After winning this battle, Zhang Huan's reputation was greatly enhanced. Everyone knew that the day when Prime Minister Zhang would ascend to Chang'an was not far away.
Zhang Chumao was waiting with joy to bid farewell to the old Shangguan. As for the post of Jiedushi, his father-in-law Yang Songcheng had already said that it was him.
Some people say that it is shameless for him to rely on women to gain power.
Zhang Chumao also felt humiliated at first. The first time he ate soft rice, he felt very uncomfortable and very sad.
The second time he ate the soft rice, he felt that it... had some taste.
The third time I ate soft rice...it tasted so good!
Since I can succeed without working hard, why should I work hard?
You want to say that a life of hard work is worth it. I'm sorry, we just want to enjoy it.
Just like a prince, he is destined to be rich and wealthy throughout his life. His basic necessities, food, clothing, housing and transportation can make ordinary people envious, jealous and hateful, but they take it for granted.
Logically Zhang Huan should also be aware of this situation, and should immediately release more goodwill and rights to him.
For example, can the aftermath of this battle be left to me?
Your great merit has been taken away, which is enough for you to fly to Chang'an. Then, you leave the rest of the merit to me, and we form a good relationship, is that okay?
Zhang Huan told him with his own words and deeds.
I thought it was inappropriate!
He didn't ask Zhang Chumao, but Yang Xuan.
This feels like a slap in the face!
Of course Yang Xuan also knows this meaning, but in full view of the public, he can't back down!
Even the father-in-law stood beside Zhang Huan and raised his eyebrows at him.
Boy!
Don’t give Zhang Chumao face!
superior!
I like you very much!
Yang Xuan thought for a while, "After defeating the main force of the enemy, this southern expedition has actually achieved its goal."
"We haven't even reached Bianjing yet!" A general questioned.
Yang Xuan smiled and said: "What is the purpose of this southern expedition? Punishment! Punishment is only one of them."
"Why?" Zhang Huan asked with a relaxed expression, holding his hands behind his hands.
After this battle, all the things that had been imprisoned in him in the past seemed to have been broken free.
"The Southern Zhou Dynasty used to be quite fearful and respectful towards the Tang Dynasty, and never dared to take a step beyond its borders. They were afraid of the Tang Dynasty's invincible army going south, so much so that they had to send protons. But since the Northern Liao Dynasty began to suppress the northern Xinjiang, the Southern Zhou Dynasty began to take action.
Already."
When Li Yuan ascended the throne, the first thing he did was to clean up.
First the palace was cleaned, then the army.
The father and son were not in the right position, and they were worried that loyal people in the army would oppose them, so they couldn't wait to start the purge.
Pei Jiu was so powerful in Northern Xinjiang that his death represented the decline of Northern Xinjiang.
Then Beiliao gradually took the initiative.
The kings and ministers of the Southern Zhou Dynasty looked at it and said, "Hey! The Tang Dynasty is... dying?"
Then why don’t we try it too?
The flames of foreign rebellion in southern Xinjiang were thus ignited by the Southern Zhou Dynasty.
The Tang Dynasty originally wanted to conquer the south, but Nian Xu affectionately summoned Helian Peak to the north.
The army of the Northern Liao Dynasty was on the alert. Once the Tang Dynasty dared to march south, they would overwhelm the country and march south!
Li Yuan shrank.
From then on, the morale of the monarchs and ministers of Southern Zhou Dynasty was improved.
The Tang Dynasty was nothing more than that!
They unscrupulously supported the foreign races in southern Xinjiang, not only supporting food and weapons, but also sending instructors to train the rebels.
"This time our army has dealt a heavy blow to Nanzhou. No matter how ambitious Nian Xu is, he can only hold back. Nanzhou will no longer blatantly intervene in the Southern Xinjiang rebellion. Then, the Southern Xinjiang army can calmly suppress the rebels!
"
This is the biggest gain from this battle!
Rather than punishment!
That old dog Li Mi is shameless, and he deserves to be ridiculed!
There was more appreciation in Zhang Huan's eyes.
"The biggest gain from this battle has been achieved. If we continue to attack, firstly, our army will penetrate deep into the Southern Zhou Dynasty alone, without food and grass, and there is a risk of running out of food at any time. Secondly, under the threat of national subjugation, the monarchs and ministers of Southern Zhou Dynasty will go crazy.
Summon King Qin’s army like this. From the next step, our army will be harassed by enemy forces everywhere.”
"Just kill him!" said a general.
"The killings are endless." Yang Xuan said: "The Nian family has a high prestige among the people, and the will of the soldiers and people of the Southern Zhou Dynasty to maintain orthodoxy should not be underestimated."
