golden scales

Standing at the top of the city, Zhu Cihong could see the bandits' flag within sight.

Martial law has been imposed in the city, without a pass issued by the Donggong guard camp, they can only walk around in their respective workshops, completely cutting off the possibility of someone opening the door in the city.Judging from the results of the war against the rogue bandits, it seemed that they were invincible, but in fact it was mainly due to the local gentry opening the door to meet the thieves.

Those who win the hearts of the people win the world, this statement is true.

Xiao Mo led the troops away, and Wu Tong also went to Luoyang to sit in the town, allocated grain and grass, and re-planned a grain transportation route to ensure that Sun Chuanting ahead would not be defeated all at once.Zhu Cihong has the feeling of knowing the answer to a big question in a math test... just knowing the answer, but not knowing the process of solving the problem at all, so that he is now so passive.

Liu Zongmin was like a sharp knife, piercing into the soft underbelly of officers and soldiers silently.The political turmoil brought about by this is hard to say, but the military passivity is obvious-the grain transportation team has to walk more than a hundred miles to avoid the bandits who besieged Ruzhou.And whether the newly opened grain road is usable, whether the road conditions are feasible, and whether there are bandits' villages along the way... All kinds of problems have woven a huge minefield.

But Zhu Cihong could only push forward.

"It's windy at the top of the city, Your Highness should go down earlier." Chen De saw the Crown Prince leaning against the parapet, trembling in his heart.He himself is a good archer, and he knows that there are people above all others. If a master comes out of the camp, he will come alone and attack the prince with a heavy bow and arrow... Although there is an extra post-dinner conversation among the people, but as a I am afraid that the military officials of the imperial court will have a very difficult life.

"Look." Zhu Cihong pointed to the newly dug up soil outside the city, which was the fortification dug by the intruders.When they attacked the big cities of Kaifeng, Luoyang, and Xiangyang, they discovered that it was a good idea to dig trenches to besiege the defenders in the cities.Also thinking of this is Manchurian Huang Taiji, who also used this trick when attacking Dalinghe.

Considering that there is neither Weibo nor telephone in this era, the possibility of plagiarism between the two is not great.It can only be said that the combat methods of the officers and soldiers have been completely mastered by the opponent, and they have not changed.

"Look at these fortifications, and the dispatch of these servants." Zhu Cihong squinted his eyes because of the wind, as if someone was gagging him.He backed away from the limelight, turned his head and said, "Are these still rogues?"

"Your Highness," Chen De responded, "Liu Zongmin is the right-hand man of the intruders. He is in charge of the Zhongquan personal guards, and he is the fiercest battalion among the five intruder battalions." The implication is that they should not be underestimated as "rogues".

"That's right," Zhu Cihong sighed, "They came here by other means, and they would never bring so many civilian husbands with them. Where did these people come from?"

Of course the locals from the thief.

Chen De's lips moved, and he managed to keep his mouth shut, not telling the truth.

All officials must stand firm in the face of their superiors: those who oppose the imperial court are only a small group of bewitched and foolish people;As far as the overall situation is concerned, Huangming is still the object of loyalty of the people, and the backbone of the country is still loyal ministers and filial sons.

"Whoever wins the hearts of the people wins the world." Zhu Cihong said softly.

This is different from his past work experience.Whether it's his direct subordinates, or parachuted into a new company, Zhu Cihong never worries about "***" in the face of unfamiliar subordinates.He has always firmly believed: if you want to do it, do it well, if you don't do it, get out of here, you are definitely not alone in the talent market.

But now, Zhu Cihong began to seriously consider the issue of popular sentiment.Iron and blood in a small area can improve efficiency, but in the face of a huge country with a population of over [-] million, relying on iron and blood alone will inevitably collapse.

Huairou!

No wonder the ancestors always said that softness can overcome rigidity.

"A thief is a thief after all," Chen De changed the subject abruptly, "I dare not attack the city after seeing His Highness's yellow flag."

Zhu Cihong smiled at him: "Do you believe this?"

Chen De smiled awkwardly: "The humble official really wonders why the thieves don't attack the city. Not to mention His Highness, even if a governor or governor is besieged in the city, they should come here like crazy."

"You are just thinking of a fierce general." Zhu Cihong was a little chilled by the wind, turned around and walked into the tower.Chen De felt that His Highness seemed to be teaching something, followed closely, even a little too close, which made Min Zhanlian a little displeased.After Ruzhou was besieged, Min Zhanlian became Zhu Cihong's personal bodyguard, staying close at every step, fearing that there would be hidden spies trying to assassinate the crown prince.

Wu Weiye also followed closely, wondering if His Highness the Crown Prince would casually spit out some splendid quatrains.

"If the general wanted to make meritorious service, it would be a good thing to arrest me, a royal family member." Zhu Cihong entered the tower, the wind went out immediately, and his voice became louder.After he sat down, he asked for a cup of hot water, and continued: "But what kind of person is Liu Zongmin? Li Zicheng has already given him his own bodyguard, why should he give credit?"

Chen De secretly said: That is, there is still such a thing as meritorious deeds not rewarded!

"So," Zhu Cihong took the hot water casually, "when a person loses his greed, he sees things clearly. It is a good thing for Sun Chuanting whether he conquers Ruzhou or not. Why? Because it is stable Qin Du’s army heart! Only when Ruzhou’s generals do not go down and want to fight, can you not know whether to return to the rescue or decide to advance. Only in this way, the effect on the front line will be the greatest. When Qin Du’s army’s heart is moved, As long as there is a slight defeat, there will be a rout, which is why Liu Zongmin besieged and did not attack."

