"Brother Zhizu. Come on, come and sit." Pei Xiaoer enthusiastically welcomed Liu Zhizu into the house, made him a cup of tea with his own hands, and placed it in front of him.

Liu Zhizu was a little flattered and took the tea and put it in front of him without enjoying it.

"Brother Zhizu, you know the situation in Wenxi County now. Since it was conquered by the Zuodihu, not even a tenth of the people in the city have survived. It can be said that the essence of the entire Wenxi County has been destroyed by the Zuodihu.

Therefore, in a short period of time, our foundation is still in Xia County. It can be said that if we lose Xia County, then our Pei family army will not be far away from defeat. Therefore, Xia County must not allow any losses.

You also know that boy Pei Xiaosan. He is still young. I really don’t feel at ease if he is left alone to guard Xia County. So I took this opportunity to transfer him back. In this way, when I am still here

When we reach Wenxi County, we must find another general to guard Xia County. And this person is yours."

"General, Miuzan, I don't have the experience of leading an army alone. You asked me to lead an army rashly. I'm afraid..." Liu Zhizu declined with some fear. He also didn't expect that Pei Xiaoer would think so highly of him and would be able to lead such an army.

An important place was entrusted to him to guard.

Pei Xiaoer stopped Liu Zhizu, who was about to refuse, and said earnestly: "Brother Zhizu, our Pei family army has developed to this point. It is obviously not possible to divide the troops. But people like Changle, Pei Zhuer and others are still suitable to be a strong general. They can do it alone."

When it comes to guarding one side, he still lacks the firepower. Li Chang lacks qualifications. Zhang Zhiyuan, this person has too many thoughts and I don't feel at ease.

So after thinking about it, I think you are the most suitable person. So during the time I stay in Wenxi County, Xia County will entrust you. You don’t have to refuse, everyone will have a first time, in case Xia County is really

If you can't hold it, I'll give you a guarantee and allow you to evacuate Xia County. At worst, we will bring troops to fight back later."

Liu Zhizu was a little embarrassed, but looking at the expectant look on his face, he gritted his teeth and said, "Okay, thank you General for your trust. I will do my best to defend Xia County."

Liu Zhizu's tone was calm, but it was this calm attitude that gave people an inexplicable sense of peace of mind, making them feel that they could trust him and leave important matters to him.

Pei Xiaoer nodded and continued: "In this expansion of the army, we have incorporated more than 10,000 people who are sitting on the ground. To be honest, my original intention was not to directly incorporate all these people, but maybe you

I also heard that this time when I was leading the team to arrest Zhang Daojun, I met Gao Yingxiang, the king of Chuang, who had fled from Shaanxi."

Liu Zhizu nodded and said he had heard of it.

"Shaanxi has always been the birthplace of the rebel army. This time the rebel army was defeated by the official army in Shaanxi and fled in all directions, and most of them fled to Shanxi. I have a hunch that the court will not allow the rebel army to attack Shanxi

Loot the city and destroy the city. After all, the capital here is too tight. Once the rebel army is established in Shanxi, it will definitely threaten the capital. Therefore, the imperial court will definitely mobilize a large army to encircle and suppress Shanxi, and then a big war will definitely break out.

It is precisely because of the pressure of this war that I have no choice but to integrate all the surrendered soldiers into our army. But the purpose of incorporating them is not to let our people learn bad things from them, but to let them learn bad things.

Force them to learn from us. If someone disobeys military orders, you don't need to report to me. They will be killed without mercy.

I don’t believe that we can’t stop this bad habit of burning, killing and looting at will.” At this point, Pei Xiaoer’s body was filled with murderous intent.

"I understand. Those old pawns who are sitting on the ground can't rebel without me."

"Yeah." Pei Xiaoer was very relieved about this.

Among the Pei family's troops, Liu Zhizu's team has always had the best military discipline. This is one of the reasons why he trusts Liu Zhizu and is willing to reuse Liu Zhizu.

"There's another thing I want to ask your opinion on." Having said this, Pei Xiaoer stood up, walked to the door, looked outside, and saw no one outside the courtyard, so he closed the door and returned to his seat.

Go ahead and continue.

"Where do you think our army should attack next?"

"Anyi." Liu Zhizu said decisively.

Such a decisive tone startled Pei Xiaoer, who thought his plan had been leaked, "Why? Tell me the reason?"

"Since ancient times, Anyi has been an important place for money and food in Shanxi, with a large population. What's more, Anyi also has salt products, and it is also an important transportation route. If our army can occupy Anyi, our army will not only be able to obtain it, but also be inexhaustible."

With inexhaustible money and food, you can go west to Guanzhong or south to Henan. The entire development space will suddenly open up."

What Liu Zhizu said coincided with what Pei Xiaoer was thinking. Pei Xiaoer excitedly slapped the table and said, "What Brother Zhizu said is absolutely true. The next development goal of our army is to seize Anyi, and then

Go north and occupy the entire Pingyang Prefecture. The next step is to wait and see the situation in the world. The four fortresses of the Guanzhong Plain. Although it is not as prosperous as it was in the Han and Tang Dynasties, Sheng has been in trouble here for a long time, and the government and army are weak. If there is a suitable situation in the future

When the time comes, our army will move its division westward to occupy the entire Guanzhong area as the rear area.

So when you go to Xia County, you not only need to train your troops day and night to build an elite and strong army, but you also need to send spies to explore Anyi's every move. If there is a suitable opportunity, you can send troops to raid Anyi and seize this place in one fell swoop.

.”

Pei Xiaoer said, raised his right hand and slowly clenched his fist.

"Yes. I understand what to do. But..." When Liu Zhizu said this, he suddenly stopped, glanced at Pei Xiaoer, and then said: "I'm afraid I can't handle it all by myself in Xia County. Please ask the general to send someone

I will send someone to serve as the county magistrate and handle political affairs. I can also concentrate on military affairs, train my soldiers, and be ready to raid Anyi at any time."

Pei Xiaoer looked at Liu Zhizu and suddenly laughed. It was so easy to talk to smart people.

Liu Zhizu knew that he had long been taboo about soldiers intervening in politics, so before leaving, he proposed to arrange for a Zhengzhi County to manage the political affairs of Xia County, thereby avoiding his own suspicion.

In fact, even if Liu Zhizu hadn't said anything, Pei Xiaoer would have arranged for someone to serve as the county magistrate after a while. However, now that Liu Zhizu had taken the lead in bringing it up, it seemed that everyone was working together.

Pei Xiaoer searched for the civil servants in his pocket. However, he was short of money and couldn't find a few people. First of all, Liu Xianchun definitely couldn't do it. Pei Xiaoer still counted on him to be the logistics officer of the Pei family army.

At the same time, he is in charge of the miscellaneous affairs of Wenxi County. Xu Ze is no good, this person is the tax collector in Pei Xiaoer's mind.

"Let Guo Bichang go, that guy has enough qualifications. And if he is sent to be the county magistrate, no one will say anything gossip."

"Okay. Then let Guo Bichang go. I think this person is cautious in doing things and is a good candidate for an official position." Liu Zhizu naturally didn't say a word, and he did whatever Pei Xiaoer said.
Chapter completed!