As night fell, Mi Yang walked alone in the garden of the mansion with Shi Bao.
The starlight and candlelight in the garden complement each other, making the figures of Mi Yang and Shi Bao look longer.
Smelling the fragrance of flowers surrounding her, Mi Yang asked Shi Bao behind her:
"Zhongrong, do you know why I want to leave you alone?"
Faced with Mi Yang's inquiry, Shi Bao immediately replied:
"I thought that Da Sima was doing it for Yong'an."
Han Zong's envoy was sent away by Mi Yang today.
The distance between Xiangyang and Yong'an is not far.
In addition, it is the flood season now and water transportation is very convenient. I think Han Zong's envoy will return to Yong'an tomorrow morning at the latest.
But at this juncture, Mi Yang suddenly left him behind, and Shi Bao had already had some guesses in his mind.
After hearing Shi Bao's answer, Mi Yang, who was pleased with Shi Bao's quick reaction, stopped. He turned around and looked at Shi Bao behind him and said:
"Sometimes, you are smarter than Shizai."
Shi Bao knew that Deng Ai held a very important position in Mi Yang's heart.
Therefore, Shi Bao knew the weight of Mi Yang's compliment.
Shi Bao hurriedly said respectfully: "The Great Sima has been over-reputed. He is full of wisdom and tricks. The people who have left me will be far behind."
Shi Bao's words were not modest, that's what he thought in his heart.
But Mi Yang shook his head.
When it comes to military strategy, Shi Bao is naturally not as good as Deng Ai, but in other aspects, Shi Bao is far superior.
For example, personality.
During today's discussion, Mi Yang felt that with Shi Bao's talent, it was impossible not to express doubts about Han Zong's surrender.
But throughout today's proceedings, Shi Bao remained silent.
Mi Yang was always willing to let his subordinates express their opinions. Shi Bao remained silent, of course not because he was afraid of saying the wrong thing.
The most likely thing is that he saw his intentions early from other aspects.
Furthermore, Shi Bao had already known his intention of keeping him, but after taking him away for a long time, he was not anxious, nor did he take the initiative to ask questions or show off his wisdom.
This kind of character is something Deng Ai does not possess.
In other words, few of his close confidants have Shi Bao's calm mind.
And it is precisely because of Shi Bao's character that Mi Yang will keep Shi Bao here tonight.
"Do you think Han Zong will agree to today's request?"
Mi Yang asked Shi Bao another question.
Regarding this question, Shi Bao failed to answer it immediately.
Human hearts are always the hardest to fathom.
Seeing that Shi Bao didn't respond, Mi Yang thought to himself and said:
"He will definitely do it."
Mi Yang expressed a decisive tone to Shi Bao.
Shi Bao didn't know the basis for Mi Yang's judgment, but Mi Yang's past achievements made Shi Bao have deep faith in Mi Yang.
When Shi Bao was silent, Mi Yang continued:
"Actually, there are some reservations in what I said to the Han Zong envoy today."
Hearing what Mi Yang said, Shi Bao couldn't help but be surprised.
What do reservations mean?
"If we follow Gu's method, it will not be difficult for Han Zong to capture Yong'an City.
What Ke Gu is really worried about is not whether Han Zong can capture Yong'an City.
What I'm worried about is how long Han Zong can hold on to Yong'an City after taking it."
Mi Yang's words continued to deepen Shi Bao's doubts.
Shi Bao asked subconsciously: "Didn't Grand Sima promise Han Zong's envoy that he would send troops to rescue him?"
According to Shi Bao, Jingzhou currently has 60,000 Tiance troops, and the number of state soldiers is also around 40,000.
Altogether, Mi Yang currently has an army of 100,000 in his hands.
Although due to the previous policy, some sergeants are currently on the field and cannot be summoned in the short term.
But no matter how difficult it is, it is still not difficult to gather around 50,000 troops.
Mi Yang personally commanded the army and had 50,000 troops to support Han Zong. It was not difficult to defeat Lu Xun's army by combining internal and external forces.
Unless what Mi Yang wanted from the beginning was not to send troops to rescue Han Zong and just sit back and watch Han Zong and Lu Xun fight.
Shi Bao's doubts made Mi Yang smile lightly.
He took Shi Bao to a pavilion in the garden and sat down.
"I have never lied to anyone.
If Gu said he would send troops to rescue, he would definitely do so.
It's just that sometimes things in the world cannot be controlled by one person.
Lu Xun is currently in Jianye. Perhaps he doesn't know that Han Zong has written a letter to surrender to me.
But Lu Xun was a rare opponent. He couldn't be completely defenseless against a villain like Han Zong.
Sooner or later, Lu Xun will get the news.
Even if Gu Neng took advantage of the fact that he had not received the news, he could let Han Zongju return to justice forever.
