"Since the Kaiyuan Dynasty, the Shannan West Road has tried to control this area, using it to aid Guanzhong in the north and connect Shukou in the south." Read the minutes of Fang Yu in the history.
After sending the generals down, Pei Mao sat on the couch and sighed for no reason.
Xun You guessed that the other party was worried about the safety of his son Pei Jun in Shu. Even if there were elders to help him, the other party was only fifteen or sixteen years old, so it would be difficult for him to preside over such an important event. So, Xun You said:
"The tradition of Dunyi is passed down in your family. Although your son is far away in Sichuan and cannot succeed in his affairs, his intelligence can save him."
"I hope so." Pei Mao followed his words and said: "Since you have the king's mandate, you should work hard for it. How can you be afraid and care about your own safety? If this unworthy man is unworthy and fails to live up to the king's mandate, even if he saves his life
Come on, I won’t let him go either.”
Pei Mao was strict in running the family, and his sons, including Pei Qian, Pei Jun, and Pei Hui, were very sensible and reasonable under his control. Some people once said that his Pei family's legacy was accumulated over generations and would eventually begin to be carried forward in his generation.
Xun You was slightly moved and said, "Don't worry too much, Mr. Pei! Your husband has his elder brother-in-law, who is mature and capable, and he has the Pingquan supervisor to arrange things for you. When something happens, he will take the initiative when he comes to Jingda."
Lean over and work together, and you won't have to worry about success. I'll just wait for the news for the next few days."
Pei Maoshu relaxed his brows a little and asked softly: "What about Zhang Lu? The Five Pecks of Rice Road has many followers in Bazhong. They fled south here, just like tigers returning to the mountains and forests. Even if there is Lai Min, there are still my sons and others to prepare for it.
, I’m afraid that a fierce battle will inevitably happen afterwards.”
"Zhang Lu Nai retreated calmly, not in a hurry." Xun You disagreed and shook his head and said: "If they really have a stubborn intention to resist, why should they leave their accumulated wealth, food, grass and other things in the treasury? They will neither burn them nor take them away.
, allowing them to strengthen our army, it can be seen that they still have a little bit of luck in their hearts, and maybe they will fall due to the situation."
Pei Mao thought quietly for a while, and finally agreed with Xun You's point of view, nodded and said: "If that's the case, then this southern expedition will really be blessed by God."
The two then discussed and planned to keep Zhu Hao, the commander of Nanzheng, to act as the prefect of Hanzhong and temporarily preside over the civil affairs of Hanzhong. As for the military affairs of Hanzhong, they were left to Meng Da who was stationed in Chenggu and Taishi Ci who went east to Shangyong.
The remaining generals reorganized a little, and with the infantry captain Xu Huang as the vanguard, they led 20,000 elite soldiers, as well as more than 70,000 volunteers, county soldiers, and civilians, totaling 100,000 troops, and rushed to Baishui Pass.
Baishui Pass is an important pass between Yizhou and Hanzhong. Zhang Lu was a simple man, so he could choose not to go through Baishui Pass and directly escape over the mountains and ridges to Bazhong. However, Pei Mao and tens of thousands of people could not do it and still had to take the main road.
Go to Baishui Pass in order to deter Yizhou.
When the army hurriedly arrived at Baishui Pass, news of success came from Taishi Ci in the east. Yang Ang, the defender of Huangjin garrison, led his troops to surrender. The powerful Shen clan from Shangyong, Xicheng and other places also sent troops to participate in the battle, saying that
He surrendered. So Pei Mao ordered Tai Shici to lead troops to garrison Shangyong in order to have a closer look at Fengling and Jingzhou behind it. It was not until Hanzhong was completely settled that Pei Mao wrote another Feng memorial, which successfully reported Zhang Luna's escape to Hanzhong.
The earth has already pointed down and descended.
It also elaborates on the achievements of Xu Huang and others in defeating the enemy by taking risks after leaving Luo Valley, and asks the emperor to reward them, as well as the early removal of prefects, county magistrates and other officials who went south to take up their posts. This memorial is very true.
It did not over exaggerate Xu Huang's military exploits and ensured the achievements of Gaishun, Ju Jun and others in the battle, but also regarded the achievements of Xu Huang's partial division as a highlight that could be boasted.
