Tiantang Splendid

Chapter 3431 The city returns to the ground
Surrender is also very particular.

It is very simple to bow your knees and surrender. You only need to put down your weapons and raise the white flag, and a big battle will disappear without a trace in an instant.But what about after surrendering to the Tang Dynasty?Can you keep your position of power?Whether they are heavily used by the Tang Dynasty and continue to be entrusted with important tasks, or they are left idle, deprived of military power, and slaughtered if they are careless... There are quite a few things that can work.

The best time to operate is before surrendering with heavy troops in hand.

At this time, the battle situation is tense, and every quarter of an hour the war continues, countless soldiers on both sides will die. Ending the war early will recover a huge loss, so even if the surrendering party proposes a slightly higher condition, the other side will probably accept it.

In addition, it is to whom to surrender.

For example, right now, Ulji's successor has decided to surrender, but should he surrender to Su Dingfang in the city, or should he surrender to one of them after Xue Wanche and Ashina Simo arrive with their troops?The consequences derived from this are completely different.

Ulchi succeeded his ancestors with his own thoughts.

Although he has Xianbei blood, his ancestors had been in exile in Goguryeo in the early years. Even if he surrendered to the Tang Dynasty now, he might not be able to be accepted by the Guanlong Clan, who are mainly Xianbei people. Even if he accepted, the price he had to pay would be expensive.

The most important thing is that the forces of the Guanlong Clan are all in the west of Guanzhong. If you are too far away, you will not be able to borrow strength, and if you are too close, you will be emptied and become a puppet who can only respond...

Therefore, the best object of submission is actually the navy.

The Datang Navy not only ran rampant across the oceans, but also many Eastern and Southeast Asian countries were under its control. Its power spread almost as far as Goguryeo and Wa in the north, Jietu and Sanfoqi in the south, Linyi, Chenla, and Siam in the west, and even directly reached the the distant shores of the Red Sea.

It can be said that the Datang navy controls all the vast areas outside the mainland of the Datang, and undertakes almost all of the sea trade of the Datang.

Only under the command of the navy can he continue to be in charge of military power. After all, the Tang navy controls such a vast area, and it is impossible for the Tang army to control all the places. It is still necessary to win over and control the local indigenous forces to act as eagle dogs for them. Minion.

Only by submitting to the navy can we have more autonomy...

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"Since this is the case, then I will order to stop the siege immediately, and send someone into the city to deliver a letter, saying that I want to meet with the opposing coach for a detailed discussion."

Ulchi's successor made a decisive decision, even if he decided to surrender, then don't procrastinate, lest Xue Wanche and Ashina Simo behind him feel that there will be twists and turns.

After all, being able to force the tens of thousands of Goguryeo elite cavalry under his command to surrender and surrender is no small feat.In case the generals of the Tang army could not settle down because of this credit, and even started to quarrel with each other, then he was the only one who was not pleased with Zhongnan, and it was difficult to be a human being inside and outside.

"Here!"

The left and right generals obeyed the orders respectfully, immediately ordered people to ring the gongs and other objects, and the sound of "Kang Bang Bang" resounded all over the field. When the Goguryeo soldiers who were attacking the city saw their own troops, they called gold and retreated. Many people were stunned on the spot. He stopped and stared at Tang Jun in front of him, then dropped the weapon in his hand and ran away.

Countless Goguryeo soldiers retreated from the top and bottom of the city like an ebbing tide. The fierce offensive and defensive battle that had been in full swing before died down in an instant.

The Tang army at the top of the city burst into cheers that moved the sky, thinking that it was the arrival of their own reinforcements, forcing the enemy to shrink back to meet the enemy, even if they wanted to go down to the city and pursue the retreating enemy.Fortunately, Xi Junmai has been supervising the battle at the top of the city. Seeing this situation, he quickly ordered the army to guard the top of the city, treat the wounded in time, and not pursue it.

He knew that Xue Wanche and Ashina Simo's two armies were still dozens of miles away. Even if the cavalry had strong mobility and advanced quickly, they could not reach the enemy's rear so quickly.

It is obvious that the enemy army has a problem. If they go to the city to pursue and fall into a trick to lure the enemy, wouldn't it be wronged?

Anyway, Xue Wanche and Ashina Simo are about to arrive, and the battle is already won, so there is no need to take any risks...

In the distance, Ulji Wendeok watched the Tang army on the city cheer and then fell silent. Under the bright lights, there were many figures, who took the opportunity to strengthen the defense and treat the wounded, but there was no sign of going to the city to pursue him. He couldn't help shaking in disappointment. Shaking his head, he became more and more determined to surrender.

Why didn't he have the intention of testing it out?If the Tang army was impatient and went down to the city to pursue them, they might not be able to turn defeat into victory and take advantage of the situation to capture Pingrang City.However, the enemy's general is as stable as Mount Tai, and he doesn't even give him the slightest chance...

