"This Zhao Xuanyi, Huangkou boy, shameless! He dares to refuse this general's kindness! It's like a toast and a penalty for not eating!" Ye Yaoming hurriedly poured a cup of tea for Ye Yuanzhi.
"Father, please don't be angry. Judging from the current situation, Zhao Xuanyi really doesn't dare to agree easily! Moreover, I don't believe Zhao Xuanyi. Rather than letting him lead our Huhao military camp, it's better for me to go myself!"
"Ridiculous! You are the backbone of my Ye family, why do you rush to the border if there is nothing wrong? If something happens to you, how will you let your father live?" Ye Yuanzhi said loudly.
Ye Yaoming was very touched. It seemed that after his sister passed away, his father became more concerned about the safety of himself and his younger brother.
"Father, don't worry. I just want to go to the border to do my best. I may not actually fight the enemy. Today, if I don't go to the border, it seems that our Ye family is too indifferent!"
"Don't worry! My father has already hired an expert, and he must be in the capital soon!"
"Oh? Father has found a master?"
"Well! It took a lot of effort to invite this gentleman to come out! I have already asked Ye Yaoguo to pick him up!" Ye Yaoming was curious in his heart. Although he was not very smart, he was not stupid. Why did his father still go and invite him? other people?
Who? The father and son were discussing in the hall when they heard footsteps and Ye Yaoguo ran into the hall.
"Father, second brother, I have already invited Mr. Ye!" Ye Yuanzhi stood up in a hurry
"Great? Where are the people?"
"Right in the courtyard!" Ye Yaoguo said.
"Hurry, hurry, hurry up and greet him!" Ye Yuanzhi walked out of the hall with a smile. Ye Yaoming's face was not very happy, who was he thinking?
Or an expert? I want to see how high it is? The father and son walked out of the hall and saw a middle-aged man of about forty standing in the yard. The man was wearing a blue-gray gown, with a heavy cloak behind him to resist the cold wind, and a colorful hat on his head. A head full of long silver-white hair!
Ye Yaoming frowned after seeing it and thought to himself: Could this guy be sick? Why do you have silver hair?
She doesn’t look too young, but she’s not old either! The man has a Chinese character face, thick eyebrows and big eyes. This pair of eyes, in particular, looks very energetic. He is good at balancing. Although his facial features are regular, there is no kindness in sight. It seems that every organ is full of energy. Hidden with various calculations, Ye Yaoming didn't like this person very much.
"Mr. Nangong, you are here, please come in!" Ye Yuanzhi warmly greeted the man! The man smiled slightly and cupped his fists
"Uncle Guo, it's been such a long time!"
"Yes, it's been almost five years since we said goodbye. It's been a hard journey!" Ye Yuanzhi said with a smile. After a few people walked into the hall, the guests and hosts took their seats, and Ye Yuanzhi hurriedly introduced them.
"Mr. Nangong, this is the dog Ye Yaoming, Yaoming, this is Nangong Shuo, Mr. Nangong!" Ye Yaoming was not familiar with it. He had traveled all over the country for many years in the early years, so he had never heard of this name, but Since my father was so enthusiastic, I couldn't lose my etiquette and hurriedly stood up to salute.
"Mr. Nangong!" Nangong Shuo looked at Ye Yaoming and smiled slightly
"Uncle Guo, you are so lucky. Your two sons are both civilized and military. What a blessing!"
"Mr. Nangong, thank you! It must have been very hard for Mr. Nangong to travel all the way this time. I have ordered someone to arrange a room. Mr. Nangong will go to rest first. We will talk about the rest later?" Ye Yuanzhi said with an apologetic smile on his face.
"Very good, but I'd be rude. Let's discuss it tomorrow!" After Nangong Shuo finished speaking, he stood up and left, following the guidance of his servants, he left the hall!
Ye Yaoming looked at Nangong Shuo's leaving figure, hesitating in his heart. Is this person really the master his father said he was?
