Chapter 1194 1195 [Thousands of Miles of Happy Wind] (9)

Author: Shangtang Doumiao

Chapter 1194 1195 [Thousands of Miles of Happy Wind] (9)

Putting aside the mysterious weapon that Liang Jun suddenly brought out during the ambush battle on the northern front, the current balance of military strength between the two sides is almost a clear one.

The total strength of the North Route Army of Xiwu is 90,000. After losing more than 10,000 cavalry and casualties in the siege battle, there are still more than 60,000 combatable troops retreating to the west of Beitiao River. The total strength of the South Route Army is 100,000. Zhang Qingbai's steady and steady

The ability in detailed command can avoid too many casualties. Today, there are still nearly 90,000 troops.

The total strength of the Central Route Army is close to 170,000. Excluding the 20,000 regular soldiers who are responsible for protecting the baggage transportation in the rear, there are 150,000 troops that can be used on the frontal battlefield. They firmly control all the arteries on the central line, forcing Liang Jun to do his own thing.

Fight and defend the fortified city.

Liang Jun was at a disadvantage on the battlefield on all three fronts. If he wanted to achieve local superiority, he would have to mobilize troops from other places, but this was extremely difficult.

It wasn't until Zhou Dewei's words woke up the dreamer that Wu Xun, the civil servant in the hall, reacted.

Zhou Dewei looked solemn and continued: "The Liang Kingdom had previously abolished the military stronghold system on the northern front, and only retained the Guyuan stronghold at the corner of the Beitiao River. The intention was not to rely on the thousands of soldiers in this military stronghold to turn the tide, but to rely on them.

Come and master the key route from Hucheng to the north!"

Hucheng was built on the bank of Dingjun Mountain. It is extremely easy to defend and difficult to attack. However, there is also a problem, that is, if it is besieged by a large army, the communication channels between the inside and outside of the city will be lost. There is only a small road to the north. Two years.

In the previous battle, Xie Lin sent troops to block the small road in advance, so that he could attack the military stronghold system in the north with confidence.

This time Xie Lin did not follow the example of a cat or a tiger, naturally because the Central Route Army could put enough pressure on Tiger City.

Emperor Xuanwu, who was nearly forty years old, said slowly: "If Gu Liang wants to break the situation, the northern front is the only battlefield where he can plan the situation. Zhou Qing's family, do you think Gu Liang will dispatch the Hucheng garrison to go north to cooperate with his subordinates?"

How many troops are there to surround my army heading north?"

Zhou Dewei muttered: "Your Majesty, I think it is very possible."

He paused and continued his analysis: "Judging from the current battle situation, Gu Liang had made plans to open a breakthrough on the northern front from the beginning. He asked the Dingxi Army on the southern front to defend the military town, and the central line armies to defend the military town.

At the same time, such an important firearm

Use it for ambush battles on the northern front. I think the next step will be to lead the troops across the Beitiao River, let the Hucheng defenders secretly go north out of the trail, and intercept the retreat of our army heading north. Once he accomplishes this, Liang Guoxi

The pressure on the military's shoulders will be greatly reduced."

Emperor Xuanwu nodded in approval and asked unhurriedly: "How should we deal with this?"

Zhou Dewei said solemnly: "For Hucheng, there is no difference in a short period of time whether the defenders are 60,000 or 40,000. As long as 20,000 troops are sent to the northern battlefield and unexpectedly cut off the North Route Army's retreat, General Xie will

It will be a very dangerous situation, and it will be difficult for our army to use this time to break through Hucheng. However, since we have guessed Gu Liang's next plan, our army can make two preparations."

Emperor Xuanwu said: "Tell me in detail."

The other ministers all listened attentively.

Zhou Dewei said calmly: "Once the Hucheng defenders choose to go north to support, then the main force of our army will not need to worry that the opponent will leave the city to harass the flanks. After all, the tactics of war are fictitious and real, and the opponent will also be afraid that this is a trap. Under this premise, our army

The main force can advance eastward and approach Guping Military Town, and open the passage into Lingzhou of Liang State before Liang Jun can react!"

He looked at Emperor Xuanwu with bright eyes and said confidently: "Now the territory of Lingzhou of the Liang Kingdom is empty. Once the rear falls, the Liang Kingdom's frontier troops will naturally be defeated without attacking!"

Emperor Xuanwu thought for a moment and said leisurely: "What about the northern route?"

Zhou Dewei responded: "Of course the Northern Route Army cannot give up. Your Majesty only needs to send an elite force to support the Northern Front in advance. This can at least ensure that the Northern Route Army will not suffer any losses. As long as a stalemate is formed on the Northern Front and our army makes progress on the central line at the same time,

Before Liang Guojing’s army arrives, our army will be able to secure victory!”

Emperor Xuanwu's eyes became brighter and brighter, and he asked: "An elite army...you mean?"

Zhou Dewei nodded heavily and said word by word: "Anyang Dragon Rider!"

