I, the Ming Dynasty, can still save me

Chapter 412 The Rebels’ Decision

"This time our army Zhenwu Army was defeated. They are especially good at firearms. And according to my observation, they were equipped with nearly a hundred Krug cannons newly developed by the imperial court.

When he was in Guli County before, General Sin thought that although our army suffered an initial defeat, its morale was still available. As long as we could not hold on, the officers and soldiers would not be able to do anything to us. "

Speaking of this, He Zhongwei showed a look of regret on his face.

"But who would have thought that the officers and soldiers would not take the initiative to attack the city at all, but instead built a fort outside the city, then moved the Krug cannon to the fort, and took turns bombarding the Guli County town for days and days. Our soldiers had never done anything before. We have never encountered such a situation before. We suffered heavy losses under the artillery fire of the government troops and suffered a great loss in morale, and finally suffered this great defeat."

As he spoke, He Zhongwei looked at An Wugong and others in the hall, and said sincerely:
"Your Majesty, now that the Zhenwu Army has a great victory over our army, the next target must be towards Zhijin Pass. I heard that the Zhenwu Army has a special Kru cannon, which is specially used to destroy city walls. In case Zhijin Pass is besieged , I’m afraid that the army will use the Krug cannon to bombard the city wall with the same tactics as before. If this continues, I’m afraid they will be defeated.”

What He Zhongwei said made everyone's hearts tremble. Before An Bangyan re-employed He Zhongwei, it was because He Zhongwei understood military affairs and had strategies. This is something that no one can deny no matter how dissatisfied he is with He Zhongwei now.

Now seeing that He Zhongwei spoke highly of the Krupp artillery of the army, there was only one meaning in his words.

That is, if you just stick to Zhijin Pass, you will be dead, which makes everyone feel dumb and don't know what to say.

But not everyone believes this.

"He Zhongwei, don't try to deceive us. Although the Krupp cannons of the army are powerful, our Zhijin Pass is located in a strategic location. The city wall is thick, and the city wall alone is three feet high. Even if the army is besieging the city, we will naturally not be afraid. It’s not like I’ve never seen this army’s artillery before, even if it’s powerful, how powerful can it be.”

When everyone looked around, they saw a man with white spots on his head, a Miao hat on his head, and armor standing up and scolding He Zhongwei. This man was An Bangming, An Bangyan's younger brother.

After his analysis, everyone nodded. They felt that what An Bangming said was very reasonable. The situation in Guli County was different from that of Zhijin Pass.

Guli County is located in a river valley and there is no danger to defend the surrounding area. It is very easy for the officers and soldiers to make a sneak attack.

But Zhijin Pass is different. It is located between two mountains. The peaks on both sides of the pass tower into the clouds and the mountains are stacked on top of each other, like heavenly soldiers and generals guarding here. It is shocking.

And when the city was built, the city wall was built with huge stones, only more than a hundred feet wide. The city wall was connected to the cliffs on both sides, leaving only a stone gate in the middle for entry and exit. It can be said that one man can guard the gate and ten thousand people can't open it. It is difficult for a city to reach the sky.

Therefore, in everyone's opinion, it is impossible to break through Zhijin Pass even if the army has so-called Kru cannons.

When He Zhongwei heard this, he immediately became anxious and quickly retorted:

"Commander An must not think like this. Although Zhijin Pass is stronger than the top of the city, the army's artillery force is close to a hundred. But as long as we surround Zhijin Pass and follow the same tactics as before, bombarding the city wall day and night, There will be a day when it will be broken.”

The more He Zhongwei talked, the more excited he became. At this point, he stopped paying attention to An Bangming. Instead, he said to An Wugong, who was in charge:

"Your Majesty, the current plan is to strengthen the defense of Zhijin Pass, strictly check the people coming and going, repair the fortifications, and wait for work. And quickly write a letter to King Luodian, requesting him to bring troops to look for opportunities to fight with the officers and soldiers, otherwise Zhijin Pass will be broken sooner or later."

"He Zhongwei, what nonsense are you talking about? Now the government troops are stationed in Chishui Guards and Qingshan Division. Their intention is very obvious. They are just waiting for King Luodian to lead his troops to return and then send out troops. They want to besiege me and I will die. Now you let me If he returns to support, isn't it just to allow the army's plan to succeed?"

An Bangming and others were furious when they heard this, thinking that He Zhongwei could not be a spy sent by the government and army, and he could actually say such nonsense.But He Zhongwei ignored them at all and said indifferently:
"This battle between the government and the army has been laid out half a year ago. As General An said, the imperial court is surrounded by three armies. Our army is either fighting or not. But this is both the imperial court's strategy and the opportunity we are waiting for. .

Sin will remember that in the 47th year of Wanli, the imperial court was defeated in Sarhu. This was because the army was divided into three groups and was defeated by the Jurchen soldiers and horses gathered by the Jianlu Lao slaves.Therefore, the more this happens, the more we want to merge. Now, as long as we rely on the favorable location of Zhijin Pass and hold on to the city while waiting for opportunities, as long as we can defeat the Zhenwu Army in one fell swoop, everything will be in full swing. "

After He Zhongwei analyzed it, he ignored everyone and looked at An Wugong. This was what he wanted to say desperately, otherwise he would die in peace.

This was what he and An Bangyan had originally planned. He would be responsible for holding back the Zhenwu Army, and An Bangyan would lead his troops to help and defeat the Zhenwu Army. The army would then be able to point directly at Guiyang, and then the government's plan to siege Shuixi would be solved.

But he never thought that the Zhenwu Army was too powerful and he couldn't resist it.Now instead, the Zhenwu army is directed towards Zhijin Pass, so they can only rely on the favorable location of Zhijin Pass, and they can only succeed but not fail.

In case of failure, He Zhongwei closed his eyes and shook his head secretly. He really didn't dare to think too much about the result.

Seeing He Zhongwei's analysis, no one refuted it.

He Zhongwei is a man who knows military skills, and the plan he came up with is already the best solution at present.

Moreover, Zhijin Pass is of great importance. If you do not defend here and attack other Ming armies, it will be of no use to the far water that can quench your near thirst.

Therefore, everyone looked at An Wugong, hoping that he could make up his mind.

Although An Wugong wanted to kill He Zhongwei at first, he finally felt that his analysis made sense, so he waved his hand and let him get up.

"My father has great ambitions, and I can't wait for him. Such major events are not decided by us. In my opinion, as for the current plan, as He Zhongwei said, the Ming army will definitely attack, so we will On the one hand, they recruited defeated troops and strengthened their defense to prevent the invasion of the official army.

In addition, I will write another letter and write down today's content clearly and send it to my father. As for what to do next, it will be decided by my father. "

Seeing that An Wugong kept saying that he couldn't decide the matter, he asked An Bangyan to make the decision.Everyone shook their heads slightly and bluntly said that he was an indecisive person.

He Zhongwei was secretly happy when he heard this. This was the plan he discussed with An Bangyan, and he believed that An Bangyan would listen to him.

"Your Majesty is right, it's better to let King Luodian make the decision."

But An Wugong didn't want to pay attention to him anymore. Seeing his disgraced look, he waved his hands in disgust and said:

"He Zhongwei, your command failure led to the defeat of our army. Logically speaking, I should punish you severely. But I think you have made meritorious service in your suggestions. You can avoid the death penalty but cannot escape the crime of living. So for the time being, you will stay at home and not go out. Everything will be settled. King Dian makes the decision."

After An Wugong finished speaking, he waved his hands in disgust and asked someone to push He Zhongwei down.

(End of this chapter)