However, the further you run, and even if you are brave enough, the losses in people and materials will be greater.
The road is long and mostly in desolate places. How can we stay and provide supplies along the way? These are not hundreds or thousands of people. If not half of the hundreds of thousands of people die, we may not be able to reach Heilongjiang.
Of course, Jianlu doesn't have to be in place in one step. He must first go to Haixi, buffer and rest for a while, and then go north. As for how much time there is, it depends on how urgent the Dongjiang Army's pursuit is.
"When the Jianlu rebelled against the Ming Dynasty, their base was in Jianzhou. They sent out troops to attack Liaodong, so they didn't have much to worry about."
Guo Dajing continued to explain to Fang Zhenghua, "But fleeing north is completely different. There is no base area, no farming, and no supplies. It is no different from fleeing."
He thought of the tragic situation when he was forcibly evicted by the Jianlu, and he couldn't help but narrowed his eyes, murderous intent rising in his heart.
Fang Zhenghua gave Guo Dajing a slightly strange look. It was well known that Guo Dajing hated Jianlu, but it was extremely rare for him to reveal such murderous intent in public.
Guo Dajing and Fang Zhenghua looked into each other's eyes, and his emotions calmed down a little, and he said slowly: "Jianlu's enterprising spirit has been completely lost, and it is foreseeable that the people's hearts are distracted and they will fall apart."
Fang Zhenghua laughed twice and said: "When a tree falls and the hozens scatter, they all fly away when disaster strikes, and the enemy is about to be defeated. Who doesn't think about his own way out?"
After a pause, he asked curiously: "If Dorgon asks for surrender, will Guo Shuai accept it, and will he spare his life?"
Guo Dajing smiled and said: "It is not impossible to keep him alive, but this requires the consent of the court."
This statement is ambiguous. Who doesn't know that nowadays, memorials in Dongjiang Town are basically accurate as long as they are not too excessive.
In other words, Mao Wenlong and Guo Dajing could decide whether to accept the surrender of the remnants of the Jianlu troops. However, Guo Dajing's push away the responsibility was obviously to eliminate the roots and not give the Jianlu troops a way out.
Fang Zhenghua nodded and stopped talking about the matter in depth. Anyway, as long as Liao can be defeated, the emperor doesn't care much about it.
In addition to hatred, Guo Dajing actually had more far-reaching ideas. To put it simply, he wanted to create enemies for the Dongjiang Army, continue to forge ahead, and always maintain a vigorous development momentum.
Although Hu Duntu can be regarded as one, Guo Dajing felt that it was not enough and did not fight.
With the remaining Jianlu remnants still alive, the Dongjiang Army had more motivation to continuously expand its territory to the north, taking the development of the Northeast as its own responsibility. It also laid the strongest manpower and material foundation by taking advantage of the vast and fertile black soil.
Of course, that is the responsibility of the Army. Guo Dajing has already planned to focus mainly on the development of the Navy, or Navy.
Five years, Zheng Zhilong, are you ready?
Fang Zhenghua and Guo Dajing rode back to the camp together, but they had no idea that his thoughts had turned to the South China Sea, which was thousands of miles away and had nothing to do with Liaodong Baganzi.
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As night falls, the river water sparkles with sparkling waves, but what is even more dazzling is the blazing fire on the pontoon.
Tens of thousands of infantry and cavalry joined forces to suppress Jianlu's mobile regiments, and the navy kept approaching. Fearing that the bridge would be destroyed and the road cut off, all the Jianlu troops fled to the north bank of the Taizi River and set fire to the bridge.
The firelight shone on Azig's face, which was uncertain. It was hard to tell what his mood was at this time. But from his closed mouth and frowning brows, we could guess a lot.
The people and horses on the other side were noisy, flags were fluttering, and it was as far as the eye could see. The ships in the river lit up their navigation lights, and they were also an endless fleet.
Finally, Azig either sighed or let out a long breath and said in a deep voice: "The enemy is extremely powerful and difficult to defeat. It is a great blessing among misfortunes that our army can retreat intact."
Once this conclusion came out, it proved that Azig's decision was wise and correct. Although it is an exaggeration to retreat intact, it is also a fact that the strength of Jianlu's mobile troops is still there.
The slave chiefs who accompanied Azig across the river had no objections, but were very happy. If they encountered a stubborn master and had to fight to the death with the enemy, they would probably all die on the south bank.
"Master Beile, you lead the army back to the camp to rest, and I will lead people to patrol and monitor." Oreb volunteered and took on the night task.
Azig nodded and said, "Then it's all your fault."
After a pause, he reminded again: "Liaoyang is still in the hands of our army, and the enemy must not be able to cross the river to attack. But it cannot be ignored. Report any situation at any time."
"Save it for me, slave." Oreb bowed to accept the order and said, "Please don't worry, Master Beile."
