Dorgon took a deep breath, his flat nose turned red from rubbing too much, "General! Are we... Do we want to continue fighting?"
"General...General!"
Dorgon called out several times, but did not hear Yue Tuo's answer. He turned his head and looked in shock, only to find that Yue Tuo, who had a sallow complexion, was already sitting on the horse in a precarious figure.
"General!" Dorgon quickly stretched out his hand to support Yue Tuo's shaky body, turned around and cursed: "You damn slaves, are you blind? Why don't you come and help the general off his horse!"
After Dorgon scolded him, Geshiha, who had been waiting behind him, hurriedly ran over, nodded and helped Yue Tuo off his horse. It wasn't that they didn't show their skills well, but the rules in Yue Tuo's army were very strict. Without the command of the commander,
, anyone who dares to disturb the coach without authorization will be "killed!"
Seeing Yue Tuo's face turning from sallow to pale, Dorgon couldn't help but worry even though he usually disliked him because of the queue. He stretched out his arm to lift Yue up and asked in a low voice: "General, what are you doing?"
The situation is complicated now. As the commander-in-chief of the army, should we fight or fight with you next? Or should you give us the rules?"
Yue Tuo struggled to sit up, a look of exhaustion flashed in his eyes, and whispered: "Prince Rui, we originally wanted to hold on a little longer to see if we could defeat the Ming army camp, but now it seems that it is not possible.
That’s right, the Qingzhou Army is not something we can capture, so let’s withdraw as soon as we can while we still have the ability to protect ourselves!”
There was a trace of struggle in Dorgon's eyes. No one would be willing to walk a hundred miles for half a century. If he could completely annihilate this Ming army, not only would he gain a high honor, but also his status in the Qing Dynasty.
It can also be greatly improved, and if the army goes south again from now on, it will definitely be a smooth road. Such a thing that benefits both public and private interests has now turned into a failure. How can Dorgon be reconciled?
After struggling in his heart for a long time, Dorgon sighed unwillingly. He called the messenger and gave some instructions. Soon, the mournful horn sounded again. He was still attacking the Ming army camp like a tide.
After hearing the sound of the horn, the Qing army seemed to be stunned for a moment, and as if it suddenly dawned on them, they retreated faster than they attacked.
Pang Gang, who was fighting desperately among the Qing soldiers, did not notice the sound of the horns. When he found that there was no more Qing soldier in front of him, he looked up and found that the Qing soldiers had receded like the tide.
Pang Gang, who had no opponent now, felt a wave of fatigue coming over him. He put the heavy shield in his hand on the ground and looked at the soldiers around him who were still barely standing. Then he looked at the sky. It was getting late now.
After Pang Gang and others collected the bodies of Lu Xiangsheng and others, no one could care about their sadness. They all hurriedly cleaned up their respective battlefields. The Qing army's corpses and weapons could no longer be taken care of. Each battalion collected the corpses of its own dead soldiers and rescued the wounded.
.Count the number of casualties and discuss matters together in the evening.
"Dang Da Da, as of today, our Qingzhou Army has suffered a total of 4,763 casualties, of which 2,736 were killed and martyred in battle. 552 were seriously injured and 1,44 were slightly injured.
One hundred and seventy-five people. One Qian General of the Second Battalion was killed, two Qian Generals of the First Battalion were killed, five Generals were killed, Li Yuan, the guerrilla general of the Second Battalion, was seriously injured, Black Qian General was seriously injured, Hao Qian General was slightly injured, and Qian General of the entire army was seriously injured.
A total of twenty-two officers above the rank of corps commander were killed in the battle."
Listening to the figures read out by the statistician, everyone's hearts were heavy. Their Qingzhou Army alone suffered such heavy casualties, and the casualties of the Xuan Army and the Shanxi Army were even greater. The Tianxiong Army commanded by Lu Xiangsheng himself was almost dead.
Lighted.
Everyone in the big tent had gloomy faces, and the atmosphere was very dull. This list means that the casualties of the entire Qingzhou Army exceeded one-fifth, which can be said to be a great loss of vitality. If it were not for the advantage of defense, there are also the Qingzhou Army's unique
With the general's strong will to fight, this army may have collapsed long ago.
Pang Gang was silent for a while and then said: "Today, the officers of various departments suffered a lot of losses. There are many vacancies that can be replaced by deputy positions in accordance with military regulations and implemented immediately."
"yes!"
