With the 10,000 elite cavalry led by Qiao Feng, they entered the secret camp established by Zhao Xiaoxi in Youzhou. The armies that rushed to support him also began to converge with the Chinese army one after another, and the cavalry, which had not been trained much, officially started the war between the two sides.

Although Song and Liao are well aware that this decisive battle will greatly affect the next national fortunes of the two countries. It is also a very reasonable situation to dare not slack off at all, and let the cavalry of the two sides start a tentative duel.

In the face of the exploration cavalry teams on both sides, they continued to carry out tragic tearing and killing in the spacing area where the two sides lined up their formations. In Nanjing, it is already common to see the duel between small groups of cavalry. And this kind of duel means that the two sides begin to suffer casualties on each other.

understands that the Song army has nearly 100,000 cavalry, and what is really useful is the 30,000 elite cavalry. As for those border cavalry, in this kind of small elite cavalry duel, most of them also lost more than they won.

Seeing the gap between the cavalry of the two sides, Zhang Dun finally began to command the army under Zhao Xu's order. Outside the Nanjing Mansion of the Great Liao, the Fengtai Plain, which is suitable for the duel of the army, advances. This decisive battle will also be held there.

If the Song army wins, the sixteen states of Yanyun will recover the Song Dynasty in full, and the Liao army's strength in the remaining cities is almost pitiful. The defeat of the Song army meant that the war was over. Even the Liao army will take advantage of the victory to pursue and recover some lost territory.

Knowing that the army of the Song Dynasty had advanced into the Fengtai Plain, Yelutu, the prince of Liao, also personally led the heavy cavalry of Liao. Commanding the large army assembled under his command, he began to march out of the city towards the Fengtai Plain, where he fought to the death with the Song army.

With the forces of both sides, it began to unfold on the Fengtai Plain. This originally spacious plain land was also lined with flags and the neighing of war horses, and the atmosphere of the imminent war made the soldiers of the two countries dare not be careless.

On one side is the emperor's personal expedition, and on the other side is the crown prince himself to participate in the war. The morale of the military on both sides. It's all high. It's just that next, who can win, but it will only be known after the soldiers under his command fight hard.

Receiving that the Song Liao army was about to start a decisive battle, the countries that were concerned about this war were ready to assemble and send troops. As long as that side loses, they will fall into the ground. Beat the water dogs to gain benefits for your country.

Nearly 500,000 troops faced off, which was unimaginable for many soldiers of the two countries who participated in the war. Whether it is a military camp or an enemy military camp, it looks like a dense army.

Compared with the cavalry of the Liao army, the infantry of the Song Dynasty was more elite than the infantry of the Liao army. This is a decisive battle, at least in terms of strength, which looks evenly matched. Who wins and who loses, really doesn't know!

It seems clear that no one can afford to lose this battle. The generals of the Song and Liao sides were not in a hurry to win the first battle. When the Liao army commander sent 10,000 cavalry to invite the battle, Zhang Dian also knew that he could not avoid the battle, and also sent 10,000 cavalry to fight.

In the face of the invitation of several commanders of the cavalry, Zhang Dian handed over the rights of the generals to Zhao Xu. After all, Zhang Dian knew very well that the first battle of the cavalry duel was of great significance to the Song army. Lost. It will affect the morale of the army!

In addition, Zhang Dan also has a worry that this battle is a pre-war death contract. 10,000 cavalry on both sides. Only one cavalry fought to the last man before the battle ended. This means that defeat is the annihilation of a team of 10,000 people.

Looking at Zhang Dan's hesitation, there is also the invitation of the generals under his command to fight. Zhao Xu couldn't help but say: "You are loyal, and I am very relieved." But the generals should know that this is a covenant of war to the death. The battle cannot be ended until the two sides have fought to the last soldier.

You are all my confidants. I don't want to see anyone die on the battlefield. It's just that the Liao army released this statement, and it would be a shame to be afraid of war. I have to think carefully about which of you will be sent as the main commander this time.

General Zhang, I am afraid that I will need cavalry to fight in this battle, and I am sure that you will not disappoint me. 10,000 cavalry. Means two cavalry battalions. If you think those two are suitable, then you will recommend them, and I will make a decision. ”

Listening to Zhao Xu's words, Zhang Tingguang knew very well that as the commander of the cavalry, it was impossible for him to fight. The most likely to fight is the six commanders who have expanded each battalion to 5,000 fine cavalry.

Whoever you choose, it's a very difficult decision to make. After all, the cavalry in front of the battle invited to fight, and they still fought to the death. This means that in the event of a defeat, except for the 10,000 cavalry soldiers will cease to exist, and the two commanders will not survive.

At this time, Gao Mingjun, the commander of the Jinzi Battalion, who had a relatively calm personality, stepped forward and said, "General, let's go to battle at the end of this battle faction!" The last general knows that this battle is very dangerous, and it is very likely that there will be no return. But I've been waiting for training for a long time, isn't it today?

If the emperor and the general do not object, the last general intends to join forces with the commander. The last general believes that with the attack power of the Jinzi Battalion and the defensive power of the Tuzi Battalion, this battle will be won! Please also ask the emperor and the general to be fulfilled! ”

Accompanied by Gao Mingjun's invitation to fight, Zhi Zhigang of the Tuzi Battalion also stepped forward and said: "Please also ask the emperor and the general to complete!" ”

Looking at the initiative of the two commanders to ask for battle, Zhang Tingguang also knew that once these two commanders made a mistake. For his family, I'm afraid he won't be able to explain. But he must admit that Gao Mingjun is indeed the most suitable.

