The strongest nine thousand years old

Xiao Li was over thirty years old, wearing armor covered in dark brown blood, with many scars on the armor.

He had a resolute face and frosty brows. Although he looked tired at this moment, his eyes were bright and he looked at Chen Dong with gratitude and eagerness.

Chen Dong smiled and said, "I just made a few immature suggestions. The key to defending the city still lies in General Xiao."

"Eunuch Chen is too modest. That is a long-lost military strategy. If you obtain it, you will be invincible in the world!" Xiao Li said solemnly.

"Art of War?" Yuwen Liang's eyes lit up.

"Let's not stand here and talk. I have brought the imperial edict. General Xiao, please accept it as soon as possible." Chen Dong said.

"Everyone, please follow me into the city." Facing the imperial edict, Xiao Li's expression became serious.

Everyone entered the city. In order to prevent the withdrawn barbarians from coming back and launching a surprise attack, Xiao Li still ordered the city gates to be closed.

There was no joy of victory in the city, only numb and tired faces wandering the streets like zombies.

Moreover, this magnificent city of nearly half a million people seemed somewhat empty and desolate at this time. But the strange thing was that there was a long queue in front of the coffin shop.

Along the way to the City Lord's Mansion, almost every household hung white cloth, the whole city was in mourning, and the sad sobs echoed over Youzhou City for a long time.

Chen Dong's mood suddenly became heavy.

He looked around and said in a low voice, "General Xiao, how many casualties are there in the city?"

"It is hard to count." Xiao Li said in a deep voice.

Everyone's faces suddenly became more serious.

Yu Wenliang asked: "What about killing the enemy?"

When Xiao Li mentioned this, his expression became much better, with a smile on his face. "At least 10,000 people."

Yu Wenliang sincerely admired and said: "General Xiao is worthy of being appointed by His Majesty."

Chen Dong was stunned for a moment and exclaimed, Wow, killing over ten thousand enemies, is that really that amazing?

"It all depends on Eunuch Chen's three brilliant strategies." Xiao Li said again.

Yu Wenliang's eyes flashed, "Is it the Art of War? Can Eunuch Chen teach me?"

"General Yuwen wants to know? But..." Chen Dong deliberately paused for a moment.

There was a glimmer of struggle in Yu Wenliang's eyes.

"I have prepared a dinner at home. Let's eat and talk at the same time." Xiao Li changed the subject.

Xiao Li didn't know in advance that Chen Dong and others would come, so the dinner was relatively simple, but it was pretty good for everyone who was exhausted from the journey.

Moreover, after witnessing the desolation of Youzhou City, everyone felt depressed and had no appetite. Light side dishes were more suitable.

"This is the treasure bag that Eunuch Chen gave to me before he left." Xiao Li took out three treasure bags and exclaimed, "Eunuch Chen is truly a rare talent, able to plan from a distance and kill the enemy invisibly."

Xiao Li's praise made Chen Dong feel a little embarrassed.

"My elder brother-in-law is good at talking. That brat Xiao Yan is not good at all. He can't get anything out of it even if you beat him with three sticks. He thinks about the top girl in Yihonglou every day and ran away before he even reached Youzhou City. I wonder if that boy is so bored in bed as well." Chen Dong thought to himself.

"General Xiao, you really embarrassed me. Please accept the imperial edict first." Chen Dongliang took out the imperial edict written by Yan Yunzheng.

A hint of joy flashed in Xiao Li's eyes, and he immediately knelt down to receive the order.

"General Xiao Li, the Zhenbei general, works day and night without a day off, and fights off the barbarians to protect the territory and the people. In recognition of his contributions in protecting the mountains and rivers of Dayan, he is specially named the Marquis of Zhenbei!" Chen Dong said in a loud voice.

Duke Bozi male.

Xiao Li is only one step away from becoming the top powerful person.

"I thank Your Majesty for your grace!" Xiao Li knelt down facing south to express his gratitude.

