The 15th chapter, the destruction of Koguryeo, the capital of Pomaru
The army on the South Road passed through the dangerous terrain safely. According to the report from the horse scouts in front, the puppet Wang Zhao of Goguryeo indeed sent his brother Wang Wu to command 50,000 elite troops to guard the North Road. He himself only led the weak veterans to guard the South Road.
King Yan was overjoyed when he heard about it and said: "This is a God-given opportunity. As long as we defeat the defenders at the entrance of the valley in front, we will reach the Muti Plain when we leave the valley. The terrain is open and the power of Goguryeo will be over."
Just as he was about to arrange for the soldiers to attack, he saw a messenger coming to report: "Report, General Murong Ba, the forward general, has led his troops to repel the defenders."
There were many things going on in the king's tent. Envoys and soldiers came one after another. King Yan didn't pay attention at first. But when he heard the word "Murong Ba", he became very concerned.
"What, say it again." King Yan simply couldn't believe his ears.
"General Murong Ba has led his troops to repel the defenders. Now that the valley entrance is open, the king can send his army to Wandu City quickly. Exit"
"Soldiers are valuable and quick, and Ba'er is brave and unstoppable. My son is the first to defeat Wandu." King Yan was overjoyed and wanted to prepare his troops and horses to leave the valley entrance and go straight to Wandu City.
But I heard Xian Yuliang, the chief servant of Zuo, saying: "If you launch an army privately without asking for the king's orders, is it possible..."
The King of Yan was angry: "Being pedantic, the general will not accept the orders of the foreign king, and the opportunity to fight is fleeting. Ba'er has a brave strategy."
This Xian Yuliang was originally a surrendered general from Shi Zhao. The King of Yan liked his bravery, so in order to win his heart, his wife, Cui Ao's daughter, kept him serving in the army. Although he had been promoted to Zuo Changshi, he was still cautious in doing things. Now he was replaced by King Yan.
He said that he felt timid.
When they arrived at the wilderness below Wandu City, they saw that Wang Zhao had packed up his remaining troops and was preparing to retreat to the capital.
The vanguards Murong Ba and Murong Han moved forward together, pursuing in an urgent manner to prevent the Goguryeo soldiers from entering the city. Ba'er had already achieved the first success, and as the uncle of the king, Murong Han was not willing to lag behind. I saw the Yanshan horse under his crotch was as thick as a handle.
The white sharp arrows penetrated directly into the Goguryeo army. Murong Han led the front team into the enemy's formation, charging left and right. Murong Ba did not dare to fall behind, and a Wuzui horse charged in. The Yinshan Snow and Wuzui horses were one black and the other
White is like two evil spirits, and the enemy can't get close.
The Yan army in the front, under the leadership of the general, was unstoppable. Although the number was small, it was not inferior at all. The two armies were seen fighting in a melee, with horses neighing and the sound of swords clashing.
The forwards were already fighting, and King Murong Huang of Yan accelerated the march of the army, causing the Chinese army to advance quickly.
I don't know if he was provoked by King Yan's words just now, but I heard that Xian Yuliang said to the soldiers: "I owe you the kindness of the king's soldiers by taking prisoners, and I must repay it. Today is the day of my death!" He was alone with his trusted guards.
, several cavalry entered the Goguryeo formation and captured them.
Originally, the Goguryeo Army and the front line of the Yan Army were still able to maintain a stalemate, but now with the addition of these few cavalry, the situation suddenly tilted. The Goguryeo Army was originally a retreating army, and its fighting spirit was not strong. However, due to sudden changes, the morale of the army was confused, and the result was a huge defeat.
Seeing this situation, the Yan army had no distinction between the forward and the central army. The officers and soldiers, regardless of the fatigue of traveling all night, rushed forward one after another, hoping to gain a victory.
