You really can't blame Chen Duan for being narcissistic.
With someone like him and at his level, it would be difficult to impress him with ordinary small favors.
Horseshoes are different.
This is an artifact.
As the most powerful general under the new emperor, Chen Duan not only helped the new emperor to conquer the country, but also fought on the battlefield for the new emperor.
Chen Duan had many encounters with the cavalry of the Northern Dynasties.
The people of the Northern Dynasties were good at riding and shooting, their men and horses were sturdy, and their cavalry came and went without a trace.
In recent years, the cavalry has become "iron cavalry" and has become more and more brave.
Especially the number of war horses is increasing day by day.
Sometimes, Chen Duan and other Southern Dynasty generals were wondering: Where did they get so many horses?
Well, even if there is grassland in the Northern Dynasties, there are sufficient horse farms.
However, the gestation, growth, and training of horses all take time.
War horses suffer normal wear and tear.
According to Chen Duan and others' past experience, the Northern Dynasty's war horses were abnormal in terms of both quantity and quality.
The caravan (secret agent) sent to the Northern Dynasty sent back the news that the war horses of the Northern Dynasty were equipped with an artifact called "horseshoe".
Such artifacts can greatly reduce the damage to war horses.
It can also increase the combat effectiveness of the war horse!
Well, wearing "leather boots" means you can be more bold.
"horseshoe?"
Just hearing the name but not seeing the specific items, Chen Duan and other generals still had no idea at all.
Horseshoes really don't have much technical content. They are like a layer of window paper that breaks with a poke.
But the problem is, what Chen Duan and others missed was that gentle poke.
Now, Gu Qingcheng didn't need Chen Duan to do it himself and delivered the horseshoe to him personally.
How could Chen Duan not be moved?
How come you don't think too much?
"Aqing, you, you -"
Looking at the beautiful girl in front of him, Chen Duan's heart, which had long been tempered by battlefields and power, was as cold as steel, and was actually touched.
Perhaps, the more powerful you are and the harder your heart is, the harder it is to be moved. Once you are moved, it will be particularly profound.
"My lord, I heard that you were sent by the saint to Jiangling to defend against the enemy?"
However, Gu Qingcheng didn't seem to see Chen Duan being moved. Her beautiful eyes were clear and her face was full of sincerity.
She is like an infatuated woman who only has her "fiancé" in her heart.
She cares about him, she works hard and plans for him.
Knowing that his "fiancé" was sent to fight along the river by the Emperor Jiankang, hoping that he would be safe and victorious, he took out the family secret - the horseshoe regardless.
She is truly sincere and regards her husband as her God.
The person is beautiful, the heart is sincere, there is only his own reflection in Jian Shui's autumn eyes... Really, not just Chen Duan, no man can stand it.
This is probably the so-called "hero is saddened by beauty".
It’s not just about beauty, but beauty has him in her heart!
"Time is a bit short. You ordered the craftsmen to work day and night, but we only got a thousand pairs of horseshoes."
"However, please rest assured, Your Majesty, you will continue to let the craftsmen make it."
"You also brought the craftsman here and asked him to lead his men to arm the prince's horses."
"In addition, you have also prepared some food and grass."
Having said this, Gu Qingcheng looked at Chen Duan with slightly distressed eyes.
She lowered her voice and said softly, "Jiankang has been wary of the prince for a long time. He probably won't prepare enough food and grass for the prince."
"Qing built a farm in Lingnan, and also purchased some with the local Li Bu, Huang family, etc. A total of ten thousand stones!"
Ten thousand stones?
Enough for 20,000 to 30,000 troops, which would last for less than half a year.
Chen Duan is indeed short of food, but this man is a "strong general".
The so-called warriors do not mind "fighting to support war."
Especially when the food and salary allocated by the court were insufficient and not timely, Chen Duan could "requisition food" on the spot.
In ancient times, especially when wars were frequent, the boundaries between officials and bandits were really blurred.
Almost all of these warriors have had the experience of setting up troops to grab food.
Of course, if you have enough food and salary, you can still grab it without grabbing it.
Using soldiers to seize food is as bad a reputation as killing prisoners.
Chen Duangui was the king of Liang and had great ambitions. His reputation was too bad, which was not conducive to his great cause.
"My lord, take it all, and you will continue to think of a way."
"Your Majesty is just going to fight outside, leave the logistics and other issues to you."
Gu Qingcheng raised her head, uh, I can't help it, Chen Duan is too tall.
She is not yet fifteen years old, and her body has not fully grown yet.
As for his height, he only reached Chen Duan's shoulders.
The difference was more than thirty centimeters. When Gu Qingcheng spoke, he could only raise his head.
However, from this angle, her small face becomes more delicate and her eyes are sincere.
When she looked at Chen Duan, Chen Duan felt like he was her whole world.
Being worshiped, valued, focused, and attached... As an old widower in his twenties, Chen Duan inexplicably had the impulse and excitement of a young boy.
"Aqing, I understand how you feel about me!"
"Don't worry, I will definitely live up to you."
Chen Duan was really moved by Gu Qing's "without asking for anything in return" contribution.
As for people, they are all "rebellious" at heart.
The more she asks for nothing, the more she wants to give it to her.
Moreover, aside from being moved, Gu Qing is indeed the best "good wife".
