The Three Kingdoms: Steamed Buns and Pickled Cabbage, I Became the Emperor

Chapter 99 The war begins

"We can still handle 60,000 soldiers!"

Ye Chen was not panicked at all.

Although they only had 40,000 troops and the enemy had 60,000.

But he felt that he was quite confident in dealing with these 60,000 soldiers.

"My lord, the Iron Buddha is strong!"

"But it is impossible that there was no news during the previous battle against Zhang Chao!"

"I think Tao Qian's side must be on guard!"

"Besides, Cao Bao also has a lot of cavalry under his command!"

Zhao Yun reminded.

Although the Iron Pagoda is indeed powerful.

But it is not without weaknesses.

The maneuverability of the horses and men wearing armor is really poor.

It's okay against infantry.

If we really face the light cavalry, we won't be able to win.

The armor and vest together weigh more than 100 kilograms.

No matter how good the war horse is.

It's good enough to withstand two rounds of sprints.

and.

Tiefutu wanted to increase the speed of the horse.

It also takes some time.

The enemy's cavalry are not fools either.

I can't just stand there and wait for you to rush over.

This time.

The 5,000 cavalry on Tao Qian's side were also a big trouble.

This consideration cannot be ignored.

Xu Chu was unhappy when he heard this.

He snorted coldly at Zhao Yun.

"Why, your light cavalry is invincible, right?"

He is the commander of two thousand Iron Pagodas.

Isn't what Zhao Yun said just to slap him in the face?

There is only one meaning behind the words.

The Iron Pagoda is of no use in this battle, so it is better not to use it.

Let us bring the light cavalry.

Hear the words.

Ye Chen smiled faintly.

"Xu Chu, you don't have to worry. You don't have to pay attention to those cavalrymen. Just charge at the enemy's infantry formation!"

Ye Chen certainly knew what the shortcomings of the Iron Pagoda were.

The Iron Pagoda's lethality to infantry is extremely terrifying.

But against light cavalry, it is basically useless.

There is no way to catch up.

And this era.

Without the restraint of the light cavalry, the impact on the infantry was quite terrifying.

We really have to be on guard.

Hearing what Ye Chen said.

Xu Chu looked at Zhao Yun provocatively.

The meaning is very clear, listen to it.

After all, you are the lord!

Know how to care for people.

Unlike you, a pretty boy, who would resort to despicable means.

To put eye drops on someone.

"Zhongde, go on!"

Ye Chen turned to look at Cheng Yu and brought the topic back on track.

"My lord, there is an important question next."

"Where should we choose to have a decisive battle with Tao Qian's army!!"

Cheng Yu pointed at the map and spoke again.

"Huaiyin is an open and level land. Except for the hills in the southwest, the rest of the land is flat!"

Ye Chen nodded after listening.

A flat land is more suitable for the Iron Pagoda attack.

It can bring out the maximum strength of Iron Pagoda.

"Although Huaiyin is conducive to the performance of Iron Pagoda."

"But there is still a fatal flaw!"

Cheng Yu explained.

"It is precisely because the road is flat that our army has no strategic location to defend."

The terrain is flat.

Although it is beneficial to the performance of his own Iron Pagoda.

However, it is also beneficial to the performance of Tao Qian's 5,000 light cavalry.

Five thousand cavalry charged, plus tens of thousands of infantry provided support.

This is a real field battle.

"No matter what, this battle must be fought!"

Ye Chen said in a firm tone.

Since there is no strategic location to defend.

Then let’s fight Tao Qian’s 60,000 troops on the plain.

Isn’t it just a test of hard power?

He has never been afraid of anyone.

"Send the order!"

"Tomorrow the army will set out and march into Huaiyin!"

Ye Chen made the final decision.

When everyone received the order, they bowed and left.

After everyone left.

Ye Chen summoned Captain Lin.

Whisper in secret and make final preparations.

This battle soon after.

It concerns the future of Xuzhou and even the future of Ye Chen.

