nashuaworldcup Chapter 130 Cooperation
Chapter 130 Cooperation
General Chai left directly, and Zhu and Xing were at a loss for words, so they could only do what needed to be done.
What followed was a discussion between the quartermaster, Lao Liang, and Prefect Zhu.
The quartermaster, Lao Liang, gave a brief overview of the current situation of the Cangnan army.
Zhu Ling was aware that the Cangnan army had been stationed locally for some time. Although civil officials held considerable power in the court, several generals were the emperor's confidants. General Chai, the leader of the Cangnan army, was one of them.
Many civil officials had questioned General Chai's loyalty, but since the emperor promoted him, he has always trusted him.
It can be said that His Majesty never questioned General Chai.
Zhu Ling had previously pondered why the Emperor trusted General Chai so much. Now, thinking about it, it was very likely because the Emperor and General Chai had absolute trust in each other. That's why the Emperor allowed General Chai to directly establish a town, and why the Emperor never questioned General Chai's arrangements.
Of course, this matter is not important at this stage.
Although the Cangnan army currently has sufficient supplies, the battle situation is not stable. If it continues for too long, it will inevitably need to draw supplies from Changgan City.
Quartermaster Lao Liang stated that, thanks to the Cangnan Army's intensive efforts over a period of time, the logistics in the area are well-developed and the material reserves are basically sufficient.
However, once war breaks out, these things may not be enough.
“Prefect Zhu, our current supplies can last for at least three months, if nothing goes wrong. However, we are visibly running out of medicine. No matter how skilled the army doctors are, the fighting in the previous period was too intense, and the number of wounded soldiers has increased suddenly. We really can’t cope with it.”
Zhu Ling nodded. "Understood. I'll go back and arrange for the medicinal herbs immediately. But wait, it's not enough. News of the war has already spread throughout Changgan City. If we were to buy up large quantities of medicinal herbs, the people of Changgan would inevitably start to have all sorts of wild ideas."
"Prefect Zhu is wise," Old Liang quickly explained, "That's exactly the point."
"So, are there any other situations where we need to cooperate with Changgan?"
Old Liang pulled out a list that simply outlined the relevant details.
"Just prepare according to this."
Zhu Ling glanced at it, understood the situation, and nodded.
"I understand. Changgan City will definitely mobilize resources and will certainly do it."
"Ah, there's one more thing." Zhu Ling remembered something else.
"Could you release the messenger I sent earlier? Also, although I'm a little embarrassed, I also sent a few friends to scout ahead. Before they could even leave the city, the war broke out, and they're trapped in Cangnan Town. Could you let them come back with me?"
Old Liang nodded. "We have a record of the messengers you sent, three in total, right? I'll arrange for their release when I get back. As for the other people you mentioned?"
"They are a mother and daughter."
Old Liang was taken aback, seemingly not expecting this answer.
Zhu Ling spoke up, "Sister Yun, come in here for a moment."
Yun Yuke came in from outside, and Zhu Ling pointed at her.
“This is a friend of mine, she and her daughter have come in.”
"Ah? I see?" Old Liang has been running back and forth between the garrison and Cangnan Town these past few days, and is also responsible for relaying information and intelligence between the two sides.
"The information registered was about a mother and daughter... They disguised themselves very well."
Old Liang didn't continue, but chuckled self-deprecatingly, "Anyway, Prefect Zhu, you can leave at any time. The war is tense right now, so please forgive any shortcomings in our hospitality."
Old Liang had finished making the arrangements, gave a slight bow, and walked away.
Yun Yuke, who was outside the door, heard the whole story.
This place wasn't very safe, and Yun Yuke was worried about leaving Yun Qingjin alone, so the three of them eventually returned to the inn.
"Sister Yun, thank you for your hard work, Qingqing. Although this incident was sudden, it's best that you two are alright. I've already spoken with General Chai, and we can prepare to leave now. It's really not safe for you two to stay near the battlefield."
"It's a minor matter, no problem at all," Yun Yuke nodded.
"Um……"
Zhu Ling was about to say something when he was interrupted by Xie Changyuan's men.
"Your Excellency, the Marquis of Changxing asked me to inform you that he has something to discuss with you."
"Okay, I'll go right away..."
"Ah, no need. Our Marquis specifically said that he is here to see you. Please wait a moment."
The messenger finished explaining the situation and left.
"Sister Yun, could you... could you listen to me from the side? There's a lot going on right now, and Xiaoyu and I... sigh, I don't want to belittle myself, but we really do lack experience. I feel more at ease with you here."
“Yes, Sister Yun, I’m just a martial artist. Besides protecting Zhu Ling, I can’t offer her any advice. You’ve really helped us here.” Xing Xiaoyu nodded repeatedly from the side.
"Okay, no problem."
Yun Yuke originally wanted to have a face-to-face conversation with this Marquis of Changxing.
"Mom! Teacher Zhu, Sister Xiaoyu, I want to go too!"
Yun Qingjin had been in the room for too long, and when she heard that Marquis Changxing had arrived, she was shocked, but she was still curious.
Will you recognize me in this life?
Yun Qingjin stayed indoors today and figured out a lot of things.
There's really no need for me to be so nervous.
Firstly, the reason I was recognized in my past life was largely because the brothel where I was was made up, and because I was very thin and pale at the time, my thin, pale face and overly glamorous makeup were the main reasons for my exposure.
Secondly, the current self is basically different from the previous life. After being picked up by Yun Yuke, the self has never gone hungry, so the self in this life looks stronger. In addition, the self is running around outside every day, so the self looks a bit darker than the self in the previous life.
Of course, the main reason is... I really want to see what these people with whom I had a karmic entanglement in my past life will do now.
"You?" Yun Yuke saw the child's expression; it seemed he had made up his mind.
"Ling, Xiaoyu, do you agree?"
Zhu and Xing had no objections.
"Qingqing is very smart and has helped a lot before. Let's go together. It would be great if we could make some new discoveries."
"Okay, then Qingqing can listen from outside." Yun Yuke ultimately decided not to let the child get close.
The four went downstairs and met the Marquis of Changxing in a private room on the first floor of the inn. The young general Gu Tinghui was still by his side.
Yun Qingjin was sitting at a table on the side of the hall when she saw a familiar face.
"Prefect Zhu, you must continue to investigate the attack on our grain transport team after you return."
“I already have some suspects, and I have already applied to nearby prefectures for grain requisition. His Majesty will know soon.”
Xie Changyuan and Gu Tinghui both lowered their heads, and it was obvious that they were holding hands tightly.
He was subsequently appointed.
"Our failure to supervise properly was our fault, and we don't care how His Majesty punishes us," Xie Changyuan sighed.
"His Majesty said at the time that although the Cangnan Army was nominally under my command, the military arrangements would still be led by General Chai, with us providing full support. Unexpectedly, the flying caravan gained an advantage in the battle, but unexpectedly, it failed due to logistical issues."
"My lord, Tinghui is willing to accept any punishment if there is any problem."
Xie Changyuan shook his head. "Punishment is useless. The key is to do our best to make amends. If the war ends tomorrow, we won't have enough food to appease the people of Wuluo. That's the important thing!"
"Prefect Zhu, may I ask how much grain Changgan City can lose?"