Chapter 145 Entering Tongguan
The Xianbei cavalry was led by Qi Hong and Liu Kun.
After crossing half of the Luoshui River Valley, we turned north, slowly passed the mountain road, and then ran all the way. It took more than half a month to reach Hongnong, almost the same distance as the North Road. feet arrived.
In the mountainous area of western Henan, the cavalry attacked an egg!
It’s especially funny when we line up and walk cautiously on the mountain road. There were not two hundred but more than a hundred horses that fell into the valley. The Xianbei people had already suffered losses before they even started fighting.
They did not stay too long in Hongnong, and even refused the banquet invited by Governor Mi Huang.
Qi Hong is the chief secretary of Wang Jun's shogunate, and he is not from the same group as Luoyang's generals. He is just a "guest general" who comes to help, and he has no intention of embarrassing Mi.
Liu Kun was the Sima of the shogunate of King Fan Yang.
He would rather meet a palace general named Shao Xun, because this man's reputation in the shogunate of King Fan Yang was "like thunder" - not a good reputation.
The Xuchang Arsenal case is the biggest dumb loss that King Fan Yang has suffered in so many years.
If Liu Qiao and his sons conquered Xuchang and robbed the armored warships, then the arsenal in Xuchang was robbed by "friendly forces". How could we not make people angry!
King Fan Yang smashed the vase in private and asked if there was any way to kill this man.
As soon as these words came out, everyone understood that they could not touch Shao Xun on the surface, and could only think of some dirty tricks such as assassination.
Liu Kun really didn't want to get involved in this matter. He was only interested in Shao Xun's long-distance attack and killing Liu You.
In the Central Plains states, there are very few people who are so skillful in using cavalry. However, this person was only eighteen years old at the time, which is shocking.
There are rumors that Shao Xun was taught various skills by gods.
There are many people who believe in this. Liu Kun knows a person who specializes in writing records of legends and monsters. He even recorded this rumor and wrote a eloquent annotation of more than a thousand words, citing classics. It's serious.
Some people say that Shao Xun is a man from heaven who descended to earth, traveled around the world of mortals for a lifetime, and then returned to heaven.
Liu Kun was doubtful about this, and at the same time he became more and more curious. He wanted to meet him to see whether the rumors were true or not.
For Liu Kun, who has always been fond of fighting, it would be a pity to miss the opportunity to make friends with such a young general who shines on the battlefield.
Unfortunately, he is not the commander-in-chief.
The five thousand Xianbei cavalry only listened to Qi Hong and would not even pay attention to the military orders of Governor Mi Huang. Therefore, after a little supply, he could only regretfully give up the opportunity to meet Shao Xun, continue marching, and go straight to Huxian and Tongguan.
Sima Yong deployed troops here: Peng Sui, the prefect of Hongnong, and Diao Mo, the prefect of Beidi, joined forces with more than 20,000 troops to resist the eastern troops.
Yes, there is also a Hongnong prefect under Sima Yong. Geinhu County, Tongguan, and Huayin all belong to Hongnong County geographically, and have been controlled by Guanzhong soldiers for several years.
But the morale of the defenders was low and they lacked fighting spirit.
No doubt, this is the sequelae of killing Zhang Fang.
Sima Yong was advancing too fast and did not give Sima Yong time to regain his morale. Five thousand Xianbei cavalry traveled day and night. They didn't want to stop at Hongnong County and rushed over directly.
What is outrageous is that Sima Yong also added some information to the defenders: After Sima Yue refused to negotiate peace, he regretted it and angered Bi Yuan and Zhi Fu, but Bi Yuan was the "Crown Tribe of the River", even if The idea to kill Zhang Fang was his, but he couldn't add any guilt, so he had no choice but to behead Zhi Fu, who was unable to follow him, to vent his hatred.
As a result, the already low morale of the Western Army suddenly worsened.
Tongguan is in danger.
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On the first day of June, the main army left Hongnong in batches.
Mi Huang and Shao Xun walked side by side.
"As soon as Sikong was defeated in Xiao County, Chen Min used the excuse to recruit troops. After returning, he separatized Jiangdong and started a rebellion. It has not been quelled yet." Mi Huang said.
