Chapter five hundred and fiftieth, just stick to it and report victory to the capital
Thousands of captives fled from Lianshanguan and Motianling. After staying briefly outside the city, they entered Liaoyang City through Pingyi Gate in the east.
When Guo Dajing received an urgent report from his own soldiers, he was not surprised but overjoyed. He ordered the sentry to continue monitoring and report at any time.
Under the pressure of Liaodong's troops, it is unlikely that the defenders of Lianshanguan and Benxi will come for reinforcements.
A reasonable explanation is that the Liaodong battlefield also suffered a breakdown. The Jianlu who guarded two key points retreated in defeat and had no choice but to flee into Liaoyang City.
If this is the case, the troops of the Liaodong Corps will soon appear in Liaoyang. With strong troops, Guo Dajing can launch subsequent military operations.
There are nine gates in the two southern cities of Liaoyang. The trenches outside the city not only hindered the Dongjiang Army's direct attack, but also acted like shackles, making it difficult for the prisoners to fight out of the city.
As long as the city gates are sealed with heavy troops, the Jianlu can only climb down from the city wall if they want to go out. They will not be able to build a large scale and will not pose a great threat. They can even be said to be seeking death.
"With 40,000 to 50,000 troops, it is enough to secure a tight siege. The remaining troops can open another battlefield and destroy the plan of the captives to move the people northward."
Guo Dajing was no longer sleepy, so he sat down in his clothes and re-planned the next military action.
Fighting one, holding one hostage, watching one, Liaoyang and Shenyang, as well as the surrounding Jianlu, were all considered by Guo Dajing.
The annihilation of this large group of enemies in Liaoyang was enough to satisfy Mao Wenlong and the generals of Dongjiang Town. Chongzhen was probably also very happy and could sleep well.
But from Guo Dajing's point of view, he still felt that it was not enough. With hundreds of thousands of troops, he obviously still had a lot of spare power to deal a heavy blow to Jianlu.
Jianlu thought that they could use Liaoyang City to contain the Dongjiang Army's attack. How could Guo Dajing allow them to do so?
After thinking and calculating for an unknown amount of time, Guo Dajing felt sleepy, yawned, and lay down to rest.
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It was quiet late at night, and the city of Liaoyang, which had been noisy all day, fell into rare silence.
But like Guo Dajing, the slave chiefs in the city also had no rest. The sudden arrival of "reinforcements" disrupted their planned plans again.
"Mandahai could not withstand the fierce attack of the Dongjiang Army. Weining Camp was lost, abandoned Benxi, and moved towards Shenyang."
"Xihan was worried about being surrounded by the Dongjiang Army, so he abandoned Motianling and rushed to Liaoyang, where he united his troops to strengthen the defense of Liaoyang City."
These two pieces of news shocked the slave chiefs. The war situation took a turn for the worse, Liaoyang instantly became an isolated city, and the enemy army was about to gather, leaving them speechless for a moment.
Haug's brows furrowed, and the ominous feeling became heavier and heavier, shrouding his heart and making him breathless. There was even a moment when he wanted to take thousands of fine knights and flee out of the city desperately.
"There's no news from Azig yet, so there's no need to be so pessimistic." Ta Zhanqiang said calmly: "Even if Liaoyang is besieged by the enemy, it's not a big deal. I had such an expectation."
Yes, the lonely city defended, that was the worst outcome expected. But when it really happened, it was hard to accept.
Hauge also forced himself to stabilize his mind and said slowly: "Ta Zhan is absolutely right. Since we are guarding Liaoyang, we naturally have the awareness to live and die with the city. Although the battle situation is unfavorable, as long as we can hold on, a turn will come."
He finally thought it through. It was impossible to escape from the city now. If Xihan's troops had other options, they might not come to the isolated city of Liaoyang.
Enemies from Liaodong are pressing over, and there has been no news from Azige's troops for a long time. It is estimated that they have won less and lost more. They may have escaped across the Taizi River and gave up their mission to respond to Liaoyang.
"I have long thought that Dorgon and Azig will preserve their strength and will not fight to the death for Liaoyang."
Hauge was resentful in his heart, but did not say it out loud, so as not to further weaken the morale of the army. At this time, he could only say words of encouragement, rely on the city defense to persevere hard, and live one day at a time.
"Master Beile." Gong Adai bowed and said, "Should we withdraw all the troops outside the city to increase the city's defense?"
In the current positions outside the city, except for the south side occupied by the Dongjiang Army, there are not many remaining troops.
The situation has reversed, and the enemy's army will soon press forward. It is obviously no longer appropriate to engage in a bloody battle with the enemy around the position.
General Hauge immediately ordered the withdrawal of all troops outside the city. Liaoyang became an isolated city, and the cost of trench warfare was no longer a price the Jianlu could bear.
"Be prepared to completely block the city gate and can execute it at any time." Haug made a difficult decision and regarded defending the city as the only option. He no longer expected to go out of the city to counterattack or abandon the city and flee.
With no way to retreat, the Jianlu who defended the city were able to burst out with the courage to fight to the death. Haug's decision was unanimously agreed by the slave chiefs.
