"Take the rewards from the inner court, the magical weapons, and the clothes, and send them to Linzhou. Yang Ye is allowed to go back to his hometown for the funeral during the March holiday, and Wang Shenqi, the commander of Yanmen, is promoted to the deputy envoy of the Dingxiang Army to temporarily oversee military affairs! In addition, after the funeral, the general Yang Xinzi and Yang Chongxun were transferred to Tokyo to serve!"
Zhao Kuangyin also paid a pilgrimage and entered the palace. When he heard the emperor's order, he was slightly surprised. However, Yang Xin, the father of Yang Ye, the envoy of Dingxiang Army, died, and the emperor attached great importance to it, so he was so gracious.
After hearing this, Zhao Kuangyin couldn't help but sigh: "Your Majesty's kindness to General Yang is both admirable and enviable!"
"I regard Yang Ye as my arm and the pillar of our territory's defense. If something happens to his family, I should provide him with compensation. This is the right thing to do!" When Liu Chengyou heard this, he looked at Zhao Kuangyin and said, "Yuan Lang is also my confidant and a general of the imperial court. The Great Han Zhuguo!"
Zhao Kuangyin immediately bowed humbly and said: "Your Majesty is deeply grateful for your kindness. I feel ashamed and can't bear it. I can only repay you with my wholehearted loyalty!"
He waved to Zhao Kuangyin and asked him to take a seat without courtesy. He looked around for a few times. He returned from his first border patrol and was covered in dust. He ordered someone to serve tea and Liu Chengyou said: "Yuan Long's western tour lasted two months and traveled thousands of miles." ,Thanks for your hard work!"
"How dare you speak of hardship when you are working for your country!" Zhao Kuangyin responded.
"How was the harvest from this trip?" Liu Chengyou asked: "How is the Southwest Army!"
Zhao Kuangyin took a sip of tea, organized his speech, and replied: "Xiang Dujian is worthy of being a great general. He is rigorous in running the army and controls the people. There are 30,000 infantry and cavalry in the southwest. They are well trained and have never slacked off! I inspected the three armies. , the military appearance is neat and disciplined, it can be of great use! Bohai County Duke is also a general with talent and direction, and the presence of the second Duke Wang can ensure that the court has no worries in the southwest.
At present, Fengxiang and Chencang have accumulated provisions, more than 50,000 stones of flour, and 100,000 military flags and armor. All the soldiers have finished changing their uniforms. Our dynasty is in the southwest, and we can say that our troops are strong and our horses are strong. We have sent troops to encourage them and boost their morale. From the generals to the soldiers, everyone is excited and excited, eager to fight and make contributions to the country. We only need the imperial edict to send troops to attack Shu!"
Seeing that the emperor was listening attentively as usual, Zhao Kuangyin paused and continued: "The dozens of officers accompanying him are all considered to have joined the army as the capital school, and they will make proper arrangements with the capital supervisor.
When I left Fengxiang, I was ordered by the imperial court to divide my troops with the governor and prepare for rotational plowing and garrisoning. If there is no war in the spring and summer, tens of thousands of grains should be obtained to supplement the needs of the expedition against Shu... "
"I know for sure that with the talents of Xiangxing people, I will not be disappointed!" Liu Chengyou said: "How is the Shu army?"
"Your Majesty, please move to the map!"
On the side of the Chongzheng Hall, there are more than ten maps of various sizes, including the map of the southwest, including the four states of Qin and Feng, which were collected by Hanlin scholars, combined with local chronicles, and newly surveyed and mapped. Cities, checkpoints, mountains, rivers, and roads are all vividly displayed. On it, it is clear and distinct.
