502

Zhang Ping's withdrawal of the Jibei Army, which he commanded, was a great cause for celebration.

The old duke immediately sent a message to the Crown Prince in the Capital City by express horse.

After some consideration, Zhou Gu said to the old Duke: "Grandfather, you and Big Brother can take 100,000 troops from Jinglu back home, while Third Brother and I will take 200,000 troops to the border."

The old duke looked at him.

"Xiaoqi and I suspect that Zhang Ping is in collusion with Dawei. When Zhang Ping mobilizes his troops, Dawei will definitely mobilize as well. Dawei will not wait for Zhang Ping to gain the advantage before taking action. Dawei must be waiting for internal strife in Daliang before they move. Therefore, if we rush to the border, we could deter Dawei from acting. If we cannot do that, we can at least block the iron cavalry of Dawei." Zhou Gu said.

The old duke nodded, stroking his beard, "That's possible, and it makes sense."