Chapter 78: Young Master Jing Can Also Go To Expedition(1/2)
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Kuai Yue glanced at Cai Mao, and saw that his face was long and his eyes were cold. It was obvious that he had someone to choose, perhaps because he was not recognized by Liu Biao.
"I wonder who the military advisor is planning to recommend?" Kuai Yue asked with a smile.
"I recommend Zhang Yun, who is young and promising, has rich experience in leading troops, and has enough qualifications."
He snorted softly again, "What, does Kuai Zengjun think it's inappropriate?"
"Zhang Xiaowei is in charge of the Hanjiang Navy. If he is fighting against the Jiangdong Army, I think he is very suitable. But now it is Cao's army. It seems that Xiaowei Zhang has no experience in fighting with the cavalry. In fact, I think Ling is good."
Cai Mao was stunned, "Did Kuai Jun say Cai Zhong or Cai He?"
"Everything is OK, I recommend them as generals."
Cai Mao then understood what Kuai Yue meant and recommended his clan brother as a subordinate general, so he would recommend it to him, and even led the army himself, making a brilliant idea!
Cai Mao sneered without saying a word, and Liu Biao next to him asked with a smile: "Who is the main general of the Yidu recommend?"
Kuai Yue bowed slightly and said, "I recommend General Wenpin as the main general. I originally wanted to recommend Huang Zhong as the main general, but although Huang Zhong has high martial arts skills, his ability to command is still slightly inferior to Wenpin."
Liu Biao pondered for a moment and asked again: "Do you think that if we have ten thousand reinforcements, the number is relatively small?"
"Report to the lord, the chief general of Cao's army is Xiahou Dun this time. I heard that Yu Jin, Li Dian and other generals were also there, and sent 10,000 troops. I really think it's a bit too little. Of course, if Cao's army just tempted the attack, it would be enough."
Liu Biao walked a few steps behind his back. Jingzhou was surrounded by enemies. He had to defend Sun Quan in the east and Liu Zhang in the west. Jiaozhou in the south was unstable, and Jingzhou counties had to station troops. His total strength was only 120,000, including the 25,000 Jiangxia army that he could not mobilize.
Now there are only more than 50,000 troops stationed in Xiangfan, and they have to guard Fancheng and Xiangyang. If 20,000 reinforcements are sent, Fancheng's defenders will not be enough. Once they are attacked by Cao's army, the consequences will be unimaginable.
But only 10,000 reinforcements were sent, and Liu Biao felt that it was a little less. He was in a dilemma and paced back and forth in the room with his hands behind his back, meditating and silent.
At this time, Cai Mao smiled and said, "In fact, it is not bad to let General Wen be the main general. He led 10,000 troops to assist Liu Bei, and then he was willing to lead 25,000 troops to be the backing, of which 5,000 defended Fancheng, and 20,000 troops stationed at the mouth of Hekou.
If the front is in danger, the low-ranking official can quickly lead the army to provide assistance. If there is nothing in front of you, the low-ranking official will not move. This way, you can advance and retreat. What do you think?"
Liu Biao walked to the map and checked carefully. Hekou Town was located between Fancheng and Xinye, 60 miles away from Xinye and 50 miles away from Fancheng, which happened to be a central location.
Arrange an army here, which can connect the past and the future, advance and attack, retreat and defend, and take into account both cities. This is the best solution for insufficient troops.
This plan could be accepted by Liu Biao. He pondered for a moment and then happily agreed, "That's it. Wenpin is the main general and Cai Zhong is the deputy general. He led 10,000 elite troops from the Northern Camp to assist Xinye."
He was very satisfied with Cai Mao's plan, so he naturally agreed to have Cai Mao personally lead the troops as the support. "De Gui can lead 20,000 troops to Hekou and the governor's support."
Cai Mao was overjoyed, got up and held his fists, "As for humble duty!"
Kuai Yue sneered and said nothing. Wen Pin went north, and Cai Mao took over Wen Pin's Fancheng, but could he really get what he wanted?
At this time, a guard reported at the door: "Qi Bizhou Governor, Master Jing and Master Hu asked for a meeting."
When the two nephews arrived, Liu Biao was in a good mood and smiled and said, "Let them come in!"
Soon, Liu Jing and Liu Hu walked in quickly. Both of them were wearing military uniforms and knelt down on one knee to salute, "Greetings to the governor of the state!"
"Please get up, two young generals!"
When Liu Biao saw that the two were taller and taller than the other, he liked it in his heart. This was his Liu family's son and the hope for his family's prosperity.
Especially Liu Hu, who used to be stupid, has become sensible and wise since he followed Liu Jing, which made Liu Biao feel deeply relieved, and his attitude towards Liu Jing was much more relaxed than three months ago.
"Is there anything wrong with the two young generals?" Liu Biao asked with a smile.
Liu Jing bowed and said, "I heard that Xinye has an emergency military situation. If Jingzhou wants to send troops to provide assistance, my nephew is willing to lead the headquarters to follow the army to fight north."
Liu Hu also said in a muffled voice: "Please help me!"
Liu Biao's smile stagnated. It turned out that the two of them wanted to go to the army to fight, so.
