General, you should rest now; the lady is even more ruthless.

Chapter 269 General Wu

It is said that speed is of the essence in war. I didn't really appreciate the importance of cars and airplanes before, but now that I'm experiencing it firsthand, I understand the meaning of those words.

Jiang Qiqi's minor ailment was not enough to slow down the team's pace. In the past few days, they had been traveling except for meals and short naps, covering nearly two hundred miles a day.

Not only that.

They traveled during the day and held meetings at night to discuss tactics and adjust strategies based on the enemy's real-time movements.

The newly arrived General Wu is in his thirties. It is said that he once guarded the southern border for several years, and now he is full of enthusiasm for facing the formidable enemy, the Northern Ming.

They devised one strategy after another, determined to make a name for themselves in the very first battle between the two sides.

"Madam, are you alright?"

Nineteen is truly a qualified housekeeper, as evidenced by the fact that he always brings his own pot when he goes to war, preparing special meals for Jiang Qiqi.

But she still visibly lost weight.

In just five days, my sharp jawline has become more defined.

Jiang Qiqi sighed, recalling the dark circles under her eyes that were so heavy they looked like they were mutated when she did her makeup that morning, and silently downed a large bowl of "Ten-Ingredient Tonic Soup".

No matter how much it was tough, we made it through.

On the fifth night, when the stars and moon had risen high in the sky, the commander finally gave the order to rest. Instead of sleeping in their clothes, they were to set up camp and rest.

We're only 30 kilometers from Arakawa Castle now. To prevent the enemy from launching a surprise attack while we're exhausted from our long journey, we must get a good rest tonight.

Even after the tent was set up, the commotion outside hadn't subsided.

Jiang Qiqi ordered everyone not to enter her tent without her summons.

On the one hand, I need to rest and adjust my state, and on the other hand, it's for the purpose of writing letters.

The three letters were addressed to Xiang'er, Sixteen and Qi Yu, and Cheng Zixian, who was far away in the capital.

"Nineteen, find a few trusted people to send the letter out quickly."

"Yes."

After arranging everything, Jiang Qiqi belatedly realized that she seemed to have forgotten something.

Perhaps she should also write a letter home to Shen Luo to let him know she's safe?

"—General Sixteen, General Wu requests your presence!"

"coming."

Jiang Qiqi got up and put on her coat, thinking: Maybe next time.

......

"Gentlemen, we will arrive at Arakawa Castle tomorrow, where we may have to engage in close combat with the Northern Ming."

General Wu's eyes gleamed, and he seemed eager to try.

"All of you generals have fought against the Northern Ming many times and know them very well. In your opinion, how should we start the war tomorrow?"

"General Wu, I believe it is not advisable to start a war tomorrow," said a general who looked quite old.

He was also one of Shen Luo's deputy generals.

"Our army has been marching for days and is exhausted, while the enemy has been resting for many days. Therefore, I believe that we should focus on defense tomorrow."

"Oh," General Wu replied indifferently, turning to look at the others.

The person being observed understood: "The General has already considered what General Yang said, which is why we are setting up camp and resting today."

"But it only took one night—"

"General Yang, don't boost the enemy's morale and diminish our army's prestige."

These words were extremely serious; anyone who undermined morale could be executed on the spot, so General Yang could only remain silent.

General Wu glanced at the generals, his gaze finally settling on Jiang Qiqi's face.

"Sixteenth General, I have heard that you are exceptionally intelligent, on par with the General Who Protects the Nation. May I ask what your insights are?"

Unexpectedly, the other party asked her a question, and Jiang Qiqi pondered for a moment.

"I believe that if war breaks out tomorrow, General Wu can join us in observing from the rear."

She understood that this new official was eager to make a name for himself, but the other party felt the same way.

I don't expect to win tomorrow's first match; I just want to see what winning strategy the opponent has come up with this time.

"I see." General Wu neither agreed nor disagreed.

He yawned, his eyelids drooping, looking sleepy.

"Alright, now that everyone has expressed their opinions, let's call it a day and go get some rest."

......

Later that evening, in Jiang Qiqi's tent, Twelve and Nineteen sat at the lower end.

"Madam, will General Wu listen to you tomorrow?"

"No way," answered the twelfth student.

Jiang Qiqi glanced at him with a smile: "Twelve has made great progress recently."

Nineteen pondered for a moment: "However, I don't quite understand the intention behind Madam's suggestion."

"That's fine if you don't understand," Jiang Qiqi said quietly, taking a sip of water.

Because she was just answering casually.

"That......"

"Nineteen, do you know what General Wu is here for?"

"Defend the city."

"wrong."

Nineteen blinked: "Huh?"

Not defending the city? Or are we going to attack the Northern Ming?

"It's a meritorious deed." In other words, it's weakening Shen Luo.

The reason why the General Zhenguo was so famous throughout the world was because he defeated the Northern Ming Dynasty one after another.

"If General Wu could do that, he would become famous instantly, even if he wasn't on par with Shen Luo."

Jiang Qiqi explained to them calmly and slowly.

Twelve scratched his head; it was a little itchy.

I feel like I'm starting to develop a brain.

Nineteen let out a cold snort from his nose: "Him?"

It's not that I'm being sarcastic, but General Qi Ji of the Northern Ming Dynasty was also a rare talent, possessing both wisdom and courage, and superb martial arts skills.

Although the master always wins, it's not an easy victory; if it were someone else—

They're probably going to be crushed on the ground.

Jiang Qiqi was unaware of all this; all she knew was that General Wu already had a negative opinion of Shen Luo's personal guards.

"Twelve and Nineteen, listen carefully. In the next few days, try not to clash with the people General Wu brought. They are trying to find fault with us, so we must not let them succeed."

"Yes."

Both Twelve and Nineteen found this feeling quite novel.

Although he often obeyed orders at home, this was the first time he had ever followed his wife's orders on the battlefield.

......

"General, do you want to hear what General Yang and General Sixteen said today?"

General Wu threw his clothes on the ground and said, "What the hell are you listening to?"

"Shen Luo's men can't stand to see me doing well, so naturally I won't let them have their way. Issue the order: tomorrow I will personally lead 200 million elite troops to fight against Northern Ming, and we must achieve a decisive victory in the first battle!"

"Yes!"