Wang Mi is a rebel with a very tough mind.
For the first time, he took his family members with him and joined Liu Bogen's religious rebel army. He was regarded as a small shareholder and was wiped out by the Xianbei cavalry from Youzhou south. Duan Xianbei's mercenary business was really extensive. He took on two businesses at the same time, and five Thousands of cavalry went south to Yuzhou to help Sima Yue, and thousands more went south to Qingzhou.
The second time I was the major shareholder. Unfortunately, I was wiped out by Gou Xi, the governor of Yanzhou.
This is the third time and it is almost solely owned by him.
Starting from the end of the first year, various counties in Qingzhou sent urgent reports. Wang Mi's tribe became larger and larger, and they began to divide their troops to attack counties and counties. However, the counties and counties had no soldiers, and most of the guards were killed.
At this time, few people paid attention to it, and probably only Gou Xi, the governor of Qingzhou, cared more about it.
After entering February, the situation became obviously serious.
Just like the spread of cancer cells, the scope of activities of Wang Mi's tribe has significantly increased, and the number of people has also increased.
In fact, members of the Celestial Master Taoist tribe who were hiding joined in one after another, and used their religious connections to help Wang Mila's head and gain momentum.
At the end of February, Shao Xun, who had just returned to Green Willow Garden for a few days, was summoned by Wang Yan to go to Luoyang again, telling him to call him bad luck.
The location is still the Wang Family Courtyard from last time.
Wang Dun, who had been taught a lesson, had no expression on his face. He spread out a map on the desk and briefly introduced the situation.
"The thieves are powerful," Wang Yan said.
"The thieves are powerful." Shao Xun said.
He couldn't believe it, because the thieves had already appeared in Yanzhou and Xuzhou, and it was said that a large group of people would swarm into Yanzhou later.
How far is it from Shandong to Henan? Based on Wang Mi's marching speed, Shao Xun could definitely tell that they encountered few obstacles and were completely marching with arms.
The county towns that are easy to attack will be attacked in one fell swoop.
The fort, which was difficult to attack, was abandoned.
The villages, earthen fences, and fortress walls that are easy to capture are chewed up to increase their strength.
"Situ, do you still doubt what I said now?" Shao Xun asked.
Even if Gou Xi really couldn't defeat Wang Mi, as long as he carried out a serious encirclement and suppression campaign, Wang Mi wouldn't be able to march at such a high speed - he didn't have a motorcycle!
Wang Yan frowned and stared at the map, but couldn't figure out why. After a moment, he looked at his younger brother Wang Dun, and then decisively turned his eyes to Shao Xun.
Wang Dun's face flashed with anger and he said nothing.
Shao Xun scratched the map with his finger and said: "Suppose Wang Mi sets out from Qingzhou now. If there is no war, he can travel thirty miles a day. He can reach Xuchang in mid-April and Luoyang in May."
How far is it from Qingzhou to Xuchang? More than a thousand miles.
Traveling thirty miles a day is considered fast. Some armies can only travel twenty miles a day.
Is it possible to travel more than a thousand miles and forty days to get from Qingzhou to Xuchang?
It's possible. The premise is that there will be no fighting and an armed march along the way.
It is possible for Wang Mi to create a miracle of traveling through Shandong and Henan to Luoyang in sixty days without fighting a single battle.
Hearing Shao Xun's words, Wang Yan had no expression on his face because he didn't quite believe it yet.
But if everything comes true, he will be extremely disappointed with Gou Xi and Sima Yue in his heart.
He only cares about his personal interests, but he doesn't want the imperial court to be ruined.
His cunning rabbit has always only focused on the north. He has never thought about handing over the Central Plains to others and maintaining peace in the south of the Yangtze River.
"How could it be possible for Wang Mi to advance into Xuchang so easily under the command of the Grand Tutor and the tens of thousands of troops from the two provinces of Henan? Don't mislead others." Wang Dun couldn't help it. This man had such a great reputation, how could he talk such nonsense.
Shao Xun was a little impatient.
Why is Wang Dun so small-minded? How have I offended you?
Fortunately, the person in charge of the Wang family is Old Wall Lamp.
The old wall lamp is capable, but very selfish. Now I have to trick him and let him support the situation in Luoyang and protect me from the wind and rain.
"Zhu Zhong, I really can't be sure that the Tutor will definitely give way. But everything will be done in advance, and failure will result in failure. Gou Xi has already given way, what's weird if the Tutor gives in again? Shi Le, Shi Chao and others have already marched.
In Hebei, the Grand Tutor may want to transfer the main force to quell the chaos in Hebei." Shao Xun said.
When Wang Dun heard the word "chu Zhong", he was very angry. What is your identity? Do you dare to call me my cousin?
However, when he was extremely angry, he smiled and said: "What Marquis Lu Yang said is right, but I was negligent."
Wang Yan frowned.
Shao Xun stopped paying attention to Wang Dun.
He left his wife and subordinates behind and fled back to Luoyang alone. No matter what the reason was, he could not escape the word "rat". He didn't know what to be proud of.
This kind of person can only cause trouble in the circle of scholars.
Relying on his family background, he was sure that others would not dare to do anything to him. Even if he was caught and imprisoned, someone would rescue him, so he did something bold and extraordinary to gain a reputation. But when he really encountered a life and death moment, and others did not
When he was merciful because of his family background, his true colors were completely revealed.
"Zhang Liangzhou wants to send Bei Gongchun and other generals to lead Liangzhou's elite troops to defend Luojing. They are probably on their way now." Wang Yan suddenly said: "But relying on them alone is not enough. You must also rely on the imperial army. Do you have any suggestions?
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"I only have four points." Shao Xun said.
"First, immediately check the number and equipment of the Imperial Guards so that you are well aware of them."
