In the dark night, three or four miles away, Duan Lang and the others still needed some time. But for the cavalry, this little distance was nothing at all. Two troops of men and horses rushed out of the city, and the vanguard cavalry swam forward like a fiery serpent with torches held high. Hu Tianzhuang and Huo Hai's army spread out over a wide area, and they believed that Duan Lang would not be able to hide it at all if such an area was advanced.

Duan Lang glanced back, but he didn't expect that Mokun Lu Mu would really dare to send soldiers and horses to chase and kill them. Xiang Tian said coldly, "Duan Shuai, you and Seventh Uncle go first, and we'll lure them away." ”

"No need, everyone speed up, as long as you get on the war horse, let these guys run behind their butts."

"Duan Shuai, the speed of their advance is very fast, I'm afraid we won't be able to get there, so they will catch up. Or let's lead the army, you and Uncle Seven go first. Duan Shuai rest assured, we will definitely return after dawn. Gu Fan followed.

Duan Lang was just about to veto, when he suddenly heard the chirping of Da Fei in the air. Duan Lang listened carefully, and a smile suddenly bloomed on his face.

"Quick, accelerate to the southeast." After Duan Lang finished speaking, he didn't explain to everyone, he raised his speed and rushed out first.

Han Feng's heart moved, and urged, "Don't look at it, hurry up and keep up." ”

Han Feng caught up with Duan Lang as soon as he raised his breath, "Duan Lang, don't hide it, you kid, tell me about any good things?" ”

Duan Lang laughed while running, "Seventh Uncle, Da Fei said that Yue'er is coming, and they have set up an ambush in the southeast. ”

Gu Fan Xiangtian and the others immediately breathed a sigh of relief when they heard that the military master had arrived in person. The soldiers of the capital city have incomparable trust in the bright moon of the Tai. Gu Fan and the others believed that as soon as the military master arrived, he would definitely make arrangements.

Han Feng also smiled while running, "Yue'er has always been cautious in doing things, it seems that she has expected that there will be pursuers." Boys, hurry up, the old man is faster than you at your age, carrying a bag of dry food. ”

"Uncle Seven, if you have the ability, let's keep running in Yixiang City, see who can't hold on first." Liu Xi teased.

"Stinky boy, bully my old man, isn't it? Let's compare them in a retrospective way, so that you can know the benefits of internal cultivation. ”

Everyone was talking and laughing while running, and they no longer took the pursuers behind them seriously at all. Just as Han Feng said, Tangtai Mingyue got the news that Duan Lang was going to break through to Molan City, and immediately gathered troops and began to arrange. Mingyue knew that if Duan Lang and the others forcibly broke through the city wall, their identities would be exposed. If Lu Mu and Mo Kun knew that Duan Lang had just broken away from the city, they would definitely send a large army to chase and kill. With such a big fish, any kind of adventure is worth it. Even if it were her, Yutai Mingyue would do the same.

In the dark, Huo Hai and Hu Tianzhuang were not very fast, and the army was very scattered. After all, they had no target, but only pursued and searched in the direction of Xiangjun in the general location.

"General, there is a frightened bird flying out in front of you, someone must be passing by and being frightened." An experienced scout said, pointing to a patch of grass to the southeast.

"Quick, speed up, chase that way!" Hu Tianzhuang gave an order and chased down to the southeast side.

This time, Hu Tianzhuang found the right direction, and Huo Hai also led his soldiers and horses to follow. Several scouts rushed to the front of the army, one of whom had a very sharp look in his eyes and shouted loudly.

"General, I found them, and they are three arrows ahead."

The scout's shout, not only Hu Tianzhuang heard it clearly, but Duan Lang and the others also heard it clearly. Duan Lang ignored the pursuers behind him and continued to run forward. Not far from Duan Lang and the others, there was a high hurdle. This high hurdle is similar to flat ground for a war horse, but Duan Lang was overjoyed when he saw the high hurdle.

