The first group of leaders... You know, it was not like this when the uprising occurred. When Chief Zhang came to Wang Wulang Zhuangzi with Zhou Xingfan alone, the fundamental reason for the uprising was that we all in Jishui all used our family property and population.

I sent it out... I don't want to ask for some iron book from the chief, but at least I have to give an explanation to those of us leaders who were there when the uprising occurred. Can I just take the credit? It saves us people some waste.

You fell down and couldn’t get up?”

I don't know if this resentment is towards his elder brother or Chief Zhang, but the expressions of the people around him naturally become subtle.

Zhang Xing had some free time, nodded, and was about to speak. Just as Xiong Bonan was about to speak, the two of them were stuck for a moment, but suddenly they heard Xu Shiying sneer, and then interrupted: "Zhai Er, you want to do this,

My contribution alone is many times that of your brothers, can you add a few more credits to me? But why am I just the big boss like you from the beginning to the end?"

When Zhai Qian heard Xu Shiying's words, he knew something was wrong. He didn't refute for a while, but he didn't give in either. He just stood there.

Seeing this, Xu Shiying became more and more impatient and wanted to talk again.

"Okay." Zhang Xing waved his hand. "Xu Dalang doesn't need to be aggressive, and Zhai Erlang doesn't need to be so worried... Things need to be looked at separately. First of all, we have the Dongdu army ahead of us, so we shouldn't waste time here, so Chief Zhai

Even if there are any conflicting ideas, we should wait until after the meeting or after this battle to discuss them; secondly, since Chief Zhai has spoken, I don’t have to cover up. I really count the qualifications and contributions of you leaders at the beginning of the Yuan Dynasty.

A credit to it.”

There was obviously some commotion around, and many people's eyes changed.

"The reason for this is not to favor Yuan Cong, but to leave a way for those who come behind." Zhang Xing sighed. "Our gang must have fair rewards and punishments, be able to move up and down, and work hard to get rid of personal dependence... That's why

Named the Gang... But, ever since the Black Emperor and the Red Emperor began to merge and compete for hegemony, this kind of layer-by-layer personnel has been used to it for many years. If you want to get rid of it, you must first admit it, and

The advantage of Yuancong in the gang is never the amount of family property and Dingkou he has contributed, but the fact that those Dingkou consider themselves to be subordinates of Yuancong. Even if they go to other places to become captains, county magistrates, or even leaders, they will still be the big bosses.

Thinking of yourself as a subordinate is troublesome. Therefore, concretizing these things and taking them as a credit is a way to solve this problem. Zhai Qian? "

"Yes." Zhai Qian finally stood up this time.

"I didn't take away your eldest brother's position as leader, I just asked him to transfer to another place." Zhang Xing reminded calmly. "We just don't let him lead the troops."

Zhai Qian nodded... It's not that he was immediately understood, but that he was a powerful county official. He was educated, but not much. He knew the truth, but his vision was narrow. It was only after he joined a gang that he broadened his horizons.

He was usually most afraid of people like Chief Zhang saying nonsense, but everyone else nodded, as if they understood. Coupled with Xu Shiying's previous attack, this made him panic, so he could only nod.

Of course, after nodding, Chief Zhai remembered something before he sat down, and quickly responded: "It's my fault this time, I shouldn't have said this at this time."

Zhang Xing nodded again and again, and waited for the other party to sit down before speaking again: "Everyone, since we have finished talking here, I will say a few more words. There is a war now, and there have been wars for hundreds of years before. Of course you think that the people in charge of the troops are in charge.

, only those who have a battalion of soldiers in their hands are considered serious. Even if they are to be governors, the general manager must also see whether they have soldiers in their hands before they are counted... I know all the words passed down below about "the general manager is not as good as the current manager"...

...But times are changing, things in the world are not static, and the gang does not only fight wars. One day, I, Zhang San, will use your majesty to conquer even Dongyi and become a god. But I don’t know that the world will still be there at that time.

How many soldiers can be left behind? Can a general be as good as a prefect?"

This time, everyone agreed, but most of them felt that Chief Zhang was farting. If the day comes, it would be bad luck for him to still be a general until then.

That is to say, Xiong Bonan and others firmly believe it.

