After a few days of rain, it finally cleared up, and the sky was as clear as a blue lake.

Yunqing walked out of the house and stood in the yard, when two birds flew over. The birds landed on the trees and chirped, looking particularly cheerful.

Si Bonian smiled and said, "Lord Wang, this is a magpie. Magpies flew in early in the morning, and there must have been something good today. ”

Yun Qing looked at the two gray fluttering birds in the tree and said, "Are you sure this is a magpie?"

Spurnian is really not sure.

Yunqing smiled and said, "This is not a magpie, it's a sparrow." Magpies are black and white, sparrows are gray, and magpies are larger, not as small as sparrows. "I didn't expect Si Bonian to be unable to distinguish between sparrows and magpies, which is quite interesting.

Si Bonian didn't feel embarrassed, and said calmly: "It seems that I was wrong." ”

Yunqing's topic shifted to business: "If everything goes well, Xiayi has been taken." "The cavalry's march route is calculated, and the square can only be done sooner rather than later.

Si Bonian said: "Our army has 100,000 soldiers and horses, and the enemy only has 60,000, so two days is enough time to capture Xiayi." "If it weren't for the ease of defending and attacking Xiayi, it would have been possible to take it in half a day.

Yunqing said: "Before noon, I will know. ”

Before lunch, Yunqing got the news, Fang Xing had completed the task, and Cui Mo passed through Xiayi according to the plan.

Yun Qing let out a sigh and said, "It's up to Cui Mo next." ”

Yunqing's plan was for Cui Mo to bypass Bozhou and go straight to Fuyang. As long as Fuyang is broken, Bozhou will naturally fall into their hands, and Du Zheng knows about this plan. However, in order to confuse the enemy at that time, Yunqing asked Du Zheng and Guan Tai to send troops at the same time.

Si Bonian said: "Lord Wang, General Cui will definitely live up to the general's expectations." ”

Yun Qing nodded: "Well, Cui Mo will definitely be able to complete the task." "He worked four years to prepare for today. If it doesn't work, it can only be said that God won't help you.

Also on this night, Qiu Dashan stood on the platform of the city wall, looked at the empty space under the city wall, and said to Tie Kui on the side: "Do you feel that Du Zheng is a little strange about attacking the city this time?" Du Zheng made a big attack on the city, but the attack was not violent, and the troops were withdrawn as soon as it was dark.

Tie Kui also felt this way, nodded his head and said, "General, do you want to write to Governor Yu and Seventh Master Yu to see what the situation is in Anzhou?"

Cowering within the city walls, it's really a lot of. Zhang Xingrong held the spear in his hand and said loudly: "General, I think they are bluffing, and they have no strength at all. General, tomorrow I will order 30,000 troops out of the city, kill them without leaving a single piece of armor, and then raise troops to attack Luozhou. ”

Qiu Dashan was silent and asked Tie Kui: "Kuizi, do you think we should fight?"

Tie Kui shook his head and said, "I don't think it's appropriate. Du Zheng is also a famous general in the northwest, if he is really as unbearable as he is now, how can he have a place in the northwest where the strong generals are like clouds. ”

Qiu Dashan understood what Tie Kui meant, and said, "You mean that Du Zheng deliberately showed weakness and led us to send troops. ”

Tie Kui nodded and said, "This is just my guess. "Tie Kui actually has some reservations about what he said. He was almost certain that Yun Qing must have some purpose, and Du Zheng was now acting according to Yun Qing's orders. As for what Yunqing's purpose was, he didn't bother to think about it.

Zhang Xingrong felt that Tie Kui was too cautious, and couldn't help but say foul words: "Where are the immortals in the war." If you're afraid of the east and the west, you'll be spanking. "It was almost said that Tie Kui was afraid of death and did not dare to order troops out of the city.

The words were so ugly, and Tie Kui's face was not good-looking. However, because Qiu Dashan was there, he didn't quarrel with Zhang Xingrong, but just said to Qiu Dashan: "General, I'll go down first." "Arguing with such a reckless man has no identity.

Coming down to the city tower, he said angrily with Yan Kai: "General, he is a deputy general, and you are also a deputy general, why should you let him be given the same status as him." "It's not the first time that Zhang Xingrong has provoked, and his own general has made concessions every time, which makes him really unsightly.

Tie Kui said lightly: "If you quarrel, it will only make the general embarrassed." Since he thinks he is brave and invincible, then give him a chance to perform!" The combat effectiveness of the Northwest Army is no worse than theirs, and Zhang Xingrong is really short-sighted just because Du Zheng's performance in the past few days is not good. Zhang Xingrong will inevitably pay a price for this.

