Chapter 319 Three strategies: upper, middle and lower

Chapter 319 Three strategies: upper, middle and lower

Chapter 319 Three strategies: upper, middle and lower

As time passed, the military tent became extremely quiet.
Li Jinglong sat at the head of the table, his face gloomy.

His fingers tapped lightly on the armrest of the seat, the cold touch calming him down.

He had misjudged the struggle between the civil and military officials, but he also underestimated the infighting among the military officials.

He did not expect that the Yunnan Dusi, located in the border area,
Even in the face of war, there are still so many intrigues.

Li Jinglong looked at Chen Shuhan, who had stood up and told him everything that had happened in the military headquarters, and said in a cold voice:
"sit."

Chen Shuhan didn't hesitate, but bowed and slowly stepped aside to sit down.
His expression was no longer the good-natured one he used to be.
He became serious and cold, but with a hint of majesty.

Li Jinglong's voice was cold:
"The Lord of the Dusi is not only planning to take the war horses, but also the military equipment?"

Chen Shuhan nodded heavily:
"Reporting to Duke Cao, it is true, but many adults dare not easily offend Duke Cao."

"What are you afraid of? If you are not afraid, what are you doing here?"

Li Jinglong was not polite at all and his face was extremely cold.

This move shows that he is not taken seriously at all!
The more he thought about it, the angrier Li Jinglong became.
There are powerful enemies outside Luchuan, rebellions inside, and even intrigues.
He didn't know what to do.

He looked at Chen Shuhan:

"How do you think we should deal with this matter?"

There was a flash of joy in Chen Shuhan's eyes. There was no doubt that this statement implied acceptance.

I took some effort to suppress my excitement.
Chen Shuhan took a deep breath and spoke in a deep voice.
"Duke Cao, I am an incompetent official.
Last night, I spent all day and night at home thinking about it, but I could only come up with three options: the best, the middle, and the worst. "

After hearing the three strategies, Li Jinglong was stunned:

"Master Chen, have you read too many storytellings? A strategy is just a strategy. There is no need to distinguish between the best, the middle and the worst strategies."

"Go ahead."

Chen Shuhan showed some embarrassment and slowly spoke:

"The worst option is to ignore it. The front scouts belong to the Beijing Army.
Duke Cao is the commander-in-chief and holds a high position. If you do not agree, the commander-in-chief will have no other options."

Li Jinglong looked puzzled: "Why is it just a bad idea?"

Chen Shuhan quickly gathered his thoughts and spoke in a deep voice:
"Reporting to Duke Cao, although we can refuse to borrow the war horses,
But it cannot cut off the covetous heart. The front army scouts have so many military supplies and war horses, which will definitely be coveted by others.
Especially when the war with Luchuan started,

By then, military equipment will be in short supply and war horses will be scarce. If you ask for them then, even Duke Cao will find it difficult to refuse.

Therefore, I think that not only should we reject this matter,
We also need to deter them so that they don’t dare to have such thoughts again.”

Li Jinglong blinked his eyes and suddenly realized, yes!

But he remained calm and acted as if he had everything under control.

He did not answer immediately, but picked up the tea beside him and took two sips.

"clatter"

The crisp sound of the teacup being put down was heard.
Li Jinglong sneered, his voice was extremely calm:

"continue."

Chen Shuhan let out a long sigh, feeling excited, and said quickly:
"The middle strategy I am thinking of is..."

Chen Shuhan showed some hesitation, and could not help but walk closer and whispered:

"Duke Cao can take down the officials and start a fight.

Perhaps you can trap me and Master Liu in this camp and beat us up to show your anger."

Li Jinglong's expression was stunned for a moment, thinking that this was too frivolous.

However, if you think about it carefully, it is a good idea.

Not only did he reject the request of the commander-in-chief to borrow war horses, he also made his attitude clear, which included the worst strategy.

Furthermore, Li Jinglong looked at Chen Shuhan and thought that he could also plant spies in the formation.

His mind was racing, and he suddenly remembered something.

I remember Liu Heiying once said to him,
To deal with smart people, you should use the simplest method and let them guess and think for themselves.
After all, smart people are always self-righteous, extremely arrogant, and will not believe in simple things.

