Chapter 10 Chapter IX Military Aircraft Staff

The First Southern Chu Champion Chapter Nine Military Aircraft Staff In August of the 19th year of Xiande, Southern Chu and Dayong formed an alliance, the king of Qi replaced Emperor Yong and the ruler of the state, and Zhao Jue, Prince of De, worshiped him as the governor and led the expedition. Before leaving, Zhao Jue ordered Jiang Zhe to serve as The army's aides and military counselors, at that time, the king was worried that Prince De's power was too great, so he ordered the eunuch Wang Hai to supervise the army. - "The History of Chu in the Southern Dynasties."The Legend of Jiang Suiyun"

Damn Zhao Jue, really let me join the army. I originally wanted to ask for help, but Zhao Jue is now the governor of the Imperial Academy, so I had to hand over the job of the Imperial Academy with tears in my eyes and enlist in the army. Shu, but I feel comforted that Xiao Shunzi also set out with the army. Before leaving, the lord of the country sent Wang Hai, the supervisor of ceremonies, as the supervisor of the army. Although using eunuchs to supervise the army is an internal problem of defeat, but Thinking that Xiao Shunzi actually came with Wang Hai, I couldn't help but thank God for his blessing. With Xiao Shunzi's protection, I shouldn't encounter too many dangers, but it's better to find more guards. I'm going to talk to Xiao Shunzi, and when I see a candidate, Xiao Shunzi will help me identify their martial arts, so that I won't find a bunch of drunks and rice bags.

This time when attacking the Kingdom of Shu, the Southern Chu soldiers were divided into two groups. One was by water, with 10,000 troops led by Zhenyuan Hou Lu Xin, leaving the White Emperor Wu Gorge, and going up the river. Going to Bazhou by land, the two sides agreed to join forces in Luocheng.I am a staff member under Prince De's tent, so I naturally have to follow the army, but I can't let go of my grievances. During the march, I hid in the car of the supervising army Wang Hai. It's not bad. On the way, I mentioned from time to time that since Steward Wang took the medicine I gave him, his health has improved greatly.Naturally, I agreed to prepare one or two similar medicines for him.Xiao Shunzi was obediently serving the two of us beside him, Wang Hai looked at Xiao Shunzi lovingly, and said with a smile: "This kid is the slave that Zhuangyuan Gong once saved, Xiao Shunzi is good at everything, he is diligent in his hands and feet, He is eloquent and literate, but he is not good at all, and he is not motivated at all. Other slaves can fight for a job, and they can't wait to surround the king. Only this kid is willing to give up that good job , followed our family to suffer in the army."

I couldn't help but glanced at Xiao Shunzi, feeling a little guilty, this kid was thinking of me, Xiao Shunzi said obediently: "What is the father-in-law talking about, the father-in-law and the prince's father-in-law are relatives, and the slaves always give rewards when they see each other. The father-in-law is appreciated by the lord to serve as the supervisor of the army. Once he wins and returns to the court, it will be a great contribution, and the slaves will be honored by following the father-in-law. Otherwise, why do people say that wealth and wealth are in danger?" Wang Hai laughed so hard that he couldn't open his eyes opened.The three of us were having a good time talking.At this time, a messenger ran up to our car and said loudly: "Master Jiang, the lord has called you to discuss matters." I got out of the car helplessly, took the reins from the Ouchi guards brought by Wang Hai, and shook them. I galloped forward, my riding skills are not very good, I learned it by cramming these few days.After finally coming to Zhao Jue who stopped the horse and waited for me, I cupped my fists on the horse and saluted: "Your Majesty, I have ordered you to come here."

Zhao Jue looked at my distressed appearance and said with a smile, "Master Jiang, you should learn to ride more horses, otherwise it will be very difficult for you to join the army." I almost gritted my teeth, could it be that I am willing to join the army?But I had to bow my head under the eaves, so I had no choice but to respectfully say: "I will obey your orders. If there is anything I need to do, please give me your orders." Zhao Jue urged the horse to move forward slowly, motioning for me to follow him, and I frantically urged the mount.The two of us walked side by side for a while, before Zhao Jue said: "Master Jiang still hates this king?" I said with a half-smile: "I don't dare, I get the salary from Nanchu, how dare I Declining the imperial appointment." Zhao Jue said with a wry smile, "It's not that this king is embarrassing your lord, but this time we are attacking Shu, we must preserve our own strength while gaining the greatest benefit. Marching and fighting are my business, and I won't do it too. I don't dare to bother you, but after the Ping Shu, we must discuss with Dayong how to distribute the results of the war. If there is no such wise and decisive person as Mr. Jiang who understands the reality of our two countries, I am afraid that we will suffer a lot, so we have to make things difficult Master Jiang."

