Wu Huaiyu left the banquet in a hurry, all the Youzhou military generals also left in a hurry, and a group of nobles and nobles also noticed something was wrong.
"What happened?"
Soon Lu Chengye, Zu Chongxin and others learned that Jieli had defeated Tuli Khan at Jiujiuquan and captured him alive, and had taken advantage of the victory to pursue eastward.
"Turkish Jieli Khan wants to attack Youzhou?"
"Not yet, but very likely."
"I guess we've crossed the Great Wall."
"Oh, how can this be good?"
This group of scholars panicked when they heard this. In fact, although Zhenguan had lived a stable life for two years, everyone still remembered that during the Wude Dynasty, the Turks often pooped and peed on their necks. A few years ago, during the Wude Dynasty, they had abrupt relationships
It was relatively good, but at that time Hebei was still full of heroes vying for hegemony, and Turks often came to plunder.
Later, Gao Kaidao, Liu Wuzhou, Yuan Junzhang, Liu Heita and others all connected with the Turks and used their power to make the Turks more and more emboldened.
In the last few years of Wude, Hebei was also under the control of the Tang Dynasty, but the Turks invaded on a large scale in successive years. Although the main direction of attack was in Hedong, they often broke into Youyan, Yiding and other places. In the eighth year of Wude, the Turkic army
They even fought directly to the Shangdang Zelu area. The entire Hedong was unstoppable. The Tang army advanced from all directions. As a result, in the Taigu battle, the entire army of 70,000 was wiped out.
"Why do you think Governor Wu instigated Tuli to attack Jieli? Isn't this just a hornet's nest? How can we respond to Jieli's attack with hatred?"
"Why don't you head south quickly?"
"Where to go?"
"Going to Luoyang? Or Yangzhou?"
Some people have begun to back down, and they don't think they can stop Jie Li.
He even complained in his heart, feeling that Wu Huaiyu deliberately provoked a border provocation. The emperor finally made an alliance with Weiqiao, but it was an alliance under the city. Immediately, the emperor Li Shimin could not defeat Jie Li, so he had to form an alliance and use gold, silver, money and silk to make him retreat.
You, Wu Huaiyu, are so young, why do you have to arouse the anger of the King of the Grassland? Everyone has forgotten how they flattered Governor Wu Yingming Shenwu just now.
"Hurry up and gather your servants and tenants first, and let your children guard Wubao."
The Yamen Office of the Governor's Mansion was very busy. The mobilization of soldiers and horses from all walks of life required Wu Huaiyu's military orders and signatures.
Lu Chengye and a group of other disciples from famous families came in. They were all subordinate officials recruited by Wu Huaiyu, and they held the positions of military officer, assistant, and historian.
"Captain."
Wu Huaiyu looked up at the group of people and continued to sign and seal, "If you have something to say, just say it."
"I wonder what the situation is like for Jieli's army?"
"The military situation is not very clear. I only know that Tuli and Jieli fought at Jiujiuquan. Tuli was defeated and captured. Jieli took advantage of the victory to pursue and advance eastward."
Lu Chengye thought for a moment and then asked, "How will the governor respond? Will Jie Li take the opportunity to invade Youzhou?"
"I have dealt with Jieli before. He is arrogant and narrow-minded. Since he captured Tuli alive this time, he will definitely take revenge. Not only will he attack the noble leaders of the Eastern Turks who are subordinate to Tuli, but he will also attack Xi.
, the Khitan attack will definitely come to invade our Youzhou border."
"The Turkic army is really coming to invade Youzhou. I'm afraid that our Youzhou government won't be able to resist it. Governor, it's better to make plans early."
Huaiyu raised his head and put down the pen in his hand, "What do you mean by your early plan?"
"My subordinates think that the Turks are powerful, so it is better to avoid the front line temporarily and send people to negotiate peace with the Turks first."
"Talk about peace?"
