Late autumn has deepened, the autumn frost is getting colder, and there is a cool breeze. Wang Pu and Wang Pu accompany each other, following the summoned eunuchs, walking in the corridors of the palace. As the best among the new Jinshi, the emperor treats them with special eyes. The two of them can be regarded as "proud in the autumn wind". They are temporarily placed in the Bachelor's College and have no rank for the time being.
"Brother Wen Bo thinks that your Majesty summoned us and me for what purpose?" Wang Pu lowered his voice and asked Wang Pu who was walking hand in hand.
Wang Pu had a spring breeze on his face, a refined look, and his demeanor seemed to be integrated into his walking posture. Because they were Jinshi in the same discipline, even though they were sixteen or seventeen years apart in age, they were still the same generation and had a good relationship. .As for Wang Pu, Wang Pu also maintained a humble attitude towards his seniors.
"Your heart is unpredictable, how can we guess it?" Wang Pu's voice was full of vigor.
Seeing that Wang Pu was still calm and composed, Wang Pu couldn't help but shook his head slightly and then became calm.
"Both officers, please wait here for the announcement."
When they arrived at the Chui Gong Hall, they were stopped outside the hall. The two behaved without any inappropriate behavior and remained respectful.
"Your Majesty, Wang Pu, is here to see you!"
"No courtesy!" Liu Chengyou, who had his head buried, barely even had time to raise his head. He just stretched out his hand and gestured to the two of them: "Sit down first."
In the hall, Liu Chengyou was directing the memorials presented from the Political Affairs Hall. The second king came in response to the imperial edict, which just allowed him to relax a little. He put down his imperial pen and ordered someone to send the latest memorials approved by Zhu to Zhongshu for disposal. Only then did Liu Chengyou Focus on the two of you.
The two of them were still standing with their bodies slightly bowed. However, they also quietly looked at the young emperor behind the case. Although they had seen him in Guangzheng Hall before, the feeling of being high and close at that time was always the same. The different and diligent performance can always make up for the lack of age, making people feel at ease and admired.
"Sit, don't be restrained!" Seeing the two of them still sitting, Liu Chengyou pointed to the seat in front of the emperor and ordered.
Then he sat down, maintained courtesy, said nothing, and waited for the emperor to lecture.
Liu Chengyou looked at the two kings for a few times. Wang Pu was naturally majestic and calm. As long as he didn't feel jealous, he would not hate him. In comparison, Wang Pu looked mature and serious, not just because of his age. The reason is that when you sit there, you feel as if you are motionless as a mountain, but you are filled with talents and talents, giving you a sense of solidity.
"Although I am only over a hundred happy about this achievement, I am even more happy about the two gentlemen!" After examining them for a while, Liu Chengyou opened his mouth and expressed his high praise for both of them.
"Your Majesty is so complimentary! I am so ashamed of myself!" Even though they were arrogant about their talents, they both showed humility in the face of the emperor's praise.
With an extremely kind attitude, Liu Chengyou asked in a pleasant manner: "Have you ever gotten used to it these days in the Hanlin Academy?"
Wang Pu replied: "Bachelors, Hanlin Academy, Zhongling Yuxiu, all the talents have gathered, and the two ministers are admitted to the hospital. They are like frogs at the bottom of a well. When they first enter the world, they have respect in their hearts and dare not neglect..."
"This is really too modest!" Upon seeing this, Liu Chengyou chuckled and said: "You are the great talents that I personally selected. Mr. Wenbo is even more top-ranked, so there is no need to be like this!"
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After a brief exchange of greetings with the two, Liu Chengyou took out the policy papers written by the two of them during the Imperial Examination from the imperial desk, raised it slightly in his hand, and said to the two of them: "I have recently read the "Pingbian Policy" written by the two of you. I have read it more than once. I have gained something in my mind, which is quite consistent with my previous plan, but I still have some doubts. I have called you two here today to clear up my doubts!"
Liu Chengyou's attitude showed that he was already a courteous corporal, and his regard for Wang Pu and Wang Pu was beyond words. In response, the two men quickly stood up and responded: "Your Majesty, please give me your permission."
"I have summarized my short summary. First go south and then north, first easy and then difficult. This idea can be reflected in the strategies and articles of the two of you!" Liu Chengyou said directly: "However, both Mr. Wenbo and Qi Wu have something to say. From Huainan to the north. Since you want things easier first and then things become more difficult, why not completely defeat the southern kingdoms and then attack the Khitan in the north? The fighting power of the southern kingdoms is always weaker than the Khitans!"
