Feng Yi looked at Ji Zun gratefully. Ji Zun offered to let him repel the Kaixiao army that invaded Sanfu. This was actually giving him a chance to make up for his mistakes.
He indeed bears unshirkable responsibility for the defeat in the Battle of Hanyang. His Majesty is resentful of him, so how can the soldiers of the capital army not be resentful of him?
In this battle, more than 40,000 capital troops were lost in Hanyang. How could the surviving soldiers not blame him? Defeating the enemy troops who captured Qian County would also greatly reduce the dissatisfaction among the soldiers.
Liu Xiu looked at Ji Zun, then at Feng Yi, pondered for a moment, and said: "Zhengxi (Feng Yi) is the main leader, and Zhenglu (Ji Zun) is the auxiliary. Within a month, the enemy must be driven back to Hanyang and recaptured."
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"I obey!" Feng Yi and Ji Zun both bowed and saluted.
Liu Xiu glanced at the two of them again, waved his hand and said, "Step back!"
"Wei Chen, please leave!" Feng Yi and Ji Zun bowed, took two steps back, then turned around and walked out of the hall.
When he got outside, Feng Yi couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief. At the same time, he raised his sleeves and wiped the sweat from his forehead. When Ji Zun came over, he bowed his hands and saluted, and said seriously: "This time, thank you Di Sun for interceding for me!"
Ji Zun smiled at Feng Yi, returned the courtesy, and said: "Gongsun's words are serious. I can't say that I was begging for mercy just now. I was just discussing the matter."
He sighed softly and continued: "Now the capital army led by His Majesty is full of wounded soldiers and has low morale. It is not suitable to fight anymore. If we want to repel the invading enemy, we must mainly rely on the Western Army!"
After a pause, he looked at Feng Yi and said: "Your Majesty experienced the defeat of Hanyang and did not punish Gongsun. He only allowed Gongsun to lead the troops to attack the invading enemy. This is already extremely merciful."
The Western Expeditionary Army did not return the same way, but instead invaded Bingzhou and captured the three counties of Beidi, Anding and Shangjun in one go. It is difficult to say whether Feng Yi had merit or demerit.
To the imperial court, the conquering of three counties by the Western Expeditionary Army must have been a great achievement, but as far as His Majesty is concerned, it is true that the Western Expeditionary Army failed to arrive in Hanyang in time.
In fact, Ji Zun also wanted to ask Feng Yi, what was he thinking at that time, why did he suddenly lead his troops into Bingzhou? You have solved the crisis of Daijun, can't you just go back the way you came? That's it.
No more problems like these!
Seeing the doubt on Ji Zun's face, Feng Yi said meaningfully: "If our army had not entered Bingzhou at that time, had not wiped out the main force of the enemy's army, and had not given Lu Fang a heavy blow and deterrence, as long as our troops had withdrawn from Dai County, we would have used
It won't be long before the enemy forces will come back and invade Dai County again."
Ji Zun listened carefully and nodded while listening, feeling that what Feng Yi said was not unreasonable. Feng Yi continued: "At that time, Di Sun was not in Dai County and did not see the tragic situation in Dai County. Lu Fangjun joined forces with the Huns and Wuhuan
They invaded Daijun together and killed, burned, looted, and committed all kinds of evil in all parts of Daijun. The people suffered and corpses were everywhere. If Disun had been there at that time, I believe that Disun would have made the same choice as me."
He didn't expect that Daijun would be so miserable. Ji Zun frowned and asked, "Why didn't Gongsun tell His Majesty this in the hall just now?"
Feng Yi shook his head with a wry smile and said: "Since your Majesty started the army, he has been stumbling and falling into desperate situations many times, but in the end he was able to turn the danger into safety. Especially on the battlefield, he has indeed achieved victory in every battle and victory in every attack. His Majesty's heart is very deep.
Proud. This defeat has made His Majesty feel angry. Your Majesty does not want to explore whether what I did was right or wrong. The more I spoke, the more mistakes I made. It would be better to admit my mistake directly."
Ji Zun looked deeply at Feng Yi and said quietly: "But if this happens, the fire in Your Majesty's heart will not be released even if you want to. Gongsun, aren't you deliberately making Your Majesty hold back the discomfort?"
Feng Yi said: "It is better for your Majesty to feel uncomfortable than to chill the soldiers."
