Compared with the battle of Huguan, the battle of Yan Liang was a little difficult. The army under his command was all light cavalry and chariots, and there were not even soldiers besieging the city. If the enemy does not come out, there is really nothing to be done.

From Hedong County to the north, three hundred miles away, is the Lishi of Xihe County.

It is very close to Shicheng and Taiyuan County.

If Yan Liang can break through here, attack into Taiyuan County, and insert a knife in Yuan Shang's heart, it will be a fatal blow.

It is about ten miles east of the stone city.

Yan Liang's army was stationed here.

Originally, he wanted to make a surprise attack on Lishi City, but Yuan Shang had already prepared for it, and put 30,000 elites there, which were well-equipped and could not be easily attacked.

"Lishi Chengjian, we don't have siege equipment, how can we deal with the enemy?" Yan Liang sat in the tent with a sad face. In front of him, there were two rows of generals, all of whom didn't know what to do.

"Why didn't the lord transfer our infantry army? Although the infantry army was slower, they were indispensable for the siege. Kui Gu, the general in Yan Liang's army, said.

"The infantry army is all there.... Maybe the lord wanted me to make a surprise attack. Or maybe... The lord didn't expect me to conquer Lishi at all, but just asked me to contain the enemy's soldiers and horses to buy Gao Ran a little time. Yan Liang guessed.

"But..."

Yan Liang raised his head suddenly and said, "We have 40,000 iron cavalry and 5,000 chariots in our hands. With such a strong military force, even if I encounter Yuan Shang's main force, I am confident that it will be annihilated. Just pinned down .... It's also too big and too big. ”

"So, no matter how difficult it is, I will definitely conquer Lishi and enter Taiyuan!"

"Generals, do you have a good idea?"

Bai Huan, the general of the former Montenegrin Army, said: "The last general suggested that troops be transferred from Hedong County. Only 5,000 siege echelons are needed, and with our help, we will definitely be able to conquer the city in one fell swoop. ”

Transferring troops from Hedong County?

Yan Liang didn't think about it, but he didn't dare to do it.

Why?

Cao Cao's army, already approaching Banpujin, could enter Hedong at any time. If the troops of Hedong County are transferred, what should be done if the enemy army comes to attack?

"Ugh...."

Yan Liang sighed, shook his head, and did not take his suggestion.

"The general is worried about Cao Cao, right?" Bai Huan asked.

"Hmm."

Bai Huan said with a smile: "There is a way for the last general, which can not only transfer troops to come, but also not delay the war in Hedong County." On the contrary, it is easier to hold Hedong County. ”

"There's such a good way, why didn't you say it earlier?"

"The last general also just came up with it."

"Say it quickly, say it quickly..."

"Yes."

Bai Huan said: "The general will exchange 5,000 iron cavalry for 5,000 infantry troops in Hedong County, isn't it okay?" If Cao Cao enters Hedong County, our 5,000 iron cavalry will be stronger than the 5,000 infantry army, right? And the tens of thousands of iron horsemen in our hands are enough to defeat Yuan Shang, so why do we need so many? ”

"That's right..."

Yan Liang thought about it and laughed: "What a good idea!" ”

"The general thinks it's feasible?"

"Well, it works!" After Yan Liang smiled, he waved his hand and said, "General Bai Huan, you will lead an army of 5,000 and return to Hedong County to transfer troops." Within five days, the infantry army was transferred. Don't forget to stock up on some siege equipment. We're going to storm the city! ”

"The last will obey."

Bai Huan was ordered to leave the account.

................

In the blink of an eye, a few days later.

Bai Huan took 5,000 elite foot soldiers from the garrison in Hedong County, and in exchange, he left 5,000 light cavalry.

After returning to Lishi, he and Yan Liang attacked the city.

There are 30,000 enemy troops stationed from Stone City, and they have already made adequate preparations. Just like the kettle, there are a large number of equipment, and the combat effectiveness is very strong. Not only that, but the fire oil in Lishi City was not destroyed, which was a devastating weapon.

Yan Liang's siege was blocked, and he reached a stalemate with the enemy.

And at this time...

Jiao Touch, who was ordered to attack Yanmen Pass, has also arrived at Yanmen Pass. The city defense of Yanmen Pass is stronger than Huguan! Because this is an important town to resist the Xiongnu and Xianbei, for many years, no matter which prince manages, it has been continuously strengthened. The city is four zhang high and three zhang thick, which is taller than Luoyang, the eastern capital.

In the face of such a city, Jiao was a little helpless.

No matter how good the siege equipment is, it can't be used before the city pass. Forced use will only increase the casualties of the besieging forces.

Chen Deng, the military advisor who went out with Jiao Touch, suggested: "It's better to try to lure the enemy out of the city and destroy them outside the city." When the time comes, the siege will be twice the result with half the effort. In one fell swoop. ”

"Luring out of the city? I don't think they're going to come out. In the tent, Jiao sighed: "It's the first time I've seen Yanmen Pass. I thought that his city defense was not as good as Yecheng, but I didn't expect it to be thicker than Luoyang city defense. I didn't expect it. ”

"Hey, it's up to people." Chen Deng smiled: "I have already thought of a plan, maybe I can lure the enemy out of the city." ”

"Oh? The military advisor has a plan, come quickly. "Burnt surprise.

Chen Deng said: "The enemy general stationed at Yanmen Pass is named Gao Gan, who is Yuan Shang's cousin and the nephew of the first lord. When the ancestor was alive, he was a general and served as the assassin of the state. Later, Yuan Shang was changed to the history of the state assassin, and he was recalled to Jizhou to serve. Now that he is working for Yuan Shang, will he be a little dissatisfied in his heart? Although he usually doesn't show it, if there is an opportunity, or an opportunity, will he betray Yuan Shang? ”

"You mean, send someone to persuade you to surrender?"

"No, no, the high cadres will not be lowered, unless..."

Chen Deng spoke in a hurry, but he was anxious, and said impatiently: "Oh, Mr. Chen, if you have anything to say, don't stop halfway." ”

"Yes." Chen Deng said: "Unless we promise him that after capturing the state, we will appoint him as the assassin of the state." Or maybe become. But that's not enough. We must first lure him out of the city and put him in a desperate situation. or in an unfavorable situation, he may betray Yuan Shang and seek a good future for himself. And how to lead out of the city? This is going to take advantage of the Huns.... ”

"The Xiongnu and Yuan Shang hooked up, they have long been people on the same boat, if the Xiongnu came to aid Gao Gan, but they were besieged outside the city and asked Gao Gan for help, would Gao Gan go out of the city to help? I thought that I could give it a try. ”

"As long as Gao Gan is out of the city, whether he surrenders or not, we can inflict heavy damage on him. When the Yanmen Pass is attacked again, it will be much easier. ”

Chen Deng talked for a long time, but Jiao Touch was in the clouds.

He thought for a while, scratched his head and said, "Mr. Chen, where are the Huns?" They didn't come to the rescue of Gao Gan? ”

"The Huns are us. Didn't the general capture a lot of Hun clothes and weapons? Equip an Iron Rider with those. If you don't get to the high material, you can't see it. Chen Deng said.

"yes, I didn't think of that." Anxiety suddenly realized.

"Mr. Chen, you gave me a clever plan. Gao Gan is afraid of offending the Huns, and he will definitely send troops to help, and then he will be annihilated in one fell swoop, hahaha... The more I thought about it, the more excited I became.