The sun rises and sets, and time passes.

Another day passed in the blink of an eye. The second day.

Ye Chen’s 40,000-strong army.

They marched towards Huaiyin City in a mighty manner.

the other side.

Zhao Yu, who was stationed in Huaiyin, heard Ye Chen marching towards him.

His brows furrowed.

Then he sneered.

"This Yellow Turban bandit really thinks he has lived too long!"

Outside Huaiyin City.

It's all plains with open terrain and flat ground.

Although he did not take the initiative to attack the Yellow Turban Army, the Yellow Turban Army still attacked him.

He just needs to defend the city.

The Yellow Turban Army's manpower and morale were constantly being eroded.

Wait for Cao Bao to come back for help.

Find a good time.

When the city gates are opened, he will join forces with Cao Bao and go out of the city to fight in the field.

The Yellow Turban Army will be defeated.

In this case, the Yellow Turban Army would take the initiative to attack them.

If this isn’t seeking death, then what is!

"How many days will it take for General Cao to arrive?"

Zhao Yu asked the soldiers around him.

"General, General Cao is only thirty miles away from Huaiyin now, and will arrive tomorrow at the latest!"

"it is good!"

Zhao Yu looked delighted when he heard this.

Even started to look forward to it.

The scene of annihilating the Yellow Turban bandits after meeting with Cao Bao.

One day later.

Cao Bao led his troops to support.

Ye Chen saw a series of military camps ten miles outside Huaiyin City.

For a while.

He felt a little dazed.

Damn it.

Who is attacking whom?

Originally, they came to attack Ye Chen.

It's better now.

Ye Chen's troops surrounded Huaiyin City.

"General, General Zhao, please inform the general!"

"He will defend the city first and hold back the Yellow Turban Army!"

"When the Yellow Turban Army is exhausted, we will attack them from both sides and wipe them out in one fell swoop!"

Cao Bao nodded.

In his opinion, there was nothing wrong with Zhao Yu's tactics.

Ye Chen’s Yellow Turban Army has two thousand Iron Pagodas.

They know it too.

It is naturally impossible to choose a head-on confrontation.

This time, Cao Bao brought 20,000 Danyang soldiers.

There are also five thousand cavalry.

No matter what, he can still deal with Ye Chen's Iron Pagoda.

Since Ye Chen is willing to attack the city.

Then let him attack.

Can he break the city in the blink of an eye?

There is no such possibility at all.

Unless Ye Chen’s subordinates are all heavenly soldiers and generals.

Or maybe Ye Chen really knows some magical skills.

is it possible?
Even more impossible.

The Yellow Turban Army's general Zhang Jue died of illness.

How could there be any other magic?
The Yellow Turban Army is nothing but a group of charlatans who deceive the ignorant people!

"General, you better be careful!"

"The Yellow Turban Army has 40,000 soldiers after all. They should not be underestimated!"

The deputy general beside Cao Bao gave a reminder.

The troops now gathered under the city of Huaiyin are Tao Qian's assets.

If this battle is really lost.

Not only was Tao Qian's family fortune emptied.

The old face was slapped with loud bangs.

Without these 60,000 soldiers and horses.

It would be very difficult for Tao Qian to secure his position as the governor of Xuzhou.

Even said.

Even if they win.

But if the losses are too great, the Taishan Army in Kaiyang.

Whether it can be suppressed remains to be seen.

"Don't worry, this general knows what's going on!"

"I will definitely not let my lord down!"

Cao Bao heard the deputy general's reminder.

Nod in response.

He is Tao Qian's absolute confidant.

This battle was before he came.

Tao Qian gave him many instructions and warnings.

This battle.

You can only win, not lose!
After Cao Bao arrived at the city of Huaiyin.

I haven't been idle these days.

From time to time, some troops were sent out to harass.

Ye Chen looked at Zhao Yu who was hiding in Huaiyin City.

I know in my heart that the war will begin in these few days!

(End of this chapter)