Great summer Kyoto, these days Yu Ban mood is very happy. Although the 200,000 soldiers and horses mobilized from Ma Ruzheng's hands were not under his control, the victory of the double seal made the crown prince Dezhang shine, and the suppressed Prince Hong's side was almost silent. If this momentum continues, there will be two more victories, and the crown prince will be able to ascend to the throne in great glory without waiting for the war to end.

In the prince's palace, Prince Hong is also lamenting, he has done his best to protect Delong's interests. Even Prince Hong felt that he could no longer stop Dezhang's ascension to the throne. No matter from which aspect, Prince Dezhang pressed Delong with an absolute advantage. Prince Hong is old, and he no longer cares about his own gains and losses. The only thing that Prince Hong was worried about was that after Dezhang ascended the throne, Yu Ban's family became dominant. It is even said that even Dezhang is difficult to suppress the ban. He only hoped that Delong could join forces with Lidu City to form a force that contained the ban. Otherwise, sooner or later, the Great Xia Dynasty will be completely controlled by Yu Ban one day.

In Xining, Xining, Xining Hou Zhao Liru sat on pins and needles, and the loss of Shuangfeng Mountain made him feel extremely pressured. originally thought that with the army of He Xiliang, the southern battalion, he would be able to resist the advance of Great Xia. As soon as the Nanping army withdrew, Yan Facheng actually led hundreds of thousands of troops to forcibly take Shuangfeng Mountain. At this moment, the whole Xining became panicked. In desperation, Zhao Li, Marquis of Xining, once again asked Bai Ruokong to go to Nanping, and was willing to ask the lord of Nanping to send troops to rescue. However, he also knew that this request for help would probably have to pay double the price.

The capital of the Great Xia calendar. After the arrival of the new army in Kyoto, the first plenary exercise was held in the camp. After the exercise, the quality of each battalion was immediately displayed. Originally, the soldiers and horses of the capital city were murderous, and the guards of the Landu city experienced the war, and their performance was passable. But the 200,000 soldiers and horses from Kyoto are as rotten as scum.

The whole drill was presided over by the female military division Tangtai Mingyue, and after the drill, Tangtai Mingyue immediately gathered the battalion leaders together.

In the meeting hall, Duan Lang was not there, but none of the generals dared to despise Tangtai Mingyue. Even Lu Zhengshan, the commander of the new army battalion from Kyoto, and Geng Zhishan, the deputy general, also threw themselves on the five-body body that this female military division admired.

Tantai Mingyue looked at the generals and said loudly, "Generals, after this exercise, it is not difficult for everyone to see the strength of the major battalions. In order to ensure the overall combat quality of our capital city, according to the decision of the commander Duan Langzhi, we are now breaking the allocation between various arms of the army and reorganizing the source of troops. A few days ago, this military division has already informed you, and I believe you will not have any opinions. ”

The generals in the audience were expressionless, and although the original generals of Lidu City were dissatisfied, they did not dare to speak out under the pressure of Duan Lang. Feng Ming and Wei Du and other generals of the Lan Capital City were also calm in their hearts after Fang Yan's persuasion. Not to mention Lu Zhengshan and Geng Zhishan, they were eager to assign those veterans over so that they could form combat effectiveness as soon as possible.

Seeing that everyone did not object, Tantai Mingyue continued, "Since this is the case, then I will start to redistribute the source of troops." This distribution will form a fixed system. In the future, there will be a replenishment of troops, and the major camps will accept it on their own. ”

As she spoke, she picked up a copy that had already been drawn up and began to redistribute the sources of troops and the commanders of each battalion. This time, Yutai Mingyue completely broke the barriers between the battalions and remixed the recruits and veterans. In terms of troops, light cavalry, heavy armored cavalry, chariot battalion, firearms battalion, infantry battalion, etc., are very carefully distributed. However, most of the veterans of Lidu City who had experienced the war were promoted to the heads of the hundred household generals.

After the arrangement was completed, Zhou Long looked at Yutai Mingyue strangely, because among all the preparations, there was no name for him. It is even said that even the soldiers of the forward battalion in his hands did not move.

"Bright Moon Commander, have you forgotten us? It seems that ~ I didn't hear the name under the compilation? Zhou Long couldn't help but ask.

All the generals looked at Zhou Long one after another, and they also felt strange, they really didn't hear Zhou Long's name read by Mingyue just now.

