Late at night, Yang Lue was lying on the bed, and his mind was filled with what King Qin had said earlier.
He has mutton in one hand and a horizontal knife in the other. He eats meat in a friendly manner and covets the knife of the Tang Dynasty. This is the attitude of King Qin towards the outside world.
It is simple and crude. If those literati heard it, they would definitely feel sad and feel that it is too much.
But Yang Lue knew that this attitude was the right way. If Chen loses his deer, the whole world will chase him away.
Not only are the people of the world expelling him, but foreigners will also want to take a share of the pie. When the Northern Liao Dynasty was destroyed, Shegu...it was said that He Lianrong led others to annihilate his clan.
There are no more hidden dangers in the north.
If not, when the Northern Xinjiang army goes south, the Northern Liao army will definitely go south to take advantage of the fire and plunder.
First destroying the Northern Liao Dynasty, and then moving the army southward, this is the embodiment of King Qin's foreign attitude.
There is still the Southern Zhou Dynasty in the south, but after the last time the Southern Zhou Dynasty made a surprise attack on southern Xinjiang and was severely beaten, it has now ceased. It is estimated that the emperor and his ministers are worried about being retaliated by the Tang Dynasty.
-The next ones are the barbarians and Luoluo in the west.
Western Xinjiang has been unable to develop, not because of the poor mountains and rivers, but because of the troubles caused by the barbarians.
The barbarians in the west are barbaric and arrogant, and they often invade the western frontier.
The imperial court also sent envoys to Luoluo to protest, but the people of Luoluo said very sternly: "There is nothing we can do about those barbarians. Otherwise, the Tang Dynasty will destroy them?"
Under the harassment of barbarians, the population of Western Xinjiang is not large, and they have to conquer those barbarians for this place that does not have much oil and water, and they have enough to eat.
Therefore, the situation in the west has been dire.
In other words, now that foreigners are not the primary threat, the King of Qin can calmly solve the internal problems of the Tang Dynasty before looking to the outside world.
Internally, Shi Zhongtang fled, and when he returned to southern Xinjiang, he would probably resort to force and prepare to resist the northern Xinjiang army's southward march.
By the way, there is also Shi Gongming! A cold look flashed in Yang Lue's eyes.
Shi Gongming had always given him the impression of being harmless.
Unexpectedly, this harmless Eastern Xinjiang Jiedushi almost tricked the King of Qin at the last moment.
Before the battle with the rebels in southern Xinjiang, if Shi Gongming succeeded in attacking Lizhou, even if he used troops like the King of Qin, he would be able to do nothing but avoid the battle.
The situation at that time was not known until Yang Lue came, and it was really critical. Therefore, the King of Qin took the risk of taking the mountain road to raid Shi Gongming.
Now that Shi Gongming has returned to Huizhou, after learning the outcome of the war, he will definitely recruit troops frantically to prepare for the rumored revenge of the broad-minded King of Qin.
This is still a problem.
Before going south, Shi Gongming must be dealt with, otherwise there will always be a threat behind him and he will not be able to fully deal with the southern Xinjiang rebels.
The more Yang Lue thought about it, the more he couldn't sleep, so he simply got up and went out.
He lived in the front yard, and he was accompanied by important ministers around King Qin. For example, He Lianrong, no, he was the master of mercy.
Under the moonlight, the bald head of Master Mercy is particularly conspicuous. "Is Mr. Yang sleeping?"
He Lianrong asked. "Master didn't sleep either."
"The poor monk is thinking about who to hit first." "Oh!"
Yang Lue didn't expect that the master would actually think of something like him. "Which place does the master think we should hit first?"
"His Highness defeated Shi Ni and shocked the world. He then took control of Guanzhong. This is a destiny. Logically, Shi Ni should be defeated first."
"Are you worried that Shi Ni will recover quickly?"
"Yes." He Lianrong said: "The south is rich, and there are many strong men there. If we give him time, he will become a serious problem sooner or later."
"But the army is marching south, and Shi Gongming is behind it. How can we put down the rebellion wholeheartedly?"
"The poor monk thought that we could suppress Shi Gongming with one force and send the main force south to put down the rebellion."
"Now that we have captured Guanzhong, some of the troops in His Highness' hands have been dispersed, and the number of men and horses has become smaller and smaller. You are right, but we still have to wait for the reinforcements from Northern Xinjiang to arrive."
"Why!"
