From the tower, Lord Xinling could see about twenty or thirty miles away. The sight was filled with running soldiers and streaks of dust: this should be the Chinese army occupying the position. There were basically no people visible in the distance.

, but the dust is also flying, completely blocking the horizon: the mobilization of the front army is completely invisible. As for the position of the Qin army, we can only listen to the report of the front army. Above a piece of dust, a large banner is flying high: This is

The location of Doctor Jin Bi.

Before the war came, Jin Bi did not stay with the central army. Instead, he found a small settlement with only a few families as close as possible to the front army and erected a large banner there. These small houses were the commanding heights of the surrounding area.

Climbing to the roof, you can clearly see the battle situation in all directions ahead. The former military generals also set up flags and drums here, and issued orders at any time according to Jin Bi's instructions.

Yesterday, General Jin Bi inspected the entire area where the former army was stationed, and gave instructions on the general operations of each unit and the construction points of the trenches. The former general was naturally from the Wei family and did not know much about Jin Bi.

, but seeing that Jin Bi was calm in the face of danger and doing things in an orderly manner, he was happy to leave all the tasks of commanding the battle in Jin Bi's hands, and he only played the role of uploading and issuing orders.

The sentinels reported over and over again, "Qin people lined up", "Qin people had a meal", "Qin people came out of camp". Then they saw dust flying in the distance. Gradually, the earth shook...

Countless flags and countless men and horses stopped a hundred steps away. At this time, the sun was already hanging high in the sky. The Qin people turned their backs to the sun and occupied a favorable side. Not long after, the Qin people shouted in unison: "Wei

The people are coming to fight! The people of Wei are coming to fight!..." The voice reached all the way to where Jin Bi was. The former general glanced at Jin Bi and saw that his face was calm and unconscious.

About half an hour later, the drums of the Qin people's formation were beating loudly, and a group of shield-bearers passed through from behind the formation and came to the front; then, under the cover of the shield wall, the Qin people came forward at a slow but firm pace.

After about fifty steps, the Wei army fired the first batch of arrows. Almost all of them were blocked by the shield wall and had no effect. After walking another twenty or thirty steps, there was a ditch in front of them. The ditch was not wide.

But it happened that I couldn't jump over, so I had to go down to the bottom of the ditch and wade through the water. The Qin people kept beating the drums, and the shield hand went down to the ditch without hesitation. At this time, there was a bang of bangs in the Wei camp, and then the crackle of the crossbow machine was heard.

, there was a "whooshing" sound of arrows, heading straight towards the edge of the ditch. The Qin people all fell down together, and those who moved a little slower were hit by the arrows, and painful screams came one after another.

The first wave of casualties did not stop the drums in the Qin army's formation. On the contrary, they beat louder. The shield bearer climbed out from the bottom of the ditch carrying a heavy shield that was almost as tall as a person, and was greeted by another batch of arrows. They

Even though he crouched down and raised his shield as quickly as possible, someone was still hit by an arrow.

Under the cover of the shield wall, all the Qin people crossed the ditch, organized their teams behind the shield, and attacked the camp again. When they rushed behind the parapet, they found that there was no one behind the wall. At this time, the second parapet

Then he fired ruthless crossbow arrows...

It was almost noon, and the Qin people finally rushed to the third parapet. As long as they organized their troops, they could attack the Wei army camp. At this time, drums suddenly sounded in the Wei camp. Soldiers from each camp were on both sides, and civilian troops were on the way.

In the middle, they suddenly pressed forward and shouted loudly in order. They attacked the three camps. Although the casualties were not large, they still needed to attack continuously. The whole team, the Qin people had exhausted their physical strength, and the sudden appearance of the new force made it difficult for them to be caught off guard. At this time,

The sound of bells finally came from the Qin army's formation, indicating that the first wave of attacks was over. The Qin people retreated directly to their own formation. The drums in the Wei camp were not urgent, and the Wei people did not pursue and kill, but slowly hung up.

