It was pitch black between heaven and earth. Mortals had poor eyesight and could not clearly see the situation of people jumping. The monks' eyesight was different from ordinary people, but they could clearly see the situation of people being swallowed by the rolling river water.
Despite this, a large number of sergeants jumped in one after another.
A group of monks were moved by what they saw, but they were helpless. There was no way, there was really no way, time, just to grab time!
Although this place is not heavily guarded due to the terrain, it does not mean that the enemy will not guard this place. Before taking action, we have repeatedly assessed the situation here. After calculation, there is only half an hour's chance.
The monks from the Song Dynasty would patrol the riverside, leaving only half an hour for them.
The number of people who could cross the river in half an hour was also calculated. Within half an hour, the army not only had to cross the river, but also quickly escaped from the river, otherwise it would be discovered.
Once discovered, Meng Shanming's combat plan will be ruined.
There are 50,000 people crossing the river this time, and there must be a sufficient number of people, otherwise it will not have much effect on the next step of the plan.
Fifty thousand horses had to cross the river in such a dangerous place within half an hour. The time was really tight.
But this is a surprise attack, which means to make the impossible possible, and to do things where the enemy thinks it is impossible.
No matter whether it was the help of the monks or the temporary construction of a ropeway, it was impossible to send 50,000 horses across in half an hour.
We can only use the fastest way, which is also the most dangerous way to send the person there, and it must be completed within half an hour.
The sergeants holding the logs were still jumping down batch after batch.
A group of monks couldn't bear to see it, and someone said: "Let's do it together, and we can help as many people as we can."
No one had any objections, and they implemented it quickly. One person dragged one person with each hand, and each person took two people with him. They flew down into the river and got up again. They landed on the shore and dropped the people before returning.
A group of monks repeatedly sent people across the river, preparing to do their best and counting as many people as they could help across the river in the limited time.
The sergeant who was swallowed by the waves was floating in the rapids holding the driftwood, using the speed of the water to rush towards the backwater cliff diagonally opposite.
This is also the reason why Meng Shanming chose this place to cross the river. The river bank is winding, and if you rush down with the current, you will inevitably hit the bank.
But it was too dark and I couldn't see anything. I could only rely on my feelings.
Once the log in your arms hits the shore, throw it away immediately. Get up in the water and try your best to reach the shore with your hands. As soon as you put your hands on the shore, you immediately crawl to the shore with all your strength.
The person who reached the other side first was half-kneeling on the shore. Once he felt a comrade's hand on the shore, he immediately grabbed it and pulled it up to help his comrade get ashore quickly.
The people who came ashore quickly dispersed along the shore and continued to help those who came ashore behind.
This is also the reason why Meng Shanming chose to cross the river on a rainy night. Normally, the cliff bank is too high and people cannot reach the shore in the water. After crossing the river, it is impossible to climb up. The only chance is when the water level rises.
According to information provided by nearby villagers, the water level has basically reached its limit when it has risen to this level.
Again, it was too dark.
Some people did not hit the cliff with a log, but a person. Some people hit their heads on the cliff, causing their brains to burst. They let go of the log and went with the waves.
And go.
Seeing this scene, the monks on the shore were a little bit blinded. It was so terrible that they couldn't stand it anymore. Someone said to a general: "Why don't you release moon butterflies to give everyone lighting? The enemy may not be able to notice it in a short time."
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The general was so anxious that he grabbed the monk's shirt and said, "What the hell, do you want to kill everyone? If the light is on, once someone discovers it, all the hard work will be wasted, and the brothers who can't get to the shore will die in vain."
, we will also be surrounded and suppressed by the enemy. You listen to me, the people who control you must not be exposed in any way!"
Normally he would have dared to be so rude, but the monk had to make him look good, so he endured it and remained silent.
People on the opposite bank kept jumping off in groups holding logs, while on this side there were groups of wet people climbing ashore.
Some people failed to hit the shore and climbed up, and drifted away with the waves. No one knew whether they were alive or dead in the end. They only hoped that the log could help them survive in the fast and dangerous currents.
Some people did not hit the shore here, but followed the waves and hit the shore at the next bend. As a result, they crawled in the wrong direction and climbed back to the other shore.
Immediately, a monk came over and asked the people who had been knocked back to the other side to hide back. There was no time and they were not allowed to come back a second time. Moreover, the survival tools in their hands were gone, so it was not suitable to do it again.
The location of the forced crossing was calculated, and only this area was suitable for climbing up. There were only a few people who were lucky enough to hit the other side. Most of them either went to the Song Dynasty's shore or went with the waves.
In less than half an hour, all 50,000 men and horses entered the water.
As for how many people successfully climbed to the other side, the other side didn't know for a while.
In short, there was no time to hesitate in place, and the people who successfully landed quickly left.
"Let's go!" Following the order, the men and horses who successfully landed quickly lurked deep into the area.
There were several monks left on the shore who quickly cast spells to clean up the traces on the shore. With the help of wind and rain, the traces on the shore were quickly cleared away.
There are monks in front to clear the way for the army to prevent unexpected events, so that the army can quickly advance to the target location without being easily discovered.
After counting the people on the way, there were only thirty thousand and a few dozen people, and there were only nearly a thousand people who were lucky enough to make it back to the shore of Yan State.
