The first thousand six hundred and twenty-three chapters are fighting for the deer (below)
After Wu Jie defeated the Tibetan coalition forces, he and the Zhennan Army led by Wu Lin marched from the north and south respectively. They were invincible along the way, especially Wu Jie's Zhenxi Army, which frightened the Tubo tribes. They either surrendered or went to
Withdraw to the west..23
Because Tubo is no longer a country and cannot be compared with Tubo in the Tang Dynasty. It is composed of many tribes. In the initial stage, they all hoped that the Zhenxi Army would help them eliminate their enemies. In the end, they themselves were not spared.
In just a few months, Wu Jie reached the end of the Hehuang area and recaptured a key city.
That is Jochang City.
In fact, during the war launched against Tubo during the Huizong period of the Song Dynasty, the Song army had already reached here and occupied it. However, because it was too far away and difficult to control, the Song army once retreated and lived in
The Qingtang and Qiang forces here infiltrated again and regained control here.
Wu Jie led the army here this time. After a small-scale battle, the opponent left the city and surrendered.
This city of Yuechang is also an important route of the Silk Road, but it is far less critical than Shule, because Shule is the gateway to the Western Regions, and both the northern and southern Silk Roads have to pass through it.
The reason why Yuechang City is key is that it is at the end of the Hehuang area and is bordered by the Gaochang Uyghurs, Tubos, and the Eastern Karakhanids. This is a very important fulcrum. It can be attacked when advancing and defended when retreating.
For this reason, Jie handed over the important task of annihilating the remaining Tubo tribes to Wu Lin.
This Wu Jie still has a strategic vision. Anyone who is a little short-sighted will definitely continue to conquer the Tubo tribes at this time, because the Tubo tribes are already meat on the chopping board. If they hit them accurately, this achievement is not small.
ah.
But Wu Jie didn't do that. He took a longer-term view.
That is the Western Region.
There is only a small piece of land left in Tubo now. To get it is just to travel a little more distance. It is no longer interesting.
The battlefield in the Western Region is very interesting, especially the Eastern Karakhan Dynasty, which has complex forces and huge interests. If we can seize this place, we can station our troops directly at the gate of the Western Region, and the Song Dynasty's horizons will suddenly become broader.
This contribution is no less than the recovery of Jiaozhi and Dali. Not to mention the distance, the Silk Road can explain everything.
Because you control this place, then Xixia still dares to use the Hexi Corridor to threaten the Song Dynasty? If I don't let people pass, your entire Hexi Corridor will be ruined, and the same will be true for the Jin Kingdom.
Wu Jie is very ambitious. If he doesn't fight, he will fight seven inches.
On top of the city.
Wu Jie looked at the treasure land in front of him again and again with his clairvoyance, and he had many thoughts in his mind.
But Zhuang Xiang on the side looked a little worried and said: "General, the situation of the Eastern Karahan Dynasty lies ahead, but this Eastern Karahan Dynasty has never had any problems with the Song Dynasty, and they are very friendly. Their country's
Merchants often come to our Song Dynasty to do business, so if we attack rashly, we will be in trouble!"
Wu Jie put down his clairvoyance and sighed: "I know. Otherwise, I would not stay here, but have you ever heard of the place name Shule?"
Zhuang Xiang nodded and said: "Of course I have heard of this. This city is the gateway of the Silk Road. If you want to go to the Western Regions, this is a must-pass route. What? Where does the general want to take it?"
Wu Jie felt itchy in his heart and said: "It would be a lie to say that I don't want such a treasured land. I don't have to destroy the Eastern Karakhan Dynasty, but this place is really important to me, the Song Dynasty. If I can seize this
This place can ensure that our trade route in the Song Dynasty will be worry-free.
And you have also heard that there has been a civil strife in the Eastern Karakhan Dynasty recently, and the fighting has been very fierce. This is a very good opportunity for us, and I don’t want to waste this opportunity just for the sake of an unknown division."
Zhuang Xiang actually knew in his heart that Wu Jie came here just for Shule. Seeing his eyes shining brightly, he knew that he could no longer hold it in anymore and said: "But general, the emperor only asked us to come here to conquer Tubo.
But we are not allowed to go to war against the Eastern Karakhanids. The Eastern Karakhanids are a Turkic dynasty, and their soldiers are also brave and good at fighting. They are not comparable to the Tibetan soldiers. In case of defeat, if the higher authorities investigate, the general may suffer.
Many people impeached."
Wu Jie said depressedly: "This is also what worries me the most. Even if Shule City is successfully captured, the war will definitely last for a long time. I don't know if the imperial court has any plans in this regard. But then again,
My army traveled a long distance to come here, and if they only captured a city called Yuechang, how could I explain to the people below that if I didn’t capture Shule, what would I be doing here?”
Zhuang Xiang also understood that the temptation of Shule was too great. Now that it was right in front of him, it was difficult for anyone to resist the temptation of Shule.
At this moment, Zhang Xian suddenly walked over, clasped his fists and said, "General, there is a letter from the spies ahead."
Wu Jie snorted and said, "Has anyone come back to inquire about the news?"
Zhang Xian nodded and said: "The situation may be more complicated than we imagined. The Great Khan of the Eastern Karakhan Dynasty asked Yelu Dashi to come for assistance due to civil strife. It is said that Yelu Dashi has already arrived here."
"Yelü Dashi?"
Wu Jie frowned, with a worried look on his face.
Zhang Xian added: "That's not all. News just came that the Gaochang Uighurs have surrendered to the Jin Kingdom."
