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Zhang Yunniang and Qu Minqiu had already received the news. At this time, Zhang Baozhu had already made a gesture. The two women came up to him with a smile and affectionately supported Zhang Baozhu's arm.

How smart is Zhang Baozhu? In a moment, the girls were laughing, and the atmosphere gradually became lively.

Not far away, a relaxed smile appeared on the corner of Li Yuanqing's mouth.

Some people say that women are born actors.

In later generations, although Li Yuanqing had some experience, it was not true.

But at this time, Li Yuanqing had a more real experience when he saw the birds and birds in front of him.

Frankly speaking, if there is another bride entering the house, whether it is Zhang Yunniang, Qu Minqiu, or Li Yuanqing's other wives and concubines, it is absolutely impossible if there is no idea.

To a certain extent, although Zhang Yuniang has the right to refuse the bride's entry, how can she refuse after Li Yuanqing has already spoken?

After all, this world is still a man’s world!

No matter how strong a woman is, she still has to depend on men.

After having a warm lunch with his wife and children, Li Yuanqing went directly to the outer study room of the official hall.

At the dinner party before, Li Yuanqing specifically told Zhang Yunniang and Qu Minqiu that Zhang Baozhu's treatment should follow high standards, which is basically the treatment of the fourth wife of Li Yuanqing.

Of course, it will take time and opportunity to implement the specific goals.

Li Yuanqing also felt that the size of his current government office, which was still the previous thousand-household system, was obviously not enough, and expansion was inevitable.

But at this time, there were more important matters waiting for Li Yuanqing, and Li Yuanqing could only put aside these trivial household matters.

Arriving at the official hall, Shang Laoliu and Butler Ma had been waiting here for a long time.

All matters were on track. The three of them had a brief exchange. Li Yuanqing glanced at the two of them and got straight to the point. He said calmly: "I have decided to send troops to Liaodong."

Shang Laoliu and Ma Guanjia had long expected this outcome.

Shang Laoliu hurriedly said: "Yuan Qing, there is no problem in sending troops. We have sufficient food and pay at this time, and we have strong soldiers and horses, so we can make the trip at any time. However, General Chen... there is also this trade with Japan..."

Li Yuanqing took a sip of tea and said, "Chen Zhong will send troops with me. As for trade with Japan, let Yang Xiaochuan do it. Brother Shang, go make arrangements now. Give Chen Zhong an urgent report and ask him to come back quickly.

Guanglu Island is preparing for the expedition. In five days, the headquarters of the Changsheng Battalion will go to Guanglu Island to join them. In addition, arrangements for all aspects of coordination will begin immediately. Butler Ma, regarding the Japanese trade, you will coordinate with Yang Xiaochuan.

Let’s set the scale at 300,000 taels first.”

"Yes!" The two of them got the order and hurried to work.

Li Yuanqing rubbed his temples tiredly, greeted Nian'er, took out a pen and paper, and wrote a letter to Mao Wenlong in his own handwriting, making it clear that he would send troops within ten days to coordinate with the Dongjiang headquarters to fight.

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Five days passed by in a hurry, it was already late October, and the weather gradually started to get colder.

On the dock, 3,500 Changsheng campers were ready to board the ship at any time.

Li Yuanqing, dressed in a bright red first-grade official robe, strode to the dock accompanied by Duan Xiliang, Guan Canghai, Xu Heizi, Wang Hai, Huang Guoshan, Kong Youde, Li Sansheng, Liu Dadou, Shunzi, Yang Xiaochuan and other generals.

After careful consideration for this campaign, Li Yuanqing finally set the size of the troops at 3,500.

Except for Duan Xiliang and Wang Hai, who stayed behind on Changsheng Island, the other generals will lead their elite troops on the expedition.

In terms of auxiliary troops, there are also nearly 5,000 people.

On Chen Zhong's side, the number of combat troops was also set at three thousand, and the auxiliary troops were no different from those on Changsheng Island.

As a result, the main force of the Changsheng Battalion's two divisions has reached nearly 7,000 soldiers. The entire team, including the fleet, has exceeded 20,000 people.

This is mainly because Mao Wenlong wants to fight a big war. On Li Yuanqing's side, if he sends fewer troops, it will be difficult to play a decisive role, especially when facing a crisis. But if he sends more troops, he will overwhelm the host. Even if he wins the battle,

Afterwards, I'm afraid it will be difficult to distribute and cause constant trouble.

At this time, Wei Liang, the supervisor of the Changsheng Battalion headquarters, had rushed to Guanglu Island in advance to supervise the military affairs of Guanglu Island.

After returning from the capital, Wei Liang was even more motivated and had enough strength to do something big.

This time he cooperates with the Dongjiang headquarters to fight. To a certain extent, this can be regarded as his return home in glory.

Although Eunuch Ma of Dongjiang retained his position as supervisor of the army, his right to speak was far from what it was back then.

Wei Liang couldn't wait to go to Ma Eun-gong to show off and point out the country.

This also saved Li Yuanqing a lot of effort.

At this time, according to Li Yuanqing's identity and status, the Changsheng Battalion was upgraded to an 'army'. There were not many obstacles, and the name was legitimate.

But as the saying goes, "People are afraid of being famous, pigs are afraid of being strong." Li Yuanqing had already made up his mind to keep a low profile and bide his time, so he put this matter aside for now and focused on pragmatism.

