Intelligence is the first element of marching and fighting.
In the hall, Qin Huaidao looked at the map and was in a good mood. He brought another piece of coarse cloth and asked Zhega to continue translating. He asked about the topography of the Tocharian Kingdom. Several businessmen were familiar with it. Worried about being killed, they scrambled to express themselves. For half an hour
Finally, a topographic map of the Tocharian Kingdom appeared in front of everyone.
Qin Huaidao was in a good mood. He looked at several merchants and said, "There is a shortage of food in the city. Is it possible to get it?"
Several businessmen stopped talking after hearing the translation.
"It's 10% higher than the market price. You can pay as much as you want. Half of the deposit will be paid in advance, but your family will have to stay as hostages to ensure that you don't die after the deal is completed." Qin Huaidao could tell what these people were thinking at a glance and made a promise directly.
Businessmen pursue profits. There is no reason to give up if you make money, not to mention you can survive if you do well. After hearing the translation, they all agreed. Qin Huaidao looked at Zhe Ga and smiled with satisfaction: "I leave this matter to you, ask Luo Ying to get the money."
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"Understood, please rest assured, King Han." Zhega responded solemnly and left with a few merchants.
Qin Huaidao's eyes fell on the map again. Xue Rengui was besieged in Yuegong City. According to what several businessmen just said, the Turkic Khanate's Golden Horde mobilized the troops of its subordinate kingdoms to support them. The Tocharian Kingdom sent 50,000 troops, and how many other kingdoms sent troops.
The merchants don't know, but the Turks claim to have an army of 600,000.
Six hundred thousand must be some praise. The Turkic Khan led an army of 300,000 to attack Chang'an. The Turkic prince led an army of 200,000 to attack Hanzhou. The army of 500,000 suffered heavy casualties. Not many escaped back. The Turkic Khanate plus the Kingdom of Moderation
The maximum number that can be mobilized is 600,000, and it must be a new conscription, with the strength of the whole country.
However, even if there are not 600,000 troops, even half of the troops will not be missing, and support must be provided as soon as possible.
But the army had just relaxed from the high-intensity march. Their nerves were relaxed and their physical strength was exhausted. They were probably lying down without wanting to move. Otherwise, Qin Huaidao would not have mobilized the people in the city to help make food. It would take at least three days of rest to recover, and he could not
Send troops to support immediately.
"Report——"
A guard battalion commander came in, saluted and said quickly: "For the information of the King of Han, during the interrogation, a prisoner confessed that the enemy city guard released a flying eagle to ask for help before he died. The nearest city to the west is called Hunduoduo City, and there are five
Thousands of civilians and 20,000 infantrymen can be reached in about two days on foot."
"Huntuo has many cities?"
Qin Huaidao's eyes quickly fell on a location, and then he looked around. To the north was Congling, which was the Pamir Plateau in later generations. It was sad for birds, deserted, and it was impossible to garrison troops. To the east was the way to come, and there was no garrison. The farther away
We have reached Khotan, and there is also a plateau to the south.
The city of Polese River is like the only place that the Kingdom of Tochara must pass on its way to the east.
Luo Ying came over, glanced at the map and said: "There are actually 20,000 infantrymen in Huntuoduo City, which is 10,000 more than here. We will definitely send troops when we receive the rescue, but our army is overworked. We have just relaxed and want to fight with more energy."
It’s difficult, I’ll lead the special forces.”
Qin Huaidao knew very well that the Hanzhou Army had been trekking for more than half a year and had reached the end of its strength. Now that it was relaxed, it would be difficult to get up, let alone raise a sword to fight. Once the 20,000 enemy troops were killed, they would be like lambs waiting to be slaughtered.
At this time, Fang Yiai hurriedly came in: "King Han, we have made arrangements. There will be food soon. We have arranged for people to keep an eye on me to avoid poisoning. I heard that enemies are coming to kill me. Let me go. I haven't moved my muscles and bones for more than half a year."
They will all be ruined.”
"If you can fight, can your troops fight?" Luo Yingfa asked.
Fang Yiai was startled and smiled, unable to answer.
