In the early morning, Zhenshiguan, the city lord's mansion.
As the lord of Zhenshiguan City, Gongsun Sheng is carefully observing the dynamic pictures of the enemy troops brought back by the frontline scouts.
He was nearly forty years old, but his eyesight was a bit bad, so he could only lean down and squint to take a closer look.
At this time, a servant suddenly stepped forward and whispered to him. Then he glanced at the map on the table, and after hesitating for a moment, he still made no move.
Walking towards the pine trees in the yard, it seemed like he was just taking a walk.
Within a moment, I saw the housekeeper leading a tall man in light armor striding into the courtyard.
"Master! General Gong is here!"
Gongsun Sheng looked surprised, then smiled and said, "Oh! Isn't this General Gong? Why are you here visiting me so early?"
Gong Zhijin sighed, but shook his head in silence.
Gongsun Sheng understood immediately, turned around and said to the steward on the side, "Go and ask the servants to prepare an extra tea and bring it over later."
Then he turned around and waved to the servants around him, "All of you, please step aside."
Within a moment, the courtyard suddenly became deserted.
Gongsun Sheng led Gong Zhi into the house.
Gong Zhijin saw the map on the desk at a glance, pointed at the map and asked, "Why is Master Gongsun looking at this?"
You must know that Yuzhou is different from other states. The management of military and political affairs in a city are separated. Military power is in the hands of specialized city defenders. The city lord has no right to interfere in all matters related to army mobilization.
As for the political power, it is in the hands of the city lord. The appointment and removal of officials in the city, taxation and finance are all under the management of the city lord.
Gong Zhijin was the last general who defended the city. He controlled almost all the wealth in Yuzhou. However, his talents and skills were nothing to say. His ancestors were famous generals in Yuzhou for three generations. He could ride a horse and bend a bow at the age of five. At the age of twenty, he had already gone into battle and cut off the heads of the demon tribe with his own hands. At the age of twenty, he personally led three thousand troops and fought against ten thousand demon tribes for ten days and ten nights, and finally succeeded in breaking through by killing two thousand enemies.
Now thirty years old, he is in his prime. He is a male lion in this lion town. He has been entrenched for a long time, just waiting for his roar to shock the world!
Gong Zhijin's reputation in the Yuzhou military department was at its peak, and no one could surpass him.
The Yuzhou soldiers regarded him as a general in Yuzhou and expected him to be their hope against Yan Mo.
The people of Zhenshi Pass also placed their hope in him to lead troops to guard Zhenshi Pass.
When Gong Zhijin learned about the expedition of Yan Mo's army, he was also very motivated to fight.
He personally planned a series of Yuzhou front defenses. Although he knew that Yuzhou was destined to be a lonely tree and the outcome was already doomed, he still had hope.
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Gongsun Sheng patted Gong Zhijin on the shoulder and said, "The war in Yuzhou is tense now. You and I are all citizens of Yuzhou. How can we not care about the changes in the war situation? Although these military aircraft matters are not within my jurisdiction, I I also want to contribute to guarding the Lion Guard!"
Gong Zhijin immediately showed an moved expression, "If there are people with lofty ideals like Mr. Gongsun in and out of Zhenshi Pass, why worry about foreign enemies coming to attack our Zhenshi Pass! What a pity!"
Gong Zhijin let out a long sigh, a look of disappointment flashed in his eyes.
When Gongsun Sheng saw this, he rolled his eyes as if he had thought of something. He immediately showed a sympathetic face, slammed the table, and shouted, "Now Yuzhou is in raging war, and the people are displaced. However, the superiors are sitting on their corpses and pretending to be deaf and dumb." , and Yuzhou Prefecture Mu is even more..."
Gong Zhijin quickly stepped forward and held Gongsun Sheng's shoulders, forcing him to sit on a chair.
"Master Gongsun, why are you saying these things so loudly? If other interested people hear this, I'm afraid your position as city lord will be taken away from me just like me."
