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Li Yuanqing frowned slightly, but relaxed it for a moment. Presumably, Mao Wenlong couldn't sit still after receiving the news that Hou Jin's army was leaving camp.

"I see."

Waving his hand to signal the soldiers to retreat, Li Yuanqing ate a few bites of breakfast and quickly galloped to the official hall.

When he arrived at the official hall, Li Yuanqing discovered to his surprise that almost all the generals from the Dongjiang headquarters had arrived, and Chen Zhong also rushed over.

It can be seen that everyone is very excited and gearing up.

Seeing Li Yuanqing coming, Mao Wenlong said happily: "Yuanqing, you are here. What do you think about this matter?"

Although there are many stars and talents under his command, practice has proven that only Li Yuanqing is the most trustworthy and reliable arm. Although Mao Wenlong was itchy at this time, he did not hear Li Yuanqing's opinion and did not dare to

hastily.

Li Yuanqing smiled and said, "Commander, regarding this matter, we'd better go directly to the top of the South Gate City to observe and discuss it."

Mao Wenlong and the other generals were stunned. After a moment, Mao Wenlong also reacted and couldn't help but smile: "That's good. Let's go, boys, let's go to the south gate of the city."

The group of people quickly filed out and hurriedly rode toward the south gate of the city.

At this time, in the direction of the Houjin camp, several royal banners had moved to the southeast river bank. Countless sentries were gathering on the west and south sides of Zhenjiang City, closely monitoring the Ming army at the top of the city.

trend.

The camp in front has also been set off. Within the field of vision, many slaves are busy, but overall, although they appear a bit anxious, they are not disordered.

Mao Wenlong slowly exhaled a long breath, but at this time he also calmed down.

Just now, he was also dazzled by this exciting news, but at this time, he already understood what Li Yuanqing meant.

Although the Hou Jin army broke out of camp, it was not easy to take a bite.

The surrounding generals also recovered from their excitement. Chen Jisheng said a little unhappy: "Commander, Yuan Qing, looking at the situation, it is difficult for us to take action."

Mao Wenlong nodded slowly, "After all, they are a strong army. With all the Tatars' main force, how can it be so easy for us to succeed?"

With that said, Mao Wenlong looked at Li Yuanqing, "Yuanqing, do you have any good ideas?"

Li Yuanqing frowned and pondered for a moment before saying: "Commander, after the Jin army retreated, they were already at a disadvantage in terms of momentum. If we want to charge into the formation, it is not impossible. However, Commander, I despise my position and think that we must have elite troops for this matter.

It’s a pity. We don’t have cavalry. Otherwise, how could we keep these dog Tatars so calm?”

"Hey~~!"

Mao Wenlong also sighed. The lack of cavalry is the biggest pain in Dongjiang and Liaonan.

But at this time, the arrow is already on the string, and I can't help but sigh and be lazy.

Mao Wenlong understood very well that according to the combat power of the Ming army at this time, it was most appropriate for the Changsheng Battalion to attack and pursue.

Even Chen Zhong's army, which is also considered a strong army, will be difficult to exert its power if it loses the support of the Changsheng Battalion.

But Mao Wenlong understood more clearly that in this battle, Li Yuanqing's main focus was on the people of Zhenjiang City. Letting Li Yuanqing attack now would be unfair and inconsistent with his words.

Li Yuanqing noticed Mao Wenlong's entanglement and couldn't help but smile, "Commander, according to my humble position, even if we want to attack, we must not attack at this time. The Jin army is all cavalry, and our army is all infantry. If we blindly

It's up to us whether we can catch up or not. If the Tatars make a counterattack, we will lose more than we gain."

Mao Wenlong nodded heavily.

Of course he understood what Li Yuanqing meant, and he also knew that what Li Yuanqing said was the truth. However, the Tatars were right in front of him, but they could only look at them but not touch them. This...

