After a day of pushing and pulling, Lin Jue forced himself to buy a whole day for the construction of the camp. During this period, 80,000 civilians and tens of thousands of Luoyan Army infantry took turns to go into battle, forcibly creating a small and medium-sized camp on the ground.
A miracle, the camp built is already quite large.
The camp wall trenches in the two directions in the northeast are nearly completed, and more than 30 arrow towers have been erected. There are also more than 40 three- to four-foot-high earth platforms built, and six Shenwei general cannon positions are ready.
More than 30 swarm rocket launcher platforms are ready for installation. Although they have not reached the completion standards of the camp, the Luoyan Army camp at this moment is already an out-and-out earthen city, with a fairly strong defense force.
ability.
After checking the construction progress of the entire camp in the dusk, Lin Jue could finally let go of the big stone hanging in his heart. The most dangerous time has passed, and the current situation is at least not the passive situation when the army arrived. If the woman at this moment
In a real attack, the Luoyan Army's army at least has the ability to counterattack on some favorable terrain, and its chances of winning are a little better.
After dark, Lin Jue had a hasty dinner and immediately ordered people to call Ma Bin, Ma Qingshan and other main generals in the army to the big tent. The generals had basically understood Lin Jue's method of fighting the Jurchens, that is
Build a camp to create a favorable formation and turn unfavorable terrain into favorable terrain. It must be said that although this method may seem a bit stupid, it is the most fundamental method of turning disadvantages into advantages. And what is incredible is that the opponent actually allows us to do whatever we want.
They built a camp instead of launching an attack. The Jurchen leader actually negotiated with the commander for a whole day, and actually believed that the commander was willing to cede the three northern routes to him. This is really puzzling.
When several generals were discussing this matter in private, Ma Qingshan revealed the secret.
"This is the genius and courage of Marshal Lin's wisdom and strategy. He understands Wanyan Aguda's psychology and is good at using his psychology. The most important thing is that he has absolute confidence that he can stabilize his opponent. If
We may be able to see clearly what Wanyan Aguda is thinking, but we definitely don’t have the guts to do it. To put it bluntly, this actually involves a lot of risks, but Marshal Lin dares to take risks, and he knows this kind of risk
It’s controllable.”
Everyone took Ma Qingshan's words seriously. Indeed, who would dare to do this? No one has the courage. Marshal Lin dares. It must not be a blind adventure, but an adventure that is well known. Danger and accidents are always there.
Lin Jue had the courage and ability to minimize such accidents and risks. Facts have once again proved this.
"Brother Lin, hahaha. You've been wrangling for a whole day. Our camp is almost in shape. It's awesome. It's so tight. If you keep wrangling with him for another day tomorrow, our camp will become an iron barrel.
The formation is stronger than the ten-mile long post. Hahaha, I really have you." Ma Bin came into the tent and laughed.
The generals burst into laughter. Several of them followed Lin Jue to negotiate today and witnessed the whole process of Marshal Lin's wrangling today. The news had already spread after they came back. So even though Ma Bin didn't go with him, he knew about it.
Clearly.
Lin Jue smiled and motioned for everyone to sit down, ordered his guards to serve tea, and then said
: "Everyone, I don't have the ability to keep arguing for another day. I'm afraid tonight will be our last night of peace, and he will probably attack tomorrow."
Ma Bin was stunned and said: "What? You mean, Wanyan Aguda has already noticed it?"
Lin Jue said: "When he went back in the evening and thought about it, he realized that I had been stalling for time all day. In fact, he was already suspicious. Otherwise, how could he have agreed to so many requests from me during the afternoon negotiations? He wanted to get me to sign as soon as possible.
.It’s just that I found another point of argument and my mind got confused again, so I continued to argue with me for a few hours. But Wanyan Agu is not a fool, he is also a hero. Although he sometimes thinks he is smart, but if there is nothing
Can strategy and scheming lead the small Jurchen tribe to develop to where it is today? So, he should understand. Fortunately, I delayed it until dark. Attacking at night is not good for him. He has to rely on cavalry to attack us.
In the camp, the cavalry cannot fight at night, so we should be safe tonight. In other words, we only have a few hours tonight to strengthen the camp. I'm afraid there will be nothing to say tomorrow morning."
Everyone was stunned when they heard this, and their expressions immediately became serious.
"Commander, in this case, we have to work harder tonight. The firearms positions must be completely built, and all firearms must be installed tonight. I am afraid that the outer trenches cannot be dug deep, and the trenches in the southwest are only
We can dig to a depth of five feet." Ma Qingshan muttered.
Lin Jue nodded and said: "That's right. We will go all out to complete the firearms position tonight and stop digging the trench. Although five feet deep is too shallow, it can only be so. Insert wooden spikes and lay out nail boards. By then, it will be able to block several
How many points is it? All firearms must be in place. This is the minimum requirement. In addition, the cavalry needs to be prepared to counterattack at any time. Once there is a gap, the cavalry countercharge must be used to kill them out. After all, we do not have enough firearms.
