Xia Ruize could only nod to express that he would complete the extended task with his teammates.
Cheng Huaiqian stretched out his hand and touched Xia Ruize's head in relief. Although the little boy Xia was not active enough, he was sensible enough and cooperated very well. He was very satisfied with the cooperation with the little girl Xia.
The two reached a consensus, so when Xiaowei Ma summoned them again, Cheng Huaiqian took the initiative to express that the two brothers were willing to join Xiaowei Ma and solve problems for Xiaowei Ma.
Cheng Huaiqian spoke on behalf of the two, and Xia Ruize continued to play silently as a younger brother who was introverted and introverted.
Xiaowei Ma was very relieved to win such a good general, but the joy was only temporary, and soon Xiaowei Ma was full of sadness. Since Cheng Huaiqian and Xia Ruize had become their own people, they would not hesitate to discuss business matters. No need to evade, Ma Xiaowei even took the initiative to ask Cheng Huaiqian:
"Brother Cheng, according to the news from the front line and the sentinels, this time the barbarians started the war with the goal of attacking our Great Xia in an all-round way.
Now, a small barbarian leader is leading more than 1,600 barbarian warriors towards Bianlu City, and it is expected to arrive tomorrow morning.
In order to defend Bianlu City as soon as possible, my Urgent Cavalry Battalion only brought over a hundred cavalry here first. The infantry soldiers of my Urgent Cavalry Battalion will not be able to arrive at Bianlu City before tomorrow morning... Sigh, I would like to hear if you two have any good ideas? "
Cheng Huaiqian and Xia Ruize looked at each other, Xia Ruize had "Listen to the boss" written all over his face. Therefore, Cheng Huaiqian boldly proposed a plan that shocked everyone:
"Master Lieutenant, if you agree to dispatch 20 cavalry, my two brothers are willing to lead troops out of the city to the north to investigate the whereabouts of the barbarian army, disrupt them, and slow down their marching speed, so that the soldiers of the barbarian battalion can have a longer period of time." Preparation time."
Cheng Huaiqian's plan stunned all the generals in the hall. The eyes of the deputy generals looking at Cheng Huaiqian have changed from admiration to pity. They probably feel that such a powerful warrior has a stupid brain, which is really a pity. .
"Here, Brother Cheng, you are looking for your own death. Don't be in a hurry. Accumulating military merits will not happen overnight."
A lieutenant stood up and advised.
"Master Captain, I wonder when the infantry soldiers from our Barbarian Cavalry Battalion will reach Bianlu City? My two brothers swore to the death to drag the barbarian army until then."
Cheng Huaiqian was unmoved, and insisted on his proposal righteously.
"The smoothest will be to arrive at Bianlu City tomorrow evening. If there is an accident, it may arrive in the morning of the next day."
Ma Xiaowei was influenced by Cheng Huaiqian's serious and cautious attitude, and unconsciously considered the feasibility of this plan, subconsciously answered Cheng Huaiqian's question.
Hearing this answer, Cheng Huaiqian was determined. The reason why he made such a suggestion was because he and Xia Ruize had guessed about the latest extended mission.
The requirement of this extended mission is to stop the progress of the barbarian army's attack, the difficulty of the task is increased, and the barbarian army that needs to be stopped is No. 1,600.
These are 1,600 strong warriors, not 1,600 pieces of wood that will not resist. It is definitely unrealistic to rely on the two of them to kill them.
Therefore, they had the participation and help of the Manqiying Battalion.
But the rule setters didn't want them to rely entirely on the Barbarian Battalion to complete the extended task, so they set that the Barbarian Battalion only had one-tenth of the cavalry in place first, and the vast majority of the infantry were still on the way.
According to the current progress, when the barbarian army arrived at Bianlu City, the remaining infantry soldiers of the Barbarian Battalion would not be able to reach Bianlu City.
If Cheng Huaiqian and Xia Ruize do nothing and let this result happen, the more than 100 Xia cavalry will definitely lose to more than 1,600 barbarian soldiers. At that time, the cavalry of the barbarian battalion will be buried in Bianlu City, and the remaining barbarian army will head south all the way. , use cavalry to fight infantry, eliminate the remaining infantry in the barbarian battalion, and then continue to march south.
Therefore, what Cheng Huaiqian and Xia Ruize were really asked to do in the extended mission was actually to slow down the progress of the barbarian army's arrival at Bianlu City.
Only the cavalry and infantry of the Barbarian Battalion gathered in Bianlu City and waited in full force, relying on the city wall for protection, coupled with the two variables of Cheng Huaiqian and Xia Ruize, could it be possible to resist the attack of the barbarian backup team this time.
As for how to slow down the marching progress of the barbarian army
Cheng Huaiqian and Xia Ruize looked at each other, their tacit understanding was evident.
Isn't guerrilla warfare the most suitable tactic for this goal
Seeing that both Cheng Huaiqian and Xia Ruize insisted on their ideas, the generals of the Manqi battalion decided to give them this chance after discussing and considering the bravery and valor of these two warriors before they arrived in Bianlu City.
It would be best if they could successfully slow down the marching speed of the barbarian army. Even if the delay effect is not great, the worst result is the loss of twenty cavalry.
If the barbarian army arrived at Bianlu City first, the barbarian battalion might consider giving up Bianlu city temporarily, and then confront the barbarian army after reuniting with the infantry behind.
But all the generals knew in their hearts that it would be best to defend Bianlu City. Compromise and evacuate from Bianlu City for a while, even if they succeed in blocking the barbarian army in the end, the court officials will inevitably chirp and criticize.
