Just when Song Tianxiong was wondering what the Lin Lang family wanted to do after they laid siege to the city, the generals leading the Lin Lang family also had a headache over this. Facing the cunning Feng Qi, the Lin Lang family unexpectedly showed an extremely harsh attitude. On the one hand, they demanded surrender to themselves, but on the other hand, they did not take any substantive action against the defending Taiping Army. After all, There are still more than 30,000 Taiping troops in Hanzhong City. If we really push the enemy hard, the gain will outweigh the loss if we fight to the death.
When the Taiping Army and Lin Lang's messengers frequently came in and out of Hanzhong City, both families almost unanimously requested to send more troops to their rear areas to increase their own leverage in negotiations. In the face of the old feud, the two sides still maintained a considerable relationship. Restraint, especially before the last arriving Northwest Army stationed far northwest of Hanzhong City has not expressed its attitude.
People shouted and horses neighed, and the whole camp became busy. Soldiers in bright armor began to line up under the angry scoldings of the officers. In a short period of time, the originally chaotic camp returned to stability and order, and the cavalry began to gather out. The battalion made routine adaptations, while the infantry began to move in line according to the regiment. The baggage trucks had begun to unload various supplies. The logistics troops had already begun digging trenches and driving piles. Two towering sentry towers had been erected in the shortest possible time. The sentries had already begun conducting lookout reconnaissance, and the scouts were naturally sent out immediately. Everything was so orderly.
Wenner, who entered the camp, carefully searched every bit of it with his hawk-like eyes. Although he was in the same camp, Wenner found that deep down in his heart, he was always like an outsider and it was difficult to integrate into it. He himself couldn't explain this, especially after Lang Yongquan expressed his sincerity frankly, he still couldn't completely resolve this knot in his heart. Maybe it really takes time, maybe it won't be solved in a lifetime, Wenner murmured to himself deep in his heart Said.
Worthy of being the main force of the Tiannan Army, the discipline and morale displayed made Wenner nod secretly. Although they had gone through a long journey, even the infantry who were already half-tired were able to recover in a relatively short time after receiving the order from the commander. The assembly was completed within a few days. This loosening and tightening can best reflect the combat effectiveness of the army. As a veteran soldier, Wenner naturally knows this. Many armies usually seem to be well-organized and disciplined, but once they relax and then assemble immediately, it turns out that It was difficult to return to the best condition for a long time. This was a reflection of the difference in quality, and this unit was worthy of their ace title. Wenner silently compared the gap between his two divisions and this unit. Maybe he still needed It will take two years to see if they can be trained to look like this. If they can have a few real bloody battles, maybe they will grow faster, but of course there will be a price to pay.
The two newly arrived armies made Wenner, who had never clearly understood his commander's intentions, finally heave a sigh of relief. The marching speed of the Lin family's army seemed to be faster than his own, although their two vanguard divisions were slower than him to reach the next step of Hanzhong City. , but the gap of just one day made it impossible for him to take advantage of it, because there were still more than 30,000 Taiping troops in the city. It would be too hasty to capture or persuade the Taiping troops to surrender in just one day, although their morale was already lax. , not to mention Feng Qi's cunning, and he would never make a bet without waiting until the last moment.
The Lin family's reinforcements arrived the day before yesterday. Compared with the two newly formed divisions in Wenner's hands, the Lin family looked even more powerful. Fortunately, Wenner put up a defensive posture on the first day of camp. The chain of camps and well-prepared defense facilities prevented the provocative Lin family's army from starting the battle and had to return in despair. However, Wenner also knew that this situation would not last long. If his reinforcements were not available, If they arrive, the Lin family may really use their superior combat power to launch an attack on their two newly formed divisions.
"Master Wen, Master Xie invites you." The virgin-skinned guard made Wen Na even wonder if Xie Changyang had some special hobby. As an old politician and veteran soldier who has been in Myanmar's political arena for decades, Wen Na naturally knows The weight of Xie Changyang, Yang Mubai and Xie Changyang, are known as Lang Yongquan's left arm and right hand in both literature and military skills. Needless to say, Yang Mubai's old Shen Yuanmei, Xie Changyang has a profound knowledge of the way of stability in military use. Using righteousness to overcome surprises is what Xie Changyang is best at. Dao, the Lin Lang family has had many collisions in the past ten years. Even though Lin Yuexin, known as the Jade Fox, has all kinds of tricks, under Xie Changyang's constant countermeasures, the Lin family has repeatedly provoked wars. Except for causing the Lang family to suffer a loss when Lin Yuexin first debuted at the age of thirteen, she has never been able to taste much victory. This is evident from Xie Changyang's calmness in using troops.
Xie Changyang's arrival also indicated the transfer of command of the Hanzhong army. Wenner did not value this. After all, Xie Changyang's qualifications and status were not comparable to his. Of course, it was inevitable to feel a little uncomfortable, but after decades of Wenner, who has been trained in the wind and rain, can't see anything strange on the surface.
