Chapter 121
When the Qin and Wei army mostly fell asleep in the temporary camps, General Wang Jian was not tired at all. Although it was early summer, in the northern weather, it was still a little cool in the second half of the night. He was no longer the fierce spirit of the dragon and tiger when he was young. He felt the coolness in the wind and couldn't help but tighten his clothes.
After removing his armor, the famous Qin general had dry and gray hair and a bit thin. If he hadn't been walking around the field by the army, he would have thought he was just an ordinary farmer.
Wang Jian is famous for his cautiousness when using troops. Many opponents who were once defeated by him have to admit that he is almost unmatched in the meticulous and cunning aspects of planning. Therefore, Wang Jian, who is called the "Silver Fox" among the princes, even the most famous general in the world, has a headache against such a person.
The reason why Wang Jian didn't want to fall asleep was of course not because of his concern about the success or failure of tomorrow's war. In his eyes, it was only a matter of time before the conquering Longcheng. Even if the resistance of Zhao's army was tenacious, when the 130,000 army surrounded the royal city, they could not hold on for three or five days.
However, the only reason that made him feel a little worried was that there was a shortage of logistics supply in recent days. In fact, this is impossible. The most fundamental reason is that the army was moving too fast. The people who followed behind were really in short supply. As a famous general who had experienced many wars, Wang Jian certainly understood the hard work of the baggage troops. Therefore, he did not punish him.
Of course, he would not be too forgiving. After all, for such a huge army, logistics supply must not be short. Otherwise, it may shake the morale of the army and even affect the success or failure of the war.
Fortunately, after he sent people to urge him, the materials and food raised from the rear quickly increased their speed and followed the army at any cost. Whether it was the King of Qin or the King of Wei, they all regarded this war extremely important, and no one dared to slack off. The minister in charge of this matter in Wei also specially issued a military order for this. If the war ahead was affected by the subsequent supply error, he would be willing to accept the crime and be punished without complaints!
Nie Yunfeng, the prince in charge of logistics support in Qin, had just escorted a batch of food, grass and weapons and came to the army to take charge. If at this critical moment, any subordinate officials dared to miss this strict prince, the consequences could be imagined, and they would definitely be extremely miserable.
At this moment, the lights were brightly lit in the central army tent. Wang Jian sat cross-legged and was talking with Wei general Che Li and Nie Yunfeng, who had just arrived in the evening. The reason why these two people did not sleep was because of their excitement about approaching Longcheng tomorrow.
"I didn't expect that the people of Zhao would do so amazingly! They can keep the walls and clear the fields within hundreds of miles, and they don't leave a grain of food for us... I don't know which guy came up with this poisonous plan. If I find out who it is after breaking through the Dragon City, I will definitely twist his head off with my own hands!"
When talking about this, Che Li, who was bearded, couldn't help but feel annoyed. He couldn't blame him for running so far, not only did he not rob any wealth, but he didn't even eat a few bites of food from the people of Zhao. Not to mention that he was such a irritable temper, even Wang Jian was so scheming.
"General Che doesn't have to do this! We have a lot of food and grass, and it is being transported continuously from behind. Does the people of Zhao think that doing so can stop the Qin and Wei army from advancing? In my opinion, the people who came up with this idea are simply too naive. They just disturb their people for nothing and make people panic."
The Qin prince Nie Yunfeng is the eldest son of the King of Qin. In addition to his identity, this person also has a certain influence in the army. What he said was that Che Li, who was a general of Wei, was not easy to refute casually. He had to nod and echoed a few words. However, Wang Jian coughed gently, looked at Nie Yunfeng and said.
"Young Master, don't think too simple about things. Although King Zhao died, there are still Fei Yi and Zheng Liancheng and other old guys. They still have a certain ability to resist. This plan to strengthen the walls and clear the fields has more or less affected our army. After all, if we go deep into Zhao, if we cannot get the enemy's support subsidy and rely solely on the transportation from the rear, this matter still has certain risks."
Although Nie Yunfeng has a noble status, he has always had indescribable ambitions. In order to rely on the strength of the army, he has always respected the influential generals very much. Therefore, when he heard what Wang Jian said, he nodded repeatedly and looked very agreeable.
"What the General said is of course very reasonable. But please rest assured. This time the food and supplies mobilized from the rear are very sufficient, and they will all arrive in the army before dawn at the latest. They are enough to ensure that the army can successfully end the Battle of Dragon City! Haha!"
