In the Wu County Governor's Mansion, Xiang Liang once again gathered everyone. This time, Xiang Liang had made up his mind to launch an attack on Hengshan County, completely consolidate control of Zhu County, and mine the iron ore in Zhu County.

It can be said that in this era, few rebels would be so interested in iron ore, but Xiang Liang finally adopted Xiang Zhuang's advice and vigorously developed iron weapons so that they could have superior combat effectiveness on the battlefield.

After all, there were no iron mines in Kuaiji County, which forced the Chu army from Jiangdong to head west, and Hengshan County became their new target.

At this time, Jiangdong has gradually stabilized, and the Xiang family's foundation in Jiangdong has also deepened. With strong troops and horses, it is the best time to send troops.

Xiang Liang sat high on top, and below, all the generals stood in order, and after a brief meditation, Xiang Liang said: "Not long ago, I sent Uncle Xiang as an envoy to the state of Zhang Chu, hoping to go north to join forces and send troops at the same time as Zhang Chu.

, launched an attack on the Qin army and completely destroyed the Qin regime, but Chen Sheng, the king of Zhang Chu, secretly had selfish motives and refused to let our Jiangdong army go north. For this reason, we can only give up the decision to go north for the time being."

Speaking of this, Xiang Liang pretended to sigh and pretended to be melancholy. After probably sighing a few times, Xiang Liang continued: "But Qin is not as weak as we thought. They are just a sleeping lion, because Zhang Chu has not completely touched it."

Their bottom line is why they are so quiet. If nothing happens, I guess that once Zhang Chuguo enters Guanzhong, it will definitely cause a large-scale confrontation. At that time, we will wait for the opportunity to go north and we will definitely gain something."

Xiang Liang's eyes wandered around everyone, and soon he said with emotion: "Although Zhang Chu State occupies Western Chu and commands all directions, Hengshan County is a must-win area for us. Anyone who obstructs will be killed! Therefore, I decided to go to

March westward, along the Yangtze River, and march to Zhu County, where we will establish our forces in the north of the Yangtze River and make early preparations for our future march northward."

When Xiang Liang said this, he paused. Everyone was extremely excited at this time. Xiang Liang was going to choose a general to march westward. Among them, Xiang Yu was especially anxious. He sincerely hoped that Xiang Liang could carry out the important task of marching westward.

Leave it to yourself.

However, Xiang Zhuang is pleased that Xiang Liang is determined to move westward. Once the Xiang family has mastered the iron ore, they can continuously mine it and prepare for the future iron reform. This is what Xiang Zhuang is looking forward to. Just imagine, once the world

The situation suddenly changed. The Xiang family's army was able to march across the world with iron swords and iron swords. They also had powerful bow formations and fierce firearms as back-up support. Who could resist such an army?

However, everything is still just a dream of Xiang Zhuang, and it is still unclear whether it can be realized.

At this time, Xiang Liang coughed dryly, cleared his throat, and continued: "Not only do we want to send troops to Zhu County, I am ready to take this opportunity to strictly train the army, stabilize Zhang County and Kuaiji County, and wait and see the situation, waiting for an opportunity to go north at any time.

"

Having said this, Xiang Liang looked at the crowd intently. At this time, Xiang Yu had already stood up and said: "Uncle, I am willing to lead an army of three thousand to march towards Zhu County!"

Xiang Yu volunteered and asked for orders to send troops. There was a lot of discussion in the hall. Many people believed that Xiang Yu had superior military strength and the ability to defeat ten thousand enemies, so he could send troops to the west. Some people thought that Xiang Yu was just trying to attack Zhu County.

Killing chickens, overusing talents and underutilizing them, caused a lot of discussion for a while.

Later, some people openly said that Xiang Yu was not suitable for marching westward, which made Xiang Yu furious. He shouted loudly and the hall became silent.

Xiang Liang had no intention of letting Xiang Yu send troops. At this time, everyone was talking about it, which was a good opportunity to refute Xiang Yu. Thinking of this, Xiang Liang coughed dryly, stared at Xiang Yu with cold eyes, and shouted: "Yu'er, don't be irrational!"

