This battle was so fast that many officials and clan leaders in New Yicheng did not react. Five thousand Northern Xinjiang troops had already marched out on horseback. There were not even teams with food, grass and baggage. If the horse rushed to attack, the baggage would be a burden.
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Pei Ruyu sent the soldiers out of the city on behalf of Mu Anzhi, accompanied by Jiang Xun, Mu Qing, Du Changshi and others. The army was like a black dragon that had escaped its shackles, galloping in the sky. With such a momentum of thousands of troops, Pei Ruyu couldn't help but say, "It's really not a waste of time for the imperial court to be the leader of the army."
In the name of fighting strength."
Jiang Xun and Mu Qing were military generals, and there was a hint of fighting spirit and regret in their eyes. They were all young generals who wished they could not fight together with the Northern Xinjiang Army.
Du Changshi used his folding fan to cover up the dust caused by the galloping army, and said with his head, "Even a civil servant like me can't help but feel excited."
General Ji's lips twitched when he heard this, and he said to himself, you civil servant, I heard that the Hu family only recruited 2,000 people when they were in Xinyi. Now that the Hu family has left, you will have to recruit 5,000 people!
The army left, and everyone bid farewell to Marquis Lu, and went back to their errands. General Ji put his arms around Du Changshi's shoulders and said, "Xiao Du, are you busy? I have two new jars of good wine. Let's go have a drink."
Du Changshi smiled, "If others invite me, I'm busy. General Ji invites me, so I won't be busy."
The two of them just went to have wine arm in arm.
As a result, before all those who were confused could get a clue, the soldiers and horses had already left the city. When everyone inquired about the matter of sending troops to investigate, the governor of the chessboard city near Sudimir's tribe, Shiwan, urgently met with Mu Anzhi, who was originally coming to Xinjiang.
I'd like to say hello. It's cheaper to ask for an urgent meeting.
Magistrate Chen waited anxiously at Hou Jian's house and stuffed Tang Hai with a big red envelope, but failed to see Mu Anzhi immediately. Tang Hai reported Hou Jian's matter to him, but Tang Hai's boss
It's Du Changshi, Du Changshi said, "There are so many important things now waiting for the prince's approval. Magistrate Chen came here just to ask about Sudimir's crime. The soldiers have been sent out. What should he ask? Don't worry, let him
Wait slowly."
Hou Jian's room is fully stocked with tea, tea and snacks, and there are also three dishes and one soup for free at noon. Because of the money received from Magistrate Chen, Magistrate Chen also made these three dishes and one soup extremely exquisite.
But now, even if he is giving a royal banquet to Magistrate Chen, he is afraid that Magistrate Chen will not be able to eat it. When he greeted the prince earlier, the prince was very accommodating. Why, he sent troops as soon as he was told to send troops, without even asking him, the magistrate of Qipan City. No matter what.
, nominally, the Sudimir tribe is placed within the territory of Qipan City.
Magistrate Chen had more speculations. For example, if the prince sent troops so arbitrarily, was it because he was arbitrary in power, or was he dissatisfied with him? Or, did the prince have other intentions?
Even though he was anxious, Magistrate Chen still patiently waited until the sunset filled the sky, and Tang Hai came over to lead Magistrate Chen to Mu An's study to pay him a visit.
Today's affairs, large and small, were finally settled. Mu Anzhi rubbed his brows and closed his eyes for a moment. When he heard the voice of the report, he slowly opened his eyes.
Magistrate Chen is a forty-five-year-old middle-aged official with a good appearance. He has been in the officialdom for many years and has developed some temperament. Although his expression is vaguely anxious, he still salutes with perfect etiquette. Mu An asked, "
No need to be polite, you come here now, but what do you want?"
"Your Majesty heard that His Highness was sending troops to the Sudimir tribe in Northern Xinjiang. He was worried, so he came to see him." Magistrate Chen's attitude was very respectful. Even though he was in charge of the military affairs of Northern Xinjiang, no vassal king would start a territorial war on his vassal.
As for a vassal king who dares to take a sword and kill him at any time, no official will not feel fear. When there is fear, there is respect. Magistrate Chen said, "I have been in office for several years in Qipan City, and I have no respect for Sudimir."
The situation is very clear, and the Sudimir tribe should be under the control of Qipan City. I think that I will be helpful to the war. However, His Highness did not ask me anything before sending troops, so I am frightened."
There was no fear on Magistrate Chen's face, but the worry was real. Mu Anzhi looked at him and said calmly, "Don't be afraid. If I don't ask you, I won't believe you. I will be a vassal, and I will take pity on the weather.
Since it is difficult to do, I will spare your audience. I consider myself not a mean person. This year, all the tribal chiefs of the prefectures and prefectures have arrived. Only the Sudimir tribe and the Caiyun tribe have not arrived. The Caiyun tribe is in civil war. What is the reason for the Sudimir tribe?
? Ah, by the way, you gave them a discount on sick leave."
"Patriarch Sudimir is indeed seriously ill and unable to travel," Magistrate Chen explained hurriedly.
Mu Anzhi's indifferent expression added a hint of coldness, "The clan leader is sick. Does he have no heir apparent? No son? No grandson? Or is it that all the members of his clan are dead and he needs you to take sick leave for him?
Zhezi!"
"You are such a worried person. Didn't you worry about how the king would feel when he saw this sick leave letter from you before you came?" Mu An said, "I really want to thank you. I heard that when you take office, all your officials are particular about burning three handfuls.
Huo, I am also thinking of establishing my authority, otherwise I won’t let you look down upon me.”