"Brothers, after the high hurdle is the ambush of our soldiers and horses. Let's work hard, let's cross the side of the high barrier and lead the enemy army over. Duan Lang said in a low voice.

When Gu Fan Xiangtian and the others heard this, he simply took out the long knife from his back, and formed a swallow wing formation with Duan Lang Han Feng and rushed forward quickly. Even if the first man rushed behind them, they could resist it. The army behind him had a target and quickly caught up, and both sides almost rushed over the high hurdle on their front and back feet. At this moment, Gao Kan was followed by a crisp shout.

"Kill!"

Whoosh, rows of arrows shot at Hu Tianzhuang's army. After the high kan, three teams of centaurs came out. Zhang Qifeng, Chen Zhanxuan and Lu Zhengshan, each leading 10,000 troops, first released a bow and crossbow, and then howled and killed.

Hu Tianzhuang rushed to the front, but avoided the rain of arrows. After all, the brothers in Lidu City were afraid of accidentally injuring Duan Lang and the others, so they just shot at the soldiers and horses behind. However, when Hu Tianzhuang saw that the black pressure was overwhelming, he rushed over the high hurdle and rushed down, so he was so frightened that he turned his horse's head and simply ran madly in the direction of due south.

Hu Tianzhuang commanded as he ran, "Give the order, evacuate at full speed." Quick, don't get into their ambush circle. ”

In the darkness, it was impossible to see how many soldiers and horses were ambushed behind Gao Kan, and Hu Tianzhuang, who had several battles with the army of Lidu City, knew very well that only by fleeing for his life could he protect himself. Otherwise, you will fall into the trap of others, and with the strength of the capital city, I am afraid that the old life will have to stay here. Behind the Nanping army, Huo Hai and the West Vietnamese soldiers and horses had not yet entered the ambush. Hearing the earth-shattering shouts of killing, Huo Hai forcibly stopped the army.

"Sure enough, it's a trap, quick, evacuate!" Huo Hai looked at Hu Tianzhuang, who was fleeing frantically, and he didn't dare to lose any more soldiers and horses, so he immediately ordered to withdraw to Molan City.

Hu Tianzhuang's soldiers, horses, birds and beasts were scattered, and Mingyue stood on top of the high hill and did not order the army to chase and kill. This place is very close to Molan City, and Lantai Mingyue only brought 30,000 soldiers and horses. After all, after receiving the news of Da Fei, it was only a little more than an hour before Duan Lang's agreed time, and there was no time for Tai Mingyue to set up traps. Moreover, the terrain here can cover the soldiers and horses except for this high hill, and there is no danger to snipe the enemy soldiers. There is a jungle that can be deployed about five miles away from here, and Mingyue is worried that Duan Lang and the others will not be able to rush over, so they can only respond here. If he led his troops to rush directly to Molan City, Mingyue would also have to guard against the other party's frontal fight. After all, there are not many soldiers and horses coming, as long as Duan Lang and the others are safe, Mingyue can evacuate.

Duan Lang also came to the top of the high barrier, looking at the enemy soldiers fleeing in all directions, Duan Lang smiled and said, "Yue'er, it's hard work." ”

Tantai Mingyue glanced at me resentfully, "If I don't come, those brothers under your command won't be able to eat me." Lang, as the master of an army, there must be no next time for such an adventure. Otherwise, don't blame me for being angry. ”

"Aren't we all okay, nothing." Duan Lang smiled awkwardly.

Yutai Mingyue snorted coldly, "If only two dozen scouts come with horses as agreed with you, you won't be able to get rid of the enemy soldiers at all. Lang, the military law of my capital city is equal between officers and soldiers, if there is a next time, be careful of your confinement in this army. ”

"Hehe, okay, everything is arranged by Madame."

