When Chen Ying saw Pang Yue saluting, he didn't shirk it, he accepted it generously, and then he also bowed back with a solemn face: "Please accept Chen's worship as well!" ”

Pang Yue was a little puzzled: "Sir, why is this?" ”

Chen Ying smiled calmly, his expression returned to solemnity, and his tone was almost categorical: "Not for anything else, just for this today, only the huge handsome man can be called the first person to save the Han family!" ”

Hearing this, Pang Yue's heart trembled violently. Pen? Interesting? Pavilion wWw. ｂiquge。 info calmed down for a moment, and said quietly: "Expelling the Tartars and restoring the Han family should be the inherent responsibility of my Ming generals, but how can Pang Mou dare to be the first person to praise him?"

"For a good general, the first five words are wisdom, faith, benevolence, courage and strictness." Chen Ying was not in a hurry, and said, "A huge handsome young man joined the army, rose between the ranks with his military exploits, knew the way of using troops and was expensive in adapting measures to local conditions, repeatedly outnumbered the people, defeated the strong with the weak, and the inferior army could defend southern Jiangnan, retreat from the Yu chieftain, level the two Guangzhou, and protect half of the Ming Dynasty, which is also wise; In the past, the Tartar soldiers plundered Jiangxi, and the people of the government and the opposition were panicked, but Pang Shuai could not forget the original promise, put his own safety at risk, and criticized him outside the crossing, and personally mentioned the tiger under his command to save the car for thousands of miles, and protect the Son of Heaven. Since Pang Shuai took charge of the Huguang Division, he has been kind to military households, generous and loving, painstaking management, and seeking benefits for the people. At the beginning, the Yu chieftain led the captives to invade the south, how great the momentum was, the color was strong and inward, such as the Huang Dynasty Xuanzhi and the like, there were soldiers and horses in hand, but there were only two wars, shrinking their heads, and they boasted of loyalty and righteousness like He Tengjiao's generation, and they could only shrink into the city, like snakes and rats. Only Pang Shuai can know the difficulties and lead his athletes to fight the enemy in the wilderness. If this is not bravery, then who is brave? This time, the Wang brothers started in Xiangyang. Pang Shuai complied with the will of heaven and raised troops to the north, and he did not commit any crimes in the two autumns he visited. There is neither harmless behavior nor reckless retaliation, and the whole army is forbidden by order, just like one person, Pang Shuai's strict management of the army can also be seen from this. ”

"Mr. has won the award" Pang Yue only said such a humble sentence, but over there, Chen Ying shook his head and sighed, saying that it was a pity. Looked at. Pang Yue asked again: "Sir, who is this and what is the pity?" ”

"Not for others, but for Pang Shuai."

Pang Yue suddenly laughed dumbly: "Mr. Fang Cai's praise made Pang himself a little embarrassed, why did Pang become a pity for so long?" ”

Chen Ying breathed a long sigh of relief and looked straight into Pang Yue's eyes: "Pang Shuai has both wisdom, faith, benevolence, courage and strictness, and is certainly a good general in the world." However, how can there be dragons in the abyss and tigers in the kennels? Chenzhou is small, not enough to fulfill Pang Shuai's ambition. And Pang Shuai is limited to this embarrassing situation. It also seems that there are too many concerns, resulting in too many constraints and not being able to show their skills, if this goes on for a long time. It is inevitable that the opportunity will be missed, and the hero will be resentful. ”

"Sir is ...... mean"

Chen Ying smiled heartily: "I didn't say anything." Now is a good opportunity for Pang Shuai to break the game, as long as this battle is successful. The situation in Hubei will definitely change, and Pang Shuai's previous predicament will naturally be solved. ”

Thousands of thoughts flew through Pang Yue's heart. After pondering for a moment, he deliberately asked: "It will be up to Mr. Even if the First World War was successful, it is inevitable that the situation in Hubei will be changed, but what can be said about the resolution of Pang's predicament? ”

At this time, Chen Ying just smiled and didn't answer, leaned less, and his smile gradually faded: "But I don't know if Pang Shuai understands, although this clumsy plan has the possibility of success, it is also risky." Once it fails, the most important thing is that Pang Shuai's soldiers and horses will suffer huge losses, and it is not yet known whether they can escape from danger safely, even if they can withdraw to Hunan, those scheming people in the court may attack it in groups, and then it will be even more difficult for Pang Shuai to make a difference. At least the light of all, Huguang Town's vitality was injured and returned in vain, Pang Shuai's previous careful preparations were all in vain, and he might be able to retreat with his whole body, but the opportunity was missed, and the Tartars will also strengthen their precautions, and in the future, at least within a year, Pang Shuai is afraid that it will be difficult to pose a threat to Hubei, and there is no way to talk about breaking the situation. But will the Tartars give Pang Shuai more time? ”

