Yunzhou City.
The scout reported back that Lou Fan's team seemed to be making some unusual moves and seemed to be withdrawing its troops.
It can be seen that there is smoke and dust rising behind the Loufan camp. This cannot be hidden from others. There are many people in Loufan and cavalry. As long as the people and horses move, the smoke and dust will inevitably rise.
After hearing this, General Feng Xiu looked at Lin Ye: "Do you want to arrange for someone to go out of the city to explore?"
What Feng Xiu meant was to arrange for a group of cavalry to go out and try to attack. If the Loufan people really retreated, they could pursue them on a large scale.
"No need."
Lin Ye said: "Ning Shehai is in the north. If the Loufan people really want to retreat, there will be news from Ningshehai. From my guess, the Loufan people are just trying to lure the enemy."
Feng Xiu nodded: "Okay."
Ning Haitang said: "The Loufan people have a problem with food and grass. The vanguard army that was the first to arrive outside Yunzhou City is missing. It is estimated that there is internal strife."
"They have food problems and internal problems, so the Loufan people are now eager to lure us out of the city for a decisive battle. Lin Ye is right, most of the time it is a trick to lure the enemy."
Feng Xiu said: "I'm just worried that if we don't keep a closer eye, the Loufan people may defend Caoshu City."
Lin Ye smiled and said: "How can Caoshu City be so easy to defend? If it were really easy, why didn't I let Ning Shehai stop the Loufan people in Caoshu City?"
Feng Xiu's heart moved slightly when she heard this.
What the general said seems to make sense.
Previously, the general led his troops to sneak attack the front troops of the Loufan people in Caoshu City, killing more than 20,000 enemies, and then immediately withdrew from Caoshu City.
Prior to this, the 60,000 border troops in Caoshu City retreated without a fight and followed Ning Shehai away.
After that, the Lou Fan army who stayed in Caoshu City
The number of troops was not particularly large. If Ning crossed the sea and intended to fight back to Caoshu City, Caoshu City had already been recovered.
After considering the cause and effect, Feng Xiu finally realized that the arrangement made by the general in Caoshu City was not just a sneak attack.
Could it be said that before the war started, the general felt that Caoshu City was the top priority?
Could it be said that before the war started, the general was sure that the Loufan people could not attack Yunzhou and would definitely retreat to Caoshu City?
As a coach, it is natural for him to think a lot, but Feng Xiu felt that he had not thought about it. Why didn't he have so many wonderful ideas?
Therefore, Feng Xiu couldn't help but admire Lin Ye in his heart, but also felt that his talent might be too far behind the general's.
"Is this line in Caoshu City the key to the Loufan people's defeat in this battle?"
Feng Xiu looked at Lin Ye, trying to get a clear answer from the general.
Lin Ye said: "Cao Shu City can't be defended. I made some arrangements before. There are too many things that Loufan people are not good at. It's not that easy to imitate us in defending the city."
He looked to the north, was silent for a while and then said: "Although I don't know what happened in Loufan's country now, I always feel that the situation in Loufan's country is much more complicated than that in their army."
Ning Haitang asked: "Because...the Supreme Saint?"
Lin Ye nodded.
Ning Haitang said: "If the Supreme Saint really made arrangements, he shouldn't have sent someone back to tell you."
Lin Ye said: "There are not many people around him. I hope he won't do anything."
When he said this, Ning Haitang and others couldn't help but think of Zong Zheng Shiquan. They didn't know whether it was God's will or something, but the two emperors
The rulers of the country even chose to visit each other's homes.
If the Supreme Saint Lord is accidentally caught by Lou Fan, the situation will suddenly become more complicated.
They thought that this was what Lin Ye was worried about, but what Lin Ye was worried about was only whether the Taishang Shengjun's body could hold on.
He knew that man's character too well.
"There will be news."
Ning Haitang said: "Maybe it's just not the time yet."
Lin Ye pondered for a moment and then looked at Pang Panghai and ordered: "Choose the best scouts, go out at night, bypass the Loufan people's camp, hide and wait on the Loufan people's way back north, there is no need to take the initiative to inquire about anything, just wait Just leave it on.”
