"Trash, they are all a bunch of trash!"

In the mansion of General Dingyuan in Quzhou City, Prince Zheng Jidu was furious and overturned the desk, which shocked the servants serving in the room and fell to their knees.

This movement was really too big. The princes guarding the door, Goshiha, looked at each other, and one of them jumped out. Not long after, Gadahun hurried over and saw Jidu

The first thing I saw was that little Prince Zheng was whipping several banners with a whip.

"Master, why are you so angry?"

Seeing Ga Dahun coming, Jidu stopped lashing for a moment and signaled him to go to the study room to talk. But before he could take two steps out, as if his anger hadn't been completely gone, he turned around and whipped him twice more.

Then he threw the whip to the ground.

"You can read the urgent report just sent from Guixi County."

The desk has been set up, and some reports and books have been put up again. As for those unlucky ones, when they were packing their things, they happened to be seen by Ji Du, who was worried in his heart. It was no wonder that others were there.

Walking forward, Ga Dahun picked up the urgent report and read it carefully, but couldn't help but frowned: "After they entered the mountain, the flank of Fujian Fubiao who was in charge of the rear was attacked by bandits. He sent someone to inform them.

The Shandong Green Camp who was walking in front asked them to postpone their advance. However, the Shandong Green Camp ignored them and marched towards Jianghushan Town on their own..."

According to Tong Guoqi, after he drove away the harassing Ming army, he could no longer catch up when he tried to catch up. Not long after, corpses floated into Xuxi, including those from the Qing army and those from the Ming army, but the Qing army

There were more troops in the army, and there was a big gap between the two. At that time, he already felt that something was not good, so he asked the troops to retreat to a place where they could easily set up an ambush and prepare. Waiting for the Ming army to chase the Qing army's defeated troops and kill them.

, he let go of the defeated troops of the brigade, but caught the Ming army by surprise. However, more and more Ming troops caught up with him, and he did not dare to stay for a long time, so he had to withdraw from the mountain with his troops and move as quickly as possible.

Return at the same speed.

"There is one more supervisor directly under the Zuo Xie. Your Majesty, I remember that this group of thieves were the first to invade Jianchang Mansion as Chen Kai's vanguard."

"My prince also remembers that this happened, but this is not the reason for that bastard's greed for credit and risk, which led to his disastrous defeat, nor is it the reason for Tong Guoqi's slave to fear the enemy like a tiger!"

Two thousand people were defeated by 1,500 people, which is indeed better than a thousand people being defeated by 500 people. However, the Qing army was defeated twice by entering the mountains for suppression, and the losses were greater each time. The Ming army moved north from Jianchang Mansion

, or take the ancient salt road from Fujian to eastern Jiangxi, these are still unknown. But the Qing army mobilized troops from Quzhou, a full four hundred miles away. From now on, no matter how the Ming army came,

It is difficult for them to quickly form a force advantage.

Therefore, Tong Guoqi believed that rushing into the mountains for suppression would only lead to loss of troops and generals. He suggested temporarily abandoning the mountainous area south of Guangxin Prefecture, and even abandoning the south of Xinjiang River. He only needed to ensure the prefectural and county cities along the Xinjiang River and the forts in front of the passes. In addition,

, Tong Guoqi also suggested that Jidu ask the Qing court for more troops, and at least transfer the Han army flags stationed in the south of the Yangtze River. In his words, it is now difficult for the green camp soldiers to fight against the Ming army on the frontal battlefield, and the only way is to thicken the Eight Banners Army.

Only with the strength can we last until the end of the war to destroy the country.

"Master, if I remember correctly, this is the third time that Tong Guoqi has forced the bandits to retreat, right?"

As soon as Gadahun said these words, Jidudang was stunned for a moment. He frowned slightly, then opened his eyes wide, as if he suddenly understood something, and quickly dismissed the voices that lowered his breathing, and still tried his best to lower his breath.

The presence-clad slave: "Are you saying that slave Tong Guoqi did a trick of being a bandit and deliberately led the army to death?"

This statement was immediately shocking. Not only was Gadahun shocked when he heard this, but even Jidu himself was stunned.

If it is true, then many things can be explained. For example, the death of Yang Minggao, the loss of Xincheng County without a fight, Tong Guoqi rescuing the green camp soldiers and escaping from the Ming army's pursuit, and another example

His recent heroic performance. Even, looking further back, the huge province of Fujian was reduced to just a few passes in just one month four years ago. Looking at it from the perspective of hindsight,

Isn’t it clear that Zhaofuyin is a trap?

Once he thought of this, Jidu felt as if he was involved in a huge conspiracy that could destroy the Qing Dynasty. Even the study room, which had always been well-lit, seemed to be a little darker in an instant. However, when he thought about it, it seemed that this was a huge conspiracy that could destroy the Qing Dynasty.

