At the end of the Yuan Dynasty, the competition for the deer in the world

Chapter 128 Discuss late at night to attack Jiangdu and recruit [-] sailors to attack Jinling

Late at night.

Gaoyou City General's Mansion.

At this time, elite soldiers of the Sizhou Army were guarding everywhere outside the General's Mansion.

Around the General's Mansion, there are all the figures of Sizhou Army soldiers.

As for why the security was so tight, it was because major matters were being discussed in the general's mansion.

The major issue discussed this time was the matter of attacking Jiangdu City that Yao Guangxiao had proposed to Cheng De earlier.

Those who participated in this discussion included Feng Guoyong, Tang He, Geng Zaicheng, Chang Yuchun, Luo Mao, Yao Guangxiao, Liu Bowen, and Liu Chongwu.

Outside the meeting hall of the General Mansion, Li Xiaoci was guarding to prevent anyone from approaching.

Li Xiaoci took over the previous duties of Liu Chongwu, and as soon as he responded to the relevant requirements, Liu Chongwu has also completed the handover with Li Xiaoci.

The air-conditioning outside is heavy, and there is still a cold wind howling around.

In the conference hall, it was another scene.

The crowd gathered in front of a big charcoal basin, just forming a circle.

The thick wood on the charcoal basin was burning fiercely, and the fire light illuminated the entire hall.

By the light of the fire, all the faces of the people were reflected.

Cheng De sat on the north side, with Luo Mao and Yao Guangxiao on his left and right sides.The rest of them followed Luo Mao or Yao Guangxiao one after another.

With the help of everyone heating up, Cheng De also got a period of time to brew.

It is brewing to discuss the next thing about attacking Jiangdu City.

Jiangdu City is the capital of the emperors of the Six Dynasties and the Eastern Jin Dynasty. It is located in the south of Jiangsu Province and has been attacked many times in history.

Time has passed, but this time, it is his turn for the Sizhou Army to attack Jiangdu City.

Not for anything else, just to divert the plight of food shortage.

By attacking Jiangdu City this time and taking Jiangdu City, the Sizhou Army can get enough food so that they will not be hungry.

The purpose this time is that simple.

But behind the simplicity, there are often many difficulties.

Because everyone came to the meeting hall for a while, Cheng De coughed a few times when everyone's faces were almost flushed by the warmth of the fire.

As Cheng De coughed, everyone turned their attention to Cheng De.

"This time, I have summoned you all, and some even rushed here eight hundred miles in order to discuss a major matter with you."

Seeing the eyes of everyone looking at him closely, Cheng De paused for a moment, then continued to speak: "The so-called major event is to attack Jiangdu City."

At this point, Cheng De can be regarded as discussing important matters for this matter, and set the tone.

As soon as Cheng De's words fell, Feng Guoyong and others' eyes lit up.

Cheng De saw the look of everyone looking forward to the battle, and continued to say: "The purpose of attacking Jiangdu City, I will not go around the corner, in order to alleviate the plight of our Sizhou army's food shortage. And it happened I also heard that Jiangdu City has more food and grass, as long as Jiangdu City is captured, the food shortage of the 15 Sizhou Army will be easily solved."

Except for Luo Mao and Yao Guangxiao, everyone else suddenly realized and thought about it.

Feng Guoyong knew that the general transferred him from Chuzhou City to Gaoyou City, presumably to let him lead the army to fight.

What's more, he rushed here eight hundred miles away, only bringing a hundred soldiers with him.

Tang He and Geng Zaicheng were secretly looking forward to it, hoping that they could make a difference in this attack on Jiangdu City.

Chang Yuchun, on the other hand, was extraordinarily excited, vaguely expecting that he would be the vanguard in attacking Jiangdu this time.

Liu Chongwu's heart was up and down, and he seemed a little restless.

It was the first time he participated in such a meeting.

After he received the general's order to hand over the work at hand to Li Xiaoci, he knew that the general's guard work would probably be out of his reach in the future.

Originally, he was a little worried about being implicated in the previous assassination of the general.

