Chapter 594 One Gun, Three Swords and Arrows (1/2)
Zhang Fei is not in fear of his life.
However, due to the sudden incident, the spear fired by the Baniu Crossbow directly nailed Tie Hualiu to death on the spot. Zhang Fei was caught off guard and was thrown dizzy. Later, he was shot with two arrows, although it was not fatal.
, but the arrow was equipped with a barb, which really gave Mr. Zhang a lot of trouble. After the arrow was taken out, Mr. Zhang fell unconscious and did not even go to greet Xun Chen's arrival.
Xun Chen was also quite helpless about this.
Speaking of which, Zhang Fei's decision was not a mistake.
After the whereabouts are discovered, launching an attack is a good choice. And according to other people's reports, there is nothing wrong with the arrangements Zhang Fei made at that time. He sent people to falsely open the city gate, and then took the opportunity to launch a sneak attack. Every general
It was a choice that everyone would make. If it were in another place, maybe this city would have been captured. Unfortunately, Mr. Zhang was unlucky. This time, the city of Wuyin County was attacked in a sneak attack.
Although Cao Peng is not in Wuyin, it does not mean that he will relax his vigilance.
In fact, Cao Peng was good at using cunning tactics and fought fiercely with Ma Teng and his son in the northwest, often using surprise troops to make surprise attacks.
How could such a person be defenseless? It's like Cao Cao liked to cut off people's food routes, so he also paid special attention to his own. How could a master like Cao Peng, who was so good at sneak attacks, be easily attacked by others?
?If Xun Chen was here at that time, once he was noticed, he would immediately show off his carriage and horses, and would never use any sneak attack strategy. Because it was likely to be designed by the other party.
Goat!
Xun Chen gently patted his forehead, feeling a little helpless.
This was an extremely unfamiliar name, but unexpectedly, Zhang Fei almost died.
Blame Zhang Fei?
No!
In this matter, Zhang Fei's decision cannot be said to be wrong.
If Zhang Fei made any mistakes, it was that he underestimated the enemy so much that he attacked rashly after his whereabouts were discovered.
The problem in this matter is not with Zhang Fei.
The real root lies in Xun Chen.
Xun Chen glanced at Zhao Yun, who was standing silently beside him, and suddenly felt some regret: If Mingzi Long had been the vanguard at that time, perhaps this would not have been the result.
Zilong is not a talented commander!
This is Liu Bei's evaluation of Zhao Yun.
But even Liu Bei could not deny Zhao Yun's ability to execute orders.
Moreover, the so-called ability to command troops is not something that cannot be cultivated. If you don't give him the opportunity to command troops, even if Zhao Yun has this talent, he will not be able to show it. According to Xun Chen's observation, Zhao Yun is indeed an excellent executor. And if
When it comes to marching, setting up formations, and commanding troops to fight, Zhao Yun is not impossible. But the military unit that Zhao Yun is most suitable for commanding is the cavalry... but it is exactly one of Liu Bei's weaknesses.
Liu Bei did not have many cavalry troops in his hands.
These few cavalry troops were basically commanded by Zhang Fei.
In comparison, Zhang Fei is more worthy of Liu Bei's trust than Zhao Yun, which makes Zhao Yun lose the opportunity to display his talents. Perhaps it is for this reason that Liu Bei said "Zhao Yun is not suitable for commanding the army". Think about it.
Think about it, Zhao Yun was able to lead an army under Gongsun Zan back then, how could he not be able to lead an army? To put it bluntly, that was just an excuse for Liu Bei, and everyone knew it.
Zhao Yun has a calm temperament and capable behavior.
If Zhao Yun replaced Zhang Fei, he would definitely stabilize his position first.
Since a sneak attack fails, the only option is to attack by force. If you attack for the sake of a sneak attack, you will easily be plotted by others. This is also Zhao Yun's advantage.
"Zi Long!"
"Here!"
"The three generals are still in a coma, and you will be in command of their subordinates for the time being."
