However, the Turks were in turmoil due to the civil strife in Huihe, and their strength was greatly reduced. They could not get involved in the Western Regions for a while. The Western Regions were peaceful, and they could clean up the mess and calmly return to support Chang'an.
The fly in the ointment is that Da Shi people are really too poor. There is only a handful of food and supplies in Nuo Da's military camp, and the most captured items are weapons and weapons. However, the Tang army does not like the various inferior weapons of Da Shi's army. Most of them are worthless.
They have to be transported back to Guanzhong and then recast...
However, the good mood only lasted for a moment. The scouts sent back the news from the Huihe people. Hearing that most of the defeated troops had broken through the pass and fled south, Fang Jun was so angry that he kicked over a stool and said angrily: "Spit."
You’ve misled me about something important!”
fly into a rage.
It is said that Fang Jun has a hot temper, and will fight with each other if they disagree with each other. In fact, most of them are spreading lies, especially when it comes to his subordinates, Fang Jun is actually very tolerant, and there are countless rumors about him protecting his shortcomings.
But at this moment, Fang Jun was really filled with anger and wished he could kill Tu Midu with one knife!
He asked angrily: "What's going on? He had already warned in advance not to underestimate the enemy. With his soldiers cutting off the pass, how could he allow his defeated troops to escape and scatter them all over the Western Region, thus creating many hidden dangers?"
Whether it was the scouts or the generals, it was rare for them to see Fang Jun so angry, and they all trembled with fear.
The scout bit the bullet and explained the details...
Fang Jun became even more furious!
"Mom! You actually treat my commander's generals as if they are nothing. Do you really think that military law is just for show? Come here, quickly bring Tumidu to my commander. If you dare to resist, you will be killed without mercy!"
"Here!"
The soldiers on the left and right trotted out quickly, and the horses galloped towards the pass at the foot of Tianshan Mountain in the southwest direction.
Fang Jun was still angry, and Pei Xingjian comforted him: "Commander, why do you do this? Tumidu is the Khan of Huihe. He is not of my race. His heart must be different. It is reasonable to hide his heart to preserve his strength at critical times."
.If you punish him severely at this time, it will definitely frighten the coalition forces of all ethnic groups and make them even more alienated."
Fang Jun snorted angrily: "The Yi and Di are afraid of power but not moral. If you talk to them about human relations, they will bite you to death in one bite. Isn't that stupid? That's the case now. I trust him so much. I would rather we ourselves
Charge head-on and assign him the easy task of intercepting the defeated troops, but in the end, in order to preserve his strength, he allowed many defeated troops to escape, which is really hateful!"
If we can complete this battle and kill or capture all the Dashi troops, then there will be no hostile forces in the Western Regions, and we can calmly return to the dynasty and settle the situation. But now tens of thousands of troops are fleeing, even if Xue Rengui and others
They followed closely and pursued them, but it was impossible to catch them all in one fell swoop. So many defeated troops were scattered in the vast area of the Western Regions. Once they were gathered, they became a powerful force. The total number of Tang troops in the Western Regions was only 60,000 to 70,000.
, if he returns to the imperial court, he will bring back at least 30,000 elite troops. How can the remaining few troops garrison the vast Western Region?
The return of the troops to the court had to be postponed, at least until the defeated troops in the Western Regions were cleared.
But Guanlong's rebellion is bound to be thunderous. Even if the East Palace is prepared in advance, how long can it resist? Especially since the Fang family is in Chang'an City, they may not be able to evacuate the Taiji Palace in time. Considering the grievances between the Fang family and the eldest grandson's family, if the eldest grandson is not available,
If you are afraid of evil intentions, how can you resist the few soldiers in the house?
If the wife, concubines, and family members in the mansion were to encounter something unexpected during this mutiny, Fang Jun could hardly imagine how he would face it...
If it had been anyone else, he would have been too scared to say a word at this moment, but Pei Xingjian still had the courage to bite the bullet and admonished: "Commander, calm down, we want to return to the court to rescue the East Palace as soon as possible.
Relying on the coalition forces of all ethnic groups to assist the Anxi Army in guarding the Western Region after we leave, if things get out of hand at this time, it will definitely leave hidden dangers for the situation in the Western Region. Moreover, the situation may not be as corrupt as imagined."
Fang Jun naturally trusted Pei Xingjian very much, not only in his loyalty, but also in his abilities, so he could listen to Pei Xingjian's words even when he was angry.
