Ren Fang decides to postpone the attack on Jinyang and take songqiu, Ningding and Taifeng near Jinyang first. He looked around the generals and asked, "according to the information we know, how many troops are there in songqiu, Ningding and Taifeng?"

Jin Zhuo said: "our army has spied three times in a row, and the results are the same every time. The total number of defenders in the three cities is less than 5000."

Nie Zeying said, "that's right! So is the intelligence of our army."

The total strength of the three cities is less than 5000. Ren Fang doesn't believe such data at all and thinks it's against common sense. He thought for a moment and said, "I've decided to send 150000 troops in three ways to attack songqiu, Ningding and Taifeng at the same time. What's your opinion, general Nie?"

There are only 5000 defenders in the three cities. It's a bit of a fuss for our side to use 150000 troops. However, considering that we have to occupy the city after it is broken, it's acceptable to send 50000 people to each city. He nodded and said, "Ren Shuai, I have no opinion, just do as you want!"

"Good!" Ren Fang took out the map, and then waved to the generals to let people gather around. Then, pointing to the map, he said: "our Sichuan army sent 100000 troops, divided into songqiu and Taifeng two cities, and general Nie sent 50000 troops to attack Ningding. How about it?"

Nie Ze didn't answer immediately. Looking at the map, he was silent.

Ren Fang only arranges Zhenjun to attack one city. It seems generous. In fact, this city is not so easy to fight.

The camp of Chuan Zhen allied army is located in the south of Jinyang, while Ning Ding is located in the north of Jinyang. Zhen army has to bypass Jinyang to attack Ning Ding, but it is easy to be intercepted by Feng army on the road. Even if Ningding is successfully laid, because it is too far away from Daying, once attacked, Daying may not be able to send troops in time. However, songqiu and Taifeng are different. One is located in the northwest of Daying and the other is located in the northeast of Daying. If it is close, it is much easier to send troops for assistance.

Nie Ze pondered for a long time, nodded and said, "since Ren Shuai arranged it like this, I have no problem."

"Well, at the second watch tonight, our two armies will send troops separately to songqiu, Ningding and Taifeng..." Ren Fang decided on the attack plan.

After leaving the Chinese army tent, Nie Ze and his generals returned to the Zhenjun camp.

On the way, the generals of Zhenjun expressed dissatisfaction with Ren Fang's decision. "The Sichuan army sent 100000 troops to attack two cities, and our army sent 50000 troops to attack one city. It seems that our army has taken advantage of it, but Ning Ding is more difficult to fight and defend this city than the two cities of songqiu and Taifeng. Ren Fang simply treats us as fools."

"That's right! The main force of the Feng army and Tang Yin, the king of the wind, are in Jinyang. Instead of fighting Jinyang, we're going to fight three other cities. Isn't this a chance for Tang Yin and the Feng army to breathe? When Pingxiang was attacked, the Feng army killed all our soldiers, but didn't move against the Sichuan army. I'm afraid there is a hidden collusion between the state of Sichuan and the state of wind!"

Hearing this, people's doubts broke out and echoed: "yes! It's really strange! General, let's arrange our army to attack Ningding. Isn't it a trap?"

At this time, Zhenjun already had a sense of distrust of the Sichuan army, but due to the alliance, it was difficult to tear his face in person.

As a top general, Nie Ze's mind is not simple. He would not believe that there is a secret collusion between the state of Sichuan and the state of Feng. The reason why the Feng army secretly attacked Pingxiang and didn't kill the Sichuan army is also a plan to sow discord. Its purpose is to make his own officers and soldiers suspicious of the Sichuan army. Until this time, it is better to arrange his own attack, let alone a trap, But Ren Fang is selfish. That must be true.

Nie Ze looked at his generals and said in a deep voice, "no more nonsense. Who dares to talk nonsense to disturb the morale of the army!"

When the generals heard the speech, they all closed their mouths, looked at each other, shook their heads and sighed.

Back to the handsome tent of Zhenjun, everyone took their seats one after another. Qian Cheng, the grand general of the state of Zhen, stepped in to salute and asked, "I don't know who the general will send to lead the attack on Ningding this time?"

Nie Ze didn't think of a suitable candidate in his heart. Among the generals under his command, there are many powerful generals, but there are few quick witted ones. To attack Ningding, it must be led by a general who is good at adapting to changes. It must not be possible to rely on force and momentum alone.

While Nie Ze was pondering, one of the generals stood up and arched his hand and said, "general, the last general is willing to lead the army!"

Nie Ze looked up and saw that the speaker was not someone else, but Han Ba, a famous first-class general in Zhenguo.

Han BA was granted the rank of Xiao Ping Hou by King Zhen and led the rank of lieutenant general. He was born in the south of the state of Zhen and was born in a rash family. However, he was strong in spirit and martial arts. He was known as nanbatian in the state of Zhen before joining the army. Later, he joined the army and won the love and trust of Li Hong, the king of Zhen. He also served as Li Hong's personal protector.

Nie Ze looked at Han Ba and shook his head. Han Ba Yong was brave enough, but his mind was too simple and his actions were too easy. He was not suitable for leading the army, let alone fighting Ningding. Seeing his hesitation, Han Ba stared at the ring eye and asked in a suspicious voice, "does the upper general think that the end will not defeat Ning Dingcheng?"

