Chapter 76: Atonement for Sins with Death (II)
Tonight is full of clouds and no moon and there are no stars and moons, so it seems to be a good time to launch a sneak attack. But this is also a kind of torment for the Ming army guarding the head of the city, because of the relationship between the sky and the distance, when Guan Changxing and they advanced for a while, they could not see the slightest movement, and they did not know when they would appear outside the Mongolian camp, let alone what would happen next.
Everyone looked forward to the darkness in front of them, and their hearts were full of torment. Ding Yueqian glanced at Yang Chen beside him: "Seriously, even when I led the troops to attack the enemy by myself, I was not as nervous as I am today." Do you think they can do it? ”
"It is up to people to make things happen, and it's up to heaven to make things happen." Yang Chen suddenly threw out such a sentence, which made the listeners feel a little too casual, but he immediately said: "But this is my Ming Dynasty's territory, and this day is also my Ming Dynasty's bright blue sky, I believe that the sky will definitely make us successful!" ”
"Well said!" Zhengde's eyes lit up when he heard this: "My Ming soldiers should have such courage and courage!" Even though the Tartar forces outside the city are indeed far superior to mine, if we don't even have this bit of confidence, how can we break the enemy? When Taizu Taizong was able to lead a large army to drive the Tartars out of the Central Plains and drive them to the far north of the desert arctic, although I am not good, I must also follow the example of my ancestors and break this great enemy! ”
The effect of the emperor's words was still quite significant, and it soon made the confidence of the people who were originally a little frightened increase sharply, and their eyes looking ahead became firm. Everyone's eyes revealed a meaning, this attack will definitely destroy the siege weapons of the Tartars and cut off one of their arms.
There was another silent wait, and suddenly Yang Chen's eyes narrowed, and he looked forward fixedly: "What is that?" As he spoke, his hand pointed to the left front.
Ding Yueqian immediately looked in the direction of his finger, and his heartbeat was also urgent: "Yes...... Firelight! ”
As soon as these words fell, a little light suddenly swelled up in the darkness ahead, and then burned into a large area, which was the fire that could destroy everything. At the same time, a panicked shout also faintly floated from miles away, although it was impossible to hear what those Mongolian people were shouting, but it was already clear in everyone's hearts, and everyone's faces were filled with ecstasy: "It is finished!" They've finally got it! "Everybody just wants the fire to burn bigger and last longer.
It seems that even God is on the side of the Ming army this time, and suddenly a strong wind blows from the north. Under the blowing of the wind, the fire of this fire spread completely, and it was out of control, almost becoming a fire in the plain, constantly extending to the front and back, left and right.
Although the distance is still far away, in the darkness, the sky-high fire is so vivid, completely exposed to the eyes of the soldiers. Some of those with excellent eyesight could see the crowd running like headless flies in the light of the fire, and it was clear that the sudden fire had caused far more harm to the Mongolian people than had been hoped, not only the baggage, but also the tents, and even the horses and warriors themselves.
After understanding this, the defenders of the city immediately let out bursts of cheers, thus echoing the chaotic exclamations of the Mongolian people in front of them. Many people had a smile on their faces, and although the battle was far from victory, the sight of the enemy in such a disarray, it was enough to boost everyone's morale.
Yang Chen's expression was solemn after laughing, and he secretly sighed. Because he knew very well that such a great achievement was obtained by Guan Changxing and more than 100 other soldiers who sacrificed their lives. Judging from the heavy blow of the fire to the Mongols, I am afraid that their fate will be very miserable. The angry Mongols will surely tear these hundred brave Ming soldiers to pieces like wild beasts!
Lei Ming and Ding Yueqian also obviously thought of this layer, and their expressions were a little more emotional. Because the two of them had also thought of risking their troops out of the city before, so that they would be the ones who were trapped in death at this time.
It's Zhengde, although there was a little sadness in his expression at first, but he quickly adjusted back: "Guan Changxing and other soldiers have made great contributions to my Ming Dynasty this time, and they have become benevolent, and I will remember them!" They have washed away their sins by their actions and their generosity in dying, and I think that all the previous sins can be forgiven! ”
"Your Majesty Shengming, if Guan Changxing and them can know about this, they must be grateful!" Lei Ming immediately bowed down and thanked his two subordinates. He knew too well what this meant, once the Son of Heaven gave such a will, Guan Changxing and their family would no longer be treated as criminals. Maybe that's the best outcome for them......
