kingnovel Chapter 239: Soldiers Ambush
Chapter 239: Soldiers Ambush
Lin Kunlun, the brave and fearless leader, led his team through the winding canyon and then set foot on the endless hilly area. This journey was full of dangers and they had to cross it on foot. Everyone's face was full of fatigue. After more than ten miles of arduous trekking, they finally broke free from the canyon and saw a vast hill in front of them, as if it was a place of respite given by nature. So far, they have walked more than 30 miles of mountain roads, and the skyline gradually showed a faint dawn, heralding the arrival of a new day.
The direction in front of them was the legendary Daxiguan South Plain. The terrain here was relatively flat and there were not many steep terrains, but for marching, such terrain was also full of challenges. Lin Kunlun knew that the next battle would test their wisdom and strategy even more.
Lin Kunlun, Lin Shi and a team of loyal soldiers galloped past the main group and quickly caught up with Tie Feng in front. He issued a stern warning to Tie Feng, reminding him to always be vigilant to prevent the enemy's ambush. Then, he pointed to a hill seven or eight miles ahead and gave Tie Feng a specific order: "Stop in front of that hill and let the infantry rest for a while. If there is a water source nearby, be sure to let the horses drink water."
After giving the order, Lin Kunlun led Lin Shi and his personal soldiers to leave the team. They rode their horses to the high hill beside the road and waited for the arrival of the central army led by Lin Er and the rearguard troops led by Mu Feng.
As the morning light gradually grew stronger, a huge red sun rose from the eastern ridge, its light as hot and dazzling as molten iron, penetrating the mist and sprinkling on the frost-covered plateau. The sunlight shone on the silent and hurriedly advancing soldiers, reflecting a solemn and magnificent scene.
For this operation, Lin Kunlun specially prepared bright red flags for the team. These flags were not only to boost morale, but also to serve as command signals. On the red flag on the north side, the word "Lin" was embroidered according to the surname of the leading general, representing the glory and power of the Lin family. These red flags fluttered in the wind, appearing and disappearing from time to time, becoming the most eye-catching symbol on this land.
In an era without modern communication tools, these flags played a vital role. They were not only the emblem of the commander, but also the symbol of the team's existence. Soldiers could understand the situation on the battlefield and the commander's intentions by observing the movement of the flags.
Lin Kunlun stood on a high hill, his eyes as sharp as torches, piercing through the mist and looking into the distance. In his heart, there was a mixture of vigilance against the unknown and a desire for victory. He knew very well that the enemy might be quietly hiding in a corner out of sight, waiting for an opportunity to strike. In this seemingly peaceful land, there were actually undercurrents and dangers everywhere.
"Father, can we really get through?" Lin Shi's voice broke the silence, his eyes showing both expectation and anxiety. As a young man who was participating in such a large-scale battle for the first time, his nervousness was understandable.
Lin Kunlun turned around and looked at the young Lin Shi firmly, his eyes revealing determination and trust. "A righteous man will have many supporters, while an unrighteous man will have few supporters." He said slowly, "The rulers of the Dakun Dynasty, those corrupt officials, they exploit not only us ordinary people. Even those soldiers and yamen runners are oppressed by them. Do you think they will sincerely work for these corrupt officials? They may be able to fight bravely when the wind is favorable, but once they encounter resolute resistance, they will collapse."
Lin Kunlun made such a judgment based on his past personal experience. He knew that the officers and soldiers at the bottom were greatly suppressed by the upper-level officers and civilian groups, their military pay was deducted at every level, and their lives were extremely difficult. Under such circumstances, it was difficult for them to sincerely work for those corrupt officials.
Lin Kunlun's words were full of confidence and determination for the future. He firmly believed that as long as they showed a firm attitude, those soldiers would not dare to fight with them. In war, the mental outlook of soldiers often determines victory or defeat.
Just as Lin Kunlun was staring at the slowly advancing team in front of him, suddenly, a messenger on a fast horse rushed out from the back of the team.
"Report to Marshal Lin! We have found a large number of soldiers in the rear! They have been following us! They seem ready to attack from the rear at any time! General Mu, please ask Marshal Lin for instructions, do we need to turn back to fight?"
Lin Kunlun frowned. He had anticipated the possibility of this happening, but he had never expected it to happen so quickly. After pondering for a moment, he quickly analyzed the current situation. He understood that if he turned back to fight, he might fall into the enemy's encirclement, putting the entire team in great danger. However, if he ignored it, the enemy might seize the opportunity to launch a surprise attack, dealing a heavy blow to the team.
