Han Shizu

Chapter 634 Soldiers approach Liangquan
A man-made forest fire is constantly expanding, and the inside and outside of Mighty City has turned into a sea of ​​flames.The fire was terrifying, and as the chief culprit of the fire, the soldiers of the Han army couldn't help swallowing.

The flames soared into the sky, almost reflecting the entire sky red, and the thick smoke was boiling and billowing, like a ferocious beast opening its claws.Xiang Xun personally watched from the front, with a serious expression, and the reflections in his bright pupils were full of jumping flames.

"Du Shuai, all the kerosene bombs have been fired?" Gao Huaide walked up to Xiang Xun with a slightly solemn expression, and said solemnly: "However, the fire is too large to be contained, and it is spreading to all directions, not only in the mighty city, but also in the surrounding area." I'm afraid that the top of the mountain is hard to protect, and the future is dead, so it's inconvenient to rush to kill!"

The fire that filled the sky brought a devastating disaster to the Shu army in the city. The Han army was also roasted outside, and the blazing fire poison could be felt even from a long distance.

"You are handsome, Mighty City is down!" Murong Chengtai suddenly pointed to the front and reminded.

Looking around, amidst the raging fire, the scene of the collapse can be clearly seen, and even the rumbling sound can be heard.

"Look at the momentum, the fire is unstoppable and has spread to our side!" Gao Huaide reminded Xiangxun.

Of course, without his reminding, Xiang Xun also discovered that the most real feeling was the hot face and sweaty body.

"Send the order, retreat and return to the camp, all the troops in each camp, do their best to prevent accidents! After the fire is relieved, we can move troops again!" Xiang Xun ordered decisively, and said very seriously: "This fire is too big! , since you hurt the enemy, don't burn yourself!"

"Yes!"

Following Xiang's order, the Han army in front of the pass also returned to camp nervously and orderly.Soon, there were only a dozen broken Perak cars left on the battlefield.How much more, it will be devoured by the ruthless fire
Inside the Han camp, under strict protection, Liu Chengxun climbed up and looked out. In the flames all over the sky, he could faintly hear the desperate and shrill screams of the mighty Shu army who was burned by the fire.

"Water and fire are ruthless, we know today!" Liu Chengxun couldn't help sighing.

This fire was far longer than expected, it lasted almost a whole day, if it wasn't for a shower, it would have been longer.When the fire was at its hottest, the soldiers of the Han camp were restless.

A raging fire and rain made Xiang Xun adjust his plan and deployment, let the soldiers rest in the camp overnight, and knock on the gate again the next day.

In the early morning of the next day, the Han army set out, and the Longqi army took the lead and easily entered Weiwu City.Of course, at this time, it was the mighty Walled City, which had already become a ruin, surrounded by a piece of white ground, with ruins everywhere, and the air was full of scorched and unpleasant smell.

After the report of the investigation situation, following the order of the commander-in-chief, the soldiers and civilians quickly started the cleaning work, intending to clear a road for the army, ordnance, and luggage to pass.

"This pass is not so far away. It has blocked our army for nearly three months, and now it is finally destroyed by the flames of war!" Walking to the inner city pass with a group of senior generals, looking at the earthen wall scorched by the fire, Xiang Xun couldn't help sighing: "It's a pity that according to the secret report, the Shu army has hundreds of thousands of food and ordnance in Weiwu City, and all of them were burned!"

Song Yanwo said: "The world is not in peace, and the thieves of the separatist regime are located in the southwest, so they will pass this pass, and the army of the Central Plains will be attacked in the north. Now that the pass is broken, it is doomed to be in trouble in the middle of Shu. Sooner or later, it will be annexed by the Han Dynasty and return to the king's rule!"

"The supervisor's words are justified!" Xiang Xun nodded, and immediately ordered: "Send the order, speed up the cleanup, and pave the way for the army to advance!"

"Du Shuai, after a rough inspection, there are probably thousands of corpses of the Shu soldiers who were burned to death inside and outside the Guancheng. In the mountain roads behind the Guanxi, there are even more charred corpses. The Shu army is burning and collapsed!" Gao Huaide, sweating on his forehead, quickly searched for it and reported it.

Xiang Xun nodded in response, but he put away his emotion and said: "The Shu army will escape from Guancheng and go to Liangquan, the state city! General Gao, you will lead the Longqi army first, travel lightly, and cross the ruins , into Liangquan."

"Follow the order!" Gao Huaide obeyed immediately.

Xiang Xun urged: "At this time, the Shu army, although their hearts and courage are exhausted, should not be careless. They need to march carefully. After the soldiers approach the city, they should choose the opportunity to move. At least they must keep the Shu army in Liangquan! Break the city!"

"Yes!" Hearing this, Gao Huaide turned around and left, greeted his subordinates and scattered to gather the Longqi Army.

Looking at Wang Quanbin who was about to move, Xiang Xun said first: "General Wang, don't worry. Once the road is cleared, you will lead the army south to support General Gao in the battle!"

