Please, let me be a fool

Chapter 112 Brewing the Grand Canal Project, Song Hongzhi's Battle to Destroy the Nation 【Ask monthly ticket】

Although Gaoyang Kingdom is only a vassal of the Great Wei Dynasty.

In almost every aspect of population, economy, etc., they are far behind.

Take the built city as an example, even after more than 100 years of development, in terms of defense and fortification, it may be much stronger than the grassland tribes, and it is not at the same level as the Great Wei.

That's why, although some ministers disagreed with the imperial court's use of troops against Gaoyang, they did not try their best to oppose it.

What's more, Wei Yunyi appointed Song Hongzhi, such a playboy well-known in the capital, as the commander of Liao Town.

Some people really don't understand it, but they think it's nothing.

After all, they all know the strength of Gao Yangguo.

The soldiers of Liao Town.

Even if it is not as good as the northern border, it is still no problem to deal with Gaoyang country.

Even if you don't have any experience in the army, as long as you stick to Liao Town, there is a way.

For example, when the pressure on the northern border eases.

Even if Gao Yangguo had an idea, he had to obediently choose to negotiate a peace.

But what people didn't expect was that Song Hongzhi would do it directly, and took 800 people with him to the capital of Gaoyang.

Such tactics are simply unexpected.

Especially the news of breaking Licheng made everyone feel incredible.

Li City can be regarded as the economic center of Gaoyang State, with a prominent position, and it is also the only line of defense for the capital, which is very important.

Even now, most of Gao Yang's troops are concentrated in Xuancheng, and the interior is empty, but there are thousands of troops guarding it, but Song Hongzhi broke through, and even the commander was directly beheaded.

No matter how you look at it, it's unbelievable.

But this news was obtained by Liao Zhen in Xuancheng.

It is impossible for the prince of Gaoyang Kingdom to deliberately spread false news, right?
Also mobilize the army to help?
It can be seen from this that Song Hongzhi really succeeded.

But the whole court, whether it is a civil servant or a general, doesn't know how the other party did it.
Of course, their focus now is not these, but after Song Hongzhi left Licheng, the soldiers seem to be pointing directly at Gaopingcheng.

It is indeed a bit exaggerated to say that taking 800 people to break Licheng, but some generals can still understand it, and it is acceptable to adapt to it.

Where is Gaoping City?It is the capital of Gaoyang, and the defensive army will definitely not be less than 1.

Wanting to break through this city under such circumstances is tantamount to cannibalism.

And now Li Zai, the prince of Gaoyang Kingdom, has reacted.

The army is being mobilized for return aid.

Therefore, it is very unrealistic to want to attack Gaoyang City like Li City.

This is only possible unless the 800 people brought by Song Hongzhi are all around the eighth rank in martial arts.

But such elite soldiers may only be raised among the northern garrison.

Practicing martial arts is not that simple.

therefore.

The imperial court did not have any expectations for Song Hongzhi's ability to break through the capital of Gaoyang.

But ideas belong to ideas, there is a fact that everyone must recognize.

That is, this uncle of the small country in the dynasty raided 800 people in three days and took down the important town of Gaoyang Kingdom after the capital. This kind of thing is not something that ordinary people can do.

At least some military generals in the imperial court thought that it would be impossible for them to go by themselves.

In this way, many people's impression of Song Hongzhi has completely changed.

And at the time when the whole court was discussing this battle.

In Jingde Palace.

Wei Yunyi sat on the main seat, his eyes revealed a look of bewilderment.

"How could it be, how could it be like this?" He muttered to himself, until now he couldn't believe the news from Liao Town.

My brother-in-law, with 800 people, rushed directly into the hinterland of Gaoyang country, returning those important towns second only to the capital.

But he only has 800 people on hand, and he doesn't even have much experience in the army.

In the end is how to do this ah?
Too exaggerated, right?
Suddenly.

Wei Yunyi felt that my brother-in-law should not be named Song, but change his surname to Huo directly.

You know, the purpose of letting the other party be the commander of Liao Town was to prolong the time of the war.

But now it's a good thing, the opponent has directly penetrated Gao Yangguo's heart, and the situation of the war has begun to reverse.

