Liu Tan looked at the puffed flour with some regret, as it had not yet met his requirements. Due to time constraints, he thought about it and simply fried the flour in oil to make the legendary fried noodles. This thing is not as good as compressed biscuits, but it is also portable and can be eaten by just adding hot water during the march.

He did not try to change the time of the expedition. After all, since it was agreed upon by everyone, it meant that this time was the most suitable. If he tried to change it, to be honest, he was not sure when he could make the compressed biscuits.

This thing looks simple, but it actually requires industrial support to make it.

But it doesn't matter, we can do it when he comes back.

Liu Tan thought about it while changing his clothes and going to the meeting.

Even if Liu Tan delegated power and let them discuss when to go to war, it did not mean that they could really ignore Liu Tan.

So reporting work still needs to be done, and what they discuss is not just when to go on the expedition, but also many more details, such as how many soldiers and horses to bring, how to transport water, how to ensure logistics and supplies, how many miles to travel a day, and most importantly, where to station, when to attack, and how to attack. All of these need to be discussed.

Liu Tan sat down and felt a pain in his head when he heard this.

It's not like he hasn't played this kind of strategy game before, and at that time he also enjoyed the feeling of strategizing online.

But when reality hit, he discovered that those strategy games were nothing.

No matter how much the strategy and tactics are tested, they are actually still operating within the framework set by the game company. But real war is not like this. It may have countless changes, both good and bad, and most of the time it catches people off guard, so contingency plans must be prepared in advance.

The thrill of conquering a city with just a click of the mouse is gone, and Liu Tan can only sit there and work on the details with everyone.

There's no way. Everyone here is a newbie, so it's useless even if the soldiers are veterans.

Thinking of this, Liu Tan couldn't help but sigh: "Ah, if the emperor had sent someone with experience, we wouldn't have to work so hard."

Huo Guang said expressionlessly, "Your Majesty did not send people here to help Your Highness fight."

They escorted you back because they were afraid you might be in danger. It's surprising that His Majesty has let you do all the things you've done, and you still dare to complain?

Liu Tan shut up decisively. How could he forget that there was a die-hard fan of Liu Che here? In the words of later generations, Huo Guang was simply a die-hard fan of Liu Che. He couldn't stand anyone saying anything bad about Liu Che, even if Liu Tan just made a slight complaint!

Liu Tan coughed lightly and said, "Are you planning to split the troops into two groups? Li Buyan and Wei Buyi each leading one? Can you do that?"

Li Buyan and Wei Buyi immediately promised that they would not let the Fifth Prince down.

However, after hearing their assurances, Liu Tan's expression did not relax, but instead became more solemn. He glanced at them and said, "You two are acting like this, which makes me very worried."

Li Buyan and Wei Buyi: ???

Liu Tan said, "In war, one should respect life and death. I don't see any solemnity in your eyes, only excitement. What are you thinking? Do you think your preparations are foolproof and you can just lead your army to crush the Jie Kingdom? Are you even thinking of capturing the Jie Kingdom's monarch?"

Li Buyan and Wei Buyi shrank their necks. They both thought so.

Liu Tan put down the document in his hand and said, "War always means casualties. I don't ask you to fight beautifully, or how many prisoners you capture, or how many enemy soldiers you kill. These are important, but they are also unimportant. What I ask is to inflict the greatest damage to the enemy with the least casualties."

Li Buyan and Wei Buyi were stunned there, with confused expressions on their faces, as if they had never thought about this matter before.

Liu Tan said, "I'm not trying to restrict you. Just remember not to get carried away and try not to cause unnecessary casualties. If you win, I'll evaluate your actions and commend you for your achievements. If you lose... I'm sure you all know the consequences. This wasn't planned, so the punishment will be even more severe."

After hearing what Liu Tan said, Li Buyan and Wei Buyi's excitement dropped a lot, and they both seemed a little worried.

Huo Guang also said in a deep voice: "Don't think that the Fifth Prince is being harsh on you. In fact, if there are too many casualties, even if you win, the court will punish you. Your father has never tasted defeat, so he doesn't know, but you may not know."

Li Buyan and Wei Buyi looked at each other and said in a deep voice, "I understand."

Liu Tan suddenly smiled and said, "Of course, there's no need to be too restrained. If you think it's worthwhile after careful consideration, then go ahead. If His Majesty blames me, I'll take the responsibility."

Li Buyan and Wei Buyi were about to say something when Liu Tan raised his hand and said, "No need to say more, I know what's going on. I can't lead the troops into battle, but the best I can do is alleviate some of your worries. By the way, have I packed all my things?"

Liu Tan asked Miao Rui the last question. Miao Rui bowed and said, "We've packed everything and are ready to go."

Huo Guang immediately asked, "What is your Highness going to do?"

Liu Tan looked at him in confusion. "Of course I'm going to the battle. While I'm gone, I'll leave this place in the hands of the captain."

Huo Guang almost jumped up, and even started a trio chorus with Li Buyan and Wei Buyi: "Your Highness is going too?"

Liu Tan looked puzzled. "Yes, I am the commander, right? And I am the one fighting this battle. How could I not go?"

Huo Guang felt deeply that he should not have called Liu Tan. It would be better to let Liu Tan fight against the yellow rice and flour, and then talk to him after the army set out!

Of course, he could only think about it and couldn't do it.

Huo Guang said earnestly, "Your Highness, war is no joke. It is extremely dangerous. If anything were to happen to you, how would we explain it to His Majesty?"

Liu Tan sighed and said, "If you put it that way, I won't be able to explain if any of you guys make a mistake when I return, so I can't hide behind you anymore."

Huo Guang: ...

He really wanted to persuade Liu Tan, but seeing Liu Tan's determined look, he knew that it was probably impossible to persuade him.

In desperation, he could only say: "Then Your Highness must not take any risks, and..."

Liu Tan quickly said, "Don't worry. I'm such a coward, how could I dare to go to the battlefield? Just treat me as a humanoid prop to boost morale!"

Huo Guang was at a loss for words: "Your Highness, how can you belittle yourself like this?"

Liu Tanxin said, I am not belittling myself, I know what I am doing.

There wasn't much to say after that, just some details to discuss.

When the group was about to break up, Huo Guang deliberately stayed behind and turned to Liu Tan with some concern, saying, "Your Highness, do you think we... can do this?"

Liu Tan raised his eyebrows. "I think Li Buyan and Wei Buyi both know what's going on. Don't you believe them?"

Huo Guang shook his head: "They are still a little short."

Liu Tan laughed and said, "It's not bad, after all, I'm just a rookie, and the size of the robbery country is not very big."

Huo Guang raised his chin slightly and said, "My brother was also a novice back then."

Liu Tan's smile froze on his face. Why did he always bring up Huo Qubing? Is that something that ordinary people could compare to? Young people really have no martial ethics!

Huo Guang also laughed after he finished speaking. He suddenly sighed and said, "When my brother was alive, he would occasionally complain about the lack of timely logistics and supplies, which forced him to fight fast. If he were still alive, he would probably like Your Highness."

Liu Tan covered his chest and said, "Stop the knife, stop the knife. If you knife me again, I will die right here and wear it again!"

Just as the atmosphere between Liu Tan and Huo Guang was growing tense, someone outside suddenly shouted, "Where's His Highness? I want to see His Highness!"

Liu Tan slowly lowered his hand from covering his chest, his face turning expressionless as he said, "Li Guangli? Why is he here?"