In the military camp, Guo Dajing had just returned to the island and was talking with Liu Xingzuo about his thoughts after the inspection and subsequent plans.
After Liu Xingzuo came to Guanglu Island, he was mainly responsible for recruiting soldiers and training new soldiers.
The two began to work together when they were fighting to aid Korea. Liu Xingzuo should be the one who knows Guo Dajing’s thoughts and requirements best.
"There are a total of 2,400 veterans and new recruits. They have been trained for half a month. If they are taken out to see the blood, they will almost be qualified." After hearing Guo Dajing's plan, Liu Xingzuo introduced the situation on his side.
"There are more than 200 soldiers in the Tuying camp, and more than half of them are sent by Li Weiluan from Lushun, Zhang Pan from Ludao, Yu Liangtai from Xiaochangshan Island and others." Liu Xingzuo smiled and raised his eyebrows, "General Guo's face is still good.
It's quite big. They received the letter and handled it very happily."
The training intensity is very intense, which means more consumption of food and materials. Half a month of training, only two days of rest, which is probably rare in other armies.
As for the earth camp, it was Guo Dajing who set up and trained it himself. In the future, when attacking the city, this will be the main force and the odd force, although no one knows his purpose yet.
"It is necessary to use battle as a substitute for training." Guo Dajing lowered his head and said: "We will not fight big battles. We will conduct raids in groups of three to four hundred or four to five hundred people. I will personally lead them."
Liu Xingzuo shrugged his shoulders and said: "Infiltration and harassment are what you are good at. Besides, you are the commander-in-chief. How to arrange the deployment, you just follow the orders."
After a pause, Liu Xingzuo urged: "Hurry home and see your unmarried daughter-in-law. I haven't seen her for more than half a year. In addition, hurry up and get the marriage done. Ning Jin is under attack. Maybe we have to take action again!"
Guo Dajing pondered for a moment and said: "Brother Liu, if our army attacks Liaoyang to relieve Ningjin, how should we act? There are prisoner strongholds or inns along the way, as well as the terrain. Please make a plan or explanation."
Liu Xingzuo blinked and asked, "Do you think Marshal Mao will attack Liaoyang to relieve Ning Jin?"
Guo Dajing nodded and said: "It's just a guess, just be prepared!"
Liu Xingzuo thought for a while and said: "Okay, I will make it in these two days. Anyway, it may be used in the future."
"It will definitely be useful." Guo Dajing said firmly: "Even if our headquarters makes other plans, we will also go deep into the Jianlu occupied areas to carry out seismic movements in the future. Liaoyang is a good target."
Liu Xingzuo took this very seriously and urged Guo Dajing to go home quickly. He also teased Guo Dajing to hold a banquet to get married as soon as possible. He was in a hurry to drink the wedding wine!
Of the four southern Liaoning guards, Jin, Fu, Gai, Hai, and Jianlu have abandoned three of them, and only occupy the Haizhou guard. After passing the Haizhou guard, there is Liaoyang.
Moreover, the navy can go upstream from the Sancha River and enter the Taizi River, reaching Haizhou and Liaoyang. Of course, it is probably not Mao Wenlong's choice to use the navy to navigate complicated river courses.
Liu Xingzuo was still very concerned about the training of the army and recruited his brother Liu Xingzhi to be jointly responsible.
In this regard, Guo Dajing has nothing to worry about. History is history, and now is now. Besides, he has already handled other matters almost and will take over soon.
Guo Dajing did not bring any personal soldiers, so he mounted his horse and left the military camp, and headed straight for the village.
After the house was built, he only took a look and then continued to live in the military camp and deal with complicated affairs. Tonight, he was going to sleep at home! Guo Dajing saw the village from a distance and couldn't help but smile.
Home, although it is just one word, contains many meanings. A place to rest, a safe place, a peaceful haven to relax body and mind...
No matter when I go back, I will be greeted by smiling faces, gentle words of greetings, waiting lights, and hot meals...
Guo Dajing came to the courtyard door, got off his horse, hesitated for a moment, then stepped forward and knocked on the courtyard door.
The person who came to open the door was Mrs. Sun. She was stunned when she saw Guo Dajing. She hadn't seen him for more than half a year, so she blinked for a long time before she recognized him.
"Brother Dajing -" A bright smile broke out on Sister-in-law Sun's face, and her voice was so loud that it could almost be heard in the room, "General Guo, please come in quickly. I haven't seen you for more than half a year. You have changed a lot. You are stronger and more mature."
, more powerful."
Guo Dajing smiled and said: "Sister-in-law Sun, have you recovered from your illness?"
"Okay, okay." Sister-in-law Sun didn't expect that Guo Dajing was still thinking about this, so she kept saying it and reached out to hold Guo Dajing's horse.
