Early the next morning. The whole Phoenix Terrace is festive, full of laughter and excitement!

On the left and right sides of Nolb's felt bag, two brand new felt bags were erected. The felt bag on the left is for Bourgood and Sainqimiguel; The felt bag on the right is for Subotai and Yunduo.

The specially decorated Sumu tent has become the wedding hall for two couples today. On the brand-new carpet in front of the big tent, two couples are worshipping heaven and earth under the auspices of Orixin.

Ao Rixin personally served as the celebrant, first burning incense and praying for the two couples, and giving a generous speech:

"Immortal Heaven is above! The Huduk Sumu of the Heshute tribe held a wedding today for the two couples of Burgud, Saiyinqi Mig and Subotai and Yunduo. The homeland is unfortunate, trampled by the invaders and thieves; Wolves plague the grasslands, and it is inconvenient to act. As a result, the marriage is simple and full of joy! I pray that the heavens of eternal life will bless the two couples, and they will be united forever! ”

Ao Rixin's explanation at this time is not only to explain the original situation to the heavens and tell the reason for the simplicity of the marriage; is also a warning to the two couples, don't forget the family hatred and national hatred; It's more like deliberately expressing apologies and soothing the calf-licking hearts of the hard-working parents of the newlyweds......

He plans to continue to play on the spot and elaborate on the root cause in the later "Greetings to the "Greetings" process...... For this, he had been thinking about it for half a night.

In the big tent of Sumu. The Nolbu couple, who were so happy that they couldn't keep their mouths together, and the parents of Srigulen and Saiyinqimig were already sitting in the right seats.

The two sides are embroidered with extremely beautiful curtains with flower and bird patterns, which cover the MiGs and clouds of Saiyinqi respectively. Behind the curtain, the hijab Saiyinqi MiG and Yunduo were supported by the girls, and under the watchful eyes of the villagers, they were ready to salute their parents-in-law......

Suddenly, the sergeant, who was waiting for the carrier pigeons, hurried into the big tent. He handed the curly note from the carrier pigeon to Naren Kundu.

Naren hurriedly opened it to take a look, only to see two lines of small print written on the note: Urgent! In view of the change in the hostile situation. 505 canceled, evacuated using 1→4. Get started! Our department went out of the elm to respond, and the soil department went out to lead the enemy.

Naren was surprised and delighted! Happily, we are finally looking forward to the day of the great transfer! I was surprised to ask for immediate action, time is pressing! And the wedding is still underway...... He thought about it and felt that the matter was very important, and he still had to inform Okurixin as soon as possible.

Ao Rixin was about to publish the "Greetings" that he had been preparing for half a night, when he was suddenly pulled by Naren's sleeve. He glanced at Naren suspiciously, and Naren quickly handed him the note.

Ao Rixin glanced at the words on the note...... With a smile on his face, he nodded, and said to himself, "Another joy!" Now is the time to transfer......"

Naren looked at Ao Rixin suspiciously, "What about this wedding?" ”

Ao Rixin smiled, suddenly waved his hand, and announced loudly: "Licheng!" …… The newlyweds are sent to the cave room! ”

Everyone! It feels like the process hasn't been completed yet, so why do you have to go straight into the cave room? They all looked at Ao Rixin suspiciously, thinking that it might be Lord Saling who had killed the enemy for days! Too busy getting the process wrong......

Ao Rixin looked at everyone's surprised eyes, and continued to smile and said loudly: "The newcomer is sent to the cave room!" Others began to prepare...... Transfer! ”

A few who like to join in the fun began to shout loudly: "You haven't drunk the wine yet?" ”

Naren also shouted loudly: "No hurry! On the way, drink slowly! …… Half an hour later, it's time to hit the road! If you're ready, you can go first! ”

Ao Rixin and Naren arranged and urged everyone to hurry up and prepare, and also asked Norbu and Sri Gulen to pack up their belongings. Only two heads of ten households were left, ready to study the content of the information and the relevant arrangements on the way to retreat.