With the help of the map of the southwest, Zhao Kuangyin reported to Liu Chengyou: "Up to now, the Shu army has nearly 40,000 troops stationed in Qin Feng. Han Baozhen led 15,000 troops, deployed along the Wei River, and stationed in Longcheng, Chengji, Qingshui San City. Li Tinggui's remaining main force was stationed in Liangquan, Guzhen, and occupied all the dangerous valleys and valleys along the pass. He also sent partial troops to station in Tianshui to connect the north and south. All of them built forts and strongholds along the key roads to prepare for my conquest! Shu! Lord, I have newly sent Gao Yancuo, Lu Yanke and other Shu generals to the north to assist Li Tinggui."
Liu Chengyou's eyes fell on the map, followed Zhao Kuangyin's fingers, held his hands in his arms, thought about it for a while, and said: "The Shu army deployed its defenses in this way, setting up obstacles in sections. It was intended to be comprehensive, but in fact it was insufficient everywhere!"
"Your Majesty's insight is right! It is very easy for the Shu army to attack Guanzhong if it is based on Qin Feng. On the contrary, if our army wants to seize it, it can also directly attack its territory!" Zhao Kuangyin nodded, complimented and said: "I have been with you I will go to the Governor to discuss the military strategy, and I can give your Majesty my preliminary draft strategy for entering the army!"
"Once the troops are sent out, they plan to march towards the capital, and march in two ways. One is a partial division, marching westward along the Longyou Avenue along the Wei River to attack Qinzhou. This is a suspected army, supplemented by Jingwei's army, pretending to move north, looking for an opportunity to capture Tianshui , cut off the connection between Qin and Feng.
Xiang Dujian then led his main force out of Sanguan, followed the Shu army's northward advance, and went south to attack Fengzhou. He set up camp step by step and attacked steadily. He used Liangquan as bait to lure the Shu army to reinforce them and then gather together to defeat them!"
"Xiang Xun, are you planning to set up the battlefield in Liangquan?" Liu Chengyou touched his chin.
"Exactly!" Zhao Kuangyin said: "Sanguan Road is an important thoroughfare connecting Guanzhong and Hanzhong, but there are always dangers. Beyond Liangquan, and further south, is the top of the Ridge Road. The terrain is particularly dangerous, with strange peaks and steep mountains, and dangerous signs. Huansheng, especially the Qingni Ridge section. Therefore, it is better to focus on the north!"
He nodded slightly, but Liu Chengyou couldn't help but doubt: "Before entering Liangquan, there are many dangers along the way. It won't be easy to overcome them!"
Zhao Kuangyin said: "It is true! Even if there are many dangers and obstacles, how can the Shu army be able to fortify every step without losing anything? Moreover, in military battles, terrain is of course important, but it also depends on the command of the troops, the combat strength of the soldiers, and the supplies. Adapt measures to the time and place!
As long as the northern resistance is broken and the troops approach Liangquan, the Shu army's defenses on the Fengzhou front line will inevitably collapse. After taking the green mud, solidifying the town, and building the Jinniu dangerous road, straight down the steps, things will be easy."
"But -" At this point, Zhao Kuangyin stopped talking.
"It's okay to speak out!" Liu Chengyou said.
Zhao Kuangyin handed over his hand to Liu Chengyou: "I would like to advise your majesty, the governor of the capital, that at the beginning of Qin Feng's attack, the progress will be slow. It will take a lot of time and money and food. I hope the court can be more patient..."
When Liu Chengyou heard this, he hesitated for a moment, then glanced at Zhao Kuangyin and smiled casually: "Xiang Xun's concerns are far-reaching. He is concerned about the court! I sent a large army to attack Shu to realize the national strategy. The ambition is indestructible, how can it be shaken? Although I may be worried, it shows that it is thoughtful and thoughtful, and it adds a little more confidence to me!"
"It seems that I have to write a letter and let Xiang Xun focus on the military affairs in the southwest without any worries!" Liu Chengyou murmured.
"Your Majesty is wise!" Zhao Kuangyin praised with a slightly relaxed expression.
After sitting down again, Liu Chengyou asked again about the situation of the northwest border defense, and Zhao Kuangyin explained in detail what he had seen.