However, Han Shou, the commander of the left army, arrived on horseback and killed the Goguryeo generals Afo and Dujia in the rebellious army. At this point, the Goguryeo soldiers had no generals and no will to fight. They allowed the King of Goguryeo's soldiers to wave the king's flag and command, and there was no one left.
Following his orders, everyone fled in all directions.
I saw Wang Zhao, the King of Goguryeo, abandoning his confidants and riding alone to the north.
At this time, the city of Wandu had learned that its king had escaped, and it was now in chaos. The people, princes, and nobles were all running for their lives, and the army entered Wandu without any effort.
Before entering Wandu City, King Yan specially ordered Murong Ba and Murong Han to lead the way and enter Wandu City boldly to enjoy the glory of surrender. In addition, he ordered Qingchao General Mu Yuni to continue to pursue the remaining royal family of Goguryeo who had fled, in an effort to completely annihilate their clan.
Don't let it resurface.
At this time, King Yan, surrounded by all the soldiers, entered the royal city of Goguryeo and sat on his throne. All the soldiers were delighted and stood in two rows.
However, none of the three royal families, Murong Huang, Murong Han, and Murong Ba, looked happy.
Everyone already understood that this battle was a complete victory against this large army. After defeating the enemy and entering the capital, Goguryeo no longer had the strength to cause chaos in the eastern border of Yan. However, there has been no news about the Northern Army so far, and everyone couldn't help but worry.
"Father, I would like to lead a team to support you." Murong Ba saw no response from the ministers and said worriedly, "Wang Changshi is commendable for his loyalty and bravery. Only for this reason, our Yan army should go north to support them."
, do not let the warriors slaughter.”
"Ba'er, there are so many things about the military. Today in Goguryeo's Xinping, people's hearts are not attached to them. In addition, there are many enemies on the north road, and a small army will not be able to do anything. If there are many troops, there will be changes in the capital." King Yan was obviously not impressed by what he saw in front of him.
The victory has gone to the head, and now the sudden capture of Maruto City involves many things. It would be inappropriate to suddenly divide the troops.
"What King Yan said is true, Ba'er, your uncle knows your thoughts, but the situation is delicate now, so let's wait for the military report from the front." Murong Han was grateful to Wang Changshi, but the current situation could only wait.
"Report, the messenger is here to report." I saw a messenger flying out of the palace and dismounting, quickly delivering the military report.
"Quickly." Murong Han couldn't wait for the messenger to stop, so he went outside the palace to get it, turned around and presented it directly to King Yan.
"King Yan, can this be Wang Changshi's military report?" Murong Han asked anxiously.
I saw King Yan read it in a hurry, his brows gradually relaxed, and he said slowly: "The military report does not belong to Wang Changshi, but it is still a good thing." After King Yan read it, he passed it to the generals and said, "I have admired the Ni.
I have captured the Goguryeo Queen Mother and her wife, and all her mother's clan has been captured by me."
Han Shou stepped forward to congratulate them: "Goguryeo will surely be restrained by me if we capture these two people."
But I heard Xian Yuliang sigh: "If we capture the King of Goguryeo, it will be a complete victory."
King Yan was about to send an order for this messenger to carry a verbal message and let Mu Yuni pursue the remaining enemies. However, another messenger arrived. This person was covered in wounds, his hair was disheveled, he was bleeding profusely, his armor was broken, his horse was neighing, and he was using up his last bit of strength.
, rushed to the front of the palace.
"Northern...Northern Army urgent report." After saying this, the believer fell to the ground.
"Quickly, send the message to the military doctor." Murong Ba eagerly stepped forward to help the courier, and quickly called the sergeants on the left and right to tell the courier to return to camp and rest.
Murong Ba quickly took the military report and presented it to King Yan.
"Alas, the Northern Army is in danger." King Yan slapped his thigh fiercely, covered his head, and sighed.
Murong Han took the military report, read it without saying a word, and handed it to Murong Ba and other generals. He marched forward and said to King Yan: "Wang Yu is determined to die, and the whole army is marching north.
