Free Web NovelChapter 143: The Concern of Danyang
After finishing explaining this matter,
Long Chen asked again, "Military Advisor, do you think we should attack Lujiang County?"
Xia Zhicai shook his head and said, "Lord, the timing is not right! Firstly, our elite troops have been fighting continuously recently, and they are physically and mentally exhausted. And the new recruits have just started training, their combat power is not strong."
"Moreover, we have just captured Danyang County, and the rear is not stable,"
"Therefore, the main task for now should be approached from two aspects. Firstly, to consolidate the territory of the three counties, and secondly, to train the new recruits to form combat effectiveness as soon as possible!"
Long Chen thought to himself, this statement makes sense.
The Tiger Elite Army under his command has just started training, and their combat power has not yet been formed, only at the initial stage. Going out to fight and attack cities now would only result in casualties.
Moreover, Danyang County, which was just captured, is not stable internally.
This is related to the terrain and culture of Danyang County.
In Danyang County, the territory is vast, with many mountains, valleys, and dense forests. The natural environment is extremely harsh and easy to hide in. This has led to many mountain bandits and criminals living in this area.
And these mountain bandits are fierce in combat, even several times stronger than the new recruits from other states and counties.
But for Long Chen, there are advantages and disadvantages, it’s a double-edged sword.
On the one hand, it means that there will be no shortage of soldiers in the future! Originally, it might take several years to train new recruits to become elites. However, with Danyang County, new recruits can be recruited from there, and it will only take a few months to train them to become elites.
The disadvantages are also very obvious, Danyang County’s people are fierce, and there are many mountain bandits. It is a sharp knife for Long Chen’s rear, and the threat is extremely great.
Therefore, Long Chen decided that the next step of the plan would be to eliminate the mountain bandits in Danyang County who do not submit to the education and resist the court.
It’s just perfect.
On the one hand, this provides an opportunity to train new recruits because actual combat is necessary for soldiers to become tough fighters.
On the other hand, by eliminating the mountain bandits and pacifying the chaos caused by them, preparations can be made for future conquests.
After determining the future goals, Long Chen suddenly felt passionate and motivated.
Then, he turned to Xia Zhicai and said with clasped fists, "Zhicai, let’s stop here for today. You can go down and see if there are any improvements to be made."
"And... remember to control yourself!!!"
Long Chen’s eyes carried a hint of a strange expression.
These days, he heard that Xia Zhicai had been going to the brothel frequently and only returned the next day. This guy, his body has recovered and he’s starting to mess around again!
As for why he knew so much in detail, it’s because there were secret agents under Long Chen’s command!
Xia Zhicai smiled embarrassedly and arched his hand, "Yes, my lord."
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As the evening approached, the setting sun went down, and the fiery red clouds scattered in the sky. The scenery of the sunset was beautiful and magnificent!
In a secluded building in the residence of the governor of Jiujang County.
Long Chen was teaching the stunning and seductive Empress He how to drive.
Empress He was wearing a tempting purple skirt, which was lifted by Long Chen at the moment.
Empress He raised her eyebrows lightly, her eyes charming, and her clothes clinging to her voluptuous body.
She exuded a charming and soft temperament, truly a born beauty.
First, Long Chen taught her how to shift gears, groping around her body to find the gears.
Finally, he found it, and Empress He nodded, her face blushing like the setting sun.
Then Long Chen started from first gear, shifted to second gear with a flick of his hands, and finally shifted to fifth gear before stopping.
Empress He’s waist trembled, and she asked in a tender voice, "Bad guy~ Too fast!"
Long Chen naturally knew that she thought he was driving too fast. But now they were already on the highway, and they had to go faster!
Suddenly,
Long Chen was startled.
Oh no! This is a big problem!
The car, it’s leaking oil...
Empress He knew the car was leaking oil, and she was even more afraid, hiding in Long Chen’s arms, not daring to look up at him.
Long Chen caressed her silky hair with one hand, reassuring her to relax and not be afraid.
Although the oil leak was troublesome, it could still be solved under the hands of Long Chen, an experienced driver.
But the result...
The oil leaked even more...
Long Chen knew that he had to plug the oil tank immediately to stop the leak...
Two hours later...
Long Chen held Empress He and softly asked in her ear, "Have you learned it?"
Empress He was panting, her face flushed like a peach, nodded slightly.
In a coquettish tone, she said, "I didn’t expect you, this bad guy, to know so much~~" fɾeewebnoveℓ.co๓
After speaking, she shyly hid in Long Chen’s arms again, not daring to meet his starry eyes.
"Empress, please don’t talk nonsense. This humble servant only knows half of it. I hope the Empress can teach me more."
Long Chen helped Empress He put on the clothes that had fallen on the ground.
There was no choice, driving too fast would generate intense heat, and both of them were sweaty just now.
After resting for a while, they felt much better.
After lingering for a while, Long Chen glanced out the window and saw that night had fallen.
The brilliant and dazzling stars dotted the sky, making Long Chen reluctant to move his eyes away.
But when he thought of Diao Chan, who had been alone for many days, Long Chen suppressed his other thoughts.
He softly said to Empress He behind him, "I’ll leave first, you should go back soon too, don’t catch a cold."
After a pause, he turned back and said, "Don’t worry, the matter of Liu Bian regaining the throne will be settled soon, maybe one or two years at the earliest, four or five years at the latest."
Long Chen also calculated in his heart.
According to his current development speed, the six counties of Jiangdong are within easy reach!
Yangzhou has a total of six counties: Jiujang County, Wu County, Danyang County, Lujiang County, Kuaiji County, and Yuzhang County.
And Long Chen has already obtained three counties, leaving three more.
His plan is to get the entire Yangzhou first, then release the news of Liu Bian’s survival to establish the righteousness of the world.
By then, he can conquer the other states and counties everywhere.
It will be much easier, after all, the righteousness of the world will be on his side.
Because Liu Bian was the eldest son, and the effect of the imperial jade seal was deeply rooted in people’s hearts, Long Chen would become the legitimate ruler of the Han Dynasty!
Just as he was about to leave, Empress He unexpectedly reached out and grabbed Long Chen.
There was a hint of sorrow in her flirtatious eyes, and tears flickered, making her look very pitiful, arousing a strong desire to protect her.
She looked at Long Chen, her red lips slightly parted, "Do you really think I’m treating you like this because of Bian’er..."
To be honest, until now, Empress He’s heart had ignited thoughts of love for Long Chen...
Long Chen hugged her soft body tightly and whispered gently in her ear,
"I know, you’ve fallen in love with me."
After saying that, he left confidently.
Left alone, Empress He stared blankly at Long Chen, murmuring to herself, "So... so he already knows..."
"Then... do you... love... me..."
She dared not speak these words out loud, because she was already a withered flower, a shadow of her former self. frёeweɓηovel.coɱ
Moreover, she was the Empress Dowager of the current Great Han Empire. Even if Long Chen truly loved her, what could they do?
They would never have a future together. She couldn’t be his wife, and even becoming his concubine would be difficult.
But... this... is enough...