But Jiangxia is an important town in Soochow, and with the advantage of the geographical location, Lu Xun can mobilize an army to put down the rebellion faster than we can.
Of course, if this is all, Gu is not too worried.
Yong'an City is tall and thick, and Han Zong has the moral support of the Jiefan soldiers. It is not difficult to defend it for at least a month.
It stands to reason that one month is enough time to lead an army to help.
It’s just that Lu Xun is a very human being, and whatever he can think of, he can also think of.
I guess he will adopt the policy of attacking first and arriving first.”
"What is the strategy of attacking later and arriving first that Da Sima said?"
Facing Shi Bao's confused gaze, Mi Yang pointed his finger to the north where Yuzhou was.
Seeing what Mi Yang was pointing at, the confusion in Shi Bao's eyes disappeared instantly. His face was startled and he blurted out:
"Does Grand Sima think that Lu Xun will let Cao Xiu send troops to attack Yiyang County?"
After hearing Shi Bao's guess, Mi Yang nodded.
After Mi Yang nodded, Shi Bao finally understood the meaning of Mi Yang's words.
Yiyang County is an important town in Jingzhou, and it is absolutely impossible for Mi Yang to sit back and watch it be taken away.
Although Deng Ai had an extraordinary military strategy, there was no danger to defend around Yiyang County, and Deng Ai did not have enough troops.
Therefore, when Cao Xiu led his troops to attack Yiyang County, Mi Yang could only send troops north to support him.
The important thing is that after Cao Xiu led his army northward after Mi Yang, he could choose not to fight Mi Yang, but instead sent troops outside Yiyang County to hold Mi Yang back.
And once Mi Yang sent troops north to support, even if Mi Yang wanted to take care of Yong'an, Mi Yang would not be able to allocate too many troops to Yong'an.
In this way, without strong reinforcements, Han Zong could hold on for a month, but he would definitely not be able to hold on for long.
After understanding Mi Yang's worries, Shi Bao showed a solemn look on his face.
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Originally, in this situation, the safest way was to persuade Mi Yang to give up her plan to seek Yong'an.
But Shi Bao knew that good opportunities were fleeting and Mi Yang would not give in.
Seeing Shi Bao's serious expression, Mi Yang reached out and patted Shi Bao's shoulder and said:
"There is a way to solve this dilemma.
I just need Zhongrong to do something for Gu Da adventure."
Mi Yang's words made Shi Bao very happy.
Shi Bao hurriedly bowed to Mi Yang and said, "Please ask the great Sima to drive."
Shi Bao's attitude put a smile on Mi Yang's face, and then he revealed his plan.
"If there is no strong support, Han Zong will think that Gu is deceiving him, and then his mind will be confused.
Not only him, but also his subordinates and the wealthy families in Yong'an City will give up because they see no hope.
But what if Gu gives them a solid hope?
Yong'an was the fortress of Soochow. Needless to say, the city defense was strong, and there was certainly no shortage of food and grass in the city.
As long as the people in the city remain calm and Han Zong defends it, Lu Xun may not be able to capture Yong'an City within a few months."
Mi Yang's words made Shi Bao nod involuntarily.
But what does this have to do with him?
"The only sure hope I want to give Han Zong is you.
I need you to enter Yongan after your career in Hanzong is completed.
Everyone in the world knows that you fled thousands of miles ago. This is your righteousness to Gu.
This meaning is as deep as the sea and as high as a mountain.
If you betray this righteousness, you will surely be reviled by generations to come.
As long as you stay in Yong'an City for a day, people in the city will firmly believe that the orphans may be rescued late, but they will never abandon them.
Because they believed that Gu could not risk his own life and the reputation of the late emperor to deceive them."
When Mi Yang finished speaking, Mi Yang wanted to see if Shi Bao's expression would change drastically.
After all, no matter what, if Shi Bao agreed to him, it would be like stepping into the gate of hell.
It is normal for Shibao to have violent mood swings.
Unfortunately, Mi Yang did not observe Shi Bao's emotional changes.
After a moment of silence, Shi Bao looked up at Mi Yang and said:
"I am willing to go."
Shi Bao's voice was very soft and fell in Mi Yang's ears, but it made his heart fluctuate violently.
"I won't force you."
Mi Yang is willing to give Shi Bao another chance to choose.
But facing this second chance, Shi Bao stood up and solemnly bowed to Mi Yang:
"If you only care about the life and death of the country, how can you avoid it because of misfortunes and blessings?"
This is what Grand Sima said after the Public Security War.
I am honored to be able to follow in the footsteps of Da Sima.
The same is true for the reason why I surrendered to my Lord from thousands of miles away."
"I am willing to go!"
At this moment, Mi Yang couldn't help but think of his evaluation of Shi Bao that day:
Shi Zhongrong, the weapon is unparalleled!
This chapter has been completed!