After hearing the first half of Pang Tong's words, everyone around him felt that the overall situation of the Northern Expedition was probably settled, but what he said solemnly afterwards made all the civil and military officials look suspicious.

"Shiyuan, are there any hidden dangers now?"

When Guan Yu heard that there was still a crisis in Jingzhou, Danfeng, who was already determined to send troops to the Northern Expedition, suddenly had a strange look in his eyes, and he hurriedly asked.

Although he is eager to regain Xiangfan, so that his side will have greater strategic depth in the future, and then he can advance to the north, and when retreating, he can rely on the Mianshui River on the front line of Xiangfan to control the safety of Nanjun.

But as the governor of Jingzhou's military and political affairs, he would not fail to understand that the four counties in Jingnan and the state's governance of Jiangling City are the top priority and must not be missed!

After saying this, the faces of the civil and military people around him as well as the superior Guan Yu tensed up in an instant.

Pang Tong did not tell the entire letter that Zhao Tong had entrusted to him. Instead, he pondered for a moment and responded: "The Sun family in Jiangdong is standing downstream, always keeping a voyeuristic eye on our Jingzhou counties."

"If our army forces the main force to move northward, there is no guarantee that the Wu army will not follow the example of two years ago and come to attack the prefectures and counties."

A word came out loud and clear.

In the entire mansion, almost everyone could barely hear it.

He did not hesitate at all and bluntly stated that the Sun family might betray the alliance again and launch a sneak attack.

As soon as this statement came out.

On the contrary, it made it difficult for everyone on both sides to react.

After a while, Yin Guan, who was not engaged in driving, looked suspicious and said, "Wu Jun is coming to invade?"

"However, given Sun Quan's previous temperament and his ambition to covet the land of Jingzhou, it is extremely possible for him to make a comeback."

When the words came to this point, he seemed to pause for a moment before speaking, and then asked in a puzzled tone: "It's just that Cao Cao is leading the main army in the north to stalemate with him on the Ruxu line."

"Obviously, the Sun family has transferred most of their troops to the front line of Ruxushui to arrange defense."

"Even if our army goes to the north and they want to take advantage of the situation to attack, how can they have enough military strength?"

As soon as these words were uttered, it could be said that they were echoed by everyone.

They also felt that Wu Jun was facing so much pressure on the eastern front this time, so he shouldn't be thinking about taking Jingzhou, right?

Even if there is, it is not enough. Where will the extra military power come from?

Zhu Wenwu all had suspicious looks on their faces.

Even though Guan Yu, who was in charge, heard this, his red cheeks also had a look of disinterest, and he didn't feel that Jiangdong still had the power to attack this time.

Instead, he should seize this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to carry out the Northern Expedition and conquer the important town of Xiangfan in one fell swoop.

He originally wanted to ignore Pang Tong's concerns.

But as soon as his thoughts changed, he immediately looked back and asked: "Shi Yuan, is it really possible for the Wu people to take advantage of the situation and attack?"

"Hmm..." After saying this, Pang Tong nodded solemnly and said: "Although it seems that Cao and Sun are currently in a confrontational situation."

"And there is also Lu Zijing's mediation."

"It seems that the Sun and Liu families are uniting to fight against Cao, but if we really want to use our main force in the Northern Expedition, Sun Quan will feel that we have an opportunity."

"He may not secretly condemn the envoys seeking peace with Cao Cao's thieves, and secretly launch an attack."

Words came one after another.

For a moment, everyone came to their senses and felt that what he said was reasonable.

“Looking at it this way, it’s true that we can’t let him go!”

Having said this, Ma Liang's expression on the side also became serious and he said in a deep voice.

After hearing this, Guan Yu's expression remained calm, as if Danfeng opened his eyes slightly, and then asked: "I wonder if Shi Yuan has any countermeasures?"

He knew that it was rare for the Cao family to gather all their main armies on the eastern front to deal with the Sun family.

If we miss this time, we don’t know how long it will take before we have a good opportunity to make another Northern Expedition.

Even though he felt that Pang Tong's analysis was comprehensive and reasonable, he was unwilling to give up his planned troop dispatch plan.

Looking up, Pang Tong seemed to see the determination on Guan Yu's face.

He took a deep breath, and his face was not as light-hearted as before, but rather calm. After pondering for a long time, he said: "Your Majesty, I would like to propose that an elite garrison be stationed in Jiangling during this Northern Expedition."

"In order to spy on downstream movements at any time and avoid being unable to respond in time to military emergencies."

The words fall.

Guan Yu thought for a long time and felt that Pang Tong's concerns were reasonable.

Jingzhou is a fundamental matter and cannot be careless.

At this moment, he suddenly stroked his beautiful beard with one hand and pondered quietly.

It seemed like a long time had passed before his Danfeng eyes suddenly opened, lights seemed to flash out of them, and he ordered loudly:

"Mi Fang, Fu Shiren, listen to your orders."

"The end is here!"

Immediately, two middle-aged generals in armor were seen standing upright.

"Fu Shiren, you will continue to station your headquarters at the Public Security Bureau and be responsible for the exploration of the beacon towers along the lower reaches of the river, pay attention to the movements of the Wu army, and do a good job in defense between various places in southern Jingnan."

"Mi Fang, as the governor of Nanjun, you should have the power to support Baozhou County."

"After this general leads the Northern Expedition, you will be in charge of Jiangling and be responsible for raising military supplies and stabilizing the rear."

"Can you accept the order?"

Just one word.

Seeing Guan Yu's body suddenly and unconsciously showing the power of being calm and self-confident, the two of them did not hesitate in the slightest, and quickly raised their hands and followed the order loudly:

"The general will obey your orders!"

After arranging the defense at the rear, Guan Yu breathed a sigh of relief.

Immediately, a look of joy appeared on his face, and he ordered all the tribes to gather outside the northern suburbs of the city two days later, waiting for an opportunity to advance north.

But just after the meeting ended, everyone slowly walked out of the mansion.

Pang Tong on one side deliberately slowed down his pace and walked at the end of the crowd.

There was a careless look on his face.

Wait for the rest of the people to leave one after another.

He just sat back down.

At this moment, the only people in the mansion were Guan Yu and his son Guan Ping.

And there were armored guards standing on both sides.

Guan Yu saw this and looked at his expression as he left and came back again. He must have had something to say just now that he couldn't express in public.

"Shi Yuan, is there anything else that can't be said?"

Guan Yu stared at him closely and asked.

"Your Majesty is wise!"

After saying that, his eyes drifted around and gradually landed among the guards.

Guan Yu naturally observed the words and expressions and knew what he meant, so he turned around and solemnly ordered: "Ping'er, my father has some urgent military affairs discussions with Mr. Shi Yuan. You should lead everyone to retreat first."

"My child obeys!"

After all, even though he was already over thirty years old, Guan Ping still respected his father extremely and accepted the promise.

Immediately afterwards, he retreated with his troops without any hesitation, leaving only two people in the entire mansion.

There is no one around.

Just now, Pang Tong slowly took out a letter from his arms, walked slowly to him, and presented it with his own hand.

Seeing how solemn it was, Guan Yu did not dare to show any signs of neglect, and quickly took it carefully and inspected it.
Chapter completed!