People are poor and short-minded, and horses are thin and long-haired. Even if it is the emperor, it is not easy to live without money.

So Zhu Youxiao is ready to do a big job this time, taking advantage of the winter of the previous year to make a good profit.

Xu Guangqi looked at Zhu Youxiao's resolute attitude, and he was really helpless, so he could only say: "Then listen to Your Majesty, the minister will arrange the itinerary when he goes back, and send it to the palace when the time comes." ”

Zhu Youxiao nodded and said with a smile: "Then go and arrange it." ”

Xu Guangqi and Li Zhizao took their leave.

They were in high spirits when they came, and although they were not dejected when they left, they also lost the appearance of holding their heads high when they first came.

Zhu Youxiao directly turned a blind eye to this.

After Xu Guangqi and the two left, Zhu Youxiao also stood up. He was going to tell the queen the good news:

I'm going to take you out of the palace.

The emperor of the capital is planning how to make a fortune. The people in the southwest were nervously preparing for battle.

As soon as the sky was bright, Sun Chuanting got up.

This time he did not wear the official uniform of a civil official again, but put on armor.

This set of black armor was brought by Sun Chuanting from Qi Yuangong. On this way, it is more convenient to wear armor to march and fight.

After a simple tidying up and breakfast, the army marched from Zunyi City.

This time, the person who followed Sun Chuanting and them was called Zao Wou-ki, and he was Zhang Yanfang's subordinate.

Zao Wou-Ki was the deputy commander-in-chief of Guizhou, commanding 5,000 men. To be honest, he really has no bottom in his heart, and he really doesn't want to go. But there is no way, there are orders from above, and it is not okay not to listen to them.

Sun Chuanting looked at Zao Wou-Ki who walked in front of him and looked him up and down.

He is in his forties, with a full beard and a big rosacea nose that looks very joyful. The figure is not very tall, and it looks quite strong.

At this time, Qi Yuangong also walked over, came to Sun Chuanting and said, "Master Sun, how should we go?" Fight all the way, or? ”

For Qi Yuangong, he was not worried at all. Even if he fought all the way, he was not afraid.

There are no big cities on this road, and before arriving in Chongqing, Zunyi was considered a big city. There is no suspense on my side to push all the way over.

Even if tens of thousands of people were gathered on the opposite side, Qi Yuangong was confident that he would win the battle.

The rebels seem to be powerful, but in fact, both in terms of personnel training and equipment, they are far inferior to the Tiger Roar Battalion.

The rebels' bows and arrows were so rudimentary that they couldn't even shoot through their own hoplites; For the destruction of the musket phalanx, it is also much smaller.

Guarded by heavily armored infantry, the attack power of the musket phalanx was greatly unleashed. Although the armor of the musket phalanx was not as thick as that of the hoplites, and the defense was not as high, it was also very strong.

In fact, the musket infantry could not wear armor, which would have made them more flexible. Because of this matter, Qi Yuangong also asked Qi Jin why they wanted to wear iron armor instead of lighter leather armor?

Qi Jin's explanation is: In fact, it is not a problem of defense or flexibility, but a problem of psychology. The most important thing for the musket phalanx is to keep the lineup in order.

If the opponent wants to rush forward to fight, whether it is the attack power of the heavy infantry or the musket phalanx, the opponent needs a lot of manpower to rush in front of him, and many people will not be able to rush at all.

The best way to inflict damage on musket infantry is to bow and arrow.

If the musketeers wore only rudimentary leather armor, the opponent's bows and arrows would be able to inflict great damage on the musket phalanx. In such a situation, there will be a lot of psychological pressure on the musket infantry itself.

Once the battle damage reaches a certain level, the musket formation will be chaotic, and at the same time, the opponent's arrows will fly over, which will also make the musket rifle have no confidence in their hearts, and they will be afraid, even after rigorous training, it will be difficult to face the rain of arrows without changing their face.

And wearing iron armor is different, the protection is much higher. Even if you get hit by an arrow, it won't do much damage. This made the Musket Infantry's hearts relax a lot, because they knew that the iron armor would protect them. In this way, it can better reduce the psychological pressure and let them focus on reloading and shooting.

Qi Yuangong remembered what his father said, he said that it was said by His Majesty, and His Majesty once said, "People are very important, and human lives cannot be used to fill in wars." Equipment is dead, it's nothing more than spending some money. ”

"Only by attaching such importance to the soldiers can we earn their loyalty. If they are just allowed to be cannon fodder, after a large-scale war starts, when the number of soldiers sacrificed reaches a certain level, the morale of the whole army will plummet. So it's better to use iron armor. ”

Qi Yuangong hadn't felt it before, but he felt it in this battle.

