After He Ran returned to Bell Ringing City, generals from various parties returned to the court one after another. Majestic generals could often be seen passing by in the streets. Soon, the generals also came back. Even the uninformed ordinary people guessed The army needs to take action.
Xu Tong went to the palace to pay homage to the Queen and went directly to see He Ran without even returning to the palace.
Seeing his good brother, who had always been laughing and joking, lying pitifully on the couch, he couldn't help but feel a little unhappy in his heart, and said sadly: "Your Majesty has told me that Jin Dian and I are friends, so I heard about his evil news. It’s a pity that you called me back to attack Zhao?”
He Ran nodded and said: "Yes, all the generals have been transferred back to you. Except for the fact that the minister cannot force you, you can choose whoever you want. I don't want to wait for a moment. If I were not in an agitated mood and was not suitable for commanding the army, I would have So I led my troops to go on an expedition, this time to avenge my brother, so please don't say goodbye, I will come back for you when I feel better."
Xu Tong said displeased: "I don't like to hear this. Not to mention that Jin Dian and I have a long history of friendship, but we don't know each other at all. Your brother is my brother. You should take good care of him. You are like this just because you want to take care of him." I won’t agree to the soldiers. I’ll take care of everything. You can tell me how to fight.”[
He Ran unfolded the geographical map beside him and pointed: "There is nothing to say. The troops are pointing directly at Jingqu, forcing Zhao Min to divide his troops for defense. We will only occupy the cities along the road that can protect the food route. We will destroy Zhao first and then divide the land. I An envoy has been sent to the place where the Kang State garrison is located to meet with the Mo army division. This battle is to defeat all the Zhao troops with thunderous means. The sooner the better, it is best to allow Xiping to take less advantage, and then the two of us will decide according to the situation. The strategy of jointly resisting Xiping is something to be discussed later. When the army approaches Jingqu, I will rush over to meet with the Mexican military advisor. Leave the rest to me."
Xu Tong looked at the geographical map and nodded slowly.
He Ran said: "Be careful along the way. You should be fine for the first three to five hundred miles. You have to be more careful later. You need to be careful of Jing Hui's unexpected troops. Although they use thunderous means, don't be too impatient and advance to the screen." Fei Ge reported to me at the time, but do not rush forward until you get my reply, because Qiaohai is plotting against Li Ping, the Marquis of Zijun in Dongchuan. Once successful, the food and grass for the army will be supplied from Dongchuan nearby. The left wing of your advance route It will also be safer.”
"Okay, I've written it down. How many troops are you planning to send out?" Xu Tong looked at him and asked.
He Ranqu pointed his fingers and said: "Su Ming, Dongfang Ao, and Wang Jin each have 10,000 elite troops. They have already set off to arrive at this moment. I have mobilized 8,000 troops and horses stationed in Pingcheng. Together with Xiang, the total of Qi and Qi will be 10,000, plus the 2,000 troops under Dagan's command, which is 50,000 troops. The 30,000 troops you have now can mobilize at least 10,000 elites, so the number is 60,000. As a support, He Gong, I asked He is taking 20,000 troops across a section of the road to start his journey. Do you think the troops are enough for you?"
Xu Tong pondered for a moment and said: "That's enough, but I still have to ask you to borrow someone, and you must give it to me."
"Except for my wives, I will give you anyone you want."
Xu Tong smiled at him and said, "Thread the barrel."
He Ran smiled and said: "You are really good at picking. He is not only familiar with the geography and customs of various places, but also good at tact. He is a powerful assistant that I have cultivated with great difficulty.
Xu Tong said disdainfully: "What did you train? I have admired his name a few years ago. I declined his invitation several times. You got this big deal just because you made a name for yourself. I won't follow him either." You steal it, and I will return it to you when you take over."
"Okay, okay, but we have something to talk about first. Don't take advantage of this period to deliberately seduce him. If he doesn't want to come back after having delicious food and drinks, I won't agree to it."
