Chapter 785: Tooth for tooth, blood for blood, copy his nest! [Get monthly tickets!]

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The man has been killed.

Things have not turned back.

He did not want to surrender to the Tartars with Zu Dashou, the only way out was to destroy him. To destroy Zu Dashou, severely punish all accomplices who followed him to surrender to the Tartars, they must attack Jinzhou, and they must take down Jinzhou before the Tartars in Guangning reacted.

According to Zhang Zhun's speculation, the Tartars in Dalinghe Fort should not know Zu Dashou's rebellion plan, otherwise they would not have chosen to retreat suddenly at this time. Even Tabai, the lord of the Tatars inlaid with red flags, might not even know Zu Dashou's plan. Zu Dashou should have contacted Huang Taiji directly. As a result, the Tartars retreated from Dalinghe Fort too early. If the Tartars still control Dalinghe Fort, things would have been more complicated.

However, once Tabai knows what is happening in Jinzhou, he will definitely find a way to support Zu Dashou. This is the most basic consciousness of a senior general, and Tabai must have such consciousness. Therefore, for Gao Qiqian, Wu Aheng and Zhang Zhun, they must solve Zu Dashou at the fastest speed, and then free up their hands to attack the Tartars.

Both Gao Qiqian and Wu Aheng felt very stressed when attacking Jinzhou. They were in charge of Liaodong and were naturally familiar with Jinzhou's defense. Jinzhou's defense was very strong, otherwise Huang Taiji would not be allowed to take a detour. Under the current conditions, attacking Jinzhou was simply impossible to complete. After thinking about it, in the end, he still asked for help from Zhang Zhun, or the Hu Ben Army who helped Zhang Zhun.

"How many people can you use?"

Zhang Zhun asked with a cautious expression.

"Thirty or forty thousand people."

Gao Qiqian's answer was a little depressed.

Because of Zu Dashou's existence, the elites in Liaodong were basically related to him or the local faction in Liaodong. Some of these people participated in the rebellion and were now in Jinzhou City. Others, even if they did not participate in the rebellion, they had a close relationship with the rebels. It would be very unrealistic to mobilize these people to rebel. Maybe if these people turned against each other and surrendered to Zu Dashou, the situation would be even worse.

"Who are there?"

Zhang Zhun asked calmly.

"Huang Degong, Wu Sangui, Cao Wenzhao, Cao Bianjiao, Tang Tong."

Wu Aheng said slowly.

Basically, the only general officers who could mobilize Gao Qiqian and Wu Aheng were Huang Degong, Wu Sangui, Cao Wenzhao, Cao Bianjiao, Tang Tong and other generals. Huang Degong was promoted from his soldiers and was always the confidant of the Ji Liao army and had nothing to do with Zu Dashou. Huang Degong was very indignant about Zu Dashou's rebellion and volunteered to take the lead.

Wu Sangui is Gao Qiqian's confidant and the godson of Gao Qiqian. Although Zu Dashou is his uncle and they are related, the relationship between Wu Sangui and this uncle is not very good. Wu Xiang and Zu Dashou have never been very good. If the two really want to fight, Wu Sangui will not hold back.

Cao Wenzhao and Cao Bianjiao were both transferred from the mainland, and they had conflicts with the local sects in Liaodong, so it was natural that they were obliged to attack Jinzhou. As for Tang Tong, they were just a so-called role, which was optional. However, this person did not have much to do with Zu Dashou, so he could use it with confidence.

In fact, among so many generals in Liaodong, the ones who are more capable of fighting are Wu Sangui, Huang Degong, Cao Wenzhao, Cao Bianjiao and others. There is also a Wang Tingchen. Unfortunately, Wang Tingchen is far away in the pass, and the far water cannot save the nearby fire. He must be unable to catch up with Zu Dashou. Others basically rely on nepotism. They usually act like they are okay, but they can't do it when they really fight.

