"Brother Jing will pick us all up. He will definitely build a big house with many rooms..." Xiaoni was so happy that she almost jumped for joy, running back and forth tirelessly, giggling from time to time.
Li Xiucheng approached his sister and whispered: "Sister, you should know what kind of person Brother Dajing is. Don't think nonsense."
Sister Li Xiu was stunned for a moment, but she didn't expect her younger brother to see through her thoughts. She turned to look at her younger brother, as if she didn't recognize him.
"Sister, I have grown up." Li Xiucheng laughed and puffed up his chest.
Sister Li Xiu blinked her big eyes, slowly showed a smile, nodded and said: "Well, Xiu has grown up, I am very happy."
"General Zhang came to see us off in person. This is a favor to Dajing!" Zhao Qingshan looked forward and sighed, "We will also benefit from Dajing in the future."
Chen Youshan nodded repeatedly and warned solemnly: "Dajing thinks highly of us. Don't embarrass him when we get to Guanglu Island, let alone take advantage of our power to act recklessly and cause trouble for him."
Sun Liuyan limped but walked slowly and said, "We are all honest people, how can we bully others? Uncle Chen, don't worry!"
"Of course it's not okay to bully people." Chen Youshan continued: "But don't be afraid of offending people when Dajing asks us to do things."
Zhao Qingshan said: "That's the reason. Dajing called us because he trusted us and asked us to be helpers. He didn't support us for free."
"Axiu." Chen Youshan turned to Sister Li Xiu and said kindly: "Dajing is in charge of both the army and the people, so he must be very busy. You have to support your family and don't let him worry about it. It's in Liuyan's house, Wang Gui's house."
They can all help you. If you have something to do, don’t lose face, just call them."
Sister-in-law Sun smiled and said, "Axiu, Uncle Chen is right. If something happens in the future, please don't be polite."
Wang Gui's family also happily agreed, which made Sister Li Xiu feel very warm in her heart and she felt a lot more relaxed.
"Axiu, hurry up and meet General Zhang, and thank him for taking care of him these days." Chen Youshan quickly reminded Sister Li Xiu as he was approaching.
Sister Li Xiu took a few steps forward, gathered her clothes and saluted, "Excuse me, General Zhang, to send me off. How dare a civilian girl be..."
Chen Youshan stroked his beard and smiled. He was quite satisfied with the speech etiquette he had been taught these days and Sister Li Xiu's performance.
The general's wife, how can she still be like a village girl? She must speak and behave like that.
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To the west of Guanglu Island is Wanghaichong, and to the north are Guifu Fort and Hongzui Fort.
Guifu Fort was built in the 20th year of Yongle. In order to prevent Japanese pirates from invading, it was named "Guifu Fort". It was renovated in the 33rd year of Jiajing and 130 officers and soldiers were stationed there.
Jiifu Fort is the predecessor of Chengzitan in later generations. The circumference of the earthen fort is more than 1,500 meters and there is a city gate. Although it is dilapidated, it is not very difficult to repair it.
Guo Dajing used the tip of his spear to poke hard at the exposed core of the wall. It was very hard, almost like stone.
"Legend has it that it was built using soy milk, glutinous rice juice and loess, and then tamped it down." A junior officer from the local area introduced, "The outside is covered with blue bricks, which is very hard and solid."
If there is no cement, it is possible. Guo Dajing nodded and said: "This fort is very good. If it is repaired, it will become a fortress."
The fortress Guo Dajing mentioned is naturally a bastion. It is defended with muskets, crossbows, thunderbolts, and trebuchets. If there are heavy muskets, it will be even sharper and can withstand ten times the enemy.
Yes, Guo Dajing referred to historical examples of fortified battles, such as the siege of Yaksa and the Netherlands War, which all showed the great success of the bastion in tactics and strategy and gave him full confidence.
The reason why Jiifu Fort became the first choice is that it is small in scale and is conducive to construction and defense. If the city was too big, Guo Dajing would not be able to devote so much manpower and material resources, and it would not take too long.
It is very necessary to have a strong fortress on the land. Use it as a base to gradually penetrate and develop into the areas controlled by the Jianlu. From enemy-occupied areas to guerrilla areas, until the Jianlu are squeezed out and driven away, the goal of regaining the lost land is completed.
If you want to save trouble, you can also borrow Lushun, but if you have more radiation, it will make Jianlu worry about one thing and lose another.
From Lushun along the coastline to the east, you can reach the forts built in the Ming Dynasty such as Wanghaicong, Hongzui Fort, Guifu Fort, Huanggudao Fort, etc., all the way to Zhenjiang (Jiulian City).
