News of the crown prince's accession to the throne spread to Hanzhou.
After receiving the information, Qin Huaidao locked himself in his study and thought about it behind closed doors without seeing anyone.
When the Tang Dynasty changed hands, the court was bound to be in a different situation. Among other things, Changsun Wuji was granted the title of Taiwei and the Inspector of the Zhongshu.
Below one person, above tens of thousands of people.
The Shangshu Province and the Menxia Province were originally under the control of Fang Xuanling, but the court gave an irrefutable reason. Fang Xuanling was ill at home and unable to manage the government. Now that foreign enemies have invaded, the government affairs are urgent and cannot afford to be delayed. This means that Fang Xuanling was
After being squeezed out, Changsun Wuji took over all the power.
Changsun Wuji has been in charge of the civil service for many years, and has great prestige. He has countless disciples and old officials, and his family is even richer than the country. Once he takes power, he will definitely mobilize countless resources to reverse the situation, and it is no longer suitable to send troops to support him.
What Qin Huaidao didn't expect was that Niu Jinda, the Kaifu Yitong Third Division, was considered the highest level of literary and prose officials. From the first rank, he could have his own shogunate and staff, and enjoyed the same treatment as the Third Division and the Three Dukes.
A military general was appointed as a civil official, but he was also in charge of guarding the military affairs of Chang'an. There was something fishy about the situation.
Niu Jinda had dealt with Qin Huaidao several times. He was an upright man who cherished his soldiers and did not take power. He was also loyal to Li Er. Why did he turn to Li Zhi? Is it the Holy Spirit's intention?
What is even more strange is the warrior Yu, a governor of Lizhou who was promoted to the general of the auxiliary country. He took over the defense of the Great Wall to resist the Turks and was promoted several levels in a row. Qin Huaidao thought of the woman from Ganye Temple. Could it be that she had jumped out to cause trouble again?
After some weighing, Qin Huaidao's eyes fell on the map.
The warrior Xun was a businessman. He helped Duke Li Yuan of the Tang Dynasty to launch an army in Jinyang. He was listed as one of the "Taiyuan Yuanmou Heroes". He was promoted to minister of the Ministry of Industry and granted the title of Duke of the State. After Li Shimin came to the throne, he successively served as the governor of Yuzhou and Lizhou. He was considered a civil official, although there were some
Talent, but can it hold the defense line of the Great Wall?
Qin Huaidao couldn't help but look at the two people mentioned in the intelligence. Li Sixing and Li Gaoqian served as the left and right deputy commanders of the warrior Xun. In his memory, these two people followed Li Yuan's cavalry and had great military achievements. They had both served as hussar generals and were considered to be knowledgeable soldiers.
, but he is already old, and he actually got together with the samurai Yu?
With the support of these two veterans, the Great Wall's front line should not be a big problem.
The situation has changed drastically. If the imperial court repels the Turks and Tibetans and sends troops, it will be suspected of invasion and rebellion.
"Are you still sending troops?"
Qin Huaidao looked at the map without saying a word for a long time, his thoughts uncertain.
After careful consideration, Qin Huaidao punched the table, stood up suddenly, and strode out of the study.
Outside the study, the soldiers were waiting, each looking over eagerly.
As a military general, who doesn’t want to expand territory and become famous all over the world?
Li Jing stepped forward and solemnly reminded: "King Han, the situation has changed, but think twice, otherwise you will suffer a lifetime of infamy."
"No need to say more, I have made up my mind."
Qin Huaidao raised his hand to interrupt and looked at everyone.
When everyone saw that he was going to continue fighting, they all became excited.
Li Jing also understood everyone's thoughts. He didn't want to fight, but fighting against the Tang Dynasty was not possible. This was the bottom line and a matter of principle. He also wanted to persuade him. Seeing Qin Huaidao's eyes were firm and sharp, and he had obviously made a decision, he sighed, said nothing more, and retreated.
Go down.
"Everyone!"
Qin Huaidao said in a deep voice: "Prince Li Zhi has ascended the throne, how can I not go to congratulate you? My wife should also be taken home. This trip to Chang'an is only to congratulate and marry, and to escort the caravan over to save the people's livelihood in Hanzhou. But who would
If you dare not open your eyes, our knives are not vegetarian."
"good!"
"Congratulations on your marriage!"
Everyone roared excitedly, this reason is fair and just, no one can find fault with it, as for whether to fight or not, haven't you said it? Whoever dares not to open his eyes will have a plan. As for what it means not to open his eyes, is it not to open his eyes?
Doesn’t everyone have the final say?
When Li Jing heard this, he didn't directly raise the flag of rebellion. It was reasonable to congratulate the princess and marry the princess, and it was also the duty of the king of Han Dynasty. As for leading troops in the past, it violated etiquette. The road was not safe during war. He also had to escort the caravan to Hanzhou. It was not right to lead troops.
Is it normal?
If you are a famous teacher, who can say anything? Let your heart be completely at ease.
Seeing that no one objected, Qin Huaidao continued with a cold face: "Luo Tong, Duan Zan, Cheng Chubi!"
"Here!" Luo Tong and three others stepped out from the crowd and solemnly clasped their fists.
"I order the three of you to attack Tibet and act according to the plan. This battle is only to create panic, seize grain and grass, and capture people. No mistakes should be made." Qin Huaidao ordered.
