How many people are there in the city? Lu Zhaoci waved his hand and entered Huai'an City. Huai'an is located on an important communication road, connecting the north and the south. Especially after the canal was built, it played an important role. However, although Huai'an City is important, the city defense is not.

No. After all, it is not a big city like Luoyang. The cities in the south of the Yangtze River are generally low-rise. Chen Guangrui has been in Huai'an for many years, mainly focusing on the economy. How can it affect the city defense of Huai'an? This is not something he can do.

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"In reply to your majesty," there are currently three thousand soldiers and horses in the city.

" Chen Qiong, the captain of Huai'an, said quickly: "It's just that most of these three thousand people are responsible for maintaining order in Huai'an City. Although they are young and strong, they cannot be compared with His Majesty's Royal Forest Army."

"In this way, there will be more than 10,000 soldiers around us?" Lu Zhaoci's expression improved a little. If the number of people was small, Lu Zhaoci would not be able to create many soldiers. There were only more than 10,000 soldiers.

"It might as well be used.

"Although there are more than 10,000 people, there are more than 10,000 people! In addition, Huai'an's city defense is weak. If the opponent attacks, it will be detrimental to our army." Chen Guangrui shook his head, with a still expression on his face.

He wanted to show his dignity and persuaded: "Your Majesty's body is related to the rise and fall of the Tang Dynasty. I don't think he should be here. If you don't hold the opponent here, your Majesty can attack him from behind and defeat him." He turned defeat into victory.

"Chen Guangrui came up with an idea.

"Chen Qing, it seems that Mr. Yin made the right choice when he recruited you as his son-in-law. Not only are you outstanding in literary talent, but you are also good at marching and fighting. Not bad. Not bad." Lu Zhaoci looked at Chen Guangrui in surprise and smiled.

"Not bad, not bad," he said, "to be able to come up with such a method in such a short period of time."

"Your Majesty is joking. My family has left some books, but my thoughts are not on them." It's true that the young master of my family likes to read these books, so I can tell you something about them." Chen Guangrui smiled slightly.

"Red" said, shaking his head.

"Your young master?" Lu Zhaoci showed a trace of thought on his face. He was silent for a while, then nodded and said, "Let's leave this matter aside for the time being." These rebels came here for the purpose of joining forces. Hum, if the joining forces are

"It's so easy to kill, Li Yuan and his son killed them all back then." The dragon boats traveling on the canal were "on a grand scale". Not to mention the nearby Jiangnan, even Chang'an and Luoyang, which are far away from the canal, may already know the news. These things

It is normal for the rebels to come to capture Lu Zhaoci.

"Your Majesty, the walls of Huai'an City are too shabby." At this time, Zhou Qing also rushed over, with a look of solemnity on his face. He was ordered to protect Lu Zhaoci, but he never thought that when he was about to approach Jiangnan

, but something like this happened. The rebels came to besiege Huai'an, and their target was obviously Lu Zhaoci. This made him very angry, but besides being angry, he was more worried about what might happen to Lu Zhaoci.

In his opinion, "Lu Zhaoci's best way is to abandon the waterway" and take the land route. This will make it easier to avoid the opponent's edge.

"Haha" don't be anxious, what is coming will come again, you can't hide even if you want to." Lu Zhaoci said with a smile: "Among my naval forces, the most elite one is the Dengzhou Navy.

At this time, the rest of the Xiangyang Navy "are cooperating with the general in fighting." The rest of the Xiangyang Navy has always been just to maintain order on the inland river and capture and kill the bandits on the river. I'm afraid it won't be time to deal with this kind of navy. All the defense lines along the river have already fallen to the opponent's right hand.

This is true in the Yangtze River, especially in the lower reaches of the Yangtze River. The troops of the United Alliance and the United Nations will definitely be intercepted by the other side if they want to cross the Yangtze River." This is also inevitable. Although the situation in Jiangnan today is not as bad as we imagined, one thing is certain.

, if the allied army cannot reach the south of the Yangtze River, the situation in the south of the Yangtze River will continue to deteriorate, so the most important thing is to allow the army and the grain and grass to cross the south of the Yangtze River. Haha, Chen Qing, during this time, you will transport the grain, grass and grain to the south of the Yangtze River.

I’m afraid I’ve lost a lot of weight!”

"Your Majesty, your Majesty." Chen Guangrui nodded solemnly and said, "But that's the case. The other party has the Yangtze River waterway running across it. We are no match for him. Fortunately, I transport grain and grass in small batches. In this way,

, the boat is light and fast, and the speed of the round trip is very fast. By the time the other party knows the news, we have already completed the transportation, but we have also lost a lot, and the support to Jiangnan is also much less. Fortunately, Jinling is a big city and a land and water transportation hub.

There is no shortage of food, grass, and weight. "The Queen and General Cheng are not lacking either."

