The first thousand six hundred and ninety-ninth chapters of the alliance strategy of the Tang nation
For thousands of years, no matter who was in charge in the past dynasties, they always adopted indirect control methods to control the surrounding foreign races, even if they captured them. They had no power to implement vertical management or direct management of the territory and people under their jurisdiction. It must be ruled indirectly through the chieftain, chieftain, clan chief, and leader of the tribe.
Taxes must be paid through them in the form of tribute, and the people must be managed indirectly through them. When it is necessary to fight foreign enemies, troops must be recruited and used through them.
This also determines the limitations of the supreme ruler's power and the instability of the regime.
Although the Da'an Kingdom founded by Wang Junlin still did not transcend the category of feudal dynasty, it must have a unified household management system, a national service system, a formal taxation system, and a judicial system, and it must also establish a system based on these basic goals. It was a more advanced and democratic feudal regime than the Sui Dynasty and even all previous feudal dynasties.
However, if we want to implement these systems and establish such a country, the twists and turns are full of many unknowns and difficulties.
Because this process will directly weaken the power and vested interests of the tribal leaders, chieftains, and clan chiefs.
Therefore, if Wang Junlin wants to forcibly and completely change the living habits of the Nanzhao people, and bring them into the rule like the Han people, it will definitely affect the interests of the Nanzhao clan leaders, clan chiefs and other upper-class people, resulting in A huge rebound.
Except for letting Yuchi Jingde go on a killing spree at the beginning, Wang Junlin did not intend to enforce these systems by force, because he knew that if he did so, even if he pushed them away, there would be hidden dangers later.
Moreover, it is good that the Da'an Kingdom has always maintained a strong position. After a few years, the descendants of the descendants fail to live up to expectations, the country weakens, or the country is in turmoil, and wars with foreign enemies occur. The Nanzhao people will inevitably cause trouble and even resist constantly.
If an enemy like Li Shimin were to send someone here to cause trouble again, they would definitely hit it off with the Nanzhao people and get it right.
Therefore, he first wanted the Nanzhao people to vigorously develop farming and turn them all into farmers.
Then develop industry and commerce, prosper the economy, and at the same time change the land and return it to the local people, promote the mixed living and intermarriage between the Han and Nanzhao people, and ultimately promote the complete integration between the Nanzhao and Han people.
But even so, I am afraid that the resistance from the top leaders of the Nanzhao clan will still be considerable, and things that are done in secret and against the will are bound to happen.
Therefore, Wang Junlin specifically asked Yuchi Jingde to kill the six tribes of Nanzhao first, and then kill them first to serve as a deterrent to others.
Such careful planning and arrangements had already destined Xiao Yu to find it difficult to get things done, and even if he came here in vain, he might end up here.
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Yangzhou.
The Imperial Study Room in the Imperial Palace of Da'an Kingdom is located next to the Dazheng Hall. The space does not appear to be very large. On the left hand side, there is a large row of offset wooden shelves that are as tall as a person, and the shelves are all filled with books.
Wang Junlin did not wear a dragon robe at this time, but changed into a very comfortable white casual shirt with a jade belt tied around his waist, which looked quite casual.
He was leaning on the low couch, reaching out to place the tea bowl on the table. He waved casually, and a waiter quickly brought a few round stools with brocade surfaces into the room.
Du Ruhui, Fang Xuanling, Liu Ziming, Wei Zheng, Li Jing, Shen Guoer, Pei Shiju, Yu Shiji and other six ministers and senior ministers bowed down to express their gratitude, and then sat down naturally.
His Majesty the Emperor is relatively easy-going in informal situations, and does not like his ministers to stand when convening important ministers for discussion. Everyone has long been accustomed to this. Wei Zheng also tried to remonstrate with him at the beginning, but Wang Junlin ignored him, and Wei Zheng could only talk to the others. The same thing——he can’t sit while others sit, he should stand!
For this kind of small-scale important meeting, Du Ruhui and Fang Xuanling must be present, while the others followed Wang Junlin's wishes. Anyone summoned by Wang Junlin would attend.
But there were quite a lot of people today.
Because, today, there is still one year left before the three-year agreement with Li Shimin.
There is not much time left, Wang Junlin wants to officially start preparations for war against the Tang Dynasty.
"Where is Xiao Yu now?" Wang Junlin first looked at Shen Guoer and asked with a curious smile.
Although Xiao Yu is not as famous as Du Ruhui, Fang Xuanling, Li Jing, and Wei Zheng in the original history, he can be listed among the twenty-four heroes of Lingyan Pavilion, or even ranked in front. How can he be an ordinary person? Before this In fact, Wang Junlin had always wanted to get the person in the bowl.
Therefore, as early as seven or eight years ago, Xiao Yu was surrounded by someone from the Far East Army's Military Intelligence Bureau. However, this guy had been following Li Yuan and was quite loyal to the Li family. The people sent by Wang Junlin never had a chance. Instigate them to rebel.
