In the education that Dugu Shouzhong received since childhood, the words "loyal to the emperor and patriotic" have never been mentioned. Even though he has read the sentence "Although there are thousands of people, I will go", he has not delved into its meaning. In his mind,
Among the people's understanding, only the family is the existence that allows the children to throw their heads and blood to sacrifice their lives for them.
But the Fang Jun in front of him knew that after a full-scale war with Xue Yantuo, the whole country would be the enemy, but he still remained upright and did not hesitate to sacrifice himself!
In the past, when Dugu Shouzhong faced this kind of people, he would have sneered at this kind of thing with a look of disdain, thinking that it was just a pretense, just for fame and reputation. However, standing opposite Fang Jun at this moment, he felt the kind of emotion revealed in Fang Jun's words.
The firmness and nobility of "it is okay to die for the country and the people" deeply touched my heart.
In comparison, it is inevitable to feel ashamed...
Fortunately, in the Tang Dynasty, no matter the children of aristocratic families or the literati and officials, bathed in the splendor of the prosperous age, they were not as shameless and without bottom lines as later generations. They pursued their own values, but did not regard the different ideals and ambitions of others.
Seen as stupid and ridiculed with disdain, people of this era are able to maintain sufficient respect for all great and noble things, and give praise and support even if they cannot do it.
"At that time, the memorial will be signed with the name of the last general, and the last general will also have it in his mouth, haha..."
Dugu Shouzhong laughed.
Fang Jun also laughed: "In that case, how can I, my little brother, be able to monopolize such a great achievement?"
If they go straight to Yudujun Mountain and destroy Yinan Khan's tent, they will certainly be worthy of the praise of "making a great contribution to the sky". However, as long as this step is not achieved, the Xueyantuo Khanate will not be overthrown and it will be internally torn apart and it will be difficult to intervene in the war of Goguryeo.
, that is a grave sin.
Dugu Shouzhong expressed his position in this way. He would not participate in it, but he would never hinder Fang Jun and slander him by making irresponsible remarks in the memorial.
Moreover, if Fang Jun had to bear the consequences alone, and the Northern Xinjiang generals had to bear the consequences together, the situation would naturally be very different.
These people are in northern Xinjiang and are facing war. According to the laws of the Tang Dynasty, they have very great power to make decisions. They have the right to make any decision without an explicit order from the court!
Even if this move goes against the current national policy, the law does not punish everyone. With Fang Jun at the forefront and a group of generals sharing the firepower, Fang Jun will not be dismissed from office and dusted...
This is a huge favor, and Fang Jun must appreciate it.
"Brother Dugu loves me so much, how can I implicate my brother and make him suffer? This trip to the north will surely ravage the grassland and desert with great force. If I don't hit Yu Dujun Mountain, if I don't have a cup of tea in Yi Nan Khan's tent, I won't
Let Yi Nan Khan dance a Hu Xuan dance and swear not to return! Brother Dugu is now in charge of Mayi. After the spring begins, there will be good news!"
After saying that, he opened the door and left with a big smile.
Dugu Shouzhong stood at the door, watching Fang Jun's generous back striding out of the government office. On the road, all the generals of the Youtun Guards gathered behind him, mounted their horses, and rushed to the Youtun Guards Camp in the west of the city.
Soon after, news came that the Youtun Guards had left the city and headed straight for Dingxiang.
Dugu Shouzhong looked up at the gloomy sky and sighed softly.
As a child of an aristocratic family, he started out a few levels higher than those poor families with poor legs. If he had some talent, he would immediately have a prosperous official career. However, the powerful family power not only provides support to the children, but also provides them with
They put a yoke on them.
There are too many concerns, too many taboos, and too many restrictions.
Even if they are extremely talented, how many people can break free from this shackles and fly freely and do whatever they want?
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The wild goose gate is closed.
Da Dushu stared at the wolf-fang arrow slanting into the ground in front of him, then raised his head to look at the first pass in the North that lay between the mountains in the distance. Anger rose in his heart and his eyes were about to burst!
Seeing that the unparalleled feat of slaughtering all the Turks is about to be achieved, but is blocked by the Tang army, who can not be angry and crazy?
But at least he has not lost his mind yet. He knows that seeking Yanmen Pass is not only a violation of his father's orders, but also that the Tang army is holding on to the danger.
Able to fill in the victory.
If, instead of failing to capture Yanmen Pass, we lose our troops and generals, we will not be able to explain to our father Khan after we return, which will further damage our prestige.
The Hu people on the grassland are the most realistic, and only judge heroes based on success or failure. He generously planned to lead his army on the first expedition and return home defeated. Not only would he not be able to gain the favor and support of the tribes who were watching, but it would also cause his own team to become unpopular.
It’s really not worth the gain.