Nie Ze doesn't appreciate Han Ba very much. He hates his domineering surname, which depends on the king's love. However, he also knows that Han Ba has a violent temper. If he goes against him, he may cause some trouble! He smiled and said, "General Han is a senior general of our army. He went to fight a small Ningding himself. Isn't it a big talent and a small use?"

This made Han Ba feel more comfortable. When he was complacent, Nie Ze's eyes deviated. He just saw Xiao Chong with his head hanging and silent among the generals. He moved in his heart and said, "attack Ning Ding, let General Xiao lead the troops!"

In Nie Ze's eyes, Xiao Chong is a general whose military rank is far lower than his actual ability. Xiao Chong is now only an assistant general, not even a general, but he is resourceful, knows military books, knows war strategies and is good at using troops. In addition, he chose Xiao Chong to dispel Han BA's dissatisfaction. His intention is to say that only one assistant general is enough to attack Ningding, not to send a Chinese general.

Sure enough. The person who saw Nie Zexuan was Xiao Chong. Han BA was lazy to fight.

Hearing about Nie zedian, Xiao Chong quickly stood up and took two steps forward, knelt on one knee and intervened to order: "I will obey!"

"Well, if there's nothing else to discuss, all generals go back. Xiao Chong stays. I have something to explain." Nie Ze waved to the crowd.

The generals left one after another. It was not long before Nie Ze and Xiao Chong were left in the big tent.

Nie Ze waved to Xiao Chong, motioned him to sit close to him, and then asked, "General Xiao, this attack is better. What do you think?"

Xiao Chong pondered for a moment and whispered, "general Ren left us the most dangerous and difficult place to defend."

Nie Ze nodded his head secretly. He is worthy of being the person he chose. He can see the key of the matter at a glance. According to the investigation report, Ningding's garrison is only 2000 people. It's easy to lay down Ningding, but it's not so easy to keep Ningding well. Nie Ze said with a smile, "this attack is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for you. If you fight well, your military skills will increase greatly, and your position in the army will rise all the way, but if you don't fight well, you'll never come out in the army."

Xiao Chong inhaled, his face was positive, hurriedly arched his hands and said, "thank you for your promotion. At the end, you will never let the general down."

"Yes!" Nie Ze nodded and said, "go back and prepare. At the second watch tonight, you will lead the army to Ningding."

"Yes!"

On Zhenjun's side, Nie Ze selected Xiao Chong and asked him to lead 50000 Zhenjun to attack Ningding. On the side of the Sichuan army, Ren Fangxuan selected two generals Zhang Lan and Yu pan, each leading 50000 Sichuan troops to attack songqiu and Taifeng.

After nightfall, on the second watch, the three armies acted separately and went straight to songqiu, Ningding and Taifeng.

The reason why Ren Fang decided to send troops at night is naturally to cover up the eyes and ears of the Feng army. However, their actions were discovered in time by the hidden arrows lurking near the camp of the Chuanzhen coalition army, and immediately returned to the city to report to Tang Yin.

The two armies of Chuan Zhen left camp late at night and went in three directions: Northeast, northwest and due north. What are they doing? Hearing that the purpose of Tang Fengjin's attack is to change the tactics of Tang Fengjin, Ning Songzhen wants to see that Tang Yinjin has changed the map. As soon as he hears that Tang Yinjin has changed the tactics, he will immediately put on a candle. He wants to see that Tang Yinjin is sleepy around him.

Aware of the enemy's intention, Tang Yin immediately sent an order to recruit Qiu Zhen and all the generals in the army to discuss military affairs directly in their bedroom.

It didn't take long for the order to be passed on. Qiu Zhen and others hurried to Tang Yin. Recently, they asked, "what's the matter, king?"

"According to the news just received, the two armies of Chuanzhen sent 150000 troops in three directions, respectively to songqiu, Ningding and Taifeng." Tang Yin's eyes rolled around and said expressionless.

Qiu Zhen's face changed and he said, "the enemy's targets are songqiu, Ningding and Taifeng. If these three cities are occupied by the enemy, Jinyang will be in a desperate situation!"

Of course Tang Yin knew the seriousness of the matter. He was silent.

At this time, Lotte said, "don't worry, king. The counties of songqiu, Ningding and Taifeng have sent County troops and county troops as reinforcements respectively. I think the reinforcements are almost arriving now."

Qiu Zhen said anxiously: "relying only on the local armies such as county army and county army, I'm afraid they may not be able to withstand the regular central army of Sichuan and Zhen!"

Think about the 150000 Zhenjun led by Li Cheng, who fought all the way from BAGUAN to Wancheng. Local armies everywhere were not opponents at all. Even Chifeng army was defeated. In terms of frontal warfare, our own side did not have any advantage.

As soon as his voice fell, someone at the end of the crowd echoed: "what Qiu Xiang said is reasonable. Using the county army and county army to block the central army of Sichuan and Zhenjiang is tantamount to seeking death and destruction!"

Even if this is the case, it's too direct. Everyone's face changed and they looked back one after another. When people saw the speaker clearly, their nose was almost crooked.

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