Chapter 4363 A complete defeat
When the first artillery shell roared in the air, drawing a parabola and falling into the charging array with incomparable accuracy, the soldiers on the left guard turned pale with horror.
When the exploding shells formed countless fragments and sputtered in all directions, penetrating all blocking objects, tearing apart the body and sending flesh and blood flying everywhere, the morale of the military collapsed instantly.
The power of firearms is enough to split mountains and rocks, and cause the earth to collapse. How can flesh and blood resist it? That kind of indescribable fear shattered all bravery in an instant, and there was only one thought left in my mind: run quickly...
However, a military formation composed of tens of thousands of people coordinates and balances each other to form a tight whole. How can it be said that they can disperse suddenly if they want to?
The shells fell overhead, and after the explosion, shrapnel flew freely. Countless panic-stricken soldiers ran away, but because their own array could not escape the purgatory-like desperate situation for a while, they shouted and begged for mercy at the top of their lungs, even throwing away their weapons and crying on the ground. .
The artillery fire began to slowly extend into the distance according to the established tactics. The distance of the artillery shells landing at every moment was almost the same. The violent artillery fire covered the middle area of the battlefield, repeatedly bombing the main force of the left guard back and forth, and the gunfire was covered with smoke. It was filled with debris, shrapnel was flying everywhere, broken limbs were everywhere, and corpses were scattered all over the field.
All the soldiers on the left guard were frightened by the ferocious artillery fire. How could the human body resist such a power that could destroy the heaven and earth?
The morale of the army was annihilated by artillery fire in an instant, and the collapse of the entire army was doomed in an instant.
The soldiers on the periphery had not yet been tortured by the artillery fire. Seeing the tragic situation in Paoze, they no longer cared about military law and discipline, and dispersed in all directions. As the surrounding soldiers dispersed, the entire array began to loosen, and the main force could finally scatter to avoid artillery fire...
In a vast area from the ruins of the Han Palace to the north and the Wei River to the south, tens of thousands of fleeing Zuohou Guard soldiers ran like a herd of sheep. Flags were toppled and weapons were discarded all over the mountains and plains. No matter how the generals and lieutenants restrained the troops, To no avail.
The army was defeated like a mountain.
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Countless artillery shells poured down on the field. Although the power of gunpowder was limited, it did not have the power to crack mountains and rocks, but the flying shrapnel easily killed the soldiers. Every time a shell fell, it would cause a bloody storm and strewn limbs. Fei not only wiped out the main force of Zuo Weiwei, but also completely destroyed the morale and morale of the entire army.
The defeated army and the sheep generally scattered in all directions...
Yin Qinzhou watched helplessly as the troops that the Liquan Yin family had spent their efforts cultivating for generations were torn apart and disintegrated under the heavy fire. He felt his chest felt tight and his vision went black. He staggered two steps and spurted out a mouthful of blood.
The soldiers on the left and right were horrified and hurriedly stepped forward to help him, but he reached out and pushed him away.
Wiping the blood on the corner of his mouth, Yin Qinzhou turned his head with red eyes to look at Dou Xi, who was being carried on the back by a clan grandson and was about to escape. He gritted his teeth and said, "Now, the Guanlong clan has finally got his wish, right?" br>
The grandson of the Dou family wanted to escape with Dou Xi on his back, otherwise no one would know what would happen if the defeated troops surged up later. However, such a tragic battlefield scared him to the point where his hands and feet were weak, even though Dou Xi, who was still in his dying years, did not have a few ounces of flesh on his body. , but when he stepped forward with Dou Xi on his back, his feet gave way and he almost fell into the mud, and almost threw Dou Xi out...
Dou Xi hurriedly hugged his grandson's neck and wanted to scold him but could only hold back. When he turned around and saw Yin Qinzhou with bloodshot eyes, his heart trembled and he said helplessly: "Victory or defeat is a common thing for soldiers. Although we are defeated in this battle, we still can't do it." The people of Guanlong will surely remember the general’s benevolence and justice, and he will definitely reward him.”
The threat of destroying the family finally forced Yin Qinzhou to take a desperate risk, but the result was a huge defeat and the Yin family's wealth accumulated over several lifetimes was wiped out. This kind of thing was the fault of the Guanlong clan anyway.
Moreover, he is currently in the midst of Zuohou Wei's rebellious army. If Yin Qinzhou intends to retaliate...
However, the more you fear something, the more it will come.
A sinister smile appeared on Yin Qinzhou's face, and he gritted his teeth and said: "There will definitely be a reward? Haha, after this battle, the garrison in Guanzhong will probably be scared out of their wits. Who else dares to get even half a step closer to Chang'an? The King of Jin will definitely be defeated, Your Majesty. The throne is as secure as Mount Tai. When the rebellion is quelled, Your Majesty will definitely be the first to attack the Guanlong clan! At that time, your whole family will be destroyed and your entire clan will be wiped out. What else will you give me in return?"
Dou Xi's lips were trembling and his face was pale.
Although Guan Long was defeated and decadent, and lacked military generals, there were still a few people who could make plans and strategize. This is the foundation of the family. Can cultivate talents to lead the family to rejuvenation.
Previously, according to the current situation, some talents in Guanlong gathered together and came up with a plan to "break the cauldron and sink the boat", that is, to force Yin Qinzhou to send troops to Chang'an.
In fact, everyone does not think that Yin Qinzhou can defeat Fang Jun. After all, Fang Jun's achievements over the years are all real and not in vain. Such a person cannot be underestimated even in a desperate situation, let alone being in charge of Youtunwei again?
