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Chapter 755: Survive to Death

To the north of the Raena Valley, General Zhang Shangtu, Guide, led 50,000 light cavalry to prepare to arrive at the station before noon. The team in the north was commanded by Miao Tieshan, the Marquis of Zhoushan. He did not come in person when he went to Miao Tieshan to miao Tieshan this time, but asked his deputy Zhang Shangtu to lead the army. Zhang Shangtu is the deputy governor of the Anbei Protectorate Office. He worked with Miao Tieshan for nine years and was his confidant assistant. If the encirclement of Badai's troops was successful, the general who led the team would definitely have made great contributions. Fan Changsheng suggested that Miao Tieshan let Zhang Shangtu lead the team and give the contribution to Zhang Shangtu.

Fan Changsheng listed several benefits of doing this to Miao Tieshan: First, although the consortium of Badai tribe made great contributions, it was not enough to increase the title of Miao Tieshan again, and some money was not necessary to pay attention to Miao Tieshan; Second, Zhang Shangtu was Miao Tieshan's deputy, and the two got along well, this time the credit could make Zhang Shangtu from viscount to earl, or even become a marquis. If Zhang Shangtu could be promoted, he would be grateful to him; Third, Miao Tieshan was nearly 60 years old, and after this northern expedition, it was estimated that he would have to retreat from the position of the governor of Anbei to the Sixteen Guards or the Taiwei Mansion to the elderly, and Zhang Shangtu was eight years younger than him, so it is very likely that

As the position of governor of Anbei, Miao Tieshan operates the Anbei Protectorate for nearly 20 years. Various interests have been established and people are in a state of disgrace. There will definitely be a cleanup. If Zhang Shang succeeds to the throne, he will definitely take care of the situation in previous years. Fourth, there will inevitably be risks in fighting between the two armies. Badai tribe has nearly 50,000 soldiers who control strings. If he fights to the death, he may kill 1,000 enemies and lose 800. If the Badai tribe escapes and touches the emperor's bad luck, he will be punished. It is not worth the loss for Miao Tieshan. There is no need to take this risk. Besides, marching in ice and snow is not easy for Miao Tieshan. It is better to let young people do it for them.

Miao Tieshan was doing good and assigned important tasks to Zhang Shangtu. Zhang Shangtu was a long-time general, so he naturally understood the opportunities and risks and did not dare to delay the march. Finally, he arrived at the assembly place designated by the commander on time. The rest of the people was not determined, and a detective cavalry reported that the Badai tribe organized more than 10,000 light cavalry to break out to the west, and was fighting fiercely with Zhu Jinfeng tribe.

The north garrison was more than twenty miles apart from the west garrison. Wang Keming originally intended that the army would build a simple fortification along the way after arriving. Combined with the scattered reconnaissance cavalry, the Badai tribe could surround the Badai tribe within a radius of hundreds of miles. At that time, no matter which direction the Badai tribe broke through, the army could reach the battlefield at any time. However, when the army first arrived, the Badai tribe chose to break through forcibly, which made the Zheng army somewhat inadequately prepare.

When the generals of Zhang Shangtu's troops heard that the Badai tribe chose to break through the west, they could not sit still. The war was just for military merits. If they were on the defense ground in the north and the Badai tribe did not pass by here, wouldn't it be a waste of hard work and no contribution was achieved?

The generals asked Zhang Shangtu to fight one after another, and there were many beloved generals from Miao Tieshan. Zhang Shangtu was a little overwhelmed, but he knew that a rash attack would cause a gap in the encirclement. If Badai tribe escaped from the north, he would not be able to afford to be guilty.

Forcedly ordered his subordinates to rest and wait for the order, Zhang Shangtu continued to send reconnaissance cavalry to investigate the situation of the war in the west and to detect the movements of the Badai team's troops. After noon, the reconnaissance cavalry brought news that 50,000 or 60,000 people from the Badai team broke through the northwest direction, hoping to pass through the gap between the north and west bases.

Zhang Shangtu no longer hesitated and sent a general order, ordering 15,000 people to garrison, waiting for the baggage and infantry sent by the commander. He personally led 35,000 light cavalry to attack the fleeing Badai tribe.

Leblin penetrated the Zheng army, and only 8,000 light cavalry left. Seeing Zheng army busy building fortifications in the distance, Leblin did not forcefully break through, but instead joined most of the people in the northwest as Su Luman explained in advance. Zhu Jinfeng found that the Mo cavalry did not break through as expected. He was very anxious and ordered to chase him closely.