It will take time for the reinforcements from the northern Xinjiang to arrive. But now, time is running out!
On the second day, He Lianrong invited Li Xuan and said
"How many people have doubts about this?" Li Xuan asked. "Most people."
Li Xuan took the biscuits from Wu Da and said, "We called them together and told them all together. By the way, can you eat it?"
He Lianrong shook his head, and Li Xuan ordered: "Give it to Mercy...for meat-eaters, right?"
He Lianrong nodded, "Eat." "Make him a bowl of mutton buns."
Li Xuan sat in the courtyard and had breakfast, a mouthful of Hu biscuits and a mouthful of mutton soup, which was hearty.
The mutton soup is made by the cook starting from the mutton bones in the middle of the night. It is very fragrant.
Suzaku said it was a gout set meal, but Li Xuan turned a deaf ear to it.
According to his view, everything in the world is harmful to people, so just stop it in moderation. If you can't eat this, you can't eat that, it's overkill.
When people live, they have to be at ease.
After breakfast, he went to the state hall where the officials were waiting.
King Qin sat down and said, "Looking at your pale face, it can be seen that your body and bones are not good, He'er."
"Here!" Jiang Heer took a step forward.
Li Xuan pointed at the ministers, "Go back and give each of you a fat sheep, plus the medicinal materials just sent, let them supplement."
"Thank you, Your Highness!" The ministers thanked him.
It doesn't matter whether the reward is more or less, the key is the attitude of the King of Qin, which shows concern for his subjects.
After Li Xuan finished his kindness, he said: "Are you worried that Shi Gongming will be in trouble when he goes south?"
A civil servant came out and said, "Exactly. But if we attack Shi Gongming first, the ministers and others are worried that Shi Zhongtang will become powerful, so we are in a dilemma."
"It's not difficult!"
Li Xuan said calmly: "You are worried about Shi Ni becoming a powerful person, but how can Gu give him a chance to become powerful?"
"Then Shi Gongming's side..."
King Qin said contemptuously: "He alone, still want to hold me back?"...
The atmosphere in Huizhou is a bit strange.
Sima Xie Zhong walked hurriedly from one side of the long street.
The leaves on the street trees were withered. A gust of wind blew by, and the fallen leaves flew with dust. Xie Zhong squinted his eyes and stretched out his hand to cover it.
There were few pedestrians on the street, and those few pedestrians were walking in a hurry and looked panicked.
It seems like a disaster is about to happen.
Xie Zhong shook his sleeves and sighed.
The gatekeeper of the Jiedushi Mansion looked listless. "I've seen Xie Sima." The gatekeeper saluted.
"Is Mr. Xie here?" Xie Zhong asked. "Yes."
Xie Zhong was thinking as he entered. Why are pedestrians so worried?
In the past, if the disciple saw him, he would definitely smile and hold his hands in front of him, and even say some congratulatory and flattering words. But before, the disciple was lazy and even the salute was a bit reluctant.
As soon as he entered the courtyard, he heard a bang in the lobby, followed by Shi Gongming's roar.
"Those who disobey will be beaten to death!"
Then, an official came out in embarrassment. When he saw Xie Zhong, he cupped his hands and smiled bitterly, "Thank you, Sima."
Xie Zhong pointed inside, and the official whispered: "We are going to recruit grain and grass. The local officials are complaining, saying that the people's homes are running out of grain. If we continue to force them, they are afraid of being killed..."
"Isn't it just harvest time?" Xie Zhong asked.
The official sighed, "The last time we sent out troops, there was a levy, and many people were given money from their belts. After the wheat harvest this time, the whole family didn't have enough to eat, and they had to pay grain... Thanks Sima
If this continues, big problems will arise."
"I understand."
Xie Zhong nodded and tried to look calm. "Who is outside?"
Shi Gongming said coldly.
Xie Zhong went in and saluted, "I have met your husband." "How is it?" Shi Gongming asked.
Xie Zhong went to a wealthy family in the city today to ask for money and food. It's okay for you to beg.
Xie Zhong smiled bitterly, "Most of them are prevaricating."
Those wealthy clans are complaining endlessly, saying that we were punished last time when our husband raised an army.
"They said even the mice couldn't survive in the warehouse at home." "Really?" "Shi
Gongming's eyes flashed with murderous intent, "Kill a few of them."
