Chapter 277: The Battle of Fugu

After the peasant army took Shenmu and Hequ before, it did not attack Fugu much at hand, and withdrew the soldiers and horses of Fugu. The peasant army did not move the valley, which was not stupid, but a very smart move.

Fugu is next to Shenmu, the river meander, and the east side is close to Zhenxiwei. Once Fugu is taken, it can easily attack Zhenxiwei. Therefore, taking Fugu is equivalent to sending troops to Shanxi. Ever since he took the Hetao, Wang Ziyong has had the intention of temporary development, and has tried his best not to provoke the sensitive nerves of the officers and soldiers. Precisely, Xuanfu has just experienced a big war and needs to recuperate for a period of time, and Datong Mansion does not want to meddle in the quagmire of northern Shaanxi at this time.

The peace between the peasant army and the border army used by Wang Ziyong lasted for nearly three months, but Zhang Xianzhong suddenly took Fugu and directly broke the situation. After learning that Zhang Xianzhong had taken Fugu, Zhang Cunmeng, who was in the meander, was a little dazed, and it didn't take long for him to rush to Fugu.

"Brother, what the hell are you going to do? The king leader has repeatedly told him not to clash with the officers and soldiers in the east, why did you still occupy Fugu? Zhang Cunmeng was really angry, his face was distorted, and his broad forehead was squeezed together, like a sarcoma. No wonder Zhang Cunmeng is angry, recently Chen Qiyu and Cao Wenzhao have not dared to make a big move due to the lack of troops, and Xuanfu and Datong Mansion need to rest and recuperate because of the war in the north. Zhang Cunmeng tried his best not to stimulate the border army in the east, just to wait for a while, at least for half a year, and wait for this season's autumn harvest.

finally maintained the situation, and as soon as Zhang Xianzhong came, it seemed that it was all in vain. Facing Zhang Cunmeng's questioning, Zhang Xianzhong's expression was ugly, and his eyes were full of cold light. Now he Zhang Xianzhong is not the time when he just joined the peasant army, you are one of the three kings under the command of the king, and his status is respected, so Zhang Cunmeng pointed his nose, he couldn't help but snort coldly: "Brother, it's no wonder that the younger brother, after the younger brother defeated Du Hong from Mengjiayu, he thought about going north and going to Shenmu to rest." Who would have thought that when the officers and soldiers stationed in Fugu saw the younger brother leading the troops passing by, they were so frightened that they abandoned the city and fled, the gate of Fugu was open, and there was not a single guard, what do you say the younger brother should do? ”

"Didn't the little brother look at Fugu with the gate open, turn around and leave?" Zhang Xianzhong pursed his lips sarcastically and shook his sleeves, "If you really want to do this, what will it be?" The fat that others throw to their mouths dare not eat, and if it is passed out, won't it make people laugh off their big teeth? If it's not too late, what will my brothers think of me? Do you want to say that I, Zhang Xianzhong, am as timid as a mouse? In short, this kind of fat meat to the mouth, I Zhang Xianzhong want to eat it. ”

Zhang Cunmeng felt Zhang Xianzhong's gaze, and his heart sank, and then he reacted, Zhang Xianzhong's status is not as good as before, and it doesn't seem appropriate to yell at him again. Especially after listening to the details, Zhang Cunmeng had to sit down and said with a wry smile: "Brother, just now Zhang was too impulsive, said something, brother, don't take it to heart." If that's what you say, you can't really be blamed for it. ”

Zhang Cunmeng showed weakness, Zhang Xianzhong couldn't give the other party too much, his expression eased, and he arched his hand and said: "Whatever my brother says, it's my own brother." However, in the matter of Fugu, the younger brother really didn't lie, and thousands of brothers watched it. Good Fugu is right in front of you, if the little brother doesn't eat it, how will he gain a foothold in the future? ”

Did the officers and soldiers really give up on their own initiative? Zhang Cunmeng frowned, and for a while he didn't know what the officers and soldiers were doing. Then take the initiative to return Fugu to the officers and soldiers? Doesn't this tell everyone that they are afraid of the officers and soldiers? You can't do that. Besides, Zhang Xianzhong ate the meat in his mouth, and then let him spit it out directly, which is also a bit difficult for a strong man.

Fugu, in fact, is not under the direct jurisdiction of Datong Prefecture, but under the management of Shanxi Wei. Last year, the Tatars entered Beijing, because the soldiers mutinied, the former Shanxi commander-in-chief Zhang Honggong and Shanxi governor Geng Ruqi were taken down, and now the new Shanxi commander-in-chief is Rao Yonghui. The garrison of Fugu has always been the responsibility of Rao Yonghui, Fugu was originally safe and worry-free, but now, it was lost to the peasant army in a daze, Rao Yonghui's mood can be imagined.

Not long after Rao Yonghui took office, Fugu was lost, which made his face disgraceful. If it was the peasant army that attacked Fugu, it would be fine, but in fact, the peasant army was just passing by, and when the thousands of households under his command heard that it was Zhang Xianzhong, they were so frightened that they opened the city gate and fled to Zhenxiwei. Knowing the truth about Fugu, Rao Yonghui only felt panicked on his face, it was too embarrassing.

