xymnovel Chapter 437 Strategic Deployment
Chapter 437 Strategic Deployment
Zhu Feng quickly gave a brief overview of the predicament Zhang Fan was facing.
"Three hundred thousand heavily armored infantry to defend against two hundred thousand highly mobile light cavalry—we absolutely cannot employ a piecemeal, evenly distributed strategy along the Yinshan Mountains!" An old expert, a general with a star on his shoulder, stared intently at the holographic projection, pointing out the crux of the matter.
"That's right, piecemeal tactics are a big no-no."
Another expert, with both hands on the table, said, "We can't follow the Huns' lead!"
We have strong logistical support and heavy infantry formations. We should rely on the natural defenses of the Yellow River and the passes of the Great Wall, and adopt a strategy combining "flexible depth defense" with "pocket formations"!
The experts immediately began wargaming simulations.
"Abandon those indefensible secondary passes! Concentrate our main forces at Gaoque Pass in the west, the Jiuyuan camp in the center, and Yunzhong County in the east, forming an iron triangle!"
"Yes! Concentrate our forces on these three locations. And deliberately leave gaps in the flat terrain between Wuquan and Yuanyang. This is called 'luring the enemy deep into our territory'! Once the Xiongnu cavalry, in order to avoid the fortified cities, manage to slip through the mountain pass of Daqingshan into the Beijia Plain, the garrison troops of Jiuyuan and Yunzhong on the east and west flanks can immediately close in and encircle them!"
"At that time, their retreat will be cut off, and with the great river (Hetao region of Inner Mongolia) to their front and back, they will have nowhere to retreat. In the narrow plains, they will be trapped and surrounded!"
"We also need to consider the impact of winter temperatures on the range of crossbows, as well as the speed loss parameters during marches in snow..."
Watching these military leaders argue heatedly, Zhu Feng secretly sighed:
The Huns truly deserved their defeat this time!
Just half an hour later.
A comprehensive "Northern Border Elastic Defense Depth Map" was finalized.
"Comrade Zhang Fan, the plan is finalized!"
Zhu Feng picked up the communicator. "This deployment map can not only prevent the Qin army from being dispersed, but also act like a giant animal trap."
"As long as the main force of the Xiongnu dares to move south, we can completely crush them on the Beijia Plain!"
"Okay! Send it over!"
Inside the tent, Zhang Fan looked at the military deployment map he had received and smiled slightly.
The central command tent of the Qin Dynasty.
The crackling charcoal fire dispelled the chill inside the tent.
Holding the "Northern Border Elastic Defense in Depth Map," Zhang Fan strode into the command tent and spread it out on the large command table.
"Commander Meng, take a look at this." Zhang Fan said with a confident smile.
Upon hearing this, Meng Tian and Fusu immediately came over.
At first, Meng Tian's brows were still tightly furrowed.
As a veteran general of the Qin Dynasty, he knew that if this army of 300,000 were deployed along the long Yinshan defense line, it would be like having defenses everywhere but weaknesses everywhere.
Facing the highly mobile Xiongnu cavalry, this was absolutely a major taboo in military strategy.
However, when Meng Tian's gaze fell on the map and he saw the red and blue arrows and the distribution of strongholds, his pupils suddenly contracted and his breathing became rapid.
"Abandon secondary passes... lure the enemy deep...encircle them from three points..."
Meng Tian quickly conducted a war game simulation in his mind.
A moment later.
"Bang!"
Meng Tian slammed his hand on the desk, making the teacups on it jump.
He suddenly raised his head, his eyes filled with fervor.
"Amazing! Absolutely amazing!"
Meng Tian, his face flushed with excitement, exclaimed, "The Immortal Master is truly a divine being! In my entire life of fighting, I have never conceived of such a brilliant and ingenious plan to break this deadlock!!"
Fusu, watching from the side, was completely bewildered and humbly asked, "General Meng, what is the mystery behind this formation?"
Meng Tian pointed to the map and explained in a loud voice, "Young master, please look! The Immortal Master's plan is to make our Qin's 300,000 main forces appear relaxed on the outside but tense on the inside!"
We will leave 100,000 elite troops to continue garrisoning our rear base, relying on the natural defenses of the Yinshan Mountains. This place is easy to defend and difficult to attack; it cannot be underestimated. It is the cornerstone of our army.
"And the remaining 200,000 troops will form a giant triangle!"
Meng Tian pointed his finger heavily at three locations on the map: "The Immortal Master will personally command 50,000 elite troops to guard the Gaoque Pass on the west side!"
General Wang Li led an army of 50,000 to garrison Yunzhong County on the east side!
As for me, I will personally lead an army of 100,000 and hold command at the Jiuyuan Camp in the central region!
Meng Tian raised his head, his eyes flashing with murderous intent: "We deliberately left large areas of undefended territory in the central plains. If the Xiongnu were to march south, they would never dare to attack the strong points on the east and west sides; they would inevitably drive straight in through this 'empty' central section!"
As soon as they enter, the Immortal Master and General Wang Li can quickly surround and close in from the east and west flanks, trapping them!
At that time, I will launch a fierce attack at Jiuyuan and encircle them from three sides!
With their retreat cut off and the Yellow River a natural barrier to their rear, the 200,000-strong Xiongnu army was trapped like turtles in a jar, with no chance of escape!
"If they dare not attack, then we can use a triangular formation to keep pushing forward!"
After listening to Meng Tian's deduction, Fusu felt a chill run down his spine.
Without shedding a drop of blood, the enemy's death trap has been firmly calculated!
"Since Commander Meng thinks it's feasible, then immediately issue the order to break camp and set up formation," Zhang Fan said with a faint smile.
"This subordinate obeys!"
Meng Tian immediately turned around, preparing to issue military orders.
Just then, Fusu suddenly stepped forward and blocked Zhang Fan's path.
"Teacher! I have a request!" Fusu's eyes were unusually firm.
Zhang Fan looked at him: "What's wrong?"
Fusu shook his head, took a deep breath, and said, "This student no longer wants to stay behind Yinshan Mountain under heavy guard! This student wishes to follow Master to the western side of Gaoque Pass to garrison it!"
Upon hearing this, Meng Tian immediately became anxious: "Young Master, your body is of noble birth. Gaoque Pass is the 'pincer' of the encirclement. You may encounter a fierce counterattack from the main force of the Xiongnu at any time. It is extremely dangerous!"
How could you go to the front lines and risk your life!
Fusu, however, did not back down: "General Meng, our Qin soldiers are all fighting bloody battles in the freezing cold. As the crown prince, how can I enjoy comfort alone?"
If one has not witnessed true warfare, how can one command the elite troops of the world in the future?
Please grant my request, teacher!
Looking at Fusu's face, which had lost its scholarly air, Zhang Fan remained silent for a moment.
"good!"
Zhang Fan nodded. "Since you have the courage, then come with me to Gaoque Pass. But the rules remain the same; you must stay by my side at all times."
"Thank you so much, teacher!" Fusu was overjoyed.
……
The next day.
Deep in the northern desert, the Xiongnu royal camp.
The howling north wind, mixed with heavy snow, lashed against the endless rows of yurts.
Inside the Chanyu's main tent, the atmosphere was exceptionally lively.
"Great Chanyu! The scouts have sent back reliable news!"
The Left Wise King strode into the tent, his face filled with ecstasy. "The central defensive line of the Great Qin has suddenly contracted, leaving a large area of empty plains!"
My subordinates suspect that the Qin army of 300,000 men was facing extreme difficulties in supplying provisions, and with the harsh winter upon them, they must not have been able to hold out any longer, which is why they were forced to disperse and retreat!