Nuo Hebo looked at the clear sky and felt that destiny was in his hands and his ambition would be rewarded. However, the fortress built by the Tang army at the mouth of Dadou Bago Valley made him extremely cautious.
After all, why waste manpower and material resources to build such a fortress?
Moreover, according to the scouts' reports, the construction of this fortress was started only after Yue Guo Gongfangjun led the Youtun Guards to Hexi. In just ten months, such a fortress rose from the ground, and its construction speed was actually as fast as Nuohebo.
He had only seen it in his life, and it had to frighten him.
The people of the Tang Dynasty were truly the best in the world in terms of civil engineering or other aspects. In comparison, Tuyuhun only knew how to herd cattle and fight, so he was despised by the people of the Tang Dynasty as a "barbarian".
After all, the barbarians in the grasslands have been replaced one after another, but the Han people in the Central Plains have always firmly occupied the most fertile and prosperous land in the world. Even the Quanrong, Xiongnu, Turks and other tribes that were the most prosperous in the world have not been able to truly control them.
This is evident from the Han conquest.
No matter how fast the horse is and how sharp the sword is, it still lacks cultural heritage. As a result, once it encounters a setback or disaster, the entire family will be annihilated and the inheritance will be interrupted...
Therefore, barbarians must be self-aware, and don’t dream of separatizing the Central Plains, drinking from the Yangtze River, and even tigers take a nap. They can seize the opportunity of the Han people to take a nap, raise troops to seize the enemy, and then attack COSCO to escape thousands of miles away.
That's a wise move.
Invading the Central Plains and ruling the Han people?
That is absolutely impossible. Even if you can succeed for a while while taking advantage of the weakness of the Han people, you will eventually be expelled by the Han people, and you will definitely suffer an extremely cruel backlash.
Nuohebo called his son Fuzhong to the front and ordered: "Immediately lead 20,000 horses as the vanguard, rush out of the valley, and test the strength of the Tang army's fortress. If you can fight, you should break through its obstruction with one go. If you can't fight, then
Don’t let the battle linger. Return immediately. Let’s retreat along the same route and make other plans again.”
He calculated that the entire Tang Dynasty was marching eastward, and the troops in Guanzhong were too empty to support the counties in Hexi, so he launched the war at this time, intending to sharpen his sword against the world's most powerful country, boost his own prestige, and secure his position as Khan.
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But this does not mean that he will insist on his own way. He will not carelessly charge and fight, killing one thousand enemies and damaging eight hundred to himself. He will not do it.
I can't allow him to do it.
Nowadays, although Tuyuhun internal forces have gathered together to launch a war against the Tang Dynasty, as long as the war situation goes slightly wrong, the tribal leaders who disobey their own rule will immediately leave the battlefield or even fight back.
The entire battle situation must be firmly in his hands, and no surprises can be accepted.
Therefore, facing the fortress built by the Tang Army at Badou Bagugukou, before knowing the situation, he would rather choose to endure for a while, which would dampen the spirit of his army, rather than encounter any accidents.
Fuzhong was in his prime of life. He was overjoyed when he heard this. He patted his chest and said, "Father, don't worry. I will definitely lead 20,000 tiger warriors into the hinterland of Hexi!"
Being a pioneer is the highest praise and affirmation for any soldier. The Tuyuhun people are warlike by nature, and anyone who can serve as a pioneer is recognized as a warrior in the clan. Why wouldn't Fuzhong like it?
Nuo Hebo frowned and warned: "Don't be reckless. If you can fight, fight. If you can't, retreat. Return to Qinghai Lake and make other plans. Do you understand?"
"no problem!"
Fuzhong just ignored it.
The Tuyuhun people grew up on horses, and they were skilled in bow and horse and had a warlike personality. Once they rode on horseback and charged, they were not even afraid of the Turks who were rampaging in Mobei, let alone the more than 20,000 Tang army infantry?
I must be able to grasp this battle well. As long as I win, I will be the number one warrior of the younger generation in Tuyuhun!
Although Nuo Hebo felt that his son was a little irritable and underestimated the enemy, he was just cautious. He did not really think that the Tang army was great, so he gave a few more instructions and said: "Go, as a general,
When you have a clear understanding of fighter opportunities, bravery is important, but when you have to retreat, you have to retreat, so that you can still become a famous general!"
"Here! Don't worry, father, just wait for the good news about your child!"
Fuzhong was very excited, clasped his fists to say goodbye to his father, and immediately led an army of 20,000 people to attack the mouth of Dadou Valley Valley.
Nuohebo ordered the entire army to temporarily stop advancing and make fires and cook meals on the spot. At the same time, he sent out scouts to keep an eye on the Tang army's movements. If Fuzhong broke through the Tang army's blockade like a broken bamboo, he would immediately lead a large army to follow, and the counties in Hexi
The land is at your fingertips. If Fuzhong encounters obstacles and cannot advance even an inch, he will immediately lead his army to retreat back to Qinghai Lake and make other plans.
