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Chapter 357 Prelude
Early the next morning, Fang Weihan arrived at the east gate of Changming, and the troops led by the East Palace Guards had already assembled. After dozens of days of recruitment and training, this force of 36,000 people has begun to take shape. The troops were neatly dressed, solemn and silent, with long swords standing tall and shining armor. Although I don't know how effective they would be in a real battle, at least the appearance was very bluffing for the common people.

The banners spread for several miles, from the east gate of Changming to the wilderness in the distance, attracting many people to stop and watch.

It has been a long time since the Great Zhou Dynasty was peaceful for a long time, and there has not been such a large-scale military assembly. The people in Changming have forgotten the last time they used troops abroad.

They have not experienced the pain of war and can only vaguely imagine the glory that war has brought to them. As soon as they heard that the Zhou army was about to go on an expedition, the people living in the most prosperous city in the world couldn't help but feel a little excited, and they wished they could wipe out the country's enemies now.

What's more, the commander of this army is still King Guangling Fang Weihan.

Fang Weihan rode his war horse slowly past the east gate of Changming, and his extraordinary hearing was filled with the excited chatter of the people of Changming.

"Do you think His Highness Prince Guangling can win this expedition?"

"Of course! I heard that His Highness Prince Guangling is going to fight a group of bandits from Shangjun this time. Are these people not easy to deal with?"

"Yes, when our great Zhou heavenly soldiers and generals arrive, won't the bandits immediately descend upon the wind?"

"Even if he is not a bandit, if His Highness takes action, he will surely win!"

"Here!"

In addition, Fang Weihan also selected those with the highest cultivation level and good conduct to stand out separately, and set up two thousand people on his left and right as his personal bodyguards, and also took into account the responsibilities of the general reserve team.

The girl couldn't understand Fang Weihan's true thoughts. Although his behavior was obviously arrogant, Fang Tang couldn't be angry with him.

What else did he say... It was ridiculous to always stand on his side.

"exist!"

"Here!"

The horses' hooves collided with the ground, and the sound was dull and intense, like the sound of rumbling war drums.

This Fang Weihan... really didn't give her any face.

"exist!"

If it were another person, Fang Tang would have already put him on the list that must be eradicated. But this guy named Fang Weihan has an unusual meaning to him.

The left and right Yuhou led a total of 10,000 people, all of whom were light cavalry units. They were equipped with new stirrups developed by Pei Jie and were responsible for harassment and reconnaissance missions.

I am worthy of being a disciple of Linyuan Pavilion, now I am "stepping into Linyuan".

"You are the right army, guard the flanks!"

Using blood to control the mouthpiece, Fang Weihan shouted and asked:
"Where are the leaders in front of the left and right halls?"

The light cavalry troops scattered smoke and dust on one side of the queue, and only one-third of the original troops remained in the vast wilderness.

His Highness has always acted decisively, and he was able to talk and laugh with ease when socializing with officials and wealthy people. Why did he suddenly adopt such a strange tone when he mentioned His Highness Prince Guangling today?

Fang Weihan rode a horse and stepped onto the raised earth platform used for ordering troops. He glanced around and the whole place fell into silence.

On the city wall, far away from the crowd, Fang Tang stood gracefully with her hands behind her hands, her golden-pink skirt swaying in the wind, like a blooming crabapple flower.

"What can I give you?" Fang Tang curled his lips, "I feel sorry for him, and appearing in front of him now will only make him more bored."

It seems that his prestige in the hearts of the people of Changming has reached an extremely high level.

The southernmost phalanxes of the military formation turned into rapid marching columns, and the bright armor reflected the sunlight, which was particularly dazzling.

Fang Tang looked at Donggong Weishui who was gradually retreating and sighed slightly.

After discussions between Fang Weihan and several veterans of the Changyuan Iron Guard, they made some targeted adjustments to the military structure led by the East Palace Guard.

Thanks to the help of saddles, although Yu Hou and his cavalry had only been exposed to war horses for a short time, they already had riding skills that were not inferior to those of elite cavalry.

"Sit in the middle of the army and follow me on the expedition."

Thousands of people shouted like thunder in the sky at the same time, and the timid among the people almost peed their pants.

There was a response like a roaring mountain and a tsunami: "Here we are!"

If he was always on his side, then why did he refuse when he took the initiative to show his kindness?

"Left and right are the commanders and commanders, and left and right are the internal commanders!"

Under the attention of many people in Changming, Fang Weihan pulled the reins and drove the horse to jump off the high platform, followed by a group of senior officers.

What happened in Changming Beigong yesterday was stuck in her heart like a fish bone.

"Here!"

Bilong was very surprised.

