Aspirations for Nation and Beauty: Section 39 Tianshui

Standing on the embankment where the silver carp's mouth is rushing, Bi Xiao's face is filled with excitement and fanaticism. Rows of soldiers have already begun to build fortifications at this famous fortress to prevent the enemy from destroying it. The enemy still possesses powerful water weapons, and the water power of one's own side is not enough to resist the opponent's attack. The only way is to build a powerful fortification on the waterway, and then install giant catapults and powerful ballistas Block this waterway to prevent the enemy from entering the Dongting Lake area from the water. Perhaps the only way to prevent the coast of the Dongting Lake area, which has become the hinterland of one's own side, from the sudden attack of the enemy's navy.

Looking to the south, the vast lake is boundless as far as the eye can see. You can faintly see a few touches of dark green flickering in the depths of the lake. Occasionally, there are two fishing boats sailing in it. The Dongting Islands, together with the South Dongting Islands, constitute the most beautiful green mountains and green waters in Dongting Lake, and these islands are the main production areas of Dongting Pekoe, the famous top-quality green tea in the mainland. It is said that only the Dongting Lake water is used on these islands. The authentic Dongting Pekoe is produced in the tea mountains bred by rain and fog, and most of the popular pekoe in the mainland market are produced in the tea gardens along the Dongting Lake.

As the leader of the three corps, Bi Xiao has reason to be proud. With almost no loss, he went all the way from the border to the core area of ​​Baling. Go to the empty building. Although it is located on the side of the river and lake waterway, the defense system of Baling City is not strong. It faces water on one side and land on three sides, making it more like a commercial city with well-developed water transportation and grain planting industries. , making this one of the most famous rice markets in the empire, presumably his 12th Corps has already stepped into Baling City, and is waiting for him to inspect the style of Baling Prefecture.

However, Bi Xiao was not dazzled by Bei's achievements. As the son of Bixili Khan, he knew the heavy responsibility he shouldered and the image he needed to establish in the eyes of his colleagues. It may have some other influences in the eyes of subordinates and colleagues, and he has to be strict with himself. Although it is not clear what the situation of the battle in Wenning Mansion is in the east, Bi Xiao knows that as his boss, General Yaning is the most important general of his father, and the Minister of State, Mr. Lei, is following him. It is enough to destroy any imperial army that dares to challenge in the territory. He believes that the other party can solve the battle in the shortest time.

"General, the Twelfth Corps has reported that they have entered Baling City and are now taking over the defense of Baling City. The Tanghe army in Baling City has all withdrawn, and the Twelfth Corps has not come into contact with them. In addition , so far, the Twelfth Corps has not found the enemy's navy fleet, nor has the enemy's fleet been found in the rivers and lakes." A horse galloped forward, stood beautifully in front of Bi Xiao, dismounted and gave a standard military salute Finally, respectful report.

"Oh? Still haven't found the Tanghe people's navy fleet?" Bi Xiao frowned slightly, the fanatical joy just now gradually calmed down, and a cautious look appeared on his face, "You guys sent out a search team Has the team searched along the waterway?"

"Return to the general, two groups of search teams have been sent to search northward along the waterway, but so far no abnormalities have been found."

Lowering his head, he made a circle on the spot, and then turned his eyes to the vast lake in the south. Bi Xiao had a headache. Regarding the whereabouts of the military fleet, although the Dongting Lake Fleet is only an inland river fleet and its scale is not large, its role in the Five Lakes area with dense river networks and numerous lakes is very important and effective, and its mobility is far greater than that of its own cavalry. Forces are much more effective. Especially after one's own side occupied Dongting Lake, the coastal area became an area where the enemy could wantonly harass, and the enemy could go ashore at any place on the lakeshore to attack the own side at any time. prevent yourself from dominating this land.

"Well, you go back immediately and pass my order that your 12th Corps should send scouts to step up the search of rivers, lakes and waterways. In addition, let people from the intelligence department contact our people and let them also mobilize to find the enemy navy for us. If you have any news about the whereabouts of the fleet, report it to me immediately!" After deliberation, Bi Xiao finally made a decision, "Baling City strengthens its defenses, and strictly prohibits those who violate military discipline. to."

When the officer flew back on horseback, Bi Xiao immediately ordered all ministries to strengthen their defenses, and at the same time ordered to send a large number of search teams back to search along the shore of Dongting Lake to prevent the enemy navy fleet from hiding in the lake from attacking their own side. The situation on his own side was reported to the coach Ya Ning on the Eastern Front to know.