The mountains on both sides of the post road are lush and green, with flowers blooming like brocade, just like Sima Yue's scene of flowers blooming brocade and fire cooking oil. But amidst all the good things, there are also hidden worries, that is, the rebellions of Liu Bogen in Qingzhou and Chen Min in Yangzhou.
The Tianshi Dao rebellion started by Liu Bogen has been put down by the Xianbei cavalry sent by Wang Jun.
Chen Min's rebellion intensified.
Speaking of which, this is still Sima Yue’s fault.
When Zhang Chang's general Shi Bing fled to Yangzhou, he caused great turmoil. In the end, it was Chen Min who led his troops to fight for peace.
Fengyun in Xuzhou was in rebellion, Chen Minfu led his troops to fight for peace, and was promoted to the prime minister of Guangling based on his merits.
Sima Yue left Xuzhou and summoned Chen Min to his side as the forward commander.
After Xiaoxian was defeated by Liu Qiao, Chen Min saw through Sima Yue's idiot nature and went back to help him recruit troops under the pretext of never returning.
Then the separatist regime broke out into chaos.
Actually, the big families in Jiangnan don’t mind the appearance of another Sun Ce.
Unfortunately, the Jin Dynasty still has some prestige, and its strength has not weakened to the extreme. Chen Min's family background is average, and there are not many scholars willing to cooperate with him, but Sun Ce cannot do it.
But it is impossible to seek peace without fighting. Now Liu Hong, a loyal minister of the Jin Dynasty and the governor of Jingzhou, can only attack.
"There are many things going on everywhere." Mi Huang sighed.
To be honest, he was also a bit critical of his main company, Ma Yue.
The Chen Min Rebellion could have been avoided. If Liu Qiao and his son are defeated in Xiao County, can Chen Min return to Jiangdong? Can't go back!
Moreover, with this great victory, Chen Min's ambitions will also be suppressed.
After a miserable defeat in the battle, Chen Min not only ran back to rebel, but the Xianbei cavalry he invited also plundered Yuzhou and committed countless crimes.
Even Mi Huang's suspicion that Liu Bogen of Qingzhou was causing rebellion was also related to Sikong's successive military failures.
To put it bluntly, the prestige is too low, and it is a bit overwhelming.
"What are the governor's plans? The military morale of Xizhou is turbulent and it is not difficult to attack. After winning, have you ever thought about becoming an official in Guanzhong?" Shao Xun asked.
He looked at his words and found that Mi Huang was a little disappointed.
Of course, this level will not shake Mi Huang's loyalty to Sima Yue.
No matter how disappointed he is, he will try his best. It's just that a thousand-mile dike breaks in an ant nest. Many things start from a little disappointment. Just wait.
"It is absolutely impossible in Guanzhong." Mi Huang shook his head and said: "After Chen Min's incident, Guanzhong will most likely be given to a certain sect king. Even if someone is left to guard, it will only be short-term to determine the situation. After that, I will leave the town to the king. If I can win this battle, I will probably join the court as an official. Sikong is short of people in the court, so I can't rely on Wang Yifu for everything. How can there be happiness in separatism? But being promoted to the imperial court was a normal promotion, and Mi Huang himself didn't resist it, so there was nothing he could do about it.
“Don’t just ask me, what about you?” Mi Huang glanced at Shao Xun and said.
"How can we talk about these things before we have accomplished anything?" Shao Xun said with a smile.
Mi Huang also smiled: "Looking at how well Qi Hong, Liu Kun and others are doing so well, I'm afraid it won't be easy for you to make some contributions."
"There is always a chance. "Shao Xun said: "The Xianbei people are heading for Chang'an. As long as the Western Army doesn't mess with them, they will probably be fine."
" Oh," Mi Huang sighed.
The soldiers invited are all rebellious and cannot be controlled at all, so there is nothing they can do.
The deployment of the Western Army is now clear.
There are three lines of defense.
The first route is within the territory of Hongnong, and is dominated by more than 20,000 troops from Peng Sui and Diao Mo.
The second line of defense is in Huayin. Most of them are old generals from Hebei, such as Qianxiu, Shi Chao, etc. There are not many soldiers, just over ten thousand.
