Glancing at his beloved general, Wu Feng remained silent. For Wu Feng, Liang Chongxin was probably one of the generals who could make him worry-free the most. In his mind, only Mu Lige could be compared with Liang Chongxin. There seemed to be no one else besides the last one. Although Cui Wenxiu is no less than Liang Chongxin in terms of political vision, strategy and tactics, this guy prefers to take the wrong approach. Although he can bring himself more surprises, it is hard to say when he will poke a big hole in himself. But as time goes by With the passage of time, Cui Wenxiu has become increasingly mature and sophisticated, and compared with Liang Chongxin, he can be said to be a better person for a while.
At this time, Wu Feng suddenly thought of Cheng Dayou, who had actually surrendered to him. Maybe this guy would be able to separate from Liang Cuimu and the others in the future. Among the others, Kamapov was too cautious, more than capable of defending and insufficient in pioneering. In terms of experience and strategy, Kamapov was slightly inferior to the above people. Kang Jianguo was unparalleled in his loyalty and bravery, but I always feel that there is a slight difference in understanding contingency. Hu Yanqiu is the only one among the several legions who holds the high position of legion commander with a foreign identity. He has not experienced the baptism of a major war, so it is difficult to judge how this person performed before the crisis. Among the others, perhaps only Wen Na is worthy of the important task. Although he is a little older, his reserve is deep and strong with age, no less than anyone else.
Seeing the master's deep expression mixed with a hint of determination, Liang Chong felt happy. It seemed that the plan that His Highness King Qin had discussed with him was likely to be implemented. He didn't know what happened to help His Highness King Qin make up his mind. .
"Chongxin, are you ready?" **Jianma seemed to be able to understand his master's mood. The steps became slower and slower, and Wu Feng's eyes wandered eastward, as if he wanted to see something from the eastern sky.
"Don't worry, Your Highness, everything is ready. The 7th and 8th mixed corps have quietly arrived. The 1st, 23rd and 3rd divisions can set off at any time, and the 4th and 5th divisions can follow. Camouflage and cover need to be arranged. The plan has been carefully planned and practiced, and it is absolutely guaranteed to be kept secret." Liang Chongxin took a deep breath, and his tone became extremely serious when he spoke.
"Well, now is a good time. The interior of Wuhu is empty. The Machihan people are dragged by us on the peninsula. The people of the Situ family are busy expanding their territory to eliminate future troubles. It is also time for us to take action, otherwise we will only become a big yue. I'm afraid they will curse us even when we sleep. It will be heartbreaking to end up in this situation if we surrender." Wu Feng said a few ambiguous words without hesitation, but the meaning revealed in them was undeniable. Yes, that's when the plan is about to start.
"Then when will His Highness decide to launch the campaign?" Even a man like Liang Chongxin, who had experienced countless bloody battles, could not help but have a bit of enthusiasm in his words, which was very different from his usual cautious and calm appearance.
"Well, we still need to confirm the time after we go back. I need Bo Jinchen to give me a positive answer and a guarantee that everything is safe. The north and the imperial capital also need to make arrangements. As long as this battle starts, only I'm afraid that we are really declaring war on the Situ family and the entire empire. No matter Situ Tai, Situ Biao, or even Situ Yuan, at this time they will understand that there is no room for compromise between them and Xijiang. This It is a decisive battle that will determine the fate of them and us. They will no longer scheming and holding each other back. From this moment on, all forces will unite to target our Western Xinjiang. This force may even get the help of the empire's original enemy. Support, I have no idea what kind of power they will burst out when they gather together. This is also one of the main reasons why I have been unable to make a decision. Sometimes I hope to be able to defeat each other like we did in the early stage, making close and distant attacks, and gradually But the situation seems to be developing too fast. We are not gods who control destiny, nor can we control the development process of the entire situation, so we can only do our best to consider the problem more thoughtfully and rigorously."
After saying these words, Wu Feng seemed to feel that he was a little sentimental like a woman. He smiled to himself, turned around and asked: "Chongxin, do you think I have become a little timid and timid now? Even I feel that I am a bit nagging, but the further I go, the more careful I have to be. Otherwise, if I make a wrong move, I may lose everything. How many brothers have shed blood, sweat and sacrificed for this. The fruits of life may be wasted, so I can’t be careless.”
