In the capital of the Great Xia calendar, Lu Mu was very quiet during these days. even said that from time to time, he exchanged letters with Ma Ruzheng, and argued with each other about the situation in the world. Secretly, Lu Mu recruited a large number of people in the country and began to grow crops on the vast land west of Landu City. In Lu Mu's view, this war cannot be solved overnight, and we must be prepared for a long-term battle. In order to solve the problem of transporting grain and grass from West Vietnam during future wars, it is necessary to make use of the current fertile land in Great Xia.

Compared with Lu Mu's calmness, Ma Ruzheng was a little uneasy. Delong sent people to urge him to solve the war in the west as soon as possible, but Ma Ruzheng knew that his main army was half a pound and eight taels with the opponent, and even if he could repel the opponent, the losses would be extremely heavy. What's more, even if Lu Mu is driven out of the capital city, the Western Vietnamese army can still retreat to the Landu city. At that time, the Great Xia army would not be able to storm the Lan capital at all.

When Ma Ruzheng learned the news of the invasion of Nanping, he was even more reluctant to fight his main army. Once the southern front collapses, the soldiers and horses in his hands are the last hole cards of Great Xia. At this moment, Ma Ruzheng deeply felt that crusading against Duan Lang was simply digging his own grave.

In the Great Xia Wuliang City, Duan Lang, with the assistance of Shantai Mingyue and others, gradually stabilized the uneasy mood of the people in several southern cities. For ordinary people, they don't care who belongs to the world, who can let them live in peace, who is the God in their minds.

In the night, Duan Lang was sweating like rain in the room, and Mingyue was also depressed, happy and excited. After a battle of clouds and rain, the room was filled with the smell of 'spring'. Duan Lang was satisfied with lying on the couch, and Tai Mingyue took advantage of the excuse to deal with it, and quietly swallowed a black pill while Duan Lang was not paying attention.

Over the years, she and Azhu have been taking secret medicine from the imperial doctor of the Beiming Palace every time after the cloud and rain. The drug has no other effect, but it prevents them from conceiving children.

After finishing the processing, the tulle shawl leaned against Duan Lang's side, and said softly, "Lang, I want to go to Xuanhua City tomorrow." However, you have to take Brother Zhang with you. ”

Duan Lang was on the side of his body, and one hand pressed on Yutai Mingyue's body, "What, are you worried about Nanping Gu Buji's soldiers and horses?" ”

"I'm not worried, it's just that Feng Ming, the capital of Wei, sent news a few days ago that it is the spring plowing season, and the people of Xuanhua City are worried about the instability of the war, so they still haven't sown seeds. If you miss the season, you're in trouble. The war will not end for a year and a half, and since it relies on several cities in the south as a base, it must be self-sufficient. Otherwise, our food and grass will be a big problem in the later stage of the war. Yutai Mingyue said softly.

"Yue'er, aren't you worried that when the autumn harvest comes, the Nanping army will come to fight?"

"There is no way, war is war, and the people have to eat. If there is a famine or even starvation to death in the jurisdiction under our control, the Heavenly Prison will soon spread this kind of thing to the world. Therefore, at the time of the autumn harvest, we can only shrink the line of defense to ensure the harvest. Now Mokun and Prince Hong are pitting against each other, which is very beneficial to us. Mo Kun, an old fox, would never provoke Wuliang City in this situation. Therefore, it is necessary to make everyone feel at ease in farming. ”

Duan Lang looked at Mingyue, "Then why did you take Zhang Ruming over?" ”

Tantai Mingyue smiled bitterly, "Sometimes trying to persuade is not as effective as a god stick." ”

Duan Lang smiled, he knew that what Mingyue said was right, ordinary people might not trust the garrison army, but they believed in the ethereal gods.

Yutai Mingyue continued, "Lang, after I leave, I must pay close attention to the battle in Blue Lake City. If there is any major change, let Dafei notify me immediately. ”

"What, worried I won't be able to handle it?" Duan Lang teasingly pinched Tai Mingyue's delicate nose.

"Don't make a fuss, I'm down to business. Once Mo Kun defeats the imperial army, Prince Hong is bound to retreat to Yixiang City. When the time comes, Mo Kun will be able to divide his troops and march towards Kyoto, and we should also take action. ”

"What if Prince Hong calls?"

