Chapter 74: An Interlude in the March
Guanzhong Lantian Camp.
Meng Ao, who was ordered to be transferred here to attack the troops of the Guard Kingdom, had to temporarily give up his mission and go to the commander's tent because the King of Qin was coming.
"The general doesn't have to transfer troops here anymore. He sets off immediately and goes to Wang Jian, Xinzheng, to take over 60,000 troops from him as the main force in attacking the Wei Kingdom this time." Ying Zheng, who arrived here from Zhangtai Palace, summoned Meng Ao to the general's tent, and said directly.
Meng Ao, who was familiar with military affairs, was slightly stunned by Ying Zheng's orders and immediately figured out the key point, and soldier was very fast.
Which of the two, the dispatch of troops from Lantian camp or the dispatch of troops from Xinzheng is faster? Naturally, there is no need to compare.
If I was not wrong, after I left, someone would still be dispatched from Lantian Camp to Xinzheng to fill the military vacuum caused by taking away 60,000 troops.
Moreover, this method will make the five countries misjudgment in detail, making them think that the main force of the Qin army was the troops set out from the Lantian camp. The short time error during this period will have an impact on both the enemy and us, which is sufficient to affect the outcome of the war. Meng Ao said secretly.
"No." Meng Ao bowed.
"It is indeed labor-saving to talk about military affairs with such a general on the battlefield," Ying Zheng was very satisfied with Meng Ao's reaction.
Meng Ao did not hesitate because of his daily orders. It was obvious that he had already put his position very straight, and being able to figure out the key points in such a short time is also a reflection of Meng Ao's ability.
It’s just a pity that if nothing unexpected happens, this war should be the last battle in Meng Ao’s career. He is too old.
"The key to attacking the Wei Kingdom is speed. I believe the general knows it too, and I don't say much about it here." Ying Zheng walked to Meng Ao and took out the tiger talisman from his sleeve bag.
"I am waiting to celebrate the general's merits in Xianyang Palace." Ying Zheng said after handing the tiger talisman to Meng Ao.
"I will definitely live up to the expectations of the king." Meng Ao said in a military salute.
"I have always believed in this." Ying Zheng said loudly.
Meng Ao, who was ordered to leave, left the door of the tent. Although he was old, his still strong body couldn't help but tremble. He suddenly thought of something.
The king's strategy at this time was indeed very perfect. When the five countries thought that the Qin army was still on the way from Lantian to the battlefield, the Qin army had already sent troops from Xinzheng.
But is the king who transferred 60,000 out of the 80,000 troops in Yingchuan County all at once just for the implementation of the strategy?
I'm afraid it may not be.
In the past three years, Wang Jian has led 80,000 troops alone to station in Xinzheng, and every year he can send troops to attack Zhao State. The trust Wang Jian received from the king is definitely not inferior to himself.
But does the king really trust Wang Jian absolutely? I'm afraid it may not be possible that this time, he used the war as an excuse to transfer 60,000 troops under Wang Jian's command to his command, and then allocated troops from Lantian Camp to fill the gap in the troops under Wang Jian's command. Is this a separation of soldiers and generals?
Didn’t the king completely trust Wang Jian? No, it shouldn’t be. The reason for doing this may not be because of Wang Jian, but the king’s purely unwilling to let a private army appear in Qin, even if Wang Jian had no intention of doing so.
Meng Ao, who is familiar with the rules of the army, is very clear that many times, even if the general does not have such a heart, he cannot stop his subordinates from being too worried.
Although Meng Ao's pause was short, it was still taken in his eyes by Ying Zheng.
This is a misunderstanding. Ying Zheng said speechlessly.
Although he did not like the situation of the Wang family and the Meng family in the army, he did not take action at this time. Even if he wanted to solve these problems, it would be after the real unification of the world.
It seems smart to do these things now, but it is actually stupid. After all, what you are pursuing combat power at this time is, and as for the others, you can be ranked behind for the time being.