"What?"
Wu Jie was shocked and said: "This---so fast?"
Zhang Xian hummed and said: "There was no war between the two sides. As soon as Wanyan Zongwang's army arrived, the Gaochang Uighurs surrendered."
Zhuang Xiang said: "If the Gaochang Uighurs return to the Jin Kingdom, then the Jin army will directly threaten our Hehuang area, and Yuechang City will bear the brunt."
Wu Jie said: "Is there any movement of the Jin army?"
Zhang Xian shook his head and said: "The Jin Army has just settled in Gaochang Uighurs. It is still unknown where they will attack next?"
Wu Jie pondered for a moment and said: "The Jin army stationed the Uighurs in Gaochang. Although they can send troops from the southeast and northwest, I thought they would either attack Xixia or go to Yelu Dashi. They should not use troops against our Song Dynasty now.
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As he spoke, he turned to Zhuang Xiang and said, "Mr. Zhuang, where do you think the Jin Army will go next?"
Zhuang Xiang pondered for a long time and said: "I also agree with the general's words. As for whether to attack Yelu Dashi or Xixia, I thought that if Yelu Dashi was in Mobei, they might attack Xixia, but Yelu Dashi came to such a key place.
.If the Yelu Dashi occupies this area, it will also pose a very big threat to the Jin Kingdom. The Yelu Dashi will definitely not make things easier for the Jin Kingdom. Xixia can get it at any time, and Xixia's strength has been fixed, and it is difficult to expose it to the outside world.
It has expanded, but Yelu Dashi is different. Now Yelu Dashi's power is still very small. Once he is allowed to grow, it will definitely be a serious problem for the Jin Kingdom."
Wu Jie nodded and said: "You are right. If Wanyan Zongwang knew the value of Shule, he would definitely raise troops to get it, and he could also come under the guise of capturing Yelu Dashi."
Zhuang Xiang hurriedly said: "General, we can still tolerate Yelu Dashi's capture of Shule, but we must not let the Jin Kingdom capture this place. Otherwise, we will be greatly constrained, and they can cut off our trade routes at any time.
.As a result, the role of the Hehuang area will be greatly reduced."
When Wu Jie heard this, he immediately decided: "Zhang Xian, you go down immediately to gather troops and horses. Send troops to Shule immediately."
"Wait a minute."
Zhuang Xiang hurriedly stopped him and said: "General, although this matter cannot be delayed, the Kingdom of Jin has stepped in. Things will become very complicated. I think the general should send a letter to the capital as soon as possible and wait for the emperor to make a decision. Now
The roads in the Hehuang area are smooth. If we expedite 800 miles, we can go back and forth in half a month, and we can march while waiting for a reply from the capital."
Wu Jie also felt that it made sense. After all, he was just a warrior, and there were many political issues involved. He didn't know whether Yelu Dashi was an enemy or a friend, so he nodded and said: "Okay, just press
Do what Mr. Zhuang says."
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The letter was sent out on the same day, and on the next day, Wu Jie organized his troops and horses and left Yuechang City, heading straight for Shule, the pass. However, when he was about to enter the territory of the Eastern Karakhan Dynasty, a letter
Letters fell from the sky.
This letter came somewhat suddenly, and it was sent from Shule City.
"General, who sent this letter?"
Seeing Wu Jie frowning, Zhuang Xiang felt an ominous premonition in his heart.
Wu Jie handed the letter over and said, "This is a letter written by Yelu Dashi."
"ah?"
Zhuang Xiang was stunned for a moment and said, "Did Yelu Dashi occupy Shule City?"
Wu Jie nodded and said: "Not only that, he also told me that the Jin Army has set out from the Beiting Mansion of the Gaochang Uighurs, and the target is also here. It can arrive here in one and a half months at the fastest."
Zhuang Xiang's hand trembled slightly when he heard it, and he quickly picked up the letter and read it. It turned out that Yelu Dashi's letter was mainly to express his goodwill to the Song Dynasty. He said that he had always had many secret contacts with the Song Dynasty and hoped that the Song army would not attack him.
But to help him fight against the Jin army.
This is also reasonable. Yelu Dashi has just occupied this place, and the forces have not yet been integrated. How can he withstand the attack of the Song Dynasty and the Jin Kingdom, so he must unite one of them to fight against the other. The Jin Kingdom will definitely not spare him, so
He could only unite with the Song Dynasty.
After Zhuang Xiang read it, he immediately asked Wu Jie who was thinking: "General, what should we do now?"
Wu Jie was startled and asked instead: "Do you think we can capture Shule City in one and a half months?"
Zhuang Xiang shook his head and said: "I think it's difficult. This Yelu Dashi is also a very capable general. He can occupy this place so quickly. It is obvious that even if he takes it, we will probably suffer heavy losses."
Wu Jie said: "Then when the Jin army arrives, they will reap the benefits. If there is no Jin army, we can still fight. But now we must not fight this battle. Otherwise, our army will be buried here.
Instead, the Jin Army got a big advantage."
"The general is right. This battle must not be fought." Zhuang Xiang nodded and asked: "Then shall we help Yelu Dashi resist the Jin army?"
Wu Jie said: "This is also where I am in trouble. The Kingdom of Jin is also our ally now. Without the emperor's order, how could I dare to help an outsider conflict with the Jin army? We cannot bear this responsibility. Let's do this. The army will return to Yuechang City for the time being, and then send an urgent letter to the capital to explain the situation here. Everything is still waiting for the emperor's decision."
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