At that time, if my brother-in-law breaks through Gaoping City, the battle will be over immediately.
"Your Majesty." At this time, Zhao Lingying came over with a bowl of ginseng soup, and said with a smile: "The concubine said before that it might be a good thing for Uncle Xiaoguo to take 800 people deep into the enemy's rear. From now on, it seems that Gaoyang Country will definitely be in disarray."

At first, when she received the news, she was also shocked.

Because he never thought that Song Hongzhi would have such courage.

With 800 people in hand, you dare to go directly behind the enemy.

This move can be said to be extremely risky.

But what shocked Zhao Lingying was that the other party actually broke through Licheng.

Such a record cannot be described in ordinary language.

all the time.

She was suspicious of Song Hongzhi.

He felt that the other party was just a stunned young man, completely incapable of being the commander of Liao Town.

Not to mention leading the battle between the imperial court and Gaoyang Kingdom.

But since knowing the news.

Zhao Lingying was shocked, and felt that this uncle Xiaoguo couldn't look at it according to common sense, as if he brought 800 people into the hinterland of Gaoyang country this time, an ordinary person would definitely not dare to do so.

After all, such a thing as a war involves too much, and you have to take into account the soldiers under your command, as well as the consequences of losing.

Just like my own father, he always strives for victory in a steady state and will not reveal the facts.

But the other party not only broke this routine.

It's doing very well.

How can you not admire?
"Aifei, you said Song Hongzhi, can you break through Gaoping City?" Wei Yunyi felt a little sour when he heard the other party's words.

But it was too late to say anything now, the only thing he wanted to know was whether his brother-in-law could break Gaoping City.

Because if the other party really achieved this, then the entire Gaoyang Kingdom would be almost wiped out in half.

In this way, I don't know how much luck will skyrocket
to be frank.

Wei Yunyi really doesn't know much about military affairs.

Even if the situation is clear, it is difficult to analyze the final result.

Coincidentally, Concubine Ying's father is Marquis of Shenwu, so she must know more about this than I do, so I want to hear her opinion.

After all, he is really scared now, and my brother-in-law really did it.

"Breaking Gaoping City?" Zhao Lingying heard the words, thought for a while, and then said: "Uncle Xiaoguo only has 800 people in his hands now. Even if they are elite soldiers, they have already experienced the battle of Licheng. I am afraid they will be damaged. We need to Let's take a rest, and Licheng is six or seven hundred miles away from the capital of Gaoyang, even if we make it there, I'm afraid we won't be able to start a battle right away."

"Of course, there is another point. Gaoping City is the capital of the country after all. In terms of defensive capabilities, it must be much stronger than Li City. At least no less than [-] troops are stationed. Therefore, it is almost impossible to break through the capital of Gaoyang."

Having said that, she looked at Wei Yunyi and said with a smile: "But I feel that your Majesty's request should not be too high."

At this moment, in Zhao Lingying's eyes, His Majesty is still not satisfied with the results of Song Hongzhi's trip.

It's just that the second most important city of Gaoyang Kingdom has been breached.

It seems that in terms of situation, there is not much difference.

After all, the army of Gaoyang Kingdom is still there.

And this battle.

What matters is the majesty of the entire Great Wei, and the opponent must pay the price in blood.

Only in this way can the kingdoms be declared that the Great Wei cannot be humiliated.

But obviously, Uncle Xiao Guo has not done this yet.

He thought that if he could defeat Gaoyang Kingdom, that would be a real victory.

Otherwise, why would His Majesty ask the other party to ask such a sentence?
It's just that Zhao Lingying thinks so.

Breaking through Licheng is already considered okay, at least it will mess up the garrison in Xuancheng and disrupt their plans.

Moreover, it was Song Hongzhi's first time leading an army on the battlefield, and these achievements were already better than many generals in the imperial court.

So at this moment, she felt that she had to say something.

"Oh, is it?"

Next to him, Wei Yunyi's eyes lit up when he heard these words.

He was really afraid of his brother-in-law, and he really broke through the Gaoyang Kingdom, and then captured the Gaoyang royal family alive.

But after hearing Zhao Lingying's analysis, she immediately felt relieved.Because what the other party said is not unreasonable, no matter how weak Gao Yang is, it is still a country, how could it be possible to destroy the city with only 800 people?

Besides, my brother-in-law's actions have already been known by the enemy. Under this situation, can the attack on Licheng be as smooth as before?

