Wen Jie could feel the tremendous pressure brought by His Highness King Qin's words. Now it was not a question of whether he could win the Principality of Medan, but whether he could open up the Medan Passage in the shortest time and win time and energy to win the four city-states in one fell swoop. Take the initiative. If too much time is spent in the battle to conquer Medan, once the mercenaries return eastward, the entire southern expedition plan will fall into a quagmire, especially since the intelligence agency has obtained the information that the Pasha people are actively negotiating peace with the coalition forces. under the information.
"Your Highness, I insist that it is more appropriate to negotiate after Woda is captured. Although we won a great victory in Sulawesi, it was based on the fact that the coalition elephant soldiers were solved by us using special means. Many people in China still believe that our Western Xinjiang Army is not as powerful as imagined. If we can conquer Woda City with an iron fist and let the people of the Peninsula fully experience the iron-blooded military power of our Western Xinjiang Army, then our Western Xinjiang Army cannot The image of victory will definitely be deeply rooted in the hearts of the people of the Peninsula, and it will have a great positive impact on our later conquest of the four city-states and our confrontation with the Western Alliance of the Peninsula Alliance." Taking a deep breath, Wen Jie's dark face became slightly angry. Bai, he knew that his words were enough to influence His Highness King Qin's judgment and decision, but he believed in his understanding of Medan and Maroda. Since His Highness asked him, he must give his own opinion without reservation. As for Whether His Highness adopts it or not is up to His Highness.
"Your Highness, I also agree with Wen Jie's opinion. Our army has already obtained a bridgehead in Sulawesi when it comes to the south of the peninsula. It can be said that it has at least established a foothold on the peninsula. If we want to completely make the people of the peninsula surrender, we must have political, economic and cultural Although our infiltration and assimilation is important, my subordinates think it is quite necessary to show the necessary military power. This can deter some people with evil intentions, and at the same time, it can deepen the awe of the peninsula’s ethnic groups towards us. Sometimes awe is often more important than goodwill. Especially for some weak ethnic groups, many times if you are friendly to them, they will think that you are asking for it or that you are weak and can be bullied. Necessary iron-blooded methods can often have many unexpected effects, and excessive tenderness will only have side effects. "The words of the Director of Military Affairs, who had been silent all this time, were thought-provoking as soon as he opened his mouth. Especially the last two sentences hit the crux of Wu Feng's hesitation.
Kindness does not control the army. This saying can also be applied to the political level. In order to win people's hearts, I blindly showed my kindness and generosity in front of the people. Although I won the support of many ordinary lower-class people, it also brought many side effects. The effect is that the upper class and aristocratic people of the nation and country sometimes overestimate their own strength and abilities, and even have the idea of challenging their own authority. It can be seen that many things often have advantages and disadvantages, and there is no way to have both, but this It might be time to show your iron fist and bloody side.
Nodding heavily, with the support of the two of them, Wu Feng made up his mind: "Well, in that case, let's just wait for a while and then give the other party an ultimatum directly. It must be in accordance with the conditions we have drawn up, and no principled terms shall be allowed. If there is any change, I will not see the other party again. It is estimated that the other party will still be entangled with him. I might as well give up on him that day. Here, the order is to leave three regiments of the Fourth Army and the Third Division to garrison Kano City. , the two regiments, together with the Gaoyue militia, marched eastward and penetrated into the hinterland of Medan; they ordered Mulige and Wenner to lead the first, second, fourth and fifth divisions of the Fourth Army and the third division of the First Army. Enter Medan immediately, and within two days of going south, you must capture the city of Woda at all costs. Within two days, I will see the Golden Roc flag hanging above the city of Woda, otherwise military law will be imposed!"
On November 16, 698 in the Gregorian calendar, the 110,000-strong army of the five divisions of the Western Xinjiang Army, which had been waiting impatiently at the junction of the Principality of Sulawesi and the Principality of Medan, surged like a flood after receiving the order. Then it descended, carrying heavy winds and torrential rain, and rolled towards the city of Woda, an important town in the northern part of the Principality of Medan.
Warda City is located in the northern part of the Medan Basin in the eastern part of Indochina. The Medan Basin is the core area of the Principality of Medan. Warda City and the capital Miyaluo City are located at the north and south ends of the Medan Basin. As the Principality of Medan An important town in the north, Voda is also the largest industrial and commercial center in the northern part of the Principality of Medan, and a famous coffee processing and distribution center. The Red Mountain coffee produced in the Red Mountain Mountain area in the north of the basin has a strong flavor, deep color, and long fragrance. It is known as the treasure of the Eastern Continent. It is no less than the coffee produced in the major coffee-producing areas of Central China. As a result, Warda City has established its important position in the Principality of Medan and the eastern part of the Peninsula Alliance. However, due to the long-term peace and stability, the city defense system here has become a mere formality and has not been repaired and completed for a long time. Although it has been After the Zhixi Xinjiang Army invaded the Peninsula Alliance, some urgent improvements were made, but compared to the city fortresses that the Xijiang Army had conquered, there was a huge gap.
