"Yeah, um, um, okay," Xia Houchu nodded while listening to the report from his men. "Order all the spies in the county to fully cooperate with the prince-in-law. Go and clean up, and we will leave Hengfu City immediately." He felt that just sending his men was not enough, he had to personally do it.
Take action.
In the lord's mansion, Ding Zhong said goodbye to Shao Dianluan, "Madam, I have an order from the master. I have to go out for a trip. In addition, the master has taken up his military post and led the troops away. Please raise the military flag in the mansion."
"Well, do your work for the master and don't worry about the palace. I will ensure that the house is safe." Shao Dianluan was very depressed.
Which princess wants to raise the military flag for the prince-in-law? Shaodian Luan cannot be said to be unique, but it has not been seen for many years. Because she received the information in advance, she was mentally prepared, so she can remain calm now.
As a result, she cannot leave the Earl's Palace. The husband is away fighting, and the wife must stay at home. There is a clear statement in the "Nobles' Etiquette" that this represents loyalty to the country, and the eldest princess must also abide by it.
The Earl's Mansion is different from the Protector's Mansion. The military flag representing Ding Kui needs to be raised by Shao Diianluan himself. Those who are not married will have the flag raised by the elders of their families.
Long Yan held Jingjing in her arms and watched Shaodian Luan raise the flag with Hai Mengji, saying that the whole family was watching Ding Kui fight for the country, and they must keep in mind the status of military family members and not do anything that would hinder Ding Kui.
After raising the flag, Shaodian Luan secretly paid a visit to Jiang Tong, "When the country is in danger, he goes to the Eighth Army. That is the tradition of the Ding family and Shaodian country. We must do our best to support it. Now you are the head of the family. Take care of the family and it is yours."
Full responsibility." Jiang Tong gave a few symbolic lessons.
"Grandpa, grandson, can you please protect Ding Kui secretly?" Shao Dianluan was worried. All the masters in the family were transferred out, which shows that the war is not easy.
"You should know that this is impossible. Don't worry, Kui'er will not be in danger when he takes charge of the Eighth Army. Our country's military strength is not enough to annihilate the Eighth Army. He has the ability to protect himself." Jiang Tong knew what he was doing.
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When Ding Zhong was leaving the city, he happened to run into Xia Houchu. "Are you going to do that too?" Ding Zhong asked.
"I hope Director Ding can help me with my duties." Xiahou Chu knew what Ding Zhong was talking about.
"Helping you is also helping me. After all, it is my master's business. I just want to go out with a companion. We will divide the work on the way."
Xiahou Chu was naturally happy to have someone share some of the work. He knew that the Security Bureau's power in Nanqiu County might not be weaker than that of the Intelligence Department.
Ding Kui met with Jiang Zhi early in the morning, and it took about half an hour to finish the conversation. Then he went to Qatar City, taking with him Zhang Dingyuan, the staff officer he selected for the 75th Division.
"Are you sure?" Zhang Dingyuan came up with several plans overnight, but they were all rejected by Ding Kui. The news Ding Kui brought back was something he had not considered.
"It's basically certain that I will order the requisition of the war horses from Kada City, Shun'an City and Fangjie City, as well as the knights from these three cities." Ding Kui said the purpose of his trip.
"Although these three cities have not experienced war, they also sent people to participate in previous wars. I am afraid there will not be too many knights and horses." Zhang Dingyuan could understand Ding Kui's plan.
"Whatever you have, count the cavalry and war horses of the 75th Division, and count them together." Ding Kui could only recruit these three cities, and the areas beyond Nanqiu County were not under his control.
After arriving in Kada City, they first went to the Magic Guild. Ding Kui sent several messages in one breath. As the division commander of the Eighth Army, he had the right to commandeer the magic communication array.
Out of courtesy, Ding Kui also visited the city lord Fu Ming. After all, he was about to requisition the knights guild and the city's war horses, so it was necessary to say hello to the chief executive. When leaving, Fan Yuzhen came with nine other captains.
He forced him to go to the military camp.
"Just to introduce to you, this Zhang Dingyuan is the staff officer I specially selected for the 75th Division. I will issue military orders to you through him. I hope you can cooperate as much as possible." Ding Kui took the opportunity to push Staff Zhang out.
I heard that Ding Kui personally selected him. The ten captains all looked at Zhang Dingyuan in a different light, and vaguely regarded Zhang Dingyuan as the acting division commander. The military had a practice of letting the staff officer temporarily act as the division commander or the chief of staff temporarily act as the corps commander.
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Of course, the ceremony of the Protector Prince reviewing the troops is indispensable.
Most of the officers and soldiers had participated in the Nanqiu County War a few years ago, fought under the military flag, and had a profound experience of being brave enough to protect the country. Facing the young man carrying the flag again, everyone recalled the passion at that time.
With the family's prestige and the friendship of fighting side by side, Ding Kui easily gained the admiration and support of the soldiers. Moreover, with the propaganda of the captains, all the officers and soldiers of the 75th Division knew that Ding Kui was about to become the honorary commander of the army.
"The 75th Division only has one thousand cavalry." Ding Kui only really understood this division today, although he had only known that it was a force with infantry as its main force.
"Fortunately, each cavalry brigade has two horses, and there are 2,000 horses." Zhang Dingyuan started counting as soon as he arrived at the military camp.
"Sir, do you want to use cavalry? Our infantry is also very good at running. The first battalion can run for three days and three nights!" Fan Yuzhen was keenly aware that there was a mission.