Therefore, even though rationality told them not to expect too much, emotionally, the generals of the Barbarian Battalion couldn't help but cast some expectations on Cheng Huaiqian and Xia Ruize, hoping that they would bring back good news.
Soon, Colonel Ma ordered twenty cavalry to be assigned to Cheng Huaiqian and Xia Ruize to lead the team.
The two immediately took orders to go, and after getting to know each other with their subordinates, they began to make preparations for the city.
Xia Ruize whispered a few words into Cheng Huaiqian's ear, Cheng Huaiqian nodded, and the two split up.
Cheng Huaiqian personally directed his subordinates to prepare supplies for leaving the city according to his requirements, while Xia Ruize ran to the courtyard where Luo Jinger was hiding.
After Xia Ruize rushed into the room, he first called out his identity, then opened the mural, and looked at Luo Jing'er in the secret room.
Luo Jing'er was curled up in a corner, looking over with wide-eyed frightened eyes.
"It's five o'clock in the afternoon on the second day. Daxia's army has arrived in Bianlu City. Bianlu City is safe for the time being, but we are leaving Bianlu City. Do you want to go with us?"
Xia Ruize asked.
Luo Jinger reacted for a while, shook her head firmly, and then asked back: "Can you stay with me?"
This time it was Xia Ruize who shook his head, and he warned, "Hide well, as long as you persist for another day and a half, take care!"
After finishing speaking, Xia Ruize left the courtyard.
In the distance, Cheng Huaiqian was already riding a war horse, leading an empty horse, followed by twenty cavalrymen, rushing here. Stopping close, Cheng Huaiqian reached out and pulled Xia Ruize onto his horse.
Xia Ruize had already smashed a "riding skill" book, which was not enough for him. After all, he had no experience in riding a horse before. Cheng Huaiqian was worried that he would go straight on the road. Now that he had the opportunity, he planned to practice with him first.
Xia Ruize also rode a horse when he took pictures in the park when he was a child, but it was just sitting on the horse, not galloping the horse, so even if he already had the skills, he still had no idea.
Fortunately, with the reins in his hands, Xia Ruize quickly got started after Cheng Huaiqian briefly reminded him of some key points.
With his teammates protecting him behind him, Xia Ruize was very courageous, and he drove his horse faster and faster in no time.
When the group of people galloped to the north gate of the city, they slowed down.
The deep pit outside the city gate in the north of the city was already being cleared by soldiers. Carefully bypassing these soldiers, the group of people increased their speed again, and rushed towards the north along the main road.
After various acceleration, deceleration and turning exercises, Xia Ruize's proficiency in controlling the horse increased rapidly, and he soon felt handy.
The air war horse he was leading came in handy, Xia Ruize and Cheng Huaiqian each had a war horse, and the speed of their journey was further increased.
It was already five o'clock in the afternoon when we left Bianlu City, and the sky was getting dark during the journey.
Two hours later, the two cavalry commanders saw that the two officers had not ordered to set up camp for a rest, so they had no choice but to propose, but Cheng Huaiqian directly refused:
"Without rest, we traveled all night to find the barbarian army, and take advantage of the darkness of the night to give them a hard time."
Xia Ruize had touched the barbarian camp with his teammates the night before, and he was very familiar with the teammate's way of fighting at times when they were not used to it.
But the cavalry who were assigned to them just this afternoon are not familiar with them. Cavalry is a precious weapon in Daxia. After all, war horses are precious resources. Training a cavalry depends on money. arrogant.
They were suddenly assigned to serve as subordinates to these two young men. It was already strange to follow them on some damn delaying mission, but now they were required to travel overnight
Do these two mountain peasants know how dangerous it is for cavalry to drive at night
Minutes are the result of the horse's ups and downs!
The two captains looked at each other, and had no choice but to ride their horses to catch up. It seems that one of the two young officers is riding a horse for the first time, and it will be unbearable to ride, so let's talk about it at that time.
The poor plan of the two ten-man commanders fell through. Xia Ruize was indeed riding a horse for the first time, but his physical fitness was too strong, so he didn't feel uncomfortable. Until it was completely dark, the two teams of cavalry didn't see the officer in front of him stop.
"Sir! It's too dark, the road ahead is not clear, it will be dangerous to continue on the road."
Finally, the tall ten captain couldn't bear it anymore, and exhorted loudly.
"Just follow our route one by one."
Cheng Huaiqian ordered without looking back.
As long as he and Xia Ruize can see clearly, their physical fitness is strong, and their eyesight has also improved. Under the illumination of the big full moon, it is not a problem to see the road within a range of more than ten meters. As long as the speed of the horse is controlled, the danger is not great. As long as the cavalry behind them follow the road they walked, they will be fine.
The two captains didn't have the confidence of Cheng Huaiqian. In their eyes, the front was pitch black, and even if they lit the torches, they could only see one meter of their body. You're kidding with their lives!
Cheng Huaiqian reined in his horse and stopped, and the cavalry behind him also stopped, thinking that the newly appointed chief had finally enlightened and no longer insisted on pointlessly.
"Since you don't want to go on your way, you can camp and rest where you are, and meet us at dawn tomorrow."
After Cheng Huaiqian finished speaking, he said to Xia Ruize, "Let's go."
Xia Ruize trusted his teammates more, so he naturally hit the horse and left with Cheng Huaiqian.
As a result, the two teams of twenty cavalrymen were left on the spot, their faces full of bewilderment and helplessness.