Chapter 288 The enemy chieftains head is presented
It was late at night, the stars and moon were dim, and the entire Yehu Ridge was shrouded in darkness. Only the flickering lights in the Lingkou Fortress dotted the dark night. Under the raging north wind, the military fortress was slightly deserted, except for the guards who stayed.
Except for the officers and soldiers, most of the officers and soldiers went out to defeat the Liao Dynasty.
Outside the residence where Emperor Liu stayed, the guards of Suwei were still standing there, not wanting to avoid the wind and cold. Especially the majestic Ouchi guards at the door, who looked like they would not allow strangers to approach him.
In the dim and narrow corridor, sporadic lights illuminated two figures, one sitting and one standing, one still and one moving. The one who was sitting was calm and carefree, while the one who was standing was wandering around. It was Liu Xi, the Duke of Jin, the Bachelor of the Cabinet, and the Secretary Cheng.
Zhang Yong.
"I'm talking to Bachelor Zhang, the good news has been passed on early and the victory has been determined. You should stop wandering around here and be calm. I think you are tired from walking. Come and sit for a while!" Liu Xi looked at the people pacing back and forth.
Zhang Yong said casually, and moved his buttocks to make room for him.
Zhang Yong is in his thirties. Although he looks ordinary, he is a Confucian scholar. He belongs to the old school of Confucianism. He insists on morality, maintains the orthodox status of Confucianism, and disciplines himself and others. Of course, if he is just a simple Confucian minister, it is difficult to become Liu.
The emperor's closest associates.
What is commendable about Zhang Yong is that while he has moral cultivation, he also has talents for studying Confucian classics. This is also one of his ideological concepts. While studying Confucian classics, he also spent a lot of energy on specific matters such as law, water conservancy, and farming.
on professional skills.
Emperor Liu admired this man not only for his own talents, but more importantly, because he saw some shadows of Wang Pu and Fan Zhi in him.
Of course, this is not a perfect person. For example, as an official, he is honest and self-disciplined, but he pays too much attention to his reputation. Moreover, he is too urgent in dealing with things and often finds it difficult to feel at ease when faced with emergencies.
No, when he and Liu Xi came to see him and report the military situation, it would be difficult for him to stand tall and wait anxiously. If it were someone else who made fun of him, Zhang Yong would have been dissatisfied, but facing Liu Xi, he could only show a little simplicity.
With a smile on his face, he responded: "Victory rewards come frequently. I am so excited that I cannot control myself, which makes His Highness laugh!"
Liu Xi smiled and looked at Zhang Yong. He just thought this person was interesting. People like Zhang Yong were not liked by their colleagues. He performed his official duties and had no personal relationships. He was merciless in his dealings. Others thought he was stingy.
He laughs at his pursuit of fame, but in Liu Xi's view, if the Han Dynasty had a few more officials like Zhang Yong who put their knowledge into practical use, it would be a clear stream in the officialdom.
"Scholar Zhang is full of enthusiasm for the country, the court, and the common people, which is really admirable!" Liu Xi said flattering words.
"Your Highness is ridiculous! I don't dare to accept it! Your Majesty will not treat me as a humble minister, but I will give you a favor that is as deep as the East Sea. I dare not forget it. I can only do my best to repay the favor..." Zhang Yong said
, and even arched his hands toward the house.
Seeing that Zhang Yong did not forget to express his gratitude to Emperor Liu in his words, Liu Xi smiled and said: "Who said that Bachelor Zhang is unkind? I think the person who said this is really ignorant."
"Your Highness is joking!"
While the two were chatting, the waiter in the room added candles to make the room brighter, and soon the news came out that Emperor Liu had summoned him. When he received Liu Xi and Zhang Yong, Emperor Liu showed a lazy attitude, simple clothes, and looked like he had just woken up.
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"I had a good sleep this time!" Emperor Liu sat down and slouched, smiling at the two of them.
Liu Xi: "You have been working hard these days, working hard at military affairs, and you really need a good rest to recuperate your dragon body!"
Looking at the deep night outside, the cold wind that penetrated seemed to wake up Emperor Liu a little. He shook his somewhat groggy head, looked at the two of them, and said, "Tell me, what was the result of the battle?"
As early as afternoon, when he learned that the Liao army was defeated and the victory was determined, Emperor Liu put aside his concern and paid no attention to it. He went to bed and slept peacefully until the deep night. What made him happy was when he woke up.
Come, you can listen to the good news ahead.
Liu Xi gave Zhang Yong the opportunity to report. Feeling grateful, Zhang Yong took out a preliminary statistics of the battle results and read in a brisk tone: "Your Majesty, in the battle of Yanzi City, so far, it is known that our army has
More than 3,000 enemies were killed and more than 2,000 were captured. The Liao army was scattered and defeated. The iron cavalry and Longjie cavalry were still chasing. The specific results are still to be planned, but they will definitely be more fruitful than what has been reported.
