Chapter 2909: Nothing has a beginning, nothing has an end
Inside the Jade Gate Pass, in the lobby, the lights flickered.
"Lord." Jia Xu sat on one side and said to Fei Qian, "Lu Fengxian will probably go on an expedition to Guishuang..."
Fei Qian was writing on the table. He just nodded slightly when he heard the words, which did not affect his writing at all, just like whatever Lu Bu did, it was within Fei Qian's expectation.
Although Lu Bu did not make the final decision, with Jia Xu's ability to guess people's hearts, he had already deduced that Lu Bu would most likely choose to continue fighting on the battlefield and expedition to Kushan.
Testing starts from the moment we meet.
Jia Xu called him Marquis Wen, but Lu Bu had no objection.
Then came the news of Wei Xu's death.
Drinks.
laugh at.
Guidance.
It's like chess pieces are placed on a chessboard, and Lu Bu's response naturally reveals his innermost feelings...
He can't let go.
Even if this happens, Lu Bu will probably die on the battlefield.
After all, the expedition to Kushan was basically a battle with completely unequal forces and incomplete information.
Hell level difficulty.
Once Lu Bu really embarks on this path, his previous mistakes in the Western Regions will be temporarily put aside. Regardless of whether Lu Bu can achieve the fruitful results of the expedition to Kushan in the end, it means that he still has the opportunity to reverse his reputation, rather than just
Saying goodbye to the military with a reputation of incompetence and stupidity.
This is Lu Bu's punishment and also Lu Bu's last chance.
All this is a conspiracy.
It was clearly laid out in front of Lu Bu that no matter what he chose, Fei Qian could actually accept it.
In the expedition to Kushan, it can be Lu Bu, but it does not have to be Lu Bu.
The countries in the Western Region Alliance must mobilize their soldiers and disintegrate their military force. Some of these people will be absorbed into Fei Qian's system, but there are also some people who hate the Han, so they must only let these people
Go die and show your greatest value before dying...
"My lord treated Lu Fengxian very well." Jia Xu stroked his beard and sighed, "There is no beginning for failure, and there is an end for failure... This is what happened to the Lu family in the Western Regions..."
"Huh? Haha..." After hearing this, Fei Qian was stunned for a moment, then laughed, stopped writing, then lifted up the bamboo paper he was writing on and showed it to Jia Xu.
On the bamboo paper, it is the words Jia Xu just said...
"A man born to be a good man has an unpredictable destiny. He has no beginning and no end."
Jia Xu was also stunned, and then started laughing.
Between the monarch and his ministers, everything is left unsaid.
Jia Xu said that Fei Qian's treatment of Lu Bu was "thick". In fact, it didn't really mean "thick", but it was a reminder that Fei Qian should not "treat one favorably over another."
Civil servants and military officers must all have a balance.
Obviously, what Fei Qian wrote is similar to what Jia Xu thought. This sentence, "A man born to be a good man has an uncertain destiny. There is no beginning, and there is an end." This sentence can also be used in other aspects.
In terms of explanation, the main meaning is to maintain a good original intention, and good results will naturally come from it.
Fei Qian wrote this sentence at this time. In addition to the above meaning that most people know, it also contains the caution in dangerous circumstances. There is no beginning, and there is an end. In other words, there is no end.
Irrigation wastes fertilizer and makes it difficult for seedlings to grow. Fruits that are fresh and shiny at the beginning are easily eaten by people and are difficult to maintain.
This is talking about Lu Bu, the Western Regions, and even the current three assistants of Chang'an, as well as the great men in the world.
This is a self-warning attitude, so Jia Xu and Fei Qian laugh together.
Is there anything more pleasant than the harmony between the king and his ministers and the unity of their minds?
After the two looked at each other and smiled for a moment, Fei Qian picked up a piece of information on the book.
"Chang'an is three hundred miles away, urgent." Fei Qian handed the information to Jia Xu and said slowly, as if he was still thinking about the relevant information, "Forwarded by Pang Shiyuan... Prime Minister Cao has made some news...
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In ancient times, Baili Express was generally used for less important internal messages, such as when an important official died in office, or where some major issues need to be uploaded to the central government for processing, etc. This
Sometimes you only need a speed of a hundred miles a day.
