Chapter 93: Discussion in the White Tiger Hall (2)
Chapter 93 Meeting in the White Tiger Hall (2)
The amount of food and fodder needed for the army to go on an expedition is not a small amount, especially since Yanxi is located in the desert and transportation is difficult. Cattle, sheep and other livestock are okay. Ten sheep from the rear arrive at the front, and seven or eight can be left behind, but the food is just
It’s different. One kilogram of grain is shipped from the rear, but only half a kilogram is left at the Gaochang front line. If the front line is further extended, the loss in transportation will be even more alarming. Without tens of thousands of stones of grain and fodder reserves, this battle cannot be fought at all.
Now, as far as the finances of Yanxi are concerned, even if the entire Yanxi effort is taken, it is still beyond its capabilities. Everyone here knows this well. The reason why the two heads of the family, Shi and Zhang, proposed the expedition was actually just a cover.
The purpose was just to seize military power. As for the conquest, in fact, they had no idea at all. When they heard that Xiao Wei claimed that he had a way to solve the problem of food and fodder supply, Shi and Zhang were surprised, happy and excited.
Suspicious, they quickly looked at each other, exchanged glances, and let Zhang Kaize speak: "Little Prince, this is the Baihu Hall, which is an important place for our military and political affairs in Yanxi. It is not a place where you can trust your words. Little Prince, be careful what you say.
Be careful what you say."
"What Uncle Zhang said is true. Xiao Wang knows the truth of the jokes in the army." Listening to Zhang Kaize's seemingly sincere words, Xiao Wei laughed nonchalantly and said: "If Xiao Wang says it, he can do it naturally.
Uncle Zhang, please rest assured about this."
"Oh? I wonder how much food and fodder the young prince can raise? It should be noted that the movement of the army is a cost of gold and silver, and it cannot be taken lightly." When Zhang Kaize heard Xiao Wei speak so confidently, his curiosity immediately aroused, without waiting for others.
After speaking, he quickly asked a question.
Xiao Wei replied with a smile: "It depends on how the battle is fought and who fights it." [
As soon as Xiao Wei said this, Zhang Kaize immediately stopped talking and looked at the confident Xiao Wei suspiciously. For a moment, he couldn't figure out where Xiao Wei's confidence came from, and he hesitated to ask any more questions.
, but Shi Wansheng interjected from the side: "What does the young prince mean by this? This time I raise troops in Yanxi to attack Dao, it is a grand event, and I should appoint a wise man as the commander. Zhang Kaiming, Zhang Zhenzhen is me."
With Yanxi's famous general in command, we can expect a complete victory, so there is no doubt."
Question? Hey, what a big joke. This old boy is still dreaming about ascending to the position of Grand Governor. He is so cute! Xiao Wei rudely disparaged Shi Wansheng in his heart.
, but he didn't bring it to his face, nor did he answer his questions, he just smiled incomprehensibly.
Xiao Wei smiled like this, and Shi Wansheng was dumbfounded. He didn't know how to ask further, but Wang Yue, who had always been silent, interrupted: "In the opinion of the young prince, who should lead the army in this battle?"
"Mr. Wang clearly knows that Xiao Wang has just arrived in Yanxi and does not understand the real situation. He really dare not speak nonsense. Well, Xiao Wang's grandfather has been the governor of Yanxi for a long time. It is better to listen to his instructions." Xiao Wei said to him.
Wang Yue cupped his hands and replied very politely. As soon as he said this, the eyes of the three masters of the family flickered. They glanced back and forth at Xiao Wei and the Liu family from time to time, secretly guessing what was behind Xiao Wei's words.
What's the secret?
Shi and Zhang didn't know Xiao Wei's trump card, so it was hard to figure out what was going on. However, Wang Yue had talked with Xiao Wei for several times and had generally guessed the truth of the matter. He couldn't help but feel shocked.
