Before we knew it, it was July. Although it was already autumn, the weather was still very hot. There was always a burning feeling in the air, making people sweat profusely.

In this kind of weather with the sun shining brightly in the sky, Uncle Guo Shangguan Taiqing worked tirelessly to make a rare trip to the army camp on the front line.

Because the gap in Nansi Road being broken by the rebels is getting bigger and bigger, nearly 80,000 yellow shirt troops have entered the territory. Half of the cities in Nansi Road have been captured by the rebels, and the vanguard is almost forced to recover. Fortunately,

The defense lines at the east and west ends are still firmly in the hands of Fifth Xinrou.

In the camp, as soon as Shangguan Taiqing entered the big tent, he began to raise troops to question the crime: "Xinrou, you promised before that the rebellion would be put down within half a year to a year, but now half a year has passed, and Nansidao's

The war situation doesn’t seem very optimistic, does it?”

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Because of the hot weather, Shangguan Taiqing, who had come all the way, still had a little sweat on his forehead, which made him feel even more irritable.

To be honest, Shangguan Taiqing had no doubts about Wu Xinrou's leadership more than two months ago, because he had indeed won consecutive battles before, and he himself also stole the show in the court.

At first, Shangguan Taiqing didn't take it seriously when Nansi Road was breached by the rebels. In a war, there is no real victorious general. It doesn't matter if he loses so many cities. But two months passed in a flash. Fifth Heart

Rou was never able to make an effective counterattack to regain the lost ground. Instead, he kept retreating... and there was no way to retreat.

At this time, Shangguan Taiqing really couldn't calm down. Even the Queen Mother sent an order to inquire about the war. In addition, his son-in-law couldn't stand Wu Xinrou and encouraged him many times. Finally, he came to the front line.

"Haha, sir, please be patient and have a cup of tea first." Wu Xinrou didn't feel any guilt at all. Instead, he poured a cup of tea for Shangguan Taiqing with a smile and said, "The weather is hot, sir, I have traveled a long way.

Come here, don't be exhausted, this cup of herbal tea can relieve the heat."

Fifth Xinrou's airy appearance made Shangguan Taiqing a little dissatisfied. In order to raise food and grass, he was put in a position by the Xue family. If he couldn't win, what shame would he have to go back to see the emperor?

However, Fifth Xinrou was his confidant after all, and he did not have an attack.

After a cup of tea, Shangguan Taiqing spoke again: "I know that the rebels have enough troops, twice as many as you. Zhao Zhongtian was defeated and retreated, abandoning Shouchun, and the burden fell on you.

However, the imperial court has repeatedly called for troops to be dispatched. No matter what, the garrison at Nansidao cannot retreat even half a step and must take action!"

Now that Zhao Zhongtian is defeated, Shangguan Taiqing's only support is Wu Xinrou. Is it possible that he can still lead the army to fight?

"Haha~"

Fifth Xinrou smiled slightly: "I know, sir, please rest assured."

"Peace of mind? How can I feel peace of mind?" Shangguan Taiqing's face trembled: "All the warworthy troops in the south of the Yangtze River have been mobilized. If Nansidao is defeated and Qingyang and Qingyang are in danger, then the country's foundation will really be affected.

Is it possible that the Liang army in the north should be mobilized south to suppress the rebellion? That Liang King has enough military exploits!"

Hearing the anger in Shangguan Taiqing's words, Wu Xinrou said in an orderly manner: "Xiaguan has been leading the army on the front line for more than a year. Have you ever seen us defeated?

The battles on Nansidao have been defeated one after another, don’t you wonder why, sir?”

Shangguan Taiqing was stunned. The Fifth Xinrou had indeed done a good job before. He was also very curious about Nansidao being like this.

After thinking for a moment, Shangguan Taiqing's pupils shrank and he asked in astonishment: "Did you intentionally cause the battle on Nansi Road?"

Shangguan Taiqing is not a fool. Looking at Wu Xinrou's calm and calm look, he doesn't look like a person who has lost a battle.

The corner of Wu Xinrou's mouth curled up: "Exactly. For more than a month, we have been retreating steadily. Although we have lost many cities and some military supplies, our military strength has not been damaged.

There are 60,000 of my troops hidden in the defense lines on the east and west wings. As long as their front line is stretched and logistics and transportation are difficult, we can surround and annihilate the incoming troops in one fell swoop!"

Wu Xinrou's plan turned out to be exactly the same as Chen Yue's guess. If he had guessed Chen Yue's plan knowing that he was thousands of miles away, I really don't know what he would feel like in his heart.

Shangguan Taiqing stood up and walked back and forth in the big tent with his hands behind his back. After a long time, he said:

"There are more than 100,000 rebels on the opposite side. Even if you want to surround them and annihilate them, you will have to use all your troops. I want to ask you, what should you do if the rebel Chen Tiansheng from the east takes the opportunity to invade the country?

At that time, the army was exhausted after a long battle and was unable to fight any more. Wouldn't it mean that we would have to give up the victory we just won?"

Fifth Xinrou bowed and said: "Sir, the subordinates at this level have naturally taken it into consideration and made their own arrangements. However, the military information is confidential, so I cannot disclose to you the specific arrangements for the time being."

Shangguan Taiqing frowned, what else could he not know?

After being silent for a long time, Shangguan Taiqing said slowly: "Xinrou, do you know that the war against the rebellion involves a lot. For you, I have worked hard day and night to raise military resources. If we lose, no one can bear this responsibility."

Fifth Xinrou knelt on the ground without hesitation, bent down and saluted: "I will guarantee with my life that within two months, I will offer the head of the rebel Chen Tiansheng!"

Shangguan Taiqing was stunned by these powerful words. What kind of trump card did Fifth Xinrou have to say such arrogant words?

Shangguan Taiqing narrowed his eyes slightly: "Did you know that there are no jokes in the army?"

Wu Xinrou replied without changing his expression: "If you can't take Chen Tiansheng's head, you can take my head! The lower official will bear the responsibility for the defeat!"

"good!"

Shangguan Taiqing was also willing to go all out and said in a deep voice: "Get up, I will trust you just once! Soldiers and horses, food and grass, ordnance, supplies, whatever you want, I will try my best to raise it. I will wait for you in two months."

Good news!"

"Thank you, sir!"

…

A series of carriages slowly drove out of the camp and headed north. Shangguan Taiqing, who asked about the situation, finally returned.

The departing uncle was in a complicated mood. This time he was gambling. If he lost the bet, the front line would collapse. But if he won the bet, his Shangguan family would completely stand tall in the court. No one would dare to

In the competition, even the Yuwen family has to stay away.

At the gate of the camp, Ruan Zhixiong walked up a small slope with Wu Xinrou.

Ruan Zhixiong said sarcastically from the side: "This uncle is really impatient. He came here in a hurry after only two months."

"Haha, he has risked everything, so there is no need to rush." ​​Fifth Xinrou smiled slightly and asked calmly: "How did you do everything I asked you to do?"

Ruan Zhixiong clasped his fists and replied: "Everything is ready!"
Chapter completed!