Chapter 171: What Do You Want?
Seeing that the rebel army was endangered, and suddenly had a way out, and also figured out the military strength of the destination Songjiang County, Dian Yong, Xu Shizhong and other generals were of course very happy. βοΌ
But at the same time, they have mixed feelings.
Across the Bayan Mountains, even Yuan Xingwei was not very clear about the situation in Songjiang, but Chen Wu was able to casually tell detailed information. Is it because he secretly has another news channel, or did he guess it early on and made careful preparations in advance?
If it is the latter, this ability to be an almost unpredictable prophet is really terrifying!
In the hearts of the generals present, there was a little more awe and admiration.
Only such a leader can lead them to escape the encirclement and suppression of the empire and continue to grow stronger.
"I know you still have a lot of questions, but don't worry, we still have a lot of time to discuss slowly on the way to the east. Now, is there any opposition or objection to the rebels' plan to abandon Wu'an and advance eastward to Songjiang County? β
At a time when the army of nearly 30,000 city guards and tigers and wolves was rapidly approaching, and every minute and second was precious, Chen Wu didn't want to waste time and directly began to consult the public.
After all, the overall eastward march of the rebel army also required a lot of preparation, and there was really not much time left for them.
"Dian Yong has no objection!"
"One qiΔ obeys the orders of General Tiangong."
With the previous explanation and analysis, the generals who were recruited basically had no doubts and expressed their support one after another.
Although Chen Wu could rely on his prestige to force his way through, it was naturally best to obtain the consent of the whole army when it involved such a major strategic change. Now that he was united, he did not hesitate anymore and began to issue orders one after another as the general of Tiangong.
"First, step up the sale of the seized property and make every effort to purchase all kinds of military supplies in Wu'an. In addition to the original list of checklists. It is necessary to add new drugs such as realgar that can repel poisonous insects, and there is no limit to the amount of what you can collect. β
"Second, count the artisans who are in the service of the rebels, blacksmiths, carpenters, and the military workers of the Ordnance Division's workshops, along with their families. Get them all in the barracks. It is best to persuade or buy at a high price, and if the other party is really unwilling, you can use some strong measures if necessary. β
"Thirdly, recall all the rebels who are out there, and at the same time immediately begin to pack up their belongings, prepare the carts and the animals that pull them."
After explaining these three points, Chen Wu looked around at the soldiers, and said in an aggravated tone: "Three days!" We only have three days to prepare! After this point in time, evacuate no matter what! β
"Three days?"
Whether it is Dian Yong, Xu Shizhong and other generals, or Shi Xianqian and Yuan Xingwei. They were all taken aback by the deadline set by Chen Wu. If it was only the Taiping Battalion and the Volunteer Battalion of the Righteous Army, this time would be more than enough. But the righteous army captured Wu'an, and through the transaction with the Lin family, they obtained a large amount of grain and grass. If you want to bring these with you, three days is too tight.
Although the city guards are terrifying, after all, they have not yet entered Taiping County. Moreover, even if they come to the city, most of them will attack Wu'an first. Save the family in the city, and then think about chasing and killing the rebels, right?
There are more than eight meters of city walls. No matter how bad the good friends are, it should be no problem to hold out for three or five days.
This time was enough for them to go east into the Bayan Mountains, so cautious?
"Don't be careless!"
Chen Wu did not compromise and retreated, and said solemnly: "The city guards are strong in the world, and the marching speed is not comparable to ordinary troops. They were after approaching Wu'an. It is likely that he will choose to march quickly, fifty miles a day or even faster, in order to catch us by surprise. Moreover, the Lin family is deeply rooted in Wu'an, which is not something you can imagine. Without our help to suppress it. Just by the Friends of Good Friends ......"
He didn't say anything later, but the contempt in his words could be felt by anyone.
In short, don't get your hopes up for their defense!
Although he was skeptical in his heart, since Chen Wu said so, all the soldiers unanimously chose to listen to the order.
When necessary, it is better to abandon some unimportant materials, but also to ensure that the preparation for the strategic transfer is completed within three days.
After his generals went out one after another and acted separately, Chen Wu opened his mouth and stopped Shi Xianqian and Yuan Xingwei.
At the moment, there are two more important things that they need to do.
"Yuan Xingwei, go to the Good Friends Association in my name and talk to Wang Huifang. Sue them, we know everything about the eve of the Good Friends. It's just that the friendship of the former allies can't bear to kill each other, so they take the initiative to deter them. In order to solve the current embarrassing situation, our righteous army is willing to give up Wu'an and go to Dongguan Mansion. As for what his Good Friends are willing to pay for the dominance of this county, it's up to you. β
"The Lord's style of conduct has won the hearts of his subordinates......"
Obviously, he took the initiative to retreat when he encountered a strong enemy, leaving a good friend to help block the gun, and he had to look righteous and awe-inspiring. Such a treacherous style, Yuan Xingwei likes it the most. If he can't let the Good Friends Association dig out the last of his family funds this time, his name Yuan Xingwei will be written upside down!
As soon as the fan was folded, Yuan Xingwei, who received the order, took his leave, called the guards and went straight to Wang Huifang's military camp.
"Shi Xianqian, who was going to personally command the migration, couldn't pull away. You, like Yuan Xingwei, will personally go to the Lin family for Ben and tell them that we are going to sell the stone thrower. β
The large stone throwers are so cumbersome that even if they could be disassembled, it would be difficult to travel hundreds of miles to carry them through the GuΓ²bayan Mountains. What's more, Chen Wu has the technology and craftsmen in his hands, and when he arrives in Songjiang, he can completely rebuild it if necessary.
