Tang Xuan

At the end of May in the 31st year of Kaiyang, the city of Khotan was besieged for seven days.Luntong is well prepared, obviously trying to drag down Tang Jun's supplies.On the contrary, they have been operating in Khotan for many years, and they have plenty of food and grass, so they don't have to travel around, and they have the attitude of waiting for work at leisure.

In the big account of the Chinese Army, all the main generals of the Zhengxi Army sat together, looking at the sand table in front of them, frowning.

"General, it is really difficult to attack by force at this time." Wang Yi'an had to dissuade, "The last general thinks that it is the best policy to besiege the city and wait for reinforcements to reduce casualties."

"General, now that the three towns of Anxi are settled, and the civil strife in Tibet has just settled down, there will be no more reinforcements. Although the siege is possible, but our army's supply line is too long, if there is a mistake, the consequences will be disastrous." Xue Hua's vanguard battalion was the first to arrive Khotan, he knows it best.However, the Vanguard Battalion has many cavalry, and they do not have an advantage in the siege, so Xue Hua is also powerless.

"Stop arguing." Lang Shixin frowned, and said, "The siege has only lasted seven days, but let the Tibetans see it, and show off our majesty in the Tang Dynasty. Starting tomorrow, the four armies from the east, the west, the north, and the south will each attack one side. Qianfengying and I The Chinese army stands still, let's see what happens to the Luntong city."

Can the city be broken within ten days?Lang Shixin thought about it, but there seemed to be no perfect solution.However, besieging the city to find the opponent's flaws is a good choice.

At dawn on the second day, Lang Shixin decisively ordered to attack the city.

The general of the Eastern Route Army, Yuchi An, has always been safe. The last time he broke through Shule was his first achievement.The city of Khotan was high, and the defenders responded quickly.Yu Chi'an only attacked for half an hour before ordering Ming Jin to retreat.

"General, if you withdraw your troops at this time, you might feel fearful." The deputy general was still waiting to dissuade you, Yu Chian waved his hand, and said, "Tubo is well prepared, we can't get the slightest advantage. With the withdrawal of troops, we would not be able to squander everyone's lives." It is the general who blames it, and I will bear it all!"

Not long after the East Route Army withdrew its troops, the rest of the Route Army also gradually retreated.

Lang Shixin looked at the way the Tibetans were showing off their might, pursed his lips and said, "Order all the armies to start at noon, and take turns to feign attacks every hour, day and night without rest!"

Lang Qiao was taken aback, and hurriedly said: "General, our army is not as numerous as Tubo, is this inappropriate?"

"It's okay, it's just a feint. If you can't bear this bit of hardship, how can you serve as a soldier?" Lang Shixin shook his head, thinking of something, hesitated for a while, and asked: "How about Huai'er?"

When Lang Qiao smiled, he knew how Lang Shixin was not worried about his child.He didn't dare to delay, he was afraid that Lang Shixin would become angry, and replied: "Master, don't worry, everything is fine with your son. I heard that he wanders around Khotan every day when he is free. I'm afraid he will choke on this city."

The troubles of the past few days seemed to have dissipated, Lang Shixin said with a hearty smile: "His old man has a toothache from gnawing on it, and it doesn't matter if he chokes!"

Lang Huai was really riding a horse, wandering around the periphery.Plain gauze gown, gauze cap and hair, straight body and leisurely look, as if you are here for an outing, without the slightest evil spirit on the battlefield.

After wandering around like this for a few days, he really didn't see any flaws.Lang Huai also had some respect for that Luntong in his heart, for he was able to be like an iron bucket operated by Yutian in a short period of time.This person's mentality is really good, I don't know if there is a chance to fight once.

Let the horse run freely, Lang Huai was rehearsing the siege in his mind, and shouts came from not far away. "Master!" Lang Huai turned around abruptly, only to see Tao Jun running over with his horse desperately.

"What's the matter?" Lang Huai asked when he approached.

"Master, someone from Shule City has delivered a message." Tao Jun lowered his voice and said, "Go back quickly, it's very urgent."

Lang Huai nodded and said, "Let's go." The two of them rode back, not saying a word.He knew that Shang Zixuan must have sent the news, but ever since Shang Zixuan took charge of the trade route, he never took the initiative to contact Lang Huai.

Lang Huai deeply agrees with her attitude.Today's Mu Guogong is Lang Shixin, no matter how good his personal relationship is, he can't cross this bottom line.

Therefore, along the way, Lang Huai was guessing, what kind of news could make Shang Zixuan so anxious, he wanted to deliver the news even though he was in the army.

Back in the tent, Lang Huai told Tao and Zhu to go in by himself.The people inside were all in military uniform, with dust on their faces.When he saw Lang Huai coming in, he was also surprised by Lang Huai's attire, but after performing the ceremony, he said: "My lord, I have ordered you to bring me a message."

Lang Huai signaled the visitor to relax, and nodded for him to continue.

"A few days ago, our Congling business route was opened up, but we accidentally found out a piece of news. Since the Tibetan Zanpu Cong Canglanhu took power, he has slaughtered his brothers without mercy. But his elder brother's eldest son, Long Erxun, has already obtained He escaped after hearing the news. He should be in the city of Khotan now, waiting for an opportunity." The person said briefly, and added: "Miss Shang knows that this is a serious matter, so she sent a small speed to deliver the news. But this news , Miss Shang has an explanation, and I will only send it to you."

