"Boom...boom!"
At the entrance of the Chinese army's tent, more than a dozen gathering drums were beaten at the same time. The sound was as fast as a rainstorm and as loud as thunder, and it instantly spread throughout the entire Tianwei Army camp.
Hearing the sound of drums, the generals immediately put down their affairs, packed up, and rushed to the Chinese army's tent as quickly as possible.
In less than one stick of incense, Han Shanjun, Dong Tianbao, Lei Dapeng, Ma Yong, Ma Wu, Xiang Qianjun, Zu Zeqing, Cao Bianjiao, Jiao Jinshi, Meng Kaishu, and the geographical fairy-Xu Xiake, and the six-fingered fox-Lu Xuanqiu All arrived.
Among them, Lei Dapeng is not from Tianwei Army.
However, for the past year, Lei Dapeng has been leading his troops to fight side by side with the Tianwei Army. It was only a matter of time before he joined, so they came together to discuss the matter.
At the beginning of the meeting, Qin Feng took out Wu Yunqiqige's letter without any nonsense and asked everyone to circulate it one by one, and then discuss it.
There are two focuses of discussion: first, when will the Jurchens send troops, and second, where will the Jurchens attack the target?
"The Jurchens are sending out troops again. Do you think the imperial court will recruit us?"
"Our Tianwei Army is an elite division, and the General is even more wise and brave. If we go to war with the Jurchens, the imperial court will definitely recruit us!"
"That makes sense, but we don't know the specific time for the Jurchens to send troops, so we can be prepared."
"I guess it's August!"
"I agree!"
"In that case, we still have a few months to prepare leisurely!"
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The result of the discussion is: the vast majority of people believe that the Jurchens will send troops in August.
Because August is the Mid-Autumn Festival, when the grass is yellow, the horses are fat, and the weather is cool, it is the time when the cavalry’s combat effectiveness is strongest. Historically, nomadic peoples chose this season when they went south to plunder.
As for the target of the Jurchens' attack, everyone thinks it is the Gyeonggi region.
Because Gyeonggi is the heart of the Ming Empire, with an important location, a large population, and prosperity. Moreover, the Jurchens attacked here last time, and the next time they come, it can be said that the roads are familiar and very convenient.
The discussion was very lively, but two people did not speak. One was Qin Feng, and the other was Lu Xuanqiu. The latter was originally a counselor from the rogue bandits and was recruited. This was the first time he participated in an important military meeting. , maybe it was because of the newcomer that he didn't speak.
"Xuanqiu!"
"The humble job is here!"
"Give your opinion!"
"Well..."
"Don't worry, just speak out if you have any ideas. If you are right, you will be rewarded. If you are wrong, you will not be punished!"
"In this case, I will boldly say a few words. In my humble opinion, the Jurchens will not attack the Gyeonggi area this time, and the time for sending troops will not wait until August. They will send troops in advance."
"reason?"
"Although I have never met the slave chief Huang Taiji, I have heard many stories about him. This man is very courageous, good at using strange weapons, and his actions are often unexpected!
According to this person's character, He Ding will not send out troops step by step, but will send out troops in advance, before the Ming Dynasty is fully prepared, to catch them off guard. As for where to attack, I dare not say for sure! "
"Yeah, that makes sense!"
Qin Feng nodded. What Lu Xuanqiu said coincided with what he thought.
Putting aside the hostile stance, Huang Taiji was indeed a very good commander. The eight words "wise, powerful, talented and strategic" cannot be overstated. In comparison, Emperor Chongzhen of the Ming Dynasty was far behind.
When fighting against such an opponent, one must be extremely vigilant, otherwise one will suffer a big loss!
"Listen up, everyone. From today on, the entire army will be in a state of combat readiness and ready to go to war at any time. No one is allowed to relax during this period, otherwise we will be severely punished!"
"As you command!"
…………
At noon, the meeting ended.
Qin Feng felt a little hungry, so he ordered the meal to be served.
Soon, a handsome and lithe soldier brought the food.
The soldier was none other than Chu Mengxi.
Qin Feng once saved Chu Mengxi's life and avenged her father's murder. The little girl repaid her kindness and has been following Qin Feng since then, making beds and quilts, serving tea and drinking water, and eating three meals a day. , it’s all her responsibility.
A little girl has difficulty moving in a military camp full of men, so she disguises herself as a man and wears the uniform of a soldier!
Today’s lunch is very sumptuous: milk tofu, sheep blood sausage, air-dried beef, tripe meat, hada cakes, kumiss... They are all Mongolian delicacies, and they are made extremely authentic, which is difficult to eat in the mainland of the Central Plains. of.
"Mengxi, where did these things come from?"
"When I got back to the General, it was brought by the Xue family's caravan, saying that it was made by Princess Wuyunqiqige herself and given to the General to taste!"
"oh!"
Wu Yunqiqige is the direct daughter of Lin Dan Khan from the Chahar tribe. She has the blood of a golden family and has a noble status!
In order to prevent the Mongolian army from marching south to plunder, Qin Feng personally led hundreds of athletes, risking their lives, to cross the 400-mile Mu Us Desert, sneak attack on the Mongolian army's camp, and capture Wu Yunqiqige alive.
Afterwards, the two sides negotiated a peace and put her back.
Unexpectedly, after Wu Yunqi Qige returned, in addition to the normal correspondence, she often asked the Xue family caravan to send some gifts: mink hats, wolf skin cloaks, cowhide boots... Now even delicious food made by herself was sent.
An unmarried young woman keeps giving gifts to a young man who is not related by blood. The meaning is self-evident!
But Qin Feng didn't make any response: firstly, Wu Yunqiqige had a special status and could easily cause trouble; secondly, she owed too many love debts.
Xue Jinyu, on the other hand, has been eagerly looking forward to her coming to Suide City to propose marriage all day long.
Although Chu Mengxi didn't say anything, her resentful little eyes were more silent than loud!
In fact, men in this era, as long as they have some status, basically have a group of wives and concubines, and there is no limit on the number, as long as you can afford to keep them.
In order to have many heirs and a prosperous family, it is common for the head wife to take the initiative to take concubines for her husband. There is even a saying that "a virtuous wife will have many concubines".
In the letters sent home by Jin Yuniang, she has made it clear many times: Qin Feng works very hard outside and can take in several concubines, take good care of his life, and contribute to the Qin family. She has no jealousy at all!
Forget it, the two girls have their hearts in mind, and Jin Yuniang has made it clear, so why should she bother with it? She might as well do as the Romans do!
Thinking of this, Qin Feng made a decision. When he had time, he would go to Suidezhou to propose marriage. Chu Mengxi also had to give an explanation!
"Mengxi!"
"exist!"
"Pour wine!"
"promise!"
Chu Mengxi picked up the jug, poured a full glass of kumiss, and put it in front of her with both hands. Qin Feng took it and gently touched the jade hand.
When her little hand was touched, Chu Mengxi was startled at first, and then her cheeks turned red. She was a little at a loss, but not angry, and the resentment in her eyes disappeared.
After long-term contact, Chu Mengxi has some understanding of Qin Feng. He is not a gentleman, but he is a man, a real man, and very responsible!
If you touch your own hand today, it means that you have to take responsibility for yourself. The things you have been looking forward to have come to fruition, and you will naturally feel happy in your heart.
Falling flowers are intentional, flowing water is sentimental, what a wonderful thing!
