The Liao camp stretched for more than ten miles along the direction of the Mi River, and was stationed between the city. In addition to the hundreds of thousands of Hu and Han infantry and cavalry troops, there were tens of thousands of "non-staff" personnel, Jin ministers, family members, civilian husbands, coolies, simple
In terms of number of people, there are 200,000. If doubled, it can be called "an army of 400,000."
Since returning to the north, apart from crossing the river and attacking Anyang, Luan City has been the place where I stayed the longest. Up and down, everyone was immersed in a state of restlessness. There were conflicts within the Khitan people and between various armies and departments.
, because the conflicts at the top gradually became more intense, and the conflicts became even worse.
The fallen soldiers and young men in the company's army all became frightened, feeling uneasy in their secret joy, and seemed to find some hope in their despair.
In the previous campaign, the Yan soldiers who followed Yelv Deguang to fight south probably had more than 40,000 infantry and cavalry troops. Excluding the casualties from the previous battles and the military strength divided into various states, there were still nearly 30,000 troops accompanying the army. At this time, the Liao army
In the military, it is also an independent and important force that cannot be ignored.
They were not arranged together, but there were tens of thousands of soldiers in the Sanyan camp. The camp was very crudely built and was built temporarily during the two days after Yelu Deguang's death. It was obvious that some preparations were being made.
In the military tent, Zhao Yanshou, dressed in a brocade robe, was sitting on the throne, discussing with a group of Yan-Han generals how to deal with the changes at this time. These Yan soldiers were usually jealous and ostracized, and were inferior to others.
In this sensitive situation, we can only hold each other together for warmth.
The atmosphere was very depressing, and no one dared to raise their voice too loudly during the discussion. The generals expressed their thoughts and put forward suggestions for Zhao Yanshou's reference. However, His Highness King Yan seemed a little careless and did not seem to listen seriously.
The composition of the Yan army is equally complex. There are die-hard traitors, wealthy families in Yan, relics of Jin, and righteous generals who are devoted to China... Even if they join the army to keep warm, they have different thoughts.
Zhao Yanshou actually knew all this. He looked around and sighed slightly in his heart. He knew that it was easy to bring these people together, but it was difficult to integrate them and conspire for big things. Although he, Zhao,
There is some fame, but it has not reached the point where everyone responds to it.
"That's it!" Zhao Yanshou suddenly raised his head, waved his hands half-heartedly, and said, "The most important thing right now is to organize the brothers. As long as the soldiers and horses are in hand, no one else will dare to change the situation.
It's a slight insult, and the same goes for the Khitans. In addition, keep in touch with the other two battalions and advance and retreat with us..."
"I have been attached to the Khitan for many years in the north, and I am well aware that there are many internal contradictions in the Khitan. The death of the Liao Emperor will inevitably trigger and implicate us. Since ancient times, the struggle for power has been cruel and fierce. In the past two days, the struggle for the imperial camp has already begun. We and others
I am from the southern country, and I have elite soldiers and generals, so it is difficult for me to stay out of it!"
Zhao Yanshou's face was pale, with wrinkles covering his face, and he said solemnly: "The current situation is like this, and the safety is uncertain. We can only work together and work together to tide over the difficulties!"
A frank talk had some effect, and all the Yan soldiers present agreed.
Zhao Yanshou breathed a sigh of relief. Just when he was a little relieved, he was startled by the sudden movement outside the camp.
"King Yan, it's not good!" A close confidant rushed in, looking panicked: "There are Khitan cavalry outside the camp, and we are surrounded!"
Hearing this, Zhao Yanshou's expression changed completely unexpectedly. Zhao Yanshou could only suppress his shock and doubts, comfort the general, and lead everyone out to check the situation. He did not show any fear. He did not think that in this case, the Khitan people would start an uprising.
If there is civil unrest, take action against them.
General Ruya reported that a large number of Khitan cavalry had fled outside, and the camp stood with its back to the water, being threatened from three sides. All the middle and upper-level officers were gathered in the tent to discuss matters, and no one was in charge. The middle- and lower-level Yan soldiers were at a loss what to do about this turn of events.
When Zhao Yanshou led his men out of the camp, he saw that thousands of Khitan cavalry had burst in from the camp gate. They were so arrogant that some soldiers who could not avoid them were directly killed.
"General Yelu came with his army, and with such a large formation, they forced their way into the camp wall. Why are they not afraid of triggering a mutiny?" Looking at the Khitan general who was galloping towards him, Zhao Yanshou looked at him coldly.
He has a strong tone and is not very timid.
At this time, the surrounding Yan soldiers had already reacted and began to form formations to resist. However, they had no way to deal with the Khitan army that broke into the camp. It was just a subconscious act of self-protection.
The leading Khitan general was Yelv Jieli, who was previously assigned to raise horses by Yelu Deguang. After Yelu Deguang died, he was directly activated by Yelu Ruan and regained military power.
Riding on a tall horse, Yelu Jieli pressed forward and looked down upon Zhao Yanshou: "Your Majesty, I heard that there was something strange happening in Yan Camp. I, following the order of King Yongkang, came to take over Yan Camp and coordinate the deployment to prevent any unexpected events!"
"General, are you kidding me?" Zhao Yanshou looked ugly.
"Whether it's a joke or not, King Yan knows it in his heart. Your Majesty has long since relieved you of military power. Why are you here?" Yelu Jie's tone became more contemptuous, and he glanced at the Yan Army generals behind Zhao Yanshou: "You still summoned
What are the intentions of these generals?"
As soon as he said this, not only Zhao Yanshou, but also other Yanjun military schools, their expressions changed, with fear and fear in their eyes.
Staring at their reactions, Yelu Jieli straightened his waist, raised his head, looked around, and said loudly and forcefully: "I am here under orders, do you still have any questions?"
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"Your Majesty, the Yan camp is under control!" Yelu Anbo reported to Yelu Ruan from the Liao army's imperial camp.
"Didn't it cause any resistance?" Yelu Ruan just returned from the camp tour with a serious look on his face and asked after hearing this.
"Don't worry, the three Yan camps are blocked. We launched suddenly and easily controlled them!" Yelu Anbo replied.
Yelu Ruan: "Where is Zhao Yanshou?"
"Already under house arrest!" Yelu Anbo showed a trace of disdain on his face: "This person secretly summoned General Yan Bing. He obviously has evil intentions and really does not know how to live or die."
Yelu Ruan breathed a heavy sigh of relief and took the lead to look at the imperial camp. As he walked, he said seriously: "We can't go on like this!"
"Are you worried about the generals who were loyal to the late emperor? Now that Yan Bing has taken control, will we start to deal with them next?"
Yelu Ruan shook his head: "They are all Khitan talents. The general trend is mine. They will compromise sooner or later. I visited all the battalions and found that the soldiers were disorganized, morale was low, and there were frequent fights. It was a complete chaos. We must
Strictly rectify the situation, stabilize it as soon as possible, correct the chaos, and return to the country, otherwise, sooner or later, big chaos will arise!"
"By the way, where is the Longqi Army in Zhaozhou?" Yelu Ruan suddenly asked.
Yelu Anbo replied nonchalantly: "It seems that they have withdrawn. The other party probably does not dare to go deeper alone."
"Yeah." Yelu Ruan responded.
Sighing, Yelu Ruan ordered: "Let Cha Ge, Shuo Gu, the generals and ministers come to the imperial camp to see me!"