The reason why Yin Qinzhou sacrificed his shame and forced Yin Qinzhou to send troops was to break everyone's fear of the situation. Even if Yin Qinzhou could not defeat Fang Jun or even lost the battle, as long as he was the first to stand up and launch a vigorous attack on Chang'an, it would be considered a ignition. The first spark, the rest will surely follow.
However, despite all calculations, I never expected that Yin Qinzhou would be defeated so miserably and so quickly...
The garrisons from various places must have been assembled now, and perhaps some have already marched towards Chang'an, but Yin Qinzhou collapsed at the first touch. While it created Fang Junzhan's invincible reputation, it was almost like a blow to the head of those people: Who else dares to come?
Although the sparks fell, they were extinguished by a splash of urine before they could ignite a prairie fire...
Fang Jun, with the power of victory, turned around and attacked Xuanwu Gate, and he would definitely be able to defeat it. When the Youtun Guards entered Taiji Palace and chased Li Daozong's tail, and attacked front and back with the palace defenders, Li Daozhong was bound to be defeated.
The situation in Chang'an will undergo earth-shaking changes...
As long as His Majesty is secure in the Taiji Palace, those garrison troops and nobles who were previously waiting or even wanted to send troops to Chang'an will have no choice but to swear allegiance to Your Majesty if they want to survive. Not only will they not rely on the King of Jin to invade Chang'an and destroy the Emperor, but they will become the Emperor's lackeys. , pounced on him and tore King Jin into pieces.
At that time, His Majesty will be the first to drag Guanlongmen over and perform surgery.
Yin Qinzhou showed a fierce look on his face, said nothing more, and ordered the soldiers on his left and right: "Capture this old thief, follow me back to the north of the Wei River, and then use him to exchange for your majesty's forgiveness."
Dou Xi was shocked, and the two descendants were even more frightened and angry. Just as they were about to run away with Dou Xi on their backs, the soldiers who had already swarmed up from the north knocked them to the ground and tied them tightly.
Dou Xi looked defeated and murmured: "Why bother, why bother..."
He was born into a wealthy family and had been pampered and privileged all his life. How had he ever encountered such humiliation and danger?
Yin Yuan rode up from a distance and shouted: "Commander, retreat quickly, the armored cavalry of the Youtun Guard have already come to kill!"
The terrain where Yin Qinzhou is located is slightly higher, so when he looked up, he saw a cavalry of more than a thousand men in black helmets and black armor, like a black dragon, driving straight into the disintegrated left guard army. Cutting a bloody path among tens of thousands of defeated troops, they were heading straight towards him.
Yin Qinzhou did not dare to delay, and immediately evacuated towards the Wei River with Dou Xi, who was tightly bound, surrounded by his own soldiers. He was afraid that the armored cavalry behind him would attack too fast and be blocked by his own defeated troops. He did not even Dare to walk on the Zhongwei Bridge, but go straight to the river and cross the river by boat to avoid being chased by armored cavalry...
When Yin Qinzhou stood on the boat and sailed towards the north bank of the Weishui River, countless left-wing guardsmen fled to the shore of the Weishui River. Because there were not so many boats to ferry, some even took off their armor and stripped naked. He jumped into the rushing river and swam across the river. The army was in chaos and collapsed thousands of miles away.
Regret gnawed in his heart like a poisonous snake. Yin Qinzhou stamped his feet fiercely and shouted: "Dou Xi, old man, you and I are sworn in!"
Then he vomited out a mouthful of blood again, fell onto the boat, and passed out.
The surrounding soldiers were in panic...
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With his feet on the broken rubble of the Han Palace, Gao Kan looked down and indifferently as tens of thousands of enemy troops were routed under the fire and fled in disorder across the mountains and plains, without much joy in his heart after a great victory.
He knew what Fang Jun's original strategy was. Although such a big victory now solved the crisis, it also completely shocked the other garrison and clan officials in Guanzhong, making them avoid the enemy and never dare to take the risk to attack Chang'an again.
It can be said that the original strategy has completely failed...
These dozens of artillery were prepared for all the garrison in Guanzhong. Now they are used to defeat the left guard, which is really a waste of time. What is there to be happy about?
Big wins are normal, not to mention failures, small wins are accidents...
"The artillery is withdrawn to the camp, and the barrels are inspected. Clean what needs to be cleaned and replace what needs to be replaced. The armored cavalry and light cavalry continue to pursue the defeated troops. They must be driven to the north of the Wei River. Send someone to send a message to Yin Qinzhou and ask him to gather them. The rest of the troops surrendered! Follow me back to the camp to support the commander in attacking Xuanwu Gate!”
"Here!"
Thousands of soldiers fought vigorously, quickly cleared the battlefield, and then followed military orders.
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Under the Xuanwu Sect, Fang Jun nodded with a normal expression after hearing the report of the great victory.
Master Sun Ren was a little regretful: "Perhaps we should wait and let Zuo Houwei be wild for a while. Maybe we can attract other troops with ulterior motives and then kill them all! After all, using these dozens of artillery to deal with Zuo Houwei, some So luxurious..."
Fang Jun shook his head: "The situation is dangerous, who dares to take risks? What we want to think about now is not to expand the results, but how to steadily win the victory. Remember, never underestimate your enemy at any time, even if the situation is No matter how favorable it is, we must proceed steadily and avoid being greedy or arrogant.”
"What the commander taught me is that the general will eventually realize his mistake!"
Master Sun Ren was sweating a little and quickly admitted his mistake. (End of chapter)