"My lord, it's not appropriate to kill a chicken to scare a monkey at this time!" Xie Zhong said with a bitter smile: "Once we take action, those wealthy people will definitely be obedient on the surface, but in fact they are waiting to take action."
A wealthy family can survive for many years not by being kind and charitable, but by being ruthless.
Seeing that Shi Gongming was silent, Xie Zhong said: "Moreover, we have just recruited warriors, and then collected grain and grass from the people. Mr.... the taxes we just collected
One!"
"Lao Xie, the battle between Shi Zhongtang and Li Xuan is definitely over now. Shi Zhongtang wins, let's go north. But how much food and grass are needed to go north? As for the common people and the big families, we have all left and left it to Shi Zhongtang.
worry!"
This is such an evil and smoky idea!
You made the place a mess and then walked away. Shi Zhongtang, who took over later, was furious, but there was nothing he could do.
But from then on, everyone became mortal enemies.
Xie Zhong sighed in his heart and finally advised: "But if Li Xuan wins..."
That's the son of the former prince who is under the banner of rebellion. You are so cruel to the people. Isn't this just right on his knife edge?
"He?" Shi Gongming sneered, "He can't win."
"It's always good to be careful. How about we wait until the battle report comes?" Xie Zhong still refused to give up.
"Lao Xie." Shi Gongming stood up and said with bright eyes: "To do big things, you have to be decisive. Anyone who is indecisive or changes his orders day and night will probably not end well!"
"Aye!"
Shi Jian rushed in, bringing with him a blast of cold wind. "Da Lang!" Shi Gongming smiled, "But there is news?" Shi Jian's face flushed, "Aye, Shi Zhongtang, defeated!" A quiet order was issued in the lobby.
Xie Zhong wanted to breathe hard.
Shi Zhongtang actually lost? That idiot! What a great situation!
The key is that after Li Xuan wins, he will take root here. Moreover, the Northern Xinjiang Army holds Lizhou and Daizhou and blocks the passage to the north.
The Eastern Xinjiang Army was actually locked up. There was only one way to survive.
Waiting anxiously for the day when the Northern Xinjiang Army will press hard. What should I do?
Xie Zhong felt like his mind was in chaos.
Shi Gongming took a deep breath, "We have already collected the taxes, how can we collect them again? How shameless are we to eat our grain? Let them come back."
"yes!"
I don't know when there were officials standing outside, all looking at Shi Gongming in silence.
Shi Gongming's face was rosy and he smiled, "I would like to thank you for going to those wealthy families and telling them that the Jiedushi government has sufficient money and food."
"yes!"
Shi Gongming looked at the officials, "Li Xuan defeated Shi Zhongtang, but the Northern Xinjiang army must have suffered heavy casualties and would be unable to compete with us in the Eastern Xinjiang. I originally wanted to take advantage of the situation and send troops, but if you think about it carefully, the world is in chaos and the people are suffering. Why bother?"
In this way, we in the Eastern Territory should guard our gates and regard peace as the most important thing." The officials dispersed.
Shi Gongming watched them leave, the smile on his face gradually dissipated. Poof!
He sat down.
Panting: "Don't panic, don't panic, Shi Zhongtang still holds Guanzhong in his hands, and when the Northern Xinjiang army goes south, they have to worry about being cut off by him and cutting off the food route. Our good days are still going to be long!"
Shi Jian lowered his head. Shi Gongming looked at him and said in astonishment, "Why is this, Dalang?"
"Aye, Jiagu Pass has been occupied by King Wei."
Shi Gongming's expression changed, but then he smiled, "King Wei has occupied Jiagu Pass, and the emperor will definitely come back. Hey! There are three families, it's really lively now. Good thing, we are just watching the excitement."
The emperor's urinary history is very clear. Once he returns to Guanzhong, he will definitely defend it, and then use his own political tactics to stir up trouble in the Northern Xinjiang Army.
Can't live in peace.
Shi Jian still lowered his head.
This son is usually impatient, how could he be like this? Shi Gongming asked: "But he encountered trouble?"
Yes, after Daizhou returned from the defeat, there were a lot of criticisms within Dongjiang. If he hadn't held a large army, someone would have rebelled.
But even so, it is a stumbling block for their father and son.
There were still a lot of people. It was time to kill a few... Shi Gongming looked outside coldly, picked up the teacup and prepared to take a sip.
"Aye, King Wei dedicated Jiagu Pass to Li Xuan." Bah!
The tea cup fell on the table, and the tea splashed everywhere.