My clone is on the other side of the starry sky

"Ergou, is there still no movement in Shangyang County?" In the county government office, Lu Xuan had been studying the map on the table for several days, and today he called all the generals, including Yang Ao, to discuss the matter.

"No, a lot of people from Shangyang have run here in the past few days. Brother, is there something wrong with this?" Ergou shook his head.

"There must be some, but the appearance of refugees is also expected. After all, the people's food has been taken away. They can't survive and have no choice but to leave." Lu Xuan thought.

"Then we also set up checkpoints to prevent these people from coming?" Yang Chong asked.

"That would be too passive. They want us to drive away the people. This is a dilemma. If we accept these refugees, our consumption will inevitably increase. But if we don't accept it, the public support we have gained before will become a joke; and in the long run, the population , that is, resources. Of course, the premise is that we can kill Sun Fang's troops and retake Shangyang County, then all problems will be solved." Lu Xuan shook his head and said: "I am more concerned about when Sun Fang will launch his troops."

"Sun Fang holds his troops still, don't we have more time to prepare?" Yang Ao was temporarily arranged by Lu Xuan to train soldiers, and even generals had to undergo training. In Yang Ao's view, although these new soldiers recruited by Lu Xuan were better than the previous Guiyi Sect The soldiers and horses are stronger, but compared with the official army, they are still far behind. With more time to train, he is confident that he can train a soldier and horse that is not inferior to the official army.

In fact, in his heart, Yang Ao wanted to go to war with Sun Fang most now. Everything about him was destroyed by Sun Fang.

But after experiencing the incident in Shangyang County, Yang Ao became much more stable and knew that many things cannot be rushed.

"In terms of military strength alone, Sun Fang is now enough to crush us, but he has been slow to move. Why?" Lu Xuan did not answer, but asked instead.

"Is he worried about Daozhang Zhang and Huo Zhan?" Yang Ao thought. Sun Fang had no reason to be afraid of these people here. If he was worried, he was probably worried about these two people, right?

A Taoist priest who was proficient in various spells at the Foundation Establishment Realm could be said to be able to form an army with just one person. Plus Huo Zhan and himself were there, so it would be strange for Sun Fang not to be frightened.

If these two people are still there, then at the master level, this side will almost completely defeat the opponent.

"If he still refuses to send troops, this is the only explanation." Lu Xuan rubbed his temples, looked at Yang Ao and said, "If he invites experts, where will he invite them from?"

"There are quite a few masters in the army. The six ranger generals are all at the peak of Transformation Realm. Among the school captains, apart from Li Kai, there are at least eight Transformation Realm generals." Yang Ao recalled.

Coupled with a general who is a fifth-grade martial artist, at least here in Yunzhou, the Guiyi Sect and the army are not directly proportional to each other at the master level. It is still in his own hands to attract Yang Ao, who is in the transformation state, otherwise less.

"However, the generals at the edge of the town have to guard against Kangguo's invasion all year round. They will not move lightly, and the guards at each gate will not be transferred easily." Yang Ao seemed to know what Lu Xuan was worried about, and explained.

"Then there are no decent masters from other forces in Yunzhou?" Lu Xuan asked suddenly. Shangyang County had two transformation realms, Yang Ao and Bai Xingchang, and he didn't believe that there were no such experts in other counties.

"This..." Yang Ao shook his head. The Yang family is not even a poor family. The sources of information are limited. He can still know some from the masters in the military. As for other aspects, it is a bit embarrassing.

Lu Xuan smiled and said: "It's okay. It's good to know that there are so many masters in the army. Our enemy right now is Sun Fang. There is no need to think so far. We still have to trouble Brother Yang about training the soldiers."

"Yes!" Yang Ao cupped his fists and saluted.

"Er Gou, the scope of the investigation should be wider, especially at all the passes into Shangyang County. Send people to investigate. San Dao, ask the craftsmen to step up. The things I want must be made as soon as possible." Lu Xuan stood up. Said: "Let's all get busy!"

"Yes!"

Everyone stood up, bowed to Lu Xuan, and then left.

Lu Xuan got up and returned to his mansion, thinking about this matter in his mind. In an ordinary duel between soldiers and horses, he could still try to make up the gap, but it would be difficult for the masters.

But the battle at the master level can determine the outcome of the war. This is fucked up.

If the opponent takes Zhang Yuanrou and Huo Zhan into account, then the combat power distribution must be based on the two of them. Right now, he only has Yang Ao as a card in his hand, and he must break through to the Transformation Realm as soon as possible.