Xiang Yu was scolded by Xiang Liang and had to admit his mistake: "My nephew knows his mistake!"

At this time, Xiang Liang sighed softly and said helplessly: "I originally planned to let you march westward, but you have a bad temper and only have a force, which is not enough to pacify Hengshan County. On the contrary, it will cause trouble and make our plan to develop Hengshan County come to nothing."

, Therefore, I am going to let you train troops in Kuaiji County and train me a strong Chu army, are you willing?"

Although he could not go on an expedition, he could train troops and horses in Kuaiji County. Xiang Yu felt happy, cupped his hands and smiled and said, "I am willing to serve my uncle."

Xiang Yu returned to his position. At this time, Long Qie walked out with a big smile and came to the center of the hall. He cupped his hands and said with a smile: "Since Brother Yu can't go out, I would like to send my nine hundred Long family troops to the west to serve Liang Gong."

I wonder if Mr. Liang is willing to take Zhu County?"

When Xiang Liang saw Long Qie coming out to wade in the muddy water, he felt a little displeased, but he didn't show it on his face. He just lowered his head and thought silently. Discussions started to sound again in the hall, with some people supporting and some opposing, each with his or her own opinion.

Seeing more and more people supporting Long Qie, Cao Wujiu felt a little anxious. He walked out quickly and came to Long Qie's side. He coughed dryly and said with a smile: "General Long Qie is no longer as powerful as Xiang Yu. He should be able to do it."

If we are qualified, then when we advance to Zhu County, we must pass by Penglize, which is adjacent to Poyang and is under the jurisdiction of Wu Rui. If we advance rashly, we will definitely arouse Wu Rui's vigilance in Poyang, and the gain will outweigh the losses..."

After a pause, Cao Wujiu continued: "Once they misunderstand our army and send troops to block it, they will miss our army's plan to advance westward. Moreover, if they start a war with the Poyang army, it will be detrimental to both me and them. Therefore, we

I feel that we must find a general who can both appease and conquer the enemy and march westward, which is the best strategy."

There was silence in the hall again. At this time, Xiang Bolang burst out laughing, stopped in front of Cao Wujiu, and said with a smile: "Brother Cao is worried too much. As far as I know, Zhuang'er and Poyang ordered Wu Rui's elders

The relationship between son-in-law and son-in-law is deep, so we might as well send Zhuang'er as an envoy to Poyang to resolve this crisis!"

The situation became more and more chaotic, and even Uncle Xiang came out. Cao Wujiu was secretly resentful, but he didn't think of how to refute. At this time, Xiang Liang looked like he suddenly realized something, and he shouted: "You don't want to

Mention it, I almost forgot!"

As he said that, Xiang Liang's eyes fell on Xiang Zhuang and asked: "Last time you said that Wu Rui intended to form an alliance with us, is that true?"

Xiang Zhuang pondered for a while and remembered this matter. This happened during the campaign against Yi County last year. Now that it had been a long time, Xiang Liang suddenly mentioned it. I don’t know why. Thinking like this, Xiang Zhuang walked out.

:"true."

Xiang Liang laughed and said, "I have long had the idea of ​​annexing Lushan County. If Wu Rui wants to form an alliance, we might as well give it a try."

Speaking of this, Xiang Liang looked at the crowd again and saw that everyone was staring at him, so he continued: "From Zhu County to Zhang County, across the river, it is very difficult to transport iron ore, and you have to pass through Lujiang County in the middle.

This has always been a big problem that bothers me. Now, if Wu Rui can be persuaded to form an alliance with us, we can cross the river, transport supplies, transport materials, and be reinforced by the Poyang soldiers and horses waterway. In this way, our position in Hengshan County

The foundation will be more stable."

On the side, Xiang Bo interjected: "But second brother, I heard that Wu Rui is a descendant of the former Wu Kingdom. He wanted to revive Wu and rejuvenate the country, so he rejected the Qin Kingdom and established his own country. If we win them over to Chu,

I'm afraid he won't agree."