After receiving the urgent report from Tianshui, Liang Chong still couldn't help being surprised. In fact, he had already received information that the Taiping Army had begun large-scale military adjustments in Heshuo. Should they march west along the avenue across the Heshuo area, or march southward to the Five Lakes? But judging from the current posture, it seems that the purpose of the Taiping Army is to capture Tianshui. It is quite difficult. Sure enough, as soon as the Taiping Army made a move, Situ Jun's envoy had already arrived.

I'm afraid it's time to make a decision by yourself. How to progress to Tianshui? This problem bothered Liang Chongxin. According to his original intention, he probably wanted to enter Tianshui, but now he only has the first division in his hands, and the guard force in Longdong has just been formed, and it is still difficult to maintain the law and order of the mansion. It is unrealistic to hope for them. Xiong Daoyuan's divisions were able to reach Longdong in the first time, but there were only two divisions, and they had to leave the necessary troops to guard Longdong, which was really weak. On Xikang's side, Shenei has already sent two regiments to garrison Sishui Ridge and Jianmen Pass respectively, and Xikang's own government has only left three regiments. Will it be difficult for him to draw out more people? On Lulong's side, there is only Mifeng's garrison division assistant. Fortunately, the Kang Jianguo Division of the Second Division of the Nanjie Locke Corps in Merrington in the north and the Zhan Botao Division stationed in the Empire have joined together and can be reinforced at any time. Lu Long, otherwise Lu Long's safety would be quite a problem, let alone the idea of ​​attacking Lu Long's garrison.

Liang Chongxin had never been so embarrassed before. He usually boasted that he had planned strategies and solved all problems easily, but the current predicament made him unable to make up his mind. The emergency letter for help has been sent out, but it is too late to wait until Qingyang replies. Situ Jun has made it clear that his three divisions will completely withdraw from Tianshui within three days. If the Northwest Army If you don't take over the defense right away, you will be responsible for all the consequences. This is really cruel. Liang Chongxin smiled wryly. There are such things in the world. He only cares about running for his own life, but he has to let others take care of him, but this is the way it is in front of him In one situation, if he didn't make a decision right away, Tian Shui might really have the surname You.

On March 26, 697 in the mainland Gregorian calendar, Liang Chongxin resolutely led more than 23,000 people from the First Division out of Longdong into Tianshui, and officially set foot on the land of Heshuo. It only took one day and one night for the First Division to rush to Tianshui City. At this time, the three divisions of the Fifth Army that had been promised to Liang Chongxin for three days had already completely evacuated Tianshui, and the local structure of Tianshui Mansion was also scattered. His Highness the Third Highness had already led three divisions to leave Tianshui and went south, but when the Northwest Army was still missing, almost everyone felt that they had been abandoned by the empire.

The collective escape of local government officials following Situ Jun, who was going southward, made the situation unmanageable. The entire Tianshui has fallen into a state of complete anarchy. What's more, even the security forces have collectively participated in the looting of Tianshui Prefecture, which has almost become a common practice ~IndoMTL.com~ Whenever a city is in crisis, the local government must be the first to cause chaos, and the chaos will be pushed forward. Towards the climax must be the local garrison of the city.

When Liang Chongxin's vanguard quickly advanced towards Tianshui, Liang Chongxin noticed the abnormality of the situation, and almost blocked the flow of people and vehicles on the road from Longdong to Tianshui. , and the people who just wanted to flee for their lives didn't listen to any explanation at all, so Liang Chongxin had to order the troops to leave the road and travel day and night.

After taking over Tianshui City, Liang Chongxin did not have time to breathe a sigh of relief. It took him half a day just to control the chaotic situation in the city. At this time, **** suppression is the only effective way to solve the problem. And when the crossroads of the streets were covered with mobs and the heads of the guard soldiers who participated in the looting, the whole city gradually calmed down. Without hesitation, all the remaining guards were put in jail, and Liang Chongxin had time to inspect the city defense facilities at this time. Situ Jun is quite benevolent. After taking control of the city of Tianshui, he still put a lot of effort into the city defense facilities. The solid city walls have already been repaired and neatly repaired. There are three giant catapults and a small number of fixed crossbow frames on each city. Shi Yi stayed to let the Northwest Army work for him, or it was too late to withdraw, and they were still intact on the tower. A large number of rolling logs, lapping stones, gray bottles, and even iron pans for heating oil were neatly arranged, which made Liang Chongxin feel a little relieved.

However, this was not enough to make Liang Chongxin let go of his suspenseful heart. What really relieved Liang Chongxin was Xiong Daoyuan's division, which was only half a day behind the first division. When he appeared under the city tower, Liang Chongxin smiled for the first time in a few days.