Inside the Wuliang City, hearing the shouts of killing outside the city, the officers and soldiers of Nanping rushed to the city gate frantically. But the gate is not big, and more people are crowded out in the chaos. The sword array of the eighteen guards unfolded, coupled with the attack of Duan Lang and the three of them, and the city gate cave suddenly screamed.

At this time, a war horse rushed out of the camp by the city gate, and this person was Luo Miduo, the general of the Nanping army guarding Wuliang City. Listening to the shrill shouts and participation, Romido broke out in shock.

It was still a little strange for Romiduo to be a little strange this morning, it was said that the team escorting grain and grass from Bushan County should have passed through Wuliang City yesterday, but there was no trace of him this morning. The messenger he had sent to ask for news had not returned, and Romido was planning to go to collect food himself early tomorrow morning. I didn't expect someone to sneak attack tonight. Listening to the shouts of killing from far and near outside the city, Romido really couldn't understand where this army came from.

Don't look at the fact that there are not many soldiers and horses in Wuliang City, but they are not the logistics army that escorts grain and grass in Bushan County. Seeing this situation, Romido suddenly shouted.

"All the crossbowmen went up to the city to stop the invading enemy. The infantry and cavalry battalions withdrew, and the heavy battalions assembled and crushed me inside the gates. ”

Romiduo is also a famous general in Nanping, although he was a little frightened in his heart, he was not flustered. After a few orders, the chaotic city gate suddenly began to follow the order. The crossbowmen ran towards the city, but the infantry and cavalry under the city could not get out of the way for a while.

Duan Lang saw it and hurriedly shouted, "Eighteen guards, scatter and kill!" Zhou Long and Zhou Hu, follow me to protect the city gate. ”

Duan Lang had the experience of guarding the city in Yushan Pass, and he knew that he must not let the opponent's heavy armored cavalry set up an impact formation. Otherwise, the dozen or so of them wouldn't be able to stop even a sprint. Duan Lang could only let the eighteen guards rush into the crowd, causing the other party to be unable to form a formation in the panic.

Gu Fan Xiangtian and the others received the order to disperse, and rushed forward one by one howling. Although the sword formation was dispersed, the brothers attacked and defended each other in an orderly manner. Eighteen guards brandished long knives, and the screams of the killed enemy soldiers continued. Romido's eyes widened, and he rushed with a gun in his rage.

Duan Lang saw it really and knew that the soldiers and horses in Nanping were headed by this guy, so he hurriedly reminded, "Gu Fan is careful to the sky, he has a hard stubble." ”

"Don't rob anyone, this guy is mine." Jin Rushi had already been eyeing Luo Miduo for a long time, and when the other party rushed over, Jin Rushi waved his knife to force away the guards around him, and slashed at Luo Miduo with a knife in both hands.

Luo Miduo twisted the gun, and shot it at Jin Rushi's heart. Jin Rushi is worthy of being the personal guard trained by Duan Lang, he doesn't dodge or block, he still swings his knife and slashes down. As soon as Romido saw this stance, even if he stabbed the other party, he would have to be stabbed. In an instant, Romido drew his gun and runged, he didn't want to die with the other party. Just as Jin was desperate, the guard Ge Li also swung a knife, but his knife was not aimed at Romiduo, but at his horse's leg.

Clang~! Puff~! Romiduo swept away Jin Rushi's long knife, but it was a war horse that fell off the horse. Xiang Tiangu Fan and the others would not let go of this opportunity, brushing a few cold lights and slashing down at the same time. The poor generation of Nanping famous general Luo Miduo died tragically under the knife.

Outside the city gate, a group of men and horses rushed first, holding a shield in the left hand and a gun in the right, and Wang Fuzhong, the commander of the right cavalry battalion, rushed to the front. In the blink of an eye, they were outside the city gates.

Duan Lang looked at it and shouted loudly, "To the sky, Gu Fan, everyone go up to the city tower and kill the crossbowmen." ”

After Duan Lang finished shouting, he and Zhou Long and Zhou Hu also rushed over. At this time, the city gate no longer needs to be guarded. As long as a horse enters, Duan Lang knows that this sneak attack battle is basically won.

As soon as Luo Miduo, the commander of the Nanping army, died, the city and the city suddenly panicked. With the continuous entry of the survey cavalry, the Nanping army could not even organize an effective defense, and the officers and soldiers began to flee at night. Cui Zhiliang and Huang Zhi, the commander of the left cavalry, led 4,000 cavalry and went straight to the West City Gate.

