The Tuojiang River is a tributary of the upper reaches of the Yangtze River, originating from Jiuding Mountain on the northwest edge of Yizhou. There is the Mianyuan River in the west, the Shiting River in the middle, and the Mianyuan River in the east. The three rivers converge at Jintang Zhao Town and become the main stream of the Tuojiang River. Because the Mianyuan River is the longest
It is long, so it is regarded as the main source of Tuojiang River.
The Tuojiang River flows through the entire middle of Shu, starting from the northwest and ending in the southeast, almost dividing Yizhou into two halves. Because the river has abundant water flow all year round, towns and cities on both sides of the river have been established; and because it is a large river that runs through the entire Yizhou, flowing between the north and the south.
The shipping traffic was extremely busy, and the big cities around the Tuojiang River were one after another, such as Jiangyou, Mianyang, Jiangyang, and even Chengdu, where the Yizhou Yamen was located, was on the bank of the Tuojiang River.
Zhuge Liang chose this road, one was to go down the river, and the other was the shortest time. Long Fei had already occupied Jiangzhou. If Long Fei could not be stopped from advancing further west as soon as possible, Yizhou would really be in danger. After thinking about it, Jiangyang was the only choice.
It is most suitable. Jiangyang is the confluence of the Yangtze River and Tuojiang River. By holding this place, Long Fei's situation along the river can be contained. In addition, it only takes one day from Jiangyang to Jiangzhou. If Long Fei wants to take a detour, Zhuge Liang will
Then we can take the opportunity to attack Jiangzhou and cut off Long Fei's back road and grain road.
The boat was moving very fast. Zhuge Liang stood on the bow of the boat, with his hands behind his back and looking seriously ahead. Two brothers, Ma Liang and Ma Di, stood aside, and several guards next to them held command arrows and Liu Bei's sword in their hands. Before setting off for the expedition,
Liu Bei personally took the sword and gave it to Zhuge Liang, and said to the generals: Zhuge Liang is the commander-in-chief of this expedition. If anyone does not obey the order, he can be killed first and then reported.
Zhuge Liang divided the army into two, and Zhang Fei led the infantry southward by land. He led the navy by water. He also ordered the surrendered general Meng Da to be the vanguard of the navy and attacked Jiangyang. He led the army to follow.
Mi Zhu and Jian Yong stayed in Chengdu to prepare food and fodder. They assembled the three armies with a total of 80,000 soldiers and horses. They boarded ships from Chengdu and drove over in a mighty manner. This formation was really scary. Not to mention the banners blocking the sun and the roar of gongs and drums, it was considered a neighing horse.
Call, the soldiers and horses are strong.
Sun Qian walked to the bow of the ship carrying a plate with a bowl of rice and a plate of side dishes: "Commander, please eat something! I haven't eaten for a day!"
Ma Liang also persuaded him. Zhuge Liang waved his hand: "Long Fei's soldiers are well-fed and waiting for work in Jiangzhou. We have a small number of soldiers and horses, and there are only a few who can get used to fighting. If this battle is defeated, Yizhou will be defeated by Long Fei again."
Grab it!"
"Military advisor, don't worry. We are the masters in this battle, and Long Fei is the guest! Yizhou soldiers and horses have enough food and grass, but it is inconvenient for Long Fei to transport food and grass from Jingzhou. We can send a surprise army to bypass Long Fei's back and cut off his food route. It won't take Long Fei more than a month."
Defeat!" Ma Su suddenly interrupted.
Wei Yan quickly said: "The last general is willing to lead the troops there!"
Ma Liang glanced at the two of them, glared at Ma Su and said: "You're still young, why don't you get out of here quickly! What nonsense are you talking about? The military advisor has made his own decision!"
Sun Qian looked at Zhuge Liang and handed the plate in his hand to the soldiers beside him: "I think what You Chang said is quite reasonable. It might as well give it a try!"
Zhuge Liang shook his head: "No need to try, Long Fei is treacherous, and he is assisted by Guo Jia, Xun Yu and others. Long Fei uses his troops to win by surprise. He is good at robbing food and ambushes. We will only suffer losses here.
