Chapter 5 Heart Wars
Fusu returned to the army, rested for a while in the middle of the night, and then summoned the Qin generals to gather together in the early morning.
When the generals saw Fusu safely return, they put down a big stone in their hearts and couldn't help but congratulate each other. Fusu responded briefly and said, "I see that there are countless refugees and beggars in the waste city, trapped in the cold and hunger every day, and dozens of people died of hunger and cold every day. Also, the traditional Chinese medicine in the city has long been eliminated, and the Wei army's wounded soldiers have no cure to cure them, and countless people died of injuries and festering every day. I feel very unbearable, so I want to withdraw the siege for a day and let the people and wounded soldiers in the waste city leave the city voluntarily. What do you think?"
When the generals heard this, they looked at each other and were shocked. Before Wang Ben and Li Xin could reply, one Zuo Geng said: "Your Majesty, you must not. Since the war in Qin, we have never heard of the fierce battle between the two armies, and when there is a fierce battle between the two armies, we will open the Internet and let go of the military and civilians of the enemy country. Please think twice!"
A captain said, "Yes, lord. If you do this, don't tell me whether the king will blame you if you know. And it would be fine if you release the people of the abandoned city. But the Wei army in the abandoned city killed countless Qin soldiers. How could they release their wounded soldiers??"
Fusu frowned, kowtowed the case in front of him, turned around and asked Wang Ben and Li Xin, "General Wang, General Li, what do you think?"
Wang Ben thought about it, and a sharp voice appeared in his eyes and said, "Young Master, marching and fighting cannot be said to be kind. Our army has always been the case that surrenders will not be investigated. Those who resist will kill their people after the city is broken. There has never been a saying that the enemy's military and civilians will be released during wartime. Now our army is missing more than 10,000 troops under the abandoned city, which is a rare casualty in recent years. If the refugees are released and the soldiers are injured, the morale of the army will be difficult to calm down!"
Fusu calmly looked at Li Xin again. Li Xin hesitated and said, "Although what General Wang and others said is reasonable, the Lord may not necessarily imply a better idea. It is better for the Lord to explain in detail to explain the doubts of the generals!"
Fu Gong nodded in his heart: Wang Ben is too tough and murderous, but Li Xin is more stable than him. Maybe it was because he learned a lesson when discussing politics the day before yesterday.
Fusu knocked on the case, organized a few words, and said seriously: "Everyone in the world said that our Qin army was cruel, and feared our army more than respect. This is very bad. The ancients said: "The king is invincible," 'Those who win the hearts of the people will win the world'. With force, you can conquer the body of a country's people, but it is difficult to conquer the hearts of a country. In the past, when Shang Tang conquers Jie and Zhou Wu conquers Shang Zhou, the people all came to work hard. Not only did they say that Xia Jie, the army of Shang Zhou surrendered when they saw the wind and surrender, and countless people turned against each other. But our army, until now, has they seen such a grand occasion in the enemy country's military?" When the generals heard this, they were silent: When the military and civilians of various countries saw the Qin army coming, they either rushed to the wind or fought to the death. How could the military and civilians be happy and surrendered happily!?
Fusu continued: "It can be seen that simply using force to attack the enemy country is not the best way. Sometimes it is still worthy of both kindness and power, and this effect may be better. Although the six Kanto countries have fought with our Qin Kingdom for hundreds of years, they are all descendants of Yan and Huang, the people of China, and their compatriots who are willing to kill each other. How can I bear it? I decided to let go of the people of the abandoned city and the wounded soldiers:
First, this move can show that our army is a benevolent and righteous army, changing the old view of our army's brutality in the past, so that our army will reduce a lot of unnecessary resistance when attacking various countries in the future.
Second, in the abandoned city, although there is a shortage of food and medical treatment, the people's hearts are stable and the army's morale is effective. If our army releases the people and the wounded soldiers, it can not only swear the kindness of our army, but also play a role in dispersing the resistance of the army and the civilians of the abandoned city, which will help our army break the city.
This method can be called 'psychological warfare', similar to the effect of Sun Tzu's "suppressing the enemy without fighting" in the Art of War. Do you still have any opinions?"
In fact, Fusu still has another reason not to say: this move can win the hearts of beautiful people! This trick of stones is enough to make Fusu extraordinary wisdom!
The generals looked at each other after hearing this. For the Qin army, who were more scheming, this theory was relatively new, but it made some sense to think about it. Wang Ben hesitated and said, "What the Lord said is indeed quite reasonable, but will the Wei army accept it?"
