A dull atmosphere enveloped the hearts of the two of them, and for a while they both fell into deep thought.
What to do? Wu Feng was also repeatedly calculating the pros and cons. The Taiping Rebellion within the empire was imminent. According to his own judgment, it should break out within a month or two. The Kansai region was the hardest hit area and blocked his main route to the east. It must be an area controlled by the Taiping Religion. If you don't attack before they gain a firm foothold, once they gain a firm foothold, it may be much more difficult for you to advance eastwards. But if he wants to ensure the stability of Taixuanfu City, he must retain at least three elite divisions. If he counts Taixuanfu City's own guard divisions, he must also leave two divisions stationed there, and he must at least retain A division is stationed near Taixuan Mansion to respond at any time. Otherwise, once the Kaman soldiers press the border, it will inevitably lead to a situation that is unprepared.
Taking up the strength of three divisions, more than half of the regular army he had in the northwest county has been used. Even counting the independent 1st Cavalry Division whose combat effectiveness has not yet been fully formed, there are only two divisions left. If you want to participate When it comes to the fight for Kansai, I'm afraid it's a bit too forced.
Abandoning Taixuan Mansion, at least two divisions can be freed up. It is enough to equip one more division in Guide Mansion. Then we have four divisions and nearly 100,000 troops in our hands. In addition, we have already made advance preparations. With the prepared Bonan Guard Division, he is quite confident that he can control most of Kansai County, and he can also peek into the Heshuo area. But the negative impact is indeed too great. What Ling Tianfang said just now is just a way to hide one's ears and steal the bell. It may be able to hide it for a while, but it will definitely be exposed as time goes by. After all, such a big thing cannot be covered up. Be strict.
At this moment, Ling Tianfang was also trying to weigh the pros and cons. Although he had advocated giving up Taixuan Palace just now, he also considered that his master might not agree to such a method that would damage his glorious image. You must know that nowadays Under such a situation, it is not easy to establish a glorious image in the hearts of the people, but it is very easy to destroy it. He is also considering whether his idea just now is suitable. What's more, Taixuan Mansion has a vast territory and an important location. If it can be controlled, it is really a good place with great development potential. At least it can restrain the Kaman people from moving south from Jerok after occupying the western part of Jerok.
This war is inherently dialectical. Although the Kaman people have restrained a large number of their own troops, they have also restrained the main force of the Kaman people. However, the Taiping Religion seems to have been entangled with the Kaman people. .
The two of them raised their heads almost at the same time. When their eyes collided, they both seemed to understand what the other meant. They smiled happily and Wu Feng nodded, "Tian Fang, it seems that you have a new idea, why don't you talk about it first?" .”
"Sir, I'm afraid we all have the same idea." Ling Tianfang shook his head with a rare smile on his face.
"Well, my opinion is still to stick to Taixuan Mansion. If the Kaman people really want to capture it, we will have nothing to ask for and will accompany them to the end. If they just keep the pressure and wait to move, we will do our own thing. But I am thinking that we will The composition of the garrisoned troops has been slightly adjusted." Wu Feng briefly expressed his views.
"How do you plan to adjust?" Ling Tianfang asked directly without saying much.
"I want the Fourth Division to be stationed in Taixuan Mansion, and the Second Division to be stationed as well, and the Independent First Cavalry Division to be stationed in the area bordering Taixuan Mansion and Guide Mansion for mobile response, and also for surveillance. The battle situation in Lulong Mansion and Jerok Principality in the east is in case of unexpected events. As for the current Second Security Division of Taixuan Mansion, my opinion is that we should conduct an inventory first to prevent the appearance of the Third Security Division similar to theirs. In that situation, appropriate adjustments can be made when necessary, but it is best not to affect its combat effectiveness. Fielding, now he may be a clay Buddha crossing the river and cannot save himself. He is just waiting for the Imperial Military Police or the Inspector General to come. I want you to be in charge of the military and political management of the entire Taixuan area for the time being." Wu Feng slowly stated his plan.
"Well, the fourth division can be the main defensive force. Kamapov is a good choice. Although Cui Wenxiu is no longer in the second division, Shalang is also a talented person and should be competent. It's just that the Taixuan second division I'm afraid we have to wait and see whether to make adjustments. Fielding is a rare talent. I think it's best to keep him alive if you have the chance. This guy can run Taixuan Mansion like an iron barrel. It's not easy. The fall of Jiayuguan was not his fault. I already understood that although the rebellious Sig was somewhat capable, he was mainly promoted by His Highness. Fielding couldn't stop his master from promoting someone. He just didn't expect it. This guy is actually an inside agent, the Kaman people have put in a lot of effort."
Ling Tianfang didn't have much objection to Wu Feng's arrangement. It was imperative for him to sit in Taixuan Palace. Since he decided to control Taixuan Palace in his own hands, Wu Feng would not dare to control the overall situation without a person with enough weight. Leave easily.
"Also, sir, the First Independent Cavalry Division was established too soon. Wouldn't it be a bit hasty to let them join the battle?" Ling Tianfang asked after hesitation.