Yutai Mingyue smiled slightly, "General Zhou Long, the 30,000 elites in your hands remain unchanged. ”

When Zhou Long heard this, he immediately stood up in surprise, "Thank you, Master Commander." ”

Zhou Long was happy, but the others were not happy, especially Huang Zhi, Wang Fuzhong, Zhang Qifeng, and other old men who followed Duan Lang, and they suddenly became noisy.

"Mingyue Military Division, you are not fair, why did you divide our soldiers and horses, and keep Dalong alone."

"I don't agree either, the soldiers and horses that have been trained with great difficulty must be divided."

Listening to the indignant noise of the generals, Tantai Mingyue waited for them to say almost, and then pressed his hand and signaled everyone to be quiet.

"This decision is not my opinion. If you feel unfair, then go directly to Duan Lang. According to the meaning of our Duan Shuai, it is necessary to retain the ability of Zhou Long's soldiers and horses to fight quickly and fiercely. Moreover, General Zhou Long's troops and horses will be reorganized into a pro-military battalion, which will be directly under the jurisdiction of Duan Shuai. If any of you have a different opinion, I can write it down and let Duan Lang talk to you. After speaking, Yutai Mingyue looked at everyone with a smile.

As soon as they heard that it was Duan Lang's decision, Huang Zhi and the others suddenly stopped talking. They could say a few words arrogantly in front of Tantai Mingyue, but in front of Duan Lang, it was absolute authority, and no one dared to challenge it.

Seeing that everyone was still a little indignant, Liu Xusheng said, "Everyone doesn't know, it won't be long before Duan Shuai will personally lead Zhou Long's soldiers and horses to fight behind enemy lines. So, these veterans with combat experience did not move for the time being. ”

After listening to Liu Xusheng's explanation, the generals in the audience were stunned, and Feng Ming hurriedly asked, "General Liu, Duan Shuai is going to fight back?" ”

Liu Xusheng looked at Lantai Mingyue, and Tangtai Mingyue said, "This matter is only known to people above the general, so don't leak it for the time being." As for the specific situation, Duan Lang is studying it. In addition, Liu Xusheng, Zhou Hu, and Cui Zhiliang will serve as the training and assessment generals of the battalion, and oversee the training projects and assessments of the major battalions. If you don't have any opinions, then go back and divide the troops immediately. This training lasts for a month, I hope everyone here has a psychological preparation, the training in the capital city is not ordinary. From the general to the guard, anyone who can't hold out will be eliminated from the game. ”

Yutai Mingyue looked at everyone with a provocative gaze, especially the generals from Kyoto and Landu City, they didn't know how bad the training was in Lidu City. As a soldier, what you are most afraid of is being looked down upon, let alone a general who leads the troops. Hearing the words of Tantai Mingyue, Lu Zhengshan and the others puffed up their chests one by one, and looked at Zhou Long and other generals of the capital city demonstratively.

After the discussion, the major battalions immediately went into action. It wasn't until sunset that the chaotic army returned to its place. Yutai Mingyue did not return home, but took the general of the training department and began to study the training plan and the strength and weakness.

Within the palace, Duan Lang has not been idle these days. Zhou Guangji sent news from Kyoto and analyzed the entire situation in Kyoto to Duan Lang. On the other side, the people sent by Azhu also brought back news from Landu City.

Zhang Ruming gnawed on the jerky in his mouth, and said in a chaotic voice, "Duan Lang, your analysis is good, Han Pingzi and they send people to look for grain and grass every day." Even offered a high bounty, who can tell the location of the hidden grain and grass, and reward 5,000 taels of silver. I'm also a little strange, you tell me where Fang Jiye hid the grain and grass? ”

Li Jianshan smiled, "What, do you still want to receive the reward?" ”

"I'm just worried that so many soldiers and horses are digging in the city, don't really dig them out."

Duan Lang said with a smile, "Even if they dig all over the city, they won't find food." ”

Zhang Ruming was stunned, "What, it's not underground?" ”

Duan Lang looked at the curious eyes of the two, "Okay, I'll tell you both of you this secret." Actually, this is not the credit of my father-in-law. If you want to go back to it, I'm afraid it will go back a long way. When the Landu City was built, the city wall on the east side left a mezzanine. Because the east side wall is narrow, it is not conducive to the placement of catapults, so there is no fear of the collapse of the city wall. Over time, this mezzanine was forgotten. Later, only a few high-ranking people in the western battalion knew about it. Quartermaster Hu Binggao said that he only used his father-in-law's personal barracks, and after hiding grain and grass, he resealed the secret door with earth and stones. Therefore, the people in the city did not know where to store it, and it was useless to offer a reward. ”

"The mezzanine of the city walls? This is a big deal, no wonder Han Pingzi can't find food. ”

Li Jianshan couldn't help but sigh, he knew that building the city wall was a big project, and under normal circumstances, he would never leave a mezzanine in the city wall. If Duan Lang didn't say it, Li Jianshan wouldn't think about the city wall if he wanted to break his head.