If this matter reaches the imperial court, he Rao Yonghui estimates that he will not have a good life, and the only way is to quickly find a way to take Fugu back.

So, Rao Yonghui reported to Taiyuan Mansion, and after communicating with Gao Jie, he gathered tens of thousands of Shanxi soldiers and horses, and slaughtered to Fugu. Shanxi soldiers and horses first arrived in Zhenxiwei, and when they arrived in Zhenxiwei, the first thing was to take down Zhao Jiu of thousands of households first.

In front of everyone, Rao Yonghui glared at Zhao Jiu angrily and scolded: "Zhao Qianhu, I will let you guard the Mansion Valley, this is how you guard the Mansion Valley?" The thieves didn't come, you were scared to pee your pants first, and the faces of my Shanxi disciples were all lost by you. ”

Rao Yonghui wanted to cut Zhao Jiu, but was stopped by everyone, and Li Xun of Qianhu persuaded: "Lord General Soldier, please calm your anger, now that the war is imminent, it is not a good sign to kill the general first." At this time, it is the time to employ people, why not let Zhao Qianhu wear the guilt and make meritorious service? ”

Inside Shanxi Wei, it is intertwined, Rao Yonghui is new to it, and he is not too strong, so he has to nod and say: "Hmph, if it weren't for the intercession for you, I would have beheaded you." However, capital crimes can be avoided and living crimes cannot be escaped, this time in the attack on Fugu, you are the vanguard. Recapture Fugu, Ben will be the court of the book, and the merits and demerits will be offset, but if he can't take Fugu, he will be punished for several crimes, and don't blame Ben Jiang for being ruthless at that time. ”

Zhao Jiu lay on the ground, kowtowed like pounding garlic, and said busily: "Lord Xie Zongbing, don't worry, Zhao will never embarrass you this time." ”

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Xuanhua, a magnificent house, gathers many people. Because the house was newly purchased, Hai Lanzhu commanded the servants to clean up for a long time, and today these gentry and generals in the army are all here to celebrate the housewarming. Everyone knows that Tiemo's roots are in Zhangbei, but who will give up this opportunity to pull a relationship?

Tiemo entertained the guests, Nunu ran over and said a few words, and he hurried away. At this time, there were several people sitting in the hall, and Li Jiasheng, Hei Yunlong and others were impressively listed.

Seeing that Tiemo was coming, Hai Lanzhu got up and said with a smile: "You want to talk about official business, don't bother the concubine, after talking about business in a while, don't forget to come out and say hello to the guests, there are many gentry in Beijing coming today, don't lose your courtesy." ”

Tie Mo took Hai Lanzhu's hand and nodded slightly, "You deal with the things ahead, and I'll finish talking about it soon." ”

Nunu wanted to stay, but was dragged away by Hai Lanzhu with a smile. After the two left, they consciously closed the door. Tiemo's face changed, and he said coldly: "Rao Yonghui really went to fight Fugu?" ”

Li Jiasheng smiled bitterly and nodded, "This matter is true, General Man also sent someone to inform us, let us prepare early, I'm afraid something big is going to happen in Shanxi." Hey, Du Hong is hiding in Taiyuan now and doesn't dare to come back, the matter hasn't passed yet, this Rao Yonghui is causing trouble again. ”

Tiemo sat in his chair and shook his head angrily, "Rao Yonghui has just taken office, and it is understandable that he wants to do something to show the court, but before he does something, should he first communicate with us?" Just with the group of people under his command, they want to fight Fugu and dream? ”

Tiemo didn't know what Rao Yonghui had in his head, there was a big problem within Shanxi's soldiers and horses, and last year it was a mutiny and a lack of food. These problems have not been perfectly solved so far, and because of this, the Xuanfu and Datong Mansions used troops against the Khalkha in the north, and even Cao Wenzhao attacked Yan'an Mansion, but they did not dare to transfer Shanxi troops and horses to help. No one dares to guarantee that the soldiers and horses of Shanxi, which have great internal problems, will not defect again.

Rao Yonghui is now pulling the soldiers and horses to kill Fugu, it seems that the soldiers are strong and strong, but Tiemo is really not optimistic. Once Rao Yonghui's army is defeated, it is impossible for the peasant army not to pour into Shanxi, and the situation that has been maintained with great difficulty will be broken. When the peasant army entered Shanxi, the Xuanfu and Datong Mansion could not ignore it, and this had a bearing on their own vital interests.

"Let's go back early in a while, get ready, hey, you can't live in peace for a while!" Tiemo raised his hand and rubbed his temples, Xuanfu really needs to cultivate, continuous battles, not to mention whether the soldiers can stand it or not, and the logistics can't hold it. Expecting the imperial court to make up for military consumption is like daydreaming of marrying a daughter-in-law.

Li Jiasheng and others could only sigh helplessly, Rao Yonghui's matter was really unexpected. If something really happens to Shanxi, it will have to fight if you don't want to.