, arrayed against the water, bought time for our southern army, but unexpectedly Wang Wu heard that the capital city had fallen, and the whole army fought to the death, and even captured the territory that was close to Buyeo. King Buyeo had always had a rift with me, although he surrendered to me, but he saw
The defeated army retreated to the pontoon bridge on the river and closed the city gate tightly."
Murong Han knelt down and said sadly: "My pity for the soldiers of the Yan Kingdom, they are going to be driven to death by Wang Wu, the brother of the King of Goguryeo. Goguryeo will never forgive him." Murong Han held the golden sword in his hand tightly, as if it was about to break.
"My son is willing to go and swear to avenge this." Murong Ba stepped forward and said, "I am willing to lead the army to attack the partial army of King Wu of Goguryeo."
When King Yan was about to send an order, Han Shou said: "Your Majesty, the Lord cannot raise an army in anger, and a general cannot go to war out of anger. Move when it is beneficial, and stop when it is not." Han Shou went directly to the center of the court hall.
He stood and said, "Now that the capital city of Goguryeo Maru has been destroyed, the enemy has fled. Now the defeat of the Northern Army is a certainty. If we rush the army in a hurry, we may win and turn into defeat. I hope my king will think twice."
After all, Murong Huang and Murong Han were men who had experienced battles for a long time, and their anger gradually subsided. But when they saw Murong Ba, they were quite angry and said to King Yan: "I am willing to lead my troops to rescue without using the army."
"Stop!" King Yan said angrily, "You can't move without an order." King Yan's lips trembled.
"Father, the Northern Army is in danger." Murong Ba wanted to add another word.
"Left and right, get Murong Ba down for me." King Yan couldn't help but say, and after a long time he slowly sat on the throne.
Han Shou continued to say: "For the current plan, we must gather all the troops immediately and order all the troops to pursue the soldiers and return to the base camp quickly. It is appropriate to combine the troops into one prescription."
King Yan applauded and said: "Han Changshi thought about Zhou Xiang. The former king once said to Gu: 'I am lucky enough to live long enough to enter Jicheng City.' Now that Gu has lived long enough, I can only take this place of Goguryeo."
Han Shou paid his respects and said, "The king of Yan is too famous, and his subordinates are very frightened."
King Yan made up his mind and summoned: "Zhao Mu and Ni will return to Wandu quickly, and the rest will all return to their places." The message from Namu and Ni ordered them to rush back quickly.
"But there is something I want to ask you about." King Yan thought for a while and asked Han Shou, "Now it seems that the Northern Army will be defeated. Goguryeo cannot defend this place. I am afraid that the army will go and be occupied by Goguryeo again. How can I
If the hard work of our soldiers is not wasted, what can I do?"
Han Shou thought for a while and said, "The land of Goguryeo cannot be defended. Now its owner is dead and the people are scattered, lurking in the valley. Once the army has gone, it will gather again to collect the remaining ashes, which is still a danger."
Murong Han asked: "It's no big deal that we have a large army stationed there. I intend to put myself in danger to guard Goguryeo for my country, Yan."
King Yan thought deeply and said: "Brother Han's move is magnificent, but the affairs of the country are complicated now, and suddenly guarding a corner may be detrimental to the army. Let's hear what Han Changshi has planned."
Han Shou tightened his brows and said with gloomy eyes: "I am not as good as the general when it comes to marching and fighting, and the general is not as good as me when it comes to doing evil things."
"How do you say this?" King Yan asked curiously.
"Please carry his father's body, imprison his biological mother, and wait for her to return home, and then return, caressing her with kindness and trust, which is the best policy." Han Shou replied coldly.
"Destroying a father's body is inappropriate according to common sense. However, in today's troubled times, the rules and regulations of etiquette should be used if they are consistent, and if they are not, they should be discarded. Moreover, Goguryeo was originally a barbarian, so there is no need to take it into consideration." Xian Yuliang, who was in the hall, replied, although he
He was a surrendered general of the State of Zhao, but Xianyu was originally a Xiongnu surname and did not have much royal status.
