"Not only how much money it will cost to take Longdong, but how much value it will be if you take it?" Zeppelin, the commander of the Guide Security Division who came to attend the meeting, also raised questions. "It seems that there is no benefit to open up the connection with the Empire. At present, the Taiping Army has not blocked the business path, and at most it will increase the tax rate. If the Empire orders us to withdraw and let the Imperial Army take over, or even orders us to attack Kitahara and Kansai, should we refuse like the Lin family, or accept it?"

Zeppelin's words shocked everyone here. Yes, if this phenomenon occurs and does not retreat, it will be guilty of infidelity and withdraw. Wouldn't it be a waste of sacrifice? Even Song Tianxiong lowered his head and thought about this issue.

It seemed that all the offensive routes were beaten back, and everyone here was silent. Everyone knew how much power their side had, and the surrounding parties were not weak, and there were many subtle factors that restricted their side's actions. It really needed to discuss how to plan them.

"Entering Kansai is our long-term goal, but everyone has put forward a lot of opinions just now, but now entering Kansai will inevitably suffer from the counterattack of the Taiping Sect and the constraints of the empire. Therefore, if this cannot be resolved, it may affect the subsequent development. The situation in the empire is not yet completely clear. How should we act? We still ask the adults to show us." Ling Tianfang summarized everyone's opinions and pushed the ball back to Wufeng.

"Haha, everyone's ideas are very insightful. How to go next? I think we should listen to the information obtained by the intelligence department first." Wu Feng did not respond clearly to Ling Tianfang's words, because Ling Tianfang also received Wu Feng's order and attended the meeting as soon as he rushed back from Taixuan. He didn't have time to communicate with Wu Feng first, so he didn't know what the coach had.

Everyone's eyes were all focused on the intelligence director Jin Ning and the newly established military intelligence director Linghu Yi sitting on the left, with strange expressions on their faces. I wonder what kind of news they would bring.

"Well, according to the arrangements of the lord, I will now give a briefing on some of the situations obtained by our Intelligence Agency, like everyone here." Jin Ning cleared his throat with some reservedness, but he could not hide a trace of pride in his words. "In the early stage, after the relevant personnel from Yinchuan Prefecture, our Intelligence Agency was fortunate to set up a line with several officers under Sun Yuanhui's subordinates who are currently stationed in Ganlan Fortress. We have also had several contacts with the other party during this period, and the two sides have made some useful communications and achieved excellent results."

As soon as Jin Ning finished speaking, a burst of screams immediately sounded in the conference room. This was shocking news! Ganlan Fortress has always been one of the two needles that threatened the north of Northwest County. If the poison needle inserted on the backbone of the northwest was removed in one fell swoop, it would be a great thing to reduce the defense pressure of the entire Northwest County.

However, after being run by Sun Yuanliang, the former Yinchuan Prefecture City, the Ganlan Fortress was operated for more than ten years. Not only was the city walls solid and the defense system was perfect, but a large amount of combat preparations were accumulated, which was enough to deal with the strong attacks and sieges from all sides. It was an important fortress against the Xisluo people in the north. However, in the Yinchuan Incident, Li Wufeng entered Yinchuan Prefecture and controlled the overall situation. Sun Yuanhui retreated to the old nest of the Ganlan Fortress with hatred. Relying on the Xisluo people behind him as a backer, he was even more fearless and constantly provoked the Northwest. It has become a thorn in the eye that the Northwest side is eager to remove. However, its special geographical location and close relationship with the Xisluo people have to think twice when considering strategies.

"Oh?" Even Ling Tianfang raised his eyebrows in surprise, and the dark light of his eyes like a black diamond in his deep concave eyes burst into flames. "What is the details? Lord Jin, come and listen."

"A team leader under Sun Yuanhui's army has agreed to his willingness after our persuasion, and has obtained the support of his friend - another team leader. Another team leader is hesitating and has not made a clear attitude." After coughing gently, Jin Ning finally expressed the results. "In addition, according to the observation of our intelligence personnel, Sun Yuanhui's deputy Luo Yongxiang is also not very satisfied with the current situation. We are actively doing his work, and we may have a definite response in the near future."

"Well, although Sun Yuanhui is not very successful in dealing with people, this division is the chief army he has led. Logically speaking, officers who can serve as the commander of this division should be considered his confidant. It is probably not easy to easily understand the ideological work of these people. Anyway, the reliability of his subordinates needs to be carefully verified. Don't let him pretend to be a mistake in our case, it would be a joke." Although Ling Tianfang had great expectations for this matter, he was obviously not very at ease with this information.