"Destroying this navy is the most important thing." Lu Zhaoci looked coldly and snorted: "Don't think that because the Union has few soldiers, it is easy to bully. The Union wants to see these guys today. What has the Union done for so many years?

Emperor, have you ever abandoned your martial arts? Let's go into the city." Lu Zhaoci led everyone towards Huai'an City.

However, when everyone entered Huai'an City, Lu Zhaoci's expression became solemn. The walls of Huai'an City were very dilapidated. Although they were not in a dilapidated state, they were not much better.

A stone machine can smash a big hole into the city wall. Everyone looked at Lu Zhaoci uneasily, fearing that Lu Zhaoci would get angry.

"That's right, that's right." It was exactly this kind of city wall that the couplet was talking about. "How did you know?" After seeing Huai'an City, Lu Zhaoci not only didn't get angry, but laughed and said, "This is the only city wall that the couplet needs most."

"General Zhou, is this a sign of your Majesty's anger?" Chen Guangrui said cautiously.

"Haha, Mr. Chen, you don't understand this!" Zhou Qing said with a smile: ... Such a city wall attracts the rebels' attention the most. Look, such a city wall can be easily broken! But such a city wall

But it is not easy to be broken. In this way, if the rebels want to capture His Majesty, they will definitely attack this city, which will consume a lot of strength. In this way, a long attack will inevitably be weak. If at this time, there is an army

Blocking the canal, Mr. Chen, do you think this army can stay here for a long time? Hum hum, it will definitely die. Your Majesty just wants to annihilate this navy here to avoid the enemy looking for us when we cross the river.

trouble."

After hearing this, Chen Guangrui understood the truth and quickly paid homage to Lu Zhaoci: "Your Majesty, since this is the case, I will stick to the city wall. Your Majesty can move outside the city." When the opponent is exhausted, he will lead his army to attack again, and he will definitely be able to attack.

Kill the opponent to eliminate this rebellion."

"Haha, you can't." Lu Zhaoci rejected the other party's suggestion without thinking, and said: "These guys are here for Lian. If Lian didn't show up here, they wouldn't attack Huai'an City." Or they wouldn't attack Huai'an City at all.

Even if they stay for such a long time, they will still attack here. As long as there is a joint, that is the main target of their attack." Lu Zhaoci said without thinking. Chen Guangrui lowered his head silently, Lu Zhaoci said

Zhaoci was right. The other party made it clear that the carriage and horses came for Lu Zhaoci. Although Chen Guangrui's Jianghuai transshipment envoy was also a high official, he was not as important as Jinling on the Yangtze River! There was a queen there, too.

Only the emperor Lu Zhaoci could attract the other party's attention.

"Your Majesty, then let me stay by your Majesty's side." Zhou Qing said loudly.

"You stay by Lian's side?" Lu Zhaoci thought for a while, shook his head, and said, "You stay by Lian's side, but who will implement Lian's plan?" "Biping, if possible, I am willing to go.

Execute His Majesty's plan." Chen Guangrui strode out and raised his hands and said, "Although I am a scholar, I am not helpless. When my father-in-law was still alive, he also trained me. What's more, my wife

He is also a general, and he has some knowledge of martial arts and is willing to help your majesty. General Zhou is guarding your majesty. On the one hand, I can rest assured. On the other hand, in terms of clothing, if your majesty does not have a general of the Royal Forest Army by your side, the other party will definitely notice it, but I and your wife do not have to do this.

How could they have thought that civil servants would have some knowledge of martial arts, or that His Majesty would allow ministers to lead the army? What's more, the ministers were only carrying out His Majesty's intentions, and it was His Majesty's soldiers who actually charged into the battle. In this way, it seems that they can achieve surprise.

The effect." Everyone's eyes lit up, obviously they had not thought of this, even Lu Zhaoci looked like he was thinking, and there was also a hint of movement on his face.

"What you said makes sense. In this case, I will let you lead an army of three thousand and leave the city overnight." When you see the fire on the city top, you will take the opportunity to set fire to the boat and attack this rebellion from behind." Lu Zhao

Ci finally nodded and said.

"I obey the decree." Chen Guangfu showed a hint of joy on his face.

"Pay attention to safety." Lu Zhaoci showed a trace of reluctance on his face.

"Haha, your Majesty, don't worry. I am just a leader. You can learn from Zhuge Liang. As for charging into battle, that is also a matter for the soldiers of the Royal Forest Army." Chen Guangrui said with a smile.

"Yes, since you said so, Lian Ye will let go." Lu Zhaoci nodded, and then said to Zhou Qing: "Go and select three thousand elites for Mr. Chen, and authorize him to command the three thousand troops. Anyone who dares to disobey

Military orders will kill without mercy."