Yan Kai said with some complaints: "The general is too, and he prefers the surname Zhang every time." Yan Kai was a little dissatisfied with Qiu Dashan.

Tie Kui said nonchalantly: "It's difficult for a general to do. I take a step back, and the general doesn't have to be embarrassed. And as the old saying goes, suffering is a blessing. Moreover, the strength of the moment is only the courage of the horseman. "He doesn't want to be the first bird, or is he going to be safe in the city.

When Yan Kai heard this, he didn't say anything more.

Early the next morning, Zhang Xingrong led his troops out of the city to meet the battle. Unexpectedly, the Northwest Army, which had been poor in combat before, pounced like a wolf this time. Of the 30,000 soldiers and horses led by Zhang Xingrong, only 8,000 fled back to the city.

Zhang Xingrong looked at Qiu Dashan with a guilty face and said, "General, I underestimated the enemy. "After the actual fight, he realized that he was arrogant before. The opponent's combat effectiveness is only stronger than them, not weaker.

While Yunqing vigorously improved the living standards and treatment of soldiers, the requirements for them also increased by several steps. In addition, there is a competition every six months, and soldiers are selected from each military camp to participate, and the competition is divided into individuals and groups, and the first three have prizes. The army is also a place that attaches great importance to strength and honor, and all military camps are training vigorously from top to bottom, and under such circumstances, it is difficult to increase combat effectiveness.

Qiu Dashan shook his head and said, "I can't blame you this time. "This time, Zhang Xingrong sent troops, in fact, he wanted to test the other party's attitude. But Du Zheng's reaction this time was beyond his expectations.

Tie Kui walked into the house wearing a suit of armor and said, "General, the enemy army has begun to attack the city again. ”

Zhang Xingrong scolded: "Grandma is big, don't mess with those vain things if you have the ability." If it weren't for the other party's cowardice, he wouldn't have underestimated the enemy.

Tie Kui shook his head and said, "This time their offensive is very fierce, different from the bluff of the previous days. ”

When Qiu Dashan heard this, he walked out quickly. Standing on the platform for a while, Qiu Dashan looked solemn: "This time they are really attacking the city." "Compared to now, the first few days were completely at home.

Tie Kui's expression was also not good-looking, and said: "General, I don't feel that something is quite right?" General, is there any news from Anzhou?" It's all just speculation on their part now.

Qiu Dashan shook his head and said, "No." ”

Tie Kui said with some concern: "General, Yu Baojia has always been on guard against us. If there is any situation, he will hide it and not tell us. ”

These Qiu Dashan naturally knew: "Don't worry. No matter how fierce their offensive is, they won't be able to break Fuyang. In the past two years, she has strengthened and heightened the city walls of Fuyang, and he has rebuilt a lot of the city. Du Zheng wanted to break through Fuyang with the strength in his hands, but it was impossible.

Tie Kui shook his head and said, "Under normal circumstances, I am naturally not afraid. "I'm afraid there will be an accident.

Qiu Dashan was also worried in his heart, but he didn't show it. Qiu Dashan pretended to be relaxed and said: "What can be the accident? Behind us is Su Hang, which is Yu Baojia's lair." If something goes wrong with me, he's in danger himself. No matter what, Yu Baojia will not put himself in danger. ”

Tie Kui nodded.

After lunch, Tie Kui and Qiu Dashan were discussing in the army, when they suddenly heard a chaotic sound outside. Tie Kui said: "General, I'll go over and take a look." ”

Qiu Dashan lowered his head and said, "Well, you go!"

Without waiting for Tie Kui to go out, Qiu Dashan's henchman Yu Xin opened the curtain and ran in, and said with a panicked face: "General, it's not good, I don't know why a large number of cavalry suddenly appeared in the city." These cavalrymen entered the city like madmen and killed people on sight, and they had already killed many of us. "In fact, the cavalry did not kill people when they saw them, they picked up their swords and cut them when they saw them wearing military uniforms.

Tie Kui was stunned for a moment, and said, "How is it possible? How did these cavalry from the northwest bypass the defense line to the rear of Fuyang?"

Qiu Dashan was about to go out, but was stopped by Tie Kui: "General, I'll go out and see the situation." ”

Hearing this, Qiu Dashan shook his head and said, "I want to see it in person." "No matter how powerful the cavalry is, they can't do anything to him.

Cui Mo knew everything about the situation in Fuyang City, so he entered through the north gate, where the defense was weakest, and then led four thousand cavalry to kill in the direction of the city wall. As Yu Xin said, they killed the enemy when they saw it. However, as long as they lose their weapons or run to high places, they will not dismount and kill.