Azig then led a large group of troops back to Beiying to rest and recuperate. He also wanted to write a letter and send it to Shenyang overnight. The war situation was unfavorable, and the work of relocating people to avoid the war had to be carried out as quickly as possible.
On the other side, several Dongjiang Army generals gathered together, giving instructions and talking.
"The conflict between Azig and Haug is well known. I didn't expect that they would give up their friendly forces so quickly and cross the river to avoid the battle." Liu Qishi was a little unwilling. The expected fierce battle between the cavalry did not meet his expectations.
Liu Xingzuo shook his head and said: "It is not all caused by conflicts. Dorgon, Azige and other slave chiefs have long planned to relocate their people to avoid disaster. With such a mind, how could they kill all the elite men regardless of the cost?"
"Although they failed to annihilate the Jianlu, the enemies of Liaoyang have no retreat and can attack with all their strength." Mao Chenglu said with a smile: "This is also a good thing, it should make Guo Shuai feel at ease."
The plan has been basically completed, and it is only a matter of time before Liaoyang is recovered. The war situation has not changed much now, which makes Guo Dajing happy.
Li Weiluan was also in a good mood. The two associations in the landing operation completed the task perfectly and killed thousands of captives, fully demonstrating their combat effectiveness.
"Shuai Guo must have received the news now, and orders will be sent soon." Li Weiluan looked towards the direction of Liaoyang and said with a smile: "It should be reasonable for infantry to attack the city and cavalry to patrol the river."
Liu Xingzuo laughed and said: "General Li is not kind. He just assigned the great contribution of recovering Liaoyang to the infantry. The flying cavalry has no share at all!"
Li Weiluan hurriedly waved his hand and explained: "The restoration of Liaoyang involves both cavalry and infantry, and it is not just about conquering the city."
Liu Qishi grinned and nodded, saying, "That makes sense. Guo Shuai is the most fair person. We can just follow orders and there is no need to focus on any merit."
Having said that, major events such as the liberation of Liaoyang and Shenyang will definitely be written in the history books. Who doesn't want to leave a name, leave a name in history, and honor the ancestors?
However, Liu Xingzuo knew some inside information and said with a smile: "Guo Shuai wants to ask someone to write a book, which is about the causes and consequences of the military rise, as well as the people who shed blood and sacrificed for it and contributed. I think everyone can contribute some money.
, print it more often and spread it widely."
Everyone looked at each other, all showing surprise.
This is good. I wrote the book myself, and I can praise it as much as I want. Since it was Guo Dajing who funded it, the focus is of course on fighting bravely to pacify Liao and eliminate the captives in Dongjiang Town, so that everyone can show their face and make a name for themselves.
Liu Qishi coughed dryly and said: "A certain person contributed money to print an additional hundred copies to support Guo Shuai."
Liu Xingzuo rolled his eyes at Liu Qishi and said jokingly: "A hundred copies is okay, at least two hundred copies. If you don't have money, I can help you out."
"It's two hundred copies, how much money can you make? You still have to contribute." Liu Qishi curled his lips and said: "Besides, with Guo Shuai's wealth, our investment is just for the sake of it, it doesn't matter how much."
Everyone said yes, but their hearts became hot. It would be good to print a few more copies. If it spreads among the people, he will be considered a celebrity and can show off to his children and grandchildren.
At this time, Guo Dajing had received the news and sent someone to convey the order.
A stone fell to the ground, and Liaoyang was already in the bag. Jianlu's persistence was just an illusion. If he tried his best, Liaoyang would be broken in no more than five days.
"Order the Flying Leopard Regiment and You Xie to rush to the east of Liaoyang City overnight to garrison at the high mountains to block the eastward escape route of Liaoyang's enemies."
"Order the Flying Tiger Regiment and the Front Association to advance to the north of Liaoyang City and form an encirclement of Liaoyang City."
"Order the navy to cross the Taizi River, monitor the enemy on the north bank, and keep in touch at all times."
"Order the Left Association, the Central Association, and the New Association to remain alert and vigilant, and beware of enemy attacks in the city."
A series of orders determined the fate of the enemy in Liaoyang. Even though he had just experienced a war, Guo Dajing did not give his troops time to rest, and he acted vigorously and resolutely.
The big fish has been caught in the net. While it still has illusions and luck and hasn't learned the details, surround it completely and prevent anyone from slipping through the net.
Being able to encircle and annihilate the tens of thousands of Liaoyang defenders, Jianlu's total strength was lost by half. Already at a disadvantage, Jianlu will be even more overwhelmed by the Dongjiang Army's next actions.
"I heard there is another good news coming?" Fang Zhenghua saw the sentries running around in the camp and hurried over to ask.
Guo Dajing smiled and said: "I am about to send someone to inform Eunuch Fang. With the help of the navy, the front association and the right association successfully landed and repelled Jianlu's attack."