Hearing that he made such a sure guarantee, Wang Jian and Che Li looked at each other, and their faces were involuntarily showing a relaxed expression. Now Qin and Wei are one, attacking Zhao together, and they are not distinguished from each other. Since then, they will be diligent and sufficient supply, and both conveniences are not at ease.
"I'll feel at ease. Tonight I have ordered eight thousand cavalry to take down Pingling Pass. The eldest son can order the person who transports the baggage and transport it directly to Pingling Pass tomorrow. Before the battle of Longcheng ends, there will be the place where the army stores the baggage supplies."
Wang Jian said casually, while the other two nodded frequently, thinking that the location not far from Longcheng was very good. In their subconscious, no matter who it was, they never thought that this small operation of the Qin cavalry would be unexpected.
However, accidents always come when people are most unexpected. Therefore, they are called accidents!
"It's getting late. If there is nothing else, please ask the eldest son and General Cheli to rest. The battle will be tomorrow..."
Before Wang Jian could finish his words, he suddenly heard a rapid sound of horse hooves, breaking through the tranquility of the night. Although it was still far apart, his face changed suddenly.
"Go and check it out quickly...Who dares to gallop in the heavy army!"
The general issued an order, who dared to be negligent! The patrol soldiers who were responsible for guarding the outside rushed there immediately. In just a moment, they brought the person in. Under the light, they could see clearly that it was a captain of the Qin cavalry, with blood on his face. As soon as he came in, he lay on the ground and screamed loudly.
"General..."
Wang Jian held several cases in his hand, and an unknown premonition filled his whole body. In an instant, even he himself felt that his voice had changed.
"What happened? Say it quickly!"
Not only him, Che Li and Nie Yunfeng next to him had already stood up at the same time. Judging from this situation, it must be that the cavalry team that had just set off had a change. Otherwise, the cavalry captain would not be so embarrassed. Sure enough, what they heard later confirmed their premonition.
"Defeated... the cavalry was defeated! General, we encountered a raid from the cavalry of Zhao State... Almost most of the eight thousand Qin cavalry were killed."
The captain climbed up from the ground with difficulty. Only then did everyone see clearly that a big hole was cut on his forehead by a knife, and a featherless arrow was stuck in his left rib, which seemed to be shooting very deeply.
"What did you say! How could this be... Wang Xuanwu? I will kill him so incompetent!"
Wang Jian's face turned ashen. These eight thousand cavalrymen were among the elites of Qin. He didn't believe that they would fail no matter what he said. The first thought that arose in his mind at this moment must have been caused by the command error of Wang Xuanwu, who led the army. If this is true, even his nephew, he would never show mercy!
"General, General Wang... has unfortunately been killed! The remaining brothers desperately snatched his body back and were outside. Please ask the general... to avenge us!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the seriously injured captain could no longer hold on, and he fell to the ground and was furious on the spot. However, he still opened his eyes wide and died with his eyes open.
Wang Jian stood up, came to the lieutenant, reached out to pull out the bloody arrow, and then closed his eyes for him. He didn't say a word, and walked to the door of the tent, but saw two or three hundred miserable cavalrymen around him, waiting for the fall. Looking around, almost everyone was injured, and none of them returned safely.
Then, the famous Qin general lowered his head and saw the corpse lying at his feet. After just a glance, he felt the blood rushing up, and he took a few steps back and almost fainted. Nie Yunfeng, who was following him, hurriedly held it and couldn't help but take a breath of air conditioning.
It's no wonder that Wang Jian was so disobedient because the situation in front of him was so miserable. The cavalry general who was still majestic a few hours ago and was also the best among the nephews of the Wang family in his later life. At this moment, he had turned into a cold headless corpse. To be precise, his head was still there, but it had been completely smashed. It was like a broken big pickled cucumber, shocking.
"Who can tell me...who is the man's method so cruel?!"
Wang Jian felt his heart bleeding. For this war, the price paid by the Wang family was too high! The deaths of two important figures were undoubtedly a heavy blow to the family's strength. He didn't know how he would face the eldest sister-in-law who lost her husband and son at the same time after he went back in the future!
"General, the one who killed General Wang was a young cavalry general from Zhao State. No one knew what his name was... That man was so powerful! He broke into the army from among the thousands of cavalry and rushed directly to General Wang's horse. In just one moment... No one could resist the weight of the long spear!"
The survivor with a gray face whispered to the situation on the battlefield at that time. Even when he looked back now, the Divine Wild boy who fell from the sky was still terrifying.
Chapter completed!