GBP Chapter 194 Attacking Xiyun
Chapter 194 Attacking Xiyun
The soldiers returned to the barracks and ate hearty portions of meat! After dinner, they rested and gathered their strength for tomorrow's siege. Attacking the enemy's capital was a major and risky military operation. Therefore, Murong Ye sent out scouts late at night to investigate the enemy's situation. Knowing ourselves and the enemy ensured victory in every battle! Then, they formulated a siege plan!
1. Strategic Planning
1. Intelligence gathering:
Understand the defensive layout of the enemy's capital, including the height and thickness of the city walls, the location of the city gates and defensive facilities.
Understand the deployment of troops within the enemy's capital, the abilities and strategies of military commanders.
Explore the terrain around the capital and look for available attack routes and strategic points.
2. Troop Deployment:
Determine the size of the troops to be deployed, including the proportions of different types of troops such as infantry, cavalry, and archers.
Arrange vanguard troops, main forces and reserve forces to deal with different combat situations.
Consider coordinating operations with other friendly forces to jointly encircle the enemy's capital.
2. Tactical Choice
1. Siege Engines:
Prepare siege equipment such as catapults, siege towers, and battering rams to destroy city walls and gates.
Provide effective protection for siege equipment to prevent enemy counterattacks.
2. Raid tactics:
You can choose to launch a surprise attack at night or in bad weather conditions to increase the surprise of the attack.
Use spies or insiders to open city gates or create chaos to create opportunities for attacking troops.
3. Siege tactics:
Lay a long siege on the enemy's capital, cut off its supply lines, and force the enemy to surrender.
Be careful to prevent the enemy from breaking through and the arrival of external reinforcements.
3. Logistics Support
1. Food and fodder supply:
Ensure that the siege troops have sufficient food and supplies to sustain long-term combat.
Establish stable supply lines to prevent them from being cut off by enemy forces.
2. Medical Insurance:
Set up medical camps to provide timely treatment for injured soldiers and equip them with sufficient medical staff and medicines.
4. Psychological Factors
1. Morale boosting:
Carry out pre-war mobilization of soldiers to inspire their fighting will and courage.
Establish a reward mechanism to commend and reward soldiers with outstanding performance.
2. Enemy psychology:
Use psychological warfare methods, such as propaganda and spreading rumors, to weaken the enemy's morale and will to resist.
Leave the enemy an opportunity to surrender to reduce unnecessary casualties.
Attacking the enemy's capital is a complex and arduous task that requires comprehensive consideration of various factors, the formulation of careful strategic and tactical plans, and ensuring sufficient logistical support and high morale.
After all the arrangements are made, we will wait for dawn to start attacking Xiyun City!
The next day, while it was still dawn, Murong Ye led the Dafeng army to attack the first city on the Xiyun border!
With the sky full of beacon fires and the drums of war thundering, a fierce battle to attack the enemy city began.
From afar, the enemy's city towered majestically, its sturdy walls like an impassable barrier. Atop the walls, enemy soldiers stood in battle formation, their helmets gleaming, their weapons gleaming coldly in the sunlight.
The Dafeng army formed up outside the city, banners flying. The vanguard launched the attack, charging towards the city like a tiger. Archers unleashed a volley of arrows, a swarm of locusts hurling down upon the walls, attempting to suppress the enemy's firepower. Catapults hurled massive stones, smashing into the walls with a deafening roar that made them tremble slightly under the heavy blows.
The siege towers advanced slowly, their soldiers armed with weapons, ready to scale the walls and engage the enemy in close combat. The battering rams rammed the city gates with all their might, each impact shaking the earth.
The enemy troops on the city walls were not to be outdone. They counterattacked with rolling logs, stones, and hot oil, which greatly hindered our attacking forces. The shouts of soldiers from both sides were deafening, and the battle was extremely brutal.
Blood dyed the earth red, and the air was filled with the smell of gunpowder and blood. But the Dafeng soldiers did not retreat. With firm belief and fearless courage, they continued to launch a fierce attack on the enemy city, vowing to conquer it.
At this time, Su Qing was flying a helicopter with a small team of Ying San. Over the first city on the Xiyun border, Ying San led his men to throw grenades! As the grenades were thrown one by one, screams erupted from the enemy's walls, which lasted for half an hour!