And Xiao Yu was sent by Li Shimin to Nanzhao County to do things. Although this process was extremely secretive, there was even another Xiao Yu in Chang'an City who went to court in Tang Dynasty every day. The appearance of Xiao Yu who went to Nanzhao Six Towns There have been some changes.
But because someone had been keeping an eye on Xiao Yu from the very beginning, the latter was immediately discovered by people from the Da'an National Security Bureau.
At that time, the news was reported to Shen Guoer. Because of Xiao Yu's special nature, he immediately reported it to Wang Junlin.
Wang Junlin once told him that no matter how much time has passed, if there is any change among the people he named, they must report it directly to Wang Junlin. At that time, Du Ruhui, Li Jing, Wei Zheng and others actually came to Wang Junlin's bowl in this way. Come.
Shen Guoer immediately said: "Your Majesty, Xiao Yu arrived at the Sixth Town of Nanzhao three days ago. Counting that, he arrived on the same day as the six chief officials sent by the imperial court to the Sixth Town."
After a pause, Shen Guoer asked for instructions: "Your Majesty, the people in the Sixth Town are undecided. If Xiao Yu goes to the Sixth Town and something goes wrong, should we arrest him and send him directly to Yangzhou?"
Wang Junlin smiled and shook his head, saying: "There is no need to arrest him, and we have to help him accomplish something."
Shen Guoer and others were startled for a moment, and Wei Zheng asked directly: "Your Majesty, do you want to help Xiao Yu succeed?"
However, after Li Jing, Du Ruhui, Fang Xuanling, and Shen Guoer pondered for a while, they understood what Wang Junlin meant, and their faces showed smiles like a cat playing with a mouse.
"That's right," Wang Junlin nodded, "It's to help Xiao Yu succeed."
Wang Junlin then ordered: "Guo'er, you personally arrange it, cooperate with Luo Cheng, select capable people from the Nanzhao tribe, create or find suitable opportunities, let them come into contact with Xiao Yu, and be won over by Xiao Yu, and then Then help Xiao Yu find a hidden base behind enemy lines in Nanzhao County, and try to help Xiao Yu pull out a team of tens of thousands of people before we start a full-scale war with the Tang State."
With a smile on her face, Shen Guoer nodded and said, "Don't worry, Your Majesty, Guoer knows what to do."
Wang Junlin hesitated for a moment, then reminded: "Xiao Yu is not an ordinary person. If this process is discovered and noticed by him, you should report it to me as soon as possible."
Shen Guoer wrote down some things in the small notebook she held, and stepped aside with a promise.
Wang Junlin then glanced at everyone. A chamberlain next to him immediately walked to the wall on one side, reached out and pulled a string, and a huge map slid down and hung in front of everyone.
"My dear friends, please take a look. This is our map of Da'an and Tang. The highlights are some key points on the border with Tang and the roads that can be marched."
Wang Junlin turned around and said in a loud voice: "Since the founding of the country, I have promoted industry and commerce, strengthened agriculture and animal husbandry, emphasized culture and education, trained troops and horses, recuperated and accumulated strength. The purpose is to bring the Tang state under the rule of our Da'an state in the shortest possible time. The people of Guanzhong and Luoyang also live a peaceful and prosperous life."
"Li Shimin is naturally unwilling. Moreover, in the past two years, the military and national strength of the Tang State have also increased greatly. The most important thing is that the National Security Bureau has received accurate information, and the Tang State has also been able to produce gunpowder weapons. Therefore, attacking the Tang State will be our first step in many years. We must be fully prepared for the most difficult battle."
The ministers of Da'an Kingdom listened to Wang Junlin's words and looked at the ancient Longxing land surrounded by Da'an Kingdom on the map. Their expressions were a little solemn, but their hearts were already boiling. Only by conquering these places, Da'an could win. It was Anguo who truly unified the world, and it was not in vain that they became the founding heroes of such an empire.
Du Ruhui was the first to regain his composure and said: "Your Majesty means that as soon as the three-year agreement is up, he will immediately attack the Tang Dynasty?"
Wang Junlin nodded slightly and said, "Yes, that's exactly what I mean."
Liu Ziming hesitated for a moment and said: "Your Majesty, I think it will not be time to send troops to the Tang Dynasty in one year. At least we are not fully prepared financially. Moreover, it has been less than two years since the war between us and the Liang Kingdom ended."
Wang Junlin shook his head and said: "What Liu Aiqing said is true. Since the founding of the country, we have spent too much money on people's livelihood and civil affairs, and our finances are not as sufficient as before. However, if we consider that the Tang Dynasty has been able to produce gunpowder weapons, we will Can’t wait any longer.”
