"The Great Shanyu, the slave means killing cattle and sheep and making them jerky." Although Zhongxing said it smoothly, his eyes stared at Junchen Shanyu.
"What did you say? Kill all the cattle and sheep?"
The concerns of the Bank of China were immediately confirmed. Not only did the military ministers and Shanyu jumped up from the throne suddenly, but the ministers all glared at the Bank of China.
Although the Huns grew up eating beef and mutton, they had special feelings for cattle and sheep. Slaughtering more than two million cattle and sheep at once was a huge deal for them and it was impossible to accept it.
"Han Dog!"
The ministers cursed.
The more impatient minister pressed his hand on the hilt of the knife, and his eyes were filled with hatred, as if he saw an enemy, and he wanted to kill Zhongchang immediately.
"Your eunuch!" Junchen Shanyu's tone was extremely unkind and he scolded: "There has never been slaughtered in the history of the Great Huns, and he has never been! The Great Huns warriors grew up eating beef and mutton, but the cattle and sheep are our relatives and our brothers, and we cannot slaughter them at will."
The more I talked, the more angry I became, and the eyes seemed to be gushing out of fire.
It was really hard for the Huns to slaughter so many cattle and sheep.
"The Great Shanyu, the fire in the north is still burning, and I don't know when it will be extinguished. Even if it is extinguished, the grassland is gone and cattle and sheep cannot be fed." The Bank of China said that it began to analyze: "To the east, west, and south, it is very close to the Han territory. Even if it can shed cattle and sheep, it is difficult to guarantee that the Han army will not come to attack sneakily, and another fire will come? If it is not killed now, in a few days, the cattle and sheep will lose weight. A sheep will lose one pound of meat, which is more than two million pounds, which is the food for a 500,000 army for three or four days. If each sheep loses ten pounds, it is..."
Junchen Shanyu's eyes became more and more angry, but his chest was getting heavier and more.
The ministers silently lowered their heads and pressed their hands on the hilt of the knife, couldn't help but let go.
Without grassland, how can we feed more than two million cattle and sheep? The fire in the north is burning vigorously, and no one can tell when it will be extinguished. The only way to drive cattle and sheep to a place very close to the Han territory to grazing, but it is very convenient for the Han army to attack.
If the herdsmen rushed to Hetao to grazing, it was too far to be able to replenish the supply. After thinking about it, the Bank of China said the most suitable method.
However, given the Xiongnu's love for cattle and sheep, it is difficult to accept that they have to slaughter so many cattle and sheep at once, and they feel very conflicted.
The military minister Shanyu sat down powerlessly, and the anger of the ministers disappeared, and sighs and low crying sounds were replaced.
"Shut up!" Junchen Shanyu shouted angrily, and the ministers quickly stopped their crying: "Send the order to kill all except the calves, cows, breeding cows, ewes, breeding sheep, and sheep zombies!"
This order was the most difficult order issued by Junchen Shanyu in his life. He finished it with his teeth gritted.
The ministers were extremely reluctant and had to receive the order.
As a result, the largest slaughter operation in the history of the Huns began. Hundreds of thousands of troops stopped moving forward and changed their careers to become butchers.
Where the Huns set up camp, there was a bloody storm, and the screams of cattle and sheep before they died rose to the Ninth Heaven.
There are also the Huns' whimpering crying!
This was the most sad day in the history of the Huns, and it was even more sad than the defeat of Hetao.
The morale of the military that had originally aroused by the blood oath was not much left.
Yanmen County, on the school ground.
Zhou Yang was riding on the war horse, holding the Huns' scimitar in his hand, and looking at the wooden stakes that were planted on the ground.
"kill!"
With an angry shout, Zhou Yang slapped the horse's back and rushed forward, holding up the scimitar high, bright and extraordinary. He rushed to the wooden stake, Zhou Yang roared and swung it out hard. The scimitar brought a crafty sword light, like a wall, cutting towards the wooden stake.
"Click!"
With a slight sound, a piece of wood fell to the ground. The break is smooth and flat, like a mirror.
The scimitar was not stopped at all. Zhou Yang's scimitar shook from bottom to top, and another piece of the wood fell to the ground, and the crack surface was as smooth as a mirror.
"Good knife technique!"
The sound of praise sounded like a bell was Li Guang, Cheng Bushi, Gongsun He, Gongsun Jian, Qin Wuhui and others came over quickly.
Li Guang took two steps at once, rushed over, picked up the broken wood on the ground, and praised: "The Grandmaster's swordsmanship is very impressive. Look at the wooden stake, it looks like a mirror."
Zhou Yang, who had experienced a life-and-death battle, was extremely skilled, and Li Guang and the others praised him.
