The strongest Marquis in history

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Xiong Tai said: "There is no need to convict, I just wanted to test you. I didn't expect you to be so perfunctory. Your behavior like this has disappointed me very much."

Gu Kang said: "Humble position is a crime."

Xiong Tai said: "You are indeed guilty, behave well, I don't want you to be like Gu Kang."

Gu Kang's cheeks twitched.

He bowed his body, but his heart was very tired and crooked, and he was even more displeased.Xiong Tai's actions, in essence, are actually three fires for the new official to take office, just to beat him up.

That's the purpose.

Xiong Tai continued with a calm expression, "Tell me, according to the topography of Lujiang County and the road leading to Jiujiang County, what kind of plan is best?"

Gu Kang looked calm and said slowly: "His Royal Highness, there are two ways to get to Jiujiang County. The first is to go by land, and the second is to go by water. In terms of land, Wang Qi's army is definitely not weak. I don't recommend going. overland."

"My suggestion is to attack by water. The junction of Jiujiang County and Lujiang County is Chaohu Lake. It is July and August, and Chaohu Lake is in a stage of flooding, which is just right for our water attack."

"Especially our navy, they are the most powerful elites, they are all white stripes in the waves, and they are rampant. This is also my trump card based in Yangzhou for many years. This time, we will go to the water of Chaohu Lake and directly attack the water village in Jiujiang County .”

Gu Kang said: "As long as we break the opponent's water stronghold, we can easily attack Jiujiang County at any time. But after breaking the opponent's water stronghold, we will go north and go straight to Yinling County."

After hearing this, Xiong Tai said: "This king also thinks about it in the same way. Alright, let's adopt this plan and make arrangements."

"Yes!"

Gu Kang agreed.

At this moment, Gu Kang breathed a sigh of relief.Facing Xiong Tai, especially the aggressive Xiong Tai, Gu Kang felt very uncomfortable in his heart, even a trace of resistance and resentment brewed in his heart.

In a blink of an eye, he suppressed such emotions.

Gu Kang is from Chu State.

His roots, his family are all in the state of Chu.Although he has his own family in Lujiang, it is impossible for Gu Kang to abandon his family in Xiangyang, Jingzhou, so he can only obey Xiong Tai's arrangement.

Chapter 516 Peak Realm

Chaohu Xilin Ferry.

This is the north of Chaohu Lake, located in Jiujiang County, and can enter Jiujiang County from the ferry.The water village near the ferry was built by Lu Yuanda in the past.The situation of the water village looks quite old as a whole, and the defensive equipment is not complete.

Originally, the number of sailors in the water village was less than a thousand, which was relatively small.After all, Lujiang County and Jiujiang County used to live in peace, so Lu Yuanda's defense was not very strong.

It was only when Wang Qi led his troops to the Xilin Ferry of Chaohu Lake that the situation changed.

Looking at the current camp from the outside, the camps are still damaged, even messy.However, in the camp, there are three steps, one post, five steps and one sentry. All arrangements are very strict, without any omissions.

Before Wang Qi left Yinling County, he carefully studied the situation in Lujiang County and Jiujiang County.In the end, Wang Qi concluded that once Gu Kang sent troops, he would most likely attack by water.

This is the easiest way.

There are many difficulties in traveling by land.

Wang Qi also made two-handed preparations, and arranged for sentries to watch early on the official road from Lujiang to Jiujiang.Once someone from Gu Kang walks the official road on land, report to him immediately, so as not to miss the news.

In the camp, Wang Qi was inspecting the soldiers' drills.The drills of the army, in addition to the daily training in the water, there are also military drills on weekdays.

Wang Qi went back to the tent to rest after a round of inspection.

As soon as Wang Qi sat down, he took a cattail fan and fanned himself.After entering August, it is already the beginning of autumn, and the sky is still a bit hot.When Wang Qi fanned the wind, the curtain of the camp tent was raised, and Xia Houhu entered.

Xia Houhu looked excited, and said: "Your Highness, the low-ranking martial arts has gone a step further, and has truly stepped into the peak of the Grand Master Realm, and its strength has improved a bit. Moreover, the Dragon Elephant Sutra has entered the ninth level, and it is only one step away from the tenth level of Dzogchen. One step closer."

Previously, Xia Houhu was very strong, and even the peak master of the master could easily fight.It's just that his own strength has never really stepped into the peak state, but now he has gone one step further.

Wang Qi looked at Xiahouhu, especially Xiahouhu, who looked eager to try, and said with a smile: "Xiahou, do you want to compete?"

Xia Houhu smiled foolishly and said, "Your Highness is wise."

His strength is invincible in the army.

Only Wang Qi can compete with him.

Wang Qi had nothing to do and said, "Okay, let's have a try."

Xia Houhu and Wang Qi walked out of the camp and stood outside the tent, Wang Qi said, "Let's do it."

Xia Houhu said: "Your Highness, you are welcome to be humbled."

His burly body, like a tiger pouncing on a sheep, kills it directly.Although Xiahouhu is tall and big, in fact Xiahouhu's movements are sensitive and quick.As soon as he threw himself in front of Wang Qi, he raised his long arm and slammed it down hard.

