Han Xiang

Chapter 513
In the huge camp area of ​​10 people, the tents and even the tents are spectacular.

Considering that as long as the old city of Hefei is captured, Jiangdong can use it as a base to attack the new city.

In view of this, Sun Quan did not ask for a strong stronghold, and he could not find enough materials to build it in a hurry, so he simply erected some antlers around the camp, refused horses to do fortifications, and arranged for the surrounding battalions to strengthen their patrols.

After nightfall, Sun Quan and Lu Meng spent an hour patrolling the camp.

On the way to the easternmost part of the camp, I saw flames shaking from near to far.

That was when the follow-up troops were mooring their ships and docking, and the [-] troops had not yet assembled and entered the camp.

Sun Quan was excited and anxious, just like loading files when playing an updated version of a game, always hoping that the download and installation speed would be faster.

"Ziming, how many people are still not here?"

"Only Xiaoyaojin is suitable for landing in the water area of ​​Shishui. It will take a lot of time to mobilize the warships back and forth. There should be 2 people left in the camp, but they will all arrive in the middle of the night."

"All the soldiers went ashore and entered the camp. Remember to keep Xiaoyaojin Port empty to ensure that the follow-up material ships remain unblocked."

"My lord, don't worry, the general has already explained in the afternoon, and all the troop transport ships will return to Chaohu Lake to anchor, and the progress of the grain transport ships will not be affected."

"That's great. By the way, since all the ministries can be assembled at night, can we start the war tomorrow?"

"Although the front, middle and rear troops have been roughly determined, the whole army still needs to be prepared and encouraged before the battle. It is best to take a day off to fight in the best condition."

"That's it. I thought the war would start soon."

Lu Meng felt a little disappointed in Sun Quan's words, so he added: "My lord, if you are in a hurry, you can arrange a vanguard to test the fighting power of the defenders."

"Oh? That's okay." Sun Quan lowered his head and thought for a while, then raised his head and asked Lu Meng, "Is there any pioneer in Ziming?"

"This time, except for General Cheng, who is far away in Xiakou, almost all of Jiang Dongneng's fierce generals have arrived in Hefei. Normally, we should choose experienced veterans as the vanguard, but the general feels that Pan Wengui is more suitable."

Sun Quan was surprised by Lu Meng's recommendation, because Pan Zhang was his favorite general. If we consider the problem from a political perspective, we cannot push his confidants out to be cannon fodder. Instead, we should use veteran generals like Han Dang and Huang Gai.

After all, veterans with deep qualifications are not easy to manage, and their relationship in the military is intricate, so it is not Sun Quan who can absolutely control it.

If young people want to get to a high position, they need the old guy to give up their position first, and dangerous things cannot be left to the cronies.

Sun Quan's political considerations coincided with that of his predecessor Cao Cao. He would always surrender his life to charge into battle, and his confidantes and clan would not be assigned dangerous tasks.

As for Lu Meng's political immaturity, Sun Quan believed that he still needed to study and hone his skills, so he asked tactfully, "Since Zi Ming knows that Wen Gui is not qualified enough, why does he still think he is more suitable? Tell me your reasons."

Lu Meng analyzed from the military level: "As the saying goes, you should be brave after you know your shame. Before Ma Zhong was beaten and killed here by Long Xiang, if Pan Wengui used this to motivate the soldiers, he would definitely be able to explode with infinite strength."

"It makes sense, let me think about it and go back."

After saying this, Sun Quan stretched his hand to the side, took the reins of the mount from the attendant, then raised his whip and headed to the main tent of the Chinese army, while Lu Meng followed him with a confused look on his face.

The two of them got off their horses outside the main tent. Sun Quan caught a glimpse of Sun Ben waiting inside, so he turned to Lv Meng and said, "Ziming, you go and send two more teams to patrol, and don't let Long Xiang come to rob the camp and cause damage."

"Er Wei."

Lu Meng also saw Sun Bi at this time and guessed that Sun Quan had something private to say to him.