The spring in Northern Xinjiang is not hot. The charcoal fire in this room has been extinguished, and it is even a little cool in the evening. However, the cold sweat on the forehead of Magistrate Chen is a drop of cold sweat wetting his temples. He quickly said, "Your Majesty, I will never dare to have disrespectful people, because
Sudemir's subordinates are under the jurisdiction of Qipan City, so I just accepted their suggestion. This is because I didn't think carefully. The prince's prestige has already shocked the imperial capital, so I dare to be disrespectful. I really thought that the Sudemir clan would be sick and sick.
According to the doctor’s diagnosis and treatment, I’m afraid it won’t be able to survive until summer. I hope that with your son by your side, you can successfully inherit the position of clan leader. Your Majesty, once the war starts, there will be a sea of blood and mountains of corpses in an instant. Please be careful with your military strategy, Your Majesty.
I am willing to return to Qipan City immediately and ask Prince Sudmir to come to the royal city to apologize!"
"No. You can't go back. You have to stay in New Yicheng until the war is over. Do you understand?" Mu Anzhi's tone has always been light, sarcastic and warning. However, there is irresistible pressure in this lightness.
. Magistrate Chen even had a feeling that if he dared to disobey His Highness the Prince's order, His Highness the Prince who dared to directly launch a war would have to use him as a sacrifice.
Magistrate Chen did not dare to think too much, and said sadly, "I will never dare to disobey the prince's order. I am loyal to the king, and I ask for your advice."
"I only believe my own eyes."
Magistrate Chen was directly detained in Xinyi City. It is not accurate to say that he was detained. The palace did not send anyone to monitor, nor did it restrict Magistrate Chen's scope of activities. However, with Mu Anzhi's words, Magistrate Chen really didn't even dare to go to the city.
out.
In fact, many tribal chiefs who had paid their respects were hesitant to leave. Sudimir was a large tribe in northern Xinjiang. The prince sent troops to investigate, and the chiefs of various tribes were also worried. However, the war could not end in a short while.
Each of their clans' territories have affairs to deal with.
Especially the tribes that are close to Sudimir have different ideas.
However, in the end, everyone decided to leave the important members of the clan in Xinyi City to wait for information. The clan leaders had been out for a long time and it was time to go back.
These clan leaders gradually resigned, but Mu Anzhi did not retain them. After receiving rewards, he ordered them to go back. As for the officials of the various states in Xinyi, they obediently released their sons from official schools, received the silver coins given by His Highness the Prince, and were ready to return to their posts.
Serving His Royal Highness the Prince.
Lu Guogong Mansion.
Although Tang Xueshi's memorial was withheld by Mu Anzhi, Lu Guogong still received the news that Mu Anzhi sent troops to Sudmir in early May. It would take twenty days for a horse to travel from northern Xinjiang to the imperial capital. Forget it, Lu Guogong
Counting the time to send troops, Mu Anzhi slammed the secret document on the table, furious, "This lunatic!"
Yes, this is a lunatic.
No vassal king has ever dared to start a war without going through the court, and no one has dared to start a war at the beginning of the vassal period!
Prince Lu picked up the secret document from the ground and read it word by word. "The Third Highness secretly sent troops. Our people got the accurate information in early April. At this time, the imperial court knew it and could not stop it. However, Sudimir is from northern Xinjiang."
Most of all, His Highness the Third Highness should not have captured Sudimir so quickly."
"Father, since His Highness the Third Highness is engaged in a war, the five thousand sets of armor from the Ministry of War should be sent to His Highness for the war effort." The secret document was put back on the desk, Prince Lu said.
"Do I really want to give him these five thousand soldiers?" Lu Guogong sneered coldly.
"Isn't this the best opportunity? Nanbian was suppressed by the Marquis of Nan'an. Now that these five thousand soldiers have been obtained, it is not good to keep them in the Ministry of War and let His Majesty know about them. Send them over. Who knows if the rebellion in Northern Xinjiang is rampant and they are captured.
It is none of our business to be robbed or robbed." A faint cold smile appeared on the corners of Lu Shizi's lips, "The Northern Xinjiang Army lacks weapons and armor. Aren't these five thousand sets a good bait?"
"you mean--"
"The Third Highness clearly wants to use the war to establish his prestige. I think the memorial of the war in Northern Xinjiang will be delivered to the court soon. If there is chaos in Northern Xinjiang, we will only send these soldiers to Yumen Pass. Please send someone to Yumen Pass to protect and transport them."
A convoy of soldiers. The situation in Northern Xinjiang is complicated and bandits are rampant. If something happens in Northern Xinjiang, it will be the responsibility of His Highness himself."
Duke Lu Guo's mood gradually became calmer and rational. In fact, he was only shocked by Mu Anzhi's dispatch of troops. At this moment, Prince Lu reminded him. Duke Lu shook his head and said, "Yes, there are many tribes who surrender on the surface but are dissatisfied behind the scenes."
The imperial court has been around for a long time."
Prince Lu spoke again, "This trip is dangerous. Please ask Longhu Camp to send troops to escort Bingjia. It is best to be from Qin Ting."
"The Qin court wants Princess Shang Jiaxiang to do such a hard work. Your Majesty feels sorry for your son-in-law and may not be willing for her to go."
"I'm here to talk to the prince." Prince Lu said in a completely different tone than when he was in front of the prince. Duke Lu was pleased, "My son Fang is the first-class person in the world."
Lu Shizi said, "Father and son inherit each other, and there will be no mistakes."