Li Jing immediately said solemnly: "What your Majesty said is absolutely true. It is indeed better to attack the Tang Dynasty sooner rather than later. On the one hand, the Tang Dynasty can produce gunpowder weapons. Li Shimin is a man of great talent and strategy, and he is good at utilizing talents. He has many capable ministers and generals under his command. It is also very popular among the people in the Tang Dynasty. However, I believe that the number of troops sent to the Tang Dynasty cannot exceed six legions and 300,000. Otherwise, our domestic food supply in Da'an may be somewhat difficult."
Liu Ziming wanted to say something else, but finally hesitated. He was currently calculating the cost of food, grass, money, etc. if he sent troops to attack the Tang Dynasty. But he also knew that what Li Jing said made sense, and his majesty's decision was not wrong. Attacking the Tang Dynasty was indeed the best choice for the country. The sooner the better.
Wang Junlin nodded to Li Jing, glanced at everyone, and said: "Li Jing is right. Let's set up six legions to attack the Tang Dynasty!"
After a pause, Wang Junlin stared at Li Jing and said solemnly: "Li Jing, I intend to let you be the head coach of the Tang Dynasty this time. Are you confident that you can do it?"
Li Jing was shocked, stood up, bowed to Wang Junlin, and said respectfully: "I thank your Majesty for your trust. I am confident that I can take up the position of coach."
Wang Junlin was very satisfied with Li Jing's confidence and reaction. He nodded slightly, signaled Li Jing to excuse himself, and said: "I want to attack the Tang Dynasty in three groups at the same time. In addition to you personally leading the army, Xu Shiji and Qin Qiong will each lead the army."
Centaur, what do you think?"
Li Jing said respectfully: "Your Majesty is wise. I suggest that General Xu Shiji command the Wagang Army and Shangguan Hu's Western Army with 100,000 men to attack from the Chencang area. General Qin Qiong leads the Tornado Army and the Taiyuan Army with 100,000 people to attack from the Tongguan area.
And I personally led the Tiger Legion and the Iron Spear Legion with 100,000 men to attack Luoyang from the Central Plains."
Wang Junlin looked appreciative and said with a smile: "Ai Qing's idea coincides with mine, so according to this plan, the Military Department and the Ministry of War began to make preparations. The date of expiration of the agreement between the two countries will be one year later.
The day when our country, Da'an, sent troops to the Tang Dynasty."
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Another half year has passed, and spring is in full bloom. There are colorful fallen flowers in the flower forest. Some flowers are in full bloom, while others are gradually withering.
Tang Dynasty, Chang'an City, Imperial Palace.
Li Shimin walked in the imperial garden, stepping on the red dust.
There are a few pear trees on the edge of the Imperial Garden, which are like caged gauze crowns, covered in white, with pear blossoms falling down all over the trees, as graceful as snow.
Li Shimin stood melancholy under the flower tree, facing the beautiful scenery of the garden, but his face was heavy and solemn.
As the three-year agreement with Wang Junlin continued to come, when he thought about Da'an's strong military and national power, especially his repeated defeats to Wang Junlin over the years, he had some vague feelings towards Wang Junlin.
Therefore, although Li Shimin always looked confident and confident in front of his ministers and subordinates, he was still under great pressure in his heart.
This was not only because of the pressure from Da'an's army and Wang Junlin, but also because he was charged with killing his brother, brother and father for the sake of the throne.
Although Li Shimin has a strong inner pervert, to be honest, in the past two years or so, he has sometimes had nightmares and felt guilty. However, if he were given a choice again, he would still mutiny and rebel.
At this time, Li Changfeng, the chief of the Dark Eagle Guard of Tang State's intelligence department who had been summoned by Li Shimin before, arrived. Before Li Changfeng finished his salute, Li Shimin waved and asked: "Li Changfeng, last time you said that Da'an Kingdom has begun preparing to send troops to attack in recent days.
I, Datang, what is the situation now, has this matter been determined?"
Li Changfeng said quickly: "Your Majesty, I am about to report this matter to Your Majesty. According to the analysis of various information collected by our spies, it has been basically determined that the Da'an Kingdom will send troops to attack the Tang Dynasty after the three-year agreement ends.
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Li Shimin nodded, seemingly not too surprised by this, and said: "As the saying goes, knowing yourself and the enemy means you can fight a hundred battles without danger. You must deploy capable people and do your best to find out the deployment situation of Da'an's army, so as to prepare for the big war in a year's time."
Li Changfeng said quickly: "Wei Chen understands."
Li Shimin asked again: "What else has Da'an Kingdom done recently?"
Li Changfeng thought for a moment and then said: "Reporting to Your Majesty, Da'an Kingdom has done a major event recently. Wang Junlin established a military honors system in the army."
Li Shimin said with emotion: "Wang Junlin always does some unexpected things, and most of them are good things."
