This gave Song Hongzhi a headache. He glanced at the people present and couldn't help but say, "The quality of the Liaozhen garrison is too poor. They are not even as good as the imperial guards in the Imperial Camp!"
As soon as these words were spoken, the deputy generals present were speechless.
What is the Imperial Camp?
That is the army that guards the imperial palace and protects Your Majesty. It is the most elite army in the court.
You're better off comparing the Liaozhen garrison directly with the Imperial Camp...
Of course, everyone had their own ideas, but no one dared to speak them out loud. Immediately, a deputy general stepped forward and bowed, saying, "General, our biggest problem right now isn't bows and crossbows, nor is it a lack of training, but food and fodder."
"I checked a while ago, and the food and fodder stored in Liaozhen is running low. It can only last for two more months at most."
"If a major war breaks out, the consumption will be even faster. The most urgent task is to solve the problem of food and fodder."
As the saying goes, before the army moves, the food and supplies must go first.
The most important thing in war is to keep your men well fed.
Otherwise, let alone fighting on the battlefield, you wouldn't even have the energy to move.
"This general knows." Song Hongzhi thought for a moment, then turned to look at the map behind him, narrowing his eyes slightly. After a while, he turned around and said, "Pass on this general's order to transfer all the garrisons in the cities under Liaozhen to Liaozhen."
"Your Majesty has ordered this general to command 50,000 troops. Naturally, no one can be left behind. After all the troops are mobilized, they will all be stationed on the west bank of the Green River."
The Green River is a big river between the Great Wei and the Gaoyang Kingdom.
The border between the two countries.
It is divided according to the direction of the river.
This means that Song Hongzhi has stockpiled all the troops he can use in one place.
"What?" Several lieutenant generals below were shocked upon hearing this. One of them couldn't help but ask, "General, have you forgotten what I just said? Liaozhen's food and fodder won't last for two months. If the army doesn't move, perhaps we can hold out for a while."
"But if we move, our food and fodder will be consumed even faster. Moreover, once all our forces are concentrated, what if Gaoyang suddenly launches an attack on a certain city?"
It is quite dangerous to store the entire army in one place.
After all, in addition to Liaozhen, Gaoyang Kingdom can also launch an invasion from other places.
By then, it would definitely be too late to rush to provide assistance. The safest way would be to station some troops in each city.
Moreover, food and fodder are also a big problem. If an army of 50,000 moves, the amount of food consumed every day is huge. If it stays still, a little can be saved every day.
"Yes, General." At this time, another deputy general came out and spoke.
"Besides, such a big commotion will definitely attract the attention of Gaoyang State, and they will be more vigilant."
"If we push them too far and let them mistakenly believe we're going to have a decisive battle, they'll probably just do something desperate. Although we have 50,000 troops, Gaoyang State can certainly muster even more..."
In the minds of several generals, this was a major war between two countries, and every step had to be taken with caution.
Especially since our side is temporarily at a disadvantage, we need to be more conservative.
Unless absolutely necessary, try not to commit all your troops.
After all, the overall national strength of Wei is much stronger than that of Gaoyang.
The best way to win this battle.
It's all about consumption, seeing who can outlast whom. This way, it's not only safer, but also reduces casualties.
But now, the other side actually wants to mobilize all the troops right away and show an attitude of ready for a decisive battle. This is a taboo in military strategy.
"You guys are too conservative in your thinking about fighting." However, after hearing these words, Song Hongzhi couldn't help but shake his head and said, "But it's not your fault. After all, the prestige of the Marquis of Shenwu in the army is too great, and you have been more or less affected."
"As you said, the food and supplies we have now won't last long. We should fight quickly and decisively. As for being discovered by Gaoyang? So what? I'm afraid they won't find out."
"Well, I can't explain it to you. This general is the commander of Liaozhen. Under the order of His Majesty, I control all the troops of Liaozhen."
"Since you are the deputy generals, just follow the orders of this general."
In fact, didn’t Song Hongzhi want to explain things clearly to these people?
But the question is, will people listen if I explain it to them?
In the eyes of these people.
He is just a young boy who is still wet behind the ears. What’s the use of speaking well?
It would be better to give orders directly based on your own status. Once the war is won, your subordinates will naturally understand.
"This..." The deputy generals looked at each other. They didn't quite understand the order and were very reluctant, but as soldiers, obedience was their duty.
So in the end, they could only nod and bow, saying, "Yes!"
"That's right."
At this moment, Song Hongzhi seemed to have thought of something and immediately said, "After mobilizing all the troops, they must train every day. Their morale is not good now, and they will definitely suffer in a battle."
The deputy generals felt that this statement did make some sense, but wouldn't such a high-profile training make Gaoyang Kingdom more vigilant?
A small country with few people will be frightened even if there are only 50,000 troops stationed on the border, and will strengthen its defense.
By then, even if we are well trained and our morale is high, can we gain the upper hand against a prepared enemy?
But everyone still didn't say much, just knew to obey orders.
After all, you still have yourself, right?
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