Relatively speaking, Zu Dashou's cousins ​​are indeed quite capable. Zu Dashou's greatest capital is many talents left by Li Chengliang. These talents have reproduced from generation to generation, scattered and numerous. They intermarried and recognized each other's godfathers, forming a very large and united group. This is the local Liaodong faction that Gao Qiqian and Wu Aheng and others are concerned about, which is the so-called real Liaodong King.

In this freak-like group, there are not many outstanding talents. Zu Dashou had a good impression of the Tartars, but in fact, it can be traced back to the relationship between Li Chengliang and Nurhaci. Nurhaci was Li Chengliang's capable thug back then, and Li Chengliang had a relatively complicated relationship with the court. People in the court often wanted to transfer Li Chengliang back, but Li Chengliang just made an excuse to refuse to go back. From that time on, there were rumors that Li Chengliang wanted to gain troops and become kings. Alas, what happened decades ago was a complete confusion.

It is indeed very difficult to attack Jinzhou with 30,000 to 40,000 people. The elite soldiers, infantry and cavalry under Zu Dashou's command, will not be less than 20,000. Zu Dashou did not rebel alone, but there was also a large group of people, such as Zu Dabi and others. In addition, the troops of other general officers held hostage by the two, there will definitely be no less than 40,000. This was originally the main force against the Tartars, but they were all hostage by Zu Dashou.

Zhang Zhun looked at the military map on the wall, pondered for a moment, and said decisively: "Let's surround Jinzhou first, create the illusion of siege of Zu Dashou's siege, and then concentrate the main force and first take down Xingshan Fort."

Wu Aheng frowned, then nodded again.

Gao Qiqian's eyes lit up slightly. After pondering for a while, he gently put his head on his head.

Xingshan Fort was originally Xingshan Post, just an ordinary post station. When Sun Cheng ruled Liaodong, in order to prevent the Tatar cavalry from rushing long distances, he ordered the construction of castles in various places. As long as there is a need and conditions, all places were armed with lime and stone. As a result, Xingshan Post became Xingshan Fort.

Because Xingshan Fort was relatively high and had fewer connections with other castles, Zu Dashou turned this place into a rebellion base camp. After he occupied Jinzhou and launched a rebellion, he also stationed in Xingshan Fort with his cousin Zu Dainian.

Zhang Zhun proposed to attack Xingshan Fort first, which was obviously to capture Zu Dashou's retreat. Zu Dashou's retreat was circulated in Jinzhou, and Zhang Zhun also wanted to capture Zu Dashou's retreat. This is called the exchange of rituals. Once Xingshan Fort was controlled by the Hu Ben Army, all the connections between Zu Dashou and left and right were blocked. Jinzhou will therefore become an isolated city and will not give Zu Dashou the chance to escape.

In addition, Zhang Zhun also had a special purpose, which was to arrest the hostages. Didn’t Zu Dashou want to arrest the hostages? The Hu Ben Army also arrested the hostages! Zu Dashou’s own wife and children were all on the side of the Tartars, and the Hu Ben Army could not capture his hostages. However, the wives and children of Zu Dabi, Zu Dale, Zu Danian and others were at Xingshan Fort. The Hu Ben Army could also hold them hostages after taking Xingshan Fort.

At this moment, Zhang Zhun would not be as kind as a woman at this time. As long as the Hu Ben Army catches the hostages and gives them to Gao Qiqian, the cunning Gao Qiqian will play the role of these hostages to the greatest extent. If Zu Dashou is defeated by the death, the entire family of Zu will be uprooted.

Zhang Zhun estimated that Zu Dashou's active surrender to the Tartars shows that this person is afraid of death. Once Jinzhou becomes an isolated city and his life is safely cut off, he may accept the conditions offered by the Hu Ben Army. Besides, as long as the rest of the Zu family are controlled by the Hu Ben Army, the pressure Zu Dashou will be greatly strengthened.

