Without much tidying up, Yang Ye left the house and went straight to Beiweng City. It was close to the barracks and military walls. It had a building with double eaves and six rooms. It was the place where Yang Ye usually handled official business. At night, Yanmenguan City was shrouded in twilight. Below, the majesty is still the same, but the edge has been restrained, and the majesty is even more dangerous.
"Military envoy!" The lights on the Guanlou were brightly lit, and Yang Ye stepped inside. A military general in his forties with a serious temperament saluted him.
His name was Kang Yanze, and he was now serving as the governor of the Dingxiang Army. He was also a general, and had the ability to govern as a general. He was one of the more accomplished people among the nobles of the previous dynasty who entered the Han Dynasty from the Jin Dynasty. Of course, compared to these years, Kang Yanze, a rising star who sprung up like mushrooms after a spring rain in the military affairs of the Han Dynasty, had a more ordinary experience. Of course, ordinary also means solid. He was transferred to the Dingxiang Army two years ago.
Kang Yanze, the governor, was sent by Liu Chengyou to assist Yang Ye, or so the emperor said. Wang Shenqi, Yang Ye's former deputy, was transferred to the Feihu Army Envoy due to his years of service in the garrison and Yang Ye's recommendation. After leaving a good general like Wang Shenqi, Liu Chengyou replaced Yang Ye with a talented person like Kang Yanze.
After working together for the past two years, the two cooperated very well. In terms of military training, Yang Ye also had Kang Yanze to help him. Kang Yanze was a magnanimous and ambitious person, and he did not put Yang Ye above him just because he was young. He has some complaints. He has a generous temperament, can understand the general situation, and has both talents. Sooner or later he will be able to get ahead.
"Tell me, what's going on?" Yang Ye asked Kang Yanze directly about the military situation without being polite to him.
There is a map hanging in the hall. In addition to the defensive layout of the Yanmenguan fortresses, it also includes the terrain route of Yunshuo area in the north of Saibei, which is quite detailed.
Draw red envelopes!
"The Saibei Army popped up, garrisoned through Baicaokou, and warned Guancheng!" Standing in front of the map, Kang Yanze reported to Yang Ye according to the diagram: "It is reported that the Liao troops in the Yunshuo area are mobilized frequently, and the troops are Go out to Ding and gather in Yingzhou. This action has been going on for a day. This action is unusual, so we report it!"
After hearing the report, Yang Ye's tiger eyes suddenly narrowed, and there seemed to be hesitation in his expression: "How could the Liao army suddenly move? In recent years, there have been many conflicts on the Han-Liao border, but they have not yet reached the point of mobilizing soldiers like this! "
"The Liao army's move may have the intention of going south! They gathered troops in Yingzhou, and I'm afraid their goal is Yanmen!" Kang Yanze said.
Hearing what he said, Yang Ye's expression became more solemn: "Are you going to break up the relationship and start a war between Han and Liao? Yelu Talie, for many years, has always been focusing on animal husbandry and reclamation, easing government and calming the people, and the peace agreement between the two countries still exists. , he dares to launch troops without permission?"
"Military envoys, don't forget. There is news from the former that the Lord of Liao is hunting in Yunzhou. How could the Lord of Liao not know that there is such a mobilization of troops and horses in Liao territory? I'm afraid it is with his approval!" Kang Yanze analyzed: "What if? If this is the case, then the situation is serious. As the military envoy said, the Han-Liao war is not far away!"
"Don't make a hasty decision yet!" Yang Ye thought for a while, then immediately ordered: "Instruct the officers and soldiers in all areas to cancel all vacations, return to their duties, be more vigilant, and strengthen security. In addition, let the sentries and spies continue to spy on the enemy's situation. , clarify the mobilization situation of Liao soldiers."
"Yes! I will make arrangements right away!" Kang Yanze accepted the order and did not forget to remind Yang Ye: "Military envoy, will this matter be reported to the Hedong Dusi and the imperial court?"
After a slight hesitation, Yang Ye said: "The situation is still unclear. First, report the matter to the capital, and then contact the Ninghua, Baoning, Yongning, and Feihu armies to jointly report the military situation and see if they have any troops there.
Something strange!"
Standing on the top of the pass, stroking the cool walls, the firelight reflected Yang Ye's resolute face, looking to the north, his mood was a bit complicated. Guarding Yanmen for so many years, he longed for a war and made achievements, but he also
Yes, as the emperor's confidant general, he also knew the strategic direction of the Han Dynasty.
At the critical juncture when the world was about to be unified, he did not want a war between Han and Liao. He would rather have peace in the north and make rough concessions for the country, and suppress his desire to make contributions. However, if the Liao Kingdom now wants to break the previous tacit understanding and balance,
As the military leader of the fortress on the front line, how should he respond?
It was only a hundred miles from Yunzhong to Yingzhou City, and it only took one day. King Yelu Dilie of Liao'an led 2,000 Pishi troops to station in Jincheng County, waiting for the assembly of other tribes' garrison troops and the prefecture and county troops.
