xymnovel Chapter 475 Alliance! Joint Efforts
Chapter 475 Alliance! Joint Efforts
"Yun Sheng's (Zhu Sheng's courtesy name) words are reasonable and well-founded, and we must indeed act with caution."
"Zhang Tianxuan's tribe has been engaged in continuous battles with Yang Su of the Great Xuan during this period. If we can form an alliance, it would indeed be a good strategy."
"However, this matter requires sending an envoy to persuade them with sincerity in order to succeed."
After listening, Zhu Yuanzhang remained silent for a moment before finally nodding in approval. Zhu Sheng's plan was exactly what he wanted.
"My lord is wise. I am willing to go to Baizhou in person to persuade Zhang Tianxuan and discuss a plan to resist the enemy."
Upon hearing this, Zhu Sheng's face lit up with joy, and he cupped his hands in greeting.
"Good! Yunsheng, you must be careful on this trip. The fate of our Yellow Turban Army may depend on this one battle."
Upon hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang was even more pleased and clapped his hands with a smile.
Zhu Sheng accepted the order and immediately prepared his luggage, choosing a date to set off.
Before his departure, Zhu Yuanzhang bestowed upon Zhu Sheng fine wine and delicacies as a token of his respect and encouragement.
"Yun Sheng's journey is arduous and far-reaching. I wish you a smooth journey and a successful return. When you return, I will personally welcome you and we will drink a celebratory toast together."
During the banquet, Zhu Yuanzhang raised his cup and said...
"I will forever remember your kindness, my lord."
"On this trip to Baizhou, I will certainly live up to your expectations and persuade Zhang Tianxuan to join me in devising a grand plan. Upon my return, I will drink three hundred cups of wine with my lord."
Zhu Sheng was also moved upon hearing this and raised his glass in response.
After saying this, the two looked at each other and smiled, then drank the wine in their cups.
The next day, Zhu Sheng embarked on his journey to Baizhou with his mission.
The land of Baizhou is blessed with beautiful mountains and rivers, and Zhang Tianxuan's Qingyi Army was stationed here.
Upon arriving in Baizhou, Zhu Sheng did not dare to delay and immediately went to the Qingyi Army camp to request an audience with Zhang Tianxuan.
Upon hearing the news, Zhang Tianxuan was also curious and ordered someone to bring Zhu Sheng into the tent.
Inside the tent, Zhang Tianxuan sat upright at the table, his gaze sharp as he scrutinized the guest who had come from afar.
"General Zhang, how have you been? I, Zhu Sheng, have come to pay my respects. Please forgive my absence."
Zhu Sheng stepped into the tent, cupped his hands in greeting, and said.
"Mr. Zhu is the Yellow Turban Army's chief strategist. He must have important matters to discuss with you. Please speak frankly."
Zhang Tianxuan glanced at her former colleague and smiled slightly.
"General Zhang is a man of few words, so Zhu Sheng will speak frankly as well. In the current situation, the Great Xuan Dynasty's army is pressing in, and the Yellow Turban Army cannot withstand it alone. Only by uniting with other forces can we jointly resist the foreign aggression."
"The general's army is brave and skilled in battle, and has a long-standing relationship with our army. Therefore, we have come to discuss forming an alliance with the general to jointly resist the Great Xuan."
Upon hearing this, Zhu Sheng also spoke frankly and replied.
"Mr. Zhu's words are indeed reasonable. The army of the Great Xuan Dynasty is coming with great force, intending to completely pacify the northern border of Great Xuan. Our Qingyi Army is also a thorn in their side."
"There is nothing wrong with forming an alliance."
After listening, Zhang Tianxuan remained silent for a moment, weighing the pros and cons in her mind, and finally nodded.
Upon hearing this, Zhu Sheng was overjoyed, knowing that Zhang Tianxuan was already interested in forming an alliance. He then explained in detail the benefits of the alliance and the strategy for both sides to fight against the enemy together.
Therefore, the two sides agreed on the specifics of the alliance and agreed on a plan to jointly resist the enemy.
Zhu Sheng was overjoyed to see that the matter had been accomplished, so he bid farewell to Zhang Tianxuan and returned to the Yellow Turban Army camp.
