In front of the huge sand table, Xu Changqing slowly inserted small red flags into various directions.

If we consider it from a purely military perspective, Haicheng is actually not the best defensive location in Shandong Zuohui.

Although the Daqing River is wide, it is about 300 meters, but the surrounding terrain is too flat, and the width is not the same. Except for the wide side of the sea estuary, you can walk in and the narrow place may be only a few dozen meters, so you can easily cross the river.

Compared with the natural dangers of the Yangtze River and the Yellow River, there is no comparison at all.

Moreover, in this flat land, the surrounding trees were almost cut down by the people, and there was no room for hiding, which was extremely conducive to the cavalry's charge.

In other words.

Once the Qing army trapped Haicheng, Haicheng basically had no room for battle from the city, and could only fight with the Qing army in the city.

And the Haicheng at this time is much bigger than before.

Fengguo Town has been included in the urban area, and the surrounding many factories, salt farms, livestock farms, and the entire geographical location are not much smaller than that of the capital, and it is even worse than that of the capital.

This means that the defensive pressure of the Model Army at this time is more than several times greater than when the Qing army attacked before!

There was not even a real blue brick wall in Haicheng at this time...

The biggest advantage that Haicheng has at this time is that it is relying on the sea and has oil underground, especially Xu Changqing, who has been operating here for a long time.

Even if there is no stronger blue brick wall, the simple version of Haicheng's "concrete" wall has not weak defense and is more reasonable.

Especially Haicheng has stored a large amount of materials and strategic materials at this time. Even if it is not by sea transportation, it will not be too big for half a year.

At this time, the men and women were not motivated by the captive slaves and the great victory of the queen mother Bumubutai!

There is still a lot to do.

However, a stalemate is definitely not the solution.

This is also the most troublesome thing for Xu Changqing at this time.

Haicheng still has room for hard work to fight against the main force of the Qing army, but Xu Changqing was not sure if he really wanted to severely damage the Qing army, especially to make the Qing army scared.

This not only requires strength, but also a little luck.

As long as this battle can hurt the Qing army, not to mention the more, one or two years of stability can still be guaranteed.

After carefully compiling the overall situation again, Xu Changqing directly ordered Ergou to convene a military discussion. These configurations and mobilizations must be implemented immediately.

...

The military agreement was carried out very quickly. In more than half an hour, Xu Changqing had already arranged all the tasks, and then only the execution was left.

Xu Changqing also began to take his personal soldiers to inspect the city defense layout.

In the west of Haicheng and outside Fengguo Town, there are already tens of thousands of laborers digging in the wilderness.

Starting from the outermost earth wall of Fengguo Town, it extends for more than a mile. Three huge trenches have been dug out, and together with the moat, these are four lines of defense.

Many facilities inside Fengguo Town behind him are also being renovated, and two huge trenches have been dug in the city.

no way.

The Qing army was the power of a country and the management of generations. Even though Xu Changqing had a way out, he had to prepare for the worst.

However, what is different from before is that because the city's scale continues to expand, the main battlefield has been moved to the south and the west area, mainly acting as flanks. The Qing army may launch surprise troops, but the possibility of main attack is not high.

After inspecting this side, Xu Changqing went to the plain area in the south, and the momentum was even greater.

Looking around, at least 40,000 to 50,000 laborers are working hard, and many women are also traveling around, working small workers, including serving them tea and water.

This also makes the laborers work, and laughter and joy come from time to time.

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The so-called "matching men and women, working is not tiring."

And this area is the defense range of the Red Lady. She was originally dispatching her children to set up defenses. When she saw Xu Changqing coming, she handed over all these tasks to Feng San and quickly walked towards Xu Changqing.

"How is it? Is there pressure?"

Xu Changqing smiled and handed Hongniang a pack of jerky meat to him.

The Hongmao took it and glanced at Xu Changqing, but her pretty face quickly became solemn: "The Tartars may not give up this time! Changqing, although we have the advantage of the geographical location at this time, the situation in Haicheng is different from Shanhaiguan, and the weather will soon be warming up. It is not too difficult for us to defend, but we want to win and win a big victory, which is not that simple."

After all, she was the last general, and the Hong Niangzi's eyesight at this time was no match for the past, and she also realized this core issue.

Xu Changqing nodded slowly and suddenly smiled and said, "Sister Hong, can you play chess?"

"Play chess?"

The Hongniang was stunned, a little unable to keep up with Xu Changqing's rhythm. After a moment, she said, "Is it Go or Chess?"