Zhang Ruming looked at Duan Lang, "If they can't find food, are you kid about to leave?" ”

Duan Lang nodded, "In the past few days, I have asked Da Fei to cross the Two Realms Mountain to observe, according to the news sent by Landu City, their grain and grass are running out, and they should be sent over soon." ”

"Duan Lang, now there are many soldiers and horses in Landu City, what if you take a detour from the North City Gate and they come to intercept at both ends?" Li Jianshan asked worriedly.

Duan Lang took a long breath, "Mingyue is also worried about this problem, once it is intercepted by the other party's Hook Sickle Array and Longbow Battalion, I am afraid that there will be a lot of losses." So, we have to cross at night. Only late at night, Han Pingzi and Lu Mu did not dare to send troops out of the city without authorization. ”

Zhang Ruming knew that Duan Lang had made up his mind, so he no longer persuaded him, and patted Duan Lang on the shoulder, "If it weren't for Ah Zhu, I would definitely fight side by side with you." Whether it succeeds or not, you kid must promise me to come back alive. ”

"Lord Shangguan is right, you have to be careful in everything." Li Jianshan also said.

Duan Lang looked at the two of them with emotion, "After I leave, I may not come back for a while, and the capital city will be handed over to you in the future." ”

Li Jianshan said, "Although don't worry, Mingyue is in charge of the war, and the rest will take care of the capital city with Lord Shangguan." ”

Duan Lang nodded, the closer he was to sending troops in the past two days, the more relieved he was in his heart. Duan Lang planned to attack on the other side of the Landu City for a while, and he was also worried that Han Pingzi would be forced to rush and lead a large army to attack the Lidu City frantically. Although Tantai Mingyue is talented, after all, she has not experienced a real war. Duan Lang didn't know if Mingyue would be able to withstand the test of war when the army attacked.

After the division of the army of Lidu City, in just two days, the screams of ghosts and wolves were heard from the major battalions. Many generals have complained to Liu Xusheng. But the results of the complaint were all rejected and transferred to Duan Lang, who even commented that casualties were allowed. At this moment, those generals from Kyoto and Landu City understood why the soldiers and horses of Lidu City were so good. Training alone is comparable to the damage of a skirmish.

Duan Lang, who was waiting, finally ushered in the news of Dafei. Knowing that the grain and grass army of Xiyue had arrived at the Liangjie Mountain, Duan Lang knew that he could not wait any longer and must immediately lead his troops to attack.

In the capital city, Zhou Long led an army of 30,000 troops to assemble. For the sake of safety, Duan Lang asked Zhou Wu to follow with a hundred scouts.

Tantai Mingyue and Fang Yan reluctantly said goodbye to Duan Lang. The two of them were sent from the inside of the house to the outside of the house, and then followed from the outside of the house to the city gate.

Duan Lang looked at Mingyue and said uneasily, "Yue'er, if you really want to face a war, discuss with Xusheng and them." No matter what happens, I must let Da Fei and Xiao Bai inform me. ”

"Don't worry, the military side won't let you down."

Fang Yan also took Duan Lang's hand, "Lang, take care of yourself, don't let us worry." ”

Duan Lang stroked Fang Yan's cheek, he knew that Fang Yan was forcing a smile these days, hiding the pain in the depths of his heart.

"Yan, after I set foot in the Lan Capital City, I will comfort my father-in-law and mother-in-law in the spirit of heaven and marry you."

"It's not me, it's us, Mingyue and I are waiting for you to come back." Fang Yan looked at Mingyue shyly.

Duan Lang looked at the two of them, smiled and nodded. Zhang Ruming and the others watched silently, and no one came up to disturb.

Outside the city gate, the Seventh Prince Delong led everyone to see off Duan Lang's army ceremoniously. They knew that Duan Lang's departure indicated the beginning of the counterattack of Lidu City. The Western Theater, which has been quiet for more than a month, will once again ignite the flames of war.