Although the two sides were hostile, Yu Wenshiji still praised: "The great cannibal and wolf ambition, brazenly invaded the Western Region, cut off the Silk Road and occupied the city. Fortunately, the Duke of Yue was not afraid of hardships, lived to the death, and commanded his warriors to attack thousands of miles. Recovering the lost territory and defeating the enemy, promoting the power of the Tang Dynasty, and boosting the morale of our soldiers and people, we are truly the stronghold of the country and a hero in the world!"
Just as Guan Long blocked the area east of Chang'an, making it difficult for the East Palace to get news outside Hedong, the army of the East Palace also blocked the area west of Hexi, making it difficult for Guan Long to know the situation in the Western Regions.
Regarding Fang Jun's abandonment of the Western Regions and his army rushing to the aid of the East Palace, many people in Guanlong thought that Fang Jun's abandonment of the Western Regions and waiting for the food army to attack the city and plunder the territory was actually an act of a national thief, and they could criticize Fang Jun and the East Palace accordingly.
However, Yu Wenshiji knew Fang Jun very well and always believed that the reason why Fang Jun rushed to the aid of the East Palace must be because the enemy situation in the Western Regions had been controlled and even the Dashi army had been defeated. Otherwise, Fang Jun would not have abandoned the Western Regions and returned to Chang'an.
Fang Jun's dedication to the country seems to be far more than those patriots who brag all day long that "the whole world is not the land of the king"...
Since the beginning of the Han Dynasty, the Central Plains Dynasty has been aware of the extremely important strategic position of the Western Regions in the Central Plains, and has spared no effort to conquer cities, seize lands, and manage them. Countless Han family members have been stationed in the desolate Western Regions, garrisoning troops and farmland to maintain system rule. .
However, in fact, few people really regard the vast Western Region as the land of the empire. At most, they regard it as an extremely important strategic depth. However, Fang Jun is obsessed with the land in the Western Region and has been calling on the court to move more The common people filled the land and even repeatedly petitioned the court to exile criminals to various parts of the Western Regions. Through continuous immigration, they would achieve the assimilation of all ethnic groups in the Western Regions, thus making the vast Western Regions truly the territory of the Han...
How could such a person give up on the Western Regions that countless Han family members had conquered with their heads and blood and their bones buried?
Now it seems that is indeed the case.
What is particularly important is that since the Dashi army has been completely wiped out and only a few broken troops are left running around and fleeing, a large number of Anxi troops will be liberated and mobilized to rush to the aid of the East Palace.
These soldiers who have been fighting in the bitter cold land of the Western Regions for many years are elite soldiers and strong generals who are almost as strong as Youtun Guards. Once they return to Chang'an to support the East Palace, the power of the East Palace will increase dramatically. Compared with the "rabble" hastily organized by various clans in the world , it can be called "one is worth ten"...
This news was extremely unfavorable to Guan Long, but Yu Wenshiji was still broad-minded and did not hesitate to praise him when it was due.
Of course, it's not just a simple compliment...
Then he changed the subject and said with worry on his face: "Fang Jun's achievements are indeed shocking in the past and unparalleled in the world. But because of this, he feels a little vain in his heart. Otherwise, why would he introduce Tubo Huqi? Please note the previous chapter. Tuyuhun suddenly invaded Hexi, and there must be Tibetan instigators behind him. Everyone knows that Tubo covets the Tang Dynasty. In the near future, with strong soldiers and horses, and a vast territory, Tubo will definitely become the biggest enemy of the Tang Dynasty. Now there are more than ten thousand Tubo cavalry. Near Chang'an, once the East Palace is defeated, this force will lose control and will cause chaos in the entire Guanzhong. Even Tubo has already sent troops to the border at this moment. Just waiting for the chaos in Guanzhong, it will immediately send troops to invade Hexi, cutting off the connection between the Western Region and Guanzhong, and then invade the Western Region. "
Seeing the serious faces of everyone in the hall, he added: "It's not the old ministers who are instigating dissension. Fang Jun's move is really inappropriate. In the final analysis, the current battle is just an internal war within the Tang Dynasty. Who wins and who loses, the Tang Dynasty
It is still the Tang Dynasty, and the interests of the empire have not been harmed. But once the wolf is lured into the house and the Tibetans take advantage of it, not only Fang Jun's crime is unforgivable, but we will also become the sinners of the empire."
Li Chengqian glanced around, waved his hands casually, and said with a smile: "Does the Duke of the State of Ying treat the orphan as a child? It is better not to use such simple methods of alienation. The Duke of the State of Yue has contributed to the country, and he deserves the credit.
Wei, the purpose of introducing Tubo Huqi this time is to support the Gar family, so that they can separate from Songtsen Gampo, and firmly establish themselves in the Qinghai Lake area to become a barrier between the Tang Dynasty and Tubo. What Ying Guogong said is really
You are laughing so generously, do you really think that everyone in my East Palace is a jealous and jealous person who cannot tell the difference between right and wrong?"