Fusu smiled and said, "They can do it, I am sure!" With Zhao Tierenyi's heart, he would never let innocent people survive and die together with the poor wounded soldiers and the abandoned city.
Wang Ben nodded and said, "Okay, then let me listen to you!"
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Outside the abandoned city, the smoke from the cooking stove had not yet dissipated, but the wind in the winter was gradually getting colder. A soldier from the Wei army was staring at the distance with great energy and loyally defending his home.
Suddenly, a fast horse rushed towards the Qin army camp in the north of the city. A Qin army soldier was sitting upright and headed straight for the first trench defense line of the Wei army. The sound of horse hooves seemed particularly clear in the morning and was immediately discovered by the Wei army's watchtower.
"With the Qin army, it may be a revenge, and the crossbowmen are ready!" The Wei army on the tower quickly sent a signal. The Wei army in the trench jumped up when they heard the order. The soldiers in black armor and red clothes quickly set off their bows and arrows, pointing the attack's edge to the north.
Suddenly, the Qin army soldiers who were rushing to shoot a small white flag two hundred steps away from the Wei army and shouted: "Don't shoot arrows, Wu'an Jun of our country has a letter to send to General Wu of your country!"
The Wei soldiers were stunned for a moment. A second lieutenant waved his hand. The Wei soldiers plucked the bow string, but the arrow was still on the string, maintaining sufficient vigilance. After a while, the Qin soldiers rushed to the trench, turned over and dismounted, took out a brocade box and placed it on the ground more than ten steps in front of the trench, then got on the horse again, and galloped back quickly.
A Wei army climbed out of the trench and ran forward to retrieve the brocade box, and then returned to the trench. After a while, he rode a fast horse and ran back to the abandoned city.
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In the hall of the general's mansion in the deserted city, several people sat upright, and the one in the center was General Wu Haoyue. He was thirty-year-old, with a burly figure, a national face, a beard, a pair of long eyes, and a black refined armor. He was completely a standard and powerful soldier.
On his right head was a young general, with a beast helmet, square face and thick eyebrows, which was Zhao Tie.
In the lower head were four Wei army commanders, all of whom were cold-faced and fiercely-faced generals.
Wu Haoyue looked at the bamboo slips in her hand and said hesitantly: "The Qin army said that she would withdraw the siege for one day and let go of the people and wounded soldiers in the city. How credible do you think is it?"
A commander responded and said, "General, the Qin army has always been cruel and cannot be so kind. If the people and wounded soldiers want to leave the city, they will be killed by the Qin army. The general must not fall into the trap!"
Another commander also said: "That is, even if the Qin army is sincere, our army will not agree. Once the people and the wounded soldiers leave the city, the morale of the army will inevitably collapse, and it will be even more difficult to hold on to the abandoned city. Therefore, we do not agree!"
Wu Haoyue looked at Zhao Tie and said with a serious expression: "Tie'er, what do you think? What is the intention of the Qin army's move?"
Zhao Tie knew that this must be Fusu's plan. Although he knew that Fusu's plan was not all goodwill, the temptation that could save countless people from abandoned cities and wounded soldiers was still unstoppable to Zhao Tie, who was kind.
Zhao Tie then said, "Father, this move of the Qin army will not be a plan. I have some understanding of Fusu, which is also kind-hearted and has been well-received in Qin State. He will definitely not kill people and wounded soldiers out of the city. In addition, food in the city is gradually lacking. If a large number of people and wounded soldiers are released, a large amount of food can be saved, which will help our army stay for a longer time. The most important thing is that after letting go of those who are not strong in the city, the rest are loyal and righteous people who are determined to resist violence, which will help everyone to fight against Qin together! Please observe the above points!"
Wu Haoyue thought for a while and said resolutely: "Tie'er said it is right. I have been guarding the abandoned city for many years and defending the capital, but I have not benefited much for the people of the abandoned city. Now that the two armies are fighting, it is the responsibility of our soldiers to defend the enemy outside the country's gates. How can innocent people and the abandoned city coexist? I will order that those who are willing to leave the city can prepare quickly today. Tomorrow tomorrow, I will open the four gates so that the people and the wounded soldiers will find their own way!"
Seeing that Wu Haoyue had made a decision, the generals quickly stood up and said, "Here!"
Looking at the figures of the generals retreating, Zhao Tie took a long breath and said to himself: "Come on, Cheng Feng, let us decide the winner without any worries!"
