Lin'an, somewhere in a mansion.
Murong Zhengshan and Lu Houde met again. Looking at the calm Murong Zhengshan in front of him, Lu Houde was silent for a while and then said in a deep voice:
"Zhengshan, you are really right. News came from the north that the Fengwu Army not only defeated the Kipchak Khanate in one fell swoop and annihilated tens of thousands of people in the Kipchak Khanate, but also recaptured the entire Yongliang including Yongliang. Even the enemy General Bahat was also captured alive by the Fengwu Army····························
"There is even news that the great Khan of the Kipchaks, Estogan, was also in the clouds and was injured by the Fengwu army. He led thousands of remnants to flee in confusion and is currently unknown whether he is alive or dead!"
After speaking, Lu Houde looked at Murong Zhengshan with some emotion. About ten days ago, when Murong Zhengshan told him that the Fengwu Army would defeat the Kipchak Khanate, he still didn't believe it!
It's not that Lu Houde doesn't believe in the strength of the Fengwu Army. In the past, in countless fierce battles in Youyan, Qilu, Jiyu, Yunbin, Guanzhong, Anqing, etc., the Fengwu Army has proven their strong combat effectiveness to everyone in the world. !
Therefore, Lu Houde believed in the strength of the Fengwu Army, but this time the Fengwu Army's opponent, the Kipchak Khanate, was too powerful!
In the past, when Shangguan Hongyuan commanded the world, the imperial army in its heyday could only compete with the Kipchaks even if they gathered the strength of the entire Zhou Dynasty!
Although the battle between the Fengwu Army and the Kipchaks is in the north, there are also many people paying attention to it in the south thousands of miles away!
Everyone knows very well that although Ye Mingsheng is using the slogan of "Qing Jun", it is just a cover. We are all foxes for thousands of years, and whoever believes in him is a big injustice... ··········
Everyone clearly realized that Ye Mingsheng, who was using the slogan of "Qingjunzi", would not be able to stop as he had promised after killing the female thief of the Shangguan family!
Ye Mingsheng will definitely continue to attack the south and try to unify the entire Zhou Dynasty, so that he can proclaim himself emperor!
Therefore, when the Kipchaks took action, some people in the south were also celebrating. They felt that in this way the Kipchaks could give the Fengwu Army a heavy blow. It was not even impossible that they could break the Fengwu Army's spine with a thunderous blow and completely destroy the Fengwu Army. The possibility of military unification!
Regarding this issue, Lu Jianchao also invited his son Lu Houde, nephew Lu Yun, and other close ministers to discuss. After several hours of discussion, everyone formed a unified opinion, that is, this time the Fengwu Army and the Kipchak Khanate should When you meet an opponent in chess, you will meet a good talent!
The two sides are at odds with each other. Although the Fengwu Army's firearms are very powerful, the Kipchaks' cavalry and shooting skills are also good. It depends on which of the two sides can hide their weaknesses as much as possible on the battlefield and give full play to their advantages!
However, no matter who wins this victory, it will definitely be a tragic victory. Neither side will be easy, and their strength will definitely be consumed to a certain extent. Therefore, regardless of whether the Kipchaks can win this battle, it will definitely make Feng Feng The military army slowed down the pace of unifying the Zhou Dynasty!
Lu Houde also fully recognized this consensus. Therefore, when Murong Zhengshan said that the Fengwu Army would achieve a great victory, he was very surprised. He even felt that what Murong Zhengshan said was an exaggeration... ··························
However, when the news of the Fengwu Army's great victory in the war with the Kipchaks came back to Jiangnan a few hours ago, it is no exaggeration to say that the officials in Jiangnan were almost shocked!
After repeatedly confirming that it was correct, Lu Houde came to Murong Zhengshan and brought the news to Murong Zhengshan under the instruction of Lu Jianchao!
Although Murong Zhengshan had long expected that the Fengwu Army would win, when he heard the news from Lu Houde, Murong Zhengshan couldn't help but be shocked!
Murong Zhengshan subconsciously picked up the tea cup and took a sip to hide his surprise.
Because of his family connections, Murong Zhengshan had a rough understanding of the Fengwu Army's combat deployment, so based on the comprehensive strength between the Kipchaks and the Fengwu Army, he judged that the Fengwu Army would win this war with the Kipchaks. victory!
However, although he judged that the Fengwu Army would win, Murong Zhengshan also adopted the method when he told Lu Houde.
A bit of exaggerated rhetoric!