"ah?"
Xun Chen was very optimistic about Zhao Yun, so he smiled and said to Zhao Yun: "The three generals are all brave men. If not Zilong, who can make them surrender? Before the three generals can recover, the cavalry will be handed over to you.
Come and take charge, and accompany me later to check on the enemy."
"Here!"
Zhao Yun was ecstatic and nodded repeatedly.
To say that Zhao Yun has no ambition? That’s pure nonsense!
In these days, anyone with some ability hopes to build a successful career.
The same is true for Zhao Yun... He led a group of troops and traveled thousands of miles to defect to Liu Bei. He originally thought that he could be reused under Liu Bei's account, but he didn't want to become a tooth general and the leader of his own soldiers. To be honest, he
Even Liu Bei's bodyguards and thugs were never able to gallop on the battlefield like they did under Gongsun Zan's tent. Although Liu Bei treated Zhao Yun very well, there was always a trace of regret in Zhao Yun's heart. He could not compete with Zhang Fei for the command of the army.
Because he had no advantage in fighting Zhang Fei.
Even if they win the fight, they will end up having a big fight with Liu Bei's men.
This is definitely not what Zhao Yun wants!
In his heart, he envied Xia Houlan.
Xia Houlan's martial arts and military skills are far inferior to Zhao Yun. When he was in Baima Yicong, his status was even worse than Zhao Yun... But what about now?
Xiahoulan led an army alone in Hexi to resist the barbarians, which was a great success.
Don't underestimate the military commander's low position, but in Hexi County, he is definitely the top military leader. He is in charge of the military government, commanding the troops and horses, and frightening Mobei... Isn't this what Zhao Yun and Xia Houlan were doing in those days?
When Chang Shan was studying art, what did Tong Yuan look forward to most about Zhao Yun?
Unfortunately, the direct disciple of Gun King Tong Yuan failed to realize his ideal.
On the contrary, the guy who was looked down upon by Tong Yuan has now assumed his ideal...
Every time I think about it, Zhao Yun feels bad in his heart. But what can he do? Back then, he valued Liu Bei and rejected Cao Peng; now, although he envies Xia Houlan's good luck, he has no regrets
.It’s just that I feel a little disappointed in my heart.
Xun Chen ordered Zhao Yun to lead the cavalry, which was exactly what Zhao Yun wanted.
I felt a little more grateful to Xun Chen in my heart, and at the same time I was even more determined to lead the cavalry well so that they could live up to Xun Chen's expectations.
"Is this the thing that shot down the three generals' mounts?"
After Xun Chen made arrangements, he picked up the spear from the commander's desk and looked at it carefully.
This spear is about nine feet long, which is almost comparable to the length of an ordinary large gun. The spear shaft is made of hard eucalyptus wood and has a certain degree of flexibility. The spear blade is two feet and three inches long and has a triangular shape. Look.
It can be concluded that this was specially made by the other party, and it is still different from ordinary spears. Each edge is like a sharp sword, extremely sharp. If this were to be shot on the body, it would definitely create an astonishing
The wound could not be cured at all. Just looking at the shape of the spear frightened Xun Chen.
Although chariot crossbows had appeared as early as the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, this was the first time Xun Chen had seen such a spear.
"Zilong, how far can this thing shoot?"
Xun Chen raised his head and asked Zhao Yun.
It was also the first time for Zhao Yun to see this kind of spear, and he was a little confused as to why.
Hearing Xun Chen ask him, he smiled bitterly and said: "I can't say for sure, but judging from the wounds on Yide's mount, it was killed by a single blow from the spear. At that time, Yide was about 150 steps away from the city wall.
According to the strength of this spear, the lethality within at least three hundred steps is astonishing."
Three hundred steps?
Xun Chen frowned!
I'm afraid it's more than that...
He saw with his own eyes the death of Zhang Fei's iron horse.
The spear directly penetrated Tie Hualiu's neck, tearing apart the muscles around the wound. The nine-foot-long spear was nearly halfway in, which is enough to illustrate the huge force produced when the spear was thrown.