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He was a little hesitant, asking for orders to fight was a good thing, but these two were his nephews after all, and Liu Hu had no big problem, and Liu Jing was only sixteen or seventeen years old, was it too early?
Liu Jing seemed to understand Liu Biao's thoughts and continued to explain: "My nephew participated in the battle to wipe out Zhang Wu and Chen Sun last year, and once fought with Zhang Wu with his own hands. He has made military achievements. It is no longer the first battle. My nephew wants to follow the Jingzhou army to go north to train."
"My nephew also wants to go north to practice."
Liu Hu repeated Liu Jing's words like a vocal worm, and the few people in the room laughed together.
Cai Mao thought to himself: "Since he is in danger, it is actually a good thing to let him participate in the war. Maybe he will never come back once he goes."
He had a vicious thought in his heart, but he smiled on his face: "Lord, it is actually a good thing to let them experience it. There are not many opportunities for small-scale battles, and it is very good for their growth. I think General Wen should take good care of them."
Cai Mao's last sentence reminded Liu Biao that last time he followed Liu Bei to wipe out Zhang Wu and Chen Sun, but this time he followed Wen Pin, a general whom he could trust.
He looked at Kuai Yue again. Although he did not say it clearly, he was asking for his opinion. Kuai Yue stroked his beard and said with a smile: "Everything has its pros and cons. My subordinates believe that the two young masters followed the army to fight north, which is more pros and cons than disadvantages."
"All right!"
Liu Biao pondered for a long time and finally agreed, "I will allow you to lead your troops to join the army in the north."
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Cai Zhong never dreamed that he could get this opportunity to serve as a deputy general in the north. Although this was not the main general, for the demoted, this was undoubtedly an opportunity to turn things around. He had been looking forward to this opportunity for too long.
"Thank you for your strong recommendation, Cai Zhong will not let down his high expectations." Cai Zhong knelt in front of Cai Mao, his voice choked.
Of course, Cai Mao knew it well that this was a result of a balance of power. Kuai Yue recommended Wenpeng as the chief general, so Cai Mao should recommend him as the deputy general. Therefore, Kuai Yue took the initiative to propose that Cai Zhong be a deputy general in order to give himself an explanation.
Of course, Cai Mao would not say this in front of his brothers. He said earnestly: "This time I fully recommend you to be a deputy general, but was repeatedly obstructed by Kuai Yidu. Fortunately, the provincial governor understood the matter and rejected Kuai Yidu's unreasonable request.
After pausing, Cai Mao glanced at Cai Zhong's grateful gaze, smiled slightly and said, "This time I took a lot of effort to recommend you to succeed. I hope you don't disappoint me."
"Cai Zhong will do his best to never let his brother down!"
The brother's attitude made Cai Mao very satisfied, but he just had a good attitude. He had important things to explain. Cai Mao waved his hand and said, "Sit down! There are a few things to explain to you."
Cai Zhong sat down, Cai Mao pondered for a moment and said, "The first thing is about Liu Bei. I always think he is the enemy of my Cai family. But Liu Jingsheng values him very much and wants to rely on him as a barrier. He refuses to listen to my advice and get rid of Liu Bei. Then the best way is to use the Cao army to get rid of him."
Cai Zhong was surprised, "Brother means......"
Cai Mao nodded, "This time is a good opportunity. It is necessary to let Liu Bei die at the hands of Xiahou Dun. Even if we are defeated, it doesn't matter."
"But if the defeat is defeated, I will also take responsibility." Cai Zhong said with some concern.
"You don't have to worry, you are not the leader, you are not the one who takes responsibility, but Wenpin. Do you understand?"
Cai Zhong wiped the sweat from his forehead, "But... Isn't Wen Pin Jin'er's master?"
"So what? He is Jin'er's master. Is it my Cai Mao's person?"
Cai Mao's tone became stern. Wen Pin was the one who annoyed him the most. He worked hard to cultivate him and promoted him step by step, but in the end, he actually threw himself into the arms of the Kuai family, making Cai Mao unbearable.
Cai Mao stared at Cai Zhong with sharp eyes, knowing that he was actually a little confused and needed to hit him repeatedly.
"There is also Liu Jing..." Cai Mao's voice elongated again.
Without Cai Mao reminding him, Cai Zhong immediately became energetic. He had long thought that this was an opportunity to deal with Liu Jing. He was always worried about the humiliation of the city gate three months ago. Now Liu Jing is also going north with the army, so how could he let go of this opportunity?
Cai Mao was a little displeased when he saw him eager to try, "I just want to remind you not to do it too obvious. Wenpin is not stupid. If Liu Biao knew that you were secretly attacking Liu Jing, you would be in trouble, do you know?"
Cai Zhong was thrilled all over, slowly calmed down, and bowed and said, "Please give me instructions!"
Cai Mao walked a few steps behind his back, and finally stopped and said lightly: "Just like dealing with Liu Bei, kill him with the hands of Cao's army."
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The next morning, Liu Biao sacrificed the god of Han River and gave Wenpin the tiger talisman arrow. Wenpin led a ten thousand elite army and rushed towards Xinye.
To be continued...