Different from the past, after Xiang Zhuang returned to Wu County, he did not go to see Ying Xueyue in person. Instead, he asked Ying Liang to lead a hundred troops to escort Ying Xueyue back to Ying Ziying's house, while he hurried back to Dong Chu Palace.

In the side hall of the Eastern Chu Palace, a huge sand table is placed in the center of the hall. This sand table is much larger than the sand table used by Xiangzhuang for his marches. Moreover, this sand table covers the geography and landforms of the entire Central Plains. Although it is impossible to say that 100% the same. But the basic marching route, city location and geographical features are very similar. At this time, Xiangzhuang had just returned and hurried to the side hall. He ordered people to summon Kong Ji, Ding Gu and other general generals to come for a meeting. .

No one has arrived yet, but Xiang Zhuang is already pacing back and forth in front of the sand table. This battle is very important. Xiang Zhuang knows that if Liu Bang can be defeated or driven back to Hanzhong before he completely leaves Hanzhong, then the pace of history will be will change accordingly, and the struggle between Chu and Han will disappear from history. In that case, Liu Bang will be completely trapped in Hanzhong. And the power of the Yong Kingdom in Guanzhong will become stronger and stronger, gradually suppressing Liu Bang, and he can lead his army from Bajun entered and completely killed Liu Bang on the stage of history.

Of course, this is just Xiang Zhuang's personal idea. It's just an idea. The actual battle situation and how it is deployed is another matter.

Another problem that troubled Xiangzhuang arose. At this time, Jiangdong had just stabilized and the army deployment was relatively scattered. Many battle stations required a large number of troops. This made Xiangzhuang currently only have 50,000 troops available. However, Gui Yinghao was dispatched. The garrison in Wu County is very important.

But if there are only 50,000 soldiers and horses, it will be very difficult to suppress the Han army, which has more than 200,000 troops. Although there are Zhang Han, Sima Xin and Dong Yi in Guanzhong, and Gong Ao in Nanjun can allocate some troops. But each country has Zhang Han, Sima Xin and Dong Yi. The ** teams are united together, but they all have different intentions. Xiang Zhuang doesn't know whether they can achieve the most effective combat effectiveness. Moreover, whether Zhang Han, Sima Xin, Dong Yi and others are willing to fully cooperate with him.

Judging from the fact that Zhang Han ordered his son to go to Jiangdong as an envoy, he should not have any different intentions. But Sima Xin and Dong Yi are another matter.

While Xiang Zhuang was thinking, the sound of rapid footsteps sounded outside the palace. Soon, Cao Feng's figure appeared outside the palace. This time he traveled west to Poyang. Xiang Zhuang deliberately kept her behind. Cao Feng knew that Xiang Zhuang He must have taken Ying Xueyue with him. But the troops had just returned today. Cao Feng heard a lot of rumors. Please come to more and faster chapters. Many people were talking about Xiang Zhuang taking Ying Xueyue to the west behind his back. There are also people who are secretly discussing behind the scenes that Ying Xueyue may surpass all the other women and become the future queen of the Eastern Chu Kingdom.

This kind of discussion only exists within the scope of some small soldiers and generals. But Cao Feng has heard about it. What about Wu Fang and Kong Xiuyun? Won't they hear about it? Cao Feng seems to smell a smell of gunpowder from this matter. The struggle in the harem I'm afraid the curtain is about to begin.

Just when Cao Feng came to Xiang Zhuang and wanted to speak, Xiang Zhuang already said, "You came very quickly."

Xiang Zhuang recognized herself without looking back. Cao Feng was shocked. But soon she realized that Xiang Zhuang had herself in his heart, which was why she heard his footsteps so quickly. She couldn't help but feel sweet in her heart. Just now Her dissatisfaction with Xiang Zhuang had long been forgotten. At this time, she took a few steps forward and came to Xiang Zhuang. She complained slightly helplessly: "What is the harvest of your king's westward march this time?"

"Well... harvest." Xiang Zhuang was slightly surprised. He put away his thoughts and looked at Cao Feng, who was full of jealousy. Only then did he understand a little bit. Probably, the problem occurred with Ying Xueyue.