But the general sent someone to greet him in advance, and he knew that the general had another appointment for him.

Although you know it, you know it, but after all, it is the first time you have experienced such a battle.

Before, he was standing outside the gate and guarding.

All of a sudden, the role change has not been adjusted, so he looks uncomfortable and cautious, and he doesn't know where to put his big hands, so he has to stick them neatly in his thighs, sitting upright, and looking nervously at him. To Cheng De.

"As for the attack on Jiangdu, I have discussed with Luo Canjun and Yao Jijiu, and we plan to advance by land and water. I intend to let Feng Guoyong be the general to attack Jiangdu City on the shore. He will lead [-] troops and set off tomorrow morning."

Feng Guoyong immediately stood up when he heard the words, and bowed in response: "This subordinate obeys the order!"

Cheng De waved his hand and said, "Sit down and talk, it doesn't have to be like this."

But Feng Guoyong just listened to it, but didn't really care.

The general can care less, but he won't.

After all, if you don't pay attention to this aspect, if you are rumored to have overstepped yourself, and you are proud of yourself, you will definitely have a hard time going forward.

In Feng Guoyong's view, the details determine the success or failure of things, and also determine the success or failure of the future of life.

Therefore, he is very cautious in this regard.

"In the past two days, I sent people to transfer some food from Baoying City, Hongze City and other places. I intend to let you bring dry food for ten days this time, and strive to win Jiangdu City within ten days." Cheng De solemnly told Feng Guoyong Said.

Feng Guoyong nodded.

After seeing Feng Guoyong listened in, Cheng De continued: "The Battle of Chuzhou, as well as the accumulated military exploits before, this time in front of everyone, let's start rewarding now! Feng Guoyong will be promoted to Ya general. You are the number one general in our Sizhou army. I hope you will fight more victories. Regarding your promotion to be a general, I will send someone to contact Shi Naian in Sizhou City and ask him to publish in the "Sizhou Daily" " published your promotion to Yajiang."

Feng Guoyong replied respectfully: "Yes, thank you for the promotion, General! Feng Guoyong will definitely win Jiangdu City for the General."

Cheng De glanced at Feng Guoyong with satisfaction, nodded his head, and then looked at Tang He, Geng Zaicheng, and Chang Yuchun.

Tang He, Geng Zaicheng, and Chang Yuchun strongly expected Cheng De to name them.

Seeing the hope in the eyes of Tang He and the three of them, Cheng De showed a trace of a smile, and said, "Tang He and Geng Zaicheng, each of you will lead a navy and start from the waterway to attack Jiangdu City."

Tang He and Geng Zaicheng looked happy, and they stood up and bowed their heads respectfully and replied: "Follow the order."

"Both of you, each navy has only 2000 people. It just so happens that the more than 1000 water thieves sent by Li Sanqi have also been sent. You can pick them later and set off at tomorrow's hour." Cheng De told Tang He and Geng became enlightened again.

"Yes." Tang He and Geng Zaicheng were overjoyed.

Chang Yuchun on the side was anxious.

The general mentioned Tang He and Geng Zaicheng, but did not mention his name.

He was a little worried, the general didn't think about him again this time, did he?

However, at this moment.

Cheng De's voice sounded.

"Chang Yuchun, this time, you set off on the waterway with Tang He and Geng Zaicheng, and your position is still a pioneer."

Cheng De's words made Chang Yuchun's heart bursting with joy.

He felt that as long as there was a war, it would be fine.

It doesn't matter whether he is land or water.

So, Chang Yuchun hurriedly bowed and said: "Thank you, General, Chang Yuchun obeyed the order!"

Seeing this, Cheng De looked at Tang He and Geng Zaicheng again, and said, "You two, this time attack Jiangdu City from the waterway, with Tang He as the main force and Geng Zaicheng as the deputy."

Tang He and Geng Zaicheng hurriedly responded, "Yes."

