Chapter 107: Deploying Troops and Formations

  At noon, the steward Bai Tian returned. Behind him were two old men in their fifties and sixties, one of whom was Guo Zui who had appeared last time. Lin Heng nodded politely to him, Guo Zui was a third-grade middle-ranking official, barely able to support his combat power.

  "Master Guo, this is Huang Quanliang, also a senior elder of our Cao family. The other three will arrive shortly. Master Huang, this is Lin Huan, the current master of our Cao family. This time, our Cao family faces a catastrophic disaster, and the lord has entrusted him with full authority over the defense."

  Guo Zui had met Lin Heng before, but nothing was out of the ordinary. However, Huang Guanliang was deeply shocked because he had heard from Guo Zui that Lin Heng was a third-grade strongman. At present, Lin Heng's age was probably only around eighteen, yet he had already become a third-grade strongman?

  He has been practicing for over 50 years, going through a long and arduous journey, and naturally knows how difficult it is to enter the third rank. And Lin Heng is not a sect disciple, let alone looking like he's not even twenty yet, but has become a third-rank cultivator, which is incredibly astonishing! If he didn't know that Gu Zui was not good at joking around, he wouldn't have believed the reality in front of him.

  Perhaps for this reason, Huang Guanliang did not have the arrogance of a strong person who relied on his age, and he bowed to say, "I've seen the master of Lin's house."

  Lin Heng was slightly taken aback by the title, then smiled and said: "Just call me Lin Heng, I'm in charge of the Lin family's affairs now, but once things are settled, I'll step down, I'm not some kind of lord."

  The two of them were guests, equal in status to their host, and they sat down opposite Lin Hui without ceremony.

  Lin Heng then recounted the intelligence about the Qiu family to the two of them. As soon as they heard that the Qiu family had sent ten third-rank officials and one fourth-rank official, their faces turned green. The gap in strength was just too great. Counting the five guest ministers, plus Lin Heng, there were only five third-rank officials or higher on their side. And now fourteen of them have arrived?

  How can we continue fighting like this!

  Less than an hour later, the remaining three guests arrived one after another.

  What surprised Lin was that there was actually a fourth-grade strongman among them, which made him feel much more at ease. To know that the Qiu family's so-called ten three-product is indeed a great pressure, but the most terrifying thing is that four-product strongman. The four-product strongman can easily kill the three-product, just like when he dealt with the five-product Tianwei, it was a single axe that could behead him.

  This four-product guest is called Zhang Cai Feng, with smooth skin and a face that looks like it should be in its 40s, but the actual age should not be limited to this. Since she was the only four-strong, the other four people took the lead in saluting her and greeting her.

  She was extremely surprised that Lin Huan had reached the third rank at such a young age and slightly nodded her head in acknowledgement.

  The other two were Lin Nian and Zhao Kui, who were both third-grade officials, one in the later period and one in the middle period.

  As a result, Lin's bottom card was immediately abundant. Of course, compared to the mighty Qiu family, they still had a huge gap.

  Lin Heng sighed at the depth of the Cao family's hidden strength, such a profound foundation, it was no wonder that they had dominated Qingniu Town for nearly a hundred years.

  "Hum, Qiu family! You think you can turn Qingniu Town into your vassal state? This time, I, Lin Heng, will knock all your teeth out!"

  Lin Heng's gloom was swept away, and his confidence surged. With such strength, combined with the home advantage of Qingniu Town, occupying the heavens, earth, and human benefits, and having a large number of low-ranking warriors from the Cao family as a shield behind him. Even if you bring more powerful people, they will only be sent to their deaths!

  He recounted the intelligence on Qiu's family attack to everyone, and the three people behind him were all frowning like Guo Zui and Huang Guanping in front. However, Zhang Cai Feng soon became nonchalant, as a 4th-grade strongman, she possessed super strength, others might die, but she wouldn't. Because once she couldn't defeat them, she could flee with all her might, unless the opponent had a 5th-grade strongman, otherwise it was impossible to kill her.

  The other four also knew that this battle was dangerous, but none of them had any idea of running away. After all, they were guest officials appointed by the Cao family for many years. The other party had spent a lot of money to support them for many years, providing them with Danshan medicine every year, so that they could focus on their cultivation and save their lives in critical moments. They still had some professional ethics.

  Lin Hongdao said, "This life-and-death battle has troubled several of you. The Qiu family is cruel by nature, and your sacrifices are not only related to the rise and fall of the Cao family, but also to the survival of Qingniu Town. If several of you can sacrifice yourselves to help the Cao family through this disaster, not only will the Cao family thank you for your kindness, but the people of Qingniu Town will also remember it in their hearts."

  "Eating people's salary, loyal to people's affairs. This is our duty, Lin... Lin Hou, you don't need to be polite." Zhang Cai Feng waved her hand and said: "We are limited in ability, only responsible for being soldiers and generals. Since Master Cao has let you take charge of this battle, he must have his reasons. How to fight, how to arrange, it's all up to you. You make the decision, tell us, and we'll execute."

  Lin Hengyu said, "Then I'll thank you all first. Manager Bai, please arrange rest rooms for the seniors. Seniors, we are discussing the battle plan and will inform you of it tonight."

  Bai Tian led the five guests away, while Cao Hongjuan and Cao Zhi were present but couldn't get a word in edgewise. It wasn't that they didn't want to interrupt, it's just that the other five weren't even bothered to respond to them. This is the difference between social classes - if you want to gain others' respect, your abilities can't be too far behind theirs.