Gao Qiqian and Wu Aheng discussed for a while and agreed to Zhang Zhun's proposal. They specifically reminded Zhang Zhun that they must hold all the families of those surnamed Zu in their hands. Only after they have these people can they have the bargaining chips to bargain with Zu Dashou, and they can also make Zu Dashou be afraid to kill people.

"Order Huang Degong, Cao Wenzhao immediately leads his army to attack Xingshan Fort!"

Wu Aheng immediately issued a battle order as the governor of Ji Liao.

Huang Degong's troops were about 8,000 people, 2,000 cavalry and 6,000 infantry, which were considered mixed combat units. Cao Wenzhao's troops were about 6,000 cavalry, 1,000 cavalry, and 5,000 infantry. In general, the number of cavalry was quite small, most of them were infantry. From the perspective of weapons and equipment, the number of artillery was also relatively small.

The Ming army in Liaodong mainly used tiger squat cannons when fighting in the field. This ancient mortar with a caliber of only 30 mm was actually very close, only about two or three hundred meters. Its main function was to prevent the attack of enemy infantry, which basically had no effect on cavalry. As for the use of siege, it was even more impossible.

“Is the number of people a little less?”

Zhang Zhun frowned and said.

The troops of Huang Degong and Cao Wenzhao all combined were only 13,000. However, there were 5,000 rebels defending Xingshan Fort. The ratio of the attacking party and the defense party was less than 3 to 1. If the Hu Ben Army attacked, they would have a great grasp. However, this was an attack from the Ming army itself! The combat power of both sides was not far different. It would be difficult for such a few people to win Xingshan Fort as soon as possible.

“There are only so many.”

Wu Aheng said helplessly.

There is no way, the number of general officers in Liaodong is indeed too many. The Liaodong Army has so many troops, and there are very few general officers who can command more than 10,000 troops. There are basically no general officers who can command more than 10,000 troops. The general officers have only a few thousand troops. It seems that Wu Sangui has only four thousand troops. Fortunately, they are all cavalry. If they are all infantry, they are afraid that he will become the most tragic general officer. It seems that Tang Tong is even weaker than Wu Sangui, with only five thousand infantry.

The main force of the Liaodong Army is cavalry. Unfortunately, there are only 20,000 cavalry in Liaodong, with more monks and less porridge. Even if they are divided, each general may have less than 1,000. Therefore, it is impossible for each general officer to command cavalry under his command. There are only two possibilities to have cavalry.

Or, you really have the ability, courage, and military achievements, and the superiors need to rely on you. It seems that Huang Degong belongs to this category. Huang Degong guards Songshan Fort and is the main barrier to the south of Jinzhou. Gao Qiqian and Wu Aheng cannot make Huang Degong's troops too thin, otherwise it will easily bring danger to Jinzhou.

Or, it is a good relationship with the superior, and the superior takes care of you. It seems that Wu Sangui belongs to this category. He is Gao Qiqian's godson. He has made a lot of contributions to Gao Qiqian and is qualified to command 4,000 cavalry. As for those who are transferred from other places to make soy sauce, they are only meaningful. Even if you give you one or two hundred cavalry, they can only be used as scouts.

It seems that a general officer like Tang Tong is really inconspicuous. It is impossible for a general officer who doesn’t even have cavalry to get the attention of others. No wonder he couldn’t convince Wu Sangui at all in the future. Perhaps in Wu Sangui’s eyes, Tang Tong could only be considered a choreographer at most. Isn’t that a joke to send a choreographer to persuade him to surrender? Perhaps Tang Tong thought it was a bit fantasy, so he simply followed Wu Sangui and surrendered to the Tartars.

“How long does it take to prepare?”

Zhang Zhun suddenly asked.

"It takes two days to get faster..."

Wu Aheng answered casually.

"It will take two days at the earliest?"

Zhang Zhun frowned immediately.

