The situation on the battlefield was changing rapidly, and the opportunities on the battlefield were even fleeting. When the forward of the nomadic cavalry exposed its flanks in front of the infantry square, Liu Xin, who had been thinking about how to use infantry to deal with cavalry all day long, quickly seized the opportunity.
At this opportunity, the order to attack was issued.
At this time, the distance between the infantry and the nomadic cavalry was still twenty steps, but after receiving the order, the infantry threw away their shields without hesitation, and rushed towards the enemy's formation with swords and guns drawn like tigers out of their cages.
The fighting method of the nomadic cavalry is very simple, that is, to ride and shoot. Whether they are fighting each other on the grassland or dealing with Han infantry, they always adopt this strategy. There are cases of close combat, but it rarely happens.
In fact, they can keep moving forward to hit the Han army's infantry phalanx. Even without stirrups and sabers, the powerful impact brought by the speed of the horses can completely shake the infantry phalanx and even scatter them. However, over the years,
The habit they had developed made them almost subconsciously divide the team on both sides, giving these Han infantry a golden opportunity. Originally, there was no need for them to rush so close before starting to outflank. They should have done it earlier.
At that time, they were divided into two sides. However, in the previous exchange of fire, they had always had the upper hand. Because the Han army's crossbows had a longer range and more power than theirs, they not only did not get an advantage, but suffered a big loss.
In order to shorten the impact of the gap between the two sides' shooting ranges, they had to rush closer.
The distance of twenty steps was no problem for the well-trained Han soldiers. In an instant, they rushed in front of the nomadic cavalry. The nomadic cavalry was disrupted by this sudden change, and some people continued to rush towards
On both sides, some people were busy turning their horses' heads back, while the cavalry behind them were still riding forward. The entire nomadic cavalry was caught in a rush, and their march almost came to a standstill. Before the infantry could take action, they themselves had already been knocked off their feet.
The Han infantry did not stand idly by because of the enemy's fuss. They waved their swords and guns. The sword was a Ba Dao and the spear was a pewter spear. The Ba Dao did not have the power of Mo Dao to split the cavalry into two pieces, but it still
It can easily cut off a horse's hoof. The new forging process greatly increases the flexibility of the sword. It will not chip or even break under strong impact like the ring-headed waist sword, and it can withstand the huge impact of the war horse when held with both hands.
For the same reason, even if the spear used by infantry in the past could hit a knight on horseback, it would be broken into two pieces due to the huge inertia of the galloping horse. Instead, it can be easily bent 180 degrees.
With the pewter gun, these problems no longer exist. However, the use of the pewter gun requires certain skills and long-term training.
The infantry quickly rushed into the cavalry group, waving their swords, and the horses fell to the ground one after another. The white wax spears flashed with cold light, stabbing the knights on the horses from an incredible angle. The nomadic cavalry in the rear gradually reacted and stopped dividing their directions.
On both sides, the horses were urged hard and they violently crashed into the infantry phalanx. However, the hindered cavalry could no longer move as fast as before, and the power of the impact was greatly weakened. Only then did any nomadic cavalry remember,
They also carry sharp scimitars on their waists. These nomadic cavalry have become proficient in controlling horses. Although they have no stirrups to use, they can still wield the scimitars in their hands and make stabbing movements. However, the power and stirrups are equipped with them.
Compared with the Han cavalry, they are incomparable.
Zhang Fei saw the horses of the nomadic cavalry falling to the ground one after another in the central army, neighing and struggling, and said in annoyance: "What a pity! Such good horses have been ruined like this!"
Liu Xin was unmoved, looked ahead solemnly, and said in a deep voice: "No matter how good the war horse is, its life is not as important as the lives of our soldiers! As long as the enemy's cavalry can be eliminated, no matter what method is used,
It’s worth it.”
When Liu Bao saw the heavy casualties among his men in the rear team, he felt awe-inspiring and said to Beigong Boyu: "I didn't expect that Liu Xin's infantry battle formation was so powerful. Our army's losses were too great. No wonder the Xiliang army suffered such a heavy casualty."
He was defeated in a big way, and he said he fell into a trick, because his skills were clearly inferior to those of others."
Beigong Boyu also felt sad and said sadly: "Liu Xin's strong bows and crossbows are even more difficult for us to guard against. We can't get any advantage this time. I think we should withdraw."
These people who make a living on the grassland are not just brave men. What they admire most is the wolf on the grassland. The wolf is both ferocious and cunning. These nomadic people are like wolves, showing no mercy to weak enemies.
Facing an enemy that was stronger than them, they would never fight head-on. Following Liu Bao's whistle, the rear group of the nomadic cavalry turned into the front group and retreated like a tide.
Facing the cavalry, the infantry must form a tight square formation to withstand the huge impact of the cavalry. Besides, two legs cannot outrun four legs anyway, and can repel this powerful nomadic force in front of them.
The cavalry was lucky, and it was absolutely impossible for the infantry to chase the retreating cavalry group.
Sun Ce watched helplessly as the fat from his mouth flew away. His teeth were clenched with hatred. He clasped his fists at Liu Xin and said, "My lord, let me lead the cavalry to charge over!"