"Master, I heard that after you come back, you will use a scimitar to chop wooden stakes here. Why is this?" Cheng Bushi frowned slightly, and he couldn't figure it out: "What's the point?"
Zhou Yang smiled and said, "It's right to say that it's the right idea, it's not right. Have you noticed that riding on a horse and using our sword to chop it, it's better to use the Huns' scimitar, which is convenient."
"What's the use of the Huns' scimitar?" Li Guang curled his lips disdainfully.
"The Huns are hateful, but we cannot ignore their strengths. Only by knowing ourselves and our enemies can we be defeated in a hundred battles." Zhou Yang had a different view.
Li Guang was a little embarrassed: "The general is right, it's because I, Li Guang, have a short-sighted look. Although the Huns are hateful, their riding, shooting, and slashing are really good."
Zhou Yang continued: "This time we were head-on with the Hun cavalry. I feel that our sword is not conducive to the use of cavalry, and it is much easier to use the sword. The Huns' scimitar also has defects. We cannot use it, so we have to recreate a war knife for cavalry."
"Really?" Cheng Buzhi was a little surprised and flew onto a horse, took the scimitar thrown by Zhou Yang, grabbed the horse's belly, rushed forward quickly, and the scimitar in his hand emitted a dazzling light, breaking a wooden stake.
The war horse had no intention of stopping at all. It kept rushing forward, and the scimitar in its hand kept swinging out, and a series of train-like light flashed, and a piece of cut-off wood fell to the ground.
He started to chop and was full of energy. Later, his thick eyebrows were twisted together.
As soon as he pulled the reins of the horse, the war horse rushed back and came closer. The war horse stopped, flew off the horse, nodded and said, "The general is right. Using a knife on the horse is easier than using a sword. The Huns' scimitar has been used before, but I didn't pay attention to this."
Without saying a word, Li Guang flew on the horse and chopped it all, agreeing with Zhou Yang's statement.
Gongsun He, Gongsun Jian, Qin Wuhui and others tried it, and finally agreed with Zhou Yang's opinion.
If Zhou Yang is familiar with military history, he will definitely be proud of this discovery. Using a cavalry with a knife is easier than using a sword and more suitable for chopping and killing, which is indeed a very important thing.
Before Emperor Wu of Han reformed military and political affairs, the Han army mainly used Han swords to fight. Later, a large number of cavalry were formed, and it was only then that cavalry was found to be easier to use swords than to use swords. Finally, a kind of war knife that has been famous for all ages, "ring head sword".
The Ring Head Knife is one of the most famous swords in Chinese history.
The cavalry led by the genius commanders such as Wei Qing and Huo Qubing, defeated the Huns with their ring-headed swords, recovered the Baiyue, defeated the Qiang tribe, and attacked the Western Regions, creating countless glory.
The emergence of the ring-headed sword is of epoch-making significance. It has been used for thousands of years and was not replaced until the appearance of the Tang Dynasty's horizontal sword. To be precise, the Tang Dynasty's horizontal sword was improved on the basis of the ring-headed sword.
Zhou Yang's discovery is enough to cause a major change in cavalry tactics, and the power of cavalry will be further improved.
"Master, this matter has to be discussed after the war is over." Li Guang's quick-talking man.
"The flying general doesn't know anything. You have to report it to the emperor quickly, and the emperor will deal with it." Gongsun He Yi pointed out.
Others may not understand, but Zhou Yang understood that the real essence of Jianzhang Army did not come to the north at all, but was in Chang'an, studying the tactics of defeating the Huns. If this discovery was reported to Emperor Jing, Emperor Jing would definitely ask them to study it.
"I'll write a memorial now and report to the emperor." Zhou Yang nodded.
Li Guang stopped him: "Master General, there is another thing. Guess what happened to the Huns? Should they retreat or continue to move south?"
"I guess he will continue to go south and fight to the death with us!" Zhou Yang blurted out without thinking.
The joke on Li Guang's face disappeared suddenly, and he was a little unbelievable, and asked, "How did the Grand Marshal know?"
"General Fei, do you still remember the release of Hou Chan'er?" Zhou Yang asked back without answering the question.
"Of course I remember that I think he has a good talent and want to support him for a few more years and compete with him in archery." A glimmer flashed in Li Guang's eyes.
"That's right!" Zhou Yang nodded slightly: "If we hadn't gotten so many horses back, the Chanyu, who suffered a loss, should have gone back to the north for winter. However, when the horses came to our hands, he would not be able to sit still and would definitely come and fight us."
Cheng Bushi took over the conversation: "Although the Huns looked down on the great Han, they understood the great Han. They knew that most of the great Han were skilled craftsmen and talented in fantasy. If so many horses fell into our hands, we would improve the breed. Once successful, the Huns' horses would no longer have the advantage, which was not something that the Huns could tolerate."
