"Uncle, what kind of backhand has the imperial court left behind in the three southern provinces? My nephew is really confused."
After hearing what Gao Shaoyi said, Prince Ding smiled. He originally wanted to get some information from Gao Shaoyi, but he didn't expect that this kid was like a loach now. He didn't tell any information. Instead, he wanted to see what the imperial court's trump card was.
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Of course, this is human nature. After all, the two sides are working together to handle things. The power of the Suppression Army is already here. No one needs to say anything. But if the court doesn't come up with something real, can people rest assured?
"There are some things that I can't explain clearly, but you have to understand that if there is a conflict, then you have to start mobilizing the army. But if you can't mobilize the army, what else can you do to confront you head-on?"
The way Prince Ding spoke made Gao Shaoyi feel very uncomfortable. After all, Gao Shaoyi was used to being straightforward. This was also because the Suppression Army was strong enough and there was no need to be tempted there.
Can't mobilize the army?
How is this possible? Marshal Zhang has occupied the three southern provinces for such a long time. Didn’t all the high-level officials choose themselves? Did the people from the imperial court already control the army?
"Uncle, as far as I know, Marshal Zhang's army is taken care of by his two sons. Is it possible that his sons can still stand up and rebel against me?"
Gao Shaoyi also wanted to confirm further.
"Drink, drink."
Prince Ding raised the cup in his hand and did not continue to talk about this topic. If he continued to talk, he would already have the answer to the riddle.
Originally, Gao Shaoyi had the courage to ask this question tentatively, but he did not expect to get such a response, which means that Gao Shaoyi's statement really exists.
Oh my God, Zhang Dashuai was betrayed by his son...
It was difficult for Gao Shaoyi to accept the fact before him, but if he thought about it comprehensively, it might happen. Only one of the two sons might be able to inherit the family business, and the remaining one would end badly in the future.
So it is normal for this son to seek some outside help in order to change his tragic ending in the future.
Gao Shaoyi is an only child, so he doesn't need to consider this. But looking at other major houses in the capital, aren't there still a lot of brotherly fights?
"Do you know why the emperor wants to transfer you to the three southern provinces?"
Gao Shaoyi, who was in shock, had not recovered yet. Prince Ding was already talking about the next topic. Although Prince Ding represented the interests of the court, the person in front of him was his nephew after all. Thinking of his deceased sister and
Brother-in-law Prince Ding felt that he should also give Gao Shaoyi some advice.
"Isn't it to fight against Marshal Zhang's army?"
Gao Shaoyi was really a little confused. Is there any other meaning? We are really immature in politics. I don't know what these old foxes are thinking.
"Of course Marshal Zhang's army is important, but after solving the three southern provinces, do you think things around you will be stable?"
It happened that Uncle Guo had a huge map in his house, and the two of them had almost eaten, so they came to the map. The one in the center in front of it was the Daqian Empire.
General Long of the Three Southwest Provinces!
Such a name suddenly appeared in Gao Shaoyi's head.
There is also a big warlord in the three southwestern provinces, and he is the most unruly warlord in the entire empire. He has not been to the capital for ten years now.
"Did uncle get any news?"
Although Gao Shaoyi thought of this name in his mind, he didn't dare to confirm it yet. Even if he was chatting with his own uncle, he had to think carefully about what was going on. If he said it casually, he might make mistakes. After all, he now represents dozens of people. Wan Zhenwujun doesn't speak so casually.
"We have received reliable news that General Long may declare independence in the near future, and the people behind him are people from the Gaolou Empire."
After hearing his uncle's words, Gao Shaoyi felt that his breathing was a little short. Although the various warlords in the Daqian Empire are independent, everyone knows very well that maintaining the status quo is the most profitable. If they become independent, it is very likely It will cause great changes across the country. At that time, there will be no benefits for the various warlords, and the ones who get the advantage will be the Western powers.
The people of the Gallic Empire have always classified the three southwestern provinces as their sphere of influence. However, because of the complex terrain of the three southwestern provinces, the people of the Gaolou Empire only controlled a few big cities and did not spread them to other areas. Why should they support it? Is he independent?
"In the eyes of the major warlords, you also represent the power of the imperial court. They don't know what happened between us. They just hope that after you arrive in the three southern provinces, General Long will have some scruples. As for independence, Maybe you can let it go."
Originally, the emperor didn't want to tell Gao Shaoyi about this matter. After all, if Gao Shaoyi knew about this kind of thing, he would seek benefits from the court. Since you are using me, you must give me the labor fee.
But Prince Ding still felt a little sorry for his nephew, so he had to make some preparations for Gao Shaoyi. General Long had 200,000 troops, and the terrain of the three southwest provinces was complicated. It's not just you who has more troops, but you have the final say here. If a fight breaks out in one area, Gao Shaoyi's suppressing army may not be able to take advantage.
Now Gao Shaoyi's head is in a mess. He originally wanted to compete with foreigners. Who knew that such a thing would happen in China? Last time it was like this on the Xiongnu grassland, and this time it is like this in the three southwestern provinces. This is strange. The imperial court of the Qian Empire was too weak and gave too much hope to warlords everywhere. Who doesn't want to be the emperor?
"You don't need to worry too much. If the fight goes well, won't the three southwestern provinces also come under your command?"
The engagement prince returned to the dining table with a smile, but these words made Gao Shaoyi not happy at all. If it were in another place, Gao Shaoyi would definitely jump up with joy. After all, this is the territory of three provinces.
But the three southwestern provinces are different. The local ethnic groups are complex and there are various struggles. Even if Gao Shaoyi takes over this area, it will slow down his progress.
What's more, the southwest border is not very peaceful. Just outside the border are the colonies of the Gallic Empire. The relationship between Gao Shaoyi and the Gallic Empire is not very good, and conflicts between the two sides may break out at any time.
It was really not that easy to go south this time. Although Gao Shaoyi had long known that the imperial court would plot against him, he did not expect that it would be so powerful. His own infantry brigade could deal with Marshal Zhang's army.
Coupled with General Long's 200,000 troops, Gao Shaoyi felt really unsure...