The last time he captured Yangping Pass, the power of the cavalry charge impressed Sun Ce in his memory. He couldn't wait to reenact the show. Unexpectedly, Liu Xin didn't even look at him and said in an unquestionable tone:
"From today on, no one is allowed to use the cavalry without my order!"
Liu Xin was considering the interests of the entire nation. If these nomads knew that sharp weapons like stirrups existed and even imitated them, it would bring endless disasters to the Han nation who lacked war horses. The only way to master a large number of war horses was to first
, it is possible to use cavalry to restrain cavalry.
As the sun set, Liu Bao and Beigong Boyu each packed up the remaining troops and retreated to the river. When they set out, both of them were very heroic, but who knew they would be hit hard. Liu Bao counted the men and horses, and found that there were only more than 50,000 people left, and
Beigong Boyu was even worse, with more than 40,000 people left. The two of them entered Hechi City dejectedly.
The magistrate of Hechi County is called Guo Qi, a distant relative of Guo Si. He is greedy for money and lustful, but his talents and learning are mediocre. It is only because of his relationship with Guo Si that he sat down as the magistrate of Hechi County. See Guo Qi
When Liu Bao and others come back,
He hurried forward to greet them, not noticing that the expressions on the faces of the two men were wrong at all, and still said flatteringly: "I didn't expect the two princes to return in triumph so soon. The official has already hosted a banquet for the two of them at the county government office.
Please two..."
Before he finished speaking, Liu Bao's black face had turned red. With a "swipe" sound, he pulled out the scimitar from his waist and struck Guo Qi's neck. Blood spurted out, and a big head appeared.
Flying into the air, Guo Qi didn't understand until his death how he had offended them.
Beigong Boyu looked at Liu Bao hesitantly and asked, "Why did you kill him? It's not easy to explain in front of the Grand Master."
Liu Bao said bitterly: "This guy dares to mock us in front of us. It is really unforgivable. A small county magistrate can just kill him. What is there to be polite about? Are you afraid that Dong Zhuo will blame us?"
Having said this, Liu Bao pointed his riding whip at Guo Qi's followers and said loudly: "Come here, kill them all, leave no one behind!"
Seeing Liu Bao's ferocity, Beigong Boyu also aroused his murderous intention. Anyway, killing one is killing, and killing a hundred is also killing. He simply ordered: "Close the city gate, search from house to house, and kill him."
Leave no chickens or dogs behind!”
Liu Bao and Beigong Boyu vented all their anger from the defeat on the people of Hechi. On this Lantern Festival night, the entire Hechi became a hell on earth. The people screamed before they died, and the women
The cries of being humiliated were mixed with the wild laughter of these nomadic cavalry. Seeing this scene, Liu Bao and Beigong Boyu looked at each other and laughed. The depression just now was gone, as if
It was as if they had won a great victory.
Beigong Boyu raised his head and glanced at the county government office not far away. He raised his whip and said to Liu Bao: "King Zuo Xian, I heard in the city yesterday that this County Magistrate Guo has several beautiful concubines, which is really lovely.
.Since the fine wine and delicious food have been arranged there, why don’t you and I go and enjoy it, and don’t live up to the beautiful scenery and beautiful night.”
Liu Bao also laughed heartily and said to his cronies: "Fine wine and beautiful women are one of the great pleasures in life. Brothers, let's go and be happy together!"
The people of Hechi have been robbed several times, and every household is impoverished. They are worried about how to spend this Lantern Festival this year, but they did not expect to suffer such a disaster again. However, under Dong Zhuo's yin power, these people
He accepts everything but doesn't know how to resist. He just laments that he was born at the wrong time.
At this time, the city of Xiangyang was decorated with lights, and people were still coming and going on the streets after dusk. It was a peaceful scene. Diao Chan was sitting in the small courtyard, hearing the sound of firecrackers outside, and knew that today was the Lantern Festival.
, the city that never sleeps in Xiangyang will definitely be more lively than in the past, but she has no chance to enjoy this joy. When she closes her eyes, the shadows of Wang Yun and Liu Xin appear alternately, and she is not sure which side she should be on.
Diao Chan couldn't help but sigh quietly, and murmured to herself: "How could things become like this? I have never thought about harming anyone."
Zi Yan ran in in a panic and said, "Miss, Madam is here to see you."
Yanyun said the same thing last time when Madam came, but it was Cai Yan who came, which made Diao Chan very happy. Of course Diao Chan hoped that it was Ma Yun who came. She has been in the Prefectural Mufu for more than two years, and she knows other things.
She didn't get much, but she understood Ma Yun's status in the house very well. Her current situation could only be solved by Ma Yun, and judging from how Ma Yun spoke for her that day, Ma Yun didn't intend to embarrass herself too much.
Seeing Zi Yan's reckless appearance, Diao Chan said angrily: "There are several madams, you should tell me clearly who is here."
Ziyan couldn't help pouting in grievance. There were several wives in the Zhou Mufu, but the only two she had met were Cai Yan and Ma Yun. The maid who came to call the door just now didn't explain clearly, so she only asked her
An announcement was made that the lady was here. With her current status, how could she dare to ask, and how could she know which lady was coming?