The officers in the big tent lowered their heads. Many people felt sad and happy at the same time. These people had finally taken over the position of their superiors and became full-time officers. However, this full-time job came to them in such a miserable way, which made them feel very bitter in their hearts.
A soldier came to report, "Your Excellency, Commander Yang, Commander Tiger and Chinese Army General Chen An are waiting outside the tent. They said they have important matters to discuss with you."
"You guys step back first and invite General Yang and his friends to come in." Pang Gang didn't dare to neglect. Now that Lu Xiangsheng is dead, he is on the same level as Hu Dawei and Yang Guozhu, and can be regarded as the three highest-ranking generals in the army. Now the two of them
You and Chen An are here together, so there must be something important.
Soon, Hu Dawei and Yang Guozhu walked in. Seeing the appearance of these two people, Pang Gang almost didn't recognize them. Yang Guozhu's left arm was in a sling, and his arm was tightly tied with a cloth strip.
He was defeated, but Hu Dawei was even worse. His face was wrapped like a rice dumpling, and his chest was tied with a white cloth, with traces of blood seeping out from it. Chen An had a dull look on his face, obviously not yet.
Free from Lu Xiangsheng's death.
Pang Gang hurriedly went up to us and asked, "Brothers, General Chen, why have you all failed?"
After the two people came in, they each found a temporary stool made of stones and sat down. Yang Guozhu smiled bitterly and said: "As generals, we fight for the country and fight fiercely with the Tatars. It doesn't matter if we get injured. Even Governor Lu
We all sacrificed our lives for the country, so if Commander Tiger and I can save even a few lives, we are considered to be very lucky."
Hu Dawei suddenly cried: "But Governor Lu died unjustly. He didn't have to die in the first place!"
"It's me, I didn't take good care of Governor Lu." Speaking of Lu Xiangsheng's death, Pang Gang felt guilty in his heart because he still failed to protect the coach.
As if seeing the self-blame in Pang Gang's eyes, Yang Guozhu sighed: "People don't have to blame themselves. Governor Lu can sacrifice his life for the country. That is his lifelong wish."
Pang Gang said bitterly: "What a fart wish, there is obviously an army of 50,000 at Cockcrow, which is only fifty miles away from us, but we have been fighting for so many days, but not a single soldier has come to our aid. If there really are no reinforcements, then that's it."
Yes. But our reinforcements are clearly right under our noses, but we are standing still. What do you think is the reason for this?"
Pang Gang's words were full of evil spirits. Although he was saddened by Lu Xiangsheng's death, it seemed that a shackles on him had been lifted. He no longer had any scruples about this decadent court, and he was still able to maintain the
A mask of hypocrisy was also torn off by him.
Yang Guozhu and Hu Dawei looked at each other and smiled bitterly after hearing this. It can be said that Gao Qiqian's thoughts are known to everyone on the road. They are not blind, so how could they not see it. It's just that as Ming soldiers, they have the inherent concept of complaining.
Can't say anything.
Looking at the tired faces of Hu Dawei and Yang Guozhu, Pang Gang seemed to have made up his mind and said: "Two brothers, I am going to kill Gao Qiqian!"
"boom......."
Pang Gang's words were like a bomb that exploded in everyone's hearts, shocking Hu Dawei and Yang Guozhu. If it weren't for his difficulty in moving, Hu Dawei would have almost jumped in shock, and his eyes were as wide as copper.
As big as a bell, he pointed his right hand at Pang Gang and said: "Brother Pang...you...are you kidding me? You can't say such nonsense."
The faces of Yang Guozhu and Chen An also changed several times in an instant. The difference was that Yang Guozhu's face turned pale, while Chen An's face changed rapidly from green to red several times like the face of Sichuan, and then his eyes died.
Staring at Pang Gang, as if trying to discern the authenticity of his words.
"Yes!" Pang Gang said as if he had made up his mind: "I'm not kidding. Governor Lu cannot die in vain, and Gao Qiqian will never be allowed to continue to live freely. If God doesn't deal with such a wicked person, I will deal with him.
!”
Pang Gang's tone was firm, and there was determination in his eyes.
"Plop!"
Chen An, who was on the side, knelt down towards Pang Gang and said, "Mr. Pangda, if you take this revenge for Governor Lu, my miserable life, Chen An, will be yours from now on." After saying that, this person who has followed Lu Xiangsheng for more than ten years will be yours.
The general cried loudly like this.