"If you see a small group of Lou Fan rushing north, immediately notify Ning Shehai and do not intercept them under any circumstances."
"Don't intercept?"
Pang Panghai was stunned for a moment.
Lin Ye nodded: "If there is a large-scale withdrawal of troops, tell Ning Shehai to stop it. After I lead the army to arrive, we will join forces with the Dongbo people to attack from three sides. If it is a small-scale team heading north, it is probably because Zong Zheng is about to go back. Fight for the throne."
Feng Xiu didn't understand. He asked curiously: "Zong Zhengxian is the most likely person to compete for the throne. If we let him go, he may be a disaster in the future. Why not intercept him halfway?"
Lin Ye said: "Because...if he goes back, more people on Lou Fan's side may die."
Feng Xiu still doesn't understand.
The moment Lin Ye was meditating just now, he thought carefully about what he was doing in Lou Fan if he were the Supreme Saint.
Looking at the whole world, there are probably only a few people who can understand the thoughts of the Supreme Sage, but now here
There was only Lin Ye in Dayu.
"if......"
Lin Ye suddenly said to himself: "Loufan is in chaos, so Loutai Mingyu must rush back to their capital as soon as possible..."
Having said this, he turned back and looked into the distance, where Nie Wuzhi was sitting not far away pretending to read the palm of a female general under Ning Haitang.
"Old Nie!"
Lin Ye shouted: "There is something I need you to do."
Nie Wuzhi reluctantly let go of the female general's hand and looked at Lin Ye reluctantly: "What's the matter?"
Geling City.
Xin Yanque adjusted the dragon robe on his body. The clothes looked gorgeous and noble, but he just didn't like it. It would feel extra heavy when wearing it.
Several times he couldn't help but want to wear the Taoist robe of Shangyang Palace to go to court, but in the end he couldn't resist Gu Xiujin's dissuasion.
Gu Xiujin said that Your Majesty cannot be too willful. If I can't persuade Your Majesty, I will have to invite Master Ning to come and let Master Ning crash to death outside the imperial study.
Xin Yanque thought about Xiao Gu, you are so damn cruel...
Lord Ti Ning, thank you for your eighteenth generation of ancestors.
At this moment, Ning Weimo and the other two assistants were in the imperial study, reporting the war situation to Xin Yanque.
"His Majesty."
Second Assistant Yao Xinyuan said: "The Ministry of Revenue made a deduction after statistics. The most difficult thing is the next two months. There is still more than a month before the summer grain is put into the warehouse. Even if it is sent to northern Xinjiang immediately after it is put into the warehouse, there will be many difficulties on the way. It will take more than a month to go.”
"If the grain and grass allocated by various states to northern Xinjiang can be sustained in two months, then there is no need to worry too much about logistical supplies for this war. The fear is that it cannot be sustained."
Xin Yanque asked: "How big is the gap?"
Yao Xin
Far Road: "Half of the grain and grass sent from the southern states to northern Xinjiang are damaged on the road. If it is sent from the southwest, the road damage may even be more than 60%. For the nearby states and counties, the grain and grass have been sent, and for those farther away I sent it over, I’m afraid...it’s not enough.”
"Fifty to sixty percent?"
Xin Yanque's expression changed. He realized that he was really not suitable to be an emperor... He should have considered this kind of thing a long time ago, but he still couldn't think of it without being reminded today.
Dayu is a big place, and the southwest road is not easy to walk, so the consumption of food and grass along the way is extremely huge.
Ten kilograms of grain, if four or five kilograms are left after being sent to Northern Xinjiang, it is indeed considered good.
Such a huge consumption is only on the surface, and it is difficult to estimate the impact it will have later on.
"but......"
Ning Weimo said at this time: "Yesterday, Chen Weiwei, the acting master of Fengyu Temple, found me and chatted with me for half an hour. I think what he said is feasible."
Xin Yanque asked, "What did Chen Weiwei tell you?"
Ning Weimo said: "Guanzhu Chen said that the Shangyang Palaces in various places are actually very rich, and at least they have a lot of food. He hopes that Your Majesty can consider asking the Shangyang Palaces in various places to donate some food."
Xin Yanque frowned: "Why doesn't he come to see me directly?"
