Zhenjiang, the prefect's office.

Zheng Jing and general Gan Hui are discussing their next plans.

As the gateway to Nanjing, Zhenjiang must not be lost.

But that's not enough. To truly consolidate Nanjing, you have to push the defense line out. It is best to take down Fengyang and Yangzhou and have a real buffer barrier.

Otherwise, the Ming army would not have any tolerance for any mistakes and would face the fierce attack of the Qing army at any time.

Another point is that Zheng Jing was very worried that his father would not be able to stand the stimulation and was eager to seek revenge on Shi Lang.

Now Shi Lang is entrenched in Zhejiang, and Lang Tsai and Guan Xiaozhong also run to Hangzhou.

Although Hangzhou is not too far from Nanjing, if troops are mobilized to attack, wouldn’t Nanjing’s defense be empty?

At that time, if the Qing army in Fengyang, Yangzhou and other places seized the opportunity to attack fiercely, Zheng Jing was worried that it might not be able to defend it.

"Uncle Gan, before I left, my father vaguely expressed his intention to attack Zhejiang. I was worried that this would allow the thieves to seize the opportunity."

Gan Hui also sighed: "Don't you know what the prince said? It's just that what I say is not appropriate."

Zheng Jing's expression darkened and he nodded silently.

Yes, Zhoushan has just fallen shortly after it was lost, and the father has just punished himself for military sticks to calm down a storm that is about to begin.

At this critical moment, it is indeed not appropriate for Gan Hui, the defeated general, to give advice to his father.

Although Zheng Chenggong knew very well that this was not Gan Hui's fault.

In comparison, Zheng Jing said this relatively appropriately.

But he still couldn't muster up the courage.

Zheng Chenggong has always given him the impression that he has been flawless.

Zheng Jing respects his father more than loves him.

The two are more like a relationship between superiors and subordinates than father and son.

Zheng Jing knew that his father actually loved him, but he was embarrassed to express some things and couldn't say them very much.

The longer this happens, the thicker the layer of things between the father and son, and the stronger the sense of unreality and blur.

"I blame this for this. I'll find an opportunity to write to my father."

Zheng Jing paused and said, "Uncle Gan, do you think the enemy thieves will take the initiative to attack Zhenjiang or Nanjing?"

Gan Hui shook his head and said without hesitation: "No. At least this thief Shi Lang definitely won't. Gan and Shi Lang have worked with him for a long time and know the thief's temper very well. His Royal Highness was still young at that time, and I'm afraid he didn't remember it very clearly. This thief was the most cunning and would not easily put himself in danger. This was the case when he was with His Royal Highness, and he would definitely become even more aggressive after he surrendered to the enemy. And Huang Wu was also very tricky. They knew our army very well and would definitely use secret tricks."

"Well, we should pay more attention to prevent the two thieves from cheating."

Recovering lost ground is important, but solid defense is the prerequisite.

Otherwise, if you pick the sesame seeds and throw the watermelon, it will be no longer beautiful.

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...

In the military camp, Qianfeng Town was instructed to call Yu Xin to call deputy to introduce Ma Xin to discuss major events together.

But what they discussed was not how to defend, but how to surrender to the Qing army.

When they attacked Zhenjiang, the two of them thought of surrendering, but they saw that the Ming army was in a state of unstoppable state, so they had to give up.

But Yu Xin always felt that the Ming army's power could not last long, especially Zheng Chenggong, who was stubborn and extremely strict in governing the army.

There are many people in the army who are not convinced by him, and they are just angry but dare not speak out.

If the morale of the army continues for a long time, it will definitely be disintegrating.

It is too late to escape in a hurry by then. You should make plans early.

"General Yu, in my opinion, we might as well take advantage of the night to leave the city and lead our troops to the Qing army."

Ma Xin also had the same idea, and there was no future to follow Zheng Chenggong.

Although Zheng Chenggong is now taking over Nanjing to control Anqing, he is doing well. But in fact, the entire Jiangnan area is just a drop in the bucket.

If a war of attrition really occurs, it will waste Zheng Chenggong to death.

"No."

Yu Xin shook his head and said, "It seems good to go to the market now, but the Qing army saw that there was nothing in our hands and would not reuse us. It is best to wait until the Qing army attacked the city and surrender. This way, if we have a letter of surrender, it is better to say a few words."

"I would like to recommend my great advice!"

Ma Xin gave a flatterer and said, "In this way, we will make great contributions and our status in the Qing army will be very high."

"That's right!"

"But how should we talk to the Qing army?"

"This is simple. General Shi Langshi and I have an old age. I will write a letter and order people to send it to the Qing army. I believe General Shi will be very pleased when he sees the letter."

Good birds choose trees to live in.

Yu Xin doesn't think there is any problem with his betrayal of Zheng Chenggong.

Although Zheng Chenggong is making fun now, his arms are still unable to resist his thighs.

It is important to think of a way out for yourself earlier.

Now Yu Xin can understand Shi Lang's approach more and more.

Following Zheng Chenggong, he will be called a pirate for the rest of his life.

But it would be different if you surrender to the Qing army.

Being a Duke and a Marquis will bring glory and wealth throughout your life.

If a man does not care for himself, he will be punished by heaven and earth.

Zheng Chenggong, Zheng Chenggong, if you want to blame, you blame you for being too strict and forced your brothers to the Qing army with your own hands.

And Yu Xin can't forget the dead family in Zhoushan.

These people did not have to die, but because of Zheng Chenggong's stubbornness, they died tragically in Zhoushan.

In this way, Zheng Chenggong can be regarded as Yu Xin's enemy.

It is true that Zheng Chenggong had the kindness of knowing him, but the grudges and hatreds were repelled, and they were both cleared.

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Nanjing, garrison palace.

Zhang Huangyan came to Zheng Chenggong with a haggard face, hesitated for a long time and said, "I want to tell you something about Damu, but first of all, you have to make sure you are not excited."

Zheng Chenggong's mood has been adjusted well over the years. Seeing Zhang Huangyan so serious, his heart couldn't help but feel sank.

"Brother Cangshui, what's going on?"

"I can't say, you have to guarantee it first."

Zheng Chenggong could only nodded and said, "Okay, I promise I won't be excited no matter what I hear. Is this OK?"

Zhang Huangyan sighed, "Just just received the news, Shi Lang hung the heads of the family members of the army killed in Zhoushan at the head of Hangzhou to show the public."

Boom!

Zheng Chenggong's mind was buzzing when he heard this, and he was stunned.

"How dare he do this?"

After holding it in for a long time, Zheng Chenggong asked angrily.

"Daki...you promise not to get angry."

Zhang Huangyan felt that he had done something wrong, so he hurriedly stepped forward and held Zheng Chenggong down.

"You are just in good health, and the doctor said you can't be angry."

"If you don't kill this thief, I, Zheng Chenggong, swear not to be a human being!"

"Damu, this is Shi Lang's trick. The purpose of his doing this is to anger you. If you do something stupid when you get angry, you will succeed."

Zhang Huangyan was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan.

It’s all his fault. Why did you tell Zheng Chenggong about this?

With Zheng Chenggong's bad temper, he might have to send troops to fight Shi Lang immediately.

It's really a mistake.

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