Speaking of risks, Pang Yue is naturally clear, but since he is in this era of ups and downs, and at the critical moment of China's life and death, where is there no risk? If you want stability, it's simple, just shave your hair and keep braids and lower your tartars. But as long as he thought of the hundreds of years of humiliation that the nation would endure, of those who sacrificed their lives to save the nation from peril, and of what Huang Degong said to him on the eve of the decisive battle, he felt that he had no reason to be afraid. Even if you start from personal interests, as Chen Ying just said, in order to get out of the predicament as soon as possible and make a difference, there is no need for you to suffer from gains and losses. Once his mind was decided, Pang Yue only felt full of pride, and said with a smile: "Pang Mou secretly thinks that Mr. is a little conservative. If this plan fails, this is nothing more than Pang Mou being captured by Shang Kexi's old thief and sending him to the Beijing division to kill him. But Pang still decided to give it a try, a good man and a husband can do something but not do it, it is better to die clean! ”

After listening to what Pang Yue said, Chen Ying was silent for a moment like a statue, dressed up and saluted again, and when he got up, there was a faint sparkle in his eyes: "If there is a general like this, the sky will not die in the Han family!"

Pang Yue was ashamed in his heart, and he didn't even dare to say it, so he personally helped Chen Ying to sit down: "If this battle is won, then Mr. Gong's merits, Pang Mou and the soldiers of the three armies will be remembered forever." In addition, please forgive Pang for rashly asking, is Mr. here just to offer this plan? ”

"Pang Shuai doesn't have to have this question," Chen Ying's tone is ordinary, but he can feel the solemnity in it surprisingly clearly, "Although I have read a few books, I don't despise the twisted attitude of some poor literati, and he has always been quick to talk. It has not been a day or two since Pang Shuai's prestige reached his ears, and he did not come to ask for a meeting at the next time. After this interview with Pang Shuai, I was even more determined in my heart. If Pang Shuai doesn't dislike some stinky problems below, he will be shy and stay in the next place, and do his best for Pang Shuai's great cause. ”

Pang Yue didn't expect it to be so smooth, he was overjoyed, stood up and grabbed Chen Ying's hand and laughed: "Mr. is humble! Sir, humble himself! To have Mr. help, Pang is really overjoyed! This is providential, providential! It's God who wants to help me Huguang Town and help me Pang! ”

Chen Ying waved his hand and said, "I can assist the handsome." When it is the next three lives, I am lucky! ”

The two looked at each other, and each let out a hearty laugh.

…………

can be penetrated by a scribe like Chen Ying, who is proficient in the art of war. Pang Yue was naturally full of joy, and the subsequent conversation was also very speculative. Both of them have a feeling of hating each other in their hearts.

It wasn't until the soldiers brought breakfast that the two ended their conversation. Pang Yue originally wanted to ask Chen Ying to rest first, but Chen Ying refused and insisted on exploring the terrain again. Pang Yue was not reluctant to do this, and carefully arranged people to protect him.

After Chen Ying left, Pang Yue summoned the heralds and issued several military orders to send to each battalion, ordering the army to suspend the attack today and pay close attention to the enemy's movements. Later, Ma Yuancheng, who was in charge of the Intelligence Department, was found. So and so explained.

............

At the head of Jingzhou City, Shang Kexi looked at the Ming army camp outside the city, thoughtfully, as if he was talking to himself, and as if he was talking to the people around him: "Why didn't this pseudo-Ming thief army attack the city today?" ”

Ban Zhifu, the general on the side, took over the conversation: "Lord Mingjian, the news of the destruction of Xiangyang City must have also entered the camp of Ming thieves, for them, there is a strong city in front, and there are reinforcements from our army in the back." I'm afraid you don't dare to risk more casualties, right? ”

Shang Kexi stroked the stiff stubble on his chin, and looked intently outside the city: "What you said is not unreasonable, if there are other pseudo-Ming thieves on the other side, I may be relieved." But when I think of this dog thief. I just go up and down for no reason. Although this guy is hateful, he has some skills, and I don't dare to be careless! ”

Ban Zhifu subconsciously owed his body. said with a smile: "Lord Wang, please relax, the two armies are facing each other." Pang Thief may have some carving insect skills, but in the end, it depends on the strength that determines the victory or defeat. Even if the thief has some soldiers to fight. So what? I have nearly 10,000 defenders in Jingzhou, sufficient grain and grass, and the prince is in charge, so it will be foolproof. For now, he will endure for a few days, and when he waits for reinforcements to arrive, this is when this thief is defeated. ”

"You're a fucking talker!" Shang Kexi was still expressionless, but his eyes were obviously relaxed, "How is the morale of our army in the city?" ”

"Back to the prince, all battalions are stable, and they can wait for the prince's military orders at any time."