When it comes to three hundred miles of expediting, it is relatively urgent, such as food shortages and riots in a certain place, or floods, and major events such as rebellion in a certain area, etc., and
This 300-mile emergency is also the most commonly used emergency gear under normal circumstances.
Four hundred miles of expedited is generally used to commend honors. Even if it is used in military affairs, it is rarely used. Most of them are for promotions, titles, titles, etc., and it was used more after the Tang Dynasty, because of that
This time is used to commend the new scholars who have passed the imperial examination...
As for the 600-mile express and the 800-mile express, they are both urgent military information transmissions and cannot be used for other things. Emergency deployment of troops, etc. are basically 600-mile express.
The highest-end 800-mile express is the highest level of information transmission that can be achieved in ancient times. It changes horses without changing people. The distance is relatively short. If the distance is longer, the messengers of the 800-mile express will be gone even if they are not dead.
Half a life!
Pang Tong used three hundred miles to rush, on the one hand to show that the matter was not too urgent, and on the other hand not to attract the attention of others.
Of course, there are also flying pigeons to send messages. However, the weight that pigeons can carry is limited, and they may not be able to ensure delivery. Therefore, generally speaking, even if flying pigeons are used to send messages, unless there are special circumstances, they will still be on land.
An urgent document was sent out at the same time.
Jia Xu quickly browsed through it, frowned and said: "What a vicious trick! This is a strategy to attack the heart!"
Fei Qian pondered and nodded.
Although the events in the Western Regions shocked Chang'an, Fei Qian also led troops here and was about to launch a conquest against the Western Regions Allied Forces, but it did not mean that results would be seen immediately, nor did it mean that everything could be restored in the Western Regions after the Western Regions Allied Forces were defeated.
After Fei Qian left Chang'an, although he focused mainly on the Western Regions, he also did not relax his focus on the changes in Chang'an and beyond, Shandong.
Although most people in Chang'an City were cursing Lu Bu and others for their incompetence, in fact they did not really think that the crimes of Lu Bu and Wei Xu and others were such a big problem, but they were worried that the chaos in the Western Regions would have lasting consequences.
When they arrive in the Chang'an area, it will only affect their lives.
As a dynasty that has existed for three to four hundred years, the Han Dynasty has actually formed some inherent thinking, which is difficult to change.
The rule of the Han Dynasty has its own laws. Although the foundation of the Han Dynasty's rule has been crumbling and chaotic due to the constant torment of the Han emperors, it is undoubtedly a problem to expect that one person, or one generation, can change the entire Han Dynasty.
A kind of extravagant hope.
Just like Cao Pi or Sima.
Historically, Cao Pi thought he had changed, but in fact there was no change at all, he just changed his name. As for Sima, it was relatively better. He not only changed his name, but also sent people from the Sima family everywhere in an attempt to
Changing the structure of the Han Dynasty's county system and maintaining the rule of the Sima family were actually of no use. Instead, they buried the future of the Sima family.
If you want to change, you must have a group of people, and it must be a group of people who agree with unity and the same structure.
If Fei Qian, Li Ru, Jia Xu and others are in the front group, then Lu Bu and others are in the back group. For people like Lu Bu, it is not possible to
The main thing is the big purge, otherwise it would have been a minority in the Han Dynasty. The more the purge, in the later stage, either there will be fewer and fewer people, or there will be more and more viruses that are immune to anti-inflammatory drugs.
The aristocratic families of the Han Dynasty, the local tyrants, and the bureaucracy all have really bad IQs. Although they are not as useless as the Saint Seiyas, the second move will be useless, but after too much experience, there will be some pitfalls.
Lessons learned from experience, maybe you start pretending to be your own person every day, which makes it extremely difficult to tell the difference.
Fei Qian led his army westward and deliberately exposed the empty gate of Chang'an, which was more or less a temptation.
In Tongguan and Wuguan, the military commanders left were not very famous - Wei Yan expressed his dissatisfaction with a dark face, but at present, Taishi Ci's reputation was much greater than that of Wei Yan, and Wei Yan's main military exploits were infantry fighting in the mountains.
, there was no cavalry battle that could be taken, so for the people of Shandong, Wei Yan was obviously not as intimidating as Taishi Ci.