I have heard that the army has been slow to act and is prone to delay fighter planes. Now I have finally seen it myself. It takes two days to prepare for a small Xingshan Fort. What kind of efficiency is this? In two days, the Ningzi Camp of the Hu Ben Army can all get from Northern Zhili to Songshan Fort. Your garrison is at Songshan Fort and attacking Xingshan Fort, which takes two days? It must be noted that the distance between Songshan Fort and Xingshan Fort is less than eighty miles.

"No! It's too slow! I have to go out today!"

Zhang Zhun insisted.

"today……"

Wu Aheng was obviously hesitant.

"Huang Degong!"

Zhang Zhun shouted directly.

"arrive!"

Huang Degong responded quickly.

"I want you to pull the troops in front of Xingshan Fort within a day and prepare for all attacks!"

Zhang Zhun said sternly.

"Governor..."

Huang Degong is obviously a bit difficult to color.

Obviously, in his opinion, it is difficult for the troops to be dispatched in one day.

"How can you fight against the Tartars with such a reaction speed? What is the biggest ability of the Tartars? It is fast reaction, fast speed, and very strong maneuverability! From Songshan Fort to Xingshan Fort, the Tartars only takes one hour! But we ourselves, it takes two days! This is the fastest speed! It's not that I'm talking about you, this speed is not worthy of carrying boots for the Tartars!"

Zhang Zhun criticized him harshly without any concealment.

"Governor..."

Huang Degong's complexion turned red.

Gao Qiqian and Wu Aheng next to them also felt their faces were dull. They wanted to say something, but they were hard to say. Compared with the speed of the Hu Ben Army, the speed of the Liaodong Ming Army was indeed a bit slow. Today, we set off from Songshan Fort to Dalinghe Fort, and the speed of the Hu Ben Army was very fast. Other Ming troops almost had to trot all the way to catch up.

When the troops of both sides arrived at Dalinghe Fort, the Ming army was no longer able to do it. They were so tired that they were about to lie down, and they only knew to breathe heavily. However, the Hu Ben Army still had the strength to deploy defense and arrange for alert immediately. The young men seemed not very tired at all. The Ming army who witnessed all this was almost all suppressed. No wonder the Hu Ben Army was so awesome, and others did have awesome capital!

"Get your troops together and I'll go and see what's going on?"

Zhang Zhun said coldly.

The Liaodong Army is the most elite group of the Ming army, and it is much stronger than the Ming army in the mainland. However, Huang Degong's reaction did disappoint Zhang Zhun. He didn't believe it anymore. Everyone is human, why can the efficiency of the Hu Ben Army be so fast, while the efficiency of the Liaodong Army is so low.

Before he knew it, Zhang Zhun had already taken the Liaodong Army under his command. Although his purpose was to recruit about 20,000 people. However, if the Liaodong Army performed well, he would not mind recruiting more people from it. Instead of leaving these soldiers who could fight to Emperor Chongzhen and go to the Shaanxi bandits, Zhang Zhun would rather lead them to him. Of course, those soldiers who were gangsters must not be wanted.

"yes!"

Huang Degong hurriedly agreed to go.

"Dongdongdongdongdongdong!"

"Dongdongdongdongdongdong!"

"Dongdongdongdongdongdong!"

Soon, the loud drums rang out.

The Ming army at Songshan Fort heard the sound of drums and hurriedly assembled to the schoolyard.

Zhang Zhun followed him to the schoolyard, stood beside him, watching coldly. The speed of the Ming army gathering in Songshan Fort was much faster than the Ming army in Jinan City. However, compared with the Hu Ben Army, the speed was still too slow. At this speed, there was no problem in defeating other Ming troops. If you want to defeat the Tartars, it would be a bit unlucky. The basic quality of the army was shown in these most detailed places.

The Ming army of eight thousand people gathered, and it took a cup of tea to arrive. In Huang Degong's opinion, this speed should be very fast. Basically, everyone's military uniforms were worn, and most of the weapons were carried in place. There were only a few people missing. Not many people were late, only a few more.
To be continued...