"I'll just come." Guo Dajing took the reins and walked to the stable, saying, "I'm used to riding this horse. I'm afraid it will collide with strangers."
In front of the courtyard where you enter are the stables and the rooms where the servants live. There are no servants at the moment, so Sister-in-law Sun and Sister-in-law Wang take turns taking care of them.
Guo Dajing tied up his horse, but Sister-in-law Sun ran ahead of him and trotted into the backyard, shouting: "Axiu, General Guo is back..."
Sister Li Xiu was doing needlework in the house. She panicked when she heard the shouting. She put away her wedding dress and hurriedly opened the door and ran out.
The slanting sunlight was shining on the face of Sister Li Xiu who was standing at the door, causing her to squint her eyes. She vaguely saw a familiar figure, and heard gentle greetings in her ears.
"Axiu, are you used to living here?"
Sister Li Xiu nodded repeatedly. She had imagined the meeting many times and thought about the words she wanted to say. But when it came to the matter, she hesitated for a long time and then muttered: "I'm used to it, it's quite good."
Sister-in-law Sun hurriedly gave in, "General Guo, please sit down and talk in the room while I go get the wash water."
Guo Dajing said politely and walked to the door. Sister Li Xiu subconsciously stepped aside, lowered her head slightly, and followed Guo Dajing into the house.
The middle is a hall. The room on the left is Guo Dajing's bedroom and study room, and the room on the right is Sister Li Xiu's. This arrangement may be a bit embarrassing for the two people who are not yet married.
But given the conditions at the time, Guo Dajing didn't want to bother with two houses. Getting married was only a matter of two or three days, so why bother with that?
Besides, in addition to the main room, there are also side rooms on both sides. If that doesn't work, he can stay with Li Xiucheng for a day or two.
Moreover, even if the two of them didn't hold a ceremony, they just said they were married and slept together, no one said anything nonsense.
Guo Dajing entered the hall, paused for a moment, and then walked into his room on the left. Although he had never slept at home, he still left some of his ordinary clothes.
Sister Li Xiu hesitated, followed with small steps, and helped Guo Dajing take off his military uniform and put on his daily clothes.
Sister-in-law Sun came in with water, put it down, and then walked out wisely.
"Brother Guo, wash your face first." Sister Li Xiu held Guo Dajing's military uniform and smelled the sweat on it. She hadn't changed it for more than ten days outside, so she took it out to clean it.
Guo Dajing agreed and came out to wash up. Sister Li Xiu poured another bowl of water and brought it over.
"You don't have to be so polite." Guo Dajing took it with a smile and motioned Sister Li Xiu to sit down. Then he looked at it carefully, and Sister Li Xiu lowered her head slightly and blushed on her face.
Guo Dajing pondered for a moment and said slowly: "There is going to be a war again. I think I will get married in these two days. Otherwise, I don't know how long it will be delayed."
Sister Li Xiu nodded slightly and said in a low voice: "It's all up to you."
After a pause, she added softly: "It's the day after tomorrow, I'm not quite ready yet."
Guo Dajing smiled and said: "Although it's not a big event, we still have to invite some people to have a wedding drink. I have to prepare something tomorrow. The day after tomorrow will be just right."
Sister Li Xiu still lowered her head slightly, pursed her lips slightly, and her heart became much brighter.
Guo Dajing reached out and took Sister Li Xiu's hand. He felt the girl's body stiffen and couldn't help but smile. This innocent girl was about to become his bride without even holding her hand.
Emotions come from sleeping. This is not true, but it is not entirely true. But in ancient times, it was often like this. Where does free love come from? Many times, before getting married, the man and woman have never even met each other.
The hands were rough and cracked. Although this was common among most Liao people at that time, Guo Dajing was still very distressed.
"It's really hard to take care of the family and two children." Guo Dajing covered his rough little hands with his big warm hands and said softly: "I was thinking of hiring a maid for you——"
Sister Li Xiu shook her head vigorously, her little hands were warm, and she also felt the thick calluses on Guo Dajing's hands, and warmth surged in her heart.
The girl raised her head, looked at Guo Dajing bravely, and said softly: "I don't need to hire anyone, I can take care of the house. I'm used to it with one hand, and I can do a lot of work."
Her face has a weather-skinned complexion. It is not fair and fair, but it exudes health.
Eighteen years old, right? It is the best age for a woman. Even if she is not dressed up, she is full of sunshine and youthfulness, and has great temptation and attraction.
Guo Dajing gently patted the girl's little hand, stood up slowly, reached out and stroked Sister Li Xiu's hair, and then moved it to the girl's face.
With the gentle big hands and gentle caress, Sister Li Xiu just stiffened for a moment and then lost her resistance.