Although these coastal forts are somewhat dilapidated, the main parts are still there, so it is not very difficult to repair them. Moreover, after the Jianlu abandoned the coastal areas, it was even easier to occupy them.
Guo Dajing conducted an inspection on the land opposite Guanglu Island. A three-dimensional topographic map of mountains, rivers, woods, forts, and roads has been imprinted in his mind.
The combat methods that were originally imagined on paper are now clearer and clearer.
Although Jianlu abandoned the coastal area, why the Dongjiang Army did not occupy it was mainly because they were worried about the rapid attack of Jianlu's cavalry.
Moreover, occupying the fortress on land does not bring much profit.
Farming and reclamation, like Jinzhou and Ningyuan, were probably prepared for Jianlu. They relied entirely on sea transportation for supplies, and the Dongjiang Army, which was short of food and pay, could not sustain it for a long time.
This is the reason why there is only one stronghold in southern Liaoning: Lushun Fort. Although Jinzhou is right in front of you, if you occupy it and cannot hold it, it is unrealistic whether there are too many troops stationed or immigration for farming.
There is no reassuring city or dangerous fortress to defend, and landing to occupy the land for a long time is not a tactic that the Dongjiang Army is currently considering.
In order to occupy Jinzhou, General Zhang Pan went to Nanguan to command the digging of trenches and pouring seawater, but he was attacked by Jianlu cavalry and died in battle. Now, Li Weiluan also wants to implement this plan and regain Jinzhou.
Guo Dajing also kept an eye on Jinzhou. If he could recover and resist the Jianlu attack, tens of thousands of Liao people could be settled there and there would be hundreds of miles of fertile land for cultivation.
The previous difficulties are being gradually solved with the replacement of weapons and equipment and changes in tactics.
The excavation and construction of the trench breastwork fortifications takes a very short time. If enough manpower is mobilized, it can be completed and a defensive force can be formed before the builders get the news and dispatch the cavalry.
In Guo Dajing's plan, as long as heavy muskets were purchased, even a few hundred of them, coupled with crossbows, mines, and trebuchets, it would be enough to launch an operation to regain Jinzhou.
Of course, timing is also important. The reason why the plan is set for next spring and summer is because Huang Taiji will lead his troops to attack Tuduntu, if history will continue on its original track.
Guo Dajing spent a long time surveying the dilapidated Jiifu Fort, taking measurements and drawings. He also had a rough plan on how to build the future fortress.
Relying on the original earthen wall of the fort and tamping a few tips with earth on the outside to form a star shape, this should be the most trouble-free and labor-saving method that Guo Dajing thought of.
"A pointed horse face?!" Liu Qishi looked at the figure drawn by his brother and said a little strangely: "It looks weird, but when you think about it, it is really powerful."
Guo Dajing smiled and said: "Brother, tell me what's great about it."
Liu Qishi reached out and gestured on the drawing, "If the enemy attacks this side, they will be attacked from the side and front. Well, it's almost a three-sided attack..."
The essence of a bastion is to change the fortress from a convex polygon to a concave polygon, so that no matter attacking any point of the castle, the attacker will be exposed to more than one side (usually 2-3) and suffer multiple blows from crossfire.
In ancient Chinese city fortresses, in addition to the city walls that were usually built very tall and reinforced with stones or bricks, some towers or horse faces were also set up to obtain additional firepower output.
In terms of killing efficiency, the bastion is better than the horse face; for the Jianlu who are not good at attacking fortresses, it may become a nightmare with corpses everywhere.
"Brother is absolutely right." Guo Dajing extended his thumb and praised: "Our army cannot compete with Jianlu in the field in a short period of time, so someone wants to use the fortress to defend and counterattack, consume its manpower and material resources, and enhance the courage of the soldiers.
Fighting spirit."
Liu Qishi nodded vigorously and said: "As long as the Jianlu come to attack, they will suffer a big loss."
After a pause, he sneered again: "I just don't know what's going on in Ningyuan and Jinzhou. The city is strong, there are Western cannons, and there are tens of thousands of defenders. They are howling and screaming when they are attacked by the Jianlu, and they have no confidence."
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Guo Dajing gave a wry smile and said: "It's really ridiculous that the turtle shell turret game can't be played well. Alas, let's not talk about them, let's do our job well!"
"Will the imperial court let us send troops to contain it?" Liu Qishi asked: "We haven't recovered our strength yet. If we dare to go out, I'm afraid it will break our muscles and bones. We will have to stay here and rest this year!"
Guo Dajing touched the short beard growing on his chin and said: "That's not necessarily the case. Large-scale mobilization is very difficult, but small-scale harassment can still be achieved. I will personally lead the troops out and use battle as training."
"Don't forget that you are the commander-in-chief." Liu Qishi rolled his eyes and said, "Can't we fight without you?"