At this time, most of the soldiers had returned to camp after victory and were temporarily stationed in Yanzi City. Liu Dushuai and General Li Du were dealing with the aftermath. General Tian Renlang pursued the enemy for more than sixty miles and killed the Liao general Han Kuangmei at Yuanyangbo in the northwest before returning.
In this battle, the Liao army was destroyed, and our army won a complete victory, completely achieving its goal!"
At the end, Zhang Yong's voice seemed a little louder, but Emperor Liu's reaction seemed dull, as if it was no big deal. Also, compared with the brilliant achievements Emperor Liu had experienced in the past battles, this kind of
Victory is really a bit boring.
"A small victory, not enough!" Emperor Liu just raised the corner of his mouth slightly, and his tone was very aggressive, and said coldly: "Han Kuang's American army is just an appetizer, the main meal is still in Shanyang, in the clouds!
If we can keep the Lord of Liao and the Shanyang Liao Army behind this time, it will be a great victory!"
"What your Majesty said is true! I am so excited about Meng Lang!" Hearing this, Zhang Yong also recovered from his excitement and joy, adjusted his mentality, and continued: "Now, the army is temporarily resting in Yanzi City, and Generals Liu and Li have already begun to reorganize their troops.
Ma. According to the plan, he will no longer pay attention to the defeated and remnant enemy. Tomorrow, he will break out of camp and march westward, rush to the aid of Shanyang, and encircle and annihilate the Liao army!
General Tian Renlang has already led 3,000 forbidden cavalry to march westward, and if nothing unexpected happens, they will be able to reach Baishuiluo in the future!"
"This Tian Renlang is also a good general!" Emperor Liu nodded and expressed his satisfaction with the arrangement. He did not hide his appreciation in his tone: "I remember that during the Qianyou Northern Expedition and the Battle of Nankou, he was able to fight with strength!"
"Exactly!" Liu Xi agreed and greeted outside. A sergeant brought in a box. Liu Xi took it and offered it: "This is sent by Liu Dushuai. The enemy general Han Kuangmei's head, Yuanyangbo
After a fierce pursuit and annihilation, General Yu Tian’s men beheaded him!”
For Emperor Liu, this seemed to be more gratifying than receiving the good news. He raised his eyebrows and stretched out his hand to signal: "Open it! I want to see what this thief looks like!"
The box containing the head was opened. Under the bright light, Emperor Liu looked at it carefully. It was face up. There was no flesh and blood. It had obviously been cleaned, but it was pale and sinister, which made it even more terrifying.
But Emperor Liu had never seen a mountain of corpses and a sea of blood. Instead of being frightened, he pointed at Han Kuangmei's head with great interest and said with a smile: "It's just an old chief with a gray beard. It's nothing unusual. He is so loyal to the Liao Kingdom."
He deserves to end up with his body and head missing!"
"Dispose of it!" Emperor Liu waved his hand and ordered, his interest quickly dissipated.
"I am going to issue an edict to Liu Tinghan and let him march westward to fight according to the plan. There is no need to ask for instructions on everything!" Emperor Liu ordered Zhang Yong.
"yes!"
"Over there in Yunzhong, the battle should have already begun!" Looking back to the west, Emperor Liu said with bright eyes: "This side of Yanzi City has made a good start. I hope that the Shanyang armies will not let me
Be disappointed! If we can keep Emperor Liao alive this time, then this Northern Expedition will bring us unexpected joy!"
"Dad, I have a suggestion, I hope you can adopt it!" At this time, Liu Xi said seriously.
Looking at him, Emperor Liu was a little surprised. Generally speaking, Liu Xi rarely took the initiative to speak, but his words were often meaningful. Expressing curiosity, Emperor Liu said: "Speak!"
"If the army marches west to fight, Yehuling will be empty, and you are no longer suitable to stay here. Although it is unlikely, if the Liao army comes from Yunnan, the imperial commander will face threats. For the best strategy, it is still possible to
Please leave temporarily and return to Youzhou! Furthermore, the environment here in Yehuling is really poor, which is not conducive for Shenggong to rest..." Liu Xi explained.
After hearing what he said, Emperor Liu's expression changed slightly. Of course it was not for his own safety. Ming Yantuo took a map of Shanyang and looked at it. He pointed out: "Our plan is based on the arrangement of the Liao army's withdrawal to the north.
, what if they turn east after sensing the danger? Then is there another loophole in our troop deployment? "
Liu Xi also observed it, thought for a moment, and quickly shook his head: "Even if the Liao army is aware of it, it is difficult to get a full picture of our army's preparations and actions. In this case, retreating north is still the best choice.
, I don’t know the true situation of our army, and if I come east, I will be trapped in death. What I am worried about is just the remnant soldiers of the Liao army who will disturb the emperor!"
He nodded. Emperor Liu still agreed with Liu Xi's views. After thinking about it, he smiled and said: "I won't be scared by such doubts and shrink back to Youzhou! In this way, we can mobilize a troop of troops and march along the Great Wall.
To the south, search to the west. If there are any remaining enemies, destroy them immediately!"
"Yes!" In this case, Liu Xi had no other opinions. It was enough to check for leaks and fill them up.