"Hmph, how can they really grow without having experienced battles? Now they are just preparing for duty. If I have the chance, I will let them go to Jieluoke or Lulong Mansion for real training." Wu Feng raised his eyebrows, " No matter how well-equipped the troops are, they are used for fighting. Without fighting, no matter how well-equipped the troops are, they are just decorations!"
The welcoming crowds lined the streets, the cheering children, the women in costumes, the endless flowers, all of which moved Wu Feng, Ling Tianfang and several other generals. The simple people actually have very low requirements, as long as they If it can bring them a stable living environment, they will be satisfied if they can live and work in peace. But in this troubled world, these seemingly simple requirements often turn out to be unattainable extravagances. For their own interests, countries and forces are constantly fighting for their own interests, and no one cares about what the people think.
Seeing all this, Wu Feng felt deeply helpless. Maybe his original intention was not to fight, but the cruel reality forces you not to develop or fight. The final outcome can only be that you are swallowed up. Wufeng didn't want to be the one being swallowed up, so he had to keep devouring the other party until the end.
Taixuan Prefecture is located in the northeast corner of Northwest County, bordering the Jerok Principality and Lulong Prefecture in Beiyuan County to the east, Yinchuan Prefecture to the west, and the Zagros Mountains and Hindu Kush Mountains to the north and Sisluohe. The two empires of Kaman are connected to each other, and Guidefu is connected to the south. The terrain of the whole province is flat and the land is fertile. The city is located in the center of the plain. The prefecture has a population of about 1.2 million, and its area is second only to Yinchuan Prefecture and Qingyang Prefecture in the entire northwest county. It is rich in products, rich in grain and sugar beet, and is an important sugar producing area in the north of the empire. It is close to the Zagros Mountains and Hindu Ku. The hilly areas of the Shishan Mountains are rich in high-quality timber.
Looking at the thick and towering city walls and the relatively complete fortifications, Wu Feng couldn't help but nod. It seemed that Fielding had put some effort into city defense. Although it was not as good as Qingyang Mansion, it was better than other mansions. They are much stronger, and the force in front of them with good momentum is probably the remaining Taixuanfu Second Guard Division. It looks like it should still have considerable combat effectiveness. The strong man is naturally the Taixuanfu City Guard Phil. Ding.
"Fielding, the minister to be punished, has met Lord Jiedushi!" The middle-aged man's face turned a little pale, and his eyes were a little blue, which was obviously a sign of poor sleep.
"Why did Lord Fielding say this?" Wu Feng and Ling Tianfang, who had just sat down after walking into the city guard's mansion, were stunned.
"Back to your lord, the order jointly signed by the Imperial Administration and the General Administration of Military Affairs has come down. I have just received it. I have been relieved of all my duties. I am just waiting for the arrival of the city guard appointed by the Administration to hand over everything. Waiting The Imperial Supervisory Office and the Military Police Headquarters are investigating, and I heard that the city guard appointed by the General Administrative Office is already on the way."
Fielding's expression was quite calm. He had expected this day long ago, and his former master also asked him to bring a message, telling him not to talk nonsense, and that he would do everything possible to help him, but Fielding had already given up on it. Any hope, he knew his master's character very well, and now he had lost any use value, and it was not worth his time to spend any more time on it.
"Oh?!" Wu Feng's expression moved slightly. He didn't expect that the empire's response was so quick. It had actually bypassed him and issued the order to investigate the responsibility directly to Taixuan Mansion. Obviously, he did not take care of himself, who had not yet truly taken over the Taixuan Palace. The military and political envoys of the Northwest County, who had the real power in Xuanfu, took it seriously. They probably wanted to get ahead of themselves and control the administrative power here, but they also had to work hard for them to resist the Kaman army. This was a very clever calculation.
"Lord Fielding, I think you have misunderstood. Whether it is the General Administration, the General Administration of Military Affairs, or people from the General Inspectorate and the Military Police Headquarters, they have the power to investigate you directly, but they do not They do not have the power to remove you from the post of city guard of Taixuan Prefecture. Maybe they had this power five years ago, but now that the Northwest County has approved the establishment of the Military and Government Jiedu Envoy Office with the approval of His Majesty the Emperor’s Palace Meeting, then the city guards of the entire northwest county The power of appointment and removal should be exercised by the person who is the military and political envoy of Northwest County. No other person or department has this power. I think that until I, Li Wufeng, do not dismiss you from your post, you are still the city guard of Taixuan Mansion in Northwest County. Now you should fulfill your responsibilities well." Wu Feng said slowly with half-squinted eyes, but his tone was unquestionable.
"This, ``````" Fielding was surprised.
"You can cooperate with the investigation by the Empire Central Committee, but the premise is that it will not affect your current work. Everything must first be subject to the current situation. Doing your own job well is the first thing. As for their so-called newly appointed City guard, I think we should go back and forth from where we are." Wu Feng's sonorous and powerful words stunned Fielding on the spot. Even the generals next to him realized at this time that Wu Feng still wanted Fielding. Continue to serve as the city guard of Taixuan Palace.
Fielding was silent for a long time, his eyes staring at Wu Feng's face flashed with a complicated light. He didn't say a word for a long time, and the meeting hall was silent.
"My subordinate understands, then I will go to work." Finally, Fielding, who had changed his title, had a blush on his somewhat pale face, bowed deeply and turned away.