The arms of ordinary people are much shorter than those of Xiahouhu. After all, Xiahouhu is more than two meters tall.The long arm fell down, and the true essence circulated, like an iron pillar falling down, with great force.

But Wang Qi didn't resist, he put his hands on air, grabbed Xia Houhu's arm, and pulled it violently.In an instant, Wang Qi's own power exploded.

Xia Houhu was pulled by Wang Qi, and his feet were unstable.Fortunately, he had a lot of experience, so with the help of Wang Qi's pull, he rushed forward and slammed into Wang Qi fiercely.

Wang Qi quickly leaned over, stretched out his arms, and assumed a posture of carrying a mountain.When Xiahouhu rushed towards him, he grabbed Xiahouhu's hand and exerted all his strength, lifting Xiahouhu up and throwing him out.

boom! !

Xia Houhu was caught off guard and fell to the ground.

His skin was rough and his flesh was thick, so he was not affected when he fell to the ground. A carp stood up straight and charged again.However, Wang Qi's boxing technique combines hardness and softness, and when he is fierce, the power of dragon and elephant explodes, which is not inferior to Xia Houhu.When it is soft, it is like still water flowing deep, and a leaf does not touch the body, which made Xia Houhu extremely aggrieved.

After fighting for more than ten moves in a row, Xia Houhu retreated two steps, shook his head and said: "No more fights, no more fights. Your Highness, if you fight like this, I will only suffer."

Wang Qi patted his clothes, and said: "Your Dragon Elephant Sutra has broken through to the ninth floor, and I am also on the ninth floor. In terms of strength alone, you are even better than me. Head-to-head, you are born with supernatural power, plus the Dragon Elephant I also suffer from the power of the scriptures, so I can only fight like this."

Xiahouhu's physical advantage is too strong, that is, Wang Qi's strength is strong, so he can block Xiahouhu's attack with soft strength.If it were the rest of the people, it would be impossible for you to overcome rigidity with softness.

Xia Houhu directly reduced ten sessions with one force, no matter how soft you are, it is useless.

Xia Houhu said: "The humble job has been subdued, at what stage is your highness's current strength?"

Wang Qidao: "In the middle stage of Grandmaster Realm, I guess it's not far from the later stage."

hiss! !

Xia Houhu gasped, thinking that His Highness is indeed a monster.It is estimated that when His Highness's strength breaks through to the peak of the Grandmaster Realm, it will be a breeze to deal with him.

Xia Houhu restrained his mind and said: "Your Highness, there is one more thing. After the humble job breaks through to the peak state, the true essence will continue to grow and run smoothly. Whether it is the power of the true essence or the muscles in the body, it will be further strengthened. This master If you break through to the Grand Master, is there really a world?"

Wang Qi shook his head, and said in a deep voice: "I guess there are great masters, but they are hidden from the world. For the time being, there are no masters at the master level, so let's just leave it alone."

"Yes!"

Xia Houhu nodded.

Wang Qi was also thinking about the great master. He asked someone to find out and investigate, but he didn't find any traces.So now, we can only take one step at a time.

While Xia Houhu was chatting with Wang Qi, Gu Tong hurried over, with a slightly excited expression on his face, and said, "Your Highness, there is news from Lujiang County."

Wang Qi turned around and returned to the tent.

Gu Tong followed and entered, Xia Houhu continued to patrol outside the tent, responsible for guarding Wang Qi's safety.

After Gu Tong stood still, he couldn't wait to say: "Your Highness, the spies we arranged on Chaohu Lake have already found out the news. As for Lujiang County, Gu Kang led a large army and sailed from the water to our Jiujiang County. The big ship from Lujiang County , There are fifty ships. The capacity of a large ship is estimated to be 500 people, and the total number of people on the other side is at least 2 people."

Wang Qi's eyes flashed brightly, and he said, "Well, it's coming. They came by water, which proves that our previous plan is correct."

Ancient channel: "Your Highness, the soldiers in our army have excellent water skills, they can dive into the water, wait for Gu Kang's boat underwater, and then cut through the bottom of the opponent's boat. Victory in this battle."

Wang Qi shook his head when he heard it and said, "This plan is not very feasible."

Gu Tong said, "Why?"

Wang Qi explained: "First, the opponent's boat is not a small boat, but a large boat that can accommodate hundreds of people. Such a boat has a heavy draft and sinks a lot. It will be very difficult for you to drill through the bottom of the boat. .”

"Secondly, there are dozens of ships, and each ship is not standing still. If it is docked in place, I think it is feasible to cut through the bottom of the ship. It is quite difficult for you to cut through the bottom of the ship when the other party is sailing. Especially when you are digging a boat, the boat moves fast and it is not easy to move. In addition, the big boat has many oars, and the oars are constantly stirred, and the water flow changes greatly. If you don’t pay attention, you may sink into the water.”

"Third, in the weather in July and August, the river swells, and Chaohu Lake also swells too much. And because the water swells, the current is faster. So it is more difficult to dig a boat at this time."

