Chapter 113 Elephant Lake Mountain

The most critical battle in the Zhangnan Campaign of Xianghu Mountain.

On the eve of the war, in Wang Shouren's middle barracks. Zhang Jian from Yongding County took a dark and strong middle-aged man to the door of Wang Shouren's Chinese army. The guard reported: "Zhang Jian of Yongding County has something important to report to the governor."

Wang Shouren heard this and said, "Please come in quickly."

Zhang Jian and the middle-aged man arrived at the front of the hall. Wang Shouren said kindly, "Let me show you two seats and make tea."

Middle-aged men dare not sit. Wang Shouren said again, "Sit down, don't be nervous. What's your name? Where are you from?"

Zhang Jian answered for him: "His name is Running Tiger, and he used to be a hunter in the mountains. Because he refused to follow the bandits and couldn't stay in the mountains, he ran outside the mountain to make a living by working for people.

Wang Shouren asked curiously, "Running tiger, I can see that you have martial arts skills. Why don't you go if the bandits pull you into the gang?"

The simple and honest running tiger said, "My mother won't let me. She said that the bandits did something that rob families and was harmful to nature, so I won't go."

Wang Shouren smiled, "I didn't expect you to be a filial son. Where is your mother now? Are you in good health?"

The head tiger said, "I'm in good health at my uncle's house in Chaling Village. It's just that since the bandits took over Xianghu Mountain, we can't go home, and my mother often burst into tears.

Zhang Jian said, "I found three or four guides, but only this running tiger is most familiar with the situation of Xianghu Mountain. Last year, he sneaked into the mountains to hunt. He was found by several small bandits and wanted to rob his prey because of the large number of people. He refused to give it, but he was injured by the bandits. Four tigers, take a look at your wounded governor.

The running tiger lifted his coat, and a deep scar appeared on his chest. Zhang Jian said, "So he hates bandits very much, and this time he is willing to lead us through Xianghu Mountain."

The running tiger suddenly shed tears and stood up and said, "Your Excellency, the people outside the mountain hate the bandits in the mountain. I wish I could kill them all. I know a path from the bitter stream into the mountains, which I explored when I was hunting, and even the bandits may not know it. I would rather lead the way for the officers and soldiers, and only ask the adults to eliminate the bandits and avenge the little ones!"

Wang Shouren said, "Okay! I will definitely fulfill your wish and revenge for you!" He shouted to the outside, "Come on, call General Xu Qing to discuss the matter." ......

After a while, Xu Qing came in. Wang Shouren pointed to the map and said to him, "The three battalions of Benfu Belt Standard Camp are tampered in front of the Redstone Rock. General Xu, you take 400 men and horses in your camp, all of whom are light, follow the righteous man to quietly circle the side of the redstone rock from the bitter water stream, climb up from the thorny jungle of the back mountain, and immediately shoot arrows to kill the thief bandits after reaching the top of the mountain. After the thieves were in chaos, I attacked from the front. In addition, two battalions are left to guard the intersections outside the mountain, so as not to let a thief escape the net. What do you think?"

Xu Qing said, "The plan is very good. That's... You don't have to go there in person."

Wang Shouren pretended to be unhappy and said, "Do you think I'm a civil official? Well, I don't need your division to protect me. I just need to take three family members to defend myself.

Xu Qing smiled and said, "What are you talking about, my lord? I have seen it. Adults are not only intelligent, but also brave, and even those of us who come from the army are ashamed of themselves. Just according to your excellency, you are not only a governor now, but also an admiral of the whole army for a long time.

Wang Shouren said, "You are very good at sending high hats." He turned to Ji Yuanheng and said, "Wei Qian. Please reward the running tiger with ten taels of silver.

The running tiger hurriedly said, "The villain doesn't want money."

Wang Shouren said, "Take it. Take it back to serve the elderly. Alas, it's really a three-family town, and there must be a filial son.

Zhang Jian and the running tiger retreated. Xu Qing and Wang Shouren also planned a specific battle plan.

Three days later; Location: at the foot of the redstone rock at the Xianghu Mountain.

More than 1,000 Ming soldiers are mastating on the red stone rock. They set up seven or eight fire tongs and bombarded the pass on the mountain from time to time. After the bombardment, a group of Ming soldiers began to charge forward. The bandits on the mountain quickly shot down with bows and arrows, and the Ming army at the foot of the mountain fought back with a long-range crossbow. At first glance, the war was very fierce, and the two sides suffered casualties. However, there is only one mountain stone path on the hematite rock that can walk side by side with two people. The officers and soldiers fought for most of the day, and there was no decent progress.

In front of the position at the foot of the mountain, Wang Shouren and his servants Wang An, Wang Zhen and Wang Xiang were watching the battle. The three servants did not know Wang Shouren's strategy and looked anxiously at the situation that could not make progress. Wang An said, "Sir, you are usually resourceful. Why are you so cowardly in this battle today? Why don't you think there is a way?"

Wang Shouren said coldly, "Aren't I'm trying to figure it out?"

At this time, there was a sound of horseshoe behind him. Wang An looked back and said, "Oh, Mr. Zhou Ji is here."