"That's good! I have a lot to do these days, and I don't have much time to walk around. You and Xu Erxian will have to keep an eye on me a little more. I gave all the food, grass, and ordnance needed by the battalions, and I never bargained with anyone. I don't have too many extravagant hopes, and I want to be the same now, Jingzhou. At this critical moment, if someone dares to bewitch the public and shake the morale of the army, he will directly take his head! ”

"Yes, Lord Wang!"

Shang Kexi remembered something again: "The contact with the Lord of Chengbei Ka has not been interrupted, right?" ”

"No, after all, the thief army is not too strong, where can Jingzhou be surrounded to death?"

"You must always keep in touch with him, no matter how many people die and how many horses die, this line cannot be broken. In addition, send someone to go again in the evening, and ask him to attack at a certain time. In the past, the cowhide was always blowing loudly, why did it leak and fall into the trap as soon as I met the dog thief? We can't fight in the city, he's watching the excitement in the north, right? ”

"The last general will arrange it in the evening." Ban Zhifu said, "Lord Wang, in addition, Wuchang, do you want to continue to send people to urge?" ”

Shang Kexi nodded: "Well, continue to send." The old rule, once every three days. What we lack now, take care of what he wants, and what he doesn't lack for the time being, he also asks. Luo Xiujin's old bastard belongs to Wang Ba, I don't expect him to make any effort, and I sent someone to remind the old boy, he is the governor of Huguang, Lao Tzu never owes him anything, this strength can't let Lao Tzu go out alone. ”

...........

Inside the city of Jingzhou, the Qing army was heavily guarded, and outside the city, although the Ming army did not attack, it was also ready to fight. In the big tent of the Chinese army in Huguang Town, Pang Yue was discussing with Gao Yigong. When he told Gao Yigong about the plan, Gao Yigong was also surprised, and then he didn't speak for a long time, trying to weigh the pros and cons in his heart.

Pang Yue was not surprised by Gao Yigong's performance, and he also understood it very well. After all, the loyalty camp has suffered too many setbacks in the past few years, and the family has a big business, so it is natural that he can't think about the problem as open-mindedly as he does. But without the help of the Loyalty Battalion, this bold plan would not have been carried out easily. Although Pang Yue is the nominal commander of this northern expedition, the loyal battalion is the old department of the Dashun army, and it has always been self-contained, so of course they can't be like their own descendants, just give orders.

After talking for a long time, Pang Yue had already explained the risk. The possible gains have been clearly stated, and the possible reactions of the enemy forces in Hubei and the surrounding areas and the countermeasures that can be taken by the side have also been analyzed. Gao Yigong still did not make a clear statement.

But Pang Yue's patience is still there, and he knows it very well. This is a matter of urgency.

"General Gao, I also know the worries in your heart. That's right, this plan involves great risks, and at worst you and me will fall to the ground, and at worst, our army's vitality will be greatly damaged. I'd rather be conservative if I don't have to. But this opportunity is rare, if the battle is won, not only Huguang, but also the general trend of the world will change. Although Pang is not talented. I am also willing to take some risks and do what I can for the people of the world and for the tens of thousands of athletes under my command. Since the Jiashen years, the loyal battalion has suffered many hardships, and now there are many family members, women and children to take care of, so the Marquis of Xingguo and General Gao naturally need to consider more aspects than me, and I know all of this. But I believe that the generals of the Loyal Battalion are all well-known heroes, and they will have a long-term vision. In order to complete the great cause of expelling the Tartars, the tens of thousands of troops in Huguang Town cannot always be partially located in northern Hunan Province. Could it be that the loyalty camp is willing to stay in the barren Jiuxiwei? This battle is said to be for ourselves and the soldiers under our command, and far away it is for the great cause of recovering Kyushu and saving the people of the world. Today, the Hubei Tartars are empty. There is also civil strife, and when will our army not seize the opportunity to break one of his arms? Could it be that when he waits for another day, the Tartars will gather heavy troops and calmly go south from Hubei? I would also like to say something presumptuous. General Gao should know more about Tartars than I do. Don't forget the stones, Tongguan, and Yulin of the year. ”

