Try it out

Author: Gongsun Wujiu

Try it out

Although Zhang Yue was well prepared, he did not dare to act lightly.

Seeing that it was getting late, Zhang Yue commanded his soldiers to set up camp on a river beach.

After all, this place is under the nose of 2,000 Huns cavalry, so it is better to be cautious. If the Huns make a sneak attack, it will be a big trouble!

After setting up the tent, the soldiers went to the river to pick up withered reeds and light a bonfire. Everyone crowded around the bonfire and took turns drinking hot soup.

The cook put the cauldron on his back on the temporary earthen stove and started cooking hot food. The soldiers were very optimistic.

Everyone is looking forward to another big victory like the Battle of Loulan. Because they have so much confidence in Zhang Yue, they have never failed under Zhang Yue's leadership in the past few years.

Inside the main tent, Zhang Yue himself felt a little dizzy. The roads in the Western Region were really difficult to travel. On the map, it looked like Shanguo was not far from the driver, but the actual distance was at least five times longer.

If you want to go to Cheshi Country from here, even a normal march will be miserable.

Zhang Yue had already started building roads after thinking about this battle.

The road was difficult to navigate. This problem was not a big deal. What made Zhang Yue even more troubled was that the road originally marked on the map was no longer possible because the river had changed its course.

The scouts sent out yesterday spent a day exploring, but they still haven't found a suitable road.

Wang Hu on the side comforted Zhang Yuelai: "My lord, don't worry, getting lost is a common thing. General Li Guang won't talk about it. Even Bowang Hou has lost his way many times!"

But his words were of no use to Zhang Yue. Zhang Yue originally thought he had taken Wei Huo's script, but when he opened it, he realized it was Li Guang's! It was really dumbfounding.

Lu Han also consoled him: "The other generals often commit dishonest acts. After all, the enemy's territory is vast, so this is inevitable. Now it is better to send more scouts to explore the road first."

Zhang Yue was not worried about injustice. He had successfully completed his mission and killed a Xiongnu prince and King Loulan.

What he was really worried about was the safety of the Han army, although according to original history, the Han army eventually retreated to Jiuquan.

But now with his intervention, who knows what else will happen under the butterfly effect.

If you want to truly solve the crisis of the main force of the Han army, you must win one of Shanguo and Cheshiguo.

"What should I do!"

Zhang Yue forced himself to calm down.

On the second day, the scouts still could not find a suitable road.

At this time, Zhang Yue suddenly made a bold decision and decided to continue marching towards Shan Kingdom.

This approach is a bit like trying out players in Go.

Since I don't know what to do next, I'll put pressure on you and decide my next move based on your reaction.

Zhang Yue now chooses to march towards the Shan Kingdom, which is to oppress the Shan Kingdom and the Huns.

If the Xiongnu and the Shanguo people could keep their composure and never send troops.

Then Zhang Yue could return to Quli through the valley road, and then go to Cheshi Kingdom from there.

If the Huns cannot keep their composure, then Zhang Yue's purpose of mobilizing the Huns will be achieved.

At that time, whether the plan could succeed or not all depended on Li Si.

The trumpet sounded again, and the Han army in Luntai broke out of camp again, this time heading directly towards Shanguo.

"Uncle Dub, what's going on Sima? Weren't we still looking for the way to Cheshi yesterday? Why are we heading towards Shanguo again today!"

During the march, Zhao Guanghan secretly asked Pan Hong.

"I think Sima wanted to force the Huns out by oppressing the mountain country!" Pan Hong was not sure this time.

"But Shanguo is surrounded by mountainous jungles. Such terrain is not suitable for cavalry combat!" Zhao Guanghan said worriedly.

Pan Hong smiled and said, "Don't worry about this. The Huns are also cavalry, and they also have the same problem."

"Although the Shanguo people are good at infantry combat, we carry enough bows and crossbows. As long as we find a high ground before engaging the Huns, we can hold on with our crossbows."

Pan Hong was not too worried about this. Although he was a playboy when he was in Chang'an, he still had the necessary military training.

This is why the Han Dynasty was called the strong Han Dynasty. Even the dandies and literati were able to hack and kill on horseback.

Pan Hong participated in training organized by the Northern Army, which included cavalry and infantry combat drills.

Although he has only entered the Luntai Army for a few days, it can be seen from his usual training.

With such strict discipline and training, it is impossible for a legion to ignore the soldiers' ability not to fight.

Moreover, during these days, he also got along well with the veterans, and often heard them brag about their attack on Kucha.

While the two were chatting, Wu Tong also came over.

"Old Wu, I haven't seen you these days. Where have you been? I'm almost dying!" Zhao Guanghan said in a low voice.

Wu Tong ignored him, but first said to Pan Hong: "Uncle Pan Du, Sima has ordered you to speed up the troops and horses in this camp to lead the army and find a place to camp tonight."

"In addition, Sima ordered that if your troops encounter the Xiongnu, you must not hesitate to fight and retreat as soon as possible."

"promise!"

"I wonder if Sima has any other instructions?"

Wu Tong shook his head and said, "That's not the case anymore. It's just that Sima Youyan asked you to pay attention to your formation when you retreat."

It turns out that Pan Hong's village is very different from other villages.

Except for the Yishi Cavalry, which is the main force, the rest are all composed of Loulan people.

Therefore, compared to other villages, Pan Hong's discipline and combat effectiveness are much worse.

It is even more difficult to fight together with the Luntai Cavalry. The standard fighting method of the Luntai Cavalry is to charge while riding on the wall. The training level of the Loulan people cannot meet such requirements.

Pan Hong himself knew this, so it was just right for Zhang Yue to let them serve as the vanguard, as they would not affect the coordination of the army and at the same time confuse the Huns.

Because under normal circumstances, the leaders of the army are the elites of the army.

"It seems that Sima still hasn't given up on luring the Huns out of the mountains."

Pan Hong thought to himself, but he still didn't understand. If the Huns really came out, how could they defeat the coalition of Huns and Shanguo people with just over 500 cavalry here.

Even if the war is unfavorable, the Huns can retreat to the mountain country calmly.

But immediately Pan Hong sneered: "I am just a little uncle, but I have started to worry about the army. Let Zhang Sima consider such a big thing!"

Putting aside what was on his mind for the time being, Pan Hong quickly led his fifty soldiers and crossed over to clear the way for the army.

At the same time, after learning that the Han army from Loulan actually dared to advance towards Shan Kingdom, the king of Shan Kingdom had another thought...

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Chapter completed!