Chapter 1169 1170 [I talk about being a teenager]

Author: Shangtang Doumiao

Chapter 1169 1170 [I talk about being a teenager]

The tenth day of the first lunar month of the first year of Daliang Civilization.

The Dingxi Camp belongs to Fengjie Prefecture in Lingzhou, followed by Jinchuan Prefecture, Guangping Prefecture and Dongqing Prefecture along the border to the north.

Jinshui Camp is located in the north of Jinchuan Prefecture near Guangping Prefecture, and Changgong Camp is located in the northwest corner of Dongqing Prefecture.

The original Guping Camp located between Jinshui and Longgong was abolished and is now the Guping Military Town, with more than 12,000 Guping Guards stationed there.

In addition to the isolated Hucheng, the nine military forts outside the border that were maintained due to the difficult terrain, and the Lingzhou Three Guards Xiang Army that had been streamlined from the border army, this is the entire strength of the Daliang Western Army.

, a total of more than 250,000 people.

The three military villages under the jurisdiction of the Dingxi camp are Baicao Village, Yongyi Village and Long'an Village. They are arranged in a "pin" shape to the west of the camp. The villages are about forty miles apart. There are 2,500 troops stationed in the villages.

people.

In fact, there were six military strongholds here two years ago. Due to Wang Pingzhang's advice to Emperor Kaiping, three were abolished, leaving only the three military strongholds that occupy the most favorable locations and serve as barriers to the Dingxi camp.

The heavy snow has finally stopped and the sky has cleared. The vast Goyang Plain is covered in silver and complements the blue sky. The view is enough to open your mind.

After a group of several hundred riders came out of Baicao Village, they meandered eastward under the watch of the commanding general.

Chongshan Bo Qixin believed in Ma Youjuan and introduced in an unhurried manner: "Master Hou, according to the intelligence sent by Taishitai Pavilion and the information obtained by the border army's rangers, the Western Wu army is divided into four routes: east, west, north and south, including the south route.

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The main general, General Zhennan Zhang Qingbai, is personally in charge of Queshou City, which is more than 200 miles away to the west. Zhang Qingbai has 30,000 cavalry and about 80,000 infantry under his command, which is only about 60 to 70% of the strength at its peak a few years ago."

Gu Liang said leisurely: "Don't underestimate Zhang Qingbai's ability in military training."

"Yes, General I understand." Qi Xin responded respectfully, and then said: "Although there have been three less military villages in the past two years, Baicao Village and other places have continued to strengthen the city defenses, and have sufficient reserves of food, grass and weapons. Zhang Qingbai's troops are strong

Although it is twice the size of the Dingxi camp, it is not that simple for him to capture these three military strongholds. The general is confident that he can ensure that the southwest defense line is worry-free."

Today is the fourth day that Gu Liang came to the Dingxi camp. He has already visited the camp and the three military villages. The military equipment everywhere is quite strict. Qi Xin's statement is not an exaggeration.

Gu Liang looked at the unique and vast scenery of the Western Region, with some emotion in his eyes, and said slowly: "I still remember that at the Qinian Camp, you were just a small former army commander with only more than 2,000 people under your command, but you dared to force yourself

You refused to retreat despite my military orders. At that time, I thought you were a descendant of some noble family, otherwise where would you have such courage?"

The past events were vivid in his mind, Qi Xin smiled and said: "The general remembers that it was the Battle of Shuanglong Mountain in the second year of Renxuan. In fact, the general was also very worried later. Although Daliang won the battle in the end, the general disobeyed after all.

Military order. Not only did the Marquis not demote the junior general, he also promoted the junior general to the commanding officer. This is how Uncle Chongshan became today."

He paused and said with emotion: "Although I have never led troops under the command of the Marquis, I dare not forget the kindness of the Marquis."

Gu Liang waved his hand and said: "That is the reward you deserve. In fact, what I want to say is that it was exactly like this moment."

Qi Xin was slightly startled, then suddenly realized.

Before and after Emperor Kaiping ascended the throne, the border was also unstable. The Western Wu army harassed the Southern Zhou Dynasty and crossed the river to the north. How similar is the situation to the current situation? It's just that at that time, the Western Army was commanded by Pei Zhen, and Gu Liang had been staying in the southern border.

Gu Liang rode his horse forward slowly and said calmly: "Taishitai Pavilion's spies in Xiwu have not sent back any news for more than two months."

Qi Xin stared and said: "The general can also feel that the situation on the border is getting more and more tense. Starting from more than a month ago, the number of rangers sent by Queshou City has gradually increased, although they have no apparent

Cross-border behavior, but Zhang Qingbai’s subordinates will eventually be confirmed

The investigation of the border is becoming more and more intensive. There are various signs that Duke Wei's worries are coming true. But there is no need for the Marquis to worry. The imperial court and the governor's office have been making preparations in the past few months, and the border army battalions are also reorganizing their troops.