Thinking of this, Li Jinglong smiled and nodded slightly:

"This plan kills three birds with one stone, it's still acceptable."

As soon as these words came out, Chen Shuhan was completely certain that the Duke Cao in front of him was a wise man.

The three-birds-with-one-stone strategy that he racked his brains to come up with yesterday was actually seen through so easily.

Chen Shuhan showed admiration and said in a deep voice:
"Duke Cao is very quick-witted. I admire him."

"As for the best final strategy, I think that
We must make those who dare to take advantage pay the price, so as to warn those who covet it. "

"Go on."

Li Jinglong spoke lightly, his expression extremely calm, seeming unfathomable.

"Reporting to Duke Cao, this plan is vicious and may cause some disturbances.
Besides, I have no room for maneuver after this incident."

Chen Shuhan pursed his lips. This was a plan he had come up with to kill four birds with one stone, and it was also the token of his loyalty that he had to submit.

Li Jinglong didn't say anything else, just looked at him calmly.

Chen Shuhan pursed his lips tightly, his whole body tense:

"Duke Cao, you can beat me up to show your attitude.

In addition, he pretended to agree to the request of Liu Yangwen and other officials to borrow war horses.

Then find a suitable time, notify them to come, and quietly take the warhorse.

Give them a promise you don't want to make public but have to agree to.
Some people even want to pay some price to settle the matter peacefully.

And I went to report all of this and told them the false news.

When the transaction started, they sent people to the military camp to take the war horses.

Then they rushed over and captured them, and charged them with a crime.
Whether it was stealing war horses or stealing military supplies, or even plotting rebellion,

In this way, we can follow the clues and implicate the person behind the scenes.

It would be best if they did not give me away.
If I confess, I will never admit it.

I will say that Duke Cao was extremely angry and beat me up, and he did not agree to this matter at all.

They were greedy for a moment and had evil intentions. "

Chen Shuhan was talking incessantly.

It sounded a bit nagging to Li Jinglong, but he didn't take it as an offense.
Chen Shuhan has been powerless for many years, so he wants to tear everything apart and crush everything, and speaks in detail.

But he didn't know that the person in power was also a smart person.
Just give the general outline and you can fill in the specific details.

But Chen Shuhan's best strategy was very much in line with Li Jinglong's taste.
Not only the previous three carvings are included,

I also submitted a letter of surrender with no way out, which shows my sincerity.

But Li Jinglong felt a little conflicted.
He had no experience in dealing with such matters and thought all three methods were good.

How, he wasn't sure.

Li Jinglong pursed his lips slightly, looked at Chen Shuhan, and chuckled:
"All three methods are good, but now is not the time to make a final conclusion.
Mr. Chen, please go and rest for a while. I will take care of some important matters first."

This answer surprised Chen Shuhan, even beyond his expectation.
His eyes were filled with confusion at this moment.

Does this mean that he is accepted or not accepted?

But no matter what, his feelings have been expressed, and success or failure is no longer something he can control.
Chen Shuhan stood up, walked to the center of the military tent, and bowed to Li Jinglong, the leader:
"I'll take my leave first."

Li Jinglong waved his hand, looked outside the military tent, and ordered:
"Take Master Chen to rest."

Soon, two personal soldiers appeared at the door, and Chen Shuhan followed them away.

After he left, Li Jinglong stood up with a bang.

The indifference on his body disappeared in an instant, and he waved towards the entrance of the military tent.

"Hurry, hurry, go and call Black Hawk."

The guard immediately understood, hurriedly agreed and ran away.

Soon, Liu Heiying, with two dark circles under his eyes, walked into the military tent quickly.
Although he was still strong, he looked weak.

There was a feeling of fatigue all over his body, and it seemed that the armor that had been bulging had become shriveled.

Seeing him coming, Li Jinglong, who was frowning, immediately stood up.
Walk to the entrance of the military tent, pull down the curtain, and order no one to approach!
Then, he hurriedly pushed Liu Heiying, who looked confused, onto a chair at the side.

He told her everything that had just happened.