"I will go to Aipai now." Zhou Qing did not dare to neglect, and quickly selected three thousand elites from the imperial army. Then Chen Guangrui tidied up a little, and then he and his wife Yin Jiao led the three imperial troops and disappeared in Huai'an.

Within the city.

"Your Majesty, what should we do now?" Zhou Qing looked solemn and handed over 3,000 Imperial Guard soldiers and horses to Chen Guangrui. Now there were far fewer escorting soldiers around Lu Zhaoci.

"Huai'an is located on a strategic thoroughfare." There must be many young and strong warriors here. You go and summon them to prepare for emergency repairs of the city. "Repair as many cities as you can." Lu Zhaoci sneered: "On the one hand,

This must be done, and on the other hand, it is also for the other party to see." "What about the dragon boat?" Zhou Qing looked nervously at the canal in the distance. The dragon boat is still docked on the canal, and there is no place in Huai'an City.

Stop the dragon boat.

"Just give it to Rebellion and leave. I think the man who calls himself Yang Tianzi will definitely like this dragon boat." Lu Zhaoci sneered: "The dragon boat travels very slowly, and I only ride it when I have free time.

, it is most appropriate to march and fight in a warship. Well, Emperor Yang has not ridden on a dragon boat yet! So reward him and let him sit on a dragon boat and command the army! I think Chen Guangrui can see clearly even in the dark.

Dragon boat.”

"Yes." Zhou Qing was stunned when he heard the words, but he quickly realized it. "A smile appeared on his face." He naturally understood what Lu Zhaoci meant. Such a big dragon boat is clumsy and can be used to enhance the majesty of the emperor.

"It's useless. When marching and fighting, only warships can gain absolute advantage on the battlefield." How can a dragon boat do it? Such an eye-catching symbol can only become the target of the enemy. If this dragon boat is attacked by the enemy leader Yang

No matter when the emperor takes possession of it, this dragon boat will become the target of the imperial army.

"General, if we can capture Lu Zhaoci alive this time, the world will be able to decide?" On the surface of the canal, Lai led 30,000 soldiers to gather on the river, and there were hundreds of large and small warships.

, on the Chinese warship, Laizheng and a middle-aged scribe were sitting on the warship, looking at Huai'an City in the distance," with a look of pride on his face.

"Lu Zhaoci claimed to be the emperor of the empire. He was a horse general back then. He actually dared to lead five thousand soldiers and horses to the south of the Yangtze River. He even rode a dragon boat and came here in a swagger." He clearly doesn't take us in his eyes. This time, he is letting us

I'll wait for the opportunity." Laizheng snorted coldly: "Huai'an City is in ruins." There are even fewer defenders inside. If Lu Zhaoci borrows the land route to rebel north, there is naturally nothing we can do." But now the other party actually

Being stranded in Huai'an City is a God-given opportunity! We must kill the opponent. As long as Lu Zhaoci dies, the entire court will be confused and the princes will fight. This is our best chance. Your Majesty can completely

Unify the south of the Yangtze River, and then send the army north to seize the entire world."

"It's a pity that idiot Li Yuanjia" is an incompetent person. He was defeated by Xu Shiji so easily. "It's really a loss of face for the Li family." The middle-aged scribe sneered: "If he could support him for a while,

Our chances will be much greater." I'm afraid Xu Shiji won't be able to divert his attention soon. "His next target will be waiting for me."

"Haha" it's different now." Laizheng sneered and said: "As long as Lu Zhaoci is killed or captured by us here, it will be enough for us to overthrow the Tang Dynasty."

"Yes, this is a good opportunity!" The middle-aged scribe pointed to Huai'an City in front and said: "The general can tell the soldiers, "Whoever can capture Lu Zhaoci will own everything in the city. In this way"

The soldiers will be able to fight the enemy bravely."

"This, is this okay?" Lai straightened his face and looked at the scribe beside him and said.

"General Ya, there is a dragon boat ahead." At this moment, a soldier burst in with a look of joy on his face and said loudly.

"Dragon boat." The middle-aged scribes looked at each other, with a hint of joy on their faces.

"Haha, I didn't expect that Lu Zhaoci would even abandon his own dragon boat. He was so hasty as a lost dog!" Lai Zheng laughed loudly and said: "Lu Zhaoci, who once conquered Guanzhong and conquered the world, has become emperor since then"

He no longer has the willpower of the past. As soon as he heard the arrival of the army, he ran away in a hurry. What is there to fear about such an emperor?"

"General, besiege Huai'an immediately to prevent Lu Zhaoci from getting away." The middle-aged scribe said loudly.

"Not bad." Lai changed his face, waved the flag in his hand loudly, and shouted: "Send my order to surround Huai'an and seize the dragon boat." "Yes, there are still dragon boats, we must not let them go."

The dragon boat has been damaged at all!" The middle-aged scribe said loudly, "This is a gift to His Majesty!"
To be continued...