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Meng Ao, who received the military order, took dozens of cavalry and traveled lightly. At sunset, he had marched for more than 200 miles. He ordered the suspension of troops to repair Meng Ao, but saw an unexpected figure among the soldiers under his command.
Wang Li.
Wang Jian’s grandson and Wang Ben’s son.
But how could this kid be here?
Wang Li, who was just twelve years old, was tall and underage. However, he was not short at all among a soldier. If it weren't for this, Meng Ao wouldn't have failed to discover Wang Li at the first time.
The quiet Meng Ao called Meng Tian, who was accompanying the army, and asked in a low voice: "How could Wang Li be here?"
"Report to the general, Wang Li is also a soldier of our Qin State, so of course he can appear here." Meng Tian said solemnly.
"I am not asking you as a general above, but as your grandfather." Meng Ao pulled Meng Tian aside and said.
"Grandfather, there are some reasons for this, and it is not convenient to tell you." Meng Tian said in a tangled manner.
"If I remember correctly, Wang Li is not yet the age to join the army. If you hide anything from me again, I don't mind sending Wang Li back to Xianyang." Meng Ao threatened.
"This." Meng Tian hesitated for a while, as if under the threat of his grandfather, he could not find a better solution.
"General Wang Ben wanted to break Wang Li's leg. Fortunately, Mrs. Wang sent his servant to tell Wang Li in advance, so that he would not go home and fall into the trap. However, Wang Li was also homeless because of this. Then he asked his grandson to help him and took him to Xinzheng to join his grandfather General Wang Jian." Meng Tian explained.
"Wang Ben wants to break Wang Li's leg? As far as I know, although Wang Ben is violent, he is still at this point, right?"
Although Meng Ao was asking, he had already told Meng Tian very clearly that you should tell the real reason.
"The king left the brothel, General Wang Ben found out about this matter." Meng Tian whispered.
"Brighouse?" Meng Ao didn't believe his ears, and then looked at Wang Li, who was in panic in the distance.
Is this kid only twelve years old?
"Isn't that true? Wang Li didn't know who was bewitched by him, so he went to that place, but General Wang Ben found out." Meng Tian said helplessly.
"The Wang family also governs the family by military law. Do you think Wang left Xinzheng and would not be punished after Wang Jian knew about this?" Meng Ao said.
"Of course I can't escape, but it won't be that miserable. At least I won't be broken by my legs." Meng Tian replied.
As a family of generals in Qin State, Meng Tian and Wang Li have known each other since childhood. Although their relationship was average at the beginning, Ying Zheng later selected talents from the children of the generals to form the imperial guards of Zhangtai Palace. Wang Li, as a subordinate of Meng Tian, became familiar with it. Now that his friend is in danger of breaking his legs, how could Meng Tian stand by and watch?
"The best way is to ask the king instead of escaping to Xinzheng. The result will be that Wang Li will be punished by Wang Jian first and then beaten by Wang Ben." Meng Ao analyzed.
"If you tell the king about this, Wang Li might be even more miserable." Meng Tian said with a wry smile.
"What's the reason?"
"The king knows Wang Li's fault. He once said that if Wang Li makes a mistake because of a woman, the king will never punish Wang Li, and will reward him." Meng Tian recalled, but his face turned a little pale, as if he had thought of something terrifying.
"This reward should have other profound meanings, right?" Meng Ao explored.
As he grows older, he also likes to inquire about things that belong to young people, which can make him recall the time he lost.
"The king said that he would reward the ugliest woman in Xianyang and cannot be married as Wang Li's concubine." Meng Tian felt cold in his heart when he thought of such a scene.
At that time, Wang Li would definitely be worse than death.
"King, this is a big deal..." Meng Ao couldn't continue to say anything.
"Forget it, let Wang Li follow the army to Xinzheng."
Chapter completed!