Three Kingdoms

Chapter 3031 A new lesson in the martial arts hall

Cao Jun's scouts reported that Wei Yan, under Qiusi's command, had led troops to Shaanxi County and was expanding the military stronghold in Shaanxi and Jin.

Dong Zhao said: "This is to prevent Ming Gong from raising his troops to attack Hedong." 』

Cao Cao nodded.

Because just like the strategy proposed by Yang Xiu, if you want to enter the pass, in fact, it is not really like the Six Kingdoms attacking Qin, you can only fight at Hangu Pass.

The main reason for the route selection and ultimate failure of the Six Kingdoms' attack on Qin was the problems of the Six Kingdoms themselves, not how dangerous the Qin Pass was.

In fact, from the Warring States Period to the Qin and Han Dynasties, there were three main directions for entering Guanzhong from east to west.

Hangu Pass is not the only passage into the pass, nor is it even the primary passage in a certain period of time.

To the north of Hangu Pass, Yang Xiu suggested that Cao Cao take Longmen Ferry and Pujin Ferry.

Obviously, Wei Yan moved his army to Shaanxi and Jin to prevent Cao Cao from crossing the river and penetrating through Hedong.

This response was within Cao Cao's expectations.

The route from Hedong to Chang'an via Longmen Pujin was the most frequently used invasion route by the Jin and Wei countries during the disputes between Qin, Jin and Qin and Wei. The Wei State even once established a military stronghold in Shaoliang on the west side of the river. Since Shaoliang City was surrounded by mountains on one side, it was difficult for the Qin army to deploy, so Shaoliang City was stuck in Qin's neck for a long time.

When the Wei State was strong, it invaded a large area of ​​Guanzhong land, all the way to the Beiluo River. The Qin State had to pitifully build the Great Wall along the Beiluo River to resist the Wei army. In the early Warring States period, Wei defeated Zhongshan in the north, fought Qin in the west, Chu in the south, and Qi in the east. Niucha became invincible in the world. The extremely tyrannical Wei State was almost riding on the head of the Six Kingdoms. A slap on the left made the little brother refuse to accept it, and another slap on the right made the little brother feel unhappy. He provoked hatred everywhere, and was finally overthrown to the ground. From then on, Devastated...

At this stage, Hangu Pass was still unknown. It was not even clear when the Qin army occupied Hangu Pass or when it started construction. It was not until the Qin State captured the land east of Hedong that the allied forces could only pass through Hangu Pass, and this pass amazed the world.

But just like a peerless beauty rarely grows old, the dense mulberry fields in the Qin Dynasty have now become sparse mulberry fields in the Han Dynasty, and the original Xiao Tiantian has become Mrs. Niu.

On the whole, if the strength in Guanzhong is obviously greater than that of Shandong, then there is a certain risk in entering Guanzhong from Hedong, because the reinforcements from the Central Plains cannot smoothly pass through Taihang Mountain and cross Wangwu Mountain to reach Hedong, while the strength in Guanzhong can easily It is necessary to cross Longmen Ferry or Pujin Ferry to advance to Hedong, so taking the Hangu-Tongguan Line, the Xiaohan Passage, has become a safer choice. Firstly, the road is direct and there are no detours. Secondly, the river can be used to transport grain and grass. Thirdly, once the Hangu Tong Pass is broken, there will be no danger in the middle of the pass!

The third road into Guanzhong from east to west is naturally the Wuguan Road that Liu Bang took to enter Guanzhong. There are mountain roads on both sides of this road, and it is not easy to walk over the mountains and ridges...

Guo Jia said: "This man likes surprise attacks. I should set up more outposts to guard against surprise attacks." 』

Cao Cao also nodded, and then asked: "Is Wei Yan, Wei Wenchang, greedy for money and lust?" 』

Cao Cao was not familiar with Wei Yan. Cao Cao was worried about the missing hussars, and once the hussars appeared in sight, he would naturally have a strategy to deal with them. Cao Cao believed that Wei Yan built a military stronghold in Shaanxi County, Shaanxi Province, undoubtedly to prevent Cao Cao's army from crossing the river to the north and attacking the east of the river. Of course, there is nothing wrong with Wei Yan's move. After all, Hedong can be regarded as the place where Fei Qian arose, and there is Pingyang fiefdom, so naturally he cannot lose anything.