Why make such unnecessary sacrifices when you can’t get anything cheaper?”
Everyone was silent. Ma Su sighed and shook his robe: "If we cannot seize such an opportunity, Yizhou is in danger!" Before Ma Su finished speaking, Ma Liang slapped Ma Su on the back of the head: "Nonsense.
What? Go back to the cabin!" Ma Su grinned in pain and stared at Ma Liang, but did not dare to say anything more.
Zhuge Liang shook his head: "You are not afraid when you are young, and you will become a handsome man in the future. It's a pity that we are in a dangerous situation and we must not take risks easily, otherwise I will send troops to harass Long Fei and cut off his food route!"
Ma Liang and Sun Qian nodded quickly: "The military master's brilliant plan makes us ashamed!"
Seeing that Jiangyang City was about to arrive, pioneer Meng Da had already sent news that they would arrive in Jiangyang in two hours, and asked Zhuge Liang to prepare for landing. Zhuge Liang suddenly had an ominous premonition, and based on his feelings for Long Fei I understand that everything has been smooth sailing all the way from Chengdu. This is not like Long Fei's style, but I can't guess what Long Fei wants to do.
Jiangyang was right in front of him. Xu Huang let out a long breath. The flag on the city head showed that Zhuge Liang had not come yet. After Liu Bei captured this place, Shu general Yan Yan surrendered to the city, and Liu Bei appointed him as the governor of Jiangyang to guard this place. Long Fei and Guan Yu were there. There was a fierce battle at Kuiguan, and Yan Yan didn't even dare to go out of the city gate. The old man couldn't sleep well for several days due to the civilian explosion last time. This time, it was Long Fei's army, and he was even more frightened.
"Report...! Lord Taishou, there is a dragon army calling formation outside the city!"
"What? It's still here!" Yan Yan was shocked and stood up. His eyes were wide open and his hands were trembling.
The eldest son Yan Zheng [note] said: "Father, don't panic, our Jiangyang City has high walls and thick walls, and the army of military advisors will arrive soon. As long as we hold on for a few days, the people of Jingzhou will definitely flee when the army of military advisors arrives!"
"How to hold on?" Yan Yan paced back and forth: "A dangerous pass like Kui Pass was breached by Long Fei in one day. Do you think our Jiangyang has a strong Kui Pass and Guan Yu has more soldiers in the city?"
"Father!" Yan Zheng has looked down on his father since he was a child. He has always been so afraid to face problems. He doesn't know how Liu Zhang fell in love with him and made him a captain. Yan Zheng grabbed him Yan Yan's arm: "Father! How can you lead an army if you are so nervous about such a trivial matter? Liu Huangsun has given this Jiangyang to you, and you must hold it even if you die!"
"Death? You said we will die?" Yan Yan became even more excited, wishing that she could grow wings and fly away from this place immediately.
Yan Zheng really wanted to go up and slap him twice, but it was his own father who helped Yan Yan sit on the cushion: "Father, I am sure of this matter. You don't have to worry. If father listens to me, Jiang Yang will be embarrassed." No!"
"My son is sure of this? What should we do if we fall?" Yan Yan still didn't believe it: "I think it's better for us to leave! It's better to take the whole family and leave here!"
Xu Huang waited under the city for a long time, but did not see any movement in Jiangyang City. Hua Xiong was obviously impatient. Long Fei only gave them one day. If Jiangyang could not be captured before dark, military law would be engaged. The sun had already Sloping to the west, Jiangyang City seemed not to feel the danger, and the banner with the word "strict" was fluttering back and forth in the evening wind.
"What do you want to do if you don't fight or surrender?" Hua Xiong shouted angrily: "Yan Yan is a coward, if he can't get out, grandpa, I will attack the city!"
The messengers reported the news outside the city into the Yamen over and over again. Yan Yan and his son Yan Zheng were still in a dilemma about whether to resist. According to Yan Yan, as long as the whole family is fine, it would be best to surrender, and he would have to bear the infamy. Just leave it alone, he is already dying anyway. Yan Zheng encouraged Yan Yan to defend. The last time Liu Bei attacked Jiangyang, Yan Zheng had the same intention, but Yan Yan surrendered. If he surrenders again this time, the Yan family Yan Yan was completely embarrassed. Therefore, as the future head of the Yan family, he would never allow this to happen.
