Chapter 532: The Deng brothers first lead the army

On March 20, the 27th year of Qianyuan, Li Rubing, the chief general of the Zhao army, sent general Zhuang Ao to lead 50,000 elite troops to attack Pingqiu. The fierce attack failed for several days. Instead, under the unbreakable defense of the Deng army, Li Rubing had no choice but to order Zhuang Ao to retreat to Changhuan.

On March 25, in the 27th year of Qianyuan, Li Rubing personally led an army of 150,000 south to Fengqiu, trying to seek the main force of the Deng army to fight. However, if Zhao army provoked each other, Yue Fei insisted on it. Unwilling to attack the city, Li Rubing had to return to the army and sent people to order various troops to march at the same time, in an attempt to make breakthroughs in other places when Chen Liu could not open up the situation.

On March 28, the 27th year of Qianyuan, the Shence Guard stationed in Longkang and the Lingshe Guard stationed in Qing County simultaneously raised troops north and met with the Guyang City on March 30th. The Guyang Guardian of Zhao's army did not dare to act rashly, so he had to order to defend the city.

Outside Guyang City, in the tent of the Deng army's camp, Murong Ke and Zhang Liao sat opposite each other, accompanied by Sun Wuji, the commander of the two guards, and Fa Zheng.

"General Murong, the general's order is to suppress the Zhao army in Pei County, but Guyang City is a mountain in front of you and me. Guyang City is guarded by 30,000 Zhao troops. It is very difficult to capture it. If we cannot capture Guyang City, we will not be able to threaten the hinterland of Pei County. Zhu Qiu's Leting has 70,000 troops in his hands and may invade Jiyang City at any time." Zhang Liao said to Murong Ke. They all received Yue Fei's military order and brought troops north. However, it is not that easy for them to capture Guyang City, which is guarded by 30,000 Zhao troops alone. Even if they can be taken down, it is not possible to do it in a short time. During this period, Zhu Qiu's Leting has broken Jiyang City several times.

Murong Ke also looked embarrassed. If Zhu Qiu's Zhao army was allowed to attack Jiyang City, the situation in the entire Central Plains would easily collapse, but he had no choice now.

At this time, Fa Zheng spoke, "Two generals, things are not that complicated."

"What's the idea for the French military advisor?" Murong Ke and Zhang Liao saw Fa Zheng say this, and thought Fa Zheng must have thought of it.

Fa Zheng nodded and said, "In fact, the reason why the two generals were so persistent in taking Guyang City was nothing more than worrying that once our army headed north, the Zhao army in Guyang City could not solve the problem, and it would be easy for the Zhao army to cut off the road back."

Murong Ke and Zhang Liao nodded. The reason why they chose to spend all their time in Guyang was this kind of worry. After all, it was no joke that they went alone.

"I wonder what the military advisor has to do?" Zhang Liao asked.

Fa Zheng said: "Actually, for now, the two generals' worries are a bit too much. Under the deterrence of our army, the Zhao army in Guyang City can only choose not to retreat, so how can we cut off our army's retreat? Our army can divide the troops into two groups, one by one, and one by one, the other will never dare to act rashly. The other will go north to attack Qi County and reach the hinterland of Pei County. In order to protect Pei County, Zhu Qiu's Leting troops must give up the plan to attack Jiyang City and go south to resist our army, otherwise our army can take down the entire Pei County."

After hearing this, Murong Ke and Zhang Liao thought about it carefully and felt that what Fa Zheng said had great potential, but at this time, both of them showed a look of embarrassment on their faces.

Murong Ke said: "I agree very much with what the French military advisor said, but the biggest question now is who is leading the army? Under Guyang City, I and General Zhang Liao must leave one person to take charge of the overall situation. In addition, the Zhao army of Kou Fei in Pengcheng has advanced westward and approached Guangling, and the Zhao army of Zhang Jie in Xiapi has also undergone some changes in recent days. I believe that it will soon go south to Jiujiang County. The two Zhao army has a total of 200,000. The Yongping Guard and Jinwu Guard may not be able to meet the strength of our army, so our army must support the Eastern Front when necessary. This general and General Zhang Liao are destined to be unable to lead the army northward. Who will lead the army northward? In addition, how many soldiers do we need to go north?"

"General, the troops heading north are just a side-level army. The purpose is to attract Zhu Qiu's Leting army to go south without fighting with Zhao's army. Therefore, the subordinates thought that 20,000 elite troops were enough. As for the leader, there was a candidate for the subordinates." At this time, Changsun Wuji said.

"Who?" Murong Ke asked curiously. The partial division was 20,000, and this force was barely enough. However, the leader mentioned by Changsun Wuji, Murong Ke could not have imagined that the 20,000 partial divisions would be sent out, which means that the generals under his command would be sent out. However, all these generals had the same status and were not suitable for anyone to lead. But except for the major generals under his command, who could have the ability to lead the partial divisions alone?

"General, the leader recommended by his subordinates is Duke Jin!" Changsun Wuji said in a shocking way and directly recommended Deng Han.

