But if they refuse to surrender, then they can only use force.
After discussing the plan, everyone decided to first capture the nearest Lingwu County, then Yongdao County, and finally Fulin County in the southeast.
After discussion, Lin Tongxi and others announced their disbandment and went to rest.
But after hearing this news, everyone couldn't sleep.
General Wen has been labeled a traitor, so will they also be attacked under the same label in the future?
After the crusade, there was war, and there was not much time left for Wangchen County to have peace.
The nine people tossed and turned, and finally fell asleep because they were too tired.
After that, the nine of them began to work seriously and prepare to leave the city and attack the three counties.
Just as Lin Tongxi and his men were preparing to lead their troops out of the city, the arrival of an important guest disrupted their original plan.
"Report, Lord Peng Wenyu of Lingwu County wants to see you!" A soldier came in and reported the matter.
"Brother Wenyu, what does he want to do by coming here at this time..." Chen Yunxuan looked at Lin Tongxi and began to think about the other party's movements in his heart.
Lin Tongxi was also thinking about this. After thinking for a while, they both came to the same answer - the Peng Ziliang forces behind Peng Wenyu wanted to cooperate with them.
"Let Brother Wenyu come in and welcome him solemnly!" Chen Yunxuan ordered.
After a while, Peng Wenyu, representing Lingwu County, entered the county government and greeted Chen Yunxuan and Lin Tongxi. "You two, I am Peng Wenyu, the envoy from Lingwu County, here to discuss matters on behalf of my cousin Peng Ziliang."
After a brief greeting between the two sides, Peng Wenyu stated the purpose of his trip.
This purpose scared Chen Yunxuan and Lin Tongxi. It was more of a surprise than a shock.
Originally they were thinking about how to capture Lingwu County, but the other party actually planned to hand Lingwu County over to them!
Obviously, Peng Ziliang wanted to join their force directly.
The two examined the plan and thought about the motivation behind it.
Why did Peng Ziliang surrender? He clearly controlled the power of a county and could have obeyed Ding Qicong or even established his own regime.
Unless... he has no other choice but to join Chen Yunxuan's forces.
In an instant, Lin Tongxi understood Peng Ziliang's situation. He and Chen Yunxuan were actually facing the same problem.
You should know that General Wen often joined forces with the Peng family to fight against Mao Dehui and Pang Xiang.
If it were to be managed by Ding Qichong, it would inevitably be harmed by Mao and Pang.
If it becomes a separatist regime... with the size of Lingwu County and the strength of its army, it might be quickly annexed by Mao Dehui and his men.
But if he joins Chen Yunxuan in the east... maybe he can preserve the strength of the Peng family and become a partner of Xiangnan's strength.
In this case, this investment is very wise.
"I wonder what you two adults think? My cousin has already led his troops to the foot of Gonghe Mountain, waiting for your army to join us." Peng Wenyu asked.
This suggestion is very tempting, and no one would refuse it.
The two nodded and agreed to Peng Ziliang's suggestion.
After preparation, Lin Tongxi and his companions quickly led their troops to Gonghe Mountain and met Peng Ziliang whom they had not seen for a long time.
The last time we met was in Xiangjiang County.
At that time, Chen Yunxuan was appointed as the prefect of Wangchen County.
"Sir Chen, it's been a long time since we last met. From now on, I will rely on you to protect the peace of the people of Xiangzhou." Peng Ziliang spoke first.
"Lord Peng, you are too kind. We should protect it together." Chen Yunxuan responded and stretched out his hand.
The two held each other's hands tightly, implying the achievement of cooperation.
At this moment, a general on Peng Ziliang's side suddenly drew his knife and tried to assassinate Chen Yunxuan.
"Traitors! I will kill you today!" Ji Xuanjin shouted, and several people around him also took out their weapons and tried to attack the other party.
However, the attacks of these people were blocked by Chen Yunxuan's guards. Wei Zhaoshan quickly drew out his two swords and ended Ji Xuanjin's life.
The guards beside him also attacked the other rioters, temporarily calming the unrest.
Seeing this, Peng Ziliang immediately scolded his subordinates: "If you have any objections, come to me!"
"I have stated many times that Ding Qicong is not a wise leader. He is cowardly and incompetent, and all government orders are issued by Mao Dehui."
"Are you not aware of the evil deeds of Mao Dehui?"
After hearing Peng Ziliang's scolding, many people remembered Mao Dehui's evil deeds.
These soldiers came from poor backgrounds and were inevitably bullied by the wealthy and powerful families.
Mao Dehui was the representative of these aristocratic families. In order to maintain his own authority, he often condoned the aristocratic families to bully the common people.
"We should support Chen Yunxuan's leadership, raise the banner of rebellion and fight against Mao Dehui!" Peng Ziliang raised his hand and mobilized his soldiers.
"Attack Mao Dehui!" One of them raised his hand, and then more people raised their hands, and even the army of Wangchen County followed suit.
"Crush Mao Dehui!"
"Crush Mao Dehui!"
Everyone shouted in unison, with a momentum that shook the mountains and rivers.
Lin Tongxi was very pleased. Under the call of the same goal, their army would be invincible!
The four counties of Xiangzhou are within our grasp!
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