Li Muzi stroked the homing pigeon's furry head a few times, and then sent out the prepared secret order.
Soon, the carrier pigeon was released. After it arrived at an intelligence center in Mo Pavilion, hundreds of carrier pigeons all flew out, and the picture was still a bit magnificent.
The reason for using so many carrier pigeons is that we are worried that something might go wrong midway.
In this way, every time the carrier pigeons arrive at a Mo Pavilion stronghold, new carrier pigeons will fly out.
Secret orders are being carried out.
Right now, the frontal battlefield looks calm, but in fact there is an undercurrent surging behind the scenes.
When this battle begins, a single move affects the whole body.
Seven days later…
Members of the Mo Pavilion lurking in Soochow received the secret order.
Then they began to spread false news that the Wu Dynasty would send 600,000 troops to the capital of Soochow.
As soon as this news came out, the whole of Soochow was shocked.
Many people began to panic, fearing that Wu Chao would suddenly attack.
Especially those who advocate peace, after hearing that the Wu Dynasty sent an army of 600,000, they all did not think about food and tea, and were restless.
I always feel that the swords of Wu Dynasty soldiers will be placed on their necks soon.
The news that the Wu Dynasty sent an army of 600,000 troops soon reached Wu Jun's ears.
He was shocked!
I really can't believe that the Wu Dynasty sent an army of 600,000 to attack Soochow.
Are you going to eat them Soochow no matter what?
Thinking about it, my scalp feels a little numb...
However, as the monarch of Soochow, he naturally cannot be feared.
Immediately, an order was issued to send all the soldiers of Soochow to the city wall to defend...a total of more than 400,000 people.
That's right, these 400,000 are the entire regular army of Soochow and the entire strength.
Wu Jun Yujia personally marched into battle...
After Lu Xun and others learned that Wu Jun had arrived, they came to see him and reported the current situation to Wu Jun.
After hearing this, Wu Jun frowned and said: "The confrontation has been going on for ten days, and the Wu Dynasty still has no intention of sending troops?"
"Your Majesty, I haven't yet..." Lu Xun replied.
Wu Jun's eyes were dark, "What on earth is this Emperor Wu doing?"
Lu Xun and others couldn't explain why, so they remained silent.
"Chen Bing didn't attack?"
"Could it be that he is deliberately trying to intimidate us?"
Wu Jun lowered his eyes and muttered to himself.
Lu Xun said: "Perhaps, it is possible to conquer the enemy without fighting!"
Wu Jun immediately scolded him, "Humph, I think they are just daydreaming. There is no way Soochow will bow down because of their Chen Bing!"
"That's right!" Lu Xun responded sonorously.
"Order the soldiers to be ready at all times..." Wu Jun added: "Also, I, the imperial commander, will go on the expedition myself and be with all the soldiers!"
"Yes, Your Majesty is mighty!"
"Your Majesty is mighty!"
One call and a hundred responses.
Wu Jun's personal expedition undoubtedly greatly boosted the morale of the Soochow Navy.
…
At the same time, on the streets of Beijing.
Suddenly a group of mobs appeared, smashing things and robbing food.
Everyone seemed to be going crazy.
Howling…
"The Wu Chao Army is coming, everyone, run away!"
"If you don't run away, you will die!"
"Haven't you heard that the Wu Dynasty sent an army of 600,000 this time just to wipe out Soochow?"
"Hear...I heard it!"
"You've heard that, why don't you run away quickly? Run away, maybe you can survive in the deep mountains and forests!"
"Every member of the Wu Chao army is a murderer. They have killed all the wolves in the Northern Desert. If we don't escape, we will die with them!"
Similar sounds, like waves, come one after another.
Spread throughout the streets and alleys of Soochow.
After being bewitched, many ignorant people took to the streets and violently robbed.
For a time, the entire capital was plunged into unprecedented chaos.
Some people even fought over a bag of rice, and the fight was bloody...
It can be said that chaos is everywhere.
"The enemy hasn't invaded yet, so why is everything in chaos?"
"What...what's going on?"
Many officials were also panicked.
"The Wu Dynasty army is about to move in. Everyone is in danger, so everyone should clear the snow in front of their doors!"
"Slip away!"
Similar riots occurred frequently in Soochow states.
This news soon reached the ears of Wu Jun who was on the front line. When he learned the news, he almost fainted from anger.
There was a huge army display in front of them, but a fire broke out in their own backyard.
Immediately, Wu Jun sent some people to suppress... Although it had some effect, the seeds of fear had been sown in the hearts of Soochow people.
At night, on the commander's warship, Wu Jun said with a sullen face and eyes as cold as knives: "I probably guessed Emperor Wu's plan!"
Lu Xundao said: "Chen Bing was bluffing in front of the formation. While attracting all our attention, he also stumbled behind our backs. It is really the behavior of a villain!"
Wu Jun nodded, "It may seem like a villain's behavior, but it can minimize the losses. This Emperor Wu is really a terrifying opponent!"
"In this case, Your Majesty, I sincerely request to send troops!" Lu Xun bowed his hands, his eyes sharp and fierce, and he was ready to sacrifice his life for the country.
Wu Jun pondered for a while and then said: "Often, offense is also a kind of defense!"
"That's right..."
Lu Xun responded sonorously, full of fighting spirit.
"In that case, let's start a war!"
"This time, Soochow will take the initiative..."
To be honest, Wu Jun was also holding back a surge of anger.
In other words, the Soochow soldiers were holding a fire from top to bottom.
Immediately, Lu Xun personally led an army of 30,000 people and took the initiative to launch the war at night...
The rockets tore through the night, marking the beginning of the war.
Whizzing…
The arrows rained down crazily, and the first wave caught Wu Chao off guard.
At the first moment, Lei Yi issued an order to defend and counterattack at the same time.
In this way, a great war began.
Shi Gandang did not expect that Soochow would dare to take the initiative to attack. Of course, it was just a bit unexpected and did not affect his formation of troops.
The soldiers on the warship put out the fire and defended it at the same time.
At the same time, they used the same means to counterattack, so the warships of both armies caught fire, lighting up the water area a little brighter.
Since it was night and the visibility was not good, the two armies did not rush forward and simply exchanged fire.
This went on until dawn...
The sky was gray and bright, so Lei Yi stopped the counterattack and ordered those warships that were damaged and still able to move to serve as the vanguard, the first echelon, to ram the Soochow warships.
Seeing this, Lu Xun solemnly ordered that the first echelon of the Wu Dynasty must be destroyed.
When the distance is far away, they shoot at each other. After pulling in, they start fighting at close range.
At the same time, the three-bow crossbow was also fired. It had extremely powerful power and pierced the Dongwu warships like cannonballs, breaking open large holes. Many of the warships began to pour water. At this moment, the warships
The ship tilted and began to sink...
The Soochow Navy also used catapults to smash the Wu Dynasty warships. This first battle was evenly matched, and neither army took advantage.
At noon, the vanguards of the two armies retreated as agreed...