But Yuezhou was an important node between Guanzhong and southern Xinjiang, so Shi Zhongtang stationed many soldiers.
In the Battle of Daozhou, the Yuezhou Army suffered a lot of losses, and Qian Song asked for help from Chang'an as soon as he returned.
But Shi Zhongtang’s reply was: stick to it!
The army is about to leave the border, and the Northern Xinjiang Army must be on the alert, waiting for the decisive battle.
Qian Song breathed a sigh of relief after learning that Shi Zhongtang was leaving seclusion.
But now he saw the Northern Xinjiang army swarming under the city, and he was confused.
"Isn't he afraid that the king will leave seclusion?"
…
"The city of Yuezhou is not high." Jiang Cunzhong said with some emotion, "Your Highness, if I order you to attack the city, I will guarantee that the city will be destroyed within five days."
"It is not a good thing to attack Yuezhou when Shi Zhongtang is about to leave the border." Li Xuan said: "After conquering Yuezhou, our army also divided its troops to suppress the guards. This is self-weakening."
He Lianrong said: "Even if the Yuezhou garrison surrenders, His Highness will not accept it."
Jiang Heer whispered: "So, we are just here to make a pretense."
"He'er is a lot smarter." Li Xuan always felt that his secretary was a bit dull. Although he didn't need his secretary to contribute his wisdom, if Bingxue was smart, it would still be pleasing to the eye!
That's... Jiang He'er was proud in his heart, but he said humbly: "Your Highness is very grateful."
"There's a bit of panic at the top of the city," Han Ji said.
Wang Laoer came back, "Your Highness, more than a hundred riders in the city have gone to Guanzhong."
"good!"
Li Xuan said: "Wait until dark!"
It was already afternoon. The Northern Xinjiang Army had lunch and immediately began to build siege equipment.
"Your Majesty's army is preparing to leave the border. It won't be long before the Northern Xinjiang Army will withdraw."
At the top of the city, Qian Song personally cheered for the defenders.
But he himself had no idea, and said to Tan Yun privately: "If the city is destroyed, I cannot leave, otherwise the king will not be able to spare me. However, I can ask you to report to the king..."
Tan Yun shed tears of gratitude and said, "You are so kind to me!"
Sure enough, no one wants to die in vain!
"The child I had with my aunt and her..." Qian Song handed over his hand, "When the time comes, I'll leave it to you."
Tan Yun raised his hand, "That's my son!"
"good!"
The worries in Qian Song's heart were gone, and he felt a little more free and easy.
In the evening, the Northern Xinjiang Army launched a wave of offensive, and the defenders worked together to overcome the difficulties.
…
The sun sets in the west.
Two common people came to the camp.
Jielong said: "Your Highness, these two are hunters near Daizhou, and they know the terrain of the mountains well."
Li Xuan was reading a document. When he heard this, he raised his head and said with a smile: "So, do you know the trail to Daizhou?"
The two hunters looked up and saw King Qin's eyes were warm and his lips were smiling, but his majesty was heart-wrenching.
"Know."
Li Xuan asked: "Why are you willing to serve Gu?"
At this moment, the situation in the south is the most confusing, and the people are panicked and don't know who they can rely on.
An Orion said: "Those people are rebelling, only His Highness is!"
"Get ready and set off at night."
Two hunters were taken away.
Jielong said: "When we found them, these two men were quite fierce and injured two of our brothers. Later, someone revealed their identity and we cooperated."
"Congratulations, Your Highness!"
Han Ji handed over his hand, "Although Shi Zhongtang and Shi Gongming had the name of Qingjun side, everyone in the world knew that these two people were treason. And in the name of His Highness, he went south, abandoned Guanzhong all the way, broke through Daozhou, and prepared to fight against
Shi Ni’s decisive battle. In the eyes of the people of the world, this means taking the overall situation into consideration!”
"The people are not stupid." Li Xuan said with mixed feelings: "They have not read many books. Many of them have never left their hometowns in their lives and have little knowledge. But they have a strong balance in their hearts and know who is really good to them."
He pointed to his chest, "I hope that everyone has a steelyard in their heart. One end carries the people of the Tang Dynasty, and the weight is conscience."
Li Xuan said: "Gu Zhi said that conscience is a bit empty, so let's put it another way. Why is Han Ji alive? You want to show your ambition, and for this reason, you keep encouraging Gu to raise troops."
Everyone couldn't help but smile.
Han Ji smiled and said, "This is just my hobby."
Sure enough, Han rebelled... Li Xuan pointed at him, "As a human being, he has selfish motives. As a human being, he likes fame, wealth and wealth. If I don't ask you to become a saint, there are no saints in this world. I just want you to remember it.
Imprisoned."
Everyone stood with hands tied.
Li Xuan lightly tapped the table with his fingers, "Regard the people of the world as human beings!"
He knocked on the table hard, and everyone looked up.
"Don't treat them like livestock!"
Everyone was in awe, "Take the order!"
…
After walking out of the tent, the old thief found Tu Chang, "What do you think of Mr. Tu's remarks?"
