Facing Zhang Ruoqi's inquiry, Hong Chengchou did not rush to express his attitude, but slowly scanned the officials in the lobby.
When Zhang Cheng saw him acting like this, he cursed in his heart: "Old fox, don't ask me to be your gun again!"
For this reason, he changed his strategy and began to talk passionately with Meng Dao and Zuo Guangxian. Zuo Guangxian was eager to redeem himself by making contributions, but such a military discussion was not the place for him to make random statements.
Zhang Cheng and the two of them mostly talked about the customs and customs in Liaodong, as well as romantic affairs and topics common to men. They became more and more enthusiastic as they talked, especially Zuo Guangxian, who was eager to drag Zhang Cheng there and "test the gun." ".
Compare which one is the "undefeated overlord gun"!
Zhang Cheng had a devilish smile on his face and said, "I'm so energetic and ferocious. Is it possible that I'm still afraid of you, you old shameless person?"
While the three of them were laughing, they heard Hong Chengchou ask: "What does Qiu Futai have to say?"
Qiu Minyang was also a member of the "principle faction". Like Hong Chengchou, he advocated "principle is the main thing." Now seeing Hong Duchen asking him, he naturally wanted to support him, so he stroked his beard and said: "The strategy of our troops to attack in separate ways. Not undesirable.
It's just that the troops are weak when they are divided. We know from combined training that the reinforcements in each town are strong. If we attack in separate ways, it will be difficult to fight together to attack the slaves. Indeed, it is difficult to choose between division and combination. "
What he said was very cunning. Although he did not directly express his opposition to the idea of advancing troops by separate routes, he clearly pointed out the disadvantages of advancing troops by separate routes. In fact, he still meant to oppose it.
Sure enough, as soon as he finished speaking, Zhang Dou, who was preparing to attack the army on the road, continued: "It is better to attack separately than to attack together. I believe that we should do it carefully. Combine the strength of all armies to advance to Songshan and station troops on Xingshan to guard the grain road. The best strategy is to wait for the opportunity to fight and think that you can make a breakthrough."
Zhang Ruoqi was already patient with his Fu minister Qiu Minyang, but how could he endure it when he saw Zhang Dou speaking like this and even more blatantly opposing the strategy of dividing the army.
"snort!"
He snorted loudly and said: "That's nonsense. Don't I know more about soldiers than you? You claim to be cautious, but in fact you are afraid of being a slave and are too timid to fight. You simply ignore your kindness."
Zhang Dou was originally worried about the war, and he was worried that Hong Chengchou would not be able to withstand the pressure. If the army really split up to advance, it would definitely end in another Battle of Salsh, so he tried to dissuade him. His intention was to make it easier for Hong Chengchou to oppose the strategy of dividing the army. .
However, Zhang Ruoqi only said a few words and then immediately went to the line, falsely accusing him of fearing slaves and being timid in fighting, and of doing things that ignored the emperor's kindness. He did not refute the words. Once these words spread, there was no way to defend him.
Zhang Dou was so enraged that he stood up and shouted angrily: "Mr. Zhang is here to supervise the army, and his main purpose is to check military discipline. As for advancing in separate directions, or joining forces to slow down the battle, and supervising the army's formation in various ways All operations are military, and we should ask the governor to make a decision."
He didn't seem to understand his hatred, and continued: "It's another four-pronged attack. In the Wanli year, Yang Jinglue also came up with a four-pronged attack strategy. Do you remember what happened in Sarhu?"
The remaining officials and generals also spoke out one after another, and almost all of them unanimously agreed to join forces to attack.
Zhang Ruoqi was ordered to supervise the army, and even Hong Chengchou, the governor of Jiliao, gave him three points of courtesy. Even Qiu Minyang, the governor of Liaodong, might not dare to argue with him face to face, and how could he be humiliated by a mere soldier.
"Crack!"
Zhang Ruoqi slammed the table and stood up, angrily reprimanding Zhang Dou for his rude words and the fact that the generals were too timid to fight.