"King Yan, our army of the Yan State has always been famous for relieving the people from hanging, punishing evil and promoting good. Now that we are destroying the city and killing corpses, we may be in serious trouble." Murong Han stepped forward and knelt down and said.
"Brother Wang, this is a woman's benevolence. Now our army is alone in Goguryeo, and its northern route has not been leveled. Our soldiers of the Yan Kingdom have been fighting for years and have shed all their blood. If we do not permanently eliminate future troubles, I will pretend to be the master of Yan."
Murong Huang became angry and said, "Send me a military order." King Yan stood up, "dig up the tomb of Wang Zhao's father Yi Fuli and carry his father's body." He paused and then said, "Collect all the treasures in his treasury and capture all the men and women.
Burn his palace and destroy his capital city. After all the soldiers, there is no capital city after Gu!"
Han Shou stepped forward and said more respectfully: "The move of King Yan is indeed the right one. Shi Zhao intends to plot against our country, and Goguryeo has always been connected with it. Previously, Zhao State transported three million dendrobium to attack our Yan State.
.The siege of Xiangping, the crisis in Liaodong, Murong Ren's rebellion, and Goguryeo were all the culprits. Those who carried Yan behind were like Tong Shou, and Guo Chong and his like were still in Goguryeo. Now that the capital is destroyed, the city is dug up, and the corpses are dug up and whipped, it will definitely make them frightened.
Worry." He turned to Murong Han and cupped his hands and said, "The general is kind-hearted and impeccable. Now our army has defeated its capital, and the only one Goguryeo relies on is the city of Wandu. If all its cities are destroyed, this Rongdi
If we have nothing to hold on to, we will surrender with our hands tied."
King Yan praised him for being good.
All generals took orders.
"Uncle Wang, Uncle Wang, please get up. Ba'er will help you." Murong Han knelt for a long time. After the generals dispersed, Murong Ba came up, helped Uncle Wang get up, and returned to the military camp.
The southern army finally withdrew from Wandu City, leaving behind a charred and battered ruined city. The surrounding walls were broken and dilapidated. The city walls collapsed, with rubble and broken bricks. The palace of the King of Goguryeo was imprinted on it.
Amidst the raging fire, there was no complete residence in the whole city. All Goguryeo's treasuries were emptied, and the treasures accumulated over the years were now shipped to Yandu as trophies. The fifty thousand people in Wandu City
None of the people were spared, and they were all escorted by the army to the border city of Yan State to increase the population. The rivers outside the city were filled up, and the only companions in the city were wild foxes and jackals.
What is even worse is that in the surrounding family tombs of the King of Goguryeo, all were slaughtered, their jewels were dug up, the bones were exposed in the wild, crows were crowing, wild dogs were infested, and the corpses were bitten on the backs. The body of the father of the King of Goguryeo was transported in broken carts and horses.
Before the Yan army left Goguryeo, they already knew that all the soldiers of the Northern Army had been buried and the enemy had killed them all. The water in the river had changed color. Poor Wang Yu was captured by the enemy and tortured. He was cut into pieces by five horses and passed on to the ninth army. The Yan Kingdom
The army all shed tears when they heard this. Many of their fathers were in the Northern Army formation. In addition, the King of Goguryeo was not captured this time. The soldiers were resentful. Killings and surrenders occurred frequently. Even though they were hundreds of miles away, the generals were already filled with resentment.
The butcher's knife finally struck the Goguryeo royal family. No matter whether they were noble princesses or proud princes, they were all killed. Only the biological mother and wife of the Goguryeo King were spared because they were protected by King Yan and served as hostages.
There is a saying: The emperor's wrath will kill millions of people and bleed for thousands of miles.
