It's better to be an empress than a county magistrate

When Zhang Fan heard Lu Xingchen say that he would take them out for actual combat again, he immediately became excited.

"Sir, where are we going to attack this time?"

For a general leading an army, conquering a city or a stronghold is a great boost to their self-confidence.

The battle of He County was fought beautifully. Although they suffered some casualties, they took He County at a very small cost.

Moreover, this battle was a real siege.

Although they launched the attack in the early morning, the defending generals of He County were in a state of chaos and fatigue.

But this time they used ladders, catapults, and finally battering rams to break open the city gates, and then engaged in street fighting.

This was already a perfect rehearsal for siege and capture of a stronghold.

"First, take the remaining three small counties in Beiyongzhou." Lu Xingchen said.

Zhang Fan showed a slightly disappointed expression.

"What? This isn't enough for you to fight?"

Zhang Fan nodded vigorously, "Of course it's not enough, we need a bigger city."

"We were with Wei Hu yesterday, and we were discussing whether we should fight Yongzhou City next?"

Lu Xingchen glared at Zhang Fan and said, "Who said I was going to attack Yongzhou City? Don't say something that doesn't exist."

Zhang Fan nodded solemnly. "General, I know I was wrong, and I will never say that again."

Lu Xingchen hummed softly.

It seems that the generals below have already made many guesses.

So Lu Xingchen gathered Wei Hu and the others together and emphasized what happened today.

"Whether we take Jizhou or Hexian, we will achieve unexpected results."

"If the idea of ​​us taking Yongzhou gets out."

"Yongzhou has accurate information and has made preparations in advance. The price we pay to take Yongzhou will be even greater."

"The most direct price to pay is probably the blood of the soldiers."

When Wei Hu and others heard what Lu Xingchen said, their expressions became a little solemn.

After all, almost everyone of them had discussed this matter.

They didn't expect such consequences.

"Of course, if we continue to expand our sphere of influence in the future, others will see our ambitions, and will find it dangerous and become wary."

Lu Xingchen continued, "But I still hope that day will come as late as possible."

"If we come one day later, maybe one less brother will die on the battlefield."

"General, we understand what you mean." Wei Hu stood up first and Lu Feng and others also expressed their ideas one after another.

"However, it is inevitable that we will take over Yongzhou." Lu Xingchen did not want to dampen their rising ambitions.

"However, this is a secret between us generals. It is called a military secret. We cannot discuss it easily with the soldiers below."

"Right now, we are still in the process of low-key development. When we become stronger in the future, there may be spies among our soldiers."

"Therefore, we must be vigilant and always have it." Lu Xingchen emphasized seriously again.

Wei Hu and others naturally agreed.

After finishing talking about this matter, Lu Xingchen looked at Pei Jun.

"Captain Pei, what do you think of our attack on He County this time?"

Pei Jun's status was not high, and he ranked behind Wei Hu and the others. So he didn't speak, and when everyone else expressed their opinions, he also expressed his opinions.

He was very low-key and reserved. He never expected that Lu Xingchen would bring him up again.

Pei Jun was a little embarrassed, so he stood up and said, "This time I'm not being modest, I'm being sincere..."

"General, the coordination between these arms is outstanding."

"It was the first time in my life that I saw the combination of a catapult and gunpowder produce such a huge power."

"Moreover, during the street fighting in the city, the coordination between the shieldmen, swordmen, and spearmen was perfect."

"This resulted in us suffering much fewer casualties than the other side."

"Sir, this time I am not speaking empty words, I am speaking the truth."

Everyone laughed when they saw Pei Jun's honest look.

“Of course, what I admire most is the siege. Although some of our soldiers were killed or wounded, other soldiers were not afraid of life or death and marched forward bravely.

At the most critical moment of the siege, it was really rare that the formation did not become chaotic. "Everyone laughed at him, and Pei Jun scratched his head awkwardly, but continued.

"It seems that our military training has achieved very good results and has been recognized by General Pei." Lu Xingchen said with a smile.

"General, you really embarrassed me." Pei Jun said hurriedly.

"I admire your leadership ability very much."

Pei Jun now admires Lu Xingchen's ability to command troops from the bottom of his heart.

Judging from Pei Jun's many years of military career, Lu Xingchen's 4,000 soldiers are fully capable of fighting even if they encounter an enemy force of 10,000.

"Okay, we have to set off early tomorrow morning. Go back and rest early... Pei Jun stays first." Lu Xingchen said.

Everyone stood up and left the tent.

Pei Jun looked at Lu Xingchen with curiosity.

"General, I have said everything I should say. With my ability, I can no longer offer any effective suggestions." Pei Jun thought that Lu Xingchen kept him to discuss the attack on He County with him.

He felt that Lu Xingchen might feel that he had not yet expressed all his thoughts.

But he really had said it all.

"It's not about He County. I want you to train another special army." Lu Xingchen said.

Pei Jun showed a surprised look.

"Sir General, I have just surrendered... You trust me."

"Of course I trust you." Lu Xingchen was very frank.

Pei Jun was completely moved. After all, he had only been with Lu Xingchen for a short time.

He didn't expect to be so highly valued by Lu Xingchen.

In terms of combat experience, Pei Jun is far superior to Wei Hu and others.

What's more, Pei Jun is only thirty years old and young and promising.

Lu Xingchen wanted to make use of him.

Before you reuse someone, you must trust him first.

Some people may think that you can only use him after you trust him. But Lu Xingchen feels that there is not enough time to test a person's character.

Convincing yourself to believe in someone is the easiest and most time-saving way.

"I'm asking for your opinion now to see if you are willing." Lu Xingchen said.

Pei Jun was naturally willing, so he nodded without hesitation, his eyes firm.

"As long as the commander-in-chief trusts me, I will be willing to die for my country," Pei Jun said.

Lu Xingchen smiled and took out the drawings he had drawn.

This was the military training tactic used by Qi's army against the Japanese army.

Lu Xingchen read the information provided by the system over and over again, and then drew it out based on her own understanding.

It includes her personal opinions and some areas for improvement.

After all, the enemies they face are different.

The early Japanese soldiers were very short, with an average height of 1.4 meters.

Therefore, some modifications need to be made to the knife techniques.

Pei Jun took the drawing given to him by Lu Xingchen in his hand and read it carefully.

The formation on the blueprint shocked him greatly.