Looking at Chen An, who was kneeling in front of Pang Gang and crying loudly, Hu Dawei and Yang Guozhu also felt sad in their hearts. How could they not understand that Lu Xiangsheng's death was not a crime of war, but was actually the result of Gao Qi's secret mischief. The 70,000-strong army
He was only given 20,000 yuan, and then he deliberately defaulted on food and wages, and then followed him but ignored him. If Pang Gang had not led his army to rescue in time, they would have been wiped out as early as Gaoyang.
During these days when they were in Jiazhuang, Lu Xiangsheng sent people to Jiming several times to ask for help, but Gao Qiqian refused to move and watched helplessly as they fought with the Tatars here. The main culprit of the violence was Gao Qiqian.
But if Gao Qiqian is really killed, the imperial court will be completely at odds with each other. This is something Hu Dawei and Yang Guozhu are not willing to do. After all, rebelling against the imperial court is still too far away for them.
Pang Gang glanced at the two of them, and a hint of disappointment flashed in his eyes. It seemed that now was not a good time to win over these two generals. After all, the power that the Ming Dynasty had accumulated for more than two hundred years was not in vain.
Thinking of this, Pang Gang stretched out his hand to help Chen An up and comforted him: "General Chen, there is no need to be like this. It is my duty to avenge Governor Lu, and I will not use this matter to blackmail anyone. It has been a tradition since ancient times."
It is said that a true man does something and does not do something, so I have no choice but to avenge Governor Lu."
Chen An did not stand up, but said sternly: "General Pang's words are wrong. Although Chen An is just a rough man, he also knows the principle of repaying kindness. If General Pang avenges Governor Lu, Chen An's life will be at stake."
From now on, I will sell it to adults!"
Pang Gang sighed, helped Chen An up and said sincerely: "Well, since General Chen can have this intention, then just follow me for now. If General Chen has a good place to go in the future, I will never force him to stay."
After saying that, Pang Gang reached out to help Chen An. Chen An bowed respectfully to Pang Gang and stood behind Pang Gang, obviously considering himself Pang Gang's subordinate.
Yang Guozhu and Hu Dawei glanced at Pang Gang, with a hint of envy in their eyes. After Lu Xiangsheng died in the battle, there were still more than a thousand remnants of the Tianxiong Army. Now that Chen An has officially surrendered to Pang Gang, then these more than a thousand Tianxiong Army
Xiongjun will naturally be accepted by Pang Gang, but the two of them have no intention of being jealous. As the saying goes, if you want to gain something, you have to make sacrifices.
After Pang Gang took over the remnants of Lu Xiangsheng, he had the obligation to avenge Lu Xiangsheng. After killing Gao Qiqian, no matter how generous Emperor Chongzhen was, he would never tolerate someone who killed his close ministers. A break with the imperial court was inevitable.
, this may be the so-called gain and loss.
Thinking of this, Yang Guozhu and Hu Dawei stood up and sighed: "Man Pangda, you insist on avenging Governor Lu. We will not stop you, but killing the supervisors is something we cannot interfere with. Please forgive us.
I can't help." Unknowingly, the two of them became quite unfamiliar with Pang Gang's tone.
"It doesn't matter!" Pang Gang nodded: "Everyone has his own ambitions, and I can understand your concerns. Pang doesn't expect you to help. I just hope that you can stand by and watch. I would be very grateful." Although Pang Gang's tone was not clear.
It meant blaming him, but how could they not hear the faint sarcasm in it.
The faces of Hu Dawei and Dawei turned slightly red. Hu Dawei cupped his hands and said, "Pang Pang is a man of great integrity. Naturally, the two of us do not dare to compare with Pang Pang. We can only wish you success and take our leave now."
After saying that, Hu Dawei and Yang Guozhu walked out in shame and quickly disappeared at the door.
Looking at the backs of the two men, Pang Gang sighed helplessly. The comrades who were fighting side by side before may become enemies in the future. This cannot be said to be a kind of sadness.
"General..." Chen An, who was behind him, came over. He looked at Pang Gang and said with shame: "Sir, because of Governor Lu's matter, you, Commander Yang, and Commander Tiger fell out.
Ashamed."
"What's the point?" Pang Gang shook his head indifferently, "There is no such thing as Governor Lu. Maybe I will fall out with them. After all, if Taoists and Taoists do not work together, what should come will eventually come."
Having said this, Pang Gang smiled and patted Chen An on the shoulder: "Okay, you are all tired today. Go back and rest quickly. I estimate that the Tatars' fighting strength will end here. Tomorrow
They will definitely retreat. You go back and gather your old troops, and prepare to go to Cockcrow with me!" When he said the last sentence, there was a hint of murderous intention in Pang Gang's words.
