Super Cultivation System of the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 212: Sudden Night Attack
Liu He turned to Guan Yu and said, "Yun Chang, there is one more thing you need to do."

Guan Yu immediately became alert: "Brother, just give me your orders!"

"Although the Divine Tiger Cavalry is extremely brave on the battlefield, this beast is not good at running on the road and cannot be used for traveling. Therefore, each Divine Tiger Cavalry member still needs to be equipped with a warhorse. They usually use the warhorse to travel, and only ride the tiger mount when fighting."

Guan Yu thought about it and realized that it was indeed true.

"Don't worry, big brother. I will send a letter and a few trusted men with a few boxes of money to buy a hundred war horses from my father-in-law. Zhongshan is east of Yanmen, and I will be back in half a month."

Liu He nodded. The main mounts of the Divine Tiger Cavalry were not war horses, so there was no need for each person to have two horses for the time being. After several squanderings, he didn't have much money left, so it was better to save some.

"Military Advisor, what weapon do you think is most suitable for the Divine Tiger Cavalry?"

Cui Jun pinched his chin and thought for a while: "In my opinion, ordinary cavalrymen mainly attack by charging and killing, so their weapons are all lances, spears, etc., which can stab and penetrate. But tigers are different. These beasts can charge, pounce, and attack from both sides. Instead, they are more suitable for attacking and killing at short distances or directly guarding a certain place. They are used for long-distance sprints, but they avoid the long-distance advantage."

"Well, what the military advisor said is right. In this case, the weapon should be a type that can be used for stabbing, chopping, and slashing. A long spear should be the most suitable, right?"

Zhang Yong also chimed in, "Well, it has to be a long halberd with double blades like Lu Bu's, not an ordinary crescent halberd."

Guan Yu laughed and said, "Haha, no wonder my third brother is the leader. This double-edged halberd is his strong point. If I were to teach him, he wouldn't be able to do it."

"Okay, that's decided."

Liu He turned around and went back to the Duwei Mansion, preparing to write a letter to the three blacksmiths in Langtiao County, explaining the requirements for making weapons and armor. Cui Jun and others also dispersed, each busy with their own things.

In the following period of time, Liu He made a huge adjustment to the 85,000-strong army.

Cheng Liang commanded a hundred Divine Tiger Cavalry, Zhu Ye trained his own hundred Golden Hammer Cavalry, Ye Xiang commanded five thousand archers, and the remaining army was about 80,000. Liu He gave 40,000 to Guan Yu and Zhang Yong each.

The autumn harvest was gradually beginning, and Governor Ye Wang had already ordered that after the autumn grain was harvested, the troops should immediately withdraw to the south of Yanmen Pass. Liu He asked Zhang Yong to lead his 40,000 troops to Yanmen Pass first to prepare to station and guard the pass. As for Guan Yu's 40,000 troops, 30,000 were stationed outside the city, and the remaining 10,000 were stationed on the city wall with Ye Xiang's archers.

That night, the moon was dark and the wind was strong. In the mountains and forests east of Yinguan City, there was almost no other sound except for the occasional chirping of unknown insects.

Not long after, there were sudden rustling sounds, and large clumps of bushes and weeds were pushed aside or cut off, and figures walked out one after another.

"General Zhang is really going to attack Yinguan City at night?"

A figure who was not very tall asked softly to the person in front.

"Of course. Last time, I didn't know Liu He's strength, so I went there rashly and ended up in great defeat. The sky is so dark tonight, and the autumn harvest has already begun. I heard that Liu He has always loved the people and would always personally lead soldiers to help the people harvest food. Therefore, the city defense must be empty. We can attack at night now and catch them off guard!"

The man was silent for a while, then said: "Since the general has made the decision, Chu will go all out."

"Haha, with the addition of Brother Chu Yan, our army now has 80,000 troops. If we also launch a sneak attack at night, we will surely succeed!"

"General Zhang, you are too kind! I have learned that Liu He has deployed more than 80,000 troops in three places: inside Yanmen Pass, outside Yinguan City, and inside the city. Our army is short of equipment, and it will be extremely difficult to attack the city. It is better to deal with the 30,000 troops outside the city first."

"Okay, Brother Chu is really resourceful. Let's defeat them one by one. As long as we kill these 30,000 people first, Liu He will be like a broken arm. I wonder what he can use to fight me!"

People continuously poured out from the mountains and forests, and just a few miles away from them was a huge military camp with lights on.

There were no torches in Zhang Niujiao's army, and even though they were numerous, the soldiers patrolling in the camp did not notice them for a while.

It was not until Zhang Niujiao and Chu Yan, with some soldiers, rushed two or three miles away that the noisy footsteps finally alarmed the patrolling soldiers.

"Who is that over there? Tell us your name immediately!" the patrolling soldier shouted loudly.

Zhang Niujiao shouted, "Soldiers, charge! Break through the camp and rush into Yinguan City. There are hundreds of thousands of dan of grain in the city, more than enough for us to squander!"

"Come on!"

"Fight in!"

Zhang Niujiao and his people did not engage in production themselves, and relied almost entirely on looting for food and clothing. But had they ever had a city as prosperous as Yinguan?

These people rushed forward like a pack of hungry wolves.

The patrolling soldiers were shocked!
"Someone is robbing the camp, be on alert!"

The entire military camp was suddenly awakened by this exclamation.

"What? Someone attacked the camp at night? Quick, retreat into the city!"

Some soldiers began to panic, while others stopped them.

"Nonsense, the enemy is obviously numerous. If I turn back to the city, they will attack us from behind. The city gate is so small, how many people can enter at the same time? We will die faster then. It is better to prepare for battle immediately so that we can have a chance of survival."

"Yes, everyone, quickly form a formation!"

Under the command of a group of middle and lower-level officers in the army, the morale of the 30,000-strong army was quickly restored, and at this time Zhang Niujiao and others had already rushed out of the camp.

Chu Yan looked at the neatly-lined enemy troops in front of him and was immediately surprised.

"I've heard of Liu He's great name for a long time. Seeing him today, I find that he is indeed worthy of his reputation. He was able to train such an iron army in such a short period of time. It seems that raiding the camp at night is of no use to this army. There will inevitably be heavy casualties in the battle tonight. I have to be very careful, otherwise when all my troops are killed or wounded, it will be the end of me."

Just as he was making his own plans, the two sides' total troops of more than 110,000 were already engaged in a melee.

A rough voice suddenly spread in all directions.

"Ah! You woke up Da Meng. I'll beat you to death!"

Da Meng actually rushed out on a horse.

This guy was taken by Cheng Liang to catch tiger cubs a few days ago. As a result, he brought back a half-grown tiger. Liu He personally named him to join the Divine Tiger Cavalry and continue to serve as Cheng Liang's deputy general. Therefore, Cheng Liang personally taught him how to ride a horse first. Unexpectedly, he was not very smart. He learned riding and other things related to fighting very well. After five or six days, he could do it well.

With the help of double stirrups and a complete set of saddles and bridles, Da Meng could often free up his hands to wield his Xuantian Yinguan Zhan on horseback. After becoming a cavalryman, his efficiency in killing the enemy was greatly improved compared to when he was in the initial battle. In a short time, he took the lives of dozens of enemy soldiers.

"Ha, I never thought that I, Zhang Liao, would have the opportunity to make meritorious service soon after joining the army."

Another young man rushed out on horseback. It was Zhang Liao. He had been assigned by Liu He to serve under Guan Yu as a squad leader.

Now that he has rushed out, it is natural for Guan Yu to show up as well.

Sure enough, a very tall figure rode towards them on horseback from the fire not far away.

(End of this chapter)