Aspirations for Nation and Beauty: Chapter 67: Chaos in chaos
Turn around abruptly and walk two steps closer to the wall tightly covered by light green velvet curtains. The location map is presented in front of the generals.
"Let's take a look, where is our Jiujiang? There is Huanggang in the west, Jinzhong in the northwest, Zhongzhou, the imperial capital in the north, Anqing in the south, and Huzhou, the largest granary in Jiangnan County, in the east. Right now, Situ Tai's army has already controlled the entire Donghai County. Among the three prefectures in the south of the East China Sea, Luyang is a stronghold for Situ Tai to threaten the imperial capital, and Jinling is the focus of Situ Tai's army's control. According to intelligence reports, the army in Jinling City has reached a legion , I judge that once Situ Tai integrates the forces in the East China Sea, he will definitely go south to the south of the Yangtze River; and Situ Biao in the south of us has not been idle in the past few months, except actively win over the gentry in the three grain-producing regions of Anqing, Yueyang and Wenning In addition, the military action is also very big. In addition to wantonly expanding the army, it is also stepping up efforts to integrate the navy. The waterways in the Jiangnan area of Wuhu and Jiangnan are vertical and horizontal, and the mobility and concealment of the navy are far stronger than that of the infantry. It seems that he will not only stay in the current territory of the three prefectures, it is still hard to say where his goal will be."
Before Cheng Dayou finished speaking, someone asked immediately, "Your Excellency, you mean that Situ Biao will attack us?"
Another person immediately denied: "This is impossible. We have surrendered to the empire now. Situ Biao should be standing in the same trench as us. How dare he attack us? What's more, although we are in the south and north of Anqing There is a flat river, but the strategically important Xunyang Town in between is under our control, if Situ Biao wants to attack us, he will have to pay a considerable price."
Not to be outdone, the questioner immediately retorted: "That's not necessarily true. Your lord once said that we and our surrounding areas are based on the relationship of interests. There are no allies or friends to speak of. Anything can happen. As for Xunyang’s key location, it’s just a tactical problem, and it can be overcome as long as you find a way.”
The other person wanted to fight again, and Cheng Dayou waved his hand to stop the dispute between the two, "I'm not sure what Situ Biao's plans are now, but it should not be aimed at us. Although he has attacks Our possibility, but if everyone thinks about it, if he really wants to attack us, not only is he wronged in righteousness, but also our current military strength needs to be weighed, whether this piece of cake will bite the teeth. The most likely is Attack the Machihans west, or..."
Cheng Dayou hesitated for a moment before continuing: "Go east to Jinhua or Huzhou!"
After the room was silent for a while, a general stammered and asked, "Your Excellency, you mean that Situ Biao will attack Situ Yuan?! This seems unlikely, right?"
"Nothing is impossible! Situ Biao can't handle Maqihan people now. Situ Jun is now crowded with hundreds of thousands of horses in Huanggang Mansion. He can only stare at him. Let's control this strategically important Xunyangji If he wants to commit a crime in the north, he will pay a higher price, and Huzhou and Jinhua to the east are the largest grain producing areas in the south of the Yangtze River. From the perspective of geological environment, these two prefectures should actually belong to the same large alluvial plain as the five prefectures of Wuhu County .Look at the current grain price, it has reached the sky, and the drought is still expanding. If this continues, I don’t know where the grain price will rise in September. Let’s look at Huzhou and Jinhua in the east Huzhou is moistened by Taihu Lake. Even if the drought is severe, the area around Taihu Lake will not be affected too much. However, Jinhua has Fuchun River and Qiandao Lake. The situation is similar to Huzhou. These rich places have food shortages in the entire middle mainland. How important the time will be, do you think Situ Biao will be tempted?" Speaking of this, even Cheng Dayou couldn't help smacking his lips, as if he was tasting the fat taste of that fat land.
At this time, the generals slowly came to their senses and turned their attention to the east. Since Situ Biao dared to make a move, why didn't he dare to make a move on his side?
"The folk customs in the south of the Yangtze River are weak, and the combat effectiveness of the army has always been low. Even the Seventh Legion, which has always been ranked among the original seven legions of the empire, can hardly match the combat effectiveness of some independent divisions in the north and west of the empire, let alone compete with Compared with the First and Second Legions, which have always been in the forefront of the imperial army's combat effectiveness, I judge that once Situ Tai goes south, it may be difficult for Situ Yuan's military strength alone to resist, and maybe the Milanese will also intervene. Since even the Milanese are It is possible to intervene, but Situ Biao is sure that there will be no descendants, so why do we still stick to Jiujiang in a daze?" Cheng Dayou's eyes were full of greed. There is no need to worry about floods and droughts at all. Taihu Lake is a natural regulating valve. When floods come, the lake can accommodate excess floods. When droughts come, the water level of the lake exceeds the surrounding rivers and canals, and the lake water can feed back to the surrounding areas. This is the best place. , and now there is such a good opportunity, if I, Cheng Dayou, don't take it, I will not live up to the grace of God, and I will be punished by God."