Liang Chongxin also had ups and downs in his heart. Indeed, he felt that his lord seemed to be less domineering and courageous than the ambitious Wanli when he started his business. He even preferred stability in many strategies and tactics. Sometimes he did not quite understand. But he always explained the past by looking at problems from different angles. Today, after hearing his master's words that were more like self-analysis, Liang Chongxin realized that he sometimes thought of problems too simply. Just as his master said Said, once this battle kicks off, everyone will understand that this is a never-ending ending. I am afraid there will be no room for maneuver in the middle. For either party, it will be a life-and-death ending or they will be wiped out if they don’t surrender. It’s that simple. , when this war really starts, how will other countries and foreign nations react, how should we prepare to respond, whether we have sufficient preparations for materials and funds, and whether we can persist to the end of the war. There are too many variables in all of this, which cannot but make the Lord think twice. Okay, and things that I originally thought were quite simple seem to have suddenly become so complicated.
"Your Highness, we have come to this point. I don't think we need to think too much. Maybe thinking too much about many things will weaken our spirit and ambition. Although we have many difficulties, we believe that the enemy is the same. This is In the game, whoever can persist to the end will be the winner. We in Western Xinjiang have never been afraid of anyone or any force. As long as they dare to fight us, we will accompany them to the end!"
Liang Chongxin's categorical words were like an iron hammer hitting Wu Feng's heart, sparks sparkling, and the sudden burst of light in Wu Feng's eyes also shocked Liang Chong's confidence, "Well said, Chongxin, we Western Xinjiang needs a passionate man like you who is not afraid of anything. In comparison, even I feel a little ashamed. Worrying about gains and losses can restrict people's minds. However, I believe that victory in this battle will definitely belong to us in Xijiang!"
Anqing Mansion. As the largest prefecture among the Five Lakes counties, Anqing plays a decisive role in the Five Lakes and the entire empire in terms of geographical location and grain output. Among the Five Lakes and Six Prefectures, Anqing's grain output firmly occupies the first place. , far surpassing the second-ranked Yueyang and the third-ranked Huanggang. It has 22 towns under its jurisdiction, 18 of which are all thick and fertile alluvial plains. Not only is the land fertile and water-rich, but it is also densely populated and has sufficient labor force. It can be called The largest prefecture in Wuhu County, Anqing's long-term habit of focusing on agriculture and neglecting commerce has made Anqing's economy far inferior to Yueyang in the west and Jiujiang in the north. The extremely rampant water bandits in various lakes are also an important factor that has long restricted the economic development of this region. Due to factors, a series of rivers and lakes such as Wanjiang, Chaohu, Leichi, Hongze Lake, Baidang Lake, and Fengsha Lake not only communicate with each other vertically and horizontally, but also allow these lake bandits to form a pattern of groups that respond to each other.
Seeing the rise of Jiujiang Prefecture has also made Anqing people more active. Seeing Jiujiang's rapid industrial and commercial development with its good transportation location, the big landowners among Anqing people who have accumulated considerable wealth over hundreds of years are not willing to give up. Living on a few acres of land, no amount of land output can compare with the profits earned by those low-level businessmen who have rapidly prospered through industry and commerce. However, in the real society, the trend of valuing profits over fame is becoming increasingly common, especially in this county. Since taking office, Shou has always supported landlords to invest in industry and commerce, set up industries, and provided policy support. This has also enabled some open-minded landlords to finally leave the fields and enter the city, gradually transforming into another identity.
The sound of copper bells on the Zhenfeng Tower in Yingjiang Temple in Anqing Prefecture rises with the wind. Each corner of the seven-story and octagonal tower hangs exquisite copper bells. From the top of the tower, you can see the towering Dragon Mountain in the distance, and you can have a panoramic view of the whole city. The three-story Yingjiang Tea House has become a must-visit place for gentry and celebrities traveling to and from Anqing. It is far better to enjoy a leisurely cup of tea here than to escape the summer heat in the ancient forest.
It is located in an old-style mansion on the rooftop next to Yingjiang Temple. The courtyard in the house is deep, the ancient pines are towering, and the sun is blocked by the trees. After turning around several corridors, a quiet place suddenly comes into view. A group of gentry waiting here were already looking forward to it, until the slightly fat man accompanied by the master walked in proudly. The group of people stood up solemnly and stepped forward to greet him without saying anything.
"Everyone has been waiting for a long time. Chang is just a vegetarian at the moment. Chang is ashamed that you attach such importance to him." The fat middle-aged man was dressed in black and satin. His slightly fat body was covered in silk shirt but nothing could be seen. From a distance, it seems that there are only about thirty people there, but there is a certain momentum in every gesture, which cannot be described by ordinary people.
"Sir Chang's words are treating us as outsiders. We owe everything to you for what we are today. We sincerely welcome you here today. Doesn't it mean that Mr. Chang still doesn't believe in our sincerity?" One person coughed dryly and bowed his hands before saying in a deep voice: "The war is raging right now. We, the businessmen, have several acres of thin fields in the countryside. The war is about to spread to us. We are really worried all day long. Today, I hope that Mr. Chang can Find a way out for us. If we gain something, we will never forget Sir Chang's great kindness.