The capital was the brain nerve center of the Ming Dynasty, commanding all the Ming troops across the country. If the capital could not be surrounded, Chongzhen's edict would be issued continuously. Even the most foolish orders could play a certain role at this time. The army that serves the kings in various places might gather in the capital. With the cunning of the Tartars, this would never be forgotten.

Therefore, Dong Shuyan and the others are sure to be safe at the moment. With the arrival of the Tartars, it is a good opportunity for them to show their skills. The large population of Northern Zhili will pour into Shandong in a large number of times in the future.

After a pause, Zhang Zhun said slowly: "Tiger Cavalry Camp and Leopard Cavalry Camp will provide them with cover when necessary."

Xu Qingluan was completely relieved.

The leopard cavalry camp and the tiger cavalry camp of the Hu Ben Army were all quietly stationed in Hejian Prefecture. As long as they attacked, the Tartars who were scattered south would inevitably be repelled by them. Even at the fastest speed of the Tartars moving south, the large Tartars could not cross the Great Wall without ten days and half a month. To be precise, when the Tartars appeared on the front line of the Great Wall, it was already nine years since Chongzhen.

The ninth year of Chongzhen was destined to be a year of blood and fire.

"Send all information points to start the Dragon Plan immediately from now on."

Zhang Zhun said in a deep voice.

Xu Qingluan agreed to go.

The Dragon Plan is the complete plan of the Tiger Ben Army to fight against the third invasion of the Tatars, including all affairs of the army and internal affairs. Once the Tatars move south, all units must act quickly in accordance with the relevant regulations of the Dragon Plan and make the greatest efforts to fight the Tatars.

"Feng Menglong!"

Zhang Zhun suddenly shouted.

"arrive!"

Feng Menglong hurried in.

"Go and invite Fengpingjun Li Jue, just say I have an urgent matter to negotiate."

Zhang Zhun ordered in a deep voice.

Feng Menglong agreed to turn around and go.

Soon, Li Jue arrived and looked at Zhang Zhun with some confusion.

Zhang Zhun said straight to the point: "The Tartars invaded for the third time, I have to go back."

Li Jue was shocked and said in a lost voice: "The Tartars invaded again?"

Zhang Zhun nodded deeply and said calmly: "This is expected. Our army is ready to fight. We just need to act according to the plan."

Hearing that Zhang Zhun was ready, Li Jue felt a little relieved, and then said earnestly: "Then... what do I need to do?"

Zhang Zhun said: "I brought some supplies and need to exchange some supplies with you."

Li Jue hurriedly said, "No problem, no problem. As long as we have it, we can exchange it for you."

Zhang Zhun nodded, smiled, and said gently: "Fair deal, you won't suffer any losses."

As he said that, Zhang Zhun took out a list of supplies.

After Li Jue looked at it, his eyes lit up, and he said excitedly and gratefully: "Okay! OK! Governor Zhang, you are so nice! I, Li Jue, have never praised anyone else in person except for praise of Mao Wenlong in my life. But now, I have to praise you in person. You are so nice. I, Li Jue, are not the ones who forget your roots. I will definitely satisfy you with all my strength if you have any requests."

Zhang Zhun brought a large number of weapons such as three-eyed guns, thunder guns, flying bird guns, and tiger squat guns, which were enough to arm 50,000 people. These firearms were exactly what Li Jue needed to reorganize the army. He was hesitant to ask Zhang Zhun when he would buy these weapons and equipment, but unexpectedly, Zhang Zhun took the initiative to come to his door, and he was of course grateful.

Li Jue felt that Zhang Zhun’s big gift package was too affordable, and he felt a little unbelievable for a while. Because, after being excited, he said a little nervously: “I don’t know what the governor needs?”

Zhang Zhun smiled slightly, raised four fingers, and said lightly: "I want four kinds of things. Iron ore, saltpeter, sulfur, and wood."

There are many mountains on the Korean Peninsula, with iron ore, saltpeter, sulfur, and wood, which is exactly what Zhang Jun needs. Iron ore is the foundation of all industries, so there is no need to say that. The Hu Ben Army needs a large amount of gunpowder, and in addition to artificial nitrate, it also requires a large amount of natural nitrate. At the same time, the demand for sulfur is also very large. As for wood, in addition to making charcoal, the main purpose is to build ships. With the continuous development of the shipbuilding industry, the amount of wood will be needed in the future.

After hearing this, Li Jue was still a little worried, thinking that these things were really not valuable. They were the most basic raw materials, not finished products. He always felt that he seemed to have taken a lot of advantage from Zhang Zhun, so hesitated and said, "Zhang Zhun, do you only need these things?"

Zhang Zhun nodded and said gently: "That's all."

Li Jue said cheerfully: "Okay! I agree! You can send people to mine iron ore, saltpeter, sulfur, etc., and you can send people to cut wood. If you don't have a manpower, we can also organize manpower to mine and exchange the weapons and equipment you gave me at the cheapest price. In a word, we will provide as much as you want."

Zhang Zhun said with satisfaction: "That's good!"

Li Jue suddenly remembered something and asked hurriedly: "The prince just told me that you will attend the banquet at Qingyun Palace tomorrow night..."

Zhang Zhun said calmly: "I will participate. I will return to China the day after tomorrow."

Li Jue stood up and said sincerely: "Tomorrow I will go to Gangwon Road to adjust the army there. I can't attend the banquet tomorrow night. I hope you can feel our sincerity. Governor, if there is any need, I, Li Jue, are willing to serve."

Zhang Zhun said with a smile: "I have recorded your kindness! If you need it, I will find you!"

Li Jue said goodbye and left, walked to the door, suddenly turned around, looked at Zhang Zhun with glittering eyes, and said expectantly: "Zhang Zhun, will you come to North Korea next year?"

Zhang Zhun said affirmatively: "Yes!"

Only then did Li Jue go there with confidence.

"Yulin, do you really want to attend tomorrow's banquet? Do you want to return home quickly now?"

Xu Qingluan asked with some concern.

“No need.”

"We have done everything we should do, and we don't care about what we should do for a day or two."

“Everything is in our plan, we just need to act according to the plan.”

Zhang Zhun said calmly.

That night, Zhang Zhun sent Gao Hongtu and Feng Menglong to officially inform the North Korean side and explain the news about the Tartars' third invasion. Li Zong and Li Hao were both very surprised when they heard that the Tartars launched the third invasion. They heard that Zhang Zhun had a complete plan to fight, so they felt a little relieved. Just like Li Jue, they once again stated that North Korea was willing to provide assistance to Zhang Zhun.
Chapter completed!