At the same time, if Cao Cao is allowed to obtain the land east of Hedong, Cao Cao can also use Longmen Ferry and Pujin Ferry to march into Guanzhong. Tongguan is equivalent to failure. There is Wangwu Mountain to the north of Shaanxi and Jin, and a big river to the south, making it easy to defend but difficult to attack. Therefore, Wei Yan's move to Shaanxi and Tianjin was naturally the correct way to respond.

Cao Cao likes this kind of "correct response" because it means that the other party's strategies are within his expectations...

Guo Jia thought for a moment and said, "I've heard rumors about this person... But this person mostly admires hussars. It is said that the hilt of his sword is engraved with poems of hussars..."

"Oh... forget it..." Cao Cao waved his hand. He also made it on the spur of the moment. He can't be bribed or framed, right? But if he has always been so loyal, then it doesn't matter whether he is bribed or framed. Great meaning. However, Cao Cao still felt a little curious and asked, "Which poem is it?" 』

Guo Jia looked at Cao Cao and said, "It's the one where the Han'er should lift seven feet..."

"Well..." Cao Cao nodded, then smiled, said nothing more, and asked, "Has the vanguard arrived in Hangu?" 』

Dong Zhao replied, "We have been rewarded. The vanguard has reached twenty miles east of Hangu Pass." Siege equipment is being made and will be ready in about three days. 』

Cao Cao frowned slightly, "Too slow!" Order Zilian to advance another ten miles! The equipment must be completed as soon as possible, and the attack needs to be launched within three days! By the way, it can be designed to lure the hussars into attacking at night..."

Dong Zhao quickly responded to the order.

"Ming Gong, Hangu guard general Zhu Wenbo may not fall into the trap..." Guo Jia said.

Cao Cao smiled and said, "It doesn't hurt to try." 』

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When an army marches, it is often impossible to conceal it.

Smoke and dust cover the sky and the sun, and there was no haze in ancient times. You can definitely see it from a height of more than ten miles.

Hangu Pass itself is at a high position and has a front guard tower. In addition, Cao Jun had no intention of hiding when he came, so Zhu Ling knew the movements of Cao Jun very early.

At this time, another scout came hurriedly and reported loudly before Zhu Ling: "Report to the captain, Cao Jun is cutting down trees in the plains and is building siege equipment. There are many scouts of Cao Jun at the intersection of Danzi Mountain. Our No one can seep through! 』

Zhu Ling immediately looked at the sand tray on the table.

Linghuhua stood next to Zhu Ling, slightly nervous.

Linghu Hua is the son of Linghu Shao. He has been a counselor in the army for some time. Although he does not have any unique tricks in terms of intelligence, he can still handle ordinary things easily. However, Hangu Pass obviously does not need a top expert. A strategic counselor only needs a civil servant who can deal with it normally.

Therefore, Linghu Hua quietly neither expressed his strategy nor disturbed Zhu Ling's thoughts. Instead, like Zhu Ling, he stood quietly on the sand table and watched.

"Old thief, so cunning..." Zhu Ling murmured, "Old thief is setting up his formation here in Danzi Mountain... The siege equipment from here can be transported to the river by crossing the Tanyuan ditch. By water power, we arrived at the mouth of Hunxi River and reached Hangu Pass! He's tempting me to strike! hateful! hateful! 』

Zhu Ling slapped the table, causing the sand table to shake, and quickly used his hands to support it.

"Captain, General Wei has told us..." Linghu Hua said in a deep voice, "We need to retreat in time and not waste the battle." 』

"I know..." Zhu Ling waved his hand in response, and then said, "Is there any way to make these Cao soldiers suffer without damaging our soldiers, and without destroying Hangu's original plan?" 』

"Captain..." Linghu Hua said, "Are you sure you knew it was a lure, or did you want to take a risk? 』

Zhu Ling was silent for a while and nodded slowly.

Of course, it is undoubtedly the safest if not to attack, but if Cao Jun's forward cannot be put under enough pressure, then Cao Jun will not have too many men and horses to crowd up, and it will not be able to attract Cao Jun's generals, and it may even not be possible at all. What great harm did Cao Jun cause?

Of course, the risk of attacking is also very high. After all, even Zhu Ling himself realized that Cao Jun deliberately deployed layers of defenses on Danzi Mountain. Even the concealed scouts could not penetrate. This means that Cao Jun has been prepared for a long time, so Either you have to force your way through, or you have to go around Tanyuan Valley instead of Danzi Mountain...

