Governor Helian ordered the infantry to attack because the Northern Xinjiang Army's trebuchets were not found.
According to rumors, the trebuchet was like a thunderbolt and had a huge impact on morale.
But it can only be used to siege cities.
What I didn't expect was...
"Trebuchet!"
In the attack array ahead, someone screamed.
Governor Helian looked at the stones calmly and said, "Yang Xuan is cunning!"
Lin Nan said: "He hid the trebuchet in the city, just waiting for this moment to give us a heavy blow."
This is a different kind of ambush.
When the rocks hit the ground, you can see flying dust, accompanied by blood arrows, even limbs, or colorful things...
Then the rocks rushed forward, destroying everything.
When the stones stopped, there was an alley of flesh and blood behind them.
Dozens of flesh-and-blood alleys are nothing to the huge enemy army, but every soldier who sees these alleys can't help but feel timid.
This is the result Yang Xuan wants!
There are fewer people versus more people. What the side with fewer people can rely on, besides ability, is morale.
Looking across the top of the city, just a section after entering the city, all the houses on both sides have been demolished.
The trebuchets are lined up one after another, and at this moment, they are in full swing.
"Pull up!"
Teams of sergeants struggled to pull down the swing arm and buckle it.
"Load rock bullets!"
"put!"
Bang bang bang bang bang!
Meteorite rain once again passed over the city.
The front is already facing the enemy.
The infantry were strangled together. Behind them, the cavalry looked impatiently, waiting for a breakthrough.
"My lord, I have left my post." Lieutenant General Jiang Cun approached to take command.
Yang Xuan nodded, "This battle is a battle of spirits!"
"I understand!"
Yang Xuan could retreat and abandon a lonely Dangding city to the enemy. The enemy army could not stay here for a long time and would not be able to sustain it. When they left, Yang Xuan could retake Dangding city with his back foot.
But he chose to stay just for the sake of his morale!
The two sides continued to charge and kill each other, while Yang Xuan was watching.
"My lord, the enemy's two wings." Han Ji pointed to the left.
The enemy's cavalry was outflanking the two flanks.
"Our army has its back to Dangding City, its two wings are approaching, there are arrows raining from the top of the city, and there are infantry below the city, there is no need to worry!"
Yang Xuan was thinking about the overall situation.
When Governor Helian leads the army here, his first goal must be to restore the original situation in the south and guard against further invasion by the Northern Xinjiang Army.
Another goal must be to control Lin Jun and restore Ningxing's control over Taizhou and Tanzhou.
But now let alone Taizhou and Tanzhou, even Chenzhou was captured by Lin Jun.
Lin Jun has become a powerful man, isn't Governor Helian panicking?
With Taizhou, Tanzhou, Chenzhou, and the three states in hand, and the Northern Xinjiang Army watching eagerly from one side, Governor Helian's army was in a dilemma...
What can he do in this situation?
Defeat the Northern Xinjiang Army!
Defeat the famous Tang Dynasty general Yang Xuan!
In this way, when he attacks Lin Jun, he does not need to worry about the threat from the Northern Xinjiang Army.
This method is upright and impeccable.
Moreover, the strong relationship between the three is very clear.
But what he never expected was that his army would now encounter resistance at the foot of Dangding City.
Governor Helian must win this battle!
On the contrary, the same is true for Yang Xuan.
He felt that he had little confidence in defeating this powerful opponent. After all, the numerical gap between the two sides was too big.
But he must maintain the current situation.
In other words, we need to maintain an undefeated situation!
The Northern Xinjiang Army stared at Governor Helian's army like a tiger, trying to contain him so that Lin Jun could survive this difficult period.
When Lin Jun gained a firm foothold, the land of the Three States was like a wound on Beiliao's body, bleeding continuously.
The enemy of my enemy is my friend, this saying never goes out of style.
At this moment, Yang Guogong's heart was closely connected with the soldiers and people of the three states.
A group of Bei Liao infantry rushed in and looked at it.
However, it has some meaning of cultivation.
"Butcher!"
Yang Xuan pointed there.
"Second brother, follow me!"
"My lord, I invite you to fight!" the old thief was angry, feeling that he was being ignored.
"You go too!" Yang Xuan smiled.
It is a good thing to be happy when you hear about war.
He glanced at Pei Jian and saw that this man's cultivation was even more impressive, but in his heart, he was the choice of a general, not a cannon fodder for the battle.
Lao Shuaiguo snorted coldly from the side, probably feeling the malice in his eyes.
"I am not prepared to ask you to take action in such a small scene!"
Yang Xuan smiled.
"Are we sure of this battle?" Ning Yayun asked.
"It looks a bit precarious, right?" Yang Xuan said.
"The enemy's force is strong." Ning Yayun didn't understand battle formations, but she could see the changes in the force.
"It can be blocked!" Yang Xuan still had some confidence, "However, if the fighting continues, there will be many casualties."
"Is there any way?" Ning Yayun flicked her sword, "No, I can go and fight!"
Yang Xuan was a little surprised by his initiative, and his heart warmed slightly, "No need."