"It's not impossible, but it's very slim. If Mo Kun really can't withstand the army of the court, then we can only be pressed by the army. ”

"The army presses up? Hit whom? ”

"See who hits whom. Even if we don't fight, I'm afraid Mokun will lead the war to Wuliang City. ”

Duan Lang snorted, "According to the current situation, it is very good that Prince Hong can hold on to the stalemate." I always feel that the old guy Mokun is going to make a big move recently. Starting tomorrow, let Da Fei go around a few more times. ”

"Be careful, I'll go to Xuanhua City, and I'll be back in ten days and a half months at most."

"Don't worry, ma'am, your husband is not a waste." Duan Lang turned over as he spoke, pressing on the body of Yutai Mingyue.

"Ah~Again~!"

"Make up for the absences of these days~!"

"Badass ~Tap~!"

In the room, the couch began to shake again. Duan Lang and Yutai Mingyue focused on Blue Lake City, but they didn't expect that the army of the court would actually raid Guxin County.

Early the next morning, Mingyue and Zhang Ruming took five hundred guards and ran directly to Jiashan Pass. This journey is very safe, and it has been completely controlled by the army of Lidu City, so Yutai Mingyue did not bring many soldiers and horses with him.

In Huining City, the army of the court, which had rested all night, immediately rushed to Guxin County as soon as it was dawn. The 100,000 army is neat and majestic, and these 100,000 soldiers and horses are not a new army recruited, but a sharp front battalion.

Prince Hiroshi went on this expedition and brought all the forces of Kyoto out. What was left for the military department squire Chu Ti was all the new army. Because Prince Hong knew that once they were defeated, no one in Kyoto would be able to stop the Nanping army. The soldiers and horses left behind were just used to keep Delong evacuated. This time, Prince Hong had other plans, so he sent the most elite men and horses to Feng Zhun and Zhu Wenjun.

The army of the court marched all the way quickly, and it was not until the afternoon that they reached the three forks, and Feng Zhun ordered the army to stop.

"Lord Feng, it's not early, why do you want to stop?" Zhu Wenjun asked puzzled.

"Lord Zhu, according to the news heard by the Heavenly Prison Academy, Duan Lang has stationed soldiers and horses in Guxin County and Fulin County respectively. Once our 100,000-strong army raids Guxin County, they are likely to withdraw in the direction of Fulin County. I think we should split up. ”

"What does Lord Feng mean? Split a troop of troops and horses to cut off their back road? ”

"Yes, if you want to fight, you have to let Duan Lang know that it hurts. The soldiers and horses of Lidu City move quickly, and once they evacuate, I am afraid it will be difficult for us to catch up. ”

"Okay, Lord Feng led his troops to bypass and intercept it, and I will attack the main one."

"No, no, interception is very important, let's take the lead of Lord Zhu."

"But~ That Zhou Hu was brave and good at fighting, can Lord Feng resist it?" Zhu Wenjun said in his heart that you are old, okay.

Feng Zhun smiled, "Don't worry, Lord Zhu, my old Feng hasn't lived enough." ”

Seeing Feng Zhun insisting, Zhu Wenjun said, "Okay, I'll lead 20,000 horses to make a detour to intercept it, and 80,000 soldiers and horses will be left for you." ”

Feng Zhun nodded, this time he was not polite. After all, if the main attack force is weak, people will not evacuate at all, and they can directly destroy him.

Zhu Junwen ordered 20,000 cavalry and took the lead in leaving the brigade. Feng Zhun waited for a stick of incense before shouting at the Ling Qi soldiers behind him.

"Order, remove half of the flag, and take down my flag and replace it with Yan Facheng."

Ling Banner Officer was stunned for a moment, and said in surprise, "General, the flag is the spirit of the army, and impersonation is a violation of military regulations." Besides, this is also a big bad luck for you, the general~. ”

Ling Qi Guanxin said that if he used someone else's flag, wouldn't he curse himself to death? What's more, if it is passed out, it is the credit of others to win, and once defeated, it will be shameless to return to the camp.

