Chapter Three Seven and Nine: Han Sui surrendered and occupied Longxi
Jia Xu bowed down and agreed. After a series of changes in the Xiliang army, Jia Xu had to worship Jia Rong. A martial artist could have strategies that were not inferior to those of literati, and could occasionally make amazing remarks, especially Jia Rong.
Rong's trust in his subordinates, Jia Xu felt that this was the fundamental reason why many people were willing to sacrifice their lives for him. When the water pirates on the river were given important tasks, they dared not die.
"What's the attitude of Han Sui from Hanyang County?" Jia Rong sat up and asked calmly. After years of being influenced by his superiors, Jia Rong's temperament has begun to change. He is no longer the passionate young man who would jump three feet high when something happened.
Already.
"Lord, Han Sui recently sent someone to reply. There are many soldiers from the Qiang tribe in Han Sui's army, and they are currently discussing." Zhang Xiu said.
"Our army is determined to win Hanyang and Longxi. We ordered Zhang Liao and Xu Shu to pay attention to the activities in nearby counties in Jiuquan. Why have there been so many riots in Jiuquan recently?" Jia Rong pointed at the three counties of Jiuquan in Hanyang and Longxi in the drawing and said.
"Nuo!" Jia Xu secretly remembered it in his heart. The information of the entire Xiliang Army was on him alone. It can be said that the movements of the entire Han Dynasty were well known. The next step of the Xiliang Army will definitely unify Liangzhou and develop slowly.
Then Jia Xu must have a thorough understanding of the situation in each county in Liangzhou.
In the spring of March, Chang'an was still a little cold. Han Sui's letter of surrender reached Chang'an by fast horse. After the officials heard it, their first feeling was that it was natural. With Jia Rong's impressive record, such a result seemed to come a little late.
Now that the Qiang people have returned home, Han Sui will not last long. With Han Sui's sophisticated calculations, he will definitely consider a retreat. In the battle with the Xiliang army, he was completely frightened.
Han Sui's surrender was not as simple as a piece of paper. What Jia Rong needed was a stable rear. What he chose was to follow Cao Cao's example and issue recruitment orders to suppress the unconvinced princes and unify the Han Dynasty, at least on the surface.
, he didn’t think too much about what happened after that.
During the battle with the Xiliang Army, Han Sui realized the huge difference between his own army and the Xiliang Army. Most of Han Sui's troops were soldiers from the Qiang tribe. There was a lack of basic trust between the teams, and the Qiang people were always thinking about what to do.
In order to let his people live a happy life, Han Sui was thinking about how to get the maximum benefit from these Qiang people. Over time, there would definitely be disagreements.
The Qiang tribe had no objection to joining the Xiliang army. The Qiang people living in Jincheng County are living examples. Together with Han Sui, they became rebels. No Qiang people wanted to live the life of having their heads tied to their belts, and Han Sui didn't want to bear the burden either.
In the name of a traitor, joining the Xiliang Army became the best destination.
When Jia Rong sent the surrender document to Hanyang County, Han Sui realized that the situation was over and he might as well take the opportunity to join the Xiliang army.
Han Sui's original team is still under his control. Most of these people have been Han Sui's confidants for many years. They take orders from Han Sui more than Jia Rong. Instead of doing this, it is better to generously assign this happy person to Han Sui to take charge when the war comes.
At this time, Han Sui had no reason to shirk.
The troops of the Qiang tribe were temporarily incorporated into the Xiliang Army under the leadership of Lou Shan. These Qiang tribes still lived in Hanyang County, but they received the same treatment as the Qiang people in Jincheng. Han Sui's army formed its own army, compiled
Entered the Xiliang army.
"After years of war in Liangzhou, the people's minds have settled, especially in Hanyang Beidi and other counties. Let's work together to unify Liangzhou as soon as possible." Jia Rong's tone became a little passionate.
Jia Xu, Zhang Xiu and other core generals of the Xiliang Army suddenly promised that with the development of the Xiliang Army, they will expand their territory, have strong military power, and have the people's hearts attached to them. With the support of the emperor's righteousness behind them, there is no need to worry about failure to achieve great things.
Everyone just felt that their whole bodies were full of fighting spirit.
Jia Xu, who had always been calm, could not hide his excitement. From when Jia Rong was a small leader to now, step by step, he saw how the Xiliang Army became powerful.
"If you have any good ideas, just say so." Jia Rong said.
The more you listen, the more you will understand, just like how the great ancestor was able to lead these people to unify the country.
"The lord should first issue an edict to the governors in various places, and be polite first and then send troops. There is no need to be polite to the counties that do not surrender. The counties that surrender should apply for their posts in front of the Han Emperor to appease the people's hearts and make plans slowly." As the Xiliang Army.
Jia Xu, the number one military advisor, took the lead.
Jia Rong nodded and said, "Wen He's words are reasonable. I wonder what Brother Zirong thinks?"
Zhang Li, it was this handsome Mr. Zhang in white who allowed Jia Rong to own the prosperous Jincheng and the rising Chang'an. The two brothers Zhang Li and Zhang Zhao played a role in the Xiliang Army just like Xiao He under Liu Bang.
Provide a strong logistical support.
"My lord, as long as you have orders, you will humble yourself and go through fire and water, even if you die." Zhang Li paid tribute. Although his words were short, everyone felt a spirit of willing to do anything for the Xiliang Army. This is the state of the officers and men of the Xiliang Army.