"yes!"
The sky was dawning, and a new day had begun again. The sun shone warmly on people, and Jiazhuang was still silent, as if the bloody battles these days had never happened.
Pang Gang led a group of generals to stand at the top of the camp, looking at the empty Qing camp in the distance with an expression as if it was true that the Qing troops had indeed withdrawn overnight.
Looking at the messy Qing army camp in the distance, the generals also had complicated expressions on their faces. After fighting fiercely with the Qing soldiers for so many days, now that the Qing army suddenly left, they still didn't react in time.
After a long time, Da Zhuang said: "Sir, as expected, the Tatars really escaped overnight. What should we do?"
Pang Gang seemed to have not heard Da Zhuang's words. He pondered for a long time before sneering: "What else can we do? Of course we followed their butts. This time we will also follow the Tatars' example and hang on the Tatars' butt.
Later, if the Tatar dares to bare his teeth at us, we will knock out all his front teeth!"
"Hiss..." All the generals took a breath. Their giant man must be too courageous. Although the Tatars have suffered heavy losses these days, they still have 40,000 remaining troops.
Pang Gang's Qingzhou Army also suffered a lot of losses. The loss of more than 4,000 was Pang Gang's biggest loss this year, which was equivalent to the strength of a battalion.
Now Pang Gang still needs to use some exhausted troops to chase the Tatars. Isn't he afraid that the Tatars will come back to kill them again?
Seeing the shocked expressions of the generals, Pang Gang said calmly: "Don't worry, everyone, we are not going to fight the Tatars, but to seek revenge."
"Seeking revenge?" The generals looked at each other, not understanding what Pang Gang meant. Only Chen An, among the generals, flashed a look of excitement on his face.
Pang Gang didn't want to explain, he just said: "Okay, everyone, don't be in a daze, hurry back and prepare to set up camp. It's time for us to hit the road."
"Yes!" The generals did not dare to ask any more questions, and all took the order and left...
Rooster crows, Ming army camp, Gao Qiqian, the commander-in-chief of the troops and horses of the world, and several generals are exchanging cups and drinks in the big tent.
"Father...Father, something big has happened, something big has happened!"
A young eunuch with a shrill voice trotted all the way into the Chinese army tent where Gao Qiqian was staying, and came to Gao Qiqian who was having a drink with several generals.
Zheng He was so excited that his neck turned red, he glared at the little eunuch and said displeasedly: "Xiao Anzi, why are you so flustered? You don't have any composure at all. What else can happen? Is that Lu Manzi defeated?
?”
The little eunuch gasped and said: "Eunuch Gao, something big happened, Lu Xiangsheng... Lu Xiangsheng is dead!"
"Ping Pong......"
The wine glass in Gao Qiqian's hand fell to the ground in an instant. A fine Jingdezhen porcelain white wine glass turned into pieces. There was silence in the big tent.
"What, Lu Xiangsheng is dead?"
Gao Qiqian's body swayed, and he suddenly felt a little dizzy as he usually said he would never get drunk after a thousand drinks.
He stretched out his hand as fast as lightning, grabbed Xiao Anzi's arm and shouted sternly: "Xiao Anzi, do you know that lying about military information will result in beheading!"
Xiao Anzi was so frightened by Gao Qianqian's ferocious expression that he almost cried, and said in a trembling voice: "Father, even if I have the courage of a leopard, I would not dare to lie to you. Lu Xiangsheng... Lu Xiangsheng really died in battle."
Already."
"Lu Xiangsheng...he, he really died in the battle?"
Gao Qiqian let go of Xiao Anzi's hand and murmured to himself: "Lu Xiangsheng is dead. Doesn't this mean that the Tatars will attack soon? No, we have to think of a way quickly."
After Gao Qiqian finished speaking, he stood up without hesitation and screamed: "Come here, my father-in-law has ordered the entire army to break up their strongholds and camps, and quickly... to Gaoyang... No, to Gao Qian..."
The capital retreats..."
ps: I just got back from physical therapy, so I’ll just do one chapter for today.
Speaking of which, A Ding’s eyes were really opened today. Today A Ding was doing physical therapy in the physical therapy room. A Ding took off his shirt for physical therapy, and a buddy took off his pants for physical therapy. He saw that this buddy’s little brother was being fucked.
The two young and beautiful nurses were going back and forth. A Ding cried. Damn, they are both doing physical therapy. Why is there such a big difference in treatment! You can't afford to hurt me, old man!