Three Kingdoms: Prosper Han from the beginning of brushing favorability

Chapter 314 Northern Expedition!Northern Expedition!
According to statistics from Shangshutai, there are currently about 18 soldiers and horses that can be mobilized throughout Jihan.

The ability to have such an army was entirely due to the reversal of the Battle of Jingzhou.

Not only did the Jingzhou Army survive, but the remaining veterans quickly built up a team, and also absorbed Cao Wei's 3 surrendered veterans.

It is also due to the prosperity of Jingzhou that there is sufficient food production, coupled with supplementary side industries such as fishing and hunting, to be able to support such a large army.

Among the 18 troops, Jingzhou still has 2 soldiers who can fight after excluding the 5 people left behind in various places.

Moreover, these 5 people have the foundation of the veterans from Jingzhou and the prisoners of Soochow who finally surrendered. After diligent training, they can now form formations to kill the enemy ashore and launch arrows into the water to join forces.

In addition, the imitated Soochow warships that broke through technical barriers have now reached a large scale and are even more powerful.

Looking at the world, this Jingzhou army can also be called elite.Especially in terrain environments full of rivers, it can exert its power in amphibious operations.

News traveled down the Yangtze River very quickly. Liu Bei's army was marching towards Hanzhong, but before it arrived, Guan Yu had already received an order to wait for an opportunity to dispatch troops.

"This time, Guan must avenge his previous humiliation, defeat Xiangfan, and capture Cao Ren!"

After receiving the imperial edict and seeing off the envoy, Guan Yu narrowed his eyes slightly and stroked his long beard.

"Defense along the river must not be slackened, and ships coming and going must be strictly inspected. Although Soochow has renewed its alliance with us, Sun Quan has no faith at all, and the incident of crossing the river in white must not be repeated."

Guan Ping, who was already showing the air of a general, clasped his fists and said, "Don't worry, father, the defense officers along the river will personally patrol every day. The soldiers will not slack off for a moment such as changing defenses and checking passing ships."

The gray-bearded Guan Erye is still full of confidence, but his confidence at this time is more cautious than in the past.

There is quite a bit of strategic contempt for the enemy and tactical emphasis on the enemy.

And this is what Liu Chan often said to him when he persuaded him before.

"Yes. Hao Shijun, is Jiangling City still peaceful? Is there any detailed communication?" Guan Yu said in a gentle tone and turned to Hao Pu, the prefect of Nanjun who had cooperated tacitly since his transfer.

Hao Pu raised his hands and said, "Don't worry, general. Pu has already arranged for government officials and county soldiers to conduct strict checks on the traffickers, soldiers, refugees and scribes entering and leaving Jiangling."

Then he smiled and said: "If you work carefully, of course there are still some. However, in Jiangling City, the people of Zhao's firm are well-informed and pervasive. In addition, with the manpower arranged by our county government, they have uncovered many people who are secretly communicating with Cao Wei. .

"Not only Cao Wei, but also people from Soochow have sneaked in recently, but we haven't touched them yet. I'm afraid these people don't know yet. They usually deliver news and inquire about spies, but they are all under our noses. .Hahaha."

Guan Ping was a little puzzled: "Hao Shijun, why didn't you arrest them all and throw them into prison? If it is going to hinder the alliance, it would be better to send them back."

Hao Pu smiled and shook his head: "Major General, what you said is wrong. If we occupy the upper reaches of the Yangtze River, it will be like a sharp sword on Soochow's head, which will definitely make Sun Quan and others uncomfortable in their dormitories.

"Although the alliance is restored now, the friendship is hard to return. The morale of our army is at a high level. I guess the people in Jiangdong are afraid that we will take the opportunity to go down the river and divide the Soochow territory with Cao Wei."

"Hmph!" Guan Ping felt angry when he mentioned this, "It's hard to regain friendship? It's not all the good deeds done by his Jiangdong rat!"

"Haha, having said that, we should still focus on the overall situation now." Hao Pu said with a smile, "At this time, Sun Quan must be very concerned about our actions, and he will make many connections at the slightest sign of trouble.

"If we arrest or send him back to Jiangdong for further investigation at this time, it will definitely make Sun Quan wary. If he does something unwise again... I'm afraid it will affect His Majesty's Northern Expedition plan.

"It's better to let them move around in the city for the time being and put them under surveillance. Anyway, we have prepared all the news they can get."