Similarly, Zhu Ling and Liao Hua basically have no names. From a God's perspective, of course they will think that these two people are not simple, but there are a few people in Shandong who would expect that these two people are also the secrets left by Fei Qian.
hand?
Maybe there are only a few top people...
"The plan to go north must be dedicated to Guo Fengxiao!" Jia Xu stroked his beard and squinted his eyes, "This man is very cautious, but he is also bold and careful. It's a pity that back then..."
Jia Xu glanced at Fei Qian.
Fei Qian smiled.
If the person who knows the truth and falsehood of Chang'an's three auxiliaries the most, it is Guo Jia.
What Jia Xu means is that Fei Qian let Guo Jia go before, but Jia Xu also knows that letting Guo Jia go actually has strategic considerations, just like Cao Cao in history deliberately let Liu Bei and Guan Yu go.
In the short term, it seems to be damaged, but in the long term, this is also an important factor in history that Cao Cao was able to quickly settle down in the north and develop Hedong as a farm.
Pull some people and beat others. This is not only a famous saying of a great man, but also a truth that has been practiced in history.
"This strategy can also be defeated. Just spread rumors around Xu County that Prime Minister Cao has made an alliance with the lord..." Jia Xu did not continue to struggle with this issue, and glanced at Fei Qian slightly, his slender eyes
The light in the center was looming, "The key point is to see General Zhao Zilong..."
Fei Qian stroked his beard and nodded silently.
Jia Xu's strategies have always been quite vicious.
Fei's potential is strong in the Chang'an area, so Shandong must be frightened.
The children of the Shandong gentry who are so idle will inevitably babble about this situation, talk about the current situation, and criticize Fang Qiu. However, these guys may not be able to know the actual situation of the current situation, and often rely on a little knowledge to make up for it.
A blind man touches an elephant.
Therefore, Cao Cao's trip to the north was originally to win over Fei Qian and prepare a decisive strategy to draw fire from the bottom of the cauldron. It is possible that Jia Xu sent people to spread rumors like this, which turned into evidence that Cao Cao was preparing for peace and timidly avoiding war.
Not afraid?
If you are not afraid, why run?
This is just like why you should help if you hit someone. It is logically consistent and completely reasonable.
Of course, Cao Cao also used the same strategy of attacking the heart...
Jia Xu pointed out the key point, which was Zhao Yun.
Zhao Yun in history was loyal and loyal, but what about Zhao Yun now?
This test question is not only in front of Zhao Yun, but also in front of Fei Qian...
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Western Allied Forces.
"Where are the Han reinforcements?"
This is what Taksa is most concerned about right now.
"The Han people have sent out scouts, and our sons are fighting with them!" A general from the Western Regions said, "They must have set off. Even if they have not set off, it will only be in the past two days..."
"Then shall we attack the Han reinforcements, or shall we continue to attack the Han army stronghold?" Another general from the Western Regions said, "A lot of our people have died in the past few days. If we can't boost our morale, I'm afraid..."
The Western Region Allied Forces were not originally composed of regular troops, and their morale was not high. They originally thought they could quickly push forward the military base. However, although the plan was beautiful, the actual effect was very poor. The result was naturally dejected and unable to cheer up much.
Even if Master Busen "casts a spell", the problem is that casting a spell cannot stop the Han people from throwing grenades. Although after the first huge shock, the Western Region Allied Forces gradually discovered that the lethality of grenades is not very great.
There is no longer a panic like a plague, but being thrown by the Han when the attack is anxious will inevitably disrupt the rhythm. If the inventory of Han grenades is not obviously large, it is impossible to say that it is both Taksa and Busen.
Continuous advocacy will inevitably make the coalition forces in the Western Regions retreat.
"The fight will begin tomorrow! The soldiers have regained their morale in the past few days, and everyone is full of anger. They want to kill the Han army to avenge the brothers who died before!" Taksa said fiercely, "Our sons are in a war mood.
It is indeed very high. In the past few days, several thousands and centurions have come to ask for battle..."
Taksa lies without blinking an eye.
What do you want to fight for?
That's not true, but there are indeed several people who come to Taksa for food and grass.