"Brother Wen Na, come on, come on, please." Xie Changyang, who was welcoming him out of the tent, even had the smell of dust on his face. He invited himself to the tent in such a hurry. This might be something other people would do. Touched, but to Wenner, this is just a superficial pretentiousness.
"Master Xie is too polite. How can Wen Na, a martial artist, be so valued by Master Xie?" Wen Na showed a humble smile on his face and saluted with his fists in the Tang people's etiquette, but Xie Changyang forced him to sit on it. Guest of honor.
"Brother Wenner, how is the situation on the front line?" Once seated, Xie Changyang went straight to the topic without any nonsense.
Entrusted by his coach, he abandoned the affairs in Burma and led the two main divisions to come day and night. The purpose was naturally very clear, but he did not expect that not only the Lin family's methods were exactly the same as his own, but also Li Wufeng from the northwest had quietly stepped in. This made Lang Yongquan angry and anxious. The strategic location of Hanzhong was too important. If it could not be controlled, it would be difficult to have more room for development. Lang Yongquan knew this very well, so he handed over this important task to him. He is his first military assistant.
"Thank you, sir. It should be said that it is not good. The reinforcements of the Lin family arrived here three days before our reinforcements. They frequently provoked us in the first two days and wanted to test our strength. In their humble position, they did not dare to talk about war lightly and took measures. Regarding the defensive posture, given that we have been prepared, the Lin family has not made any further tests." Wenner introduced the current situation calmly, "The Taiping Army in the city is still under Feng Qi's charge, and their envoys have been out of the city many times and held low-level positions. During the talks, we were asked to identify one party as the host who would accept their surrender, but they requested that the threats from the other two parties must be removed at the same time to prevent them from suffering retaliation from the other two parties after surrendering."
He nodded silently. In fact, these situations were already expected. When he learned that Lin Guoxiong and Li Wufeng had set foot in the fertile soil of Hanzhong Basin, Xie Changyang knew that the matter was beyond his control. Lin Guoxiong's influence on Hanzhong The level of desire is no less than that of his own side, or even more so. The task assigned to him by the coach is to take control of Hanzhong no matter what means he adopts. But in this current situation, the Lin family has already had three divisions stationed. Although there are four divisions on our side, the three divisions of the Lin family are the main divisions, and their strength is not inferior to these four divisions, especially with the two variables of the Taiping Army and Li Wufeng mixed in. Inside, Xie Changyang didn't have any confidence at this time if he wanted to untie this knot.
"How many people are currently stationed under Hanzhong City in the northwest? Have anyone come to contact us?" After thinking briefly, Xie Changyang quickly focused on the northwest army.
"Sir, the Northwest Army crossed the mountains from the west and the north to enter the Hanzhong Basin. They arrived at the Hanzhong City only three days apart. This shows that the Northwest Army was also well prepared and was just waiting for the opportunity. That’s it. The Northwest Army that has arrived outside Hanzhong City now should be organized into two divisions. Among them, the one coming from the west should be the independent Third Infantry Division of the Northwest Army, a pure infantry division mainly composed of Gaoyue soldiers, and Entering from the north is Li Wufeng's Guards Division. As of now, no one from them has come into contact with us. Depending on the situation, they are either waiting and watching, or waiting for orders from above." Although there is no fighting, but Wenner did not relax his reconnaissance of the situation on both sides at all.
"In my opinion, brother Wenner, does the northwest side have any intention of competing with us for control of Hanzhong?" During the Xikang battle, Xie Changyang already had an understanding of the combat effectiveness of the northwest army. Although he did not know the specific negotiations between the coach and the northwest side, Judging from the situation of more than 2,000 prisoners being released, the negotiations between the coach and the northwest side should be quite smooth. However, Yang Mubai has always been in charge of the specific negotiations. He is not clear about the details. At present, the northwest side of the two divisions It is still unclear whether the army is a friend or an enemy. If we can get their help, we will be absolutely sure to deal with the Lin family's army, but this will depend on the outcome of the secret negotiation between his coach and Li Wufeng. Before setting off, the coach had specifically warned himself about the northwest side's intervention, not to conflict with the other side for the time being, and everything would be decided after the negotiations.
"This humble position dare not speak nonsense. Li Wufeng often acts irrationally. This humble position also heard that Mr. Lang was negotiating with the northwest side, but did not know the inside story. However, if we can get the support of the Northwest Army, the current strength of the Lin family in Hanzhong It's nothing to worry about. However, the Lin family should also know this. They didn't dare to act rashly before the arrival of the adults, perhaps because they were afraid of the Northwest Army." Wenner cleverly avoided answering directly and moved the topic aside. This The question is difficult to answer, and as someone who has not yet entered Tiannan's top management, he has no way of knowing the contents of Lang Yongquan's secret negotiations with Northwest. He only relies on the experience accumulated over the years to return the Tiannan soldiers who were captured by the other side in the Battle of Xikang. Just a hint of breath.