Zhang Yi sent Marshal Xiao Han to chase Niu Ben, Shi Gandang and Aser, and take charge of the frontline command and establish positions in appropriate places.
Xiao Han led the artillery regiment and 50,000 new troops equipped with new guns, quickly left Anqing City and headed east.
Zhang Yi looked at Xiao Han's figure, his eyes full of affection.
This brother has always been calm, and his grasp of fighter planes is extremely accurate. If he doesn't take action, he will kill the enemy if he does.
The instinct of an assassin is deeply rooted in the heart of the new marshal. Whether it is a personal fight or a large army battle, Xiao Han is extremely fierce.
"You can rest assured that Marshal Xiao is here to support you," Xiao Liu chuckled and asked, "Brother Yi, are we going to spend the night in Anqing?"
"Yes, Liu'er, we have to wait for the arrival of the Chinese fleet in Anqing."
Zhang Yi said, looking at the rolling water of the Yangtze River, his heart was full of expectations, hoping to see that steel fleet as soon as possible.
There are only ten ships, but they are Zhang Yi's trump card that can turn the world around.
Without the participation of the Chinese fleet, this war cannot be won.
"Okay, then let's wait for the Chinese fleet in Anqing and confirm the battle plan with them." Xiao Liu said with a smile.
After that, Xiao Liu led the Detachment of Women to take care of the wounded.
"Princess Liu can serve as an army of 100,000 soldiers!" Chen Yiyi said with a smile.
"Brother Chen, what do you say?" Zhang Yi asked.
"Princess Liu is brave and optimistic. Wherever she appears, there will be no soldiers who do not work hard." Chen Yiyi clapped his hands and praised.
"It's true. Princess Liu is a flag of our army. Her motivational effect is second only to Yi Ge, and a hundred times stronger than us." Xiaolong laughed.
"Xiaolong, you should say this to Liu'er's face. She will jump up with joy." Zhang Yi patted Xiaolong on the shoulder and said.
"Then Brother Lao Yi will convey it." Xiaolong nodded.
The three of them laughed.
Real people don't tell lies. Xiaolong is not flattering Xiaoliu, he speaks from his heart.
A petite and beautiful princess sacrificed her life and stood in the most dangerous battlefield. The bloody nature of men was naturally aroused, which had a great inspiring effect.
It just made Zhang Yi worry more, but he couldn't stop Xiao Liu. This Chang'an hero had the same firm will as his father Liu Kai.
The three returned to the headquarters, looked at the map by candlelight, and discussed the battle plan.
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The next morning, a cannon shot was heard from the west.
Zhang Yi, Xiao Liu, Xiao Long and Chen quickly left the headquarters and ran to the tower.
There was thick fog on the river, making it difficult to see the distance.
But Zhang Yi can be sure that the Chinese fleet is approaching at a rapid speed.
"Set off fireworks!" Zhang Yi quickly ordered.
Bang - shoo - smack!
Amidst the roar, fire dragons shot straight into the sky, and colorful fireworks penetrated the clouds and mist.
Fireworks have become a unique communication method for our army, and no one else can set them off.
Soon, a loud military bugle sounded in the distance.
The familiar melody made Xiaoliu shed tears. It was a bugle sound unique to old China. It was one of dozens of bugles determined by his father personally, which meant that friendly forces were coming to help in the battle.
Exciting times are coming.
Everyone has only seen the steel battleship planned on the drawings, but does not know what it will actually look like, so they are all full of expectations.
Xiaoliu trembled nervously. Of course she knew that without a powerful fleet, this battle would be difficult to win.
Yi Ge said, whoever controls the ocean can control the world.
Seeing the six-nation coalition dominating the oceans, are our warships as powerful as planned? Can they defeat the enemy fleet in actual combat?
Thinking of these, how can you not be nervous?
Zhang Yi held Xiaoliu in his arms. At this moment, his heartbeat almost stopped, and he stared motionless at the river.
Our soldiers were silent, waiting anxiously.
Suddenly, everyone heard the roar of the steam engine, and the Chinese warship was getting closer and closer.
The strong and surging sound of machine power broke the tranquility of the wasteland world. It was the first time for many people to hear this sound, which was more shocking than the sound of thousands of horses galloping.
Wow!
Several holes seemed to be cut in the river, and three dark steel battleships rushed out of the clouds and mist, moving forward side by side.
The behemoth made of steel brings a great sense of oppression to people, and its power is simply irresistible.
Fortunately, the soldiers all knew that this was our warship, otherwise they would have been extremely panicked.
Xiaolong raised the bright yellow regimental dragon flag, which was the commander-in-chief flag of his sworn brother, and waved it vigorously.
"Long live my sworn brother, charge with blood!"
Blood-heated slogans came from the battleship.
When the sailors saw the commander's flag, they knew that Yi Ge was waiting for them here. They were all ecstatic, waving and jumping on the battleship.
"Okay, okay," Zhang Yi's heart was relieved at this moment, and he laughed boldly, "Our navy should be riding the waves and charging!"
"Hahaha, long live my sworn brother, ride the waves and charge!" Xiaoliu cheered.
Since then, "Ride the waves and charge" has become the unique slogan of the navy.
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Ten mighty and invincible warships are moored on the riverside.
Tens of thousands of soldiers from our army came to watch, and everyone was extremely excited.
Standing in front of the steel battleship, a person looks fragile and small.
The appearance of the 500-ton warship is not very large, and it is not even comparable to many wooden warships of the enemy, but the level of sturdiness is not the same.
Each battleship is equipped with 4 steam engines and 8 88mm guns.
The powerful power, amazing firepower and thick armor allow our warships to rush into the enemy fleet without any scruples and kill everyone!
Like a tiger rushing into a flock of sheep.
Generals Zhang Yi, Xiao Liu, Xiao Long and Chen Yiyi boarded the ship to visit with great interest.
The fleet commander's name is Zhang Zhiyuan, a native of Chang'an, the most outstanding rising star of the old Zhang family in the northwest, who is excellent in both literature, Taoism and military strategy.
Although he was only 21 years old, he had made great achievements in the Battle of Chang'an and was the top student in the military academy. Zhang Yi appointed Zhang Zhiyuan as the commander of the Chinese Fleet.
No special care was given to him just because he was a member of the Zhang family.
Zhang Zhiyuan lived up to Zhang Yi's expectations. He switched from the army to the navy, studied all the naval books he could find, and became a rising star.
"Salute to the commander-in-chief! Salute to the princess! Salute to Commander Long! Salute to General Chen!"
Zhang Zhiyuan, wearing a new navy combat uniform, led several thousand sailors to salute Zhang Yi and others, with their postures upright and their spirits high.
Zhang Yi and others looked at this group of energetic young sailors with smiles on their faces.
"Zhiyuan, are you not seasick?"
When Xiao Liu walked past Zhang Zhiyuan, he asked curiously.
"We are not seasick, Your Majesty the Princess!" Zhang Zhiyuan replied seriously, "We obey the commander's orders. It is our mission to gallop on the vast ocean. We can withstand the test of strong winds and waves. We are the navy of New China!
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Hahaha, Zhang Yi laughed heartily and patted Zhang Zhiyuan on the shoulder, a kid can be taught!