He looked stern, and after a long while, he glanced at Tu Midu beside him: "I want to attack Yanmen Pass, what do you want from Commander Qu?"
Tumidu cursed in his heart and said solemnly: "I am a rough man, I don't know the military strategy, I only know how to follow the lead of the two princes! Withdraw when you say, I will obey your orders, fight when you say, and the Huihe cavalry will wait."
At your command, I am willing to be a pioneer!"
He had already seen through Da Dushe's temperament.
They have great ambitions but little talent, are ambitious, selfish, and cruel. The most terrible thing is that they are hesitant and difficult to make decisions. How can these people have the courage to completely disobey the Khan's orders, lead tens of thousands of troops to attack Yanmen Pass, and provoke Xue Yantuo and the Tang Dynasty?
total war?
The reason why I asked myself was just to be clever and to test my loyalty...
After listening to Tu Midu's firm words, Da Duzhu's face softened slightly and he said warmly: "Uihe is also a part of Tiele. Our ancestors are all connected by blood. How can I watch the Uihe cavalry die in flesh and blood?"
Attack the fortified city of the Tang people? When it comes to cavalry field battles, the Tang people may not be Xue Yantuo's opponent, but when it comes to holding on to the fortified city, Xue Yantuo is far behind the Tang people..."
He comforted Tumidu with a few words, and then said loudly: "The Tang people have already been prepared. If they attack Yanmen Pass, they will definitely suffer heavy losses. But my commander, I will not only lead you to make achievements and plunder wealth, but also bring you back alive!"
Otherwise, how can I feel at ease when your wives, children, parents are crying and grieving day and night on the grassland?"
Looking around, I saw that these words really moved many people. I felt a little proud and said loudly: "Listen to my order and withdraw immediately! We will return to Dingxiang City and capture it. From then on, the entire Baidaochuan River will be included in the Khan."
Within the territory of the country, our children and grandchildren can graze sheep and horses in this warm land!"
"The second prince is mighty!"
"We listen to the second prince!"
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No one wants to fight, even the Xueyantuo people who are accustomed to plundering for a living.
Only when you are alive can you enjoy fine food and wine, Han women, and fighting means death. Moreover, the Tang Dynasty destroyed the Eastern Turks more than ten years ago. Its invincible power across the world has not only not weakened, but has become more tyrannical. Who wants to be like this?
fighting the enemy?
Therefore, Da Du She's choice was immediately supported, and retreating before the battle was a shameful thing for barbarians. At this time, Da Du She gained a good reputation as "loving soldiers as sons", and gained a wave of loyalty... …
Da Dushu glanced coldly at the Tang army who unexpectedly formed a formation within a stone's throw. The shining armor and sharp Mo sword made him extremely envious.
The Eastern Turks did not know how to smelt iron, but they were able to rule the tribes on the grassland who were best at smelting iron, and thus obtained many sharp weapons and armor. However, Xue Yantuo almost completely inherited the territory and tribes of the Eastern Turks, but those who were good at smelting iron However, the tribe would rather move westward than accept Xue Yantuo's rule.
On the contrary, Uighur has a good relationship with him...
This led to the fact that although Xueyantuo's cavalry dominated the grassland in terms of numbers, in terms of weapons and armor, they were not as good as his own horsemen and Uighurs...
The level of iron smelting in the Tang Dynasty was at another level.
Putting away these inappropriate thoughts in his head, Dadu Shi ignored Tang Jun again, turned his horse's head around, galloped faster, and returned along the original road.
Behind him, the mighty tens of thousands of Xue Yantuo cavalry followed him on horseback, like wind and clouds, blowing a ferocious hurricane on the ground, rolling up the ice and snow foam on the ground into the air, with a terrifying momentum.
The tens of thousands of troops were not confused by the retreat. Xue Yantuo's cavalry changed their rear formation into the front formation and retreated slowly and in an orderly manner.
Da Duzhi was in a very depressed mood. He could not take full credit this time. He only wiped out the Turks' ruthless Li Te people, which was far from what he imagined. If he could not capture Dingxiang City, after returning to Yazhang this time, he would definitely He was severely punished by his father.
But Dingxiang City was guarded by two of the sixteen most elite guards of the Tang Army. How to capture it?
Feeling irritable, I simply stopped thinking about it and waited until I returned to the camp to see the situation in Dingxiang City.
As he was riding his horse forward, suddenly, a cold arrow shot straight down from the steep mountain ridge beside the road, hitting Dadu Shi's right shoulder.
Dadushu roared wildly: "Enemy attack!"
Then he yanked off the helmet on his head, endured the severe pain, drew out his sword and cut off the arrow shaft, then took off his cloak behind him, leaned on his horse and rode into the chaotic cavalry array.
He didn't want to become a target for enemies lurking in the dark.