"Did you hear any rumors in the army?" Xiang Zhuang asked in a deliberately long tone. Cao Feng pretended to be puzzled and asked: "Did your Majesty do anything in the past few days?"

This sentence immediately silenced Xiang Zhuang. He didn't want to continue to struggle with this issue. He had to change his words and said: "There are changes in Guanzhong. I may have to make preparations in the next few days. The handsome army is going on an expedition."

"Are you in such a hurry? More and faster chapters are coming." Cao Feng was stunned. She originally wanted to use her words to point out Xiangzhuang a little bit more, but Cao Feng was struck by lightning when she was about to go to war. She looked at Xiangzhuang dully. Soon . She was relieved from her dullness again. No matter where Xiang Zhuang was going, she was a mighty general after all. She already had three thousand female soldiers under her command, who had just been recruited not long ago. If the army went on an expedition, she could also follow Xiang Zhuang.

Thinking of this, Cao Feng couldn't help but smile slyly: "I'll go prepare for when we will go out."

"You..." Xiang Zhuang was dumbfounded by Cao Feng's actions. He had no choice but to shake his head: "We haven't decided yet. You should train your female soldiers first. Don't scare them away as soon as they go to the battlefield."

"No way." Cao Feng puffed up her cheeks and said, "My female soldiers are definitely no less than the male soldiers of other battalions. Just wait and see if they are updated as soon as possible."

Cao Feng cupped her hands, turned around and left. Looking at her back, Xiang Zhuang shook his head helplessly. At this time, Ying Liang quickly walked into the hall. He cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty, Ding Gu and the others are here. They are outside the hall. Waiting."

"Let them all come in."

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At this time, the Confucius Mansion had moved to the north of the city. There was a very luxurious house here, covering an area of ​​100 acres. Moreover, it was backed by a small river and the scenery was very beautiful.

After Kong Ji returned to Wu County with Xiangzhuang, he hurriedly came to Kong Mansion. Today was the day of rest, and Kong Ji happened to be recuperating at home. Kong Ji had just returned home and went to see his father Kong Ji. The two sat opposite each other in the back office. A maid brought tea. First update: I hurriedly left. At this time, the room was very quiet.

"Are you sure Xiang Zhuang is going to conquer the west?" Kong Yu's voice sounded a little vicissitudes of life. He has not been in good health in the past two years. Although he has no serious illness, the repeated minor ailments are not something he can endure at his age. At this time, Kong Yu After Ji told Kong Yu about his journey to the west, Kong Yu was very surprised. Not long after the founding of Dong Chu, the country was in political turmoil and the country did not have the ability to conquer all over the country. Moreover, a war between Dong Chu and Dong Yue had already consumed Dong Chu. The tax revenue of the Chu State for more than half a year. If Xiangzhuang starts another war, the Eastern Chu State will be worried.

Moreover, when sending troops to Guanzhong, one question is whether Zhang Han is willing to send Dongchu troops to pass through Guanzhong. And once Dongchu drives away Liu Bang and stabilizes Guanzhong, what benefit does this thousands of miles away have to Xiangzhuang? More Please come to the chapter sooner.

Kong Ji was not very in favor of Xiang Zhuang sending troops at this time, so he hurriedly returned to discuss with his father. This news shocked Kong Yu far more than Xiang Zhuang taking Ying Xueyue to the west. At this time, both father and son were silent. After a while, Kong Jicai said softly: "Yes", indicating that he agreed with his father's question just now.

Seeing that his father was still deep in thought, Kong Ji continued: "The Emperor of Qin went on the road of no return because of his excessive military force. If the king also pursues conquest and killing, what does it mean to Xiang Yu? The Eastern Chu Kingdom may be in doom. "

"You are serious about what you said." Kong Yu didn't like what Kong Ji just said. It would be wrong to deny Xiang Zhuang's achievements because he sent troops. And his son Kong Ji's idea was too one-sided. This is not right. Okay. More and faster chapters are here. Kong Yu thought for a moment. He stood up in a hurry and said: "You and I will each contact the court officials. I will write a letter to remonstrate to stop this conquest."