The provocative words deeply attracted all the generals including his own financial officer. If Huzhou can really be included in the bag, then Jiujiang will not be an isolated island, and it will be successful. Huzhou is not only a major food producing area, but also has a well-developed industry and commerce within its jurisdiction, and its fiscal and tax revenue far exceeds that of Jiujiang. It is extremely important both in terms of strategic position and economic significance. Meaning, once it is connected with Jiujiang, the strategic situation of one's own side will definitely be greatly improved, and the expansion space and influence will also be greatly extended.
"But my lord, have you ever thought about it? If we really go east to Huzhou, although we can borrow a name to prevent Situ Tai from occupying Huzhou, it will directly conflict with Situ Tai's interests. Situ Tai's military strength Don’t underestimate it, although we are not afraid, we still need to be careful.” Another subordinate tactfully expressed his concern.
"There is no three, two or three, dare not go to Liangshan! Situ Tai is a strong man, but are we cowards? There is no benefit in the world that can be obtained without taking risks. If you want to eat Huzhou, you need Paying the price of blood. A battle with Situ Tai is inevitable, but I think if we can show our strength in the first battle and let Situ Tai feel our strength, he may consider his main attack direction. In addition, I estimate that the number of Situ Tai's southward army this time is between five divisions and seven divisions, and I judge that once Situ Yuan can't resist him, the Milanese will definitely send troops in the shortest time. When the two powerhouses meet, our pressure will be much less. Of course, this is just my opinion and guess, but I think this risk is worth taking!"
It must be said that Cheng Dayou's deduction is full of many conjectures. Once a war breaks out, many things are not as simple and simple as imagined, but his last sentence is right. Some risks are worth taking. Life is what it is. A gamble, the result of winning or losing can often change the life of many people.
Cheng Dayou's analysis convinced all his subordinates that the image of a long-term plan has taken root in the minds of a group of subordinates, and the huge temptation of interests also made them feel that this excellent opportunity must not be lost. All the assigned work was carried out in an orderly manner, and two independent divisions were formed in the name of the Fifth and Sixth Independent Divisions of the Southern Military Region. Cheng Dayou even proposed to the local chamber of commerce that he would take control of Jiujiang in the name of defending Jiujiang. The flattered merchants collected the loan amount of two million gold coins proposed by Cheng Dayou within two days, and the chairman of the chamber of commerce sent it to the Chengshou Mansion in person.
Just as Cheng Dayou was planning to participate in the upcoming Southeast War ~IndoMTL.com~ The other protagonist who was supposed to be the Southeast War was also busy, but it seems that this time, he did not want to participate in this In a great battle that concerns the fate of the Tanghe Empire.
Some thin middle-aged men carefully read a stack of papers on the desk. The star marks on the top of the paper indicated the confidentiality and urgency of the information. Wrinkled together, sometimes stretched out, the slightly gray temples made the young woman who came in quietly to offer a bowl of bird's nest a little sad.
"My lord, let's eat supper first. This is the golden silk blood bird's nest specially sent by King Khan to the princess. It is very beneficial to the body. Eat it and watch."
"Well, got it, put it down. I'll eat later." Without raising his head, the middle-aged man's eyes were still fixed on the letter in his hand. Increase, the garrison has reached three divisions, and there are signs of increase. What does this Situ Biao want to do? Does it mean that he still wants to counterattack?"
The middle-aged man muttered to himself somewhat puzzled, this guy Situ Biao has been expanding his army and preparing for war these days, but Baling already has three regiments stationed on his side, and there is Ya Ning in command, even if his navy It is dominant, but it is unlikely to conquer Baling City, but it is even more impossible to counterattack his own hinterland. Situ Biao has endured for a long time, and he will not see clearly the joints in the middle. Then he plans What are you doing?
With doubts, the middle-aged man then put down this letter, and the next letter was obviously written in the same handwriting: "Situ Biao seems to have the intention of making peace, and has sent an envoy to Sanglin City. His purpose is unknown. .”
"The meaning of making peace? Is Situ Biao willing to give up Baling?" The middle-aged man became even more confused and shook his head subconsciously.