"We will live and die with the city. There is no need to think about anything else now." Hauge glanced at the generals and said in a deep voice: "The fire prevention measures in the city need to be strengthened. As long as there are sufficient food and grass supplies, we can hold on for a long time."
The generals bowed down to take orders, and went down to make arrangements according to the defense zones assigned by Hauge.
"Finally, it's time to fight to the death in the lonely city." Hauge was the only one left in the room. He sat in the chair, his back no longer stiff, and a sense of powerlessness filled his whole body.
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Capital, imperial palace.
Chongzhen continued to work diligently, guiding the Ming Dynasty towards the abyss of increasing decline.
Putting down a memorial, Chongzhen leaned into the dragon chair, closed his eyes slightly, and gently rubbed his temples, showing a tired look.
Wang Chengen wisely presented the ginseng soup and advised with concern: "Your Majesty, it's time for you to go to bed. You can deal with official business tomorrow!"
Chongzhen took the ginseng soup and took two sips, shook his head and said: "There are still official duties tomorrow, we can't delay them, the more pressure we have, the more we will get!"
Wang Chengen gave a bitter smile, stopped trying to persuade him, and stood by the side with his bow.
While resting, Chongzhen asked casually: "The Dongjiang Army has been launched for several days. Is it time for a battle report to be submitted?"
When the Dongjiang Army launched a decisive battle, Mao Wenlong submitted a memorial. Of course, it cannot be said that it was to deceive Jianlu and keep the court in the dark.
The opportunity to fight is ripe, and the decision is made at the last moment. These eight words are enough to make the court speechless and make the emperor happy and joyful.
Originally, Pingliao had already arrived after this year's autumn harvest, and now it has been advanced by more than a month. It can be seen that the Dongjiang Army is not lying, but is really fulfilling its promise to the emperor.
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Sure enough, Chongzhen Longyan was very happy and immediately issued an order, ordering the governor Sun Yuanhua to fully supply the needs of the Dongjiang Army. He also transferred a batch of grain and grass supplies and thousands of horses to express his condolences.
After the encouragement was given, Chongzhen's impatience returned. He looked left and right, waiting for the news of victory.
Wang Chengen responded euphemistically: "I guess there is no result yet, or the news is on the way and should be delivered soon."
Chongzhen nodded slightly and said: "I hope the Dongjiang Army can live up to my expectations. This year we can pacify Liao and eliminate the captives, and next year Liaodong will be peaceful."
Wang Chengen thought for a while and said with a smile: "Your Majesty is wise, isn't this year's Liaodong peaceful and peaceful? From my perspective, Long Live fully supports it and does not hesitate to be rewarded with a title. The Dongjiang Army repays your kindness by pacifying Liaodong. That is
definitely."
This year has indeed been quiet. This refers to Liaodong. Jianlu was completely suppressed by the Dongjiang Army and lost the ability to take the initiative to attack.
In addition to trying his best to mobilize supplies to meet the needs of the Dongjiang Army, Chongzhen really didn't hear any bad news.
Although the peasant uprising made him unhappy, he still believed that the common people rebelling with hoes would not become a serious problem as long as they were dealt with seriously.
In order to avoid fighting on two fronts and to save huge amounts of money for Liao, Chongzhen was more eager than Dongjiang Town for the success of Ping Liao.
Therefore, the Dongjiang Army's early action brought only surprise and appreciation to Chongzhen.
Listening to Wang Chengen's compliment, Chongzhen smiled slightly and said reservedly: "Only by clear rewards and punishments can morale be boosted. If Ping Liao succeeds, I will be promoted to a noble title and a marquis. I will not be stingy."
The pacification of Liao Dynasty and the extermination of the captives were not only related to the rise and fall of the Ming Dynasty, but also the best proof that Chongzhen was a wise king. The three dynasties were not peaceful and ended in his hands. Can't he be called a wise warrior? Isn't it better than the great grandfather Wanli who conquered the three major campaigns?
After a pause, Chongzhen added: "With a mighty army like the Dongjiang Army that has fought hundreds of battles, why should we worry about the undefeated troops and the unrest among the people?"
The most ferocious Jianlu can be wiped out, including the tigers and rabbits who were beaten by the Jianlu and fled to the west. Those rebellious mud-legged people are no match for them.
Although the fear of the Dongjiang Army was still there, it was the lesser of two evils. Chongzhen still believed that with the Dongjiang Army's guarantee, the country was still secure.
Of course, how to get the Dongjiang Army to be loyal and how to use the Dongjiang Army was a difficult problem for Chongzhen and the court officials.
Let's solve it slowly, Chongzhen still knows the importance. Ping Liao is the first priority, and to control the Dongjiang Army, we have to move to the back. We can't continue to suppress and let the Jianlu rampant, right?
The Ming Dynasty does not yet have such an idea that one must settle the internal affairs in order to resist foreign aggression, and would rather live with foreign thieves than domestic slaves.
What's more, the collapse of Liao Town was replaced by the rise of Dongjiang Town, which forced the emperor and the court to rely on Dongjiang Town to complete the great cause of Ping Liao.
