The Jin army besieged the city, and the Song emperor’s daughter died

Chapter 19: Raising the Flag to the Six Thieves

The seventh day of the first lunar month of the first year of Jingkang!

The Jin Army's East Route Army has reached the border of Kaifeng. Wanyan Zongwang, who is wearing two pigtails, is still a little guilty at this time. The entire East Route Army only has more than 1 people. Among them, there are only seven or eight thousand Jin soldiers who are the real elite. The rest The more than [-] people were composed of Han Chinese and Bohai people from the Liao Kingdom.

With this small force to attack Kaifeng City, how could Wanyan Zong's hope be fulfilled?

Seeing that Yan Zongwang started to retreat again, the troublemaker Guo Pharmacist jumped out again: "Commander, don't panic, I know that the Song Army has an important military supply area called Moutuogang. There is plenty of food, grass, and horses. The army can be stationed here. Military supplies are available." No worries!"

Since Pharmacist Guo said so, Wanyan Zongwang couldn't be too timid and led all the troops to kill Moutuogang!
After heading to Moutuogang, Yaoshi Guo was completely stunned!

Where did the food and fodder for the army and horses come from? There were just a few big flags buzzing on the bare hills!
"Friends come with good wine, and golden dogs come with shotguns!"

"Zong Wang is buried outside Kaifeng City, and the heroes of the Song Dynasty capture the Golden Emperor!"

"Guo Yaoshi, the slave of the third surname, is as treacherous as shit!"

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Looking at the flags with black characters on a white background, which looked like funeral flags, Wanyan Zongwang was shocked and angry!
What was surprising was that Da Song was indeed on guard!

What makes me angry is that this thief, Yaoshi Guo, has misled people a lot!

Wanyan Zongwang was immediately furious and shouted: "Take down this thief Guo Yaoshi and give him a hundred military sticks!"

Before Pharmacist Guo could recover from the shock, he was pulled off his horse by several Jin soldiers.

"Commander...this is the Song people's bluff, Commander!" Guo Yaoshi, who was pinned to the ground, repeatedly explained that he was too familiar with the tricks played by the Song people.

Wanyan Zongwang was not sure of his explanation. He pointed at the bare Moutuogang and cursed: "Tell me, you thief, where did you get the food and grass, and where did you get the army and horses?"

The reason why Wanyan Zongwang was so angry was because before crossing the Yellow River south, he had already received news that Emperor Daojun had abdicated and the Song Dynasty had established a new emperor.At that time, Wanyan Zongwang had actually given up.

The emperor has been changed, it must be to cope with the Jin army moving south.

If the new emperor is tougher, he can kill his mere 20 soldiers and horses no matter what. Not to mention that when the soldiers of King Qin from all over the Song Dynasty arrive, they can gather ten times as many soldiers and horses as his own. Even if [-] people stand still If you let him cut on the spot, he will have to cut the knife to the curled edge.

Even if King Qin's soldiers and horses don't come, as long as the Song Dynasty defends the city, it won't be long before the Jin army will hastily retreat due to food and grass problems. Not only will they not get any oil or water, but they will also use their troops and troops to make a fool of themselves!
Wanyan Zongwang was actually preparing to withdraw his troops at that time!
But the troublemaker Guo Yaoshi swore that the Song Dynasty could not stand a fight and did not dare to fight the Jin army. As long as the troops came to the city, the Song Dynasty would beg for peace.

Seeing Wanyan Zongwang, he was still a little hesitant. Pharmacist Guo pointed out that Kaifeng was rich and prosperous, and there were so many beauties: "It is definitely not comparable to Yanjing in the Liao Dynasty!"

Wanyan Zongwang, who had never seen the world before, was already greatly shocked when he first entered Yanjing. How could he resist such temptation? Only then did he make up his mind and go to Kaifeng!
But for this situation, they were obviously prepared. Instead of showing no fear, they declared war forcefully. How could Wanyan Zongwang not be annoyed?

There is no food and grass on Moutuogang. This is a fact. Pharmacist Guo can't explain it, so he can only beg for mercy: "Commander, there are many villages and towns outside Kaifeng, and food and grass are not a problem. Please allow me to accept my crime and make meritorious service!"