Xiang Bo's words aroused heated discussion among everyone. Xiang Liang had not considered this. At this time, Xiang Bo's words made Xiang Liang feel uncertain. He began to doubt his plan. On the side, Kong Ji walked

He stepped forward, cupped his hands and said, "Mr. Liang, please allow me to say a few words."

Xiang Liang was interrupted by Kong Ji. He looked at Kong Ji and said with a smile: "Tell me."

Kong Ji nodded, looked at everyone, and said loudly: "The State of Wu has long been destroyed by the State of Chu. Now the people of Chu should miss the State of Chu, not the former State of Wu. Otherwise, will Liang Gong start another uprising?"

Should people in Kuaiji commemorate the Yue Kingdom? Therefore, I think Wu Rui may not necessarily want to restore the country. His goal is the same as ours, to overthrow the violent Qin and restore the Chu State. If Liang Gong is willing to listen to me, he might as well send an envoy there

Poyang, there may be unexpected gains."

Kong Ji's words made Xiang Liang firm up his thoughts. His eyes were wandering around everyone, as if he was choosing the candidates to send troops to Zhu County. On the side, Cao Wujiu saw this in his eyes, and he couldn't help but smile: "Send troops."

I suggest that Xiang Zhuang be appointed as Kuaiji."

This was exactly what Xiang Liang and others said. At this time, Long Qie wanted to say more, but Xiang Liang had already waved his hand and said with a smile: "Long Qie, you grew up in our Xiang family since childhood. I know your abilities well."

, but this time when heading westward, Zhuang'er can rely on his old friendship with Yingbu to send Wu Rui as envoy. If they can agree, they can recruit Poyang as foreign aid. If they can't, it won't hurt their friendship. Therefore, this mission is very important.

Xiangzhuang is not allowed!"

After Long Qie heard this, he cupped his hands and returned to his position. At this time, Xiang Zhuang walked out, cupped his hands and said, "My nephew should do his best to capture Zhu County!"

Xiang Liang nodded with satisfaction and ordered: "I will give you five thousand troops and horses, and we will set off soon from the river port. In addition, I have decided to appoint Kong Ji as the marching officer, Gong Ao, and Li Ji as the deputy general. They will all belong to you."

"Jiedu."

Everyone raised their hands and said, "I am willing to obey orders!"

Kong Ji saw that Xiang Liang was forcing him to become an official, so he had no choice but to step forward, cupped his hands and said with a smile: "I am willing to serve the Jiangdong Army."

...

Five thousand troops and horses were selected in one morning. At this time, Gong Ao and Li Ji were arranging their troops and horses to prepare for the attack. However, Xiang Zhuang, led by Xiang Sheng, came to Zhenze Bank.

In the small pavilion, Xiang Liang has been waiting for a long time.

"My nephew has met my uncle." Xiang Zhuang stepped forward and saluted Xiang Liang.

Xiang Liang slowly turned around and saw Xiang Zhuang dressed in armor and full of murderous intent. He couldn't help but smile and said: "As expected of our Xiang family, he is very like his father!"

After saying that, Xiang Liang laughed to himself. From Xiang Zhuang, he saw the figure of his brother Xiang Qu, but he realized that his thoughts had been stretched too far. He couldn't help but coughed and said seriously:

"Do you know why I want you to personally send troops to Zhu County?"

"I don't know, nephew," Xiang Zhuang replied.

Xiang Liang was very satisfied with Xiang Zhuang's frankness. At this time, he smiled and said: "It is not difficult to attack Zhu County. But after capturing Zhu County, how to mine iron ore, how to transport the iron ore back to Jiangdong stably, how to stabilize

Hengshan County, this is the most important!"

Xiang Zhuang nodded, and Xiang Liang added: "Besides, sending Wu Rui as envoy is also very important. I hope you can take this matter seriously, especially Kong Ji. I can see that he is very calm and witty. Let him be asked this time

Be your guide, I believe he will bring you unexpected help, you must seize this opportunity."

"Nephew, remember!" Xiang Zhuang nodded again. Seeing that Xiang Zhuang understood what he meant, Xiang Liang said no more. He just raised his head and sighed, hoping that Xiang Zhuang would not live up to his expectations. After thinking about it,
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