Batu Munch sat behind the desk in the big tent with a pale face, staring at a few shiny small iron marbles on the table with a thoughtful expression. Dozens of Tatar generals stood with their hands hanging down with earth-colored faces, as silent as a chill.
Today's battle suffered heavy losses. According to rough statistics just now, the Tatar soldiers and horses suffered more than 2,600 casualties. More than 1,000 people were killed on the battlefield. Now there is a wailing sound in the wounded barracks at the side of the camp. They are all injured.
soldier.
The key is that after paying such a heavy price, they failed to attack the city wall and did not even make a decent breakthrough. This was a useless battle. All the Tatar generals could not accept this reality.
Batu Munch silently looked at the iron bullets on the table, which were dug out from the wounds of several soldiers in the wounded camp. These were the iron bullets used in the firearms used by the opponent. Digging
When these iron bullets were taken out, they were embedded in the soldiers' bones, and it took a lot of effort to dig them out. This shows the power of the firearm.
It is actually to be expected that the opponent has firearms. I have fought with the Ming Dynasty soldiers and horses for many years, and I have a good understanding of the Ming Dynasty's firearm Batu Munch. When the little emperor of the Ming Dynasty goes on patrol, he must be surrounded by soldiers and horses, which is very likely
Carrying firearms. This is actually not unusual.
But based on Batu Monk's understanding, the power of the firearms of the Ming Dynasty was very average, and they did not have much lethality at all. They had no chance to use firecrackers when attacking the city, because those firearms could not reach far. Even if
In close combat some
It has lethality, but it is only a one-shot deal. There is no chance to recharge after firing, which makes it extremely clumsy. Monolith City does not have such powerful firearms as iron cannons, so Batu Munch did not care about the impact of firearms on the battle from beginning to end.
coming influence.
When the opponent fired from the tower, Batu Munch saw the smoke and roar of the firearm, but he didn't take it to heart. It wasn't until he saw his own archers falling off their horses that he realized what was happening.
The firearm was not the Ming Dynasty's fire blunderbuss that I knew, and certainly not the Ming Dynasty's iron cannon, but a powerful firearm that I had never seen before.
This kind of firearm can not only reach far, but also has amazing power. The reason why this siege failed was because these firearms that suddenly appeared disrupted the plan. The archers could not suppress the defenders at the top of the city, and our own soldiers could
To suffer a huge blow. This made Batu Munch have to reconsider his next plan.
"What's wrong with you all? Why are you all crying and dejected? Are you dejected after a small defeat? That's not the style of my Tatar warrior. The wolves in the desert will never be discouraged by a single hunting failure. Suffer it.
I just licked my wounds and continued fighting. Just cheer me up." Batu Munch said in a deep voice.
The generals raised their heads after hearing this, and the Great Khan did not blame anyone, which made them relieved.
"Dear Khan, the firearms used by the Ming army were too ferocious. The casualties among the archers under Beizhong were too serious, so Beizhi had to order a retreat. If the Great Khan wants to blame, Beizhi is willing to be punished." Qigmu stepped forward and cupped his hands.
For the defeat of this battle, many people blamed Ziegemu for running away with the archers, and attributed the cause to Ziegemu. At this moment, Ziegemu saw that Batu Munch was in a normal mood, so he dared to step forward to explain.
Batu Munch waved his hand and said: "Ziegemu, I didn't blame you. The Ming army's firearms were indeed unexpected, and the firepower was indeed ferocious. You were right to evacuate the cavalry archers in time. Couldn't you be a living target?"
Qi Gemu breathed a sigh of relief and said in a deep voice: "Thank you, Khan."
Batu Meng said calmly: "However... I did not give the order to evacuate. You withdrew privately, causing the collapse of the entire war situation. You are to blame. Remember, you can only withdraw after I ordered you to evacuate."
This Khan has not given an order. Even if you stand there as a living target, you cannot take a step back. Do you know what your behavior is called? That is called running away from the battlefield!"
Qi Gemu was dumbfounded and knelt down in horror and shouted: "Khan, humble duty deserves to die, humble duty deserves to die. humble duty ruined a big thing. He is willing to be punished. But humble duty is not afraid of death and runs away from the battle. humble duty has followed the great khan for so many years, great khan
You should know that I am not that kind of person. You can die for a humble position, but you must not bear such a reputation."
Batu Munch laughed and said: "Ziegemu, if I didn't understand your character, how could you still be alive today? I won't kill you, I will give you a chance to redeem you.
The head on your head. Your head is placed on your neck first. I hope you will perform well."
Qi Gemu kowtowed repeatedly and broke out in cold sweat.
Batu Munch waved his hand, and Zigmu stood up and stood aside.
Batu Meng glanced at everyone and said in a deep voice: "Except for Zigmu, there are many people who did not try their best in today's battle, and I can see it. I will not name them one by one, I
Give you a chance. You must fight tooth and nail in the next battle, otherwise I will cut off the heads you saved on the battlefield."
All the generals choked and nodded one after another. The Khan could have just called the names, but he didn't. Everyone thought he was talking about themselves, and everyone murmured in their hearts.
"Everyone, today's battle is over, it's no big deal. Although I failed to capture Dushi City, I didn't expect to succeed with just one attack. After all, the Ming army is not papery, and their combat effectiveness is also very high.
Strong. This Khan did not use all his strength, but sent half of his troops to attack." Batu Munch said loudly.
"The Ming army's firearms are indeed powerful, but that doesn't change the situation. They don't have many firearms, probably only a few dozen. It's impossible to stop my army from attacking the city with just a few dozen firearms.
