Liu Bowen's strategy is better than a million soldiers
Before Zhu Yuanzhang could raise his head, he heard Liu Ji's low and firm voice.
Before Zhu Yuanzhang could raise his head, he heard Liu Ji's low and firm voice say: "Please kill those who advocate abandoning the city and surrendering!"”
Zhu Yuanzhang was very frustrated by the situation that the city of Nanjing was besieged by Chen Youliang's army. Strategists from all walks of life expressed their opinions at the emergency military meeting, but none of them could come up with an effective solution.
In the midst of these arguments, Liu Ji remained silent, his eyes revealing a contemptuous smile, and he looked disdainfully at the strategists who could only talk on paper and boast about themselves. Zhu Yuanzhang was also disappointed in these people, because none of them realized that Chen Youliang's real target was Jiangnan and the whole world, not just Nanjing. Abandoning Nanjing not only meant the loss of a thousand-year-old fortress, but also the loss of capital to compete with Chen Youliang.
Zhu Yuanzhang knew very well that even if he failed, these strategists could still continue to work for him under Chen Youliang. And his fate may not be much better than Xu Shouhui. However, all the strategists didn't notice the changing expression on Zhu Yuanzhang's face, and they were still arguing for their opinions one by one.
Zhu Yuanzhang's gaze stayed on Liu Ji. Among this group of people who have been frightened by Chen Youliang, Liu Ji maintains a calm and calm posture, which is very eye-catching. The moment Liu Ji's eyes met Zhu Yuanzhang, Zhu Yuanzhang saw a glimmer of hope. He believed that this famous man from eastern Zhejiang, whom he had painstakingly invited, must have unique insights.
So, Zhu Yuanzhang saluted Liu Ji and said modestly: "I don't know if Mr. has a good plan?"Liu Ji just smiled and didn't speak.
Zhu Yuanzhang guessed Liu Ji's concerns, he understood that Liu Ji had unique opinions, but he didn't want to say it in public, because he knew that other strategists would attack his views en masse. Liu Ji is not afraid of other strategists, but he is unwilling to waste time in endless quarrels.
Zhu Yuanzhang, who was thoughtful, immediately understood Liu Ji's concerns, so he summoned Liu Ji into the small room next to the conference room, closed the door, turned to Liu Ji and gave Liu Ji a deep bow, and said sincerely: "Please sir, please give me advice." Before Zhu Yuanzhang even had time to raise his head, he heard Liu Ji's low and firm voice say: "Please behead those who advocate abandoning the city and surrendering!"Zhu Yuanzhang was taken aback, he had never seen Liu Ji, who was usually polite and polite, gritted his teeth so much. However, Liu Ji's words ignited the fire in Zhu Yuanzhang's heart, because these people were talking about his heart. So, Zhu Yuanzhang motioned for Liu Ji to continue.
Liu Ji continued: "* The momentum is big, but I found that they also have weaknesses, and we have the advantage of winning. Although our army is weak, we also have strengths that are worth exploiting. Zhu Yuanzhang was greatly interested in Liu Ji's words, and although he hoped to have a decisive battle with Chen Youliang in Nanjing, he also knew that his strength could not compete with Chen Youliang. Hearing Liu Ji mention that he had the advantage of winning, Zhu Yuanzhang's attention was more focused.
Liu Ji began to analyze: "The art of war has clouds, and then those who cannot be controlled will rush to their emptiness." Even the weakest army will have its own strengths;No matter how strong an enemy is, there will be weaknesses. As long as we can take advantage of our opponents' weaknesses and use our strengths to deal with their weaknesses, then the offensive and defensive momentum will be easily replaced. Zhu Yuanzhang nodded again and again, signaling Liu Ji to continue.
Liu Ji continued: "Although they are strong, they have some fatal weaknesses: first, Chen Youliang hurriedly marched, killed Xu Shouhui and usurped the throne as emperor, and the soldiers did not completely echo him, and were eager to send troops east. As long as we defeat **, his rule will inevitably face the danger of rebellion, and ** will fall apart. Secondly, ** far away, the soldiers were tired and unfamiliar with the local terrain. And we are based in Nanjing, occupy a favorable geographical position, and can take advantage of the situation and wait for work. It's not that we haven't found an opportunity to beat. ”
Zhu Yuanzhang listened to Liu Ji's analysis, and his face showed a hint of relief. However, he still said with doubts: "Although every army has weaknesses, the strength of the ** is really overwhelming. ”
Liu Ji replied with a smile: "Has the lord ever torn the cloth?"No matter how tough the cloth is, as long as you find a flaw, you can easily pull it down the crack. Now that we have found the Achilles' heel of **, then we can develop a tactical arrangement around this weakness. ”
Zhu Yuanzhang nodded in agreement and asked Liu Ji to continue to elaborate.
Liu Ji continued: "First of all, the morale is unstable, and once they suffer defeat, they will inevitably be completely defeated. Therefore, we must maintain the stability of the morale of the army, even in the case of a small defeat, we must stabilize our position and wait for the opportunity to give the first fatal blow. We should be generous, reward the soldiers, and let the whole army work together and everyone work hard, so that we may be able to deal a heavy blow. Second, we should attack the strong with the weak, and we need to use surprise tactics. **Coming from afar, the soldiers are tired and unfamiliar with the terrain. And we are stationed in Nanjing, occupying a favorable position, and can wait in ambush, using their exhaustion and Chen Youliang's pride to set up an ambush plan, which is a good opportunity from God. ”
Zhu Yuanzhang listened to Liu Ji's analysis, and he understood the meaning of what Liu Ji said. Zhu Yuanzhang, who has experienced a hundred battles, does not need to ask Liu Ji in detail like a dumbfounder, because he has already drawn up a rough plan of action in his heart. He knew that it was a wise move to invite Liu Ji three times, because the perspective Liu Ji had given them was so precious.
Zhu Yuanzhang decided to break the deadlock and devised a sophisticated plan to deal with Chen Youliang's attack. He firmly believes that he can find an opportunity to fight back in the difficult situation. No matter what the battle situation is, Liu Ji's insights have given him the confidence and motivation to break through the predicament. Zhu Yuanzhang was determined to take advantage of the weakness of ** and promote the victory of the decisive battle with bravery and wisdom.
Author: Wang Gongjian.