"Your Majesty, the training of the new soldiers went quite smoothly.
This year, the world still uses Daqian to mark the year, which is the sixteenth year of Daqian.
On the first day of the sixteenth year of Da Qian, Shi Zhongtang also followed the example of the Chang'an Great Court Meeting and convened his civil and military officials to discuss matters.
Just like the Chang'an Great Court Meeting, it begins with a demonstration of merit.
Shi Zhongtang nodded slightly, very satisfied, "We must practice quickly. Also, how about the food and grass?"
A civil servant came out and said, "We have gathered a lot of food and grass recently, enough for the army to chew."
He Zun knew that just by these understatements, countless wealthy families had been reduced to ruins.
If you don’t have enough money and food, then your house will be confiscated!
Shi Zhongtang was a little apprehensive at first about this kind of fishing, but now, he is unscrupulous.
"Last year, my army invaded Guanzhong, but due to bad luck, it retreated to Qinghe."
Shi Zhongtang did not shy away from last year's failure, which made He Zun feel more energetic.
"Victory and defeat are common matters for military strategists. Before the founding of the Tang Dynasty, it was defeated and almost destroyed. But later it rose up again in the face of adversity, defeated its opponents, and established the world."
Before the founding of the Tang Dynasty, it was beaten by a puff of smoke and dust. But later it defeated this most powerful opponent in one battle.
Therefore, many people have said that this is destiny.
"The King of Qin stayed away from Guanzhong, which is the root of self-departure. Guanzhong is the center of the world and has countless powerful families. When the King of Qin was in the northern frontier, he suppressed the wealthy families and even confiscated their families and exterminated them. He even said that the powerful families were of no use to the world. These words made the great families of the world do it. Angry."
Shi Zhongtang said sarcastically: "If he doesn't go to Guanzhong, in my opinion, he knows that he has offended the great clans in the world, and he is worried that he will be surrounded and killed if he enters Chang'an. Please note that if the great clans of Guanzhong join forces, they can destroy the country."
The Tang Dynasty relied on the powerful Guanzhong clan to make its fortune, so these words are correct.
"He thought he could avoid this trend by staying away from Guanzhong, but this is the general trend. The general trend is like a tide. Those who follow it will prosper, and those who go against it will perish."
Shi Zhongtang said with bright eyes: "The big clan is the backbone of the country, but he treats it as a cancer. This is going against the trend. Although he is going well at the moment, once the big clan in Guanzhong takes action, he will become a street rat."
The ministers were in high spirits.
"Now the Northern Xinjiang army is trapped on the front line of Songzhou and Shangzhou. I am preparing my troops in Qinghe. I only wait for the opportunity to come together and then lead the army northward to avenge my previous humiliation!
The ministers saluted, "We are willing to die for your Majesty!" "Hahahaha!"
Shi Zhongtang stroked his beard and laughed. "Your Highness, Chunyu is here."
Chunyu met the Northern Xinjiang Army Rangers halfway and was detained again, thus delaying the trip.
"What did King Qin say?" Shi Zhongtang asked.
"The King of Qin said that he would not withdraw his troops until the king dies." Chunyu said,
"Joke!" Shi Zhongtang sneered.
"He also said that we alone are not worthy of inflicting injuries on the Northern Xinjiang Army." "What a shameless statement!" He Zun said.
"This man has really got carried away with his pride." Someone said, "A arrogant soldier will be defeated!"
Shi Zhongtang nodded and felt that Chunyu had come at the right time. "Your Majesty, Deputy Ambassador Wei is back."
"Why is he back?"
Wei Ming came in and saluted. Shi Zhongtang said coldly: "You are not at the front, why did you come back?"
Wei Ming said: "Your Majesty, Songzhou and Shangzhou have fallen." Shi Zhongtang tensed up and shouted: "Incompetent!"
Immediately, he wanted to get someone to take action.
Wei Ming raised his head and said, "Shangzhou guard Ashina Jianyun went to battle without permission, was defeated and captured, and deputy general Chen Fang abandoned the city and fled.
This has nothing to do with me! "Where is Songzhou?"
Murderous intent flashed across Shi Zhongtang's eyes.
Wei Ming saw this and said: "I led my army to rescue Songzhou. Who knew that the King of Qin actually set up an ambush halfway? Fortunately, I discovered it in time and lost hundreds of cavalry."
