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Chen Jingzhong was not originally planned to be involved in Xia Yun's assassination plan.

But since Lei Zhenning chose to take the initiative to intervene in this matter, the plan can naturally become more complete.

"That's great. I'll have to trouble General Chen then!"

Xu Wan'er's eyes lit up and she nodded immediately.

Indeed, if it was just an ordinary team entering Yuanzhou City to report the news, Xiao Zongnan would definitely have some doubts.

But if Chen Jingzhong entered the city in the name of Governor Lei Zhenning to report the news, Xiao Zongnan would most likely not have any suspicion.

"There is no time to lose, let's act quickly!"

Qin Tianye's eyes were serious, and it was obvious that this mission had to succeed and not fail.

If it fails, the consequences will be unimaginable.

Not only will they be hunted down by Xiao Zongnan's army of more than 300,000, but even Xia Yun will be implicated in the matter because of their exposure.

By then, the only choice left for them would probably be rebellion!

Midnight.

Jiang Wenzhong set off with his cavalry, which numbered about three thousand men.

Under Xu Wan'er's arrangement, a flag was inserted on each cavalryman to increase their momentum.

Jiang Wenzhong first went straight from Dengzhou to Wangbei City, and he did his best to show off wherever he went.

Jiang Wenzhong was at the front of the marching team, and the two cavalrymen behind him were carrying two large Japanese pirate flags on their shoulders.

When half an hour passed.

When Jiang Wenzhong led his troops to the foot of Wangbei City, a thick smoke signal immediately rose from the city.

At the same time, horns made from cow horns issued dull and loud warning sounds.

"Woo~"

"Woo~"

The warning sounded by the horn immediately spread throughout the entire Wangbei City.

On the wall of Wangbei City, a large number of soldiers armed with bows and arrows quickly appeared, ready for battle.

However, not a single arrow fell from the city wall before the order to defend was received.

"Reporting to the two governors, something terrible has happened. A large group of Japanese pirate cavalry have suddenly attacked the city to the north, with at least tens of thousands of people!"

Inside the big tent of the Wangbei City military camp, a soldier rushed into the tent in a hurry, looked at the two figures playing chess on the board, and reported.

Hearing this, the two men who were playing chess raised their heads, first glanced at the soldier, and then looked at each other for a moment.

"Pass the order down, all city gates should be prepared for defense. As long as the Japanese pirates do not attack the city, no one is allowed to move out without permission."

After a few breaths, the slightly younger man gave the order.

Hearing this, a hint of hesitation appeared on the soldier's face, but he reacted quickly.

"Yes, I'll pass the message right away!"

The soldiers then hurriedly left the military camp.

Soon, only the two people playing chess were left in the big tent.

If Xia Yun were here at this moment, he would be able to recognize at a glance that the two people playing chess were not others.

They were none other than the Governor-General of Zhejiang Lei Zhenning and the Governor-General of Zhili Zhao Gongming!

"That guy is going to take action."

Zhao Gongming placed a piece on the chessboard with a meaningful smile on his face.

"He is a man who will never let go of his grudges. This time, Xiao Zongnan may not be able to escape death."

Lei Zhenning laughed and placed a piece on the chessboard.

"Interesting. Since the founding of the Daliang Dynasty, there has never been a record of a prince being assassinated on the front line of the battlefield."

"But speaking of it, Xiao Zongnan really deserves to die. The previous battle cost our imperial army 130,000 men. If I hadn't arrived in time, I really don't know how many heads that idiot would have lost."

As soon as Zhao Gongming finished speaking, a gloomy look instantly appeared in his eyes.

You must know that the 500,000 troops that the imperial court sent to Zhejiang for the first time were not recruited on a temporary basis.

There are at least 200,000 soldiers and horses in it, which were recruited from Zhao Gongming!

"It's hard to describe that battle in a few words. If you hadn't arrived earlier, I'm afraid my position as the Governor of Zhejiang would only exist in name only."

After hearing what Zhao Gongming said, Lei Zhenning sighed and slowly shook his head.

He and Zhao Gongming were old friends, so there was no need for them to be on guard against each other.

During the time when Xiao Zongnan was in charge of Wangbei City, the power in his hands was constantly eroded, almost to the point of being sidelined.

Fortunately, Zhao Gongming arrived in time with an army of 200,000 and stabilized the situation on the Zhejiang battlefield.

Although Zhao Gongming was nominally a reinforcement, due to Zhao Gongming's prestige in the army, Xiao Zongnan did not dare to make decisions in front of Zhao Gongming.

And after Zhao Gongming repelled the Japanese pirate army, he directly drove Xiao Zongnan out of Wangbei City.

"What do you think are Xia Yun's chances of winning?"

Suddenly, Zhao Gongming changed the subject and asked.

"Ninety percent."

Lei Zhenning thought for a moment and then responded.

"Ninety percent?"

Zhao Gongming was obviously surprised to hear this answer.

"Do you trust that guy so much?"

Zhao Gongming asked again.

Lei Zhenning is more than ten years older than him. In his impression, Lei Zhenning has always been very calm.

"Don't you believe him?"

The gloomy look on Lei Zhenning's face disappeared instantly, replaced by a smile.

"That guy was in the capital at the beginning, but he relied on more than a hundred people to slaughter thousands of soldiers of the two kings. Even though it is just assassinating Xiao Zongnan now, how difficult is it for him?"

Lei Zhenning added.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Gongming burst into laughter.

Indeed, Xia Yun was his ally.

If we were to find a few people in this world who know Xia Yun best, Zhao Gongming would definitely be one of them.

"But I'm still a little worried. After all, there are 350,000 defenders in Yuanzhou City. If something unexpected happens, I'm afraid it will be difficult for those people sent by Xia Yun to escape unscathed."

After the brief laughter, Zhao Gongming began to think about the overall battle situation.

"It doesn't matter. I have already sent people there. Even if they fail to assassinate Xiao Zongnan, it will be no problem to protect Xia Yun's people."

Lei Zhenning responded with a smile.

"Old man, you are breaking the law knowingly. As the Governor of Zhejiang, you actually dare to participate in the assassination of the prince of the imperial court. You are really brave!"

Zhao Gongming's eyes lit up and he immediately started joking.

"Humph! I don't know which guy kicked Xiao Zongnan to Yuanzhou City in order to protect Qin Tianye, Jiang Wenzhong and others. You are not much better!"

Lei Zhenning was not willing to be outdone, and immediately placed a white piece on the chessboard.

"Give up, you have no more moves!"

In the military camp, another burst of loud and cheerful voices rang out.

……

On a dark and windy night, the 3,000 cavalrymen led by Jiang Wenzhong seemed exceptionally large in number under the cover of the moonlight.

In particular, each cavalryman had a small flag on his back, which made the team's victory look even more majestic.

After running around the North City two or three times, Jiang Wenzhong immediately adjusted his marching direction and rushed towards Yuanzhou City.

"All troops, listen up! We must reach Yuanzhou City within one stick of incense!"

On horseback, Jiang Wenzhong issued strict orders.

His purpose of attracting attention to the North City had been achieved. He expected that by this time, the defenders of Yuanzhou had also learned of the appearance of the Japanese pirate army.

Now they only need to reach Yuanzhou to complete the most critical part of this mission to lure the enemy!