The bows and arrows of the rebels were rudimentary, and the musket infantry could penetrate them in leather armor; But after putting on the iron armor, with a helmet on his head, it is basically difficult to shoot through, after all, it can only be thrown from a long distance.

Without the danger of being killed by bows and arrows, the musket infantry can exert greater combat effectiveness.

At the same time, Qi Yuangong also figured out the details of the other party, so he proposed that he could push it sideways. There are hoplites, there are musketeers, and it is not too difficult to push and sweep horizontally.

Sun Chuanting glanced at Qi Yuangong and agreed with Qi Yuangong's rhetoric. But there is one thing that Sun Chuanting also considered, after such a long time of raging by the rebels, it is estimated that the occupied place will have been chaotic for a long time, and if he pushes it sideways, unless someone follows behind.

After the defeat is brought down by oneself, someone must be stationed in the place and someone to appease the people, otherwise it will only become more chaotic, and in this way, it will be in vain to fight down.

Since what I want to do is to make a surprise attack on Chongqing, I must play the effect of a surprise attack. As for these towns, just give them to Todo-sama.

Along the way, Sun Chuanting learned a lot from Yuan Keli. Sun Chuanting also understood why His Majesty had sent him over.

One is to familiarize yourself with the situation; the second is to let yourself experience the war and be able to grow up quickly; The third is to let himself and Yuan Keli learn things.

In fact, Yuan Keli did teach Sun Chuanting a lot of things.

Sun Chuanting was well aware of Yuan Keli's ability, and in such a situation, he was very confident in Lord Dutang.

An Bangyan is just an opponent, it can't be Yuan Keli's opponent, he will be quickly destroyed by Lord Dutang. At that time, Lord Todo will lead the army straight to Sichuan.

After he defeated Yu Chongming, it is estimated that Lord Dutang will follow, and it is only an overnight matter for these towns to be recovered.

Sun Chuanting said to Qi Yuangong: "Let's go around." ”

"If we can bypass the town, we will go around it; If we can't get around, we will send troops to fight down, but we don't have to stay, just leave. What we have to do is to go to Chongqing, relieve the siege of Chongqing, and at the same time destroy the extravagant Chongming.

"Yes, sir. This is arranged. Qi Yuangong hurriedly agreed.

In the city of Zunyi.

Watching the army set off, Yuan Keli watched them disappear into the sky before slowly turning around.

Yuan Keli was still not at ease in his heart, for fear that something would go wrong. But he also knew that there was no other way to do it.

Glancing at Li Biao and Zhang Yanfang beside him, Yuan Keli said directly: "The army has set off, and we must also do it as soon as possible." Has the letter to Ahn Bangyan been delivered? ”

"Lord Huidutang, it's been sent out." Li Biao hurriedly said.

Yuan Keli nodded and said, "Then gather the people and horses, and let's set off too." ”

Zhang Yanfang on the side was stunned for a moment and asked, "My lord, where are we going?" Aren't we waiting here for Ahn Bangyan? ”

"Wait for him?" Yuan Keli glanced at Zhang Yanfang and said with a smile: "We won't wait for him here, we'll pick him up." Let me pick it up in person, and his face is also very big. ”

Saying that, Yuan Keli walked down the city wall with a smile, obviously in a good mood.

Li Biao glanced at Zhang Yanfang, and saw that he still looked puzzled, and said helplessly: "If An Bangyan rebels, he may not necessarily come to Zunyi, and may directly raise troops." We're waiting here, what if he rebels directly? ”

"If An Bangyan chooses to come to Zunyi, we are catching turtles in the urn; If he doesn't come to Zunyi, we will rush over then, I'm afraid it will be too late. So let's go first. ”

"If he brings someone to Zunyi, we can intercept and kill him halfway; If he rebels directly, we can also put down the rebellion directly on the spot. This is a two-pronged thing, that's why Lord Todo said that we don't wait, we have to go to An Bangyan, or pick him up. ”

After listening to Li Biao's words, Zhang Yanfang understood, and then nodded and said, "I see." ”

"Okay, don't think about these things if you don't understand, just obediently listen to orders." Li Biao looked at Zhang Yanfang and said, "If you perform well this time, Lord Dutang may reuse you at that time." ”

"Although I am the governor of Guizhou, I have no connections in the court. I heard that there has been a big change in the DPRK and China, and I can't say anything for you in the DPRK. ”

"But Lord Todo is different, it is said that he is deeply trusted by His Majesty today, and he has a close relationship with Sun Chengzong, a member of the Cabinet University."

