Lin Zhao didn't know anything about Daiyu's sister-in-law Xing Xiyan.
As the commander of the Jinyi Guards, he was busy with endless things every day. Not only that, but also in Wenyuan Pavilion, he discussed national affairs with the emperor.
In the Wenyuan Pavilion were not only the emperor and Lin Zhao, but also the chief minister of the cabinet Zhang Tingyu, the second minister Tian Congdian, and the two big bosses of the Chinese Army Governor's Office, Wen Nantian and Qiu Zhongshan. In addition, the Ministry of Household Affairs and the Ministry of War were also present.
Wen Nantian reported in a deep voice: "Wang Tianlai, the governor of Hei Liao, underestimated the enemy. He thought that if the Jurchen tribes had many orders, they would inevitably be unable to look after each other, so he thought of annihilating one of them first to weaken the enemy's spirit. In the end, he fell into the trap of luring the enemy.
, not only were they attacked from three sides and suffered a huge defeat, but they also allowed the Yehenala tribe to take advantage of the situation and seize several military strongholds."
"Although the foundation of the Hei Liao army has not been damaged, it has finally allowed the various tribes to stand firm. The confrontation between the two sides will end. I don't know when it will end."
After hearing this, all the ministers shook their heads and sighed.
Emperor Xiaode's face was as sinking as water.
Wang Tianlai was Emperor Xiaode's confidant and replaced Hou Xiaokang as the governor of Hei Liao. He thought he could repay the monarch's trust and win several beautiful battles, but he didn't expect to be so careless.
You must know that when he was at war with the Fenxiang Kingdom in southern Xinjiang, he was known for being steady and thoughtful, otherwise the imperial court would not have specially transferred him to Heiliao to preside over the war.
As the saying goes, one move can affect the whole body. The war in southern Xinjiang is not going well. The imperial court's plan to concentrate on dealing with Eros naturally has to make corresponding adjustments and delays.
After all, everyone knows it.
In the early Ming Dynasty, Li Chengliang indulged Nurhaci, allowing him to unify the Jurchen tribes easily, and then there was the Battle of Sarhu, and China was almost destroyed at the hands of the Jurchens.
If Taizu Taizu of the Great Zhou Dynasty had not taken advantage of the situation, Chinese civilization would have been almost unprotected.
So let’s learn from the past.
Even though Hei Liao now has tens of millions of Han people, it still cannot underestimate the enemy of the Jurchen tribes who only have hundreds of thousands.
No matter what method is adopted, these people will definitely be killed.
"My lords, let's discuss this."
Emperor Xiaode said calmly.
Although the words were directed at "the ministers", his eyes were directed at Zhang Tingyu, the chief minister of the cabinet.
After all, matters related to major national policies require the cabinet to speak.
Zhang Tingyu pondered for a moment, then raised his hands and saluted: "Your Majesty, I believe that the Hei Liao War did not damage the foundation, so there is no need to send troops to support. After all, Wang Tianlai focuses on stability. Now that he has suffered a setback, he will surely become more stable. Your Majesty only needs to issue an order
, and asked him to stand ready and prepare for every step, so there won’t be any trouble in Hei Liao.”
Emperor Xiaode nodded and said: "Continue."
Zhang Tingyu continued: "But the Hei Liao tribes, especially the Yehenala tribe, are close to the northern border and have close contact with the Eros people who came from far away. Eros is also a big country in the world, with a vast territory and ambitious kings and ministers.
They have endless thirst for territory. On the one hand, they are confronting our army in the northwest, and on the other hand, they are secretly communicating with the Yehenala tribe in Heiliao. They clearly want me to not take care of both ends."
"However, under the command of Your Majesty, our country is so powerful that it cannot be shaken by a small generation. However, the Japanese pirates on the sea, the six countries in southern Xinjiang, and the large and small Jinchuan in Sichuan, Shu, and Jinchuan are all watching with eager eyes, and they have to send heavy troops to deter them. Therefore, I feel
, a two-pronged approach should be taken against Eros.”
"A two-pronged approach?" Emperor Xiaode was interested: "How about a two-pronged approach? Let's talk about it."
"Your Majesty!" Zhang Tingyu cupped his hands and said: "Back then, Emperor Taizong Li Shimin of the Tang Dynasty was at war with Mobei. On the one hand, he ordered Li Jing to fight head-on. On the other hand, he sent Honglu Qing Tang Jian and general An Xiuren to appease the Eastern Turks. So Li Jing took advantage of the situation to launch an attack, and finally
Capturing Jieli Khan alive and annihilating the Eastern Turks have achieved a feat that will never be easy!"