Chen Jisheng said: "Commander, looking at the state of the Tatars, they will not be able to complete their camp until at least evening. By then, I am willing to lead Youxieerlang to charge into the battle."

Chen ~ Liangce hurriedly said: "I am willing to take on a humble position."

Although Chen Liangce received some heads in this battle, he had not been in the battle himself and had not warmed up his hands yet.

At this time, seeing that the Tatars were already weak, he would not let go of this opportunity.

Generals Zhang Pan and Mao Chenglu also expressed their opinions.

Mao Wenlong was not in a hurry to speak, and kept looking south silently.

Li Yuanqing naturally understood that Mao Wenlong was waiting for him to express his position. After pondering for a moment, Li Yuanqing said: "Commander, I am humble enough to be willing to assist the main force of our army in charging the battle."

Seeing Li Yuanqing's statement, Chen Zhong hurriedly said: "Commander, even though I hold a low position, I am willing to cooperate with the main force to charge into the battle."

Mao Wenlong couldn't help but be overjoyed, "Yuan Qing, Chen Zhong, with the help of you two, I have greater confidence. Without further delay, all ministries will start preparations immediately."

Li Yuanqing said at this time: "Commander, wait a moment."

Mao Wenlong couldn't help but be startled.

Li Yuanqing hurriedly said: "Commander, this matter cannot be rushed. We have not yet calculated the effect of these poisonous smoke. If it is an epidemic, then~~ we will not be able to attack it. Ignorance and stupidity

See, you can order your subordinates to prepare first, and the fire soldiers will make hot ginger soup and wait to see the situation in the evening. If the situation goes well, we will charge into the formation immediately. If it does not go well, we will make another plan."

Mao Wenlong also reacted, nodded with deep understanding, and said with a smile: "Yuan Qing, I feel a lot more relaxed now that you are here to help me."

…………

Time soon came to evening, and the Jin army's sentinels shrank somewhat.

At the same time, a large number of Ming army sentries swarmed out of the city. In the wilderness outside the south gate, they had a fierce dispute with the Hou Jin army sentries, trying to find out the details of the Later Jin army.

Li Yuanqing, Mao Wenlong, and other generals have been monitoring the situation of Hou Jin's army on the top of the city. The men behind them are also ready and ready to go out of the city to attack the enemy at any time.

At this time, the Houjin camp had basically been gathered up and was moving slowly and orderly towards the east bank of the river.

However, because it was snowing lightly, the visibility was not particularly high, so I could only see an overview, but not the details.

But the entanglement between the sentinels on both sides in the wilderness was clearly visible.

The main force had retreated, and the sentinels of the Jin army obviously did not dare to fight. They relied on their superb equestrian skills to tangle with the Ming army.

Although the sentinels of the Ming army were not good at equestrian skills, they were successful because they had their home field at their backs, had plenty of food and drink, and were far outnumbered by the Jin army, who quickly took the initiative.

Not long after, a sentinel kidnapped two Jin army sentinels and came back to report.

But as the intelligence reports from the sentinels came in, the joyful expressions of the generals suddenly subdued.

The epidemic had begun to spread among the Hou Jin army. They lacked enough medicine and planned to retreat to Yizhou first.

"Damn it, what a pity. These are the Tatars who got the advantage for nothing!" Chen Liangce couldn't help but spat hard, obviously very unwilling to do so.

I thought it was a good opportunity, but unexpectedly, it was interrupted by the epidemic.

Chen Jisheng was also very unwilling and tried to ask: "We have hot ginger soup, and the city has sufficient reserves of medicinal materials. Do you want to go out of the city and give it a try?"

Mao Wenlong decisively rejected Chen Jisheng, "This is absolutely impossible. There are 100,000 soldiers and civilians in Zhenjiang City, so we must not risk the lives of our sons and the common people. Yuan Qing, what do you care about this matter?"

Although Li Yuanqing had expected that things would turn out like this, he also felt a little pity when things came to pass.