Naren said suspiciously: "I understand everything else!" But the last sentence 'Tsuchibe is out to lead the enemy', I haven't figured out what it means? ”

Ao Rixin carefully read the contents of the small note again and explained:

"The meaning of this directive is: because there has been a fierce battle with the enemy; Even if the entire Bosten Lake is frozen, the passage out of Runaway Valley to the lake's ice will not be usable. Give up the lake channel! From now on, it will go out of the north pass of Kuruk and withdraw to Yushugou through the Hongliuquan, Gulwin alkali beach and Baitutang desert. The cavalry of this tribe went out of the elm ditch and went to the Baitutang desert area to meet the ...... The cavalry of the Turgut tribe, out of the Kerguti Gorge; Pin down the enemy barracks at Ushtara on the north shore of Lake Bosten Lake, cover and instigate our retreat. ”

Naren was a little surprised! He said excitedly: "In order to meet us this time, even the main cavalry of Turghut has been dispatched. It can really be said that it is a great teacher! ”

Ao Rixin nodded, "This is Taiji's concern." After the enemy army has suffered a great loss, it will definitely seek crazy revenge! I made up my mind to transfer us immediately. In fact, the enemy's camp in Ushtara on the north bank is a reinforced cavalry regiment, equivalent to half a cavalry division, and its combat effectiveness is very strong! This barracks of the enemy army and the Quhui barracks and the Yanqi barracks formed a complete blockade chain. The pressure on the main tribal force of the Baertu Mountains is very great...... That's why the main cavalry of the Turghut tribe was invited to go out of the mountains to help. This is also a measure that has to be taken as a last resort for the sake of safety. ”

The head of the middle ten households felt a little worried, "The main force of the Tuerhut cavalry, a surprise attack on this reinforced cavalry regiment, will inevitably be short-handed. It's going to be a big price! ”

Ao Rixin nodded, "Yes." But in order to create space for our safe transfer, it is necessary to contain this cavalry regiment; And only the Turghut tribe has this strength. This time, it must be Battle who led the troops to fight! ”

The head of the ten households also began to worry, shook his head and said, "If in order to save the more than two hundred lives of our Sumu, the hundreds of lives of the Turghut cavalry will be taken. The more I thought about it, the more I felt like I couldn't make it...... Is there no other way? ”

Everyone was lost in thought.

The head of the middle ten households closed his eyes, folded his hands, and prayed earnestly for the Turghut cavalry:

"May the immortal heavens bless Battle, protect them with golden armor, and advance and retreat safely......"

Naren had a new idea, "There is another situation. It's Battle's cavalry team, don't go directly to raid this cavalry regimental barracks; Instead, find a way to get around this barracks. Directly in the middle of the enemy barracks and the Elm Gully...... In this way, the safety of the retreat route can be ensured; In times of war, we can also participate in the battle......"

Ao Rixin nodded slightly, "This might be a good idea. However, the enemy's guns were all advanced British-made weapons, with long range, high accuracy, and sufficient ammunition. If we fight against each other on the Gobi Desert in the open area, our side will definitely suffer; It is better to sit back and wait for the enemy army to attack, than to attack suddenly and strike first. It's up to Battle to adapt to the situation...... We are now ready to prepare and set off as soon as possible. If you have prepared and have a larger herd of cattle and sheep, you can take the first step and set off immediately......"

An hour later. Ao Rixin and the head of the upper ten households and the middle ten heads of the households took part of the cavalry to escort the cattle and sheep herds, and began to march to the north mountain pass in the northeast direction.

When the sun rises above the top of the mountain. Dozens of herds in Huduk Sumu have all walked on the road to the North Mountain Pass. In fact, this transfer and escape route is not a normal walking passage at all; Instead, it is a mountain trail full of thorns and rocks, which is very difficult to access.

According to the new arrangement of Okuri. Sri Gulen took Subotai and clouds; Norbu rode in the center of the procession on camels with Burgood and Sainqimig, plus some cavalry and a family of four who had been rescued from the reeds of the Great Soda Shoal. Thinking that the middle position is safer, in the event of an accident, this elite force can also take care of the front and back.

By noon, the vanguard led by Ao Rixin had already left the North Pass and arrived at the Red Willow Circle. The team in the middle had just arrived at the North Pass.

Srigulen was about to beckon everyone to take a break and catch their breath; But from the southeast, there was a sudden piercing sound of arrows. Everyone was amazed!

