Chapter 304: Landmine King
Wang Zhengwu was indeed very strong. One minute before the battle, [Swiftness of the Spirit Cat] was basically dodging. His moves were extremely fast, like wind and thunder, but [Colorful Phoenix] didn't react at all, indicating that Wang Zhengwu had no ill intentions and still left room for maneuver.
Chen Xingtai watched the flying sand and rocks on the field and whispered to Yun Qingshui, "How is County Chief Lin's ability? Can he win?"
Yun Qingshui recalled how he had been pinned to the ground by him in just a few moves that night. A faint blush flashed across her face as she replied, "Not really. He's only a little bit better than me. I don't think he can beat Uncle Wang."
"Yeah?"
There was a hint of worry on Chen Xingtai's face. He certainly hoped that Wang Zhengwu would join. This man was the most legendary figure in Yunzhou ten years ago. Not only was he personally very powerful, he had also led troops in battles. In those beautiful victories, the foreign bandits who came down the river from Tuodian area were beaten to death all over the ground.
In the following ten years, no bandits dared to come down the river to burn, kill and loot in the Tuodian area.
However, Zhao Chaoyang, the governor of Yunzhou who was specially authorized to lead the troops, was later impeached for "issuing orders in disorder". It was claimed that he was insulting the empire by allowing civilians without military ranks to command soldiers with military ranks.
Afterwards, Yunzhou had no choice but to take away his military power and withdraw his appointment letter.
It can only be said that it is a regrettable thing.
Now this regret may be remedied.
"I must win." Chen Xingtai thought.
"It seems that winning or losing doesn't matter." Lin Wen thought.
He suddenly understood the answer to [The Immortal's Pointing to the Way]. Wang Zhengwu just needed a step, a reason.
After realizing this, Lin Wen rushed directly into the range of Wang Zhengwu's fist, exerting all his strength to the power of [Swiftness of the Spirit Cat], and confronted him head-on with an understanding of force that exceeded the limits of human beings.
Wang Zhengwu sensed the danger and immediately slammed the opponent away. He then leaped a few steps to create distance. He looked up and saw the young sheriff land steadily on the ground, as if he still had strength left. He couldn't help but sigh:
"The young are truly formidable! The Cat School of Shangwu Academy has a new member."
Lin Wen knew that he must not say the wrong thing at this moment, so he immediately opened his mind and said with a smile, "Although I am not a cat school, I have learned many of my ideas from my predecessors."
Wang Zhengwu glanced at him and said, "To be able to practice to this level basically depends on one's own luck. The teacher is no longer of much use."
Lin Wen smiled and said, "A teacher's job is to teach, impart knowledge, and resolve doubts. No one is born with knowledge, so who can be without doubts? If one is confused and doesn't seek guidance from a teacher, then the confusion will never be resolved. How can the very essence of education be said to be useless? Those who die because of ingratitude have their luck reduced to -1."
Wang Zhengwu's eyes changed.
This is not just parroting what others have said. This kind of profound understanding must come from genuine thinking before it can be expressed.
“This is an honest man.”
Wang Zhengwu made a judgment in his heart.
The subsequent exchanges between the two were just polite, and the Seven Apertures Mind played its role perfectly.
Finally, Wang Zhengwu said, "Headmaster Lin, you should know what happened ten years ago. If you rashly let me lead the troops, I'm afraid that villains in the empire will accuse you of 'disobeying orders.'"
Lin Wen smiled and said, "I have the power of military governorship and I also have military authority. I can appoint whoever I want. Who dares to sue me?"
These words were quite heroic, and Wang Zhengwu's blood boiled. He immediately said, "Chief Lin, as long as you continue to fight for the civilians in this land, I will serve you for a day."
Lin Wen's face was full of smiles. Finally, another general joined the army, and he was the commander that the army urgently needed.
Wang Zhengwu continued, "But I have no official position, no military rank, and no brothers. If I were to become a commander directly, I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to convince the people. I ask County Magistrate Lin to appoint me as the regiment commander first. I'll make plans after I've made achievements in the battle."
Lin Wen waved his hand and said, "Okay, no problem."
Anyway, the Second Army is now led by Qin Luoshuang, so she just needs to lead it for a while longer.
This is also to tap her potential.
Once things were confirmed, Lin Wen and Wang Zhengwu quickly caught up with the main force.
On the way, Lin Wen emphasized the military rules and discipline of the army to Wang Zhengwu, and especially stressed that all actions must be under command and that the orders of the headquarters are the general principles of action of the highest order.
Wang Zhengwu said, "Chief Lin, you underestimate me. The army has its own way of fighting, and the common people have their own way of fighting. I understand that."
Lin Wen was very happy. He was indeed a commander certified by immortal magic, and not just a reckless man who could only chop people in battle.
Then he said:
"Headmaster Lin, you'd better not pin your hopes on the rebels. They are in a difficult situation right now and may not have the time to help you."
Lin Wen smiled and said, "We just want to get in touch and see if there's a basis for cooperation. I won't unilaterally ask for free assistance from one party. I'll leave this matter entirely to you. You can make all the decisions on your own, and I won't interfere."
In Wang Zhengwu's opinion, an official who dares to delegate power in this way is at least an official with courage.
Moreover, they had only met for one day, so why did County Chief Lin trust him so much?
Although Wang Zhengwu didn't say anything, he felt that this young county magistrate was different from any imperial bureaucrat he had dealt with before.
He didn't even look like an official, but more like a half-brother who had been separated from him for many years. They shared the same aspirations, were unconventional, and were bold and straightforward.
"Perhaps, this revenge... can be avenged."
Suddenly, this thought popped up in Wang Zhengwu's mind.
