After passing the imperial edict, Ding Chong walked around Yang Feng's camp and praised Yang Feng's ability to run the army without conscience.
"Among the generals, the general not only has the strongest military strength, but also the most majestic military appearance. No wonder Xin Fenglai is determined by the general, and your majesty admires the general very much." Ding Chong said with emotion: "Since the Zhongping Dynasty, the Xiliang soldiers have been defeated head-on.
In addition to Sun Jian, the fierce tiger from Jiangdong, it is your Baibo Army."
Yang Feng laughed proudly.
Although the Baibo Army's record of facing the Xiliang Army head-on was gratifying, it was not something to be proud of. Yang Feng himself knew that they could not be considered a winner, at most they were undefeated.
In contrast, Ding Chong's words of praise for Bai Bojun were unprecedented and worthy of celebration.
The imperial court has always treated the remnants of the Yellow Turbans, including the Baibo Army and the Black Mountain Army, with contempt. They are thieves when they open their mouths, but they are rebellious when they are silent. Guandong scholars like Ding Chong even criticized them verbally and in writing, and never expected to hear a good word from them.
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Even though he fought vigorously in Xinfeng and protected the court, the ministers did not give him a good look.
Now that his attitude has changed, the situation is naturally compelling, and he has the power to determine the survival of the imperial court.
Of course, the emperor's change in attitude also played a certain role.
Thinking of the Emperor, Yang Feng felt closer to him, and his heart felt as moist as honey.
Although the change in the emperor's attitude is also related to the situation, the emperor is different from the hypocrisy of these ministers. His emphasis on the Yellow Turbans has an element of providence. He not only wants to use the power of the White Wave Army to pacify the world, but also wants to realize the Yellow Turbans' ideal of world peace.
For Yang Feng, the emperor was looking forward to him with great enthusiasm and expected him to take on important tasks.
It's a pity that I am not very familiar with morality, otherwise I would be able to sit down and discuss morality with the emperor.
"The minister's compliments are unworthy of me." Yang Feng said with a smile: "In terms of running the army, your majesty is the most talented. Xiliang soldiers have always been good at field battles. They come when it is favorable and leave when it is unfavorable. The general behind the scenes can take advantage of the danger and defend.
Your Majesty's guidance has been meritorious. As for the officers and men in General Anji's camp, if not for Your Majesty, how could they have defeated Guo Si and won the first battle?"
Ding Chong laughed, and he got what he wanted.
He was just waiting for Yang Feng to mention this matter.
"As the general said, your majesty is indeed a born hero, a wise king, who can turn rotten rot into magic. But then again, to make elixirs for immortals, you also need five heroes, a dragon and a tiger to complement each other. Set up the general's camp
Most of them are Luoyang dandies. Even if they become elite through His Majesty's skillful guidance, their future achievements can be expected. It may not be difficult to defeat Guo Si, but it is far from enough to bring peace to the world."
Yang Feng rolled his eyes and asked knowingly, "In the opinion of the minister, who can shoulder the important task of assisting His Majesty in bringing peace to the world?"
"Of course he is a hard-working and simple person, but also has a heart for the world and is loyal to His Majesty."
Yang Feng's eyes flashed slightly, but he stopped talking.
These three requirements are a bit high.
I know my own details, not to mention caring about the world and being loyal to His Majesty. Even if they are hardworking and simple, the Baibo Army is not up to par. To put it harshly, the Baibo Army is a group of refugees begging for a living. In order to survive, what?
All evil things are possible.
Based on this, Ding Chong did not think he was a suitable candidate.
Yang Feng hesitated for a moment and said tentatively: "What the Minister said is..."
Ding Chong shook his head and pointed around. "The officers and soldiers under the general's command are very close to each other. I just want to see how your majesty directs and refines them."
"Oh?" Yang Feng glanced at Ding Chong quietly, instinctively feeling that Ding Chong was coaxing him.
The most untrustworthy thing is these scholars, who are full of lies and rarely tell the truth.
Ding Chong stopped and turned to look at Yang Feng. "Most of the general's soldiers are farmers, right?"
Yang Feng nodded.
"Farming is the foundation of the country. Farmers turn their backs to the sky and face the loess. They work hard every day to feed the world. Is there anyone in the world who is more industrious and simple than them? Back then, Qin destroyed the six countries with farming wars and unified the world. How could this be true?