My heart said, my lord, your excuse is really perfunctory, how would Long Xiang have the guts to rob the camp of a hundred thousand troops?Isn't this the way to die?

As Lu Meng left, Sun Ben immediately went up to meet him, cupped his fists and said in greeting, "Zhongmou is back, is everyone in the camp safe?"

"It's late at night, and my brother hasn't rested yet. What do you want to do?" Sun Quan answered easily, and at the same time, he took off his cloak and handed it to the waiter in the tent.

"Zhongmou, I want to understand, attack the city as a vanguard."

Sun Ben struggled for several days, still not wanting to give away Bu Qu in vain.

He would rather take the risk to attack the city, and hope to leave some parts behind. After all, Jiangdong has a good chance of winning this time, and he has prepared sufficient siege equipment, so it may not be able to lose much.

A general without steps is like a toothless tiger, who will be teased as a big cat.

Seeing Sun Ben's solemn expression, Sun Quan reminded him earnestly: "Brother, don't force yourself. Just now Lu Ziming suggested that Pan Wengui be the pioneer. I'm planning to give young people some opportunities."

Sun Ben waved his hands straight after hearing the words: "It's not at all reluctant. Young people want to give opportunities, but on such an important occasion, if I take the lead on behalf of the Sun family, it will definitely boost the morale of the entire army."

"Since my brother insists on this, then go back and get ready. It is estimated that we will fight tomorrow."

Sun Quan had a smile on his face, but in his heart he ridiculed Sun Ben for thinking too much. All the generals in the army have friendship with Zhou Yu. With your current status as the suspected murderer, it may be difficult to inspire others.

"Eh"

Sun Ben clasped his fists in response, passed by Sun Quan on his way out of the camp, and couldn't help asking: "Zhongmou, can you have a close relationship with brother? I'm worried that Huo Chun will deny it."

"Don't worry, brother."

Sun Quan leaned into Sun Ben's ear and whispered: "Dead people don't speak up. I found out that he jumped into Ganshui to commit suicide. Perhaps the murderer is this person. He must have been instructed by someone. You should be Long Xiang."

"Huh? I can save it."

Sun Ben walked towards his own camp in doubt, passing by the area where the army's food and grass were stored, and accidentally heard a few soldiers unloading food whispering.

"Do you know Yaoji Trading Company?"

"Do you still know? It's on Zhenze East Street, right? I heard that a few pieces of cloth in the store can be sold for tens of thousands of dollars. It's faster than snatching it. I've long been dissatisfied with it. I heard that it's because it's made in Hefei. It was secretly raided a few days ago, and everyone applauded."

"Hefei meticulous work? It's not that simple. I heard that half of the money Yao Xuan earned from selling underwear was sent to Wuhou's mansion."

"Can't you? Don't dare to talk nonsense. Be careful."

"How dare I talk nonsense? There has been a lot of rumors on the Wuxian wharf these days, saying that Yaoji's account books have leaked out, and it is clearly written on it."

"Are the porters on the pier literate? Spreading such news indiscriminately is fatal. Someone must be deliberately causing trouble."

"Who says it's not? The whole Jiangdong belongs to the lord, so there's no need to earn such black-hearted money. Otherwise, how can you apportion military funds if you have money?"

"It's good to know, just keep your mouth shut."

Sun Ben couldn't help but understand Sun Quan better than Xiao Bing.

Although Sun Quan is the lord of Jiangdong, it is impossible to spend money recklessly, and it is common sense to make money secretly.

Moreover, Sun Ben had heard of Yao Ji, and even his own family had ordered high-priced underwear from Yao Ji.

Could it be Long Xiang spreading rumors?Sun Ben lamented that fortunately the spread was late, if it had been earlier it would have seriously affected the morale of the army.

Sun Ben originally planned to report to Sun Quan, but what did he have to do with himself in the last thought?Doing too much will make Sun Quan suspicious.

(End of this chapter)