Everyone played late into the night, the wine had been drunk and the meat had been eaten, and they were all in good spirits.

Finally sat down and got down to business.

"When I was in the capital today, because of the many people, the old man didn't dare to say much, and there were many arrogant offenses, so please ask the heroes Haihan." Wang Yu first hugged his fists and bowed to everyone, and then said, "The weather has suddenly turned cold, and snowflakes have fallen, and it is estimated that it will not take a few days for the river to freeze." If it doesn't turn sunny or even snows heavily, it is believed that the Jin soldiers are about to enter the south. We're running out of time to prepare. Therefore, the old man will discuss with all the heroes today how to defend against the enemy! ――First of all, when will the heroes of Qixing Mountain be able to send Yelu Yujian? This matter is related to the morale and morale of the Shengjie army. ”

"Xiaosheng has already sent someone to invite, tomorrow my cottage brother will bring all the leaders down the mountain to meet Wang Dutong and send Yelu to see it." Bai Xu said, "If Dutong has any arrangements, he can directly order with my eldest brother at that time." ”

"That's fine." Wang Yu nodded, "The old man wants to ask first, what do you think about the upcoming war in terms of strategy and tactics?" ”

Everyone fell silent and thoughtful. Wang Yu was not in a hurry, and said after a while: "You may as well express your opinions." ”

"Brother Chu, you speak first." Bai Xu said suddenly.

Chu Tianya couldn't help but smile, "I don't understand military affairs, and I've never led soldiers to fight." I can't talk about this kind of thing, it's better for you to arrange it, and I'll learn from it. ”

"You may not be able to execute specific tactics; But strategy and strategy, you should not lose to anyone. Wang Yu said, "At the end of the world, you will be humble and tell me what you think." ”

"Then I'll tell you my opinion." Chu Tianya said, "I have three ideas, one is to clear the wilderness, the second is to cut off the enemy's grain route, and the third is to defend instead of attacking. ”

Wang Yu's eyes lit up, "You might as well talk about it in detail." ”

Chu Tianya said: "From the overall situation, the combat power of the Jurchen army is stronger than ours as a whole. It is not yet known how many people they will have along the way in the clouds, but since the Jurchens have been preparing for a long time, they must do their best to strike south, so as to be sure that one blow will be hit. Therefore, I estimate that the main cavalry of the Jurchens will inevitably pour out. At present, the Jurchens have about 200,000 strong soldiers, and they recruited and absorbed a lot of troops during the conquest of the Liao State, so there should be no less than 100,000 people in the clouds, and most of them are cavalry regiments with strong mobility and field combat capabilities. Among them, there are many elite cavalry such as Tiefutu and Kidnapping Horses, which the Jin State is proud of. Therefore, if the field battle of Kaesong is to use our weakness against the strength of the other, we have almost no chance of winning. But the Jurchens also have obvious shortcomings, that is, they do not have a strong foundation, so they can only take a lone deep surprise attack in order to achieve a quick victory. As you can expect, they didn't bring much rations for the men and horses. If they can't take Taiyuan in a short time, their supplies will have problems, and they will inevitably rely on the surrounding villages and towns to loot rations and make a living. Therefore, we must pinch this weakness of theirs to the death -- to clear the wilderness, cut off the enemy's grain routes, and hold on for a long time! ”

"Yes, yes." Wang Yu nodded appreciatively, "Only by knowing oneself and knowing one's opponent can one win a hundred battles." It seems that Tianya has already learned a lot about the Jurchens from Yelu Yujian. ”

Chu Tianya smiled and said silently, and said in his heart, do you think Yelu Yujian will really tell me this kind of thing?

"Xiao Sheng will add two more sentences." Bai Xu said, "Brother Chu said that the walls are clear and clear, Xiao Sheng thinks it seems easy, but it is extremely difficult to do. Because in addition to Taiyuan City, there are many villages and these cottages around us. In just a few days, it is very difficult to move everyone away, and it is difficult to move all the food, analogy with the livestock in captivity, the grain hidden deep in the cellar. ”

"Xishan and Taihang, these rebel cottages, it is best to join forces to defend one village together, and not to disperse the forces. Otherwise, it is easy to be broken by others! These two parties are assisted from outside, Taiyuan will not be alone, and the Jurchens will not be so unscrupulous if they want to carry out encirclement and attack! Needless to say, all the livestock and grain that can be taken away are taken away; If you really can't take it away, you must destroy it or poison it. Otherwise, you can only stay and feed the enemy! Chu Tianya said, "In addition, the people of the other villages must all move out within a few days, otherwise they will be slaves and guides given to the Jurchens." Moreover, this group of barbarian slaves is extremely hungry, and they dare to eat human flesh. ”

Everyone couldn't help but change their faces slightly: It's so ruthless!

"It seems that Tianya's understanding of the Jurchens is far better than ours." Wang Yu was a little surprised, "Are all of these all Yelu Yu suing you?" ”

"Hmm......" Chu Tianya nodded with a smile, and said in his heart, I will sue you, do I know all this from history books and various historical materials?