Chen Duan looked at Gu Qingcheng with burning eyes and finally made up his mind, "In a few days, I will lead troops to Jiangling."
"This time we send troops, it will take at least a year or two to come back."
"Guangcheng, I'll leave it to A Qing."
Chen Duan looked like he was trusting his family.
Gu Qingcheng did not make any false excuses.
She has successfully switched her identity as "Future Mistress". For her, Guangcheng is not a trophy, but a responsibility!
She nodded solemnly, exuding a virtuous and virtuous character from inside to outside, "My lord, please feel free to go on the expedition, I will definitely guard the rear for you!"
Well, Gu Qingcheng's positioning is very clear - I don't want to occupy the magpie's nest, I just help you keep an eye on the door.
Guangcheng is still your territory, King Liang, and you are the king here.
As for me, I am just a "good housekeeper" who helps you look after your house.
At most, they would install some low-level officials and drag local wealthy families and wealthy businessmen onto the Gu family's ship...
Ahem, this is Gu Qingcheng's consistent strategy in Lingnan, from bottom to top, surrounding the city from the countryside.
He doesn't show off his power, and doesn't win over high-level officials such as governors, but he can actually control the entire state and county!
"Okay! I believe you!"
Chen Duan likes this feeling very much, with the male leading the outside and the female leading the inside.
He can safely fight outside while having a capable and virtuous mistress guarding the rear.
No need to worry about logistical supplies, no need to worry about your base being raided.
As for whether the Gu family will take the opportunity to seize Guangcheng?
Chen Duan had doubts and hesitations.
However, every time I see Gu Qingcheng's beautiful and clear eyes, as well as his unreserved dedication and true love for himself, all doubts disappear.
Furthermore, he, Chen Duan, is not a softie who is plotting against everyone.
He has soldiers!
In the face of absolute force, all conspiracies and calculations are so ridiculous.
Even if Guangcheng or even the entire Lingnan is lost, Chen Duan can take it back with his troops!
"Just in time, let's take this opportunity to take a good look at whether this Gu family is reliable!"
Chen Duan secretly planned to leave a thousand troops in Guangcheng.
He also sent his trusted lieutenants to Gu Qingcheng as "helpers".
Gu Qingcheng: ...He is indeed an old fox, and he is not easily captured.
However, don’t be afraid!
Because Gu Qingcheng never thought about doing tricks.
As a political leader who has lived for two lifetimes, Gu Qingcheng understands people's hearts very well.
No matter what conspiracy she has in her heart, she is sincere on the surface.
Gu Qingcheng really wanted to help Chen Duan and make his troops stronger so that he could become a sharp sword for the Southern Dynasty.
Ahem, what, she has long regarded Chen Duan as "one of her own". The stronger Chen Duan is, the faster and better she, Gu Qingcheng, can achieve her goal.
Her various contributions to Chen Duan also came from "sincerity".
At most, Gu Qingcheng has more than one sincerity!
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After seeing off Chen Duan's army, Gu Qingcheng began to settle in Guangcheng.
She did not use the name of Gu family, but always regarded herself as the "fiancée of Prince Liang".
She is just a virtuous housekeeper, she is just looking after the house for Prince Liang.
The lieutenants and soldiers left behind by Chen Duan were wary at first, thinking that Gu Qingcheng was a vixen who used her beauty to seduce his own prince.
Gu's ambition in Lingnan is like a lice on a bald man's head.
As for Gu's daughter, she seems to be capable and courageous.
Would such a powerful noblewoman from an aristocratic family be willing to be a little woman?
She might have some hidden thoughts.
Look at her!
They must help the prince keep her under control!
However, the law of true fragrance is always late.
Gu Qingcheng's "sincerity" is also an absolute surefire skill.
Chen Duan is not here, but she never leaves "Prince" in everything.
Whether she is entertaining the local wealthy family or visiting the military camp, she always puts her "Prince" on display first.
Even if it was an act of spending his own money to win people's hearts, Gu Qingcheng never mentioned a word about himself.
She will tell everyone, "This is a reward from the prince!"
Eating the food and grass brought by Gu Qingcheng, drinking the wine sent by Gu Qingcheng, using the medicines sent by the medical center under Gu Qingcheng's name... but watching others not taking any credit.
Even the most determined lieutenant general was a little moved.
In the secret letter written to King Liang, the deputy general praised Gu Qingcheng countless times.
And sincerely praised, "My prince is blessed to have found a good wife."
Chen Duan: ...Hmph! You don’t have to say it!
Chen Duan led his army and traveled for two months before arriving at Jiangling.
Then, he formed a confrontation with the invading Northern Dynasty soldiers and horses.
This kind of war of attrition is the most irritating.
It is not only the consumption of troops, but also a big competition of financial resources such as food, grass and ordnance.
The imperial court didn't have any supplies at all.
Chen Jing: Are you kidding? I sent Chen Duan there just to make him and the Northern Dynasties consume each other.
It would be better if both of them could suffer a lose-lose situation.
forage?
ordnance?
War horse?
drug?
No! None!
The court refused, but Chen Duan's army was not in trouble.
Because their coach, King Liang, has an extremely reliable wife!
Batch after batch of logistical supplies were continuously transported from Guangcheng to Jiangling, in full and on time!