Norbu looked in the direction where the arrow came from, and said worriedly, "That's the direction of Mingzhu Peak and Wutang Daban...... Could it be? Did these thieves really come in from behind our side? ”

Sri Gulen was shocked! After a little thought, he said to Norbu: "It seems that the enemy is indeed touching from behind. You hurriedly led everyone to speed up their pace and rush to the direction of Gulwin and Baitutang. I'll go back and meet up with Na Renkun to see what to do? ……”

"Hey! If you want to go back, I will go back. How can you guests rush to the front? ”

"Let's not fight between the two of us. On the way to this transfer, there are still many things to do to break through the alkali beach and cross the desert! You have more experience than I am, and you hurry away with them; I'm going to rendezvous with Naren Kundu behind. I can still do my best against the pursuit of the enemy......"

Bourgud and Subotai shouted in unison: "Let's go together!" ”

"Nonsense! Not only do you have to take care of the MiGs and the clouds; I also have to escort the villagers over the big alkali beach, and there are a lot of things. Remember! Be sure to pay attention to the reed swing you saved last time - in the direction of Shaliang Bay. I don't know where there are any enemy troops now? In this direction, it is necessary to always be vigilant. Don't be careless! ”

As soon as everyone saw that Si Rigulen had made up their minds, they nodded silently.

Srigulen took two cavalrymen, turned his horse's head, and galloped away......

Everyone's judgment was correct. It was indeed the "old enemy" Mu Geri, who led a cavalry regiment reorganized by the enemy, bypassing Mingzhu Peak and outflanking in the direction of Phoenix Terrace. Behind this cavalry regiment, there is also a cavalry regiment as a backup, which is also close to Mingzhu Peak.

This is Aguba, who received a telegram from Yunus, and learned that the two cavalry regiments of the Flanker Regiment had failed to attack and sweep Mount Kuruk, and he was angry and furious! Immediately ordered Yunus to merge the two cavalry regiments into a single cavalry regiment, which was still under the command of Mugri. In addition, it is not allowed to rest and recuperate, and ammunition and equipment are replenished immediately; From the western shore of Bosten Lake, quickly cross the low junction of Mount Hora and Mount Kuruk.

Then, along the desert Gobi on the south side of Mount Kuruk, make a rapid detour to the southeast to Pearl Peak and Wutang Daban. Outflank, flank, and completely eliminate this Huduk Sumu. In order to revive the military prestige and save face!

In order to achieve the purpose of this operation, Aguba, who was red-eyed, sent a cavalry regiment from the Korla camp to follow up as a backup. He vowed to completely eliminate the Huduk Sumu under his nose.

Mugeri originally thought: This time the attack on the mountain failed, and the troops were lost; Aguba and Yunus will be angry and take him away! Unexpectedly, not only did he not blame him; On the contrary, he continues to be entrusted with important tasks! It's just a bit of a taste of letting him "wear guilt and make meritorious contributions".

At this time, he was quite complacent! I feel that all this fully proves the correctness of my plan to attack the mountain and eliminate Huduk Sumu. Moreover, it was further affirmed by Aguba. Although the casualties are somewhat excessive, they are also the price that must be paid for the attempt.

Therefore, he is much more at ease. Now, to carry out the order issued by Agubai himself to outflank and eliminate Huduk Sumu, it is naturally even harder!

It took him less than a day and a night to cross nearly 200 kilometers of mountain desert and reach the foot of Pearl Peak in the southeast of Kuruk Mountain. Before the supporting cavalry regiment could be in place, Mu Geli hurriedly ordered: bypass Mingzhu Peak and advance in the direction of Phoenix Terrace in the depths.

Although this pearl peak is the highest peak of Mount Kuruk; But it has been eroded and buried by the sand sea of the Taklamakan Desert to the waist up. Relative height, slightly embarrassing.

The enemy's judgment of the mountainous terrain here was basically correct. From here, it is much easier to advance into the depths of Mount Kuruk than from the valley on the north side. It's like walking on a ridge, into a valley; There will be no more tragedies of risking to the bottom of the canyon and being covered with rocks.

However, the raging desert did not quite fill all the ravines on the south side as Mugri had hoped. Therefore, the criss-crossing ravines of all sizes made it extremely difficult for his cavalry to march! Every time you climb a mountain beam, you have to put in hard work. This is obviously to "add insult to injury" to his defeated army, which is demoralized and seriously overdrawn. How much combat power is left? He really didn't know the bottom of his heart.

