Chapter 525: Troublesome situation, problem solving
"What exactly happened?"
Shen Tang looked at the soldier who had just arrived in front of him, and asked in a solemn voice.
This time, Xin Qiji was the main general who went to encircle and suppress the Tubo people.
After all, as the head coach, Shen Tang cannot do everything himself.
Xin Qiji was brave and resourceful, and the soldiers assigned to him were better than those of the Tubo side. Even if there were some accidents, they would definitely be under his control.
However, how could there be damage before the battle started?
Moreover, it still injured more than a thousand people.
"Commander, General Xin led us to the hiding place of the Tibetan people. Before the army arrived, General Xin had already sent scouts to explore the surrounding situation, and found nothing unusual.
However, when the army arrived and surrounded the Tibetan people, many people seemed to be poisoned. Some of the injuries were minor, with itching on the body, and more serious ones caused pain. Some people were unable to resist. Direct death.
Now, General Xin first ordered the army to stop and did not advance rashly..."
Listening to this man's story, Shen Tang's expression changed. There were many dangers in this barren mountain that were difficult to guard against.
Some poisonous insects and ferocious beasts can easily kill people.
However, if this is all, it is almost impossible to stop an army of tens of thousands of people.
"Someone's coming!"
Shen Tang suddenly gave a soft drink.
As the voice fell, a guard entered the room.
"I asked someone to find out if there are any other local tribes nearby. Please go and ask quickly to see if there are any results."
Shen Tang said in a condensed voice.
Judging from the condition of these dead and wounded soldiers, it was probably caused by poisonous insects or miasma.
But if it was miasma, Xin Qiji would naturally be able to tell it. If it was poisonous insects, it would be impossible to cause such a large number of casualties.
Then, it is very likely that someone in the local area can use some means to drive these poisonous insects for their own use. Only in this way can the current situation be caused.
Driving poisonous insects sounds a bit unbelievable, but the local tribes all have some inheritance methods, and they live with these things in the mountains and swamps all day long. Therefore, they can do this. Shen Tang is not feel strange.
"You return immediately and tell General Xin to camp on the spot for the time being.
Also, clear a clear area around the camp to prevent wild beasts, poisonous insects, etc. from invading! At night, set up more torches and other objects around the camp, and order people to monitor closely. If a large number of insects are found, use fire to drive them away. Do not easily Contact it.
After I have figured out the matter, I will go there in person, and I will make decisions on other matters after I arrive!"
Shen Tang said slowly.
Whether it is poisonous insects or ferocious beasts, fire is their natural nemesis. As long as the camp is well defended, this threat can at least be avoided.
"As you command!"
The ordering soldier saluted and left in a hurry.
After waiting for about an hour, the guard outside the door came in and informed Shen Tang that the person who inquired about the information had returned.
"Well, come in."
Shen Tang was sitting in the room, looking at the terrain map in front of him. The area he was looking at was exactly where Xin Qiji and others were.
"I've met the handsome man!"
A personal guard entered and saluted Shen Tang.
Shen Tang nodded slightly, "Have you found out clearly what I asked you to inquire about?"
"Commander, I have inquired about it, and there is indeed another local tribe in that direction.
However, this tribe is extremely mysterious and rarely comes into contact with outsiders. Once other people enter that area, they rarely return safely.
However, the specific situation of this tribe cannot be found out now."
The guard said urgently.
Shen Tang nodded. Needless to say, the reason why the army in front was injured must be related to this mysterious tribe.
And if this is the case, it is indeed a problem. Although these poisonous insects do not come and go without a trace, they are difficult to detect, especially in the barren mountains. Once they enter, it is even more difficult to prevent them.
Unless a fire directly burns the forest completely, but if this is done, once a continuous fire is caused, things will be out of control.
"Okay, continue to inquire about this tribe. If you have any information, please report it at any time!"
After sending the guard away, Shen Tang thought alone.
In fact, there is no way to do it. The simplest way is not to take the initiative to attack this area, but to let Tan Ma attack everywhere to check the movements of this tribe and the Tubo people at any time.
If they dare to leave this area, they will lose their advantage.
But if you don't leave, think about it, such a small tribe will not have too many reserves in all aspects. Now there are more than 10,000 Tubo people stationed, and the consumption of food and grass alone is an astronomical figure. When they run out of food and grass, whether they want it or not, If they are willing, they all must come out.
However, if this is the case, it will take a lot of time.
It can be as short as ten days and a half, or as long as one or two months. Shen Tang doesn't have that much time to spend here.
"Commander Qi, General Balumu has returned.
And ask to see the commander-in-chief!"
Outside the door, a voice suddenly sounded.
Shen Tang was slightly startled. This Balumu only came back after being separated from him and others for more than a day?
"Let Balumu come in!"
Not long after, Balumu took Menda into Shen Tang's room.
"I have seen the commander-in-chief. The leader of the Poison Ivy clan has surrendered, and a total of two thousand members of their clan have joined our army!"
Balumu bowed and saluted, and briefly told Shen Tang about his experience in the Poison Ivy Clan.
"Um!"
Hearing that everything went well, Shen Tang nodded happily, "Thank you for your hard work, those Vine Armors and Balumu. After you count the numbers, give the Poison Ivy clan monetary compensation. Don't treat them badly."
In addition, their tribes will be subordinate to you for the time being.
Munda, from now on, you will be General Balumu’s subordinate! If you perform meritorious service, I will reward you equally. If you delay the military situation, I will also punish you severely."
"Thank you, Marshal!"
The two responded with joy on their faces.
"Commander, have you sent people to attack the Tubo people?
In the end, I will learn from the Poison Ivy Clan that there is a local tribe there called the Poisonous Insect Tribe. They are good at driving poisonous insects and are hard to guard against. Be careful if you go there.
However, the Poison Ivy Clan happens to have something to restrain these poisonous insects.
The final general has brought back a lot..."
Shen Tang really didn't expect that Balumu would come back early and bring him a huge surprise. He was thinking about how to deal with this situation, and they already had corresponding methods.