  How can a third-rate or fourth-rate person like you be compared with a first-rate person? Are you still listening to my command? Where should the face of a third-rate strong person be placed?

  Cao Hongjuan and her brother saw these high-ranking strongmen for the first time, their emotions surged, and they also fell into the eyes of these strongmen's arrogance. They couldn't help but admire their father's foresight, as he had anticipated that their status was too low, and when facing these big shots, they didn't even have the qualifications to speak.

  If command were given to them, basically no need to fight, it is already known that this battle will inevitably fail.

  Lin Heng said slowly: "According to speculation, Qiu Jiaqiang will probably arrive in Lin Qing Niu Town tomorrow. As for the big battle, apart from a contest of strength, it also requires unity of heart and mind, and mobilizing all the people of Lin Qing Niu Town."

  "Miss Hongjuan, please dispatch someone to spread the news of Qiu's family invasion and their past evil deeds in other towns, both openly and secretly, to the ears of the people. Let them know that Qingniu Town is facing a cruel disaster. As long as they are aware of the terrifying consequences of Qiu's family occupying Qingniu Town, although they were dissatisfied with Cao's family before, they will all stand on the same front line with Cao's family... Hmm, remember one thing, from now on, strictly restrain Cao's family members. If anyone is found bullying the people as before, severely and publicly punish them immediately."

  "You're familiar with the Cao family's personnel, so you'll be in charge of this matter. You don't need to handle it personally, just assign someone you trust to take care of it. The task must be completed tonight."

  Cao Hongjuan's face turned slightly red, after all, Lin was saying that the Cao family had done many unjust things in Qingniu Town and had lost the hearts of the people. Although it was true, there was still a sense of being slapped in the face.

  It's a slap in the face, but she knew that Lin Heng's policy was necessary. Now that the great enemy is approaching, it's all about unity and solidarity. If they don't mobilize the people's spirit of resistance, Cao Ai will lose its most important strength. Moreover, if this hidden danger is not eliminated, the people may harbor resentment and produce a counterproductive effect, harming their own side.

  She turned around and walked out, arranging her departure.

  Lin Heng's approach was steady and meticulous, causing her to suddenly have confidence in his ability to handle things.

  Lin Heng turned to face Li Yunfei, the leader of the inner gate, and said: "You will gather the 93 second-grade officials within the inner gate and wait for orders. The remaining ones will be divided into more than 2,000 people, forming 50 small teams, responsible for patrolling the safety of Qingniu Town from now on. If there are any suspicious persons or enemy spies, capture them immediately. The last thousand or so people will form 10 small teams, with team leaders set up, directly under my command, ready to go into battle at any time."

  "1,200 men of the Imperial Guard were similarly divided into ten small detachments of 120 men each, ready to strike at any moment."

  Nei Men Tong Ling Li Yunfei and Jia Wei Tong Ling Huang Linhua retreated after receiving orders.

  "Fifty Blue Guards were divided into five groups, each group cooperating with a team of Jiaowei to deal with one third-grade strongman. The remaining strongmen would be left to us. Dealing with the large teams of low-ranking warriors from the Qiu family was not a problem, the most troublesome ones were the three third-grade strongmen on their side. Cao Zhi, go to 'Duobao Hall' and gather some information, see how many Lei Zhenzi they have, or if there are any long-range weapons that can pose a threat to third-grade strongmen, no matter how expensive they are, we'll take them."

  "Just call me by my name, and I'm sure Mr. Two Million will make it convenient for you. If he intentionally makes things difficult or tries to be clever, just take it by force, don't be polite with him. After today, who knows if there's a tomorrow, so don't worry about it."

  At this time, Cao Hongjuan happened to return. As soon as she heard the words, both she and Cao Zhi were embarrassed. The two had lived in Qingniu Town for many years, although they didn't know the specific details of 'Duobao Fang', but they also understood that the other party was not to be trifled with. Although the Cao family has always been tyrannical, they have always shown respect and courtesy to 'Duobao Fang'.

  Lin Heng's behavior is too lawless and unscrupulous.

  However, since Cao Zhi said so, Lin Heng naturally followed suit, and he also felt that what Lin Heng said made a lot of sense. At this critical moment of life and death, there was no need to think so far ahead.

  "Also, expand all of Cao's scouts' lines of sight by another thirty kilometers. When enemy tracks are discovered, I want to be informed at the first possible moment."

  When Cao Zhi went out, Lin Heng studied the map of the town in the difference hall, making subtle deployments. Cao Hongjuan and several assistants continuously recorded and sent them out one after another. At this time, Lin Heng thoroughly exploded his true nature as a master strategist, pointing at the map positions while narrating, talking endlessly about every possible attack route of the enemy, without missing any details. With his calm and steady demeanor, he made several clever moves that were sharp and powerful.

  Cao Hongjuan only felt that the first time she met this low-key opponent, she recognized this poor boy who had always been looked down upon by her! ... This person is simply a military genius, how can he be so familiar with famous military details? The grand battle plan was arranged without any flaws, calculated to perfection?

  It's too terrifying, this person is simply a pervert! She was recording Lin Yang's tactical deployment and key points on one hand, while her heart was churning with huge waves on the other. Father, you really are too accurate at judging people, this Lin Yang is indeed a pervert!

  She listened to Lin Hou's tactics one by one, and in her heart, she was only sure of one thing: even without the five guest kings, as long as there was this abnormal Lin Hou, the Qiu family couldn't take down Qingniu Town with eleven super strong three-product holders!

  PS: Thanks for "Rainbow" 's reward.