"Captain, if the Turkic army marches straight in, the entire land of Youyan will be destroyed, and how many people will be displaced? You can't afford it. Why don't you negotiate a peace first? You might as well give them some money and property to stabilize their profits first, and then ask the court for mediation.
Troops are coming for reinforcements.”
Huaiyu looked at the people behind Lu Chengye, "You all advocate peace too?"
"Captain, this is just a temporary delaying strategy, not a fear of the Turks." Zu Chongxin, who was over eighty years old, said with cupped hands.
The Lu family even expressed their willingness to donate a sum of money to the Governor's Mansion to help fund peace talks.
Their attitude towards peace talks was quite sincere.
"You are so afraid of the Turks. Do you have so little confidence in our Youzhou soldiers?" Huaiyu asked.
A group of people didn't speak, their attitudes were written all over their faces. They really didn't trust the Youzhou soldiers and Wu Huaiyu.
Even if this soldier comes out of the mountain, he will recruit the villages behind the mountain without fighting, and then sweep into Yanshui, wiping out all three thousand Sogdian Hu families.
But they still don't think Wu Huaiyu can fight against Jie Li with only the soldiers of Youzhou Prefecture.
Maybe the imperial court's follow-up army would be able to repel the Turks, but what they thought was that once Jieli's army came in, even if they didn't attack the strong cities such as Youzhou, they would still plunder the countryside, and their losses would be immeasurable.
Wu Huaiyu was not surprised by the attitude of these people, nor was he even disappointed. He had no expectations, so naturally he was not disappointed.
He didn't even lose his temper.
Looking at this group of Hebei scholars, with a prominent family standing behind each one, I just sighed a little in my heart. They say that Hebei is the hometown of martial arts, and there are many generous people in Yan and Zhao. Why are these people so cowardly now?
Where is their blood and courage? In contrast, when he met those soldiers and nobles in Chang'an, they had no fear of war. It can even be said that they were happy when they heard about the war.
When fighting a war, not only did the soldiers prepare their own weapons, money and food for the call, but they even brought their children and tribes to volunteer for the war.
No wonder it is said that since the Northern Wei Dynasty, the Guanlong Group has created the Western Wei, Northern Zhou, Sui and Tang dynasties. It is indeed well deserved for its bravery and bravery.
Maybe it’s because people in Guanzhong value meritorious service and official titles, while people in Shandong value marriage and classical studies.
"At the moment, Jie Li is afraid that he may not be willing to negotiate peace," Huaiyu said.
"Captain why don't you give it a try?"
Wu Huaiyu sat up straight and looked at Lu Chengye. Lu Wulang had a serious look on his face, as if he was generous and concerned about the country and the people.
"What Wu Lang said is right. You have to give it a try. If it is not such an important task, Wu Lang will have to work hard to get out of Guangning and go to Jieli Army to negotiate peace."
Faced with Wu Huaiyu's sudden request, Lu Wulang only hesitated for a moment and then agreed. This made Wu Huaiyu a little surprised. It seemed that although this person was timid, he was not a shrinking person and was still somewhat responsible.
, worthy of being so famous in Hebei.
"Very good, I'll ask Wulang to prepare a few things quickly, and then set off immediately without delay. I will also mobilize troops and generals to prepare for war. Let's prepare with both hands."
Wu Huaiyu also specially selected one or two young people from each of the six famous families in Youzhou and asked them to accompany him. There were even representatives from other famous families in Hebei, such as Li Qinghe, Cui Qinghe, Zhang of Cuizhao County, Boling, etc., who made a high-level mission.
group.
Take Lu Wulang as his special envoy.
As Lu Wulang and others left, Gao Rong couldn't help but ask, "The governor really wants to ask for peace from the Turks?"
Huaiyu looked at the tall bird behind the mountain and just smiled.
"Don't you dare to fight, Governor?" Gao Que'er was still very excited.
