The army left the city and immediately attracted the attention of the Japanese pirates.
They were in small groups, squatting in fields, woods and nearby villages. When they saw the army coming out, they were so frightened that they got on their horses and ran away.
It wasn't until they saw the flags and military uniforms clearly and confirmed that this was a Korean regiment that they stopped panicking and observed from a distance.
Japanese pirates have always looked down upon Koreans.
During this time, the Koreans not only fled one after another, but also caused damage to various Japanese pirate strongholds, making the Japanese pirates gnash their teeth with anger and wish they could kill them all.
Now, they are leaving the city in a big way, without artillery and without the Chinese army. What do they want to do?
It seemed that they were in a relaxed state, walking around and looking around. They didn't look like they were fighting, but more like they were out touring the mountains and rivers.
But the Japanese pirates did not act rashly, and they passed the news to Satsuma Kuroda.
At this time, Kuroda Satsuma was stationed at Ahu Feiling, southeast of Ryugyong. This mountain range spans the peninsula, and together with the defense line constructed by the western plains, it can prevent the Chinese army from moving south.
Of course, this is wishful thinking on the part of the Japanese pirates.
The Chinese army has artillery, and this new type of weapon is frightening.
Fortunately, the quantity is limited and it is impossible to use it on a large scale.
Therefore, Kuroda Satsuma believes that it is still possible for him to defeat the Chinese army.
In addition to the Ahufeiling defense line, Satsuma Kuroda established the Myohyang Mountain defense line in the north of Ryugyong, which also extended from the mountainous area to the western bay, cutting off the Chinese army's retreat.
The base camp of the northern defense line is located in Pingcheng, more than 100 kilometers away from Liujing.
"What, a 30,000-strong army marching towards Pingcheng?"
After receiving the news, Kuroda Satsuma couldn't believe his ears. If it were the Chinese army, he would immediately organize a large army to attack, but a 30,000-strong army was not worth mobilizing the defenders on the southern defense line.
"Keep watching!"
Satsuma Kuroda sat cross-legged on Noda's straw mat, looking at the military map spread on the ground, judging the strategic intentions of this stick army, and analyzing it.
"There are two possibilities. One possibility is that they want to lure us, draw our main force near Liujing, and use the ambushed artillery troops to attack us. The second possibility is that they want to go to war with us after taking refuge in Zhang Yi.
To win Zhang Yi’s trust.”
A group of Japanese pirate generals were sitting around on their knees, holding samurai swords in their hands, listening attentively.
"Your Majesty, Marshal," General Saburo Ishii said, "Cowardice, cunning and capriciousness are the three characteristics of the Bangzi Army. The general believes that they lied in front of Zhang Yi and now have to risk leaving the city. The second possibility
If they are more powerful, we can take the opportunity to kill them."
"As the marshal said, observe first and don't rush to take action," General Nakamura Shaoxiong said. "If the Stick Army only operates near Ryugyong, it is possible to lure our main force. If they advance all the way to the vicinity of Pingcheng,
If there is no backup, then please ask General Yoshikawa Juichi stationed in Pingcheng to send troops to annihilate these guys."
"General Nakamura's idea is more comprehensive," Kuroda Satsuma stroked his beard and nodded. "Send the order to General Yoshikawa. Stay still and wait for the stick army to approach and make sure there is no ambush. Then annihilate the stick army in one fell swoop!"
"yes!"
…
Zhang Yi believes that kiting tactics will definitely work.
The Japanese scouts were wandering around the legion, and there was no sign of dispatching troops to fight for the time being. This showed that they were worried that this was a force responsible for luring.
At the same time, Zhang Yi received a report from the detective horse that there was no movement from the enemies at the Ahu Feiling defense line in the south. They believed that this Korean regiment was not worth their effort.
"Changzhi, we have to show a relaxed look and continue to march towards Pingcheng," Zhang Yi said. "As long as we stay away from Liujing, the Japanese pirates will completely let down their guard and attack in a big way."
"Follow the order, Yi Ge." Li Changzhi accepted the order.
He passed the order, and the Korean soldiers marched and sang at the same time. Everyone pretended to be traveling around, and the formation became even more chaotic.
After walking for dozens of kilometers, the team stopped. Some went hunting in the mountains, others went to catch fish in the river, and camped on the plains for the night.
This night is the most dangerous.
Zhang Yi and others were ready to fight at any time, but no enemies came to attack at night, so the Japanese pirates were very cautious.
Early the next morning, after eating and drinking, Li Changzhi led 5,000 troops straight to Pingcheng and carried out kite tactics. Zhang Yi led the main force and continued on his way slowly.
The Japanese pirates finally took action.
They determined that this was a lone army and that there were no artillery.
General Yoshikawa Juichi, who was stationed in Pingcheng, assembled an army of 50,000 men. He believed that these troops were enough to annihilate the Bangzi Army.
When he was still more than 20 kilometers away from Pingcheng, Li Changzhi saw dust rising in front of him and tens of thousands of Japanese pirates galloping towards him with murderous intent.
OK, I finally took the bait.
Li Changzhi ordered the entire army to retreat and join the main force.
General Yoshikawa Touichi personally led the team. When he saw the Bangzi army retreating, he became anxious and refused to let go of this opportunity to kill the enemy. The Japanese pirates needed a victory to motivate themselves.
Li Changzhi's men and horses ran as hard as they could, while the Japanese pirates chased after them, running continuously for more than ten kilometers. Li Changzhi was the last one to run. Seeing the Japanese pirates catching up, Li Changzhi turned around and shot with his bow and arrow. He was an expert archer and killed more than a dozen people in succession.
people.
The Japanese pirates were completely angered.
"Isn't that Li Changzhi?" Yoshikawa Juichi said in surprise.
"It's him, General Yoshikawa. After he was defeated by us in the southern part of the peninsula, he went into hiding. Unexpectedly, he showed up and defected to Zhang Yi!" one of the generals replied.
"Damn bastard, chase him and kill him!" Yoshikawa Juichi said angrily.
"yes!"
The Japanese pirates blew the charge horn. The horn was a kind of conch in the sea. The sound was dull, like the roar of a monster.
They held high spears of various shapes, including Kikuchi Spear, Jumonmon Spear, Bishamon Spear, Chidori Spear, Alisaria Spear, etc. Extremely sharp katana swords were rare and could only be equipped by high-ranking samurai.
This is a strange and cruel army with extremely powerful combat effectiveness.
It's very dangerous. We are about to catch up.
At the critical moment, Zhang Yi's main force rushed over.
Li Changzhi gave an order, and the five thousand men and horses responsible for luring the enemy dispersed to both sides. This team exhausted their energy while running and was no longer able to fight anymore.
The same goes for Japanese pirates.
They were too arrogant and arrogant. They always wanted to kill the stick soldiers to vent their anger, and their long-distance attacks also consumed a lot of their physical strength.
However, Zhang Yi waited for his work, and the soldiers were all active and vigorous.
"The Japanese pirates are finally here, brothers, kill them without leaving a single piece of armor behind!"
Zhang Yi pulled out the Chinese Dragon Bird Sword and rushed forward like an arrow.
The Mopan City Iron Army, Royal Forest Army and Wolf Cavalry followed closely behind, calling for an offensive.