Chapter 872: Strange Strategy to Behead the Heavenly Pride

Remnant Mongol Army, Central Army Array, Golden-Topped Tent of the Dome.

Aleitang and the general who requested troops heard Khan Anda Khan's words, and they were very confused in their hearts.

But they knew Khan Anda Khan was a hero of the grassland. Although he didn't read or write like the Han people, his talent was heaven-sent, and he was proficient in military strategy, with few people in the three tribes of the Remnant Mongols being able to surpass him.

His judgment and determination on the war were often planned in advance. It was common for Aleitang and others to not understand his meaning for a while.

He asked, "What the Khan said, taking Yuanzhou directly, is too early. But the Great Zhou is cautious in responding to the war this time, and now guard armies are gathering everywhere.

Three passes north of the Love Shenjing are gathering sixty thousand troops. As the war continues, they will continue to mobilize troops.

By then, the military strength will increase, and attacking Yuanzhou again, wouldn't it be even more difficult?"

Khan Anda Khan said, "This southern expedition has been planned for many years. I have already understood the soldiers of the Great Zhou everywhere.

Jiangnan is a wealthy place of the Great Zhou, a place of money and tax granaries. It looks peaceful and peaceful, but in fact, there have been undercurrents for a long time.

At the beginning of the Great Zhou's founding, they left too many hidden forces there, which are still difficult to get rid of. It's just that the hidden roots are buried deep, and they can't break out for a while.

At the beginning of Emperor Emperor Jia Zhao's reign, the hidden sect in Jiangnan rebelled, and although it was shocked and beheaded by the Great Zhou royal family, the hearts of the people in Jiangnan were repeated.

The royal family has always been wary, and the heavy troops in various states in Jiangnan will not be easily mobilized, so as to prevent others from taking advantage of the situation and causing a fire in the backyard.

The Great Zhou's response to mobilizing troops can only come from various states in the north of the river, but each state still needs to leave troops to garrison, and the number of troops that can be mobilized is limited.

Coupled with our surprise attack on the Dongdang Town military granary, we seized 600,000 dan of grain and grass from the Zhou people.

With such a big hole, the Great Zhou won't be able to fill the deficit for half a year.

The eight border towns in the north need grain and grass supply, and the three passes in the north need grain and grass to gather troops. Even if the Great Zhou has vast land, it will be stretched for a while.

Because of the temporary restriction of grain and grass, the troops that can be mobilized in various states north of the river will be reduced by 30%. Otherwise, if too many troops gather at the three passes, how can they be fed?

The Love Shenjing is the capital of the Great Zhou and needs heavy troops to guard it, so it will reduce the number of troops that can be mobilized north by another notch.

I have calculated many times in advance that by the end of spring this year, the number of troops gathered by the Great Zhou at the three passes will be at most 100,000.

Our Mongol three tribes have 150,000 soldiers. Even if we can't all go south, the military strength of both sides is equal, so there is no need to mess up our own formation.

Moreover, victory in war never depends on the number of troops, but on the general's ability to plan and fight."

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Although Khan Jirang Khan had deep estrangement from Khan Anda Khan, hearing this, he couldn't help but secretly admire him.

Khan Anda Khan had planned to occupy Dongdang Town and seize hundreds of thousands of grain and grass, which was calculated to hit the vital point and eliminate the Great Zhou's troops.

Calling it "planning in the tent and winning a thousand miles away" was not a false statement at all…

He heard Khan Anda Khan continue, "The Great Zhou has many generals, but how many are outstanding?

Only Liang Liang Chengzong is my formidable enemy, and the rest are not worth worrying about.

Emperor Emperor Jia Zhao appointed Liang Liang Chengzong as the commander, which was a good move. This person must be cautious in acting as a commander.

Liang Liang Chengzong has fought with me many times, and we are familiar with each other's tactics and strategies. To win this time, we must win by surprise and cut off his opportunity to predict the enemy."

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Khan Anda Khan turned his gaze toward Aletang and said, "Aletang, you have always been quick-witted and possess deep schemes and heavy suspicion."

According to the news from the spies in the Love Shenjing, you should know how far the Liaodong Town is from here, and when he will arrive at the main army of the three passes."

Aleitang heard Khan Anda Khan's words and seemed to have some realization. He said, "The Great Zhou Emperor issued an edict to set the commander several days ago.

Even if the Emperor issued the edict in advance, the imperial edict reached Liaodong Town, and Liang Liang Chengzong set off immediately, traveling day and night, it would take ten days to go back and forth.

And the Great Zhou's nine border armies are standing elite troops that must be drawn upon. Even to ensure the safety of the northern border, they will not draw too many elites.

But Liang Liang Chengzong cannot go south alone. As long as troops are mobilized, the marching of people and horses, and the preparation of grain and grass, all take time.

It will take more than ten days for Liang Liang Chengzong to arrive at the three passes north……"

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Khan Anda Khan's face showed a smile, but there was no warmth, only overflowing gloom and cruelty.

He said, "These ten or so days are a great opportunity for us to control the war situation and be sure of victory.

