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Chapter 561 Actively Prepare for War 5
These two people are similar in age and both have the same surname: Zhu. Are they related in any way? Yes, they all come from the Kaihu Division. Lu Zhanwei Qianhu is called Zhu Neng to the outside world, and his internal number is Zhu Twenty. Deputy Chief of Staff Zhu's name is Zhu Haiou, and his internal number is Zhu Jiuliu. They were among the first batch of orphans recruited by the Temple of Europa.

If we have to count in order, Lu Zhanwei Qianhu is the senior brother. But his confidence does not come from seniority, but from the system. The staff does have a transcendent status and can even overrule the governor's orders, but the staff only have the power of suggestion and supervision.

As long as it does not violate naval regulations, Marine Guards Qianhu really does not need to be afraid of the staff. His immediate boss is the Marine Guards Commander. Without authorization, even a Marine Guards Commander like Huang Nanping cannot command Marine Guards Qianhu.

"Let me say a few words. In addition to Spanish soldiers in Manila Port, there is also an army composed of local indigenous people. Their weapons and equipment are much worse, but there are many of them. They are very adapted to the local climate and environment, and they are especially powerful at night.

The Pasig River in the north of Manila is only more than 200 meters wide at its widest point during the rainy season, and the main channel is less than 100 meters. The movement of large sailing ships will be restricted after entering. If the Spanish sink a few ships in the main channel, our ship may run aground, and the casualties will be huge. "

Huang Nanping was not surprised by the quarrel between the staff and officers who also came from the Seagate Division at the combat meeting. He neither persuaded nor criticized them, but instead expressed his own suggestions.

These young people, who were personally taught by the emperor, had a very strange way of life. They would often make noises at meetings, roll up their arms and sleeves, and act like murderers of their fathers. However, after the meeting, they would soon go to the playground to play football together. Whoever stirs up trouble among them will offend people on both sides.

"Can we block the exit of the bay first and choose another place to land, even if the distance is longer? It doesn't matter. Ruan's soldiers are also very good at fighting in the jungle. Let them open the way in front, and the Marine Guards will follow closely behind, from the land Advance little by little to the city of Manila.

Although this progress is slower, the shipping office's ships are sufficient, and Da Nang is used as a logistics base, so there is no problem in dragging supplies for two or three months. Regardless of the Spaniards or the local indigenous people, frontal combat should not be the opponent of the Marines! "

In addition to the naval generals, those participating in the combat meeting also had two commanders from the Maritime Administration. They were responsible for leading armed cargo ships to transport soldiers and supplies. They were also considered combatants and had the right to speak.

"No way, no way, absolutely not! Little Luzon and Annan have similar latitudes, but the climate is different. According to His Majesty's book, it is called a tropical monsoon climate. From April to October every year, Little Luzon has a lot of strong winds and rain. , the temperature is also very high.

Although the wind and rain decreased in November, the land was still muddy, and it was almost impossible to travel long distances with artillery and ammunition in the dense jungle. A big storm would be the end of it. Even if you are lucky and there is no storm, you are likely to encounter a sneak attack by the local natives, and most of their arrows are quenched with poison. "

However, the suggestion of the commander of the Maritime Yamen was immediately firmly opposed by an old captain of the Hai Zhan Guard. Judging from his age, he is 100% a pirate, and I heard he must be Huang Nanping's subordinate. I guess I also hung out with Lin Afeng back then and had a personal experience of the climate and environment of Little Luzon.

"Well, marching long distances in an unfamiliar environment is indeed risky. Although a small number of our Marine Guardsmen have specially undergone jungle warfare training in Da Nang, non-combat attrition is still relatively high compared with local soldiers."

At this time, the deputy chief of staff spoke again, adopting the old captain's opinion, and also presented specific data to prove that the Marine Guards currently do not have all-terrain and all-weather combat capabilities.

"Tsk, I can see it. You just stand aside and evaluate other people's methods, and you can't think of anything, right? How about if we can trade, it would be the same for me to do this job!" Then he suffered When it came to Lu Zhanwei Qianhu's ridicule. "Hey, don't be anxious. I am not called Zhuge Liang for nothing. I have been among the best in every simulation exercise, and I will not fall behind this time." The deputy chief of staff has a good temper and is not in a hurry no matter what, but The expression on his face was quite irritating, typical of being a coward.

"It's done, who can't talk about war on paper? Long live the Lord once said that you will know whether a mule or a horse is pulled out. The last sneak attack on Thang Long Palace was attended by His Majesty, which cannot be regarded as the credit of the staff. The Port of Manila is the first time for the Navy If you have the ability to fight on a large scale, show it quickly, don’t just talk!”

Lu Zhanwei Chihu, on the other hand, was a sweet-tempered person. While talking, he rolled up his arms and rolled up his sleeves and glared, as if he was about to fight. In terms of personality differences, it has to be said that Hong Tao is very good at employing people. If the positions were changed, neither of them would be able to use their specialties.

"That's right, Deputy Chief of Staff Zhu, show off your skills. They say you are the reincarnation of Zhuge Liang, but we never had the chance to see it with our own eyes!"

Following the clamor of the Marine Guards Qianhu, two captains of the Marine Guards could no longer keep their composure and began to beat the drums to support the fire. Anyway, this is Hai Zhanwei's home field, and with Huang Nanping holding the battle, he will definitely not suffer a big loss.

"Come on, don't do this, let me say it all, you don't have to use your brain to think about it, right! It's okay if you want me to say it, what do you want to bet on? Did you see the cigar rewarded by His Majesty? I lost, The cigarette belongs to you! If you lose, you have to let me choose one of the items in the cabinet, do you dare?"

"Count me in!"

"Count me in! Commander Huang, why don't you lend a hand too. Cigars are a good thing. Your Majesty often holds them in your mouth. I heard they can prolong your life. Even if you have money, you can't buy them!"

What goes up works and what goes down works, this sentence is really not for nothing. The emperor did not like clichés in etiquette, and the staff officers who were born in Kaiguji seemed to be cut from the same mold, imitating everything. The emperor always had a cigarette in his mouth. His subordinates must not have known that this thing was addictive and thought it was some kind of fun thing.

"Forget it, I still have to support my family with my salary. Besides, I will use the things His Majesty likes. If someone sees it, he will inevitably be impeached, and he will be wronged. Come on, come on, who will bet with Deputy Chief of Staff Zhu? , sign up here!”

Huang Nanping was not so carefree. He had a family to take care of, so he couldn't afford to gamble with these little guys who could feed the whole family by themselves, and he didn't dare to use whatever the emperor used.

The staff officers don't need to be afraid. They have a transcendent status, but they really have no backing and are a pirate. Even if they are highly regarded by Governor Yuan and become a commander, they have to be as low-key as possible and don't dare to be careless in the slightest.

(End of this chapter)