Of course, the rewards for all the generals and departments under his command are absolutely indispensable.

Looking back at the most familiar scenery of Changsheng Island, the tenderness in Li Yuanqing's eyes gradually dissipated, and his eyes became cold.

Ou'er is already more than four months old, and her belly has begun to bulge. Liu Qiao and Shu Murong are about to give birth, but unfortunately, Li Yuanqing cannot be with them.

At this time, Duan Xiliang stepped forward quickly and said, "General, everything is ready."

Li Yuanqing nodded and waved his hand, "Let's go!"

With that said, he took the lead and strode towards the pedal on the side of the ship!

Almost without thinking, Duan Xiliang shouted loudly: "The generals who assist the country will be victorious! The Changsheng Camp will be victorious!"

"The general of the auxiliary country will be victorious! The Changsheng camp will be victorious!"

"Wan Sheng!"

All the boys were like waves being stirred up by the turbulent waves. They did not hesitate for a moment and shouted without thinking, their loud voices rising straight into the sky.

Looking at the bright red in front of him, Duan Xiliang's eyes were a little blurry.

It's a pity that he can't accompany Li Yuanqing on the expedition this time. The main reason is that Li Yuanqing and Chen Zhong have to go on the expedition, and he and the 1,000th Corps must be in charge of the Fuzhou and Jinzhou front lines.

"General, have a nice trip!"

Looking back and seeing the bright red tall figure who had already stepped onto the boat, Duan Xiliang clenched his fists and prayed silently.

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At noon the next day, the fleet arrived at Guanglu Island successfully. After resting for two hours on Guanglu Island, the two ships merged into one and headed straight for Liaodong.

There had been no major war for more than a year, and Chen Zhong was indescribably excited to face the war again, especially to be able to fight side by side with Li Yuanqing, and to fight in coordination with the Dongjiang headquarters.

"Yuan Qing, I have been waiting for this day for a long time." On the deck, Chen Zhong looked to the northeast, his eyes full of infinite expectations.

Li Yuanqing also felt a little emotional.

Thirty years in Hedong, thirty years in Hexi.

To a certain extent, this can be regarded as Li Yuanqing and Chen Zhong giving back to Mao Wenlong and Dongjiang Headquarters in a positive and open manner after they left Dongjiang.

Although due to various reasons, Li Yuanqing and Chen Zhong are destined not to be the core of this battle, Dongjiang is an old brother. Even if they are green leaves, if their achievements can be highlighted, for Li Yuanqing and Chen Zhong, they are both

It is a matter of immeasurable merit and supreme pleasure.

Ever since the surprise attack on Zhenjiang, Li Yuanqing and Chen Zhong were bound together by fate because of Mao Wenlong's seemingly accidental order.

To this day, the two of them have gone through countless bloody storms, and Chen Zhong also understands in his heart that many times, the so-called reputation is just an illusion, and the real benefits are the most real.

Although the benefits of this battle may not be too many, he and Li Yuanqing both returned home in rich clothes. This kind of inner satisfaction is simply beyond words.

Especially at this time, Changsheng Island and Guanglu Island have gradually become economically independent. To a certain extent, even without the support of the imperial court, the two can still survive well.

This made Chen Zhong's horizons broaden several times compared to before.

"Haha. Brother, I didn't expect that this day would come so soon! It's not easy to be a commander in the past few years!" Li Yuanqing slowly exhaled a breath of turbidity.

Chen Zhong nodded vigorously, "Yes, Yuan Qing. It's not easy for us brothers to get to where we are today! What are your thoughts on this battle?"

This expedition was a bit urgent, and Chen Zhong did not have time to discuss and plan carefully with Li Yuanqing. At this time, although he had already made a certain judgment in his mind, he still wanted to ask and listen to Li Yuanqing's thoughts.

Li Yuanqing smiled and said, "Brother, we are Green Leaf in this battle."

Chen Zhong was stunned and couldn't help laughing for a moment, "Yuan Qing, green leaves also have the function of green leaves. We must do a good job in this battle."

The two of them had communicated with each other. Chen Zhong was relieved and Li Yuanqing was relieved. When the two met each other, they couldn't help laughing.

If it were before, Li Yuanqing would have needed a lot of words and energy to explain the deployment and achievements of this battle to Chen Zhong.

But now, with confidence behind me, my vision will naturally be different.

Naturally, Chen Zhong would no longer regard his achievements as more important than his life.

As a result, no matter what Mao Wenlong arranged in this battle, he and Chen Zhong had already taken the greatest advantage and were in an invincible position.

At this time, a thin soldier came to the two of them with two bottles of wine and said respectfully: "Two generals, please use it."

Li Yuanqing smiled and grabbed her little hand casually, "Nian'er, give me a gift for my eldest brother."

Chen Zhong was stunned for a moment, but he immediately reacted and said with a smile: "Brothers and sisters, please don't be polite. I'm the boss, so I can do it myself."

Nian'er's pretty face couldn't help but turn red with embarrassment.

Although she already had the closest relationship with Li Yuanqing, this was the first time that Li Yuanqing revealed her identity in public. She was filled with infinite joy and said hurriedly and coyly: "Nian'er has met my eldest brother."
To be continued...