, if it still fails, I, my father, my son, and others may no longer enjoy peace of mind."
After seeing his father, Hu Luguang said in a deep voice.
Hu Lujin's face turned cold after hearing this, and he sighed: "But now the two cities are the teeth of each other. They have a very organized defense, and more troops have been stationed in front of them. It is really difficult to take it by force..."
"Everything depends on human effort. There is always a way. Even if both cities cannot be restored, it is still good to take one city first."
Compared with his father's frown, Hu Luguang is much calmer and more confident.