This is the second war between Northern Xinjiang and Northern Liao since the last personal expedition by Helianfeng Yujia.
Jielong watched intently and suddenly asked: "Why didn't Governor Helian attack with force?"
"In such a big place, with our army backed by Dangding City, Governor Helian cannot encircle it in a roundabout way. Moreover, the city is constantly providing supplies of all kinds. A large-scale attack will only cause chaos!"
Well said.
Jielong looked back and saw that it was He Lianrong who said it.
"Then what do you think will happen if this battle continues?"
Jielong retorted.
"I don't know. After all, the enemy's army is outnumbered. The longer this battle drags on, the worse it will be for our army!" After all, He Lianrong once guarded one side and led a large army in battle, so his analysis was convincing.
On the opposite side, Lin Nan said to Changling: "Don't worry, Princess Chang, the current stalemate is only temporary. They are 30,000 and we are 80,000. We can attack in rotation to give the soldiers a rest, but the Northern Xinjiang Army cannot. If this continues
, they will always be exhausted. At that time, it will be the time to strike a fatal blow. "
Changling asked: "What if the Northern Xinjiang Army enters the city and defends it?"
"That will be lively." Lin Nan smiled happily, "If the Northern Xinjiang Army enters the city and our army surrounds Dangding City, it will be like catching a turtle in a jar."
The guard said: "Once the Northern Xinjiang Army enters the city, they will not be able to get out."
I see!
Changling looked ahead, thinking, how would he respond?
She suddenly realized that she did not feel the same hatred against the enemy, and did not feel that defeating the Northern Xinjiang Army was a happy event.
But in the end reason suppressed emotion.
Governor Helian turned around and said, "Princess, the whole army will attack later. Please stay in the middle army."
Changling has never been in battle. The key point is that if something happens to her in the army, Governor Helian will not be able to explain it clearly.
The only bloodline of the late emperor!
If something happens, he cannot bear the responsibility.
Changling nodded, and Governor Helian felt relieved.
Changling asked: "Has the time come?"
Governor Helian glanced ahead and said, "Wait for another hour."
For an hour, he calculated the physical strength of the people and the rotation that the Northern Xinjiang Army could perform...the ultimate rotation.
Changling said: "Then, I will wait for the good news from the general!"
She looked calm, as if she didn't know that she had become a foil.
Shen Tong was worried that she would be dissatisfied and explained: "Princess, this battle must be fought."
Although Changling didn't understand the battle formations, he was familiar with such battles. "We must defeat the Northern Xinjiang Army first, so that we can suppress Lin Jun without any distractions."
Shen Tong nodded, "Compared with the Northern Xinjiang Army, Ning Xing is more concerned about defeating Lin Jun's troops and intimidating his subordinates!"
"Lin Ya means the same thing." Lin Nan interjected, "Lin Jun didn't listen to his orders, which made the rebellious officials and traitors under his command a little eager to move. If he doesn't suppress this nephew, how will he order his subordinates in the future?"
This situation is like a triangle relationship.
One hair move affects the whole body.
If you touch one of them, the other will be implicated.
Changling heard someone say: "What if we retreat?"
"shut up!"
The man was immediately scolded.
The war was still going on, so if you said such depressing words and didn't kill him, it was considered that Governor Helian had a good temper.
But this assumption is surprising.
yes!
If the army leaves, how will Yang Xuan and Lin Jun get along?
According to Yang Xuan's urine, he will definitely move northward from now on.
Lin Jun just sits back and watches?
Logically, he should just sit back and watch, or even take advantage of the situation.
But if Northern Xinjiang gradually becomes more powerful, it might be possible to form an encirclement around him.
If he takes action, Yang Xuan will definitely backhand him.
spray!
If Yang Xuan and Lin Jun had a fight, Ning Xing would definitely burst into laughter.
This situation seems to be better!
But there is a prerequisite, that is, Daliao is weak.
Changling saw Lin Nan's slightly cold eyes and knew that these generals had thought of that possibility.
If the army evacuates this time, the hinterland of the south will be exposed in front of Yang Xuan.
With his urinary properties, he would be the one to drive straight in.
Until then...
Changling gave up this idea.
Will not lose!
Can’t be defeated either!
Ahead, the two sides were strangulating more and more fiercely.
The resilience of the Northern Xinjiang Army was vividly demonstrated.
Facing the successive attacks of their opponents, they are like towering mountains facing the impact of hurricanes, remaining calm and motionless.
This army is really impressive.
The cavalry on both wings were outflanked, and then they tried to make a surprise attack.
"Fire the arrow!"
At the top of the city, the archers were happily raining down arrows without restraint.
Then, the Northern Xinjiang Army on the left and right wings changed their formations and faced them head-on.
Then, move out of the way.
"It's a ballista!"
Huge crossbows flew by, dressed on war horses or cavalry, looking like large kebabs.
The war horse couldn't stop walking, and then its owner beat him hard.
"Fire the arrow!"
A wave of crossbow arrows knocked down many cavalrymen.
But the two sides still contacted each other.
"good!"