I resentfully thought: "It's just a share of the loot after the robbers succeed, won't you let me go after you win?" Seemingly reading my mind, Zhao Jue said: "Besides, I think Mr. is so smart, Jue also wants to listen to the teachings every day. Now that the country is in crisis, I hope Master Jiang will spend more time on military affairs so that he can contribute to the country." After listening to Zhao Jue's words, it makes sense when I think about it. Let's learn more about military affairs. Thinking of this, I bowed low to express my acceptance of his opinion.Zhao Jue smiled slightly, and gave the horse a whip. My mount seemed to want to gallop too. It twisted its body impatiently, making me sway from side to side in fright. Fortunately, a personal guard of Zhao Jue who was following beside me helped me Once, I thanked him with a red face and vowed to learn how to ride a horse.

Putting down the pen in my hand, I rubbed my shoulders. After setting up the camp, I have been dealing with these military affairs. Ever since I talked with Zhao Jue, I have started to participate in handling military affairs. Long, from how to set up camp, how to organize the army, how to reward and punish, of course the most important thing is document processing and intelligence sorting, the difficulty of these military affairs is not easier than my work in the Imperial Academy.Among Zhao Jue's staff, Rong Yuan, a Confucian scholar from Montenegro who has always followed him, is the most important. He often follows Zhao Jue as a counselor. As for these trivial military affairs, other counselors handle them. My joining has lightened their workload. In particular, it didn't take long for me to get familiar with most of the document processing methods. Relying on my strong memory and keen judgment, I quickly became the best among them, especially the intelligence analysis work. Originally, they just asked me to try it out. Unexpectedly, textual research and verification from a few words is my strong point. I don’t need pen and ink records. Let me sort out the documents and submit them to Zhao Jue for review.It wasn't until this time that I really became a highly valued counselor by Zhao Jue's side. Apart from Rong Huan, I was already the number one.

Look at the sky, it is already late at night, and I have to go on my way tomorrow. I will collect the information I have compiled and prepare to send it to Mr. Rong. I feel a little thirsty, so I pick up the teapot on the small table, but it is already empty. He smiled wryly and shook his head. At this moment, there was a slight cough from outside the tent, and then Xiao Shunzi walked in, holding a food box, and said indifferently: "Master Jiang, Wang Jianjun knows that you are busy with military affairs, so he asked me to bring it to you." For supper, let me thank you for the medicine you gave him yesterday."

As soon as I heard Xiao Shunzi's tone, I knew there was someone outside, so I smiled and said: "Please thank Wang Jianjun for me, in fact, the supervisor is just used to being pampered, and I am too tired to rest these days, so I can't help but feel uncomfortable. The medicine I gave is just to let the supervisor have a better rest and recover quickly." Xiao Shunzi put the things on the table and said: "Please eat it while it's hot." I shook my head and said: "I will put the Send the documents over, go back and rest first, you have to march tomorrow." Xiao Shunzi stuffed a small note into my hand, then bowed and left.

I opened the note, and there was a line of elegant small characters written on it, "It is inconvenient to travel in the army. There are many masters around Zhao Jue. Rong Yuan seems to be a little jealous of the lord. Today, he slandered Zhao Jue, saying that the lord has close contacts with the king of Qi, and he may have colluded with him." , just to be on the safe side, try not to let adults get close to important military affairs, Zhao Jue is dubious." I smiled lightly, such things are always inevitable, it's no wonder that Rong Yuan is afraid of my sudden rise, but if he succeeds in slandering, it doesn't matter, anyway, I have no reason to be reused by Prince De.I walked out of the tent, accompanied by the sergeant under the tent to the tent where Rong Yuan handled military affairs, and handed over the paperwork to him. He accepted it, encouraged me a few words, and looked full of trust and appreciation for me. -I left the tent with a sigh in my heart.Outside the tent, the moon is shining like frost.

