Zhang Yi helped his father sit on the throne. He knew that it was Xiao Liu who was listening behind the curtain. He couldn't listen anymore, so he hurried to invite his father.
Xiaoliu was worried about her husband all the time, and her heart was broken.
All the civil and military officials prostrated themselves on the ground and shed tears. The king looked very haggard, with his messy white hair hanging down.
Immediately, everyone saw the king sitting up straight again, his eyes flashing with sharp light, as if he was reappearing his former glory. Everyone looked up to the king and shouted long live!
King Liu Kai said nothing and raised his finger to look at the map.
Zhang Yi understood what his father meant and explained his strategy again.
"The enemy is strong and we are weak, and the edge is at its peak. Some people want to send troops to the north to fight against the enemy, and some want to retreat to the mountains to hide, but it is not advisable. My idea is that the north is isolated in the desert and it is difficult to protect it for a long time. It is better to guard it for a while
If they try to resist, they will pretend to be defeated and retreat to Chang'an. The enemy will inevitably become more
Erchen planned to set up ambushes in Ziwu Ridge and Sanyuan, north of Chang'an, and annihilate the enemy's effective forces one by one. Then he would defend Chang'an, mobilize troops from all over the country to surround the enemy, and then attack with all his strength and pass through Chang'an.
Completely defeat the Tsarist army in a decisive battle!"
King Liu Kai nodded, faced the civil and military officials, and asked.
"Why do the ministers object?"
The voice was desolate and hoarse, but extremely majestic.
"Long live my king!" one of the generals announced, "I am unwilling to give up the northern defense line that your king has worked so hard to build so easily."
King Liu Kai coughed a few times and said slowly.
"This is true. I have spent countless efforts on the northern border. But now the situation has changed. The northern border can defend against the nomadic tribes, but cannot defend against the Tsar's army. With the guidance of that thief Wu Rui, the Tsar will divide his troops and go south.
Detour back behind the front line of the Great Wall in the north and besiege the main force of our army! Can't you see such an obvious intention?"
After the king said this, the ministers were shocked.
Zhang Yi pointed out that the northern border defense line could not withstand the enemy's superior force. The king further pointed out that Wu Rui would guide the enemy's troops to surround the main force in the northern border. The father and son's judgment was consistent, that is, the northern border could defend against the nomadic tribes, but it could not defend against the tsar.
The army.
In short, defending the northern border will only lead to death, and the enemy is eager for us to do this.
The day the main force is eliminated, the kingdom will be destroyed.
In this way, Zhang Shoufu’s strategy is the most feasible!
The tide suddenly changed, and opponents became supporters.
Zhang Yi was filled with emotions. He had not yet won the trust of the civil and military ministers. Everyone was accustomed to obeying the command of the king who had experienced many battles, so they still had doubts about a young man like him.
It is understandable that Zhang Yi has never presided over a war of this scale.
But I heard the king speak.
"I trust Zhang Shoufu, so I entrust all national affairs to him. This is the last time that I will ascend the throne. From now on, this position will be occupied by Zhang Shoufu. I just want to rest in peace and patiently wait for the news of victory. You can understand me
Do you understand what you want?"
"Long live my king, from now on it will all be decided by the Chief Assistant!"
"Please rest in peace, Your Majesty. We are willing to shed our blood and obey the orders of the Chief Assistant, and we will defend our country to the death!"
"We all understand the King's intention!"
All ministers expressed their opinions one after another.
King Liu Kai stood up, pointed to the throne, and asked Zhang Yi to sit down.
After hesitating for a few seconds, Zhang Yi obeyed his father's order and sat down on the hollow lacquer-carved golden dragon throne.
At this moment, Xiaoliu, who was standing behind the curtain, burst into tears.
Xiaolong, Xiao Han, Niu Ben and Shi Gandang were also in tears.
This is the alternation of the old and new kings. King Liu Kai dragged his illness and used his last remaining strength to personally push his beloved son-in-law to the supreme throne.
Zhang Yi must sit.
When the country is facing a crisis, one person must take the lead, stabilize the hearts of millions of people, and fight against the brutal and shameless invaders.
At this moment, Zhang Yi said loudly with tears in his eyes and a surging heart.
"Father, don't worry. Soon, I will report the news of victory to my father. Please rest in peace!"
King Liu Kai had a satisfied smile on his face and patted Zhang Yi hard on the shoulder.
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King Liu Kai went back to rest.
The ministers stood in awe, waiting for Zhang Shoufu's orders, and there was silence in the court hall.
If there is any objection at this time, it will be no different from rebellion. The king's intention is to let Zhang Yi sit on the throne and let Zhang Yi lead the army and people of the country to resist the enemy.
In fact, Zhang Yi is already the uncrowned king, holding the highest power with one hand.
After Zhang Yi thought for a moment, he issued an emergency mobilization order.
As the country entered a state of war, all young and middle-aged men were organized and formed into legions by region. They picked up any equipment that could be used as a weapon and conducted training. This task was led by the Ministry of War, with the cooperation of local officials.
Xiaolong took charge of city defenses and logistical support, mobilized grain and other supplies to stockpile in Chang'an, fortified the walls and cleared the country, and evacuated all people and supplies from the prefectures and counties near Chang'an into Chang'an.
Xiao Han was responsible for the research and development of new weapons, mobilizing blacksmiths across the country to manufacture armored chariots and catapults in the shortest possible time, as well as forging weapons, crossbows, armor and other combat weapons.
Shi Gandang led 10,000 wolf cavalry to the northern border, and joined the 30,000 horsemen of the two legions staying in the northern border. According to the strategy, he started a battle with the enemy and retreated before the enemy encircled him, making the appearance of an embarrassing rout.
Niu Ben is the main general guarding Chang'an City. He cooperates with Xiaolong's city defenses and dispatches troops to conduct defensive drills.
Urgently recall General Wang Zhengda and 20,000 troops to serve as the main force in the ambush mission.
Zhang Yi will personally go to places such as Ziwuling and Sanyuan to find the best ambush locations. At that time, he will command generals such as Wang Zheng and Shi Gandang to direct the ambush battle.
Every city in the kingdom is prepared to resist the enemy and can defend it as long as it can. At this time of crisis, the main force cannot support each city, but the main force will attract the enemy and lead them to Chang'an City as much as possible. .
All officials abide by their duties, obey instructions, lead the people to prepare for war, cooperate with Xiaolong to reinforce fortifications, transport various materials; cooperate with Xiao Han to transport iron and coal, build iron-making furnaces, etc.
Zhang Yi asked officials to rush to the front. If anyone slacks off or retreats, he will be dealt with according to wartime military law.
"China is facing an unprecedented catastrophe. You should shoulder the heavy burden, risk life and death, and dedicate yourself to the country and the family. I, Zhang Yi, will lead the Chinese men to charge and kill the enemy, fight to the end, and let the invaders never come back!"
Zhang Yi stood up from the throne, pulled out the Chinese Dragon Bird Sword, and with a whistling sound, a flash of light pointed directly to the north.
All the civil and military officials were excited and shouted loudly.
"We will obey the order of the Chief Assistant and let the invaders never come back!"
In times of difficulty, everyone is united and their hearts are united.