In the end, he gritted his teeth and said: "Your Majesty, the last general thinks that if Commander Gao joins forces with Commander Zhe, the chances of winning are greater!" ”

In the face of Zhang Tingguang's consent, the eyes of the two commanders looked at Zhao Xu, who was sitting on the main seat. For them, who were born in a family of military generals, they naturally know the danger of this battle, but they also know the merits after victory.

With the addition of the two of them, they are the two oldest of the six commanders of the cavalry. At this time, if they don't take the initiative to ask for a battle and let the other four commanders fight, they will feel unhappy.

Seeing the firm eyes of the two commanders, Zhao Xu stepped down from the handsome chair and personally helped the two commanders up, and said with a little reluctance: "This battle is dangerous, the two Aiqing must be careful." Wait, I will beat the drums for you myself, and wait for them to return to camp in victory! ”

Hearing this, the two commanders immediately rejoiced: "Thank you emperor, the last general will guarantee victory and return to the camp!" ”

The choice of the battle was decided, and although the other four commanders were a little reluctant, they didn't have much to say at this time. After saying goodbye to these two commanders, the cavalry of the Jinzi Battalion and the Tuzi Battalion immediately completed the assembly.

The cavalry of the Liao army, who had been waiting for a long time, saw a 10,000-strong cavalry coming out of the Song army's array. I also feel that this cavalry of the Song army is not easy to deal with. It's just that the cavalry they made an appointment to fight was also the elite cavalry of the Liao army.

If they are not sure of victory, they will naturally not take the initiative to come out to fight. With two teams of 10,000 cavalry, riding on each other's horses, staring at their opponents. Every cavalryman knows before going into battle that this battle is either dead or alive.

Compared with the cavalry of the Liao army, there is no camp to speak of. Gao Mingjun, who served as the main general in this battle, still adopted the method of defending instead of attacking. He believed in the offensive power of the Jinzi Battalion, and also believed in the defensive power of the Tuzi Battalion commanded by Zhi Zhigang.

The two sides were ready, and in the camp of the Song army, a car with war drums had appeared. Zhao Xu, who was dressed in golden armor, looked at the soldiers who had prepared in front of him, and personally beat the war drums of the attack.

With the sound of fierce war drums, Gao Mingjun, who was in front of the battle, raised his gun and shouted: "Cavalry, ten thousand victories!" ”

A group of cavalry soldiers also roared: "Ten thousand victories, ten thousand victories!" ”

At this time, the commander of the Liao army felt that the cavalry duel was the strength of the cavalry on both sides. What is the use of shouting a few voices? Finally, he drew his knife and said: "Wolf cubs, I will kill Song Dog with Ben!" Kill! ”

With a wave of the long sword, the cavalry of the Liao army drove out of their horses, and rushed towards the Song army, which was also slowly sprinting. In the face of the Song army's increasing horse speed, it didn't take long for the Jinzi battalion to draw its bow and shoot the first wave of arrows.

Seeing that the Song army was shooting arrows one step ahead of them, the cavalry of the Liao army was somewhat surprised. But as the rain of arrows fell, many of the Liao soldiers in the arrow array fell off their horses one after another, and there was no chance of survival.

The Liao army, which also counterattacked at the right time, also began to shoot their first arrows. The arrows of both sides staggered back and forth in this blank period that was not spacious. Even in the middle, the arrows from both sides collided together.

With the arrival of the Liao army's arrow attack, Zhi Zhi roared like thunder: "Shield, protect!" ”

Many of the Tuzi Battalion cavalry carrying shields took the initiative to accelerate and rush in front of the Jinzi Battalion cavalry beside them, using their huge shields. Shielded, a rain of arrows falling rapidly. Although it was inevitable that someone would be killed by an arrow, the casualties were much less than those of the Liao cavalry.

At the same time, the cavalry of the zigzag battalion, under the defense of the shield. Again set up an arrow at the Liao cavalry in front of him, throwing a third round of arrow rain. This tacit cooperation made the Liao soldiers and iron cavalry who were watching the battle in the rear also sigh at the elite of this Song cavalry.

By the time the cavalry of both sides began to fight, the bows and arrows had lost their effectiveness. The cavalry on both sides began to draw their weapons. But at the same time, the cavalry of the Song army suddenly pulled away. Each person drew their hand crossbows from their horse bags, creating an uninterrupted wave of crossbow arrows.

Looking at the waves of crossbow arrows that came at close range, the cavalry of the Liao army fell in rows. At this time, Zhi Zhigang's voice roared again: "Flying shield! ”

These powerful Tuzi battalion cavalry threw out the shields they were carrying towards the Liao cavalry in front. That neat movement caused many Liao cavalry who were hit by shields to withstand the second round of blows again.

The generals of the Liao cavalry who stayed behind also felt that the strength and combat methods of this cavalry of the Song army really made them feel incredible, but the killing effect was very good. The two sides engaged, and the cavalry of the Song army already had an absolute advantage.

I think the next step is the real decisive horse battle duel. As soon as the cavalry on both sides engaged, they almost fell to death. The people watching the battle couldn't see clearly that the casualty figure on that side was greater.

With tens of thousands of cavalry entangled, the cavalry of the Song army seemed to be better at the technique of combined attacks. And the cavalry of the Liao army is more of a personal warrior. This situation made the cavalry generals of the Liao army also look gloomy.

Everyone knows that at this time, the cavalry of the Song army can still maintain the formation. It almost proved that they were going to win. And on Song Jun's side, there was already a sound of jubilation and victory! (To be continued......)