A fluke? Now that the country is falling apart and the states and counties are divided, and your majesty wants to bring peace to the world, farming war is an inevitable choice."
Ding Chong stroked the short beard on his lips and raised the corners of his mouth. "General, who do you think can take on this important task? General Hou's Xiliang soldiers, or General Anji's Luoyang dude?"
Yang Feng was stunned for a moment, an idea flashed in his mind, and he seemed to understand something, but he couldn't explain it.
"General, there is no shortage of hard-working and simple farmers in the world, but there is a shortage of men who have the world in mind, and loyal ministers and generals who are loyal to Your Majesty." Ding Chong said earnestly and thoughtfully: "Your Majesty has high expectations for the General, will the General not be reluctant?"
Yang Feng stared at Ding Chong again and again, then bowed.
"Thank you, Minister, for your advice."
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Ding Chong returned to the imperial camp and reported to Liu Xie the story of his mission.
After Liu Xie heard this, he took another high look at Ding Chong.
Whether it was an expedient measure or a real understanding, Ding Chong was able to associate the significance of the remaining Yellow Turbans to the ZTE Han Dynasty from the farming war, and he was already ahead of most officials.
At least he is pragmatic and doesn't get angry when he hears the word "Legalism".
"Can Yang Feng take on the important responsibility?"
"When it comes to heart, it's 70%. When it comes to strength, it's up to 50%." Ding Chong said without thinking.
"What if I can trip up the Flying Bear Army?"
"It's not enough for Your Majesty to trip up the Flying Bear Army, you have to hold back Guo Si." Ding Chong explained: "If Yang Feng only attacks Li Shi, Hu Feng, and Guo Si, maybe he won't care. If Yang Feng escorts a large number of
Guo Si will never be indifferent to food."
Liu Xie was stunned for a moment and slapped his forehead.
He ignored the temptation of food to Guo Si, thinking that Guo Si might sit on the mountain and watch the tigers fight, watching Li Shi and Hu Feng make a fool of themselves.
"What about that?"
"Does Your Majesty know that two peaches kill three men?"
"Know."
"Gongsun Jie, Tian Kaijiang, Gu Zhizi was unparalleled in bravery, but he was killed by Ertao because he was greedy for fame. Guo Si and Li Shi were both common men in Xiliang, and they were greedy for profit. Your Majesty might as well lure them with benefits and make them fight on their own.
"
"Inducement?" Liu Xie was a bit confused.
What kind of advantage can make Guo Si and Li Shi break up and fight in this situation?
Ding Chong waited for a moment and then said: "Your Majesty, do you know why Guo Si and Li Jue are chasing after them?"
Liu Xie suddenly woke up and looked directly at Ding Chong. His fingers were eager to pull out the long knife from his waist and chop Ding Chong to death with one blow.
You are such a coward, you actually want me to be your bait?
You are the spy arranged by Cao Cao to be around me.
Ding Chong was startled and hurriedly explained: "Your Majesty, together we are strong, but apart we are weak. Guo Si and Li Shi each dominate with foot and cavalry, but they are at odds with each other. This is the way to defeat. Your Majesty, if you can do this well,
Using it may not necessarily lead to a surprise victory."
"Tell me carefully," Liu Xie urged, suppressing the urge to kill.
"Guo Si and Li Jue are here for your majesty. Li Shi is the eldest son of Li Jue. In addition to controlling the court, he also has the heart to favor and succeed to the throne. Without desire, one will be strong, and if there is too much desire, there will be chaos. If your majesty moves the army to camp, show it is advisable.
If the situation is strong, then Guo Si and Li Shi will fight for it. If my estimate is correct, Li Shi will win first, while Guo Si will wait and see."
As Ding Chong spoke, he dipped his finger in water and drew a situation diagram on the case. "In this way, Li Shi blocked Guo Si's view of General Xingyi and prevented him from looking south."
Liu Xie suddenly realized what he was doing. He looked at Ding Chong and laughed softly: "Your chess skills must not be weak."
Ding Chong was slightly startled, then smiled and said: "Your Majesty, I am very complimentary, my chess skills...are acceptable."