The blood was pungent, and heat and exhaustion filled every part of his body. Deng Tian felt that he was about to die.
After a series of attacks, Deng Tian had already stabbed three Thule cavalrymen to death. The red tassel on his spear was soaked with blood. With each swing of the spear, blood droplets flew out and sprinkled on the felt hats of the Thule cavalrymen on the opposite side.
superior.
Deng Tian's anger had long since dissipated.
Paoze who was blocking the front suffered countless casualties, and Deng Tian was also exhausted and had no energy left in his body. He originally thought he was going to die soon, but unexpectedly, his body suddenly produced a force for no reason!
Pao Ze next to him also became very energetic. The sword, shield and short sword soldiers rushed forward, but he survived!
Immediately after several military orders came from above, the cavalry surrounded the Tule people, and they were about to win.
Unfortunately, Deng Tian felt that his luck had suddenly run out.
Four pikemen can't hold up against four Thule cavalry.
He was about to win, but he was about to be ruined. Deng Tian cursed the brigade commander Shao Chuan in his heart.
Sun Tzu is such a waste. His blind command has tricked me to death.
Erya, Daya, my mother, I can't go back this time.
Halfway up the mountain, Su Lu nodded. This was really his second uncle. At least it was consistent with his memory. Judging from his second uncle's appearance, he might not be able to hold on anymore.
He casually threw out a spearman card and stuck it on his second uncle. This was one of the few relatives he had. When Su Yun got married, he would have to be the one to send off his daughter.
Next to him, Chang Yuan continued: "Master Su, the formation you arranged just now looks very novel. I, Chang Yuan, like military formations and know a little bit about them, but I have never seen such a military formation.
The young master also said that the spear-tortoise shell formation is the enemy of the cavalry. Old slave...Old Chang, I don’t quite understand it, and I hope you can give me some advice.”
Su Lu waved his hand indifferently: "Old Chang, you are just kidding me. It's not an extraordinary formation. I named it Crab Formation."
Chang Yuan suddenly understood and slapped his thigh.
"Aren't the pikemen retreating and the sword and shield soldiers forming a mixed formation? They are the big lid of the crab, and the two wings of cavalry coming forward are the two big claws of the crab."
"Young Master is a great talent. He is indeed the only scholar in Xuanfu in recent years. He will definitely be a great general in the future."
"This time the Thule people held back and helped us discover the genius of the young master. These damn Thule bastards have equal merit and demerit."
Su Lu is a little embarrassed. We just met you, and we can't even talk about business with you.
"That's too much praise. I've just studied a little bit of military art, but I can't put it on the table."
Chang Yuan suddenly became serious.
"I just studied a little bit of military literature and I can come up with this crab formation!"
"Young master is a great talent! If my guess is correct, the two Thule scouts that Mr. Su led his fellow villagers to kill should have used crab formations."
Su Ping came over and said: "That's right, my second brother was commanding us at the time. Fatty Zhao, Li Kun and I were on the left and right, just like the cavalry on the two wings, we killed those two just like chopping melons and vegetables.
Thule people.”
Chang Yuan immediately praised loudly.
"Young Master Su is amazing and a genius! Chang Yuan admires him."
Li Qing seemed to be unable to bear it any longer, so he greeted Chang Yuan.
"Old Chang, let's go."
Chang Yuan greeted Su Lu.
"Mr. Su, your Hewan Village was burned to ashes. It can be said that you are at odds with the Thule people. Our Lord has granted you the vacancy of the patrol camp captain, and you will be able to take up the post in a few days.
Mr. Su, why don't you just stay in my master's house for a few days and take office directly after a few days."
Su Lu looked at the battlefield at the foot of the mountain. One of the Thule people had left, and the remaining group that had been surrounded and wiped out was mostly dead or wounded. A handful of them even escaped.
Yes, it is definitely not safe outside Beiyang County. These Tule people who escaped may be hiding somewhere. If the county is safe, the county captain's family is even safer.
"Then I'll trouble Lao Chang and disturb the county captain."
