Chapter 126: Suning's decision

Although Suning's concave formation can maximize the advantages of the crossbow array, it is not without its shortcomings. Since Suning placed the military formation in the middle farther away, the pressure on the two wings of the concave formation would increase exponentially. After all, due to the fact that the middle army formation was placed relatively far away, the area that needed to be protected on the two flanks had also increased a lot in disguise.

And because of the steep terrain on both sides near the exit of the trail. The cavalry could not run, and could not fight at all. The Saigo light cavalry, guarding the two wings, could only dismount and fight on foot. The combat strength of the Xixiang Light Cavalry after getting off the war horse, referring to Wang Song's B squadron, can be concluded that it is very scum. It can be said that compared to the spear and shield army formation, which is quite weak in combat power and is specially responsible for protecting the crossbow array, the Saigo light cavalry army distributed on both flanks is the weak point of the entire concave formation.

Suning underestimated Yu He, he didn't expect Yu He to perfectly avoid the trap he had painstakingly set with just one tentative attack, and directly attacked the weak point of the formation. Not only that, Yu He also succeeded in confusing Suning. Yu He used ordinary herdsmen as a shield to attract the attack of the crossbow that posed the greatest threat to the turks, and then used this to cover the turks to attack the two flanks of the Xixiang army. This method of exchanging the sacrifice of the weak for the survival of the strong is quite the style of Sun Bin, a master of the Warring States Art of War.

"Brothers, hold on! There is nothing to be afraid of! As long as we hold on, the crossbowmen brothers will help us shoot these dogs. Looking at the elite Hu people who rushed over with a fierce face, Liu Cun, who was in charge of guarding the right flank of the concave formation, cheered up the Xixiang light cavalry who were barely in a defensive formation. Although he was very unconfident at this time, after all, he was a cavalry general, and it was the first time he commanded the infantry to fight, and he was also a group of lame cameo foot soldiers. In fact, it soon proved that Liu Cunzhen was not suitable for commanding foot soldiers.

When the Hu people rushed to about sixty paces away from the Xixiang light cavalry, Liu Cun immediately ordered the arrows to be released. At this distance, if it's a foot bow, then it will have good lethality. But Liu Cun's light cavalry army only had a bow. In fact, if the Hu people have no armor, at this distance, riding a bow is still somewhat lethal. But at this time, it was the most elite unit of the Yu Cavalry that rushed over. Almost everyone at the front has armor. Although it is only leather armor, it already has a good defense against arrows. Moreover, these commandos with rich combat experience, as soon as they saw the arrows shot by the Saigo light cavalry, they didn't need the commander's order, and reflexively blocked their faces with the wooden shields in their hands and rushed towards the Saigo light cavalry at an accelerated pace. As a result, it was clear that after the first wave of arrows, there were not a few people who fell at all. After the second and third waves of arrows fell, although the distance from the charging Hu cavalry was close, the casualties caused to the Yu cavalry also increased a lot. But it still doesn't add up to much success.

There are only three arrows in battle, and after the three arrows, they will be engaged in a short battle. However, when the Yu Xian cavalry at the front rushed to less than ten paces away from the Saigo light cavalry. The Yu Men in the back actually took out the curved bow in his waist and fired directly at the arrow. In addition to being strong in light cavalry, the Hu people are also very skilled in archery with bows, and as the elite cavalry among the Hu people, they are even better at archery. In fact, if Yu Xiantu Rider releases an arrow when the two sides are about to collide, it is very likely that he will accidentally injure his teammates. However, the Yu Turquoise riders seemed to be very confident, and they didn't look at their teammates in front of them, and directly bent their bows and fired three shots in a row. After shooting the three arrows, he abandoned his bow and drew his sword and continued to charge.

Although the Yu Raid is a little chaotic, what is needed on the battlefield is to be surprised. It is clear that the Saigo Light Cavalry has been recruited. In the face of the arrows that suddenly flew over, Liu Cun, as the commander, made a serious mistake. He was stunned and did not give the order to raise the shield at the first time. Wait for Liu Cun to react under the reminder of the deputy next to him. The first wave of arrows had already fallen. The Saigo Light Cavalry fell on the spot and a large number of Jeans. Since it was rapid-fire, the second and third waves of arrows flew over immediately. However, at this time, Liu Cun had already shouted and ordered to raise a shield to defend against arrows. Although the Saigo Light Cavalry made a defense, there were still many casualties. Of course! The reckless behavior of the remnants was also retributed. More than a dozen warriors who rushed to the front fell to the ground. They were all shot in the back. These brave warriors who dared to fall into battle died like an oolong at the hands of their own people. Let Yu He, who stayed in the back and watch the game, feel a pain in the egg. These warriors were the real elite of the assault cavalry, and they were shot to death by their own people.