Completely covering all four camp walls."
Ma Qingshan said: "Commander, don't worry, I have selected 10,000 elite cavalry, ready to face the enemy head-on at any time. In addition, the subordinate suggested that 10,000 cavalry be sent out of camp at night to ambush outside. Once the opponent
If you launch an attack, you should always wait for an opportunity to raid the enemy's rear from the outside."
Lin Jue thought for a while and said: "Okay, this is a bold idea. However, these 10,000 cavalrymen are very likely to become the focus of the siege, so they cannot surprise the enemy and attack their troops. If you want to use surprise troops, you need to surprise the enemy's key points and attack them."
They have to be rescued. Perhaps their target should be the Jurchens' city. Once they launch an attack, the city's defense will inevitably be lax. They can sneak attack on their important areas of food and grass supplies to disturb their military morale. If they win a frontal battle, they can also cut off their retreat.
"
Ma Qingshan slapped his thigh and said: "What the commander-in-chief said is absolutely true, and it is exactly what it should be."
Lin Jue said in a deep voice: "The candidate for this leader needs to be carefully considered. He must be a brave general who can stand alone."
Ma Qingshan smiled and said: "Why don't you lower your rank and lead it yourself?"
Lin Jue waved his hand and said: "That won't work. You need to stay on the front, the cavalry needs your command."
Ma Qingshan chuckled, turned to the horse army generals around him and asked in a deep voice: "Which of you dares to lead the army? Speaking of which, this is an extremely dangerous job. These 10,000 cavalry are out there, and once their whereabouts are exposed, they will
We are going to be besieged, and it is impossible for the army to save us. If we are in danger, we can only save ourselves or be annihilated. Don't show off if you don't have two brushes. My ten thousand cavalry brothers will be ruined in vain."
Several cavalry generals wanted to respond, but they hesitated after hearing the last sentence. They were not afraid of death, but because of the heavy responsibility, they were not sure. Forcing forward may win approval for a while, but when it comes to actual combat, that is not the case.
It's a matter of impulse. It will carry a heavy responsibility.
"Master Ma, I am willing to lead the army outside." A general suddenly came out from the side and bowed in salute.
Ma Qingshan turned his head and looked, and was stunned for a moment. He smiled bitterly and said: "This... General Lin, you have to ask the commander-in-chief what he means. I don't dare to agree to it."
Lin Jue was also looking at the young general in surprise, and the general who walked out was Lin Hu. He served in the cavalry, and his current title was the deputy commanding officer of the Zhongwei Battalion of the Guard Ma Jun Division. The Guard Ma Jun Division belonged to
There are five battalions of ten thousand people, and the Zhongwei Battalion is one of them. Lin Hu's position is not very high, but is equivalent to a mid-to-high-level general.
"Xiaohu, are you going?" Lin Jue frowned and said in a deep voice.
Lin Hu nodded and said: "Commander, please allow me to lead the army into battle. I am not impulsive. I think I can take charge of my own affairs. I also have experience in breaking off enemy lines. I think I am absolutely qualified. Please allow me."
The last general will go straight to the enemy's rear, cause chaos in the rear, and cut off his retreat. The last general is willing to issue a military order."
Lin Jue said in a deep voice: "But how are your injuries? Can you withstand the fierce battle?"
Lin Hu cupped his hands and said: "Thank you, Commander, for your concern. The general's injury has recovered, otherwise the general would not have chosen to go out with the army. The general had already informed Commander Ma before the expedition. If you don't believe me, you can ask Mr. Ma."
Ma Qingshan nodded at the side and said: "His health is fine. Before the expedition, he asked to accompany the army, so I asked him to ride a horse, shoot, gallop, and practice a lot. It was only after he proved that he was in good health that he was allowed to come.
"
Lin Jue nodded slightly. Lin Hu had been injured for almost two months now. His injury was not a burn, but respiratory tract obstruction and burns caused by inhaling hot ash. After treatment with water mist medication, he recovered well. Moreover, he was already injured.
Even a young man in his early twenties has an extraordinary ability to heal his body. Xiaohu has always been in good physical condition, so it is not surprising that he has recovered now. But Lin Jue still felt hesitant in his heart.
"General Lin Hu, this army is not easy to lead. Do you really want to lead the army?" Lin Jue looked at Lin Hu and said.
Lin Hu also looked directly at Lin Jue and said softly: "Uncle, Xiaohu has grown up. Xiaohu cannot always be under your wings. Xiaohu must prove that he relies on his own ability and ability, not your support.
.Uncle, unless you don’t believe that I have this ability.”
Lin Jue nodded slightly and said in a deep voice: "Of course I believe in your ability. You have proven yourself in the battle at Fangcheng Mountain. You are right. You are already an upright man. You should be responsible for your own decisions. Okay.
, I promise you, you will lead this cavalry. You must complete the mission for me, otherwise, military orders will be dealt with."
Lin Hu smiled happily, agreed loudly, bowed to Lin Jue and Ma Qingshan, and then left happily.
