The second time since ancient times, the hero came out of the boy
Thorn City
According to ancient books, this place was originally: Zhuanxu's Ruins. Murong Xin, the former king of the Murong clan, decided to make his capital here because he saw the black bird descending on the thorn tree. It has been several years since the former king moved here from Tuhe Qingshan, and it has gradually become peaceful.
The largest city in the state, although its shape cannot be compared with that of the Central Plains city, it is already the largest city in the Murong Yan Kingdom.
Suddenly I saw a man mounting a horse and galloping from outside the city towards the east gate. He passed by the city gate without being stopped by the guards. The man had three letter flags on his back and raised his hand to pick up a piece of red silk. This was an emergency.
The attire is only for military intelligence. When you see this envoy in the territory of Yan State, you are not allowed to stop him. If you violate the rules, the envoy has the right to act expediently.
"Urgent report from Xiangping! Urgent report from Xiangping!" The messenger went straight to the royal city.
A city gate guard leaned on the garrison casually and said: "I urgently reported yesterday, and I urgently report today. There has been no good news since the beginning of winter."
The patrolling city gate commander happened to be right behind the guard and angrily shouted: "What are you talking about? If you make another urgent report, I will be the first to send you to the border area."
Although this is already a royal city, after all, it only took a generation or two for the Murong family to settle down in the city from living in the grassland. This royal city of Jicheng was originally a government office, and it was slowly built and began to take shape.
.Not to mention big cities like Jiankang, Luoyang, and Yecheng, even the Jizhou government office in Youzhou in the south is still above them.
But as the splendor of the city grew, the city of Thorns was also built according to the shape of "Nine miles square, three gates on the side, nine longitudes and nine latitudes in the country, and the Zuozu community" as mentioned in "Kaogong Ji". Although the sparrow is small, it has all five internal organs.
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After all, these are troubled times, and the first priority of this Jicheng City is defense. Although the city is small, the walls are high and the trenches are deep, and the city defenses are strong. In the past few years, the three families of Duan, Yuwen, and Shi Zhao attacked Jicheng City.
Surrounded by high walls, the defenders used rolling stones and hammered wood to block the three sieges.
Although enemy troops have occasionally invaded the gates of Thorny City recently, as long as the generals in the city guard the city behind closed doors, the enemy troops will retreat.
The Imperial City is located in the north of the city according to the shape of the Central Plains. Urgent messages coming from the east pass directly through the Suzaku Street in the middle. The Thorny City is not large in shape and can reach the main entrance of the Imperial City in a short time.
The urgent report from Xiangping has been placed on King Yan's desk, and the civil and military ministers of all ethnic groups have gathered in the Jiyang Hall meeting hall early in the morning.
Murong Huang, King of Yan, sat on the throne in the middle.
In the meeting hall, the ministers were arranged on the left and right according to the Han and Yi classes.
According to the practice in the Central Plains, the civil and military ministers were arranged on both sides, but now that the Yan State was still small, there was not so much emphasis on it. The ministers were arranged according to their nationality, prefecture, and official position.
Internal historian Gao Xu broke through the dullness and said: "Goguryeo is a barbarian country, and its leader Wang Zhao is a villain. My king, acting like a man of heaven, personally leads a strong team to attack Wandu, and the siege of Xiangping will be lifted.
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"It's ridiculous. There is no reason for the king to personally go to danger to save a city. Please ask me, the king, to lead my troops and fight with Goguryeo at the foot of Xiangping City to show off the military appearance of our great Yan soldiers." Former military advisor general.
Murong Ping interrupted Gao Xu's speech.
"Murong Ping, this battle is the first battle after our army put down Murong Ren's rebellion. The soldiers have been fighting for years and are exhausted. The puppet king of Goguryeo saw that the civil strife had just subsided, so the morale of the army must be unstable. If I, the king, go to the battle in person, it will surely boost morale.
, and win in one battle." King Yan explained for Gao Xu, "Gao Xu and I have discussed this matter in advance, so you don't have to blame me."
Murong Pinggong cupped his hands and said, "Just listen to Brother Wang's wishes, but Brother Wang himself leads the army, so I don't feel at ease."
"Don't worry, brother Ping is worried about this. I forgive the king of Goguryeo for being timid and will leave when he sees my flag." After King Yan said this, he changed the topic and said, "What worries me the most is whether Xiangping can be defended. ?”
