One day passed in a blink of an eye.
Du Qi tiredly put away the sand table, no longer studying Li Jiancheng's matter. He rubbed his aching temples, then lay down on the couch and closed his eyes to rest.
"Whoosh!"
The tent's curtain was lifted.
Mordor strode in. He respectfully cupped his fist toward Du Qi and said in a low, muffled voice, "Young Master, Qin Wang sent a message, asking you to come."
"Got it!"
Du Qi nodded.
He had just closed his eyes for a while, so his head was still a bit dizzy. He was not fully awake yet. He asked Liu Jian to fetch some water and washed his face with cold water. Then he went to Li Shimin's tent.
Du Qi entered Li Shimin's tent. At this time, Li Shimin's expression was relaxed. He said with a smile, "Erlang is here. Sit!"
After sitting down, Du Qi said, "Your Highness fought with Liu Heita today. What was the result?"
Li Shimin laughed, "Today was just a feint, how could there be any result? But Liu Heita was scolded until his head was rained with dog blood. He did not dare to speak, only knowing to let this Prince attack. When this Prince feigned attack today, I arranged the army to surround Quzhou County. This way, we can cover up our intention to attack the East Gate. "
Du Qi said, "Your Highness is wise!"
Li Shimin continued, "The reason why I called you here is because the Crown Prince's army has arrived near the county. If we break into Quzhou County tomorrow, I'm afraid it will be very difficult to directly kill Liu Heita. "
"After all, Liu Heita's forces in the city are not weak. He has at least 50,000 men."
"Therefore, our opportunity to kill Liu Heita is after he escapes from Quzhou County, we will use the Dark Armor Elite Cavalry to kill him. But His Highness the Crown Prince's army is already around. This means that it will be very difficult for us to obtain the first merit. "
After a short pause, Li Shimin continued, "I called you here for this matter. We must capture the merit of killing Li Jiancheng. We cannot give it to Li Jiancheng. Erlang, do you have a plan? "
Du Qi said, "Your Highness, please give me some time to think."
Li Shimin nodded.
Du Qi pondered carefully. He sat cross-legged and placed his right hand on his knee, gently tapping it.
Li Xiaogong, Duan Zhixuan, Liu Hongji, and the others waited in silence. Although they were good at marching and fighting, they couldn't think of a plan to break out of the current situation.
Because once it was time for Liu Heita to escape, Li Jiancheng, as the commander-in-chief, could completely order Li Shimin's forces to block one side, while Li Jiancheng led the troops to pursue and attack Liu Heita.
Previously, when Li Shimin attacked Quzhou County, Li Jiancheng did not intervene. Now that Li Jiancheng wanted to interfere, Li Shimin was in a difficult position. He could no longer force Li Jiancheng, because when it came to contributions, Li Jiancheng would definitely snatch them like a mad dog.
Du Qi thought carefully.
He frowned.
He didn't seem to be in good spirits.
During the day, Du Qi was studying the people around Li Jiancheng, studying the various lines so that he could prepare for infiltration and instigation. No matter how hard he thought about it, there was nothing he could do.
After a long time, Du Qi opened his mouth and said, "Your Highness, I'm afraid this matter is really not easy to handle."
Li Shimin said, "Since Erlang can't think of anything, we don't have to worry about it for the time being. Now, we only need to break Quzhou County with all our strength. Killing Liu Heita's contributions will be decided by the heavens. When the time comes, everything will depend on luck. "
Li Xiaogong said, "That's the only way."
Duan Zhixuan gritted his teeth, rubbed his fists and said, "Our people are not weaker than the Crown Prince. The Crown Prince's officers and soldiers are all cowards. Therefore, we will definitely win this battle. We must take Liu Heita's head. "
Liu Hongji said, "We must take Liu Heita."
This battle would depend on the final result.
When it came to rewards, it was obvious that the person who took Liu Heita would get the biggest contribution.
"Whoosh!"
The tent's curtain was lifted.
At this time, the soldiers of the army entered.
The soldier held a plate with both hands, on which were bowls of milk-like white jade fish soup.
While walking, the soldier said, "Your Highness, this is the crucian carp soup that the cook just made. These crucian carps were caught from the river, so there is only a small amount of fish soup. "
After that, the soldier gave Li Shimin, Li Xiaogong, Du Qi, and the others a bowl each.
The color of the fish soup was excellent.
Li Shimin drank a bowl, and a bright smile appeared on his face. This fish soup was excellent, and it was indeed very good. At this time, Du Qi drank a bowl of fish soup, and suddenly his eyes lit up. He said with a smile, "Your Highness, I have an idea. In fact, we were all wrong before. "
Li Shimin waved his hand. After the soldier retreated, Li Shimin said, "Erlang, what idea did you come up with to take Liu Heita?"
Du Qi leaned forward slightly and said, "Just now, we were thinking about how to deal with Liu Heita. In fact, we expected Liu Heita to escape from Quzhou County."
"In fact, Liu Heita is a very cunning man. He led his troops to occupy Quzhou County, so he should know that only Your Highness and the Crown Prince's troops are attacking Quzhou County this time. "
"Even if Liu Heita withdrew from Quzhou County, it is almost impossible for him to escape."
Du Qi said, "Under such a premise, if Your Highness was Liu Heita, would you still continue to break out of the city?"
Li Shimin said with a straight face, "Breaking out of the city is the only way. There is no other choice. Is there any other way to break out? "
Du Qi said, "If I were Liu Heita, I would choose the escape route after entering Quzhou County. I would make sure that once Quzhou County could not be defended, I would be able to withdraw at any time. After all, with Mingshui County falling into the enemy's hands, arranging the escape route is the best choice. "
Li Shimin said, "Where do you think Liu Heita's escape route is?"
"The water route!"
Du Qi answered resolutely and decisively.
Li Shimin, Li Xiaogong, and the others all looked surprised. They never thought that Du Qi would propose such an arrangement. After carefully thinking about it, it was reasonable.
Du Qi continued, "The branch of Mingshui River runs through the entire county from south to north. Because the entrance of the river is fenced, it is difficult for our people to invade. "
Li Xiaogong's eyes lit up, saying, "I understand. We can't get in, but it doesn't mean Liu Heita can't get out. When the time comes, Liu Heita can take down the fence and quickly leave. The most important thing is that the current is turbulent. If Liu Heita leaves by boat, he can leave. So I think this is Liu Heita's escape route. "
Li Shimin heard Du Qi's analysis and immediately understood. After all, Li Shimin also had his own judgment.
He agreed with Du Qi's analysis.
Li Shimin's eyes were sharp, saying, "If Liu Heita is an incompetent person, it is impossible for him to stand until now. Liu Heita certainly has such an escape route. The water route is the most suitable. "
Duan Zhixuan and Liu Hongji also nodded in agreement.
Everyone agreed with Du Qi.
Li Shimin said, "In that case, the plan is set."
"Duan Zhixuan!"
Li Shimin ordered.
"Present!"
Duan Zhixuan immediately replied.
Li Shimin said, "I will give you 2000 infantry and 1000 Mysterious Armor Elite Cavalry to go downstream north of Mingshui City and set up an ambush to stop Liu Heita. As for how to subdue him, you can do as you see fit. I only want results. "
Duan Zhixuan cupped his fist and said, "This general obeys!"
"Reporting!"
Outside the tent, a soldier's voice sounded.
The tent curtain was lifted, and the soldier entered and reported, "Your Highness, His Highness the Crown Prince invites you!"
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