Although the current situation is not what Wei Yunyi wants, but after thinking about it for a while, he thinks it is acceptable.

It is the army of Gaoyang Kingdom, which has not suffered any losses.

Definitely still have the power to fight.

As long as my brother-in-law doesn't take down Gaoping City, the war is not over yet, and there is still room for redemption.

At this point in his thoughts, Wei Yunyi was not as nervous as before, and immediately heaved a sigh of relief, saying: "Well, attacking Gaoping City is too risky, and uncle Xiaoguo would not be so impulsive, even if he doesn't think about himself, he still needs to think about it." 800 people under him."

"However, Ai Fei is right. Uncle Xiao Guo's battle was indeed beyond expectations, and he achieved a result that no one expected."

"No matter how you say it, it is considered a meritorious service. After he comes back, I will reward him well!"

That being said.

But the rewards are just talking.

Because he knows very well that if the situation is true and the opponent continues to fight, God knows what will happen.

So what Wei Yunyi was considering was to return to Liao Town after his brother-in-law was unable to break through Gaoping City.

He directly recalled the other party to the capital.

Then suspend sending troops to Gaoyang country.

After all, there are not many days until the month-end settlement.

After finally waiting for the gentry in the south of the Yangtze River to make trouble, they weakened the luck of the Great Wei for themselves.

It would be really sad if my brother-in-law disrupted the plan at this time.

"Your Majesty is wise."

Naturally, Zhao Lingying has no objection, rewards for meritorious service, this is the ancestral system of the Great Wei.

Immediately, she paused, and continued: "Then, Your Majesty, what if we don't let the Empress know about this?"

Regardless of the fact that the former dynasty is now full of discussions, but no one in the harem dared to speak more about the news of Song Hongzhi's galloping attack.

Everyone knows that the empress is weak, and now that she has an heir, she can't stand the stimulation.

Otherwise, if something happens.

No one can afford it.

But now that a victory has been won, the situation is completely different.

But Wei Yunyi shook his head lightly, and continued: "It's better not to tell the queen yet, wait until Uncle Xiaoguo returns safely."

After all, it's not over yet, and victory doesn't mean safety. If you say it, it will undoubtedly make the other party still worry.

The best way now is to continue to hide and don't say too much.

Zhao Lingying also nodded.

Just like when my father went to war, even though he returned safely every time, my mother was always worried.Only when you see people, will you let your heart go.

For the sake of the emperor's heir and the queen's body, it should indeed be kept secret.

"Okay, Aifei, you can continue to deal with the memorial."

Wei Yunyi stood up, and said, "I want to go to the alchemy room."

The Dahuandan will be successfully refined in the next few days, so it needs to be properly paid attention to.

But in fact, he also knew very well in his heart that if he only relied on pills, the improvement of his strength would definitely be limited.

It is still necessary to rely on the Hunjun value obtained after the system is settled, and come to the mall to buy various items.

Judging from the current situation, although the gentry in the south of the Yangtze River have already made trouble, there are good news from the northern border and Liao Town, which will definitely offset the weakened luck.

At this moment, Wei Yunyi already had a premonition that the settlement this time is very likely to increase.

Therefore, I have to think of other ways to greatly reduce the luck of the Great Wei.

Relying only on treacherous ministers, and the actions of the emperor himself.

It must be useless.

so now.

He was thinking about whether to take out such things as building wonders, building large-scale construction projects, and the Grand Canal.

Especially the Grand Canal, known as the merits of the present, the benefits of the future.And the point is this Qianqiu.

Because digging a canal requires a lot of manpower, material resources, and money.

And this move seems to be very beneficial to future development.

But in the early stage, it consumes a lot of national power.

Especially in the case of stepping up the project, even a prosperous dynasty can't bear it.

Of course, the reason why Wei Yunyi didn't think about it at the beginning was because doing this would be a very serious burden on the people, and it could be said to be a waste of money.

But the problem now is that the national luck is rising more and more each time.

If this goes on like this, I am afraid that within a few years, the immortal will come to the world.

It has to be real.

of course.

Wei Yunyi knew about the Grand Canal, so he needed to think about it.

How can the national power be consumed without burdening the people.

It's just that he is very clear that it is indeed very difficult to complete this move.

I am such a fool.

It's harder than an emperor through the ages.