"alright."
Hong Chengchou, the governor of Jiliao, shouted loudly and stopped Zhang Ruoqi in time to prevent him from saying bad words again and damaging the morale of the soldiers in the towns. The other officers and generals also remained silent and watched quietly. Hong Chengchou, let’s see what he says.
There was silence in the lobby, you could almost hear the drop of a pin. Even Zhang Cheng was watching Hong Chengchou to see how he would express his position.
"Separate attacks and combined attacks have their own pros and cons, so it's really difficult to choose between them at the moment."
Hong Chengchou spoke slowly, but his words did not offend either side. He only heard him say again: "Chen Benbing's strategy of four-pronged attack is indeed a strategizing and a decisive victory for thousands of miles.
However, if the troops are divided, the strength will be weak. Although the enemy is surrounded on all sides, it is difficult to strike with all the strength. Moreover, the troops are divided into four directions, and the difficulty of transporting food and fodder must also be taken into consideration. You all advocate joining forces to advance together, attack steadily, and be cautious. This is true. The words of seeking the country. "
He paused for a moment before continuing: "Since today's military meeting is held, we have not been able to make a decision on whether to advance separately or to attack together. We will wait until the governor reports our concerns to the imperial court before making a decision."
After hearing this, Zhang Cheng sighed in his heart: "Jiang, you are really old and spicy. What a trick to get off the slope!"
He saw everything in his eyes. Hong Chengchou did not answer the supervisor Zhang Ruoqi's questions, but secretly allowed the officers and generals to discuss wantonly, and cleverly ended the military discussion through the dispute between Zhang Dou and Zhang Ruoqi.
He also used this to report the strategy of advancing troops to the imperial court for a decision. In this way, Zhang Ruoqi, Ma Shaoyu and others were naturally unable to refute, but reported it to the imperial court. After the decision was made, they were sent back to Ningyuan. The delay along the way could range from five or six days to more than ten days. .
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After the military meeting dispersed, Wu Sangui even urged Zhang Cheng and Chen Jiugao to come over to have a talk. Zhang Cheng could not refuse and had to agree.
"Okay brother, how did you pry open the mouth of the Tatar leader?"
After drinking a few glasses of warm wine, Chen Jiugao asked out his curiosity.
Zhang Cheng smiled evilly and asked, "Brother Chen, you want to know?"
Chen Jiugao had an undisguised curiosity on his face. He leaned over and said, "I'm really curious. These damn Tatars are all ferocious. Many town commanders have captured them, but they can't pry open that broken mouth. How did they get here?" Is it so easy in your hands?"
As soon as he said these words, even Wu Sangui became interested, and he also moved slightly closer, as if he was afraid of missing something.
Zhang Cheng picked up the wine glass and said softly to the two of them: "I have a strange person under my command who is very good at acupuncture!"
Wu Sangui and Chen Jiugao didn't understand what they heard. They looked at each other and shook their heads. Chen Jiugao was still quick to speak and asked hurriedly: "What does this prying open Tatar's mouth have to do with good acupuncture? Is it possible to return it?" Can’t Tatar embroider?”
As soon as he said these words, Wu Sangui, who had not understood the meaning at first, seemed to have realized something, as if he was deep in thought, and suddenly said: "The stitching method Zhongchen mentioned is not embroidery and knitting needles."
Zhang Cheng secretly admired him in his heart. No wonder people said that Wu Sangui was the leader of Liao Town. The hope for the future of Liaodong was indeed shrewd and clever. He was able to tell the truth when things happened. In addition to being good at training soldiers and fighting, he was also good at communication. Not long ago, he had already met Chen Jiugao. As good as brothers.
Zhang Cheng stopped pretending, and drank the glass of wine in one gulp, saying: "This man's acupuncture skills are indeed extraordinary. I used to stay awake all night in my camp, and he is very good at extracting confessions and torture. He is the best in the world." military.
When I met him, I felt ashamed! "
