But some things are just like this. When objective information is expressed about the core figures in the gang, no matter how many tables are listed, it can still be frank, because this information exists objectively. Even when these small objective information tables are added together,

It is easy to draw some subjective relevant conclusions. And it cannot be denied that Zhang Xing must have some private thoughts, which is inevitable in the power struggle. But this still does not mean that he can put the most naked things

Put it on paper, it's almost a bit self-indulgent.

Especially Zhang Xing knew it very well.

After today's battle, he can stand out from the crowd, overpower Li Shu, and establish considerable personal authority within the gang. And with the encroachment on the Eastern Territory after this great victory, this authority will be further deepened.

But if you want to completely establish the so-called core leadership within the Deposed Dragon Gang and comprehensively transform this military and political group according to your own wishes, it is far from enough.

Because if it really comes to that point, Li Shu will not be the only source of resistance for him. Almost all powerful factions will oppose him out of instinct. This is not to say that these people have any grudge against Zhang Xing, but that no matter who they are,

Li Shu, Wei Xuanding, and Bai Yousi all had to face this difficulty when doing this.

After all, the powerful background of the Deposed Dragon Gang is based on real politics, economy, and military. These powerful leaders really have their own independent forces. And the gang-style collective leadership method that has been repeatedly emphasized before also has a strong political tradition.

.Not to mention, there is still the difficult mountain confrontation.

Especially the last one, it is almost conceivable that with the subsequent expansion, this internal faction will become more complicated and the opposition will become more obvious.

So, he must think carefully about how to properly deal with internal contradictions and external pressures in the future, while simultaneously carrying out external expansion and internal transformation.

"But how are you going to deal with the situation in the future?" Bai Yousi asked seriously. "I'm still curious."

"I can only make decisions based on the situation, but I have three ideas." Zhang Xing blurted out. "One is for public and private reasons. We must use some methods that are beneficial to the development of the Dragon Gang and are also my personal pursuit.

That is to use conspiracy as much as possible; the other is to vary from person to person, no matter what background or origin, they are also human beings, whether they do things impartially or have clear rewards and punishments, as long as you can convince each person, you can always become a great person.

It depends on the situation; in the end, it is necessary to make choices with moderation, not to be too hasty, and not to give in easily... I will have the advantage if I work slowly and steadily."

Bai Yousi nodded, but finally couldn't hold it back: "Sanlang, are you sure you can play it safe and sound?"

Zhang Xing was startled when he heard this, then he laughed dryly and said nothing.

Talking all night.

It was indeed true. Around early in the morning, Zhang Xing suddenly received a military intelligence report. It was said that Zhou Xingfan and Wang Zhen had occupied Yucheng and blocked the march route of the southern army.

In a moment of great joy, Zhang Dalongtou simply asked Bai Yousi to leave overnight to provide rescue and support to ensure that Wang Zhen would no longer be half-hearted, and to prevent the disappeared Sima Zheng from doing unnecessary things again.

And the next morning, a few hours after Bai Yousi left, when the sky was slightly bright, in the drizzle on the last day of May, a new news came. After the surrender, the internal servants launched a riot in the camp, triggering an incident in Han Yingong's headquarters.

Almost half of the camp was in disorder, and at least the rear camp suffered a huge blow.

This news has been verified by many people who have escaped from the internal service army at the same time, and it is basically correct.

Zhang Xing hesitated again and again about this, and then finally made up his mind before breakfast, and summoned the main generals to discuss military affairs under his shed during breakfast.

At this time, Wang Shuyong and Niu Da were not present. In addition to Zhang Xing, there were only eight people participating in the meeting: Wei Xuanding, Li Shu, Xiong Bonan, Xu Shiying, Shan Tonghai, Zu Chenyan, Chai Xiaohe, and Zhai Qian.

Zhang Jinshu, who was responsible for informing the military situation, did not take his seat. This seemed to be a hint that Chai Xiaohe and Zhai Qian were about to take over.

However, there was no time to think too much about this. Zhang Xing informed everyone about the military situation, and then got straight to the point, proposing to temporarily abandon the pursuit of the army to the east, concentrate most of the troops to the south, and gather the Mangdang Mountain bandits and internal servants, including those who had no choice but to be annexed.