I really didn’t see it! Ye Yaoguo was also confused and turned to look at Ye Yuanzhi
"Father, it's enough to have a second brother in the family, why did you find another one? This guy doesn't look like he's very powerful!"
"Confused! So the real person doesn't show his face. If you can see it, is he still an expert? Don't underestimate this person. When you see his power, you will be impressed! Yaoguo, order the kitchen to prepare a meal tonight The food and wine on the table will be sent to Mr. Nangong’s room!”
"he himself?"
"Mr. Nangong likes to drink alone and does not like to drink with outsiders. Everyone has their own preferences. Just go and prepare!" Ye Yuanzhi ordered.
"Yes!" Ye Yaoguo was curious as he walked. Could this guy be here to get food and drinks? After a night's rest, Ye Yaoming got up early the next day and rushed to Nangong Shuo's room. He thought that no matter what, he would be a guest when he walked in, so he asked Nangong Shuo to have breakfast with him!
Ye Yaoming came to the door of Nangong Shuo's room and knocked gently.
"Mr. Nangong? Are you awake?" Nangong Shuo's voice came from the room.
"Second Young Master? Please come in!" Ye Yaoming slowly opened the door
"Mr. Nangong, let me invite you...?" Before Ye Yaoming could finish speaking, he was stunned on the spot. He saw that the screen in the room was covered with all kinds of papers!
Moreover, these papers have various pictures drawn on them, and also indicate the vocabulary of various military deployments. The eight pictures on the entire screen have written down all the various actions of the current border war and the military strength of each family. This It is clearly a Ming Dynasty strategic map!
Ye Yaoming immediately realized that the person in front of him was no ordinary person. He hurriedly walked to the screen and looked at the various drawings on it. He could clearly see where the various forces were stationed now, where they might go in the future, etc.!
"Sir, are you...?" Ye Yaoming humbly asked for advice! Nangong Shuo smiled slightly
"The second young master is as smart as me. You should be able to see these drawings clearly, right?
"Of course I can understand, but... sir, how do you know this?" After all, these troop strength and deployment are military secrets. It is normal for you to know, but it is a bit abnormal for an outsider to know.
Nangong Shuo laughed after hearing this
"Second Young Master, you don't have to worry about these details. Could you please tell Second Young Master what the problem is now?" Ye Yaoming looked at the drawings carefully and then said
"The enemy's strength is unknown now. We don't know if there are reinforcements or if other countries are joining us. What we need to worry more about is the enemy's intentions. Where are they going to attack?"
"They are now surrounding the border and watching eagerly. It cannot be just to put more pressure on our border soldiers. They must also want to attack, but the first battle is very important, so the other side does not dare to attack easily!" Nangong Shuo nodded.
"Then tell me, Second Young Master, why they don't dare to attack easily?" Ye Yaoming looked at the map carefully and kept thinking.
"It can't be because of military strength, nor logistical supplies, or...?" Ye Yaoming seemed to suddenly think of a possibility.
"Is it possible that it's them?" Nangong Shuo's face was full of appreciation.
"That's right! The second young master's thoughts coincide with mine!" Nangong Shuo pointed to the five countries on the map.
"They are a coalition in name, but in fact they are also suspicious of each other, but they are at odds with each other. As for who is fighting in this fight, this is the biggest problem!"
"Every country wants to let other countries fight the first battle in order to test the Ming Dynasty's military strength and combat power. But now both sides are preparing for war. This first stop must use all their strength, so they are not willing Take risks, don't want to let your subordinates suffer losses, which will cause fatigue in subsequent battles! That's why the opponent only defends but does not attack!" Ye Yaoming nodded.
"But there are 200,000 enemy troops. Even the daily supply of food and grass is a big waste! The enemy army really has enough food and grass, so can they waste it without fear?"
"So this is the key point!" Nangong Shuo said, pointing to the Far East Theater.
"This is the weakest point! The Jurchen tribe has strong soldiers and horses, and they can afford it. However, Goryeo and Fusang came across the state and across the sea. Their country is far away on the other side of the sea. In other words, their food and grass are particularly Precious!" Ye Yaoming continued.
