"How is the situation in Liaodong?" Emperor Liu looked at Shi Shouxin.
In front of Emperor Liu, Shi Shouxin was not always so comfortable. He did not dare to neglect when asked, and answered restrainedly: "Before the troops were withdrawn from Liao, the arrangements made by His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Rong and An were very careful. Ma Renyu was a veteran general.
, with its commander-in-chief, the plan can be complete, and the court will have no worries!"
As he spoke, Cao Bin presented a copy of Liaodong's latest military defense atlas to Emperor Liu for review, saying: "The Privy Council also discussed it and agreed that the current situation in Liaodong is good and there are no omissions in the deployment of troops.
Even if there are changes, they are fine-tuning and don’t require too much action!”
Emperor Liu nodded, and while flipping through the military defenses of the cities in Liaodong, he asked: "Liaodong is newly conquered and is located in a remote area. Is there any difficulty in supplying military supplies?"
Cao Bin responded: "Last year, the imperial court transferred a large amount of military supplies to Liaodong via land and sea. Before the withdrawal, the supplies were stored enough to last the local garrison for nearly a year. Therefore, there is no need to worry about logistical support.
In a short period of time, there is no need for the court to make arrangements."
Emperor Liu was satisfied. Supporting 600,000 to 70,000 troops and supporting 400,000 troops were completely different concepts, and the logistics pressure was even more different. This was also a change visible to the naked eye after the withdrawal of troops. At least there was one less army in Liaodong.
Block supply burden. As for the civil restoration of Liaodong, it is not urgent and can be moved forward slowly and slowly.
"Has the list of promotions and transfers of generals been released?" Emperor Liu asked again.
"I am about to submit it to His Majesty for review!" Shi Shouxin took out a memorial and presented it: "Your Majesty, please read it!"
Emperor Liu was obviously more concerned about this. He read it carefully for a while and then raised his head, still thinking about it. After the Northern Expedition, the entire court and the country were undergoing major adjustments. Officials were promoted and personnel were transferred.
The transfer of internal and external military chiefs is even more of a top priority.
The Forbidden Army of the Han Dynasty has undergone many adjustments, large and small, after Emperor Liu came to power. However, in the past ten years, it has become much more stable. Whether it is the generals of the three yamen or the chief officers of each army, they are ordinary officers and soldiers. In addition to normal transfers
Rotation, no major adjustments.
As time goes by, it will inevitably become more rigid. It is Emperor Liu's idea to use this Northern Expedition to make some adjustments and add some vitality to the Forbidden Army. He would leave a Forbidden Army to guard the border in Liaodong, and select elite soldiers from foreign armies.
Filling up the shortfall is all done with this consideration in mind.
In addition to the transfer of local army generals, the most important list Shi Shouxin submitted at this time was the adjustment of the generals of the Forbidden Army. Border generals such as Wang Yanchao, Tian Chongjin, Li Hanqiong, and Cao Han were all able to be transferred to the capital this time.
, served as the senior general of the Forbidden Army, and at the same time, the original generals of the Forbidden Army were sent to local or border forces, which was almost a major change of blood.
Because of this, Emperor Liu had to think more about personnel. His silence made Shi Shouxin hesitate. After a slight hesitation, he finally asked: "Your Majesty, if you have any questions, please ask for your advice!"
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When asked, Emperor Liu did not pretend to be serious, and directly explained his thoughts: "Wang Yanchao can be the commander of the front palace, An Shouzhong can be the commander of the guards, Zhao Yanjin can be the commander of the patrol, Tian Chongjin, Li Hanqiong, Cao Han,
Kang Yanze and others can be generals of all armies, and former generals such as Xiang Xun, Han Tong, and Wang Quanbin are sent out. Young people such as Li Jilong, Guo Yi, Hou Yanguang, and Chai Zongyi should be given more experience in their local areas! According to this idea, in the draft
Come out with a list!”
"Yes!" Emperor Liu has given clear instructions, and the matter will be easier to handle. Shi Shouxin responded, but suddenly thought about something and couldn't help but remind him: "Your Majesty, does Li Jilong also want to be released?"
"Huh?" Emperor Liu didn't react for a moment, but he noticed Shi Shouxin's strange eyes, understood, and chuckled: "Same!"