"Xiang Dushuai!" After arranging some military affairs, Liu Chengxun came to find him.

Liu Chengxun's noble and clean royal robe formed a strong contrast with the devastation and filth everywhere.Seeing this, Xiang Xun went up to greet him, and made a gesture of concern: "Your Highness, this room has not been cleaned up, and safety is uncertain. How can you come here with honor. If something happens, the general will not be able to bear it!"

"It's okay! I'm not so delicate yet!" Liu Chengxun smiled lightly.

Looking at Xiang Xun, Liu Chengxun's face was full of gentleness, and said: "I came here alone this time. I was ordered by His Majesty to reward the troops and comfort the army. Now that the mission has been completed, it is time to leave and return to Chang'an. Right now, the offensive and defense are restarting, just in time for the military situation." Urgent, when the army is taking advantage of the victory and advancing, Gu will not disturb here, causing trouble to the commander-in-chief, and distracting Gu from taking care of Yu Gu!"

"Gu, I'm leaving now!" Liu Chengxun cupped his hands.

"Your Highness is so wise, I will admire you in the end!" Xiang Xun's eyes showed a trace of approval for Liu Chengxun's performance and attitude.

"Murong Chengtai, take someone to escort His Highness to Sanguan!" Xiang Xun instructed Murong Chengtai.

Liu Chengxun waved his hand again, refusing to say: "I have guards and attendants, and Cheng Tai is a handsome general, let's keep it for the handsome tent!"

After finishing speaking, he turned around and left first under the escort of several guards.

Regarding Liu Chengxun's performance, Xiang Xun did not express any more attitude, but sent another two hundred soldiers to guard him.After that, turn your attention back to the war.

The destruction of the mighty city is just the beginning, and the next step is to chase death and chase north, the autumn wind sweeps the leaves, and completely defeat and wipe out the main force of the remaining Shu army, which is more important.

Fengzhou Zhoucheng is not too far from Weiwu City, it is more than 3 miles to the southwest.Liangquancheng, which housed a large number of defeated troops, was in panic at this time, including the original garrison, which still had more than [-] troops, but most of them were frightened troops.

Shu generals such as Li Tinggui, Gao Yanchou, and the new superintendent Zhao Chongtao did something after they fled back to Liangquan.During this night, the soldiers and horses were quickly reorganized, the army's morale was appeased, and the defense was arranged.Although it was difficult to restore the demoralized military spirit and severely depressed morale for a while, order was barely restored.

"The Han army's methods are too vicious. A big fire will hurt us!" Gao Yanchou and Zhao Chongtao inspected the city defense, feeling: "It seems that the Han army has already planned this, and we just wait for Qiu Gao .Alas, I was so stupid that I didn't realize the trick!"

Zhao Chongtao also seemed a little depressed, and said: "Our Prime Minister Wang Shu is still thinking about planning a surprise attack in Chengdu to cut off the retreat of the Han army."

The report of Tang Cang's defeat was basically sent back together.Han Jixun's Shu army was not completely wiped out, and some of the lost troops returned to Liangquan fortunately.

"After this battle, the Han army is powerful, and our army is in a state of depression. I am afraid that Liang Quan will be difficult to defend." Zhao Chongtao frowned and said: "I have to advise the recruiter that Liang Quan is not reliable. We should preserve our strength and retreat to Qingni. Ling, Guzhen!"

"The capital supervisor is very knowledgeable!" Gao Yanchou is a man who knows how to fight, knowing Zhao Chongtao's consideration, he nodded and said: "Someone suggested it earlier, but I have a lot of scruples about recruiting envoys!"

"Now that we've reached this point, why worry so much? How does Chengdu know that Fengzhou is in danger?" Zhao Chongtao said a little excitedly: "The elites of the country will gather here. If they lose their soldiers and horses, then don't talk about Liang Quan." , the Han army will drive straight in, and the four prefectures of Qin and Feng will fall, and even endanger Xingyuan Mansion!"

"The final general is willing to follow the capital prison and speak to the envoy together!" Gao Yanchou said.

"it is good!"

However, the two sides had a plan, and the guards of the city tower had already heard exclaimed: The Han army is coming!

Gao and Zhao hurriedly climbed up the city wall and looked out of the city. In the east of the city, at the very end of the field of vision, military flags were unfurled and people's heads were surging.Looking at each other, they all looked dignified, revealing the same meaning: the Han army came so fast, it is difficult to get out easily!

On the other hand, Gao Huaide led the army to approach Liangquan East City, observed the city defense for a while, and couldn't hide his disappointment.Originally, he thought that if the Shu soldiers were distracted and weakly defended, even if they did not have heavy siege equipment, he would try to break them in one fell swoop.

However, the city is obviously prepared, and he will not waste the lives of soldiers for personal merit, regardless of the situation.While sending people to seize the roads and passes outside the city, they set up a defensive formation and waited for the follow-up army.

(End of this chapter)