In preparation for war, it will be difficult for Wu Jun to take advantage."

Hearing him mention the young man in the capital, a complicated look appeared on Gu Liang's face. He then skipped Pei Yue's name and nodded: "Your judgment is correct. Raising thunder in silent places is indeed Zhang Qingbai's style.

People are cautious and cautious, especially good at concealing things, but——"

Qi Xin looked at his profile with a solemn expression.

Gu Liang changed the topic and said: "If Xiwu invades this time, it will definitely not be a trivial matter. Which route do you think they will choose as the main direction of attack?"

Qi Xin thought for a moment and considered: "The general believes that Hucheng will still be their main attack direction."

"Why?"

"If we cannot capture Hucheng, Xiwu will always have to worry about being cut off."

Gu Liang smiled slightly and said slowly: "Tiger City is indeed a thorn in the eyes of the kings and ministers of Xiwu. No one dares to ignore our 60,000 troops stationed in the city. However, this time I don't think Xiwu will just stare at Tiger City.

city, they are more likely to attack on multiple fronts at the same time and complete the strategic encirclement of Tiger City on the battlefield."

Qi Xin's heart trembled, and he gradually came back to his senses.

His expression became more solemn and he said: "Master Hou, you want to say that it is possible for Xiwu to attack from the north and south and then join forces in the middle?"

"It's just speculation at the moment." Gu Liang remained indifferent, and continued: "The four military strongholds including Hucheng, Jinshui Camp, and Lulong, plus the solid Guping Military Town in the rear, are the solid defense line that relies on each other in the middle of the Western Army.

Xiwu now has a total of more than 400,000 cavalry and infantry soldiers. How many troops must he invest to destroy this line of defense? In comparison, the defenses of Dingxi Camp and Changgong Camp are relatively weak."

Qi Xin said seriously: "The general understands what the Marquis means."

Gu Liang nodded and said: "This is a strategic consideration. When it comes to the details of the battle, Zhang Qingbai is tough and suitable for attacking tough situations. His South Route Army is also good at tough battles. On the other hand, Wu Junchen of the West does not want us to be prepared in advance and will not attack in advance.

The size of the armies was changed, so the opponent of the Dingxi camp must be the South Route Army of Xiwu."

He reined in the reins, turned to look at Qi Xin and said: "The imperial guard of honor will stay in the Dingxi camp, and the thousand forbidden troops sent by His Majesty to protect me will also stay. They can play some role if necessary. Qi Xin, once the war breaks out

, the pressure on your shoulders will be great, Zhang Qingbai will be difficult to deal with in such a desperate situation, but I hope that Dingxi Camp can do its best to avoid losing."

Qi Xin cupped his hands and said: "Master Marquis, please rest assured, even if the general is killed on the battlefield, he will never take a step back."

He knew that when Gu Liang left Kyoto, he was accompanied by 2,500 cavalry led by Gu Mang in addition to his own bodyguards and a section of the imperial army.

The cavalry did not arrive at the Dingxi camp.

He didn't ask Gu Liang what his plans were, he just needed to do his due diligence.

As the sun gradually set in the west, everyone mounted their horses and headed east, embarking on the journey back to the Dingxi camp.

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On the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, a sudden news exploded like thunder in the sky west of Daliang.

Emperor Xuanwu of Western Wu mobilized all his troops, including 100,000 cavalrymen and 250,000 infantrymen, including the Anyang Dragon Cavalry. Known as a million-strong army, they rolled over the Gaoyang Plain with the power of blocking out the clouds and the sun, and rushed towards the Daliang border pass.

Zhennan General Zhang Qingbai led the South Route Army, with 30,000 cavalry and 70,000 infantry, and attacked the three military strongholds on the outside of the Dingxi camp as barriers.

The border is in a hurry!

Emergency military reports were quickly sent to Kyoto by various methods such as eight-hundred-mile horses and flying pigeons to deliver messages.

At this time, the Marquis of Daliang Guangping and Zuojun Jiguliang, under the escort of a cavalry group, issued military orders in the name of the Imperial Envoy and the temporary commander-in-chief of the Western Army, ordering the garrison in various places to stand ready while crossing Lingzhou from south to north.

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Under the soft moonlight, this team of more than 2,000 people took a temporary rest on the straight road.

Gu Liang sat on the ground, drank some water and dry food, and looked leisurely at the north.

Gu Mang and Gu Fan stood aside, unable to hide the worry in their eyes. After all, their father was no longer the King of Hell who could stop children from crying at night in the Southern Zhou Dynasty, but an old man in his fifties.

After a while, Gu Liang stood up and said calmly: "Let the soldiers cheer up, we must reach Xingyang City within two days."

"Follow the order!"

More than two thousand riders were on the road again, heading north under the moonlight.
Chapter completed!