Strength. This cannot be a man-made throw. I am afraid that there are some special ordnance hidden in Wuyin City. Three hundred steps? Zhao Yun's guess is a lot conservative. According to Xun Chen's estimate, the range of this spear is at least five
A hundred steps away. This also made Xun Chen feel a sense of inexplicable fear! How many weapons and weapons that fire spears and spears are there in Wuyin County? If you rashly launch an attack on Wuyin County without knowing the actual situation, there will be casualties.
heavy.
"Zilong, come with me to watch the formation."
"Here!"
Xun Chen decided that it would be better to observe it himself.
He took Zhao Yun and walked out of the gate. When he was still about 600 steps away from the Wuyin city wall, he set up a pergola and looked at it from a distance.
But I saw that Wuyin City was completely silent.
From Xun Chen's perspective, he couldn't even see the soldiers on top of Wuyin City.
The deathly silence shrouded the sky above Wuyin County. Xun Chen couldn't help but feel an inexplicable pressure and remained silent for a long time.
"Military advisor, do you want to test it?"
Zhao Yun asked softly.
Xun Chen thought for a while, then turned around and said to the ordering soldier: "Order the trebuchet to be set up, and it will be hurled at Wuyin County in three rounds."
He wanted to see what kind of reaction Wuyin would make.
Now, the troops in Wuyin County are empty, Chen Dao is holding Wei Yan in Bowang, while Liu Bei and Guan Yu have quietly set up an ambush, waiting for Cao Peng to return for reinforcements.
As long as he can capture Wuyin County, he can have an immeasurable impact on Jingzhou.
Previously, people in Jingxiang did not dare to provoke Cao Cao due to Cao Cao's powerful military power... But if Wuyin can be captured, then the main war faction in Jingzhou will undoubtedly gain greater say. Even Liu Biao,
This may also change previous decisions.
But this does not mean that Xun Chen will act rashly.
By this time, all words seemed pale and feeble.
There is no need to talk about the so-called words of persuasion. Since Wuyin City launched an attack on Zhang Fei last night, it shows that the determination of Wuyin County cannot be shaken. The only option is to attack... Xun Chen ordered the soldiers to form a formation outside the city.
Set up a trebuchet and pay more attention to the reaction at the head of Wuyin City.
However, no matter what Liu Beijun did, Wuyin City remained silent...
"Three rounds of throwing."
Xun Chen rode his horse to the front of the military formation, stared at the head of Wuyin City, and gave an order.
More than a hundred trebuchets, with the creaking sound of the machines, stones were thrown out instantly, and they hit the Wuyin city wall fiercely. The huge sound could still be heard even from far away from the city wall.
It was clearly audible. Many rocks crossed over the city and flew into Wuyin County. The rumbling sounds continued to be heard, but there was still no movement at the top of Wuyin City, and not even a human figure could be seen.
Xun Chen couldn't help but take a breath of cold air!
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At the same time, the soldiers on the top of the city crouched and hid behind the city wall.
A stone fell on the city wall, and stone fragments flew... A soldier was caught off guard, and was hit on the head by the stone. His brains burst suddenly and he fell in a pool of blood.
The bright red blood made Deng Ai's heart beat fast.
There was a pale look on his little face. Although he had read a lot about military science, it was the first time for Deng Ai to see this scene of flying rocks. There were tens of thousands of enemy troops under the city... and they were densely arrayed outside the city.
, brought an inexplicable pressure to people, making Deng Ai's little hand holding the mallet tightly tremble slightly. This kind of silent temptation is the most nervous! A stone passed over his head, fiercely
The bombardment hit the gate tower. The flagpole as thick as a bowl broke immediately. The roar made Deng Ai's hand tremble, and he struck the crossbow on the bed in front of him with a mallet... The already-strung spear and spear, followed by
The mallet struck the machine, and with a shrill sound of breaking through the air, it flew out!