Chapter 1605: Uesugi Yu Risks His Life
overnight.
Uesugi Yu's troops were tormented for the entire night.
They were constantly harassed by the Eighteen Ghost Riders, and the cavalry led by Gao He and Qin Pu took turns to make surprise attacks, which put Uesugi Yu's soldiers on high alert.
Occasionally, the cavalry led by Gao He and Qin Pu would take advantage of their cavalry advantage to fire around them and then quickly slip away.
They could clearly see the enemy cavalry coming towards them with torches, but there was nothing they could do except to defend on the spot and avoid casualties as much as possible.
By the time daybreak came, Uesugi Yu's troops had only advanced less than ten miles.
Even though they were on guard against all odds, after a night of fighting, Uesugi Yu's troops still suffered nearly 1,300 casualties.
Such a result made Uesugi Yu furious.
On the other hand, Qinpu and Gaohe looked very happy at this moment.
Although they had been struggling all night, their two teams of cavalry took turns to harass the enemy.
With the Eighteen Ghost Riders following the enemy, they don't have to worry about the enemy setting an ambush for them.
Although most people only took naps intermittently, overall they had a good rest, at least much better than the enemy.
"You all learned these dirty tricks from His Highness, right?"
During the break, Qinpu asked Gao He with a smile.
Gao He nodded and smiled: "I have been with His Highness for so long, it would be shameful if I didn't learn any dirty tricks from him."
It's not shameful to use dirty tricks.
On the battlefield, any move that can cause casualties to the enemy or facilitate subsequent plans is a good move.
"I guess Uesugi Yu is probably cursing right now."
Qinpu smiled gloatingly, "After such a night of tossing and turning, their morale must be almost exhausted!"
Uesugi Yu must have realized their crisis by now.
But it was no longer possible.
Uesugi Yu's troops have been completely surrounded!
Now, it depends on whether Minamoto Nagamasa will send troops to rescue.
If Minamoto Nagamasa wanted to rescue him, he might even sacrifice himself.
If Minamoto no Nagamasa had not come to the rescue, Uesugi Osamu's troops would have almost certainly been wiped out.
Suddenly, Qinpu felt a little envious of Daqian's soldiers.
It’s not because they have a wise commander like Yun Zheng, but because Yun Zheng values the lives of these soldiers.
Originally, Yun Zheng could have attacked Susa Castle by force a few days ago.
But Yun Zheng didn't do that.
Because Yun Zheng knew clearly that even with the cover of artillery, their casualties would not be small if they stormed Susa Castle which was heavily guarded by the enemy.
Therefore, Yun Zheng wanted to eliminate part of the enemy troops first and then attack Susa Castle.
This way, many fewer people will die.
It is a blessing for the soldiers to have such a commander.
"General Gao, General Wang and General Qin's troops have arrived!"
Just then, the scout came to report.
"it is good!"
Gao He was overjoyed.
With the 10,000 troops led by Wang Qi and Qin Qihu charging over, their encirclement was completely completed.
Next, it’s time to really harvest!
……
"General, a large number of enemy troops have appeared behind our unit!"
"General, a large number of enemy troops appeared on our left wing!"
Bad news one after another reached Uesugi Yu's ears.
At this moment, Uesugi Yu was already a little numb.
He didn't know where the enemy troops on the left wing came from, and he didn't have the energy to care.
He knew clearly that they were surrounded!
Now, there is definitely nowhere to retreat to.
Either fight to the death or set up camp on the spot and wait for help.
But the problem was that in order to march quickly, they didn't bring much food.
Even if they hold out and wait for help, the food and supplies they have can only last for three days at most.
Once their food and supplies are exhausted, they will collapse without the need for an enemy attack.
As for reinforcements, he had thought about it, but now he no longer expected it.
The enemy went to great lengths to surround them, and would certainly send troops to tie down their reinforcements.
Moreover, in this situation, it is unclear whether Minamoto no Nagamasa will send reinforcements.
Uesugi Xiong shook his head tiredly and gave an order weakly: "Pass the order down, rest beside the creek ahead!"
Upon hearing what Uesugi Yu said, the staff hurriedly advised: "General, the priority now is to break through!"
"Break through? How do we break through?"
Uesugi Yu raised his hand and pointed at the exhausted soldiers. "Do you expect them to break through?"
They went back and forth for a day and two nights.
These soldiers never had a good rest.
Now, these soldiers are extremely tired.
To break out in this situation would be to commit suicide!
Instead of doing this, it would be better to set up camp and let the soldiers have a rest before the enemy arrives.
Of course, it would be even better if you could cook.
However, judging by the enemy's posture, they probably won't give them this opportunity.
Now, it’s good enough to be able to eat some dry food and drink some water!
Take some time to rest!
The enemy will probably surround us soon!
The staff looked in the direction of Uesugi Yu's finger and saw only tired figures.
Many people felt that they couldn't even walk steadily.
It seems unrealistic to expect these people to break through.
Under Uesugi Yu's order, the soldiers were finally able to stop and rest.
Some people simply collapsed on the ground in a daze.
Some people just lay down and threw their weapons aside.
Some people hurried to eat some dry food and swallowed it with river water.
Uesugi Yu took big bites of the dried meat and gulped down water.
After a night of tossing and turning, he has now calmed down.
It has come to this point, there is no point in being anxious.
It is better to fill your stomach so that you will have the strength to deal with the enemy's attack later.
Even if you die at the hands of the enemy, you can die with a full stomach.
After eating and drinking, Uesugi Xiong was just about to take a nap when the spy came to report: "General, a large number of enemy troops are surrounding us from all directions! The enemy's vanguard is less than five miles away from us!"
Five miles!
Uesugi Xiong was no longer sleepy at once, he stood up suddenly and shouted, "Drum roll!"
dong dong dong...
Accompanied by a burst of rapid drum beats, the soldiers who had just rested for a while got up and lined up.
However, perhaps because they were too tired, or perhaps because of their inner fear, even the simple formation caused great chaos.
Before they could form their battle formation, the cavalry led by Gao He and Qin Pu had already arrived at the battlefield.
A cavalry unit of only two thousand people was a world of difference from their previous cavalry of tens of thousands.
But for them, it's enough!
"kill!"
Gao He and Qin Pu gave orders at the same time.
In an instant, two thousand cavalrymen rushed out with bows.
Now, they are no longer needed to attack the enemy's battle formation!
They just need to launch a roving shooting and harvest the lives of the enemy!
When their 2,000 cavalry charged out, the 8,000 troops on the left wing finally arrived at the battlefield. One after another, cannons were pulled by mules and horses and approached the battlefield. In front of them, there were a large number of elite infantrymen protecting them...
