Liu Yu's heart sank suddenly. Although Xie Xuan said it as lightly as possible, it can be seen from his now stern face, serious expression, and the deep worry in his eyes that at that time
The atmosphere is so tense.
Xie Xuan seemed to feel the change in Liu Yu's expression, and he suddenly laughed: "Master Huan Yi is still brilliant. The air at that time almost condensed, but Governor Huan asked for orders to play the pipa, and sang while talking.
, It is not easy to be a king, but it is difficult to be a good minister. If loyalty and trustworthiness are not shown, there will be doubts. Zhou Dan assisted in civil and military affairs, Jin Teng's merits were not published, and he supported the royal government with his heart, but the second uncle turned against rumors."
Liu Yu listened to Xie Xuan's clear singing. Even though he was not versed in poetry, he still felt sad and heartbroken. He almost cried when he heard it.
Xie Xuan's eyes sparkled with tears: "Xiao Yu, do you know that this was the Duke of Zhou who assisted the government in the past, and was thought by everyone in the world to be a treacherous minister who wanted to usurp power and seize the throne. Later generations made up this past event.
When singing poems, Governor Huan sang like this, which means that your husband is just like the Duke of Zhou. Although he has great power, he is loyal to his ministers. Only when the monarch and his ministers are frank and honest with each other and reject rumors can they be like the Duke of Zhou who assisted the government and leave a lasting legacy.
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Liu Yu sighed: "My lord, it is really not easy for me. I am dedicated to serving my country, but I still have to be slandered by villains like this."
Xie Xuan calmed down his emotions, gently waved his feather fan, and said slowly: "Maybe it's because our Xie family has occupied too much power in these years, maybe it's because the Beifu Army has been invincible after the establishment of the army, which has caused other families to
However, in such a great situation, it would be a pity to give up just because of the fear of rumors or the suspicion of the Holy Emperor. It is not only a pity for our Xie family, but also for you, Xiaoyu, and all the people.
None of the soldiers will be willing to do so."
Liu Yu replied without hesitation: "Of course, whether it is to gain fame or wealth, there is no better time than now. But what I am worried about is not the obstruction of King Kuaiji and those noble families, but Murong Chui."
This handsome man. The Murong family has no shortage of top generals. Murong Yong from Guanzhong is one of them. I have learned from him personally, but Murong Chui will only be above him."
Xie Xuan smiled slightly: "This is natural. I have never doubted Murong Chui's ability, but I am also not worried about his selfishness. Hu people have no concept of loyalty. The Murong family themselves are fighting fiercely among themselves, and they still expect the servants below.
Can the tribe really obey? So they must ensure the strength of the Murong family headquarters, and they will drive the attached servant tribes to charge into the battle. This is the reason why the Ding Ling people rebelled. Although Zhai Bin has no loyalty at all, he can see what he can see.
The Zhai family rebellion in Yecheng shows Murong Chui's selfish motives. I believe he wanted to annex Zhai Bin's tribe, and that's why he let Lao Zhai strike first."
Liu Yu smiled slightly: "If this is the case, it will be easy. If Murong Chui retains his strength, he will never fight head-on with the Northern Expedition. As long as we can get the support of Qin Fu Pi, give him food in exchange for his Yecheng
, let him lead the army back to Guanzhong, this is the best result, and he can capture all the land in Hebei without using any weapons."
Xie Xuan nodded with satisfaction: "You are right. Your action in Guanzhong this time not only retrieved the jade seal, but also established a good relationship with Qin. Now Yecheng is almost out of food. We can't wait any longer. If
When Fu Pi really runs out of food, I'm afraid his men will sacrifice the city to surrender. At that time, Murong Chui will use all his strength to deal with us, and I'm afraid it won't be easy for us to cross the Yellow River."
Liu Yu frowned: "Are you fully prepared? Are all the food, grass and weapons ready? I'm not talking about the 80,000 troops at Feishui, but the 20,000 people in the vanguard this time. At least these people must be prepared.
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Xie Xuan smiled and shook his head: "There are ready-made grains, grass and weapons. Guangling City has enough grain for a 20,000-strong army to fight for a year. There are also newly conquered counties in the Central Plains and Qilu, and they have all built advance warehouses."
, food is continuously transported there every day, plus the military rations still left in these places, within ten days, I can provide the army with enough food for two years of fighting at the Huatai Ferry on the edge of the Yellow River. Not only can I take care of myself
, it can also solve the food shortage of Fu Pi in Yecheng."
Liu Yu opened his eyes wide: "The food produced by those aristocratic families?"
A look of disgust flashed across Xie Xuan's face, and he snorted disdainfully: "Counting on them? It's better to hope for the old sow to climb the tree. The last time Feishui was in a life-and-death situation, they were reluctant.
How can you help me this time? Although my husband went out to command the Northern Expedition this time, he still didn't cross the river. He stationed at Jingkou just to suppress these guys and prevent them from causing trouble in the rear. Most of the military rations for the Northern Expedition were
I rely on my old brothers from the Beifu Army for the Xie family’s private food and what I captured after the last victory, as well as for the troops and horses this time.”
Liu Yu frowned, and a bad premonition emerged in his mind: "Didn't I say that the Northern Expedition would require a new group of people last time? Why are we still using the same soldiers as last time? They have already won, and they have gained
In return, the desire and will to fight are definitely not what they used to be, and this is not a good plan."
Xie Xuan sighed: "Don't I know this? But what else can I do? In the past, the Beifu Army was formed because a large number of refugees from the Huaihe River and Huaihe River went south to escape the war. Now that the two Huaihe River areas are in my hands, there are no more refugee mountains like before.
Thief, most of the states and counties in the south of the Yangtze River are those who work for the aristocratic family manors. Not only are the aristocratic families unwilling to release them, but they themselves do not have the fighting ability. This time we have to pursue speed. We don’t have time to train people like you did back then.
We won’t go to war again in a year or two.”
Liu Yu shook his head: "Soldiers are a major matter for the country and must not be taken carelessly. Of these 80,000 people, only less than 20,000 are willing to return to the battlefield, and they are scattered all over the country. It is not easy to recruit them."
Xie Xuan smiled and said: "Liu Laozhi's standing army has more than 5,000 people. In the name of the Northern Expedition to the Central Plains, he left more than 5,000 veterans who were unwilling to return to their hometowns and were willing to join the army for a long time. In addition, most of the more than 80,000 people did not
He returned to his hometown, but bought houses and land in six counties of Jiangbei and Jingkou, so that he could be re-recruited at any time. Do you remember that most of the grassroots officers with military exploits became grassroots officials in these places, just to be able to do their best work?
Quickly organize everyone to return to the battlefield."
Liu Yu laughed: "It turns out that Marshal Xuan had already planned it. But the officers and soldiers of the Beifu Army are not ordinary people. They served last time. According to the regulations, they don't have to join the army. Unless it is voluntary, I can't think of anything.
The reason can make them truly willing to give up their current prosperous life, leave their wives and children, and risk their lives to fight the enemy again."
This chapter has been completed!