Since Li Gui of Xiliang and Xue Ju of Western Qin were defeated and died, Longzhou has been peaceful for many years. Who would have thought that the Liang division, which was lingering in Tongwan City, could break through the three states and invade Longzhou?
However, although Liang Jun captured Huating County, he was driven away by Li Shan before he could gain a firm foothold. As a result, Huating County was not seriously damaged, and many families were spared from the disaster. For a time, the name of King Handan was praised by countless people.
, from wealthy families to ordinary people, everyone burst into tears of gratitude.
At night, Li Shan, who was already very tired, saw off the last batch of visitors who came to thank him, and said to Zhang Wenguan with a wry smile: "Actually, the most annoying thing for me is this kind of social interaction."
After all, Zhang Wenguan came from an aristocratic family and said with a smile: "There are many aristocratic families in Guyuan County, headed by the Huangfu family. If Brother Huairen leads the army behind him, he will still need one or two assistants."
Li Shan remained silent. He had no such plan, but Huangfu did have such an idea.
In ancient times, Guyuan County was roughly the area from present-day Guyuan County to Huating County in Yuanzhou. The Huangfu family had deep roots and many outstanding figures emerged from the clan, including Huangfu Gui, one of the Three Ming Dynasties in Liangzhou in the late Eastern Han Dynasty, and Huai, the famous general who annihilated the Yellow Turbans.
There is the Marquis Huangfu Song, and nearby there is the famous Northern Zhou Dynasty Marquis Huangfu Fan of Changle County.
The person who just came to pay his respects was Huangfu Li, the great-grandson of Huangfu Fan. His grandfather served as an official in the Sui Dynasty before Huangfu was born and died during Yang Liang's rebellion. His father, Huangfu Wuyi, was an old friend of Li Yuan. After entering the Central Plains, he was awarded the first post of the Ministry of Punishment.
Shangshu, he was given the title of Duke Hua. Later, he first served as Shangshu of Daxingtai Civil Affairs Bureau of Shaanxi Province, and later he visited Shu as a royal censor. He was a legitimate lineage of Qin kings.
This year, Ling Jing reminded Li Shan several times, explicitly or covertly, not to offend all the famous ministers and generals in Tiance Mansion... Because of Duan Zhixuan's incident, several of the Qin Prince's children who were good friends with Li Shan back then
They don't interact with each other very much now. It is said that Cheng Yaojin and Yuchi Gong are quite unhappy with them.
Even among those who knew the inside story, Du Ruhui was lukewarm towards him, Jingzhao Du family still had a grudge against him, Changsun Wuji, an old banker, and he had never gotten along, and Li Shan was also thinking about making some friends in Tiance Mansion.
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After the introduction of Chang Da and Zhang Wenguan, Li Shan felt that Huangfu Wuyi was a good choice. At the end of last year and the beginning of this year, the Qin Palace and the East Palace competed for the Shu territory. Duan Lun, the prince-in-law who served as the governor of Yizhou, was accused of treason, although it was nothing.
However, the evidence was also transferred back to Chang'an. The King of Qin immediately transferred Huangfu Wuyi, the imperial censor, to the post of Chief of the Governor's Office of Yizhou in order to strengthen his control over Yizhou Road.
This time Liang Jun conquered Yuanzhou and besieged Guyuan. Huangfu Li led his tribe south to Longzhou and stopped at Huating. Li Shan was sending a big favor... Just as he was thinking about it, the guards from outside came to report. Chang Da and Zhang Wenxi came over.
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"Your Highness, the wounded have been properly placed. The corpses of the two armies have been picked up and put away, and manpower has been sent to make wooden coffins." Zhang Wenguan reported carefully, "To appease the people in the city, many people sent food to the army."
Li Shan smiled and said: "It can be said that you eat the pulp from the pot."
Zhang Wenguan said with a smile: "Huairen's metaphor is not appropriate."
Li Shan's heart suddenly skipped a beat. Many idioms had different meanings and origins in later generations. Most likely, he was making a joke.
"Shut up!" Zhang Wenxi reprimanded, then said: "I eat the slurry in the pot to welcome Master Wang. Is there such a thing? It's to avoid water and fire."
"Huating fell and the people fell into water and fire. Your Highness led hundreds of personal guards to arrive. He first defeated the Liang army and then recovered Huating. The people ate pots of pulp to avoid water and fire!"
Chang Da nodded in agreement and said: "I heard that Master Liang was driving the barbarians, and the people of the three states were in dire straits. They should eagerly wait for the King of Handan."