Zhang Xing naturally knew what this group of soldiers with mixed backgrounds thought, so he ignored them and continued the meeting: "Set up a seat for Leader Yu, and let's move on to the next thing... which is the matter of building a bridge over the Guohe River. The previous battles required

Crossing over, now we need to ensure logistics, so we need to vigorously build the bridge to ensure logistics, but there is no need to freeze the river... This matter is left to Chai Xiao and Longtou. The four battalions sent from the south of Guohe River will immediately start from Xingyang

Several military law camps going south, the government offices, warehouses, and civilians in the two offices in Henan were also handed over to Chai Longtou, and the Huaiyou League's marching instructions were also handed over to him... Chai Longtou is connected to Deputy Commander Xu here."

Except for Xu Shiying's nod, the tent was very calm. After the previous turbulence, these things seemed to be calm.

"The third thing is to set up a fort." Zhang Xing continued. "Just set up a fort under the city... Li Longtou will be the commander-in-chief, and Deputy Commander Xu will be the deputy. Build an impeccable fort!"

As soon as this statement came out, the generals finally started talking:

"Is it just setting up a base?" someone asked in surprise. "Is this a long-term confrontation and a dumb war? Can we afford it? Hebei should react soon!"

"We still need to divide our troops into horns. The next thing is this." Zhang Xing answered immediately. "The affairs in Hebei are indeed troublesome, but we must take care of this side first."

"Instead of setting up a fortress, why not capture Qiao City?" Xiong Bonan also asked. "I see that the morale in the city is low, especially since we put in many wounded soldiers of the imperial army yesterday... Regardless of whether the internal forces should respond or not, I will take action.

yes."

"Qiaocheng will leave as soon as we say it." Zhang Xing said seriously. "But now that Sima Zheng has arrived, the two brothers in the city are a means to negotiate with Sima Zheng... This is the last thing I want to say,

For this battle, be prepared, set up a solid base, divide your troops, attack and defend with ease, and then try your best to negotiate a peace with the Dongdu Army... This battle is too early for both sides. We are too tired and have too many troops to fight.

A major battle will inevitably increase the number of casualties; and Sima Zheng is here just to support the Imperial Army, and has no reason to fight us to the end."

Many people were relieved.

Frankly speaking, although the previous battle with Fan Weizi was a wonderful one, the mixed combat power of the army did cause a lot of losses when it encountered the imperial army that was still a little bit weak. And this time, the timing of Sima Zheng's arrival seems to be about to be good.

It's the army's turn to be at the end of its battle, and it will be difficult to continue the fight.

But some people have other ideas: "While the Dongdu Army's central army is still dozens of miles away, how about a surprise attack on the opponent's front army tonight?"

"I think it's a bait." Unexpectedly, the person who answered this question was Yu Changnan. "Sima Zheng originally wanted to come to the rescue and had to march as quickly as possible, but now his procrastination is abnormal. All I can think of is that he knows

After the war ended, we temporarily changed our plans and deliberately fell behind, hoping to use the former troops as bait."

Many people, including Li Ding, nodded in approval.

Zhang Xing also nodded: "Once this situation is frustrated, it will become difficult."

"How to divide the troops?" When the suggestion was rejected, Niu Da quickly returned to the original plan and asked.

"The tip of the needle is facing the wheat awn, divide one of the troops and horses, cross the river, and go around to Guyang between the front army and the middle army of the Dongdu Army." Li Ding said. "The troops must be sufficient and strong, and they can be taken at any time.

Li Qingchen and Wang Huaitong."

Niuda remained silent.

"Then...shall I go?" Xiong Bonan frowned.

"No need." After fighting the first big battle after joining the gang, Li Ding was obviously much more relaxed. "If we really want to fight, King Xiongtian can easily go to support..."

"Let Wang Wulang go and lead five battalions." Zhang Xing gave the predetermined plan. "Ma Wei (Mawei) has gone south, and several military law battalions directly under the King of Heaven will also come, along with several Vajras, ten

If the Three Vajras are present, there will be no panic."

Wang Shuyong perked up and immediately agreed. This was his advantage. He dared to fight and was happy to hear the battle.

Correspondingly, Xiong Bonan breathed a sigh of relief.