Speaking of this, Pang Yue found that Gao Yigong's brows were twisted even more. The hand on the knee was clenched, and the nail of the thumb almost pierced into the flesh of the index finger. However, everything that should be said has already been said, and Pang Yue is not easy to persuade too much, so he breathes a long sigh of relief, and finally adds: "Of course, how to choose is still up to General Gao. But no matter what, neither I, nor the soldiers of Huguang Town, will be reluctant to be loyal to the camp. Just ask General Gao to keep it confidential. ”

"Bang!" Hearing this loud noise, Pang Yue almost didn't spill the tea. At first glance, it was Gao Yigong who smashed his fist on the table, and the vinegar bowl hit the simple table almost on the spot. Pang Yue was first shocked, and then he was overjoyed, and a boulder on his chest finally fell to the ground.

Gao Yigong, whose brows had been completely relaxed, stood up and hugged his fists towards Pang Yue: "Thank you Pang Shuai for your words." That's right, in the past few years, my loyal battalion has suffered too much, as the so-called once bitten by a snake, ten years afraid of the well rope, I, and Buzhi (Li Guo) them, have become a bit of a girl-like pick and shrink, no longer have the pride and ambition when the army started, sometimes I feel ashamed when I think about it. Now in front of Pang Shuai, I might as well dare to say a few words, back then, when we were loyal to the camp, oh, we were still called thieves, and when we followed King Chuang to fight in the south and the north, how arrogant was that? I remember that at that time, it was even more difficult for us than now, we wanted no people, no weapons, no supplies, but we never knew what it meant to be afraid, what it meant to hesitate, even when there were only a dozen horsemen left, we were retreating while thinking about how to make a comeback. At that time, it was as if we had inexhaustible courage in our hearts, and our waists were like iron. It is precisely by relying on these that we have laid our own country. But now? Sometimes, I can't sleep at night and often wonder why our loyalty camp can only shrink to such a big fart now, lack of food and clothing, and have to suffer the anger of some dog officials? Later, I slowly figured out that it was because our waist pole had been broken, and since the king was in trouble, our iron waist pole had also been broken. As for what Pang Shuai just said, about a piece of stone, Tongguan, and Yulin, the enmity of King Chuang, Jiexuan (Liu Zongmin) and countless old brothers, I haven't forgotten, and we haven't forgotten up and down the loyal camp! How not to want revenge? After listening to Pang Shuai's words today, I also completely figured it out, if you want revenge, you have to straighten your waist first, but this is not something that can be done with your mouth, when King Chuang took us to climb through the corpse mountain and the sea of blood, the iron waist pole laid down, and now if you want to get it back, you have to go through another bloody battle and a vicious battle. Now, now that the opportunity has come, my loyalty camp naturally has no reason to back down. I believe that they will also understand this principle. The 10,000 loyal battalion soldiers outside Jingzhou City are ready to be dispatched by Pang Shuai at any time. As for the supplement, if Pang Shuai needs it, I can write to him to explain, but it really can't be done, I can go to Wuchang in person. ”

Pang Yue sighed lightly, stood up and looked at Gao Yigong deeply: "General Gao Yi, Pang Mou has thanked the soldiers of the three armies in Huguang Town on behalf of him!" ”

Gao Yigong hurriedly stepped forward to help him up, and shook his head again and again: "Pang Shuai, is this trying to make Gao feel ashamed?" When it comes to righteous words, who can compare to Pang Shuai? We've known each other for a long time, and everyone in the loyalty camp knows what Pang Shuai is like. If there were more people like Pang Shuai in the Chongzhen Dynasty back then, I and Bu Zhi and others might not have followed King Chuang to raise troops. Pang Shuai can leave life and death behind for the sake of the common people in the world, isn't there a hot-blooded man in my loyalty camp? On weekdays, Pang Shuai generously donated to the loyalty camp, and entrusted him with confidentiality at a critical time, if we don't do anything, how can we be worthy of Pang Shuai's trust? ”

Pang Yue laughed, said three good words in a row, and stretched out a palm: "Don't say much about the rest, I hope our army can succeed in one battle this time!" ”

Gao Yigong also laughed loudly, said very good, and raised his hand to hit Pang Yue's palm.

"Smack!" With a crisp sound, the battle plan was officially decided. (To be continued.) )