After more than half a month of marching, we arrived at the border of the Kingdom of Shu. After that, the siege of the city went smoothly, but we arrived in Berkshire within ten days. At first, I wondered why the resistance of the Kingdom of Shu was so weak. Later, I asked people to know that the Kingdom of Shu has a large number of soldiers. Insufficient, so there are no heavy troops deployed in other places except the critical and dangerous pass. Berkshire is the first pass we face. After passing Berkshire, there are difficult and dangerous paths ahead. The pattern of defense is difficult to attack, and the battle is about to begin. On August 23rd, the Southern Chu army arrived at the foot of the Bajun city. I rode the docile horse specially selected for me by Prince De, and looked at the high and deep Bajun city. Looking solemn in the city, it can be seen that they are a strong team.Prince De took his horse slightly, stood in front of the army, and looked at the city wall coldly.Among the many soldiers in the city stood a general in red iron armor. With my eyesight, I could tell that this man was about fifty years old, with a bold appearance, short stature, and a bearded face.The man shouted loudly: "Southern Chu and our country of Shu have a good alliance, why did they tear up the alliance for no reason and come here to sneak attack." Prince De smiled lightly, and raised his voice, "Shu Kingdom is in a peaceful corner, and it is separatist from the world. Today, Da Yonglong prospers the Central Plains, and Shu Kingdom has refused to be a vassal. What is the reason? I am a minister of Da Yong from Southern Chu, and I was ordered to attack. I respect the emperor's order, and the second thing is to wash away the hatred of the oppression of the Shu Kingdom for many years. I, the children of Southern Chu, have heard that the Shu Kingdom often bullies the people on the border of us by virtue of its terrain, and raises prices arbitrarily when it is in business, and robs the gold and silver of our people. Today, we are raising troops in Southern Chu, and we must win a battle and avenge our hatred." After saying that, pointing forward with a long whip, the Southern Chu army shouted in unison, and the army drums thundered, and a thousand-man team began to shout and march forward, everyone holding shields and rings. With the first knife, he rushed towards the city wall with the protection of many ladders. Taking advantage of the fact that the archers on the wall could not stretch out their heads and shoot arrows downward, the Southern Chu army leaned those ladders against the city wall and began to climb upwards. Twenty or thirty people pushed forward. The rushing car arrived under the city gate, and the sound of the huge impact overwhelmed the sound of war drums and horns.Before they hit a few times, the battle drums sounded on the city, the rolling wood and rocks fell like rain, the ladders were also pushed down by the poles, the body of the Southern Chu sergeant fell from the air, bloody and bloody, and the rushing car was smashed to pieces by the boulder Bad. I felt uneasy watching it, but I saw that Prince De and other general staff looked at the battlefield with indifferent expressions, without any nervous expression.Then there was the sound of gold ringing, and the sergeants retreated gradually. I looked carefully and found that most of the sergeants hadn't climbed up yet, so the number of injured people was not as many as I imagined. After a while, the second wave of Nanchu army's attack on the city began. He also began to fight back. On this day, the Southern Chu army attacked more than 20 times, all of which were insignificant, and the guards on the city were also very cautious and did not abuse wood and stone.When it was nearly dusk, the Southern Chu army launched a fierce attack, and the offensive was in full swing. The soldiers risked their lives to climb up, and even climbed onto the city wall. A bloody battle broke out on the city, but in the end the Southern Chu army was still defeated. I looked shaken. Two or three thousand people should have been killed or injured in the siege today. The loss was not too great, but the terrifying momentum kept me calm for a long time.That night I tossed and turned in the camp, the siege lost so much, I heard that there are so many cities below, isn't it too miserable for every city to be like this. The next day, the siege of the city was very fierce. The sun had just risen, and the sergeants came out with a dozen catapults rumbling out. With an order, huge boulders rose into the air and smashed heavily on the city wall. Going up, although the city wall was not shaken because of the high height and deep pool of Berkshire City, the gravel splashed on the tower, and the city wall trembled amidst the whistling sound. The defenders in the city braved the arrows and stones and began to penetrate the stones. The catapults on the city were powerful and smashed into the battlefield of our army. Although