Frankly speaking, he is still quite anxious about the current situation. On the one hand, there are roughly four grandmasters on the opposite side. As the only grandmaster of the gang, the pressure is doubled, especially with the Fulong Seal broken; on the other hand, as the former responsible for investigating and guarding Dong Dong

Although the Du army and Tu Wan Chang Lun were actually only conducting a short-term reconnaissance on the day of the war, Tu Wan Chang Lun joined forces with the Dong Du army, especially since Sima Zheng gathered Wang Daiji and came with him, so he couldn't help but feel a little guilty.

"If we negotiate for peace, do you have anything to say?" Someone asked again.

"No." Zhang Xing blurted out. "Let's make contact first and take it one step at a time... Although we don't want to fight anymore, and I think the other party doesn't want to fight either, but everything is not what we want it to be. We can never accept it.

The other party's excessive blackmail cannot let so many brothers who died in this battle die in vain... But at the same time, we have to take care of the situation between Xue Changxiong and Hebei. If there is really bad news, we really have to take care of it clearly."

No one had anything to say.

The gang was already a mature force. After the meeting, it was immediately carried out, building bridges, erecting forts, dividing troops, sending documents and joining the army to serve as envoys everywhere. Everything was in order.

I don’t know whether it was expected or unexpected, but the Dongdu Army’s reaction was obviously half a beat too slow. Moreover, when the messenger entered Qiaocheng, Tu Wanchang Lun, Zhao Tuo’s camp, and Guyang City were all attacked. Can’t read back.

response.

But it didn't matter. After procrastinating for a whole day, Sima Zheng finally led the Chinese army to the wilderness on the south side of the Guohe River north of Qiaocheng. Then he joined forces with the front army to set up camp on the spot, but then laid out the camp forward, so that

The number of the front camp at the distance from the opponent reached 50,000.

Of course, a troop of soldiers and horses was also dispatched to support Gu Yang.

At this time, there were about 20 battalions in the fortress built by the Gang below Qiao City. Including the five separate battalions, the number was about 40,000. The confrontation between the two sides officially began.

However, this time Zhang Xing did not take the initiative to send messengers to Sima Zheng. He still sent messengers to Sima Huada, Li Qingchen, Wang Huaitong, Tu Wan Chang Lun, Zhao Tuo, including Wang Daiji and Qu Tuda who had just arrived, and even those who had just arrived in Xuzhou.

People like Fan Chao, Wei Zhong, and even Sima Zheng's main horseman Wang Tong who had fought in the battle had to send letters all the time, and they not only sent them themselves, but also asked everyone who could have a relationship with the opponent's general to send them.

Xu Shiren once complained that he had never written so many letters to inquire about the situation and explain the situation in half his life.

However, he just refused to send a letter to Sima Zheng.

In this way, after about two days of confrontation, as the rain fell and the weather cleared up, in the morning, a large amount of smoke floated from the Dongdu Army, Army, and Army Branch Villages one after another. It was obvious that, although I did not know, it was the rapid increase in the number of pontoons.

, the division of troops was like a stick in the throat, or there were so many boring letters, including the possibility that some intelligence had been discovered, or even a simple demonstration, the Dongdu Army finally decided to go out.

In the morning, the camps of both sides began to commotion, the camp gates were opened wide, and all the ministries began to send out troops in an orderly manner, and they began to arrange their troops in the open space between the two camps.

On the top of Qiaocheng City, Sima Jinda looked at this scene under the summer sunshine for a long time, and suddenly sighed: "We did not lose unfairly!"

Feng Chang next to him clasped his hands and nodded seriously: "Indeed, when we walked to Xuzhou...no, when we walked to Yingshui, even though we encountered more than a dozen battalions along the way, we still felt that the gang was just a big one.

That's right, some bandits under the system have never brought them up to the level of the Forbidden Army... As a result, they don't know how many troops they have, and they don't know what their combat power is. They made a contract and then broke the contract in a daze, and it was delivered to their mouths.

What is undefeated?"

At this point, Feng Chang frowned even more: "Think about it, I had some interactions with Hejian Camp a few years ago, what kind of evil did we fall into at that time?!"

Sima Jinda neither nodded nor shook his head, but looked to the north, where a general-level standard embroidered yellow cloud pattern military flag slowly came out, with the slightly flatter word Sima in the middle.

It gradually became clear.

Feng Chang also looked there, but could only see a faint big flag.

"Seven generals want to help?" Feng Chang's heart moved slightly.

Sima Jinda shook his head slowly.
To be continued...