Li Jinyan, who was busy at the side, couldn't stand it any longer, and couldn't help but remind the young man, "Gao Que'er, you are usually very good at playing with the Gao family's gun, but why are you so weak in eyesight? Can't you see that the governor has no ability at all?"
Are you planning to negotiate peace with Jie Li?"
"Then why did the governor ask Lu Canjun and others to go to Jieli's army to negotiate peace?"
"You guys are too upright," Li Jinyan said with a chuckle, "Lu Wulang and the others are afraid of war and want peace, and the governor doesn't want to talk to them. If they want to talk, let them talk. Maybe it can paralyze Jie Li.
It’s convenient for us to fuck him.”
Gao Rongting is young, brave and daring to fight. The Gao family's marksmanship is excellent, but these strategic things are indeed not mature enough. "Wouldn't it be very dangerous for Lu Wulang and others in the Turkic army?"
Huaiyu continued to sign and seal without raising his head, "Do you think it is not dangerous when the two armies are fighting? Since it is a war, everyone is in danger, even civilians are in danger."
Young people were greatly affected.
He couldn't believe it.
"The governor isn't worried that Lu Wulang and the others really have their shortcomings?"
He wanted to say that today you just married Lu Wulang's girl, and you turned around and tricked Lu Wulang like this. And you didn't trick just one person, but all the famous families in Hebei. What if these people really
How would you explain if you were beheaded by Jie Li, or taken prisoner to herd sheep in Beihai?
Wu Huaiyu was very calm.
"Lu Wulang and other famous scholars in Hebei want to do something for their hometown and do their best. How can I refuse this impassioned attitude? How can I cool everyone's enthusiasm?"
If something goes wrong, it would be to sacrifice one's life for one's country, to protect one's family and country, and to sacrifice one's life for righteousness.
Besides, this possibility is very low.
When the two countries engaged in war, they did not kill the envoys. When Jieli stationed troops on the Wei River, he failed to do so, and Ashina Simo and others went to Chang'an as envoys, but the emperor did not kill them.
"Gaorong,"
"My subordinate is here."
"Now is a good time for a man to make contributions. You have a lot of skills, but they were wasted by staying with me. You should rush to Guangning Wucheng now and perform well."
"Thank you, Governor!" Gao Rong was also full of excitement, and his blood was welling up.
This night.
The city of Youzhou became restless, and news of the Turkic invasion spread throughout the streets and alleys.
Dawn.
As soon as the city gate opened, many people began to commotion. Some people rushed to Beishi to buy food and stockpile preparations, while others hurriedly left Youzhou with their children to seek refuge in the countryside.
By noon, as the beacon fire lit on the beacon tower in the distance came into view of the people of Youzhou, the mood of the entire Youzhou City became more and more chaotic.
afternoon,
Wu Huaiyu led the Yameni Army and the Jinglue Army to leave Youzhou City.
Youzhou Sima Wu Junya, who was in charge of staying behind, also immediately ordered the entire city to be under martial law, closed the city gates and square gates, strengthened security patrols in the city, and even began to strictly investigate the Turks, Xi Khitan, Sogdian Hu and other Tibetan Hus in the city.
The situation is getting increasingly tense.
The smoke is rising, and war is approaching!
The breath of death shrouded.
Zicheng, Yanei.
Lu Sanwu and Gao Twelve failed to wait for the groom during their wedding night in Qinglu last night. Even today, Wu Huaiyu only went to the backyard to say hello to them in a hurry and left.
Looking at the festive decorations decorated yesterday, both of them couldn't accept it.
"Those damn Turks!"
Lady Lu Thirty-five couldn't help but curse.
Gao Twelve stood up directly and asked, "Where are you going?"
"I'm going to change clothes. If these Turks dare to ruin the most important day of our lives, I will fight them to the death,"
"Prepare your horses, prepare my bow and arrows, I'm going to the Great Wall!"