But it's also good news for Yu He. That is, the formation of the Saigo light cavalry army, which was attacked by a rain of arrows, was scattered. Then he was scattered by the rushing Yu Shan Tu horse. The two sides immediately fell into a scuffle that was very favorable to the rest of the cavalry. Yu Xiantu cavalry is the elite of Yu Xian, not only good at cavalry combat, but also no worse in foot combat. Unlike the Xixiang Army, which focused on military formation and ignored individual abilities, these assault cavalry usually trained their personal combat skills. In this kind of melee, for these remnants of the cavalry, it is simply like a fish in water. They killed the Saigo light cavalry in misery. Soon Liu Cun had to personally take his personal guards down to boost morale. Although Liu Cun's right flank was more difficult to defend, there were a large number of light cavalry veterans. Although the strength of the melee is not as good as that of Yu Xiantuqi, the difference is not too far. If you bite the bullet, you can barely support it.

But not on the left flank, although the terrain on the left flank is more dangerous than on the right. The number of remnants of the cavalry besieging the left flank was also not very large. But the left wing does not have as many veterans as the right wing. In the face of the fierce attack of their superior cavalry, the Saigo light cavalry on the left flank was unable to fight back. As soon as the two armies clashed, the Saigo light cavalry on the left flank immediately fell to the upper hand. If it weren't for the fact that the squadron leader who was in charge of commanding the operation of the Saigo Light Cavalry Army on the left flank was more courageous and had been struggling to support it. It is likely that the Saigo light cavalry on the left flank would have collapsed long ago. However, looking at the current situation, the Saigo light cavalry on the left flank will not be able to support it for long.

Both flanks of the Saigo concave formation were fighting fiercely. At this time, the most embarrassing thing on the battlefield was Suning and his crossbow array. Since both flanks are out of the melee, the enemy and us are in a staggered situation. In order to prevent accidental injury to his teammates, Suning did not let Zhang Shi shoot indiscriminately. Looking at the two wings that were fighting fiercely, Suning couldn't help at all. The only people he could send to support the flanks were now spear and shield men. But there are still more than 200 people in the Hu people. Suning knew that once he sent out spear and shield soldiers, the Hu people on the opposite side would definitely attack. At that time, without the protection of the spear and shield soldiers, whether it was a kick or an arm, it was a piece of fat in the mouth of the Hu people.

At this time, Suning also knew that if they kept waiting like this, they would be finished sooner or later. Once the left and right flanks are defeated, the remaining middle army formation will definitely not be able to support it.

We can't wait any longer. Something had to be done. Whether it's for the little sister or for the Su family. Looking at the precarious left flank defense, Suning thought to himself.

'It's decided, let's do it!' If a certain battle is killed, the lord will not embarrass the Su family for the sake of the little sister's face. Suddenly, Suning clenched his fists, gritted his teeth, and stared at Yu Xiantu on the left flank and thought in his heart.

After Suning made a decision, he solemnly ordered to the people nearby: "Pass on the order of X, and all the members of the arms and soldiers will support the left flank with X." After a certain departure, the military formation was commanded by Su Lie, the captain of the Zhang Shi! ”

"Second brother, ...... you" Su Lie on the side seemed to know what Suning wanted to do, and with moist eyes, he hurriedly grabbed Suning's arm and said reluctantly.

However, before Su Lie's words were finished, he was interrupted by Suning. Suning said solemnly to Su Lie: "Don't say it again, the military order is like a mountain!" Obey orders! ”

"No!" Su Lie knew that Suning had already made up his mind, but he didn't have any good way to answer.

"Later, if so-and-so doesn't come back. You should immediately lead your troops to retreat! Bang told the younger sister, 'The second brother didn't disgrace him'. After Su Lie agreed, Suning suddenly said softly to him.

"Second brother, don't ......" Su Lie knew what Suning was doing this for, but he couldn't say anything to dissuade him. I could only cry vigorously. This war needs a man who bears the blame.

"The Su clan will rely on you in the future!" Looking at Su Lie, who was choking, Suning didn't say anything comforting, just patted Su Lie's shoulder and said.

Then Suning carried weapons on his back and took his arms, and the soldiers slowly left under Su Lie's reluctant gaze.

War is cruel, and it is the same for everyone.