There was a shout of killing above the city, but there was no battle around Duan Lang. The personal guard Xia Lei Zhang Chuang accompanied him with a long knife, and Duan Lang stood on a high place looking at the unrecognizable Wuliang City, and couldn't help but sigh at the cruelty of the war.

A year ago, Wuliang City was prosperous and tranquil, and it was here that Duan Lang met the charlatan Zhang Ruming. Maybe this is all providence, but I didn't expect that a year later, Zhang Ruming has become his best friend. And the first city to be won by the army of Lidu City was the Wuliang City where Zhang Ruming met for the first time.

Duan Lang looked at the city that was lit with fire, and ordered, "Xia Lei, inform Zhou Wu, lead his scout camp, and go to the city to pacify the people." Tell everyone not to panic, the soldiers and horses of Great Xia have come back. Early tomorrow morning, a major announcement will be made outside the government office. ”

"No!" Xia Lei agreed, turned around and ran towards the city.

The battle at the city gate here is basically over, except for a small number of Nanping soldiers who fled in the night, the rest of the men and horses are basically annihilated. As for the other side of the city gate, Duan Lang was not worried, he believed that Cui Zhiliang had the ability to take the west city gate.

Liu Xusheng began to arrange to clean up the battlefield and take over the defense, and Duan Lang, accompanied by the eighteen guards, rode a war horse to the mansion.

In this night raid battle, Duan Lang was very satisfied. After daybreak, the casualties were much smaller than those in Bushan County. After two battles, the sons and daughters of the Sky Survey Army have thoroughly stimulated the blood in the grinding, and everyone is harvesting the lives of the enemy at the smallest cost.

A few days later, the Nanping deserters in Wuliang City began to slowly spread the appearance of the Sky Survey Army. Whether it was Kyoto, the Marquis of Xining, or the army of Nanping, they all learned about the battle situation in Wuliangcheng from their respective channels.

In Kyoto, the officials of the DPRK and China discussed the situation in the southern theater one after another. Yan Facheng's army on the right has already exchanged hands with Nanping coach Yang Fakui, and the two sides have won and lost several games, and are currently facing off in Huining City. The left army horse Ruzheng had just arrived on the north bank of the Jinjiang River in Blue Lake City, and set up a position with Zhao Pingdu, the commander of the Nanping army.

Inside the Warm Pavilion, Emperor Yuning looked at the secret report from the southern capital. Xiangguo was forbidden, and stood silently with Lord Huai and Zhu Wenjun, the squire of the military department. Although several southern capitals have been devastated by the fighting, the secret offices of the Investigation Division are still functioning. The news of Wuliangcheng was also transmitted to Kyoto in a timely manner by the Investigation and Defense Division through various channels.

Emperor Yuning put down the secret report and forwarded it to Yu Ban and the others, and said with relief, "Duan Lang, this kid, didn't embarrass me." Yes, more than 16,000 enemies were killed, and Wuliang City was also taken. Yu Aiqing Zhu Aiqing, what do you think? ”

Yu Ban also praised from the bottom of his heart, "It's very good, and the minister didn't expect that it was the soldiers and horses of Lidu City who won the first battle, and they should be rewarded." It's just that the banner of this team ~ is a bit nondescript. ”

Emperor Yuning smiled, "Yes, I also surveyed the heavens, so I almost painted Shangguan Xuanwu's bald head." ”

Zhu Wenjun also followed, "Your Majesty, it is not easy for Duan Lang to take Wuliang City with the power of light horses. According to the strategy of the siege army, it is necessary to have a threefold advantage in the source of troops. Even so, the battle loss rate is very high when a city is captured. Duan Lang's soldiers and horses won Wuliang City with a negligible battle damage, and the ministers were deeply shocked. On the other hand, this army has no logistical supplies, and it is really unimaginable to open up the situation in the enemy-occupied area. ”

Emperor Yuning nodded, "Zhu Aiqing, Duan Lang has taken Wuliang City, what impact will it have on the entire battle situation?" ”

When Zhu Wenjun heard this, he stood up and pointed to the Great Xia territory on the wall, "Your Majesty, please take a look." At present, it is only the Nanping army that is facing against the two armies of our Great Xia. In terms of troops, my Great Xia has an absolute advantage. It's just that the Nanping army turned from offensive to defensive, and General Yan and General Ma were helpless against them for a while. After all, if you want to attack strongly, even if you fight back, you will lose too much. Moreover, the soldiers and horses of the Marquis of Xining have not moved so far, which is also the concern of General Yan and General Ma. Now if you want to break this situation, only Duan Lang will attack from behind the enemy, whether it is the left or the right, as long as you break all the way, you can open up the north and south of my Great Xia. In this way, the Nanping army can be forced to retreat to the south of Shuangfeng Mountain. ”

"Retreat to Shuangfeng Mountain, wouldn't that be a joint army with the Marquis of Xining?" Yu Ban asked.

