The soldiers he trained on weekdays were originally intended to be used to defend against strong enemies at critical moments.
Who would have thought that at this critical moment, Liu Zhang would tightly hold these elite soldiers in his hands.
It was euphemistically called the Imperial Guard to defend Chengdu. Although the number of troops and horses given to Zhang Ren was 30,000, they were not able to compete with Liu Bei's elite infantry and cavalry.
A true general is one who can bring out inferior soldiers and horses into a stronger combat effectiveness.
Although Zhang Ren is not as good as the top generals, he is by no means a good person.
He dared to say that with the number of 30,000, he could still complete the task as long as there was no big accident.
The problem lies here...
Just as the letter said.
Liu Zhang…
Regardless of whether he sent his strongest troops to the front line or not.
Due to the famine some time ago and the problem of summer planting, there will be insufficient food surplus this year...
In addition, the amount of food provided in the previous two years was far from enough to be consumed in this war.
There is a huge vacancy here, and the final spearheads all point to one place.
"And you!"
The group of civil servants who did not dare to speak at first shivered when Ma Dai pointed at them.
"You are all greedy, layer by layer. Do you really think that I am just working as a worker in the military camp during this period?"
"I'm not afraid that you will know. In fact, every night, I meet and talk with your "own people". You protect yourself well, but you forget that your subordinates are exposed."
"But don't worry, I didn't use any particularly inhumane means. Otherwise, the result wouldn't be as simple as just reporting illness and going home to recuperate."
"If you are sensible, please quickly pull out the weapons and supplies hidden in your fields and houses. Don't ask me to come to your door one by one."
"Otherwise, you should know what the consequences will be."
After what Ma Dai said, the atmosphere in the venue was completely frozen.
After Liu Zhang was helped up, he dared not speak out in anger, and even did not dare to look into the eyes of Ma Dai and others.
Pang Xi, on the other hand, ordered his subordinates to keep an eye on the door and planned to make some adjustments to the next response.
"So, what is your decision?"
"Let's talk first. It's not that we don't have evidence here. Although there is no way to convict you and put you in jail, we can still make this matter public. Then you just need to imagine how the rioting people will deal with you.
Can you make a decision?"
Pang Xi didn't intend to be nice to everyone anymore, so he threatened them directly.
After several threats, someone finally spoke.
"I...I am willing to call out the food I have secretly stored, but...you have to promise me and ensure my safety. Even if Chengdu falls in the end, I still hope that I can have a way out."
"Hey, you kid!"
Liu Zhang was furious. He heard his subordinates say such unlucky words. Is there anyone in the world who is more cowardly than himself?
"Yes, as long as you are willing to hand over the remaining grain, we will protect you... No, Master Lin, including your clan members, we can guarantee their safety - if Chengdu is really attacked."
Pang Xi thought for a moment and nodded, completely ignoring Liu Zhang's protests on the side.
Then there is the cascading effect. People who are civil servants themselves are very easy to succumb to the strong when they are not supported by power. It should be said...when their basic survival is threatened.
At present, the person who holds the most power in Chengdu is not Liu Zhang, but Pang Xi. Yes, Pang Xi has received support from everyone in Youjian Villa.
It's been put to use.
Therefore, the remaining people handed over their remaining rations very happily and without any psychological burden. Zhen Luo, Diao Chan and others on the side made a little statistics and found that this was a terrifying figure that was enough to fill the vacancy of military rations in the past few months.
Therefore, although I was happy that the situation on the front line was about to be alleviated, I was also extremely contemptuous of this group of dog officials who looked down upon human life.
Of course, the biggest change would have to be someone's defection - if it hadn't been for him, maybe Liu Zhang wouldn't have given in in the end.
"Everyone!"
There was a clang and a startling sound from the door, and everyone looked over there without realizing it.
"The horses are ready and will be ready to go in a moment!"
"Set off?
Cheng Ji, what are you talking about?"
Liu Zhang collapsed and shouted:
"And Cheng Ji...you guy, where have you been these past few days? I can't find you anywhere!"
"Ah... I'm sorry, lord... I have actually been in the city for the past two days. The reason why I didn't show up is probably because..."
Cheng Ji coughed twice and looked at the people in the courtyard.
Now, even if he is as slow as Liu Zhang, he understands what it means...
"Cheng Ji, you...you really..."
"My lord, I believe that in the face of major issues of right and wrong, the first thing we should do is to put aside the past grudges and work together to overcome the difficulties... At present, our army's front line is not going well, and the Ma Dai brothers volunteered to bring reinforcements to help General Zhang. For this reason alone, I think they
That’s enough to gain my respect.”
"...Wait...wait a minute, what are you talking about?
Ma Dai...What is Ma Dai going to do?
He's a little furry kid who doesn't even have all his hair, so he's going to the front line?"
Liu Zhang was momentarily blinded by Cheng Ji's words.
"If I were a little kid, Master Zhou Mu, I'm afraid you can't even compare to one of my toes."
"General Zhang Ren's front line is only transported by baggage troops, and it is very easy to be attacked by the enemy. So since I promised you to assist Chengdu, I will naturally be responsible for this support."
Ma Dai was not used to Liu Zhang and choked him back.
Although Ma Dai is young, he is a person who has experienced real big scenes. In the Battle of Hanzhong, he led his brothers from the Shenjian Battalion to block Wei Yan, which indirectly led to the collapse of Liu Bei's army on Jinniu Road.
This record alone is enough to shine in Chengdu at this moment.
Xiang Cun Fujun seemed to be complaining, but was suppressed by Pang Xi with a look.
All in all, as Cheng Ji said, he had helped Ma Dai prepare the horses and baggage, and the rest could only be left to him.
In addition, Ma Dai did not rush to the front line completely unprepared. If he just brought a bunch of soldiers and horses forward, it would only suppress the situation but not cure it.
When he went this time, he wanted to bring the "exquisite equipment" from Youjian Villa.
I believe that one day in the future, when a weapon that Liu Bei and others least want to see appears on the battlefield, this impact alone will be enough to suppress the opponent's arrogance.
"So, Mr. Zhou Mu, do you want to hand it over or not?"
Ma Dai was laughing, so much that Liu Zhang was frightened.
