The great hero, from nine to five

Xun Wu stopped his steps.

He has come to his destination.

"Hmm." Xun Wu glanced slightly.

A few tens of meters away from him, a small garrison could be seen. There were about a dozen people in it. It was hard to say the exact strength.

With Xun Wu's current grasp of the situation, if he rushed in directly, unless he bumped into two or more first-rate masters, there should be no problems.

However, Xun Wu did not do this. Instead, he took out his usual notepad and marked it.

"boom--"

"boom--"

The loud sound made the ground tremble.

It was the sound of cannon fire.There may also be siege equipment similar to catapults.

With the completion of Tiangong Kaiwu, the gunpowder originally planned to be sent from the Central Plains has also arrived, and in just a few days, enough shells have been produced for Man Jianghong to squander.

Although the siege effect is still a bit poor because of the equipment, it is enough for him to assist the siege.

At the same time, the other two Longzuosi Four Heavenly Kings Kinoshita and Baitake also launched a siege.

Prior to this, Man Jianghong had done calculations several times, relying on the information obtained by Xun Wu and others to conduct an exact analysis of the battlefield and military strength.

If the opponent is still at the level of Di Jianxing and Di Thief, he is confident that he can take down Shijian in the shortest time, but if the opponent is Xiao Xuanwu, the "failed warrior", Man Jianghong is not sure of the first time. Settle the fight.

According to his calculations, even if Xiao Xuanwu performed poorly, this Shi Jian should be able to last for at least seven days.

Moreover, if the whole army presses up, Xiao Xuanwu relies on the convenience of the city wall, and the attacking side will definitely suffer more losses than Xiao Xuanwu.

More importantly, Shijian is a pure demon city, and most of the people in the city are believers of the Sisu religion. To some extent, they can be regarded as "all the people are soldiers", and they will fight hard for seven days. If the general cheats and dies first, his own soldiers will definitely not be lost.

This is a necessary sacrifice for siege, even Man Jianghong cannot avoid it.

But for Man Jianghong, this is a difficult thing to accept.

Although he is currently the person in charge of the war in Yingzhou, he is not the final commander. All he needs to do is to create a suitable scene, and then wait for the follow-up army and Marshal Yue to come in person.

If Marshal Yue arrives in Yingzhou and finds that all his soldiers have been mowed down by Man Jianghong, let alone whether the battle can continue, Man Jianghong himself may be hung up and beaten by Marshal Yue like a child.

Man Jianghong absolutely cannot accept this kind of thing.

Sheng Jin's troops are extremely important and difficult to replenish. Even if Man Jianghong has summoned some soldiers from Yingzhou during this period, they will definitely not be able to match the soldiers he has trained.

Therefore, Man Jianghong changed his thinking, instead of aiming at a quick siege, but slowly eating away at it.

His soldiers are more elite, his weapons are more sophisticated, and there are natural artifacts that continue to recover. As long as he can join forces to surround the city, a little consumption every day is enough to easily take the city.

but--

There's actually a bit of a problem with the details.

Man Jianghong is familiar with such things as besieging a city, but because he is familiar with it, he understands that it is not that simple to besiege a city.

If the preparations on the other side are sufficient, and there is still a natural moat to rely on, there is no shortage of food and water, let alone a few days, it may be able to resist for a few months, a year or two.

That would be contrary to his purpose again - it has been delayed for too long, according to his analysis of the situation, it has really been delayed for so long, and by then the daimyo of Longzuo Temple would have died long ago.

Obviously, that doesn't work either.

Therefore, the tactics are relatively simple.

The main force besieged the city.

Auxiliary personnel try to destroy water sources, grain roads, waterways, etc., to assist the main force in besieging the city.

As long as all the resources outside the city can be cut off, relying on the things inside the city alone will never last for a long time-and the reason why Man Jianghong judges so confidently is precisely because of the previous actions of the Demon Cult.

Because Di Jianxing and Di Thief Xing initiated the "Four Suspensions and One Kui", although most of the personnel were from Osumi, this still led to the loss of some farmers in the Demon Cult's territory.

The Demon Cult's appeal in their territory was too strong, which caused them to lose a lot of food and grass during the autumn harvest. Moreover, with the fall of Nagato, the food and grass in many farmlands had no time to be transferred. , all made Sheng Jin cheaper.