Hearing this, Liu Heiying's expression became extremely strange.
"How is it? What about the strategy Chen Shuhan mentioned?"

Liu Heiying scratched his head and took a breath of cold air:
"Duke Cao, this matter still requires your decision.

If I have to charge into battle, I will naturally take charge and dare not refuse.

I don’t know how to handle this kind of conspiracy.”

"You don't know either?"

Li Jinglong widened his eyes and looked over.

Liu Heiying's face was dark, with some cracks that were about to heal.
Although he looks old, you can still see his childish appearance.

Li Jinglong suddenly realized that they were of the same age.

All along, the abilities of many generals have made Li Jinglong forget their ages.
I even thought they were veterans who had fought on the battlefield for many years. But after some reflection, I realized that they were all young people with extraordinary talents.

Although he was amazed, Li Jinglong still frowned because the biggest problem had not been solved.

He looked at Liu Heiying and asked, "Is Liu Yangwen still in the workshop?"

"Look left and right,
I think he wants to steal my skills, but Duke Cao, don't worry.

The places he was taken to were all ordinary maintenance workshops, which contained some weapons that the army already had."

Li Jinglong felt relieved and turned to think about what Chen Shuhan said. He asked again:

"That Chen Shuhan is interested in surrendering. If it were any other time, I would be able to see clearly.

But the situation in Yunnan is chaotic right now, and I am a little undecided. Do you think I should accept it?"

"This..." Liu Heiying frowned, not knowing what to say.

Soon, a conversation sounded in his mind.

"During my absence, everything will be subject to the orders of Duke Cao.

Even if it is ridiculous, you have to do it. Some losses are nothing.

This is the time to provide timely assistance.

"Everyone in the army must uphold the prestige of Duke Cao as the commander of the Beijing Army. Remember that?"

"Remember, don't worry, Brother Yun'er."

Liu Heiying murmured to himself, prestige? To maintain the prestige of the commander-in-chief of the Beijing Army?

He thought about it and made up his mind.

Although the three plans given by Chen Shuhan were nonsense, wishful thinking, and petty.

But I have to say, the more clumsy it is, the more it shows your attitude.

Moreover, it fits Li Jinglong's current personality, and people can tell at a glance that it is his work.

He looked at Li Jinglong with a burning gaze:
"Duke Cao, whether to accept Chen Shuhan or borrow the warhorse, it's up to you to decide!"

"The scouts of the front army will obey your orders without any complaints!"

Bang bang bang!
Li Jinglong felt his heartbeat quicken, his face flushed, and he said decisively:

"The two things are actually one thing. The warhorse cannot be given to me. If I were to give it to me, where would I put my face?"

A hint of gloom flashed across Li Jinglong's eyes.

He planned to secretly take note of these disrespectful people and deal with them when he gained power in the future.

"Then please give me some advice, Lord Cao.
If we don’t cut off their hands and feet today, they dare to raise their hands. Who knows what troubles they will cause in the future!”

Brother Yun'er once said that only those who dare to fight and are able to fight can stop the war."

“Only by daring to fight and being able to fight can we stop the war”

Li Jinglong's eyes lit up as he repeated this sentence. This sentence made a lot of sense.

He thought for a moment, gritted his teeth, and a fierce look flashed in his eyes:
"Since there is no other way, let's use Chen Shuhan's best strategy.

Pretend to agree to lend the horse, lure the enemy to counter-capture, so as to find out the mastermind behind the incident and set an example for others!"

After saying that, Li Jinglong looked at Liu Heiying and patted him on the shoulder:

"Black Hawk, you take care of the camp's affairs. I don't trust anyone else to do it. Make sure everything goes well."

Liu Heiying's face was solemn:
"Please rest assured, Duke Cao, when the time comes for the handover, the camp will definitely set up a tight net.

As long as they dare to come, they will never return!"

"Okay! Then you go first. I'll talk to Chen Shuhan about this."

"I'll say goodbye!"

Liu Heiying left the military tent, his face extremely solemn.

The guards standing at the door couldn't help but feel nervous. What happened?
Soon, Chen Shuhan, who followed his personal guards to the big tent, felt a little uneasy.