Sighing, Wei Yunyi didn't continue to think, but left Jingde Palace on his own, and went to the alchemy room.

In the back, Zhao Lingying bowed and saw them off.

"Your Majesty, this Little Uncle Guo seems to be much more powerful than we imagined." At this time, Cui Guo walked forward, still with a look of surprise on his face.

Before entering the palace, she had heard about Song Hongzhi's deeds, and he was a proper dude of the capital.

Mingming Song Gongwen was just a small Dali Temple Shaoqing at that time.

Uncle Xiaoguo dares to look down on this and that.

The children of all the families in the capital were all troubled by him.

later.

Song Hongzhi entered the palace and became a royal guard.

There is one less dude on the streets of the capital, and it is much more stable than before.

Everyone believed that this Xiaoguo uncle would stay in the imperial camp forever and become an unknown imperial guard.

But what I didn't expect was that His Majesty actually entrusted him with an important task, and asked him to be the commander of Liao Town to lead the battle between the imperial court and Gaoyang Kingdom.

At that time, the whole court, especially the generals, were all against it.

I think His Majesty's move is too hasty.

After all, this is the uncle of Xiaoguo.

In addition to the experience in the imperial camp, he has only joined the army for more than a month, how can he take on such a heavy responsibility?

until the recent news
Even Cui Guo was shocked, it was unbelievable.

So after waiting for Wei Yunyi to leave, he expressed such emotion.

"Song Hongzhi's actions did exceed my expectations." Zhao Lingying also nodded, but then said: "But I think, in fact, all of this is within His Majesty's expectations."

"Everyone is not optimistic about this Uncle Xiaoguo, but Your Majesty has strong confidence in him. What does this mean?"

"It means that only His Majesty has seen Song Hongzhi's military talents."

After a pause, she continued, "It's like when His Majesty discovered Song Gongwen."

At this moment, in Zhao Lingying's eyes.

His majesty's discerning vision is simply terrifying.

Others don't like it, but in His Majesty's hands, it can display its true talent.

Just like the Song family father and son.

Originally, although the Song family had the status of a relative of the emperor, it was not conspicuous in the capital, but now because of His Majesty's promotion, a cabinet minister and a Liao town commander are directly counted as the next step to the sky up.

So at this time, Zhao Lingying said: "I'm afraid that in the near future, this Song family will become an existence that cannot be ignored in the court."

"Can't be ignored?" Cuiguo next to her was startled when she heard this, and couldn't help saying: "In that case, will His Majesty not rely on the Marquis Mansion as much as before?"

She also thought of a problem, that is, there is Song Gongwen in the imperial court, and as the second assistant of the cabinet, he can take charge of the government.

And the military now has another Song Hongzhi, a rising general.

If the Shenwuhou Mansion can ignore the political affairs.

But not in the military.

After all, the former emperors of all dynasties relied on the Shenwuhou Mansion.

Now, with Song Hongzhi, part of the military power will surely be allocated in the future.

If this continues, the influence of the Hou Mansion in the military will be greatly weakened, and it may not be long before it loses its previous aloof status.

"Where did you see that His Majesty has always relied heavily on the Marquis?" Zhao Lingying smiled at this moment, and continued: "I told you before that it is best for Your Majesty to balance the power of the court's relatives and promote the Song family. s Choice."

"Now that the Song family father and son have lived up to His Majesty's expectations, that will be the end."

"Especially for Song Hongzhi, it would be the best if he could gain some military power in the future. In this way, my Marquis Mansion can safely retreat to the second line, and without the status in the army as before, His Majesty will definitely not do it again." Choosing to suppress the Hou Mansion is a good thing for my father."

In his eyes, military power is indeed very important, but if it reaches a certain level, it will not work.

Especially after threatening the court and His Majesty, he will definitely be liquidated.

But now, if someone shares it, it won't become a worry.

My father will surely be able to spend his old age in peace.

A marquis of great merit.

Wouldn't it be a good thing to be able to retire safely?

At this moment, Zhao Lingying thought for a while, and continued: "Besides, Your Majesty is actually good to my Zhao family. Just like before, my brother should have been punished by military law because of the defeat in the northern border war. Leading the army, this is His Majesty's kindness."

