Chapter Ninety-Five

  Xiao Muqing looked at Zhuo Nuoyi deeply and said with a smile: "General Zhu, apart from the forest in the east of the city, there is actually another place where heavy troops can be hidden!"

  "Who is it?" Not only Juno, but also the others couldn't help asking out of curiosity. Mobile phone lightly: sorting

  Xiao Muqing's expression turned serious as he said, "It's Yuanwang Town!"

  Everyone present suspected that they had misheard, and even Tang Yan felt it was unbelievable. The barbarian army had suffered a loss in Yuwang Town, and once they returned to take revenge, the town would inevitably be one of their main targets for destruction. How could the ambush troops of the other side possibly be hiding there? Wouldn't that be rushing into the enemy's gunfire?

  He raised an eyebrow, looking at Xiao Muqing with suspicion, and asked, "Captain Xiao, are you joking?"

  "It's a serious matter, how dare you make jokes?!" Xiao Muqing said seriously: "Sir, Yuanguan Town is one of the towns that are frequently attacked by barbarian troops. Logically speaking, the people in the town should have been killed by the barbarians long ago, but in fact, it's the opposite. The reason is simple: almost every household in Yuanguan Town has a hidden underground tunnel or cellar. When the barbarian troops come to attack, we will arrange our ambush troops in Yuanguan Town and use the existing tunnels and cellars as hiding places. Even if the barbarians come to attack, they will find that Yuanguan Town is empty, and they won't search thoroughly. How could they possibly think that we would place our ambush troops right under their noses?"

  So that's how it is! After hearing Xiao Muqing's analysis, everyone suddenly realized and secretly admired his ingenuity.

  Tang Yin nodded deeply, no wonder when the barbarian army invaded Yuanwang Town, not a single civilian could be seen in the town. When the barbarian army was defeated and fled, the civilians all emerged again, it turned out that every household had tunnels or cellars to hide in.

  At this time, Juno no longer argued with Xiao Muzhen, and after pondering for a moment, he said to Tang Yan: "Sir, I think... Captain Xiao's idea can also be tried!"

  It's not just a try, it's a move to defeat the enemy! Tang Yan blinked his eyes and smiled silently, saying: "Good! Let's do it according to Commander Xiao's strategy. In Yuwang Town, we'll set up 2,000 ambushes. If the barbarian army doesn't come, then so be it. Once they come to attack, these 2,000 brothers will emerge from behind the enemy and catch them off guard!"

  Having obtained Tang Yin's affirmation, Xiao Muzheng's face suddenly showed surprise and complacency, feeling that he had finally found a wise lord who could appreciate his talents.

  Qiu Zhen glanced at Xiao Mucqing with the corner of his eye, and for some reason, he couldn't help but feel a sense of unease towards this person. In fact, it was quite simple: birds of a feather flock together, and Qiu Zhen had always been the one to come up with strategies alongside Tang Yin. Now, with Xiao Mucqing suddenly appearing as someone who also excelled at coming up with clever plans, Qiu Zhen couldn't help but feel a sense of crisis, and he began to suspect that his own position wasn't as secure as he thought.

  However, Qiu Zhen was a person with a very deep city, even if he was annoyed in his heart, he would not show his emotions on his face. He sighed lightly and said: "Captain Xiao's strategy is excellent, but who leads this ambush is a big problem. Two thousand elite soldiers can become a sharp sword that kills the enemy and dies, or they can become useless sand, it depends on the ability of the leader..."

  Before Qiu Zhen finished speaking, Tang Yin interrupted, "Let me lead two thousand brothers to ambush at Yuwang Town!"

  "No way!" The crowd almost unanimously opposed it without even thinking about it.

  Tang Yin is the main general of Pingyuan County and also the backbone of the crowd. He stayed in Biancheng, which was already dangerous, let alone being ambushed by the enemy from behind. Knowing Tang Yin's temperament well, Qiu Zhen shook his head like a rattle drum, repeatedly dissuading him: "Sir, this is too dangerous, we should deliberate on this matter carefully and make a thorough plan!"

  "It's not necessary!" Tang Yin said: "If even I'm in danger, then others will have an even harder time succeeding." Seeing Qiu Zhen and the others still wanting to stop him, he waved his hand and spoke first: This matter doesn't need to be debated, my mind is made up! Also, the 4th and 5th battalions will be transferred to Biancheng, and the 1st battalion will return to Hengcheng.

  "What? Only two new battalions are left in Biancheng? This is ridiculous! Everyone's eyes widened in shock and they looked at each other in dismay. After a brief moment, Zhang Zhou hastily said: Sir, this won't do, at the very least we should leave my First Battalion behind."

  Tang Yin glanced at Zhang Zhou, then looked at Bai Yong and Zhu Nu, smiled calmly and said: "You three legions may be stationed in Heng City, but don't think it's easy. If the barbarian army's target is indeed Bian City, you must be ready to send troops to assist or reinforce at any time, do you understand?"

  At this time, Zhang Zhou, Bai Yong and Zhu Nu were all embarrassed, and they were left in Heng City at such a critical moment, and the three of them had some discomfort in their hearts.

  It was easy to see through the thoughts of the three men. Tang Yin smiled and said: "Actually, General Bai is right, this time it's indeed a rare opportunity for military training, you three have fought against the barbarian army countless times, this time, let's give the opportunity to two new battalions!"

  "Sir, we are not eager for battle or fame!" Bai Yong said hastily. "But rather concerned about the safety of the border city and your own safety!"