The commanders on the left and right led a total of 12,000 people, all of whom were heavy infantry, wearing plate armor, holding spears, and carrying heavy diamond-shaped shields. They did not carry dry food and were specially prepared for the decisive battle front. Yang Fengqi, the general of the right middle line, led by Wei, was in charge of the command.

There are a total of 12,000 people in front of the left and right halls, all of whom are light infantry, wearing mail armor, holding long swords, two throwing axes, several bows and arrows, and they carry three days of dry food. The main function is to break the formation first and kill in the field. Chen Yuxian, the general of Zuo Zhonglang led by Wei, was in charge of the command.

Bilong on the side asked: "Your Highness, won't you go see His Highness Prince Guangling off?"

"You are the front troops, go ahead and clear the way!"

Although his mood was very solemn, Fang Weihan remained calm on the surface, maintaining the majesty that a royal vassal should have.

Watching Fang Weihan leave with the East Palace Guards, the people of Changming burst into cheers like a mountain roar and a tsunami. They sincerely hoped that he would return victorious.

"Where are the left and right imperial guards?"

Fortunately, I withstood the pressure this time and chose to face Wang Boguang's trap head-on instead of avoiding the fight. If you act cowardly, Chang Ming's popular support will be damaged.

There is some resentment and grievance, which does not seem like harsh criticism and disgust towards the subordinates, but rather like a boudoir who has been neglected by her sweetheart.

So... is the relationship between these two Highnesses good or bad?
Bilong was a little unsure.

"Forget it, stop reading and go back to the palace."

Fang Tang flicked his sleeves boredly and turned around, Bilong quickly followed.

"I hope Ninth Brother can come back victorious."

Although she said this, the girl still had other thoughts in her heart.

It would be best if he never fought, so that he would ask me to help him settle this matter. When the time comes, I will use this excuse to force him to admit that he was wrong.

Fang Tang thought to himself.

The girl subconsciously rubbed the sword spike. Separated by a layer of clothes and it was bright daylight, she did not notice the flickering light on the sword spike.

The sword spike brightened for a moment, and then quickly dimmed, like a lightbulb that ran out of electricity.

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In the Wang family's residence in Shangyuan, Wang Boguang and Wang Tun sat opposite each other.

Wang Boguang bowed and said, "Father, Fang Weihan's East Palace Guards have already set out. Judging from their marching route, they should take the main road along the Beiluo River."

"Order the officials along the way to cooperate more, put aside personal prejudices and family grudges for the time being, and obey Fang Weihan's instructions."

Wang Tun said lightly.

"Yes."

Wang Boguang nodded in agreement.

He understood what Wang Dun meant, so he simply didn't ask any more questions. Now the Uehara Wang family has been pushed under everyone's gaze. If they interfere with Fang Weihan's military operations, the evidence will soon be seized by the opposite family group, which will make their current bad political situation worse. The environment is even worse.

But...if they cooperated like this and Fang Weihan returned defeated before he even fought, he wouldn't be able to blame them.

After being taken advantage of by Fang Weihan, the Uehara Wang family counterattacked so quickly. No one can take advantage of them.

From the moment Wang Boguang proposed to conquer the Sheshan bandits, Fang Weihan had already stepped into the killing situation Wang Boguang had set for him.

If he doesn't go, his reputation will be damaged at best. But if he goes... it may not only be damaged, but his reputation.

Wang Boguang asked with a smile: "Father, what do you think the chances of victory for King Guangling Fang Weihan are in this expedition?"

"Do you think the current Zhou army can defeat the foreign tribes in the north?" After Wang Tun took a sip of tea, the old god asked back.

"Of course not." Wang Boguang said, "Even the Lu family's most elite Youzhou cavalry has a considerable gap in combat power compared to the elite cavalry from the northern foreign races."

"The so-called Changyuan Iron Guards, the alien nemesis, are just a group of ordinary soldiers who can only rely on Changyuan to defend and counterattack. If a formal field battle begins, there is no doubt that the Zhou army will be completely defeated."

"Then...Fang Weihan can't win."

Wang Boguang smiled and said: "Boguang understands, we are waiting for good news from Shangjun."

Wang Tun put down his teacup and asked calmly.

"Is the long river difficult to cross?"

Wang Boguang responded fluently: "On the eighth day of September, the water in Longmen dries up, and it feels like walking on flat ground."

Wang Tun nodded slightly, stood up, and looked at the map of the Great Zhou Dynasty hanging on the wall.

He murmured in a low voice: "Chang Yuan..."

With dark hair growing on the temples and wrinkles creeping into the corners of his eyes, Mr. Zhongshu is no longer the bold Chang Ming Yin twenty years ago.

"Bo Guang."

Wang Tun said suddenly.

Wang Boguang bowed solemnly: "Father."

