Li Laiheng glanced at Huang Li strangely, wondering how he could have such an idea.

But after thinking for a moment, he still answered truthfully: "If we fight in a melee within the city, the Tatars will not be able to do what they are good at. With more than twice the strength of our army, we should be able to win."

Huang Li nodded slightly, but he did not agree with Li Laiheng's cautious judgment.

At that time, when most people calculated the combat strength of the various units of the Qing army, they would sort them according to the Manchurian soldiers, the Han army flags, the direct troops of the three vassals, and then the green battalions of each province.

However, Huang Li believes that in addition to being well-equipped and outstanding in cavalry and archery, the combat effectiveness of the Eight Banners in Manchuria has seriously declined, but the Qing government is keeping it secret and trying its best to cover it up

Although every emerging dynasty goes through a process of transition from prosperity to decline in terms of military affairs, the transition from prosperity to decline of the Eight Banners of Manchuria happened particularly quickly.

The so-called invincibility and bravery are just bubbles that have not been exposed on the surface.

Let’s calculate that the total force of the Manchu Eight Banners when they entered the customs was about 100,000, which also included Han and Mongolian soldiers. The real Eight Banners only numbered tens of thousands.

After more than ten years of fighting, coupled with acclimatization and viruses such as smallpox, the number of Eight Banners soldiers who died in battle and disease has exceeded the natural reproduction of the population.

Moreover, after entering the prosperous areas of the Central Plains, the Eight Banners soldiers quickly deteriorated and began to pursue the enjoyment and comfort of life. They were far less courageous than before and after entering the customs.

By the sixth year of Yongli (the ninth year of Shunzhi), almost all the experienced and meritorious generals in the Eight Banners Army were dead.

The descendants who inherited their titles lacked combat experience and were arrogant, so they were not good substitutes for those Eight Banners veterans.

Therefore, in the battle against the Qing forces in the Southern Ming Dynasty, the Qing government relied more and more on the Han army and the Green Camp, adopting the strategy of using the Han to control the Han.

It can be seen that in the occupation of Jiangnan and the battle with the Daxi Army in the southwest, almost all the San Francisco and Han armies, as well as the Green Camp, contributed.

The Eight Banners soldiers will basically be on the second line in most battles, only playing a role in supervising the army. Or they will only be dispatched when victory is close to the end to seize the credit that has already been achieved.

During the San Francisco Rebellion, the low combat effectiveness of the Eight Banners in Manchuria was finally exposed. The Green Camp became the main force in the war, and the Qing government had to relax its supervision and control over them.

You must know that although the Qing government adopted the strategy of using Han to control Han, it was still wary of the Green Camp, which was composed entirely of Han people.

Since the Kangxi period, the green camp armies in various provinces have not been allowed to use various types of artillery, and can only use shotguns, rifles and other small-caliber firearms.

At that time, the Eight Banners Army was equipped with the 4,400-pound Wucheng Yonggu General Cannon, the 2,000-pound Invincible General Cannon, and many other types. However, the Green Camp was not allowed to even use the 90-pound light breech-loaded Franco machine.

The Qing government also ordered people to strictly prohibit private practice of firearms and set up firearms camps in the capital. All the most sophisticated firearms manufactured were in charge of the Eight Banners soldiers.

Fear means guilty conscience. Anyway, Huang Li's impression of the Manchu Eight Banners Soldiers is not as fearful and cautious as Li Laiheng's.

Come on, how much combat experience does the Forbidden Eight Banners have and what kind of achievements have they achieved? Who are you trying to scare by bragging about being invincible?

In fact, the historical Battle of Maolu Mountain really proved that the Eight Banners of Manchuria were here to supervise the war and grab credit.

The arrogant and hasty first attack failed, and Mulima's son was killed. After heavy losses, the Eight Banners soldiers never had any record of fighting again, and it was all completed by the Han army and the Green Battalion.

Of course, Huang Li's idea was only a fleeting idea and was not mature or complete. All subsequent operations must wait until the results of the attack on Yiling are known before deciding.

Li Laiheng suddenly pointed his hand and said with a smile: "That should be the vanguard of the Jingguo Government Office arriving."

At the foot of the mountain are a series of military camps, and Li Laiheng's troops have basically been assembled.

At this time, more than a thousand troops were being led towards the military camp, and there were sentry riders coming here, presumably to report the situation.

Huang Li hesitated for a moment, but decided to remind Li Laiheng before Yuan Zongdi arrived.

"Your Excellency, I hope that as many of the people from all walks of life who come to join forces can be sent out to fight. Even if there are some left behind, we should try our best to arrange them outside the core position of Maolu Mountain."

Li Laiheng's heart skipped a beat. He looked at Huang Li in confusion, blinked his eyes slowly, and said hesitantly: "Mr. Huang, are you worried about the troops coming to join the camp?"

Huang Li smiled bitterly and said: "I have absolute trust in all the princes. But I am careful not to make a big mistake. The situation is dangerous and I have to prevent my subordinates from wavering and rebelling."

"Maolu Mountain is the last support, and the fortress is easiest to break from the inside. It is a test to be sent out to fight; for those who are left behind, I hope they can have time to observe."

Li Laiheng frowned slightly and asked solemnly: "Do you think Mr. Huang can trust my soldiers?"

Huang Li nodded and said: "You can absolutely trust it. This is the conclusion I have drawn from careful observation over the past few days."

The reason why I want to remind Li Laiheng is that in history, many generals and officers under Yuan Zongdi, Hao Yaoqi and Liu Tichun defected to the Qing army.

Although the situation was extremely dangerous at that time, and they had reasons to lose their fighting spirit and confidence, the seeds of precaution were still planted in Huang Li's heart.

Li Laiheng breathed a sigh of relief and said: "Mr. Huang's concerns are not unreasonable. The strong wind knows the strong grass, and the rough and turbulent grass knows the loyal ministers. If the situation is critical, it is inevitable that people's minds will change. Don't worry, our guild will handle it properly."<

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"As long as your lord understands," Huang Li sighed helplessly, feeling a little unhappy.

Li Laiheng knew that Huang Lineng simply said this to him, which was enough to show his trust in him, and he also understood that people's hearts will inevitably change when the situation worsens.

The atmosphere was a bit heavy, and Li Laiheng sighed inwardly, then changed the topic and said with a smile: "I have prepared a pair of armor for Mr. Huang and have sent it to his residence. Mr. Huang will try it on and ask the craftsmen to modify it immediately if it doesn't fit."

Wearing a helmet?! I am so tall and powerful, wouldn’t I be even more awesome and cool if I changed my skin?

Huang Li shook off his depression, cupped his hands, smiled and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty."

"When you go into battle to kill the enemy, you must be well protected." Li Laiheng waved his hand and said meaningfully: "Mr. Huang's status is precious, and he must not miss anything."

"I will pay more attention to safety." Huang Li smiled and did not want to explain more. Because he found that the more he defended, the more counterproductive it seemed.

Since meeting Li Laiheng for the first time, he has denied the three consecutive incidents. He has also stated it many times since then, but the situation is increasingly developing in the opposite direction.
Chapter completed!