Thunder and lightning exploded outside the window, and the tower shook slightly.
The news that the private army in the south of the Yangtze River was attacked by the navy was louder than the thunder, causing everyone to change their color and their eardrums to roar.
Although they had been warned by Cheng Yaojin before and learned that the navy was very likely to intercept the private troops from the south of the Yangtze River crossing the river to the north, everyone was worried, but they were not sure that the navy would do that. After all, Jiangnan was very important to the entire empire.
It is extremely important to the emperor, and since the Tang Dynasty, although there are Jiangnan clans like Xiao Yu serving as high-ranking officials in the court, Jiangnan has never been truly integrated into the empire, and the imperial decrees have often been greatly reduced in all parts of Jiangnan.
In this case, wouldn't the navy consider the entire Jiangnan to completely separate from the Tang Dynasty, or even divide the river to rule it?
How dare he, a navy master?!
Thunder and lightning passed by in a flash, but everyone calmed down for a long time. No one spoke for a while, all digesting the news that was like thunder.
After a long time, Chu Suiliang let out a long breath and said in surprise: "This navy...is really brave."
My heart gradually became filled with worry.
He was born in the Chu family of Henan, but was born in Qiantang. The family still thrives in Qiantang. However, Qiantang is separated by a river from Huating Town, where the navy is entrenched, and is always shrouded in the navy's military front. In the past, there may have been no peace with each other.
However, he is now a supporter of the King of Jin, and he accuses the prince of having "poisoned" the late emperor, and his relationship with the prince is a life-and-death affair. How can the navy not regard him as a thorn in the side and a thorn in the flesh?
In addition, the Jiangnan nobles are now recruiting private troops to fight against the prince northward, and they are completely at odds with the navy. You can imagine the kind of pressure and even persecution his family will suffer...
Once the Jiangnan clan becomes unwilling and makes any changes, the Navy will definitely use strong methods to oppress them.
The Chu family of Qiantang might be the first to suffer...
Yuchi Gong didn't care about this. He stroked his beard with his big hand and said with emotion: "Jiangnan will not be peaceful from now on, wars will be burning everywhere, and we will all become sinners of the empire."
This "us" is not just in front of us and the Jin Wang family, but also includes the East Palace. The Jin Wang held the late emperor's edict and was unwilling to watch the prince ascend to the throne, so he launched a mutiny. This was the culprit that led to the possible division of the empire, but the water
The division ignored the situation in the south of the Yangtze River and allowed the south of the Yangtze River to snipe at the private troops crossing the river. The killing was excessive and left no room for action, which would also trigger a chain reaction in the entire south of the Yangtze River and even in Shandong, Hebei and other places.
If the empire falls into disintegration, melee wars and wars everywhere return to the turbulent times of the late Sui Dynasty, and the people of the world are once again plunged into dire straits and their lives are in ruins, everyone will become a "rebellious minister" in the history books and be reviled for eternity.
Of course, as a general, he doesn't care too much about those posthumous names, he just feels emotional. Now he is even more worried about whether the private army of the Shandong family will come as scheduled without the support of the Jiangnan private army.
Without backup, it would be tantamount to wishful thinking to rely solely on the right Houwei to assist the King of Jin in counterattacking Chang'an.
Even the generals of the Sixteenth Guards who were still waiting and watching, after seeing that King Jin was isolated and helpless, all sided with the prince one after another. One after another, there was no chance of winning...
Everyone here couldn't help but feel a haze hanging over their faces.
The situation was in danger and overthrow was imminent. Instead, Li Zhi calmed down, took a sip of tea, turned a deaf ear to the sound of wind and rain outside the window, and said in a deep voice: "Those who have achieved great things in ancient and modern times all started from thorns, walked through ups and downs, and then persevered and forged ahead.
Only by doing can we create brilliance. Our father’s lesson is not far away. We should imitate it. The more difficult and difficult it is, the more determined we will be. I hope you will remain determined and join hands with me to forge ahead!"
Yu Chigong and Chu Suiliang were shocked, stood up in a hurry, bowed their hands to the ground, and said loudly: "Your Highness, don't worry, we will follow you to the death!"
During the "Xuanwu Gate Incident", Yuchi Gong participated in the whole process, knowing that the situation at that time was even worse than it is now. Li Jiancheng, who had the overwhelming support of Emperor Gaozu and the government and the public, was about to succeed. He suppressed the King of Qin with the power of thunder and captured him without mercy.
Besides, who would have thought that just by relying on the Tiance Mansion, one could turn defeat into victory and change fate against the will of heaven?
However, the "Xuanwumen Incident" was successful in one battle, achieving His Majesty Li Er's glorious achievements, which will shine through the ages.
Now that His Majesty Li Er has passed away, although the Crown Prince has seized power and has great honor and righteousness, he is not in charge of the court. Many civil and military officials have selfish motives, and the army is full of factions and stands idly by. The situation is far less bad than that of His Majesty Li Er back then.
Who knew that the King of Jin could not achieve the "Xuanwu Gate Change" again?
Chu Suiliang, on the other hand, had no choice but to retreat and had no choice but to follow a path into the dark. However, seeing that the King of Jin remained calm and determined in the face of danger, he was encouraged and his morale was greatly boosted.
If King Jin succeeds, not only will he be completely free from the danger of being threatened, but he will even benefit from it, going one step further...
Li Zhi smiled and waved, letting the two of them take their seats, and ordered Cui Xin to be called to the tower. He first informed Jiangnan about the situation, and then asked: "I wonder how the private army raised by the Shandong family is doing, and when they can arrive.
Tongguan aid?”
