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Volume 1: Eagle Chapter 501: Artillery burns the city

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    Looking at Xiong Tingbi standing in front of him, Sun Chengzong, who was dressed in military uniform, was slightly surprised. He raised his head and asked, "Fei Bai, what's wrong? Is there something wrong?" "Sir, several groups of troops left Tieling City this morning.  Some went in the direction of Fushun, and some went to the northwest grassland. Xianguan estimated that these were the troops sent by Jiannu in the city to ask for help. Did Xianguan think that he should send someone to chase them?" Xiong Tingbi frowned.  Frowning, he seemed to be hesitant, waiting for Sun Chengzong to make a decision.  After being slightly startled, Sun Chengzong looked at Xiong Tingbi in surprise, and finally said with a smile: "Fei Bai, there seems to be no bad blood between me and you. If you have something to say, you can't say it directly, you have to go around in circles!" Xiong Tingbi blushed suddenly, but it was him.  His face was as thick as iron, and he was a little embarrassed at this time.  Those who asked for help did not need to intercept them. Now Jiannu no longer had the ability to organize a large-scale rescue force. The few who came were just killing people for the Ming army, so there was no need to worry about it.  Xiong Tingbi naturally had something else to do when he came to see Sun Chengzong, but he had no good excuse to ask. Unexpectedly, he found an excuse and was exposed by Sun Chengzong.  Smiling awkwardly, Xiong Tingbi said helplessly: "Your Excellency, you are aware of everything. Naturally, I am not trying to hide your Majesty. It's just that" "There are some things that are difficult to say, right?" Looking at Xiong Tingbi playfully, Sun Chengzong said with a smile: "  Of course I can pretend to be confused, but I don¡¯t think Fei Bai needs to be so outspoken. It¡¯s okay to say whatever you want!¡± ¡°Sir, I want to personally direct the siege!¡± Xiong Tingbi was suddenly moved, and his face became serious.  , said to Sun Chengzong.  Looking at Xiong Tingbi who looked serious, a surprised look flashed across Sun Chengzong's face. He pondered for a moment and said, "Where did Fei Bai say that? Can you talk to me about it?" "Master Qi, since the last time in Shenyang City  In the battle, Xianguan has not made any achievements so far, and he is unworthy of his trust in the emperor. The Liaodong army has just been built. As the commander of Liaodong, Xianguan has no real achievements, so it may be difficult to restrain his subordinates!" Xiong Tingbi said with a look on his face!  He looked at Sun Chengzong with a somewhat troubled expression and a slightly uneasy look.  Sun Chengzong is the governor of Liaodong, so naturally he does not need to attend every battle in person. The people below will naturally have a share of his contribution in winning the battle.  However, he didn't expect Xiong Tingbi to have such concerns, but he always felt that something was wrong. After thinking about it for a while, Sun Chengzong understood.  The Ming Dynasty used civilian officials to control military generals. This has long been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. As Xiong Tingbi was the Liaodong manager, how could the people below dare to disobey?  However, awe and fear are naturally not the same, but they are not as serious as Xiong Tingbi said.  "Fei Bai, I'm afraid there is another one here, Fei Bai didn't say anything!" Sun Chengzong put down the pen in his hand, took the helmet on one side and put it on, took his sword from the weapon shelf, and said with a smile.  Xiong Tingbi naturally did not tell the truth. He did not want to compete with Sun Chengzong for credit. He was incapable of doing so and would not even think about it.  It's just that he hasn't fought for so long, and it's inevitable that he feels itchy. Now that he has the opportunity, he naturally doesn't want to give up.  Seeing that Sun Chengzong had even guessed his own little thoughts, Xiong Tingbi did not explain, but bent his waist downward again and said, "Please help me, sir!" He walked over and helped Xiong Tingbi up. Sun Chengzong said with a smile, "Why bother with Fei Bai?"  So, how can I be an unreasonable person? Besides, I have nothing to worry about when I leave the matter to Fei Bai. I will watch the battle for Fei Bai today! Look at the powerful soldiers Fei Bai has trained, don't let me down!"  Xiong Tingbi suddenly beamed with joy. Although he was very confident, he didn't feel relieved until the end of the matter.  Looking at Sun Chengzong with a smile, Xiong Tingbi nodded vigorously and said, "Don't worry, sir, I will not disappoint you!" Sun Chengzong smiled and nodded, looking at Xiong Tingbi with approval, but the worry flashed in Sun Chengzong's eyes,  Xiong Tingbi never saw it.  