Murong Zhengshan also knew that the Kipchak Khanate was very strong, so he thought that it would be good if the Fengwu Army could capture half of Yongliang, and the Kipchak Khanate could defend Jincheng!
But now it seems that the Fengwu Army is more powerful than he imagined, and his cheap cousin-in-law, Marshal Ye, is also more awesome than he imagined... ·············
Thinking of this, Murong Zhengshan couldn't help but feel happy. After all, he now represented the Fengwu Army. The Fengwu Army was so awesome that he had enough confidence to speak. If the Fengwu Army was completely defeated, his words would be regarded as farts!
Although Murong Zhengshan was secretly happy in his heart, he still tried to remain as calm as possible on the surface, but this seemed to Lu Houde to be unpredictable!
Lu Houde couldn't help but fall into deep thought when he thought of Murong Zhengshan's firm vow that the Fengwu Army would achieve a great victory more than ten days ago.
He felt that Murong Zhengshan must have known some of the Fengwu Army's combat secrets for being so steadfast in his oath, otherwise he wouldn't have such great confidence!
Murong Zhengshan knew such secrets of combat, which shows the Murong family's status in the Fengwu Army!
Thinking of this, Lu Houde couldn't help but look at Murong Zhengshan even more highly. At this time, Murong Zhengshan put down the tea cup in his hand and pretended to be reserved:
"The officers and soldiers of the Fengwu Army are already the elite of the Great Zhou Dynasty. What's more, this time Marshal Ye went to the battle in person. The officers and soldiers were also very inspired. They all took the lead bravely. How can this battle be invincible?"
Lu Houde also echoed Murong Zhengshan's dramatic remarks and praised Ye Mingsheng.
After talking about the scene, Lu Houde pondered for a moment, then changed his tone and said under the gaze of Murong Zhengshan:
"Zhengshan, the Zhennan Army of Chishan Prefecture escaped last night..."
When Murong Zhengshan heard this, he looked at Lu Houde and smiled without saying a word. Both of them knew that the Zhennan Army in Chishan Prefecture, although they said they escaped on their own, actually they all returned by boat with the acquiescence of the Jiangnan Army. From Jiangnan!
Under the gaze of Murong Zhengshan, the lying Lu Houde was also slightly embarrassed. However, for a politician like him, the embarrassment was only temporary. He continued to speak mysteriously:
[In view of the general environment,
"Zhengshan, do you know what these Zhennan troops will do after they return to Huainan?"
Murong Zhengshan also realized something as soon as these words came out. He thought for a moment and said:
"It's nothing more than consolidating the city!"
Lu Houde heard this, stroking his palms and smiling:
"Zhengshan, if it were you and I would naturally think so! Strengthen the defense and wait for the Fengwu army to attack!
"But Xu Zhaojie is indeed a character, very courageous and talented!"
Murong Zhengshan looked startled when he heard what Lu Houde said. He carefully felt the meaning of Lu Houde's words. Not only did one possibility appear in his mind, but he blurted out:
"Brother, are you saying that Xu Zhaojie wants to counterattack?"
Facing Murong Zhengshan's gaze, Lu Houde nodded slowly and said:
"The Marquis of Zhenyuan does have some ideas. He is not willing to be led by your Fengwu Army. He wants to take the initiative to challenge your Fengwu Army... ···············》
"I have to say that although Mr. Xu's idea is very bold, but after careful calculation, it is still a big opportunity for him!"
"Compared with your Fengwu Army's Fourth Army and Kangyin's First Division left behind in Anqing, the Zhennan Army is now at a disadvantage in terms of strength, but the overall gap is not big!"
"Xu Zhaojie still has a high chance of winning. If we wait until the main force of your Fengwu Army comes to kill him, then the possibility of his survival will be slim!"
Murong Zhengshan frowned when he heard this, thought for a moment and said:
"Brother, where did you get this news? Xu Zhao
Is Jie determined to counterattack Anqing and Jiyu? "
Facing Murong Zhengshan's inquiry, Lu Houde shook his head and said:
"Zhengshan, I can't tell you where the news came from. I can only tell you that this time Xu Zhaojie attacked Jiangnan. My father was so frightened that he approved a lot of money to take some preventive measures!"
"Your Fengwu Army has a Coordination Office, and the Zhennan Army has Thousand Tiger Guards, not to mention the previous Supervision Department. We in Jiangnan should also have our own intelligence force. As the saying goes, money can make all the difference, and we in Jiangnan are the least likely to do so. What’s missing is money!”