A sergeant came in, but he was a spy.
He nodded slightly, indicating that Wei Ming was right.
The good atmosphere suddenly disappeared.
Shi Zhong
Tang immediately held a banquet, but everyone ate absentmindedly and dispersed hastily.
He simply led his people out of Jiedushi's mansion and heard children singing outside.
"Every evil deed will be punished eventually. When Huang Liang wakes up from a dream,
Shi Zhongtang's expression changed, he took a deep breath, turned around, and the ministers just came out.
Shi Zhongtang said in a deep voice: "The current situation is difficult, everyone, just do your best!"
"yes."
He Zun stood behind, watching the ministers turn sideways and go out from Shi Zhongtang. Everyone lowered their heads, as if they were avoiding something.
It's that air of decadence.
Shi Zhongtang walked into the Jiedu Envoy's Mansion with a sullen face, "We can't retreat anymore." "Yes."
He Zun turned sideways and waited for him to come over, then followed him in behind him.
"If Huangzhou retreats again, the morale and morale of the army will be gone. What I am worried about is that the people will be scattered. Some people will surrender to the enemy. Please note that the King of Qin said that he will not accept surrender, which does not include civil servants."
"I know this.
The two entered the duty room. Shi Zhongtang sat down and slapped the table, "Wei Ming stood still and Ashina Jianyun was stupid!"
"Your Majesty, what matters now is not Wei Ming, but what to do next."
He Zun felt that Shi Zhongtang had gone to the other extreme. In adversity, he regarded eliminating dissidents as a top priority, but forgot the fundamentals.
"I have said that we can no longer retreat." Shi Zhongtang said, "Have you seen the looks on those people today?"
"I have seen it. If they retreat again, they may collude with the King of Qin."
"This is pressing forward step by step." Shi Zhongtang sneered, "In the early years, King Qin liked to travel long distances. He could have crossed Songzhou and Shangzhou, attacked Huangzhou, and even reached the hinterland of our southern Xinjiang to scare us.
The morale of the army was low. But he attacked step by step, which was to use force to overwhelm others. Step by step, this king had no choice but to fight decisively. And it could only be in Huangzhou."
"Huangzhou massacred the city." He Zun squinted, "It is rumored that the King of Qin was very angry at the massacre of Huangzhou, and this was the reason why he refused to surrender."
"Then let's see who kills whom!"
Shi Zhongtang was a hero after all, and he immediately cheered up, "Our new soldiers have practiced well, and the Northern Xinjiang Army is exhausted from attacking the city. Our army is waiting for work, and he will not accept the surrender. The soldiers will definitely be brave and not afraid of death.
I just want to defeat the Northern Xinjiang Army in order to survive. This is my destiny!"
"It rains a lot in spring in the south," He Zun smiled.
"Have you asked?"
"Yes, I asked many old farmers, and they all said that there will be no less rain this year. The roads are muddy and difficult to travel during the rainy season. Our army is resting in the Huangzhou area, but the Northern Xinjiang Army can only march hard in the mud."
"In this battle, I will personally lead the army."
Shi Zhongtang stood up, and then there was thunder outside. He couldn't help but put his palms up and said with a smile: "The bursts of spring thunder bring good luck!"
"This is God protecting the king.
He Zun's eyes also became more joyful. He left later.
After taking a rest today, He Zun found a wine shop and drank alone.
When he was half drunk, he pressed his glass and smiled bitterly, "When Songzhou and Shangzhou were still there, one more day would give us more confidence. Now that the Northern Xinjiang army is approaching the hinterland of Southern Xinjiang, people are panicking. At this time, the decisive battle will take place every night."
Every day, people's hearts will become more and more anxious. Every day is like a year!"
In Jiedushi's mansion, Shi Zhongtang had long since lost his smile after listening to Chun Yu talking about the situation of the Northern Xinjiang Army.
"The morale of the Northern Xinjiang army is high. I mentioned that someone called for a fight to go to Qinghe and capture the king alive. The clerk who escorted me out said, see you in Qinghe."
"Humph!" Shi Zhongtang sneered.
"The King of Qin looks quite majestic, and he looks at me as if he were an ant.
"I know." Chunyu resigned.
Shi Zhongtang sat in the duty room for a long time and said bitterly: "The people are divided. Is this forcing me to go to war as soon as possible?"