Li Qing looked unhappy, but seeing Lao Chang winking at him fiercely, he could only droop his face and feel unhappy all over his body.
"Let's go, we can only stay temporarily."
…
Beiyang County is built of brick and stone, fifteen feet high, and more than two miles long from left to right.
The city gates were raised high, swords, spears, swords and halberds were on the city walls, and the triangular arrow clusters between the battlements flashed with dim light. The guards in light armor looked like they were facing a formidable enemy.
This time the Thule people blocked the border, and the Xuanfu army dispatched in time and intercepted the Thule army in Beizheng. However, a small number of Thule vanguard troops still entered Beiyang County.
The guards at the county town recognized Li Qing and his party, shouted and opened the city gate, checked their official credentials, and asked Su Lu and the others to follow them in.
Although there was a large army blocking the border, life in the city remained as usual. There were vendors on the roadside, wine shops and restaurants were open normally, and there were only twos and threes of passers-by on Qingshi Street. There was no sign of a war at all.
Li's Mansion is located next to the crossroads in the center of the county town, next to the county government office. The tall gatehouse is more imposing than the county government office gate. The red lacquered door is tightly closed, and not a single person can be seen.
Chang Yuan turned over and dismounted, smiling like the peach blossoms blooming in Tianshan Temple in March, and greeted Su Lu.
"Master Su, this is my master's residence. If you stay here a little longer, I will often ask you for advice on military formations."
Li Qing glanced at Lao Chang, and swung the riding crop in his hand onto the head of He Chen's horse in front of him, scaring He Chen so much that he shivered.
He Chen dismounted from his saddle and rushed to the red lacquer gate in three or two steps. He slapped the gate loudly, and the sharp sound almost pierced the door panel.
"Your Majesty, when you return home, all the dog slaves will come out to pick you up."
After a moment, the red lacquer door opened, and the servants and maids filed out, standing on both sides, with great grandeur.
Li Qing flicked his riding whip, and the horse neighed and rushed through the gate.
Chang Yuan gave a wry smile and called Su Lu in, his face full of helplessness.
"I have always admired the young master's talent, but why do you need to be angry with me? Your status is noble, and if you make good friends with me, you will benefit a lot from me."
When Su Lu entered the door, his eyes immediately opened up. In the spacious courtyard, there were rockeries, ponds, green grass and trees, and a unique cave.
“This place is so beautiful!”
Su Yun's eyes were twinkling with stars. He looked left and right, but his eyes were not enough.
This is the Northland, and there is loess everywhere outside the city. Along the way, Su Lu feels that his mouth is full of earthy taste. The exquisiteness of the county magistrate's mansion is eye-catching. It is worse than the Suzhou gardens that Su Lu has seen before.
Not much.
It seems that Li Qing is more than just a county captain.
Su Lu thought secretly in his heart.
Chang Yuan saw Su Lu's expression in his eyes, and he admired him even more. Su Lu was indeed a genius in fighting. He couldn't even see this exquisite garden. He only focused on the battle formation, and he couldn't complain about it.
Such a powerful military formation.
Three days later, the Xuanfu army was stationed at Yushutai, Beizheng County.
In the large tent of the Chinese Army, there is a military affairs brochure on the desk between the commander and the deputy commander.
"General Li commended the scholar Su Lu from Beiyang and recommended him as the captain of the patrol camp. The dignified General Huaihua actually recommended a scholar. This is inconsistent with the system."
"Bandits are rampant in Beiyang and Yanzhou, and the city patrol camp is ineffective. She, Li Huaihua, regrets it."
The deputy commander squinted his eyes and looked lazy.
"General, I think this matter will be taken care of by General Li. Beiyang County is her fiefdom, and she will be responsible for anything that happens. The Northern Expedition is about to happen, and you can't take care of these things like corn and sesame seeds."
Come."
The coach pushed the military affairs booklet over with an unhappy expression on his face.
"How can a scholar have the ability to lead troops? Li Huaihua is just fooling around. Since you, Lao Xiao, have spoken, let this be the case."