In the central army's tent, all the generals gathered.

The current situation of the war is beneficial to our own side. At this time, Xiao Yuan is ambitious and has the attitude of directly fighting the Yangtze River.

He tied his hair with his hair and walked casually while walking, saying, "Now, Peng Shuang has captured Jiangling, and the waterways of the Huai River are unobstructed. Our warships can be transported to the front line and the troops are facing the Yangtze River."

This is the role played by occupying Jiangling.

Before this was the city of Wu, and your warship could not pass by. Now, the waterway has been transported. Regardless of the strength, food and grass, you can follow the Huai River and drive the warship to the north bank of the Yangtze River.

Then, we fought a shocking battle between the Yangtze River with Wu and Chu countries.

As long as you win this battle, the infantry landed on the south bank and the army advanced together, the entire Jiangnan would be within easy reach!

This is exactly what Xiao Yuan thinks now.

When the generals heard this, they were all in high spirits, and many people showed excitement on their faces. Xu Rong clasped his fists and said, "Master! Since that's the case, what are we waiting for? Please order the king to gather the army and directly cross the Yangtze River!"

"Yes, the king! Now the Wu army retreated to the south bank, and Jiangling is in the hands of General Peng again. Our main force can gather on the north bank!" Another general agreed.

The generals wanted to fight the Yangtze River as soon as possible, but Wang Su shook his head and said, "Although he got Jiangling, there is still a lot of inappropriateness to cross the river."

As soon as he finished speaking, Jia You said, "I have agreed that there are nearly 150,000 Chu troops in Xiangyang City. It is too dangerous to put them behind us."

Hearing this, Xu Rong said carelessly: "Sir, I'm worried that although there is a Chu army stationed in Xiangyang, the boy in Hanzhou is just a turtle shrouded, so you don't have to pay attention to it!"

"It is a taboo for military strategists to ignore the enemy's troops in the back line. Now Hanzhou is not sticking to it, but once our army crosses the river, he will attack from Xiangyang. This is a very likely thing, and the king must not ignore it." Jia You said.

Of course, Xiao Yuan understood this truth, but he had a bold idea, which was to force the river and then attack Chu Du and force the King of Chu to surrender. As long as Chu Du surrenders, the Chu army in Xiangyang will be defeated without fighting.

But this plan is too dangerous and he needs to combine the opinions of everyone.

After thinking about it, he also looked at Yan Qi, because this was the commander of the navy and the battle of crossing the river, his opinions were crucial.

Seeing this, the latter first considered it and then said: "I don't agree with crossing the river now. Although we can transport warships to the north shore, compared with the Wu Navy, both the number and combat power of warships are slightly weaker. Moreover, the Wu army is well aware of the waters of the Yangtze River. At this time, the battle of crossing the river may be defeated."

He directly stated that there was a possibility of defeat.

The generals couldn't help but look at each other.

This is a very serious problem. Xiao Yuan led a large army to fight south. If he was defeated by the Wu army on the Yangtze River, he would inevitably flee in a hurry. At that time, the Chu army in Xiangyang would encircle and block it again, and the consequences would be unimaginable.

This battle is related to the entire Jiangnan region and the future belonging of the world.

Taking advantage of the situation to cross the river, Xiao Yuan had to consider it carefully. Once a wrong military decision is made, it is very likely to trigger a chain reaction later.

At this time, Yan Qi said again: "I suggest that you leave a unit to build warships on the north bank of the Yangtze River and train navy. My main force will continue to siege Xiangyang, and wait until the time is right, it will not be too late to cross the river again."

"I'm going to discuss it."

"I also agree..."

Jia You, Wang Su and other strategists all stood up.

Xiao Yuan glanced at everyone, took a deep breath and said, "The battle in Xiangyang cannot be decided in the short term. Is this southern expedition going to take three to five years? If so, Qin will be exhausted."

"King, the southern expedition is of great importance and you must not take risks. Once the situation changes, our country's efforts over the years will be wasted." Wang Su said.

Jia You also said: "At present, although we cannot win the battle, the Chu army will besieged by the army, and the Chu army will be frightened. You can take a quick look at it."

"I agree with Lord Jia's saying that Xu was in Xiangyang in the rear, built warships on the front line, and trained naval troops to make our army familiar with the waters and make it more conducive to crossing the river in the future." Yan Qi said.

Xiao Yuan is not a stubborn person. He will definitely adopt favorable opinions. Since the strategist and the navy commander said so, he no longer hesitated and immediately said:

"Okay! Then quickly occupy all the cities north of the Yangtze River and completely isolate Xiangyang!"

"The warship construction and the navy's training will be handed over to General Yan Qi."

"As for the order." The latter quickly bowed his hands and bent down.

This military convening also determined the Qin army's subsequent military operations. It was the only way for the river to surround Xiangyang first, build warships, and train naval troops.

With the issuance of the highest military order, the generals of various units began to attack from all directions with small troops, recapturing the counties north of the Yangtze River.

Among them, 50,000 troops also entered the Linzhang area.

In just two months, except for Xiangyang, Jiangbei region has all obtained from the Qin army.

At this time, looking from the sand table, there were small black flags everywhere in Xiangyang City. At this time, even if Hanzhou wanted to retreat south, it was impossible.

Chu State's Conferred Hall.

Of course, Wang Ting is paying close attention to the situation.

After listening to the report, the King of Chu couldn't help asking: "After the King of Qin captured Jiangling, he did not cross the river?"

"Yes." A minister returned: "The main force of the Qin army is still besieging Xiangyang, and another 100,000 are dispatching naval troops at the Hanchuan Ferry."

"Where is the Wu army?"

"The Wu army set up a favorable defense line along the river, and its navy camp was right opposite the Qin army, looking across the river."

"Yeah..." The King of Chu frowned slightly: "The situation in Xiangyang is not good. It's time for Lingguo to send troops at this time."

He placed his hope on the Ling Army. As long as the Ling Kingdom sends troops, he doesn't believe that the King of Qin will dare to surround Xiangyang for several years.

This is what he thought.

Next, after some war discussion, another minister stood up and began to plead for Cui Ji.

Although Cui Ji was arrogant, he must have friends in the Chu State for so many years. In addition, after he was imprisoned, he frequently sent gold and silver and activities in various places, and has made a lot of progress.

Moreover, the King of Chu's anger had long since disappeared. After several ministers said some good things, he waved his hand impatiently: "Okay, there is no need to talk about Cui Ji anymore, let him go."

In this way, Cui Ji was imprisoned for a while and finally saw the light of heaven again. However, after being released from prison, he did not think about thanking Wang En, but felt that the King of Chu was stubborn and indecisive, and was not a wise ruler.

I even feel that I am in Chu State and will sooner or later have a great disaster.
Chapter completed!