"What do you mean, on the one hand, you want Yue Qilin to continue attacking, and on the other hand, you send ministers to negotiate peace with him?" Emperor Xiaode asked.
"Exactly!" Zhang Tingyu replied, then took a step back and closed his eyes.
"So, who wants to be my Tang Jian and who wants to be my An Xiuren?" Emperor Xiaode glanced at everyone indifferently.
In fact, there is no need to ask at all.
Tian Congdian, the second assistant to the cabinet, stood up, bowed and saluted: "Your Majesty, I am willing to leave the country according to the order and have detailed discussions with Russia to confuse the enemy."
In fact, there is no need for others to compete with him for this position.
Zhang Tingyu has been the chief minister of the cabinet since the time of the Supreme Emperor, and it has been nearly ten years now. Even in the heyday of the Spring and Autumn Period, he is on the verge of becoming an official.
Although Tian Congdian is also a minister who governs the world, if he does not have enough achievements to take over the position of chief minister of the cabinet, he will never be convincing.
If he had the merits of going out of the fortress and border, fighting against the northern barbarians, and assisting the army in destroying the powerful enemies in the north, his achievements would be enough to succeed him as the chief minister of the cabinet. Neither other cabinet ministers nor the lieutenants of the central military governor's office would be able to shake his position.
Therefore, Zhang Tingyu's words fulfilled his intention.
"Okay! Tian Qing has great ambitions! I believe this trip will be a success." Emperor Xiaode patted the table gently and praised.
Tian Congdian bowed and said: "Your Majesty, I am willing to travel to the Western Regions, but I am a civil servant after all, and it is inevitable that I will not take care of myself well. Therefore, when I go to the Western Regions this time, I will inevitably find a young and strong deputy envoy to help.
I ask your Majesty to arrange for capable ministers to accompany you."
Emperor Xiaode nodded, looked at Lin Zhao, and said with a smile: "Lin Aiqing, are you willing to be my An Xiuren and assist Tian Aiqing on his mission to the Western Regions?"
As soon as these words came out, everyone in Wenyuan Pavilion moved.
Lin Zhao is the commander of the Jinyi Guards, so he should sit in the capital and serve as the emperor's sword handler.
But the emperor arranged for him to go to Guihua City some time ago, and now he is sending him to the northwest.
It seems that he is not ready to serve as the Imperial Guard.
From this perspective, it shows that Lin Ruhai is coming to Beijing to pay homage to the prime minister.
His Majesty attaches great importance to Lin Ruhai's talents.
At the same time, arrangements were made for Lin Zhao's next appointment.
It seems very likely that he held a military position and was assigned to a foreign post.
After hearing Emperor Xiaode's question, Lin Zhao immediately took a step forward, cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty, I will obey the holy orders and will go all out to assist Mr. Tian and deal with the Eros with all his strength."
"Well, okay, my dear friends, please make preparations as soon as possible!"
Emperor Xiaode's words set the benchmark for this matter.
So the topic moves on to the next topic...
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After leaving Wenyuan Pavilion, Lin Zhao took the initiative to find Tian Congdian and briefly discussed with him the route of the envoy and his basic attitude towards the Eros people.
In fact, to put it bluntly, it is simple, one is a bad guy and the other is a good guy.
And there is no need to think too much. As the deputy envoy, Lin Zhao must be responsible for showing a tough posture. Otherwise, why would Emperor Xiaode insist on choosing himself as the deputy envoy?
Isn’t it important to renovate the streets of Chang’an and calm down the signs of instability in the naturalized city of Khovd in a very short time?
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After Lin Zhao returned to the house, before he mentioned to Daiyu that he was about to travel far away, he saw that Daiyu happily gave the purse.
"Sister Bao is of the same temperament as Lan Xinhui. The purse and bag she sewn are really elegant and pure, and they really fit in with Sister Bao's character. Brother, you are really blessed."
Daiyu said happily.
Lin Zhao nodded, put the purse on his body with a smile.
After a trip to Xue Mansion, she not only established a good relationship with her future sister-in-law, but also met a new best friend, Bao Qin. Daiyu was naturally very happy. She told the story again and said: "If everything goes well, in a few days,
Aunt Xue would ask the old lady to be an ice man and arrange marriage for Miss Xing. She was talking about the third son of a local squire with whom the Xue family had an old friendship. His surname was Li. It was said that he had become a scholar and was a very romantic person. He must be very close to Miss Xing.
Matching...Brother, do you have something to say?"
Lin Zhao smiled faintly, reached out and touched Daiyu's hair, and sighed: "Brother is going on a business trip again. You have to take care of yourself during my absence."