…

Northwest of Lingzhou, Longgong Military City.

The Xiwu North Route Army had retreated to the west of the Beitiao River. The seven-day offensive and defensive battle finally ended, and the Longbow Army suffered heavy losses.

The three guards had a total strength of 40,000, with more than 6,000 killed, more than 4,000 seriously injured, and nearly 2,000 lightly injured. The atmosphere of sadness and sorrow in the city was slightly relieved after the arrival of reinforcements led by Gu Liang.

In the festival hall, Huo Siqi, the commander of the Longbow Army, sat down respectfully and said to Gu Liang: "I don't dare to lie. When I received the order from the Marquis, I couldn't understand how 20,000 infantry could defeat two soldiers."

The Wanxi Wu cavalrymen are inevitably uneasy in their hearts. Now they realize that their knowledge is shallow and far inferior to that of Lord Marquis."

Gu Liang smiled and said: "I am actually very worried that you will not be able to defend this place. If Xie Lin is allowed to attack Longgong Army City, all the early efforts and planning will be in vain. Now it seems that Your Majesty is more knowledgeable.

It is clear that General Huo is worthy of being the leader of the Liang Army."

This exchange made other generals in the hall laugh, and the atmosphere became more relaxed and harmonious.

Huo Siqi also didn't expect that the rumored King of Hell would be so approachable, and he couldn't help but feel a bit of admiration.

Qi Jian, the commander of Lingzhou Left Guard, took advantage of the situation and said: "Master Marquis, may I ask when our army will cross Jiangxi to advance and annihilate the Western Wu North Route Army?"

Gu Liang raised his hand and nodded at him, and said gently: "Don't worry, military success is indispensable to you."

Qi Jian smiled awkwardly.

Gu Liang continued: "Xie Lin has lost his energy and there is nothing to be afraid of. Zhang Qingbai is trapped on the southern front and cannot escape. However, we cannot underestimate General Xiwu because of this. Although the Emperor of Wu's personal expedition played a role in inspiring the morale of the army, he himself did not

They are not good at military affairs, but Zhou Dewei, the general of Zhenbei, is a veteran on the battlefield and is not very easy to deal with. Now they should be able to guess that our army will take action on the northern front next, and maybe they have already tied a pocket in advance and are waiting for me.

The army got in."

Everyone nodded.

Gu Liang looked around at the crowd and said: "With the endless battles, the soldiers are exhausted and need time to recharge their batteries, so you don't have to be impatient. Next, we will reorganize the army and wait for the opportunity to come."

He did not elaborate on when he would send troops, but the generals already understood the subtext of expelling guests, so they stood up one after another and bowed to leave.

After a while, the hall became quiet. Gu Liang stood up and walked to the west wall, staring at the topographic map of Gaoyang Plain on the wall.

Gu Mang and Gu Fan looked at each other and stood aside quietly.

"The Emperor of Xiwu is a very stubborn person, so he will not choose to retreat. Instead, he will seize every available opportunity to seek victory. From their perspective, I used the Hucheng garrison to besiege Xie Lin's North Route Army.

It is the best choice at the moment, so they have two paths to take, one is to place the main battlefield on the northern plains, and the other is to make progress elsewhere while retaining the northern route army."

Gu Liang paused for a moment, then turned to look at his two sons and asked with a smile: "How do you think they will decide?"

Gu Mang fell into deep thought, and Gu Fan bravely said: "Father, my son thinks they will choose the second option."

"Why?"

"Tiger City is in our hands. If they want to place the battlefield on the northern front, it is impossible to hide such a large-scale troop mobilization from us. If they only mobilize a small number of elites to go north to support Xie Lin, they may be able to hide it."

Gu Liang smiled and said calmly: "Sure enough, there has been some progress."

Gu Mang also came to his senses and asked: "Father, if they choose the second option, my son thinks they can take the enemy's reinforcements into consideration, and then maintain the previous plan to eat the Northern Route Army led by Xie Lin. Such a big thing

It can be done.”

Gu Liang said calmly: "You guys remember, you must not let the enemy lead you by the nose. My father is over fifty years old and will eventually retire. Brother Yue's child is talented. My father is

I’m not worried, but if you want to make a difference in the future, you must remember all the details of this national war. If you can gain some insights, it will be a worthwhile experience for my father to take you through this time."

The two said solemnly: "My son will obey his father's teachings."

Gu Liang's eyes fell on the map and he said leisurely: "There is no need to rush this battle. Let Wu Jun think about it again."

Gu Mang and Gu Fan didn't understand what he meant, and looked slightly confused.

Gu Liang changed the subject and said: "I will send a few secret letters to Hucheng coach Yin Wei, Jinshui camp coach Zhao Xian and Tibetan front guard Wei Rui later. Send your capable personnel to send them out."

"Yes, father!" they both agreed in unison.

Gu Liang looked at the logo of Gupingjun Town on the map and smiled calmly.
Chapter completed!