"Yes, just let them join forces. In this way, my Great Xia can also be combined with two lines and start a duel with it. Zhu Wenjun said.

"With both sides in one place, it's a very brutal showdown. What will happen once my Great Xia soldiers and horses are lost? Emperor Yuning asked.

"Your Majesty, the minister thinks that if I force the Nanping army to retreat to the side of Shuangfeng Mountain, I will be able to send soldiers and horses from various capitals to support. In terms of troop resources, we have an absolute advantage. In addition, my Great Xia is the Son of Heaven in charge, and the government decree is unified. The other side is not, Xining Hou and Nanping will retain their strength, but they will hinder each other in action. In that case, it is only a matter of time before they perish. ”

After listening to Zhu Wenjun's explanation, Emperor Yuning and Yu Ban nodded, and Emperor Yuning asked, "Zhu Aiqing, how long do you expect the entire battle to end?" ”

Zhu Wenjun thought for a while, "Back to Your Majesty, if Duan Lang can quickly open the north-south passage." It will take three or five months at the earliest, or eight or nine months at the latest, and the entire Nanping army will be able to force the side of Shuangfeng Mountain. But that side is the territory of Xining Hou, the time and place are favorable, and the people are not in my favor, if you want to win the final victory, I am afraid it will have to be a year and a half. ”

When Emperor Yuning heard this, his eyes couldn't help but dim. It seems that the end of the whole war situation will take two or three years if the development is smooth. Emperor Yuning didn't know if he could hold on to that moment with his bones.

The victory of Wuliang City was a great victory, and the people in Kyoto City cheered. In comparison, in Xining City, Xining Hou Zhao Li was shocked.

Zhao Li, Marquis of Xining, led the enemy troops into the pass, but the troops of the southern battalion did not go out. Zhao Li was scheming, he knew that the Great Xia soldiers were strong and strong, and the 200,000 troops in Nanping District would be repulsed sooner or later. Zhao Li just wanted the 200,000 Nanping army to consume the living force of Great Xia. When the time comes, his Xining army will strike again to clean up the mess. Zhao Li knew that he did not have the ability to annex Great Xia, so he only wanted to be able to occupy the vast territory south of Shuangfeng Mountain as his own. Therefore, Zhao Li's strategic policy is very clear, that is, to wait for work and defend as the attack. With his 300,000 elite troops guarding Xining, even if Great Xia mobilizes the strength of the whole country, it may not be able to eat Xining.

Zhao Li's plan was very good, but Duan Lang's strange army appeared, which somewhat disrupted his plan. After all, when Zhao Li conspired with Nanping, he promised the lord of Nanping that as long as the army went to war, the army of Xining would guarantee the supply routes in the rear of the Nanping army. Originally, the vast area south of Huining City and Blue Lake City was safe, but now Duan Lang had wedged a nail in Wuliang City, causing subtle changes in the entire battle situation.

In the Xining Marquis Mansion, Zhao Li summoned all the main personnel. After discussion, everyone unanimously decided to eradicate Duan Lang in Wuliang City.

Xining Hou looked at everyone and sighed, "After all, this son and I have a father-son relationship, I didn't expect this son to grow so fast after a year." Ben Hou was very optimistic about him at the beginning, and he knew that today, he should have left this son under his command. ”

Bai Ruokong bowed down and said, "Master Hou, Duan Lang Xiao'er has long stopped thinking about the old feelings, and it is imperative to eradicate him." What's more, Hou Ye promised Nanping to guarantee the safety of the supply line. If you don't pull out the nail of Wuliang City, it will be very unfavorable to the overall situation. I also hope that the Hou Ye will make up his mind and send troops as soon as possible. ”

The prince Zhao Zhuofeng also stood up, "Father, my son is willing to lead 50,000 troops and go to Wuliang City to personally arrest Duan Lang's thief back." ”

Zhao Li looked at his son and snorted coldly and said, "Courage is commendable, but some of them are beyond their strength." According to the spies, Wuliang City is currently no less than 30,000 soldiers and horses, and only 50,000 people want to attack the city? ”

He Xiliang, the commander of the southern battalion, also said, "What Master Hou said is right, His Royal Highness, the siege battle is not trivial, and it must be fought overnight. Otherwise, the proportion of offensive and defensive battle losses will be very large. It is even said that the lack of stamina will lead to the eventual failure. ”

Several other generals also explained the siege strategy. For a while, Zhao Zhuofeng was ashamed of what everyone said. However, Zhao Zhuofeng still said strongly.