Ning Weimo said: "Guanzhu Chen said that he came to Zhenyuan Palace two days ago, but His Majesty did not see him."
Xin Yanque thought for a while, and it seemed that this was the case.
"No matter how much food is stored in each location, how much more can we have?"
"If the various branches of Shangyang Palace start to take the lead in donating food, then the Jianghu sects in various places will also follow suit."
"Huh? It seems a bit
reason. "
"I think that even if the various places in Shangyang Palace don't donate much food, once this matter is publicized, the people will definitely be inspired."
Xin Yan nodded slightly: "It's a good thing, but...it's not allowed."
Ning Wei was startled.
The other two assistants were also a little confused. This matter was a good thing whether it would alleviate the pressure on food or guide public opinion. Why did His Majesty reject it so simply and swiftly?
"His Majesty."
Ning Weimo said: "No matter what Mr. Chen Guanzhu is like, this suggestion is indeed..."
Xin Yanque said: "There is no need to discuss this matter anymore. In the name of the imperial court, we can send a message to the major sects in various states and counties and let them take the lead. Don't let Shangyang Palace take the lead."
When Ning Wei and the others heard this, their hearts shook involuntarily.
The Supreme Sage really wanted to suppress the influence of Shangyang Palace at that time, which would definitely be a good thing for the court.
The influence of Shangyang Palace is so great that it can influence the situation of the court. This is a hidden danger no matter what era it is.
But what they didn't expect was that as a person from Shangyang Palace, why did Xin Yanque have such a more decisive attitude than the Supreme Saint?
Just because you don't like Chen Weiwei?
That's even more inappropriate. If you just don't like Chen Weiwei, why would Your Majesty ask Chen Weiwei to act as a substitute for the temple?
The Supreme Sage made it clear at that time that he would not establish a temple master in the future of Fengyu Temple. His Majesty later promoted Chen Weiwei. Although he added a generational name, did he still directly deny the will of the Supreme Sage?
So judging from this point, His Majesty does not dislike Chen Weiwei.
Ning Weimo and others could not figure it out. They only thought that His Majesty might want to completely eliminate the influence of Shangyang Palace.
go.
Shangyang Palace was not allowed to have another chance to gain popularity, so the office was asked to send a message to other sects in various states and counties.
In this case, if Chen Weiwei knew about it, how much would he hate His Majesty in his heart?
hatred?
When Ning Weimo thought of this, he suddenly felt like he understood what was going on.
A few days later, Fengyu Temple.
After taking the Shangyang Palace disciples for morning lessons, Chen Weiwei couldn't help but let out a long breath when he returned to the study.
He didn't understand himself.
Obviously now, his status has reached a level that he could not even imagine when he was in Yunzhou. Without a real master in charge of Shangyang Palace, he is truly the number one person in Shangyang Palace.
But he is not satisfied now. He is not satisfied when he thinks about his current status every moment and every breath. He feels that he may be sick, but he has no way to cure himself.
He asked to see Xin Yanque before, so he asked to see Ning Weimo instead, hoping to perform well and gain Xin Yanque's attention again.
But Xin Yanque couldn't see him, which made his original gratitude to Xin Yanque completely disappear.
"Guanzhu."
A disciple walked to the door quietly and carefully looked at Chen Weiwei's reaction.
Chen Weiwei asked with a gloomy face: "What's the matter?"
"Master Zaifuning from the Office of the Administrative Office sent someone to deliver a letter. This disciple does not dare to delay..."
Before he could finish his words, he was interrupted by Chen Weiwei: "Give me the letter. You can go back."
The disciple hurriedly stepped forward and handed the letter to Chen Weiwei with both hands. After he went out, he couldn't help but breathed a sigh of relief and walked away quickly. He was a little curious, so he stopped at the door of the courtyard. After a while, he suddenly heard an angry curse.
, followed by the sound of something breaking, which scared him and ran away quickly.
In the room, Chen Weiwei's face was ashen.
Ning Weimo's letter to him was very short, just a few sentences, and it probably meant telling him that His Majesty was not allowed to take the lead in donating food to Shangyang Palace.
Chen Weiwei's eyes were sinister, and when he thought of the three words Xin Yanque for the first time, he felt a murderous intention.