"People in this world like to lie. The more noble a person is, the less truth they tell. His Highness once said that the king is like a boat and the people are like water. Water can carry a boat, but it can also overturn it."
Tu Chang looked at the old thief, "Do you think His Highness is just talking?"
…
"Before the war, His Highness beat the ministers like this and said, "Don't treat the people like animals. It's embarrassing."
Han Ji and He Lianrong, who was wearing monk robes, walked side by side.
In the camp, the soldiers were packing their things quietly.
He Lianrong touched his bald head and said, "There is a forest in Yuezhou City, which can be regarded as a sight. Someone suggested the day before yesterday that spies could be sent into the city. When the army attacks the city, they can set fire to the forest and burn down Yuezhou City."
"If this is the case, the people in the city will probably suffer heavy casualties." Han Ji was busy planning other things for the past two days, and only then did he know the reason for Li Xuan's words today.
"Some people say that kindness does not lead the army. His Highness immediately refuted it, saying that the duty of a warrior is to die for the country, and the duty of the common people is to pay taxes and everyone should do their job. A warrior should sacrifice his life for the country without any hesitation, but why should the common people be held accountable?"
"That's well said!"
"That's good, but you, Han Reibu, may feel that His Highness is too benevolent, right?"
"Ahem!" Han Ji coughed dryly, "It's nothing."
"I know that you don't care about this, but our lord is extraordinary and can't get rid of the dirt in his eyes. You still have to curb your thoughts of treating people in the world like stupid dogs."
Han Ji didn't care about the people of the world at all. In his opinion, if it would help Li Xuan's great cause, it would be no big deal for some people to die.
He Lianrong immediately returned to his tent.
His things were simple, a few volumes of scriptures, the Four Treasures of the Study, and a few changes of clothes.
It was so simple that he didn't need anyone's help, he cleaned it up in just a few seconds.
"master."
He Lianrong, who was bundled up with his back to the curtain, slowly turned around and looked outside with squinted eyes, "It's Jiang Zhonglang! But is there something wrong?"
Jiang Cunzhong came in and said, "Master, this is too simple."
"How much can you eat in one meal? How much space can one person sleep in? How many clothes can one person wear?" He Lianrong sat down cross-legged and said slowly: "This stinky skin is just a place for the soul to rest. Why be too worried?
.”
This statement was heresy for Jiang Cunzhong. He sat down with a smile and said, "The master's realm is admirable."
"Say it!" He Lianrong slowly moved the rosary beads in his hand.
"The day before yesterday, someone suggested setting fire to the city and destroying it, but His Highness scolded him. To be honest, that person has some friendship with me." Jiang Cunzhong and Han Ji were not at odds with each other, but He Lianrong never took sides, so neither party was offended.
"Are you worried?" He Lianrong asked.
"Yes." Jiang Cunzhong said: "Please give me some advice, master, otherwise that person may not be able to sleep."
"Your Highness's majesty is growing!" He Lianrong felt that this was not a bad thing. "His Highness said that governance is for the people, and what he said today is an extension of that. All means of governance are based on the people. The same goes for fighting.
.”
Those words were taboo.
"However, it is not a bad thing to offer advice. The speaker is not guilty. Your Highness is not so narrow-minded." He Lianrong said.
Logically speaking, Jiang Cunzhong should be satisfied. But he lowered his voice and said, "Do these words of His Highness have any implications for the future?"
When someone in a superior position casually says something, the people below have to think about it. This has been the case throughout the ages.
If you want to have a smooth official career, you must understand the thoughts of the person in charge thoroughly, so that you can adapt to his preferences.
These people!
He Lianrong sighed in his heart and said calmly: "In this battle, our army is alone. The army of Shi Zhongtang in Guanzhong is preparing to attack, and the rebels in the south are gathering to prepare for a pincer attack. Shi Gongming is on the side, preparing to attack Lizhou... army
Some people’s hearts are unstable.”
"Yes." Jiang Cunzhong said: "This is a dangerous situation that our Northern Xinjiang Army has not encountered in many years."
"But didn't you notice? After His Highness's warning, everyone breathed a sigh of relief."
He Lianrong raised the empty cup and touched his lips, which was a sign of farewell.
Jiang Cunzhong stood up and said goodbye.
In the tent, He Lianrong said quietly: "His Highness' methods are becoming more and more unpredictable."
Jiang Cunzhong walked slowly in the camp.
The sergeants were gathered together, and someone was talking about something from time to time.
Jiang Cunzhong put his thoughts aside and heard someone say: "...His Royal Highness said that it would be nice to set fire to Yuezhou City, but how could the people deserve it?"
"Your Highness has mercy!"
Jiang Cunzhong actually heard confidence in the voices of those sergeants.
He walked for a quarter of an hour and heard everyone in the camp discussing this matter.
He suddenly realized something was wrong.
"Morale has actually improved?"
He hurriedly went to look for He Lianrong.
He Lianrong had already packed his things and went to Li Xuan's place.
