A crazy kill, Duan Lang didn't give this escort army any chance to live. However, he still couldn't bear to burn all the grain and grass when he ran out of grain, so he asked Zhou Long to lead people to transport some of the grain and grass into the county town and hide it. Even if they are found by those refugees who fled the famine, it can be regarded as leaving them with some life.

In the city of Landu, Han Pingzi's face was pale, and Lu Mu was also gloomy. Jiang Quan's 70,000 horses were still a step late. Seeing the corpses all over the field, Jiang Quan couldn't help but be angry. It can be seen from the circumstances of the death that Duan Lang's team did not give them a chance to surrender at all.

Han Pingzi cursed angrily, but Lu Mu had some doubts in his heart, he didn't understand how Duan Lang knew the whereabouts of the grain transportation team. It should be said that the section of the road that was attacked was very safe. After passing through Dingluo County, it will not be long before you can meet Jiang Quan's army. How could it be such a coincidence, Duan Lang attacked the grain transportation brigade in a place that Lu Mu thought was safe. In this, Lu Mu didn't know if there were other factors.

Looking at the angry Han Pingzi, Lu Mu said, "Han Shuai, don't be too angry. Our grain and grass were transported in three times, and if we lost this time, as long as we kept the next two batches of grain and grass, it would not be a problem. It's just that our back road was unimpeded in the past, but now it's a bit difficult. ”

Han Pingzi looked at Lu Mu and asked, "Lu Mu, what is your best strategy in the face of this situation?" ”

Lu Mu thought for a moment and said, "Han Shuai, there are three strategies that are feasible. First, sending a large army to encircle and suppress is bound to eradicate Duan Lang's troops and horses. However, they are all light cavalry, and they are very fast in action, and it is difficult for our soldiers and horses to form an encirclement trend. But fortunately, they have no logistical supply support, as long as they continue to pursue and encircle, sooner or later they will drag down Duan Lang's army. ”

Han Pingzi shook his head, "It's difficult, from Landu City to the Two Realms Mountain, the terrain of the mountains, forests, rivers and sources is complex, which is very suitable for concealment. Even if we can find it, we can't contain it. If they run out of ammunition, it will take a lot of time. ”

"The second strategy is a clumsy method, send the corresponding army, and go to the Two Realms Mountain all the way to protect the arrival of grain and grass."

"Lu Mu, Duan Lang's team is very strong in combat, even if it sends an army of 70,000, I'm afraid it will be difficult to compete with them." Han Pingzi said worriedly.

"Yes, I have personally seen their camp and training. If it's cavalry against cavalry, we don't have a chance of winning at all. But the cavalry has his weaknesses, as long as 20,000 hookers and 30,000 longbow battalions follow, even if Duan Lang eats our men and horses, he will hurt me by 1,000 and lose 800. I think it's worth it for such a war damage exchange. ”

Han Pingzi was slightly stunned and nodded, "Then what is the third strategy?" ”

"The third strategy is the next policy, and the army of Landu City cannot be without food and grass. If the supply was really cut off by Duan Lang, he could only send a large army to continue to loot all the surrounding county capitals. In addition, Landu City also had to expel a large number of civilians and leave grain and grass behind. In that case, I am afraid that a large number of displaced people will starve to death. It is even said that it will be difficult for the Northwest to assimilate them in the future. ”

"Then use the second strategy first, Ben Shuai really wants to consume Duan Lang's elite to the west of Landu City." Han Pingzi said angrily.

Lu Mu thought for a while, "Han Shuai, for the sake of safety, the route of the grain and grass this time will be drawn up by you and me. I really want to know if Duan Lang happened by chance, or if he really knew the route of our grain transportation. ”

Han Pingzi nodded, "From the Two Realms Mountain to the Landu City, it only takes a day and a half to speed up. But it takes three to four days for the grain and grass to arrive. Otherwise, after the grain and grass are escorted into the line for a day, our side will immediately send cavalry to meet it. With such a preparation, I don't believe that they can still intercept grain and grass. ”

"Okay, then I'll fly a pigeon and pass a message to inform the army left behind in the Two Realms Mountains to transport the second batch of grain and grass over. Han Shuai, do you think it's appropriate to take that route this time? Lu Mu asked.

Han Pingzi looked at Lu Mu, "What do you think?" ”

The two looked at each other, and Lu Mu said softly, "The original path remains the same. ”

Han Pingzi and Lu Mu made a targeted plan, and in their opinion, even if Duan Lang attacked the transportation team this time, he would suffer a lot of damage. In the absence of any logistical support, such damage was enough to inflict a fatal blow on Duan Lang. can consume this elite force, even if it loses tens of thousands of troops, Han Pingzi and Lu Mu can bear it.