, you can risk your life for an order.
Compared with Jia Rong's righteousness in the world, they would choose the Xiliang army without hesitation. In other words, their loyalty is not to the royal family but to Jia Rong.
Zhang Zhao has become relatively stable. Jia Rong's legends have not made him give up. He originally chose to stay in Jincheng just out of curiosity about Jia Rong, but he did not expect that he would be where he is now.
Jia Rong glanced at Zhang Zhao behind Zhang Li and said with a smile: "Your two brothers are just like Xiao He. Our army's food and grass depend entirely on them."
Zhang Zhao's body trembled when he heard this, and he dared to compare "Xiao He" with his two brothers, which made Zhang Zhao's eyes towards Jia Rong become more complicated.
Five thousand cavalry and 30,000 infantrymen rush to various places under orders one after another. What kind of storm will be caused in Liangzhou? The most common thing in various places is not chickens and dogs, but peace. The people welcome the arrival of the Xiliang army.
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Hanyang County surrendered, and the Xiliang Army captured Longxi County without much resistance. The whole world was shocked. The Xiliang Army had been dormant for more than a year, and now it was about to show its sharp fangs. Unexpectedly, the Xiliang cavalry was as elite as ever, and many princes
I can't help but wonder why Liu Biao failed to assassinate Jia Rong, otherwise the world would be in a different situation.
"My lord, the governor of Longxi County opened the door to welcome the army into the city." Jia Xu said calmly.
Jia Rong nodded and said: "As long as we are Han people, we will treat them equally, assign county magistrates, and completely control Longxi County."
"promise!"
"Wen He, although you and I are kings and ministers, we are also friends with each other. If you have anything to say, just say it. I, Jia Rong, also came up step by step from the bottom. Many things cannot be solved by one person. What I am doing is wrong.
Wen He and a group of counselors can give you more reminders."
Feeling the sincerity in Jia Rong's tone, Jia Xu bowed again. Looking at the world, how many lords can hold such a high position?
"Wherever the banner of our army goes, counties and counties surrender, but the lord should not delegate too much power, especially military power. The selection of officials in various places must also obey the people's will. Those who are corrupt should be punished so that the people can see
The style of the Xiliang Army." Jia Xu said slowly.
"Wen He, I leave this matter to you. I was negligent before." Jia Rong said.
This may lead to resistance in some counties. After all, there are too few officials with clean foundations. However, under the power of the Xiliang Army, these so-called resistances seem insignificant.
The speed of expansion of the Xiliang Army shocked the princes of the world. Today, the princes are in charge of their own affairs. To put it bluntly, the Han Emperor in Chang'an is just a decoration. Everyone knows this in their hearts, but they just don't say it openly.
When Jia Rong sent troops to Liangzhou, all the princes in the world wanted to see how powerful the Xiliang Army was. Unexpectedly, where the banner of the Xiliang Army passed by, the county magistrate had no guts and chose to surrender.
Although the county guard resisted, the soldiers below were bent on surrendering and led the Xiliang army into the city under the cover of night. The reputation of the Xiliang army temporarily stagnated after the victory over Xianbei.
In January, Hanyang, Longxi, and Wuwei were captured. The Xiliang army did not stop there and sent troops to the Jiuquan and Zhangye areas.
Since the Han Dynasty fell into war, the Jiuquan, Zhangye, and Dunhuang areas have been neglected. The county magistrate and prefect are the highest officials there. Anyone who disobeys orders will be killed without mercy. Although there is not much turmoil in these three counties on the surface, there is still a lot of Han in the heart.
There are only a few people who know the Han Dynasty, and the common people's attitude towards the Han Dynasty comes from the words of the old man.
If you want to dominate the world, you must have a stable rear. The Jiuquan and Zhangye areas are the business throat of the Han Dynasty and the countries in the Western Regions. It also has the fertile soil of the Hexi Corridor. If those foreigners continue to develop like this, the consequences will be unimaginable.
The three counties of Jiuquan, Zhangye, and Dunhuang opened up another trade channel for the Xiliang Army.
Xiliang Army is the main battle, and its own horses are constantly being consumed. Purchasing horses to replenish the team is not a long-term solution. With the Hexi Corridor, these problems will be solved. You can build your own horse farm to provide the army with high-quality horses.
Among the three thousand cavalry, Jia Rong, surrounded by a thousand blood guards, marched towards the Hexi Corridor. With a stable rear, he could only feel relieved if he took action himself.
Jia Xu, Zhang Li and others were naturally reluctant to have Jia Rong go to Jiuquan County in person. The previous assassination of Liu Biao had made their hearts unable to withstand the excitement, and the situation in Jiuquan was not stable.
However, Jia Rong did not take the advice of the counselors and officials to heart at all, and verbally agreed to the matter, but secretly prepared to go to Jiuquan.
At this time, all the burden fell on Zhao Yun, the commander of the personal guards. Jia Rong could not be harmed in any way, otherwise Zhao Yun would wait to come back and be punished.
No matter where Jia Rong goes, a thousand blood guards will follow closely. Unlike the mainland of the Han Dynasty, Xianlian Pavilion does not have branches in Jiuquan County, Zhangye County and Dunhuang County. The source of intelligence can only rely on scouts and lone wolves.
In order to ensure Jia Rong's safety, the Lone Wolf soldiers dispatched a total of eighty people, led by Zhang Xiu himself.
