After a brief break, the island of Ceylon was rejuvenated.

Fan Zhong was seriously injured and was still in a coma, Peng Qing and Tang Xinggu combined, and simply let Fan Mingchen preside over the overall situation.

One of these two brothers is in charge of civil affairs and the other is in charge of maritime trade, and when it comes to fighting, they are really not as proficient as others.

Since being stationed on Ceylon Island, Fan Mingchen has taken the lead in charging into battle many times, and he has quite a prestige in the army, and he is also very handy in command.

In fact, under the leadership of Fan Mingchen, the Ceylon defenders immediately rebuilt new fortifications and sent Zhang Jin to drive a light warship out to investigate the enemy.

Zhang Jin soon brought back the news that the Ottomans were preparing with great fanfare, and that more warships were coming from the mainland, and it seemed that they were ready to do everything they could to take Ceylon.

Fan Mingchen immediately called Zhang Mao, Peng Qing, Tang Xinggu and others to discuss and formulate a corresponding battle plan.

Several people discussed for a night, and Zhang Mao, Peng Qing, and Tang Xinggu suggested that they should focus on defense.

If the Ottomans poured out of their nests, the ships brought by Zhang Mao would not be able to compete with them at all.

Only by holding on, constantly consuming the enemy, and waiting for the emperor's army to attack, you can take it in one fell swoop.

However, Fan Mingchen had a different idea.

"Now that there is a huge disparity in the strength of the enemy and us, the enemy expects that we will defend to the death, so he will prepare calmly, it is better to do the opposite, and take advantage of them to relax their vigilance and carry out a sneak attack!"

Zhang Mao frowned and asked, "Even if the sneak attack is successful, it will only cause a certain amount of attrition to the enemy, but our fleet will bear the danger of total annihilation, I don't think it makes sense to do so." ”

Tang Xinggu nodded and said, "The old man thinks that General Zhang is right, and it is better to hold on." ”

Fan Mingchen explained: "Soldiers, treacherous ways, the more we defend, the more the other party can see our true strength. ”

"What do you mean......"

"Taking the initiative to attack by surprise will definitely disrupt the opponent's deployment, so that the other side can't figure out our reality and reality, so that they don't dare to attack rashly, and the longer the time drags on, the more beneficial it will be for us."

After Fan Mingchen finished speaking, the three of them were silent at the same time.

At present, the Ottomans have the initiative, but the only variable is the sudden appearance of Zhang Mao.

The other party didn't know what the strength of this fleet was, so they would evacuate in a hurry.

If we can't hold on, it is equivalent to telling the other party that our reinforcements are not enough for the strength of a war.

Then, the enemy will deploy his forces more calmly, and then attack in a big way.

Tang Xinggu thought about it for a long time, this kind of thing is a war, it is real, and it is virtual, and the other party must not be allowed to see through his strength and intentions, from this point of view, Fan Mingchen is right, he should launch a surprise attack, it doesn't matter how many kills are caused, the main thing is to disrupt the rhythm of the other party.

However, he still had a doubt.

"The enemy is outnumbered, so I am afraid that we will go out to carry out a sneak attack and be bitten, which will not only fail to achieve the strategic intention, but will also increase casualties."

"Don't worry, I have a way!"

After Fan Mingchen finished speaking, he ordered someone to pass on Zhang Jin.

The other three were a little puzzled, is it appropriate to let Zhang Jin participate in such an important meeting?

"Don't worry, Zhang Jin is very familiar with Ceylon Island and the surrounding waters and terrain, let him be my adjutant, I will definitely be able to find out the weak points of the enemy's defense, retreat immediately after the raid, and discipline the enemy to be confused."

Tang Xinggu fell into contemplation again, Zhang Jin is the son of a thief, although he has not done anything out of the ordinary over the years, but this time......

Fan Mingchen understood his thoughts, so he said: "Tang Tongzhi, Zhang Jin was pardoned by the emperor personally, as the so-called employment is not suspicious, suspicious people are not needed, now in times of crisis, we should be more internal unity and reduce suspicion." ”

Tang Xinggu frowned, thought for a long time, and finally nodded.

In the past, in the imperial court, mutual suspicion between civil officials was commonplace.

Fan Mingchen is right, when he goes out to fight, he is still thousands of miles away, so he should be less suspicious and more trusting.

Zhang Jin hurried over, and after listening to the opinions of several chief officials, he immediately understood what was going on.

"A few adults, this kind of thing is left to the lowly position, and there is no need for General Fan to go in person."

Fan Mingchen said: "The stakes in this battle are very important, and we must not be careless, so it is more prudent for me to personally command." ”

Zhang Jin persuaded: "The general is worried that the commander will be reluctant when he stays at home, and the brothers will be reluctant when they charge into battle, right?" Actually, you don't have to, because everyone knows your personality very well, don't worry, it's enough to have me. ”

"It's an order!"

"General!"

Zhang Jin clasped his hands into fists and saluted: "I dare not disobey my life, but I dare to admonish, the war is imminent, the dragons must not be leaderless, as the commander-in-chief, you should stay on the island to command the overall situation, please take back your order!" ”

"You kid......"

Fan Mingchen was so angry that he raised his hand and wanted to beat someone, but was stopped by Zhang Mao.

"He's right, don't go, I'll go!"

"Where are you going, this is the island of Ceylon, and it's not Cochin, what's the matter with you?"

"Alas, you are a person, Lao Tzu is kind enough to help you, but you are so ignorant!"

"I don't know what to do, in short, this is the island of Ceylon, you don't count!"

"That's it!"

Seeing the two arguing, he had to stand up and stop it in person.

He knew very well that in fact, deep down, the two of them didn't want each other to take this risk.

"This is Ceylon, Mingchen is the commander, we shouldn't interfere too much."

Zhang Mao was not happy and said, "Master Peng, what you say ......"

"Listen to the old man!"

Peng Qing waved his hand and continued: "However, your current identity is the coach, not the vanguard, and your duty is to command in the center, not to charge. ”

Fan Mingchen was a little reluctant, but it was not easy to refute.

Peng Qing looked at Tang Xinggu and asked, "Zhang Jin is the vanguard in this battle, is it feasible?" ”

Tang Xinggu nodded solemnly and said, "It's feasible!" ”

"Then it's decided!"

Peng Qing looked at Zhang Jin and said, "You now select some fast warships from the Jiaozhi fleet, remember your mission, retreat immediately after a successful blow, and don't fall in love with battle." ”

"Yes!"

Zhang Jin received the order, saluted everyone, and turned to withdraw.

Fan Mingchen asked, "What should I do next?" ”

Peng Qing glared at him and said dissatisfiedly: "You are the boss, you ask me?" ”

"I ......"

Fan Mingchen was speechless for a moment, so he had to say: "I'll take someone to build fortifications and say goodbye!" ”

Zhang Mao hurriedly followed and said, "That Zhang Jin doesn't know which boats are running fast......

In the barracks, only Peng Qing and Tang Xinggu remained.

Peng Qing smiled and said: "I still remember that back then, Tang Tongzhi, as the superintendent of the imperial history, fought against the Confucians in the court, which was admirable. ”

"What did Master Peng say......

Tang Xinggu waved his hand and said, "When I got overseas, I realized that the benefits of my tongue were useless at all. ”

"Oh?" Peng Qing continued to ask, "What is useful?" ”

Tang Xinggu looked solemn and said slowly: "People, people's livelihood!" ”

(End of chapter)