Wang Shouren saw it and said strangely, "Zi Shan, why are you here?"

Zhou Ji took several servants, dismissars and saluted Wang Shouren and said, "Teacher. The governor's government has almost done the investigation of the suspected minor officials. It happened that there were several official documents from the Ministry of War, and my master also sent a letter from home. I took this opportunity to come to the front line. First, I sent a letter to the teacher, and second, I wanted to practice and experience it in the actual battle.

Wang Shouren smiled and said, "I know you can't forget the incident of meeting the water thief on the Ganjiang boat. Well, come as soon as you come. And watch the battle here without my permission, you can't move forward.

Zhou Jigong said, "Yes." After saying that, hand over the official document and family letter. Wang Shouren took it apart leisurely to read. ......

At the same time, on the redstone. The bandit leader Yellow Cat Li and the bandit leader Wu Jiewang are also watching the battle. Sister Wu Wang said, "Brother Huang, look at today's offensive of the officers and army. Although it is supported by artillery and strong crossbows, it has also injured more than 20 of our brothers, but they just can't get close to Chishiyan. If they continue to fight like this, even if they fight for a month, they will not succeed!"

The cunning yellow cat looked at the war situation, shook his head and said, "You can't take it lightly. Wang Shouren is extremely cunning. King Zhan lost his head because of the loss of underesthe enemy. Wangzi, you have to stare here for a moment during the day. You can't relax at all. At night, I'll call someone to replace you.

Wu Jiewang said, "Yes, big brother." He looked down the mountain again and said, "Brother, look at the distance, it looks like the headquarters of the army. Why don't we find a chance to touch him, kill some of his officials, and get the evil spirit of Changfu Village's failure?

The yellow cat said, "Yes, it's up to you. It's time for lunch. I'm going back to have a rest.

The battle has become sparse and continues. ......

At the same time, behind the Chishi Rock Mountain. The hunter rushed to the tiger and commanded Xu Qing to take a battalion of light-armed officers and soldiers to walk across the bitter stream, and then climbed up the steep cliff. The running tiger went up first, and then dragged the officers and soldiers below one by one with a rope. After climbing the cliff, Xu Qing patted the running tiger on the shoulder and said, "Good job." He handed over another kettle, smiled honestly, and took the kettle and took a sip of water. Xu Qing said, "Four tigers, how far is it?" The running tiger said, "It's less than five miles." Xu Qing whispered, "Keep moving forward and don't make a sound."

The elite Ming soldiers walked gently through the mountains of the thorny jungle. ......

When the officers and soldiers of Xu Qing's territory finally climbed to the top of the mountain behind the red stone rock, they saw that the Ming army at the foot of the mountain and the bandits in the crossing were still in the confrontation. Xu Qing ordered: "Suish the arrow. All aim at the bandits and shoot me!"

"Wo!" A long roar cut through the sky, and both the enemies and us above and below the redstone rock were shocked by the gunpowder arrow. Then, hundreds of eagles were shot like flying locusts, and the sharp arrows mercilessly shot into the chest of the bandits. Suddenly, nearly a hundred bandits fell to the ground. Some of the Ming officers and soldiers slid down with ropes from the top of the mountain, and the rest followed suit one after another. They landed on the open space behind the Chishiyan passed and immediately fought with the remnants of the bandits who had just woken up from panic. Xu Qing on the top of the mountain ordered: "Unfold the red flag!" Several soldiers untied the flag tied to their waists and waved them away at the top of the mountain. At first sight, the Ming army at the foot of the mountain rushed up and launched a real attack on the red stone rock pavement.

The yellow cat civet and Sister Wu Wang who came out of the hut saw that their feet were in chaos and knew that the general trend had gone. Sister Wu Wang asked, "Brother, what should I do?"

The cat said viciously, "Fight for it. I have to pull a few as cushions when I die.

Sister Wu Wang suddenly had an idea and said, "Brother, let's quickly hide in the cave over there. When a large army rushes over, we will come out and walk in the opposite direction. Maybe we can kill and save our lives."

"All right!" Huang Maoci and Wu Jiewang immediately led their own soldiers and ran to a nearby cave.

The bandits on the mountain were attacked and lost their leaders, and soon collapsed into the army. Ming officers and soldiers rushed through the Chishiyan Pass and continued to attack deep into the bandit's nest. ......

Wang Shouren, Zhou Ji and three servants at the foot of the mountain, plus several staff servants. At this time, there were only more than 20 soldiers around. Wang Shouren said with a smile, "General Xu Qing really lived up to his expectations and climbed the red stone rock from behind. Now, the stubborn bandit of Xianghushan is completely finished. He said, "Let's go. Let's also climb Xianghu Mountain to see the scenery."

20 or 30 people in this line climbed the redstone rock and walked along the mountain road to the hinterland of Xianghu Mountain. Suddenly, a bandit of more than 20 people rushed towards them along the only mountain path. Some bandits shot only a few arrows left, and two standard battalion guards fell down. As soon as Zhou Ji saw it, he panicked and somehow gave birth to courage. He held his sword in his hand and shouted, "Don't let these bandits hurt the adults!" After saying that, he stood in the first row and fought with the bandits who rushed to him.