Guo Dajing laughed and said: "You have to take care of them, so that you can call them with confidence in the future."
With that said, Guo Dajing changed the topic and said: "Axiu should have arrived on the island. I don't know if he is used to living there these days."
Liu Qishi smiled and said: "We haven't drunk the wedding wine yet, let's go back quickly. Don't worry, I won't be able to see you for half a year, so I should be murmuring in my heart."
Guo Dajing nodded and said, "Okay, let's stop the patrol here. I already know what's going on."
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The house with two entrances to the courtyard is very spacious. Although the walls are only whitewashed and the furniture is very simple, Sister Li Xiu and others are very satisfied.
But although she lived comfortably, Sister Li Xiu still felt a little uneasy. After not seeing Guo Dajing for a day and not knowing Guo Dajing's attitude towards her, she couldn't let go.
"Sister Xiu, eat it!" Fujino Hide enthusiastically brought the dish to Sister Li Xiu and introduced it enthusiastically, "This is a dish taught by General Guo. The variegated clams are boiled in clear water. They are so delicious!"
The specialty clams (blue-faced mirror clams) and variegated clams are extremely delicious and are rare treasures in other coastal areas. Boiling variegated clams, razor clams, etc. in water seems to be a simple method, but it maintains the original fragrance of the shellfish.
"Thank you." Sister Li Xiu slowly ate the clam meat and said, "Sister-in-law Sun is here, and Sister-in-law Wang is taking care of us. We can't always trouble Miss Teng to come over."
Fujino Hide came over almost every day and didn't care that Sister Li Xiu got her surname wrong. Sometimes she even cooked and had a meal.
"No trouble, you're welcome, Sister Xiu." Fujino Hide said with a smile: "This is what General Guo has told me. If I don't take good care of you, I will be punished."
Oh, Sister Li Xiu believed it, and asked curiously: "Are there many female soldiers in the army? I have never heard of it before."
Fujino Hide put the clam shell on the table and explained: "There weren't many before, and there aren't many now. General Guo asked me to recruit some brave, careful, nimble hands and feet to rescue the wounded."
"Rescue the wounded?" Sister Li Xiu thought for a moment, her eyes widened, "Doesn't that mean we have to go to the battlefield?"
Fujino Hide nodded and said: "After training, I will definitely go to the battlefield. But it will not be a dangerous battle, but behind the combat troops."
After a pause, she added: "In addition to the women's rescue team, we also need to organize a female militia. They usually do their own work and take time out to practice. When a critical moment comes, men, women and children must go into battle to kill the enemy. We can't wait to die.
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Sister Li Xiu lowered her eyes and retracted her disabled arm intentionally or unintentionally.
Fujino Hide noticed Sister Li Xiu's expression and little movements, and felt a little pity, but also a sense of superiority. She pursed her lips, lowered her head to eat, and said nothing.
She didn’t have a precious mirror, only a vague bronze mirror. Dajing seemed to treat him better than he did to her!
If she and Dajing hadn't known each other earlier than she did, and had shared the experience of adversity, plus her origin, she was not Han...
Fujino Hide thought this, but felt a little helpless. Guo Dajing was a very emotional person, and she could observe and judge it during the time they got together.
She can only continue to wait to see if Guo Dajing and Sister Li Xiu can live together as they like.
Well, even if you are a big lady, it still depends on who Dajing likes more. Fujino Hide comforted himself, and after dinner he spoke affectionately to Sister Li Xiu for a while, and then left politely.
Apart from feeling a little inferior, Sister Li Xiu didn't think too much about the relationship between Fujino Hide and Guo Dajing.
According to her traditional thinking, it is normal for a man to have a concubine if he is a high official or rich. She is already half disabled, and she does not dare to have the bad reputation of being jealous.
Returning to her room, Sister Li Xiu took out the half-made red wedding dress from under the bed. With a happy and shy smile, she continued sewing and cutting with one hand without much dexterity.
This is the silk fabric left by Guo Dajing. Although he did not explain too much, his intention was clear.
At that time, coarse cloth was hard to come by, let alone high-end silk. From these materials, Sister Li Xiu also saw the importance Guo Dajing attached to them.
Although brother Li Xiucheng's words were brief, they made Sister Li Xiu feel as if she had suddenly realized something.
Even Guo Dajing doesn't mind it. He feels sorry for himself all day long and is annoying to others. If you really feel you're not worthy, just say so and they won't force you.
Where can such people be found who eat, drink, and use other people's food while still being pretentious?
Chen Youshan also opened her heart, which slowly opened her heart. Since Brother Guo wants to marry him, he must be virtuous and gentle, understand pain and warmth, and be a good wife.