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For the first time, Fuzhong served as the commander-in-chief, and he had more than 20,000 soldiers under his command. This was a power that no tribal leader in Tuyuhun had ever mastered. How could he not be inexplicably excited and brimming with enthusiasm? I just felt that this battle was simply fought for him.
As long as he breaks through the blockade of the Tang army at the mouth of the valley, he will be known as "the invader of the Tang Dynasty". From then on, the descendants of Tuyuhun will record his great achievements...
Immediately he led 20,000 cavalrymen and charged towards the entrance of Dadou Valley.
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"Report!"
The scout almost crawled into the camp and knelt on one knee in front of Fang Jun. The dust on his face was turned into mud by sweat. He panted and said: "Nuo Hebo still sends his son Fuzhong as the vanguard.
He led 20,000 cavalry and came straight to the mouth of the valley, which is more than ten miles away from here!"
Fang Jun, who was sitting behind the desk, looked calm and nodded slightly.
In this battle, he had comprehensively evaluated the strengths and weaknesses of both sides, and made arrangements to meet them, and put in a lot of effort. At this moment, the entire army was already in place, just waiting for the Tuyuhun people to attack with great vigor.
After a great battle, I felt less nervous.
Everything that needs to be done is done, and the rest is left to everyone to settle down with their destiny.
No one has a perfect plan, and no one can always be victorious. The battlefield is always full of uncertain chances. Who will win in the end? All we can do is wait for the moment when the war ends...
The scouts retreated, Fang Jun looked around the generals in the tent, and finally focused his eyes on Yuchi Baohuan's face, and said solemnly: "In this battle, the Youtun Guards will risk their lives and survive, using their flesh and blood to resist tens of thousands of Tuyuhun's cavalry.
Charge! As for the rear formation of the whole army, it is entrusted to General Yuchi. I wonder if the general can hold the army's rear formation securely and protect the people of the Hexi counties from being slaughtered by the barbarians' scimitars, and the territory of the Tang Dynasty from being trampled by the iron hooves of the Tartars.
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Yuchi Baohuan was also a man. He patted his chest and said loudly: "Commander, don't worry. If the enemy chief wants to break into Hexi, he can only step over the corpse of the last general!"
He had received Fang Jun's order. Although he was complaining in his heart, he also knew that Fang Jun was not targeting him. Instead, he was able to choose him from among the generals of the counties in Hexi to carry out such an arduous task. He obviously thought highly of him.
One glance.
As a soldier, at this time when the country is in crisis, why don't we just fight bravely to be the first?
Just one death!
Fang Jun shook his head, looked at the impassioned Yuchi Baohuan, and said word by word: "I don't care whether you die or not. As a soldier, it is your bounden duty to protect your family and country, and dying for this is a worthy death. However, even if
Even if you die on the battlefield, you must also ensure that the army does not lose its position! Otherwise, it will be your dereliction of duty. Even if you die, I will still punish you for losing your position!"
Yuchi Baohuan felt awe-struck in his heart, and he also understood that Fang Jun was really fighting for death. He gritted his teeth immediately and said: "The general has received the order! Even if he is dead, he must bite the enemy to the death and prevent him from getting around the army."
The rear formation will shake the army's formation!"
"That's right!"
Fang Jun responded, then looked at Yuchi Baohuan and said: "Don't blame me for being cold and harsh. The current situation is like this. What can I do? But I promise you that as long as you win this battle, it will be all because of me."
I will personally ask your Majesty to give you the title of County Marquis. If your Majesty refuses, even if I kneel down and beg, I will definitely ask for your majesty's approval and will never break my promise!"
If you want a horse to run, you have to feed it.
It is said that there must be brave men under heavy rewards. This has never been the case throughout the ages. Don't shout slogans all day long. If you want people to fight with their heads, then you have to give corresponding rewards. Only rewards can make people feel that even if they are
It's worth risking your life in exchange for it, so that you can fight to the death regardless of death.
Yuchi Baohuan is not his "idiot brother" Yuchi Baolin. Although Fang Jun said harshly, he knew that even if he died in the battle, as long as the battle was finally won, Fang Jun would definitely ask him for a founding county marquis.
of title.
Fang Jun's reputation is mixed, but there is only one thing that everyone in the world recognizes, and that is that he treats his subordinates extremely well.
If you fight to the death for him, you should be recognized and favored by him.
"Report!"
"The enemy has reached eight miles from the mouth of the valley."
Another scout quickly ran into the tent from outside. He knelt down on one knee and loudly reported, regardless of the sweat on his face.
Following the battle report, a strong atmosphere of war instantly filled the tent. Fang Jun stood up, held the knife in his hand, and said loudly: "Get ready for war!"