Moreover, Man Jianghong also got an absolutely reliable piece of information from Xun Wu—in order to make the magic Xun Buddha flower fruit, which can control the congregation or other experts, they obviously spent a certain amount of land growing certain crops, and obviously, This crop cannot be used as food.

This means that the total amount of grain and grass in Shijian has been further reduced.

What Xun Wu and others need to do is simple.

In the first period of time, look for granaries as much as possible, and then mark some operating locations along the way.

Those things in the back can be sent back to the trade union to post tasks. There is no need for Xun Wu to waste time to go and toss one by one slowly, while Xun Wu and others concentrate on finding their own goals.

Although it was a bit like shooting mosquitoes with cannonballs for Xun Wu and Bai Yupan to find food and grass, they were the ones with the highest combat effectiveness and the best at investigation and investigation, so they were indeed useful at critical moments.

Xun Wu turned a road and found another target. He recorded it in his record book, and suddenly a series of voices sounded in his ears: "It's so annoying, I didn't find any of them. They are all inexplicable things."

It was Ji Lian'er, it just so happened—it was also possible that Ji Lian'er deliberately found a route to meet Xun Wu, and the two happened to meet at this position, and Ji Lian'er could not help but complain to Xun Wu in a low voice.

"Yeah." Xun Wu nodded lightly, and at the same time tore off a few sheets of paper from the notebook in his hand, handed them to Ji Lian'er, and said, "This is normal. Xiao Xuanwu is cautious and will definitely Try to bring back the grain and grass into the city as much as possible, and most of the grain and grass that are too late to collect and may be blocked by General Man or Longzuo Temple will choose to destroy them on the spot.

What we really need to pay attention to is the water source. "

Eating, drinking water, necessary for survival.No matter whether it is food or water, it only takes a few days to completely weaken the consciousness and strength of the people in the city.Compared with food and grass, water cut off is obviously easier to achieve.

"Further ahead, there should be some dangerous areas. Many Wu Jinshi are now active there." Ji Lianer told Xun Wu after hearing Xun Wu's words.

Obviously, she had gone to see it in advance, and now she is actually looking for Xun Wu after watching the situation there.

It is said to be a dangerous area, but it is actually some small fortresses and walled cities. Because they have strong weapons and are basically equipped with many second-rate masters, they are more difficult to deal with.

These fortresses and fortresses were all built by Xiao Xuanwu in the past few months. The locations are more tricky and the terrain is more rugged. It is more difficult for a single warrior to mount and deal with it, so it is very time-consuming.

In a place like this, points are very valuable even in the Spring Festival event, and many Wu Jinshi try to target them.

Among them, the three most difficult targets are the three strategic locations chosen by the second prince.

At present, Ji Chou is also tossing there, and it is said that he has taken a fancy to the "tiger" token.

It sounds a little funny. After all, Ji Chou usually does nothing but drink, and she doesn't seem to be someone who pursues fame and fortune—but, the Ji family's pursuit of "tokens" is so strong!

This kind of pursuit, like a blood habit, is something that is deeply rooted in the hearts of the Ji family. Even Ji Chou can't help but want to participate in this kind of competition for tokens.And in this kind of activity, he can also forget the worries in his heart and have a good time.

Moreover, the vicinity of Shijian's territory is indeed lively.

Because Man Jianghong's army has basically surrounded Shijian City, and there are two generals from Longzuo Temple in the other two directions. And few, this is the most suitable place for the Jianghu people in the Central Plains to make trouble.

Especially now that there are more than 20 first-class masters, people in the Jianghu can come in and out at will, and show their force-after all, in the "task" designed by Xun Wu, there is also the task of helping fellow Jianghu in a crisis. Although it is a fraction, no one will give up so "graciously" at will. After all, more points means more chances to get tokens.

It would be a pity not to have such an opportunity to become famous.

"Xiaobai, you should send these things back first. After these things are in Zhao Wumian's hands, he will design rewards according to the degree of danger and benefit." Xun Wu handed over all the things he recorded to Ji Lian'er.

"Hmm - you want to go deeper? Close to the city?" Ji Lian'er frowned, not very relieved, "There was a battle outside the city, the artillery roared, and the guns and crossbows from both sides fired at each other. Even if your skill is twice as strong, If you don't pay attention, you may be injured, isn't it too dangerous?"

At any other time, Ji Lian'er would not have said such things. After all, how normal is it for Xun Wu to die?She also likes to make a big death, it's okay to make a death.

But it is not very safe to go close to the city at this juncture.