"Tell Mu Feng to stay calm and not act rashly." Lin Kunlun said to the messenger, "Tell him to closely monitor the enemy's movements and strengthen the team's defense to ensure the safety of the rear team. We will continue to move forward and strive to meet up with the central army as soon as possible! Our top priority right now is to concentrate our strength and break through the officers and soldiers blocking the front!"
The messenger took the order and left, while Lin Kunlun returned to the high ground, looking firmly at the road ahead. He knew very well that the key to victory or defeat in this battle was how to cleverly mobilize the enemy so that they could not take advantage of their numbers. He already had a preliminary plan in mind, but the time was not yet ripe, so he should not act rashly.
As the team continued to move forward, each member felt the pressure from behind, which only strengthened their determination to move forward. Lin Kunlun's words were like a spring of fresh water flowing into their hearts, making them believe that as long as they were united, there would be no difficulties that could not be overcome.
As the team gradually approached the southern plain of Daxiguan, the terrain became more and more gentle, and the view became wider. This land was once fertile, but due to years of war, it is now barren and overgrown with weeds. However, for Lin Kunlun and his team, this seemingly barren land carries the heavy responsibility of turning the tide of the war.
In this land, Lin Kunlun planned to use the terrain to set up an ambush, waiting for the enemy's main force to enter the ambush circle. He has sent a small team to explore the terrain and set up secret positions in appropriate locations. These positions will serve as temporary fortresses for the team to resist the enemy's attack.
At the same time, Lin Kunlun also strengthened his ties with the local people. He knew that the power of the people was infinite, and they could provide valuable intelligence and even support at critical moments. Through communication with the people, Lin Kunlun collected a lot of intelligence about the enemy, which was crucial for formulating battle plans.
The soldiers sat around the campfire, sharing food and exchanging combat experiences. Lin Kunlun called together the generals of each team to discuss the next battle strategy.
"We have to fight a tough battle here." Lin Kunlun said seriously, "The enemy may come from all directions and try to surround us. We must take advantage of the terrain, set up ambushes, and defeat the enemy with fewer troops. At the same time, we must keep communications open to ensure that each team can respond to orders in a timely manner."
The generals all agreed that they understood the importance of this battle. Everyone was on edge, ready to meet the upcoming challenge.
Lin Kunlun still stood on the top of the hill where they rested, looking into the distance. He knew that this battle would determine the direction of the entire war, and he had to stay awake at all times and be ready to deal with possible changes at any time.
The mountains in the distance loomed, like a sleeping beast. He didn't know how many soldiers were hidden behind those hills! Lin Kunlun prayed in his heart, hoping that everything would go according to his plan. He knew that this battle was not only a test for their team, but also a challenge to the fate of the entire Dakun Dynasty.
After the soldiers had a short rest for about a quarter of an hour, the teams were ready to go again and set off on their journey. Tie Feng led the team forward steadily while examining the terrain in front of him. Years of experience in the battlefield have trained him to have eyes that can see through everything on the battlefield. When he saw a small river in front of him, with lush trees on both sides of the river bank and winding hills, which were very suitable for infantry combat, he immediately had a plan in his mind. He immediately assigned a personal soldier to gallop to the front of the team, issued an order to suspend the advance, and sent scouts to go deep into the front to investigate the enemy situation. However, the situation developed much worse than he expected.
Due to the complicated terrain, the originally well-organized team now looked scattered. In addition, after a long march on the mountain road, the soldiers were already exhausted. Although they had just rested for a short quarter of an hour, the feeling of fatigue still lingered.
Suddenly, a burst of cannon fire broke the silence. It was a signal used by officers and soldiers to convey information, and it was also a precursor to their attack. The already chaotic team became even more panicked at this moment. The soldiers nervously clenched their weapons and stared at the other side. Then, a rain of arrows came like a dark cloud, accompanied by a series of roars of muskets, and bullets whistled out from the depths of the woods.
In a flash, countless soldiers were hit by arrows and bullets and fell down one after another. The hundreds of people in the whole team fell to the ground and groaned in pain. Some of them hid in the woods nearby!
At this critical moment, Tie Feng remained calm. As the commander of the entire army, he knew that his panic would lead to the collapse of the entire team. Therefore, he always rode on his horse and stood firm under his flag. Seeing that the commander was calm and seemed to ignore the attacks, the soldiers gradually calmed down and began to reorganize their formation under his command and prepare for the battle.