A flash of light flashed in his eyes, and he looked at Liu Xiaoquan and said, "Grand Governor, what do you mean?"
"It is the consensus of all our great families to send troops to fight against rebellion. Since you all have objections, it is inevitable to send troops this time. The only thing to worry about is food and food. Now the young prince said that he has a way to solve the problem of food and food. I want to comment on this
We also have opinions on the war. I am old and have not been able to do things for a long time. It is better to act according to the young prince's ideas. What do you think, brother Wang?" Liu Xiaoquan stroked his long beard on his chest, responded unhurriedly, and then
The right to speak was given to Xiao Wei.
"Wang thinks it's feasible." Wang Yue responded unequivocally.
The two heads of the family, Liu and Wang, expressed their opinions one after another. Although Shi and Zhang were dissatisfied, they could not refute at this moment, but they were asked to hand over the decision-making power to an outsider like Xiao Wei.
People were not willing to give in, so they simply kept their mouths shut. They neither confirmed nor objected, but wanted to hear Xiao Wei's opinion first before making any plans.
"Thank you all for your love. My little king is very talented and has little knowledge. I shouldn't say anything nonsense here. However, the Black Bone Sect is not only a serious problem for us in Yanxi, but also a common enemy of our Han nation. It is related to the national justice. I don't dare to descend from my descendants."
I should contribute my meager efforts to participate in this grand event." Xiao Wei's face became solemn, he bowed to everyone present, and said righteously: "The sage has a saying: If you are not of my race, your heart will be the same.
It must be different! In the face of the Wugu cult, the whole people can only fight against it. This is not only a matter for Yanxi, but also a matter for our court. If Yanxi is in trouble, how can the court ignore it? The little king has already presented to the court and received your majesty’s approval.
, Longzhou’s grain reserves can be mobilized. The first batch of five thousand shi of rice has arrived at Yongjing City on the bank of the Yellow River and can be mobilized across the Yellow River at any time."
"What?"
"Is this serious?"
The two heads of the family, Shi and Zhang, originally thought that Xiao Wei's claim that he could solve the problem of grain and fodder was just sensationalism. They did not expect that Xiao Wei actually accomplished such a big thing. Although five thousand stones of grain and fodder was not a huge number, it could be used for conquest.
The Zheng family in Gaochang has more than enough, not to mention that this is only the first batch. It is shocking how many more there are. Even though they are both experienced and steady people, they are also beaten by this
The news shocked me, and I immediately blurted out words of surprise and suspicion.
"Xiao Wang Xiangxu said, if your two uncles don't believe it, you can send someone to supervise the transportation of grain." Facing the surprise of the two family heads, Xiao Wei laughed and replied lightly.
"This..." When the two family heads, Shi and Zhang, saw Xiao Wei speaking so definitely, their heads were a little confused for a moment, and they were stunned and didn't know what to say.
"This grain is not privately owned by the little king. It is specially allocated by the imperial court for the conquest of the road. If it is entrusted to someone who is not a person, the grain will be wasted. The little king cannot absolve himself of the blame. Thanks to the great love of all the gentlemen, the little king is allowed to participate in the discussion.
, then Xiao Wang is not lying." Xiao Wei did not give Shi and Zhang a chance to react, and said loudly: "Xiao Wang came to Yanxi and was able to escape from the assassination in Dabeiwa, all because of Xiao Wei
The third uncle of Wang has taught me the art of war and the skills of cavalry fighting. In Xiao Wang’s opinion, the person who can defeat all the thieves must be the third uncle of Xiao Wang!”
"Wang seconded the proposal. The army can be dispatched only after the rations arrive. However, the commander of the expedition must be decided first. The guard of Liu Town is both wise and brave, so he can take on this important task! Mr. Shi and Mr. Zhang will not object if they want to come." Xiao Wei said.
As soon as it fell, Wang Yue, who had always ignored military affairs, immediately expressed his support without hesitation.