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Under the solemn military order, and when they heard that they were going south to attack the Han Dynasty, some militants responded positively. The Liao army was not slow to assemble. It only took three days to gather 10,000 infantry and cavalry.
After further training, under the leadership of Yelu Dilie, they attacked from Jincheng to the north entrance of Yanmen Road.
If the Liao soldiers wanted to break through Yanmen Pass with only these 10,000 cavalry, it would be basically a fool's errand. Yelu Dilie was determined to make progress, and he was very ambitious and intended to break through the pass and make a great contribution, but in fact, he had not thought about how to attack this pass.
A battle. Before receiving the order, Yelujing agreed quickly enough to the instructions, but after actually leading the army, it was difficult to grasp it.
During the three days when the Liao army assembled, Yang Ye basically figured out the situation and trends of the Liao army at the cost of losing nearly ten elite scouts and spies. With tens of thousands of troops, this could no longer be achieved with a small-scale conflict.
Well explained, the defense level was raised again, and the general information was reported to Tokyo immediately.
When Yelu Dilie led his troops southward, Yang Ye was also thinking about how to deal with the thousands of Liao troops.
"Yanmen Pass is strong and the passes are dangerous. All you need to do is hold on and protect yourself!" Kang Yanze put forward his own opinion directly.
However, Yang Ye was sitting behind the main case. Although he nodded, he obviously had other ideas. Seeing this, Kang Yanze continued to point out: "Military envoy, there is something different about the Liao army coming here. It is summer, and it is not the usual attitude of the Liao army.
The fertile season for launching troops comes too suddenly. Moreover, they only have about 10,000 infantry and cavalry. With this kind of troops, a strong attack is not enough to damage the Liao soldiers! The general thinks that we should be cautious!"
In fact, Yang Ye also considered these things that were wrong, thought for a long time, looked up at Kang Yanze, and said: "I intend to lead a force to attack and fight with the Liao army as a test!"
"No!" Kang Yanze directly objected to this and solemnly said to Yang Ye: "The enemy's situation is not clear now, and the hostility is not clear. Holding the city gate is the safest choice. The general has the emperor's order to guard the country, and guarding the gate is the most important thing.
Responsibilities.
Moreover, the enemy's strength is twice that of ours, and the risk is too high to attack the masses with a small number. Furthermore, without the instruction of the imperial court, our Dingxiang army takes the initiative to attack. Regardless of victory or defeat, if the Han-Liao War finally breaks out and the war expands, then
How can I explain it to the court?"
Kang Yanze expressed all his thoughts and considerations. Seeing that his opinions were refuted, Yang Ye was not angry, but said to him calmly: "I also understand the general's concerns. However, Your Majesty once made arrangements with me.
Yi Zhiquan clearly stated in it that if there is an enemy invasion, you can send troops to attack it and decide the matter on your own. Now the Liao soldiers are going south and watching with eager eyes, which is just in line with their situation. On the other hand, since the hostility is unknown, I also plan to fight with them.
Let’s have a fight and see if we can bring out his intentions!”
After hearing what Yang Ye said, Kang Yanze thought for a while and asked: "How many troops are the military envoy prepared to lead to attack?"
"Two thousand infantry are enough!" Yang Ye said.
"General, you want to fight an enemy five times stronger?" Kang Yanze was slightly surprised.
"As you said, the defense of Yanmen is the most important. We need to leave enough soldiers and horses for defense!" Yang Ye responded, with confidence in his calm tone: "The surrounding terrain is all in my mind, Liao
If the army comes here and wants to break through the pass, it must go to Baicaokou.
If I take advantage of the terrain, lean against the wall of the fortress to resist it, and lure it to attack, even though the Liao soldiers are numerous, I am confident that I can defeat them! We have been training elite troops for many years, and the effectiveness needs to be tested by fighting against the Liao army. Your Majesty
As I said, working behind closed doors is not allowed!"
Hearing what Yang Ye said, Kang Yanze breathed a sigh of relief. It seemed that Yang Ye was not arrogant. Judging from his plans, he was still very calm.
"If this is the case, I will agree with the general to attack!" Kang Yanze said with his hands raised, and after thinking for a while, he made a suggestion: "However, I think that the general does not need to rush to fight, and we can wait and see what the purpose is. If we really go to Baicaokou, then we will
It is not too late to make a decision. If they attack forcefully, hold on; if they are afraid and refuse to attack, they can wear down their energy before attacking."
I glanced at Kang Yanze and saw that this man did have a certain skill in military tactics. After thinking about it for a while, I agreed.
Kang Yanze also suggested: "If the general prepares to attack, the troops in Guancheng and other passes will eventually be weakened. The soldiers and civilians of Yanmen Prefecture can be recruited to help guard the pass in case of unexpected events!"
"Okay! The general has considered everything comprehensively!" Yang Ye said with a smile.
Kang Yanze handed over his hand again and said: "General against the enemy, the general is willing to lead a thousand cavalry, hide behind Baicaokou, and move with his camera!"
After Haosheng looked Kang Yanze up and down, Yang Ye stood up, held his hand tightly, and said seriously: "General, it's too humiliating for me to appoint the governor of the Xiang Army for me!"
