When Lu Shikui saw that his father refused with military orders, he said anxiously: "Father, my second uncle is right, this is a good opportunity."
"Nonsense, you dare to disobey the emperor's order,"
When Lu Shikui saw that Lu Wende was angry, he did not dare to say anything.
Lu Shimeng on the side suddenly said: "Father, second uncle, eldest brother, before I returned to Xiangyang, on the afternoon of September 6th, the emperor specially called me to Shifeng Trading Company and handed me a tips bag in person. Speaking of which, if the Mongolian army tentatively attacks Xiangyang City in the near future, then when it plans to retreat, it can open its bag of tips and take a look. In the siege of the city in the first two days, the Mongols used ladders, siege trucks, and siege engines. Crossbows and other large equipment are obviously just for show. The purpose is simply to understand our army's confidence in counterattack and the deployment and control of the city's defense. It does not try its best at all. This is completely consistent with the test mentioned by His Majesty. If the situation analyzed by the elder brother is true. ,That,,,,,,"
The first batch of trainees from Lin'an Military University officially graduated in early July and reported to major military regions one after another. As one of the founders of the military university, Lu Shimeng conveyed to me through President Shi Yanzhi his wish to return to the Xiangyang Military Region and join the fight.
After receiving my approval, Lu Shimeng returned to Xiangyang on the evening of September 15th and took up the post of staff officer of the military region.
"Shi Meng, what are you waiting for? Take it out quickly and show it to your second uncle," Lu Wenhuan said impatiently.
There is a note in the brochure, which reads: Lu Wende and Lu Wenhuan of the Xiangyang Military Region, the two beloved ministers, the Mongolian army will conduct a tentative siege in the near future. After that, the commander-in-chief A Shu will loot the surrounding properties and return from the northwest. As for the situation, you can set up an ambush at Anyang Beach in the west of the city and send naval troops to block their return. This matter will be decided by the two of you and there is no need to ask for instructions.
"Haha," Lu Wenhuan laughed three times after reading, "God, your majesty is really a god." However, as soon as Lu Wenhuan finished laughing, he heard Lu Wende say: "Second brother, what your majesty mentioned in the brochure is Mongolia." The Grand Marshal of the Southern Conquest, A Shu, but what our army learned about was only the vanguard of the Southern Conquest, A Chahan. Among them,,,,,,"
Lu Wenhuan calmed down, thought for a moment, and said: "Brother, your Majesty once said that gods and men are still human beings. Maybe there is a slight deviation. This is normal. Your Majesty is thousands of miles away, and he did it more than ten days ago. This prediction will inevitably be wrong. Regarding this matter, His Majesty has authorized us to act according to the situation, so it is not a violation of military orders."
Lu Wende nodded silently, then got up from his seat, walked back and forth in the room two or three times, and said: "Shi Kui, go and call your third uncle, Shi Meng, put the map on the table."
"Yes, father," Lu Shikui replied happily. His third uncle, Lu Wenxin, is the number one general in the Xiangyang Military Region and the current commander of the most elite Black Carbon Regiment in the military region. It seems that his father has decided to send troops to attack the Mongols. Will use black carbon balls.
"Second brother, Shi Meng, wait for the third brother to arrive in a moment, and we will work together on the specific plan for this operation," Lu Wende said.
"Father," Lu Shimeng said again, "I also remembered something. The emperor had ordered that the Mongols must not know that the number of cavalry in our Xiangyang Military Region is as many as two or three thousand. Therefore, the emperor suggested that we surround them with infantry and attack with cavalry. Of,"
Lu Wende praised: "Your Majesty's plan is feasible. Although these Mongolian troops are all cavalry, they carry with them the property and prisoners that have plundered the people of our country. A sudden attack by our cavalry will definitely disrupt their formation. This is indeed a good method,"
There were not many cavalry troops in the Song Dynasty. In the Southern Song Dynasty, due to the loss of the land to raise horses in the north, the cavalry troops became even rarer. In the last years of Jingding, the number of cavalry troops in the entire Southern Song Dynasty was only about 17,000. , Lin'an's Forbidden Army has nearly 10,000 cavalry. Among the remaining more than 7,000 cavalry, Yangzhou and Sichuan each account for 3,000, and the number of cavalry in the Xiangyang Military Region is less than 1,000.
After the military reform, all the cavalry of the original Forbidden Army were assigned to the Lin'an Military Region. In the past two years, Lu Wende sent people around to buy war horses. Taking advantage of the sales market, he got to know many businessmen traveling between the north and the south. After purchasing one thousand war horses, plus two hundred fine horses bribed from the Mongols, the Xiangyang Military Region now has two thousand cavalry.
Lu Wenhuan smiled and said: "Brother, are you and His Majesty thinking of the same thing?"
Lu Wende smiled and said nothing, lowered his head and looked at the map.
Anyang Beach is located in the northwest of Xiangyang and east of the Han River. From Xiangyang to the north, passing through Anyang Beach and then crossing the Wudang Mountains is the shortest way.
On September 18, at noon, more than 3,000 Mongolian cavalry, led by Ashu and Ashahan, slowly came to Anyang Beach with the plundered items.
Everywhere the Mongols go, they will definitely plunder local property and women as trophies. This is a characteristic of the Mongols. They have developed this habit since childhood. No one will think there is anything wrong with it. The Mongols are nomadic people. Soldiers were regarded as heroes by the amount of trophies, and they themselves could also get part of them. With the regularization of the Mongolian army, this situation began to change, but after all, it could not be completely eliminated.