At the back, all the camps were recovered. The Qin people who were hit by crossbow arrows, whether dead or wounded, were calmly carried back by their comrades. Even the equipment, including the heavy shields, were also taken away, leaving only pools of blood.

There were bursts of cheers from the Wei army camp.

This scene was seen by the former general, who shouted excitedly: "I win, I win!"

Jin Bi looked back at him and said: "The Qin people attacked me with a small number of people, and they have no intention of winning. They just want to test my strength. If the attack is not harmful, it is too early, so there must be something wrong."

The former general asked: "What can I do?"

Jin Bi said: "It's just like a law-abiding ear."

The former general said: "How can Sun Wu add to the talent of a great official?"

When Jin Bi heard this meaningless flattery, he felt disgusted. How could these gentlemen know the joys and sorrows involved? But he couldn't show it on his face. He just said lightly: "It all depends on the majesty of the king. How can I be worthy of it?" He turned around.

The envoy to the army said: "Reporting the victory, general: The Qin people attacked me, but I retreated. Our camp is as safe as a rock. We are arranging our soldiers to prepare for another battle." The envoy saluted, turned around and ran away. As he ran, he shouted:

"Good news from the former army~Good news from the former army~"

Jin Bifu said to the former general: "I hope the general will inspect the entire army and boost morale!"

The generals of the front army left accordingly, got on leather chariots, and inspected each camp.

The drums of the Qin people's attack reached Huayang City. Lord Xinling and his party looked forward nervously, but could only see dust and nothing else. The drums continued for a long time, which made the people in the city feel more

Suffering - Naturally, across such a long distance, Lord Xinling and the others could not hear the sound of clappers, let alone the sound of bowstrings. It was not until the sun was near the sky that the sound of drums of the Wei army suddenly came, and then the sound of bells. Wei

Although the sound of human drums is not urgent or very loud, it is exciting. This drumming also lasts for a long time, but it is obviously different from the torment of hearing the Qin people's drums. It is a kind of tension.

expectations.

Lord Xinling asked: "Is our army victorious?"

Si Mang said: "Although I beat the drum and advance without haste, Qin retreated without rushing even though he sounded the gold medal. Even though the Qin people retreated, their formation was still intact and there was no gap to take advantage of."

The sound of the golden drum stopped, and the cheers of the front army were faintly transmitted to the rear army. The tense atmosphere in Huayang City was quickly replaced by joy. Lord Xinling wanted to raise his arms and shout, but Si Mang quickly stopped him and said: "No, army

Before the envoy arrives, you must relax to prevent unexpected events." When the military envoy reporting the victory ran into Huayang City from thirty miles away, it was already an hour later. Huayang City was filled with cheers.

The cheers did not stop, but the drums of the Qin people's attack were heard in the distance, and the atmosphere in the city turned tense again. Zhang He brought up the military envoy who had taken a short rest, and Lord Xinling said: "Recover, doctor, the enemy is ours."

I am so relieved that I am alone, and I am willing to inspire the whole army to achieve complete victory. Those who have meritorious service will be rewarded according to the law, and I will not be stingy."

The military envoy saluted and was about to retreat. Zhang Noi asked, "Can you ride?"

The military envoy was stunned for a moment and replied: "Of course!"

Zhang He said: "There is a horse under the stable, so don't wait for it." He led the military envoy down. Soon, the military envoy rode away.

The drums of the Qin people in the distance continued to sound until the sun turned west, and then the long-awaited drums of the Wei people and the sound of bells came. Lord Xinling let out a long sigh of relief. Si Mang looked at

Looking at the sky, he said: "I only have this ear now, and I'll wait for it tomorrow."

Sure enough, not long after, the military envoy came on horseback to report that the Qin people's second attack had been repelled by me. Lord Xinling encouraged the troops again and promised rewards. The military envoy rode back.

