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"In any case, I had already made promises to the other three groups in Tokyo,"
"If our Liangshan doesn't make a single move,"
"It's inevitable that the world will think Liangshan is untrustworthy."
Xu Guanzhong nodded and said,
"In that case, let's capture a few cities first,"
"Let's see how the imperial court reacts."
"Jeju and Dongping Prefecture are right next to our lake,"
Ruan Xiaoer immediately said,
"The people here have all benefited from the kindness of Liangshan,"
"Let's start with these two places."
"not good,"
Xu Guanzhong shook his head and said,
Both places are adjacent to the Grand Canal.
"If we take it,"
"Then the Grand Canal is effectively cut off,"
"This canal is the lifeblood of the imperial court,"
"Once it falls into our hands,"
"I'm afraid the imperial court will immediately abandon the other three routes,"
"They're only thinking about attacking us!"
Wen Huanzhang glanced at the map hanging behind him.
"It would be better to send troops to Qingzhou and Zizhou,"
"These two locations are near Hebei,"
"After we capture it,"
"Then it can be connected with Yinma River,"
"Then, we won't have to worry about anyone coveting the horses from Yinma River anymore..."
Chapter 1567 Dividing the Army into Two Groups
Zhu Wu said,
"We also need to leave a large force to defend this mountain stronghold,"
"We must not allow Liangshan to be surrounded by government troops."
"At that time, those officers and soldiers,"
"Nine times out of ten, they will use the local people to kill innocent people and claim credit for it."
Zhao Yuan pondered for a moment,
"There are just too many people living on the mountain now."
"Alright, send someone down to inquire."
"Among the common people, there are certainly those who would like to go to Qingzhou,"
"We can allocate more land to them."
"As for Liangshan, as long as a navy is left to guard the stronghold,"
"Even if the government troops are numerous,"
"It seems unlikely that Liangshan can be breached in a short time."
"In truly critical situations, we can also provide support via waterways."
Ruan Xiaoer immediately called out,
"Brother, you're going to fight in the war,"
"But they want us to stay and guard the village."
"I'm not doing this this time!"
"I also want to follow the army to attack Qingzhou."
Zhao Yuan shook his head and said,
"The conquest and territorial expansion were carried out using cavalry and infantry,"
"How can your navy attack a city?"
"elder brother,"
Ruan Xiaoqi looked at the map and smiled.
"Qingzhou, Binzhou, and Cangzhou,"
"They're all by the sea,"
"We might need to use online trolls at any time,"
"Let me take some of my online army to Qingzhou."
Xu Guanzhong looked at the map.
He nodded and said,
“What Brother Ruan said makes sense,”
"Why don't we let the three Ruan brothers lead a thousand naval troops to Qingzhou as well?"
"Leave Zhang Shun and his brother to guard Liangshan."
After discussing it for a while,
They then decided to split into two groups.
Xu Guanzhong and Wen Huanzhang led an army of 10,000 to attack Qingzhou.
Zhao Yuan and Zhu Wu led 5,000 troops to attack Zizhou.
Lin Chong then led 5,000 men to stay behind and guard the mountain stronghold.
Zhao Yuan returned to the courtyard.
Seeing Li Shishi staring blankly at the house in the courtyard,
He stepped forward, hugged Li Shishi's shoulders, and laughed.
"What is Shishi thinking about? She seems so lost in thought."
Li Shishi leaned on Zhao Yuan's shoulder.
Are we leaving Liangshan now?
"For more than a year, from Tokyo and Kaifeng to Liangshan,"
"Time flies so fast."
"I almost don't want to leave here."
"Do not worry,"
Zhao Yuan embraced Li Shishi and returned to the house.
"You'll be staying in the village for a few more days,"
"Tomorrow, Military Advisor Xu and I will lead troops down the mountain to attack Zizhou and Qingzhou,"
"After we take Qingzhou,"
"Only Instructor Lin will escort you and Third Sister to Qingzhou."
"When I left Tokyo,"
"I told you,"
"Sooner or later, I'll make sure you return to Tokyo openly and honestly."
"Just wait patiently for another year or two..."
"Um,"
Li Shishi nodded.
"Battle is dangerous, sir, you must be careful."
"Do not worry,"
Zhao Yuan laughed.
"I am now a general commanding the army,"
"I won't go into battle easily."
"Besides, with my martial arts skills,"
"No one can hurt me anymore."
.....
The next day at dawn
After the troops were mustered and assembled on Liangshan Mountain,
The troops then split into two groups.
Head east!
Let's start with Zhao Yuan's side.
The prefect of Zizhou,
His name is Zhao Mingcheng.
This person also comes from a prestigious family.
His father, Zhao Tingzhi, once served as prime minister.
Zhao Mingcheng was even younger.
He then gained the reputation of a talented scholar.
Later, he met and became acquainted with Li Qingzhao, a talented woman who was also famous in the capital.
It can be said that destined people eventually become a couple.
At the age of twenty-four, he was granted the rank of Vice Minister of the Court of State Ceremonies, a fifth-rank official.
Much taller than the average person,
His career prospects can be described as bright.
However, Zhao Mingcheng had only been in office for a little over a year.
His father was defeated in his struggle against Cai Jing.
He died in despair after being dismissed from his post as prime minister.
Emperor Huizong was grateful for Zhao Tingzhi's achievements.
He was posthumously awarded the title of Minister of Works and given the posthumous name of Qingxian.
If that's all there is to it,
Zhao Mingcheng could also rely on his own abilities.
Then strive again in the imperial court.
However, Cai Jing, who always sought to annihilate his opponents...
However, they did not let Zhao Tingzhi off the hook.