Under normal circumstances, withdrawing troops is a very common thing, but Liuqi has never had such a large-scale and frustrating withdrawal, which has once again dealt an indelible blow to morale.
However, Liuqi was never to be taken lightly. Mu Bei had issued a strict order before: Do not rush into anything without seeking merit. Violators would be punished for their merits and no rewards. As a result, Qi Chao was always making steady progress, advancing towards the hinterland of Liuqi little by little.
That little grass had stayed in the city for several months, but it was soon occupied by Qi Chao. At that time, it could be said that there were people everywhere, but now only the old, weak and sick are left. It must be said that Liu Qi's move was actually quite ruthless. They knew that Qi Chao was a country of etiquette and would not bully the weak. Besides, these people were really just ordinary people who had never been to the battlefield and had no sin on their hands. They were sure that Qi Chao would not ignore it, and once it intervened, it would inevitably cost a lot of manpower and material resources, which would slow down its pace.
Liuqi’s goal was indeed achieved, but what can he do about it
There were not many of these people. After all, at the beginning of the snowstorm, the first people to be abandoned were the elderly, the weak, the sick and the disabled. They had no food and no shelter from the cold. It can be said that the only reason some of them survived was purely because they had families who were unwilling to abandon them. Otherwise, this group of people would have been wiped out long ago. Even so, they were finally "utilized".
But for them, this may not be a bad thing.
Of course, before placement, careful screening will be carried out. Never underestimate anyone at any time. There are many people who have fallen into the hands of insignificant little people. There are many civil and military officials in Qi Chao, and they all look at these people with the greatest malice. Even if there is no problem, it is hard to say whether they will stay or go in the future. After all, to Qi Chao, their birth is original sin.
The war has started again? Xiaocao has also started to get busy? Still working day and night? Still in the "field hospital". As we go deeper into Liuqi? The "field hospital" is also moving forward step by step.
But this time, Xiaocao was at the rear of the main force. Even if she didn't need to be protected, there were always people around her and she was very busy. In addition, everyone else deliberately avoided her from leaving the "field hospital". They all believed that what happened before would not happen again, which left a big psychological shadow on people, so they subconsciously protected her better.
In comparison, Wei Tingyu actually spent less time with Xiaocao, as he intervened in the war as a military supervisor.
Xiaocao only knew about this and had not asked in detail, but she believed that Wei Tingyu knew what to do.
Wei Tingyu's behavior made some generals a little nervous at first, but the Dingbei Army was indeed responsible for Xiaocao's accident last time, so no one could say anything and had to accept it.
Fortunately, Wei Tingyu was just watching when they were discussing strategic deployment and didn't really do anything. The others gradually became relieved and ignored him, but it was too early to be relieved.
When Wei Tingyu opened his mouth for the first time, everyone's attention was focused on him, because he expressed his views on the next strategic deployment, and compared to Mu Bei's daily use of troops, which was relatively upright and steady, his was considered cunning and strange, and the result might be relatively cruel. However, facing everyone's gaze, Wei Tingyu was steady, leaning back in his wheelchair.
Mu Bei was thoughtful. He was never a person who acted arbitrarily and would not listen to other people's opinions. Although he was quite upright in all aspects, he would naturally put away his mercy when dealing with his enemies. His goal was to achieve the best results at the lowest cost to his side. Therefore, when Wei Tingyu and he "disagree" and he finds that Wei Tingyu's method may be better for his side, he can accept it as quickly as possible. "Tell me more about it."
It was from this moment that Wei Tingyu officially participated in the war with Liuqi.
It was also gradual, until strategic deployment almost became the main battlefield between him and Mu Bei. Although they were usually two completely different strategic approaches, which sounded like a tit-for-tat, there was never a fierce dispute, and they were able to reach the final strategy as quickly as possible, so it was basically a 50-50 split.
Wei Tingyu transformed himself into a military strategist with his own abilities. When Mu Bei was away, he could even dispatch troops and command the rear.
