Chapter 1234 After the preparations are over, Muchuan leaves for Youzhou to take office.
Chapter 1234 After preparations, Muchuan set off for Youzhou to take up his post, and hundreds of officials sent Prince Li Tai off...
Muchuan, the Grand Governor of the Andong Protectorate of the Tang Empire, was about to leave for his fiefdom, Youzhou, in Luoyang City.
This time Muchuan brought 50,000 elite soldiers given to him by Prince Li Tai.
These soldiers are well-equipped, well-trained, skilled in martial arts, and have a strong will to fight. They are by no means comparable to ordinary armies.
"Drive~" Muchuan galloped on the road on a fast horse, feeling very happy.
This expedition was his second time serving. Although he had followed Li Shimin to conquer other princes before, at that time he was unable to participate in such a real war and manage a piece of land.
Now that I can finally learn a lesson, how can I not be excited?
Muchuan looked at the group of soldiers around him and felt very pleased: "How many victorious battles have you fought with me?"
A burly man with a helmet full of feathers said: "I have fought with you three times."
Muchuan nodded: "Yes, I hope you remember that I am your commander-in-chief, and you only need to obey orders and protect the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty."
"I obey, Your Excellency, Commander-in-Chief!"
All the soldiers said in unison.
Muchuan asked another soldier: "What about you?"
The soldier replied: "I have fought with you four times."
Muchuan smiled and said: "Very good. When I win this battle, I will promote you to centurion and reward you with a thousand taels of silver."
The soldiers' eyes lit up when they heard this: "Thank you, Commander-in-Chief, for the promotion."
All soldiers know what kind of character their commander is.
He seems gentle at ordinary times, but when he gets serious he becomes very serious.
They have fought and won several battles with him, and they deeply understand what a powerful character he is.
Now he actually wants to be promoted to centurion. Doesn't that mean that he is one step closer to the rank of deputy lieutenant?
Muchuan then asked his last soldier: "What about you?"
"My subordinates have followed you to fight three times."
the soldier said.
Muchuan laughed: "I recognize you. You are a very smart soldier. You fought with me for three games. I am very satisfied with your performance, so I decided to promote you."
"Thank you for your promotion, Commander-in-Chief. I will definitely serve you with all my heart."
The soldier said excitedly.
Muchuan felt very happy when he saw that his generals, including Fan Lihua, Xue Dingshan, Dou Yihu, Liu Yanqing, Zhang Xian, Sun Liren, Qin Ming, Chen Yulin, Huang Xin, etc., had all fought with him.
This time when he goes to Youzhou, he plans to send his own bodyguards out as well.
After all, his expedition this time was not only to fight, but also to train himself.
In Luoyang City, almost all the dignitaries, led by Prince Qing Li Tai, came out to see him off!
Li Tai stood on the tower and raised his hands to Muchuan: "Brother Mu, congratulations on your triumphant return. I look forward to hearing about your triumphant return."
Yang Gongren also said: "I am waiting for the good news from Master Mu."
Muchuan cupped his hands and said: "Your Highness, Mr. Yang, please rest assured that I will fulfill my mission during this trip and return in triumph as soon as possible."
Li Tai smiled and said: "Okay!"
"Farewell Mu Duhu..." Everyone saluted.
At this time, Muchuan's more than 100 vehicles had already arrived at the door, and Muchuan's guards shouted: "Let's set off!"
Suddenly there was a burst of horseshoes, dust was flying, and a mighty motorcade headed north.
"Have a safe trip, Muduhu."
"Have a safe trip, Muduhu."
Everyone shouted.
Li Tai stood on the tower and watched Muchuan go away from a distance.
"Yang Qing, do you think Muchuan will encounter any difficulties when he goes to Youzhou to take up his post this time?"
Li Tai suddenly asked Yang Gongren.
Yang Gongren shook his head and said: "Your Highness, I dare not make any rash comments. Please forgive me."
Li Tai smiled and said: "Yang Qing, you are too cautious. We are all our own people, why should we be like this?
I just want to know which path you would choose if it were you."
Yang Gongren was silent for a moment and said: "As I said, I will not go to Youzhou to take up my post, but will stay in Luoyang to serve His Highness."
"oh?
Why?"
Li Tai said doubtfully.
Yang Gongren said: "The Tubo and Western Turks were oppressed by our Tang army in the early years and could not hold their heads high.
But in recent years, the countries in the Western Region have become more and more powerful."
"I once heard someone say that the relationship between the three powerful countries of Tubo, Northern Turks, and Goguryeo has become very harmonious.
It can even be said that the three countries are jointly hostile to us, the Tang Dynasty.
Their relationship also affected Datang's interests.
Therefore, the Tibetans have been encroaching on the land of the Tang Dynasty in the west, while the Northern Turks have been encroaching on our land in the north.
In these years, various countries in the Western Regions united to resist the Tang Dynasty.
Our Tang Dynasty is indeed very powerful, but the armies of these countries are not weak either.
Muchuan is going to the north to take up his post. It is very dangerous and dangerous. If anything goes wrong, his life will be lost.
If he dies or encounters danger in Youzhou, it will be troublesome."
"What Yang Qing means is that Muchuan will be in danger and then assassinated, right?"
Li Tai frowned.
Yang Gongren said: "Your Highness is wise."
Li Tai's face was gloomy and uncertain. He knew that Yang Gongren would not lie to him, but he was still a little worried.
"We have been working hard to implement the New Deal in Muchuan over the years, but we have been obstructed by various forces."
Yang Gongren said, “Especially because someone within the court opposed the implementation of the New Deal, he was in a very difficult situation. He believed that reforms must be made to make people’s lives better.
But reform is never that easy."
Li Tai sighed: "I understand what Yang Qing means.
But regarding the New Deal, I cannot make the final decision, so I can only obey His Majesty’s will. I hope Muchuan will not let down the love I have for him.”
………
The official road from Luoyang to Youzhou.
The soldiers and horses of the Muchuan family were spread over an area of more than one mile.
"Mu Chuan, when we go to Youzhou this time, we must pay attention to safety."
Princess Changle sat in the chariot and asked Muchuan Dao worriedly.
Although she knew that her fiancé was very powerful, she couldn't help but worry when she thought about going to the north to fight those barbarians.
Muchuan smiled easily and said: "Princess, don't worry, I guarantee that your life in Youzhou will be stable and superior, without the slightest danger."
He was not bragging when he said this. He had fought countless international mercenary organizations in his previous life and was no stranger to this kind of battle.
"That's good."
Princess Changle said.
She also knew that her consort was superb in martial arts, but she still felt a little uneasy about these barbarians.
"drive!"
"drive!"
Muchuan led the cavalry and convoy to gallop all the way. The journey from Luoyang City to Youzhou was about a thousand miles, and they were traveling by land, which took six or seven days.
"drive!"
On a desolate grassland, an army of more than 50,000 people was slowly advancing.
Some of these troops wore black armor and some wore red clothes.
They wear scimitars on their waists and carry bows and arrows on their backs.
They are all well-trained cavalry, with strong bodies and sharp eyes.
