Three Kingdoms: The opening incorporates Li Cunxiao

Chapter 647: Learning to be a Confucian Commander

After the two of them exchanged a long conversation, Lu Bu finally calmed down, stepped out of the line, clasped his fists towards Zhang Wu and said, "I will obey your orders, Commander-in-Chief."

"Why don't you shout?"

"Please forgive me, Grand Commander. I am stupid and don't know what is good for me."

"Come on, stand aside."

What kind of hearing does Zhang Wu have? He heard everything Han Meng said clearly.

What you said makes sense, but it is inevitably a bit alarmist.

Cao Cao is still Cao Cao, but he is definitely not the Cao Cao in history.

Precisely because he has seen a wider world, he has a broader mind.

Otherwise, from the moment Wen Chou broke into the palace, everyone, including Lu Bu, would have been dead.

Throughout Chinese history, how many emperors could tolerate rebellion?

It is no exaggeration to say that touching it will result in death.

The reason why Zhang Wu insisted on removing Lu Bu from his post was simply because a new official would start with three things, and he would start with his own father-in-law, which would be more convincing.

Otherwise, ninety-nine percent of the arrogant and powerful generals in this battalion are people he is familiar with. If any of them jumps out to cause trouble every other day, Zhang Wu will not be able to punish him even out of consideration for their feelings.

Now, everyone has seen that I have dismissed my father-in-law. If any of you still don't know what's tactful, don't blame me for being ruthless.

It’s no wonder that Zhang Wu followed others’ example and established his authority as soon as he took office.

The truth is that he didn't even have a decent army this time, and he was the commander-in-chief of the entire army when fighting. It was difficult for him to kill indiscriminately as usual.

Zhang Wu must learn some tactics from the Confucian commander and make these subordinates obedient first.

The effect is also obvious.

The old friends who were just chatting and chatting, all fell silent.

Even the fusion degree of the fifth martial soul was inexplicably raised.

I don’t know if it was because he wore a white robe, or because he punished Lu Bu, or maybe both.

Zhang Wu glanced around the tent, but couldn't find even a qualified think tank, so he could only ask the former Amon to come out to make up the numbers.

"Lü Meng, you are well versed in water warfare and the terrain on both sides. Come out and analyze our army's crossing point."

"Here."

The military map was spread out on the exhibition stand, and Lu Meng casually pointed out three river crossing ports.

"Jiangxiakou is connected to the hinterland of Jingnan, and Changsha County is in the past. However, the water conditions on both sides are complicated. If you use a large ship to cross the river, there is no guarantee that it will not run aground when approaching the shore."

"At Chibi, the water is calm and the river is wide, which can accommodate hundreds of large ships. However, the forces connected here are complicated, and it is the border of Jiangdong, Jing, and Yang. From here, we must block the Jiangnan navy on the river before we can pass."

"Crossing the river is much easier here. Apart from the rapid flow of the water, there are no other concerns."

Chibi?

Just from the name, it sounds like the place Zhang Wu most wants to exclude.

Although the Battle of Red Cliffs became famous in later generations, the final result was that Cao Cao suffered a disastrous defeat and eventually lost the momentum to unify the world.

It's not auspicious no matter how you think about it.

Lu Meng's suggestion was also very clear. He wanted to cross the river by going along the Hengjiang route.

Hengjiang Ferry is indeed very good, but there is a fatal hidden danger here.

If it was really as simple as Lu Meng said, why didn't Boss Cao, who also occupied the nine northern provinces, cross the river?

Zhang Wu had been there and learned to swim there.

Therefore, he knew very well that the water there was too fast, and if he used elite navy troops with strong ships, there would still be risks.

From the perspective of Cao Wei, both the navy and the shipbuilding industry were in their infancy. The only unit with real high combat power was the former Jiangxia Navy, which was capable of carrying out any difficult river crossing mission.

Jiangdong only needs to send a team of small boats with more than a thousand skilled sailors to block the other side. It would be a waste of time and effort for us to go there. "Let's talk about the war in the south. Is the Third Liu still fighting with my brother-in-law?"

"The scouts reported back three days ago that the four families had stopped fighting five days ago, and seemed to be interested in peace talks."

Zhang Wu smiled and shook his head: "It's not that there is any intention to negotiate. The four families have already reached an alliance."

Lu Meng was a little puzzled. He came to the conclusion that it was because he had been paying close attention to the war in the south and received intelligence from the front. However, Zhang Wu had only arrived in Jiangxia today, so where did he get the information from?

"Why is the Grand Commander so sure?"

"Amon, you have seen Zhou Gongjin, so tell me yourself, what do people in Jiangdong think of him?"

Lu Meng was stunned, and blurted out subconsciously: "There are many heroes in the world, and there are many handsome men in Jiangzuo."

"Then do you think that with him here, the battle of Luling can still be fought?"

Yes, with such a resourceful man around, how could he leave such a big loophole and wait for Cao Wei to take advantage of it.

Even though the South has not yet made a decision, once they really cross the river, we don’t know how the four allied forces will arrange them.

"The Grand Commander is wise, and I am ashamed of myself."

Zhang Wu grinned: "You don't need to be ashamed. You are to Jiangxia what Zhou Yu is to Jiangdong. The more worthy the opponent is, the more worthy we are to gather here."

"Yes!!"

Zhang Wu raised his hand to wave Lü Meng away, held the sword at his waist, and began to call out his generals: "Cao Xiu."

Under the tent, Cao Xiu came out in black armor, looking a little stronger.

"The general is here!"

"You lead the Flying Tiger Battalion to advance, level the ground at Chibi, widen the crossing, and build a large camp."

"The general will get the order!"

"Zhao Yun, Huang Zhong."

The two men stepped out at the same time and clasped their fists: "I will be here."

"You two prepare the ships and arrows, then move to the north bank of Chibi and station there."

"Here!"

"Ma Chao."

"The end will be here."

"You stay here and meet the emperor and the imperial guards. When all the troops arrive, we will move to Chibi together."

"The last general takes orders."

"Cao Pi, Cao Zhi."

The two were originally in the Flying Tiger Camp and were about to set out with Cao Xiu, but when they heard Zhang Wu's call, they immediately turned around.

They said in unison: "Yes."

"Zihuan, you will retain your original position and concurrently serve as the army's chief grain officer. You will select a thousand cavalrymen from the Flying Tiger Camp and recruit civilians from all over the country to ensure the army's grain supply and smooth grain routes. If there is any mistake, you will be held accountable."

"Brother-in-law."

Zhang Wu raised his eyebrows: "Who is your brother-in-law in the military camp?"

"Uh, Grand Commander, I don't understand."

"If you don't understand, ask."

"The army's food supply is all in Jiangbei, and the enemy can't fly over, so why are you sending troops to protect them?"

"Can't fly over?" Zhang Wu stood up and slapped the Hengjiang ferry that Lu Meng had pointed out earlier. "Open your eyes and look here! Our navy is inexperienced and it is difficult for them to cross the river from here. Just because we can't get through doesn't mean Sun Ce can't get through! I think you've won too many battles and your mentality has gone wild!"

(End of this chapter)