"Then~ then ask my father to give his son 100,000 troops, and his son will definitely set foot in Wuliang City."

Xining Hou Zhao Li looked at his son's embarrassed expression, and smiled at everyone, "Zhuo Feng wants to lead the troops to fight, and his mood is understandable. It doesn't hurt to take this opportunity to let him practice his hands. An isolated and helpless Wuliang City, there is nothing to worry about. General Ho, what do you think? ”

"Hou Ye rest assured, if His Royal Highness the Prince really wants to lead the troops to attack, the last general will definitely transfer the most elite men and horses to the command of the Prince. What's more, that period of Lang Xiaoer's lone army has already committed a taboo. Even if he can withstand a moment and a half, there is a shortage of grain and grass in the city, and they can be trapped to death in Wuliang City. ”

Xining Hou Zhao Li nodded, "That's good, just mobilize 100,000 troops and order Zhuo Feng to be the commander, and be sure to eradicate the remnants of Wuliang City." ”

"The son has an order!" Zhao Zhuofeng replied happily.

Bai Ruokong glanced at Xining Hou worriedly, hesitated for a long time, and finally did not veto. He knew that the Marquis of Xining wanted to cultivate the prince's ability to lead troops, so as to lay the foundation for taking over the throne in the future. It's just that Bai Ruokong feels that the prince is arrogant and has no experience in leading troops to fight, and he is afraid that he will not be able to undertake this important task. Bai Ruokong was not worried that he would not be able to take Wuliang City, he was afraid that the battle damage would be too large, and even if he won Wuliang City, it would be worth the loss. After all, in the current situation, the preservation of vital forces is the fundamental way to survive.

After the discussion, all the generals walked out of the Hou Mansion one after another. He Xiliang, the commander of the southern battalion, was about to return to the camp to transfer people, when he saw Bai Ruokong hurriedly chasing after him.

"General He, please stay."

He Xiliang was stunned for a moment, looked at Bai Ruokong and asked, "Is there something wrong with Mr. Bai?" ”

Bai Ruokong cautiously looked left and right, stepped forward and whispered, "General He, I don't know what you think about the prince leading his troops to the battle?" ”

He Xiliang's heart moved, and he looked at the gate of the Hou Mansion, "What's the matter, Manager Bai is not at ease?" ”

Bai Ruokong didn't hide it, and nodded, "To be honest, the old man is worried that the prince is young and will lose a lot of soldiers. ”

He Xiliang smiled bitterly, "Not only are you worried, Ben will also be worried." ”

"Then why didn't General He bring it up just now? Although Wuliangcheng is not a key battle, if the first battle is not a big victory, I am afraid it will also hit the morale of our army. ”

"Proposed? What do I say, do you want Ben to tell Hou Ye that the prince is not the material to lead troops to fight? Manager Bai, what will Hou Ye think. He Xiliang said mockingly.

"Could it be that General He just watched the son of the world indulge and didn't care?" Bai Ruokong said angrily.

"Then why don't you say it yourself."

"I~!" Bai Ruokong was stunned, and also smiled bitterly, "Master Hou dotes on the prince, this~alas~ forget it." Bai Ruokong shook his head helplessly.

He Xiliang smiled slightly, "Manager Bai doesn't have to worry, of course the general will not be stupid to lose his troops in vain." Don't worry, I will warn Commander Fu who went out with the army to focus on the overall situation at a critical time. When the time comes, as long as the credit is given to the prince, I believe that His Royal Highness the prince will not say anything. In the army, he can't be the master. ”

Hearing this, Bai Ruokong breathed a sigh of relief slightly, and arched his hand and said, "General He, we are all fighting with Great Xia with our heads, and we can't afford the slightest mistake." The matter of marching and fighting, please leave it to the general. ”

He Xiliang nodded, of course he knew the power of it, although he wanted to give face to the prince on the surface, but the real command, He Xiliang did not dare to let it go to a young man who had never experienced a war.

He Xiliang personally ordered 100,000 soldiers and horses, and Fu Shuai Ni Xiangzeng assisted the prince, and rushed to Wuliang City. The prince Zhao Zhuofeng has silver armor and silver armor, he is still the first time to command 100,000 soldiers and horses, and he can't help but feel a little excited, he can't rush to Wuliang City early.