"We will launch an attack tomorrow! At the same time, we will also attack the Han reinforcements! The Han reinforcements will definitely not expect that we have an ambush. Then we will attack like this!" Taksa laughed, looking excited and gesticulating excitedly, "
As long as the reinforcements of the Han people are eaten, the Han people's military stronghold will definitely have no fighting spirit! We can capture the military stronghold and march to Xihai City at the same time! Complete our great cause! Restore the glory of Buddha in the Western Regions! My plan is not
It would be wrong!』
The leaders of the countries in the Western Regions looked at each other and said nothing. They neither objected nor agreed. It was regarded as acquiescence.
Later, Taksa once again led the army to the military stronghold and began to attack. The soldiers from both sides were killed inextricably.
Although Taksa boasted that someone came to him to ask for a fight, to be honest, the characteristics of the nomads in the Western Region Alliance Army were still more or less present. After the initial fear and sadness passed, the ferocity and peace flowing in their blood
Their bellicosity soon inspired their hatred of the Han people.
For decades, or even for three to four hundred years, the Han people's policy towards the Western Regions has not been very friendly. Even the peace and marriage had a strong purpose, and the time of mutual vendetta was far more than the time of friendship during the peace and marriage period.
Who can tell clearly what is right and wrong, right and wrong?
The countries in the Western Regions killed the Han people, and the Han people also slaughtered the countries in the Western Regions.
These things, which are not recorded in detail in history books, remain more or less in the hearts of these people from the Western Regions.
Because the previous Han Dynasty never thought about promoting enlightenment in the Western Regions, and their attitude towards the Western Regions countries was always condescending, so these people in the Western Regions countries never thought about everlasting peace with the Han Dynasty. When the Han Dynasty was strong
They surrendered, but when the Han Dynasty was weak, they opposed the Han people and killed the Han people, ups and downs, year after year.
It's like the two sides of a seesaw, rising and falling, rising and falling.
The fight lasted from day to dusk, and when the horn sounded for the Western Region Allied Forces to retreat, the Han soldiers on the stronghold let out a long sigh of relief. The difficult and bloody day was finally over.
After a day's fighting, there were seventy or eighty casualties, including one camp commander and three commanders.
Facing the huge number of soldiers in the Western Regions, the Han army's weakness in defensive strength was fully exposed. Although there is no immediate crisis, if the Western Region coalition forces attack every day, they will gradually consume the strength of the Han people and wait for the defensive soldiers to break.
After most of the troops are lost, the military stronghold will definitely be lost.
The next day, Taksa once again supervised the formation, and the Western Region Allied Forces launched an attack like a tide. They seemed to have the momentum not to give up until they captured the military stronghold. On this day, more enemies rushed to the walls of the military stronghold. Meng
Hua personally took more than 20 guards with him, just like firefighters. Wherever there is a crisis, they are there to fight.
In the afternoon, Menghua had to use the last batch of grenades again to repel the Western Region coalition forces.
As darkness fell, the Western Region Allied Forces slowly retreated.
There were corpses everywhere on the walls of the military camp.
The soldiers of the Han army were exhausted, sitting in the blood stained one by one, without even the energy to say a word.
The Western Region Allied Forces can take turns going into battle, and they have less and less time to rest and adjust, which also makes them more and more tired.
Menghua watched, silent.
The losses of the troops will increase as time goes by. Now the soldiers are very tired, and many of them are persisting with injuries. Once these soldiers' physical endurance is seriously reduced, they will be in trouble during the battle.
They are more likely to be injured and have a greater risk of death. As the casualties increase again, the difficulty of defending the military stronghold will increase again, and it will eventually be breached.
"Captain, when will our reinforcements arrive?"
Li Si already had two or three wounds on his body, and the blood-stained bandages were stained with dust and looked pitch black.
"Didn't I tell you to rest? Why did you come up again?" Menghua said, "Come on, reinforcements are coming soon..."
Li Si did not step back, but took two more steps forward, "Captain! You said this three days ago! Why haven't the reinforcements come yet?! Is it them..."
"Shut up!" Meng Hua glared at Li Si, "I said it! Reinforcements are coming soon!"
"When will it come?!" Li Si straightened his neck, not afraid at all.
"..."
Menghua remained silent. He didn't know, so he couldn't answer.
There must be some problems in Xihai City, otherwise the originally planned reinforcements would have arrived long ago, and now Menghua has no idea...