"Follow the order!" the three of them were overjoyed.
Luo Tong was happy when he heard about the war and just wanted to fight it, or he was leading the army independently. He was excited just thinking about it.
Duan Zan held this breath in his heart, looked in the direction of Tubo and murmured to himself: "Brothers, I'm going to see you soon. I don't dare to forget the moment of hatred. It's time to avenge the shame."
As for Cheng Chubi, he had been waiting for the opportunity to lead the army in battle and prove himself to become the leader of an army like the other brothers. When the opportunity presented itself, he was very excited.
"Gong Wei, Su Dingfang!"
"exist!"
"I order you two to lead troops north. You must capture the fortresses of Yizhou and Xizhou, and seize the Tibetan army's supplies of food and grass. Once the main Turkic force retreats, there is no need to intercept it, just let it go and return. Duke Wei will take the lead in this battle."
"Follow the order." The two men responded solemnly.
"Xue Rengui!"
"exist!"
"Send troops to attack Yecheng by surprise. After taking it, we will suppress and pacify it equally. We will move all the cattle, sheep and population of the surrounding tribes to Hanzhou. The army will retreat to Khotan. This battle will be fought quickly. Like lightning, it will disappear in one blow, leaving the Turks
If you can’t figure out the details and don’t know who did it, you can use it as a blitzkrieg.”
"Follow the order!" Xue Rengui said with one click, his eyes shining.
"Li Derjian, Li Yixie, Cheng Xiaomei, Yuchi Linger, Wang Xuance."
"Here!" Li Derjian and the other five stepped out from the crowd, clasping their fists and bowing.
"I ordered Li Derjian to sit in the Hanzhou Palace and coordinate the overall situation, Wang Xuance to assist in civil affairs, Li Yixie, Cheng Xiaomei and Yuchi Ling'er to assist in guarding the safety of the royal city. There must be no mistake. The royal city is the foundation, please."
Wang Xuance had a flexible mind, and the batch of Jinshi candidates he poached were all led by Wang Xuance. They were regarded as civil servants of the Han Dynasty. They were most suitable to assist Li Derjian in charge of civil affairs.
As for safety, with the presence of powerful generals like Li Yixie, Li Dejian's proficiency in the art of war, and the assistance of Cheng Xiaomei and Yuchi Ling'er, with about 30,000 soldiers and horses, there is no problem in guarding the high and strong Hanwang City.
"Follow the order!"
The five men responded solemnly. Although they could not accompany the army to fight, staying in the royal city was a great honor. It was Qin Huaidao's trust that should not be let down.
"Where are Fang Yiai, Luo Zhang, Luo Ying, and Luo Wu?"
"Here!" The four people whose names were called came out.
"With Luo Zhang as the vanguard, Fang Yiai as the middle army, Luo Ying and Luo Wu guard the middle army tent, meet An Guogong and Cheng Chumo along the way, go to Longyou, go to Chang'an to congratulate and marry."
"Follow the order!" The four men responded solemnly, filled with murderous intent.
As Qin Huaidao spoke, he looked at Cheng Yaojin and warned: "Gong Lu, I will leave Yumen Pass to you."
"Don't worry." Cheng Yaojin responded solemnly.
"Everyone, this battle is related to the future of Hanzhou. It has to be fought. Everyone prepares. We will sacrifice the flag and go out in three days."
"Follow the order!"
The crowd shouted loudly, their momentum rising into the night.
…
A small road in Liangzhou.
An army rushed on its way, dusty and exhausted.
The leader was none other than Xu Shiji. His armor was stained with blood, his hair was unkempt, his eyes were bloodshot, and he had endless hatred. He suddenly reined in his horse and stopped, shouting to the people behind him: "Brothers, hurry up, hurry up!"
, climb over the mountain in front and rest again.”
"Jiang Jun, brothers can't run anymore." A captain shouted with a grimace.
"You have to run if you can't run. Brothers didn't die on the battlefield, but died in the fight with the Turks. Could it be that they died at the hands of our own people? Those bastards are chasing after them. They can catch up with them in the blink of an eye. They must be thrown away.
Only in order to survive.”
The captain shouted: "General, take the others and leave first. Stay behind those who can't walk. Fight with them to buy time for the general."
"Don't talk nonsense, even if you stay, I'm still an old man." Xu Shiji yelled.
A lieutenant general ran up and shouted loudly: "Brothers, the court is unkind and wants to kill me. So many brothers have fallen. No more deaths can be carried out. This revenge must be avenged. The only way we can survive is to find the King of Han."
Only then can we get a chance to take revenge, seek an explanation for our brothers who died tragically, and run away."
"Yes, revenge!"
"We want revenge!"
"Everybody run."
The soldiers shouted and cheered each other up, and their speed suddenly increased.
General Zhonglang looked at Xu Shiji and whispered: "General, after all, he is made of flesh and blood. Running away like this is not a problem, not to mention that the brothers are short of food and clothing, and the road ahead is dangerous."
"It doesn't matter. There are Tibetans or Turks along the way. Pick out the lone ones and kill them all the way. Fight with war. We didn't die in the battle at the Great Wall. We survived when the imperial court silenced us. We can survive on this road as well, and we must survive."
Xu Shiji said murderously, his eyes looking towards Chang'an full of murderous intent.