The Han Dynasty had advanced civilization and developed technology, which was far from comparable to the Huns. So many horses fell into the hands of the Han Dynasty, which was fatal to the Huns. If the Huns were not threatened, the military minister Shanyu could only eliminate this crisis before these horses took effect. To achieve this, there was only one big battle.
"The Huns are stopping now and are slaughtering cattle and sheep." Li Guang was very excited: "The Huns' camps are crying everywhere, and the Huns are crying their beloved cattle and sheep!"
"This must be the idea of ​​the Bank of China, and this person will be eliminated!" Zhou Yang's eyes flashed with his sharp light.
Chang'an, Changxin Palace.
Empress Dowager Dou leaned against the soft couch, her face was a little pale and haggard, and she was no longer as beautiful as before.
Beside her were a group of people, including Meiren Wang, Princess Nangong, Princess Yangxin, Princess Longlu, and Liu Yu. These people are her most beloved daughter-in-law, her most beloved granddaughter, and her most beloved grandson.
The last time Emperor Jing came, Empress Dowager Dou was very strong and encouraged Emperor Jing. However, as soon as Emperor Jing left, she became tender and heartbroken. When she saw Princess Nangong's face, she cried and cried bitterly.
As a grandmother, she was extremely reluctant to go to the Xiongnu. It was a bitter and cold place, how much would she suffer?
Not to mention, Princess Nangong wanted to marry into the Huns when the Han Dynasty was defeated. It was when Shanyu was full of ambition and ravaged and ridiculed him. How humiliating it was?
Princess Nangong is her heart. How can she, a grandmother, not be distraught? Who wouldn’t love her children and grandchildren when she is older?
Since then, she has no choice but to eat, eat well, and sleep well, which has made Emperor Jing have no choice. In desperation, Emperor Jing sent all her beloved daughter-in-law, her favorite daughter-in-law, her favorite grandson, Liu Yao, her favorite granddaughter, Princess Nangong, Princess Yangxin, and Princess Longlu to take care of her and talk to her to relieve her boredom.
However, none of these was useful. Instead, the more she persuaded her, the more she felt sad. She only said one sentence all day long, "Is there any news from the border?"
At the end of the day, she didn't know how many times she had to ask.
However, in a big battle, it takes a lot of time to decide the outcome. No one knows the outcome, so they can only persuade them with kind words.
"Nephew Dou Ying, I've met the Queen Mother!"
Dou Ying wore a cowboy, wearing an ordinary deep dress, and a Yanju suit. She quickly walked over and saluted Empress Dowager Dou.
"Is it Wei Qihou?"
When Empress Dowager Dou heard his voice, she seemed to be a person who fell into the water grabbing the straw. She leaned forward and asked hurriedly: "Do you have any news about the border?"
Dou Ying came to persuade Empress Dowager Dou at the order of Emperor Jing. Emperor Jing knew that the most annoying Empress Dowager Dou was Dou Ying among the children of Dou. He once stopped Emperor Jing from spreading the words of King Liang. Empress Dowager Dou hated and liked this nephew, and also appreciated him very much. The reason why he appreciated Dou Ying was because Dou Ying was outstanding in intelligence and very talented.
Emperor Jing really couldn't help but relieve Empress Dowager Dou, so he asked Dou Ying to come and try it.
Only when the Dou family cannot write two characters in one stroke can the Dou family be easy to talk.
Sure enough, when Empress Dowager Dou saw Dou Ying, she looked a little more happy. However, her question was too difficult to answer. Dou Ying was stunned: "Report to the Empress Dowager, there is no news at the border. The Empress Dowager should not worry. Zhou Yang is proficient in military affairs and is unpredictable in military use. He will not make any mistakes."
"Don't say this, I've heard a lot in the past few days." The crutch in Empress Dowager Dou's hand focused on the ground, and his voice was slightly higher: "Dou Ying, you are very talented, you have been familiar with military books since you were a child, and you are well-versed in strategy. In the rebellion of the Seven Kingdoms, you were in charge of Luoyang, and the Wu and Chu rebels dare not invade. Tell me, what is the winning or losing of this battle?"
"This..." Dou Ying knew very well that Empress Dowager Dou was a smart person. She could hear it. If you tell the truth, she would be even more worried. This question was really hard to answer.
"Tell me! I have to listen to the truth." The crutch in Queen Mother Dou's hand was once again focused on the ground.
"Empress Dowager, in the opinion of my nephew, the number of victory and defeat between the Han and the Huns is 55." Dou Ying decided to tell the truth: "In fact, the number of 55 is not easy for the Han Dynasty. When will the Han Dynasty compete with the Huns over the years?"