"Sun Chengzong, a member of the Cabinet University, is His Majesty's teacher. If you can get the attention of the Todo Lord, you should be able to get out of here. ”

After saying this, Li Biao patted Zhang Yanfang on the shoulder, and then walked down to the city as well.

Looking at Li Biao's back, Zhang Yanfang hurriedly bowed down and said, "Thank you, my lord." ”

After leaving some people in Zunyi City, Yuan Keli took people to meet An Bangyan.

Along the way, people were pulled out from other places, and Yuan Keli gathered enough 30,000 people.

Although there are 30,000 horses, Li Biao is still not at ease.

Walking in front of the team together, Li Biao said worriedly: "Dutang, are these 30,000 horses a little less?" There are a lot of people under An Bangyan, and we are a little weak! ”

Yuan Keli looked at Li Biao and said helplessly: "How many years have you not been at war?" ”

Li Biao was a little embarrassed, what do you mean that you haven't fought for many years?

Since he became an official, he has never led troops to fight, and this is the first time, so he has no confidence in his heart.

"Alright, don't worry. An Bangyan, the ear of the native chicken tile dog. Yuan Keli said with a smile.

After saying this, Yuan Keli didn't say anything more, because he knew that even if he said anything, Li Biao had no bottom in his heart, just no bottom. It is useless to persuade, as long as there is a fight, it will be effective.

If Qi Yuangong is allowed to stay by his side now, Li Biao will probably have confidence.

Confidence in victory is struck, not spoken. So after two battles, Li Biao will naturally be fine.

Yuan Keli also believes that there will be a fight soon.

Regarding Sun Chuanting's judgment, Yuan Keli is very convinced.

When the army rushed to An Bangyan's territory, An Bangyan had actually already made a move.

An Bangyan took his 20,000 men and horses to the outside of Bijie City.

Looking at Bijie City in front of him, An Bangyan's eyes were full of excitement.

As long as he takes Bijie, he can order the surrounding Tusi to follow him and send troops to occupy other county capitals in Guizhou.

When the time comes, he will take Guiyang directly, and at the same time cut off the connection between Guizhou and Sichuan, he will be the real king of Guizhou.

Even the name An Bangyan has been thought of, and he will be called King Luodian.

I heard that Yu Chongming has already called himself the king of Daliang, and he is a king of Luodian, so naturally he can't be weaker than Hao Chongming.

After he occupies the whole of Guizhou, he can break Chen (Chenzhou) Chang (Changde), go down to Jingzhou, and reach the Central Plains.

At that time, I can go to Nanjing in the Ming Dynasty to have a look, which is said to be very prosperous.

As for the army of the Ming Dynasty, An Bangyan didn't pay attention to it at all. The army here in Guizhou, he has not seen it, that is what it is.

Therefore, An Bangyan is very confident that this battle will definitely be won.

An Bangyan glanced at the people behind him, then looked at the subordinates around him, and said directly: "Capture Bijie and call Guizhou the king!" ”

The people behind him listened to these eight words, and their faces were full of excitement.

Since the rebellion of Hao Chongming, their hearts have become restless. If you can do it, we can do it.

Now it's finally time to do it, and I'm naturally very excited. Everyone looked at An Bangyan with fiery eyes, waiting for him to give the order.

An Bangyan did not hesitate, and said directly: "Siege!" ”

With his words, his subordinates carried the ladder, waved the swords in their hands, and rushed towards Bijie City with a shout.

At this time, Bijie City was in the city.

Bijie commanded Zhang Cheng to press the knife on his waist and looked at this scene under the city with a gloomy face.

Ahn Bangyan rebelled!

Although Zhang Cheng couldn't believe it in his heart, he also knew that this battle could not be avoided.

Bijiewei is the original seven-star guard palace. Set up Bijie to reorganize the troops and prepare for the road, and Guizhou was stationed in Bijie according to the deputy envoy of the judge. It has jurisdiction over the four guards of Wusa, Bijie, Chishui and Yongning. Although the establishment is not low, there are not many people.

Bijie four guards, only more than 8,000 people. The entire Bijiewei is only more than 3,000 people. So Zhang Cheng has no bottom in his heart.

By Zhang Cheng's side, the expression on the face of Zhang Zhongmou, the deputy envoy of Guizhou, was also very ugly. He glanced at Zhang Cheng beside him and asked, "Can you hold it?" ”

In Zhang Zhongmou's view, it is impossible to counterattack, and it is impossible to defeat it.