Achahan, the pioneer officer walking in the middle of the team, said: "Commander, why does the Great Khan insist on launching an attack from Xiangfan this time? Xiangyang City is strong and tall, and it is not easy to break it."
"Liu Zheng proposed that if there is no Xiangyang, there will be no Huai, and without Huai, Jiangnan will be easily conquered. I also agree that as long as Xiangyang is captured, the entire Mongolian-Song War will be over."
"Commander, is this battle in Xiangyang really so important?"
A Shu said: "Achahan, Liu Zheng's understanding of the Southern Dynasties is naturally better than ours. Once Xiangyang is defeated, we can take Shu into the river, sweep across Jiangdong, and go straight to Lin'an. This time when I come to Xiangyang, I will know the surrounding terrain. We already know it well. Although it is very difficult, fortunately, there is a fortress in Lumen Mountain. Our army can build a fortress in it and establish a stronghold. Together with the fortress in Baihe City's fortress that will be completed next year, our army can We are building a camp step by step, forming an encirclement. Although Xiangyang City is strong, as long as it is trapped by our army, it will only be a matter of time before the city is defeated."
Azahan seemed to understand: "Commander, I understand, but I don't know why Lu Wende allowed me to build a fortress here."
A'shu smiled, looked around, and asked, "A'shu, where is this place?"
"Go back to Marshal, this is Anyang Beach, and further north is the Wudang Mountains,"
"Anyang Beach," Ah Shu muttered, with a heavy expression, "This is a good place to set up an ambush. There are high mountains blocking it to the east, and the Han River to the west. As long as the north and south attack together, Anyang Beach will become a dangerous place. ,"
Azahan said: "Commander, don't worry. The Southern Dynasty's army has always relied on the city. How dare they come out to fight with our army in the field? Besides, with the ability of our cavalry, even if we encounter an ambush by the enemy, we can rush out." ,"
"Commander," Huaidu on the side pointed at the Han River to the west and suddenly said, "Commander, General Arakhan, three warships of the Southern Dynasty Navy,"
"Yes, he is the navy of the Southern Dynasty,"
As soon as he finished speaking, he saw about two thousand Song Dynasty cavalry rushing out from the south of Anyang Beach, followed by three or four thousand infantry. Two thousand knights in black trench coats, led by a black-faced general, Rushing towards Anyang Beach like a strong wind, at the same time, flags stood out in the grove to the north, gongs and drums roared, and smoke was everywhere. It was obvious that there were also a large number of enemy soldiers ambushed among them.
Azahan said in surprise: "How come there are so many cavalry in Xiangyang City?"
"Heitan Tuan, two thousand people," Ah Shu sneered, "Lu Wende is really willing to spend a lot of money. Could it be that he still wants to keep me here? A Qihan, order the soldiers to give up their belongings and form a formation to welcome him." Enemies, take care of the Black Carbon Group first. Huaidu, your department is responsible for monitoring the enemies on the water and in the north. I will go and stop the Black Carbon Group first."
Ah Shu turned his horse's head, carrying Suluding in his hand, and escorted by fifty timid Xue troops came to the south of Anyang Beach. At this time, the Black Carbon Group was less than thirty meters away from Anyang Beach. "Who is coming? I will shoot you." Don’t kill unknown people,”
Lu Wenxin, the commander of the Black Carbon Regiment, saw Ah Shu appearing in front of the formation. Although he did not know who the other person was, he could feel that he was very powerful and full of energy. He did not answer at the moment and ordered: "Master said, Master, you The two men led a large army and took advantage of the chaos in the enemy's formation to charge directly into the enemy's formation. Shi Bao led 200 men and immediately besieged this person."
Master Lu said that Lu Shidao was the son of Lu Wende's deceased elder brother, and Lu Shibao was the adopted son of Lu Wende. All three of them were generals in the Black Charcoal Regiment. They were born as woodcutters of the Lu family in Anfeng, and their ancestors discovered a set of Lu family swordsmanship while chopping firewood. Everyone uses a broadsword as a weapon.
"Yes, general," Lu Shibao responded, leading his two hundred soldiers to charge towards Ashu.
For the cavalry, the distance of thirty meters is only the blink of an eye.
Lu Shibao took the lead and came forward. Without saying a word, he raised his sword and struck at Ah Shu. Ah Shu snorted and said, "Good luck," and then he held the gun in both hands and faced Lu Shibao's sword.
The swords and guns collided, making a loud noise in the air. Before anyone could see the pros and cons, Lu Shibao only felt his arms were numb, and he felt like he was out of strength. Something was wrong secretly. You must know that he was relying on the power of the war horse's impact. , another full blow, but the opponent just raised his gun to block it at will. The difference was huge, not just a little bit. It was too late. Lu Shibao had no time to change his moves, and saw the opponent's second shot quickly stabbing him. of the throat.
Fortunately, Lu Shibao had rich experience in facing the enemy. Although his arms were weak, he remained calm in the face of danger. He lowered his head to avoid this fatal shot. A Shu's Suluding did not stab the enemy's throat, but overturned Lu Shibao's helmet. On the ground, Lu Shibao was so frightened that he broke into a cold sweat. However, the spear in A Shu's hand did not stop, and Su Luding stabbed Lu Shibao with great speed again.
"My life is at stake." Lu Shibao was not weak in martial arts, so he naturally saw how powerful the opponent's shot was, and he had no way out.