Xiao Hong led more than 20,000 Liao soldiers to move forward slowly, and the shield bearers and archers were always vigilant. Xiao Hong's life has not been easy these days. There was a flock of 2,000 Jeju cavalry roaming around. Fight and not fight. Fight and can't go. Often rushed up. Shoot a few arrows and run away. Those who disturb are restless day and night. Fortunately, Zhao County is dozens of miles ahead. Although Zhao County's troops are not many. The walls are not high. But with the walls to maintain it, it was difficult for the cavalry to play a role. When you arrive in Zhao County, you can let the brothers get a good night's sleep.

Right now. Then he heard the trumpet sound. Thousands of cavalry appeared on the southern horizon. Look at the banner is none other than Ruda of the Jeju Army. This stupid monk has a tendon. The battle was fierce. And that Zhao Long. claimed to be a descendant of Zhao Yun. Fight hard and fight hard.

"Formation. Archers prepare. Xiao Hong ordered.

The quality of the Liao soldiers led by Xiao Hong is still very high. At the sound of an order, the soldiers methodically set up their spears and shields. The archers have their hard bows ready.

Although the cavalry of the Jeju army had only more than 2,000 light cavalry. But the momentum of the charge was strong. The horses' hooves trample the earth. Kick up dry and cold dust. The fluttering capes of the cavalry were so windy.

Ruda leads the way. In his hand was a large Divine Arm Crossbow. "Haha. Brothers. Come on. Collapse the Liao soldiers. ”

The hundreds of cavalry behind him were all holding the same divine arm crossbows. It was more than 200 meters away from the Liao soldiers before the arrows were released. Feathered arrows whizzed past. Most hit the shield. But there were also a few who fell among the unprotected Liao soldiers. The sharp edge of the crossbow arrow tore through the thin armor of the Liao soldiers. Burst. Shoot in front. Shot out of the back.

Zhao Long's eyes are good. Said: "This round of shooting killed more than 100 Liao soldiers. It's getting harder and harder. Retreat. ”

Ruda said: "Don't retreat. Shoot another round in a different direction. ”

Ruda led his troops back with his troops. Another angle. Give the Liao soldiers another round of crossbow arrows. This time the casualties were slightly larger. After seeing the results and being satisfied, he and Zhao Long led the cavalry to retreat several miles away. Looking at the Liao soldiers from afar.

Zhao Long was greedy. Said: "Great monk." If we have 2,000 divine arm crossbows, these 20,000 Liao soldiers will not be able to enter Zhao County. ”

Ruda smiled: "You don't want to be a sprinkler." I mentioned it to General Chao several times. General Chao also has General Chao's difficulties. There are many soldiers and generals. Be fair. It can't just be biased towards the team of the Sprinklers. Besides, the Divine Arm Crossbow is a very expensive weapon. The process is complex. Production is slow. ”

Zhao Long said: "This is also known." Let's go on next. And also this fly tactic. ”

Luda said: "The Liao soldiers have entered the county seat of Zhao County. The walls are not tall though. But our cavalry can't do anything about it. Our team was already waiting on the bank of the Hutuo River. Let's go and report. Obey the Lord's arrangement. ”

Zhao Long said: "But Wang Jin, who is known as the first head of Tokyo." ”

"It's this person. Battalion Commander Wang. He is now the chief general of the Northern Route Army. The Sprinkle family and Pang Wanchun, as well as you as the deputy general. Wang Jinsa's house does not need to be introduced. Fame. Pang Wanchun is also an extraordinary person. He has a nickname called the Sharpshooter. Shoot someone in the throat from a hundred paces away, and you will never shoot to the chin. We have reached the state of transcendent sanctification. ”

Zhao Long was also stunned when he heard it. Luda, Zhao Long, still knows this person very well. This great monk seldom praises others. Once the person he praises, he must have real skills.

Zhao Long said: "I also want to see them more and more." Meet these two unusual futures. ”

"Haha. I'll see you tomorrow. The Sprinkle family hasn't seen them for a long time. Ruda said.

No words that day. Luda and Zhao Long drove dozens of miles north. Camp early that day. At noon the next day, they rushed to the south bank of the Hutuo River at the Zhending Mansion and joined the armies of Wang Jin and Pang Wanchun.

Wang Jin and Pang Wanchun brought more than 10,000 cavalry. Plus thousands of craftsmen. Claimed to be 20,000 cavalry. In fact, only 2,000 of the 10,000 cavalrymen had actual combat experience. The other 8,000 men were cavalry reserves. Or cavalrymen who never took part in battle. There is no way around it. The time for the establishment of the Jeju army is too short. Well-equipped and well-trained. But real combat experience does not work. However, Wang Jin is an expert in using cavalry. Pang Wanchun's trained archers were also very well-trained. Therefore, Chao Gai sent Wang Jin and Pang Wanchun to cut off the back road of the Liao soldiers.

The arrival of Luda and Zhao Long, Wang Jin is still very happy. The team was personally assigned a camp. Zhao Long saw Wang Jin for the first time. I feel that this person is too ordinary. The big brother next door is average. Not tall. Not in good health. People believe that he is a teacher. But the instinct of being a military general. Zhao Long can still clearly feel that Dao Wang Jin is a restrained master. It felt like Lu Junyi's feelings.

Luda asked Wang Jin: "What kind of combat mission has been arranged for the battalion of the Sprinkle family?" ”

Wang Jin said: "The tasks are all arranged. Let's go to the room and talk. ”

A few officers such as Lu Da and Zhao Long followed Wang Jin to the room. The quarters in the army are relatively simple. It's just a grass hut to protect from the wind and rain. But the smell here is delicious. Ruda sniffed and said, "Mutton soup." There is also coriander. This taste is called a positive. ”

Wang Jin said: "It's not just coriander. Ginger was also added. I am afraid that your march and battle will not be less than a thousand miles away. The soldiers were already exhausted. The first combat mission is to recuperate. Eat it well for a few days. Sleep for a few days. ”

"Good. Then the Sprinkle family is welcome. Ruda said.

The preparation of military supplies is still very adequate. The soldiers ate well. Drink well. You can eat one meal of meat a day. Where there are unwell soldiers, the military doctor also prescribes medicine to recuperate. The horses ridden are also examined by a veterinarian. Use forage to recuperate. to ensure combat effectiveness. The soldiers brought by Luda and Zhao Long were also not assigned the task of night patrol. A real break. This is a real relief.

Zhao Long was also tired. No one is made of iron. The fly tactics for several days in a row, although disturbing the Liao soldiers, were not at peace. The consumption of the same self is also very large. Both men and horses are physically exhausted.

Zhao Long sighed: "I understand where the combat effectiveness of the Jeju Army comes from. Generals and officers treat soldiers as human beings. Brotherly thoughtfulness. Eat well. Wear warm. In addition, the generals continue to explain the big truth. So what soldier does not fight with his life. ”

Luda said: "What you say is extremely true. The food of the Jeju Army is the best I have ever seen. Compared with the original food of the Western Army, it is simply pig and dog food. Officers withheld their salaries. Replace the new rice with the old rice. There is still sand in the old rice.

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