He sighed slowly and said: "Commander, brothers, there are gains and losses. Every gain must be a loss, and a loss must be a gain. Yesterday's smoke defeated the Hou Jin Army's formation, but there are still worries about the future. I agree with the Marshal.

According to my opinion, this matter should not be pursued at this time. The capital was not built in a day. We do not have to rush at this moment. The epidemic of the disease in the Jin army will definitely cause serious damage to their combat effectiveness. We still have opportunities.

"

Li Yuanqing and Mao Wenlong set the general tone. Even if everyone was unwilling to do so, they did not dare to disobey and had to endure for the time being.

Later, the main force of the Jin army withdrew, but the defense in the city still had to be neglected.

After a simple defense arrangement, Mao Wenlong and Li Yuanqing had a deep talk in the city gate building.

"Yuanqing, the main force of Houjin retreated, and the Zhenjiang area was vacated. What do you care about during this period before the year?"

Mao Wenlong looked into Li Yuanqing's eyes and said.

This time, Mao Wenlong really tasted the sweetness of the cooperation with Changsheng Camp.

At the same time, he also realized that there was a big gap between the headquarters and the Changsheng Battalion, both in terms of equipment and combat power.

Li Yuanqing's decision will directly affect his subsequent strategy.

Li Yuanqing smiled and said, "Commander, we should not suffer a loss at this point in the war. The Chinese New Year is coming soon. I mean, it's not appropriate for us to pursue the Hou Jin Army anymore. Yizhou, we can let it go for a while."

"Come on. Marshal, please note that rabbits bite when they are anxious, not to mention that they are the main force behind the money! Let's eat the fat on our lips first."

How smart is Mao Wenlong? He quickly understood Li Yuanqing's thoughts, "Yuan Qing, what do you mean..."

Li Yuanqing smiled and said, "Commander, the people in Zhenjiang City are migrating. Apart from daily necessities, they are destined to be unable to take away so much wealth. I am willing to give all of these to our headquarters."

Mao Wenlong was stunned and couldn't help but turn pale with shock. Li Yuanqing's bargaining chip was really too heavy. This was simply...

"Yuan Qing, how could this happen? Zhenjiang City was captured by the sons of the Changsheng Battalion, and you were asked to take the blame for the relocation. If I take advantage of you, how can this be possible?

"

Li Yuanqing smiled and said, "Commander, you can't say that. I am limited in my ability, and I can't take everything away. If I leave these properties here to waste, wouldn't it be a waste of natural resources? How about taking them to Phi Island to let them play a greater role?

Your role. Commander, you are a humble guide, and even more a humble father. How can a son and his father distinguish each other?"

By this time, Mao Wenlong of course understood Li Yuanqing's intentions. Li Yuanqing was very determined and wanted to help him and his headquarters.

"Yuan Qing, you will suffer a big loss now. These manpower will definitely waste a lot of food and grass when they return to Changsheng Island."

Li Yuanqing nodded, "Commander, there is nothing we can do about this. If there is no bitterness, how can there be sweetness? The key is the court, the humble position still needs the marshal to share some of the pressure with the humble position."

Mao Wenlong couldn't help but smile, "Yuan Qing, you can rest assured about this matter. I will handle it for the court!"

…………

After leaving the city gate building, the sky had turned completely dark, the rustling snowflakes kept falling, and the whole world was covered in a white haze.

While riding on the horse, Li Yuanqing let out a long breath.

Today, although they were unable to fight out of the city and further increase their achievements in this battle, they reached a compromise with Mao Wenlong and divided Zhenjiang City, which will be a huge progress for both parties.

Changsheng Camp requires manpower, while Pi Island needs more living facilities.

As long as this matter can be accomplished smoothly and stably, the Ming Dynasty's defense line from southern Liaoning to Pidao will surely become more stable, and the strength of both Li Yuanqing and Mao Wenlong will reach a higher level.

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