Jiang Cunzhong looked at the empty ground and suddenly slapped his forehead.
"His Highness disdains to burn down Yuezhou City, which is out of mercy, but it is also out of confidence!"
Gu, there is no need for such means to attack Yuezhou City!
These are not the words of Ah Mao and Ah Gou, but the contempt of the famous Tang Dynasty commander.
The coach is confident and his subordinates are naturally full of fighting spirit.
"Lao Jiang!"
Pei Jian waved at him, "Your Highness is calling."
Jiang Cunzhong walked over and said, "His Highness's methods are breathtaking!"
"Have you thought of it too?" Pei Jian nodded, "Our army is in a bad situation and its morale is low. Your Highness then took advantage of this incident and successfully boosted morale."
"I can no longer understand His Highness's state of using soldiers." Jiang Cunzhong sighed a little.
"His Royal Highness used to use troops and was known as a famous general and a famous commander. That was a general!" Pei Jian said: "But where is Your Highness standing now? As high as a temple! He is condescending and can use his troops with ease..."
Jiang Cunzhong held it in for a long time, "This is the realm."
"The realm of emperors!"
…
On the second day, the Northern Xinjiang Army did not attack the city, but only showed off its power under the city.
"What does this mean?"
Qian Song was a little confused.
"The king's army is heading towards Jiagu Pass. Logically speaking, the Northern Xinjiang Army should be eager to attack the city!"
Tan Yun's expression changed slightly, "Not good!"
"Have you thought of it too?" Qian Song also looked very ugly.
"Li Xuan is good at using suspicious soldiers." Tan Yun said: "How about sending troops to try?"
Qian Song was hesitating.
That was Li Xuan, the King of Qin who had just beaten them.
It doesn't matter if you try, but once you lose miserably and the morale in the city dissipates, a wave of Northern Xinjiang troops will be able to break through the city.
I...
"Wait a little longer!"
Below the city, a group of cavalry was shouting and cursing.
"The dog thief, I only have a few hundred riders, do you dare to go out of the city to fight?"
One of the cavalrymen sniffed, "We really only have a few hundred cavalrymen!"
"Qian Song, the dog said, was tricked by His Highness again!"
…
The offensive and defensive battle in Daizhou became increasingly fierce.
The defenders knew that they were alone and their morale was not high. They relied on the fact that the governor Zhang Lin always rushed to the front in every battle, which kept their morale up.
If you are not afraid of death, what should we be afraid of?
Moreover, the Yandong rebels attacked half-heartedly and lazily, which allowed the defenders to persist until now.
This is the fourth day that the Yandong rebels launched a violent attack.
The defenders suffered heavy casualties, and many of the remaining soldiers were wounded.
The rebels' offensives became stronger and stronger.
A section of the southeastern city wall collapsed. The rebels frequently took advantage of this to launch attacks. They occupied a section of the city wall several times, but were driven down by Zhang Lin and his men.
But this time, a group of rebel soldiers refused to retreat, and the following rebels rushed up crazily...
"Your Majesty, I can't hold on any longer."
Someone shouted in despair.
Zhang Lin felt that he could no longer lift the horizontal sword. He gasped and looked around.
The soldiers were hacking and killing in despair.
In such an atmosphere, morale cannot last for even a quarter of an hour!
Zhang Lin gritted his teeth and shouted: "His Royal Highness the King of Qin is about to arrive with a large army. Soldiers, grit your teeth and hold on!"
Well!
Isn't that Yang Ni?
Everyone was stunned.
Zhang Lin stamped his foot, "I have already taken refuge with His Highness the King of Qin!"
Wang Shu stepped back and wiped the blood from his face, "How come I don't know this?"
"I'm just deceiving them." Zhang Lin said desperately: "Mother Dute's city is about to be broken, why do you care about the traitors? If the King of Qin can come, what if I surrender him?"
Wang Shu asked: "What about Your Majesty?"
"That old dog has no regard for the country! It doesn't deserve my allegiance!"
Zhang Lin shouted, "His Royal Highness King Qin is coming soon."
Let’s hold on to this wave of offensive first.
At the foot of the city, Shi Gongming smiled and said, "This is a case of emergency treatment!"
Shi Jian said: "Our scouts are widely spread, how can Li Xuan cross quietly? Besides, at the moment he is only focused on the decisive battle with Shi Zhongtang's army, how can he take care of our side at the same time?"
At the top of the city, Zhang Lin was fighting desperately, and a sergeant shouted: "Envoy, will His Highness the King of Qin really come?"
"I swear, Your Highness will come!" Zhang Lin gritted his teeth and said.
call!
A strong wind blew by.
Zhang Lin raised his head and squinted his eyes.
Don't expect my oath to be heard by God!
Then, he saw a big flag in the distance.
And, countless cavalry behind the banner.
The rebel scouts were running away like lost dogs.
The horn sounded for a long time, as if someone was howling.
The rebels slowly turned back.
A ray of sunshine penetrated the dark clouds and shone on the big flag.