"It seems that Wang Yansheng did a good job in Yanzhou!" After hearing Zhao Kuangyin mention his inspection status in Dingbian Army, Liu Chengyou smiled slightly and showed satisfaction.
Zhao Kuangyin seemed to have a good impression of Wang Yansheng, saying: "Although General Wang has a perverse and unruly temperament, he is forthright and heroic, and he can be regarded as a border guard general. Although he is angry and brave, he does not just use force. .As far as I can see, there are no barbarians around who are afraid of their power and restrain their behavior, not daring to offend them."
By the way, Zhao Kuangyin mentioned Wang Yansheng's desire to increase troops, and Liu Chengyou also agreed with Zhao Kuangyin's conciliatory remarks, saying: "What I want now is peace in the northwest, to maintain the balance and stability of the situation, and not to cause another disturbance! "
"I understand!" Zhao Kuangyin said: "The subordinates of the Dingnan Army often support more than ten thousand people on foot and on horseback. If a party is temporarily gathered to accompany them, it can be twice as many. At this time, the imperial court should not force too much, but should care for it. Wait for the imperial court Free your hands and you can decide calmly!"
"How is the situation over there with Shi Hongzhao?"
"Your Majesty, Duke Zheng is as brave and good at fighting as he was before. He manages the army well and conducts affairs in accordance with the law. Lingzhou is guarded and the border is safe!" Zhao Kuangyin thought about his words and said: "However, Duke Shi used the law very harshly. , The emperor is too harsh, the killing is excessive, and the entertainment is excessive, this is a hidden danger!"
After listening to what he said, Liu Chengyou was not surprised at all. He just sighed: "It seems that no matter whether he is in Beijing, in Luo, or on the border, his temperament and methods have not changed much. However, it is also suitable for guarding Shuofang. he!"
"What your Majesty said is true!"
"I heard that when I returned to Beijing, I passed through Yanzhou and visited it?"
Facing the emperor's gaze, Zhao Kuangyin obviously understood what Liu Chengyou was asking and immediately responded: "I heard about the incident in Yanzhou and changed the route to investigate. The whole Yanzhou is indeed under the control of the Gao family, and the control is very strict! Gao Shaoji has some tricks , but they are not qualified as middle-class people, and are stingy by nature. Being able to control the situation is the accumulated influence of the Gao family in those decades. The people of Yanzhou are very poor, and the soldiers of Yanzhou are very weak... .”
"So, Yanzhou is nothing to worry about?" Liu Chengyou asked.
"It's nothing to worry about!" Zhao Kuangyin affirmed.
"What if Yanzhou and Xiazhou eliminate their old grudges, turn enemies into friends, and collude with each other to seek coexistence?" Liu Chengyou said suddenly.
Zhao Kuangyin hesitated a little: "There is a long-standing grudge between the two, and it should not be easily eliminated!"
"But, I have to worry about it!" Liu Chengyou sighed leisurely.
After saying that, Zhao Kuangyin briefly told Liu Chengyou about the affairs between Puchuan Racecourse and Su Fengji, and presented the two horses donated by Su Fengji.
Regarding Su Fengji, Liu Chengyou had almost forgotten about it. When he suddenly heard Zhao Kuangyin mention it, he felt something else in his heart. After pondering for a long time, he sighed and said: "When Su Fengji donates 3,000 war horses, he will be exempted from his son's heirs." !”
Time is always easy to eliminate hatred. After so many years, Liu Chengyou no longer hates Su Fengji in his heart. In fact, he has forgotten the emotion he had towards Su Fengji at the beginning. He only vaguely remembers it, seemingly to "kill the chicken to scare the monkeys." ", to establish the authority of the king.
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In memory of the founder of the country, he also served the great ancestor, and paid for his sins by suffering all the hardships in Yuanzhou. With a single thought in mind, Liu Chengyou gave the Su family a chance to "liberate", which can be regarded as demonstrating his The emperor's benevolence...