General Zhechong Mu Yugendao stepped forward and said: "My king is very worried. Although our country of Yan was established not long ago, the Xianbei people are skilled in bow and horse. However, the Han people are quite proficient in defending the city. I heard that the two cities in the east are very good. Most of the sergeants in the army are Han Chinese." He paused and then said: "The general who defends the city is Murong Khan. Although he was demoted to Xiangping after the defeat of Liucheng before, he worked hard to defend himself and treated the soldiers well. With him, nothing would happen in Xiangping. "
King Yan took over the conversation: "Exactly, thinking about how he has tempered his character in the past few years, and will make great use of him in the future, the title of General Pingyuan must belong to him."
King Yan seemed to suddenly think of something and said: "I remember that today is the New Year's Day in the Central Plains. Although we, the Xianbei people, cannot celebrate this festival, those who govern all people must follow the common customs of all people. Although I, Murong Xianbei, have lived here for a long time, the princes are humble "Me." King Yan said slowly: "Thanks to the assistance of all the generals and ministers of the Han family, our Yan Kingdom gradually occupied this state. In addition, my Murong family loves China, and all the overseas Chinese from the Central Plains have entered my territory of Yan."
"My king is far-sighted and has far-reaching thoughts. If he wants to get more help from the world, my name as the Qin King of Yan State is indispensable." Sili Yangqu came out of the queue of ministers and spoke to the King of Yan.
"What Yang Shiqiu said is true." King Yan praised, "If you want to achieve great things, you must first have a famous teacher. I have previously gone to the Jin court to ask for the title of Duke of Liaodong and governor of Pingzhou. All the families in the Central Plains have defected. I, the great Yan, defected to the Jin Dynasty. Now that the Jin Dynasty is weak, my ambition of the Yan Kingdom is not limited to this Pingzhou. I want to appeal to the Jin Dynasty again and ask for the title of King of Yan. I want to get the land of Youzhou in the south. If I take this Pingzhou , Youzhou. It may not be possible to plan for the Central Plains, but you can protect yourself. If my second city in Liaodong is captured this year, the world will laugh at me, Murong Xianbei, for not overestimating my own capabilities and trying to become king, which will only increase my laughter."
Murong Ping knew that he had just made a mistake, so he said: "Brother Wang is very worried. My brother is not very talented and has little knowledge. I didn't expect that this battle will have the purpose of establishing prestige. Brother Wang is far-sighted."
"Brother Ping, you have always been loyal. In the army, you often charged into battle and defended the country sincerely. But if I want to give you a big responsibility, I only know that serving in the army is not enough." King Yan promoted his younger brother Murong Ping a lot, and he fought in the early years. Zhen often takes him with him. Nowadays, things in Yan State are becoming more and more complicated, and some state affairs are gradually handed over to him to take care of, and he is deliberately cultivating them.
King Yan suddenly turned around and asked, "Let me ask you whether the winter supplies I mentioned in the two cities in Liaodong have been properly transferred."
When Murong Ping heard Brother Wang's words, even though it was the depth of winter, his face became red and hot.
"Brother Wang, we have prepared winter clothing and firewood, but the food is still short."
Murong Huang swung his long sword and chopped off only one corner of Wang's case.
"This is an important matter. Listen, what we are fighting for is money and food. The soldiers are fighting for their lives at the front. They do not seek wealth and honor, but a mouthful of food. As a former general, you are now in charge of the weapons and food of the State of Yan. In matters big and small, if there is a difference in food, it may lead to chaos. If it happens again, it will be like this case."
Murong Ping threw himself to the ground and shouted: "Brother Wang, I don't know, my Xianbei warriors originally didn't spend much food. Last year we suffered a severe drought. Now our country is occupying more and more cities. The number of Han soldiers has increased, so we can't raise food and grass." Come. My dear brother, I have delayed my stay for a while. Brother Wang, please rest assured that I have selected a capable official and the food and grass will be delivered soon."
"You...sigh, you almost missed my big deal. Although my Murong family started in the grassland, we have now entered the city. If we want to take over the world, we must work together with all the Qing families. The Han people, the Fuyu people, and even the Xiongnu, Qiang, Di, if you go to our country of Yan, you will be a subject of the country of Yan. You are in charge of the material turnover in our territory of Yan, and your stake is very important. Do you understand?"
Murong Ping bowed in admiration and said: "I am ashamed, my brother. From now on, I will treat all the subjects of Yan Kingdom as if they were wearing robes."