"Ha ha!"
Yu Wenshi laughed loudly, picked up the tea bowl and said: "Your Highness, you are serious. How dare I play tricks in front of you? It's just what I think in my heart, and I couldn't help but pour it out. If there is any suspicion of sowing discord, I will
Please apologize first."
He took a sip of tea.
His Royal Highness the Crown Prince naturally believed in Fang Jun, not only in his loyalty, but also in his talent. Since Fang Jun adopted such a strategy against Tubo, the Crown Prince would definitely give his absolute support.
But what about others?
The Tuyuhun was defeated to ensure stability in Hexi, the Alagou annihilated the Dashi, the Turkic coalition forces, and the Tianxia army outside Gongyue City defeated the 200,000 Dashi army in one battle. Who would not be jealous of such unparalleled feats?
He did not expect that what he said would cause Fang Jun to be punished immediately. He only needed to drive a nail into the hearts of everyone in the East Palace.
When facing the scene, this nail may play a huge role, even affecting the formation of troops in the East Palace and the strategy of facing the enemy...
Of course, Li Chengqian understood Yu Wenshiji's sinister intentions, and with a calm expression, he waved his hand and said, "Don't worry about him, Mr. Ying. You have already made it clear about the bottom line of the peace talks. Please reply to Changsun Wuji. Unless you care about him,
The Long army must disband and surrender, otherwise the peace talks may be abandoned."
With the war situation at a stalemate, it is too difficult for both sides to negotiate for peace. Their respective demands and bottom lines will not be compromised easily. To promote peace talks, countless rounds of consultations will be required, during which there will be more back-and-forth.
No matter how anxious you are, you can't rush for a moment, otherwise you will be completely at a disadvantage.
Throughout the ages, what is gained and lost at the negotiation table is often greater than what is gained and lost on the battlefield, so we must treat it with caution...
Yu Wenshiji nodded happily: "I obey my order, so I will leave first. If there is any follow-up, I will come back."
The peace talks are indeed what everyone in the Guanlong clan is looking forward to except the Changsun family. Everyone just wants to win the benefits they deserve at the negotiation table, rather than completely handing the initiative to Changsun Wuji and letting it coerce all the parties involved.
The Longmen clan is desperate and desperate. But the one who is more anxious must be the East Palace. Similar to Guanlong, how can the officials of the East Palace be willing to let all the merits be seized by the military? They can only deliver documents and orders, and are defeated in the end.
If you win, you will share the responsibility for the crime, and if you win, you will get nothing...
What's more, as spring plowing is approaching, how can a prince watch helplessly as millions of people in Guanzhong have delayed their farming season, causing the world to be barren for a year, leading to no harvest in winter and no food and clothing?
Righteous status is both an advantage and sometimes a burden.
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After sending Yu Wenshiji away, Li Chengqian ordered Li Junxian: "Send all the 'Hundred Cavalry' masters to Shangyu Ancient Road to cut off the Guanlong army and ensure the safety of the Yue Kingdom without any loss!"
"Here!"
Li Junxian accepted the order, hesitated for a moment, and said: "Xuanwu Gate is relatively safe now, and Duke Guo is in charge, so it would be better for the general to lead his troops out of Xuanwu Gate in person, and take a detour to Lan Tiao to go to the ancient Shangyu Road."
His usual duty is to contact the palace and Xuanwu Gate, and to spy on information around Chang'an. Now Taiji Palace has become a battlefield, and all the people in the palace have withdrawn to the inner gate, which is only separated from Xuanwu Gate by a wall. Let me know if anything happens. Just one word, his mission is indeed dispensable.
Li Chengqian considered it carefully and nodded in agreement: "It's good, you have always been calm and steady in doing things. This time, you must ensure the safety of Duke Yue at any cost. Remember, no matter the cost!"
Li Junxian naturally understands how important Fang Jun is to the East Palace at the moment. Even if all the "Hundred Cavalry" are put together in one place, they cannot equal the role of one Fang Jun...
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When Li Junxian strode away, Li Chengqian looked at everyone in the hall and asked: "Ying Guogong's visit this time, apart from the superficial sowing discord, do you think it can promote the peace talks?" effect?"
He first defined Yuwen Shiji's words as "sowing dissension" and repeatedly reminded everyone not to fall for such "plain" tactics, lest they mess up their position and become a laughing stock.
It's just that Yu Wenshiji used a conspiracy and said it openly and honestly. It's hard to predict whether the people in front of him will not be affected by it...
Xiao Yu did not mention the matter of "stoking discord", but just shook his head and said: "It's difficult. The current war situation is tense. How can both sides be willing to give in? Perhaps when Duke Wei leads his army to win a victory and expand their advantage, the peace talks can make real progress. ."
There is never any talk of words and white teeth at the negotiation table. Negotiation strategies are important, but the basis of negotiations is still based on the relative strength of both parties and the current situation.