How ridiculous, because from Tong Guoqi's point of view, from the perspective of gains and losses, this makes no sense at all!

"Master, Tong Guoqi's slave must be more than that."

Yes, think back to four years ago, Tong Guoqi was the governor of a province, a real frontier official, and Zheng Chenggong and Chen Kai only had the territory of less than four prefectures of Zhang, Quan, Chao, and Qiong.

There is no reason for him to risk his life to help the Ming army develop and grow, because the Ming army can't offer any benefits to bribe him.

Moreover, over the past few years, the senior officials of the Qing court also had a basic understanding of the bizarre events of that year - it is said that being an official for thousands of miles is just for money. If most officials and generals in the Ming court could be civil servants who do not love money, military generals would not hesitate to die.

If it were, the Manchus would have been wiped out long ago, and there would be nothing like today. In other words, the Qing government also relied on these corrupt officials to control the place, and Chen Kai found a one-time breakthrough in recruiting people and took advantage of it.

It's just the greed of the Fujian civil and military forces. Although the effect is very good, it cannot be replicated. After all, one learns from every experience. The Qing court has already been played by Zheng Chenggong and Chen Kai once, so how can it play appeasement again?

"Like Yuan Chonghuan?"

"Yes, Master. At that time, the Qing Dynasty was only based in a corner of Liaodong and did not have the capital to bribe a governor of Ji Liao. Emperor Taizong took advantage of that idiot's weakness of eager to pacify Liao and gradually eliminated those who came from Korea. Mao Wenlong

Only with the threat of Lin Danhan can we break through Ji Town."

With this understanding, it would be nonsense to say that Tong Guoqi became a traitor four years ago. Even starting from this year, although Tong Guoqi is a fallen phoenix, he is still the uncle of the country after all, and Tong Guoqi is still the uncle of the country.

The political status of the family in the Manchu Qing Dynasty is very special. In terms of closeness to the royal family, it is better than most of the relatives of the Eight Banners of Manchuria. If you want to buy Tong Guoqi, it is equivalent to buying the entire Tong family. The price you need to pay

Even Zheng Chenggong and Chen Kai are far from satisfied with their current status.

Apart from other things, the Tong family has already contributed a prince to Shunzhi. Since it is a bribe, it will cost more. Is it possible that Chen Kai can still make the decision for Emperor Yongli and let the emperor of the Ming Dynasty depose the emperor?

The crown prince, married the daughter of the Tong family as the Empress of the Ming Dynasty, and also advanced the identity of the Ming Dynasty crown prince to his younger son with Jurchen blood. Jidu felt that, let alone Tong Guoqi, any normal person would not believe this nonsense.

talk.

"The slave just thinks that Tong Guoqi is not as brave as he says. The slave is already afraid of the bandits, so he doesn't dare to go into the mountains to suppress them."

"Well, that's right."

Jidu nodded, but before he could decide whether to transfer Tong Guoqi away and replace him with someone who dared to fight to take charge of the suppression affairs, Ga Dahun expressed another opinion: "I think, Tong Guoqi

Although he is afraid of war, some of his words are not completely unreasonable."

"oh?"

"Our army has entered the mountains and suppressed it again and again. In the final analysis, it is to eliminate the threat of Chen Kai's barbarian to the flanks. But I have been thinking about it for the past few days, and I feel that the gain outweighs the loss. Let's not mention the defeat like this.

, even if we win, the officers and soldiers will still withdraw. Once the officers and soldiers withdraw, the bandits can come back again, but this hidden danger cannot be fundamentally eliminated."

If we want to fundamentally solve the problem, we have to drive Chen Kai back to Ganzhou from Jianchang Mansion. This is completely impossible for Jidu.

"I believe that the imperial court's defense in Guangxin Mansion is mainly to cover the flanks of our army. As Tong Guoqi said, it is not impossible to temporarily abandon the south of the Xinjiang River. If we only consider covering the flanks, even if we temporarily abandon your army

The three counties of Xi, Yiyang, and Xing'an are also possible. Even if the situation is urgent to a certain extent, even Qianshan County and the forts in front of the five passes guarding Tongmu, Fenshui, Gukou, Jiaoling, and Cenyang can also be abandoned.

Concentrated in Fucheng and Yongfeng County."

Abandoning the county seat will inevitably lead to more attacks from the DPRK and China. Abandoning Qianshan and the fortresses in front of various passes is absolutely not possible unless it is absolutely necessary, because if this is really the case, the Fucheng and Yongfeng County alone will

, these two completely undefendable locations cannot be defended for long. However, if the situation really deteriorates to that point, enduring the pain of breaking one's wrist is not completely unthinkable. After all, the priority is to preserve Quzhou.

His current core task is to build a large army with Quzhou as the core and block the Ming army's overland route from Jiangsu and Zhejiang.

