Chapter 480: The idea of ??borrowing a soldier to report to Zhao Shen
Chapter 480: Report the idea of borrowing troops to Zhao Shen
"Borrowing troops?"
Zhang Jun was stunned! "Where can we borrow troops from?"
Shen Tang concentrated and said, "Borrow troops from the Kingdom of Jin!"
"This...even though we are not at war with the Kingdom of Jin now, and we have also signed a contract.
But how could the Kingdom of Jin lend us troops!"
Zhang Jun said with great confusion.
Is the Jin Congress so stupid to use other people's troops to solve its own civil strife?
"Prime Minister Zhang, I can go to see the Golden Emperor and agree to any of his requests. As long as he can lend us troops, Shen Tang is willing to pay any price.
And..." Having said this, Shen Tang chuckled softly, "I am the son-in-law of the Jin Kingdom after all. Even if the Jin Emperor really doesn't give him face, he will definitely not do anything to me."
"The most important thing is, besides borrowing troops, can Prime Minister Zhang think of any better way?
We indeed have a lot of soldiers in the Song Dynasty, but you should also know the combat power of the soldiers in the Song Dynasty.
Nowadays, the 100,000 troops and horses accumulated in Sizhou should be one of the top combat forces in the Song Dynasty.
Can other large armies, even if they gather 100,000 or 200,000, really be able to defeat hundreds of thousands of Tibetan tribesmen, even if they include local troops?"
Shen Tang's words made Zhang Jun smile bitterly. No one understood the combat capabilities of the Song Dynasty officers and soldiers better than him. Shen Tang was right. The soldiers in the hands of Li Xianzhong, Bian Xi and others were already elite soldiers of the Song Dynasty.
Others, although they still have some top-notch combat power, are few in number.
Most of the soldiers are just making up the numbers.
Even if such soldiers are brought to Chengdu, they will probably lose more than they win.
"Then, you should tell me what is it about you that can impress the Kingdom of Jin.
You must know that borrowing troops is not a trivial matter, and this loan involves tens of thousands of soldiers and horses. If there is no benefit, there is no chance that the Jin Kingdom will agree."
"Xiang Zhang, what if I gave Ruoergai and Luqu to the Kingdom of Jin?"
Shen Tang said calmly.
Zhang Jun concentrated slightly. He might not have known these two places before, but recently, almost the entire western border line was in his mind. Therefore, he naturally thought of these two names immediately. represents the position.
Ruoergai is in the northwest direction of Lizhou West Road, while Luqu is in the west direction of Linzhao Road.
"Shen Tang, if I remember correctly, these two places should belong to the territory of the Tubo tribe."
Zhang Jun said doubtfully.
Shen Tang sneered, "Prime Minister Zhang, no matter what, we have already sacrificed so much in this battle.
If we win, we should get back some spoils! Moreover, we also need these spoils to make up for the losses of our allies.
Although the Tubo tribe is not weak in strength, as long as we wipe out all their hundreds of thousands of troops in Chengdu, then their border will be within our grasp!"
"It is naturally a bit difficult to reach the plateau.
However, as long as we can win, I, Shen Tang, will be sure of the Dadu River area and Jishi Mountain area.
If they don’t give it to me, then I, Shen Tang, will personally lead the troops to get it!”
Zhang Jun's mind went back and forth a thousand times, including surprise at Shen Tang's boldness and admiration for Shen Tang.
He was still thinking about how to deal with this crisis, and even some ways to quench his thirst by drinking poison were already swirling in his mind.
However, Shen Tang already had specific ideas in his mind.
However, this is also the reason why only Shen Tang can do some things.
Just like going to the Jin Kingdom to borrow troops, if you go to Shen Tang, although the hope is very small, it is indeed possible to succeed.
Except for Shen Tang, let alone Zhang Jun, even if Zhao Shen goes there in person, the Kingdom of Jin will not give you any face.
The second point is that although Shen Tang is indeed a newbie, when it comes to matters on the battlefield, even he can only admire Youjia. Others simply do not have Shen Tang's ability to do it.
Zhang Jun thought for a long time, then stood up and said, "Let's go see His Majesty.
However, let me talk about this matter.
If there is merit in the future, I will take it. If there is trouble in the future, I will naturally shoulder the responsibility.
However, I’m afraid it’s up to you how to do it specifically.”
Shen Tang didn't say any more, but bowed to the end and understood Zhang Jun's kindness!
Afterwards, the two people hurriedly left the house and headed towards the palace.
After Zhang Jun left, the early court broke up.
All the courtiers left, and Zhao Shen returned to the Hall of Renzheng.
Thinking about the war in Chengdu, his sister, and Zhang Jun's words, his mind was in chaos! He knew very well what the Song Dynasty's chances of winning this battle were, but now he had no other choice. .
"Your Majesty, Lord Zhang Jun and Lord Shen Tang are asking for an audience outside the palace!"
Wang Quan entered the hall and whispered to Zhao Shen.
Zhao Shen's eyes lit up, "Hurry up!"
Zhang Jun and his two men didn't wait long at the palace gate when they saw Wang Quan coming in a hurry.
"My two gentlemen, please come quickly. Your Majesty is waiting for you in the Hall of Renzheng."
Wang Quan spoke urgently, and then led the two people towards the direction of Renzheng Hall.
Not long after, several people filed into the hall.
Hall Shen and the other two bowed in salute, and Zhao Shen said, "My dear friends, there is no need to be polite! You two are here in a hurry, but do you have anything important to do?"
"Your Majesty, I suddenly have some ideas about the Chengdu Mansion. Therefore, I came with Shen Tang to report to Your Majesty."
"oh?
explain!"
Then, Zhang Jun first told Zhang Jun about the local tribes in Chengdu Prefecture, which may have secretly contacted the Tubo tribe.
"Snapped!"
After hearing Zhang Jun's story, Zhao Shen immediately became furious, "These damn bastards, have I treated them badly?
How much of the annual taxes is retained in Chengdu Prefecture?
Even the lower-level officials are recommended and appointed by the local tribes, so what else do they want to do?"
After a long while, Zhao Shen's anger subsided slightly, "Hey, Zhang Aiqing, why didn't you come here to bring me this news?"
This news only adds insult to injury and is not really good news.
Zhang Jun saluted and said, "Your Majesty, our Song Dynasty is now short of troops, food, grass, and weapons. Therefore, I propose that Shen Tang be sent as envoy to the Kingdom of Jin to borrow troops from the Kingdom of Jin! The Kingdom of Jin has strong military strength. Our Song Dynasty and the Kingdom of Jin Although they are enemy countries, as long as there are suitable interests, it may not be impossible for the two countries to temporarily unite.
As long as they lend us some troops and horses, plus our elite soldiers and generals from the Song Dynasty, by then, although the situation in Chengdu will be critical, it may not be impossible to win."
When Zhao Shen heard this statement, he was just as stunned as when Zhang Jun first heard it.
"This...why would the Kingdom of Jin lend us troops?"