Fan Wuguo turned around and around as if he was looking at a rare animal, as if he wanted to see Wei Tingyu thoroughly. "I really didn't realize that the Wei prince actually has such attainments in military tactics."
Wei Tingyu had indeed read military books, but he had only flipped through them occasionally in the past and had never had a deep understanding of them, so he only knew some superficial theoretical knowledge. Now, that was all he had learned before, and had grasped some of the main points, and then added his own ideas. Anyway, with Mu Bei there, he could correct and adjust in time even if there were any problems. It was not too difficult for him to reach his current level.
Young Master Fan was a little jealous. He had spent a lot of time practicing martial arts and learning military tactics. The generals in the army all felt that he had made rapid progress and was a natural leader in battles. Mu Bei also taught and trained him deliberately. Even so, Wei Tingyu, a layman, was able to surpass him. So, he was quite jealous.
Wei Tingyu's brain is really born to attack people.
Wei Tingyu looked ahead. No one knew that the anger and depression in his heart had never dissipated. During the previous negotiations between the two countries, he could not even get a word in. He wanted to settle accounts with Liuqi in his own way and do what he said.
He was in the military camp, sitting alone, cold and aloof, seemingly out of place with his surroundings, but now no one dared to look down on him.
…
Bai Qingchuan was caught and his face changed back to his original one, which naturally no one had ever seen before.
Although his face was different, Wei Tingyu recognized him at first sight this time, because there was no mistake about his expression, it was the same arrogant, conceited and self-important man he saw the first time. Of course, now he also felt unwilling and resentful.
Actually, the two of them had only dealt with each other face to face when they first met. However, since then, Bai Qingchuan has repeatedly suffered losses at the hands of Wei Tingyu. The first time he was injured and fled, the second time he almost lost his life, and now is the third time. Although he was not injured, he was captured alive and there is no possibility of escape.
Bai Qingchuan had never been so frustrated even when he was in the most difficult time in Xichi!
After watching for a while, Wei Tingyu waved his hand and had him taken away. Obviously, he had no intention of asking any questions. In fact, there was no need to do so. He could be seen to be a tough guy with an extraordinary character. Without knowing his background and weaknesses, it would be difficult to win his heart, so there was no need to waste energy on it.
Wei Tingyu's indifferent attitude aroused Bai Qingchuan's deeper anger. He still did not yell, but stared at Wei Tingyu as he staggered forward while being pushed and shoved, as if he wanted to stare a hole in him.
Wei Tingyu seemed to be unaware of anything. He looked in the direction of Kaiping and murmured, "If my guess is true, then it should be almost over, right? Unfortunately..."
Unfortunately, ever since Emperor Xuanren ordered Prince Duan and the officials accompanying him to stay in Northern Frontier, the news has been unilaterally cut off from that side. As for the news about the war in Northern Frontier being sent back, the various materials needed here have never been cut off and have always been sufficient. What is happening in the Imperial City, how the war with Xichi is going, etc., have not been reported to Northern Frontier.
Although Wei Tingyu had his own channels and it was not difficult for him to find out some information, he did not do so. He was now the military supervisor of the Northern Frontier, not the commander of Kaiping Guard, so he would not "meddle in other people's business."
So, although we say “what a pity”, it is actually not a pity at all, it is as bland as boiled water.
This would have been a normal thing, but because everyone had been informed before, and suddenly there was no news, it made people feel that something unusual was going on. Everyone else was fine, but King Duduan felt a little uneasy.
Perhaps because he was really worried, Prince Duan found Wei Tingyu and asked, "Does Wei Jianjun know something?"
"Your Highness, you are worrying too much. What can I know? However, as long as the Emperor is here, there is nothing to worry about. Just wait."
Prince Duan looked at Wei Tingyu deeply and did not ask any more questions. "In this case, I will listen to the military supervisor Wei and wait patiently."
Wei Tingyu still nodded calmly.
Just wait, and then I received the latest news which was sent over 800 miles in an expedited manner...
"What—Prince Cheng joined forces with other brothers to force the emperor to abdicate and rebel ten days ago?" This was the first time in many years that Prince Duan had lost his composure like this.