The gates of Daizhou City were opened wide, and Zhang Lin led the officials to greet him.
"Welcome Your Highness!"
Zhang Lin saluted, which was a gesture of complete surrender.
Someone whispered: "My lord, be careful."
"This is Daizhou of the Tang Dynasty!"
Li Xuan slowly rode over.
When he reached the city gate, he dismounted.
He threw the reins to Uda behind him and looked up at the city.
The people gathered in front and looked at him enthusiastically.
He walked in slowly.
Two old men came out, one holding a wine jar and the other holding a large porcelain bowl.
The old man picked up the wine bowl and said, "Daizhou has been besieged for many days, and the soldiers and civilians in the city thought they were certain to die. We could only look at Chang'an. But the Chang'an army was defeated miserably, and the emperor fled. Just when we were desperate, His Highness personally led the army.
Come and save me from the fire and water. I am so grateful."
Looking at the bowl handed to him, Li Xuan took it, raised his head and drank it.
Then he said: "I'm here alone, feel at ease."
He looked at the people, and there was hope in everyone's eyes.
He raised his voice and said, "I'm here, don't worry!"
It's like a promise.
The people saluted, "Thank you, Your Highness!"
This is also a commitment.
Li Xuan suddenly realized a truth.
He promised to protect these people, and these people promised to surrender to him.
It turns out that the so-called king does not rule the world by virtue.
But, shelter!
In ancient times, the living environment of human beings was harsh. The only way to survive in this environment was to stick together.
A snake cannot survive without a head. There must be a leader among a group of people to command it.
This leader is not only an honor, but also a responsibility.
He must lead these tribesmen to obtain food, and he must protect these tribesmen in a harsh environment.
This is a promise. The invisible contract was signed the day he became the leader.
Li Xuan met those enthusiastic eyes and said: "I will drive away those traitors so that you can live in peace."
"Your Highness, Chitose!"
Those warm glances turned into joy.
really.
Li Xuan no longer had any doubts in his heart.
I just feel bright.
…
Shi Gongming led his men and ran all the way.
"Aye, aye!"
Shi Jian caught up and said, "The Northern Xinjiang Army has left."
Shi Gongming reined in his horse, looked back at his embarrassed subordinates, and couldn't help crying, "Why is this? Why is it so?"
Shi Jian said: "Aye, what should we do next?"
Xie Zhong and several civil servants came in confusion.
"Ms. sir, the troops in Northern Xinjiang are so sharp that we may not be able to defeat them."
Shi Gongming's eyes suddenly turned cold and he said: "This battle with the Northern Xinjiang Army was a sneak attack, not a crime of war!"
Xie Zhong was startled, thinking that in the previous fight, Beijiang broke through their defenses with just one assault. This cannot be explained by a sneak attack.
This is a lack of strength!
"Tell them to go back and prepare food, wine, and pensions."
Shi Gongming waved his hand and Xie Zhong saluted, "Yes."
Shi Jian said with some frustration: "Aye, we are not the enemy of the Northern Xinjiang Army. Then Li Xuan's attack timing was just right. He is indeed a famous commander."
Seeing Shi Gongming's silence, he persuaded him: "Aye, how about we continue to sit back and watch!"
"I think so too." Shi Gongming's eyes were gloomy, "Before I met the Northern Xinjiang Army and Li Xuan, I thought I could fight. Only now did I know that Li Xuan, who could destroy Beiliao,
My ability in using troops is far inferior to that of me.
Everyone thought that he would use all his strength to deal with Shi Zhongtang's army coming out of seclusion. I sent out scouts widely, thinking that they could cover up his surprise attack. But I didn't expect that he would find another way...I am convinced."
"Then..." Shi Jian had never seen Shi Gongming like this before, and he felt sad and a little desperate, "Aye, what should we do?"
"Are you worried?"
"Yes, I used to think that Yan Dong could compete for the world, but today I realized that I was totally wrong." Shi Jian said, "Aye, how about we withdraw!"
"Idiot." Shi Gongming smiled and said, "Do you know why as a father, you want people to advocate crimes other than war?"
"To appease the army."
"Why pacify the army?"
Shi Jian said: "Aye is not willing to give in?"
"I have said that if you lose at the hands of Li Xuan, you will take it seriously. But Dalang! When you compete for power, you will either succeed or die. Once we take that step, we can never look back."
Shi Jian's body was shaken, "Are they going to kill them all?"
"When the Tang Dynasty was founded, what happened to the smoke and dust?"
After the founding of the Tang Dynasty, most of the leaders of various factions died. Even if they surrendered, they would not escape death in the end.
"Those who have rebelled are a thorn in the emperor's side!" Shi Gongming smiled sadly, "I made a wrong step. In this life, I can only drift with the tide."
