The King of Xiliang smiled and did not answer, but rolled his eyes.
His eyes shifted from the big red dot representing Yanchui Fortress to the three counties southwest of Yunchui.
It seems that the straight-line distance between the three southwest counties of Xingluo Yingchuan and Yunzhong and Pingxi County, where Yanjie Fortress is located, is not very far. It's just that there are several high and steep mountains that make it feel like the two sides are separated by thousands of mountains and rivers.
These mountains could not be climbed by ordinary people or horse-drawn carriages. But there are exceptions, such as well-trained scouts.
Prince Nanfeng's face was filled with shock: "So our scouts have unknowingly introduced the epidemic into Yankuo Fortress?"
"Yes!" Someone hummed and nodded.
More than forty years ago, Huo Zheng and Princess Yiguang, who were still the princes of Zhenguo, led their troops all the way south and attacked the capital of Nanfeng. This forced King Nan Feng to go north to plead guilty. After returning home, he died in depression.
Everyone in Nanfeng was ashamed, and the royal family was thinking about revenge day and night.
"The Yancheng Fortress now needs doctors but no doctors, and no medicinal materials. In addition, Xiliang's hundreds of thousands of troops are about to leave for the east, and there will be no reinforcements in the future. I would like to see how Huo Zheng, the general who defends the fort, will deal with it this time."
The Zhenguo Duke's Mansion has guarded the western border for generations, and every Zhenguo Duke is a general guarding the Yanchuo Fortress. In addition to the prince, all the children of the clan must enter the fortress to train as soldiers as long as they reach the age of fifteen.
Some people gritted their teeth and said, "Maybe after this battle, there will be no more Huo family members in Yun Chui."
Prince Nanfeng was stunned when he heard this, but he was still a little uneasy in his heart.
A few years ago, he studied at Yunchui Imperial College, during which time he studied the suzerain country carefully. The more he studied, the colder his heart became.
This empire has a large population and great potential for war, and the more difficult it is, the more unified it becomes. The last time an epidemic broke out in Yunzhong County, he was deeply shocked when doctors and personnel from various counties risked their lives and went to the rescue without hesitation.
Now that Yun Chui is surrounded by enemies on three sides, it seems that he doesn't have that many troops to resist. But if the public spontaneously comes to support, then...
Some people laughed and shook their heads.
"Your Majesty, please rest assured. The common people everywhere in Yunchui have taken good care of themselves. Where do you think the epidemic in Yunzhong County and surrounding counties came from? Why did Emperor Changxing send people and medicines, but the epidemic was always suppressed? If you can’t stop it, it will spread everywhere?”
Prince Nanfeng blinked blankly for a while, then suddenly realized, "Could it be that this epidemic is also the work of our scouts?"
He trembled, "This...the people in those counties are so innocent."
"Your Majesty, those who achieve great things pay close attention to small details. The common people are just like ants, so why should we remember them."
"The Yunchui land is vast, rich in resources, and has a superior environment. It has everything you need. Their fertile fields can feed millions of people with just a little cultivation. Their mines can equip dozens of Starfall legions with just a little mining."
"Why do we, the hard-working, brave, brave and fighting people of Nanfeng, have to live in this narrow peninsula with very few resources, hot and rainy weather and lots of flies and mosquitoes?"
"That's not fair!"
"Once Yun Chui's west or north cannot resist, Emperor Changxing will definitely send the Xingluo Legion to support. Then it will be our turn to Nanfeng to take the field."
Speaking of this, Minister Nanfeng's eyes shone with light.
As long as they capture a few counties south of Yunzhui, they will no longer have to bow their heads and bow to others. From then on, Nanfeng also had the qualifications to compete in the Central Plains. Sooner or later, the great rivers and mountains in the north will have their share.
Guangxin County, Zhennanguan.
Yingshan camp.
Perhaps a heavy rain was coming. Everyone in the Chinese army's tent sat in silence, and the atmosphere was depressing.
The faces of all the soldiers in Guanluping turned dark.
Knowing that the enemy had just taken action, he could only sit there and do nothing. This feeling is uncomfortable.
Wei Junqian's face was calm.
He looked up at Tamaki County above, and then looked down at Zhennanguan Pass below.
"The generals from Zhennanguan, please go out first. The Starfall Legion has their own matters to discuss." He asked bluntly.
Several people in Zhennanguan looked at each other.
It's just that the Starfall Legion's status in the empire is too high. Although they were depressed, they had no choice but to turn around and leave the tent.
"We are the only ones left. Without further ado, here are a few things we need to prioritize."
Everyone's hearts skipped a beat and they stood up one after another, "Please give me your orders, General."
Wei Junqian motioned for them to sit down and banged Xingluojun.
"First, go back to Xingluo's hometown and transfer 10,000 blood in batches."
Everyone was stunned.
The Xingluo Legion is not limited to the more than 30,000 people in Yingshan Camp.
There is also a reserve (blood) camp in my hometown in Xingluo County, with a total of more than 70,000 people. The dozens of people who were recruited by Ren Ning's fifth battalion last time were all transferred from the reserve battalion behind the star.
"Second, it is disrespectful to come and go. Since there are pirates on the sea, there should be a group of bandits in the mountains. This group of bandits is extremely vicious and their identity is unknown. There are at least 10,000 people in total, and they are heading straight towards the capital of Nanfeng."
Everyone was refreshed and couldn't help but smile a little more on their faces.
"Third, all heavy cavalry should remove their armor, go into battle lightly, and train for long-distance raids."
Guan Luping and others subconsciously raised their eyes and looked north.
"Fourth, logistics, no matter what method you use, raise enough food, grass, weapons, and medicinal materials for this general as soon as possible."
"Fifth, send people to lobby the counties heading north to ensure that the post roads along the way are smooth. Remember not to cause panic among the people."
…
In a hurry, Wei Junqian assigned more than a dozen must-do tasks before stopping.
He waved his hand and said, "That's all for now. You are most familiar with your troops. Go back and think about it carefully and find some bandits for me."
The generals left dumbfounded.
As soon as Guan Luping returned to the forward camp, he sent someone to find Ren Ning without even thinking about it.
"Sit down first." He pointed to the stool, "I have seen the training plan of your fifth battalion in the past few months. It can be said that it is more outstanding than other battalions, and I am very pleased with it. Especially the survival training you led. And the night training plan is even more eye-catching, and it definitely has the value of being promoted throughout the army."
"Now the legion has a mission that requires your fifth battalion to carry out."
Ren Ning was stunned for a moment, then cupped his hands and said, "Please give me your orders, general. I will resolutely complete the mission."
"Very good!" Guan Luping nodded with satisfaction and explained the bandit's plan.
"You went over to do whatever you wanted. Whether it was killing people or setting fires, we just pretended not to have seen it and would not admit it. It is best if we can destroy the main force of Nanfeng. If we can't destroy it, we must make them care about their heads and ends. We can no longer send people here to burn them casually. Medicine field.”
Ren Ning's mouth trembled.
Isn't this the style of the scouts in the past?
It's just that there were only a few of them in the past, usually only a few dozen or at most hundreds of people. Now there are tens of thousands of people.
"Guaranteed to complete the task, this is my subordinate's strength."
Guan Luping was stunned for a moment, then he remembered Ren Ning's previous identity and couldn't help laughing.
"General, when will we set off?" he asked.
"Given the general's vigorous and resolute style, it should only take four or five days soon." Guan Luping stroked his beard, "The general is planning to send 10,000 people there, so we have to find other people."
"At that time, we will probably have to start with the forward, center and defense. I will help you get a name for me. Now go back and make preparations first."
