Linxiang County, Beixiang State

Tu Yufan changed his name to Mo Fan and officially began his life as 007. He was busy with endless official duties every day. Although Qiao Shaochu could help and give suggestions on many things, he had to make all the decisions on his own.

As the commander, Zhang Ertou was responsible for training soldiers. Of course, Qiao Shaochu also served as the military advisor, and he often scolded Zhang Ertou, saying that he was as stupid as a pig. Zhang Ertou wanted to fight with him, but unfortunately he didn't want to be known as a bully, so he could only vent his anger on training the soldiers, which made the soldiers seem more well-trained.

There were wars raging all over Beixiang State. Tu Yufan knew that his foundation was still shallow, so he could only hide in secret. He also spent a lot of money to recruit talented people, store food and train soldiers. The advanced agricultural tools from his previous life greatly improved the efficiency of farming.

Of course, a department was also set up to research gunpowder, because he had studied it for a while in his previous life and even spent money to find professionals to teach him. The only thing he lacked was practical experience, so the production progress was very fast. Basically, the prototype of gunpowder was available in just half a day. As for the details, it still required professionals to consider and experiment repeatedly.

The one that is dancing most happily at the moment is the one led by Prince Gong. After the death of General Fengxian, Prince Gong rebelled in the name of "clearing the court of evil officials". Now, he has joined forces with other princes and is marching towards Shuangjie City, the capital of Beixiang State.

"Sir, now that King Gong is attacking Shuangjie City in the name of "clearing the court of evil rulers", other forces have declared themselves kings. Why don't we capture its Beishou County as our base? There are no enemies behind it, and it is a place to store food. There is only one rebel force, the Tianyu Army."

The person speaking now is the new counselor Xiao Que, who is eager to show off, but Tu Yufan also knows that if a knife is sharpened for a long time, its blade will eventually become sharp.

Tu Yufan: "What will be the reaction of the Northern Guard County? Does anyone know something about this county?"

Qiao Shaochu sat in the dark, looking sullen: "I know the governor of Beishou County, I will persuade them to make peace."

It would be even better if they could occupy Beishou County without spending a single soldier, and Tu Yufan did not stop them.

Soon, Qiao Shaochu and Beishou County Governor Xu met.

When Zou Xianyu saw Qiao Shaochu, his face changed drastically.

"You are Qiao Shaochu! You are still alive."

Qiao Shaochu took a step closer and asked, "Was it Prince Gong who killed my father?"

Zou County sighed: "Not bad, he is worthy of being Qiao Heng's son."

Qiao Shaochu secretly hated in his heart: "In order to find a reason for rebellion, he did not hesitate to put hundreds of thousands of troops in danger."

Zou County Magistrate replied: "You should know that the prestige of the county general among the people is higher than that of the emperor. His presence is the biggest obstacle for Prince Gong. Now that your father is dead, we can blame his death on the current incompetence and also let the court gain a great general."

Qiao Shaochu quickly calmed down: "This Beixiang Kingdom has been rotten to the core and should not exist. I wonder what Lord Zou thinks? Do you want to sacrifice your life for this country?"

Although County Magistrate Zou had his own ideas, he was not optimistic about Tu Yufan's forces.

"Shaochu's remarks are contrary to your father's title of county general. Officials serve the country and the people. Besides, my Beishou County is not a place for anyone to seize."

Zou Xianyu had been a classmate of my father's, but the friendship was too insignificant compared to the benefits they had.

After Qiao Shaochu tried to persuade him for a while, he saw that County Magistrate Zou was being vague and did not force him any further.

"Lord Zou, the city is surrounded!" a subordinate came to report in a hurry.

Zou County Magistrate was greatly shocked. He didn't expect the enemy to arrive at the city so soon, and he had just sent people to persuade them. This was a bit unsportsmanlike.

He quickly prepared his army for a war.