It is indeed impossible to take everything for granted.

Meng Jiucheng thought it was very simple, but Zhu Ming and Fang Chennan were obviously more familiar with the situation of that era and looked at it more deeply and more detailedly.

Meng Jiucheng could not be stubborn in this regard. Moreover, even if he continued to maintain the system of feudal society, as long as the people could live and work in peace and contentment, it would be a peaceful and prosperous era that was famous in history.

Therefore, Meng Jiucheng had to be patient and discussed with Zhu Ming and Fang Chennan again, and decided on the steps to implement them step by step before returning to Jiaozhou.

A few days after the couple returned to Jiaozhou, they had just relieved their fatigue from the long-distance trip, and someone came to see each other again.

Meng Jiucheng had expected Li Quan to send people to come.

Although Muling Pass was guarded, Li Quan's tens of thousands of people were gathered in a small area. If he could not make progress, how long could he last with the money and food he had accumulated?

Although Pusan ​​Anzhen led the Flower Hat Army and Huang Hexiu Army to Jinan to prepare to wipe out Liu Erzu, the army in Linqu and Weizhou not only had commands of generals like Huang Zhua Luda, but also supported Tian Zhuo, the general manager of Yidu Road, to recruit soldiers, and his strength still made Li Quan dare not underestimate him.

After receiving the messenger and receiving the gift, Meng Jiucheng did not respond immediately, but wanted to discuss with the generals.

It is already winter. Although the army is constantly expanding, training is also implementing the call for "Winter Practice Three Nine" proposed by Meng Jiucheng, and has not relaxed.

But it was obviously not what Meng Jiucheng wanted to launch an offensive at this time. At least two or three months had to wait for the number of troops and equipment to reach a new level. When Pusan ​​Anzhen began to attack Liu Erzu, it would be more appropriate to act.

At that time, Pusan ​​Anzhen could not send troops to reinforce, and Meng Jiucheng did not make a promise to Liu Erzu, so he responded to each other's support.

During dinner in the evening, Yang Miaozhen first raised an objection and did not agree to joining forces with Li Quan at this time.

"Li Quan is known as Li Tieqin, but he is a timid and cowardly person. At the time, he didn't dare to fight at Muling Pass, which made our army fight alone. Now he is begging our army to fight, so how can there be such a good thing?" Yang Miaozhen still remembers what happened at that time, and is still a little angry now.

Meng Jiucheng smiled and said, "My wife is right. But after all, they are all anti-Jin rebels. If they don't help him, the army will collapse, which will not be beneficial to us."

Yang Miaozhen thought for a while and said, "Even if we send troops to help, we should focus on them this time. Let's restrain ourselves and don't let them take advantage of it."

"Yes, yes." Meng Jiucheng nodded repeatedly, paused for a moment, and said, "If you help me, you may not have to send troops to fight. I want to sell them some food to support them for another two or three months. At that time, it seems more beneficial to send troops to fight."

"They should have some money." Yang Miaozhen pondered for a moment and said, "But there still needs to be a reason to convince people!"

"The reason is simple." Meng Jiucheng said: "Pusan ​​Anzhen attacked Li Quanshi. In addition to our troops to help, Liu Erzu's troops are also taking action, and they are also restraining support!"

"It makes sense to say that." Yang Miaozhen nodded and said, "Since Liu Erzu helped Li Quan, if Li Quan was ungrateful, he would not interact with him in the future, let alone cooperate with him."

"Yes, Li Quan must have thought of this." Meng Jiucheng thought for a while and said, "My uncle's subordinate Li Siwen joined Liu Erzu. When he got married, he also sent a letter and gave a gift. This person may be useful in the future."

Yang Miaozhen was a little puzzled and looked at Meng Jiucheng with inquiring eyes.

Meng Jiucheng laughed dryly and said, "Even if we join forces with Li Quan, Liu Erzu is probably not the opponent of Pusan ​​Anzhen. If it fails, will Li Siwen bring the remaining soldiers to join us?"

Yang Miaozhen then understood, and couldn't help but roll her eyes and teased: "It sounds nice to say, but secretly waits for the defeat of others to gather their soldiers."

Meng Jiucheng spread his hands innocently and said, "I have tried my best. Weapons and ammunition have been supported. Is it done to send troops to restrain them? If I say I will send people to his territory to help with the war, Liu Erzu would not agree!"

"That's true!" Yang Miaozhen thought about it carefully and felt that Meng Jiucheng's words were reasonable. Although the approach was not very open and honest, it was also considered a preventive measure.

"Although there are many rebels, they still cannot unite in sincerity. This is the biggest disadvantage." Meng Jiucheng sighed and said, "Our joint army has no problem. Orders are prohibited, just like using arms to force their fingers."

Yang Miaozhen curled her lips, but she also agreed with Meng Jiucheng's statement in her heart.

"It is difficult for Liu Erzu to escape the flaw of the army's troops to be scattered." Meng Jiucheng touched his chin and said in thought: "Peng Yibin, Hao Ding, Shi Qing, Xia Quan and others all surrendered to Liu Erzu. But if they really fight, they may not fight to the death. They will always have the idea of ​​preserving their strength."

"So, you think that Liu Erzu will most likely lose." Yang Miaozhen felt that this judgment was not outrageous.

"It's always good to make more preparations." Meng Jiucheng said: "If Liu Erzu was defeated, we will increase troops to the west and beware of the Jin army."

"Then I will write a letter to Li Siwen?" Yang Miaozhen asked tentatively.

Meng Jiucheng thought about it and shook his head, "Since Li Siwen is already a subordinate of Liu Erzu, it is very inappropriate to contact the old master."

"What should I do?"

Meng Jiucheng smiled and said, "Li Siwen is a literati, so his thinking must be more meticulous. I sent a letter to Liu Erzu, reminding him that Pusan ​​Anzhen might attack. Then he expressed his generosity, saying that if the war is not going well, he can retreat eastward and our army can respond."

"Ah——" Yang Miaozhen suddenly realized something and said, "Liu Erzu probably wants to discuss with everyone with your letter. Not only Li Siwen, but other generals knew that we could rest here, and they would probably have the intention to come and defect after the defeat."

"My wife is smart." Meng Jiucheng laughed and gave a thumbs up.

"How can you be more jealous than you?" Yang Miaozhen teased, but she was happy.

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When Pusan ​​Anzhen launched a large-scale attack, Li Quan's troops gave up Linqu and retreated to Muling Pass. It was organized, not defeated. Therefore, Li Quan still transferred and hoarded a lot of food and supplies at Muling Pass.

But it is not a solution to lose weight. The short-legged rebel army in terms of business is to attack cities, plunder and loot.

The more the city is, the more materials it gets. The rebels including Liu Erzu, Li Quan and others do not necessarily like to siege cities and plunder land. If they really want to raise their troops to fight, they must expand their territory.

Li Quan sent a messenger this time, hoping that the two armies could fight together, and that there would be no rice and grain now. His idea was to make arrangements in advance and not to find a way when it was time to lose the blame.
Chapter completed!