The first mountain beam just after Wutang Daban; The horse's stamina has passed its limit and it is impossible to continue walking.

Mugri reluctantly ordered: stop, catch your breath......

When the enemy appeared on the top of Utang Daban, the Huduk cavalry, who was on guard in the distance, had already spotted them. Timely warning of the sound of arrows......

When Naren heard the sound of arrows, he rushed in this direction from Phoenix Terrace with a cavalry team that was ready to break off, and joined the vigilant cavalry.

In the distance, across a mountain beam, Naren watched the enemy's movements. He was estimating: At this time, the last part of the entire Sumu transfer team was also close to the North Mountain Pass; If the enemy continues to advance at its current pace, it will never be able to catch up.

After a while, Srigulen also rushed over with two cavalrymen.

Naren was taken aback! Hurriedly asked, "Why did you come back?" ”

"I also heard the sound of arrows, so I came to see what was going on. ”

Naren turned and pointed to the enemy team that was still resting in the distance, "Look now. These guys are rushing here day and night, and they're getting tired! At this rate of marching, when they reached the North Pass; Our last sheep is almost in Gulwin. It shouldn't be a big deal......"

Srigulen shook his head, "This can't be careless! Out of the North Pass, it is a large alkali beach of Pingchuan. They chased after them, but they were very neat! ”

Naren nodded, "I thought about it too." They are now coming directly to the first-line Heavenly Pass and Phoenix Terrace. If they continue to advance, as long as they do not deviate in the direction of the North Pass, follow them forward without alarming them...... If they turn directly to the North Pass, we will take the initiative; Attract and mobilize them, and follow us to Phoenix Terrace and the first line of heaven. ”

"I think. You should be prepared with both hands......"

"What do you mean? ……”

"Before they showed signs of rushing directly to the North Pass. We should divide it into two parts: one part of the men and horses is responsible for keeping watch and confirming that they can lead the enemy army to Phoenix Terrace and the first line of sky; Then take the initiative to expose your whereabouts on the first line of days, and carry out appropriate maneuvering and entanglement; Try to delay the reaction time of the enemy troops rushing to the North Pass...... The other group of men and horses will set off now and set up an ambush at those passes on the inner side of the North Mountain Pass. Depending on the speed of the enemy's advance, prepare to intercept and block. Give the transfer team that has already left the North Pass, and buy a certain amount of time. This way, it will be safer to transfer the team. What do you think? ”

Naren thought about it for a while, and also felt that this was a foolproof strategy. However, the team that leads the enemy army to the Phoenix Terrace and the first line of heaven and entangles with the enemy army is very dangerous! It's possible that you won't be able to get out at all.

Srigulen then said: "I see it so! I'm here with a team. Responsible for dealing with them in Phoenix Terrace and the first-line sky; You take a team of men and horses to the pass of the North Mountain Pass, and prepare to set up an ambush......"

"How's that going to work? Uncle, although your martial arts skills are better than mine, after all, you are old and your physical strength is not as good as mine. The most important thing is that I am more familiar with the terrain of the first line of heaven and the mountain terrain of Chahan Canyon than you. Even if you can't get out, you can find a way to escape! ”

"Hey! When I arrived at the mouth of Chahan Canyon, I also paid attention to it. Once the time comes when you can't get out; We can go down to the north valley mouth of Chahan Canyon and abandon the horse to climb the mountain from the east side of the valley. After crossing two ridges, it is not far from Shaliang Bay. The enemy here just wanted to chase him, and he didn't have time to ...... Again. In the current Runaway Valley, there will be no enemy activities, and it should be safe. ”

"That's not going to work either! Always let your old man come to marry a guest on an adventure! How can I have face? How to have peace of mind? If something happens to you, Okuri Shinsa's will definitely smash my ass! ……”

"Now, the daughter-in-law is married. Even if this old life is lost here, I am willing! Don't talk about that...... You are the military commander of the entire Sumu, and there is still a lot to count on you! In addition, I have one more advantage......"

Naren looked at Sri Gulen suspiciously, not knowing what this advantage he was talking about?