And Zhu Ling was almost certain that there must be an ambush by Cao Jun in the Tanyuan ditch!

"No, we can't wait any longer..." Zhu Ling said in a deep voice, "It's safe to wait, but... but do nothing, just sit and wait... I seem to have a bad premonition..."

Linghuhua frowned and pondered for a long time, "Then... Lieutenant Commander, you and I might as well decide whether to attack or not first, and then review all the steps... This is what the 43rd issue of the Jiangwutangdi newspaper said , after planning in the army, you should review it again and again, you can also review the past and learn the new..."

"good! ” Zhu Ling returned to the edge of the sand table, “The first step is to resist the first wave of Cao Jun’s frontal attack and repel Cao Jun under the pass, at least for one day. This is a complete city defense battle. It only requires a thousand soldiers to defend the city and a thousand auxiliary soldiers. Although Han Han Valley is not as good as Qin Han Valley, Cao's army cannot expand if there are too many lines. 』

Linghu Hua nodded and said, "In a day, if we start from Mao hour to Xu hour, we attack once every hour..."

"Yes! ” Zhu Ling suddenly interrupted Linghuhua, “That’s it! 』

"ah? ” Linghuhua was stunned.

Isn't this the original speculation?

What is the problem?

"Why did Cao Jun set up more interceptions at Danzi Mountain? Why didn't he let our scouts cross the Danzi Mountain line?" Zhu Ling seemed to have thought of something, and looked at the sand table with bright eyes, "The old thief... he is indeed an old thief..."

"This... Lieutenant, what are you..." Linghu Hua frowned and looked at Zhu Ling, wondering if Zhu Ling had too strong a stress reaction?

Zhu Ling traced his fingers on the sand table, "Look, Danzi Mountain, why is it called Danzi Mountain? Because there is only one road in this place, surrounded by smooth rock walls, like an egg... And Cao Jun is hiding behind Danzi Mountain, on one side Cut down the siege equipment and lay an ambush on Danzi Mountain and Tanyuan Ditch..."

Linghuhua stretched his neck and looked, feeling that he understood, but there seemed to be something he didn't understand.

"If I lead a sneak attack, the scouts will be intercepted outside Danzi Mountain, so I don't know exactly how Cao Jun arranged it..." Zhu Ling said slowly, but there was some excitement in his eyes, "Old thief. Someone must be arranged to hide near Danzi Mountain and Tanyuan Valley. As long as Cao's army is attacked, Tanyuan Valley will be blocked immediately! Trap us on Danzi Mountain, gather us together and destroy them! 』

Linghu Hua nodded and said, "In that case, just defend the city." Just let Cao Jun wait overnight. 』

"No, no no!" ” Zhu Ling shook his head, “The old thief is here. If his guess is correct, the old thief must have ordered Cao's soldiers to be divided into two groups, with one group resting early and the other group standing guard all night! If we don't make a sneak attack, then let Cao Jun have a good night's sleep, and we will be the ones who get beaten! Whether it is the number of siege waves or the intensity of the siege, it will be greater than we originally expected! 』

Linghuhua finally understood.

Camping in the wild may be human's natural habit, but it will never be more comfortable than sleeping in a house, especially on the eve of a war. If it is disrupted by a night attack, then you will not be able to have a good night's rest!

If you can't get a good rest at night, of course you won't be able to fight with 100% of your energy during the day!

And what about the other way around? If there is no disturbance at night, and you know that there are comrades around you who are on duty all night, can you mentally relax and have a good rest? Then when they attacked the city the next day, the pressure naturally shifted to Zhu Ling.

In order to cope with such pressure, Zhu Ling could either retreat early or increase his troops.

Retreating early will result in insufficient pressure on Cao's army and waste a lot of previous arrangements. Once more troops are added...

Everyone knows that a small boat is easy to turn around, but once the boat is big, it is difficult to turn around!

"Old thief, you are indeed an old thief..." Zhu Ling smiled, seemingly not angry at being plotted by the other party, but more excited.

Linghu Hua looked at Zhu Ling with some worry, "Colonel Lieutenant, you..."

"I have an idea... There is a sentence in the 52nd issue of Jiangwutangdi newspaper..."

Zhu Ling smiled, like a fox holding a chicken in its mouth. She was happy in her heart, but she was holding back the corners of her mouth from splitting, fearing that the chicken would fall off.