Seeing Duan Lang's obedient appearance, a smile also curled into the corner of Lantai Mingyue's mouth, and she immediately ordered the army to gather and return to Xiangjun immediately.

Above the head of Molan City, Mo Kun and Lu Mu were completely sleepy, anxiously waiting for the results of the pursuit. But soon they saw the army returning, and Hu Tianzhuang's soldiers and horses were even more chaotic like herding sheep. After asking about the situation, Mo Kun and Lu Mu glanced at each other, and both of them sighed slightly. Because Mo Kun and Lu Mu knew that Tangtai Mingyue did not lead his troops to chase down the city, it could only show that the other party was bluffing. If Hu Tianzhuang and Huo Hai's 70,000 troops fight hard, they are likely to catch a big net. But if the opportunity is missed, and then send troops to chase it, it will be tantamount to feeding meat to other people's mouths.

Mo Kun and Lu Mu didn't blame anything, the army was closed, and the loss was only a few hundred, but many guards and war horses were wounded by arrows. Mo Kun and Lu Mu were really angry and angry, but they didn't expect to let Duan Lang go under their noses. If this matter spreads, I am afraid it will also become the laughing stock of people all over the world. Fortunately, the two of them were very tolerant, and they did not compete with Duan Lang for a while, they stepped up the construction of strategic materials, and waited for the news of Ying Shoushan.

In Xiang County, after Duan Lang returned, he suddenly became the target of everyone. Zhou Long took the lead and launched a refutation of Duan Lang. Even Zhang Ruming joined the camp of criticism. Regarding everyone's accusations, Duan Lang could only face them with a smile. In this case, his managerial power is gone.

The veteran Yan Facheng also said with emotion, "Duan Shuai, this adventure is indeed a bit fortunate. It would be unwise to put yourself in danger for the sake of a granary. If they accidentally discover the place of invisibility, I am afraid that the future of the entire Great Xia will be changed because of this. Duan Lang, you are not the original defense of the capital city, but the person in charge of the lamp who shoulders the heavy responsibility of the entire Great Xia. ”

Duan Lang stood up and hugged his fists at everyone, "What you criticize is that Duan will definitely discuss with you next time." However, this operation has shorted them for at least half a month's worth of food rations for 100,000 people. It's very good for us. ”

Seeing Duan Lang being besieged by everyone, Tangtai Mingyue was also a little distressed, and quickly changed the topic and said.

"Yes, after Mo Kun and Lu Mu lost repeatedly, with the wisdom of the two of them, I am afraid that they will not have a large-scale battle with us for the time being, without absolute certainty. If the army of Lidu City is strong, our troops will not be able to take Molan City. Now, the only way to do this is to force them to take the initiative to leave the city. When food and grass were scarce, they had no choice but to fight or withdraw from Great Xia. ”

Han Feng suddenly said, "By the way, we went to the fitting camp before we came, and there was a lot of wood piled up there. Judging by some of the broken timber, it should be to make chariots and other equipment. ”

Yutai Mingyue was stunned, "There is a lack of smelting in Molan City, and it is not of much use if the chariot is not smashed with rivets." Presumably they are vehicles prepared for the infantry battalion. In this way, this military division believes that Mo Kun and Lu Mu will never fight in the short term. If this is the case, it will indeed be a great achievement to burn their grain and grass. At least, it compresses the time for Mokun Lu Mu to adjust. Lang, I suggest that we take advantage of this time to build a batch of equipment as well. ”

Duan Lang and the generals were stunned, they did not lack combat equipment in their hands. The catapults and bows and arrows captured from Lu Mu's hands alone were enough for the infantry battalion. Even if you build an extra batch, you will only keep it for later, after all, some equipment needs special occasions to use.

"Yue'er, let's let the craftsmen craft more weapons and arrows, the rest should be enough." Duan Lang said.