Srigulen smiled mysteriously and said, "These captured guns on our bodies are British-made, called 'Enfield-style' rifles. At this time a year ago, King Khan and Batel commanded their cavalry and eliminated the enemy's 'advance team' of the bloody Sharga Sumu in the Wolf Valley, capturing hundreds of these guns. Then it was distributed to each flag and each sumu for everyone to study and use. You may not be used to it; But I am very familiar with the range and power of this gun, and it is very easy to use. That's a big advantage! ……”

After all, Naren couldn't resist Srigulen, so he had to agree to his proposal. Naren specially left a few more rifles for the dozen or so cavalrymen that Srigulen had bringed; And explained that we must protect Si Riguleng. With a dozen other cavalrymen, he rushed to the dangerous pass on the inner side of the North Mountain Pass. Prepare an ambush to block the enemy forces that may come your way.

Mu Geri led the cavalry regiment and gradually approached the Phoenix Terrace in the depths of Kuruk Mountain, the predicted assembly place of Huduk Sumu.

When his cavalry appeared at Utang Dasaka and heard the sound of arrows; He was even more sure of the correctness of this direction. immediately sent people to urge the cavalry regiment behind to follow quickly; And, the artillery corps brought by the order of this regiment must advance at the same time.

In order to completely block the people and horses of Huduke Sumu in the mountains, they were all wiped out! He constantly ordered to accelerate the pace of advancement. However, his own cavalry team, which crossed mountains and mountains, marched day and night, and was exhausted, could not move at a speed; Even if people can support it, the war horse can't stand it. The war horses that are completely lying on the nest can be seen everywhere along the way......

When he could see the sheepfolds built with stones halfway up the mountain in the telescope, Mugeri began to get excited! felt that the people, horses, and herds of Huduke Sumu were already the "things in the bag" that he could reach.

However, he also had some doubts: since there was a warning signal for the sound of arrows; Why haven't you seen a single soldier of the other side come to intercept it until now?

When Mu Geri led the exhausted team and barely advanced to the center of the Phoenix Terrace, he couldn't help but be surprised! It's already empty! Not even a single sheep or chicken was left for him.

When he ordered to search everywhere for the traces of the men and horses that had been transferred, two gunshots rang out in succession from the right front. The sound of gunfire echoed fiercely in this deep mountain and valley, and it was extremely harsh! ……

When the sun is in the west. Naren Kundu withdrew with a cavalry detachment from the North Pass and came to the Great Alkali Flat of Gulwin. He left two horsemen and three horses behind, and told the rest of the men to immediately pursue the transferred team.

Naren Kundu himself, with these two horsemen and three war horses, turned to the west and marched; I came to the southeast corner of Shaliang Bay. It's close to the side of Mount Kuruk; It is the most suitable place to receive them from Srigulen.

He raised his binoculars and stared at the outer ridge of Mount Kuruk, feeling uneasy!

Suddenly. One of the horsemen shouted: "Look! They're coming! ……”

Following the direction of the cavalry's fingers, I saw more than a dozen war horses galloping along the hills on the side of the mountain...... This is obviously from the front pass of the Easy Valley.

That Ren is puzzled? But in my heart, I was already thumping with excitement!

After dark. Naren Kundu and Si Rigulen led the cavalry team to the northern end of the Baitutang Desert - Yushugou. Ori Xinsa, who was also here, and Tashi Delektaiji, who had come to meet him, rendezvous.

Su Botai and Yun Duo looked at their old father's exhausted appearance, and tears flowed down their eyes...... This brief separation almost became an eternal secret!

Tashi Delek came over and hugged Srigulen, also with tears in his eyes! He settled down and introduced to Srigulen:

"In order to cover the safe transfer of Huduk's men and horses, and to ensure the absolute safety of this escape route. Battle led the Turgut cavalry out of the Kerguti Gorge. Before dark, the enemy barracks stationed in Quhui were eliminated and the enemy cavalry squad was killed; Then, on the way to reinforce the Quhui barracks of the enemy Ushtara cavalry regiment, he set up an ambush and killed many thieves...... Li Jie Kundu and Ah Shan Kundu led another team of people. Killed three enemy outposts from here to Ushtara. Now, both teams have withdrawn into the Nayink Gorge and are safe......"

Ori Xinzuoling, Naren Kundu, and the three heads of ten households, listened to Tashi Delektaiji's description, and then their hanging hearts fell to the ground.