Upon hearing the news of Zhu Sheng's successful return, Zhu Yuanzhang was overjoyed.
He immediately summoned his generals and announced the good news of the alliance with the Green Robe Army.
"We, the Yellow Turban Army, have weathered many storms, but we have never been defeated."
"We will avenge our humiliation and show the Great Xuan army that the Yellow Turban Army has never feared anyone!"
Upon seeing this, Zhu Yuanzhang felt even more filled with pride.
"What do you think, sir? Shall we first engage in battle with Li Yuan, the Duke of Tang?"
Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes gleamed like the brightest star in the night sky as he turned his inquisitive gaze to Zhu Sheng, seeking his opinion.
They didn't have much of a concrete understanding of Li Yuanba, whom they had heard so much about that they were tired of hearing about him, since they only had a handful of top-tier generals on their side.
Especially after Xie Zijing arrived, her unique hidden weapon skills made it impossible for anyone in the Yellow Turban Army to withstand her attacks safely.
Therefore, in their eyes, no matter how strong Li Yuanba was, he couldn't possibly be able to defeat so many of them by himself, right?
Upon hearing this, a thoughtful expression crossed Zhu Sheng's brow.
Although I have not seen Li Yuanba in person, his reputation has resounded like thunder throughout the northern border of the Great Xuan Dynasty during this period.
However, Zhu Sheng understood even more clearly that the way of war lies not in the gains or losses of a single city or place, but in the overall control and the application of strategies.
"I understand your intentions, my lord."
"However, war must be handled with caution, and conflict should not be started lightly."
Zhu Sheng's words were calm and profound, like a gentle spring rain, nourishing things silently.
"Although I have not personally witnessed Li Yuanba's bravery in battle, his recent awe-inspiring presence in the northern border suggests that he must possess extraordinary abilities."
"If our army launches a rash attack, we may fall into their trap, and then it will be too late to regret it."
Upon hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang frowned slightly, clearly puzzled by Zhu Sheng's caution.
The generals around him also had different expressions; some agreed, while others seemed somewhat dissatisfied. The three brothers, Li Hu, Li Yang, and Li Lu, looked particularly anxious.
They longed for a battle, eager to prove their bravery with blood.
"What you say makes sense, sir, but we Yellow Turbans have weathered many storms; how can we be deterred by a mere Li Yuanba?"
"We must understand that morale is something we can use, not something we can afford to lose. If we keep avoiding battle, the morale of the army will collapse, which will be detrimental to the overall situation."
Zhu Yuanzhang's words carried a hint of resentment, and his gaze swept over the crowd, trying to ignite their fighting spirit.
"What you say, my lord, resonates with me. However, while morale is important, strategy is equally indispensable."
"The art of war says: 'Know the enemy and know yourself, and you will never be defeated.' If our army launches an attack blindly without understanding the enemy's situation, it is a major taboo in military strategy."
Upon hearing this, Zhu Sheng gently shook his head, his feather fan waving lightly, and an air of indifference arose spontaneously.
"Li Yuanba's bravery is unmatched by any single person, but war is not a matter for one person alone."
"Our army needs to unite with Zhang Tianxuan's troops to devise a strategy to resist the enemy in order to remain invincible. At this moment, Yun Sheng believes that we should first consolidate the alliance before planning our advance, which is the best course of action."
He paused, then continued.
Zhu Yuanzhang remained silent for a moment. He knew that what Zhu Sheng said was true, but he was still somewhat unwilling, which made it difficult for him to make a decision.
He looked out of the tent; the night was deep, and the stars twinkled, as if telling endless stories.
Finally, he let out a long sigh, a resolute glint in his eyes.
"I am aware of your words, sir. However, morale must not be dampened. We must also fight to boost the morale of our troops."
"But this battle is not for conquering cities and seizing territory, but for probing the enemy's situation and figuring out Li Yuanba's strengths and weaknesses."
"how?"
Zhu Yuanzhang's words carried a hint of determination, and his gaze turned to Zhu Sheng again, as if seeking final confirmation.
"Since my lord has this intention, I will certainly do my utmost."
Upon hearing this, Zhu Sheng was worried, but he also knew that this battle was inevitable. After pondering for a moment, he finally nodded in agreement.