Hearing what Lu Houde said, Murong Zhengshan also nodded and was too sensible to ask about the source of the information.
Lu Houde continued to speak:
"As for where Xu Zhaojie wants to counterattack, we are currently investigating, but we haven't found out yet..."
"The only thing I can be sure of is that after Xu Zhaojie returned to Shouchun, he didn't stay there long before he started inspecting the army. Everyone knows that your Marshal Ye and Xu Zhaojie had a personal grudge before!"
"Once your Fengwu army goes south, Xu Zhaojie will definitely be the first to be attacked, so Xu Zhaojie will never be willing to just sit back and wait for death!"
At the end, Lu Houde's voice was very decisive. It was obvious that he was very confident in his judgment!
Murong Zhengshan also fell into silence after hearing this. Lu Houde's words were still very convincing. Although it was still a little hard to believe that Xu Zhaojie was still thinking about counterattack at this point, but Murong Zhengshan had to admit that this was indeed a Not a small possibility!
Looking at Murong Zhengshan in silence, Lu Houde continued with a smile:
"Zhengshan, since we all know some news, and your Fengwu Army Coordination Office has such a great reputation, I believe they will not be kept in the dark, so don't worry too much!"
"Although the main force of the Fengwu Army is now in the north, the Fourth Army in Anqing and the Fifth Division in Kangyin together have more than 50,000 people, not to mention your newly reorganized Fifth Army in Jingchu. Together, it can be said that It’s twice as big as the Zhennan Army!”
"So as long as this news is known in advance, I believe that Xu Zhaojie's Zhennan Army will hardly cause any waves..."
Murong Zhengshan raised his head when he heard this, looked at Lu Houde with some scrutiny and said in a deep voice:
"Brother, why are you telling me this? I think my father-in-law would like to see Xu Zhaojie win, right?"
Lu Houde smiled and waved his hand and said:
"Zhengshan, what you said is wrong. Xu Zhaojie almost took Jiangnan away. How could my father want to see him win?"
"Everyone knows that Xu Zhaojie is ambitious. If he defeats your Fengwu Army, there is no guarantee that he will not break his promise and continue to attack us in Jiangnan!"
At this point, Lu Houde's expression gradually became serious, and he watched Murong Zhengshan preach word by word:
"Zhengshan, I want to tell you something from the bottom of my heart. My dad does have a strong sense of self-reliance, so he doesn't want to see either of you win. It's best for both of you to lose!"
Murong Zhengshan believed that Lu Houde was telling the truth, but one thing worth his attention was that Lu Houde was talking about his father, not them. Although this was just a difference in title, it also made Murong Zhengshan think deeply. Could it be Do Lu Houde and his father Lu Jianchao have different ideas?
Looking at Murong Zhengshan's expression, Lu Houde also knew what he was thinking, and immediately said quietly:
"If you can stand on your own, of course that would be the best!"
"But looking at the current momentum of your Fengwu Army, I don't think Xu Zhaojie can stop him. Even if he fights to the end, he is just a mantis trying to use his arm as a chariot, and it is difficult to cause too much trouble to the Fengwu Army... ···················》
"Although my father has some abilities, in the final analysis he is ambitious and lacks talent. Although he wants to be independent, he looks forward and backward. He is afraid of the wolf in front and the tiger behind. In the end, it is difficult to achieve great things!"
Hearing Lu Houde say this
Commenting on Lu Jianchao, although Murong Zhengshan strongly agreed with Lu Houde's ideas, he was still quite embarrassed. He didn't know whether to agree with Lu Houde's views or to hold an opposing opinion!
Here Lu Houde continued:
"Once Xu Zhaojie is defeated, I don't think my father can hold on. If you offer a good price to Fengwu Army, he will most likely be willing to give up the territory of Jiangnan and surrender to your Marshal Ye!"
"In my opinion, Marshal Ye is not a person who kills indiscriminately. Gao Zongchang's family and Yin Biao's family are said to be living well in Yi Jing. I think our family will most likely end up like this!"
"My father is in his mid-sixties this year. To put it bluntly, he has been here for the rest of his life and there is nothing to regret. It will be great to be a peaceful and wealthy man for the rest of his life!"
"But I'm different. I've just turned thirty this year and am in my prime. I don't want to be a wealthy man for the rest of my life. Although I have no worries about food and drink, I am watched every day. I still have some ambitions that I want to realize. ························》
"Zhengshan, do you understand what I mean?"