"The Commander-in-Chief seems to be very distressed." A soft voice sounded, and Liu Yiyi appeared in front of Lu Xuan at some point.

"Yes." Lu Xuan smiled. He was not in the mood to flirt with women right now, so he smiled perfunctorily.

"Why don't you talk to me about it? Even if you can't worry about the commander-in-chief, you can also relieve the worries in your heart." Liu Yiyi came to Lu Xuan without any eyesight and naturally held his arm.

"Madam, do you know how many transformation masters there are in Yunzhou besides the military?" Lu Xuan asked casually.

"I don't know how to practice, let alone a master of transformation. But if there is a possibility of a master, I might know." Liu Yiyi said with a smile.

"Oh?" Lu Xuan didn't expect that there would be an unexpected surprise. He turned to look at Liu Yiyi: "Madam, please tell me."

"Have the Commander-in-Chief ever heard of the Qingyu Jiang family?" Liu Yiyi helped Lu Xuan sit down and asked with a smile.

Lu Xuan shook his head in confusion: "Is this a wealthy family in Yunzhou?"

"Yunzhou is considered a border area, and it is also an important military area in the north of Daqian. It is relatively bitter and cold, and there are wars all year round. There are several big families, but strictly speaking there are no aristocratic families. As for the Jiang family, although they are rich and powerful, they are not qualified to be called an aristocratic family. Rich family." Liu Yiyi shook her head lightly.

What is a family?

For those who have been ministers for many generations, at least three generations of their family must be above the second rank of the imperial court to be called a noble family. A big family must start as a prefect for three generations, that is, starting from the fifth rank. A county magistrate like Shi Guan will not be able to get into the eyes of a truly wealthy family even if he has been passed down for five generations.

"Then what's the origin of this Jiang family?" Lu Xuan asked doubtfully.

"The current prime minister Jiang Song came from Qingyu County." Liu Yiyi said with a smile.

"Such a big background, this is not considered a wealthy family?" Lu Xuan was a little shocked.

"Although Jiang Song is a very popular minister, his background is insufficient. Whether he can maintain his wealth and honor in this life is a matter of doubt, let alone pass it on. The Jiang family is also prosperous because of him. How can he be considered a noble family if his background is shallow?"

Lu Xuan looked at Liu Yiyi strangely. He didn't know if it was an illusion. He felt a bit of resentment from Liu Yiyi's words.

"Have a grudge?"

"Who am I? How can I be qualified to enmity with the first-rank prime minister of the dynasty?" Liu Yiyi said with a smile.

"That's right." Lu Xuan nodded, stroking his chin and said, "But how can the Jiang family interfere in this matter when they are fine?"

"Sun Fangxin was a guest of the Jiang family for three years."

Lu Xuan suddenly turned around and looked at Liu Yiyi with some surprise: "Madam, do you even know this?"

"I was born in a brothel. I welcome people to and from people all day long. I know a lot of gossip. Is it strange?"

Lu Xuan knew that Liu Yiyi was an oiran before she met Shi Guan.

"That is to say, Sun Fang actually belongs to the Jiang family." Lu Xuan looked at Liu Yiyi and said, "Whose side does that general of Zhenbian belong to?"

"The Yin family is a big family in Huangzhou. The seven generations of our ancestors have all been officials of fifth rank or above. Now, in the generation of General Zhenbian, in addition to General Zhenbian Yin Zheng, there is also a cousin who serves as the prefect in Zhangzhou, and two brothers are also in Tiandu. I don’t know where I hold an important position.”

"Then who are the real big families in Yunzhou?" Lu Xuan asked curiously.

"The Zheng family in Qingmen, the Han family in Yancheng and the Shangguan family in Longxing are all prominent families in Yunzhou." Liu Yiyi said, "The rest are all under these three families."

Lu Xuan nodded. These three counties are also the three richest counties in Yunzhou. They face Tianzhou and Dongzhou across a Yun River.

"Thank you, madam, for telling me. This matter is of great use to me." Lu Xuan clasped his fists, with a sincere smile on his face: "I owe you another favor, madam. I have something important to do, madam, please do as you please."

After saying that, he stood up and left.

"Ha, man~" Liu Yiyi looked at his back and pouted. When she first appeared, she clearly felt that this man was perfunctory. Now that it was working, she immediately changed her face. It is said that a woman can fall out faster than she can read a book. , but no matter how fast it is, I'm afraid it can't be as fast as this man!