Standing on a high place, Qiu Dashan looked at the cavalry that had suppressed countless numbers of black pressure, and he knew that Fuyang could not hold it. Qiu Dashan scolded angrily: "A group of wine bags and rice bags. "The cavalry went around behind them, and no one knew about it.

Tie Kui said: "General, I'm afraid Yu Baojia won't tell us if he knows." He was afraid that we would get the news, and he would retreat without a fight, just like the men under her. ”

Qiu Dashan didn't speak, but he agreed with Tie Kui's words.

Zhang Xingrong said: "General, let's retreat! That turtle grandson didn't care about our life or death at all, and denied that it was impossible for us to be so passive. General, we can't lose our lives for that turtle grandson. Although Zhang Xingrong is reckless, he is not a timid person who is afraid of death. But to die for the sake of guarding Fuyang would be too unjust.

Tie Kui said very calmly: "General, Du Zheng bluffed a few days ago, but today's offensive is so fierce, I'm afraid they have already discussed it." General, we can't hold Fuyang. General, let's withdraw as soon as possible!"

Qiu Dashan sneered: "Everyone works together, and we guard against each other here." It is a miracle not to lose such a battle. "If they are prepared, the cavalry will not be able to enter Fuyang City. It's a pity that Yu Baojia concealed the news and didn't tell him. In this case, there is no need for him to stick to Fuyang.

Tie Kui said: "General, you and General Zhang leave first, and I will break off." "Zhang Xingrong has been injured, and the only candidate left behind is him. Instead of waiting for Qiu Dashan to speak, it was better for him to take the initiative.

Qiu Dashan did not refuse, if there was no one in charge to escape together, Fuyang City would be broken in the fastest time. At that time, they may not be able to retreat safely: "Kuizi, I'm waiting for you in Shandong." "He is ready to withdraw directly to Shandong. Since Yu Baojia is unkind, don't blame him for not doing his best.

Tie Kui stood up straight and said, "General, if I can't go back, please take care of my wife and children." "In fact, after Tie Kui stayed, he did risk his life. Because he wasn't sure if Du Zheng and Cui Mo knew that he was his own person. If the two didn't know, he might die in Fuyang.

Qiu Dashan patted Tie Kui's shoulder heavily and said, "Don't worry about this." As long as I'm here, no one can bully them. ”

An hour later, the city of Fuyang was broken. Tie Kui led his troops to resist for another hour, and then abandoned the city with the remnants of the army and fled to Huaizhou.

Cui Mo knew that Tie Kui had escaped, and said to Du Zheng: "I'll go and get those Wang Ba Lambs back." "Arresting Tie Kui, Qiu Dashan and others is a real victory.

Du Zheng didn't refuse, but just asked: "In addition to asking you to assist me in attacking Fuyang, the prince has other explanations." ”

Cui Mo shook his head and said, "No." Du Zheng said: "These days, you are traveling day and night, people and horses have to rest, you still eat early to rest." As for Qiu Dashan and the others, I will send someone to chase them. ”

Cui Mo said, "Those people of yours are not as fast as us?" said so, but Cui Mo was a little strange. If it had been before, Du Zheng would definitely have approved of his plan with both hands. Unexpectedly, after not seeing each other for a few years, Du Zheng's actions have changed a little.

Du Zheng said: "I know. But you don't look at what you look like now, your eyes are all bloodshot, and you should rest like this, not chase the deserters. Listen to me, hurry up and eat and go to rest. ”

Cui Mo didn't think much about it when he heard this, nodded and said, "Then listen to you." "These days, they are working day and night, and they are really tired. Fall down and sleep for three days and three nights.

Du Zheng didn't let Cui Mo go after Tie Kui, firstly, for Cui Mo's safety. After all, it is indeed dangerous to hunt down at night, and secondly, I don't want Tie Kui to escape smoothly. Because Du Zheng knew that Tie Kui was his own person. Letting Tie Kui escape back is more useful than catching him.

Tie Kui met Qiu Dashan in Mengxian at noon the next day. The armor was too heavy to escape, and Tie Kui threw it away on the way, but the clothes he was wearing were torn and wounded, and he looked very embarrassed.

Without saying a word, when he saw Qiu Dashan, he called the general, and Tie Kui fell.

Qiu Dashan settled Tie Kui and asked Yan Kai, "How did you escape the enemy's cavalry?"

Yan Kai said: "Our general was afraid that the cavalry would chase him, so he walked the path in the dark, and only then did he pick up a life." ”

Qiu Dashan didn't ask any more questions.