Wanyan Zong was angry and annoyed, but after all, he was a handsome man who commanded the three armies. Now he could only bite the bullet and do it. He couldn't go on a one-day trip to the suburbs of Kaifeng and return to the court with his master, right? "Hmph, I'll keep these hundred army sticks in mind for you for the time being. I'll give you one day. If you still can't get food and grass, I won't let you off lightly!"

Pharmacist Guo wiped his cold sweat, got on his horse, and rode away with a team of light cavalry!

Wanyan Zongwang carefully looked at the terrain here. This place is faced with water on three sides and has a slope on one side. It is very easy to defend. As long as Pharmacist Guo can really solve the problem of military supplies and fodder, he can stay here for a year!Then he ordered to set up camp here.

In the city of Kaifeng, news of the arrival of the Jin army spread like wildfire. The people in the city were much calmer than a few days ago. After all, the New Year is not over yet. Those who should be open for business should be open for business, and those who should be visiting relatives and friends. While visiting relatives and friends, only a few literati who liked to discuss matters gathered in restaurants and tea shops to talk about plans to withdraw from the army!
The atmosphere in Chui Gong Hall was much more solemn than in the public place.

The main war faction was talking about when and how the Jin army would attack the city. Although the main war faction did not dare to speak, they were also whispering and discussing at what point they should attack the officials if they lost to the Jin army. Highly recommend peace talks.

Compared to these people, Zhao Fujin seemed much more relaxed, leaning on the dragon chair and looking at the ministers in the palace.

She originally didn't want to come to this court meeting. The situation in front of her was already very clear. Just fight. There was nothing else to discuss.

But in order to support Li Gang, she had to come!
Seeing that the ministers in the palace were discussing what happened after the Jin army withdrew, Zhao Fujin interrupted: "You don't have to think so far, Li Qing, I will tell you about your arrangements first, so that everyone can have a clear idea. .”

Li Gang heard the words and went out: "I will divide the 8000 forbidden troops into four columns on the four sides of the capital. Each side will be equipped with 2000 forbidden troops. 4 horse infantry will be assembled in the city and divided into four battalions: front, middle, left, and right. They can be deployed at any time according to the direction of the main attack force of the Jin army. rush to the rescue."

After speaking, Li Gang bowed and stepped back.

"It's over?" Zhao Fujin chuckled.

Before Li Gang could answer, Li Bangyan jumped out again: "Is Mr. Li such a childish joke?"

He may have felt that the officials seemed dissatisfied with Li Gang's arrangements, so he wanted to find every opportunity to criticize him, but he didn't expect Zhao Fujin to glare at him: "How about you tell me?"

Li Bangyan was stunned. The officials obviously didn't like him, so they could only retreat angrily!
Zhao Fujin ignored him and said with a smile: "Since Li Qing has already arranged it, then it will all be based on Li Qing's arrangement. I will add a few more points."

Zhao Fujin looked at Wang Shiyong: "The Jin army is attacking the city. Order in the city is particularly important. Some rogues and Jin spies are bound to take the opportunity to cause trouble. The Kaifeng Mansion will coordinate with the Imperial City Division to strengthen patrols. If there is an opportunity to cause trouble in the city, Those who are found guilty shall be punished on the spot!”

Wang Shiyong and Guo Jing came out to receive orders: "I obey the order!"

Zhao Fujin nodded and continued: "Yanfengcang is the important granary of Kaifeng City. Li Qing has to divide his troops to guard it, so nothing happens!"

Li Gang took the order: "I have made arrangements!"

"By the way, make a flag for each of Li Yan, Wang Fu, Zhu Meng and Liang Shicheng, and put it up in the city defense where they are located. Write all the previous positions of these four people on it. The flag should be big and the characters should be written clearly! I want Wanyan Zongwang to know that I, the monarch of the Song Dynasty, have no soft bones!"

"Back to the official house, Li Yan has fallen ill on the city wall these days..." Li Gang replied with a wry smile.

"As long as he is not dead, it will be fine. If he falls ill, he will be picked up by someone. I just want them to be a mascot to welcome Wanyan Zongwang. I also want to remind everyone that if you come out to mess around, you will have to pay back sooner or later! "Zhao Fujin stood up with a puff of sleeves.

All the ministers in the palace saluted one after another: "I don't dare!"

(End of this chapter)