Gongsun Sheng still looked indignant, "What's wrong? He, Li Muzhi, can do something like leading tens of thousands of people from the entire Li family to leave Zhenshi Pass and flee to the rear. Isn't he allowed to let others talk about this?" If you can kill one of me and block my mouth, how can you block the mouths of the whole world?
I became even more angry when you said this. As the commander-in-chief of the army, you were responsible for the entire Yuzhou front defense. However, not long after the war started, why did Li Muzhi give the position of city defender general to someone else? These two idiots just fought two pretty good battles in a small county. How can they take your place? "
As Gongsun Sheng spoke, he carefully observed Gong Zhijin's expression.
Seeing the angry look on Gong Zhijin's face, Gongsun Sheng stopped talking at the right moment.
"Alas! Although Li Muzhi was probably angered by the inaction of the other five states and thought of simply throwing Zhenshi Pass to Yan Mo, but this chilled the hearts of all the people in the city who were determined to defend the city!"
Gongsun Sheng sighed and looked at Gong Zhijin helplessly.
The butler put down the tea at the right time and turned around to leave. The door was open enough to see that no maid was walking around outside.
Upon seeing this, Gong Zhijin moved his chair next to Gongsun Sheng, looked at Gongsun Sheng sincerely and said, "I have worked with Mr. Gongsun for many years, and you and I have long been close friends who talk about everything. Please allow me to boldly say this today. Call me big brother!"
Gongsun Sheng was immediately moved and said, "Dear brother, the relationship between you and me has long been as close as brothers!"
"In that case, I'll tell you the truth. In fact, I came here today because I have something to ask for help from my eldest brother!" Gong Zhijin looked at Gongsun Sheng expectantly.
Gongsun Sheng smiled and said, "My dear brother, it's okay to say it! If my eldest brother can help you, I will do my best."
"I must have heard that the entire Yan Mo army was in mourning day and night. According to our informant, it was the coach Yan Mo's son Yan Fang who died in the hands of the supervisor Zhu Ying. Yan Mo is now The Emperor Zhou has been held accountable, but the Emperor has not responded at all. Therefore, Yan Mo has announced his break with the Emperor Zhou!"
Gong Zhijin said with excitement, "I think now is our opportunity to suppress Shiguan. We can send envoys to negotiate cooperation with Yan Mo. We can give them food and supplies to help them defeat the Zhou Emperor. Even if this is our An opportunity for the Six-State Alliance to turn from defense to offense! We can attack together with Yan Mo’s 600,000-strong army!”
After thinking for a moment, Gongsun Sheng showed an approving look, "This is indeed a good idea. You want me to help you make suggestions to Mr. Wang and Mr. Qian, right?"
Gong Zhijin nodded and said, "Yes, the relationship between me and them has never been particularly harmonious, and this matter is of great importance and requires the help of both of them, so I hope that my brother will make it happen!"
Gongsun Sheng said seriously, "Dear brother, please rest assured, I will definitely convey this matter in place!"
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Not long after, Gong Zhijin left with a smile on his face.
Gongsun Sheng sat in the room, his expression becoming a little more solemn.
The butler appeared behind him silently, "Sir, General Gong has left."
"This young man is indeed a good fighter, but he doesn't understand the rules of the officialdom!" Gongsun Sheng shook his head, "Although Wang Daren and Qian Erdong now control all the military power in the city, Gong Zhijin is in the army. His prestige has not diminished, and many generals are still willing to obey his orders. If he and Wang Daren fight, I estimate that the outcome of the two will be between 50 and 50."
"Then the master's point in the game at this time is worth ten points! So, do you want to be on this young man's side?" the housekeeper said softly.
"No, no, no, Zhenshi Pass has never been in our hands. When Li Muzhi led his family to withdraw from this place, the city has changed hands. I will not vote for any of them!"
Gongsun Sheng's eyes flashed with intense light, and he stood up and walked out of the house.