"Of course this servant knows." Cui Guo said: "But the general is the commander-in-chief of the navy. In the imperial court, the status of the navy is not as good as that of the general border garrison. Moreover, the general has been staying in the grassland before, and suddenly went to the sea. State, I am afraid that it will be difficult for a while."

"If something goes wrong again, His Majesty will definitely be angry."

From Cuiguo's point of view.

The status of the navy is only stronger than that of the general garrisons in various places.

Although he is also a leader, there is no way to compare with before.

Another point is that they are afraid of their own generals, unable to lead the navy well, and then problems arise.

Your Majesty may tolerate the first time, but what about the second time?Even if His Majesty doesn't say anything, what about the court ministers?
At that time, with the decline of the status of the Hou Mansion, there will definitely be problems.

"Will not."

But at this time, Zhao Lingying shook her head and continued: "Don't you remember, did you bring a letter from your brother from home a few days ago? My brother said that everything is fine in Haizhou now, but he found water There are many problems with the navy, so plans have been made to start training and reforming the navy."

"I know my brother. He has always had expectations for the sea, but his father didn't allow it before, so he has always buried it in his heart."

"Now that I have reached the place I most want to go, I will definitely put all my thoughts into it. Although I don't know how far brother can do it, what we can do is to trust him."

Having said that, she was a little emotional.

Although I didn't see my elder brother himself, I could see the other party's lofty sentiments from between the lines.

Just like when I was a child, when my elder brother was explaining the charts to himself, he was so high-spirited.

In addition, Zhao Lingying knew very well that the opponent was not without military talent.

Just like himself, his mind was suppressed by his father.

Now focus on doing one thing wholeheartedly.

Definitely can do better.

Cuiguo next to her felt relieved immediately after hearing these words.

She came from the Hou Mansion, so naturally she would think of the Hou Mansion in everything. Now that she heard Zhao Lingying's words, she knew that even if the status of the Hou Mansion declined in the future, because of the general's presence, she would definitely be valued by the court.

I understand that my previous worries are all superfluous.

As for Zhao Lingying, she looked towards the palace gate and said softly, "Now it's up to Song Hongzhi."

That's right, what she's looking forward to now is that Song Hongzhi can win and grow up in this battle.

Not only because this battle is related to the majesty of Wei, but more importantly, if the court can get a general at this time, it is still so young.

It happened that my father was already old, even with martial arts cultivation, he lived longer than ordinary people.

But as a daughter, she didn't want her father to continue to fight at such an old age.

If Song Hongzhi grows up.

That must also be able to share some pressure for the other party.

"Uncle Xiaoguo?" Cuiguo was slightly puzzled after hearing these words.

But soon, he understood what his mistress was thinking, and said immediately: "Miss, do you think, to what extent can Uncle Xiaoguo do this time, is it really impossible to break through the capital of Gaoyang?"

She had also been listening to the conversation between Zhao Lingying and Wei Yunyi before.

So I was a little curious about what the other party could do in this battle.

Is it really impossible to break through the capital of Gaoyang and win a complete victory?
At this time, Zhao Lingying continued: "In my opinion, after Song Hongzhi breaks through Licheng this time, he will try to attack the capital of Gaoyang, but it is easy to fail, but it is nothing to him, because it is just Just a try."

"After his failure, he will not insist on staying in the territory of Gaoyang Kingdom, because the food and salary brought by 800 people is definitely not enough, so he will choose to turn back, return to the territory of Liao Town, and then take a rest."

"Although it seems that this battle did not achieve much results, it completely disrupted Gaoyang Kingdom's deployment."

"And this is the safest and most likely way."

Song Hongzhi led 800 people.

Like a sharp knife, it pierces the interior of Gaoyang Kingdom.

It will definitely cause people to panic, so they dare not continue to face the Wei army face to face.

Because she has already suffered a loss, she will be more careful, at least in Zhao Lingying's opinion.

She felt that the strategic purpose of this battle had been fully achieved.

Probably after.

Gao Yangguo would definitely not dare to continue to place all the troops in Xuancheng, but as long as there are fewer troops in Xuancheng, the pressure on Liaozhen will definitely be relieved a lot.

Not to mention anything else, at least for the next two or three months, he, Gao Yangguo, would not dare to act rashly.

But during this time, his father should have won a big victory over the northern border.

At that time.

The imperial court can really free up its hands to deal with Gao Yangguo.

In this way, all problems can be easily solved.

