Two days later, the highest level military meeting of Lin Meng's army was held in the dignified City Lord's Mansion. All the people present were the higher-ups under Lin Meng. Even Cheng Yu and Cai Wenji, who had just arrived at Xiapi, were sitting solemnly at the side. However, everyone's table was filled with food and wine.
"Everyone." Meng Lin raised his wine glass and smiled." There's no need to be too serious this time. This meeting is also a welcome for Mr. Cheng Yu. Everyone should eat and drink. Don't stand on ceremony.”
Cheng Yu stood up and toasted." Thank you for your kindness, Generals. You are all meritorious officials in the attack on Xiapi. I, Cheng Yu, will drink first.”
"There are also more than ten cities in Xiapi that we haven't taken down. The Yellow Turban bandits in them have all surrendered.”"Now, the entire Xiapi belongs to the lord," Dian Man said proudly."Only then will the title of Xiapi's prefect truly live up to its name.”
Meng Lin smiled. He was also very happy to see everyone happy. After all, he had gained a lot this time. However, if he was too excited, he would let his guard down. Meng Lin quickly said,"Everyone, don't underestimate Tao Qian and the Yellow Turban bandits. Tao Qian has taken down Kaiyang and Guangling in this period of time. Including the Xuzhou City in his hands, there are a total of three counties and more than 150,000 soldiers. Once he gets better, our days won't be good.”
When everyone heard that, they immediately became nervous.
"There are also Yellow Turban thieves." Cheng Yu sneered." They now occupy Pengcheng, Tan County, and other places. They have more than 200,000 soldiers. Although they are all a motley crew, they are still the strongest in Xuzhou.”
"In that case, of the three forces in Xu Prefecture, we are the weakest?”Dian Wei said gloomily.
"Hahaha, of course!" Cheng Yu laughed loudly." General Dian Wei, you don't have to be depressed. We've been developing for the shortest time, but we're the ones they fear the most. No one can deny this. As long as the lord defended Xiapi and continued to develop, the entire Xu Prefecture would belong to the lord.”
"That's true. To conquer a county in such a short period of time, who else would be so domineering other than the lord? Hahaha.”Dian Wei laughed complacently, and everyone felt proud.
Meng Lin smiled and said seriously,""It won't be easy to defend Xiapi. I only have a few soldiers and horses with me. Excluding the rubbish soldiers and horses guarding the city, I only have around 20,000 soldiers who can fight. Therefore, Tao Qian must die.”
"Very smoothly." Cheng Yu's confident smile instantly piqued everyone's curiosity.
He continued,"Two days ago, Liu Bei was attacked by the lord again. Now, he is drowning his sorrows in wine every day. He is in extreme pain." I've already sent someone to get close to him. As long as I gain his trust after some time, I can trick him into making a move. Once Tao Qian dies, Xu Prefecture will be in chaos again, and the lord will obtain a rare opportunity to develop.”
"Alright, let's do this as soon as possible." "I want to take his life while he's sick. I don't want that old Tao Qian to recover again. That doesn't fit my strategy." Meng Lin said seriously.”
" Don't worry, my lord. Cheng Yu understands!"
Meng Lin smiled in satisfaction."Good! After talking about serious matters, everyone talked about happy matters. Everyone in this battle is very brave. I will reward those who have contributed and punish those who have made mistakes. Tell me, what reward do you want?”
At this point, everyone's eyes lit up. One must know that Dian Wei's good horse made many people envious. Now that they had made a contribution, Man Chong, Dian Man, and Chen Dao shouted without hesitation,"Lord, we want horses!"
"Go, go, go. Don't fight with me." Man Chong said unhappily," I don't even have a good horse to lead the cavalry. It would be embarrassing if word got out. So, my lord, you have to get me a good horse no matter what."”
"Me too. If a general doesn't have a good horse, how can he do it?”Chen Dao also smiled and said," My lord, you see that I've done a lot of meritorious deeds. No matter what, you have to get me a good horse. Even if you don't have a good Dawan steed, an ordinary Xiliang horse will do."”
"Alright, look at how anxious you are.”Meng Lin smiled indifferently.”
"Thank you, my lord." The three of them were ecstatic.
Meng Lin asked Cheng Yu and Dian Wei,""What reward do you two want?”
"My lord, you must be joking. It is my honor to serve you. I have already asked for a good Dawan steed. How can I ask for more rewards?”Dian Wei scratched his head and said," On the contrary, it was Mister Cheng who set fire to the Yellow Turban bandits '50,000 troops. This is a great contribution. Please reward him, my lord."”
"General Dian Wei, you must be joking. The lord knows about the plan to burn down the Eastern Tomb, so I really don't deserve a reward.”Cheng Yu said humbly.
"Since you've all declined, I won't stand on ceremony." Meng Lin said seriously. Now, I've occupied Xiapi and proclaimed myself as the Governor of Xiapi. Dian Wei has made great contributions and was conferred the title of Quyang Marquis. He led 3,000 halberds and 3,000 infantry to guard Quyang City to prevent Tao Qian from ambushing. Chen Dao also made great contributions. He was granted the title of Marquis of Shaoxing and led 1,000 White Turban soldiers and 5,000 infantrymen to defend Shaoxing County and block the Yellow Turban bandits 'attacks.”
"Thank you, my lord!" Dian Wei and Chen Dao knelt down in excitement.
Even though he was only a county marquis and not conferred by the emperor, it was enough to make them excited.
Meng Lin continued," Man Chong, you will be conferred the title of Marquis Wuyi. You will lead 3,000 cavalrymen to train in Wuyi County. You must make this cavalry into an elite force." At the end of his term, he was appointed as Xiapi County Magistrate and led 6,000 sword-shield soldiers to defend Xiapi City. At the same time, he recruited soldiers from Xiapi and handed them over to Du He for training. The more the better.”
"Yes, sir! This subordinate accepts your orders." Full Pet Dian roared excitedly.
"Cheng Yu, conferred the title of Xiapi's doctor. He will be in charge of all Xiapi's government affairs. Tang Zhou will be in charge of assisting him.”
"This subordinate accepts your orders." Cheng Yu and Tang Zhou shouted. Daguan Review Passed: Daguan Time:082420183:16PM
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