She closed her eyes slightly and pressed her face into Guo Dajing's arms. The smell of manliness was in her nose, giving people a sense of reliability and security.
It wasn't until this moment that Sister Li Xiu's uneasiness disappeared.
She is no longer afraid, no longer shy, that is her man, who rises up to kill for her, giving her, who is half disabled, hope and reliance in life.
Guo Dajing gently stroked the girl's hair and face, and pinched her earlobes. Without using too many words, he could feel Sister Li Xiu's body changing from stiffness to relaxation. Her right hand was wrapped around his waist, and there was some moistness in her arms.
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Unknowingly, Sister Li Xiu shed tears.
The release of long-term melancholy and anxiety, the joy of reunion after a long separation...all kinds of complex emotions are intertwined together.
With a bang, the door was pushed open with great force, and Xiaoni rushed in, shouting "Brother Jing, Brother Jing."
The two were frightened and separated as if they were electrocuted. Sister Li Xiu turned her face sideways and raised her hand to wipe away the tears on her face.
Guo Dajing turned around with a smile and opened his hands. Xiaoni ran a few steps and ran into Guo Dajing's arms.
Amidst the laughter, Guo Dajing picked up the little girl and spun her around twice before looking at Xiaoni, who had obviously gained height and weight.
Xiaoni laughed happily, and her two little hands couldn't hold Guo Dajing's big, bearded face.
Guo Dajing pinched Xiaoni's cheek and said with a smile: "Well, I have gained weight and am taller."
"It's pretty, isn't it?" Xiaoni grinned, her big eyes dark and bright, waiting full of expectation for Brother Jing's praise.
"Really?" Guo Dajing deliberately showed doubts, "Then I have to take a good look."
Sister Li Xiu wiped away her tears, turned around and said with a smile: "Xiao Ni is naturally the prettiest and most beautiful. Everyone likes her!"
Xiaoni stared at Guo Dajing closely, her expectant expression undisguised. If Brother Jing said she was not good-looking, the little girl would definitely cry.
Guo Dajing pretended to look at it for a long time, then nodded vigorously and said: "It's really beautiful. Xiaoni is getting more and more beautiful as she grows, and she has turned into a little beauty!"
Xiaoni smiled brightly and giggled. Nothing could make her happier than Brother Jing's praise.
"You and Sister-in-law Sun greet the folks separately and gather together for a meal tonight." Guo Dajing turned to Sister Li Xiu and smiled: "You can just assign them to what we need to prepare tomorrow."
Sister Li Xiu said with some embarrassment: "We have enough food at home, but we have to buy other things now. It's getting late, so I'm afraid I won't be able to buy anything."
Guo Dajing said nonchalantly: "Don't worry about this. I've sent someone to deliver it. It will arrive soon."
Sister Li Xiu smiled, turned around and walked out.
"Xiao Ni, come with me." Guo Dajing put Xiao Ni down, touched her head, and said, "It's delicious to make meat for dinner tonight."
Xiaoni was still a little reluctant to leave, but she didn't want Sister Li Xiu to go alone, so she turned around and followed Sister Li Xiu as she walked.
Seeing that everyone was gone, Guo Dajing went out to the kitchen, closed the door, and took out a few large pieces of horse meat from the space.
They were all killed on the battlefield. Guo Dajing took advantage of the situation and took them into the space to cut them. They are naturally sterile and can be eaten anytime he wants.
There is no need for seven plates or eight bowls. Meat, soup and rice are the best food at that time.
Guo Dajing thought for a moment, then took out two pheasants, a jar of wine, and two cans of Korean sauerkraut. This was even more perfect.
There is the most food in the space, some picked randomly, some hunted on the road, some given by Zheng Fengshou and others, and most of them stolen by Guo Dajing from Jianlu.
For Guo Dajing, the phrase "Be prepared for any danger" is the most suitable and most apt description. He is like a squirrel, tirelessly collecting food that will be used in the future.
He cut the horse meat into pieces quickly with his hands and feet, filled the large pot with water, put in the simple ingredients and salt, and started cooking on the fire.
After the pheasant was cleaned and cut into small pieces, Guo Dajing took out two chili peppers and prepared to make spicy chicken. Worried that the taste was not strong enough, he added some Sichuan peppercorns.
At that time, chili pepper had not yet been introduced to China, so he found it in the small kitchen of the warehouse.
The pepper seeds were carefully saved and planned to be planted in a small vegetable garden. Guo Dajing thought that the open space in his yard was good, and there were tomatoes, but he didn't know if they could be planted.
They are all treasures, and future generations will look down upon them. Even ordinary ingredients will be so rare and precious that they cannot be bought with money.