In Wuliang City, after a few days of pacification and regularization, it finally recovered some vitality. The old governor Chen Tian temporarily took the post of governor Yin, and summoned the fugitive officials to start running government affairs. As soon as the government opened, the people also had the backbone. Even the panicked people in the surrounding county governments flocked to Wuliang City. For a time, Wuliang City was in the war zone, showing a vibrant image.

Among the fugitives, there were originally many guards from various county governments, and after selection, Liu Xusheng summoned a miscellaneous team of more than 3,000 people. Although they don't have much combat effectiveness, in any case, these people have also undergone basic training, and they are more than enough to serve as patrols in the city.

These days, Duan Lang has not been idle, while sending scouts to find out the surrounding enemy situation, he led soldiers and horses to raid a few surrounding military stations. Unconsciously, within fifty miles of the surrounding area of Wuliang City, it was swept away by Duan Lang's Sky Survey Army. However, Duan Lang also understood that as the fame of their Sky Survey Army expanded, the enemies that followed would become stronger and stronger. In Forte, the enemy's war zone, Wuliang City is just a temporary place to stay. If they really faced the pressure of the army, they could only give up. However, thinking of the nearly 100,000 people who had just gathered in the city, Duan Lang was a little reluctant to give up Wuliang City.

Duan Lang mobilized the people of the whole city to build defenses, no matter what, no matter how many enemy troops came, Duan Lang could not just abandon the city and flee. Even if he gave up Wuliang City, he would have to make the enemy pay a heavy price.

In Wuliang City, a temporary medical center was busy all day and closed after a busy day. This is a temporary medical hall opened by a traveling doctor in the rivers and lakes, and he can open and practice medicine in the war-torn Wuliang City, which is very welcome by both Duan Lang and the people.

In the medical hall, two helpers brought out a few plates of side dishes, and one of them stood guard at the door. At the dinner table sat Doctor You Fanglang Zhongmo, and the other person was a 'sick person'.

Doctor Mo listened to the patient's information while eating. Doctor Mo Shen is not a real traveling doctor, but the famous military advisor Mo Kun of the Marshal Mansion of Nanping. And this patient is a Nanping spy who just entered the city today.

Knowing that the Marquis of Xining sent an army of 100,000 under the personal command of the prince to attack Wuliang City, Mo Kun smiled slightly.

"Xining Hou Zhao Li, an old fox, is finally willing to send troops. However, if they want to eat Duan Lang's army, I am afraid they will have to pay a heavy price. ”

"My lord, the city is bound to be in turmoil during the war, and you must leave as soon as possible."

"No need, I really want to see how long this Duan Lang can hold out under Zhao Li's 100,000 army. It was really unexpected for the old man to have such an outstanding force in Great Xia. Maybe in this attack and defense, the old man will give Duan Lang a surprise. A sinister smile appeared on Mo Kun's face.

"My lord, if you make any mistakes, the little ones can't afford it."

"Don't worry, the old man is safe in the city. Even if Zhao Li's soldiers and horses came in, the old man still had more than 100 guards hidden in the city, which was enough to protect the old man's safety. Zhao Li's soldiers and horses learned that the old man was here, and they would definitely come to greet him. Tomorrow morning, you will immediately go out of the city, inform the commander General Yang, and send 30,000 crossbowmen to bury in Guxin County. Zhao Li's army attacked at the East City Gate, and Duan Lang's army was defeated and would definitely withdraw to Guxin County. When the time comes, be sure to kill all the remnants. ”

"No! The little one will go out of town immediately tomorrow. ”

Mo Kun nodded, and the 'sick man' stood up and saluted, turned and walked outside. The helper in the store cautiously opened the door of the store, looked around, and then waved his hand to let the patient out.

In Wuliang City, Duan Lang also received the news. Knowing that Zhao Zhuofeng personally led his troops to come, Duan Lang couldn't help but show a mocking smile.

"Hmph, just 100,000 troops want to take Wuliang City, it's too underestimating my Duan Lang."

Duan Lang issued a battle order overnight, since the other party was attacking, he was not waiting stupidly in the city like other generals. Duan Lang ordered Zhou Long and Zhou Hu to lead their respective camps, taking advantage of the speed advantage of the cavalry, to continuously kill the forces of the Marquis of Xining. After Shuangfeng Mountain, he wanted Zhao Zhuofeng to know who was the hunter on the battlefield.