Subsequently, the others also came back to their senses and bowed down to Zhengde and praised: "Your Majesty is Shengming." We will learn from them to serve the imperial court, stick to the bias pass, and protect my Great Wall defense line! ”
"Good!" Zhengde smiled with satisfaction, stepped forward and helped Lei Ming up: "I believe in you. Soon, the onslaught of the Tartars is coming, I hope you can be like Guan Changxing and them, go all out, and guard my bias pass! ”
"Go all out and keep me off! Go all out and keep my bias! The soldiers immediately shouted in response, and their voices quickly converged and sent far ahead. At this time, the morale of the defenders of Guanzhong had reached its peak.
Only Yang Chen and a few others had a trace of doubt in their hearts at this time, why would the emperor be so sure that the Mongolian people would attack the Eccentric Pass next? Judging from the losses just now, they should have the idea of retiring.
After all, they had suffered a lot of losses under the guarding artillery before, and now they have folded a lot of baggage, and the morale of the army is still extremely low, even if the little prince is ambitious, it is time to learn to stop in moderation, right? Otherwise, wouldn't he be afraid that he would break the blood flow under this eccentric pass, and finally bury a lifetime of wisdom?
You must know that the grassland talks about the respect of the strong by the weak, but it is not that you have the blood of the golden family and can command everyone in the name of the Great Khan. If his clan is too damaged and its vitality is greatly damaged, it is likely that he will be seized power. This point has been vividly embodied by the original Warat people, and the shrewdness of the little prince will not know this truth?
However, as courtiers, they can't ask Zhengde what happened, so they can only put this question in their hearts for the time being, and only look at the next development.
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The little prince was almost mad at this time, he really didn't expect such a change to happen suddenly.
The Ming army, which was supposed to be stuck in the partial pass, actually sent only a team of 100 people, which caused extremely terrible consequences to their own country. Not only was a torch burned to the barracks where all kinds of siege equipment were stored, but also a lot of grain and grass were burned with his hands, and even the barracks and horse sheds were affected. This series of sabotage has dealt a very serious blow to the Mongolian people, making the whole army, which was already demoralized because of the previous setbacks, become more and more uneasy, and I am afraid that tomorrow many clan chiefs will propose to withdraw from the army with them.
What made the little prince even more angry was that in the face of such a team of no more than 100 people, the team of 1,000 people he sent to exterminate could not succeed, but they broke into his golden tent and set it on fire, making the situation more and more unfavorable.
"Great Khan, the fire is getting bigger and bigger, for your safety, let's evacuate for the time being." Bohul came over and persuaded him with a nervous expression.
"I'm not leaving. I have never been so embarrassed by hundreds of people in the grasslands for many years, and I will never back down. Listen to me, I'll give you the last bucket of milk, if you can't wipe out this Ming army, you don't have to come to see me alive! The little prince categorically rejected the other party's request, and stepped forward and grabbed his collar and shouted, spitting Xingzi directly splashed him in the face.
But Bohuer didn't even dare to wipe it, but replied solemnly: "Yes, I will personally lead people to charge, even if I die, I will kill all these hateful barbarians!" With that, he turned and walked out. He also knew how hard this incident had hit his own Great Khan, and the loss of his prestige could really cause irreparable results.
But in fact, he and the little prince were a little too nervous, and the situation was not as critical as they thought. After all, Guan Changxing and they only have about 100 people, although they set fire all the way and fight to the death, but with the continuous fighting, the number of people is also decreasing, and there are only about 20 people who can fight at this time.
In the face of rounds of attacks by thousands of Mongolian people, these Ming soldiers who came with the determination to die were finally exhausted, and even the steel knives in their hands had been cut to the edges, and they could only stand between the two tents, making the last struggle.
All of them were wounded, and one of Gao Bao's arms had been cut off, barely supported. It's only about Changxing, who looks a little better, but his expression is already very grim: "I'm afraid we won't be able to stop the next attack." Brothers, it's me Guan Changxing who can't stand you, I can't pay it back in this life, I can only wait for the next life to repay your love! ”
"General Guan, our brother has never regretted following you. This time I am loyal to the country, and there is no possibility of regret! Everyone said calmly.
"Good...... All my good brothers. I did something wrong before, so let me Guan Changxing use my own death to wash away this crime! As he spoke, the chief got up excitedly, stood in front of everyone with a knife in his chest. And those soldiers also rose silently, raised their knives in their hands, and looked resolute and fearless, waiting for the final moment to come.
Suddenly, the terrible trumpet sounded again, and thousands of Mongols shouted and outflanked them from all sides like a tidal wave. Soon, dozens of wounded soldiers were swallowed up and annihilated by the torrent of the Mengren......