At this time, Duan Lang and the others were lazily resting the army in a mountain forest. All the horses replenished the grain and grass, and they had a beautiful meal. Among these logistical supplies in West Vietnam, there are not only grain and grass, but also two carts of soldiers. Duan Lang asked the guards to replace the worn spears and spears with new ones, and according to Zhou Long's words, they simply became the king of the mountain who intercepted the road.

Duan Lang's every move was brought back to Lidu City by Da Fei, and when he learned that the army had won the first battle, the long-suppressed Lidu City camp finally made those retreating guards of Landu City burst into cheers. Although the training was extremely difficult, for the sake of a belief in revenge, none of the soldiers and horses retreated from Landu City. Including veterans Feng Ming and Wei Du and others, they all gritted their teeth and persevered. On the contrary, the new army from Kyoto has been trained to die and desert soldiers. It's just that no one will be soft on them.

In the mountains and forests, Duan Lang leaned on a tree branch, chewing grass roots in his mouth. Duan Lang knew that after this attack, Han Pingzi Lu Mu would definitely not be indifferent. The next attack, I'm afraid it won't be so easy. Duan Lang was waiting for Da Fei's news, and Da Fei had been very busy in the past two days, running back and forth. After all, Xiaobai can only fly to a fixed location, not as spiritual as Dafei. No matter which mountain forest Duan Lang's army is hiding in, Da Fei can find it.

Tweeted~! A few crisp chirps came to mind in the air. These veterans have long been accustomed to the sound of Da Fei, although they don't know what it means, but Da Fei is like a mythical bird in their minds.

Duan Lang jumped off the branch and landed beside him with his wings outstretched. Duan Lang stroked Da Fei, a person and a bird talked a few words, and Da Fei flapped his wings and flew high again.

Duan Lang opened the sketch of the marching route, and the two brothers Zhou Long and Zhou Wu also surrounded him. Duan Lang pointed to the route and looked at it, and said strangely.

"Why do you still take the road to the top of Gong County? It seems that this Lu Mu still doesn't give up. ”

"Duan Shuai, how many soldiers and horses are in charge of escorting this time?" Zhou Long asked.

Duan Lang said with a smile, "Da Fei hasn't been to school, he doesn't know how to count." However, I think there should be a large number of soldiers and horses following this time, and it should be a tough battle. ”

"Great, I'm just afraid that they won't kill enough. Last time, many brothers didn't get their hands on it, and the battle was over. Zhou Wu said excitedly.

Zhou Long said with a smile, "Nonsense, just more than 10,000 people and horses escorting grain and grass, of course it is not enough." This time, I'm afraid I can catch a wave of big fish. ”

Duan Lang looked at the two brothers, stretched out his hand and pointed to the march sketch, "Gather the army, they go the same way, then we will still go to Dingluo County." The same place and the same kill, this time I had to spit out three taels of blood from Lu Muqi. ”

Duan Lang gave an order, and the army quickly assembled. The speed of the cavalry of Lidu City was very fast, and they came to Dingluo County in less than half a day. But this time, Duan Lang asked Zhou Wu to send scouts to investigate.

The dilapidated county town has long been deserted due to its remote location. This kind of small county town, which was originally stationed in thousands of households, could not withstand the trampling of war at all.

Duan Lang silently waited for the news, and an hour later, the scout returned to Dingluo County. The guards, who were wiping their spears, stood up one after another.

The scout came to Duan Lang, "Report to Duan Shuai, there are many people and horses escorting grain and grass this time, and there are fifty or sixty thousand people. In terms of equipment, it is a hook and sickle and a longbowman. ”

Duan Lang's eyes converged, "Are there any cavalry following?" ”

"No, except for normal carriages and horses, all of them are escorted by infantry soldiers. Depending on the speed, there should still be another hour to get here. ”

"Okay, it's hard work, you go down and rest first."

The scout agreed and retreated, Duan Lang looked at Zhou Long and Zhou Wu's brothers, his brows furrowed slightly. This kind of preparation is very unfavorable for their cavalry. Even in a surprise attack, longbowmen and scythes can be ready for battle at a distance of only a hundred feet. Duan Lang wanted speed on this march, everyone was light armor, and he didn't even carry a defensive shield. If they were to be shot by a longbowman, the damage would be enormous.

"Duan Shuai, don't worry, just one surprise attack can disrupt their camp. Our brothers are not afraid of death, and it is nothing to hurt a few. Zhou Wu said.

