Among the generals who went north to take up posts, if Zhu Yichen, the Commander-in-Chief of Dai Prefecture, had the least real power, then Chang He, the general of Zuowuwei and Youlang and deputy commander of the cavalry, had the least sense of existence.
Every day, they would mechanically enter the camp at Mao and train the soldiers. When the time came, they would leave the camp and return to Xia City. Except for an old friend of Ma Zhou, there were no parties or personal interactions on weekdays.
In fact, this is understandable. Chang He was an old member of the King of Qin's army...not just an ordinary old member. After the Battle of Hulao in Luoyang, he served as a hussar general in the East Shaanxi Province. If he was not a direct descendant of the King of Qin, it would be impossible for him to join the Qin Dynasty in the East Shaanxi Province.
of the base camp.
Now Chang He is serving in Daizhou as a disciple of Donggong... Although it has not been revealed, this is not a secret either in Chang'an or in the officialdom of Daizhou.
If you take into account Chang He's experience of first seeking refuge with Li Mi, then surrendering to the Tang Dynasty, then rebelling against Wang Shichong, and then surrendering to the Tang Dynasty for the second time, many people have a very bad impression of him.
Although they were both under the prince's sect, Er Zhu Yichen was okay, but Xue Wanche often made sarcastic remarks. As for the King of Qin's lineage, Zhang Gongjin and Li Kai, although they often found him unhappy, they didn't say anything bad to each other. However, Duan Zhixuan, who had just been driven away,...
Very humiliated.
In general, Chang He, who was forced to appear in the sun, was filled with shadows. In this case, Li Shan, a doctor who had only taken a few psychological counseling courses, prescribed a treatment called "Ma Zhou" to Chang He.
"Prescription.
Li Shan really had good intentions. He was afraid that Chang He would have a mental breakdown. When everyone rejected and despised him, Ma Zhou's appearance was a light that drove away the darkness in Chang He's spiritual world.
It has only been three months, but now Ma Zhou is regarded by Chang He as his best friend in life, and he tells him everything frankly.
For example, Chang He actually did not want to join the Donggong family, but his wife, who was born in a branch of the Zheng family in Xingyang, had no choice but to go his own way and accepted the favor from the prince's side.
For example, Chang He planned to accompany Prince Li Jiancheng to conquer Hebei and Shandong, and then naturally joined the East Palace.
The reverse is also true. Ma Zhou, who is also at a low point in his life, has an open mind towards Chang He... well, at least that's how it seems to Chang He.
For example, after entering Guanzhong, Ma Zhou was persecuted again by the Cui clan and had no choice but to settle in Zhujiagou.
For example, Ma Zhou claimed to explain the meaning of the scriptures to Li Shan, and then followed him to conquer Shandong and go north to Daizhou... That guy seemed to be unparalleled in benevolence and righteousness, but in fact he had a cold heart!
Of course, my temper has become cold. You have already made me a county king, and I am still a white person... I was even thrust into Chang He's side to be a chess piece. I don't know if it will be useful.
Therefore, motivated by a feeling of sympathy for each other, Ma Zhou confidently told Li Shan that he and Chang He were already close friends... Well, at least the friendship with you was much, much deeper.
Therefore, when Li Shan's eyes fell on Chang He, the latter almost reflexively thought of Ma Zhou's words not long ago.
"I have been with the King of Handan for more than two years and am well aware of His Highness' methods..."
"It seems that he often takes the wrong approach, but in fact he is often cautious and unwilling to take any risks..."
"In the fifth year of Wude, King Xiabo of Huaiyang was defeated. King Handan warned before the battle that as long as he guarded tightly and did not go out, he would defeat the enemy by weakening his spirit..."
"Although Mayi surrendered to the Tang Dynasty, Duke Rui entered the dynasty, and most of his old troops were purged. Although there were Liu Shirang and Qin Wutong, they could not stop the Turkic army... The most important thing is that His Highness is in charge of the Daizhou General Manager's Office, but the Daizhou Army
Almost all of them are within Yanmen Pass."
