At the same time that the clean-up work in Ruzhou was in full swing. Li Yun was in the study, staring at a map in a daze, because he was thinking about the next combat policy of the Vermilion Bird Army.

Ruzhou is backed by Canglan Mountain, and if the Vermilion Bird Army wants to develop outward, there are only two roads, the first is to go north and the second is to go east. Beishang was the core area ruled by the Qianyuan Empire, with a prosperous economy and a large population, but it was also the most dominant place of the Qianyuan Empire.

It was relatively easy to go east, and he could also get valuable access to the sea, so Li Yun finally chose the eastward route.

That's why he asked people to threaten the Guangshun region and attract the attention of the imperial court to Guangshun, so as to serve as a cover for the eastward advance. And the reason why Li Yun chose to go east, in addition to the slightly weaker strength of the Eastern Empire, is more for that outlet to the sea!

The access to the sea was very important for the Suzaku army, because with the access to the sea, not only could the naval layout be carried out as soon as possible, but also the sea route could be used to trade to obtain valuable war resources.

It is conceivable that with the rise of the Vermilion Bird Army, the imperial court will definitely go all out to quell the rebellion. So nine times out of ten, the material transfer routes that were hidden in the past will not be able to be saved, so that an outlet to the sea will be precious.

And Li Yun attaches such importance to the sea port, there is a deeper reason, that is, he wants to leave a way back for himself!

Although Li Yun put all his efforts into the Vermilion Bird Army, he firmly believed that he would definitely be able to achieve the final victory.

Last time, Yayu just denied it with a joke, and Li Yun punished her severely. But this does not mean that Li Yun will put himself on the precipice with no way out!

And when Li Yun was under the Ministry of Education, he always told them to have the best expectations for everything, but also to prepare for the worst. Therefore, although Li Yun never thought that he would fail, he still had to be prepared.

So combined with the information collected by Maoyan, the specific plan for going east gradually took shape in Li Yun's mind.

Immediately after that, one order after another was issued to other Suzaku Army strongholds such as Maoyan and Ryugumi. Li Yun ordered them to quickly collect intelligence on the enemy forces on the eastward march and prepare for the eastward strategy of the army.

Just when Li Yun was formulating the eastward expansion strategy, Maoyan urgently sent a not very good piece of information. In the intelligence, Dai Ying briefly reported on the situation that the imperial court wanted Taizhou, Guangshun, and Xingquan to jointly attack Ruzhou and exterminate the Suzaku Army.

Li Yun was not surprised when he saw it, because all this was expected by him. But then Li Yun gave Dai Ying an order to carry out the thunder plan!

And at the same time that Li Yun was planning a shocking plan, in a dilapidated courtyard in the west of Ruzhou City, a middle-aged scribe who was extremely down-and-out was also swaying around.

I saw a middle-aged scribe wearing a long gown that symbolized the status of a scholar. And although the cheongsam was clean, it also looked very old, and in some places it was even patched.

And judging from the shabby and simple layout in the room, the situation of this middle-aged scribe is really not very good.

At this time, Zeng Xiangao was indeed very hesitant, he had passed the age of standing, but he still achieved nothing. The once lofty ambitions and ambitions have long been exhausted in countless suppressions and frustrations, and now they only make a living by writing letters and copying books.

In fact, the reason why Zeng Xiangao fell to this step was not because he was not good at studying, but because he was from a poor family! Since ancient times, it has been difficult to produce a noble son, even if he is talented, but in the face of the power of those wealthy families, it is still not worth mentioning.

Originally, he thought that this was the end of his life, guarding this dilapidated courtyard for the rest of his life. But a sudden war broke all this.

The Vermilion Bird Army sprung up, not only attacking Ruzhou, but also making those wealthy families panic all day long. At the same time, his long-dormant ambition was also stimulated again.

So after hesitating for a long time, Zeng Xiangao finally made up his mind. Even if it's just a momentary brilliance, he wants to fight it!

The eldest husband was born in the world, and since he was doing something big vigorously, how can he spend his life in vain!

After making up his mind, Zeng Xiangao tidied up a little and went out. At this time, martial law had not been completely lifted, and there were few pedestrians on the streets, and from time to time you could see heavily armed patrol soldiers.

Seeing those strangely equipped soldiers, Zeng Xiangao couldn't help but be a little flustered, but he still mustered up the courage to walk in the direction of the mansion.

Along the way, he encountered several interrogations, but when he explained that he was going to join the Suzaku Army, he was immediately let go, and even enthusiastic patrol soldiers showed him the way.

Zeng Xiangao had just come to the vicinity of the mansion, and before he could get close, he was intercepted by the soldiers of the guard battalion.

"Stop! Who are you! What the hell! ”

Looking at the two murderous soldiers in front of him, Zeng Xiangao took out a notice from his arms in a little panic, "Two military masters, the student Zeng Xiangao has come to join your army, and I am willing to do some modest help for your army." As he spoke, Zeng Xiangao handed over the notice in his hand.

