Chongzhen Wiretapping System

Chapter 820

The sudden appearance of these two British warships made Li Dingguo particularly vigilant.Although he had never dealt with the British, he could smell danger from this snoop.

Moreover, this incident that the British suddenly came directly to Mumbai did not appear sooner or later, but it happened after a war with the Mughal Empire. Maybe it was people from the Mughal Empire who came here Strong support at sea.

Thinking of this, Li Dingguo didn't dare to be careless, and immediately stepped up the construction of Mumbai's fortifications and stepped up his combat readiness; at the same time, he sent a clipper again to Goa to inform the Portuguese allies, and to Ceylon to report to the Governor.

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The leader of the British colonists in the east was named Max. Out of prudence, he sent two warships to find out the reality of the Ming people in Mumbai. The report said that the Ming army had about 5000 to [-] warships, and the number of them was about [-] to [-]. people around.It is likely that with the help of the Portuguese, they have Western-style sailing warships, but their technical level is average.

After hearing this report, Max was greatly relieved.With this strength, he is not afraid at all.Therefore, while dispatching troops to target the strength of the Ming army in Mumbai, he also sent people to contact the Mughal Empire, explaining that the army is very strong, and he must give some benefits, so he went all out to help the Mughal Empire. These Ming armies were wiped out.

The eldest prince Darashiko, who was in charge of communicating with these British colonists, was overjoyed when he heard that the British colonists could guarantee the destruction of the Ming army in Mumbai. As for the extra demands made by the British colonists, he didn't care.

So, he also went to Shah Jahan's place and made an impassioned speech, asking him to lead the army to Mumbai, promise to kill the Ming army in Mumbai, and share the worries of his father Khan.

Of course Dara Shiko understood that if he wanted to finally sit on the throne, the support of the army was essential.If there is a winning battle to be won, it is the best opportunity to gain prestige and must not be missed.

The completion of the Taj Mahal was imminent, and Shah Jahan's heart was devoted to the Taj Mahal. Hearing that the eldest son was so sensible, of course he agreed and even praised him a few words.

Finally, on September 25th, 2th year of Chongzhen, the Mumbai Ming army received a warning, and they did not receive Pegasus returns for the night they were released, saying that the Mughal Empire army, with about [-] people, was already mighty The land came to Bombay.

Upon hearing this, Li Dingguo dispatched the Clippers again to report urgently.Then, he asked about the details of the Mughal army.

After some understanding, he made a decision.

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The army of the Mughal Empire totaled more than 5000 people. Among them, Darashiko brought [-] elites from Delhi, and the other [-] people were all local troops, led by the local governor, and belonged to Darashiko command.

The Ming army only had [-] people. The Mughal Empire not only had an overwhelming force, but also had a very simple mission. It was to guard the coast and deter the Ming army on the island.As for the attack on Mumbai, it will be done by the British. Such a war should not be too easy.

Therefore, the army of the Mughal Empire, from top to bottom, was very relaxed.It's not like fighting a war along the way, but traveling in the mountains and rivers, just traveling.

Seeing that it is only a hundred miles away from Mumbai, if the cavalry let go and run, they can arrive in one day.Darashiko began to get excited because it was his show time.

The confidant next to him suggested to him: "The opportunity is rare, and this battle needs to be fought with the majesty of His Highness!"

If you don't make good use of a battle that is sure to win, it will be a loss.Of course Darashiko also had this intention, so after some discussion, he immediately sent cavalry troops to Mumbai with great fanfare to deter the Ming army and told the Ming army that he, the great prince of the Mughal Empire, Darashiko came up!
As for the infantry and artillery, of course they couldn't be so fast, so they were all thrown to the local governor and asked him to rush to Mumbai.

As a result, on this very night, what they never expected was a night attack by the Ming army.

That's right, Li Dingguo learned through Yebushou that the incoming army of the Mughal Empire was not very vigilant.He personally led the only [-] cavalry army, instead of defending, he went forward and greeted him.After the cavalry army of the Mughal Empire left, he became even more determined to decide to attack at night and teach the Mughal Empire army a lesson.

With the help of the cover of night, Li Dingguo bluffed and used five hundred cavalry troops as tens of thousands of cavalry troops. The momentum he created was astonishing, and he continued to set fire, which immediately defeated the infantry army of the Mughal Empire.

After dawn, Li Dingguo did not love to fight. He immediately withdrew his troops, circled a large circle, and arrived at a harbor far east of Mumbai. Army, returned to Bombay.