"Hahaha." Guan Yu laughed while stroking his beard and nodded repeatedly: "Yes, Hao Shijun is still thoughtful. My son needs to take a longer-term view when doing things in the future."

"Yes." Guan Ping nodded with conviction and raised his hand to Hao Pu, "Guan Ping has learned a lesson."

Hao Pu quickly returned the greeting: "Major General, your words are serious."

Guan Yu stepped forward and held Hao Pu's hand cordially, and said earnestly: "Since working with Shijun, Yu has known what it means to be like a fish in water! Now that God has given you a good opportunity, when Yu leads his army northward, it will be convenient for the Empress of Jingzhou to hand over to Shijun!" "

Hao Pu was conscientious in his work. Not only was he not like Mi Fang who enriched himself by stealing military resources, but he responded to Guan Yu's almost every request.

There was not enough military spending, not enough military rations, not enough wood... Hao Pu could always calculate carefully and finally found a way to meet Guan Yu's needs.

Compared with the past, the Jingzhou Army seemed to be soaked in a honey pot.The rate of increase in Guan Yu's white hair is on a downward trend. Talking about the equipment and treatment of generals at all levels, even ordinary soldiers can clearly feel that the food is much better than in the past.

Although it can't be compared with those under the prince's command, at least it is no longer like half of the past.

Even last year during the winter, the soldiers distributed rush-made winter coats.

In this world, they dare not ask for more. They train hard and their morale has greatly increased. It must be said that it is also directly related to the improvement of logistics.

Hao Pu said seriously: "General Guan, don't worry, but there are variables. Pu, I swear to live and die with the soldiers and people of Jiangling!"

Guan Yu said nothing and shook his hand heavily.

"On the day when Wei and Wu fight, that's when we will attack Xiangfan again!"

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Liu Chan and the soldiers of the Red Star Army had walked the road to Hanzhong several times and were quite familiar with it.

During the march, he did not stay with his father Liu Bei, but insisted on walking, eating and sleeping with the Red Star soldiers.

This is not a temporary show, Liu Chan does this every time he goes to war.

Being among these familiar faces will make him relax a lot, and for the Red Star Army, it is also an important part of maintaining high morale.

When Liu Chan and the Red Star generals were resting every day, they would gather together and talk as usual.

But unlike other army generals who suspected they were discussing war matters, many of the things they talked about were ordinary and even trivial.

Who gave birth to a boy, who built a new house, who finally found the girl of his dreams... these are all seemingly insignificant things.

But it was these trivial matters that made the Akahoshi generals feel true personal respect.

Rather than a kindness that hides arrogance.

But sometimes it's so strange. The more Liu Chan bends down like this, the more willing they are to lift Liu Chan to a higher place... even if they pay for it with their lives.

"In this expedition, I'm afraid there will be many more names on the stone tablet in front of the Red Star camp." Liu Chan rarely showed a trace of sadness.

Ding Fengdao: "My lord, I don't think so. It's not that I look down on them. With our current strength, even if there are ten or twenty thousand enemy troops in the field, brothers are not afraid of him."

Liu Chan believed that he was not exaggerating, but he still warned: "Don't underestimate the enemy. Guo Huai and Zhang He are not ordinary people. No matter how careful the plan is, it will not be as good as the changes on the battlefield."

"Yes, we will act with caution." Ding Feng nodded, but he immediately smiled and said, "But if you die, you will die, so you have nothing to fear."

"Yes. They are all people who should have died long ago. Now that my son is so old, he has already made money." Hu Li said with a smile.

Qian Duo also calmly agreed without any fear: "That is, even if Cao Wei is really capable of killing us, I will have to get dozens or hundreds of him to accompany me."

Liu Chan was suddenly awakened by the words of his generals, and he seemed to be subconsciously pessimistic.

History, or fate, seems to be putting more pressure on me than I imagined.

When the army actually went on the Northern Expedition and faced Cao Wei, it still had an impact on his mentality.

However, Liu Chan, who noticed in time, quickly laughed again: "I'm just reminding you. I really want to put our names on the stone tablet. Cao Wei doesn't have a million-strong army, so don't even think about it."

The crowd suddenly burst into laughter again.

"Let's all go and have a rest. We will continue our journey tomorrow and we will arrive in Hanzhong soon." Liu Chan stood up and patted his butt, regaining his usual confident smile, "This time we will let the rebels see what we have accomplished!"

(End of this chapter)