Afterwards, Cheng De set his eyes on Liu Chongwu again, and said slowly: "This time, in order to attack Jiangdu City, we must guard against Zhang Shicheng. Yancheng is restrained by Li Sanqi, and Xinghua City is restrained. There is only one general in Taizhou City to check in, I intend to let you be the general and lead ten thousand troops to check in, are you willing?"

Liu Chongwu showed hesitation, "General, I have never led a soldier before, this"

Cheng De glanced at Liu Chongwu and said, "I know your concerns, that's all right, I'll let Master Liu go with you, what do you think?"

Liu Chongwu glanced at Liu Bowen.

He knew that although Liu Bowen in front of him was not very trusted by the general, he was still very capable.

After thinking about it, Liu Chongwu nodded.

Cheng De told Liu Chongwu: "Containing Taizhou City does not necessarily require a strong attack. How to contain it, you have to think about it yourself at that time. If you encounter difficulties, you can also ask Liu Junshi for advice."

Liu Chongwu nodded heavily.

"You leave tomorrow at the right time." Cheng De looked at Liu Chongwu and added.

"Yes." Liu Chongwu replied.

Liu Bowen also nodded aside.

What he thought in his mind was, what was the intention of the general sending him to follow?
Is it to test his ability?
Or is it simply to help Liu Chongwu hold Taizhou City?

After Cheng De looked around at the crowd, he said, "Luo Canjun and Yao Jijiu stay here, everyone else should go down and have a good rest, and leave tomorrow."

"Yes." Everyone bowed in response.

Afterwards, only Luo Mao, Yao Guangxiao, and Cheng De were left in the entire meeting hall.

Cheng De set his sights on Luo Mao: "I asked you to prepare the ship before, you should be almost ready, right?"

Luo Mao nodded: "My subordinates quickly summoned thousands of shipwrights in Gaoyou City on the condition of taking care of three meals. After two days of overnight rush work, they made some ships, which are completely enough. However, I want to It may take a long time to build that kind of ship."

After hearing this, Cheng De's eyes flashed, "These shipwrights are all staying and working for our Sizhou Army. In addition to taking care of three meals, some money and some food will be distributed every month. Most of these shipwrights It is to support the family, and it is difficult for them to stay sincerely if they only manage three meals."

Luo Mao was taken aback, "General, won't this be too good for them?"

Cheng De laughed and said: "Okay? Maybe! These shipwrights will be of great use in the future. In addition, among these shipwrights, you should carefully select those who have rich experience, or strong hands-on ability, or brains. Be flexible, you keep them all. As for how to keep them, you have to figure out a solution."

"General, this is—" Luo Mao looked at Cheng De suspiciously.

Cheng De replied: "These shipwrights are experienced. After a while, I will let them go to the Sizhou City Academy of Sciences to help bring out a new batch of shipwrights. At the same time, in order to encourage them to improve their original shipbuilding skills, To improve and improve, you can set higher rewards. You go down and think about it carefully, how to do it. When you are done, submit it to me for a look."

Luo Mao heard this and nodded.

"There is another matter. In Gaoyou City, new recruits will be carried out. This time, the recruits are mainly sailors. The number of troops is 5000. Yao Jijiu is in charge of the recruitment. As for the training of sailors, they can be transferred from Huai'an City. Dozens of hundreds of household heads with rich experience in water warfare will come over."

After hearing Cheng De's words, Yao Guangxiao quickly replied: "General, you recruited sailors for—"

Cheng De glanced at Yao Guangxiao, and said calmly this time: "After our Sizhou Army takes Jiangdu City and regains Andong Prefecture from the Yuan Army, it will be time for us to attack Jinling City on Jiqing Road. At present The recruiting of sailors is just to make some preparations in advance for the attack on Jinling City on Jiqing Road."

Yao Guangxiao's eyes brightened immediately, and he burst out with a brilliant look. He said with a smile, "General, please rest assured, this subordinate will definitely help the general to recruit full soldiers. However, the subordinate suggested that it is better for the general to recruit [-] sailors. Since the general wants to If you want to take Jinling City on Jiqing Road, then the Yuan army on Zhenjiang Road will probably have to defend. It is very likely that when the general attacks Jinling City, he will also face the Yuan army on Zhenjiang Road. Therefore , the subordinates feel that the five thousand is not enough."