"What your Majesty said is absolutely true." Li Changfeng quickly and respectfully agreed.
Li Shimin then asked: "What will the reform of Da'an's national military honors system look like?"
When Li Changfeng heard this, sweat suddenly appeared on his forehead. He prostrated himself deeply and said in fear: "I have neglected my duty. I haven't found out these information yet."
Li Shimin suddenly frowned. It was not that he didn't know that Li Changfeng was mediocre in his work and lacked ability. He was not the best candidate to be the leader of the Dark Eagle Guard. However, he also knew how important an espionage and killer organization like the Dark Eagle Guard was.
Once it becomes a privileged institution controlled by someone, it can turn everything upside down, and even play with the emperor and prime ministers above him.
Therefore, we must not only give full play to its role, but also try to avoid it gradually becoming a personal tool of a powerful person during the development process. After comprehensive consideration, Li Shimin chose Li Changfeng, a relative of the Li family who was absolutely trustworthy.
Li Shimin sighed secretly in his heart, looked at Li Changfeng and said: "Use your brain more when doing things and inquire about the news of Da'an. It is not that I ask you to inquire about anything. You must take the initiative to do some things."
Li Changfeng said with a face of embarrassment: "I will remember your Majesty's instructions carefully and we will make arrangements after we get down."
Li Shimin sighed secretly again and ordered: "Send capable people to pay attention to all the movements of the Da'an court and report to me in time. Okay, go down and do your work!"
Li Changfeng respectfully resigned. After Li Shimin thought for a while, he shouted to the servants on his left and right: "Come here, summon the Imperial Master to come see me."
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The National Preceptor of the Tang Kingdom was actually No. 1. To be precise, No. 1 was a puppet made from the Sword God.
After No. 1 faked his death again on Snake Island, the Sword God puppet here came to life and went to find Li Shimin. The two talked secretly for a whole day, and the next day Li Shimin named No. 1 the national preceptor.
In the past two years, No. 1 has done a lot of things for Li Shimin, which also gave Li Shimin more confidence when facing the Da'an Kingdom. Among them, what made Li Shimin especially happy was the mysterious weapons and equipment base that can produce gunpowder weapons.
Puppet No. 1, who was still wearing an iron mask, soon arrived at the palace. Li Shimin waved his hand and retreated as he did when the two met before.
Li Shimin first told the news that Da'an Kingdom was preparing to send troops to attack. After Puppet No. 1 nodded to express his understanding, he said: "National Master, in your opinion, how can we defeat Da'an Kingdom's army?"
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Puppet No. 1 said in a hoarse voice: "Your Majesty, the combat strength of our army is still lagging behind that of Da'an. However, Da'an has handsome men like Li Jing, Xu Shiji, Qin Qiong, and invincible generals such as Li Xuanba and Luo Shixin.
The possibility of winning in a field battle or by clever tactics is too slim."
"So, only by finding foreign allies can we win."
When Li Shimin heard Puppet No. 1 talking about Li Xuanba, a flash of unforgettable hatred flashed in his eyes, and he said, "What does the National Master mean by forming an alliance with other countries to deal with Da'an?"
Puppet No. 1 nodded and said: "Yes, someone once said, 'The enemy of our enemy is an ally.'
, Nanzhao and Nanyue people in the south, and Goguryeo in the east formed allies. As long as they believe that Wang Junlin is determined in the whole world, he will talk about them when he destroys our Tang country, and then when Da'an attacks our Tang country,
Encourage them to attack Da'an."
"Although the Turks were severely damaged by Wang Junlin's men a few years ago, they have been recuperating over the years. I think they can still handle the two hundred thousand cavalry. Moreover, the Turks also hate Wang Junlin."
"Goguryeo's Yeon Gaesomun is a powerful figure in the world and should not be underestimated. He has a bloody feud with Wang Junlin to destroy the country and his clan. He also has 200,000 men under his command."
"The Tubo people live in the bitter cold of the plateau and are savage and good at fighting. As long as they can lure their greed with the wealth of Da'an, they can dispatch at least 100,000 cavalry to attack Xiping County, Zhangye County, Wuwei County and Jincheng County in the west of Da'an to contain Da'an.
Western troops and horses.”
"In this way, as long as Da'an State fights with us, Da'an State will be surrounded by enemies on all sides, and its military strength will inevitably be tight. If there is another stalemate in the war, Da'an State will be short of food and grass. By then, there may not be a chance to destroy Da'an State in one fell swoop."
When Li Shimin heard this, his eyes flashed. After thinking for a while, he took a deep breath, nodded and said: "Yes, what the Imperial Master said is very reasonable. I immediately summoned the ministers to discuss the matter and select an envoy who can speak eloquently.
Go to the countries to form alliances as soon as possible!”
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ps: This is the first update of 5,500 words tonight, I’m very sorry————————————