Wang Qi said: "Therefore, the strategy of cutting through the bottom of the opponent's ship is not very feasible."

After Gu Tong heard it, he thought about it and nodded.

If you think about it carefully, it is indeed difficult.

Feasibility is too low.

Gu Tong said in a deep voice: "Since this is the case, how can we defend against the enemy in this battle?"

A bright light flashed in Wang Qi's eyes, and he said: "I have considered the strategy of this battle before. Next, we will show the enemy's weakness first, and then cut off the way back, and strive to wipe out all the opponents. For detailed planning, I will That's how it was considered..."

Immediately, Wang Qi elaborated on the detailed plan.

After explaining everything step by step, Wang Qi said, "Gu Tong, what do you think?"

Gu Tong looked annoyed, and said: "Your Highness, why don't I have your brain? I have thought about it carefully. But, I just didn't think it through."

Wang Qi said: "Take your time, you are still young, you should practice more on the battlefield."

For Gu Tong, Wang Qi had high hopes, but looking at it like this, he still couldn't stand alone in a short period of time.Unless there is a special military division to assist.

"Yes!"

Gu Tong answered with a nod.

He didn't delay any longer, and got up to arrange the next thing.

The battle is approaching and needs to be arranged as soon as possible.

Chapter 517

Chaohu Lake, blue waves rippling, stretch as far as the eye can see.

In the weather of August, the water of Chaohu Lake soared even more, so boating on the lake was still a bit bumpy.Fortunately, the warships of Xiong Tai and his party are large ships with strong load bearing and deep draft.Even if there is a storm, it will not have much impact.

The oars were shaken, and the warships continued to move forward.

Xiong Tai didn't wear armor, just a black robe, standing on the deck of the warship, looking into the distance.

When Xiong Tai was in Chu State, he also knew some things about Wang Qi through news from Chu State, but he was not careful enough.These days, through the news from Gu Kang, Xiong Tai already knows Wang Qi like the back of his hand.

In Xiong Tai's view, Wang Qi, like him, is a genius.Whether it is martial arts or strategy, both sides are outstanding, so Xiong Tai's heart is full of fighting spirit.

To defeat Wang Qi.

This is what he must do, to prove himself by defeating Wang Qi, and to prove that Chu State is stronger than Da Zhou.

For a long time, the Great Zhou Dynasty was a kingdom of heaven, a dynasty of the Central Plains, while Chu State lived in a corner.In terms of national power and reputation, Chu State is not comparable to Da Zhou, and even the people of Chu State are called Nanmanzi by countless people of Da Zhou, they are barbarians from the Jingchu area.

Xiong Tai was not convinced.

He wants to break this perception.

Wang Qi is the leader of the younger generation, defeating Wang Qi is equivalent to defeating Da Zhou.Therefore, Xiong Tai now wanted to avenge his past shame and wash away Chu's humiliation.

Xiong Tai put his hand on the deck, he looked at the blue waves in the distance, frowned slightly, and said, "Gu Kang, since we are on the way to Jiujiang County on the Chaohu Waterway, there should be news that Wang Qi Surely will know."

"I thought that Wang Qi would attack us on the water no matter what, and fight us on the water. Unexpectedly, the other party has not sent troops for a long time. According to the current marching speed, we should be able to fight in half an hour at most. Arrive at the ferry of Jiujiang."

"Until now, I have never encountered Wang Qi's navy."

Xiong Tai said: "It seems that Wang Qi will not send warships to fight."

Gu Kang respectfully stood aside and said: "When it comes to the combat effectiveness of the navy, Jiujiang County is far behind. Wang Qi's soldiers are mainly soldiers from the North, soldiers from Xuzhou and even Qingzhou. They went south to Jiujiang County without warships. .”

"Jiujiang County itself, although there are warships, but Lu Yuanda of Jiujiang County is not in the battle formation, and his strength is mediocre. Lu Yuanda doesn't have a navy capable of fighting. It is normal for Wang Qi not to choose water warfare."

From the bottom of his heart, Gu Kang looked down on Lu Yuanda.

Gu Kang is stronger in governing the region.

In war, Gu Kang was much, much stronger than Lu Yuanda.

Xiong Tai looked up at the sun in the sky, and said: "The naval army under your command is good at fighting, but Wang Qi didn't come to fight. It's a pity. But this also shows Wang Qi's wisdom, knowing how to make use of strengths and avoid weaknesses."

Gu Kang said: "Wang Qi is indeed not simple."

For Wang Qi, Gu Kang has never underestimated Wang Qi from the beginning to the end, because the other party is definitely not an ordinary person.

Gu Kang and Xiong Tai were chatting, unaware of the passage of time, the army of Lujiang County had gradually approached the Xilin Ferry.The naval warships of Lujiang County approached cautiously.

The entire army slowed down.

Xiong Tai was very steady and arranged for the warship to approach first, launching a tentative attack.But after some testing, it was found that the water village at Xilin Ferry was completely emptied, and there was no one in sight.

Instinctively, Xiong Tai felt that there was something wrong, so he asked the soldiers under his command to be more cautious, and first let the soldiers land on the shore and station them, so as to meet the army under his command.