The remnants of the Meng's rebel army who stayed in Liang County also recalled Ma Ping'er and Wang Xiongdan, asking them to go south to contact the forces in northwest Huaihe of the Huaiyou Alliance to promote the uprising. Finally, they used a huge military advantage to suppress Han Yingong and drive him away.

, then turn around and head east.

Plan proposed.

Wei Xuanding first expressed concerns about the combat effectiveness of the army after marching in the rain; Li Shu expressed doubts about contacting the Huaiyou League at this time; Chai Xiaohe, who was brought to this occasion by Zhang Xingyue, also expressed concerns about logistics; Xiong Bonan made it clear

, he has no military knowledge and is willing to obey the overall situation; the famous Dong Qi Prime Minister Hou Zuchenyan, who came to this kind of occasion for the first time, just obeyed; and everyone else all recognized Zhang Dalongtou's plan... Zhai Qian even patted his chest and wished

Be a pioneer.

This is of course. On the one hand, Zhang Xing's majesty was not diminished in yesterday's battle. On the other hand, Xu, Shan, and Zhai are all powerful men. They simply don't want to have an imperial army at their doorstep that can pose a threat to the base area.

With the plan in place, the troops set off immediately.

Countless messengers also left in all directions.

However, on the first day of June, when the sun was shining brightly, when the troops reached Chengshi territory and turned westward along the Jishui River, military information was sent to them one after another:

On the one hand, Niuda easily captured Yuncheng;

Second, Wang Shuyong had already pursued Jibei County, but because there were too few troops and horses, he did not dare to go deeper, so he asked for support and raided the counties downstream of Ji River;

In the third case, Han Yingong learned that Lihu was defeated, so he abandoned the city and headed west, towards Huaiyang County.

When the news came, Shan Tonghai immediately asked for a change of direction, turned eastward, and invited himself to enter Lu County.

But Zhang Xing did not agree. Instead, he asked to continue going south and join the southern rebel allies. Of course, the force was slightly reduced, and a part of it was sent to the Lishan battlefield to continue to help clean up the battlefield, including controlling the towns west of Yuncheng... This plan got almost

Shan Tonghai knew full well that everyone else's approval was because he had failed in this battle. Everyone was unwilling to fight Lu Jun with him again. Moreover, Zhang Xing's own method of annexing the southern rebels first could not be said to be unjust.

It was impossible for a while.

Three days later, on the fourth day of the sixth lunar month, Bai Yousi, Wang Zhen, Zhou Xingfan, Chef Fan, Wang Gonggong and others waited in the north of Yucheng for the main force of the 20,000 deposed dragon army and most of the leaders of the deposed dragon army.

In addition, there was a prisoner of war named Lu Changheng - he was captured by Bai Yousi.

Without arresting him, Han Yingong ran away, and at the same time ordered the five thousand men under Lu Changheng to go with him. At this time, Zhou Xingfan saw Bai Yousi coming, and without any worries, he directly mobilized the entire army to launch an attack on Lu Changheng.

Following the pursuit of the troops, and the bold interception from the south by the Imperial Guards, this elite army of 5,000 people quickly changed from retreat to flight, and with Bai Yousi's personal attack, it turned into a rout.

After Lu Changheng cut it off in person, he was easily captured by Bai Yousi.

"Are you willing to surrender?" Zhang Xing, riding a yellow gelding under the bright June sun, looked at his former subordinate and asked with a dry mouth, a sentence that made him thirsty a few days ago.

Lu Changheng was silent for a moment, and glanced at Bai Yousi and Zhou Xingfan, extremely frustrated: "I heard that those who don't surrender to Lihu will die?"

"Yes." Zhang Xing spoke simply.

"I want to live, I surrender." Lu Changheng answered with difficulty.

The people around him were sighing for a moment, but Zhang Xing had already looked at the two people in front of him, and he immediately turned over and dismounted. He shook hands with Zhou Xingfan first without saying anything, and then came to the armor-clad Wang Gonggong and sincerely handed over his hands:
Chapter completed!