He ordered: "Let Chunyu come." Chunyu came back again.
"Hurry up about your enthronement." "Yes."
"Also, keep an eye on He Zun."
"Your Majesty, Mr. He is loyal to you." Chunyu felt that Shi Zhongtang was thinking too much.
"At this point, I don't believe anyone except you.
Chunyu was so moved that he knelt down and said, "I am willing to die for your Majesty."
After walking out of the check-in room, he suddenly thought of the rumors about Li Mi, which no one believed, including the imperial concubine.
The king has the appearance of an emperor!
Chunyu became happy, but suddenly he thought of King Qin and his ministers.
It seems more harmonious. Who is right and who is wrong?
In the duty room, Shi Zhongtang said: "Keep an eye on Chunyu."
"Yes." From the dim place behind him, a thin man came out, saluted, and left quietly.
"At first, I thought Li Mi was a fool and didn't trust the people around him. But now I know that everyone is seeking profit. The so-called loyalty is just because the benefits of betrayal are not enough."
Chang'an.
"Many dignitaries are coming back one after another. Someone asked to see Mr. Cao." An official reported.
Cao Ying was a director in the imperial city, and her housekeeper was placed in Zhongshu Province. This choice was very clever. Zhongshu was close to the emperor, but he was not the executor.
___I am not in charge.
Zhang Xu laughed at him for becoming timid now.
I just don’t dare to violate taboos... Cao Ying said lightly: "Tell them that I am busy and wait for His Highness to return!"
The official smiled bitterly, "Those people may not dare to ask to see His Highness.
"Why?"
"It's said outside that His Highness is easy to kill and likes to kill powerful people the most." That's nonsense!
But Cao Ying was not prepared to explain, "That's fine."
"Isn't this bad?" The official smiled bitterly.
"Why is it bad?" Cao Ying said: "His Royal Highness has not yet arrived, but there are legends about him in Guanzhong. It's very good!"
Outside the imperial city, several wealthy family heads received the reply and nodded with smiles. They said that when King Qin comes to Chang'an, they will definitely come to see him.
After the officials entered, someone sneered, "I'm not coming!"
"I'm not coming either."
"That man sees us as his enemies, so why are we here to tease him?" "Good news."
The imperial city faced Zhuque Street, and when the news of victory came, several wealthy families were startled.
"Where's the good news?"
"Your Highness, take back Songju and Sangju!"
Several family heads looked at each other.
"Then... wouldn't it mean that all the cities that Shi Ni had captured before were recovered?"
"yes!
"this"
The soldiers reporting the victory were shouting, "The world will be at peace."
Those pedestrians and merchants put their hands on their foreheads and were overjoyed. "The world is at peace."
The children also started making noises.
Joy spreads all the way from Zhuque Street.
"Is this world really going to be dominated by him?" A family head stamped his feet, "What will we do if he becomes an emperor?"
When the good news entered the imperial city, Cao Ying said happily: "Let me spread it throughout Guanzhong, wait, let me tell the princess, Liu Gong and others on the way.
Yang family.
Ever since Yang Songcheng returned and let his eldest son Yang Xinxiang, who had stayed behind, take over as head of the family, the Yang family has been keeping a particularly low profile.
After donating food, Yang Xinxiang ordered his family members to donate porridge and medicine from time to time, but this was done in the name of the government and had nothing to do with the Yang family at all.
This act of understanding makes those who are interested can't help but lament Yang's loss.
"Alang said that he had offended the King of Qin too much, and if he came back, he would inevitably die. He is not afraid of death, but he is worried that it will cause the King of Qin to take action against the Yang family."
In the study, Yang Xinxiang listened to his family members who had returned from Shu. "What happens next?" Yang Xinxiang asked.
"Alang said that all the grudges he had with the filial emperor must be fully cleared.
Cut off the clues for pursuit, otherwise
The Yang family could not escape the purge.
Yang Xinxiang said: "I have already asked people to take action on this matter. Tell Aye that there is no need to worry. It will take at least one or two years for King Qin to go on an expedition. It will be enough for us to do something."
"Yes." The family members excused themselves. "Mr. Lang."
A steward came in a hurry.
"The good news just arrived is that King Qin has recovered Songzhou and Shangzhou.
Yang Xinxiang's expression changed, "Hurry! Get people to cut off those clues! Hurry!"