Darashiko is showing off his power on the coast of Mumbai, humiliating the Ming army huddled in Mumbai.And he himself, on a high ground by the coast, set up the tables and chairs he brought, and his servants held up parasols. He sat there, laughing and watching his men humiliate the Ming army on the opposite side.Listening to the compliments from his confidantes, and laughing out loud from time to time, he feels that there is nothing more joyful in life than this.

When he was happy, he suddenly heard a fast horse approaching. At first, he didn't care what could happen behind him.Besides, we had just arrived, so it was impossible for Father Khan to send someone to rush him.

As a result, what he never expected was that Kuaiqi's panicked face made him feel a little bad. When he heard that the army in the rear was raided by the Ming army and suffered heavy casualties, and he asked for reinforcements, his whole body panicked Confused: What's going on, where did the Ming army come from?Didn't the Ming army shrink back on the island?Hadn't they been investigated beforehand, there were only [-] people in total, so why were they attacked?
To be honest, at this moment, he was a little overwhelmed!

On the contrary, the general of the Imperial Forest Army beside him was relatively calm, and immediately asked Kuaiqi about the specific situation.

Naturally, this fast rider was sent by the local governor to ask for help when he was attacked.Therefore, we don't know much about the real situation. When it was said, it was that the Ming army had at least tens of thousands of people, and there were many cavalry troops, which were very powerful or something.

But the general of the Imperial Forest Army had fought too many wars, and soon discovered his flaws, and finally came to a conclusion that the strength of the Ming army would definitely not be large.After dawn, the Ming army will withdraw!

But even though he came to this conclusion, Da Lashiko was not sure, and was still flustered. He was afraid that if the rear army was gone, his side would be in danger.Therefore, the final order was to return immediately.

When he was halfway there, the second wave of messengers had arrived and reported the real situation of the battle.

It is said that there were 2000 people who attacked the Ming army at night, using the cover of night and using fire to cause chaos.However, under the wise command of the local governor, the Ming army was finally repelled at the cost of losing [-] people.

When Darashiko heard it, he was relieved. Fortunately, the whole army was not wiped out. As long as the war can finally win, this small defeat can also be covered up.

However, the generals of the Royal Forest Army beside him did not report with all their heart and speed, and raised many doubts. After arriving at the rear, they ignored the report of the local governor, surveyed the battlefield situation, and finally came to a conclusion that the army would never exceed six hundred Riding, and taking the initiative to retreat, there is no loss at all.

His conclusion made both the local governor and Dara Shiko feel very embarrassed.The fight hadn't really started yet, and he was hit head-on by the Ming army. Tell me, where should I put my face?
Darashiko can imagine that when he returns to Delhi, when his brothers know about this situation, they will inevitably spread the word for him and promote his "fame".

Thinking of this, his face became extremely ugly.

But anyway, he has a confidant, and he immediately gave him an idea, and immediately reported to Delhi, shifting the responsibility for the defeat to the local governor, and promised that as long as he personally commanded, he would be able to destroy the Mumbai Ming army. Promote the prestige of the Mughal Empire.

Of course, it is still necessary to appease the local governor in private, and he also made a promise that as long as you take the blame, you will definitely make supplements when he becomes emperor in the future.It is also indispensable that the general who bought the Imperial Forest Army also made a promise.

This kind of thing, if he really becomes the emperor, then naturally nothing will happen.But if he meets a strong challenger to the throne, his incompetence will not be ignored because of his promise.

Therefore, this incident turned out to be entirely the fault of the local governor. Thanks to Dalashiko's ingenuity and prowess, only this little force was lost and the Ming army's attack was repelled.

This defeat, of course, taught Darashiko a lesson, so that he no longer dared to underestimate the Ming army in Mumbai.In terms of military affairs, he also tried his best to obey the general of the Imperial Forest Army, and he didn't dare to be careless anymore.

Although he finally led the army to Bombay safely and set up camp, he had to rely on sea power to truly deal with the Ming army in Bombay.But the British hadn't arrived yet, so Dalashiko had to wait.

Just like that, the battle situation in Mumbai temporarily calmed down.

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On the other side, Shah Jahan's third son, Aurangzeb, also led the army eastward.He is different from Darashiko, his purpose was very clear from the beginning.Along the way, he tried his best to win over the generals of the Imperial Forest Army.The constant rewards and favors were given not only to the generals themselves, but also to other generals and subordinate soldiers of the Imperial Forest Army, which won a lot of praise.

When the army slowed down and approached Bengal, he changed his way of slowing down again, without even notifying the governor of Bangladesh, and directly led the elite in his hand through Bangladesh at a very fast speed. Go straight to Dongwu.

Of course, it is not useless here in Bangladesh, providing him with a guide who is familiar with the nearby Dongwu.

Before the Mumbai side actually fought, the war on Donggo's side kicked off first.

(End of this chapter)