xymnovel Chapter 821 Rebel Alliance, Ji Bu as Envoy
Chapter 821 Rebel Alliance, Ji Bu as Envoy
"Not only that, Your Majesty, if we can bring the thirty-six rebel kings into the Dayong Dynasty, we can also make them our cannon fodder to shield us from the Nine Heavens Army."
"In this way, we Jiangdong men can sacrifice fewer people, preserve our strength, and wait for the right opportunity."
Fan Zeng smiled slightly and continued.
Upon hearing this, a ruthless glint flashed in Xiang Yu's eyes.
He understood Fan Zeng's meaning: to use the thirty-six rebel kings to weaken the Nine Heavens Army and buy time for their Chu army.
"Father's plan is indeed brilliant! I will immediately send an envoy to the south of Da Xuan to contact the thirty-six rebel kings and propose an alliance."
However, he was not a kind person to begin with, so he had no psychological burden and immediately nodded, saying in a deep voice.
"Your Majesty, the envoy is heading to the south of Da Xuan. Be sure to be careful and not let the news leak out."
"In addition, we must make full preparations in case the Nine Heavens Army launches a sudden attack."
"It just so happens that Guangque County in Quezhou has a strategic location, with many mountains and forests to the north and a network of waterways to the south, connecting many major rivers and lakes in Jiangdong."
"We can use this terrain to set up an ambush and lure the enemy deep into our territory. Even if Han Xin doesn't fall for it, we can still give them a hard time."
Fan Zeng nodded, stroked his beard, and then continued to give instructions.
"Rest assured, Father, I will act with caution and make thorough preparations."
"I will personally oversee the defenses of Guangque County to ensure they are foolproof."
Upon hearing this, Xiang Yu felt a chill run down his spine. He understood Fan Zeng's intention: to first prepare the Chu army's defenses, and at the same time, to use the terrain to their advantage to resist the Nine Heavens Army's attack.
Finally... we just have to wait for those cannon fodder rebels to arrive!
Seeing this, Fan Zeng felt somewhat relieved. Looking into Xiang Yu's double pupils, a strange sense of trust welled up in his heart.
Although Xiang Yu was young and impetuous, he possessed an indomitable tenacity, and now he was dealt a blow at the very moment when he was most arrogant.
If Xiang Yu can recover and given some more time, he will surely be able to regain his composure and lead the Chu army out of its predicament with a completely new attitude.
Thinking of this, Fan Zeng said no more, but stood quietly to the side, watching Xiang Yu calmly arrange everything.
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Several days later, dressed in plain clothes and disguised as a Chu army intelligence agent, Ji Bu passed through many checkpoints and quietly arrived at the camp of the thirty-six rebel kings in the south of Da Xuan.
At this moment, the camp was bustling with activity, with military flags fluttering and voices clamoring. The troops of various rebel kings had gathered here, creating a magnificent spectacle.
At the entrance to the camp, the guards were heavily armed, but seeing that Ji Bu was holding a special token, the guards conducted a brief inspection and reported to their superiors before quickly allowing him to enter.
Inside the camp, banners fluttered and morale was high. Although the armies of the various rebel kings operated independently, they had formed a force to be reckoned with under Xuan Yuanpo's leadership.
Ji Bu followed the guards all the way to the central army tent, where several soldiers were already waiting. Upon his arrival, one of them stepped forward to lead the way.
Inside the tent, the candlelight flickered, illuminating two composed faces—Xuanyuan Po and Mo Ranchen.
Xuanyuan Po sat upright behind the desk, his armor gleaming coldly in the candlelight, his brows exuding an undeniable domineering aura.
Mo Ranchen stood to the side, holding a map, and was talking quietly with Xuan Yuanpo.
The two men sat facing each other at the table, the map covered with dense markings, their brows furrowed.