In this way, it can be regarded as completely desperate.

Under the city, the Goguryeo army retreated back and lined up in strict order, leaving only a few soldiers in front to treat the wounded.

Ulchi Jizu led the lieutenant generals, Qiqi came to the Seven Star Gate, dismounted and stood there, waiting for the commander of the Tang Army to appear.

After the cup of tea, the city gate of Qixingmen opened, and a group of more than a hundred "armored cavalry" roared out of the city. Their iron hoofs smashed the ice and snow, and they rushed to the front of Ulji Jizu and others with great momentum. Ma Liding.

The soldiers and horses are all covered with iron armor, like black demon gods in the dark night, when wind lanterns are lit up from these armored cavalry, the cold and hard light emitted by the iron armor is breathtaking.

One of the generals stood out from the crowd, his body was shining with bright light armor, and the red tassels on his pocket were fluttering in the wind, condescending, driving Ulchi Jizu and others: "Who is Ulchi Jizu?"

Ulchi's ancestor stepped forward, knelt down on one knee, and said loudly: "The last general, Eulji's ancestor, is a descendant of Xianbei. He was exiled in Liaodong in his early years. Today's Goguryeo has long suffered from the tyranny of Yuangai Suwen! The Emperor of the Tang Dynasty vowed to conquer the East , aims to eliminate the traitors in the court of Goguryeo. It can be called the teacher of benevolence and righteousness. The whole country of Goguryeo is looking forward to the king's teacher! I only hate Yuangai Suwen for being cruel and violent. He actually killed the king, slaughtered the royal family, and conspired to usurp the throne. This time the Tang army captured Ping Rang City, Gao Gai Suwen was destroyed, overthrew the guillotine that was pressing on the heads of all ethnic groups in Goguryeo, and the whole country cheered for the bravery of the Tang army! The last general is willing to lead his soldiers and surrender to the general! From now on, no matter how driven, life and death Rich and poor, live in peace!"

Su Dingfang, who was wearing a helmet and armor, was a little surprised. Even if the Ulchi ancestor wanted to surrender, he had to "return to the Tang Dynasty", why did he say "return to the general"?
But after thinking about it for a while, he understood what Eulji Jizu was thinking.

Regarding this point, he naturally readily accepted it. After the fall of Goguryeo, the next battle must be in Baekje at the southern tip. The domestic political situation is turbulent, and it is very difficult to send troops to another expedition.Although the navy is rampant across the ocean, if it destroys a country alone, it will inevitably be powerless.

If there are Ulji Jizu and the tens of thousands of elite cavalry under his command, the situation will be greatly beneficial.

You can't hand over these elite soldiers to the aristocratic families in Guanlong and Shandong, and let their power in the army expand further, right?

Knowing in his heart, Su Dingfang turned over from his horse, took two steps forward, stretched out his hands to hold the palm of Yizhi Jizu, and said happily: "The general understands the righteousness, and it is the blessing of the tens of thousands of soldiers in your two armies." ! From now on, you and I are both officials of the Tang Dynasty, belonging to Paoze, why do you need such a big gift? Come, come, please get up quickly."

Ulchi took advantage of the situation to follow his ancestors, the two shook hands and laughed in unison, the generals on the left and right also breathed a sigh of relief.It is really meaningless to fight this battle. Even if the Goguryeo army counterattacks Pingrang City, it is impossible to realize the hope of restoring the country. Even if the navy cannot defend it, it will not affect the overall situation.And with the arrival of reinforcements from the Tang army, the defeat of the Goguryeo army was irretrievable, and both sides were quite satisfied with the fact that the war could be ended in such a peaceful manner.

Although there are too many things involved in surrendering before the battle, it is definitely not enough for the coaches of the enemy and us to shake hands and make peace, but as long as the two sides agree on this decision, other matters will naturally be resolved.

While the two were holding hands and chatting happily, Xue Wanche and Ashina Simo each led their cavalry to the Goguryeo Army. After that, there was no fierce battle, no tragic fight, and tens of thousands of soldiers and horses stood neatly in the entire Ping Rang city. , only the wind and snow fell from the sky, raging wantonly.

Seeing the Tang army's cavalry attacking with their tails, the Goguryeo army did not panic. The formation remained unchanged, but to guard against the Tang army's attack, the shield bearers and heavy cavalry were lined up in front.

Tang Jun stopped for a while, looking at Xiao Sha's quiet battlefield in surprise.

Both Xue Wanche and Ashina Simo were in a daze, what's going on?
Could it be that the Koguryo army surrendered?

I galloped hundreds of miles in the wind and snow, but I couldn't even get the slightest credit?

motherfucker!

(End of this chapter)