"Xuanjia Iron Cavalry!" Luo Zhengdao, the general of the Western Army who was driving his infantry forward with all his strength, suddenly screamed loudly when he saw the Liao Army cavalry coming out a few miles away. The same sudden changes in expressions were seen among many of the surrounding Western Army generals.
Although they have been guarding the western frontier of the Song Dynasty and have had little contact with the Liao army for many years, they have heard of the name of this black armored cavalry belonging to the elite Pishi army of the Liao state. It is said that the number of this cavalry has never been large, with only three cavalry battalions of ten thousand people. However, their combat power is the highest among all the armies of the Liao Kingdom. They once had a glorious record of breaking from 10,000 to 100,000, and they were the nightmare of countless soldiers of the Song Dynasty.
Today, at the beginning of this decisive battle, the Liao army released such an absolute killer weapon. Obviously, the head coach of the Liao army had the same idea as Zhong Shidao and the others. He chose a quick victory and wanted to complete his victory in one battle!
"Order, retreat, divide the troops from both sides, and break through the Liao army's infantry battle formation!" From the rear center, Zhong Shidao's old but sonorous and powerful voice came: "The whole army continues to speed up and meet us!"
As Mr. Zhong's voice sounded in the army, the panic in everyone's eyes quickly calmed down. Every time in the past, when the Western Army encountered great danger, the old general could always lead everyone to victory through the most correct command, and it was naturally the same today.
The originally exciting horn sound suddenly became short, and the order was conveyed to the front.
At this time, the Western cavalry finally saw the power of the Liao cavalry, which was far more terrifying than the Xia Iron Kites. As soon as the two sides collided, the cavalry in front screamed and fell off their horses. Under the powerful collision force of the iron cavalry, the Western cavalry could not even maintain their balance, let alone resist and kill the enemy.
Thousands of black armored cavalry moved against the Song army's momentum like an unstoppable turbid current. They rolled up and killed the enemy cavalry on the way forward. As they killed, the horses under their crotches were galloping. It is also constantly improving, and it means that it can completely destroy the tens of thousands of Song Army cavalry in front of them in one breath.
After hearing the horn command from the rear, the Western cavalry, which was already a little weak, stopped making unnecessary sacrifices and quickly changed from charging forward to advancing sideways. Under the constant rain of arrows, they headed towards the Liao infantry. Rush through the battle formation. Although many people were still hit by arrows and fell from their horses during the charge, but with the speed of their horses, they quickly got rid of the impact of the black armored cavalry and rushed into the opponent's infantry formation.
Cavalry has an absolute advantage over infantry, especially in close combat. Therefore, the Song army's charge really broke up the Liao army's defense, which was relatively tight. Then, before the black armored cavalry could catch up, they turned back decisively, whipped up their whips, and galloped back.
This move indeed exceeded the expectations of the Liao army. They originally watched the Song army attack with all their strength, and their posture was completely determined not to give up until the military camp was broken. Why did they turn around and run away after encountering a setback
Yelu Dashi couldn't help but frown slightly. If something goes wrong, there must be a monster, so be careful. But before he could remind Yelu Xiongge to be prepared, the Xuanjia cavalry was already ready to kill, and it quickly chased after the Song army.
Today's battle was indeed a bit too cowardly for the Liao army. They actually allowed the Song army to fight in front of their own stronghold. This was something they could not accept no matter what. To cleanse this
The shame must be compensated with Song Jun's life! Therefore, when the Song army retreated, the Xuanjia cavalry still refused to give up and pursued them closely.
As a result, the situation of the Song Army cavalry that fell behind became extremely dangerous. Whether it is riding skills or horse quality, they are not as good as the Liao Army. In addition, there are often Liao Army infantry blocking them, so many soldiers are overtaken by the enemy from behind. Often, in just one round, the soldiers are already gone. If you fall off your horse and die, it is difficult to resist.
The cavalry of the Western Army was naturally very powerful among the Song Army, but when they met the strongest of the Liao Army's cavalry, the gap between the two sides immediately became apparent. They really couldn't even survive a single attack. .
Seeing this, Yelu Xiongge was even more energetic. As he raised his flag, the remaining tens of thousands of horses in the camp, which had been well prepared, rushed out quickly, with a mixture of foot and cavalry, fighting back like a wave.
Since the Song Army planned to fight decisively today, he would defeat these hateful enemies in one fell swoop and let them know that even though the Liao Dynasty was indeed declining, the weak Song Army could not bully and covet them casually.
It was not until almost the entire Liao army came out and attacked the enemy in front that Yelu Dashi suddenly understood the key point. He quickly stepped forward and lowered his voice and said, "Your Majesty, this may be what the Song army wants to see." When we arrived, the Song army used the cavalry assault just to force us out of the military camp."
"Huh?" Yelu Xiongge was startled when he heard this. He seemed to have thought of something, but at the same time he was still a little confused.
