We have fought to the Arctic Circle, and you want me to inherit the throne?

In August, the Feng army set out to camp in Kangzhou, Baekje.

The navy was divided into two groups, stationed in Jeju Island of Silla and Busan Port of Baekje respectively, to expand the ports.

Li Che's camp moved to Changwon, which was also a major city of Baekje, only a hundred miles away from Tsushima Island in Japan.

That’s right, it’s Tsushima Island, a strategically important place known as the throat of the Korean Strait.

Since Tsushima Island is an island reef with no extra farmland, it often trades with the Korean Peninsula and communication between the two sides is very frequent.

It is difficult for the Fengtian Army to completely hide its tracks when mobilizing troops on such a large scale, and the Japanese side has already noticed the unusual movements.

But they did not send any envoys. I don’t know whether it was because they thought sending envoys was useless, or because they thought they could fight against the Fengtian Army?

Today, the Emperor of Japan is a puppet, and it is the clans and samurai who hold the power of the country. Tsushima Island is the fiefdom of the clan.

The Tsushima clan could even appoint officials below the level of county governor, and had considerable power.

However, the So clan has always obeyed the Kaibu clan and is a loyal henchman of Kaibu Munemasa. Therefore, at this moment, there are not only the So clan's troops on Tsushima Island, but also a large number of troops.

Kaifu Munemasa's younger brother, Kaifu Yoshihisa, was leading the Japanese fleet stationed here.

In the commander's tent, Li Che looked at the sea chart in front of him in silence, with Li Lin and Huo Duanxiao standing by his side.

The two arrived at the Baekje front last month.

The mobilization of more than 100,000 troops is no small matter. Li Che is leading the army ahead, so he definitely needs someone to look after the rear for him.

Li Lin and Huo Duanxiao gathered all the civilians and auxiliary soldiers, and opened up and confirmed the subsequent supply routes before reporting to Li Che's camp.

Although the Wa Island is small, it is an archipelago. After the battle begins, there will definitely be a division of troops. At that time, these two people will be able to lead another army and help Li Che share some of the pressure.

Li Lin said slowly: "If we want to complete the landing operation, Tsushima Island must be in our hands."

Li Che nodded slightly, confirming Li Lin's words.

The importance of Tsushima Island is unquestionable. Even a military novice can see that this island is located between Japan and North Korea and is simply born for war.

In his previous life, after Kublai Khan completed the Central Plains region, he launched two wars against Japan.

The Yuan army's two battle plans were both intended to reach the Japanese mainland through the Korean Peninsula and Tsushima Island. Unfortunately, both wars to conquer Japan failed due to typhoons.

The Japanese call typhoons kamikaze because they are grateful for them.

Later, during World War II, the Kamikaze Special Attack Force formed by Japan got its name from this.

Putting aside the navigation technology at the time, it is still a bit strange that these two typhoons caused even a warlike ruler like Kublai Khan to fail.

Huai En walked quietly to Li Che's side, leaned forward slightly and reported: "Your Highness, the Korean general Li Chunchen has been kneeling outside the tent for a long time. His sweat has soaked through his clothes, but he is still kneeling straight."

Li Che's eyes were still on the nautical chart, as if he hadn't heard anything. He just picked up the teacup beside him and gently blew away the foam.

Li Lin was very sharp and vaguely heard the words "Korean general". He couldn't help but ask curiously, "Sixth Brother, what is the business of Li Chunchen outside the tent bringing to you?"

Li Che took a sip of tea, a playful smile on his lips: "Why else? Of course...you dream of being in my tent and taking orders."

Li Lin was stunned, even more puzzled: "Entering the general's tent? He's just a general of the Korean army, what qualifications does he have?"

"Besides, if he had something wrong, why didn't he go to Park, but instead came to beg to see Lao Liu?"

Li Che put down his teacup and grinned.

Li Lin still didn't understand the story from his previous life. In fact, Li Chunchen was not bad. He could be considered a famous general in Goryeo.

The reason why he couldn't enter the general's camp was not just a matter of his identity. Which Fengguo general in the camp was not more powerful than him? Was he simply not worthy?

A famous general? The so-called famous general is just a ticket to see me.

But believe it or not, if this battle had been won, even this thing that he didn't care about would have been touted by future generations as one of the three most famous generals in the world, alongside Caesar and Napoleon.

Li Che calmed down and explained:

"Park is just a playboy, and Li Chunchen is frustrated in the Park family of Goryeo. He has a lot of water combat skills but no place to display them."

"He was dragged here by Park to act as a front man, but this is his only chance to escape the quagmire of the Park family."

"He's kneeling here, not begging me to see him, but asking for a chance... to be seen by me."

He paused, glanced at Li Lin and others, and continued:

"He is telling me this way:"

"This battle is not fought by the three kingdoms of Goryeo for Fengguo, nor is it the Park family serving Fengguo. Instead, it is Li Chunchen who is fighting for this king with all his might!"

To put it bluntly, it is nothing more than a silent token of allegiance to Li Che.

Do you really think that the famous Goryeo generals loved Goryeo so much?

