bookcurios Chapter 300 Harassment Force
Chapter 300 Harassment Force
The Yan army in Guangning City is making intensive preparations for defense.
After a while, Jiangzuo had dispatched 500 soldiers from the Anding Army to accompany Qin Yu to Zhucheng to block the advance of the Chen army.
The vanguard troops of the Chen army that came to attack Guangning City this time did indeed march from the capital area to Guangning City via Zhucheng.
Jiang Zuo did not have high requirements for this force. It would be enough to just block part of Chen’s troops for one day.
If a flexible and maneuverable army could be deployed outside Zhu City, it would be enough to pose a considerable threat to the rear of the Chen army.
These soldiers all carried a small amount of ammunition and pistols.
Since they were a team deep behind enemy lines, they did not need to engage in direct combat with the Chen army. They only needed to ambush and harass, delay the Chen army's attack, and buy time for the Yan army's rear supplies.
"Xue Yao, you will lead the team this time. Remember to be cautious in everything you do."
Jiang Zuo instructed a member of the Anding Army, Jiang Zuo.
A young man walked out from the crowd, leaned forward and said, "Yes, sir."
Jiang Zuo was still worried at the moment, and reminded them again: "You only need to harass the enemy's follow-up troops and cut off Chen Jun's logistics routes. Do not engage in a head-on confrontation with Chen Jun. Remember the sixteen-character strategy I told you before."
Xue Yao said: "I remember it clearly. When the enemy came, I ran away. When the enemy ran away, I chased them and harassed them continuously."
Jiang Zuo said: "Uh... about the same. After two days, regardless of success or failure, return to the outskirts of Guangning City. If Guangning City is besieged, you will cross the river and return to Jiangzhou City."
Xue Yao nodded again and said, "Please rest assured, sir. I will keep it in mind."
Jiang Zuo nodded slightly, then turned his gaze to Qin Yu and whispered, "Remember, you only need to lead the way. Don't risk fighting on the front line. If you encounter danger, run away with your brothers and never fall into the hands of Chen's army. If you can't return to Guangning City, then go to Qishan."
Qin Yu nodded and remained silent.
Jiang Zuo added: "When the time comes, remember to stay away from the battlefield and don't act on your own to avoid getting into any trouble."
"I know, I know. Why are you being so long-winded? Time is urgent. We have to leave immediately."
Qin Yu said with a hint of impatience.
"Am I being long-winded?"
Jiang Zuo was slightly stunned, as if he remembered someone who had evaluated Jiang Zuo in the same way before.
"I'm just worried that you might get into danger when you get on the battlefield."
Jiang Zuo said again.
"It's not like I haven't fought in a war before. I won't be nervous when I get to the battlefield."
Qin Yu said calmly.
"You also fought a war. Who did you fight?"
Jiang Zuo was quite curious.
"We are attacking you Yan people."
Qin Yu said lightly.
Jiang Zuo: “…”
This little girl Qin Yu actually said such words in the Yan army camp, and she was not afraid that other soldiers would be unhappy when hearing it.
As early as a few years ago, when the Qin family was still favored by the emperor, as a local army, they would occasionally clash with the Yan army on the border.
At that time, Qin Yu was only in his teens and just followed his father and brother to the front line, but did not actually fight in the battlefield.
Qin Yu was actually a little nervous during this trip, but she pretended to be calm in order to avoid Jiang Zuo seeing it.
"Then get ready and leave the city immediately. Be careful."
Jiang Zuo patted Qin Yu on the shoulder.
Qin Yu was stunned for some reason and looked up at Jiang Zuo.
At this time, Jiang Zuo came to Xue Yao's side and whispered: "Remember, don't give her a weapon..."
If Qin Yu was given weapons, given her personality, she might really take risks. Jiang Zuo only wanted her to act as a guide.
Xue Yao also whispered: "I understand."
"What are you guys secretly talking about?"
Qin Yu noticed something strange.
"Ahem... I didn't say anything." Jiang Zuo said, "I didn't say anything. I just said that your brother's situation has stabilized. After this matter is settled, why don't you go back to the Qin family first?"
Qin Yu shook his head decisively and said, "No need, we'll talk about it later."
In Qin Yu's eyes, her brother was a strict relative who did not show much concern for Qin Yu on weekdays and instead gave her severe scoldings.
In contrast, although Jiang Zuo had only known Qin Yu for a short time, Jiang Zuo cared for her in every possible way, which moved Qin Yu greatly.
More importantly, that night, she and Jiang Zuo...
"lets go."
Jiang Zuo said.
Qin Yu seemed to have something to say, but hesitated. He followed Xue Yao, mounted his horse, and prepared to walk out of Guangning City.
Looking at their departing figures, Jiang Zuo felt a little more worried for some reason.
Five hundred Anding Army soldiers, carrying some ammunition, headed in the direction under the leadership of Qin Yu.
Their mission this time is extremely important, and they must buy time for Guangning City.
Two hours later, they finally entered a valley.
Ahead of them, there was a mountain blocking their way.
"You can't ride horses on the road ahead. Let's leave the horses in this secret place and leave some brothers to guard them."
Qin Yu said that at this time, she had already integrated into the Anding Army.
Xue Yao also nodded and ordered more than ten soldiers to stay here, while the rest followed Qin Yu and climbed up the mountain.
"This way."
Qin Yu walked in front.
This path is indeed hidden and the road is rugged. After crossing this mountain, you will go directly to the official road outside Zhucheng. From a high place, you can even overlook the entire Zhucheng.
If this important position is occupied, it will be enough to threaten the rear of Chen’s army.
Fortunately, Chen Jun did not discover such an important strategic location.
About an hour later, the soldiers of the Anding Army, carrying a lot of equipment, walked out of the mountains and forests, and the official road leading to Guangning City appeared in their sight.
"It should still be in time."
Qin Yu murmured.
Xue Yao said: "We will ambush here and wait for Chen's army to move north."
This official road is located halfway up the mountain, and the Anding Army can ambush in the woods and attack the passing Chen Army from a high position.
"Put the explosives in the middle and detonate them once Chen Jun's troops arrive."
Xue Yao gave another order.
"clear."
After a while, the soldiers of the Anding Army had placed the explosives and poured some combustible oil on the official road. Now they only had to wait for the arrival of Chen's troops.
Qin Yu was also lying in the woods and asked, "Where's my gun?"
"Lord Jiang has ordered that Miss Qin please retreat to a safe place."
Xue Yao did not forget Jiang Zuo's instructions.
"Give me the gun. Don't forget that I'm a better shooter than you."
Qin Yu said.
Just as Xue Yao was about to say something, Qin Yu went forward and took a musket. This time, she decided to fight alongside the Anding Army.
Xue Yao was of course unable to persuade Qin Yu's stubborn character, so he had to ask someone to keep an eye on her and take her away immediately if anything happened.