Wouldn't you object? That's strange. Shi and Zhang have been plotting for a long time to seize the position of governor when the Liu family is weak. Now if the military power falls into the hands of Liu Zhenxiong, wouldn't they be in vain?
They had been busy for a while, but it seemed difficult to find a reasonable reason to object at this moment. The two masters were so anxious that sweat was pouring from their foreheads.
"Haha, the young prince's proposal is indeed very good, but in my opinion, it is a little inappropriate. I think that although Liu San is capable, Liu Zhenying is better, so it would be better if Liu Zhenying takes the lead in the expedition. It is justifiable. Brother Shi,
Do you think so?" Zhang Kaize's reaction was obviously much faster than Shi Wansheng's, and he was only stunned for a moment before he came up with an idea.
"Yes, that's the truth. The inheritance of our aristocratic family is in order and we can't mess up ourselves. Brother Zhang's suggestion is great! Hey, why didn't brother Zhenying come today? Could it be that he is sick?" Shi Wanshengneng
Being the head of a big family, how can he be an ordinary person? After just a second thought, he already knew Zhang Kaize's proposition. He was just exploiting the Liu family's weakness of civil strife, so he hurriedly agreed with it.
One sentence.[
"Shi Gong, Zhang Gong, thank you both for remembering Ying'er. I would like to thank you both for Ying'er's spirit in heaven. Alas..." As soon as Shi and Zhang finished speaking, Liu Xiaoquan's face immediately showed a sad look.
He cupped his hands and spoke in a solemn tone. Halfway through, he was so sad that he could no longer speak. He just shook his head and sighed.
"ah……"
"how so?"
When the two family heads, Shi and Zhang, heard what Liu Xiaoquan said, they were all so shocked that they couldn't sit still. They all stood up, opened their eyes wide, and looked at Liu Xiaoquan in disbelief - neither of the two family heads were.
Ordinary people are well-informed about everything. The two of them had long known about Liu Zhenying's little tricks in private. They planned to play Liu Zhenying's card at the critical moment, but they didn't expect Liu Zhenying to die.
This kind of news was like a bolt from the blue to the two masters!
"Shi Gong, Zhang Gong, my brother suddenly suffered from angina last night and passed away. Alas, the eldest brother died young and the younger brother is very confused. I hope the two brothers can have more understanding." After entering the hall, he said
Liu Zhenxiong, who was silent, stood up from the side, cupped his hands towards Shi and Zhang, and explained in a bleak tone.
Lie! Absolute lie! Neither of the two masters are fools. How could they really believe Liu Zhenxiong's words? But the problem is that even if they don't believe it, they can't refute it at this time. Not only that, they have to suppress it in their hearts.
He was so angry that he gave some gentle words of comfort to the Liu family and his son, not to mention how uncomfortable they felt. What made them even more depressed was that with the death of Liu Zhenying, Liu Zhenxiong's rise was unstoppable. In addition, the Wang family and the
With the support from the court, there is no longer any suspense in the battle for the governor of Yanxi. At this point, no matter how reluctant the two are, they can only bow their heads and admit defeat. As expected, Liu Xiaoquan shed tears silently,
Suddenly he raised his head, looked at the crowd sincerely and said: "I am old and disabled. According to Yanxi's public opinion, I should abdicate the throne in favor of a worthy person. However, now that the war is imminent, I dare not abandon the official position for selfish reasons."
, reluctantly stay in office for a while, and after Gaochang is recovered, replace him with a wise man. What do you think?"
"What Mr. Liu said is correct." Wang Yue was the first to stand up and agree. Seeing this, Shi and Zhang had no choice but to bow and reply: "Take care, Mr. Liu, we can decide this matter later."
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"Well, the matter is settled like this. Pass on my orders and prepare for war!" Liu Xiaoquan saw that the three masters of the family did not express any objection, so he made his decision unceremoniously. What was supposed to be a great chaos in Yanxi
’ The cause of the disaster just vanished into thin air...