"Aye!" Shi Jian felt sad.
"Now there is only one hope left." Shi Gongming said: "If Shi Zhongtang can win, then I, Yan Dong, still have something to do!"
Shi Jian's eyes flashed with joy, and then he said sadly, "Aye, you said that Shi Zhongtang is from a foreign race."
"I originally hoped that Shi Zhongtang would be defeated miserably and not end well. But now, you and I are seeing a disaster coming. Who can help us, so what if I call him Aye?"
…
"Get out of town!"
Qian Song finally couldn't bear it anymore and asked people to open the city gate and go out to test.
The hundreds of cavalrymen were cursing. When they saw thousands of cavalrymen coming out of the city, the captain at the head shouted: "Zhahu!"
Hundreds of cavalrymen ran away in a hurry, while the Yuezhou cavalrymen cautiously moved forward to test the situation.
I have no choice but to worry about being beaten and ambushed.
Going all the way, we arrived at the place where the Northern Xinjiang Army once camped, leaving only an empty wilderness.
"Go and report to the envoy!"
"They're gone!"
There was a buzz in Qian Song's mind, and he hissed: "This must be an attempt to attack the east. What is he going to do?"
Tan Yun said: "After Ashina Yanrong was defeated, he defended Jianzhou. The Northern Xinjiang army could not attack, and Jiagu Pass was indestructible. It is impossible for Li Xuan to come to Yuezhou in vain. Is he full?
!”
Various thoughts were running through Qian Song's mind, and he suddenly slapped the city head, "Daizhou!"
Tan Yun's heart skipped a beat.
Qian Song had already thought clearly about the cause and effect, "Your Majesty leaves Jiagu Pass, and we are watching from the south. This is a pincer attack. If Shi Gongming can defeat Daizhou and attack Lizhou, the morale of the Northern Xinjiang army will be chaotic. This is a sure kill.
situation!"
"Pretend to attack Yuezhou and raid Daizhou." Tan Yun turned pale, "The three armies are like three iron fists. Li Xuan is going to defeat one of them first!"
Qian Song clasped his hands together. The governor, who did not believe in gods and Buddhas, said piously: "I beg the gods to protect you..."'
Tan Yun retreated, looked up at the clear sky, and suddenly smiled bitterly.
"If the King of Qin takes action, Shi Gongming may be...unable to escape disaster!"
…
After Jianzhou learned that the Northern Xinjiang Army was besieging Yuezhou, some people were worried that Yuezhou would fall and the communication between the Guanzhong army and Laochao would be cut off.
"The king's army is about to leave the border. What can he do even if he captures Yuezhou?" Ashina Yanrong looked a little thinner, but became more and more calm.
"When he conquers Yuezhou, he still has to leave men and horses to defend it. If the decisive battle is defeated, the Yuezhou defenders will be alone and can attack with a single drum!"
Ashina Yanrong looked at his subordinates and said solemnly: "The king will personally direct this battle, and we will attack enthusiastically to avenge our previous shame!"
A clerk came in and said, "General, a messenger from Yuezhou just came to ask for some water and change horses. He said that the siege of Yuezhou was caused by Li Xuan's false shot, which was fired in the east and struck in the west."
Everyone was stunned.
Then, they all looked at Ashina Yanrong.
Ashina Yanrong drew his sword and cut off a corner of the case.
That old face turned red with embarrassment.
"Shi Gongming is in danger!"
…
The army marched slowly on the official road.
Ahead is Jiagu Pass, and the guard has already led his people to wait at the foot of the pass.
"I've met the king!"
Shi Zhongtang nodded, "Is there any change in the Northern Xinjiang Army?"
The guard said: "There was no movement, not even the scouts came."
"Jianzhou is the barrier of Jiagu Pass. It will be difficult for the Northern Xinjiang Army's scouts to spy on the pass!" Wei Ming was eager to try, "Your Majesty, please order me to attack."
"Wait a minute." Shi Zhongtang smiled calmly, "Let's see the movements of the Northern Xinjiang Army."
He went up to the top of the city, looked ahead, and said: "One man is here to guard the pass, and no one can open it. It is a dangerous pass in the pass. I could have stood firm and used the pass in the pass as my foundation, and slowly planned it. But the whole world is watching.
To the south, if I cannot hold on, the general trend will turn towards the northern Xinjiang army."
Shi Zhongtang looked at his subordinates, "Are you confident in this battle?"
"have!"
Everyone knows that this battle will determine the general trend of the world.
Victory, Shi Zhongtang's power to dominate the world is unstoppable.
And they are all the heroes of the new dynasty, and their children and grandchildren are rich and noble.
Just thinking about it makes everyone feel hot.
Someone came to report, "Your Majesty, Li Mi and his people are still fleeing to Shu."
