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Regarding food, Su Li had mentioned a maximum amount that could be used before the trip, and Zhao Zexuan had a clear idea of ​​what that amount could be used to break the deadlock for the time being.

Because of Su Li's prior instructions, Zhao Zexuan calmly replied when questioned by his subordinates, "There's no need to worry about food shortages for now. Just go ahead and do it."

With these words, the generals present felt much more at ease and solemnly assured each other, "General, rest assured, we will do our utmost to prevent their evil scheme from succeeding."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Zexuan nodded solemnly and said, "Remember to be quick, we can't let the refugees besiege the city."

Upon hearing this, Wang Zong and Mo Bei immediately replied respectfully, "We understand."

Below the city gate, ten miles away from the city, the generals leading the various northern forces were stationed in their respective camps and were currently holding a meeting in their main tents.

A group of five forces, each acting independently, will be forced to unite against their will and will not join forces with you.

Because of their usual antagonism, the atmosphere was not particularly harmonious. Each side was unwilling to accept the other's ideas, and a dispute broke out in the tent.

The point of contention lies with the refugees; some agree with the idea of ​​besieging the city, while others strongly oppose it.

"I think this is very wrong. Using the people like this will have irreversible consequences," a general in the tent strongly objected, his tone full of disapproval.

These words immediately drew ridicule from the other three parties: "Lu Zheng, if you're so kind-hearted, do you have any better ideas?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Zheng's face turned ashen, and he immediately said, "If the people knew the truth today, have you considered the consequences and how you would face them in the future?"

Lu Zheng spoke solemnly, but no one paid attention to that. For example, right now, someone immediately mocked, "If we don't use refugees, who will we use? Do you want to use our own people? You have a big face."

Upon hearing this, Lu Zheng frowned and said, "This is a battle, and it is normal to suffer casualties. Moreover, we may not necessarily be at a disadvantage. However, if we let the refugees besiege the city, the casualties will be huge."

As soon as these words were spoken, someone sneered: "I didn't expect you, Lu Zheng, to be such a kind-hearted person, to care so much about the lives of the refugees. In my opinion, it would be better if the refugees suffered more casualties, so as to reduce the loss of food. We don't have much food to begin with."

Lu Zheng had never thought of saving food in this way, and his face turned ashen. He hadn't expected that others would think this way.

Somewhat incredulous, Lu Zheng looked up at the others and asked, "Is that what you all think?"

The others who were questioned by Lu Zheng avoided his gaze and dared not answer, but their attitude had already given Lu Zheng the answer.

Seeing that three of the five factions agreed with that idea, while the remaining faction had no opinion, Lu Zheng was extremely disappointed and, not wanting to stay in the tent, turned and left.

As he turned to leave, Lu Zheng could still hear the mocking voices behind him, which made him even more disappointed and worried.

Back in his tent, Lu Zheng summoned his men, whispered a few words in their ear, and then ordered them to do as he was told.

The subordinate, somewhat uncertain after receiving the order, asked again, "Are we really going to do this? Won't it backfire?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Zheng said solemnly, "We can't worry about that now. The most important thing is to stop their plans."