Xu Tong said disdainfully: "You think everyone is as crooked as you are. I have to talk to Chuang Tong about what you said and let him know that you regard him as a righteous person who can be won over by good food and drink." .”
He Ranhun said nonchalantly: "Whatever, I've said uglier words in front of him."
Xu Tong shook his head and said convinced: "You are the only one who can draw people from others. If others want to draw people from your side, there is no need to think about it."
"As long as you know it, just learn from it." He Ran said proudly.
Xu Tong said: "I can't learn from you. Even if you have your sincere heart for brothers, I can't learn from your smooth tongue. Actually, we are brothers with you just for fun, listening to your nonsense. After a while, I felt happy without even realizing it.”
He Ran rolled his eyes and said: "You have always treated me as a showman, what a bullshit brother, go ahead, go home and accompany your two dogs, we will gather together tomorrow to discuss matters."
Xu Tong asked with concern: "Is your body okay? How about we discuss it first and then repay you."
"No, I can do it." He Ran's attitude was very firm.[
For several days, He Ran wasted no time in discussing the strategy of defeating Zhao with the generals. He even didn't even bother to drink the soup and medicine, and Xiaozhu delivered it to the front hall.
I didn't return to the inner house until late that night. When I entered the house, I saw Su Xiyao, Zhuyin, and Mrs. Nuanyu all there. They had obviously agreed to wait for him.
He Ran lay on the couch tiredly and said, "What are you doing? Do you want to sleep together?"
Mrs. Nuanyu scolded: "Don't talk so much. You are working so hard before you are well. Do you still have us in your heart?"
He Ran closed his eyes and said, "That's not true."
Zhuyin said worriedly: "Today the imperial doctor came to the inner house to see my sister after checking your pulse. He said that the depression in your heart has been condensed. Excessive exertion has caused a lack of effort and energy to disperse the depression. If this continues... "She said with tears in her eyes.
Su Xiyao said: "Sister Nuanyu is right. If you still have us in your heart, you can rest assured and take good care of yourself. The general will preside over the attack on Zhao. If you don't worry, you can postpone it for a while. Send out troops when you feel better. We know you are eager to avenge your brother and sister-in-law, but you can't bear to die without avenging your revenge."
He Ran took a long breath and closed his eyes without speaking.
Su Xiyao continued: "I understand your thoughts. Firstly, you are eager for revenge. Secondly, you are worried about the general and the others. Thirdly, you feel uncomfortable if you don't do your best to avenge your brother and sister-in-law. This last point is also true. Am I right about the reason why you are forcing yourself to hold on?"
He Ran opened his eyes, looked at her and said, "What you're guessing is, I really wish I could lead the troops in person, and let others do it in my heart... Oh!"
Mrs. Nuanyu said softly: "Since you still know that you can't lead troops, it means that you still have a sense of proportion in your heart. Don't make it too difficult for yourself. If my brother and sister-in-law have spirits, they can also detect your intentions. Starting tomorrow, Stop working so hard."
He Ran nodded slightly and said, "I understand."
Su Xiyao said: "I will accompany you when we go to discuss matters."
He Ran said hurriedly: "Your body is not much stronger than mine, so stop bothering me."
Su Xiyao lamented: "It's better to die together, so as not to suffer more."
He Ran looked sideways at the three of them, frowned and asked: "Does the imperial doctor really say that my condition is serious?"
Zhuyin bit her cherry lips and said angrily: "If not, who would arrange these curses on her husband!
"Okay, then I won't go to discuss the matter." He Ran blinked and said: "Let's cook another medicine quickly. I didn't drink much of the bowl sent in the evening. It was too bitter, so I secretly poured it out when Xiaozhu wasn't paying attention. A lot."
The three women were so angry that they really wanted to beat him up, but Zhuyin glared at him fiercely and went out to give orders.