Feng Zhun's face sank, and he reprimanded angrily, "Pedanc, Lord Ben ordered you to fight Yan Facheng in order to confuse the enemy army in Guxin County. When the distance between the two sides is less than 500 meters, it is not too late to show the flag of Lord Ben. That Zhou Hu rescued Yan Facheng in Yiming City, he shouldn't think that we would attack directly as soon as we met. If the old man's banner is played, then Zhou Hu will definitely take precautions. Fighting a war is not only about fighting bravely, but sometimes you also have to use your brain. ”

"No! The last general will be honored. After listening to Feng Zhun's explanation, the commander quickly ordered to change to Yan Facheng's banner.

Feng Zhun took the initiative to ask Ying to attack, but he was also afraid that Zhu Wenjun would stick to the rules and not accept this suggestion. After all, as a general, they are very concerned about their own face, how can anyone fight under the banner of others. After replacing the flag, Feng Zhun gave an order and quickly rushed to Guxin County.

Therefore, in the new county, Zhou Hu lived a more comfortable life during this time. Therefore, there are not many people in Xinjun, and seeing so many soldiers and horses stationed there, they are very welcome. Although it is not the soldiers and horses of the Great Xia Dynasty that are stationed, it is better than being ruined by the Nanping army. What's more, after the soldiers and horses of Lidu City were stationed, they did not commit any crimes against the people in autumn, and even helped them carry out spring sowing.

In the barracks, Zhou Hu was watching the soldiers and horses drill, and a scout hurriedly ran over.

"General Qiyu, I found a group of soldiers and horses coming in our direction. Judging from the number of battle flags, there are about 40,000 or 50,000 horses, and they are playing the Yanzi general flag. ”

"Oh? Yan Facheng that guy, and he came back again? How far are they from the new? Zhou Hu asked with a little confusion.

"Less than fifteen miles, it should be there soon."

Zhou Hu nodded, the scout was fifteen miles away when he observed, and according to the speed of the scout's return, the other party should arrive soon.

"Come, blow the rallying horn. Old friends are coming, and they have to be greeted. ”

Zhou Hu didn't understand why Yan Facheng came, but he didn't think that Yan Facheng was here to fight him. After all, his men and horses saved Yan Facheng's life, and everyone can be regarded as having a life and death fate.

As soon as Zhou Hu and his soldiers and horses set up a position outside Guxin County, he saw dust flying in the distance and a large army rushing quickly. From a distance, the army could see the head but not the tail, and most of the men and horses were covered by dust and smoke. But the flag in front is very obvious.

The court army was getting closer and closer, and Feng Zhun was excited to find that the formation Zhou Hu was lined up was not a defensive formation, but an ordinary column. This formation shows a friendly attitude.

"Order, all battalions form a charging formation, and kill with all their might, there must be no mistake."

Feng Zhun gave an order, but he slowed down the speed of the war horse and quickly fell behind. Feng Zhun was beside him, and a hundred and ten personal soldiers were lined up to protect him.

Zhou Hu looked at the oncoming army, and the moment the opposing cavalry changed formation, Zhou Hu's face changed.

"It's not good~ Everyone be careful, it's an enemy attack~!" Zhou Hu found that the signs were wrong, and hurriedly shouted.

The standard commanders of each team behind him are all veterans of war, and they can see that something is wrong without Zhou Hu's order, and the standard commanders of each team immediately pulled out their men and horses, ready to put on a defensive formation. But at this moment, the other party was already very close, and the flag in front of him also fell. Before everyone could see clearly whose name the newly raised general flag was, the soldiers and horses rushed over to kill them.

If this is replaced by other soldiers and horses, one impact will be scattered, and it will be difficult to organize an effective counterattack. But what Feng Zhun encountered was the soldiers and horses of Lidu City, these veterans who had been trained from the desert, and they formed small formations to resist and counterattack without giving orders.

As soon as the two sides fought, Zhou Hu suddenly felt the pressure. This was not only the result of the other party's sudden attack, but from the number of soldiers and horses, Zhou Hu found that there were more than forty or fifty thousand horses at all. Not only that, but the opponent's tactics are tacitly coordinated, and at first glance it is a well-trained soldier and horse.

Zhou Hu was angry from his heart, and instead of killing and blocking Nanping's attack, Zhou Hu was angry and didn't go to the rear to raid them. What made Zhou Hu most angry was that the other party played the banner of Yan Facheng shamelessly.

