Chapter 111: The Great War Begins

The fiefdom of the Southern Han Kingdom was in the north of Wuyue, although the territory was not large, but because of the unique geographical conditions and ethnic inheritance, the local people developed a fierce and warlike habit. In addition, there are many rivers and lakes in the region, and most of the people, regardless of age and age, are proficient in water, so the combat effectiveness of the Southern Han Army on the water is famous all over the world, and it can be called the first in the world!

The Southern Han Dynasty and the Zhao State were separated by hundreds of miles from north to south, and they were originally incompatible, and there was no old grudge. However, this time, the king of the Southern Han still agreed to the war against Zhao launched by the king of Qin without hesitation. The reason is simple, simply because Nanhan was promised a huge reward for his wealth. This wealth was extremely needed by the king of the Southern Han Dynasty, who was financially constrained in the country because of his vigorous efforts to build warships. Moreover, the relationship between the King of Qin and the King of Han was also extraordinary, and their respective queens turned out to be sisters of the same mother. With this deep relationship, Lu Qi, the king of the Southern Han Dynasty, is naturally obliged to take advantage of this military action initiated by the king of Qin.

The Southern Han army was 100,000, with a total of more than 40,000 sailors, and this time he sent a total of more than 20,000 and nearly 100 large and small warships.

The Southern Han Army, which is the best in the world in water warfare, once dispatched, boasts of success on its horse, and it is bound to win! The general who led the troops was named Bai Chu and was known as the first general of the Han Kingdom. Before he left the royal capital Guangling, he solemnly swore to the King of Han that if he did not take Longcheng lightly in this battle, he would never quit and return to Han.

Han Wang Lu Qi was not worried about what they would lose. Let's not say that the Han army's warships are invincible, but only that it is the geographical convenience of this war, and they have already won the battle. The warships of the Han army traced the river from Guangling, but they could turn into the Chu River, an important tributary of the river, but they could turn into the Chu River, an important tributary of the river, and go straight down the river from the confluence of the two rivers, and 500 miles away was the territory of the Zhao State. And the Chu River is passing through the mountains at the southern foot of the Nine Elements Mountain, and if the Han army looks for a landing site from there and breaks through to Longcheng, there is only an hour left.

It was the turn of spring and summer, and it had just rained heavily for a few days, and the water surface on the river was wide and mighty. Hundreds of warships, chopping waves, majestic all the way forward. It's the perfect time and place.

"God helps, too! The state of Zhao deserves to perish. ”

Bai Chu, the general standing on the bow of the ship, watched the steep mountains on both sides of the strait being left far behind, he crossed his hands on his waist and was full of spirit. Bai Chu, as a famous general of the Han State, has always been arrogant and conceited. For the Zhao Kingdom that had already died after defeating the Zhao King Chu Lie, if he couldn't be the first to enter Dragon City, then how could he be worthy of his proud heart that regarded the heroes of the world as nothing!

And the person standing beside him, in addition to the naval army general of the Han Kingdom, there was another person wearing cloth clothes, but it was Jiang Song, the master of the Gongzi Mansion who left Dragon City overnight. Hearing Bai Chu's sigh, he responded with a smile on his beard.

"Huh! The general is going, breaking the dragon city, and making the first contribution, this is undoubtedly a thing! ”

"Hahaha! You can say that again. If it is really as Mr. said, then I will never forget that there is also a credit to you! ”

Hearing that it was rare for him to say such polite words, Jiang Song hurriedly waved his hand, indicating that he would never dare to take it. Then he saw Bai Chu look around, and asked lightly.

"Childe Liangsheng has all been arranged?"

"The eldest prince is resting in the cabin, if he will

If there is anything else that Jun needs to ask, I will go and ask him to come over. ”

"Not really. Just let him rest well. When he arrived at the foot of the Nine Elements Mountain in the middle of the Chu River, it was not too late to wake him up. With his help this time, we will definitely get twice the result with half the effort, not only will we be able to land smoothly, but also greatly reduce the casualties of the Han army. Such a useful character, he must not be neglected! ”

"I don't have to worry about these generals, I'll naturally take care of them. It's just the thing that my young master told me, don't forget it, general! ”

Jiang Song's eyes flashed, although he had always been a scribe, but in fact, this person's skills were also very powerful. I have been a spy in Zhao for so many years, and I have been ordered to carry out several major missions, and I have never missed, which is enough to explain everything. Bai Chu waved his hand and said nonchalantly.

"What a big deal! Since the unequaled son wants Chu Jiangmian by name, then please rest assured. After breaking through Dragon City, as long as he falls into the hands of the Han army, I will definitely spare his life and hand it over to you to deal with personally. ”

As a famous general in the world, Bai Chu has never taken a mere prince of Zhao Guojun to heart. In his eyes, except for the fear of King Chulie of Zhao, the other generals of Zhao State, he regarded them as nothing. His goal is to bring back the treasury wealth of Zhao, but he is not a bullshit prince.

Jiang Song narrowed his eyes and calculated the distance closer and closer to Zhao State. He had the heart to remind him a few more words, asking this proud general not to underestimate Chu Jiangmian's power too much, but after thinking about it, he dispelled this idea again. In fact, even he thinks that Zhao Guo is definitely in a catastrophe this time. Although he had heard of Chu Jiangmian's methods from Nie Wushuang's mouth, seeing that the three-way army was about to enter the city, what was the use of some personal cleverness?