He Zun said: "That man's courage is so cowardly that it is despicable."
"The founding emperors often went to battle in person, and they knew the sufferings of the people. Therefore, after they ascended the throne, they administered the government calmly and did not panic when encountering enemies. Later, the emperors grew up in the deep palaces, enjoying themselves all day long. How could they know about military and state affairs?"
Shi Zhongtang sighed: "Li Mi is good at power, but power is used by ministers. The emperor should be above him, overlooking the world like a god. Using authority and upright means is the way of a king. Li Mi, let's go
Derailed."
"Your majesty is what you fight for." Wei Ming said, "Then Li Bi is not even qualified to lead a horse for your majesty."
The corners of Shi Zhongtang's mouth curled up slightly, thinking of how he often held horses for Zhang Huan in order to please him.
"After defeating the Northern Xinjiang Army, the corner of Shu is nothing to worry about." Shi Zhongtang really didn't take Shu seriously. "The road to Shu is difficult. I only need to block the passage from Shu to the outside world.
Just think about it, most of the meat-eaters in the Tang Dynasty followed Li Mi in Shu, what will happen as time goes by?"
"Infighting!" He Zun's eyes lit up, "Your Majesty, you are so clever!"
"Ha ha ha ha!"
Shi Zhongtang burst into laughter.
"The art of war is just about pondering people's hearts." Shi Zhongtang stroked his beard and smiled, showing his calmness, "Li Xuan is known as a famous commander, and I have long wanted to fight him. This is my chance."
"The king will surely win." A man who was demoted from an official position said flatteringly.
Wei Ming glanced at this man with disdain and said: "This time my army came out of the pass, the southern army was watching eagerly, and Shi Gongming attacked Lizhou. This was a three-pronged attack. Even if Li Xuan had three heads and six arms, he could only say nothing.
.”
The demoted official flattered him and said with a smile: "The traitor who dares to resist the king's master is seeking death! After the victory, I suggested that this person be thrown into the Gongling Tomb to guard the tomb of his deceased father. In this way, he can
Demonstrate the benevolence of the king."
For those who have competed in the world, if they lose, they would rather die than live.
This is not kindness, but humiliation!
I know that I am filial to the emperor, but I am afraid that the coffin boards will not be able to hold it down.
Wei Ming shook his head, feeling that once these demoted officials rebelled, they would be the cruelest to their original masters and have the most vicious ideas.
"When I was in Chang'an, I had a relationship with Li Xuan. At that time, Li Xuan was arrogant... Then, this battle will shatter his arrogance!" Shi Zhongtang had memories in his eyes.
What He Zun admires most is the attitude of strong men like Shi Zhongtang who treat strong enemies as if they are nothing.
When the army first started, many people were worried about a disastrous defeat, but Shi Zhongtang was always confident.
It was this confidence that inspired his subordinates and convinced them.
Now, a huge foundation is in front of us.
The country is right in front of you!
Within reach!
He Zun's breathing was rapid. He looked at the civil and military officials, most of them were like this. Wei Ming's eyes even turned red.
"Defeat Li Xuan and rule the country!" Ashina Chunyu said what everyone was thinking.
More than a hundred riders appeared in the distance.
Until the city.
"It's the Yuezhou messenger."
Someone below the city said.
"Is the king here?" the messenger asked.
"The king is at the top of the city." The sergeant said, "Wait a minute."
"What are you waiting for?" The messenger was a little impatient.
"Self-search!" the sergeant said coldly.
After becoming king, Shi Zhongtang was heavily guarded.
After the search, the courier walked up the steps.
Shi Zhongtang was surrounded by everyone and looked at the messenger calmly.
Qian Song, Shier’s mother!
This is He Zun's idea.
That coward is probably here to ask for help!
"I have met the king."
The messenger salutes.
"Say!" Shi Zhongtang said calmly. At this moment, he was thinking about this battle in his mind.
Three armies are attacking together, how to coordinate?
Especially when it comes to Shi Gongming, this person does great things but cares about his own life. If he wants to induce him with benefits, he has to threaten him...
"Your Majesty, five days ago, Li Xuan led the Northern Xinjiang army to suddenly surround Yuezhou City."
If Yuezhou is lost, it is lost. It is not a bad thing.
Shi Zhongtang looked indifferent.
"Two days later, the envoy sent people out of the city to repel hundreds of cavalry. Only then did he realize that the Northern Xinjiang Army had already fled far away..."
He Zun's expression changed slightly.
"Shi Gongming!" Shi Zhongtang's eyes were slightly cold, "Quick, go find out the news!"
"King!"
A group of cavalry galloped over, looking disgraced.
"Li Xuan led his light cavalry to attack Shi Gongming, and Yan Dong's army was defeated miserably!"