After arriving at the Qichuan Mountains, Lin Wen assigned a reinforced regiment to him, then found Qin Luoshuang and Fang Dashan and said, "Fang Dashan, you will ambush near Laolongtan. Wang Jing will send two divisions to cross the Jing River to attack Xujiazhai."
"Mine King, go plant mines near Qingshizui. An elite division will pass through there with the intention of attacking Nanchuan Town. Be aware that they have some forward scouts."
Fang Dashan excitedly took the order and left. Qin Luoshuang, who had been inexplicably labeled a "landmine king," asked gloomily, "Where is his main force?"
“Still in the Gobi Desert.”
Qin Luoshuang was silent for a moment, then said, "Lin Wen, I've thought about it carefully. We'd better not hit them too hard. Let them suffer a little so that they know the consequences."
Lin Wen was surprised and asked, "Why?"
Qin Luoshuang said, "The situation in Shizhou is quite complicated. The governor of Shizhou sent these ragtag troops here to wear us down. These ragtag troops are also very smart and are unwilling to confront us head-on."
"Since we can't sacrifice civilians, the best way is to confront them and drag out the war. This way, we won't become a mortal enemy with Shizhou. As long as the situation in the empire changes, we have a chance to end this secret war peacefully."
"If we defeat them severely, the Governor of Shizhou will definitely send more elite troops. Even if we defeat his army again, it will be useless. The hatred is endless."
Lin Wen said casually: "So what?"
Qin Luoshuang looked at him.
"Lin Wen, the gap in strength between us and Shizhou is more than a hundred times. We will definitely not be able to fight them all out. The only right way is to rely on the power of the empire."
Lin Wen shook his head: "We feel we have a big advantage."
Qin Luoshuang was a little anxious. "Lin Wen, Changshan County is developing very fast and has won several battles. The emperor is willing to help you, but you must not be complacent. We are a county, and the other side is a state. Look at this tacitly approved secret war. How much help did Shizhou get? Did we have anyone to help us? Not even a single person!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the satellite phone rang.
Qin Luoshuang answered the phone. It was Yun Zhixing calling. He shouted, "Yunzhou! The Governor of Yunzhou has come to our aid. We have thirty scrapped Owl Eagle-10 helicopters. They're said to be scrapped, but I've checked. All they have are 80% new. They just had a broken blade. We just need to connect them!"
Lin Wen smiled and said, "Isn't this aid coming?"
Qin Luoshuang hung up the phone, was silent for a moment, and said, "This is a friendly donation. It's the reason why I have such good relationships in Yunzhou. It's just an isolated case."
Before he could finish his words, the phone rang again.
It was Yun Zhixing again. His voice was so loud and excited that even without the speaker turned on, Lin Wen could still hear it clearly.
"Headquarters! Imperial Headquarters is supporting us! The Imperial Civil Affairs Department has provided us with 600,000 barrels of purified water! They say it's for refugee supplies! They also said there's plenty of water left, so we can drink as much as we want, and we can sell any leftovers."
After hanging up the phone, Qin Luoshuang looked a little embarrassed, but she still didn't think there was anything wrong with her judgment of the overall situation.
"It was just a coincidence, a few people suddenly had a change of heart and offered support to the refugees."
Lin Wen laughed and said, "You're so stubborn."
Qin Luoshuang's face turned red all of a sudden. This excuse was too obvious, even a fool wouldn't believe it.
"Well, even if that's the case, there are only two people betting. Maybe they are both gamblers who just want to take a gamble..."
Before he could finish his words, the phone in his arms rang for the third time.
"Oh my God! Oh my God!"
Yun Zhixing on the phone seemed to have reached the peak of bliss, with a huge amount of exclamations.
"Li Changsheng, the commander of the Southern District, has given us seventy scrapped Type 58 tanks! Oh my God! We have tanks! Main battle tanks! Oh my God!"
Qin Luoshuang couldn't help but retort: "What's the use of a scrapped tank?"
“It’s not scrap!”
Yun Zhixing screamed.
"They're not scrapped! These tanks are just covered in rust-like paint! They were commissioned just three years ago! All their functions are intact. Wow, this one was commissioned just a month ago! Wow! Ah! Oh!"
Beep...beep...
Qin Luoshuang hung up the phone directly. She suddenly envied the girl who was unreasonable and would never be wrong, nor would she be embarrassed.
She always liked to present facts and reason, but Changshan County was full of strange things that could not be measured by normal reasoning. Even her overall view, which she was most proud of, was invalid.
Seeing the tips of her ears turning red, Lin Wen didn't prod her any further. He just said, "Don't worry, fight with all your might. Beat them to a pulp. The human security forces will be left to clean up the mess and persuade them to surrender. I estimate that out of the 130,000 miscellaneous troops, we can capture at least 30,000 or 40,000, right?"
Qin Luoshuang gritted her teeth and said, "The Landmine King will blow them all to death in a moment. Are you satisfied?"
Lin Wen knew not to argue with an angry woman, so he ran away, leaving Qin Luoshuang alone in the command vehicle sulking.
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Qichuan Mountains, Jing River.
This is a wide river, but the current is not fast and it is not deep.
Wang Jing's two divisions were preparing to cross the river.
Two division commanders were chatting on the shore.
The commander of the third division laughed and said, "General Wang is indeed an old fox! The governor has a plan to demolish the bridge, and the general has a plan to cross the mountain."
"That's right." The Fourth Division Commander was also very happy. "Who said we were going to attack Changshan County? There are three hundred kilometers of mountains between us. Even if we win, it will be a disastrous battle. Who knows how many people will die."
"It's so easy and profitable to attack these mountain villages and strongholds."
"Hahaha, brothers can have fun again!"
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(End of this chapter)
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