Ding Kui immediately comforted him: "After all, you can't outrun the war horses, and Kada City needs someone to guard it. Don't worry, you will always be useful."
"There are also knights in the first brigade." Jiao Mingguang jumped out.
He was special during the Yu Zhong period, and now he is the oldest person in the army.
"Well, I will consider this. Staff Zhang, please note it down." Ding Kui did not explicitly refuse.
At this time, a young man ran into the military camp on horseback. Since he had the command flag on his back, no one stopped him, "Your Majesty, there is a magic message from Shapu City." It turned out to be Lang Nunu, who was staying at the Magic Guild.
"Well, I have to deal with military affairs. Let the others leave first." Ding Kui occupied the Chinese military tent of the 75th Division, leaving only Zhang Dingyuan. No one had any objections to this. Fan Yuzhen personally went to guard the tent and transferred the First Squadron.
Be Ding Kui's personal soldier.
"Oh, the people in the Intelligence Department are very efficient. The news came out so quickly." Ding Kui read the message sent by Lang Nunu.
"How did you say that?" Zhang Dingyuan was secretly surprised. It was yesterday that Ding Kui mobilized the power of the Intelligence Department, and there was a reply today.
"There are a large number of war horses in Jizhou City, and they haven't had time to count them yet."
"Oh, no wonder it's so fast."
"We are in a hurry. It would be good to know that there are many horses there." Ding Kui did not blame the intelligence department for inaccurate information.
"Jizhou City is the territory of the enemy's Fourth Northern Army. It is close to Huashan County and belongs to the front line. How can a large number of cavalry be deployed?" Zhang Dingyuan searched the map in his mind.
"There are several directions of attack there, and there must be heavy troops stationed there. With roads extending in all directions, you can quickly reach several cities. It is normal to increase the proportion of cavalry." Ding Kui knew more about Jizhou City.
"Why isn't Lin Xuanmo here?" Zhang Dingyuan remembered that Staff Lin came to Qatar yesterday.
"Oh, I sent him to meet the 74th Division. With so much luggage, I don't trust the captains. He can speed up the processing of supplies."
"My lord is still thoughtful."
Ding Kui's worry is not unreasonable. There is no one to command the 74th Division, so if there is a battle, it will be less likely to cause chaos. However, it is difficult to deal with chores. No captain is willing to do everything. He is afraid that he will rush to collect the baggage as soon as he arrives in Qatar.
Throw it into the military camp.
It would be much better if Lin Xuanmo went to coordinate first. At least he went with Ding Kui's military orders. No one dared to disobey the military orders. Don't underestimate his role. The Eighth Army recruited 30,000 civilians to transport the baggage, 74
The division is responsible for escorting, and it takes several hours for 40,000 people to enter the city. Not to mention the massive amount of supplies, having a staff officer to coordinate can save a lot of time.
"You can go to the Tengqiang Camp Warehouse first and let the Third and Fourth Battalions help." Ding Kui did not let go of the labor force of the 75th Division.
The battle to attack Xixuan City was still in progress, and he needed to mobilize troops as soon as possible to participate in his plan.
At this time, 10,000 civilians organized by Ding Cai and Shao Diancheng had arrived at Shu Li's camp. Shu Li immediately ordered the civilians to dig trenches from the military camp to the east and west of Xixuan City, and even sent the 71st Division to dig trenches together.
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Ao Yan received a secret report from Ding Kui in Port City, and she immediately informed Tan Shang.
"Oh, do you want to contain the enemy's sixth-level combatants? We need your help." Tan Shangke commanded Ding Kui's followers.
"Okay, I'll tell them." This didn't bother Ao Yan.
Ding Kun and Shi Jiang knew that Ao Yan could contact Ding Kui, but they didn't know the specific method; Ao Yu knew it well, and he knew about things like virtual copper clams.
Yudi took Banda away, and the Third Northern Army Corps needed the Forbidden Law to take over, while Haodong, Langchun, Xia Fan and Biyan Mask stayed behind at Camelback Mountain. The Magician Corps included members of the local army and part of the Northern Fifth Army Corps, adding up to a total of
Thousands of names.
The magicians in Port City include 600 from Dongxing County, Tunchang County and Pingfu County, 50 from Hengfu City, and 80 from the 79th Division, a total of 730 people.
Although our country has one less sixth-level combatant, it has more than two hundred magicians, so it will not be at a disadvantage in the confrontation with Shaodian.
In order to cooperate with Ding Kui's actions, Tan Shang gathered five masters to put pressure on Tuofeng Mountain Pass, forcing Hao Tong and four others to come out to resist.
"They only have four masters, why don't I go find Ding Kui." Ao Yu's fight was very boring. There were so many magicians fighting against him, and those who were good at melee combat were at a disadvantage.
"Okay, we will take turns applying pressure starting tonight. You can leave at night." Tan Shang could not let Ao Yu go in front of the enemy.
Our country was afraid of losing Tuofeng Mountain and did not dare to transfer masters at will. Now Shaodianguo has the initiative as the attacker, and secretly transferring one will not affect the offensive.
A group of men and horses galloped down the road. They waved the flag of the 1st Battalion of the 74th Division, and all the checkpoints in the direction of advancement moved away the roadblocks in advance.
"Quick, faster, move forward at full speed!" The one rushing at the front was team captain Sun Yilei, "We want to be the first to report to the division commander!"
This heavily armored cavalry actually went on the road lightly, leaving all the armor of men and horses for the baggage team behind.