Tiemo was just angry, here in Datong Mansion, Man Gui was already jumping to scold the street. That is, if you can't control Rao Yonghui, if you can manage it, you will arrest Rao Yonghui and throw him in prison now.

.......

Rao Yonghui didn't know that Xuanfu and Datong Mansion had been scolded for his affairs, and at this time he was commanding all kinds of soldiers and horses, thinking about how to defeat the peasant army, and he was ashamed. Maybe it's because the things in Fugu were too embarrassing before, this time Rao Yonghui intends to make a name for himself and fight a beautiful battle.

Two days later, Rao Yonghui led the main army to Fugu, and surrounded Fugu in an instant. Rao Yonghui's move has the meaning of annihilating the defenders of Fugu.

In Fugu, many leaders of the peasant army complained to Zhang Xianzhong, "Brother Zhang, the officers and soldiers have surrounded us from all sides, how can this be good?" ”

Zhang Xianzhong also had a headache, and discussed with Zhang Cunmeng before that as long as the officers and soldiers came to fight, he would return Fugu to the officers and soldiers. But now, the officers and soldiers have surrounded Fugu and have a posture of total annihilation, what can be done?

"Don't rush yet, wait, see if there's any change in the future!" Zhang Xianzhong could only take one step at a time. But what happened next made him a little angry.

The next day, soldiers and horses from all walks of life in Shanxi began to storm Fugu, besieging them everywhere, and there was no intention of slackening. Zhang Xianzhong deliberately relaxed the guards of the northern city and sent a signal to the officers and soldiers, hoping that everyone would just behave. However, as soon as the guards of the northern city relaxed, the officers and soldiers rushed up and fought against the defenders, causing heavy casualties for a while.

The creeper Ye Yan was almost hacked to death, and after picking up a life, Ye Yan found Zhang Xianzhong and cried: "Brother Zhang, you can't fight like this, the officers and soldiers have no intention of relaxing, and they are still surrounded on all sides." Let's get out of the northern city, they're good, and if they come in, they'll kill people. ”

Zhang Xianzhong's brows jumped wildly, and his expression became a little hideous, "Hey, it seems that our kindness is not wanted by others." Since this is the case, then let's not leave our hands behind, and tell the brothers to fight how they want, otherwise, this group of officers and soldiers will really treat my Lao Tzu as a soft persimmon. ”

Zhang Xianzhong didn't quite agree with Zhang Cunmeng's plan, and gave up the valley to the officers and soldiers, which he Zhang Xianzhong really hadn't done. Now it's okay, it's not that I don't want to give it, but that the officers and soldiers don't appreciate it. Siege everywhere, kill the killer, and resist yourself, isn't it too much? In the end, this matter went to the king's leader, and he was justified.

Outside the city, Rao Yonghui's face was happy, and when he saw someone climbing up to the north city, he secretly clenched his fists. In fact, at this time, as long as Rao Yonghui ordered to get out of the way and let the peasant army leave, Zhang Xianzhong would definitely abandon Fugu without hesitation. However, seeing his soldiers and horses hitting the city wall, Rao Yonghui was full of thoughts that he would completely annihilate the enemy army and fight a beautiful battle, how could he let go of a road?

It is a convention to circumference three and lack one. But there are many soldiers and horses under his command, and they are all annihilated, so why do you want to surround three and lack one?

It can be said that the illusion of attacking the city head before made Rao Yonghui have unrealistic illusions. An hour later, Rao Yonghui found that the battle situation had changed dramatically, and the thieves actually burst out with strong combat effectiveness and took back Beicheng in one fell swoop.

At this time, Rao Yonghui was so angry that he brought a few thousand households over, and said: "Waste, it's all a bunch of waste, no matter what method you use, you must bring Fugu back to me." ”

"This ..... Lord Commander, do you want to let go of a road, so that you can ....."

"No, there are so many of us, can't we annihilate the three thousand thieves in the city? Ben will personally supervise the battle, if anyone retreats from the battle, don't use all his strength, don't blame Ben General's knife for not recognizing people! ”

.......

At night, on a high slope, several people gathered. Under the faint moonlight, Zhao Jiu had a cold face and pulled the grass on the ground.

"The general soldier is too much, he doesn't want to think about who is on the other side, that is the yellow tiger Zhang Xianzhong, the border army of the general soldier Cao can't help him, why can we annihilate this person? This battle can't be fought, if we don't fight, there are still people who won't let us live......"

"General Rao doesn't know how terrible Zhang Xianzhong is, and blindly oppresses people with power, what is the use of this? I think, this battle can't be fought, haven't you noticed, this thief didn't use all his strength at all, and it was only after we started killing in Beicheng that they began to fight back, but it's a pity..... Mr. Rao didn't understand, so he had to surround the thieves and not let go....."

Everyone, you say a word to me, of course, it is impossible for Rao Yonghui to know all this.

The siege continued the next day, but this time, within half an hour, the situation on the battlefield changed dramatically. First of all, Zhao Jiu led people to mutiny in the west, and then there were people in the south who mutinied.

The mutinous soldiers turned around and helped the thieves beat their own people.

In this way, the Shanxi soldiers are completely chaotic, how can they not be defeated?