Min Zhanlian suddenly remembered what he had always told his disciples: it is really scary when you are not motivated.It seems that the art of martial arts and military strategists have the same reason.

Wu Weiye secretly said: These words really have the taste of ancient temples hidden in the mountains.Only seeing the old monk scooping water, but not seeing the yellow wall incense, makes people imagine but not muddled... wait!If the enemy general is so wise, wouldn't it be a big deal on our side?

Thinking of this, Wu Weiye suddenly broke out in a cold sweat, and his legs became weak.He looked at the Henan Guerrilla again, he was not yet weak, but he was unmoved, and thought in his heart: Only the wise and the foolish will not move, sincerity will not deceive me!Sure enough, newborn calves are not afraid of tigers...

"So I have already sent a letter to Governor Qin, telling him not to return in a hurry. I also asked Mr. Wu to tell all the state capitals, imperial edicts, pond newspapers, and military transfers that they must go to Ruzhou first, and then send them to Governor Qin Over there." Zhu Cihong said: "The purpose of this move is to stabilize the morale of the frontline troops and prevent Governor Qin from being anxious."

Chen De couldn't help admiring him, he couldn't help feeling ashamed when he remembered that his father and he were full of prejudice against the prince before leaving.

"Why don't you flatter me anymore?" Zhu Cihong took a sip of hot water, seeing Chen De's serious face, he couldn't help but teasingly said.

"This time it's really convincing, but I can't get it out of my mouth." After Chen De finished speaking, he gritted his teeth: Isn't this a self-inflicted trick, those words before have become flattery! "Before there were people who were sincerely convinced, not all of them were flatterers..." After Chen De finished speaking, his heart became even more confused: This time it's good!There are no silver 300 taels here!God!Let lightning strike me with a big mouth!

"At a loss," Zhu Cihong smiled gently, "It's because you are blinded by my identity and cannot see the essence. On this point, Liu Zongmin is better than you."

Chen De didn't dare to speak anymore, he just bowed.

"However, Liu Zongmin still underestimates the enemy." Zhu Cihong's face was covered with a layer of frost: "If there is no reinforcements from outside, this kind of attack is a good move. But the main force of my Donggong Guard Battalion is in the north of Ruzhou. If we take advantage of the situation and fight down , and the defenders in the city, how can he be undefeated?"

"Since the eighth year of Chongzhen, officers and soldiers have rarely dared to fight bandits." Chen De couldn't help telling the truth again.He has always felt that he is young and mature, and he is considered a man of the city, but in front of the prince, he always speaks without restraint.Thinking about it carefully, this is not because of the coercion of the "Crown Prince", but rather an inexplicable sense of intimacy.

"That's why he underestimated the enemy." Zhu Cihong said with a smile, "He doesn't know Xiao Mo. Xiao Mo's fortitude and determination, even in the face of a peerless famous general."

It's just a lack of experience now, and there are still opportunities in the future.

"Yes," Chen De replied, "I will send scouts out of the city to spread the news about General Xiao as soon as possible."

Zhu Cihong nodded: "You still have to send a letter from your family to Mr. Chen, telling you that Ruzhou is as solid as gold, and please be at ease on the front line to wipe out the enemy. As for the food road, it will never be a problem. Even if you want to retreat, you can only retreat slowly and rest. Only then can we return to aid Ruzhou."

Chen De promised, turned around and went out to make arrangements.

Zhu Ciwang looked at Min Zhanlian, and said again: "The most taboo thing about attacking a city is when soldiers approach the city without firing a shot, which wastes energy in vain. Liu Zongmin will definitely not make such a mistake, and most likely he will send troops to harass me after resting to test my depth. In the afternoon, sir, you can go to the city gate camp with me to supervise the battle and boost morale."

The weakest point of a city is the gate.Some civil officials defended the city, so they blocked the gate with earth and stones.It seems that the thieves are not allowed to attack, but they also cut off their own way to attack.Therefore, experienced generals not only will not block the gate, but also set up a camp outside the city gate. One is to protect the weak point of the city gate; , Messenger, respond to reinforcements.

Zhu Cihong had no experience, but the veteran staff recruited by his subordinates had seen pigs run away.It just happened that a camp was set up outside the city to gather Sun Chuanting's defeated troops, and it was rebuilt at this time and became the city gate camp.

Min Zhanlian originally wanted to persuade His Highness not to kiss Shishi, but when he heard the words "boost morale", it made sense after thinking about it, so he just said "obey".

Wu Weiye's scalp tingled when he heard it, and he didn't know whether he would also accompany him.Although he often used words such as "swords and swords" and "soldiers and horses" in his poems, he still felt chills when he saw the real guy.

"Wu Weiye, work harder in the afternoon, walk more in the city, see which workshops need rice, grain and clothing, and allocate them as much as possible, so as not to let the people suffer from cold and hunger." Zhu Cilang paused, and said: "We must also urge the local herdsmen Officer, hurry up on the two matters of persuading donations and picking out thieves."

Wu Weiye hesitated after hearing this.He secretly said in his heart: Persuading donations and picking out thieves are indeed urgent matters. For this reason, His Highness has also met those officials, but His Highness said it together, why does it sound like there is a subtext? (To be continued.)