Mao Wenlong may be domineering, but Chongzhen did not believe that he dared to rebel or be a traitor.
Perhaps, this is the bottom line for Chongzhen. At the end of Ming Dynasty in history, warlords were inevitable, and many of them were caused by Chongzhen himself.
For example, Zuo Liangyu, Wu Sangui, etc. It can be seen from this that Chongzhen's psychology is the same as the death struggle of the feudal emperors in the last days. He was in a hurry to seek medical treatment, and everything was just for the present.
Wang Chengen repeatedly agreed, praising Chongzhen for his foresight, knowing people and being good at assigning tasks. The Liaodong Rebellion, which had not been resolved for three dynasties, would finally be completely resolved in the hands of Chongzhen.
In addition to Jianlu, the She'an Rebellion in the southwest is also gradually being extinguished, which has become Chongzhen's achievement.
At this time, an eunuch urgently reported the military situation in the eight hundred miles east of Liaodong, which was reported by Fang Zhenghua, the eunuch in charge of the army.
Chongzhen was refreshed, as if he had been given a shot in the arm, and he hurriedly asked the eunuch to present Fang Zhenghua's urgent melodies.
Wang Chengen looked at Chongzhen's face, which changed from eagerness to clearness, and then to hearty laughter.
"Okay, very good!" Chongzhen put down the memorial and praised repeatedly, "Guo Dajing personally led the army as the vanguard, recovered Anshan Fort in the first battle, and is advancing towards Liaoyang."
Wang Chengen quickly showed a smile and said: "Congratulations, Your Majesty. The Dongjiang Army has won the first battle and is approaching the important town of Liaoyang. Ping Liao is just around the corner."
Chongzhen couldn't help but laughed twice more, got up and walked slowly in the palace. The fatigue all over his body seemed to disappear. As he walked, he said slowly: "The Dongjiang Army lived up to my expectations. Guo Dajing is indeed an ever-victorious general. Although Liaoyang is
The fortified city must not be able to stop their victory."
Wang Chengen nodded repeatedly and agreed: "The Dongjiang Army launched in advance, so it must be well prepared. Judging from the strength of its troops, it has a great advantage. Although attacking strong cities is not their specialty, defending cities is not what Jianlu is good at.
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Chongzhen glanced at Wang Chengen and said with a smile: "You haven't read Fang Zhenghua's memorial, how do you know that it is not the director of the Dongjiang Army who is responsible for the attack? As the gateway to Liaoyang, Anshan Fort has a strong defense, but the tunnel blasting destroyed the city wall."
Wang Chengen really didn't know the details of the battle at Anshan Fort, but he couldn't get the memorial to read it carefully, so he had to smile and said: "I made a mistake. I really don't understand military affairs. I don't know what this is, what's the secret..."
"Tunnel blasting." Chongzhen corrected him with interest: "Dig a tunnel under the city wall and use gunpowder to blast open the city. Even a strong city wall is like peeling off a piece of paper."
"Amazing, really amazing." Wang Chengen still didn't quite understand, but he clicked his tongue repeatedly and exclaimed, "Anshan Fort is like this, Liaoyang, Shenyang should be no problem."
Chongzhen shook his head slightly, showing his knowledge, "How can it be so simple and easy? Jianlu was also well prepared and dug several miles of trenches outside the city. The Dongjiang Army fought bloody battles and was able to get close to the city wall."
Wang Chengen showed emotion and said: "The soldiers are so brave because they are grateful for the emperor's kindness."
Chongzhen was quite satisfied with this flattery and said: "I want to pass on the decree to commend him. Let the Dongjiang Army continue their efforts and complete the great cause of Pingliao."
Just conveying the decree, without any practicality? Wang Chengen complimented him again, but he also had some slander.
Your Majesty is good at everything else, but he is a bit picky. It’s no wonder that His Majesty is in a financial embarrassment for the imperial court and makes His Majesty look stingy!
Chongzhen sat back on the imperial chair, raised his face slightly, and fell into optimistic thinking.
If we can succeed in pacifying Liaoning this year, we can save next year's Liaoning salary. At least, we won't need so much.
I am a wise king and have given Dongjiang Town a lot of preferential policies. Presumably they will not always ask for money, food, horses or cattle from the court.
In fact, during the Ming Dynasty, Liaodong always needed to transport grain and pay from the interior.
Mao Wenlong has made a promise that after the Ping Liao Dynasty, as long as the court continues to maintain the current policy of Dongjiang Town, food does not need to be allocated and supplied by the court.
This alone allowed the court to save a lot of materials and money. You know, food is not expensive, but shipping thousands of miles is expensive.
"It's just that after the Ping Liao annihilation, I'm afraid the reward money will be very much needed." Chongzhen suddenly thought of money again, and felt very sad. Who made him poor? His clothes were all patched, and he didn't even have four dishes to eat.
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"Well, maybe we can make up for it by being promoted to an official position. For example, Guo Dajing, I heard that he has a concubine, so maybe he can be given another concubine!"