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at night.

Many ropes hung quietly from Hangu Pass. Zhu Ling, with his own steps, quietly slipped down from the pass and hid in the shadow of the Loess Mountain Plateau.

Night attack is an old trick.

It's like teasing the vaginal foot. It works well at first, but then everyone becomes wary, especially when the masters compete with each other, only then will they know whose aunt doesn't have an umbrella...

Zhu Ling was very familiar with the terrain around Hangu Pass, so he passed through the bushes, slid down the soil plateau with his hands and feet, then climbed up the opposite slope, and led his men to Cao Jun's camp.

The difficulty of night raids is due to night blindness on the one hand, which can be almost solved if nutrition keeps up, but on the other hand it is difficult to solve due to elite training. Because in ancient times, it was basically impossible for large forces to attack at night. Once thousands of people take action, it can basically be called a storm, and the movement cannot be concealed at all!

The communication methods in ancient times were backward, and there were no complete maps for reference. It was difficult to control the direction of the team during night marches, so it was very difficult to organize, so Zhu Ling could only do it by himself.

Zhu Ling did not carry a special long weapon, but carried a strange-shaped component on his back.

Not only Zhu Ling has such parts on his body, but other soldiers also carry some similar items.

Although the war was about to come, Zhu Ling's heart was surprisingly calm. Maybe he liked fighting. Maybe it was the feeling of the blade licking blood that not only did not scare him, but made him inexplicably excited. But Zhu Ling didn't seem to Gan Feng was just as easy to get fooled into, falling into a crazy fight and losing his mind. He chose the path very carefully, hiding in the shadows as much as possible, and avoiding making any special noises.

Most of the belongings of Zhu Ling and his elite men were wrapped in rags and hay, and even their armors were replaced with leather armor in order to reduce movement. Of course, this also meant the protection of Zhu Ling and others. The strength has dropped...

But this doesn't matter, because Zhu Ling's plan is not to really rush into the enemy formation and behead the general of Cao's army.

Although it is indeed exciting to think about it this way, Zhu Ling is not stupid. He knew that Cao Jun was full of traps and ambushes and still rushed in...

Zhu Ling is a very goal-oriented person, otherwise he would just lie down and there would be no need to vote for Tai Shici. This time Wei Yan asked him to retreat directly, but Zhu Ling would rather take the risk and fight for a while, just to achieve higher achievements!

Dots of firelight in the distance swayed in the wind.

That was Cao Jun's camp fire.

Zhu Ling and the others walked gently through the sparse bushes and looked across the ravine of the plateau to the other side.

Zhu Ling's eyes swept across Danzi Mountain opposite and the Tanyuan Valley at his feet.

Under the moonlight, both mountains and ravines appear blue-gray, with large and small shadows scattered among them. Especially in Tanyuan gullies, there are almost no bright places, and it is impossible to directly see whether there are any Cao Jun hid among them. Although he couldn't see it, Zhu Ling could conclude that there must be Cao Jun's soldiers and horses in the dark shadow in the distance of Tanyuan Valley!

"Colonel, it's not easy to get down from here..." Zhu Ling's personal guard said in a low voice.

Yes, although the bottom of Tanyuan Valley is flat, the plateaus on both sides are relatively high and the walls are straight. Except for one or two winding mountain roads, it is very difficult to climb directly up and down the plateaus on both sides. Difficult things. Even if you can slide down smoothly, it will be very difficult to climb up to the opposite plateau.

"We're not going there..." Zhu Ling smiled.

"Um? 』The personal guard didn’t quite understand.

Don't want to go?

How can we attack Cao Jun if we don’t go there?

Zhu Ling waved his hand slightly, and the group retreated back into the bushes.

"Assemble it..." Zhu Ling took off the strange-shaped object from his back and handed it to the soldiers on the side.

The soldier took the components, retreated behind the bushes, unwrapped the components, and began to assemble them under the moonlight.

The sound of tightening and tightening was heard after a gentle combination of buckles, but it quickly dissipated in the night wind.

The soldiers are assembling the big yellow crossbow Kai.

This huge two-person crossbow, although Huang's workshop has improved it, is still extremely heavy and cannot be carried by one person.

Zhu Ling looked at Cao Jun's camp opposite and smiled softly, "As a general, you should know astronomy, geography, Qimen, Yin and Yang, and Mingzhen diagram... Today I will teach the old thief a lesson..."

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