Chapter 146 It Wasn't Me Who Made Her Happy
That evening, Meng Chengping escorted Gu Xixi out of the military camp, but instead of returning to Huachidu Village, they went to the Wuming Dependents Village near the military camp.
Although the military has entered a state of combat readiness, the news has not yet spread.
The people living in the village were unaware of the impending war and were still living a peaceful life.
Gu Xixi had been here several times and had become familiar with the village. She often met people returning home who greeted her along the way.
"Miss Xixi is here? Please stay a few more days this time!"
"Boss Gu is here to do something big again?"
"Xixi, if you need anything, just come to my house and get it!"
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Gu Xixi responded with a smile.
She exuded a relaxed look. Who could have told that she had just recently agreed to do such an important thing for the general?
When there was no one on the road, Meng Chengping asked worriedly, "You need so much sheep epilepsy grass, you definitely can't dig it all by yourself, why did you tell the general that you don't need us to dig together?"
Gu Xixi said, "You and your comrades are not allowed to participate in this matter."
"We can spy on military intelligence, and so can the enemy. It's hard to keep it secret with so many soldiers leaving the camp at the same time."
"If the Beili people knew that the Northwest Army soldiers were collectively digging wild vegetables, they would definitely be suspicious. Our trick is to confuse the real with the fake and catch the enemy by surprise."
"If the other party had taken precautions in advance, there would be nothing that could be done."
Meng Chengping suddenly realized, and then blamed himself and regretted, "I was so anxious that I was confused. I was only concerned with setting up this plan as quickly as possible, and I forgot these fatal details. I deserve to be beaten!"
After he said that, he kept silent with a stern face, apparently he was in deep self-reflection.
Gu Xixi concentrated on driving the car and did not say anything to disturb Meng Chengping.
As for the operation of digging epilepsy grass tomorrow, she already had a complete plan in mind when she agreed to the general.
This afternoon, Huo Jiang summoned Gu Xixi into the military tent to discuss matters.
Several other main generals were also there, and Gu Xixi was the only woman.
It was the same place, but the atmosphere was completely different from the banquet we had in the afternoon.
Huo Jiang looked solemn and first stated the latest information.
The war horses of the Beili people are fat and strong, with great endurance.
The two countries had been at war for many years, and the Beili cavalry had always had a relative advantage. This time they deployed more than half of the Northwest Army's cavalry.
The commanders all looked unhappy.
But they were not frightened by the powerful enemy. Instead, they were all full of fighting spirit and offered suggestions.
"Let those brats come at us! All our efforts to figure out their tactics over the years have paid off!"
"If we place tripwires in advance, we can form a tripwire camp and move back and forth, which is more flexible!"
"How about cooking some beans and spreading them on the battlefield so that Beili's horses will all scramble for the beans?"
"Although their cavalry is decent, their infantry is not as good as ours, not to mention their tactical formations. In my opinion, we should hold our ground first and send out small teams to harass Beili's camp from time to time at night."
"I think it's a good idea. The Beili people have always coveted our Daye's farmland and food, which means they are short of these. If we set fire to their granaries, it will be enough to feed them."
Gu Xixi sat there and listened quietly, feeling less frightened than when she first arrived.
Because she knew very well that the reason she could listen to their discussion of military secrets was that she must be useful in some part of the process.
Sure enough, Huo Jiang raised his hand and signaled everyone to be quiet.
"When the war starts, you will have to adapt to the situation as you say."
"But now I want to tell you a method that has never been used before."
In fact, this plan was very simple, and Huo Jiang explained it clearly in just a few words.
The tent was quiet for a moment, and then an old general slammed the table and said, "Okay!"
"This grass is not poisonous. It is mixed in Beili's fodder, so it is difficult for them to detect it. Even if they test for poison, they will find nothing unusual!"
Some generals were skeptical and said, "Why haven't I heard of this kind of grass? It's called sheep epilepsy. Maybe it works for sheep but not horses?"
Huo Jiang glanced at Meng Chengping.
Meng Chengping stood up and said, "I have tried it, it works, the symptoms are no different from those of sheep."
Only then did the generals put aside their doubts.
If we can make the Beili warhorses lose their combat effectiveness before the battle, everyone will be happy to see it happen, with a little effort and great effect.
But who would get so much epilepsy grass?
No one here knows what this thing is. They can only look for it according to the map. It would be terrible if they dig the wrong one and affect the efficacy of the medicine.
All the generals' eyes followed Huo Jiang and turned to Gu Xixi, and they suddenly understood.
Ever since Gu Xixi helped the Northwest Army to open up new land, almost everyone in the army knows her.
Boss Gu is an expert. She must have discovered the epilepsy grass. It’s not surprising!
Huo Jiang stood up, clasped his fists, and said solemnly, "Boss Gu, can you help me with this?"
Gu Xixi agreed without hesitation.
Since I have things to do, it is impossible to go home overnight.
From the moment he entered the account, Mu Nanzhao kept his head down and said nothing, and no one knew what he was thinking.
When Gu Xixi followed Meng Chengping away, she looked back at him.
His face was in shadow, expressionless.
As Gu Xixi walked, she couldn't help feeling confused.
It was obvious that Mu Nanzhao was very opposed to her staying and insisted on sending her back.
Why didn't he say anything this time?
After everyone else had left, Mu Nanzhao raised his head. There was a hint of frost on his face, and he looked intimidating without even getting angry.
"What did General Huo forget to promise me?"
Huo Jiang knew this was going to happen. He sighed, smiled bitterly and said, "I broke my promise to you this time. After the war, you can do whatever you want."
Mu Nanzhao said coldly, "I want her to be safe and sound."
"No problem!" Huo Jiang readily agreed. "I've already told Xiao Meng to be Boss Gu's personal bodyguard before the battle. Add another 10% of sentries around the dependents' village and all the grasslands!"
Mu Nanzhao didn't comment, picked up the cup full of water and drank it in one gulp.
Seeing him like this, Huo Jiang knew that it was temporarily over. He breathed a sigh of relief but also became curious.
"Since you didn't want her to be involved in danger, why didn't you stop her when she agreed to it?"
Mu Nanzhao said calmly, "Because that's what she wanted to do."
He raised his eyes to look at Huo Jiang, "Who am I to refute her?"
Huo Jiang twitched his mouth as if he had a toothache, "I really don't understand you scholars."
"Obviously, as long as it's someone you care about, no matter what she wants to do, you are willing to indulge her and fulfill her wishes."
"It's such a simple matter, but you made it sound so roundabout. It makes me uncomfortable."
Maybe it was because he was exposed in front of his face, but Mu Nanzhao’s eyes were gloomy.
"Huo, Jiang." The tone was chilling.
"Since you are so whimsical and gossipy, how about becoming a matchmaker?"
Huo Jiang grinned non-stop, he just liked to see Mu Nanzhao angry.
Because this proves that he has hit the mark.
Mu Nanzhao calmed down and looked at the empty cup in his hand with a gloomy look.
"You are wrong about one thing. It's not me who helped her."
"Gu Xixi never needs others' help."
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