"Right now, the situation in Dingzhou is in the hands of the Lord!"
After Ge Jin thought about it, his first words were shocking. "The Lord has tens of thousands of soldiers. If you help Wu Zhen, then Dingyuan County will definitely fall! Wu Zhi will definitely win! If you help the court, then the provincial magistrate will be able to struggle on at death's door! Thus, I say that the affairs of Dingzhou now only concern the Lord! "
This was not a joke.
The Mountain Ping Army under Qi Lin was experienced in battle for a long time. There were 12,000 of them and they had been mobilized early. Their level of elite was much greater than that of ordinary provincial and county soldiers.
It was not empty words to decide the future of Dingzhou!
Hearing this, the civil and military officials all became slightly excited. However, Qi Lin's expression was dark. "If we don't help either side, then what?"
It looks like the Lord still hasn't given up on independence …
Ge Jin secretly sighed in her heart, but her expression was resolute. "If we don't help either side, I'm afraid we will not be able to avoid the calamity of death and the destruction of our clan!"
After these words were spoken, the entire hall was silent. Only Qi Lin's heavy breathing could be heard.
Cold sweat appeared on the foreheads of the people on both sides. They didn't even dare to breathe loudly, terrified that Qi Lin would vent his anger on them.
"Destruction of life and clan? Destruction of life and clan! Ah … "
Qi Lin was originally enraged, but after muttering a few words, he smiled bitterly. "Ge Jin, oh Ge Jin, you really have guts. If you weren't my old friend, you wouldn't be able to walk out of the Marshal's mansion just because of these words! Don't say it again in the future … "
He then waved his hand. "All of you, leave! Ge Jin, stay! "
"I will take my leave!"
The officials on both sides retreated as if they had been pardoned, leaving only Ge Jin.
"Speak … which family's lobbyist found you …"
Qi Lin looked at his old friend, and a glimmer of helplessness flashed across his face.
Even so, sweat seeped out of Ge Jin's forehead. He immediately knelt to the ground. "Commander! No one has ever tried to bribe me. Everything I do is for the Commander's sake! "
"For my sake?"
"That's right!"
Ge Jin took a deep breath. He knew that his life depended on this. He solemnly said, "Even though the Commander has the wind and clouds of Dingzhou in his hands and both sides are fighting to curry favor, if we don't make a decision, it will make both sides unhappy. In an instant, it will offend both sides."
"Right now, Commander is high-spirited and full of vigor. Naturally, you are not afraid. If this chronic illness was cured, even if I were a scholar, I would be willing to raise my three-foot sword and help you take down Dingzhou. But now, does Commander feel that you still have hope of success?"
"If it's possible, then there's nothing to fear! If you can't, whether it's the imperial court or Wu Zhi who wins in the future, how are you going to deal with them if they pursue the matter? "
These words were like a splash of cold water, causing Qi Lin to be dumbfounded.
After a long time, he smiled bitterly, "Ge Jin … these words of yours … make my heart cold!"
Even if it was him, he had no choice but to admit defeat and extinguish the last trace of his desire to rule the world and fight for supremacy.
He sat down dejectedly. "In your opinion, which one is more suitable?"
This was asking which side he should support.
Ge Jin wiped away his sweat and bowed. "This is the Lord's arbitrary decision. How can I have a say in it? However, I have a few humble opinions for the Lord's consideration! "
"In terms of closeness, the Nanfeng military governor, Wu Zhi, has always been on good terms with my Zhen. Both sides have exchanged many gifts and previously had a tacit understanding to work together to deal with Marquis Ding …"
"I have observed this woman's actions. She is methodical in both military and political matters. If she was a man, it would not be a problem for her to take over Dingzhou and call herself a king. Unfortunately, a woman usurps power. The distinction between men and women is her greatest shortcoming."
"Hmph!"
Qi Lin huffed coldly and said through his nose, "In your opinion, we should serve the imperial court?"
"If we serve the imperial court, first of all, we will not lose our reputation. Furthermore, we will use five counties to conquer two counties. There is no reason for us to fail. However, our relationship with Marquis Ding will be more awkward. However, it is not impossible to write it off."
At this time, Marquis Ding was the first to bear the brunt. It was a matter of life and death. What did the previous bit of filth count for? Ge Jin had confidence that as long as she sent out an envoy, no matter what the agreement was, he would accept it.
"The only difficulty is the imperial court!"
"The imperial court?"
"Correct! Does the Commander feel that the Governor of the imperial court still has fate? "
Ge Jin asked coldly.
These words were a bit disgraceful. However, they were a military town and spoke without fear. There was no need for them to retreat.
"The Shang Dynasty still has a thousand years of luck. I also did not think that the Dazhou Dynasty would only have 300 years!"
Before, Qi Lin had believed that the Dazhou Dynasty was sacred and inviolable. As long as there was a ruler to revive it, it was not impossible to maintain its foundation for another hundred years. Now, he had completely let go of this thought.
Wu Zhi had risen and usurped the position of provincial governor. The imperial court had only sent out a rebuke. This was equivalent to tearing down the last layer of face of the Dingzhou court.
From the mobilization of troops this time and the mobilization of the provincial and provincial soldiers, they were all rotten to the core.
Qi Lin even suspected that if he had watched from the sidelines this time, with just the 20,000 soldiers of the Nanfeng Army, they would be able to take care of the tens of thousands of provincial soldiers and Dingyuan Commandery.
"Thus, choosing the side of the imperial court is easy at the beginning and difficult at the end. Previously, it was not easy for me to escape. Now, I have voluntarily put shackles on myself. It will be difficult for me to escape in the future!"