"What!" The candidate recommended by Changsun Wuji was directly off the scene. Several people were in their early twenties. It was not that they could not serve as the commander of the first army in their twenties. After all, there were many generals who became famous in their young age. But what is Deng Han's identity? The prince of the dynasty also participated in the Central Plains War this time, but everyone thought that this was just a few princes who came to gilt. They never thought of sending them to the battlefield, let alone leading the detached troops north. You must know that they would face 70,000 elite Zhao troops, which was too threatening.

"No, absolutely not!" Murong Ke refused without thinking, and joked that Deng Han led his troops north to face the Zhao army, which was three times his own. Even if Murong Ke took the opportunity to take action personally, he would not dare to say that he was confident in his military strength, let alone Deng Han, who had never led his troops alone.

"General, please listen to the details of the subordinates." Changsun Wuji knew that Murong Ke would not agree so easily to let Deng Han lead the army, so he said again: "General, his subordinates know that Duke Jin is a special identity, but being led by Duke Jin is the best choice at present. Duke Jin has outstanding abilities and is also recognized by the veterans in the army. After getting along with Duke Jin and Duke Wei, his subordinates believed that the ability of the two high-ranking generals is no less than that of all the generals, including the two generals, the sixteen guards, and they just lack an opportunity to prove themselves. Moreover, the two generals went north and must find a chief general with a position above them. In this way, Duke Jin is the best candidate."

"This!" Murong Ke hesitated after hearing this. Among so many people present, he knew the talents of Deng Han and Deng Yu's brothers best. After all, they studied under Murong Huang. When it comes to relationships, they had to call Murong Ke a senior brother, but their identities were noble. On the battlefield, sometimes they were capable and could not be able to ensure safety.

"General Zhang, what do you think of the French military advisor?" Murong Ke was not able to make any decisions, so he asked what Zhang Liao and Fa Zheng meant.

Zhang Liao hesitated for a moment, and then said, "I have to say that the military advisor Changsun made a lot of sense. I have heard of the abilities of the two high men. There should be no doubt about this. Besides you and me, the group of arrogant soldiers and generals under you and me may only have the identities of the two high men. Even if they are dissatisfied, they dare not reveal their identities due to their identities. However, I think it is still necessary to ask the opinions of the two high men. In addition, if the two high men go north, the generals of the army must also consider it carefully."

Murong Ke nodded, and then asked someone to invite Deng Han and Deng Yu brothers. Deng Han and Deng Yu were originally arranged by Murong Ke to station in Hong County, but after Deng's army stopped in Guyang City last year, Deng Han's brothers returned to the main army.

As soon as the brothers Deng Han and Deng Yu arrived at the Central Army tent, Murong Ke told the two of them about this and asked for their opinions.

When the Deng Han brothers were overjoyed, wasn’t they asking for the Lingser Guard to show their ambitions? But it was because of their prince’s identity that they could not get a good opportunity. Now they can lead a single leader to the north, so why would they not agree? They agreed immediately.

Murong Ke thought for a while, and then said, "Okay, then I'll ask the two high men to lead a 20,000 army north to Qi County. After conquering Qi County, if the Zhao army shows no sign of going south, the two high men will continue to go north to Jian County, Fuli and other places, and head to Zhuyi. But if the main force of the Zhao army goes south, the two high men will immediately retreat to Qi County to garrison. Do not conflict with the Zhao army heading to the Zhao army. As long as you defend Qi County, it will be a great achievement. In addition, General Li Dingguo and General Wu Tianxi will be sent to the two high men to obey the orders."

After Murong Ke explained the specific strategic policy to Deng Han's brothers, he arranged for Li Dingguo and Wu Tianxi to go north with the army and let Li Dingguo and Wu Tianxi be the general of the army. Murong Ke also considered it for a long time. Wu Tianxi was unparalleled and it was the most suitable for charging. Li Dingguo has been in the army for many years, has rich experience, and is very good at leading troops in wars. He can also stabilize the situation at critical moments. Let me mention Deng Han and Deng Yu, two fledgling boys, are also OK.

"Here! Please don't worry, General, we will complete the task!" Deng Han and Deng Yu said excitedly.

Soon, Murong Ke brought Li Dingguo and Wu Tianxi again, told them about the matter and led the troops north. Li Dingguo and Wu Tianxi had no objection, but just obeyed Deng Han and Deng Yu, the two young boys, made them feel a little unhappy. However, due to the identity of Deng Han's brothers, Li Dingguo and Wu Tianxi didn't say anything.

Murong Ke also knew Li Dingguo and Wu Tianxi's thoughts, but Murong Ke believed that the Deng Han brothers would definitely be able to impress them. Do you really think that the Deng Han brothers were young men who didn't know anything? No one from the royal family had a simple role, let alone those precious sons of Deng Sheng? Murong Ke heard his father's appreciation for Deng Sheng and his sons more than once from his father Murong Feng. If it weren't for his identity, they would have been famous generals of the Deng army.
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