Especially among the hurriedly retreating army, there is still a chance to catch them.
Xiang Yang immediately ordered the entire army to dispatch, pursue with all their strength, and divide and surround as many enemies as possible.
When he rushed into Minzhou City, he looked at the supplies left behind by the Ming army and became even more convinced of his idea.
He immediately ordered the troops who had chased him to the banks of the Minjiang River to build a temporary bridge and collect civilian boats for the entire army to cross the river.
The army was so powerful that in three days, it almost recaptured the entire territory of Minzhou, and its troops were directed towards Tanzhou, which had been occupied by the Ming army for a long time.
Xiang Yang was dressed in military uniform, sitting on a tall horse and he was in high spirits. He hadn't felt this way in many days.
Ever since he faced the Ming army, he has been defeated and suffered losses.
They retreated all the way from Yanzhou to Yunzhou, from Yunzhou to Zhongzhou, and now they are hiding in Dayan. They still don't want to let him go and want to send troops to attack.
Now, things have finally changed, and it's time to feel proud.
Looking at Tanzhou in front of him, Xiang Yang ordered his subordinates: "Everyone, pay attention. The forward army will set off first, pursue the enemy along the way, and closely detect whether there is an ambush."
"The army is moving forward lightly, and we must eliminate as many of the Ming army's effective forces as possible."
"Yes! Young Master!" The deputy general next to him agreed, and then asked: "Young Master, if this is the case, I'm afraid it goes too deep."
"If we travel lightly, we won't be able to carry much food and grass."
Xiang Yang nodded: "Yes, but the enemy army retreated this time. We really can't consolidate the heavy train and move forward together, otherwise we won't be able to catch up."
"Let's do this. Order the rear army to send out 10,000 people to protect the baggage train and tell them to march as fast as possible and try to catch up with the army."
"Yes! Young Master!" the deputy general agreed and turned around to make arrangements.
Xiang Yang took the lead, leading the main force to follow the vanguard and headed straight for Tanzhou.
At this time, Xiang Tianxing on the Western Front also made the same arrangement.
When he chased into Lizhou City, he saw a large amount of materials abandoned by the Ming army, which confirmed his thoughts. Zhongzhou must be in danger, so they retreated in such a hurry.
He immediately ordered his troops to pursue them with all their strength, but because he had suffered many losses from the Ming army, Xiang Tianxing was more cautious than Xiang Yang.
While the forward troops were ordered to pursue with all their strength, the main force followed at a distance. If there was an ambush, they could retreat as quickly as possible and take care of each other.
On the southwestern front, Xiang Jun entered the stage of comprehensive counterattack.
Su Rile lowered his scimitar and stood on the Tanzhou City, listening to the scout's answer: "Report to the commander-in-chief that Xiang Jun's vanguard force of 30,000 people is approaching Fulong Ridge."
"Its main force, about 100,000 people, is following closely behind. It seems that it intends to take over our Tanzhou in one fell swoop."
Hearing this, Su Rile smiled and said, "Did our enemy-baiting troops act as instructed?"
"Commander, there are enemy troops in our army abandoning battle flags, baggage, weapons, etc. along the way, pretending to be defeated."
"Very good!" Su Rile nodded: "Prime Minister Ye's brain is very good. He can do all the tricks, and he is not afraid that Xiang Yang will not take the bait."
Immediately ordered: "In that case, then act according to Prime Minister Ye's plan!"
"Order the Fulongling troops to let go of the enemy's vanguard, attack the main force of the enemy's central army with all their strength, and at the same time block the possible retreat of the enemy's vanguard."
"Order the main force to encircle and suppress the enemy's vanguard with all your strength. Be sure to take it all in one bite. Then, fully support the Fulongling ambush and be ready to pursue the enemy and defeat the main force at any time."
"Order the Navy to blockade the Minjiang River again and destroy all the enemy's ferries and trestles. The troops who boarded the ships earlier will cooperate with the Marine Corps to stop and repel the enemy with all their strength."
"The cavalry is dispatched to support the Minjiang River as quickly as possible. We must fight and annihilate the enemy's southern army!"
"Yes!" the scout agreed, turned around and walked away.
A huge net gradually opened over Tanzhou City, like a huge monster, opening its bloody mouth, waiting for the reckless prey to walk in on its own.
At this time, Xiang Yang, who was still confused, was sitting on his horse, urging the team loudly: "Go ahead at full speed and try to reach the gate of Tanzhou City before sunset."
"The first one to invade Tanzhou will be rewarded with a thousand gold coins and be granted the title of a thousand households. If he captures the enemy general, he will be rewarded with a thousand gold coins and be granted the title of a marquis of ten thousand households!"
"Brothers, charge...!" It is said that a brave man must be rewarded. Such a generous reward immediately made the pursuing troops go crazy.
There seemed to be endless strength under his feet, and his marching speed instantly accelerated several times.
Of course, Xiang Yang, as the commander-in-chief, was still very cautious as he rushed back to the front, constantly asking about the location of the leading troops and asking them if they had discovered any ambush.
Until they approached Fulong Ridge, the leading troops did not issue any warning.
But remembering the ambushes in Yanzhou and Linchuan last time, Xiang Yang was still a little alert and couldn't help but wave his hand to stop the troops.
"What's wrong, young master?" The deputy general next to him asked in confusion: "After passing Fulong Ridge, Tanzhou City is not far ahead. Why did you stop, young master?"
Xiang Yang shook his head: "Of course I know, but the mountains on both sides of Fulong Ridge are steep and there may be an ambush."
"Ambush?" When the deputy generals and soldiers around him heard this, they immediately looked at each other, thinking that it might be because the young master had been ambushed several times before, and some of the grass and trees had been ambushed.
The deputy general stepped forward, smiled, and comforted him: "Young Master, the enemy is retreating, so there is no time to set up an ambush."
"Look at the various materials discarded along the way, as well as battle flags, etc... It shows that the enemy is already exhausted."
"Moreover... our vanguard has already passed Fulong Ridge and has not been attacked. Young Master, you are worried..."
Hearing this, Xiang Yang still hesitated a little, and sighed slightly: "How could I not know... As much as I know the enemy, I'm afraid it won't be that simple at this time."
Just as he was hesitating, a probing horse suddenly appeared in front of him, heading towards Xiang Yang at high speed.
In just a moment, he arrived in front of everyone, raised his hands and said loudly: "Reporting to the young master, our vanguard army has approached the Tanzhou City and encountered resistance."
After saying that, he turned around and ran away quickly.
As soon as this news came, everyone couldn't sit still. After all, this power was so tempting and everyone wanted to get it.
Moreover, after fighting for such a long time, everyone was holding back their energy. Seeing the enemy retreating was the time to beat the drowned dog, how could we let them run away?
Seeing that Xiang Yang was still hesitating, all the soldiers and lieutenants suddenly became anxious and urged: "Young master, don't hesitate any longer...the opportunity to fight is fleeting!"
"Yes, young master, this is the time to attack the enemy. As long as we capture Tanzhou, we might be able to seize Yuzhou!"
"Young master, please don't hesitate any longer, or you will ruin your master's plan!"
The urging and admonishment from people around him finally made Xiang Yang's restless heart completely make up his mind.