Gaoyang is a small country, and the troops of Liaozhen are difficult to deal with, but what about the entire Liaodong region, or even the garrison from the northern border?
Therefore, Zhao Lingying concluded that after Song Hongzhi won this battle, he would definitely return to Liao Town, and then plan the next step.

At this moment, within the territory of Gaoyang Kingdom.

In an unknown valley.

It was dusk, and the sun was setting, and the entire valley was dyed blood red.

In the valley, there were hundreds of people resting and taking out fodder and water to feed their horses.

But Song Hongzhi sat aside, holding a map in his hand.

Seems to be planning something.

Not far away, the lieutenant who had been following him before was also staring at his coach, with admiration and disbelief in his eyes.

Because of what he experienced during the long-distance raid in the past few days, he, who has been in the army for many years, was deeply shocked.

He found that his young coach, who was only 17 years old, was simply a god!
Logically speaking, if a general general enters the enemy's area.

No matter how clearly you remember the route.

But because I am not familiar with the road, I will definitely stop from time to time to confirm the direction.

But what about the coach?From entering Gaoyang country, there was almost no stop along the way, and he never asked for directions. He just ran wildly like this, but he could find the right way every time, as if he knew everything clearly.

What was even more frightening was that he could always find a source of water. For three whole days, not only himself, but even his soldiers never worried about running out of water.

In this way, he ran all the way for seven hundred miles, not only successfully broke through Licheng, but also solved the problem of food and grass.

So the lieutenant general was not only shocked, but also felt the military routines he had learned over the years.

It seems to be used on the other party, and it doesn't work at all.

too strong!
"Mr. Chen."

At this time, Song Hongzhi suddenly put away the map in his hand, and asked, "How is the team resting?"

Chen Xian, that is the name of the lieutenant general.

After hearing the question, the lieutenant came over without any hesitation, and said, "It's almost there, the horses have been fed, and the soldiers have recovered their strength after a short rest."

"General, are you ready to leave for Gaoping City?"

Originally, he was very excited about attacking the capital of Gaoyang.

But think about it, I think the chances of success are not very high.

Now, he is already full of admiration for Uncle Xiao Guo in front of him, and he no longer has any doubts.

So I feel that the other party summoned me, and he must be going straight to Gaoping City.

"No, the time is not yet ripe."

But at this time, Song Hongzhi said: "When we attacked Licheng before, the effect was quite good because of surprise, but after this incident, Gaopingcheng must have been alerted. It is almost impossible to do it again."

"Besides, some of our soldiers were also damaged due to the battle of Licheng, so don't act recklessly."

"Is the time ripe?"

Deputy General Chen was taken aback, and immediately continued: "But General, didn't you say last time that we came out this time to directly take the capital of Gaoyang?"

Although some of the 700 soldiers under him were lost, there are still more than [-] soldiers.

In terms of combat power, there will be no problem at all.

Although Gaoping City is stronger than Li City, but as long as the action is fast, it is still possible to succeed.

Song Hongzhi thought for a while, and continued: "The 800 people under our command are all elite soldiers selected from Liao Town. The loss of nearly a hundred people is already a considerable loss."

"Furthermore, what this general said was that the time was not yet ripe, not that he would not attack Gaoping City."

As soon as these words came out, Vice General Chen became even more confused.

Don't hit Gaoping City.

Where should I go?
Soon, Song Hongzhi spoke again: "Although we fought this battle quickly, Li Zai must have gotten the news by now, and he will definitely send troops back to help, and will try his best to block our retreat. Under such circumstances, it is best not to take any chances."

"And even if Gaoping City was broken, at most they captured the royal family of Gaoyang. The army in their hands did not suffer any losses, and they still had the strength to fight. Even if they failed, they just chose to surrender in the end and continue to pay tribute.

"But this is not the purpose of this general, because the price is still too small for them. So what this general is going to do is a real war of destroying the country. It is to let all the territory of Gaoyang Kingdom belong to In my Great Wei, expand the territory of my Great Wei!"

"It's not enough to just attack a country. Not only do we have to defeat Gao Yang, but we also have to break their backbones. We also need to let all the countries know that they dare to provoke the end of our Great Wei Dynasty."

"So this battle, we want to fight a war of destroying the country!"
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ps: Typos should be corrected first
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