Prince Murong Ke stepped forward and said: "What my father said is true. I, the Yan Dynasty's internal history officer, is highly talented and quick in thinking, and Liu Peirui, the prefect of Xuantu, is unmatched. Last year, I led more than a hundred people to attack the Zhao formation, and even served as Prime Minister Feng Yi for planning." It is through planning and turnaround that we, the Yan State, are prosperous. Uncle, if we, the Yan State, want to protect ourselves in these troubled times, we must work together as one. Not only I, Murong Xianbei, but all the subjects in my Yan territory are all the people of my great Yan State. ."
"Brother Ke, what you said is true." Prince Murong Jun said, "Dear ministers, where does the word Xianbei Murong come from?" Murong Jun took a step forward and said, "It's because I admire the virtue of Eryi and follow the appearance of Sanguang." Come on. Previously, I reviewed the records of the late king. How I, the Murong clan, captured Pingzhou and moved into this Jicheng city are closely related to my late king's policy of "being diligent and loyal to the king". He established counties to accommodate the displaced people, selected officials and appointed Confucian scholars. Everyone in the world is saying: 'At that time, the two capitals were overthrown, You and Hebei fell, the government of Xian was improved, and the government was open-minded and inviting, and many exiled scholars and common people returned home with no support.' If our country, Yan, wants to compete in the Central Plains, we must rely on all the ministers."
"What my son said is exactly what Guzhi thought. If our Murong family wants to achieve great success, we must rely on you." King Yan turned around and said, "Brother Ping, you think you are not as good as your two nephews. I heard that these two The city's army rations are already in the treasury. Why haven't they been shipped yet? I wonder if you want to coincide with this New Year's Day and want to sell them at a high price. With the profits gained, you will buy horses from the northern ministries and salt and iron from the south, and sell them on both sides. , in order to receive generous gifts, are you willing to do so?"
"I sincerely ask your Majesty to be clear-minded. I will never dare to have such intentions. I am willing to work together with all the ministers and serve you wholeheartedly." Murong Ping fell to the ground in obeisance.
"Report" Suddenly I saw a sergeant kneeling down outside the main hall, handing over an urgent report.
King Yan sent his servant to say: "Hurry up and announce it!"
I saw Uncle Ping hurried out of the hall, took the urgent report and presented it to King Yan. King Yan read it, but saw that King Yan was unsteady on the throne and almost fell from the throne. All the ministers just listened.
"Brother Khan, give me back my brother Khan" King Yan choked even more.
All the ministers were afraid and did not dare to come forward. After a long time, Sili Yangqu motioned to his servants to fetch the military report, read it in a hurry, and passed it on to the Murong family.
"My king, Shaoyou, Murong Khan has played an indispensable role in guarding Xiangping in the past few years. I originally wanted him to enter the capital next year, but I didn't realize it." Yang Ji is always around the King of Yan, and he knows that the King of Yan likes Murong Khan's bravery. But back then, he was very brave. In the defeat of Liucheng, Murong Khan did not listen to the military orders of King Yan, and it was difficult to do anything to him even if the Prime Minister Feng Yi tried to dissuade him. He was to be executed as usual, but King Yan could not bear it and did not want to kill him. He was then assigned to serve as a soldier to cultivate his character, originally to prepare for the great war. Use his.
King Yan said fiercely: "If I capture the enemy leader of Goguryeo, my bones will be broken and ashes will be thrown away."
The prime minister of the state, Feng Yi Laocheng, came forward to advise the king of Yan: "Our soldiers in Yan are exhausted now, and it will not be too late to destroy Goguryeo next year. This year, we can only seek to repel the enemy first and ensure the stability of our eastern border."
"The prime minister's considerations are very thorough. It is true. In this troubled autumn, not only Goguryeo..." After saying this, King Yan took out another military report from the king's case and handed it to the prime minister to circulate to the officials.
After it was circulated, the ministers and generals in the court were in commotion.
"It turned out to be harassment from the Yuwen tribe. I thought that they were secretly colluding with Zhao and Goguryeo to conspire with our country, and the country was in danger. Now it turns out that it is just the Yuwen tribe. The main force, Wang Ting, is still in the Beihai area according to the scout's secret report, and the order is sent Just let the northern border city hold on." Murong Ke had experienced military formations for a long time and was quite knowledgeable.
This son was a leader among Murong's contemporaries. He had already made great achievements at the age of sixteen. The King of Yan often discussed matters with him in the army and wanted to mention him.
But he saw that he reported back to the King of Yan, "However, I still think that I should give him a head-on attack. If not, why don't we let the barbarians underestimate our country?"
"This is very true, Gu Yuan also had this intention. However, since the beginning of winter, the four borders have been disturbed. If we can't hold on, we will definitely be able to retreat from the enemy. However, Goguryeo in the east and the Shishi Zhao Kingdom in the west are becoming more and more powerful. If we don't make a surprise attack in the north, I'm afraid that in the coming year I will think that there is no one in my country, Yan." King Yan agreed with Ke'er's idea.
