What good strategy is there to keep the people safe? It is nothing more than using tricks to incite the people to revolt.
The Sun family built dams to enclose land and harmed Suyan, all with the support of the Bai family.
The people in the lower reaches of the Tianmu River are not only from Suyan, but also many nomads from Bijiang and native Nanqiang people. The impact of the river interruption on them cannot be described in a few words, but the Bai family has the army in their hands, so no matter how dissatisfied they are, they can only grit their teeth and swallow it.
Although destroying the dam was a wartime strategy, it was undoubtedly an inadvertent help to the people who were suffering from the wind, sand and drought.
Su Yuanxiu thought of the next troop deployment almost instantly and said in a deep voice, "It's already the dry season. If the dam is destroyed, the situation in the upper reaches of the Tianmu River will be exposed. Just a battalion of heavy cavalry will wade through the water and it won't take more than half a month to flatten all of the Bai family's northern defenses."
Huang Wei, the chief clerk, seemed to come alive, his eyes gleaming. "I'm afraid there are more benefits than these. The force of the flood discharge from upstream will undoubtedly impact the long-dried ancient river channel below. The sandstone is already loose, and the current deep gully will probably become a shallow beach in the valley. It won't be long before heavy snow..."
Yan Guang interrupted him almost impatiently, "It's going to snow heavily soon. Jizhou hasn't seen any snow since the beginning of winter this year. If a cold snap hits after we accomplish this, the shallows less than four or five feet deep in the river downstream will freeze over within a few days. By then, not to mention the heavy cavalry, even the infantry of our Yanchi Battalion will be able to cross this natural barrier effortlessly!"
What a brilliant move from top to bottom, with lightning speed.
Such a plan would be impossible to implement in such a short period of time. It seems that even the evacuation from the ancient river channel a few days ago was to make room for the river water to flow downstream.
They thought the emperor had lost his mind, but it turned out he was just too lazy to speak. The generals came back to life, feeling both a little resentful and deeply impressed by the emperor, and were eager to fight.
Lu Songping took a step forward and said, "I am willing to share your Majesty's worries, even if it means death."
General Dianwu Sun Zhuo had been dissatisfied with Lu Songping before, and now he was too lazy to even hide it.
"Lord Lu, aren't you overstepping your authority? You're a governor, but you're not staying in your tent drinking tea, but are rushing to the front lines. You're not afraid of the swords and spears. If something goes wrong, the position of Governor Ji will be vacant again. It's better to leave this matter to us, the unsophisticated ones."
There was undisguised contempt in Sun Zhuo's words, and several people laughed as he finished speaking. However, Xiao Nanhui secretly shook his head when he heard it.
Lord Sun, Lord Sun, it seems you've never fought against that kid Lu Songping. His swordsmanship and archery power are enough to make him a lieutenant in the camp...
As she was thinking this, Lu Songping bowed over there. He knelt on one knee, his left hand on his waist, and his right hand touched his forehead, performing the proper etiquette of a warrior and swordsman.
"I, Shikamatsuhira, Captain of the Black Feather Camp, am here to temporarily assume the position of Governor of Kishu. Now that Kishu has been pacified, I request to return to my camp."
Xiao Nanhui widened his eyes.
No way, he is really a captain?
But she always felt something was strange before, and now when she thinks about it, she finally understands where the problem lies.
Lu Songping's way of managing Prince Kang's palace was not like that of a governor at all, but rather like that of a captain from a military camp.
She believed her infiltration hadn't caused any disturbance, and Shuxin Pavilion was located in a remote area, yet Lu Songping quickly tracked her down. Besides her martial arts prowess, she was also incredibly meticulous and observant. These traits wouldn't be common in a governor accustomed to issuing orders, but they perfectly fit the needs of a lieutenant, who often had to personally handle every detail.
What's more, the captain of the Black Feather Camp is probably more than a hundred thousand points.
The emperor nodded slightly, and Lu Songping stood up and stood aside, without any unnecessary expression from beginning to end.
"You've worked hard during this period. This matter requires cooperation with the Subei Light Cavalry. It is an urgent matter, but the Black Feather Camp has a backlog of matters that need to be sorted out. Please weigh the pros and cons before making any plans."
Lu Songping didn't rush to speak, but Xiao Nanhui's ears pricked up when he heard the word "Subei".
If I take this urgent task, will I be able to fight alongside Xiao Zhun?
Sun Zhuo, having regained his composure, felt a bit embarrassed. However, he was a man of great resilience. He choked and then pleaded, "I am a dull general, and I do not know Your Majesty's plans. I wish to lead my elite troops day and night to attack the enemy camp and secure the overall situation. We can accomplish this in ten days."
Ten days.
This military posture is quite courageous.
It’s a pity that it’s not that fast.
Xiao Nanhui was thinking in a daze when he was suddenly called by the emperor again.
"Master Xiao is silent, but does he have another brilliant plan?"
Is there something written on her face? How come this guy always manages to catch her off guard?
Although he knew that he would offend Sun Zhuo as soon as he said this, Xiao Nanhui still spoke.
"I believe it can be completed in five days."
When these words were spoken, the generals were shocked.
Sun Zhuo, frustrated by the repeated blows, said angrily, "Bijiang's terrain is complex. Not to mention that the Bai clan won't let you run amok, even the most well-trained soldiers, at full strength, can only cover ten miles a day. Sir Xiao, has he let his achievements get him so carried away that he's spouting nonsense?"
Xiao Nanhui tried his best to appear polite and respectful, not daring to betray even a hint of arrogance. "What I'm saying is no ordinary method. As the general said, the terrain of Bijiang is complex, far beyond the reach of a single landform. To avoid danger, one must take a long detour, while a direct route is dangerous. I've observed the routes of the locals as they migrate, and I know quite a few secret passages. These passages were carefully opened up, and navigating them requires some skill. Many of the passes are too narrow for multiple people to pass simultaneously, so a normal march is definitely not possible. But if, as Your Majesty just said, only a few dozen people are needed, then this is the best option."
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