And the two soldiers of the guard battalion took the notice and said coldly: "Come with me!" ”

Then, under the leadership of the two soldiers, Zeng Xiangao entered the palace. Along the way, his mood can be described as extremely tense and complicated, after all, he is now a thief!

After entering the mansion, Zeng Xiangao was taken to a side hall, and there was a table in the side hall, and a young man who looked a little childish was dozing out bored.

After entering the city, the Suzaku Army posted a notice of peace and a list of talents, which was done to calm people's hearts.

Just like the countless wars in the history of China, Li Yun also found an upright reason for himself to raise troops. He portrayed himself as a great hero who saved the people from fire and water, and at the same time belittled the Qianyuan Imperial Court as much as possible, describing them as a tyrannical king who oppressed the people.

And the Suzaku Army is a righteous army that fights for the interests of all, and will not oppress any good people. At the same time, people with lofty ideals from all walks of life in Ruzhou are also invited to participate in the grand event!

It's a routine, whether anyone believes it or not, but what needs to be done must be done properly. Even if it's just a hypocritical nonsense, as long as it is repeated many times, it will naturally be believed.

Therefore, Li Yun not only posted such notices throughout the city, but also took care of those who could not read, so that the patrolling soldiers loudly publicized them.

However, although the Anmin notice and the recruitment list have been posted, it seems that it has no effect. So much so that the people who were responsible for receiving those with lofty ideals dozed off.

"Bell...... Bell ......"

Seeing that the receptionist was dozing, the face of the guard battalion soldier who led the way was a little ugly, and he immediately knocked on the table.

"Ah......h It's time to eat! Wang Sheng was awakened and said in a daze.

When the soldier of the guard battalion heard this, the corners of his eyes twitched unconsciously, and then he immediately said loudly: "Officer Wang! This is Mr. Zeng Xiangao! ”

It wasn't until this time that Wang Sheng reacted, and he couldn't help but be a little embarrassed when he quickly wiped his saliva, "Ah, it's Mr. Zeng, please sit down!" ”

After asking Zeng Xiangao to sit down, Wang Sheng wanted to order to see the tea, but then he realized that he had no teapot or tea leaves here at all. Because no one came and was too idle, everything was borrowed by people from other departments.

Ignoring Wang Sheng's embarrassed expression, the soldiers of the two guard battalions immediately left. Anyway, they have already brought people here, and the specific reception is not up to them.

So Wang Sheng said with some embarrassment: "Mr. Zeng is really embarrassed, why don't you wait for me to borrow some tea!" ”

"No, no need!" Originally, Zeng Xiangao was still a little nervous, but after Wang Sheng made such a fuss, he relaxed.

"In that case, Mr. Zeng, please fill out a form first!" In order to hide his embarrassment, Wang Sheng hurriedly took a watch for Zeng Xiangao.

"Okay."

Zeng Xiangao took the form and filled it in, the form is very simple is some basic information such as name, gender, age, place of origin, education level, work experience, etc.

Filling out this kind of form is very common for modern people, but Zeng Xiangao is the first time to fill in this kind of form. In order to leave the best impression on the Vermilion Bird Army, Zeng Xiangao looked serious and tried his best to fill in the form perfectly.

"Okay, you see if this will work!" After filling it out, Zeng Xiangao checked it a few more times, and then handed over the form to Wang Sheng with some trepidation.

And Wang Sheng took the watch and looked at it, then nodded and said, "Well, yes, it's very good." ”

Zeng Xiangao couldn't help but feel at ease when he heard it, but Wang Sheng's next sentence instantly stunned him.

I saw Wang Sheng take out a letter of appointment and say, "Mr. Zeng, in view of your academic qualifications and rich work experience. We have decided to appoint you as the prefect of Ruzhou, please take your letter of appointment, and someone will take you to your post later. ”

"What did you say!"

Zeng Xiangao couldn't help but be surprised when he heard this, and he couldn't believe his ears.

"What do you say? Did I hear me wrong! Zeng Xiangao asked again uncertainly.

But Wang Sheng still had that serious expression, he handed over the letter of appointment and said, "You heard it right, you have been officially appointed as the prefect of Ruzhou!" ”

At this time, Zeng Xiangao was already stunned, he had imagined countless results for this investment, but he never thought of this. Just filled out a form, met a person he didn't know who he was, and then he became the prefect of Ruzhou!

"Dare I ask you what your identity is?" After a long time, Zeng Xiangao came back to his senses and asked.

Wang Sheng smiled and replied confidently: "Wang Sheng, the human resources officer of the Suzaku Military Management Committee!" ”

Zeng Xiangao was still confused when he heard this, because he didn't know what a human resource officer was! But judging from the confident and proud expression of the other party, this should be a big official position.

So in a state of confusion and disbelief, Zeng Xiangao, the prefect of Ruzhou, took office.

Originally, Zeng Xiangao thought that someone was joking with him. But it wasn't until a group of people changed him into an official uniform and pushed him into the public court and sat on the official chair that he knew that this was actually true!