The person in charge of the main army at the three passes north right now is the Great Zhou's Duke of Qi, Chen Yi, who is an old man. Although he is also an old general, he has no outstanding commander talent and is not worth worrying about.

According to the reports from the dark stakes in the Love Shenjing, his grandson is involved in the military granary leakage. It is easy to abolish this person, but it is not yet time……"

Aleitang heard Khan Anda Khan's words, and his heart was also filled with awe. Khan Anda Khan was the commander of the army and planned major events for the advance and retreat of troops.

But in the subtle places, he was still flawless. The leakage of Chen Chen Ruichang was also planned by the Khan long ago. He was calculated and had no omissions.

As long as the timing was right, the Great Zhou's main commander had not arrived at the three passes, and the deputy commander had first fallen into crime. Wouldn't the Great Zhou's three-pass army be leaderless in an instant!

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Khan Anda Khan continued, "We must take advantage of Liang Liang Chengzong's not yet taking office to disrupt the Zhou army's formation and make their troop operations fall into chaos and turmoil.

Even if Liang Liang Chengzong arrives at the three passes, he will be exhausted by this. If he loses 30% of his ten-part military strategy, it will be much easier to defeat him!"

He looked at the general who had just requested to fight and said, "Manhai, among my sons, you are the most brave and good at fighting, and you have never been defeated so far.

You are the eagle of the grassland and the sharp blade in your father's hand. Asking you to attack the small Yaoshan Station is like using a butcher's knife to kill a chicken. I have another important task for you."

Manhai was the youngest general present, wearing armor, with a burly figure, a face full of flesh, and an aura of bravery and strength.

Because of the relationship between father and son, his eyebrows were similar to Khan Anda Khan's, and he was an important general under Khan Anda Khan.

But Aleitang and others knew deeply that Manhai looked rough and brave, but he was definitely not brave without strategy. He was cautious and quick-witted in marching and fighting, and was highly valued by Khan Anda Khan.

Khan Anda Khan walked to the map and said, "I will select two thousand elite cavalry, and you will have full command. Bypass Yaoshan Station overnight.

Go east along the western foot of Yunzhi Mountain, use the small path in the dense forest there, hide your tracks, and march urgently for three days, and you will reach a village town called Wawu Town."

This place is only twenty miles away from the east suburb of the Love Shenjing. A fast horse sprint will take three quarters of an hour, and you can reach the city of the Love Shenjing!"

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Everyone present was shocked by Khan Anda Khan's words. The two armies had not yet fought a large-scale battle, and bypassing to attack the Love Shenjing was too impatient.

Khan Jirang Khan on the side also frowned slightly, but didn't say a word. Such a surprise attack strategy, the two thousand elite troops led by Manhai, must be the elites of the Tumut tribe.

He wouldn't use the soldiers of the other two tribes. Although the three Mongol tribes were allied, Khan Anda Khan was meticulous and kept limited trust in the other two tribes.

Since he wouldn't use the soldiers of the Ordos tribe, Khan Jirang Khan wouldn't easily speak out, just watching the changes……

Manhai's eyes showed heat, "Father Khan wants me to take the Love Shenjing directly. Driving with only two thousand elite cavalry, I'm afraid it's not enough."

Khan Anda Khan smiled, "The Love Shenjing is the capital of the Great Zhou, with high walls and deep moats, and heavy troops guarding it.

Wanting to occupy the Love Shenjing, not to mention two thousand elite cavalry, even an army of 100,000, I'm afraid it cannot be easily occupied.

I let you lead another army to approach the Great Zhou's Love Shenjing. I have other intentions. How to coordinate the battle, I have already written in the brocade bag.

After leading the army out of the camp tonight, you can open the brocade bag and act according to the plan."

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Khan Anda Khan took out a dark gray brocade bag, both ends sealed with woven thread. To use the secret documents in the bag, one must violently break it, which was a method to prevent leakage in the army.

Khan Jirang Khan and Aleitang knew clearly that Khan Anda Khan had high expectations for Manhai's surprise strategy, so he was cautious and didn't release it.

They each guessed how Manhai would operate when he arrived near the Love Shenjing with two thousand elites, but no one could guess the truth……

Khan Anda Khan said, "After Manhai goes on an expedition tonight, the army will immediately lock the camp. After dawn tomorrow, immediately attack Yaoshan Station.

But you must attack without occupying, forming a deadlock with the Zhou army. If it lasts for more than two days, the three passes in the north will definitely send reinforcements.

The Great Zhou's tens of thousands of troops going north will be contained at Yaoshan Station, and the troops will continue to move north, which will be the opportunity for our army!"

The people present heard Khan Anda Khan's words, and each of them pondered in their hearts. Some vaguely guessed Khan Anda Khan's intention, while others were still like falling into the fog.

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Khan Anda Khan suddenly said, "I heard that the Great Zhou built a firearms workshop in the east suburb of the city, manufacturing various firearms, and the person in charge is the Count of Lord Weiyuan, Jia Cong.

Aleitang, you have stayed in the Love Shenjing for several months. Have you investigated the Great Zhou's firearms workshop?" ===== CHAPTER 873 =====