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The Cao Mansion also moved to the north of the city not long ago. It is only three streets away from the Confucius Mansion. Cao Fengben, who had just returned from the palace, was in a good mood. She was packing her bags to prepare for the expedition. Unexpectedly, her father Cao Wujiu came. While talking to her, Cao Fengben Feng accidentally told Xiangzhuang about his expedition to the west. Cao Wujiu was shocked after hearing this.

He does not want Xiang Zhuang to attack Liu Bang at this time. On the contrary, Xiang Zhuang should take this opportunity to sit on the mountain and watch the tiger fight. If Zhang Han wins, Xiang Zhuang can order Gong Ao to send troops directly to Guanzhong. Xiang Zhuang will lead his troops along the Entering Jiangxi, you can go straight to Guanzhong. Take the opportunity to destroy Zhang Han. Why don't Liu Bangsheng and Xiangzhuang go straight to Guanzhong along the Han River? Updated as soon as possible. Completely destroy Liu Bang's foundation. Even if Liu Bang takes Guanzhong, what's the point?

But Xiang Zhuang chose to lead his troops westward to help Zhang Han resist Liu Bang. This made Cao Wujiu unable to figure out what his intentions were.

"When will your Majesty prepare to raise troops?" Cao Wujiu finally asked after thinking for a moment. Cao Feng shook his head dissatisfied: "He didn't tell me. He just said he wanted to go west. Let me pack my bags."

"This is not possible. I must enter the palace immediately to admonish the king."

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Like the Cao Mansion, Wu County, led by Kong Kun and Kong Ji, wanted to go to the palace one after another. More than a hundred people jointly submitted letters and wrote hundreds of remonstrances, and hurried towards the palace.

On the other hand, everything was calm in the Chu palace. Xiang Zhuang temporarily recruited many generals to gather in the side hall. There were Ding Gu, the leader of the Black Eagle Army, Ma Tianhong, the leader of the Tiger Camp, Gui Yinghao, the leader of the Tiger Camp, Cao Wushang, the general, and Jun Zixiu, the brave general. Ding Hong, Hou Kaige, Letian and others, as well as the marching Sima Zhou Sheng, all gathered in front of the sand table and analyzed the battle situation carefully.

If Xiangzhuang intends to move westward, the most direct way is to go down the Yangtze River. But there is still a problem. The Eastern Chu army can only mobilize 50,000 troops this time. And the battle docks of Dong Chu will be The soldiers of the Tiger Camp will take over with full authority and station the troops in various places. In this way, the commander of the Tiger Camp, Ma Tianhong, will also serve as the governor of Lujiang County, completely taking over the border defense of Dongchu. Although this arrangement will give Ma Tianhong too much power. But this was what Xiang Zhuang decided after thinking about it for several days and nights.

The Tiger Battalion took over the war dock, and the Huben Battalion deployed to defend the capital and garrisoned Wu County. The only soldiers and horses that could be mobilized were the Black Eagle Army. The Black Eagle Army had nearly 90,000 soldiers and horses at this time. However, both Jiangcheng River Port and Dantu River Port needed soldiers. The horse garrison consumed nearly 30,000 Ding Gu's troops. Before Gui Yinghao's army withdrew, Ding Gu's army had to stay 10,000 near Wu County to prevent bandits from causing trouble. In this way, the remaining 50,000 troops of the Black Eagle Army Horses will be the main force in Xiangzhuang's western expedition.

Because of this, the protagonist of this meeting became Ding Gu, while Gui Yinghao and Ma Tianhong became supporting roles. But there is another possibility. Gui Yinghao may lose his military power because of this and be transferred back from the commander-in-chief. Xiang Zhuang's subordinates were on standby. All the choices he made depended on Xiang Zhuang. But while everyone was thinking about the route of entering the army, Hua Yu had already hurried into the side hall and whispered in Xiang Zhuang's ear: "Your Majesty, we just collected When I received the news, it has been leaked that you are going to go on an expedition. The courtiers are very dissatisfied. They have united together and are preparing to write a letter to protest. They are already approaching the palace gate."
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