"For the sake of the peace of our ancestral land, we can abandon the rivers and mountains, but we want to merge with the state and be safe. For the survival of the family, we can sacrifice everything, including the country and the king."

Wang Tun's back was as stooped as a withered pine, but his sharp eyes were still as stern as an eagle.

"Your brother is still young. If I die, you will become the head of the Uehara Wang family."

"Father, don't worry."

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When Fang Weihan went to Shangjun, three girls were gathering together to talk for a long time in the Xiangyang Prefecture.

"Xie Lingwan, at what cost did you convince the Shen family and Wang family to give up the population business?" Xiao Jin asked curiously.

Xie Lingwan did not hide it from her, but replied calmly: "Northwest Upper Road and Shanggu Farm."

Xiao Jin: "?"

"No, what are you trying to do?" Xiao Jin cried out in disbelief, "Both of these businesses are less costly than human trafficking, and they have a much better reputation. Why are you letting them out like this?"

"Besides, what use do you need those people for? What if you monopolize the country's human trade? Can you still use them to fight wars?"

Xie Lingwan gave her a look of surprise: "You are so smart."

Xiao Jin: “???”

Xiao Jin exclaimed: "What do you mean I'm so smart... Do you really plan to use these people to fight a war?"

Xie Lingwan ignored her and asked Tao Yunjiang: "Yunjiang, everyone says that Jiangnan is rich, but do you know what disadvantages Jiangnan has compared to Jiangbei?"

"Let me think about it, let me think about it..." Tao Yunjiang thought seriously, "Is there no one in Jiangnan?"

"Yes, it is like that."

Xie Lingwan nodded approvingly.

"Among the eight surnames, only the Wuxing and Shen clan can be considered a Jiangnan family, but its base is in the eastern part of Yuzhou and the southern area of ​​Xuzhou. In other words, the Jiangnan family does not have a real voice channel. For a long time, their voices have been Not being taken seriously by the central government of the empire. This is the consensus of everyone in the court: the Jiangnan family cannot be allowed to enter the center of power."

Xiao Jin interrupted: "But what does this have to do with you buying people everywhere?"

"If the Jiangnan family's voice increases, then Jiangnan, which is already prosperous, will surely usher in an unprecedented take-off. At that time, various problems will be exposed, such as... population shortage."

Xie Lingyuan said calmly.

"But...how do you know that the Jiangnan Family's voice will rise?"

When he first decided to leave Changming, Xie Lingwan had hesitated about where to go to manage his own power.

Yizhou is a good place, a land of abundance, and the local aristocratic families are weak. The only disadvantage is that the traffic is blocked and it is inconvenient to communicate with the outside world.

The 800-mile Shu Road isolated foreign enemies and cut off Yizhou's ambition to forge ahead. This is the place where those who protect themselves and their achievements make their fortune. They can control a territory without any worries, but they have no ability to make progress.

She also considered Jiaozhou.

Jiaozhou is also a good place with developed trade and sea routes throughout the world. But its problem is the same as Yizhou, which is that it is too far away from the core ruling area of ​​the empire.

After several hesitations, she finally chose Jiangnan.

Although the local aristocratic families in Jiangnan are powerful, they do not have a strong dragon, leaving Xie Lingwan with a lot of room for maneuver. In addition, the big white ball given to her by Fang Weihan at that time contained many secrets. With the iron law of gold and stone, she could maximize the power of this information.

In addition, Jiangnan has unique geographical advantages. It is not only close to the core area, but also separated by the natural barrier of the Yangtze River, so it is not without danger.

Although the current Great Zhou Dynasty has been peaceful for a long time, Xie Lingwan has received some unusual news recently.

In the horse trading business in Shanggu County, the transaction volume of horses has been decreasing year by year.

It may be that there has been a problem with the war horse breeding on the foreign side in recent years, but the more likely reason is...

They are preparing for war.

Xie Lingwan expressed her guess: "Once a war breaks out and all Jiangbei falls, the imperial court will inevitably move south. At that time, all the resources in Jiangnan will be mobilized for the war, and the aristocratic family's voice will increase accordingly."

"Jiangbei fell?"

Xiao Jin shook his head and said that Xie Lingwan's idea was a bit fanciful.

"Changyuan is still there! How did the aliens break in? Not to mention that after passing Changyuan, we still have Jizhou, the important city of Yecheng, and we still have Changhe and Tongguan's natural defense line."

"How did the alien come in? Are you right, Jiang Jiang?"

Tao Yunjiang: "..."

"I do not know either."

The girl lowered her head and just clenched the Qicang Sword in her hand.

"But if they come in, I'll kill them all."

Her voice was very soft, but it contained unquestionable persistence and determination.

(End of this chapter)