The army led by Du Qi was getting closer and closer to Hongshan County.
After entering the Ming Kingdom, Du Qi specially arranged for soldiers to spread the news of Xia Xia's ruling strategy. He wanted to exempt taxes and distribute fertile land.
Whether it was Xia Xia, the former Tang dynasty, or the current Great Qin, land was the foundation of the people. It was something that all the people cared about the most.
Therefore, when the news of Du Qi's arrangement spread in the Ming Kingdom, although many of the Ming Kingdom's people were in disbelief, most of them were excited and looked forward to it.
The reason was simple. The people wanted to have their own land.
They wanted to be self-sufficient and live a down-to-earth life without the threat of not having land. With land, they would have the foundation to be self-sufficient.
It was precisely because of this news that the people of the Ming Kingdom had less resistance to Du Qi.
Moreover, there were nearly eight thousand soldiers that were previously released.
These people took back the Ming Kingdom. Some of them went to the capital, but some did not return to the army. Instead, they returned home. Inevitably, a lot of news was spread.
Therefore, countless people knew about Xia Xia's army.
Countless people were looking forward to it.
Du Qi led the army and rushed. When they arrived at the Ming Kingdom's capital, it was already the middle of February. At this time, the weather was starting to warm up. Although it was chilly in spring, compared to the cold winter of the past, this kind of weather was much, much better.
The army arrived at the capital and temporarily set up camp.
In the military camp, in the main tent.
Du Qi, Luo Binwang, and Liu Che were there. The three of them took their seats. Liu Che said, "Your Majesty, in my opinion, the current Ming Kingdom is already vulnerable. We can take down Hongshan County in one battle. After all, Hongshan County is now lacking in military strength. Once our army enters the city, we will be able to obtain the final victory. "
Du Qi said, "Guerha has been defeated. He will definitely look for reinforcements. Therefore, we should wait for now. This time, they would use the opportunity to trap Guer Ha and attack the reinforcements. Previously, I asked you to arrange for spies in various places. They are spreading the news that we are in power and are also gathering information. Soon, there will be news. "
After Liu Che heard this, he thought for a moment and said, "If my king wants to surround the enemy and attack their reinforcements, there's naturally no problem. It's just that I feel that we'll miss the opportunity if we delay the attack even though we can take Guerha now. "
Du Qi looked at Luo Binwang and asked, "Luo Binwang, what do you think?"
Luo Binwang said, "Your Majesty, I agree with the strategy of besieging the enemy and attacking reinforcements. We can surround them and ambush any reinforcements that might arrive. Most importantly, stalling for time isn't disadvantageous to us. On the contrary, it's advantageous. "
"That's because we haven't done anything wrong. Moreover, under the influence of our policies, Guerha's rule will become more and more lax. At that time, we will definitely win. "
"Delaying the attack on Guerha won't affect anything."
"Actually, people seek fortune and avoid calamity."
"When Guerha's strength was tyrannical, his subordinates naturally wouldn't think of their own way out. But now, Guerha can no longer hold on. He can no longer stop our army. Defeat is inevitable. Then, Guerha's subordinates will gradually arrange for people to contact us. "
Luo Binwang's eyes flashed as he said, "So when the time comes, we will have ample opportunity. Therefore, we don't have to worry about stalling for time at all. Just rest assured. For us, it's a hundred advantages and no disadvantages. "
"Report!"
At this moment, a soldier arrived outside the tent.
Du Qi ordered, "Come in!"
The soldier followed in and saluted Du Qi with cupped fists. He reported, "My king, we just received news from the east of Hongshan County that the Fire Nation's army has entered the east of Ming Nation and is rushing in the direction of Hongshan County."
Du Qi's eyes flashed as he ordered, "Scout again!"
"Yes!"
The soldier turned and left.
Du Qi said with a smile, "See, speak of the devil. We just talked about reinforcements, and the Fire Nation's reinforcements have already arrived. I also know some information about the Fire Nation. The Fire Nation's ruler, Chen Can, is quite capable and has some means of fighting. Right now, we only know that they are rushing over. I reckon that before long, there will be more information about their numbers. Right now, we should use this opportunity to fight with Chen Can and extinguish his arrogance. "
As he spoke, Du Qi took out a map and spread it out in front of him.
This map was a map of Hongshan County and its surroundings.
Previously, he had arranged for soldiers to spread the news. At the same time, he was also collecting information to understand the local roads and passes so that he could make timely responses.
Du Qi pointed to the east of Hongshan County and said, "It's about a hundred li from Hongshan County to the Fire Nation in the east. Now that the army has begun to hurry, the enemy will arrive in two days at most. Right now, we just received the news. I'm afraid that we have less than a day left. In fact, in less than a day, the enemy will arrive in Hongshan County to provide reinforcements. "
"So right now, if we want to surround the enemy and attack the reinforcements, we must seize the time to make arrangements."