On the day the city was broken, the jade was burned. The century-old foundation of the Zhao State is about to be destroyed, and King Chulie of Zhao is afraid that he will die...... Thinking of the tragic situation that Long Cheng was about to face, even he, the enemy, couldn't help but sigh a little.

It's just that the spy of the Qin State who is at the forefront of the tide with Fu Jian has imagined several possibilities in his heart at the moment, but he never imagined that after only one night, all his ideas will not be possible to come true. Perhaps the only thing he had a hunch of correctness was that it was tragic, very tragic! But it was not Zhao Guo who suffered this outcome, but the Southern Han naval army that came from the rivers!

"Can anyone tell me how long it will take to get to Qixia Ridge in Zhao Kingdom?"

Hearing the general's inquiry, a skilful sailor spying on the sentry immediately jumped on the bow of the big ship and reported loudly.

"General Qiyu, tomorrow, you can enter the waters of the Chu River, which belongs to the Zhao State, and after two hours, you can reach the vicinity of Qixia Ridge at the southern foot of the Nine Elements Mountain!"

"Excellent! I have ordered all the soldiers to rest well tonight and start preparing for battle tomorrow morning. After entering the territory of Zhao State, go all out on guard, shoot all the fishing boats and people you encounter along the coast, and don't leak the news in advance! ”

The generals around him bowed down to listen to the order, and then went separately to arrange their respective teams. They all already knew the battle plan formulated by General Bai Chu, and with the eldest prince of Zhao as a guide, all the warships would go down the river and directly arrive at Qixialing. From there, after landing and entering the Nine Elements Mountains, there is a nearest road that can be reached directly

Dragon City. This combat path has been studied in detail several times by them, and they unanimously agree that it is very feasible.

"If this is calculated, we will definitely arrive in Dragon City two days earlier than Qin Wei's army! King Chulie of Zhao may never have imagined that it was this eldest prince who betrayed Zhao Guo, right? Hehe! ”

"The general doesn't need to say much. The so-called person who knows the times is Junjie! Childe Liangsheng is also for self-protection...... Otherwise, if he stays in Dragon City, sooner or later he will die at the hands of others. ”

"Sir, don't be suspicious, I don't mean to laugh at him at all. It's just a little curious, and when the two sons of King Zhao who became prisoners of the ladder see their brother, they don't know how they will feel? Hahaha! ”

On the bow of the ship, Bai Chu, a general of the Southern Han Dynasty, and Jiang Song, a spy of the Qin State, laughed at each other, both full of confidence in tomorrow's battle to destroy the country.

And at this same moment, in the Fushou Hall of Jinxiang Palace, Chu Jiangmian, who was standing on the long steps, looked at the last ray of light hidden in the sky, and finally waited for the news he had been waiting for for a long time. After waving his hand to dispel the Thousand Machine Pavilion spies who were rushing like sparks, he withdrew his gaze, turned around and strode to the battle sand table, and pressed his fingers heavily on the position of a small flag. At this moment, there was a clear unusual fluctuation in this tone.

"They're finally here...... It was a day earlier than I expected! This general of the Southern Han Dynasty really understands my mind too well. That way, we'll have a lot more time. What a day...... Enough to prepare for two larger battles. If Bai Chu has a big life and is lucky enough not to die, I will treat him to a meal and send him on his way! ”

In the palace, where the light was slightly dimmed, there were about twenty people sitting or standing. If someone from the outside sees these people clearly, they will be surprised. Because no one would have thought that these royal court ministers, including Minister of State Fei Yi, veteran Zheng Liancheng, Gou Wuxian, Shangda Doctor Zizhong and several other important political ministers, would be secretly gathered here at this time.

And they will remain here from now until the end of the war. Guard the coffin of their former king and witness the rise of a new king!

"Your Highness, will the warships of the Southern Han Navy really pass by Qixialing?"

Unlike Chu Jiangmian's relaxed expression, Minister of State Fei Yi looked solemn. In order to cooperate with Chu Jiangmian's battle plan, after returning from Jiuxing Mountain, he was willing to endure humiliation and bear heavy burdens to create a false impression to the outside world, just to make it easy for the enemy to fall for the plan because of his carelessness. Now it seems to be working. It's just that the only thing he is worried about now is that if the Southern Han Army changes its plans, the threat it poses will be too great at such a close distance from Dragon City!

"Don't worry! Bai Chu was arrogant, in order to achieve the first achievement, he would definitely do everything possible to launch an attack in advance of the Qin and Wei army. And Gongzi Liangsheng, who went to surrender, gave him such a good opportunity, what reason would he not grasp it firmly?! ”

Hearing Chu Jiangmian's confident tone, everyone else, including the senior master Zizhong, was shocked in their hearts. It wasn't until now that they knew that not only Fei Yi had already been willing to serve his dogs and horses, but even Gongzi Liangsheng had also used it for him! Such a method is really powerful! And they, who were forced to kidnap and put them on the chariot, can no longer regret it.