After a pause, he said: "One hundred thousand soldiers of the Western Expeditionary Army first conquered Dai County, then Bingzhou, Liangzhou, defeated Lu Fang, defeated the Xiongnu, and Wuhuan, and conquered the three counties. If we still need to be punished for doing this, wouldn't it mean that the soldiers should be punished?
Are you feeling cold?"
Ji Zun had nothing to say. To the generals, Feng Yi was a good commander, but to His Majesty, he was not necessarily a good minister.
Feng Yi smiled at Ji Zun and comforted him: "Don't worry, Di Sun. I know your Majesty. Your Majesty's mind is far broader than yours or mine. The anger you are holding in your heart will naturally dissipate in a few days."
The Western Expedition Army and the Capital Army arrived in Chang'an and rested for only one day. The next day, Feng Yihe Ji followed Liu Xiu's orders and led the Han army westward, heading straight to Qian County to meet the invading Wei Xiao army.
Even though Wang Yuan was very good at beating Liu Xiu, against Feng Yi, Wang Yuan didn't have much confidence.
Wang Yuan divided the 100,000 troops under his command into three parts, with 60,000 as the main force remaining to guard Qicheng, 20,000 soldiers stationed in the north of Qicheng, and the other 20,000 soldiers stationed in the south of Qicheng.
His plan was that if the Western Expeditionary Army came directly to attack Qicheng, his main force of 60,000 people could withstand the Western Expeditionary Army in the city, and the two armies from the north and the south could form a pincer attack on the Western Expeditionary Army, threatening both wings of the Western Expeditionary Army.
After the Han army led by Feng Yi arrived in Qian County, they paid no attention to the two enemy armies stationed outside Qicheng. The main force of the Han army immediately launched a fierce attack on Qicheng.
The two Kaixiao armies stationed in the north and south of Qicheng then marched towards the two wings of the Western Expeditionary Army.
Feng Yi was well prepared for this. He immediately sent Ji Zun to lead 20,000 troops from the capital to attack the enemies in the north. He also ordered Han Xin to lead 20,000 troops from the west to attack the enemies in the south, and then ordered Geng.
Shu, led Youzhou's sudden cavalry to attack and harass the enemy's rear.
The two troops arranged by Wang Yuan outside Micheng were severely defeated by the three Han armies of Ji Zun, Han Xin, and Geng Shu. The two troops retreated from the north and south cities of Micheng into the city respectively.
The Han army then carried out a cover-up, and when all of Kui Xiao's troops retreated to Qicheng, the Han army led by Ji Zun stormed the north city of Qicheng, and the Han army led by Han Xin stormed the west city of Qicheng. The Han army formed a three-sided siege of Qicheng.
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The Han army's offensive was too fierce, which chilled Wang Yuan's heart and did not dare to continue to defend Micheng.
After all, there are still tens of thousands of Han troops in Chang'an. If this Han army comes again, the Han army will form an encirclement on Micheng, and we will not be able to escape even if we want to.
After some consideration, Wang Yuan decisively ordered the entire army to evacuate from the west of the city and return to Hanyang.
The Kaixiao army led by Wang Yuan did not put up much resistance in Qiancheng, so they all evacuated Qiancheng. The Han army led by Feng Yi then pursued. The Kuaixiao army retreated again and again, and finally all retreated.
Auxiliary, the tortoise retreated to Hanyang.
In his battle in Hanyang, Wang Yuan's tactics were appropriate and his troops were like a god. He was really deceitful and elegant, and made people unable to guard against it. However, it seems that all Wang Yuan's military talents were used on Liu Xiu.
When it came to the Battle of Qixian, Wang Yuan showed no military genius in front of Feng Yi's Western Expeditionary Army. As soon as the two sides came into contact, he led his army to retreat.
In this battle, the Western Expeditionary Army surged forward, while the Kaixiao Army retreated. The battle between the two sides did not reach the point of bloodshed, and soon ended with the complete retreat of the Kaixiao Army.
Weixiao's army withdrew from Sanfu and stationed the Western Army in Qian County. Soon, the emperor's edict of commendation was transmitted to the Han army's camp.
Not only the generals of the Western Army received commendations, but also the ordinary soldiers below received rewards. Those with high military merits could receive hundreds of coins, and those with low military merits could also receive hundreds of coins.
