When Ruo Rong left Pengcheng. Except for the more than ten thousand soldiers accompanying him. There are more than 100,000 men and women. At that time, he still really wanted to bring these people to a safe place. So as not to be attacked by Cao Jun. After arriving at Guangling. See the prosperity and prosperity there. There was greed for a while. Zhao Yu, the prefect of Guangling, was killed on the spot. After this is done. Ruo Rong couldn't take care of the ordinary people who came with him to Guangling. Both myself and Fan Neng. With the robbed property and beauty, he went to Jiangnan.
Most of these soldiers from Pengcheng did not even ride a boat. Not to mention on this wide river surface. The entire fleet of more than 500 ships, large and small. Some are relatively large merchant ships. More are just small fishing boats. The river is windy and the waves are high. The ship swayed. Many people stand unsteady. more than this. Has begun to vomit. These boatmen who were taken by force were also kind people. otherwise. If they rebelled. Ruo Rong and his men had long been thrown into the river to feed the fish.
At the forefront of the fleet is a merchant ship. It is also the largest ship in the entire fleet. The original owner of this merchant ship must have been a rich man. The main cabin is well-equipped and decorated. Ruo Rong lay reclining on a low couch. There was a young woman with makeup in her arms. He is playing there. Fudge as much as you like.
The young woman is called Cuiping. This is Zhao Yu's concubine. Ruo Rong loves her beauty and enchanting. Keep her with you all the time. Although Cuiping was unwilling. But forced by the situation. Also had to greet the song. Ruo Rong's hand did not know where he touched. A touch of pink appeared on Cuiping's face. "Humh" groaned.
suddenly. The hatch was hurriedly pushed open. Fan Neng stumbled in. It happened to be hit by a wave. The merchant ship is big. But he couldn't help shaking it hard. Fan Neng's footing is unstable. One staggered. Both hands hurriedly helped. He was pressing on Cuiping's plump buttocks. Cuiping was suddenly attacked. Can't help but exclaimed "Ah".
Although Ruo Rong knew that Fan Neng did not deliberately wipe oil. But he couldn't help but frowned. Reproached: "What are you doing in a panic."
Fan Neng finally stood still. He chuckled awkwardly. Said: "Back to your lord. There is a fleet on the river blocking our way. It looks like a warship."
"Warship." Ruo Rong groaned. "My big man only has two navy forces. One is in Jingzhou. The other is in Yangzhou. I heard that the navy in Yangzhou has long been eroded. At this time, we can organize a fleet. It must be the navy in Jingzhou. Go. Take it. I'll go and have a look on the bow."
Fan Neng agreed. Turn around. Hold the bulkhead. Step by step, he walked out of the cabin. Ruo Rong then kissed Cuiping's face. Said: "Baby. Lie down here obediently. Lord, I'll come as soon as I go."
Cuiping twisted her waist like a water snake. He whispered: "Then master, please come back soon. Don't let the slave family wait for a long time."
Ruo Rong had already got up. But even more unbearable than Fan Neng. He almost squatted out of the cabin. Cuiping grew up on the riverside since childhood. Sitting in this wobbly cabin. There is no discomfort at all. Looking at Ruo Rong's awkward and fat back like a duck. He gave a fierce "spit". Cursed: "Foot slipped. Falling into the river. Drowning you." Ruo Rong was engrossed in dealing with the swaying merchant ship. Lest you accidentally fall down the river. Where can I hear Cuiping muttering something behind.
Finally climbed onto the bow. Sure enough, there are more than 30 large and small warships on the south side of the river. Arranged in a half-moon shape. He actually stopped his fleet in Jiang Xin. Although there are more than 500 ships on his side. But in front of those warships. It's like a group of ants facing several elephants. As long as the opponent pulls the sail and rushes. All of them will be sunk in a blink of an eye.
Facing the merchant ship Ruo Rong is a huge ship. The part on the deck alone is four stories high. The bow and both sides of the ship are hung with large stones like millstones. I don't know what it is for. See also above the mast of the ship. A sailor was holding a red and green triangle flag. Waving up and down toward this side.
Ruo Rong was shocked by the majesty of Lou Chuan. I was also baffled by the movement of the sailor on the mast. Turning to ask the merchant sailor next to him: "Do you know what he is doing there."
The sailors on the merchant ships traveled north and south all the year round. It's also well-informed. He looked up. Said: "My sire back. That's the semaphore commonly used in naval forces. Above the river. The wind is high and the waves are swift. It is not easy to talk between ships. The semaphore is often used to give orders. Send information.
Ruo Rong said "Oh". Asked again: "Then you know what he said."
The sailor shook his head. Said: "The villain only knows that this is the semaphore in the army. But he doesn't understand the meaning of the semaphore."
original. Since Liu Xin asked Mi Zhu to set up refugee camps in Wujun and Jiangxia. Many people who fled from Xuzhou got news. Swarmed. but. From Xuzhou to Jiangxia, you need to pass through Yuan Shu's jurisdiction. There is very strict investigation there. The people who fled were often bullied by the soldiers of the local officials. therefore. Most people still choose to go straight from Guangling to Wujun via the Yangtze River.