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After the military order was passed, the ancient abandoned city suddenly became restless: some people cheered and were glad to escape from death; some were confused and did not know whether the Qin army's actions were good or evil; some were difficult to leave their hometowns, and they vowed to live and die together with their homeland. For a time, the people were in chaos, and the family often quarreled because of different opinions, and the city was very lively!
Compared with the chaotic and noisy people, the wounded soldiers seemed much calmer. Out of the sense of responsibility of the soldiers and respect for General Wu Haoyue, almost no wounded soldiers were willing to escape, and most of them chose to stay and live and die with the abandoned city.
The situation was reported to Wu Haoyue and Zhao Tie. They were moved and went to the wounded camp to persuade the wounded soldiers.
The two entered the wounded camp, and the wounded soldiers with heavy expressions surrounded them, and everyone said with a resolute look on their faces: "General, we won't leave!" "Yes, we swear to live and die with the abandoned city!" "Whoever leaves is not the man of Wei!"...
Wu Haoyue and Zhao Tie were very moved when they saw this. Wu Hao raised his face and waved his hand. The wounded soldiers gradually calmed down.
Wu Haoyue's eyes were filled with tears and she said with emotion: "Brothers, be quiet. I know that brothers are real men and do not want to escape in the face of battle. However, you are all wounded soldiers. You have all fulfilled your duties as soldiers and have shed hot blood to defend the abandoned city. Now, you have lost your combat power. If you continue to stay, it will be useless to die alone. Everyone should go, remember, this is not a discussion, this is a military order!"
Zhao Tie also said, "Brothers, let's go. You have done your best. Your departure now will not damage the dignity of the soldiers. And after you leave, the brothers we left behind can better fight the Qin army with bloody battles!"
The wounded soldiers cried when they heard this, knelt down and bowed a few times to Wu Wuyue, then staggered and packed their simple clothes and prepared to leave.
The next morning, the four gates of the Wucheng were already wide open. The Wei army sent a deceased to inquire and then reported that the Qin army besieged the Wucheng and had indeed withdrawn from the camp, and no Qin army guarded each avenue. Only then did the people and the wounded soldiers feel relieved. At that moment, the brave ones left first, and after a long time, there was no accident. Then the people who followed them left the Wucheng one after another and defected to their relatives and friends.
By the evening, in such a large abandoned city, except for more than 20,000 Wei troops, there were less than 5,000 people willing to live and die with the abandoned city!
As the sunset fell, the Qin army's siege was restored, surrounding the abandoned city again!
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The sky gradually darkened, and Fusu was anxiously waiting for the news of Xiaochunfeng in the camp, which seemed to be restless. Huo Feng and others were strange. Qingluan asked: "Young Master, are you waiting for news in such a hurry? Or are you waiting for someone?"
Fusu hesitated and said, "Waiting for someone!" Wuxin was puzzled and asked in confusion: "Who are you waiting for? Is there a special envoy in Xianyang coming?"
Fusu shook his head and said, "No, I'm waiting for an old friend of Wei!" "Old friend!?" Wu Xin and others looked at each other, obviously confused. For a moment, they didn't expect that Fusu would have an old friend in Wei!
Fusu nodded with a smile and said, "It's an old friend, you all know each other! But you may not guess who it is?" Su Xue Bingxue was smart, and her head was filled with a flash of inspiration, and she smiled and said, "But the talented Wei girl I met in Yan State laughed at everyone?"
Fusu was stunned for a moment, looking at Suxue and suddenly smiled, pointed at Suxue and nodded, "Suxue, you are really smart. Tell me, why is it her?" Suxue smiled and said, "I just saw the young master sitting and lying in peace and lying in his eyes, the person waiting must be the young master's confidant. And how many old friends in Wei we know? Is it just the one who laughs at everyone! I can't guess it out, but the young master is still mysterious!"
Everyone suddenly realized and laughed for a moment, but Huo Feng and the other four were obviously a little jealous in their eyes.
Fusu pretended to be annoyed and said, "Okay, Suxue, you dare to laugh at me, see if I won't deal with you!" As he said that, he swung his arms, rolled up his sleeves, and stared at Suxue's itch.
When no one was gone, the relationship between Fusu and Wuxin, Huofeng and others has always been very harmonious and casual!
Su Xue was shocked, and chuckled and flashed behind Huo Feng. Just as Fusu was about to pursue the victory, she suddenly heard someone outside the account report: "Your Majesty, there are three girls who hold the token of your account and ask for a meeting outside the account!"