If there were a chance for them to join Fengguo, I'm afraid more than half of them would cry bitterly on the spot and kneel down to kowtow in gratitude.

Is the Greater China cultural circle messing with you?

In Asia, China is at the top of the food chain!

Being a dog in China is better than being an ordinary person in other small countries.

Upon hearing this, the generals in the tent had different expressions. Huo Duanxiao stroked his beard and said nothing, obviously knowing the key point.

Li Lin suddenly realized: "So that's it. He wants to bypass Park and directly express his loyalty to Lao Liu to win a better future!"

After thinking it through, Li Lin couldn't help but show disdain on his face: "What a dog that can never be tamed!"

Li Lin is straightforward by nature, but he cannot stand the behavior of people using any means to climb up for the sake of their career.

Li Che is different. In his opinion, this is just human nature. With better development opportunities, who doesn't want to switch to a big company?

Then he ordered Huai En, "Huai En, go tell him."

"My king is busy with military affairs and has no time for an audience."

"Tell him to go back and concentrate on preparing for battle. And tell him to do his best. Win or lose, it doesn't matter. You are an expert in naval warfare, and your talents are exactly what we need to defend our country's seas."

Huai En bowed and accepted the order: "I understand."

Then he turned around and walked silently out of the tent.

Outside the account.

Li Chunchen knelt on the cold, hard ground. Sweat had already soaked his shirt, slid down his temples, and dripped into the dust.

But his back was still straight, his eyes fixed on the tightly closed curtain door, his eyes full of unwillingness.

The curtain door opened and Huai En appeared at the door.

Li Chunchen's heart instantly rose to his throat, and strong hope burst out in his eyes.

He leaned forward slightly, almost blurting out the words.

However, with a gentle but distant smile on his face, Wynn spoke first:

"General Li, His Highness is currently discussing important military matters with the other ministers and is currently unable to see you. His Highness asks you to return home and focus on preparing for battle."

Huai En's words were like a bucket of ice water poured over his head. The light in Li Chunchen's eyes dimmed instantly. The huge sense of loss almost overwhelmed him, and his straight back hunched slightly.

As expected...it still doesn't work?

After all, I am just an insignificant Goryeo general. If His Majesty the King needs me, there are many people like me who are willing to serve me.

At this moment, Huai En's voice sounded again, with a hint of profound meaning:

"However, His Highness also specifically asked me to convey two words to the General."

Li Chunchen looked up suddenly, and the flames of fire rekindled in his dull eyes.

Huai En looked at him and said slowly, "His Highness said: 'General, just do your best to fight the Japanese pirates. Regardless of victory or defeat, he will not blame you.'"

Li Chunchen's body shook slightly.

Huai En continued, his tone more serious: "His Highness also said: 'I heard that the general is proficient in naval warfare. The Fengguo Navy is in need of talents like the general.'"

This sentence exploded like thunder in Li Chunchen's mind!

Li Chunchen was so excited that he was shaking all over. He kowtowed repeatedly in the direction of the general's tent, and his forehead hit the ground with a dull sound.

"I...I bow down to thank Your Highness for your grace. Your kindness in recognizing me is something I will never be able to repay even if I die!"

"Please tell His Highness, Eunuch, that this general...this general will definitely not let His Highness down, and will repay His Highness with his life!"

Huai En still had that gentle smile on his face, and nodded slightly: "General, I will definitely convey your words. General, please get up and go back to prepare well."

After saying that, he bowed to Li Chunchen as a return gesture, then turned around, lifted the curtain and returned to the general's tent.

The curtains fell, isolating the inside and the outside.

Li Chunchen was still kneeling there, so excited that he couldn't calm down for a long time.

He kowtowed deeply once more in the direction of the commander's tent before struggling to stand up.

He straightened his clothes and armor, straightened his back, and strode towards the Goryeo navy camp.

In the handsome tent.

Huai En returned to Li Che's side and whispered, "Your Highness, the message has been delivered. Li Chunchen is deeply grateful and kowtows profusely. He will repay Your Highness with his whole life."

Li Che just said "hmm" lightly, his eyes still wandering on the sea chart.

Li Lin couldn't help but be curious and asked again: "Sixth Brother, what is the meaning of the words you asked Huai En to pass on? Do you really value him?"

Li Che raised his head with a smile on his face:

"I'm simply telling him to go all out and fight without any worries. I don't care about the Park family or the three kingdoms of Goryeo."

"Even the outcome of this battle is not that important in my overall plan. What he needs to do is think one step further and think more about how to serve the interests of me and Fengguo."

"How to use this vanguard battle to test the strengths and weaknesses of the Japanese navy is what this king truly needs."

"As for the naval forces of the three kingdoms of Goryeo..." Li Che sneered and said calmly, "If they are destroyed, then they are destroyed."

"I'm telling him: Your future depends on how much useful things you can provide me. If you know what's best for you, work hard, demonstrate your value, and let me see your usefulness to the country..."

Li Che's mouth curled up in a meaningful arc, and his fingers tapped lightly on the armrest:

"Then I wouldn't mind...giving him a chance to 'take command'!"