Sitting behind the writing desk, he picked up the tea cup on the desk and took a sip. He dismissed all the clerks and the general school, looked at Pei Xingjian and said: "Other people don't know, how can you not know my thoughts? Chang'an is in danger now, although His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has strictly ordered us to
We are not allowed to return to the army for rescue, but that is because the prince does not understand the situation in the Western Regions and thinks that Dashi's army still has an absolute advantage. He is afraid that we will lose the territory of the Western Regions because of King Qin's rescue. But now it is clear that a great victory has been achieved, with more than 100,000 Dashi troops
The army was completely defeated, but it failed to achieve its full success, leaving behind hidden dangers. I feel tormented in my heart. If those who disobey military orders are not severely punished, how can we give up?"
Pei Xingjian said: "The last general naturally understands the urgency of the commander-in-chief. However, although the defeated troops have fled to Suiye City, they may not become a hidden danger to the stability of the Western Region. Tumidu led the Huihe clan to annex, and there is no way out.
However, the recognition of the Tang Dynasty in his heart is not enough, and it is normal for him to have second thoughts. However, if instead of not punishing him this time, he is appointed as the deputy general of the Anxi Protectorate, he will definitely feel the importance and tolerance of the Tang Dynasty.
, and then ordered him to lead the Hu tribes to exterminate the defeated troops, how could he not be grateful and do his best?"
Fang Jun was silent in thought.
Although the anger in his heart was not exhausted, he also felt that if he followed Pei Xingjian's advice, it would be more effective than simply punishing him severely.
This is not a question of fear of power or virtue, but a consideration of human nature. Why did Tumidu ignore Fang Jun's military orders? It was because he had no sense of security in his heart and believed that it was a helpless move for the entire clan to join the Tang Dynasty. Sooner or later, he would have to
He was consumed by the Tang Dynasty as a pawn, so he conserved his strength and made a big mistake.
If you give it enough trust, the results will naturally be different.
The soldier outside the door came in and said that he had finished his vomiting. Fang Jun nodded and let him in.
Tumidu strode into the camp, feeling uneasy and uneasy, without any trace of his past unruliness. He respectfully stepped forward and greeted the commander in accordance with the military regulations of the Tang Dynasty: "At last, I will meet the commander-in-chief!"
Fang Jun hummed, his face gloomy, and he was speechless.
Tumidu swallowed hard, feeling anxious in his heart. Returning from the pass, along the way, he saw that the camp where not long ago there were more than 100,000 food troops had been occupied by the Tang army, and the place was in a mess and filled with smoke.
It made him horrified.
What kind of fighting power does this have to be so wreaking havoc?
The awe of the Tang army is even deeper, because the fear of disobeying military orders before is naturally more frightening, and Fang Jun is so silent in front of him, he is obviously very angry, and he doesn't know what to do with himself...
Fang Jun said nothing, which made him feel extremely stressed.
Pei Xingjian, who was standing aside, coughed dryly and said, "The Khan conquered all night, and his hard work has been great. It is better to sit down and talk."
Although the tone has been set, the pressure should still be given. After all, the coach's authority cannot be offended. It is best to have a black face and a red face...
Tu Midu was frightened and ashamed, and did not stand up. He knelt on one knee and said shamefully: "The general will not obey the general's orders, resulting in failure to complete the work, so I am willing to be punished!"
Fang Jun snorted and said in a deep voice: "How do you know that you are disobeying military orders?"
This time it was my turn to be speechless.
Ever since the Great Rebellion spread across the mountains and plains, Tumidu knew that he had made a big mistake this time, and he was afraid it would be difficult to correct.
It's impossible to deny him, and it's even more impossible to act like he used to be unruly and unruly. Fang Jun's toughness shows off the Tang Dynasty's momentum. How can he challenge him as a Khan of the Hu tribe? After thinking about it, the only option is to be obedient.
If you have a good attitude towards admitting your mistake, you may be able to reduce the punishment.
After all, he is somewhat familiar with Fang Jun's stick, and he typically takes the soft side rather than the hard side...
As expected, Fang Jun said slowly: "Don't look aggrieved. The Tang army is not like you and other Hu tribes. They enforce orders and prohibitions and have strict military disciplines. Do you think that you will be exempted from responsibility if you admit your mistakes? Naive! I didn't expect you to fight bloody battles and defend the pass."
For the sake of retreat, please get up and speak."
"Here! Thank you, Marshal!"
Tu Midu felt relieved and quickly stood up and sat down under Pei Xingjian.
Fang Jun asked people to serve tea, and then said: "Because of you, you did not complete your work this time, and the situation in the Western Region is still corrupt. Let's not talk about how to punish you. I just want to ask, how will the situation end now? Is it difficult?
Are these tens of thousands of soldiers and horses under the command of Commander-in-Chief going to be scattered all over the Western Region to wipe out the defeated troops, and are they exhausted and exhausted from doing so?"
Tu Midu quickly expressed his position: "How dare you trouble the Heavenly Army to run around so tiredly? Commander, don't worry, the task of annihilating the defeated army can be left to the general. If you fail to wipe it out and let it rise, there is no need for the commander to punish you.