"My lords, a special envoy from Xiang Yu's Chu army in Jiangdong has come to visit. Please click to read Chapter 825, 'The Rebel King's Camps, Ji Bu as Envoy.' He has important matters to discuss."
After the soldiers leading the way saluted, they stepped aside.
"Oh? Xiang Yu's special envoy? Let him in."
Xuanyuan Po waved his hand, signaling the soldiers to retreat, while secretly pondering what Xiang Yu's intentions were in sending someone here at this time.
He then looked up at the tent entrance, a hint of curiosity flashing in his eyes.
Mo Ranchen gently stroked his short beard, his eyes revealing a hint of scrutiny.
"I have been ordered by the Jiangdong Overlord of the Great Yong Dynasty to come and discuss important matters with Alliance Leader Xuanyuan."
Ji Bu stepped into the tent, took a few steps forward, presented the letter with both hands, and said respectfully.
Xuan Yuanpo took the letter and slowly unfolded it. Mo Ranchen also leaned closer to take a closer look. After reading it, the two looked at each other and smiled, a knowing look flashing in their eyes.
Xuan Yuanpo took the letter and slowly unfolded it, while Mo Ranchen also leaned closer to take a closer look.
In the letter, Xiang Yu detailed the current situation and proposed a joint operation, hoping that the thirty-six rebel kings could send troops to Quezhou to share the Dayong Dynasty with the Chu army and gradually seize its vast territory.
After reading the letter, Xuan Yuanpo and Mo Ranchen exchanged a knowing smile, their eyes filled with unspoken meaning.
With Xuanyuan Po and the other two's abilities, they could naturally see that Xiang Yu was using a strategy of using one enemy to devour another, intending to use them to weaken the strength of the Nine Heavens Army, so that the Chu army in Jiangdong could reap the benefits from the rear.
"Hmph, Xiang Yu has certainly made a good plan."
"Does he think we can't see through his thoughts?"
Xuanyuan Po chuckled and placed the letter on the table.
"I know a little about this overlord. Xiang Yu is brave but lacks wisdom. It's unlikely that his idea of coming here to contact us rebel kings was his own suggestion."
Mo Ranchen chuckled softly and shook his head slightly.
Upon hearing this, Ji Bu, sitting to the left, felt a chill run down his spine but dared not say anything more, simply waiting quietly for the two big shots to make their next move.
"However, Xiang Yu's suggestion was not entirely without merit."
"We have been locked in a stalemate with Yang Jian, the Duke of Sui, in the southern part of Daxuan for a long time, and we do need to find a new way out."
Xuanyuan Po stood up, walked to the map, and gently traced the markings on it with his finger.
"Moreover, the Nine Heavens Army is powerful. If we can join forces with the Chu army, it might not be a bad thing for us. At least, we can temporarily relieve the pressure from Yang Jian before we destroy the Nine Heavens Army."
Mo Ranchen nodded in agreement.
He was also furious. Yang Jian was clearly playing the coward, determined to implement a scorched-earth policy and use the various fortified cities, the vast strategic depth, and the powerful logistical capabilities to wear them down.
"However, we cannot simply become the vanguard of the Chu army in Jiangdong."
"It is possible to divide our forces and go to Quezhou, but how we proceed is up to us to decide."
Xuan Yuanpo changed the subject, his eyes sharpening.
"If my lord has any ideas, we can send out a few rebel kings to scout ahead and see just how strong the Nine Heavens Army, which is so powerful in both the Great Qian and Great Yong dynasties, really is."
Mo Ranchen smiled slightly and picked up the conversation.
Hearing this, Ji Bu, who had been feeling somewhat uneasy, secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
He was initially worried that if Xiang Yu and Fan Zeng's plans were exposed, it would lead to the breakdown of the alliance.
But now it seems that both Xuan Yuanpo and Mo Ranchen are sensible people and have their own plans.
Even though the two saw through Fan Zeng's obvious plan, they were not particularly opposed to it; on the contrary, they were somewhat eager to try.