"From the map, twenty-five li to the east of Hongshan County, there is a Green Ox Mountain. According to the information reported by the soldiers, the terrain of this Green Ox Mountain is generally undulating. The road at the foot of the mountain is the only way to Hongshan County. "
"My idea is to send the army to set up camp at Green Ox Mountain."
"Stop them at Green Ox Mountain."
Du Qi's eyes were sharp as he said in a deep voice, "If we set up camp there and the enemy discovers our army, we can just block them openly. If they don't know that we have secretly arrived at Green Ox Mountain, we can ambush them and force them to retreat to the back of Green Ox Mountain. If they want to kill their way there, they can only break through by force. "
Du Qi looked around at Luo Binwang and Liu Che, saying, "What do you think of this suggestion?"
Liu Che said, "This subordinate agrees!"
Luo Binwang thought for a moment and said, "Your Majesty, this subordinate thinks that there is still a problem."
Du Qi said, "What problem?"
Luo Binwang said, "Because our main forces have all gone to Green Ox Mountain. Then, the garrison outside Hongshan County will be in some danger. What should we do here? "
A light flashed in Du Qi's eyes. He said in a deep voice, "This step is the most crucial. Our troops stationed outside of Hongshan County must have enough fighting power. After we split up, I'm sure that Gu Erha will definitely not let go of this opportunity. On one hand, he might attack Green Ox Mountain. On the other hand, he might directly attack the garrison outside the city. Of course, the biggest possibility is to attack the garrison outside the city. Because once we attack Green Ox Mountain, we might be attacked from both sides. "
Luo Binwang immediately understood. He said, "Your Majesty means to lure the snake out of its hole and take the initiative to deal with Gu Erha."
Du Qi said, "That's what I mean."
Liu Che seemed to understand, but he seemed to understand.
He seemed to understand.
However, he also seemed to not understand. After all, he was good at leading troops, but in terms of strategy, he was still somewhat strained.
Du Qi said, "Liu Che, I'll give you twelve thousand men. You will pretend to have sixteen thousand men and set up camp at Green Ox Mountain. This time, go with great fanfare and let Gu Erha know. Also, you'll be guarding Green Ox Mountain. Are you confident? "
Liu Che said, "I guarantee that I'll complete the mission."
Liu Che was not satisfied with just guarding Green Ox Mountain.
He knew about Du Qi's overall plan, but he did not understand the details of Du Qi and Luo Binwang's plan for Gu Erha. However, he did not only want to defend Green Ox Mountain. He also wanted to take the initiative to attack and turn defense into offense.
Du Qi said in a deep voice, "Liu Che, you'll be at Green Ox Mountain. Focus on defense. If there's a chance of victory, then make arrangements. Remember, Green Ox Mountain is related to the overall situation of this war. If you fail, then it will be difficult to deal with Gu Erha. After all, we'll have to face Gu Erha and Chen Can's army directly. "
Liu Che said, "This subordinate understands!"
Du Qi nodded and said, "Since you understand, then go and carry out the mission."
"Yes!"
Liu Che got up and walked out.
When Liu Che reached the entrance of the camp, Du Qi suddenly said, "Wait a moment."
Liu Che stopped and turned around. "Your Majesty, do you have any other orders?"
Du Qi said, "Forget it. I'll have Luo Binwang go with you. With Luo Binwang as an advisor, you'll have an easier time planning at Green Ox Mountain. There won't be any problems. "
"Yes!"
Luo Binwang immediately replied.
Luo Binwang felt that staying outside Hongshan County seemed like dealing with Gu Erha, but in truth, there was not much skill involved. As long as the plan was set, nothing would go wrong.
On the contrary, Green Ox Mountain's side was more challenging. That was because what they needed to do was not only to defend, but also to make use of this opportunity to counterattack and even defeat Chen Can's army.
This was what Luo Binwang needed.
Liu Che did not have any objections. With Luo Binwang around, Liu Che felt more at ease.
The two of them bowed to Du Qi and turned to leave.
Not long after, the two of them gathered their army and left with great fanfare. After the mighty army left, Du Qi immediately called Yan Three over.
Yan Three was now a valiant general in the army.
Although his status was not as good as Liu Che's, he was still an indispensable person in the army.
Du Qi quickly ordered Yan Three to gather the soldiers and set up the defense. They were ready to fight so that they could deal with Gu Erha's attack.
To Du Qi, this battle was unavoidable. Gu Erha would definitely attack the camp.
After hearing Du Qi's arrangements, Yan Three was very excited. He was not as ambitious as Liu Che. As long as he could kill the enemy and gain merit, Yan Three liked it.
Yan Three got up and left. He quickly gathered the soldiers and made the necessary arrangements.
Everything was ready. They were just waiting for Gu Erha to attack.
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