"So the food and grass in the two countries must be exhausted soon. When the time comes, they will have to jump over the wall and take the lead in launching a battle!"
"Children can be taught! But they dare to rush into such a huge battle. I guess they must have enough food and grass when they set off! From now on, it should not be a problem within half a month!" Nangong Shuo said softly.
Ye Yaoming also nodded in agreement.
"Sir, if I raise my troops in half a month, I will definitely attack one of their countries effectively. As long as I defeat a country's troop deployment, the enemy army will be in chaos!"
"No, half a month is too long, ten days! We can raise our troops and go within ten days!"
"Why five days in advance?" Ye Yaoming asked. Nangong Shuo smiled
"Second Young Master, we must win! If we really wait until they run out of food, they will fight tooth and nail, and ten days is the best choice. By then they will not be able to supply supplies, and they will definitely fight with the Jurchens or the Jurchens Countries such as Tatar borrow grain and grass! What do you think will happen at this time?"
"If it were me, I would definitely not lend it. I don't know when the battle will start. If I lend food and grass to the enemy, once the battle starts, my own food and grass supply will be insufficient! And the Tatars and Oaras already occupy the terrain , their logistical supplies are not a problem, but they will not provide help!" Ye Yaoming said.
"That's right! So after ten days, there will definitely be a small friction in the Far East Theater. Regardless of whether the Jurchens accept it or not, there will definitely be a dispute between Goryeo and Fusang due to insufficient food and grass. By then, the army's morale will be weakened, which is the best way for us to advance. The timing!" Nangong Shuo said with a smile.
After hearing this, Ye Yaoming hurriedly saluted Nangong Shuo.
"Sir, you are really not a mortal. He actually saw through the battle situation in one night. Yao Ming admires him!"
"Hahaha! Second Young Master's reward is just for gossiping more!"
"Every word you say is enough to shock one side, and every drawing is a real-life battle situation. But sir, do you think we will attack Goryeo or Japanese pirates?" Ye Yaoming asked.
"Well... to be honest, I haven't fought against people from these two countries. We still have to wait and see. And if the second young master wants to lead troops to go on an expedition, there is another very important issue!"
"Sir, please speak!"
"The master comes from nowhere! It would be fine if the second young master goes to the emperor to ask for a battle. If he sends troops privately, even if he wins, he will probably be charged with lack of military discipline!" Nangong Shuo reminded seriously.
After hearing this, Ye Yaoming also thought a little bit.
"Let's put this aside. Sir, you may not know. What I fear most now is not foreign enemies, but General Xiangyun Zhao Xuanyi. His Qilin Guards are very powerful! Now he has nearly 30,000 people stationed outside the capital. Do you think he will Do you think so?" Nangong Shuo smiled and shook his head.
"Don't be afraid of him, he doesn't have enough troops!"
"There are not enough troops? Why do you say this, sir?"
"His Qilin Guards don't dare to move! Otherwise, the capital will be difficult to defend, and Qisheng doesn't care about his family. He doesn't dare to do this! If she wants to break the current mess, she will need at least 50,000 troops, but where will he get them?"
"Fifty thousand?" Ye Yaoming looked at the drawing. There was no mark on it. Did Zhao Xuanyi need fifty thousand?
How did he figure it out? Nangong Shuo slowly walked to Ye Yaoming's side
"Second Young Master, don't worry. If Zhao Xuanyi doesn't have 50,000 troops for this battle, he won't dare to act rashly. But now there are no troops mobilized at the northern border and the Far East Theater. In other words, as long as your Ye family doesn't send troops to assist, he will Nothing can be done!" When Ye Yaoming heard this, a sinister smile appeared on his face, and he thought to himself, Zhao Xuanyi, Zhao Xuanyi, I helped you with good intentions before, but you refused in every possible way, are you okay now?
Even if you come to beg me now, I won't help you. What will you do then?