In Chang Da's view, Li Shan defeated Liang Jun in this battle, and he was a famous general in the world. Logically speaking, he was the best candidate to lead the army next.
After hearing this, Li Shan touched his nose and said, "It's strange to say that Your Majesty is in Renshou Palace now, why hasn't he appointed a general yet..."
It has been three days since Liang Jun attacked Huating and five or six days since they conquered Lingzhou. For such a long time, Li Yuan has not appointed a general to lead the army. This really surprised Li Shan.
Zhang Wenxi had some vague guesses but didn't say anything, but Zhang Wenguan didn't care, so he said: "Prince Qin and Prince Qin have been fighting for several months for the military commander of Lingzhou Road. Now that King Xiangyi has been defeated, he doesn't know whether he is alive or dead. I'm afraid your majesty will also be in a very difficult situation."
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Li Shan nodded slightly, and he also thought of this possibility. Li Shenfu recommended by Li Jiancheng and Duan Decao appointed by Li Yuan were completely defeated this time. He guessed that Li Yuan was in a dilemma. Should he release King Qin, a tiger that he could not control?
"But Brother Huairen estimates that it will be difficult for him to lead the army."
Chang Da and Zhang Wenxi were both stunned by Zhang Wenguan's sudden addition. Li Shan turned his head and glared at his friend. This guy's temperament was just out of character, but his mouth was quite broken.
Chang Da said solemnly: "In today's battle, Your Highness, with ease, defeated the enemy and regained Huating. Could it be that Your Majesty will turn a blind eye?"
After a pause, Chang Da added: "The current situation... it is most appropriate for His Highness to lead the army."
The implication is that the East Palace and the Prince of Qin's Palace are at loggerheads, and Li Shan happens to have neither side to rely on, so it is most suitable.
Li Shan hesitated for a while before explaining with a wry smile: "It has been many days since Master Liang defeated Lingzhou. I'm afraid some old friends may be visiting."
"Brother Huai Ren said this very tactfully." Zhang Wenguan chuckled and counted with his fingers, "Jieli Khan must be the first one. Ashina She'er hates Brother Huai Ren to the core, even Tuli Khan...
…I heard that this person is recruiting tribesmen and tribes in the name of one day he will behead Brother Huai Ren?”
"Although there is civil strife in Wuyuan County now, if I hear that the Liang division has defeated the three states and Brother Huairen is leading the army, I am afraid that all the previous resentment will be abandoned..."
Li Shan laughed a few times, "Mr. Chang, Brother Wen Xi, young Meng Lang, young Meng Lang..."
The two of them were speechless after reacting. With such old friends, they really couldn't take the lead.
After chatting for a few more words, several people stood up to leave. Li Shan walked to the door and signaled Chang Da to stay. He said softly: "Mr. Chang, although the Liang army has retreated now, it has suffered a new defeat. Huating still needs to make up for its strength..."
Chang Da immediately said: "I will write it in handwriting immediately and send it to Qiyuan overnight. The commander-in-chief Shi Yang will lead his troops to help."
Huating was lost and recovered, Liang Jun fled far away, and Yang Ze no longer needed to be cautious and guard in Liyuan County.
Chang Da was greatly relieved when he left. Now the Longzhou general manager was as convinced as Liu Shirang back then. However, when he bowed down to express his thanks outside the North City Gate before, Li Shan seemed a little absent-minded.
He said something... Duke Chang does not thank you for being alive, but worships him for chasing the enemy alone. This shows his loyalty.
But just now the King of Handan was so courteous, and even deliberately asked the Zhang brothers to leave before mentioning the matter... This made Chang Da feel relieved, thinking that this young prince was as rumored to be sharp in battle, but he was usually refined and gentle, Huairen
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While Chang Da was feeling emotional, he was also wondering in his mind whether he should write a letter to his clan brother Chang He... The favor this time was really too great. In the big picture, turning defeat into victory was a trivial matter, but if Liang Jun conquered Longzhou, it would be possible.
It will threaten His Majesty who is still spending the summer in Renshou Palace. To say the least, it is also a life-saving grace.
At this moment, Li Shanzheng pressed his temples with a headache, and made up his mind... He must comfort Chang Da well, and he must make good friends with Chang Da.
This war ended almost perfectly, with only one small mistake.
Because just at dusk, Wang Junhao, who had not yet known the inside story, came to report with regret and found the bodies of Pei Longqian and Pei Xuanji outside the south city gate.