"As long as you strictly guard Yanmen Pass, you will be invincible..."
Chang He clearly remembered Ma Zhou's expression of regret... In his opinion, Liu Shirang and Qin Wutong had been essentially given up by Li Shan.
Chang He was dubious about Ma Zhou's analysis, but he knew one thing very well. If he was deported to Mayi, even if Li Jing took office some time later, he would not be replaced at will, and Mayi could withstand the Turks.
A fierce attack by hundreds of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of troops?
"Brother Dalai?" Li Shan's face turned cold, "I heard that Brother Dalai was the deputy of the Hussars of the Waganei Army back then. He traveled across the battlefield, beheaded generals and captured flags. Is it possible that he is no longer as brave as he was back then?"
Chang He moved his lips, and finally said calmly: "I have been fighting for many years and fell off my horse many times. It is difficult for me to take on important tasks again."
Li Shan stared at Chang He expressionlessly, and it turned out to be similar to what Ma Zhou had guessed... After all this, Chang He no longer had any ambition. He no longer thought about making contributions or climbing up, and
I'm still a little brave.
Sighing slightly, Li Shan said with emotion: "I am alone but talented. I was entrusted by the saint to take charge of Daizhou, the East Palace, and the Qin Palace sent heroes to assist me. First, there was Duan Zhixuan's wanton behavior, and then there was Chang Dalai's cowardice!
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This was already a very harsh criticism, but Chang He lowered his head and said nothing.
Zhang Shigui glanced at Chang He opposite him, and glanced at Xue Wanche beside him with the corner of his eye. He was mentally prepared for the scene that happened today... In fact, before leaving, Changsun Wuji even mentioned it in private.
The King of Handan did not want to get involved in the fight for the legitimate son. Since Duan Zhixuan was driven back to Chang'an, there was a high probability that some of the Donggong disciples would be driven back to Chang'an soon... However, Zhang Shigui originally thought it would be the hot-tempered Xue Wanche, but Li Shan didn't expect it.
I chose the honest and honest Chang He.
Chang He didn't seem to feel any regret for such an ending. Chang He had almost no other emotions regarding Li Shan's hidden sarcastic words and his order to return to Chang'an... Li Shan doubted whether this guy would end up like this.
Resign and go into seclusion?
If that's the case... I guess Ma Zhou would jump and curse.
Watching Chang He leave with steady steps, Li Shan unconsciously touched the tip of his nose and murmured: "Brother, how can the second brother send all these people here..."
Seeing that Zhang Gongjin, Xue Wanche, and Zhang Shigui were all looking over, Li Shan laughed, "You all have fulfilled your duties and lived up to your reputation as a hero."
Su Dingfang on the side looked worried for Li Shan... Among so many things, he still had to work hard to maintain balance, and he had to find every way... After all, he had already joined the command of King Qin.
"This matter is over now." Li Shan glanced at Xue Wanche who was eager to try, and scolded with a smile: "You can be a cavalry general, but you must not be stationed in Mayi."
Before Xue Wanche could speak, Li Shan added: "As the prince's favorite general, Liu Shirang, can Qin Wutong suppress you?"
"If you go to war, good or bad luck will come."
Su Dingfang on the side suddenly said: "With Wan Che uniting the army, we will either win a great victory or suffer a great defeat."
"It makes sense, so you can be a general. You can be called a pioneer and be sharp, but you can't be a commander. If you act alone, you will be in danger of overthrowing." Li Shan said with a smile: "If you are willing, write to His Highness the Crown Prince to choose someone to serve as a counselor.
In military affairs, you can be the deputy commander of the cavalry."
Seeing Xue Wanche's angry look, Li Shan smiled and scolded: "Brother Dingfang is still not convinced, do you want to compete a few more times?"
If Xue Wanche joins the army, the best thing he can do is become Su Dingfang's deputy.
Xue Wanche muttered a few words, saying that victory could not be won without force, that sooner or later Su Dingfang would look good...