In less than a quarter of an hour, the Leblin tribe and Suluman met. Seeing that nearly half of the 13,000 light cavalry were damaged, Sulu was heartbroken and asked, "Where is Lu Yatao? Is he dead?"

"This wolf cub fled east with the people from Naipu's army. I saw Zheng Jun split up a unit to chase him." Lebrin gasped. After a fight, these light cavalry were very tired.

At this time, Zhu Jinfeng's pursuit

The soldiers had arrived, and the 35,000 light horse hooves led by Zhang Shangtu were like thunder, like two iron pliers toward Badai's tribe. Hearing the sound of horse hooves, the members were panicked, and Su Luman shouted: "Arrowman is ready, shoot me."

The rain of arrows intertwined again, and the unarmed tribes rushed to escape in the rain of arrows, and the cattle and sheep fled everywhere. The Badai tribe was in chaos. Seeing that the light cavalry beside him were also scrambled by the cattle and sheep, Su Luman knew that the hope of the final counterattack was gone.

"Retreat." The sound of trumpet sounded, and the light cavalry withdrew to the former resident with Su Luman, leaving the panicked troops behind. Seeing the Zheng army approaching with machetes, the Badai tribes did not care about cattle and sheep supplies at this time, and fled back with Su Luman. Zheng army gathered in front of the desert cavalry, but the pursuit was blocked by herds of cattle and sheep.

The entire battle situation became chaotic, and the neighing sound of cattle and sheep could not be conveyed. Five or 60,000 people were crowded in one place. Zhu Jinfeng and Zhang Shangtu met. The two discussed and decided to temporarily withdraw the troops. The sound of gongs sounded, and the Zheng army held down the war horses one after another. Zhu Jinfeng ordered to collect the cattle and sheep supplies left by the Badai tribe and return to the garrison.

The Seruge River was frozen hard, and Haogulun and Kumanr crossed the ice with 25,000 light cavalry. This place was more than ten miles from the north of the Zheng army. It was said that the Zheng army was going to send a reconnaissance cavalry, but at this moment the garrison was focused on the battle in the northwest, and no one noticed that there was a mistress breaking through here.

When 25,000 people crossed the Serug River, Haogulun finally looked back at the direction of the Raena Valley. He knew that this parting would be difficult to meet his father Khan again. The golden seal in his arms was heavy, which was the hope of the Badai tribe. Haogulun turned his head, waved his horse whip, and galloped towards the front of the queue.

On the south of the Raena Valley, Wang Keming had already set up simple fortifications and the tent supported it. The information about Zhu Jinfeng's army and Zhang Shangtu fighting with the Moqi who broke through the siege came in a flowing stream. Wang Keming breathed a sigh of relief. He was most worried that the Badai army had obtained news in advance and broke through and left. Now it seems that the fish have fallen into the net, and the rest is fishing.

"The order was sent to Zhu Jinfeng and Zhang Shangtu to restrain their subordinates, and temporarily withdraw their troops and set up camps. They set up a watchtower every half of the mile to prevent the Badai tribe from escaping and waiting for the commander's military order." As the commander, Wang Keming had to consider more comprehensively. Now that the four armies have arrived at the garrison, they must consider the greatest victory at the lowest cost. Moreover, the four divisions participated in the war, and their contributions would be focused, but each division must consider them on a large scale.

In the early days, Wang Keming's orders were passed to Zhu Jinfeng and Zhang Shangtu's troops. The two troops returned to the garrison happily with the captured cattle and sheep supplies. The civil service of Sima and the army were very busy in the army, busy registering the military achievements of the soldiers, and the army was ready to reward the three armies. So many cattle and sheep were enough.

Jiang Anyi and eight personal guards beheaded 22, of which Lu Yahao was the leader of a thousand cavalry and several hundred cavalry. This resulted in great contribution. Except for Lu Yahao, Jiang Anyi gave all other contributions to Huang Zhu and others. After this battle, eight personal guards could be promoted to two levels. Huang Zhu might be able to become the seventh-rank Zhiguo lieutenant in one fell swoop. He made great contributions on the battlefield and was promoted very quickly. If the imperial examination was to be the seventh-rank county magistrate without more than ten years of hardship.

In contrast to the joy of Zheng's army, the Badai tribe was wailing everywhere. Su Luman brought the remaining 13,000 light cavalry and 40,000 troops back to his former garrison and fought with the Zheng army. The blood-grabbing team of Luyatao's troops disappeared, more than 2,000 light cavalry and more than 5,000 tribes were killed and captured, and most of the cattle and sheep were lost, and the enemy was on all sides. The Badai tribe had reached its end.