Lord Xinling said to Zhang Yue: "Sir, the horse you gave me has proved to be of such great use. It shows great foresight and foresight, although the ancients could not have added more to it."

Zhang He said: "The official's horses are insufficient, but there are many messengers, so the military envoys are sent to Huayang. There are still enough horses in the city, so we can give them a little help."

Lord Xinling said: "From now on, if you see something suitable, you can do it."

Zhang Zhe said: "Here!"

Si Mang looked into the distance and said: "The clouds are getting darker and the Qin people are about to retreat. I hope your Majesty and the gentlemen will go back to the house and eat a little. I have been standing for a long time and not a drop of water has come in. I think I am already hungry and exhausted."

When Lord Xinling heard this, he felt his legs were sore, his whole body was weak, his eyes were dry, and he couldn't muster any energy. Lord Xinling smiled bitterly and said, "If the Qin people come, we will be defeated without a fight!"

Si Mang said: "Cherishing the strength of the soldiers and nourishing the spirit of the soldiers is one of the ways to achieve victory. The Qin people have no food for the sun, and they are tired of fighting but without success. The clouds are getting gray, and they will retreat in despair."

Lord Xinling said: "Can you observe the clouds?"

Si Mang said: "The so-called clouds and qi are nothing more than celestial phenomena. Heaven and man are in harmony, and when man thinks, Heaven will respond, so we know it."

Lord Xinling said: "How do you think about this victory or defeat?"

Si Mang said: "Both armies have no signs of defeat, and they are worthy of the enemy." Lord Xinling fell silent and said for a long time: "If we remain undefeated, we will win."

Si Mang said: "What you said is very consistent with the art of war. Be invincible first, and then wait until the enemy is victorious. This is the way to win."

Lord Xinling said: "Gentlemen, please retreat and have a meal!" The guests left one after another. Lord Xinling said to Si Mang: "Will you please share the meal with me?"

Si Mang said: "I haven't entered the camp for a day, and I can't bear it. I would like to do the same with the soldiers."

Lord Xinling praised: "We are the same as soldiers. Although we are famous generals in ancient times, we can't add them to ours. If we want to have a meal together, how can we get the time?"

Si Mang saluted and said: "If your Majesty can come out here, you will be able to make the soldiers fight without turning around and kill them."

Lord Xinling suddenly said: "If the middle camp is like this, what can the two camps on the left and right do?"

Si Mang said: "Let me worry about it." Then he discussed with Mr. Zhang Ye and Mr. Zhong Yue. Lord Xinling did not participate, so he left everything to these three people. He walked to the city wall alone and continued to look into the distance.

After a while, a cavalry flew over and the military envoy reported: "The people of Qin have withdrawn their troops and returned to the camp. The doctor has ordered the whole army to withdraw to the camp and feed the soldiers."

Lord Xinling saluted at the top of the city and said, "Here!" The envoy rode away on horseback. Lord Xinling turned around and said, "The whole army has gathered in camp and feasted on the soldiers!"

Si Mang said: "Beat the drum to close the camp." He then said to Lord Xinling: "The doctor has prepared a plan to entertain the soldiers. Your Majesty can pull up two carts to transport grain to the camp and rejoice with the soldiers."

Lord Xinling said: "It all depends on your skill and preparation!"

Si Mang said: "You can use crossbows and arrows to fill the camps."

Lord Xinling said: "There are no more than a thousand crossbows in the city, and no more than 100,000 arrows. The rear army has more than 2,000 soldiers. Although they have used up all they have, they cannot give them to them. The front army has lost its crossbows and arrows, and it all depends on the city. I will wait for you.

Discuss with the officials to kill the front army first, and then deal with the rear army."

Si Mang said: "This is what your Majesty is concerned about. However, the military soldiers have no crossbows and have no fighting skills. What can I do? If they attack each other with swords and halberds, their skills are the same as those of the civilian army."
Chapter completed!