Fusu's expression turned stern when he heard this, and immediately returned to normal. He responded: "Please come in quickly!" "Here!"
After a while, three figures of Niao Niao came in from the curtain opening. The first one was not Xiao Chunfeng and who was the one!
Fusu took a few steps, held Xiaochun's hands, and said happily: "Chunfeng, why are you here now? I'm so anxious to wait!" Xiaochunfeng smiled sweetly, and the room seemed to be filled with the fragrance of flowers blooming like a summer garden. He said in a sweet voice: "Young Master is anxious to wait? But if you don't see the young master keeping your promise, how could the spring breeze come as promised!"
Fusu smiled bitterly and said, "Originally, Chunfeng still didn't believe me!" Xiao Chunfeng said angrily, "Who told you to deceive me so hard when you were in Yan State, so what if you let you wait!" Everyone laughed at me when they heard this!
Fusu called out awkwardly and said, "Isn't it inconvenient to be able to be aware of identity at that time? Haha, I'm here to have dinner. I waited for Chunfeng so hard, but I haven't eaten dinner yet! Chunfeng has never been useful, let's eat together!" Xiao Chunfeng nodded with a smile.
The atmosphere at dinner was harmonious. Huo Feng and others saw that Xiao Chunfeng followed Fusu was a foregone conclusion, so they had no choice but to accept it.
After dinner, Fusu said to Xiao Chunfeng: "Chunfeng, now in the army, you have no status, which is very inconvenient. And a war is about to break out, I will take care of you without flaws. I want a team of soldiers to send you back to Lingyan Pavilion in Xianyang. Are you willing?"
Xiao Chunfeng was stunned for a moment, as if considering this, nodded reluctantly.
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The next day, after Fusu sent Xiaochunfeng away, he immediately ordered the drum to raise the tent and gathered to discuss matters.
The snare drum rumbled, and the three-way drums were over, and the generals gathered together and stood on both sides.
Fusu was energetic, solemn, murderous intent, and majestic look. Seeing this, the generals were excited and knew that the war was about to begin, and they all fought bravely and wanted to seize the pioneer!
Fusu looked at the generals and said in a deep voice: "You guys, I am familiar with the deployment of the abandoned city now. It's time to take down the abandoned city!"
Wang Ben was overjoyed when he heard this, saying, "Do you have a good plan? You haven't listened attentively!"
Fusu smiled and said, "With the strict defense of the abandoned city, it is difficult to break the city defense with the general offensive method, so we have to adopt some unique methods! Come and get the sand table!"
The four central troops trotted all the way up the sand table, then bowed and retreated. Fusu walked down the Shuai Case and pointed to the west, south and north sides of the waste city: "The Wei army has arranged three lines of defense in front and back in these three sides, which can support each other, and its defense is extremely fierce. To break through these three sides of defense, our army must think of methods in terms of mobility, defense and attack power.
Only with excellent maneuverability can we pass through the attack surface in front of the Wei army trench as quickly as possible and attack the Wei army trench with the least casualties.
Only with excellent defense can we better protect our soldiers in the face of offensives such as the Wei army's catapults, arrow rain, and hexagonal nails, so that our army has sufficient troops to be able to use.
Similarly, you must have strong attack power so that you can quickly and effectively annihilate the Wei army and withstand the counterattack of the Wei army after attacking the enemy's defense line, rather than being beaten back by the Wei army!
From these three aspects I have just talked about, what do you think?”
Li Xin reacted the fastest and said anxiously: "The three aspects that the Lord has just talked about are the cavalry. Could it be that the Lord is the one who wants to do this?" He is worthy of being a cavalry genius, and he really reacts quickly.
Fusu nodded and said, "It's right. Although the 'Pojun' I brought and General Li's five thousand headquarters are new cavalry that have been formed in recent years, they are only barely competent in terms of mobility and attack power, and lack a lot of defense. Especially our soldiers do not like armor and take it as a burden. In the face of the Wei army's defense like a copper wall, it is like a fish board on a chopping board at slaughter!"
Although the generals were a little angry when they heard this, it was also true. In the face of the dense rain of arrows, stone rain and the hexagonal nails everywhere, the Qin infantry and old-style cavalry failed to attack repeatedly, and the casualties were heavy. The miserable scenes of the generals were vivid in their minds!
Fusu continued: "So, if we want to strengthen our army's defense, we must strengthen our armor. The existing leather armor is not suitable for use, and we must choose excellent blacksmiths from Nanyang, South Korea to create an invulnerable iron armored cavalry!"
Chapter completed!