Governor Helian said: "Suppress it and attack from three sides." He pointed at the city gate and said: "If you were this old man, I would definitely have people close the city gate. We will not open the door until this battle is over."
Lin Nan nodded, "Otherwise, the soldiers will feel they have a way out and their will to fight will not be firm."
But the performance of the Northern Xinjiang Army slapped them in the face.
No one looked back at the open city gate.
"Come on!" Governor Helian's sharp eyes reminded Changling of an eagle.
He pointed to the front and said: "Put frontal pressure and force Yang Xuan to send reinforcements from both wings."
If Yang Xuan mobilizes troops from the two wings to reinforce the front, then Governor Helian can increase the attack power of the two wings... I just have more people!
This is a method that maximizes the advantage of numbers.
"He is indeed a veteran!" Shen Tong praised: "Now, the Northern Xinjiang Army is in trouble."
Changling was silent.
Shen Tong sighed, worried that she was worried about the other side, and advised: "Princess, this is a fight between the two countries."
Changling was silent.
On the front, the enemy intensified their attacks.
Yang Xuan shook his head, "The two wings remain the same and cannot be shaken."
This is a contest of wills.
He Lianrong asked in a low voice: "Commander, how long will it take for reinforcements to arrive?"
He Lianyan was silent for a long time, "The troops from Tao County... will surprise you. They will probably arrive tomorrow or the day after."
"It's too late!" He Lianrong was once a high-ranking official after all. "If there are 5,000 troops in the city, we can help the army enter the city. Then it's no problem to hold on for two days."
But there are only more than 2,000 people in the city. Some of them have to patrol the city and be on guard against attacks by the people in the city, and some have to go to the top of the city to help defend the two wings.
He Lianrong glanced at Yang Xuan and saw that he was watching the battle quietly without changing his eyes. He thought to himself, could this be the collapse of the mountain?
A city that is not startling in front of you?
I have learned a lesson!
The frontal defense looks tough, but casualties are increasing.
The same goes for the other party, but there are so many people there!
They are even rotating their attacks.
The Northern Xinjiang Army is now relying on its will to persevere.
"Try harder!" Lin Nan clenched his fists, "Liang Yi! Liang Yi should ignore the losses!"
Governor Helian glanced at him and said, "Now, it's not me who should be anxious."
Lin Nan's old face turned red, "The official, thinking about Yang Xuan's past achievements, actually lost his sense of normalcy."
"I was also quite excited, but it was only for a moment." Governor Helian warned: "Don't slack off until the moment the enemy army collapses."
"yes!"
Half an hour later, Governor Helian said: "It's almost done."
He glanced at Changling and wondered who he was explaining to, "The resilience of the Northern Xinjiang Army is beyond my expectation. At this moment, they are relying on their will to persevere. Yang Xuan only holds 3,000 reserve troops in his hands. At this moment, he The reserve force was forced out, and then the whole army pressed forward and defeated the enemy with one go!"
Lin Nan's eyes lit up, "General, I'd like to ask you to go there!"
This is a dazzling moment. As a general, Governor Helian will naturally not seize this opportunity to show off. He smiled and said: "That's fine!"
Lin Nan stirred up his horse and waved, "Assemble!"
Ten thousand cavalry assembled.
Shen Tong said: "The most intense moment of this battle is here!"
Changling's hand was in his sleeve, holding a letter.
"Attack!"
Lin Nan led his army to attack with high spirits.
Governor Helian was in a rare good mood and said with a smile: "The boys are going wild. I hope Yang Xuan can resist for a while."
Shen Tong smiled and said: "At this moment, Yang Xuan is probably still looking forward to reinforcements from Taoxian County! By the way, there is another town in the south."
Governor Helian said calmly: "I have already ordered the left-wing scouts to go deep. If Yang Xuan wants to repeat his old tricks, I will tell him not to underestimate the heroes of the world!"
Changling sighed softly.
Under the banner opposite, Yang Xuan was smiling unexpectedly.
“Duke!“
Tu Shang's face was solemn, "I'm afraid the soldiers won't be able to hold on for long."
He rarely expresses his opinion on the battle situation. Once he does speak, he must have sensed that something is wrong.
"Reinforcements are coming." Yang Xuan said.
Tu Shang looked at He Lianyan.
Helian Yan was silent.
The day before yesterday, people from Jinyiwei came to report that reinforcements would still be available for four days.
No matter how fast we go, we still have to arrive tomorrow.
"The enemy has launched a general attack."
On the opposite side, the enemy's flag was waving. Lin Feibao said: "Protect the Duke!"
"I won't run away!"
Yang Xuan said angrily, and then looked to the right.
"On the right...south of the town? No way!" Tu Shang said: "There is a large army gathering on the opposite side. Governor Helian is a veteran general, so he will naturally send a large number of rangers to guard against possible raids in the south of the town."
Jiang Heer's heart brightened, and he heard the Duke scold: "It's finally here."
On the right, groups of enemy scouts are fleeing.
In the distance, a swarm of cavalry was chasing after him.
"What a town in the south!" Jiang He'er praised: "Then Xin Wuji is so great?"
On the opposite side, Governor Helian's expression changed, "Who is it?"