As he spoke, his tone became more relaxed: "The news spreads very quickly! However, even if he marries the princess and becomes the consort, it does not mean that he should enjoy happiness in the capital!"
"Congratulations to Your Majesty for getting such a good son-in-law!" Emperor Liu didn't care, so Shi Shouxin naturally didn't say anything more and congratulated Emperor Liu at the same time.
He waved his hand and said: "The specific transfer matters will be discussed and finalized first, and they will be issued and implemented after New Year's Eve!"
"yes!"
Gu: "How is the progress of the Western Region affairs?" Emperor Liu's expression gradually became serious, and his voice became a little darker.
After hearing this, Shi Shouxin couldn't help but be a little more cautious. Of course he knew the reason. The matter of the westward march had been issued by Emperor Liu before he returned to Beijing.
Although it was not suitable for the Han Dynasty to start the war again and mobilize troops in the distant Western Region, the Privy Council still arranged it efficiently. No one dared to object outright.
Therefore, without thinking, Shi Shouxin raised his hand and said: "Back to Your Majesty, in mid-December last year, the Privy Council issued an order to march westward, with Tuoba Sizhong and Cui Han leading an army of 15,000 infantry to aid Gaochang westward.
Hexi, Longyou, and Guan Nei are supplying military supplies and are expected to start this spring!
According to Guo Jin’s previous report on the battle situation in the Western Region, after reinforcements arrive, they can advance northward to clear out Luntai, the remnants of the Liao Army in Beiting, and open up connections with the tribes east of Jinshan..."
"What's the current situation of the Black Khan Army?" Emperor Liu frowned slightly.
Shi Shouxin said: "At present, the Western Region is still in a three-party stalemate. However, since the autumn of last year, there have been signs of the Black Khan and the Liao army joining forces to deal with the Han Dynasty. There is often a tacit understanding in the military operations of the two sides!
The Han Dynasty has a weak foundation in the Western Regions. Guo Jin has insufficient troops and it is difficult to rely on the Uighur servants, so the situation is dire. But when reinforcements arrive and a steady stream of reinforcements comes from the rear, they can support the counterattack and completely control the overall situation of the Western Regions!"
Emperor Liu nodded, then stared at Shi Shouxin, and said solemnly: "Remember, I am sending troops to march westward to restart the strategy of marching westward, to completely regain the Western Regions, and to make the great power of the Han Dynasty shine in the Western Frontier. The Western Regions are lost, and Tai
After a long time, as descendants, we should follow the footsteps of our ancestors and visit the Western Regions again!
This is the most important thing, and the strategy of marching westward should also be developed around this point. Instruct the Western Expeditionary Army to concentrate on defeating the enemy and regaining the Western Region, and don’t be distracted by other things!"
Emperor Liu said this with great emotion, but the more he said it, the more people noticed something strange. After muttering in his heart, Shi Shouxin still reported: "I will comply with your Majesty's order, and I will issue a document explaining it!"
"Last year, the situation in the Western Regions was so lively, but there was no movement in Khotan?" Emperor Liu remembered something.
Shi Shouxin shook his head: "Khotan has a small army. When the Liao army went south, although it was retreated, it also suffered a lot of damage. Now, they don't dare to participate rashly. They have been behind closed doors and watching the situation!"
Emperor Liu had some understanding of the terrain of the Western Regions, and said: "If the Khotan army can go north, it should be a great threat to the Black Khan Army!"
Shi Shouxin nodded and affirmed: "If the Khotan army can contain the Black Khan enemy from behind and cooperate with the Han in fighting, then Guo Jin's army will fight against the enemy more calmly!"
"Send an envoy!" After hearing this, Emperor Liu immediately gave instructions: "Send a special envoy to contact the leader of Khotan, invite him to raise troops, and tell him that following the Han is his way out in the future. As long as they can send troops, the Han will be rich.
In return, I will not hesitate to give you the title of king!
In addition, instead of saying it bluntly, the Han Dynasty marched westward not to annex its territory, so that they should not have any suspicion. The Han Dynasty has a vast territory, covering thousands of miles, and I have no intention of their little land.
As long as we share the same mind and virtue with the Han Dynasty, I am willing to form an alliance with him forever!"