Yelu Dashi said anxiously: "It is not the Song Army's strength to take the initiative to attack the camp. Originally, we could annihilate the Song Army at the minimum cost as long as we held on to the camp. But now, with my entire army dispatched, it has changed from an offensive and defensive battle to an encounter battle. . Moreover, the Song army has more troops, and their rear army has also arrived!"
"Ah..." Yelu Xiongge exclaimed, and then he realized that he had really fallen into the enemy's trick. Indeed, as Yelu Dashi said, he chose a more difficult path. But in the final analysis, this is also related to the fact that the Liao army has always been more accustomed to taking the initiative to attack. They didn't even think deeply about it and ordered them to go out in full force.
But by this time, it was impossible for them to withdraw their troops, otherwise it would only dampen the morale of the entire army. What's more, the infantry of the Song Army have already pressed forward. If they retreat at this time, they will put themselves in greater danger.
"Bang the drums with me and start the trumpet! Encourage the three armies and fight forward with all your strength! Today is the day to defeat the Song army!" Yelu Xiongge is also a fierce general of the generation. Since he has made a mistake, he will stick to it and rely only on his subordinates' ability to tell the truth. Bar!
"Dong dong dong dong dong..."
"woo woo woo woo… "
The sound of drums and bugles that inspired the troops was louder and louder in the Liao army camp, which invigorated the cavalry and infantry who were chasing the defeated Song army in front. They all sprinted down the mountain to fight like tigers, knocking each enemy off their horses. Kill him on his back and kill him with a knife.
This short journey of a few miles was instantly covered with blood and corpses. Although the Song army was trying its best to counterattack and protect itself, in the face of the powerful offensive of the Liao army, it could only be passively beaten, and the number of casualties was gradually rising.
The eyes of Zhongjing, who was in the cavalry team, were already red. Seeing so many uncles and brothers falling off their horses and dying behind him, the fire in his heart began to burn, and finally it rushed straight into the cavalry team.
Niwan Palace was so unbearable for him.
How could a battle that he thought he could just let go turn into such a rout? Just because the two grandfathers wanted to win with the help of the useless imperial troops at the rear, were they going to let so many soldiers pay the price with their lives? Just because they believe that Sun Tu can decide the outcome of this battle, can they let so many brothers sacrifice in vain
At this moment, the unwillingness and anger had completely suppressed the rationality. Zhong Jing suddenly made a decision while gritting his steel teeth -
I saw him suddenly reining in the reins, clamping his feet hard on the horse's belly, and actually controlled the horse to turn around suddenly, then raised the knife over his head and shouted loudly: "Brothers, fight back. We, the soldiers of the Western Army, You can only face the enemy head-on and die, there is no point in running for your life and being killed! Kill!" Before the roar was over, the Liao army had already counterattacked.
The surrounding Western cavalry all cheered up after hearing the major general's shout. Yeah, who are they? It is the last elite and strongest cavalry in the Song Dynasty army. How can it be like a lost dog being chased by the enemy and running for its life? Even if they die, they will die on the frontal battlefield!
In an instant, thousands of cavalry suddenly turned around, rushed back to the Liao cavalry, and collided heavily with the black armored cavalry.
Before this scene happened, two miles away, the main force of the Western Army had begun to form a formation. Shield soldiers, spearmen and crossbowmen were all in their positions. Once the cavalry returned, they could quickly take up their positions to meet them. While helping them withstand the offensive from the rear, they used defense as offense to give the Liao army a head-on blow.
But in the end, just when everything was about to happen according to the established strategy, the cavalry used as bait actually separated out and fought back, which made the officers and soldiers fall into a brief state of confusion. Even Zhongshi was stunned for a moment, and then said angrily: "Who is messing with our military orders?"
"It's the Major General. He led his men to counterattack..." Someone with sharp eyes immediately reported loudly.
As soon as these words came out, Master Zhong's body suddenly swayed on his horse. That Jing was his grandson and the successor he had high hopes for. How could he... But after all, the old man had been fighting for decades. The famous general who walked out quickly regained his composure and said in a serious tone: "Act according to the plan, don't let the whole plan be ruined because of them!"
"Ms. sir..." The subordinates around him immediately panicked and tried to persuade them, but when they reached their lips, they were stopped by his majestic eyes: "There is no family affection in the military. This is his own choice." , Even if you die, you will be no different from others!"
But just as he finished speaking, Master Zhongdao on the other side spoke: "Di Heming, Zhang Bingyao, Jiang Wukui... You quickly lead your troops and horses to fight over and respond to the rescue. Be sure to pick up Zhengqing." return!"
"Here!" The three generals whose names were called immediately agreed loudly, then charged forward with their troops and horses from behind.
"Uncle Yi, you..." Master Zhong's expression changed, and he wanted to dissuade him, but he saw Master Zhong smiled bitterly and said, "The only person we can use in our Zhong family now is Zhengqing, and we can't let anything happen to him. And this It will also hurt the morale of our troops. It is both public and private, and we must save people!"
At this time, the cavalry who had not turned back to fight before had returned to the front of the army, but their strength had been reduced by nearly half, and only more than 20,000 people had to turn back...