"Well, Lord Ling, please rest assured. We have been operating this matter for a long time. Most of the soldiers stationed in Ganlan Fortress are natives in Yinchuan, and many of them are children in Yinchuan Prefecture. The long-term confrontation has made the soldiers complain. Sun Yuanhui has no good idea. It is through this point that we gradually set up a line." Jin Ning didn't want to explain it, but in order to prove the reliability of this clue, he made an exception and briefly introduced the secrets of the intelligence department.

"Well, the accuracy of the intelligence is indeed worth verifying, and there must be no mistakes. Jin Ning, the people from your Intelligence Agency should conduct a good investigation, including the family and relatives of these people, and confirm the reliability of their willingness to surrender." Wu Feng also attaches great importance to this opportunity, but Sun Yuanhui's long-term control of the power of this division also made him suspicious. However, as the head coach of one side, he also knows the unpredictability and timeliness of opportunities. "Snap time and find out in the shortest time. In addition, don't expand the scope too much and be careful of leaking."

"I understand." Jin Ning replied aggrievedly. The information he had obtained through hard work and had doubts about the information he had obtained was as suspicious as others. He felt uneasy. Could it be that the adult was not very satisfied with his work? Linghu Yi, who was sitting next to him, had accepted the establishment of a military intelligence bureau. Although the division of labor was different from the target target, it was also a spur and reminder for him. It seemed that he had to work hard, otherwise he would really fall behind.

Wu Feng did not consider that his words would have such a strong reaction in the hearts of this subordinate. His mind was focused on how to plan his next action. "No matter whether the Ganlan Fortress can be completely solved this time, it will not have much impact on the overall situation in our northwest and northern Luzon. Of course, solving the Ganlan Fortress problem can greatly reduce the pressure on our northern defense line. It is unlikely that the Sithro people would go south easily. However, because we now have a deep grudge with the Kaman people, the strongest among the three northern countries, and they also hold the natural danger of the Jiayuguan Fortress, our pressure on the Northeast defense line is still huge, and we should not take it lightly."

After a pause, as if he was brewing words, Wufeng pondered for a moment before saying: "The purpose of my convening you today is to hear your views. According to our existing strength, what can we do and which goal can win the greatest benefits for us? You are all my strongholds in the northwest. The rise and fall of the northwest and northern Luzon are all about you and me. I hope our northwest can become stronger and stronger with the efforts of me and everyone."

Wufeng's last few words were extremely provocative, and immediately ignited the fire of hope that was already eager to try in the eyes of the generals. They exchanged glances with each other. The generals present could not help but think carefully. They also understood the premise that the commander put before raising this question, and did his best, do his best.

"Everyone think carefully, you can think about it from multiple perspectives and angles, and don't limit yourself to the gains and losses in front of you. I hope that my lack of attention will be generals who can think with their brains, rather than just being passionate and showing off the courage and reckless man." Wu Feng's last sentence was a little heavy, which made all the generals present feel a little nervous.

"Okay, today's meeting is here for the time being. I hope you will take a good rest in Qingyang for two days, while also considering the questions I raised today, and also conceive of the next plan for my own troops. I hope that the meeting in three days will be hit and give me a satisfactory answer." Wu Feng's bright eyes gently swept across the cheeks of the generals, making the generals fully feel the pressure given to him by the head coach.

After the generals saluted, they left one after another. Under Wufeng's eyes, Ling Tianfang quietly stayed, "Sir, your words today are a bit heavy."

"Sharp? Do you have to lose so much that you can feel at ease? I think our army has not fought many battles, but some people have a rising temper and their tone is bigger. This is not a good phenomenon." Wu Feng gently tilted his body back and replied faintly, "This wind cannot last."

Ling Tianfang was silent, Wufeng was in charge of military and political power, and also served as the commander of the Northwest Legion. Now, in addition to the Northwest Legion, five or six independent divisions have been formed one after another. The military organization has increased considerably compared to when the Northwest started its business. He was only able to assist him in military affairs. His more energy was focused on military planning, and he had to relax a lot in military management and training.

From the confrontation with Luo Beiren until the Battle of Gerok, the troops went to the battle of Gerok, and a sense of pride and complacent gradually spread throughout the army. In fact, Ling Tianfang also believed that the effect was not good. Not only did one of his side suffer a lot, but he still failed to win if he was intentional and unprepared. The enemy on the southern front had an absolute advantage over his side, which made him suffer a lot. In the western front, he was still stubbornly defended by the enemy's army until the main force of the enemy returned to the aid and escaped after completing the rendezvous. Although there are many external objective reasons, it is certain that there is also a serious tendency to underestimate the enemy and be arrogant in the northwest army, which is also one of the important reasons for the greater losses in the Gerok conquest of this time.

Originally, Ling Tianfang planned to remind Wufeng on this opportunity, but he didn't expect that his boss had already noticed this clearly, which made Ling Tianfang feel relieved.
Chapter completed!