The third line of defense is in the Bashui area, commanded by two generals, Ma Zhan and Guo Chuan, with unknown strength.
The two of them had a banquet and chatted last night.
Shao Xun believes that if the first line of defense is broken, there will be no hope in the future.
After passing Tongguan, there is no geographical advantage anymore. Considering that the morale of the Western soldiers was generally low and their troops were at an absolute disadvantage, this battle was really not worth fighting.
"What's going on with the docks at your house?" Mi Huang asked again.
While saying this, his eyes fell on the thousand sergeants behind Shao Xun.
Four hundred of them led their horses and walked.
The horse carries armor and a crossbow on its back, and its body carries a heavy sword and a ring-headed sword.
Looking at their appearance, they were fierce and hard to control, and they were arrogant. They followed closely behind Shao Xun, following every step.
If it were someone else, I'm afraid it would be difficult to command this group of proud soldiers.
There are another 600 soldiers, who seem to be the short-lived Silver Spear Army in the Luoyang City Defense Battle. The leader is named Jin San, and Mi Huang has even seen it.
These 600 people lined up in a neat queue and walked seriously with hands and feet, completely different from the 400 people in front of them.
The six hundred people were a mix of old and new, about one-third veterans and two-thirds new recruits.
Veterans are relatively more calm and calm, looking straight ahead.
The recruits like to look around secretly with their peripheral vision, showing great curiosity, until the officer carrying the flag on his back smashes the scabbard with his sword.
The equipment of these people was placed on the baggage vehicles at the back.
Mi Huang noticed that everyone had a pair of iron armor, a spear, a ring-headed sword, a walking bow, and a number of miscellaneous instruments outside.
Who believes that these people are bankers?
Reminiscent of the Xuchang Arsenal case, Mi Huang didn’t know what to say.
"Yunzhong Dock is complete, and Kinmen Dock can be completed before winter. Tanshan Dock will have to wait until next year, and money and food are really scarce." Shao Xun replied.
Mi Huang nodded and said after a moment: "After defeating Sima Yong, tell me where you want to go. I will send you there, just don't make too much noise."
"Thank you." Shao Xun bowed on his horse to express his gratitude.
Mi Huang, a good old man, should have felt the undercurrent under the calm lake surface.
He must be very hesitant in his heart.
"Captain." Shao Xun said again: "The Pei family built a new fort in the east of Shaanxi County, haven't you thought about it?"
Hearing this, Mi Huang was slightly confused. .
He really didn’t think about what to do in the future.
There are some things that I really don’t want to think about deeply. In his mind, if Sikong defeated the King of Hejian, wiped out Guanzhong, and then wiped out Chen Min's rebellion in Yangzhou, it seemed that everything would be peaceful.
From now on, Sikong will be in charge of the government. Isn't it good that they will be promoted and make a fortune, and their names will be remembered in history?
But if you think about it carefully, this beautiful wish is more like a castle in the air and unrealistic.
You are no longer a newcomer. You have long passed the age of fantasy. Why should you deceive yourself?
Shao Xun's question made Mi Huang's heart become slightly lively.
The Pei family has already built Wubao in Hongnong. What are you still hesitating about?
On the fourth day of June, the army arrived at Taolinsai, near the former site of Qinhan Valley Pass.
At this time, news came from the front that Peng Sui and Diao Mo led their troops to Hu County.
Because the soldiers were fleeing, they had no choice but to lead the entire army into battle. They were overwhelmed by the Xianbei cavalry in a battle and the entire army was annihilated.
Qi Hong and others took advantage of the situation to occupy Hu County, entered Tongguan, and then rushed to Huayin, all the way unimpeded.
After hearing this, Mi Huang ordered the march to be accelerated.
Five days later, Shao Xun, as the vanguard of the Chinese army, led his troops into Tongguan and officially set foot on the land of Guanzhong.
That night, he met the messenger coming from Yiyang. After a conversation, he suddenly became furious: Damn you, uncle, which Xianbei trampled on my seedlings? I immediately began to think about how I could find an opportunity to get along with others.
(End of this chapter)