Of course, it is better if the county does not give up. Moreover, the Ming army is still restricted and unable to stretch its fists. Both Zheng Chenggong and Chen Kai are still trying hard to encroach on the Qing army's control area and strength, and gradually gain

The space to stretch out the limbs. In Guangxin Mansion, you can slowly stalemate with the Ming army until the Qing army completes the battle of annihilation and the army turns eastward.

"If Guixi County is abandoned, will the bandits turn west and attack Nanchang?"

Thinking of this, Jidu's face looked worried. Seeing in Gadahun's eyes, he felt a little comforted - in terms of ability, this little Prince Zheng is really not worthy of holding shoes compared to Jierhalang.

.But looking at it today, it is not all without merit. At least there is still a certain overall view.

"Master, the scale of the bandits' increase in troops to Jianghushan Town has always been small. This is because whether they are taking the mountain road north from Luxi or taking the salt road from Fujian to eastern Jiangxi, the number of troops and food and grass will be greatly restricted. Even if it is

The latter, as far as the servant knows, also requires manpower to carry loads in the first half of the mountain road. Only when you reach Jianghushan Town can you use the water power of Xuxi River. In this way, Nanchang City is high and the pond is deep, and there are large troops stationed in Fuzhou on the flanks.

It is difficult for the bandits to win. Even if the bandits do not attack Nanchang but threaten Fuzhou, they will not be effective due to their lack of troops. As long as Dasu can block Chen Kai's main force at the border of Jianchang Prefecture and Fuzhou Prefecture

enough."

With these words, Jidu felt at ease. Originally, he planned to mobilize more troops, and even mobilized hundreds of Eight Banners troops to assist in the battle, so as to push the Ming army from the south of Guangxin Prefecture.

They were driven out of the mountainous areas. Now it seems that this is no longer necessary.

The new order was sent to Guixi County as quickly as possible. Due to the disastrous defeat in Zuozhen, Fujian, and the missing of the general troops, the escaped troops were added to Fubiao, Fujian. The route had been completed.

The Green Camp of Guangxin Prefecture, which was concentrating on work, withdrew to the city for rest and recuperation, and the city defense work was handed over to Fubiao, Fujian Province. As for going into the mountains for suppression, Jidu didn't even mention a word, making it clear that he had given up on such unnecessary tasks.

Already working.

Such a result is exactly what Tong Guoqi wants to see. After all, with his previous achievements, he can be regarded as meritorious. At this time, it is precisely to disrupt Chen Kai's rhythm in order to avoid continuing to sink into his trap.

Go down.

The Green Camp of Guangxin Prefecture took the order and left, and Guixi County became the territory of Fujian Fubiao. It is indispensable to have local food and drink. Of course, Tong Guoqi can be a governor, and he still has the mentality of being prepared for danger in times of peace.

On the one hand, he exploited the local area to buy soldiers' lives; on the other hand, he needed to strengthen drills and restore combat effectiveness as soon as possible; on the other hand, he also had to drive the county government and the people to continuously reinforce the city; and on the other hand, he also continued to send detailed troops to the south of the Xinjiang River.

He Tan Ma wanted to understand the movements of the Ming army. Because he always felt that Chen Kai would not give up and would definitely have a plan to deal with the changing situation, and he needed to understand it as soon as possible in order to take action.

The winter moon passed by quietly as the horn sounds of the Qing army entering the mountains for suppression quietly dispersed. In the twelfth lunar month, it seemed to be confirmed that the Qing army had given up the fight for the mountainous area in the southern part of Guangxin Prefecture, and the Ming army radiated from Jianghushan Town to the surrounding areas.

Kailai. Soon, Tangwan and Shangqing, among the four major towns in Guixi County, fell into the hands of the Ming army. Counting the former Jianghushan Town, only Xiongshi Town in Fuguo was left.

The hands of the Qing army.

Not only these three most prosperous market towns, but also the entire southern part of Guixi County quickly became the sphere of influence of the Ming army. The Qing army voluntarily gave up here, and there were also Ming armies who based themselves on the areas that once had great influence among the people of Jiangxi.

The influence brought by Jiangxi Governor Jie Chongxi's death in Jianghushan Town, as well as the vigorous development of the Tiandihui in Guangxin Prefecture in recent years, all prompted the people here to quickly move closer to the Ming army.

As a result, the Qing army's military intelligence collection work became more and more difficult. Not long after, with the news that Chen Kai appointed a local gentry as the magistrate of Guixi, a situation of severance emerged.

.

Such a situation really made Tong Guoqi very anxious. So he expanded the scope of military intelligence collection to neighboring counties, only to find that the Ming army's expansion momentum south of Xinjiang had shifted to the south of Yiyang County in the east.
To be continued...