King Yan said to his ministers, "Gu originally wanted to lead the army to attack Yuwen's tribe first and then lead the victorious army to resolve the crisis in Xiangping, Liaodong. However, there is not much food left in Xiangping, and Khan's brother is dead. Gu wants to personally command the army tomorrow. Go immediately and attack Marucheng, the capital of Goguryeo, to defeat its enemy."
General Zhechong Mu Yugen said: "Your Majesty, in a majestic manner, comes to the front line in person. If the soldiers are inspired, they will be able to defeat the stubborn captives in one fell swoop. Moreover, Xiangping is the key point in the east of our country. It and Xuan Tu are the horns of each other. If the city is destroyed, we will be afraid." Liaodong is in danger."
Prime Minister Feng Yi also analyzed the situation of Yan State and said: "Besides, after the autumn this year, Zhao State frequently attacked our western border. Although Yue Wan, the general who defends the country in trouble, has a reputation for being good at defending, the pressure on the western border is very heavy, so the troops and horses must not be taken lightly. Even if the army moves, the commander cannot be transferred to the east. Now the new captain of Xiangping is Cui Yi, who has been in the army for many years. Goguryeo should not be able to break Xiangping suddenly, but it is afraid that things will change as time goes by. "
Mu Yugen agreed very much with Feng Yi's words: "Years ago, the three families of Yuwen, Duan Bu, and Shi Zhao all attacked our capital, Jicheng. However, my king, wearing strong armor and holding an army, climbed to the tower in person, and all the soldiers and soldiers sacrificed their lives. , Besides, Goguryeo is a small country, and if it attacks our Xiangping City so violently, its domestic defenses will definitely be empty."
The prince stepped forward and said: "It is precisely because the general of Xiangping is a member of the Cui clan that we should have sent troops as early as possible."
"Your Majesty, what you say is not unreasonable." King Yan was still worried about the Cui family, "But the Yuwen tribe in the north is harassing our northern border, so we have to find another good general. Who is willing to lead the troops to fight?" King Yan inspected the hall. Generals.
Murong Ke stepped forward and said: "I am willing to go. From the beginning of spring this year, I will recruit strong men from all ethnic groups and get 20,000 soldiers. This is a powerful force. We haven't gone into battle to kill the enemy yet. This battle is Yu Wenbie." Bu Nai is just trying his best."
"Brother Ke, he became famous in Yanzhao last year, and now he is making waves among all the Hu tribes in Liaodong." Murong Jun said quietly.
King Yan said with a hint of sullenness in his tone: "Your Majesty, your younger brother is also taking care of the country's worries. I see your meritorious service in supervising the country. You are running the logistics and supplies without any problems. I am planning the strategies. To win a decisive victory thousands of miles away, your well-organized planning is also a great achievement. When you follow your brother to attack the city and build the stronghold, you are also fulfilling the duty of a minister. If you do a good job in supervising the country, my father will also record your merits."
Murong Jun quickly apologized and said: "I would like to listen to my father's teachings. I say that this younger brother Ke is also a dragon or a phoenix among people. He is famous among all the barbarians. It also shows the majesty of my prince, the Yan Dynasty."
King Yan changed his expression and said with a smile: "Your Majesty, what you said is exactly what you meant by loneliness. Only with this kind of mind can you become a master."
"My son is also willing to go out together and try the sharp edge in his hand." A loud voice came from the back of the meeting hall, causing everyone to turn around and look around.
"So it's A Liu Dun, why don't you go to school today?" King Yan said with a smile.
"Murong Ba, what are you meddling with in this military and national matter? It is against the rules for me to bring you here to discuss the matter, but you are so unscrupulous in what you say." Murong Ke was annoyed and couldn't stop complaining about Murong Ba.
King Yan raised his hand to signal Murong Ke not to blame him yet, and said: "Murong Ke, please listen to what I, the domineering son, have to say."
As he spoke, Murong Huang waved to Murong Ba to come over.
"Father, this Ah Liu Dun, it turns out that Liu Zanji, who studied in Xiang, went home after drinking. He wanted to come to this meeting hall to listen, but unexpectedly he actually interfered." After Murong Ke finished speaking, he glanced at Murong Ba.
"No, brother Ke, do you know that Huo Qubing, a famous general in ancient times, was only weak in his youth. He attacked the Huns from the north, hollowed out the Western Region, expanded the territory thousands of miles away, captured the Huns to sacrifice to the Jinren, and made them champions. His ambition was not due to his advanced age."