Liu Chengyou's summary made Wang Pu and Wang Pu nod subconsciously, and they both felt that the emperor could understand his meaning.
After looking at each other, Wang Pu spoke.
"Sit down and talk!" Liu Chengyou always showed his respect for talents.
"Your Majesty, given the current situation of the Han Dynasty, it is invincible in the north, so it can only temporarily avoid the Khitan's attack, and rely on Youji to guard the Hu cavalry. If you want to use troops abroad, and return to the four territories, only the Huainan region can be used."
"Since ancient times, Huainan has been a fertile land with millions of households. Yang and Wu used it to separate themselves. The Pseudo-Tang Dynasty took control of it. They always watched the Central Plains and invaded Xu Huai. Although the southern army was not strong in combat, it still attacked the capital of the Central Plains. , still poses a huge threat, like a sword hanging over one’s head.”
"Therefore, by seizing Huainan, we can not only seize the population, land, and wealth of Huainan, but also solve the innermost problems of our country and consolidate the Central Plains. At the same time, we can also send troops to the north to gain a powerful presence on the river and prepare for the future invasion of Jiangnan!"
After hearing what Wang Pu said personally, Liu Chengyou also nodded. However, Liu Chengyou could analyze these problems himself, so he still looked at him.
Wang Pu stopped at the right time and gave Wang Pu the chance to express himself. The two people obviously exchanged their opinions on "Pingbian Ce" and learned something from it.
I saw Wang Pu arching his hands and answering the words: "Your Majesty, since the young emperor of the former Jin Dynasty, the Central Plains has been in chaos many times, and the Hu invaders went south, and the mountains and rivers were broken. Fortunately, the great ancestor saved the world and established the Han Dynasty. Until now, your Majesty has destroyed the rivers. After rebelling and returning, the world will have a moment of peace."
"The troops in the north are strong, but our country's national strength is really insufficient and the people are in dire straits. It will definitely be difficult to recover if it takes more than ten years."
"The Pseudo-Tang Dynasty, since its ancestors established themselves on behalf of Wu, has been able to occupy the semi-nurturing land of Jianghuai and Taiyang, and has been operating it for more than ten years. The people have become rich, the country has become prosperous, the hearts of the people are attached to it, and they have tens of thousands of troops. The previous period was able to send troops to quell Fujian. It’s gaining momentum!”
"With the military strength of the Han Dynasty, if we send troops southward, it will be difficult to capture Huainan, let alone cross the river and destroy it."
Wang Pu's meaning is very clear, that is, the Han Dynasty has strong soldiers, but has no money or food. It is not easy to send troops south to take advantage, but it is even harder to destroy the Southern Tang Dynasty. These strong soldiers probably have quotation marks. And for Liu Chengyou, who had an extremely deep understanding of the Han Dynasty's treasury, was certainly deeply touched when he heard about it.
Seeing that the emperor was thinking deeply, Wang Pu stood by and added: "Even if your Majesty wants to send troops south to capture Huainan, you must make full preparations, otherwise it will be difficult to achieve full success in a short period of time."
"Tell me about it!" Liu Chengyou looked at him.
When expressing his strategy, Wang Pu seemed to be very excited: "Firstly, the chaos in the Han Dynasty has not been cured, so it takes time to get rid of bad governance, support the people's livelihood, and restore national strength; secondly, we should rectify the administration of officials, strengthen the imperial army, and make the military and political affairs more powerful. Stable; thirdly, we should train our naval forces. In the land of the Yangtze and Huaihe Rivers, there are rivers and canals, and there are canals that depend on each other. The Southern Army is more accustomed to water warfare. If there is no naval division to support it, if it rushes southward, it will be frustrated!"
"It will take three years for these three to be effective. Even so, Your Majesty should be prepared for a bloody battle with the Tang army. The Puppet Tang Dynasty is still strong, and the Tang army's combat power is still there. In the land of Huainan, half of the Puppet Tang Dynasty will definitely not be easily give up."
"Even so, the Han Dynasty still needs to consider the reactions of other countries, especially the preparations for the northern border..."
After listening to Wang Pu's eloquent remarks, Liu Chengyou came back to his senses and said in a relaxed tone: "Listening to what you two said, you guessed that I would send troops to take Huainan?"