Yutai Mingyue looked at everyone, "In the past two days, I had a whim, if we install the crossbow on the chariot and attack the other party with the crossbow while moving, its power will be very huge. I asked the craftsmen about it, and they said it was very difficult. First, the arrows of the ballista were huge, and there was not enough space in the chariot. Second, the arrows and winches of the ballista were cumbersome, and it required at least four guards to operate. In this case, if the crossbow cart is fixed, it will not be possible to arrange guards on the chariot. ”

Yan Facheng followed and said, "Yes, the Weaving Department of the Ministry of War had this idea before. They meant to make the chariot wider and longer, but the cost of creating a prototype outweighed the cost. The cost of manpower and material resources is enormous, and the effect on the enemy is not very obvious. After all, after this thing is made, it will be very cumbersome and will have little effect on the cavalry battle array. ”

Tantai Mingyue nodded slightly, "Originally, I also wanted to give up, but the plan proposed by a craftsman is very distinctive, and I think I can give it a try." If we can really build it, we will have a lot more means when facing the enemy. Lang, you have a good rest tonight, and after noon, let's go to the craftsman's camp and let the craftsman demonstrate on the spot. ”

Duan Lang said in a loud voice, "Okay, as long as there is a unique novelty in the equipment, this kind of person must be rewarded." ”

Everyone also saw that Duan Lang was a little tired, and they all got up to say goodbye. A few days of nervousness made Duan Lang really want to sleep well.

In the following days, Mo Lancheng and Duan Lang seemed to have reached a tacit understanding, and they were only stationed in the local camp. The only thing that went about it was the scout camps on both sides. The city of Molan stepped up to make simple chariots, but in the swampy passage behind Xiangjun City, it became an experimental place for the Duan Lang artisan battalion. This place is inaccessible to the scouts of Molan City, and Yutai Mingyue also wants to surprise the other party in the future war.

Just when the two sides were secretly preparing, Ying Shoushan and his party arrived at Yixiang City. According to Mo Kun, Ying Shoushan and the others came to the Hengfeng car and horse shop in the city. Picking up the code words, Ying Shoushan was led into the inner courtyard by the guys.

After a while, the shopkeeper walked in. Ying Shoushan stood up and didn't speak, but just handed over Mo Kun's warrant and letter seal. The shopkeeper looked at it carefully and respectfully handed it back.

The shopkeeper bowed his hand slightly, "Fei De, the supervisor of the Nanping Military Department, has seen the commander." ”

Ying Shoushan was stunned, but he didn't expect that this inconspicuous shopkeeper of the carriage and horse shop was actually a supervisor. This is in Nanping, but it is a dignified four-grade official position.

"Don't dare, I should guard the mountain in the next place, and on the orders of the military master, I will come to Yixiang City to complete the secret mission, and I hope that the supervision envoy will give convenience." Ying Shoushan said respectfully.

"The commander does not need to be polite, the military advisor has already stated in the warrant that we are all subject to the command officer's dispatch. But I don't know, what special mission does the commander have for this trip? ”

Ying Shoushan looked at the two people standing behind Fei De and hesitated. Feder smiled and said, "Rest assured, it's absolutely reliable." ”

Ying Shoushan nodded, "Under the order of the military division and the governor of Xiyue Lu Mudu, I came to secretly contact Deguang, preparing for him to secretly reach an agreement with our coalition army to deal with Duan Lang's army together." ”

After Ying Shoushan finished speaking, Fei De, who was in charge of the carriage and horse shop, couldn't help but tremble, and said in his heart, What are you kidding. Deguang is the dignified Emperor of Great Xia, and our Nanping is an invader after all. Let the Great Xia Emperor join forces with the invaders to deal with the anti-enemy heroes of Great Xia, and your brain will be in water. Even if Duan Lang and Deguang have a grudge against killing their father, I'm afraid that Deguang will not dare to join forces with the enemy in the face of the world's condemnation. If he really dares to do this, I'm afraid that there will be no place for him in the entire Great Xia.