A trace of splendor flashed through Liu Yan's bright eyes next to him, and then he returned to normal. No one noticed that his hands were clenched into fists and had turned blue.
"Can the number of five or five be kept? " Empress Dowager Dou asked hesitantly.
Princess Nangong stared at Dou Ying with beautiful eyes, her breasts fluctuated rapidly, and her hands were so nervous that she squinted.
"Yes!" Dou Ying answered affirmatively: "The Huns won because there are many people, and the blood oath was used. The Han Dynasty won because of the excellent weapons, the city was high and the walls were deep, and Zhou Yang only needed to stand firm and not fight, which was an invincible situation."
Liu Hao raised his eyebrows, his pupils shrank, and he didn't say anything.
"Yeah!" Empress Dowager Dou shook her head and said, "I heard that Zhou Yang was unwilling to stand firm. He wanted to attack. Once he left the city's cover, could the great man beat the Huns? That was the 500,000 Huns who had made blood oaths!"
"The Queen Mother, my nephew has met several times with Zhou Yang. This person is smart and wise, and he is well versed in military affairs. If he doesn't make up for it, he will not leave the city. If he leaves the city, then the fighter will mature and the possibility of victory is very high." Dou Ying pondered, answering carefully.
"Dingdeng!"
A burst of rapid footsteps sounded, and Emperor Jing was floating in like a wind, holding a bundle of bamboo slips in his hand, with a happy look on his face. The joy was so strong that it was far stronger than when he ascended the throne.
"Master, what happened?"
Empress Dowager Dou was blind, unable to see Emperor Jing's expression. Hearing the footsteps so quickly, he thought that the news of defeat at the border had arrived, his face turned pale, and his crutch in his hand hit the ground, hugging Princess Nangong, tears came out: "Nangong, the miserable Nangong!"
"Grandma!" Princess Nangong burst into tears and she hugged Queen Mother Dou tightly.
"Grandma, don't cry. My father has a happy event to say." Liu Yu shook Empress Dowager Dou's arm cleverly.
"What? Happy event?" Empress Dowager Dou didn't believe her ears at all, and her blind eyes were full of doubts.
"Grandma, my father is so happy, he is even happier than the great victory in Yanmen. Is this a happy event?" Liu Feng took the opportunity to kiss Empress Dowager Dou's forehead.
"This kid!" Empress Dowager Dou teased him, and a smile suddenly appeared on her face. She asked hurriedly: "Your Majesty, isn't it?"
"My mother, don't worry, this is a huge joy!" Emperor Jing almost sang it.
"Then tell me quickly!" Empress Dowager Dou stood up nervously, her body trembled a little, and Liu Feng hurriedly supported her.
Emperor Jing did not answer, but looked at Dou Ying and turned around twice, making Dou Ying feel a little nervous: "Emperor..."
"Dou Ying, you are a young man and are proficient in strategy. I ask you, do the Huns have supplies?" Emperor Jing smiled, and his bright eyes were flashing, staring at Dou Ying.
Everyone knew that the Huns had no baggage, and asking like this was a big joke. However, Emperor Jing asked very seriously. Dou Ying did not dare to think so. He asked in confusion: "Why did the emperor ask like this?"
"Just just answer, whether there is or not." Emperor Jing had no idea of ​​explanation.
Dou Ying hesitated for a long time before saying, "Emperor, the Huns come and go like the wind, today is in the west and tomorrow is in the east. The reason why the Huns are so fast is because war horses do not require food and fodder, they only need grass. The Huns can plunder with their horses and barbecue."
"What do you mean is that the Huns have no supplies?" Emperor Jing asked back.
"Yes." Dou Ying said affirmatively.
"Dou Ying, Dou Ying, your military book is gone!" Emperor Jing stood in front of Dou Ying and smiled and said, "I tell you that the Huns have supplies!"
"The Huns have baggage?"
This comes from the mouths of Dou Ying and Empress Dowager Dou, and they both looked confused. This is a fantasy answer, and anyone will be confused.
If it weren't for the words of Emperor Jing, he would have been called a madman and would have been fantastic.
Liu Feng frowned and fell into deep thought.
Emperor Jing asked, "Taoer, what are you thinking?"
"Father, the child is thinking, if the Huns had no baggage, what would the 500,000 troops eat? If there were any, then what would the baggage of the Huns be? Where would it be?" Liu Ting frowned.
"Listen!" Emperor Jing stroked Liu Luo's head with approval: "Dou Ying, your knowledge is not as good as a child. Take it and take a look!"
The bamboo slips in his hand were stuffed heavily into Dou Ying's hand.
Dou Ying hurriedly unfolded. After a look, her mouth opened wide and her eyes stopped turning, and her face looked unbelievable, as if it was a statue.
"Ha ha!"
Chapter completed!