Mulige stood at the forefront of the camp, akimbo, looking proudly at the Woda City in front of him. The city's north gate wall, which runs slightly from northeast to southwest, is only seven meters high. The gate is made of thick wood covered with iron sheets, and the outer edge of the city wall is On the ground, some defensive facilities such as rolling logs began to be piled up in disorder above the city wall. Mulige saw it in his eyes and was happy in his heart. The people of Medan obviously did not have much preparation. It was better to be prepared than unprepared. This battle had already been occupied by him. He has gained a big head start. He has five divisions with 110,000 troops, and one of them is the Third Division of the First Army and his old subordinate. Although the time required by His Highness is tight, he is confident that he can solve the problem in front of him in advance. This obstacle in front of me.
"Brother Wen, how are you? This is Woda City, the first shield that Medan people can endure. His Highness has given an order, asking us not to attack. Once we attack, we must take it decisively. There must be no sloppiness. To fully demonstrate the military might and reputation of our Western Xinjiang Army, I plan to have two divisions go into battle at the same time, launching attacks from the north and west respectively. The one who enters the city first will be heavily rewarded! Which two divisions do you think will go first?"
Wenner could hear the other party's arrogance from his words, and the unwillingness to admit defeat in his heart was suddenly ignited by the other party's words. The other party obviously regarded the Third Division of the First Army, his old subordinate, as an attacker. Whether it's the city's main force or not, he must take this opportunity to let the other party see the true strength of the Burmese army's elite.
"Haha, Commander of the Army, you seem to be a little biased. You are now the Commander of the Fourth Army, but you are no longer the Commander of the Third Division of the First Army. Can you bear to see this kind of praise of our Fourth Army? Will the prestige of the legion fall to other troops? I suggest that the first and second divisions of our fourth legion go first, with the fourth and fifth legions as reserves, and the third division of the first legion as reserve. I wonder how you feel, Army Commander?" Wen Na smiled gently, seemingly modest, but his words were not merciless at all.
After being startled for a moment, Mulige suddenly burst out laughing: "Brother Wen is a good reminder, how can we, the Fourth Army Corps, inherit such a good thing?! Okay, according to Brother Wen's wishes, the First and Second Divisions Rest for half an hour, and launch the general attack in half an hour. I hope you don’t see me using my reserves!”
When he said the last sentence, Mulige's eyes were directed at the two division commanders of the first and second divisions who were standing aside.
"Please rest assured, two regiment commanders, the First (Second) Division will never disgrace its mission!" The faces of the two division commanders have turned red, and their shining eyes reveal not only endless confidence, but also eagerness. The passion of battle.
"Very good. Mr. Wen and I are waiting here for the good news of the two of you. His Highness King Qin is also waiting for our army to send him the good news in Yada City. This battle is where we two show off the grace of our Fourth Army. It's a great opportunity. I will report your performance to His Highness the King of Qin without any reservation. It's a mule or a horse. Now it's time to take a walk!" He patted the two of them heavily on the shoulders, and in Mulig's eyes Full of eager expectations: "His Royal Highness the King of Qin once asked me to convey to everyone in our fourth legion that there will be punishment for any mistakes and rewards for the merits. All our performances are in the eyes of His Highness the King of Qin. I hope everyone can seize the opportunity!"
The raging frenzy slapped crazily on the walls of Voda City. The rain of arrows flying in the sky and the pouring rolling stones could not stop the soldiers of the Fourth Legion who wanted to make contributions in this battle, up to the division. From the regimental commander to the ordinary privates, everyone was inspired by the words of His Highness the King of Qin, who is watching you from behind and looking forward to your performance. The two division commanders, together with their respective deputies and chiefs of staff, will His division's more than 20,000 troops were divided into three groups. Under the cover of insufficient small long-range weapons, they launched fierce attacks on the two city walls one after another.
The screams and screams of the soldiers had no effect on the officers who were red-eyed. The mutilated limbs, blood, water, and meat were no more than mud and sand to the officers and soldiers. This place had become the cheapest flesh and blood slaughterhouse. Although it was fertile Dacheng is not an impenetrable fortress, but it is indeed difficult for the soldiers of the two divisions to capture such a large city in one day. However, with their indomitable spirit and huge psychological advantages, the two divisions finally destroyed the Medan defense system which was not strong enough after launching the sixth wave of offensive. Xicheng and Beicheng fell at the same time almost at the same time. Jinpeng Under Li Wufeng's order, the flag was flying high at the top of Woda City in less than a day and a half.
On November 18, 698 in the Gregorian calendar of the mainland, Woda, an important town in the northern part of the Principality of Medan, fell. The defender Maroka was captured and led the entire city's soldiers and civilians to surrender. In this battle, the Fourth Army suffered more than 12,000 casualties, including more than 8,000 killed in action, while only less than 2,000 of the 10,000 defenders of the Principality of Medan remained.