A dark cloud appeared in the distant sky, as if indicating that heavy rain was coming.
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General's Mansion.
Wang Daren was sitting in a beautifully decorated room, admiring a seemingly priceless brush on the desk with great joy.
"Lord Gongsun is so generous. He gave such an expensive gift without hesitation! I have inquired about it. This brush was made by several masters. Someone offered three thousand taels of silver to buy it!"
While Wang Daren sighed, he couldn't help but grab the brush, dip it in ink, and show off his good calligraphy on the rice paper.
At this time, Qian Erdong, who was holding a piece of beautiful Hetian jade and couldn't put it down, saw this and shouted hurriedly, "You guys, you have to think clearly before writing. This piece of rice paper can earn you a tael of silver!"
Wang Daren panicked when he heard this. His hand shook and a large ball of ink fell on the paper, making the originally smooth and white paper look particularly ugly.
"Two generals! I'm here to bring you soup!"
A burst of charming shouts came from outside the door. Such a charming voice is enough to make most men dream about it.
When Wang Daren in the room heard this voice, he immediately became energetic. He hurriedly put the pen on the shelf and said, "It's Rong'er, come in quickly! Come in quickly!"
I saw a beautiful woman in colorful clothes and exquisite makeup walking into the house, holding two bowls of steaming soup in her hands.
This person's name is Rong'er, a maid sent by Gongsun Sheng.
"The weather has turned cold recently. I think the two generals are very tired from working hard every day, so I stewed some broth for you to replenish your body. Drink it while it's hot!"
Rong'er put the soup on the table and stared at Wang Daren with a pair of eyes.
Qian Erdong carefully put the beautiful jade into the box, picked up the broth on the table with a smile, took a sip, and his eyes widened suddenly, "Miss Rong'er, what kind of meat is this broth made of? How can it be so delicious?" !”
Rong'er pursed her lips and chuckled, "This is obtained by stewing the newly pregnant Golden Pearl Bird for five hours. When this bird is pregnant, its whole body is soaked in fat, and the meat tastes very delicious at this time." .”
Wang Daren and Qian Erdong both picked up their bowls and drank heavily.
Rong'er stood next to Wang Daren, and a fragrance suddenly hit his nostrils. Wang Daren couldn't help but feel his head heat up, remembering some charming scenes.
Rong'er glanced sideways. I immediately saw the writing brush on the shelf on the table. The ink on it had completely contaminated the rice paper.
"General Wang was practicing calligraphy just now! Did I just disturb you? Oops, it's all my fault." Rong'er put a hand on Wang Daren's shoulder, her eyes were aggrieved, and she looked charming.
Wang Daren felt a pair of soft, boneless hands on his shoulders, and couldn't help but feel his heart tremble. Although he and Qian Erdong were both court officials at the beginning, Wang Daren was only a county magistrate, and Qian Erdong was just the chief clerk. How could he have seen such a beautiful and caring woman.
Even the top brothel in their area is not so seductive.
Feeling Rong'er's small hands wrap around his shoulders and rest on the back of his neck, Wang Daren shivered and gasped softly.
This hand is like a small snake, cool and cool against the skin, which is comforting.
"Rong'er, we are both rough people. We don't know anything about calligraphy. This guy just wastes things!" Qian Erdong said from the side.
While gently massaging Wang Daren's neck, Rong'er said, "Pen and paper are originally used for writing, not to mention that Mr. Wang and Mr. Qian are both generals guarding Shiguan now. Only these things are worthy. If you two are together, what's the point of not wasting it?
In my opinion, you are all great people. There are so many generals in Yuzhou who cannot defeat Yan Mo's army. Only you have won a victory and have been appreciated by Lord Zhou Mu. In this Shizhen Pass, you are the most powerful heroes!
Before Master Gongsun sent me here, he told me that the two people I have to take care of are more powerful people than General Gong! "