"Then it looks like we're going to have to do it." Wang Yu slapped the table and stood up, "I can't say, the old man will go to the barracks immediately, and send notices all over the place to mobilize the army to carry out the important task of clearing the wilderness." In addition, Xun'er, you will stay in the city and lead the soldiers to hire more laborers, step up the construction of the city wall, and collect more grain and grass. In addition, it is also time for the prefect Zhang Xiaochun to issue a notice to inform the people of the upcoming war. The people of the city, who want to flee, flee; Those who are willing to stay in their homeland are invited to stay and fight alongside the army. ”

The student added. Chu Tianya twisted his eyebrows and said, "As soon as the notice comes out, Taiyuan will be in chaos, I don't know how many people have fled with their families, and I don't know how many people are fishing in the water and looting." The students asked the government and the army to send their lives to ensure law and order and stability at this time. In addition, it is strictly necessary to prevent people from hoarding food or abducting large quantities of food to escape. These are our life@roots, in extraordinary times, gold and silver treasures can be disregarded, and all grain will inevitably be collected by the government and the army for unified management and reasonable distribution. ”

"It's a good idea, but it can be a little difficult to execute." Wang Yu frowned and said, "If the people are unwilling to hand over the grain, the army and the government are helpless." ”

"Mainly for the rich and grain merchants in the city. The people's food rations must not be deprived. Otherwise, Taiyuan will be in chaos from within the city and will be self-defeating. Chu Tianya said, "If you want to defend the city, the strength of the government and the army alone is far from enough, you must rely on the strength of the people." Therefore, at this time, we can only sacrifice the interests of a few wealthy families and grain merchants to win the support of more people. ”

Everyone didn't realize that the idea was new. Because in the past, whenever there was any chaos, the government and the army were the first to apportionment and stretch out their hands to the people. Chu Tianya did the opposite, first shooting at the rich households.

"Then I'll leave this matter to you. After a short time, I asked Wang Xun and Zhang Xiaochun to make a statistical summary of the food of the army and the government, and then handed it over to you for distribution. You're in charge of the logistics. After a little thought, Wang Yu made up his mind. He glanced at Chu Tianya a few times and said, "This matter, it is estimated that only you can handle it." ”

"Okay." Chu Tianya smiled, "That's right, the student is not afraid of offending people, whether he is a prince or a nobleman." On the occasion of this extraordinary period, a qiē in order to protect Taiyuan. Whoever dares to disobey this matter will be killed! ”

Wang Yu's eyebrows were slightly raised in shock, he nodded with a deep expression, and said with a fist: "Mr. Bai, please dress all the owners of your village, and gather at the Shengjie army camp outside the city at noon tomorrow, as well as the lords of Meng Zhai and their upper and lower levels, please also be present." The three of us discussed the details of the operation. ”

"Obey your fate!" Meng De and Bai Xu hugged their fists together and promised.

"The matter of building a city and collecting grain will be temporarily handed over to Tianya and Xun'er to carry out. The old man will inform Governor Zhang to assist you. Wang Yu stood up, "Time is urgent, please hurry up!" - We must work together to fight the gold thief! ”

"Work together to fight the gold thief!" Everyone stood up together and hugged their fists to send each other.

Wang Yu's father and son took their leave and left.

Compared with the previous liveliness, the atmosphere in the room began to become a little tense and dignified at this time.

"I'll wait, it's time to go." Bai Xu said, "After dawn, I will go out of the city and wait for the eldest brother to come down the mountain to meet, and then we will enter the barracks to discuss the battle rules, and then go to the battlefield." This farewell, it is estimated that I don't know when we will meet again. Take care, everyone! ”

Meng De also got up, "I should go too." First go back to Tianlong Mountain, and invite the leaders and elders to discuss the battle. Take care, brother! Everyone, take care! ”

Everyone stood up and said goodbye to each other.

Only Xiao Linglong sat there, holding a bowl of wine, not moving at all.

"Little sister? Princess? Bai Xu called carefully.

"Please ask the fourth brother to reply to the eldest brother that he knows, and he will say...... Xiao Linglong is willing to stay in the city! Xiao Linglong lifted the bowl and drank the whole bowl of wine, and said, "If there is any disobedience, please forgive the eldest brother!" ”

"You...... Stay in Taiyuan and don't lead the troops with us? Bai Xu was a little surprised.

"I've made up my mind." Xiao Linglong turned her eyes to look at Bai Xu and said affirmatively, "Please convey it to the fourth brother." ”

Everyone looked at Chu Tianya in unison, Chu Tianya was stunned for a moment, and said in his heart that it depends on what I do, and I didn't keep her!

"Okay, Xiaosheng knows." Bai Xu smiled meaningfully and said, "Then little sister, please take care." ”

"Then I'll wait and part ways!" Meng Dedao, "Everyone, take care, there will be a period later!" ”

"Big brother and slow." Chu Tianya suddenly stopped him, brought a big box and handed it to him, and said, "This is the Tu Jinji Iron Armor that I promised you, big brother, take it back!" ”

"You gave it to me, what do you use? No, it's better for the brothers to keep it for themselves! Meng De refused to ask for it.

Chu Tianya smiled and said, "Big brother, don't worry, firstly, I rarely have the opportunity to go to the battlefield in person, and secondly, it is not difficult for me to get the armor again." Big brother will soon go into battle to fight, and this good armor is more valuable when worn on you. ”

"Thank you, brother." Meng De took it happily, smiled, and nodded, "Brother, after victory, I will get drunk again!" ”

"Okay, it's a deal!"

In this way, Meng De, Bai Xu and others left. Only Chu Tianya, Xiao Linglong and He Bo Xiaoai were left in the house.

"Why don't you go?" Chu Tianya asked Xiao Linglong at this time, "Once a fight starts, the city will inevitably be chaotic and very dangerous." If the time of the fight grows, the city will be starved of food. At that time, it will be possible for people to eat people. If you go to Qixing Mountain, you can have more ways to live. ”

"Why bother talking nonsense, I'm not here for you." Xiao Linglong took a deep breath and drank a whole bowl of wine again, slammed the bowl on the table, and turned her head to look at Chu Tianya fixedly, "I just can't rest assured that Uncle He." If he dies in the city, who will teach me the rest of the marksmanship? ”

"This girl is still so mean in her mouth." He Bo smiled, "Forget it, you don't have to explain anything." It's good to stay. In case there is a three-long and two-short, we can also have multiple companions on Huangquan Road! ”