"In terms of combat effectiveness, it has to be our special forces. Let me join." Luo Ying said again.
Qin Huaidao did not agree immediately. Instead, he waved his hand to signal to be silent. After thinking about it carefully, the enemy had no reason not to come when they asked for help. He could not take chances, but the army could not fight. The consequences of not blocking the enemy would be serious. He could only outsmart him. This
How to fight a war?
The hall immediately became quiet, and everyone waited patiently.
Suddenly, Qin Huaidao raised his brows, and his plan came to his mind. His eyes fell on the map again, and he said: "If the enemy army supports them, they will definitely move in full force, but dispatching a large army is not easy. There is too much preparation required, and we have to set off in the afternoon at the earliest.
The fastest we can get here is the morning after tomorrow. The special forces and guard regiment should take the time to rest and set out with me tomorrow afternoon. Fang Yiai, you stay to defend the city."
"Ah?" Fang Yiai was a little confused.
Luo Ying rushed to say: "Uncle, you can fight as you say, I will lead the team."
"That's right, you can't go, it's too dangerous." Luo Wu also agreed.
"This battle must be fought by me. Go down and prepare. Let the soldiers take a hot bath so that their bodies can recover faster." Qin Huaidao warned without explaining the reason.
Seeing that Qin Huai had made up his mind, everyone knew that there was nothing they could do to persuade him, so they had to leave in a hurry and prepare to go separately.
Qin Huaidao was also too tired to bear it, so he asked someone to prepare hot water for a good rinse. His hair had not been taken care of for a long time, and it was a mess. He was about to get lice. Without shampoo, the more he washed, the more itchy he became. In a rage, he found scissors and
Let Luo Wu help you cut your hair into short hair.
The ancients valued filial piety and did not dare to damage the body, hair, and skin of their parents.
When Luo Wu heard that his hair was about to be cut, his face turned pale with fright, and he quickly persuaded him. Qin Huaidao was not so particular, and his scalp was itchy after being wet. He took the scissors and cut off most of them with a few clicks, then threw the scissors to him.
Luo Wu warned: "Make it shorter, cut it neatly, hurry up, this is an order!"
The words were majestic and unquestionable.
The military orders were overwhelming, so Luo Wu had no choice but to obey and cut carefully.
After a while, the hair was cut and rinsed thoroughly with a local starch for washing clothes. Touching the short hair, Qin Huaidao suddenly felt better and said with a smile: "It feels much better. Come on, I'm going to take a bath."
"Uncle, these parents who suffer from skin problems... may be criticized by others." Luo Wu reminded carefully.
"For the public, I said that I was accidentally burned by fire, so I had to cut it short and find a warm hat to wear." Qin Huaidao found an excuse and took off his armor and clothes.
Once a rule is established, it is difficult to break it, otherwise it will be regarded as a heresy.
Qin Huaidao didn't want to be criticized behind his back for being unfilial and damaging to his reputation, so he could only find an excuse.
Luo Wu nodded knowingly, an excuse was better than none, and hurried away.
When Qin Huaidao was washed out, Luo Wu was already waiting at the door. He handed over a hat, which was made of sheepskin. It was soft and smooth and very comfortable to wear. He asked: "Uncle, you'd better not go to tomorrow's battle. Han
The state army can be without anyone, but it cannot be without you."
"Did they ask you to persuade them?" Qin Huaidao asked, staring at the other party.
Luo Wu remained silent by default.
Qin Huaidao then continued: "Tomorrow's battle will involve explosives. You are not as proficient as me. Don't worry, there are only 20,000 people. It will be easily solved. There will be no danger. Find a place to sleep."
"We are ready, come with me." Luo Wu said quickly, his heart full of doubts. The soldiers were all too tired to move, and their combat effectiveness was only 10%. How could they solve this easily?
That's 20,000 fresh troops. Even 20,000 sheep are not easy to kill.
But Qin Huaidao didn't say anything, and Luo Wu didn't want to ask any more questions. He led Qin Huaidao to a room that had been cleaned long ago, and he went next door to rest.