Naturally, such a generous reward to the entire army was not because of the small battle of Qixian. This reward was actually a reward for the Western Expeditionary Army's Battle of Daijun, Battle of Bingzhou, and Conquest of Three Counties.
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Although His Majesty's reward came a little late, the entire army was still very happy. Everyone in the battalion was smiling and their morale was high.
Not long after, 50,000 Han troops led by Wu Han also arrived in Sanfu.
Now, there are as many as 200,000 Han troops stationed in the Sanfu area. The current situation has become very clear. Liu Xiu has made up his mind to completely eliminate the Weixiao forces.
Facing the menacing Han army, Wei Xiao was afraid and asked Gongsun Shu of Shu for help.
At present, a considerable part of Gongsun Shu's troops are in Nanjun, fighting against Cen Peng. However, the battle is very difficult, with no progress and numerous casualties.
In response to Wei Xiao's request for help, Gongsun Shu promised to provide assistance. At the same time, Gongsun Shu ordered all his own soldiers fighting in Nanjun to retreat to Shu.
At this point, the three forces of Liu Xiu, Wei Xiao, and Gongsun Shu entered a period of relative peace.
The biggest problem facing the Han army now is the lack of food and grass. If we attack Liangzhou now, it will be good to end the war in a short time. If the war drags on for a long time, the Han army will face the dilemma of having no food to eat.
Chang'an, Weiyang Palace.
Liu Xiu and the generals gathered together. Liu Xiu frowned and said: "Now our army's food and grass supply has become increasingly scarce. It is not a wise move to send troops to Hanyang again. What do you think?"
Wu Han said: "Your Majesty, as long as Sikong can transport another 200,000 shi of grain to Sanfu, our army can attack Hanyang!"
Ji Zun shook his head and said: "Mr. Wu, before our army sent out troops, Sikong had repeatedly warned that the treasury was empty!"
Wu Han said disapprovingly: "I think Sikong still has a way to collect enough food."
Song Hong always said in the past that the treasury was empty, but when they went on an expedition, didn't they still have enough food and grass?
Ji Zun smiled bitterly and said, "I'm afraid, Sikong really can't produce another 200,000 shi of grain now."
When an army of 200,000 people crusade against Kaixiao, 200,000 shi of grain is the most basic guarantee of food and grass. Without 200,000 shi of grain, the battle cannot be fought at all.
Liu Xiu said: "Two days ago, I sent a letter to Sikong. Sikong said that the current amount of food in the treasury is less than 50,000 shi." How easy is it to get 200,000 shi of food?!
Wu Han muttered in a low voice: "Maybe Sikong is crying about poverty again."
Hearing this, Liu Xiu glared at Wu Han with dissatisfaction. This major military matter was related to the life and death of 200,000 soldiers. How could Song Hong dare to lie about it?
Feng Yi cupped his hands and said: "Your Majesty, there is insufficient food and grass, so we cannot easily send troops. I think we should wait until the food is harvested in the autumn before sending troops to Hanyang!"
Liu Xiu was silent for a moment. Ji Zun said, "Your Majesty!"
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"Your Majesty, I believe that our army is now serving as the Third Assistant's garrison."
Seeing Liu Xiu looking at him intently, Ji Zun continued: "Da Sima can lead his troops to farm in Chang'an, Gongsun Ke can lead the Western Army to farm in Qixian, and my troops can farm in Qixian."
There is a ready-made farming area in Chang'an. The Western Expedition Army has always been farming near Chang'an.
Qixian County is located to the north of Chang'an, adjacent to Anding County, and is also along the Jing River. It has rich water resources and fertile land, which is suitable for farming. Qixian County is on the Wei River and is also suitable for farming.
Liu Xiu thought for a while and asked: "Ziyan, Gongsun, Bozhao, what do you think?"
Wu Han, Feng Yi, and Geng Yan looked at each other, bowed to Liu Xiu, and said, "I second the proposal." Even if Wu Han was warlike, he could not let the soldiers go to war hungry and without food.
Everything is empty talk and delusion.
Seeing that the three of them supported the farming, Liu Xiu nodded and said, "Okay, as Di Sun said, you will be stationed in Qian County, and the Western Army will be stationed in Qixian. Da Sima will lead the capital army, and go to Beijing."