After learning this situation. Mi Zhu deliberately found Gan Ning. I would like to ask him to arrange for the navy to take over the people who have fled. Jiangbei is no longer under Liu Xin's control. Suddenly dispatched a large number of warships over. It is likely to cause unnecessary misunderstandings. There is no order from Liu Xin. Gan Ning naturally would not agree to mobilize naval warships to pick up and drop off refugees. but. Can't withstand Mi Zhu's repeated requests. Gan Ning chose some clever soldiers. Bring some money to Jiangbei. Pay to merchant ships and fishing boats along the river. Let them carry the fleeing people across the river.
Because most of the people who fled from the north are impervious to water. Just in case. Gan Ning also dispatched a group of sentry boats to patrol the river. Ready to rescue people who are not afraid of falling into the water. Most of the people who had fled early this time have been taken over the Yangtze River. And they were properly arranged. Later I heard that Cao Jun had begun to retreat. Some people who fled halfway turned back to their hometowns. and so. Recently, fewer and fewer people have fled from Jiangbei.
This time. Those merchant ships and fishing boats helped carry people who had fled across the river. Profitable. It is often shipped on one trip. It's worth the usual half a month's income. Although the number of people crossing the river is decreasing day by day. But this kind of business can only wait for a few years. Therefore, they still gather in large numbers on the waterfront. Counting on the opportunity to make a few more pens. It turned out to be like this. Ruo Rong is complete. He had little effort. More than 500 ships were detained.
Because the number of people crossing the river is decreasing day by day. Gan Ning not only reduced the intensity of patrols. Moreover, many naval soldiers sent to Jiangbei were also withdrawn. But this does not mean that he has relaxed his vigilance. and so. When Ruo Rong's fleet had just left Jiangbei, it didn't take long. It was discovered by the sentry boat patrolling the river. Report to Ganning immediately. Gan Ning heard that there were hundreds of ships crossing the river. Don't dare to neglect. Also mobilized nearly forty warships to welcome him forward. And let the sailors play semaphores. Communicate with the incoming ship. Because every time there are ships carrying people fleeing from the other side. Ships will be accompanied by naval soldiers sent out. Can take care of these people who are not accustomed to water. You can also contact the navy in time. In order to accommodate these people more appropriately.
When I found out that there was no response from the semaphore that I had hit here. Gan Ning became alert. And as the distance between the two sides is getting closer. Already able to see the figure of a soldier in armor on the opposite ship. Immediately ordered to enter the battle preparation.
Ruo Rong was guessing what the semaphore waved by the sailor meant. Suddenly, I heard a stern horn from the other side. When I look again. Those big and small warships opposite. Suddenly countless bowmen appeared on the previously empty deck. One by one bow and arrow. The cold light on the arrow cluster looked particularly dazzling under the sunlight. Ruo Rong was not surprised. Repeatedly shouted: "Don't shoot arrows. We are here to go to Master Mi."
Hear Ruo Rong's shout. Fan Neng also hurriedly shouted with the accompanying soldiers. These more than five hundred ships. Although there are more than ten thousand soldiers. But few know how to water. The navy battled. The main weapon is the bow and arrow. These soldiers from Pengcheng stood on the boat. Holding a knife and gun in one hand. One hand must also hold the side of the ship. Otherwise, there will be a wave. Will fall immediately. They can't even lift the shield now. Not to mention bow archery. On the opposite side are specially built warships. There are arrow piles all around the ship. You can block arrows shot from enemy ships without a shield. If it fights. No need to fight. Also know who wins and who loses.
Fortunately, it is winter now. Although the wind on the river is strong. But the wind is blowing from the northwest. Shouted for a while. The voice fluttered away in the wind. The boat on the opposite side could hear clearly. Gan Ning lightly swiped the big knife in his hand. Made a gesture. The sailor climbing on the mast has been watching Gan Ning's movements. Upon seeing this, immediately waved the small flag in his hand. quickly. Another burst of horn sounded. The bows and arrows in the hands of the soldiers on the battleship were slowly lowered. A clipper sailed away from the fleet. Go straight to the merchant ship Ruo Rong took.
Ruo Rong knew that it was a messenger sent by the opposing fleet. Secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Only then did I realize that my whole body was soaked in cold sweat. indeed. If the other party orders an attack. He must be dead now.
Although the boat is heading against the wind. The speed is extremely fast. In a blink of an eye, he was in front of the merchant ship. Do not wait for the sailors on the merchant ship to lower the springboard. I saw a strong man in leather armor on the boat. Pick up a flying scratch. "Swipe" hit the ship's gunwale. The man held a steel knife in his mouth. Holding the rope with both hands. Just like an ape. In twos or twos, he boarded the merchant ship. Wait for the soldiers on the merchant ship to react. There were already five or six big men on the boat. Holding a sharp blade, he climbed over through the flying grab.
The strong man glanced hurriedly at the boat. It is obvious that Ruo Rong is the leader of this fleet. He went straight to him and rushed over. A steel knife in his hand waved. He shouted in a deep voice: "This is Huang Gai, a Lieutenant of the Dahan Shui Army. Who are you waiting for. Really recruit."