Waving his hand, Sun Chengzong motioned to Xiong Tingbi to go out, while he stayed quietly in the tent.  Sun Chengzong knew very well in his heart that he could be said to be an outlier in the two hundred years since the founding of the Ming Dynasty. If we talk about powerful people, he can definitely be ranked among the top few.  As the teacher of two generations of emperors, the chief minister of the cabinet, he also commanded so many troops.  Since the founding of the Ming Dynasty, the only person who has been more powerful than himself is probably Zhang Juzheng. Those eunuchs who usurped power have no chance to come to the fore.  When the emperor uses it, it is naturally majestic. Once the emperor has murderous intentions, it will all be withered bones in the valley.  As the saying goes, not being jealous is mediocre, but if a tree is as good as the wind, it will be destroyed. Sun Chengzong's psychology is very clear.  If the general wants one to be reused, then raising bandits is definitely a very good way, but Sun Chengzong will not do this. He just wants to pacify Liaodong. He sighed softly. Now that the emperor values ????him, it is inevitable that one day he will not be suspicious of him.  , I have told myself countless times that I need to know how to advance and retreat, but knowing how to advance and retreat and being able to advance and retreat are not the same.So good!  The situation in Liaodong had just opened up, and Sun Chengzong couldn't let go.  Listening to the horn sound outside, the expression on Sun Chengzong's face became more and more determined. Even if he died without a burial place, Liaodong must be pacified. As for the merits and demerits, let's leave it to future generations to comment!  ??Strode outside the tent, looking at the assembled team, Sun Chengzong stepped forward with a serious face and got on his horse.  The Ming army had been prepared for a long time, and now under the command of Sun Chengzong, it marched towards Tieling City.  In Tieling City, Abai stood at the top of the city with a serious face, and his armor made him look very majestic.  At this time, Abai is no longer as elegant as before, and now he is more like Nurhachi's son.  "Master Beile, the Ming army is coming!" A commander ran over quickly, with a bit of panic on his face, and said panting.  Looking at the commander with a frown, Abai's face flashed with surprise. He didn't expect that Laot, who had followed him for a long time, would be like this.  Staring at Laot, Abai lowered his voice and scolded: "Look at your appearance, are you still the same Batulu who is not afraid of life and death?" Laot suddenly stood there, his face flushed.  She was red, and her lips opened and closed a few times but nothing came out.  Looking at the Ming army in the distance, Laot's face was no longer worried and fearful, but full of fighting spirit and determination.  Abai nodded slowly, and felt relieved. No matter what, he must defend Tieling.  Once Tieling is occupied by the Ming army, Kaiyuan cannot be saved. This is certain.  If Kaiyuan and Tieling were lost, Abai could not imagine the consequences.  Now Nurhachi is leading troops to fight in the northwest. Once Kaiyuan and Tieling are lost, it means that the way back is cut off.  Nurhaci wanted to break Sun Chengzong's blockade, but Abai found it difficult.  If you take a detour, it will be even more troublesome.  It is already October, and winter has quietly arrived. If we take a detour at this time, I am afraid that the army will be buried in heavy snow.  I don¡¯t know why the Ming army didn¡¯t attack Tieling at this time. I don¡¯t know why the Ming army has so many troops. Abai can¡¯t think about it, let alone dare to think about it.  Thinking of the consequences of losing Kaiyuan and Tieling, Abai shuddered and clenched his fist tightly. Even if he died in battle, he could not lose Kaiyuan and Tieling.  The Ming army had already formed a formation outside the city, and Abai Qin was commanding at the top of the city, which meant that his banner was standing on the top of the city.  He has passed down the order. As long as he persists until the reinforcements of the Great Khan arrive, everyone will be rewarded.  It was Xiong Tingbi who commanded the siege. It was the newly formed infantry who showed their strength this time. As for the 20,000 cavalry, Sun Chengzong would not be exposed too early.  At this time, Xiong Tingbi was dressed in military uniform and had a serious face, but there was excitement in his eyes that could not be concealed.  I have been waiting for this day for too long, and today I finally got my wish.  Xiong Tingbi took off the knife from his waist and poked it on the ground. He told the messenger on the side: "Give me the order and ask the artillery soldiers to push all the artillery to the front. This time I want to bully the bullies."  !¡± The messenger walked away quickly, and soon the infantry in front of the military formation spread out to both wings, and countless artillery pieces were pushed out from the center.  The Ming army's artillery was deployed, fully two miles long, facing Tieling City in a semicircle.  During this expedition, Sun Chengzong did not bring many of the red cannons, but he did bring a lot of improved Frankie cannons.  After rifling and improvement, this cannon, which can fire five blunderbuss, has a range of an astonishing six miles and its power has doubled.  Sun Chengzong gathered all the cannons in Liaodong, a total of three hundred, and now Xiong Tingbi deployed them all.  Artillery shells were pushed up in carts, including solid iron pellet shells, explosive shells, and the latest incendiary bombs from the firearms factory.  This kind of artillery shell with kerosene wrapped inside is the latest achievement of Daming Firearms Factory. This is the first time it has been used on the battlefield, but Xiong Tingbi is very confident.  Sun Chengzong, who was behind the battle formation, could only smile and shake his head when he saw this scene. It seemed that Xiong Tingbi did not intend to keep Tieling City this time. Rebuilding the city in the future would be a troublesome matter.  However, Sun Chengzong would not interfere with Xiong Tingbi. This battle must be won, and it must be won simply. Otherwise, how can we boost morale?  The soldiers were constantly carrying artillery shells. As long as Xiong Tingbi didn't give orders, they were busy.  Although the soldiers were busy quietly, everyone could see their excitement from their excited eyes.  At this time, Abai on the top of the city also received the report. He held on to the crenellations of the city wall and looked down. Abai suddenly felt his scalp numb.  The best way now is to evacuate people. After all, it is too dangerous here. Wait for the Ming army to attack the city, otherwise there will be heavy losses.  But Abai would not do this, no matter how many people were killed or injured, he would not do this, otherwise Tieling would not be able to defend it!  hurriedly went up to defend the city, but the Ming army did it before the artillery fire stopped.Be prepared, after all, Abai doesn't know when the Ming army will come up.  Looking to the west, Abai's face had a trace of gray on it, and he murmured: "Father, I'm afraid my son won't be able to see you this time!" However, his eyes soon became firm, and he touched the inside of his hand.  He took out the knife, turned around and said to the people behind him: "Let everyone find a place to hide, and evacuate half of the people to the city. Tieling Ben Baylor must be defended!" The expression of the man behind him changed several times, and he hesitated and said: "Baylor  Master, the situation is critical now. I feel that Kaiyuan and Tieling cannot be defended at all. Tieling is in danger now. Please move over the troops from Kaiyuan!" He looked back and looked at the speaker.  The man, who was his own servant Hetu, sighed and said: "You don't need to tell me this. Ben Beile has already sent people, not only to Kaiyuan, Fushun and Hetuala, but Ben Beile has also sent people there.  !" Hetu looked up at Abai and said in a respectful tone: "Master Beile, please go to the city! It's too dangerous here. If there is any chance of Master Beile, Tieling will not be able to defend it!"  After glancing at Hetu, Abai slowly turned around, patted his shoulder, and said: "You are a good slave, but to defend Tieling, we cannot rely on Ben Beile, we must rely on these warriors. What you said may make sense.  , But they won¡¯t think so. I can boost morale better than anything else! Remember, no matter what, you must live well and take the situation here back home!¡± Hetu looked at Abai in disbelief.  He knelt down, his lips trembled, and he said with disbelief on his face: "Master!" "You have to remember that no matter what, you have to live. Give this letter to my Fujin." He handed the letter in his arms to me.  After handing a letter to Hetu, Abai turned around and said loudly: "No matter what happens, Ben Beile will be on top of the city! We Jurchen warriors, you are all Batulu! Today we will die,  You have to fight bravely to live up to the title of Batulu!" Suddenly, the city was filled with roars, and before the war started, Tieling City was already filled with the aura of death.  Every soldier has red eyes. Originally, the chance of survival in the city was much greater, but now no one is fighting to go to the city. Everyone has to stay on top of the city. This is a battle to the death, and one must have the will to die.  determination.  Listening to the roar coming from the top of Tieling City, Xiong Tingbi was slightly dazed, but soon a hint of disdain appeared at the corner of his mouth.  