This was a reshuffle of power in the province. Regardless of the results of the two sides, Marquis Ding in Dingyuan Commandery was pretty much done for. Even if he was not stripped of his title and land, his vitality would be greatly damaged. If the imperial court won, the power of the provincial governor, provincial governor, and administrative officer would greatly increase.
At that time, there was no need to say what would happen to Qi Lin's remaining and rebellious military town.
Qi Lin frowned and sneered. "Then choosing Wu Zhi is difficult at the beginning and easy at the end?"
"Not at all!"
Ge Jin shook her head. "Wu Zhen's spirit is monstrous, but it is too challenging. It is difficult at the beginning and difficult at the end! Even if he wins this time and can take over Dingzhou, he probably has less than a ten percent chance of dominating the world in the future! "
Qi Lin did not know whether to laugh or cry. "I thought you thought highly of this person, which was why you mentioned it …"
"Haha …"
Ge Jin's expression softened. He bowed and said, "Naturally, I do not think highly of Wu Zhen. It is just that when I see Wu Zhen, I think of the Marshal of the past!"
Qi Lin was dazed and fell silent.
When he first took control of Jiedu, he was successful at a young age and full of mettle. He really had the air of an ambitious and ruthless person who ruled the world.
However, after being chosen as a Reincarnator, he became a little more dispirited and could not regain his former glory.
That Youth Festival Town, where did it go?
In a daze, Qi Lin looked at Ge Jin on the ground and sighed again. "Ziyu! Your hair has already turned gray. You are old! Old … the years wait for no man! "
This Ziyu was Ge Jin's courtesy name. He and Qi Lin were childhood friends and had played together since they were young. However, this form of address was rare.
The two looked at each other and had a tacit understanding. They could not help but smile.
An old steed in the stable, aspiring to travel a thousand miles. A martyr in his twilight years, with lofty aspirations!
Borrowing another five hundred years from the heavens, daring to change the face of the earth!
…
Further ahead from Flat Rock County and into the territory of Dingyuan County was Mengxia County.
Wu Zhi personally led an army of fifteen thousand and joined up with Chen Jingzong. He left three thousand men to defend the city and told the outside world that there were fifty thousand men. They charged towards Mengxia County.
Marquis Ding Shi Tai mobilized the army and gathered in Mengxia County to defend. He swore to use every single soldier to defeat Wu Zhi.
Outside Mengxia County, there was a continuous line of military tents. Banners covered the sky and the sun.
Wu Zhi wore a gilded phoenix armor. His phoenix eyes were filled with power as he listened to the military report.
"Greetings, Marshal!"
At this moment, Chen Jingzong came in and kowtowed.
"General Chen, you came at the right time!"
Wu Zhi had a smile on his face. "That nephew of yours did a good job as the acting county lieutenant. He was able to take the initiative to attack and cause a great setback to the county army, forcing the governor to retreat. He has done a great service!"
"Marshal is too kind!"
Chen Jingzong kowtowed, but he was sweating in his heart. He secretly scolded Chen Shuncheng for rashly going to battle. Fortunately, it was a great victory. Otherwise, the consequences would be unimaginable.
"With the county army gone, we can only threaten the army of Dingyuan County within a month …"
Wu Zhi murmured.
At this time, the state army had not been completely mobilized. With the speed of the imperial court and the restraint of the three prefectures, it was already very fast for them to arrive in a month.
The only one who could affect the situation of the war was Qi Lin!
"This general has come to report this matter!"
Chen Jingzong said. "The spies have found out that there are ten thousand soldiers in Mengxia County. It is Marquis Ding Shi Tai personally leading the army with five thousand Golden Crow soldiers. All the elites are out!"
"Ha! Shi Tai, that coward, has finally shown some heroism! "
Wu Zhi smiled. "I thought he would give up the surrounding counties and defend the county capital to the death to delay the state army!"
Then, he handed a document to Chen Jingzong. "Take a look …"
Chen Jingzong took it and scanned it. The corner of his eye twitched.
This was an intelligence report. It clearly described the state army's training, equipment, soldiers, and morale.
With this alone, he seemed to know the situation of the entire state army.
'The Wu Clan is a county lord and has connections in the province. This network of spies is much better than those newly established grass-roots kings …'
Chen Jingzong sighed inside. He knew that this was the foundation of a noble family. Then he scanned the total number of soldiers and frowned. "Thirty thousand soldiers?"
"Yes! In the end, it is the foundation of the imperial court. Once they squander it, it is no small matter! Also … the general leading the army has been decided. It is Zhang Wenzhen! "
"The generals in the province are mediocre. Only Zhang Wenzhen has some ability! He also has a desire to improve. This time, he led the army out and made things difficult for me … hehe! It is rare for Lord Prefecture Magistrate to do something useful! "
Wu Zhi smiled coldly.
"This is a strong enemy!"
Chen Jingzong said without thinking. "If we cannot take Dingyuan County before the state army arrives, then the consequences … Pingshan County Military Governor!"
He was experienced and immediately saw the key to breaking the situation.
"Yes! As long as Qi Lin is willing to ally with this town, Dingyuan County is nothing! "
Wu Zhi leaned back slightly. The Fire Phoenix Guard beside him immediately brought a hot towel. Wu Zhi did not take it. He stood up and paced. "The envoy has been sent out. The conditions are the lowest. We cannot place our hopes on others. We must take Mengxia County and heavily injure Marquis Ding's army!"
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