Zhu Youjian: Taizu has an order! kill!

However, Tokugawa Hidetada's excitement completely dissipated before it lasted long.

After being probed by his scouts, Mao Wenlong not only showed no signs of returning for reinforcements, but instead all his troops were rapidly advancing towards Kobe!

The vanguard has approached the outskirts of Shinto!

Grass!

This situation gave Tokugawa Hidetada a headache and some confusion.

Damn it, your Pidao didn’t even come back to help when it was beaten?

Or is it that Mao Wenlong didn't receive the news that Huang Taiji was attacking North Korea?

But it's impossible. The defenders on Pi Island are not blind. They will definitely notify Mao Wenlong after discovering Huang Taiji's attack.

Grinding his teeth, Tokugawa Hidetada's forehead was already showing signs of smoke.

He really couldn't understand what Mao Wenlong wanted to do.

You really don’t care about your family, you have to fight with the Japanese country to the end, right?

Figure what!

"This bastard really deserves to die..."

"Inform the supporting troops to continue to speed up!"

"Since Mao Wenlong doesn't want to leave, let's brainwash him in Osaka!"

That’s it, don’t think about it too much.

If Mao Wenlong wants to fight, then let’s fight.

As long as he delays for a few more days, he can assemble the troops, and then he can settle the accounts with this bastard!

Isn’t it just [-] people?

It really gives you confidence!

but...

Tokugawa Hidetada still underestimated the Dongjiang Army's offensive desire and marching speed at this time.

In the evening of that day, Mao Wenlong directly led two thousand vanguards to attack Kobe's outer defense line without waiting for the main force behind him to arrive.

In just half an hour, several large holes were torn open in the Komori outdoor area.

The [-] young men who stayed behind in Kobe had no temper at all when they were killed. Only less than [-] people withdrew from Kobe.

And Kobe has naturally become a torch in the dark night, bright and dazzling.

The loss of Kobe made the atmosphere in Osaka Castle instantly tense.

That’s the gateway to Osaka!

The flames soaring into the sky lit up half of Osaka's night sky.

Even the sea breeze carried a hot and burnt smell.

"Damn!"

"How did it come so fast!"

"These people are crazy!"

"You don't save any energy at all?"

Tokugawa Hidetada stood outside the house, looking at the red sky in the distance with great anger.

Mao Wenlong's marches were not so extreme before, and he usually reserved a certain amount of physical strength to prevent being attacked by surprise.

But now, the vanguard has already entered Kobe in just half a day, which is obviously the result of a forced march!

Oh shit!

There are nearly [-] troops in Osaka Castle now. Are you not afraid that I will send you to Boda now?

Tokugawa Hidetada really wanted to lead his troops to attack Mao Wenlong's main force at this time.

But after much thought, I finally suppressed the idea.

He really doesn't have much confidence in [-] against [-], so he might as well wait until reinforcements arrive early tomorrow morning to collect [-] before making any plans.

"Send me an order to recruit [-] people to garrison along the perimeter of Osaka!"

"Let all the people in Osaka evacuate and leave the young people as reserves!"

"Continue to urge reinforcements and ensure that the nearby troops arrive in Osaka early tomorrow morning!"

Calm down, the more you need to be calm at times like this!

Tokugawa Hidetada gave the order to defend through his teeth.

Osaka is not a small town, with a population of half a million!

Not far away, Kyoto also has a population of nearly [-].

The army in the city was also equipped with matchlocks and a certain number of artillery.

It is fully capable of fighting against heavy armored soldiers.

Although Mao Wenlong's decision was incomprehensible to him, as long as he was delayed, victory would definitely belong to him!

Following Tokugawa Hidetada's order.

The whole Osaka suddenly became a mess.

For a time, people were running away everywhere.

Cries and curses made the late night extremely lively.

And on a hilltop not far from Osaka.

Mao Wenlong was quietly sneaking up with dozens of people. At this time, he was constantly observing the situation in the city with a telescope.

"General, Osaka is in chaos."

"Tokugawa Hidetada placed [-] troops outside and equipped with artillery and other weapons."

"It looks like we have to hold on and wait for reinforcements from the rear."

"If we attack from the front, it may be difficult to win in a short time."

After observing for a while, the general next to him told Mao Wenlong what he saw.

Osaka Castle is now brightly lit, and the Japanese people hold up fires in an attempt to escape, but the military deployment in the city is completely exposed.

"I did a little calculation and found that there are approximately [-] to [-] troops in Osaka Castle at this time."

"With the addition of about [-] young men, the combat power is indeed not low."

"It would be a bit difficult for just ten thousand of us to win."

Mao Wenlong frowned slightly as he stared at the big city below.

Too many people.

The physical strength of heavy armored soldiers is not unlimited, and they can easily suffer losses once they become anxious.

"Yes, General, the soldiers are very tired now."

"Why don't we set up camp and rest first, then attack again early tomorrow morning."

One of the generals couldn't help but nodded and suggested.

The soldiers had just finished their urgent march. Although there were carriages to transport their armor, marching in half armor was still very tiring.

And we just had a fight in Kobe.

If we continue to attack, I am afraid that the physical strength is really different and I will not be able to withstand it.

"Every minute we delay, there will be a few more soldiers in Osaka Castle."

"If it's delayed until tomorrow morning, I'm afraid the situation will be unfavorable."

"It's better to decide tonight!"

Mao Wenlong didn't know that the men and horses in his hands were reaching their limit, but now was the best time to attack.

To put it bluntly, as North Korea was being beaten, he was really nervous.

At the moment he knew nothing about the situation on the other side of Edo.

I am afraid that the Japanese country has already asked Edo ships to pick up Huang Taiji across the sea.

When the time comes, Kotaiji will land directly near Tottori, and he will be able to head directly to Osaka.

After all, a few days have passed. Who knows if the Japanese country and Huang Taiji had any discussions in letters.

So, no more delays!

"Go and ask how long it will take for Zheng Zhilong's fleet to arrive."

"If we want to eat Osaka quickly, it will be difficult for us alone."

"But fortunately, we are not without reinforcements."

Mao Wenlong thought for a long time and suddenly looked at the sea not far away.

According to the agreement, Zheng Zhilong should have arrived near Okayama at this time and was on his way to Kobe.

He has a lot of troops in his hands, with a minimum of five to six thousand men.

And the warships are equipped with cannons and slings.

If used well, the defenders in Osaka will definitely be able to drink a pot!

"Okay, I'll go ask."

After hearing Mao Wenlong's inquiry, someone immediately went to check Zheng Zhilong's location.

Not long after, the information came over.

"Two hours ago, Zheng Zhilong showed up near Gangshan."

"Calculating the time, it only takes an hour and a half at most to arrive in Osaka."

"Do you want to contact them?"

A general informed Mao Wenlong of the situation.

Hearing that Zheng Zhilong was indeed not far away, Mao Wenlong immediately clenched his fists!

Can hit!

"Huh... notify Zheng Zhilong immediately and say that he will cooperate with our army to launch an attack in Osaka in two hours."

"Let him throw all the incendiary artillery bombs on the ship at that time!"

"When the fire breaks out, lead your troops to land at Osaka Port and cooperate with our army to attack Tokugawa Hidetada's mansion!"

It's done!

If it continues to drag on, the situation will become even more unfavorable.

It's better to take advantage of the chaos in Osaka Castle and capture it in one fell swoop!

Although it is a bit risky, Mao Wenlong thinks it is very feasible!

Tokugawa Hidetada probably never would have imagined that the Dongjiang Army in his hands would continue to attack Osaka after defeating Kobe!