"Don't worry, I will definitely not die." Xun Wu smiled softly.

To die and to die are two different things!

Ji Lian'er was dubious, looked at Xun Wu, hummed twice, but didn't say anything in the end, took the things, skipped a few times, and disappeared from Xun Wu's sight.

Although I don't know where Xun Wu is going, but since I have said so, of course Ji Lian'er will believe Xun Wu, and since I believe it, there is no need to waste time, go back early to deliver the letter, and then come back to find Xun Wu .

Seeing this, Xun Wu didn't hesitate, and slowly began to approach Shijian City. When there was another violent explosion, Xun Wu felt his body shaking a little, then he stopped approaching, and started to walk around the center of the circle, aiming at Shijian City .

He is exploring.

Sheng Jin's strategy here emphasizes being upright, directly relying on the strength of troops and the quality and quantity of masters to suppress. It is about hitting with a fist that is hard enough.

This was also the plan that Sheng Jin had made when he came to Yingzhou - to stand on his feet first, then move his troops slowly, and when he felt almost enough, he would go up and grind!

Nagato before was just Sheng Jin's side who had seized an opportunity, but Shi Jian's side was Sheng Jin's real effort.

However, just because it is upright and upright, it highlights a self-confidence, so anyone with a little brain in the Devil's Cult can definitely see it.

This is also the reason why Tiansha Xing was in a hurry to act in the capital. When Sheng Jin came, their life would be difficult, and they had no time to grind slowly.

Xun Wu didn't believe that Xiao Xuanwu would not be able to see or find out this kind of thing that was directly on the surface and that all Sheng Jin people knew.

Xiao Xuanwu had made so many preparations, so he probably wouldn't sit still, there must be some means.

As for Xun Wu, he was going to observe a little on the front line to see if there was any special situation. After confirming that there was no special situation, he was going to slowly approach Sheng Jin's command position.

Just as Xun Wu thought.

Xiao Xuanwu had expected the current scene long ago.

but--

Absolute power is irresistible.

Sheng Jin's military strength, weapons and equipment are far superior to those of Shi Jian's defenders. Although Shi Jian has a huge number of Sisu believers, it can't afford to consume; With this peerless sharp blade, Sheng Jin's ability to fight alone has increased by several orders of magnitude.

In Shijian City, there are no more than five or six first-rate masters at all times. After removing the guard who can use evil spirits, Xiao Xuanwu has absolutely no way for the remaining masters to deal with the hordes of masters, and Sheng Jin Wujin, who is also extremely powerful. scholar.

Even if he found a way to find a wandering samurai nearby to help in the past few days, it was just a drop in the bucket.

In a word, whether it is quality or quantity, Shi Jian cannot sustain here.

In this situation, Xiao Xuanwu had very few choices.

Xiao Xuanwu had only one solution.

Disintegrate from within.

He took a deep breath.

As long as the alliance between Longzuosi and Sheng Jin breaks down—even if it's only for a short period of time, it will be enough for Shi Jian to breathe.

Or, directly destroy Sheng Jin's internal relationship. In this case, it will be easier to deal with Sheng Jin.

But in any case, now is the time for him to fight for his life.

He had already sent his little retainer away early, and now that he has sent it to the main site, he has no worries in his heart. Therefore, he left Shijian City early with the intention of never returning, and let his other The retainers and guards stood firm, and with the help of informants and secret agents, he began to walk towards the Baiwu Camp, one of the Four Heavenly Kings of Longzuo Temple.

He has already obtained the "trust" of a fierce general of Baiwu through a "special" method, and now, it is time to take advantage of this.

On the other side, after revealing his identity, Xun Wu also came to Sheng Jin's position.

In the camp, Man Jianghong and the generals looked at the map around the table, while messenger soldiers one after another quickly handed in the information and achievements of the Shengjin trade union.

dong dong dong-

The sound of the drum continued, but Man Jianghong could hear Xun Wu's voice, and when he saw Xun Wu approaching, he immediately stopped what he was doing, with a clear smile on his ordinary face, quite happy, and asked: "Xun Wu? You're here? But what information do you want to tell me?"

"Not yet, all the information that is known to us around us has already been handed over to you, General."

"Really... In that case——" Man Jianghong nodded, and then shouted to the side, "Now send a letter to the two generals Baiwu and Kinoshita, saying that I have something to discuss. Please come to my Shengjin barracks a while!"