  The three of them were worried about themselves, and Tang Yin could naturally feel it. With a moved heart, he showed a relaxed expression on his face and said calmly, "You don't have to worry, the barbarian army may be strong, but I haven't taken them seriously yet!"

  "That's right!" At this time, Shangguan Yuanwu and Shangguan Yuanbiao, the two brothers, stood up straight and proudly said: "Today we'll fight, these barbarian soldiers are nothing. We two brothers will be by the general's side, guaranteeing the general's absolute safety!"

  The two brothers of Shangguan have every reason to be proud, their extraordinary spiritual martial arts cultivation, even in the entire Feng country, is considered a top-notch master. However, Zhang Zhou, Bai Yong, and Zhuo Nu did not relax because of their words, the two brothers of Shangguan are very formidable, but they are not more formidable than the thousand-strong army of the barbarian troops.

  Zhang Zhou still did not give up and dissuaded him, saying: "I hope you will think thrice, sir!"

  Tang Yin smiled and shook his head, picked up the teacup beside him, and slowly drank the tea. He didn't say a word, but his meaning was already very clear, his decision left no room for retreat.

  Seeing him so persistent, Qiu Zhen understood that it was no longer necessary to persuade him. Even if he said more, Tang Yin would not change his mind. He shook his head at Zhang Zhou who still wanted to speak, indicating that he didn't need to say more. Then he said to Tang Yin: "Sir, the two thousand brothers hiding in Yuwang Town should be selected from the first, second and third battalions. After all, the brothers of these three battalions have rich experience, can remain calm at critical moments, will not reveal their flaws, and can cause the greatest harm to the enemy during battle!"

  "Hmm!" To Qiu Zhen's proposal, Tang Yin did not object, nodded and said: "Good! Qiu Zhen, you go take care of this matter!"

  "Yes! Sir!" Qiu Zhen bowed his hands in response.

  Tang Yin shifted his gaze and looked at Xiao Miaoqing, who was sitting at the end, pretending to be calm, considering what position he should give him.

  Xiao Muqing is a man who can be said to be extremely clever. If Qiu is indeed good at making plans and strategies, then Xiao Muqing is good at taking advantage of opportunities and finding loopholes. Tang Yin wants to reuse this person, but for the time being, he doesn't know what position to give him.

  After a long silence, he said to Xiao Miaoqing: "Captain Xiao, from now on you will serve as the military advisor!"

  When joining the army as a civil officer, he belongs to the commander's staff and his responsibilities are similar to those of a military strategist or consultant. Although the participant does not have actual power, he is responsible for serving at the side of the commander-in-chief, participating in the commander-in-chief's decision-making, and his responsibilities and status in the army can be considered very high.

  Tang Yin's one sentence directly promoted Xiao Muzheng, the small captain, to Canjun, which can be said to have reached the sky in one step.

  Xiao Mochen was stunned and didn't react until the people around him cleared their throats impatiently. He then suddenly came to his senses, hastily stood up, walked to Tang Yin's side, knelt down on one knee with a sincere and fearful expression, and trembled as he said: "Your subordinate thanks you for your cultivation and appreciation, sir!"

  Tang Yin smiled lightly and waved his hand, indicating that Xiao Muqing didn't need to be so polite.

  He smiled and said, "I hope that General Xiao Can will go all out, come up with more brilliant strategies, and make our Wind Army stronger!"

  "Yes, yes, yes! Don't worry, sir, I will definitely do my best!"

  The people around couldn't help but laugh at this, secretly cursing him as a bootlicker in their hearts, and also showing disapproving expressions on their faces.

  Qiu Zhen's face was slightly heavy, looking at Tang Yin and then at Xiao Mucqing, feeling a bit uncomfortable in her heart.

  That's all for today. Tang Yan looked around at the crowd and said: "The matter we just discussed is strictly confidential, no outsiders are allowed to know about it. Also, General Bai and General Zhu, you two immediately return to Heng City and make the necessary preparations. General Zhang will temporarily stay in Bian City, I have something to entrust to him. Everyone, do you have any questions?

  "No, sir!"

  "Alright then, everyone can go back and enjoy themselves."

  "It's time for me to take my leave!" The crowd stood up one after another and walked out.

  Zhang Zhou did not leave with the crowd. I don't know when Tang Yin will get rid of himself and go.

  After everyone had left, he finally spoke up and asked, "Sir, is there anything else?"

  Tang Yin smiled and said, "The 4th and 5th battalions are both inexperienced new troops. I think after these two battalions arrive at the border city, General Zhang can guide them on how to set up their defenses."

  "Oh, I see." Zhang Zhou said seriously: "Don't worry, sir. I will teach the two battalions of brothers how to set up defenses and guard the city in the shortest time possible."

  Tang Yin nodded in satisfaction and said, "Then I'll have to trouble General Zhang!"

  "Don't be so polite!"

  Military orders are like mountains. With Tang Yin's order, Bai Yong and Zhu Nu led the way back to Heng City, bringing a battalion with them. The fourth and fifth battalions then set out from Heng City and entered Bian City.

  The Fourth and Fifth Armies, although numbered as separate armies, actually had only a little over 10,000 men each. Moreover, the personnel were all new recruits, so their combat effectiveness was not even comparable to that of a regular army. However, there was one advantage to having new recruits: they were full of vigor and high morale, and their fear of the enemy was far less than that of veteran soldiers. As the saying goes, "A newborn calf is not afraid of a tiger." The new recruits' minds were filled with thoughts of charging forward to kill the enemy and defend their homes.