"Heralds, blow the horn of bloody battles, and let these bastards see how good we are."

Zhou Hu was also carried away by anger, and actually did not order a retreat, but wanted to fight with the other party.

At the back of the battle array, Feng Zhun saw that Zhou Hu did not retreat, and he couldn't help but be shocked and secretly happy. His 80,000 horses are all cavalry of the Ruifeng Battalion, which can be said to be the elite of the entire Great Xia army. Zhou Hu has less than 40,000 soldiers and horses to fight with them, isn't this looking for death.

Just when Zhou Hu and Feng Zhun's army were fighting bloodily, at the fork in the road, Hu Tianzhuang's men and horses also rushed over. The scouts released in advance intercepted Hu Tianqiang's army at the three forks.

The scout stepped forward and reported, "General Qiyu, the soldiers and horses of Great Xia did not send troops to Blue Lake City, but went to the direction of Guxin County. ”

"What? Went to Guxin County? ”

Hu Tianzhuang was stunned for a moment, and the movement of the court army made him a little confused for a while. According to the analysis of the military master, the other party should be planning to intercept their grain and grass line, even if it is not Blue Lake City, it should be in the direction of Yiming City.

"Do they have any soldiers and horses left behind in Huining City?" Hu Tianzhuang asked.

"General Qiyu, there is no stay."

"Damn, it doesn't matter, anyway, the military master asked me to lure the people to Guxin County. Summon, go all out, and run to the old new county. Hu Tianzhuang gave an order, led an army of 30,000 Nanping, and also killed Guxin County.

At this time, the sound of killing outside the new county shook the sky, and neither side maintained their formation in the melee. The soldiers and horses of Lidu City were resentful in their hearts, and after stabilization, they gave full play to their instincts to fight separately. For a time, the army of the court did not have much upper hand.

When Feng Zhun saw this scene, he really realized the power of the army in Lidu City. It is no wonder that Duan Lang only had tens of thousands of horses back then, and he dared to cross the desert and enter the rear of the Nanping army. Just when the two-shot battle was inseparable, another army arrived.

Seeing the dusty and tragic killing scene, Hu Tianzhuang couldn't believe his eyes. What kind of trouble did they have in the first place? Yiming City joined forces to fight him, but now it has become the soldiers and horses of the court who came all the way here to kill Duan Lang?

Hu Tianzhuang was completely blindfolded, but Feng Zhun, who was watching the battle, was pale with fright. He didn't understand why he hadn't gone to Blue Lake City yet, why the Nanping army suddenly killed Guxin County. Feng Zhun felt that something was wrong, no one knew whether the other party was friend or foe in the melee, which was very unfavorable to their court army. Maybe Zhou Hu's army can take advantage of the chaos to escape. Feng Zhun hesitated for a moment and decided to temporarily withdraw his troops to see what happened to the Nanping army. Anyway, the three parties contain each other, and the side with a large number of soldiers and horses has the most advantage.

When Hu Tianzhuang saw the armor of Lidu City, he couldn't help but hate the roots of his teeth in his heart. Fifty military sticks still have hidden wounds, which are all given by the capital city.

Just when Feng Zhun was about to give the order to collect his troops and take refuge, he heard Hu Tianzhuang shouting loudly.

"The soldiers and horses of the Great Xia Dynasty listened, Lao Tzu only killed the bastards in the capital today. Let's join forces to destroy the soldiers and horses of Lidu City, and we will fight again when we turn back. ”

Feng Zhun was stunned, he felt that he had misheard, "What's the matter, what did he shout?" Feng Zhun asked a pro-soldier.

"My lord, he said that he would join forces with us to destroy the soldiers and horses of Lidu City."

"Good! Hurry up~ If you have a loud voice, just say that Lord Ben agrees. A few of you, give orders to our soldiers and horses in unison, don't hit them by mistake. ”

After Feng Zhun gave an order and responded with a loud voice, more than a dozen pro-soldiers immediately shouted in unison, so that everyone on the battlefield could hear it. This kind of chaotic scene, the order cannot be understood at all, and the order can only be transmitted in this most primitive way.

Zhou Hu gritted his teeth, and when he heard the shouts of Feng Zhun's own soldiers in unison, Zhou Hu's heart was completely cold.