Duan Lang shook his head, "No, even if you let them go, you can't have any major damage." We are isolated now, and this kind of consumption is exactly what Han Pingzi Lu Mu wants to see the most. ”

"Is it ~ just let them go?" Zhou Wu looked at Duan Lang in surprise.

Duan Lang snorted heavily, "Let it go?" How can you let go of the fat that comes to your mouth. ”

Duan Lang looked at the sky, took out a sketch of the marching route and began to study it. Of course, Duan Lang couldn't let go of this army of grain transporters, but he didn't want to see his soldiers and horses suffer major damage. Since the other party treated them as cavalry, Duan Lang decided to take them by surprise and change the cavalry into infantry soldiers and horses. In terms of individual combat ability, Duan Lang absolutely believed in these brothers under his command. These veterans are all people who have been trained hard in the desert, and their combat ability is definitely a top two.

The Western Vietnamese army of grain was slowly advancing, and with the experience of the last time, everyone tensed their heartstrings, the hookers clenched their long sickles in both hands, and the longbowmen opened their quivers, ready to draw their arrows and shoot at any time.

The army of grain transported passed through Dingluo County, and marched forward for less than two hours, and the sun set in the west. The general who led the group ordered the carriages and horses to be circled and encamped in a place with their backs to the cliff. According to the instructions of the military advisor Lu Mu, as long as it is past tonight, you will be able to see the people who came to meet you at noon tomorrow. Therefore, the leading general warned everyone to be on strict defense.

The moon is on the top, and the night is getting deeper. The camps of the grain transport teams are still brightly lit with torches, and from time to time there are patrols wandering around. It wasn't until the time of the day that the leading general sent the last group of scouts to inspect the surroundings and make sure that no abnormalities were found, and then the leading general walked to his big tent and was ready to rest.

When the night was ugly, a group of black and oppressive people quietly approached this army of grain transporters. Zhou Wu led the men and horses and crawled down a stone's throw away from the camp. According to Duan Lang's agreement, they will do it when they are in Yin. Because that moment is the time when people sleep the deepest.

Time advanced little by little, Zhou Wu deduced the hour according to the moonlight and stars, felt that it was almost over, coughed lightly, and the soldiers and horses behind him slapped back one after another, signaling to prepare for action. With the help of darkness and lush grass, Zhou Wu slowly crawled forward.

On the broken wall of the camp, more than a dozen vine branches hung down, and the figures slid rapidly against the cliff wall. Duan Lang took Xiang Tian and other eighteen personal guards, and thirty good hands carefully selected by Zhou Long, and quietly landed in the camp. As soon as Duan Lang and the others landed, they quickly rushed to the nearby sentry.

Puff puff~ The dull sound made these sentry posts who were a little drowsy meet the king of Yama without issuing an alarm. Duan Lang waved his hand, and quickly sneaked towards the gate of the camp to Tiangu Fan and the others. The guards on both sides of the camp gate looked out of the camp. But they didn't expect that the god of death was already standing behind them, and there were more than a dozen muffled sounds, and these guards were taken down by Xiang Tian and the others without any warning screams.

At the gate of the camp, Xiang Tian held a torch and circled twice, Zhou Wu saw it, and directly got up and shouted softly, "Rush!" ”

The soldiers and horses of Lidu City, who were originally crawling in the grass, stood up with a hula, and one by one the figures rushed towards the enemy camp.

"Kill~!"

In the darkness of the night, there was a piercing shout, and the whole camp suddenly exploded like a nest, and suddenly there was a terrified scream.

In the camp tent of the main general, the general who led the team suddenly woke up. Just as he was about to get up and grab the weapon, a war knife poof~ pierced his chest. Listening to the screams and shouts of killing coming from outside the tent, Duan Lang pulled out his sword and didn't rush out. He knew that as long as Zhou Wu was allowed to enter the camp with his men and horses, the victory was basically decided. In the chaos, no one has more experience in killing than these veterans who have experienced the hard training of the desert.

Smelling the blood in the tent, Duan Lang closed his eyes slightly. He didn't like killing, but the brutality of war forced him to do so. Duan Lang knew that after the two interceptions, Han Pingzi and Lu Mu would never tolerate such a long-term existence of such a force behind them. Next, I am afraid that they will face the pursuit of a large army.

Whether he was dragged down by the other party's encirclement, or stubbornly survived and forced Han Pingzi to abandon the city and retreat to the Two Realms Mountain, Duan Lang had no bottom in his heart. After all, between the Two Realms Mountain and the Landu City, they didn't have any support. If he really waited until he ran out of ammunition and food, Duan Lang could only risk killing the capital city.