Xiao Li solemnly handed the imperial edict to Xiao Li, and instructed, "When you finish the finishing work, come back to the capital with us to report on your work. His Majesty has other important tasks for you."

"We can set off back to Beijing at noon tomorrow." Xiao Li said impatiently.

"General Xiao, please write a memorial and take it with you. His Majesty will give important positions to those who have made contributions, and Dayan will not let those who have made contributions feel disappointed." Chen Dong said seriously.

"I understand!" Xiao Li said solemnly.

When Yuwen Liang saw Xiao Li being made a marquis, he could not help but show envy. Unfortunately, Xiao Li had already won a great victory over the barbarians, and he lost the opportunity to show his leadership.

Yu Wenming's plan to replace him was stillborn.

"Eunuch Chen, I will come to visit you when I return to Yanjing City. Please give me your guidance!" Yuwen Liang said solemnly.

After all, it was not convenient for Yu Wenliang to express his position in front of so many people.

But his words have already hinted that he can follow Chen Dong and be loyal to His Majesty!

Chen Dong didn't expect that this military strategy would be so tempting to Yuwen Liang.

He coughed lightly and said slowly: "General Xiao, tell everyone."

Everyone else also looked at Xiao Li, their eyes full of curiosity.

Xiao Li took a sip of wine and exhaled lightly, "Eunuch Chen's plan is incomparable. I will briefly explain it."

"First, the barbarians have traveled a long distance and have little food and grass with them. Moreover, they are all cavalry, and can only sustain the long expedition by relying on looting. Eunuch Chen's strategy is to fortify the walls and clear the fields, leaving the barbarians with no food. At the same time, he deliberately left a batch of problematic food behind, which caused the horses to have diarrhea. This will weaken the power of the cavalry."

"Second, spread the news that the barbarians are slaughtering the city. If Youzhou City is captured, all the people in the city will die. If you can defend Youzhou City, the court will reward you. Use both kindness and force. Anyone who is not a fool will know that they should defend the city with all their might."

"Third, dig trenches and set traps outside the city. At the same time, organize a death squad to carry out small-scale harassment on the barbarians. This will prevent them from having time to rest, and their combat effectiveness will naturally be greatly reduced."

After Xiao Li finished speaking, Yuwen Liang suddenly slapped his thigh and said, "Great! We can win the hearts of the people, tire out the soldiers, and reduce their fighting power. The enemy's morale is low, while ours is high. We will surely win the battle!"

"Eunuch Chen, are you the descendant of a military strategist?" Yu Wenliang stared at Chen Dong with burning eyes.

Chen Dong had briefly heard about the Hundred Schools of Thought from Yan Yunzheng before, but he did not understand it in depth.

Judging from Yu Wenliang’s current reaction, this descendant of a military strategist seems to be very powerful?

"I just got an ancient book by chance." Chen Dong said.

Yu Wenliang's face was solemn, and he said seriously: "Although it may be a bit presumptuous, please lend me the ancient book so that I can copy it."

Xiao Li also hurriedly said: "I hope that Eunuch Chen will be generous and donate."

Chen Dong said casually: "When we return to Yanjing, you will all have them."

Yu Wenliang laughed loudly and grabbed a wine jar, "I toast to Eunuch Chen!"

"Gudu Gudu"

Yuwen Liang was so heroic that he drank the whole jar of wine.

Xiao Li said: "General Yuwen is generous and I will not hold him back."

Xiao Li also picked up a jar of wine and drank it.

"These two drunkards, isn't it just a military book? Is it that important?" Chen Dong couldn't understand, but was greatly shocked.

Yan Shijiu poured Chen Dong a glass of wine and asked in a low voice: "When did you learn the art of war?"

Chen Dong's hand was hidden under the table, gently stroking Yan Shijiu's thigh. Yan Shijiu's body trembled, and he quickly pressed down his mischievous big hand.

Chen Dong pinched it lightly and whispered, "I'll tell you later."

Yan Shijiu glared at him angrily. His hands seemed to have magic power, which made Yan Shijiu unable to help but sink into it.