Zhang Gongjin was a little surprised by Xue Wanche's evaluation. He remembered that His Highness the King of Qin once mentioned it when he was shooting in the Forbidden Garden. It must have been Ling Jing who informed Li Shan and Su Dingfang.
Well, the truth is exactly the opposite... But Li Shan is just an imitator. This evaluation was given by Li Shimin in the last years of Zhenguan.
Zhang Shigui squinted his eyes as he looked at Xue Wanche, occasionally glancing at Li Shan... Sure enough, he had no plans to serve as deputy general manager of the cavalry.
Zhang Shigui had already seen clearly that from the outside, the manpower sent from the East Palace and Prince Qin's Mansion were full of people in various positions, but the most critical position...they were all Li Shan's people.
The person stationed at Yanmen Pass is Ma Sanbao. This person was sent here by Princess Pingyang. Obviously, he will only obey Li Shan's orders.
Su Dingfang, the actual commander of the Daizhou Army and the commander of the cavalry, was Li Shan's best friend and was the leader of his bodyguard.
After the purge in Mayi, Liu Shirang was in charge. This governor of Shuo, who was besieged on all sides a few months ago, was even more submissive to Li Shan... How could Li Shan let Xue Wanche go to Mayi?
Zhang Shigui even discovered that, in fact, even though Li Shan was running around, in terms of actual influence on the Daizhou Governor's Office, Xue Wanche, who was a recorder and joined the military, could not be compared with Li Shan at all.
Daizhou Sima Zhu Yichen was also responsible, but he had little real power. Chang He, who was about to leave, and Duan Zhixuan, who had already left, were only military lieutenant generals, and could not cause any trouble under Su Dingfang's suppression.
Zhang Shigui suddenly realized that among the officials who went north to take up posts, there seemed to be only two people with real power. One was the acting county magistrate Li Kai, because Li Shan had completely let go and entrusted Xia City to Li Kai... But there was a reason for this.
Yes, the relationship between two people is too deep.
And the other one was Zhang Gongjin beside him... Although Zhang Gongjin scolded him for a while, after Zhang Gongjin gritted his teeth and investigated the fields in Daizhou and Xinzhou, Li Shan entrusted all the important tasks of marching to the camp and vigorously assisted in all aspects.
What about yourself?
Zhang Shigui really couldn't see what the important task Li Shan had entrusted to him... It was impossible for him to take charge of the army, and it was impossible for him to go to Mayi.
At this time, there was the sound of horse hooves, and a horse stopped at the entrance of the village. The guard dismounted and ran over, "Lang Jun, a letter from Chang'an."
Li Shan did not shy away from it. He tore it open and read it through ten lines. After pondering for a moment, he looked at Xue Wanche and said, "You'd better join the army as a cavalry general. Send a letter to ask His Highness the Crown Prince to select good ministers to join the army."
Xue Wanche glanced at the letter in Li Shan's hand and said hesitantly: "Chang'an..."
"His Royal Highness the King of Qin wrote a letter personally." Li Shan said indifferently, "The Ministry of Civil Affairs has issued an official document to select Li Yiyan, a Jinshi in the sixth year of Wude, as the magistrate of Guo County."
When everyone heard this, they understood that Li Shan was just trying to balance the relationship.
The current magistrate of Nao County is just a stick, but he has something to do with Li Shimin. Li Shan is really angry...Li Shimin is a thief, so he pushed Li Yiyan over.
From a standpoint, Li Yiyan was not easy to evaluate before, but now that Li Yiyan has been recommended by Li Shimin, his standpoint is clear without asking... The key is that Li Yiyan was a Jinshi in the sixth year of Wude, and he was in the same year as Li Shan, and they have a close relationship.
good.
Moreover, Li Yiyan was a descendant of the Li family in Longxi, from Guzangfang...Historically, he was still a prime minister during the Gaozong period.
Li Shan was upset when he thought of these nonsense, and Li Shan sighed for a while, saying... He wished that Yongkang County Duke Li Jing would take office immediately, and let's see how he would deal with it then!