In other words, in less than half an hour, nearly 20,000 horses were swallowed up by the river.
These are Zhang Hu's guards, that is, Zhang Hu's Chinese army, and Zhang Hu's most elite troops. They are all veterans who have been tested on the battlefield, and they are also old brothers who have been following him for many years.
Because of this, because they are trustworthy, and because their abilities are reliable, Meng Shanming used this group of people under Zhang Hu.
"Twenty thousand old brothers are gone like this. How many battles have been fought, how many times have they escaped death, but they were not killed in the hands of the enemy, but they were lost here. I gave such an order. How can I explain to their families when I go back? Wow
..." A general cried muffledly, and the grown man cried like a grandson.
Another general looked up at the dark night sky, gasping for air. He didn't know whether it was rain or tears on his face.
These two generals were the left and right commanders of Zhang Hu's army, and neither of them could hold back their tears at this time.
"Alas!" The monk accompanying him sighed and couldn't help but shake his head.
Sadness could not affect the mission, and the army continued to sneak. On the way, the two generals once again ordered to eat.
It was a freezing rainy night and I had been soaked in water. My body was very cold. I had to eat something as soon as possible to warm myself up. There was a more important task ahead.
In advance, I carried prepared dry food and cakes that had been soaked in water, and stuffed them into my mouth as I walked.
Halfway through the journey, they reached the foot of a mountain and split into two groups...
There was lightning and thunder, heavy rain poured down, and a figure stood outside the tent.
When Luo Daan saw it, he reminded him, "Master."
Meng Shanming, who was staring at the map, slowly raised his head and looked at the figure outside the tent. After the lightning flashed, he saw clearly that it was Zhang Hu standing in the heavy rain.
The two looked at each other openly and secretly.
Meng Shanming seemed to realize something, and his cheeks tensed up.
Gong Lince, who was in another tent outside, noticed something unusual here. He jumped out and landed here. Only then did he realize that the person with his back to the rain was Zhang Hu, the governor of Changzhou. He couldn't help asking: "Master Zhang, what are you doing here?"
Why are you standing here in the rain?"
Zhang Hu ignored him and slowly walked into the tent, walked to the case, and stood there wet, with the raindrops on his body dripping on the ground, and looked at Meng Shanming.
Gong Lince walked in, noticed something unusual, and asked again, "What's wrong?"
Zhang Hu did not reply to him, but asked Meng Shanming, "Can you tell me?"
Meng Shanming glanced at Gong Lince. He had already been noticed by Gong Lince and was following him. There was no need to hide it now, and he finally nodded slightly.
Zhang Hu was obviously a little excited, his eyes were red, he turned his head to look at the roof of the tent, and said in a choked voice: "Twenty thousand brothers are gone."
Gong Lince was surprised, why are twenty thousand brothers gone?
Meng Shanming's cheek twitched violently, he knew the danger, but losing 20,000 people at once still made him feel quite heavy.
They both came from the military, and he knew what those men and horses meant to Zhang Hu. Even if he exchanged 100,000 men for Zhang Hu, Zhang Hu would not exchange them.
After a moment of silence, Meng Shanming took a deep breath and asked, "Where are the remaining 30,000 people?"
Zhang Hu said in a short voice, "It's over."
What happened? Gong Lince's eyes were filled with surprise and uncertainty.
Meng Shanming breathed a sigh of relief, straightened his back a little as he sat there, and said in a deep voice: "Call the generals to discuss matters!"
"Take the order!" Zhang Hu cupped his hands and turned around resolutely.
As soon as he got out of the tent, he raised his hand and wiped his eyes. Not only the 20,000 horses that were lost, but also the remaining 30,000 horses would go deep behind enemy lines and fight alone. How many of them would come back alive in the end? He was worried.
, I just hope that the cold rain can make me calm down.
Meng Shanming, who was sitting under the light, watched his departure.
Gong Lince, who had also watched for a while, turned back and asked Meng Shanming who was sitting upright, "What's going on?"
Meng Shanming: "Didn't Zhang Hu already say it?"
Gong Lince: "I don't understand."
Meng Shanming: "Thirty thousand horses have already crossed the river."
"Thirty thousand horses crossed the river?" Gong Lince was surprised. This blocked copper wall and the iron wall of the river defense, especially in this horrible weather, were 30,000 people. How could they cross the river?
Meng Shanming added, "Fifty thousand horses, the most elite fifty thousand horses in Zhang Hu's hands, are all old brothers who have followed him in the war for many years. They forced the crossing of the natural dangers and lost 20,000. By luck, the 30,000 were successfully crossed."
Master, aren't you urging me to send out troops? The troops will be sent out tonight. I hope that the master of the palace can order the monks from all factions to give full assistance."
Gong Lince didn't care who his old brother was. He had no awareness of this and wouldn't care. He frowned: "Why did you hide it from me beforehand?"
Meng Shanming: "Perhaps if someone slips up a word that is not taken seriously, it can determine the outcome of the war! Tens of thousands of people gamble with their lives, and they can only succeed but not fail. No news can be leaked beforehand, nor can they
If there is any abnormality, I hope the head of the palace will forgive me." Still reminding the other party to keep it confidential.
PS: Thanks to "Zhengzhou Bingge" for the little red flowers that add luster.