Lang Huai's face remained calm, but there was a huge turmoil in his heart.Fortunately, he has always been calm, and under the strong pressure, he said to the man: "I know, you have worked hard."

The man bowed his luggage and said goodbye.

Shang Zixuan was on Lang Huai's side after all, so he was only willing to leak this news to him.As long as it works properly, it will surely be able to break through Khotan City and make great contributions.

It's just that everything has to be carefully considered and carefully planned to be done in one go.

"How long have you been alone?" Mr. Zhu looked at the tent, but did not dare to go in.Whenever Lang Huai really has something to think about, no one is allowed to disturb him.

With a bitter face, Tao Jun sighed, "It will take three hours anyway."

The two looked at each other and squatted down on the ground.At this time, no matter what, Lang Huai can't be disturbed.

Mr. Zhu couldn't bear it first, and asked in a low voice: "You said that the future master will really marry a wife when he returns to Chang'an?"

This question made Tao Jun speechless, but he didn't know how to answer. "Who would know? Who in this world is worthy of such an outstanding personality as my master?"

"What do you think of Master Qi?" Mr. Zhu thought of the other kind of prince in Chang'an City, "You and Master Qi grew up together since childhood, and we have a deep friendship."

"But, but Master Qi doesn't know that Master is actually..." Tao Jun hesitated for a moment, and then said: "Actually, Master is so arrogant and arrogant, how could he...not like what he is now, how decent and free! "

"What you said also makes sense." Mr. Zhu nodded, thought for a moment, and said, "Actually, it seems that it is all right for me to marry a wife in the future. Tell me, who in the world can be better than you people?"

"But..." Tao Jun was about to say something, but was interrupted by Mr. Zhu, "Don't we women just look forward to finding a lover?"

Tao Jun thought for a while, and it seemed to be the case, but he noticed Mr. Zhu's expression showing a little shyness and longing, and he couldn't help saying: "Mr. Zhu, you are..."

Mr. Zhu lowered his head, put his bare hands on his chin, remained silent for a long time, and then said, "I don't know either."

Inexplicably, Tao Jun felt a pain in his heart.He patted the girl on the shoulder and stopped talking.What is your identity?An eunuch.Where is the qualification to say joy to her?Lord, he is more trustworthy than himself.What's more, after all, it is right in front of you, and you can spend your whole life protecting it.

Tao Jun couldn't help showing a little shy smile, but it was hidden in this gloomy night.

The ugly time passed, Lang Huai finally smiled, burned all the papers on the table, and walked out of the camp.

Tao and Zhu leaned against each other and fell asleep.Only then did Lang Huai realize that it was already dark, and he couldn't help laughing at himself: "It seems that I was too hasty."

Looking at the sky, the moon is half round, and the surrounding stars are bright, just like the mood of a young man at the moment.

Reaching out to pat them both, Lang Huai said with a smile: "Come in, don't care about anything else today, just lie down and rest!"

They both slept soundly, but Lang Huai didn't feel sleepy at all.After thinking about it, he took down the hidden spring gun, sat under the candlelight, and wiped it carefully.

Soon, he will use his own weapons to break through the defense of Khotan City and take down this military town that originally belonged to Datang for Datang.However, all the thoughts of homesickness surged up, and he couldn't help smiling.

Then, he can go home!

Mr. Zhu was playing with Mr. Lan in the small courtyard in his dream. The two sisters ran up and down, and the fluttering gauze clothes reflected the beautiful figure of the girl.Lang Huai was holding a book in his hand, and sat on the rock beside him, drinking tea and flipping through the book, leisurely.When the girl turned her head by chance, her cheeks blushed involuntarily.

Suddenly she felt itchy on her face, opened her eyes, and saw Lang Huai's magnified face, smiling at her and asking, "What are you dreaming about, so stupid?"

"Nothing!" Mr. Zhu sat up straight, looked at Lang Huai, and said, "Master, what time is it?"

"It's two o'clock." Lang Huai handed her a glass of warm water and said, "Get up."

After washing up, Lang Huai asked Tao Jun to invite Lu Lao San, and the four of them sat down in the tent. Lang Huai said, "Now, I have a plan. I don't know if I can break the city."

Lu Laosan was so happy that he scratched his head and urged, "Ah Huai, I knew you had an idea! Say it!"

"After Cong Canglanhu became Zanpu, he killed his brothers who had seized power with him. Although these people were all dead, his nephew Long Erxun was resourceful and was once deeply loved by Rinmo Zanpu, and many people supported him. Erxun, who happened to be the Lord of Khotan for a few years, if his father hadn't called him back, Lun Tong would not have come here." Lang Huai said slowly, as if pulling out a cocoon.

"I think it's a good idea to use this matter as a fuss, pretending that Long Erson has fled to Khotan now. Then, how can those subordinates who were once loyal to him obey Lun Tong? If they disagree, then it is our advantage This opportunity!" Lang Huai did not say that Long Erxun must be in the city of Khotan, but just took it as a bold assumption.

"I have asked the general for orders, and I am willing to attack the city with cavalry." Lang Huai looked at Lu Laosan and said, "Now, I have to work hard, third brother, to cheer up the boys. I thought of an idea, if it works, we Let's compare the two brothers to see who can advance to Khotan City!"

Lu Laosan's eyes lit up, and he listened carefully, the more he listened, the more delighted he became, and even Tao Jun and Zhu Jun showed a smirk.