it was difficult to aim, only half of our catapults were smashed, but our front positions were destroyed. When the stone-throwing battle lasted for two sticks of incense, my hands and feet were cold and my eyes were full of blood and flesh. My eyesight is so good that I even Seeing the bleak and stern expressions of those soldiers before they died.Then probably due to insufficient stones, the offensives of both sides slowed down and gradually stopped. The Southern Chu army pushed the arrow tower and carried the ladder to attack the city again. Although the height of the arrow tower was not as high as the city wall, it could barely resist the counterattack in the city. The sharp feathers and arrows of both sides drew beautiful arcs in the air, passed through the strong flesh, and splashed dazzling blood flowers, and the blood of both sides swayed in front of the city wall like this.When the Southern Chu army charged upwards again against the rain of arrows, this time hot oil and lime fell on the city wall. When the battered Southern Chu soldiers fell, countless straws and torches were dropped on the city wall. There was a sea of ​​fire, only a few nimble soldiers escaped back, and the rest of the soldiers were surrounded by the sea of ​​flames, burning terribly, and the miserable screams in the sea of ​​fire were earth-shattering. When I saw this, I really hated my six senses for being so sensitive. I couldn't bear it anymore, and hurriedly rode my horse and rushed to the back, found a secluded place, and vomited until I spit out bitter bile.When I straightened up, I saw Xiao Shunzi in sergeant armor standing in front of my horse. He handed me a jug of water and asked me to rinse my mouth. When I calmed down, I asked, "Why are you here? Aren't you accompanying Eunuch Wang?" Xiao Shunzi said in a low voice, "I told Eunuch Wang that I didn't know what was going on on the battlefield, so I came out to have a look, and Eunuch Wang was also very worried, so I agreed." Wang Wangyuan I had a lingering fear in my heart and said: "It's too scary, I'd better go back." Just as I was about to ride my horse, Xiao Shunzi grabbed my rein and said, "My lord, no, although I am ignorant, I also know that if my lord If you are timid at this time, you will never be able to hold your head up again in front of the generals in the army, and your lord will go to the battlefield in the future, so why do you avoid it every time?" I felt a little ashamed when I heard it, and thought that I was far less tenacious than Xiao Shunzi, so I gave him a grateful look, and rode back to the front line.When I returned to Zhao Jue's side again, the generals and staff around him all looked at me, who was pale as paper, with approval.Zhao Jue praised and said: "Suiyun's courage is really good. When I first entered the battlefield, I was worse than you. Don't worry, just fight a few more battles." I immediately bowed and asked: " My lord, I don't know much about military affairs, it seems that our siege of the city is not going well, right?" Zhao Jue smiled wryly and said: "Yes, Bajun is an important town in the Kingdom of Shu. Not only are the generals good at fighting, but also the soldiers are brave. The defense equipment and food and grass are sufficient, so it is very difficult to attack, which makes my heart ache. Fortunately, if Bajun is captured, The more than 20 cities below are much easier." I asked again: "Then, according to what the lord sees, we need to attack for a few days." Zhao Jue made some calculations and said, "If we can attack Bajun within half a month, it will be pretty good." I figured that Dayong would have to go through several dangerous passes from Yangping Pass to Dongchuan to attack Jiameng Pass. However, Dayong had enough soldiers and food. If we want to take the lead in Southern Chu, we must use tactics. How can the current stalemate be resolved? I couldn't think of it for a while, and I recalled the information about Berkshire, recalling one by one, overlooking the city wall, the red-armored general was commanding on the city, I saw that his command was determined, and the defense of Berkshire was leak-proof. If Chu had any flaws, he saw through at a glance, and then chased and beat him fiercely without mercy. Wait a minute, pursue and fight fiercely, without mercy, I remembered the information about the generals defending the city: Tian Wei, strict in command of the army, brave and good at fighting, good at defending the city, defending like a mountain, especially good at intercepting villages.No wonder Prince De guarded the camp so tightly. It turns out that he is good at cutting off the camp.Slowly, a trick took shape, but would it work?After much deliberation, I rode my horse to Prince De's side and whispered my opinion to him.Prince De hesitated at first, but gradually became interested. After a long time, he smiled and nodded, and then ordered to withdraw the troops.The bloodiest day of the Battle of Berkshires finally came to an end.