For two days in a row, the emperor received news of the victory over Yangping and the surrender of Hanzhong. This cleared away the stagnation in his chest, and even his voice became lighter: "Hanzhong is at peace, and the rice thieves have fled. Now all we have to do is wait."
Further good news.”
Although the emperor's expression did not change, Sikong Zhaowen, who was good at observing words and expressions, still heard the happiness in the emperor's words. He said: "Since the army marched south, it has made many military exploits. Please tell me how your majesty rewards mediocre and meritorious ministers."
, in order to prepare.”
"Soldiers have traveled hard and served bravely, so naturally they should be rewarded more." The emperor nodded and said: "Now let's remember the merits first, and then reward them after Yizhou is pacified. How about it?"
Zhao Wen had no problem and responded repeatedly: "However, when Wuyin Hou Cen Gong conquered Shu, Jiangguan, Guanghan and other places, Emperor Guangwu first issued many favors and edicts, and only after the success was achieved, he would give rewards. Now.
It is right to cite the established example and send an imperial edict to Pei Mao first to encourage the soldiers of the three armies."
Taiwei Dong Cheng, who was standing by, was a little jealous. It would be great if the emperor would let him lead the troops into battle, but the emperor was guarding him overtly and secretly. Not only did he transfer and merge his troops, but he also did not give him any
The opportunity to lead troops out. Fortunately, besides this, the emperor still relied heavily on him and allowed him to serve as a support in the court to check and balance the forces in Kanto and Kansai. Otherwise, Dong Cheng would really suspect that the emperor would cook his lackey.
Now Pei Mao saw that he was going to make a great contribution. Since he couldn't stop him, it was good to drag him deliberately. So he said in a muffled voice: "In the battle to conquer Shu, Hanzhong is just a forward, let alone the thief Zhang Lu."
, after all, it is not a complete victory, and it is indeed too early for the court to reward you now."
He also wanted to say that he might have to suffer several losses in Baishui Pass, Jiange and other dangerous passes in the future. Didn't Cen Peng still fight several hard battles when he conquered Shu? But this was too unlucky to say in front of the emperor.
speak.
"That's the truth." The emperor responded. Quan Zuo agreed, and then said: "Su Gu, the prefect of Hanzhong, died at the hands of thieves. The court should be proud. I remember he is from Fufeng?"
"Only, this person is a martial artist from Fufeng. During the Zhongping period, he was transferred as Yilang to the prefect of Hanzhong." Situ Ma Rixi has been in the center for a long time and is familiar with personnel. He is also a native of Fufeng. He was the first to answer: "Other than that
, his disciples such as Chen Tiao, chief bookkeeper Zhao Song and others died for the Lord, which is a heroic act and should also be commended."
"If these two people have heirs, the ones of suitable age can be promoted to the public office. If they are younger, they can enter the Imperial Academy." The emperor was not familiar with these two names, so he just said casually. His attention at the moment was entirely on Su Gu.
If Su Gu was born in the Su family of Fufeng, then he should have some relationship with Su Ze who studied in Taixue. It is a pity that he had already decided on the academic system of Taixue, and now is not the time to let Su Ze become an official. Otherwise, he could really borrow
This promoted him.
When he came back to his senses, the emperor saw that everyone was silent, and he suddenly smiled and said: "Hanzhong County is in a dangerous position. In the front, Gongsun Shu proclaimed himself the emperor of Shuzhong, and in the back, Zhang Lu defended himself in danger, but the imperial court failed to respond in time.
The reason why the land fell into the hands of others is because of the lack of control. Now that Hanzhong is back under the rule of the imperial court, we should learn from the past and take precautions."
"We can select good, honest and capable officials to serve in Hanzhong." Ma Rixi had already planned to recommend candidates.
Zhao Wen, who had been following the emperor these days, vaguely understood what the other party meant, and said: "In addition to selecting good officials to serve, I think it is better to be directly under the imperial court, like Sanfu, Hedong and other counties, under the command of the Sili Xiaowei. That's it.
, it should not be left to the hands of any frontier officials, and there will be no danger in Shu, and there will naturally be peace in Guanzhong."
"That's exactly what I meant." The emperor said with a smile: "From now on, Hanzhong will be under the control of Sili Xiaowei and will no longer be handed over to Yizhou. Wang Lang will be the prefect and Taishi Ci will be the Shangyong Commander." 11