Since you can't take it away, it's better to sell it for a good price than to leave it to the Good Friends Association for nothing.
"Why don't you sell it to the Good Friends?"
Shi Xianqian didn't understand for a while, wouldn't it be better to leave these stone-throwing machines to the Good Friends Association and let them hold on to Wu'an for a few more days?
"Do as you are told, and think about the reason slowly!"
With Shi Xianqian's wisdom, taking a moment can definitely figure out the reason inside. Chen Wu didn't bother to bother talking, and only told him a reserve price: the price of a large stone throwing machine cannot be less than 100,000!
The unit is gold.
However, no cash is charged, as long as there are gold bills or Imperial Bank bonds of the same value, and industrial title deeds within Songjiang County are also acceptable.
"100,000 gold coins?"
Shi Xianqian was frightened by Chen Wu's black heart.
Although many forces and organizations can't afford to buy a stone-throwing machine with 100,000 gold coins, in fact, the cost of manufacturing a stone-throwing machine is not high. This price code is no different from blackmailing the Lin family.
"Blackmail?"
Chen Wu shook his head and said with a smile: "Ben Jiang is saving the Lin family!" Don't worry, let alone 100,000 gold coins, even if the price is higher, the Lin family will buy all of them without even talking about the price. By the way, tell them that the Taiping Army took a step ahead of time and let the Lin family do it. There is also Lin Xing and Lin Yue, who will live in their Lin family for another year and help Ben take care of it. β
This is really saving the Lin family!
Unless Chen Wu directly dismantled the stone thrower on the spot, it would only fall into the hands of the Good Friends Association, and then be used by Wang Huifang to attack the Lin family. On the contrary, these stone throwers were sold to the Lin family, and the Lin Mansion was really as stable as Mount Tai.
Chen Wu didn't want to walk on his front foot, and the Lin family's back foot was beaten by the Good Friends Association at any cost, and that was a big loss.
With the Lin family's ability, of course, they can think of the reason, so they will definitely make the right choice.
As for saying that leaving the stone throwing machine to good friends would make them hold on for a few more days, Chen Wu scoffed at this idea. There are nearly 30,000 city guards outside, and there is the Lin family with a surviving foundation inside, so it is not too simple to want to restore Wu'an from inside and outside. Stone-throwing machine? Even if you give a hundred to the Good Friends, it may be meaningless.
His assertion will soon be proven!
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"What do you say? The Taiping army is leaving Wu'an to attack Dongguanfu? β
Wang Huifang was stunned by the news.
His younger brother Wang Huifang and his two confidants Xiang Hua and Xu Maodian also fell into deep consternation.
Seeing Yuan Xingwei coming with a team of guards, several people thought that Chen Wu had sent him to Xingshi to ask for guilt, and he had secretly prepared for both soft and hard. Unexpectedly, Yuan Xingwei opened his mouth after coming in and said this incredible news.
Not only is it unbelievable, but its impact has even reached the point of breaking the earth!
The Taiping Army, which had taken the initiative, actually wanted to take the initiative to give up Wu'an? What the hell is this idea?
Wang Huifang couldn't understand it, and neither did the three good friends elders present. They instinctively felt that the Taiping Army had bad intentions.
"Lord Wang, let's not talk darkly."
Seeing the other party's shock, Yuan Xingwei was happy in his heart, folded his fan and pointed at Wang Huifang's face, and asked: "What you prepared the night before, my righteous army knows it well. It's just that he was afraid of the friendship of his former allies, and he didn't want to fight in the same room, kill each other, and cheapen the family in the city for nothing, so he took the initiative to lift the ambush and deter you and others. For the same reason, General Tiangong did not hesitate to be wronged himself, and he did not want to start a war with the Lord of the Wang. Only then did he take the initiative to withdraw from Wu'an and go to Dongguan Mansion for development. I hope that the Lord of the Royal Association can understand the good intentions in it, and don't think that this is a cowardly retreat of my righteous army! β
"This ......"
was reprimanded by Yuan Xingwei, Wang Huifang was really a little frightened in his heart. But when he heard the end, he couldn't help but look at several henchmen. On the Taiping side, do you really want to worry about yourself and tear your face?
However, Wu'an Tangtang County City, with 300,000 people, the essence of a county, is far from being comparable to Dongguan Mansion, is the Taiping Army so willing?
It was hard to believe it in the hearts of a few people, but they couldn't see anything greasy in it, and it wasn't okay to agree for a while, and it wasn't okay not to agree.
Just when he was hesitating, Yuan Xingwei changed his words and said: "Of course, my family master is so kind-hearted, and I also hope that the lord of the Wang Hui can show that it is a long-term plan to exchange courtesies." β
Listening to Yuan Xingwei's words asking for benefits, Wang Huifang's heart suddenly relaxed.
If Chen Wuzhen didn't say a word and left Wu'an with the Taiping army, Wang Huifang would definitely suspect that there was some conspiracy inside. But now, Chen Wu made a bid, and he was not so suspicious. Although there must be some reason behind it that the Good Friends Association is not clear, but an opportunity to dominate Wu'an without using swords is in front of him, and Wang Huifang really can't be moved.
"What do you want?"
Glancing at his subordinates, he couldn't help but take the bait. (To be continued.) )