Cheng De was startled, and he pondered for a moment.

He originally considered issues such as food and money, and thought that only five thousand would be enough.

But what Yao Guangxiao said now is not unreasonable.

The only troublesome thing is that the problem of food and money must be solved as soon as possible.

In order to win Jinling City as soon as possible, he must raise a lot of money and food in a short period of time.

After thinking about it, Cheng De gritted his teeth and decided to agree.

Now that there is a shortage of food and money, he feels that if he tightens his belt now, he should be able to survive.

As long as Jiangdu City is taken down, these are not a problem.

These problems will also be solved.

So, Cheng De looked at Yao Guangxiao and said, "Okay, just recruit [-]."

Yao Guangxiao responded, "Yes."

At this moment, Luo Mao suddenly said: "General, there are many wealthy merchants in Gaoyou City. Among these wealthy merchants, only a very small number of their money is clean, and most of the money in their hands is stained with blood. And , Each of these rich merchants has hoarded a lot of food. The subordinates think that the general can start with these people, and it can also alleviate the problem of money and food for our Sizhou army."

After Cheng De heard it, his heart was moved, and he couldn't help asking: "But, how should I start?"

Luo Mao fell silent, lost in thought.

suddenly.

Yao Guangxiao said: "General, I have thought of a way to deal with these wealthy businessmen."

Cheng De's eyes lit up, but he still had his own persistence. He didn't reply to Yao Guangxiao immediately, but looked at Luo Mao and said, "Have you written down the names of those rich businessmen whose money is stained with blood?"

Luo Mao nodded, "The subordinates have recorded it all, and it has been handed over to the general. Now, it should be at the desk in the general's study!"

Cheng De nodded when he heard the words, "That's good, I hope this time, it's mainly aimed at these people. Don't be affected by other people. After all, those who do business by legitimate means, what they earn Money is accumulated through generations. I don’t want these innocent people to be implicated because of money.”

Luo Mao and Yao Guangxiao nodded in approval.

Then, Cheng De set his eyes on Yao Guangxiao and asked Yao Guangxiao: "What is the solution you mentioned just now?"

Yao Guangxiao said with a smile: "The prosperity of the world is all for profit. The hustle and bustle of the world is for profit. If you want these wealthy businessmen to be willing to pay for it, then our Sizhou Army will have many names."

"For example, to collect a certain amount of tax, the name of the tax can be implemented in a name that they can accept. Of course, there can be more types of tax, and these taxes are aimed at these wealthy businessmen. One In the next year, the tax revenue alone will probably be quite a lot.”

After hearing this, Cheng De smiled and said: "Since Gaoyou City is under the jurisdiction of our Sizhou Army, from now on, the rules of Gaoyou City will be established by our Sizhou Army. Anyone who does not follow this rule, Then, don't blame our Sizhou Army for being rude to them. I will leave this matter to you."

Yao Guangxiao nodded: "Please rest assured, General, I will definitely handle this matter well."

Seeing Yao Guangxiao's hesitation, Cheng De couldn't help asking: "Do you have anything else to say?"

Yao Guangxiao said: "Master Zhang is responsible for the opening of Hong Kong and attracting investment. According to my subordinates, it may be possible to attract investment in Gaoyou City. In this way, our Sizhou Army can accumulate a huge amount of income in a short period of time. Moreover, those wealthy businessmen are willing to accept this approach.”

Cheng De thought for a while, then nodded: "I will write a letter to Zhang Yi to explain this matter. What should I do? At that time, let Zhang Yi come up with a way, or let him send someone to be responsible for the development of Gaoyou City. Hong Kong business promotion."

After hearing this, Yao Guangxiao and Luo Mao nodded.

They all agreed with what the general said.

It's better to leave this kind of thing to professional people than them.

(End of this chapter)