On the battlefield, the cries of battle gradually subsided, replaced by a tense, expectant silence. The enemy sent a messenger, holding a white flag, who slowly approached our camp. The messenger's face was solemn, his steps heavy, knowing full well that this decision hinged on the fate of countless lives.
Murong Ye looked solemnly at the envoy. The envoy respectfully presented a letter of surrender, earnestly expressing his intention to surrender, promising to lay down his arms and obey his orders. Murong Ye nodded slightly, signaling the envoy to withdraw, and then summoned the generals to discuss the matter.
In the enemy camp, soldiers laid down their weapons, their faces showing a mixture of relief and trepidation. They took off their armor and piled it aside, their flags hanging low, their former majesty gone.
The Dafeng army cautiously approached the enemy city and took over the defenses. The city gates slowly opened, and our soldiers entered to maintain order. The civilians watched in fear, uncertain of their fate, watching this sudden change.
For the victorious side, accepting the surrender of the enemy is both an honor and a responsibility. They must properly accommodate the surrendered soldiers, handle post-war affairs, and restore order!
After Murong Ye led the Dafeng army to successfully take over the enemy city, a series of heavy and critical tasks were carried out in full swing.
The first priority was to maintain order. Soldiers quickly deployed throughout the city, maintaining law and order and preventing unscrupulous individuals from taking advantage of the chaos. Patrolling the streets with measured steps and a dignified demeanor, they gave the city's inhabitants a sense of security. At the same time, public notices were posted, announcing the end of the war and the new order, promising to protect the lives and property of the people and calming their fears.
Next came the cleanup of the battlefield. Wounded soldiers were carefully carried off and taken to medical care. The piles of corpses were carefully cleared to prevent the spread of disease. Broken weapons and siege equipment were collected, sorted, and repaired for future use. Urgent repairs and reinforcements were also initiated on defensive structures such as the city walls and gates to prevent potential threats.
Next, we took over the city's vital facilities. Granaries and government treasuries were placed under close control, with inventory registered to ensure the safety and proper distribution of supplies. Our army also occupied government offices, yamen, and other administrative structures, and began to reorganize the city's affairs and restore administrative functions.
For the civilians in the city, on the one hand, relief efforts were organized, distributing food and clothing to support families suffering during the war. On the other hand, the people were encouraged to resume production and commercial activities, allowing the city to quickly regain its former vitality. At the same time, skilled artisans, artists, and other talented individuals in the city were registered and recruited to support Dafeng's subsequent construction and development.
Finally, envoys were sent to report the victory and the situation of the city to Emperor Fengyuan, requesting further instructions and support. In the intense and orderly work, this once enemy city gradually began to integrate into the ruling order of the Dafeng Dynasty and was incorporated into the territory of Dafeng!
The atmosphere within the magnificent palace hall was solemn and dignified. Emperor Fengyuan sat high atop the dragon throne, his expression dignified yet expectant.
Suddenly, a dusty messenger hurried in, knelt on one knee, and announced in a loud voice: "Your Majesty, victory news! Our Dafeng soldiers are brave and fearless. After a hard-fought battle, we have successfully captured a city in Xiyun!"
Upon hearing this, Emperor Fengyuan's eyes lit up instantly, and the corners of his mouth curled up slightly, revealing a pleased smile. The entire court of civil and military officials also showed joy on their faces, whispering to each other and praising him endlessly.
The emperor raised his hand slightly, signaling everyone to be quiet, and then said in a loud voice: "Our soldiers are brave and good at fighting, and they are truly the pillars of the country. They should be rewarded generously for this great victory." The ministers echoed in unison and shouted long live the emperor.
Emperor Fengyuan stood up and walked to the front of the hall. His gaze seemed to traverse space as he looked out over the distant city that had just been conquered. He was filled with emotion. This victory not only demonstrated the country's strength but also brought peace and hope to the people.
Emperor Fengyuan then ordered a grand celebration in the palace to honor the soldiers' achievements. Musicians played inspiring music, dancers danced gracefully, and the entire palace was immersed in the joy of victory. This joy, like a spring breeze, spread rapidly throughout the capital, and the people cheered and took pride in the country's prosperity.