"Secondly, we need to check carefully how much grain is stored in Taicang in Dongyang Gate. We also need to check how much equipment is in Luoyang Arsenal."
"Third, repair the fortresses around Luoyang. It may be too late now, but we can stock up on defensive tools in case of emergency."
"Fourth, issue an edict to all the states in the world to send selected soldiers, equipment, money and grain to the capital."
"That's all?"
"That's all."
Wang Yan stood up and walked around the courtyard, thinking carefully.
Wang Dun was a little annoyed and left quietly.
Shao Xun continued to look at the map.
"How do you plan to fight? Defense or offense?" Wang Yan stopped and asked.
"Situ, what's the situation of the Forbidden Army now?" Shao Xun asked.
"Looking at it - it's okay." Wang Yan hesitated.
He originally wanted to say that the Imperial Army could fight, but looking at Shao Xun's eyes, he swallowed it back.
He was not sure about his military ability. He used to ask his younger brother Wang Dun, but now he was disappointed with him. He secretly lamented that the Wang family might not have any military strategy, so he did not dare to express opinions at will.
"The Forbidden Army more than a year ago only had 20,000 people, but it can defeat the more than 50,000 Forbidden Army now. If I say this, can Situ be trusted?" Shao Xun asked.
"Your Majesty, please don't ramble on about how to fight the war." Wang Yan waved his hand and said.
"The defense of Luoyang does not depend on Luoyang itself, but on the eight passes of Luoyang." Shao Xun said: "For the current plan, we should find out Wang Mi's march route and then make calculations."
This is to defend the enemy outside Luoyang, that is, to use the favorable mountains and rivers around the Luoyang Basin to defeat the bandit army.
Shao Xun spoke very plainly. Wang Yan understood and felt that this strategy was not wrong.
Of course, he would not just listen to Shao Xun.
If he wants to win over military talents, he cannot win over only Shao Xun.
He would listen to opinions from many parties and finally report to the emperor.
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In the afternoon, Wang Yan entered the palace to ask questions.
Shao Xun left the other courtyard and returned to his residence in Liang County.
The Wang Family Courtyard is quite unique in its construction.
In spring, flowers are in bloom and springs are tinkling.
The winding corridor is built on the river pond, where you can also watch swimming fish, which is very interesting.
The only discordant things were probably the occasional sarcastic voices from women and the angry curses from men.
When Shao Xun walked through the corridor, he saw a beauty in palace clothes sitting in front.
Her eyebrows are thin and curved, her skin is fair, her facial features are exquisite, her eyes are bright and her teeth are sharp. Although the overall appearance cannot be said to be stunningly beautiful, she can still be called beautiful.
What's more, he has a graceful and elegant demeanor, and when he looks at people, he even gives people a feeling of calmness and authority.
Well, she glanced at herself.
Shao Xun bowed his hands and left.
The woman turned her head and continued to stare at the river pond.
After leaving the palace, Shao Xun first visited Mi Mansion, but did not see Mi Huang, the captain of the Sili School, and heard that he had gone to inspect the counties.
I wanted to visit Cao Fu's house, but I felt a little scared.
His self-control is a little weak now, and he is worried that if he really starts to "rectify" Xiao Hong, it will not be beautiful.
The streets of Luoyang are bustling with people.
Several consecutive years of peace have made people forget the painful memories of the past.
Shao Xun walked eastward along the Imperial Street inside Dongyangmen.
He walked very slowly, as if he was measuring step by step.
Five years ago, he was still a small person. He followed Mi Huang into the city through Jianchun Gate, and then turned onto this imperial street.
Five years later, he was already Wang Situ's guest.
Time makes people grow old, but it also makes people strive for progress.
He did it.
"Go back." After leaving Dongyang Gate, he ordered.
"Junhou, where are you going back to?" Tang Jian asked as he brought the horse.
"Yushanwu."
"promise."
Shao Xun got on his horse and galloped away.
Now we have to start preparing for war.
One after another, never ending.
If Wang Mi comes to Luoyang from the direction of Xuchang, there are basically two routes. One is the road that Shao Xun took hundreds of miles to attack Liu Qiao, and the other is through Yangzhai County near Yushanwu, and then passes through Shenyuan Pass and enters Luoyang.
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The former is less likely, while the latter is more likely because it is closer.
In fact, he almost wanted to send troops to Xuchang to meet Wang Mi there.
But he was not sure about the strength and combat effectiveness of Wang Mi's troops, and he was even more worried that the Sun Tzu gang in Luoyang would not send reinforcements or distribute food and grass, leaving him alone in Xuchang - they could definitely do it.
This is a society without mutual trust.
After returning to Liang County, Shao Xun began large-scale military training.
At this time, news came one after another.
In March, Wang Mi's movements became more and more obvious, and the main force had entered Yanzhou.
Taifu Sima Yue made another mysterious operation.
First, on the grounds that someone wanted to make Sima Tan, king of Qinghe, the crown prince, he was imprisoned in Jinyong City and then poisoned to death.
Later, Wang Bin, a surrendered general from Hebei, was sent to Luoyang with 5,000 soldiers under the banner of "entering the capital to defend the capital".
Finally, the Taifu left Xuchang and moved to Juancheng.
This posture was completely to support Hebei, because he also repeatedly urged Wang Jun to go south to attack Shi Le together.
Wang Jun could actually bring in the Xianbei cavalry. The group of Xianbei people who suppressed Liu Bogen even had a lot of armored cavalry, but it was hard to say whether they would come. After all, they had suffered losses in Chang'an.
On March 20, Lu Zhi hurriedly arrived at Yushanwu, and his first words shocked Shao Xun: "Your Majesty should evacuate the soldiers and civilians from Yushanwu and retreat to Baoliang County."
Chapter completed!