Yan Zheng spoke earnestly, but Yan Yan didn't seem to hear a word. "Come on! Help father go down to rest!" Yan Zheng was helpless. He waved his hand and several servants immediately rushed forward and hugged Yan Yan's arms. Yan Zheng was helpless.
Yan Yi was stunned: "You, what are you doing?"
The Yan family was originally a large family in Yizhou. Although Yan Yan's official position was not large, he had extremely rich profits in Yizhou. Naturally, land was not included. Various businesses almost occupied the entire city of Jiangyang. It can be said that as long as
If the Yan family has something to do and business is closed, the whole Jiangyang will immediately become deserted. Liu Bei's arrival did not shake the foundation of the Yan family, and Yan Zheng did not prevent Yan Yan from surrendering. But Long Fei was different. Long Fei would never let the Yan family return.
As usual.
Yan Yan pointed at his son: "You! You beast, what do you want to do?" Yan Yan tried hard to break away, but unfortunately the old man Li Xie was no match for these young men. No matter how Yan Yan jumped around, he could not escape from the servants.
Palm.
Yan Zhengjiang's face darkened: "Dad! I am doing this for your own good. Just rest at home and don't interfere with other things!"
The messenger rushed into the courtyard, hesitated a little when he saw this situation, knelt down and saluted General Yan Zheng: "The dragon army outside the city is preparing to attack. Please order the eldest son to defend the city!"
"Order all the soldiers and the people to go to the city. No Jingzhou people can be allowed in!" Yan Zheng could no longer take care of Yan Yan, pulled out his sword, and took the lead in rushing out of the house.
Xu Huang waited for a long time and said what he should say. Jiang Yang did not move at all, and Yan Yan did not come out to answer. In desperation, he had to order an attack on the city. The first was the covering fire of the archers, which had become the main goal of the Dragon Army before the war.
Necessary action. The dragon army's bows and arrows are well-made. They not only have a long range but also have strong penetrating power. When used at the beginning of the war, they can cause a lot of casualties to the opponent and can also create a sense of oppression in the opponent's heart.
Under the volley of thousands of arrows, there was a burst of crying for father and mother at the top of Jiangyang City. When have the soldiers who have been in peace for a long time seen such a powerful attack? No matter where you hide, no matter how well you hide, those soldiers
The arrows falling from the sky seem to have eyes and can definitely find you. The soldiers did not dare to stay at the top of the city for a long time. One person fled down the city, and the people behind him immediately followed.
When Yan Zheng arrived, the soldiers on the city were crowded at the stairs, running desperately down the city. Yan Zheng shouted loudly, raised his knife and chopped down the two soldiers passing by him to the ground, staring at him:
"Go back to me, anyone who dares to escape the battle will be killed without mercy!" The personal guards behind Yan Zheng and the servants brought from the Yan family lined up and blocked the stairs.
As the arrow rain extended, it became unsafe on the stairs, and the screams beside them once again aroused the passion of the soldiers to escape. Yan Zheng's army of governors had few soldiers to begin with, and it was difficult to stop the deserters from escaping. Although
They conscientiously implemented every word of strict government, but many soldiers still fled.
The Dragon Army came from the east and took the dry road. They were all cavalry. They were fast and in good health. However, the cavalry could not take advantage of it when it came to climbing the city. Xu Huang ordered the cavalry to dismount. The soldiers did not say anything and threw
He dismounted his horse and drew the saber from his waist. Xu Huang took the lead, Hua Xiong followed closely to protect the flanks, and Ma Zhong, the new captain of the Shesheng Battalion, followed behind, charging towards Jiangyang City step by step.
Note: Yan Zheng is a character in the novel "The Romance of the Three Kingdoms" written by Luo Guanzhong. He is a general of the Yellow Turban Army and a general of Zhang Bao. When he was fighting with the Han army in Yangcheng with Zhang Bao, he assassinated Zhang Bao due to the critical situation and took Zhang Bao's head with him.
Surrender to the Han army. Let him be Yan Yan's son here!