Murong Ke said angrily: "Then you are only thirteen now, the age of dancing with a spoon, and you are not yet old enough to dance with a gun or a stick."
"Our country, the Yan Kingdom, is in a state of survival. All the men in the Yan Kingdom must be men to fight, and women must be lucky. We, the Murong tribe, should all fight."
King Yan changed his majesty in the court and looked at Murong Ba with a smile, "Hahaha, I didn't expect that you are so worried about the country at such a young age. Okay, as a father, let me ask you, if the enemy in front of you attacks,
What do you want?"
Murong Ba's bright eyes stared directly at King Yan, "Master, as the ancient military strategists said: 'All warriors rely on the right combination to win by surprise.' Master, if you ask me for advice now, my answer will be just talk on paper."
.If someone asks me for advice when I go on an expedition with my grandpa, I will make the best use of the situation and go where he doesn't want to go and go where he doesn't expect."
"My child is smart, let me ask you, who taught you these?" After hearing this, King Yan suddenly became interested.
Murong Ba was already standing in the center of the meeting hall, without any fear at all, and said with enthusiasm: "I pestered brother Ke to teach me. Brother Ke led the army to fight when he was still young. I have grown to the age of thirteen. I beg my father, please,
Let me serve as a lieutenant under brother Ke and follow his orders."
Murong Huang's eyes lit up and he smiled and said: "My son has such a heart, I feel very relieved. I don't know what Ke'er wants."
"Father, the sword has no eyes. It is better to consider the long-term plan for military affairs." Murong Ke looked troubled.
"Well, my father feels that it is rare for Ba'er to have such a heart. Jin Yuwen's small group harasses him, so it is not a blessing to make this Ah Liu Dun familiar with the military. My father feels that being one of you
Lieutenant general is not a bad idea."
"This..." Murong Ke looked confused.
At this time, Murong Jun said coldly: "Father, I, Murong Xianbei, come from the grassland, and I should be proficient in bow and horse. Now, my brother Ba has taken the initiative to ask me to join the army. I think this is also a blessing for my Murong royal family, and it is a tribute to my subjects of the Yan Kingdom."
I want to set an example and ask my father for permission." Murong Jun spoke eloquently in the court, "Now that our tribe has moved to the city, we have gradually lost the riding and archery skills of our grassland tribe. People in my tribe should be proficient in bow and horse since they were young. Brother Ba, what is mentioned
Just the right time.”
"Your Majesty, Ba's brother is too young to go, so I'm afraid something might happen." Murong Ke said worriedly, "Since ancient times, soldiers have used deadly weapons. If Ba'er makes any mistakes, how can I tell my father and you princes,
Uncle Wang explained."
"Ba'er, come on," King Yan unconsciously hugged Murong Ba and asked him to sit side by side on the throne. He stroked his head and asked, "As a father, I ask you, do you really want to go?"
"Think!" Murong Ba did not hesitate.
"Okay, all officers and men listen to the order." King Yan straightened up and announced the order.
Everyone said in unison: "Here."
"Tomorrow I will lead my own army and attack the royal city of Goguryeo to break the siege of Xiangping. Murong Ping and Yang Quan will accompany me."
"Follow your orders." Murong Ping and Yang Yu replied.
"The crown prince, Murong Jun, supervises the country, the prime minister of the country is granted the title of Yi, and he is in the middle of the adjustment. The chief minister, Gao Xu, is temporarily responsible for transporting all the army's food, grass and baggage."
"Yes." The three of them stood up and said.
"As for the attack on the Yuwen tribe..." King Yan paused, "Prince Murong Ke will lead his troops and attack the Yuwen tribe. Murong Ba."
Murong Ba straightened up and replied: "Yes"
"Prince Murong Ba is the deputy general accompanying Murong Ke."
"As you command!"
"As my father, I will hand over five hundred of my trusted guards to your full command to strengthen the military power." As he spoke, Murong Huang took off the seal from his body and handed it to him, "Murong Ba, please take it quickly."
"Thank you, father."
"It's impossible," Murong Jun replied hurriedly, "My father entrusted his trusted bodyguard to my younger brother Ba. He himself is in danger, and my sons and ministers are worried about their father."
"Your Majesty, you are worrying too much. The importance of military affairs lies in the unity of the generals and the deeds of the three armies. My father is in the army of Great Yan, so this is my personal guard. All the troops of Great Yan are my own. I have made up my mind and cannot give you any more advice."