Xu Changqing smiled and said, "Whether it is Go or Chess, it is actually the same. We have to go one, then two, and then three. If we only go one, we have to go three, which is definitely not possible."

"Forehead?"

The Hongniang also understood what Xu Changqing meant at this time and hurriedly said, "Changqing, what do you mean is to waste time with them first? Then look for opportunities slowly."

Xu Changqing smiled and nodded: "You can say that. But Sister Hong, if you stand in Dorgon's position at this time, think about it, are you anxious, or are we anxious?"

"Forehead……"

The Hongniang suddenly came to her senses, and her beautiful eyes couldn't help but lit up: "Changqing, this must be Dorgon's worry! Perhaps, we can also contact Li Zicheng!"

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Xu Changqing kept inspecting until dusk and basically traveled all areas, which was the return to the city.

If Queen Zhou hadn't invited a meal tonight, she wouldn't have been able to refuse, Xu Changqing would probably have stayed here tonight.

As the old saying goes: "If the king is not secret, he will lose his ministers; if the ministers are not secret, he will be **!"

At this critical moment, Xu Changqing did not dare to slackew at all!

However, having a meal with Queen Zhou is also the current priority.

The new emperor ascended the throne must be implemented as soon as possible.

Xu Changqing came to the Xinguan Hall, Li Youwei, Wu Sanmei and the others had already arrived, and Zhu Mei was like a butterfly wearing a flower, smiling and shuttled among the girls, as if she had begun to integrate into the Xu family.

Looking around, there were Yingying Yanyan who were dressed up everywhere, and Xu Changqing couldn't help but feel clear.

No one can destroy this scene!

"My minister Xu Changqing, I have seen His Highness the Crown Prince!"

As soon as Xu Changqing entered the door, Zhu Cilang brought Zhu Cijiong to welcome him. Xu Changqing bowed with a smile.

Zhu Cilang hurriedly smiled and said, "Brother Zhongyi, you don't have to be polite. You have worked hard today in military affairs, please come in quickly."

As he said that, he was busy leading Xu Changqing in front without any airs.

Looking at Zhu Cilang's fat body, Xu Changqing sighed slightly.

Some destined gifts are really not a good thing.

Zhu Cilang has a very good personality, a bit like Renzong and a bit like Hongzhi. If it were in peacetime, it might be a model for civil officials to praise merits.

It’s a pity that he was born in this era and was destined to have no choice...

Xu Changqing can only protect some of his interests to the greatest extent.

On the contrary, Zhu Cijiong was obviously more scheming. Although he was always smiling and looked extremely humble, he was too young. The uncomfortable rash feeling would be revealed inadvertently. How could he escape from Xu Chang

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Green eyes?

However, Xu Changqing did not rashly.

Catch the thief and catch the stolen goods, catch the evildoers and catch the two!

If the third prince is sensible in the future, Xu Changqing will not be rash, but if he is ignorant and insists on jumping around, then Xu Changqing will be cruel and ruthless!

"I've met the master."

"I've seen the master..."

"My minister Xu Changqing, I have met the Empress and His Highness the Princess..."

The main leader Xu Changqing came over and the banquet officially began soon.

Xu Changqing's wives and concubines came to salute. Xu Changqing also greeted Empress Zhou, Zhang Baozhu, Li Xuanshi, Zhu Mai and others, and the atmosphere gradually became lively.

Perhaps it is because of "going to the countryside and following the customs".

Tonight's experience is not a traditional large table, but a self-service format.

Empress Zhou, Zhu Mai, Zhang Baozhu and others had already talked with Xu Changqing's wives and concubines for a long time. Xu Changqing simply left the scene and went to a private room with Emperor Zhou.

Zhu Mai wanted to accompany her, but after thinking about it for a while, she also understood that this time was not the place where she spoke.

When Zhu Mai left, Empress Zhou Yingying smiled and poured a glass of wine for Xu Changqing, filled her with another glass, and said with a smile: "I always wanted to respect Bo Zhongyi, but I didn't expect that I would only have a chance now."

Xu Changqing hurriedly took the wine glass respectfully and said with a smile: "Empress, you are so polite. I respect you for this glass."

After drinking a few glasses of wine, the atmosphere gradually became lively and gradually relaxed.

However, looking at Queen Zhou's obviously carefully decorated beautiful red lips, Xu Changqing always felt a little strange in her heart...
To be continued...