During today's attack on the city, the Ming army's defense supplies were consumed a lot and were once exhausted. This shows that they were not fully prepared. Next time they attack,
They will be in a situation of shortage of supplies. Moreover, Ben Khan has good news for you. Ten thousand soldiers and horses led by Commander Asbas have arrived from the south. They will arrive tomorrow evening. By then, Monolith City can still be
Can we defend it? I was just not angry with the arrogance of the little emperor of the Ming Dynasty, so I ordered the attack. It's a pity that you didn't give me credit."
"Great Khan, we have embarrassed the Great Khan. We strongly demand that Monolith City be captured before Asbath's troops arrive. Lest others say anything. Asbath's gang will laugh at us in the future.
"Tulu, the captain of the Guards Battalion, said loudly.
"Yes, Great Khan, we strongly demand to attack again. Yixue will be disgraced today." All the generals shouted one after another.
Batu Monk smiled with satisfaction. He just wanted to rekindle everyone's fighting spirit. He knew his group of people very well. What the Tatars in the desert fear most is not death, but being humiliated and being considered a
Incompetent coward. The defeat in today's battle is nothing, but if people from the left-wing Duoyan tribe think that they are incompetent, relying on their help to capture Monolithic City, and are ridiculed by them in the future, then they will not tolerate it.
of.
Batu Meng actually thinks so in his own heart. Although he has unified Monan, the tribal leaders who surrendered to him have not completely surrendered to him. Although today's siege is a bit impulsive, since it is done
He couldn't give up halfway, otherwise it would only make Asbath and the others think that they were incompetent and despise themselves. To conquer their hearts and make them truly admire him, he needed to find this situation again.
Not to mention, the Ming army's resistance today had successfully aroused the anger in his heart. How could he be willing to swallow the bitter fruit of this failure?
"Very good, you are worthy of being my Dayuan Warrior. Since you think so, Ben Khan will certainly give you the opportunity to regain your lost self-esteem and face. Let you straighten your back. Come on, let's discuss it carefully.
What's the next step to attack? Come here, serve meat and wine, and we'll discuss it while drinking." Batu Munch said loudly.
…
In the Dushi City military office, a post-war summary meeting was also taking place.
After the victory, everyone from top to bottom had smiles on their faces, and the atmosphere was full of optimism.
Zhu Houzhao arrived, and after everyone kowtowed, the meeting officially began.
Zhang Yin first reported the results of the battle. In today's battle, according to rough statistics, the Tatars had more than 2,000 casualties. There were six to seven hundred corpses under the northern city wall alone. The Tatars dragged some of them away when they retreated.
, it is estimated that more than a thousand Tatars were killed in the battle. The Ming army defending the city also suffered many casualties, with more than 170 people killed and more than 300 injured.
This result can be said to be a great victory. Everyone was even more excited when they heard this result.
"We have 3,000 soldiers and horses defending the city, and the Tatars have more than 10,000 people. With a ratio of 1 to 4 casualties, we can definitely defend it. Now we are afraid that the Tatars will not dare to attack after their defeat. Thanks to the emperor Hongfu, the emperor is here to take charge.
, How can the mere Tatars shake my monolithic city? I am usually diligent in training soldiers and horses and building the city, and today I can finally put it to use."
Zhang Xiong, the general of Dushi City, said loudly to Zhu Houzhao, with a bright smile on his face, as if this battle was his contribution. Of course, in this kind of situation, he would have to flatter him.
"General Zhang, what are you talking about? The military discipline in Dushi City is lax. Today on the north wall, your soldiers in Dushi City performed very poorly. This is also your credit. A large number of crossbows are gathering dust and decay in the warehouse. It is also your credit.
?Monolith could have been more
If the city is strong, more watchtowers can be built on the city wall. Wengcheng can be built on the northern slope of the city. The trench can be dug wider and deeper. You haven't done any of this, and you are still here to show your merits? It is simply ridiculous." Zhang Yin had no idea.
Refute politely.
Zhang Xiong's face turned red and he shouted: "What are you talking about? Your Majesty clearly knows that I am guarding the border town conscientiously and cannot bear such slander. I may indeed have some imperfect ideas, but my heart is loyal to the emperor."
Those who serve the country and serve the court bravely should not be slandered by others."
Zhu Houzhao waved his hand and said: "Stop quarreling. Today is a victory, not a defeat. I know that you are all loyal. The enemy should not hurt our harmony at the moment."
Liu Jin also said: "Yes, both of you believe in Zhang. We were a family five hundred years ago, so why hurt the harmony. You have contributed to today's battle, and the emperor will not forget your contribution."
Zhu Houzhao smiled and said: "It's true, they are all named Zhang, and my uncle is also named Zhang. There are three people named Zhang in Dushi City. It will be a good story in the future."
Everyone burst into laughter, although the joke was not funny and was embarrassing.
"General Zhang. We are discussing military affairs now, not arguing about rewards. Step back." Zhang Yanling said in a deep voice.
Zhang Xiong smiled and nodded, then stepped aside and sat down.
Zhang Yanling said to Zhang Yin: "You should also step back."
Zhang Yin bowed his hands and stepped aside.
Zhang Yanling asked Zhu Houzhao: "Does the emperor have anything to say?"
Zhu Houzhao thought for a while and said: "I am very happy. Today's battle has demonstrated the majesty of our Ming Dynasty. I am full of confidence in defending Dushi City. I hope you will continue to work hard. The battle is not over yet. I am afraid it is too early to say victory at this moment."
Everyone suddenly became serious after hearing this. Zhang Yanling nodded slowly, thinking in his heart: The emperor is still awake and has not been dazzled by the victory in front of him.