"The Flying Tiger Regiment and the Flying Leopard Regiment worked together to defeat the obstruction of Jianlu's cavalry. Now, our army's infantry and cavalry teamed up to repel Jianlu's mobile corps to the north bank of the Taizi River. Jianlu burned down the pontoon bridge and fled in embarrassment, abandoning Liaoyang.
Regardless."
Oh, oh! Fang Zhenghua nodded repeatedly, and said with joy, "In this way, Liaoyang has become an isolated city, and its recovery is just around the corner."
"That's exactly it." Guo Dajing said: "I have ordered all the troops to move throughout the night and surround the city on all sides so that no prisoner can escape."
"Soldiers are valuable and quick, and Commander Guo is smart." Fang Zhenghua praised him and moved his eyes to the table, where were the military intelligence reports that had just been sent from various ministries.
Guo Dajing laughed, pointed, and said: "The details are here, Eunuch Fang can take it and read it carefully."
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"That's the best." Fang Zhenghua tried his best to introduce the process of the war to the emperor in detail. Naturally, he was not satisfied with Guo Dajing's simple explanation of the battle.
After seeing off Fang Zhenghua, Guo Dajing wrote a letter to Mao Wenlong of Anshan Fort, reporting on the development of the war situation and the next combat arrangements.
This was a polite notification. Mao Wenlong would not interfere with Guo Dajing's command, but his understanding of the battle situation could not keep him in the dark.
"Report to Commander Guo. Commander Geng of the Tuying camp will meet you outside." The soldiers went inside to report.
Guo Dajing collected the letter and ordered it to be delivered overnight before letting Geng Mingzhan come in to see it.
"Shuai Guo, the general has already preliminary surveyed the soil quality in the south and west of the city. As long as the moat is drained, it will not be difficult to dig tunnels." Geng Mingzhan did not waste any nonsense and made a report directly.
Guo Dajing smiled and nodded, stretched out his hand to motion for him to sit down, and said slowly: "The situation has changed now, and the camp may have to work on all sides. If there is not enough manpower, you can temporarily mobilize from various associations."
Although digging tunnels is a technical job, much of it is physical work. Simple and repetitive digging does not require special expertise.
If there were only two blasts, Guo Dajing believed that the attack surface would be narrow and casualties would increase.
If there are more points, it will not only make the soldiers weak and scattered, but also can invest more troops to break the city as soon as possible and reduce the total casualties.
In terms of time, Guo Dajing was not in a hurry. He estimated that the time it would take to break the city was seven days, no more than ten days at most. At the same time as Liaoyang was regained, or before, the next stage of military operations would begin.
"Guo Shuai, I don't know how many days the deadline is?" Geng Mingzhan asked cautiously.
Guo Dajing said: "Seven days, no more than ten days at most, so that it will not affect the next actions."
Geng Mingzhan made an estimate and bowed: "If we can drain the moat within three days, we will be sure to complete the task on time."
"Then make adequate preparations. We will start blocking water and draining water tomorrow." Guo Dajing nodded and said, "Note that Liaoyang City is shaped like a 'sun'. You can flexibly choose the blasting point and attack the entire city in one fell swoop."
It is not necessary to dig tunnels on all sides and carry out multiple blasts on the east and west sides to achieve the goal. The purpose is not to give the Jianlu the opportunity to retreat to the north or south city, but to attack the north and south cities together.
"General, I understand." Geng Mingzhan stood up and accepted the order, "First make a blasting plan and submit it to Guo Shuai for review."
"Okay, let's make plans tomorrow. No need to stay up late." Guo Dajing praised, stood up and watched Geng Mingzhan retire with a smile.
Everything is ready, all it needs is the east wind. In other words, the knife has been sharpened and is just waiting to be drawn out of the sheath to see blood.
Although the military situation in Liaodong has not yet been reported, for Guo Dajing, as long as Liaodong is undefeated, even if the goals of the combat plan are not achieved, the war situation will not have any impact or change.
Ping Liao and exterminating the captives were getting closer and closer to achieving the goal, and Guo Dajing became more and more confident.
On the one hand, it comes from the confidence in the combat power of the Dongjiang Army, and on the other hand, it comes from the dejection shown by Jianlu in the battle.
How can this kind of mentality, which is timid and timid, take chances and arrange a retreat, compare with the indomitable Dongjiang Army?
To use an analogy that may not be appropriate, the current Dongjiang Army is like the Jianlu who just rebelled against the Ming Dynasty, forging ahead with determination and fearlessness;
The Jianlu were like the Ming army in Liaodong at that time. They did not want to abandon the castles and fortresses easily, but they had little confidence in fighting.
Guo Dajing thought for a long time before lying down to rest. Finally he was able to sleep more peacefully. But in the middle of the night, he was awakened again by the urgent report from his own soldiers.