Sometimes Li Shan really can't figure it out. You said that the two brothers Li Jiancheng and Li Shimin fought to the death in Chang'an, but today's Hedong...could this also be related to the seizure of the direct descendants?
It's totally unnecessary!
Through Ling Jing, Li Shan was basically sure that Li Shimin didn't expect him to be of help in the battle for the right to inherit the throne, so why don't you fight in Daizhou!
In this regard, Li Shan was very helpless. In fact, he knew well that in the next long time, Li Tang's biggest enemy would be the Turks. Most of the resources and elites would be tilted towards this. However, Daizhou was the front line facing the Turks.
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In the past few years, Liu Heitao, Gao Kaidao, Yuan Junzhang, Jianghuai, and Longxi were also uneasy, but since last year, Liu Heitao, Gao Kaidao have been destroyed, Tuyuhun in Longxi has been defeated, and the Jianghuai war is about to end. The most important thing is
Ma Yi was already solidified, and Li Shan happened to have a few great victories, which led the Li Tang court to focus on Daizhou.
To rebuild the Daizhou General Manager's Palace, good generals must be selected to serve as them... In fact, similar things have never been able to bypass the East Palace and the Qin Palace, and Li Jiancheng and Li Shimin would not allow the other party to control the Daizhou General Manager's Palace.
Li Shan thought in his mind, it can't be worse than in history, right?
Instigate Turkic civil strife in advance, stabilize Mayi, reserve grain and fodder, and enrich the population. In addition to the next plan, there is also the upcoming generation of famous general Li Jing... To be honest, Li Shan feels that it is unlikely that the Turks will invade Hedong, at least not
Maybe this way from Yanmenguan.
But even if Li Jing is impartial after taking office, Zhang Gongjin is in charge of the army, Li Kai is in charge of Xia City, Liu Shirang is in charge of Mayi, and Li Yiyan, who is also the Li family of Longxi, is added, the power of the Qin King's lineage can steadily overwhelm the East Palace.
Li Shan glanced at Zhang Shigui... It's just that his position was not easy to arrange at that time. If Su Dingfang returned to the court with him and Zhang Shigui took charge of the army, it would probably lead to a dispute between the two parties.
Li Shan thought about it for a while and stopped thinking about it. Although he had a very good relationship with Master Li Ke and his son, Li Qianyou and his son, he still had to meet with Li Jing before talking about it.
"Zhang Hongshen is in charge of all military affairs..." Li Shan looked at Xue Wanche, "You should keep an eye on it, and if there is anything wrong, come and report it immediately... But don't abolish public service for personal reasons."
Ignoring Xue Wanche's reaction, Li Shan looked at Zhang Shigui, "Brother Wu An must be waiting impatiently..."
"The Duke of Xihe has been touring Daizhou, Yuzhou, and Xinzhou. He arrived at Yanmen Pass yesterday and left the fortress the day after tomorrow to inspect Shuozhou."
"Tomorrow I will set off with Gu to leave the fortress, and I will rely on Brother Wu An's ability this time."
That night, Li Shan repeatedly considered in his mind whether it was necessary to implement his plan. The initial plan was based on the premise that he would stay in Daizhou for at least two or three years. Who would have thought that it would only take more than half a year?
leave.
It will definitely consume a lot of resources, but it will definitely be beneficial to the future war situation of the Turks and Li and Tang... In a short period of time, the Tang army does not have the strength to go out on a large scale to fight.
To put it bluntly, Li Shan has done so much in Daizhou and accumulated so many resources, so he can't leave them all to Li Jing!
Also on this night, Chang He, who had already rushed back to Xia City, Dai County, finished his ceremony and looked at Ma Zhou expectantly, "Prince Bin is really willing to return to the capital with me?"
Ma Zhou gave a wry smile and said, "Brother Dalai, please take me in."
Li Huairen, just wait for me. If you don't need this back-up at all in the future, see how I deal with you!