In the temporary tent, Su Luman seemed to be twenty years old, sitting dejectedly on the ground, staring blankly at the mouth of the tent without saying a word. The outside of the tent was arguing loudly, and someone asked to see him. The guard leader Baer and his guard were guarding the bullets outside.

After a long time, Sulu sighed and said sadly: "It's over, the Badai tribe is ruined in my hands. I didn't expect that Suluman would have a day of desperate situation. If I had known this, it would be better to join Liman. At least these people can have peace, and I would be sorry to them."

The leader of the Wanqin Cavalry, Lelinbu, stood silently beside him and heard the voice: "The Khan should not be too sad. The Great Prince has already left with the elite troops in the tribe. With these 25,000 warriors here, the Badai tribe can spread its wings and fly high again like an eagle. The Zheng army did not order an attack, and it should only launch an attack tomorrow. We still have more than 10,000 warriors. After taking it tonight, the Khan took us out. As long as the Khan can escape and find the Great Prince and the others, the tribe will prosper again."

Suluman's eyes flashed and then dimmed, saying, "Even if I can escape, what should these tribes do? I am the Khan of the Badai tribe. I cannot leave these people who trust me. I want to be with them."

Lelinbu said anxiously: "Khan, I am in a hurry to follow the power, as long as..."

Suluman waved his hand and signaled Lelinbu not to say anything else. He stood up and said, "I have decided. Go and call the leaders of those small tribes in, and call Baer in too. I have something to explain."

Lelinbu stomped his feet hatefully and turned around and came out of the tent. After a moment, the tent was filled with the leaders of the small tribe, looking at Su Luman with sad eyes.

Suluman cheered up and said, "The Zheng army has surrounded the Badai tribe. The Badai tribe is over. I, Suluman, are sorry to everyone."

The tent boiled everywhere, "Shank you, let's break through at night, count as much as you can", "The cattle and sheep are gone, and even if you escape, you will not be able to survive. It's better to surrender the people of Zheng", "Where have Haogulun and others gone, why are there many fewer warriors in the tribe?", "I said at the beginning that I shouldn't come to Raena"...

Sulu listened quietly to the clamor for a while before saying, "Haogulun took 25,000 warriors away from the Seruge River."

As soon as he finished speaking, someone shouted loudly: "Why did the Khan take us to the northwest? Is it that we want us to attract the attention of Zheng Jun and let Haogulun and the others escape. Do you treat us as cattle and sheep?"

Baer pulled out the scimitar from his waist and shouted coldly: "Who dares to be rude to Da Khan? Have you forgotten the fate of Hemada?"

As the crowd calmed down, Suluman said to Baerer: "Baerer, put away the knife. I am Suluman, I am sorry to everyone, but I do this to preserve the fire of the Badai tribe. I Suluman will give everyone an explanation, everyone will listen to me."

Everyone's eyes fell on Su Luman, and Su Luman swallowed dryly and said, "Zheng Army should launch an attack tomorrow. Tonight is the last chance. If anyone is willing to get up, you might as well take your subordinates to break through tonight. In the future, the sky and the sea are wide, so you can do it."

Leblin and Baer's faces changed, but someone showed joy. Suluman continued: "Leblin, Baer, ​​tomorrow you will take my head and surrender to the Zheng army, and find a way out for the remaining troops."

Lebrin and Baer were so shocked that they fell to their knees and cried: "Khan, we are willing to fight to the death to protect you from running away. Khan should not talk about life and death."

Suluman smiled bitterly and said, "I am the Khan of the Badai tribe. The Badai tribe is facing destruction. As the Khan king, how can you survive in vain? It's just for the remaining tribes that you have to surrender to the Zheng people. It's me, Suluman, I'm sorry to you."

Baer's tiger's eyes were filled with tears and he choked and said, "Berer's life was saved by the Great Khan. I am willing to follow the Great Khan to go to heaven."

Leblin also cried and said, "Great Khan, why should Leblin die? I am willing to protect the Khan from breaking through. Our troops still have more than 10,000 warriors, and we will definitely break through after fighting hard."

When they heard that Su Luman was willing to exchange his head for everyone’s safety, the leaders remembered the benefits of Su Luman’s daily life and knelt down on one knee and said, “I wish to break through with the Khan.”

Su Luman's face showed a passion and said with a sigh: "Since you are willing to die with me, let us fight to the death in the end. If we can escape, it will be a blessing. If we cannot escape, we will cut off Su Luman's head and surrender to the Zheng army. Kill the remaining cattle and sheep, let the warriors have a full meal, feed the warriors, and we will break through in the middle of the night."
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