This time, Jiannu must be beaten painfully. The Ming Dynasty sent troops to fight in the first battle, and it must be majestic!  Ignoring what Jian Nu was doing, Xiong Tingbi turned around and asked the deputy general next to him, "How are you doing? Are the artillery ready?" "Back to your lord, they are all ready. We are just waiting for your order!" The deputy general hurriedly said  He bowed and saluted, with a cold smile on his lips.  Nodding slowly, Xiong Tingbi turned his gaze to the other general on the side and said with a serious face: "Are the death squads ready?" "My lord, they are all ready! Fifteen hundred people are ready."  The suicide squad is ready to go at any time! This time, I will personally lead the team, and I will definitely not disappoint you!" The general bowed and saluted. At this time, he was wearing special black armor. This kind of black armor has strong protective power and is heavy.  But lighter.  Patting the general on the shoulder, Xiong Tingbi said in a deep voice: "Wait a moment for me to come over. I want to see off my brothers from the death squads!" "Yes, sir, I will return to my humble post and wait!" The general nodded, turned and left.  Got it!  With everything ready, Xiong Tingbi turned his attention to Tieling City. This time he succeeded in the battle without any sloppiness.  This is Xiong Tingbi's inner thought, he must conquer Tieling City in one go.  "Send the order, fire!" The order was simple and the voice was not loud, but before the order could be heard blowing away in the wind, the Ming army's artillery started roaring.  There were three hundred artillery pieces, and for a while only the roar of the artillery could be heard. Tieling City was buried in the smoke and soon lost its trace.  The shells were thrown into Tieling City as if they were free. The solid iron ball shells were okay, but the exploding shells killed many people.  But the most lethal thing is the incendiary bomb, which will cause a fire wherever it touches.  Many people were burned to death in this way, and screams came and went, but they were all suppressed by the sound of artillery.  After an unknown amount of time, the artillery finally stopped roaring, and gunpowder smoke filled the battlefield, choking people's lungs.  But no one cares about this, everyone is waiting for the smoke to clear.  Xiong Tingbi was holding a large bowl of wine in his hand. In front of him was a dark group of death squads. Everyone had the same equipment in their hands.  The black armor and sword are different from others. It was modified from the Qi family sword and is a close combat weapon similar to the Tang sword.  Raising the wine bowl high, Xiong Tingbi shouted loudly: "No more nonsense, brothers, have a good trip!" After speaking, he drank the wine in the bowl in one gulp and put his hands on it.The bowl fell to the ground hard.  "Have a good journey!" A shout suddenly rang out from behind the military camp. The shouts of the mountains and the tsunami, and the sound of 1,500 people throwing bowls were drowned in the shouts.  The death squads rushed forward, carrying ladders in their hands, and several groups carried large explosive bags. Their task was to open a gap for the troops behind them and hold the gap until the soldiers behind them caught up.  They still need to attack the city in the first wave, and the death squads cannot enter unless they are brave people.  For a moment, the cry of killing rang out again on the battlefield, and Xiong Tingbi's siege infantry followed closely behind the death squads.  Soon the smoke dissipated, and the city wall of Tieling City once again appeared in front of everyone. The originally very strong city wall was now riddled with holes.  Thousands of artillery shells came down, and this time it was in dilapidated condition, with some sections of the city wall completely collapsed.  The death squads have already rushed in, and the soldiers of the Ming army are also rushing in. The outcome of this battle has been decided!  "Master Beile, the Ming army has invaded! The city wall was blown down by artillery, and the Ming army has invaded!" The soldier who reported the news came to Abai with a look of horror on his face. He had been frightened by the Ming army's artillery fire.  .  His body shook for a while, and Abai's face turned as pale as paper. He really didn't understand why things turned out like this.  I originally thought that I could at least guard it for a few days, so that I would have reinforcements, but I didn't expect it to end like this!  "Let's go, let everyone who is alive after leaving Tieling City go to Kaiyuan." There is no point in staying here anymore. Abai gritted his teeth and prepared to leave with his people.  There is no need to hold on here anymore. He doesn't think the soldiers of the Ming army can catch up with him, and he can calmly go to Kaiyuan.
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