Hearing that the Jiangnan private army was almost completely wiped out, Cui Xin took a breath and quickly replied: "Don't worry, Your Highness, Shandong is no better than Jiangnan. The rivers are scarce and unfavorable for boats. No matter how powerful his navy is, it cannot be replicated."
The affairs in the south of the Yangtze River cannot prevent the Shandong private army from coming."
Yuchi Gong said in a deep voice: "The navy cannot run rampant in all parts of Shandong, but it must have come along the canal now. Once the crossings of the Yellow River are blocked, will your Shandong private army still be able to fly over?"
Although he was also afraid of the navy before, he only believed that it was invincible at sea. Once it entered the Tang Dynasty, its combat power would be greatly reduced and it might not become a nuisance. But this time, dozens or hundreds of ships were used to snipe the Jiangnan private army, and even
He severely damaged the Jiangnan private army before landing, forcing him to re-evaluate the navy's combat effectiveness.
Since the navy can blockade the Yangtze River, how does it know that after it goes up the canal, it cannot block the Yellow River?
After all, compared with the Yangtze River, which is wide and flat and full of ferries, the Yellow River flows rapidly and twists and turns hundreds of times. There are far fewer ferries suitable for large armies to cross, which makes it easier for the navy to divide its forces to blockade...
Throughout the ages, tyrannical dynasties have come and gone, and amazing commanders have succeeded one after another. However, the navy has always been useless. Even in the founding war of the Tang Dynasty, the navy relied on the navy to pacify the entire south of the Yangtze River. It was never regarded as a regular battle order. Unexpectedly, times have changed.
How can the navy today exert such great strategic capabilities?
Relying on the convenience of the canal, the navy can block the Yangtze River by going upstream, and control the Yellow River by heading north, controlling the fate of the world...
Cui Xinsui was not familiar with the art of war, but he was not ignorant either. He understood the dangers involved and nodded: "Your Highness and Duke E, please rest assured. I will immediately prepare a letter and send people back to Shandong, so that each family can quickly urge the private army to rush to Guanzhong and settle the matter."
The big picture.”
The Jiangnan private army was defeated and could not go north to support Tongguan, resulting in a situation that was extremely unfavorable to the King of Jin. The Shandong private army was naturally under great pressure. But at the same time, the crisis also contained opportunities. If the Jiangnan private army could assist the King of Jin without the participation of the Jiangnan private army,
Seizing the throne means that the Shandong family will dominate the court in the future, and the benefits they gain will increase exponentially.
As one goes and the other goes, the Shandong aristocratic family will completely suppress the Jiangnan gentry.
Just thinking about the beautiful vision of the Shandong family leading the empire in the future, Cui Xin trembled with excitement.
No matter how much sacrifice you make, it is worth it...
*****
Xuanwu Gate.
Lightning flashed across the sky above the tall and majestic city tower, and the sky was illuminated by light for a moment, and then fell into the darkness of silence, with only bursts of thunder and heavy rain.
Li Daozong looked at Yuwen Shiji who was brought in by his own soldiers and was speechless. The underground of Tai Chi Palace might have become an ant hole. It had been dug full of holes for a long time. He could enter and exit the heart of the empire at any time...
…
His eyes passed over Yu Wenshi and his face, and he looked at the soldier who brought him here. This person had been his most trusted assistant for many years, but he was secretly communicating with outsiders.
The soldier looked embarrassed and knelt down on one knee, lowering his head and saying nothing.
Heaving a sigh of relief, Li Daozong waved his hand impatiently: "Go out and get thirty military sticks to see the effect."
The royal family of Li Tang Dynasty was originally from the Guan Long lineage, and the generals and soldiers under their command were inextricably linked to Guan Long. Even if this soldier who had tangled with Yu Wenshi and Yin Qu was executed without permission, the next time would be different.
The soldiers continued to do this.
The soldier thanked him profusely and said, "Thank you very much, Commander, for your forgiveness. I will be willing to accept the punishment."
He got up and left the barracks, and went to the Sima's office in the army to receive his punishment.
Yu Wenshiji took off his raincoat, his old face was full of smiles, he took two steps forward, sat directly on the chair next to Li Daozong, and said slowly: "I came uninvited and became a bad guest.
I hope Chengfan won’t be surprised.”
"Chengfan" is Li Daozong's character...
Li Daozong paused for a moment, held the pot and poured tea for Yu Wenshi, gently pushed the tea cup in front of him, and sighed: "Now that the matter has come to this, why does Duke Ying have to work hard and travel in all directions? The navy has always been on expeditions, so
The government and the public know very little about the strength of its combat power. As long as it is determined and regardless of the corrupt situation in Jiangnan, it is nothing more than a dream for the private army in Jiangnan to break through the naval blockade and go north to Guanzhong."
He had always been on good terms with Fang Jun, and he knew very well about the navy's training and equipment. He also studied the navy's past battles in his spare time, and the conclusions he came to were deeply shocking to him. In his opinion,
The navy is not only "invincible above the water", even if it abandons its boats and lands, it is still one of the few powerful armies in the world with its powerful firepower and strict discipline.
A hastily formed mob like the private army in the south of the Yangtze River was blocked by the navy at the ferry. Even with wings on its ribs, it was difficult to break through the navy's blockade.
Without the support of the private army in the south of the Yangtze River, how could the King of Jin talk about turning defeat into victory and counterattacking Chang'an?
Just waiting for the navy to sail up the Yellow River and press against Tongguan, the King of Jin and his entire army will be destroyed...
This is a dead end and there is no way to recover.
Yu Wenshiji smiled slightly, took a sip of tea, and said calmly: "Regardless of who wins or loses in the end between the prince and the king of Jin, I came here today just to ask Chengfan a question - are you loyal to the prince or are you loyal to the prince?