Looking at the entrance standing before my eyes, I couldn't help but slow down my pace.

He suddenly felt a little scared. He hesitated for so many years before making the decision.

He is afraid of failure and returning empty-handed.

His grandfather, father, and brothers had made so many achievements, so he thought he was a bit noble.
He did not want to rely on the officials in the Dusi, as this would make him feel inferior and insult his family's merits.

Now that I finally met the Duke of Beijing, it is a good time to help him.
He advised himself in this way, but there are exceptions to everything.
He was afraid that Duke Cao would be unwilling to take him in because he held a low official position and had no real power.

"Master Chen, please go in."

Duan Chen stood at the door and saw him standing there in a daze, walking slower and slower, so he couldn't help but remind him.

Chen Shuhan shuddered, forced a smile on his face, nodded, and quickly walked into the military tent!
"I think that Mr. Chen is also a capable person, and his three strategies are all very good.

I have always been vindictive. Since someone is plotting against me, I will cut off his hand!
Only by daring to fight and being able to fight can we stop the war."

Cao Guogong's resounding and cold voice squeezed into Chen Shuhan's ears.

He could hardly believe it and was shaking with excitement!

It’s done! It’s done! I’ve done it!!

Chen Shuhan's face flushed, and he bowed quickly:
"I am willing to follow Duke Cao's lead and go through fire and water!"

Li Jinglong, who was sitting at the top, turned his eyes away from the pretentious document in his hand.

He raised his head and looked down at Chen Shuhan, with a faint smile on his face:

"Okay, go ahead and do it. Whether you can hide it from Liu Yangwen depends on your ability.

If you mess up, don't blame me for being ruthless."

Chen Shuhan naturally knew the test. He looked serious and bowed again:
"Please rest assured, Lord Cao. I practiced this process at home all night last night!"

Hearing this, Li Jinglong's mouth twitched slightly.

This person is really outspoken and reveals everything.

Li Jinglong waved his hand:
"Go ahead and ask Duan Chen to help you."

"Yes!"

Chen Shuhan left with satisfaction.

Li Jinglong also breathed a sigh of relief. He felt tired and wanted to go back to look at the documents.

An hour later, near dusk,
Chen Shuhan, with a bruised face and nose, found Liu Yangwen wandering around the military camp.

As soon as they met, Liu Yangwen's heart sank and he had a bad premonition.

"Master Chen, what happened? Did Duke Cao beat you?"

Chen Shuhan was in a state of extreme embarrassment, his eyes were crooked and swollen, his nose was bleeding, and drool was flowing from the corners of his mouth.
He shook his head vaguely:
"No."

"Who is that?"

"Duke Cao's personal guard."

Liu Yangwen's face froze, and he shook his hands in annoyance: "Isn't it the same?"

He then asked:

"Looking at you like this, it seems like you didn't get it done?

Is it Duke Cao who disagrees or the generals of the front scout unit who disagree?"

Liu Yangwen was so disappointed that his voice became noticeably cold.

Chen Shuhan shook his head slightly, his voice was vague:

"No, Duke Cao agreed to give us 1,200 war horses.

The transaction will be completed at the camp at midnight tonight, and Lord Liu is asked to send his trusted aides."

Liu Yangwen sighed and shook his head, talking to himself:
"I already knew the secondary result. Borrowing a warhorse is obviously a waste of effort."

"What did you say? Promise?"

Liu Yangwen's eyes widened, his face dull.

"One thousand two?"

Chen Shuhan nodded gently and pointed to his head:

"After I told him about this, Duke Cao beat me without giving me any explanation.

I'm going to say frankly, if Duke Cao doesn't give me an explanation,
I impeached Duke Cao for assaulting an imperial official, and he agreed."

"Ahhhhhhhhhh."

Liu Yangwen looked at his ugly face and found it very cute.
"Okay, okay, Master Chen, you have made a great contribution. If the Dusi was missing you, it would be a huge loss for the Dusi!!"

"Since Duke Cao has set the time, send someone over tonight!"

"It's all thanks to Master Chen."

"Hehe." Chen Shuhan laughed foolishly.

(End of this chapter)