Zhang Huan nodded, "So, what do you think the next step will be?"
“Use fighting to promote peace!”
"Speak clearly!"
"Our army is approaching Yongzhou City. The city is now in a state of panic. I think there is no need to attack, but only a small force can be used to intimidate. Then a small group of cavalry quickly rushes to Yingshui."
"Shock Bianjing?"
"Yes. Bianjing is shocked, and I have concluded that the emperor and ministers of Southern Zhou Dynasty will send envoys to test it, and then we will ask for high prices and wait for them to pay back the money!"
Zhang Huan smiled and said: "How do you determine that the monarchs and ministers of Southern Zhou will send envoys to seek peace?"
Yang Xuan said: "The Southern Zhou Dynasty was not peaceful. Sun Shi and others launched the New Deal with the support of Nian Xu, but there were many opponents, including Peng Jing and others. After this battle was defeated, Sun Shi and others would definitely impeach Peng Jing.
If you wait for someone else, the situation in the DPRK will be in chaos for a while."
Zhang Huan nodded slightly.
"We are facing a powerful enemy, and internal fighting is still going on. Nian Xu will not sit idly by in such a situation. But now, if he takes action to suppress Peng Jing and others, it will trigger more disputes. Therefore, the official thinks that his only way is to negotiate.
.After our troops retreat, we will slowly clean up the mess in the DPRK."
Zhang Huan turned around and looked at everyone, "Let's disperse!"
Before leaving, Shi Zhongtang glanced at Yang Xuan and said in a low voice: "This man has extraordinary vision. No wonder my husband is very optimistic about him."
After everyone left, Zhang Huan said: "Follow me for a walk."
The two of them were walking slowly in front of Yongzhou City. Someone at the top of the city suggested, "Why don't you give them a bed slave?"
yes!
Killing Zhang Huan or Yang Gou can damage the morale of the Tang army.
Someone pointed at the dozens of people following behind.
"Those are good players."
Zhang Huan and Yang Xuan walked slowly.
"I have been in southern Xinjiang for many years. Not only are the generals under my command as numerous as the stars, but there are also many talented people. No one knows the biggest purpose of this battle, but you can see it."
What kind of punishment... For Zhang Huan, this was revenge and shock to the Southern Zhou Dynasty.
If you interfere in the Southern Xinjiang rebellion again, I will destroy the Southern Zhou Dynasty!
"Zhang Xiang is wise."
"Do you want to come to southern Xinjiang?" Zhang Huan tempted again, "I can't leave for a while, so I can make some arrangements for you."
"Thank you, Mr. Zhang."
Yang Xuan declined politely, "The lower official is used to the bitter cold in northern Xinjiang."
Zhang Huan shook his head, giving up completely, "Northern Xinjiang is facing the pressure of Bei Liao, which is very difficult. In the past, there seemed to be a fight between me and Huang Chunhui. Do you know the reason behind this?"
"We must fight." Yang Xuan smiled and said, "This way, everyone can feel at ease."
"Cunning!" Zhang Huan pointed at him and smiled, "It is enough for the Tang Dynasty to have Huang Chunhui. If I also show off my talents in southern Xinjiang, some people will worry about martial arts. Therefore, if northern Xinjiang is tyrannical, southern Xinjiang must
Hibernating."
"This is a check and balance." Yang Xuan said.
Zhang Huan said with a cold face, "These words are disrespectful to His Majesty!"
Yang Xuan chuckled, "Zhang Xiang definitely didn't hear it."
"Bossy!" Zhang Huan said with a straight face, "I heard you brought some fine wine from Northern Xinjiang? Come back and send some jars over."
"Is Mr. Zhang asking for a bribe?" Yang Xuan also boldly joked with him.
"Forget it!"
Zhang Huan came over, but Yang Xuan didn't know what he was going to do, so he kept smiling.
Zhang Huan patted him on the shoulder and said: "I am old, and so is Huang Chunhui. When I and others were here, the foreigners did not dare to spy on the Tang Dynasty. Now that I and others are leaving, the burden of intimidating the foreigners has been handed over to them. Is it heavy on your shoulders to wait?"
"Heavy!" Yang Xuan thought of Northern Xinjiang.
"Look over there!" Zhang Huan pointed in the direction of the Tang Dynasty, "From Chang'an to Southern Xinjiang, there are so many people, so many parents, so many children... They farm, they do business, they work... They live and work in peace and contentment. But these people live and work in peace and contentment. Where did it come from?”
Zhang Huan patted his chest and said with piercing eyes: "From the bravery of our generation of warriors. What do warriors do with swords? Protect their homes and country! Protect their homeland! I am old, and I will go back to Chang'an from now on. From now on, this world I will leave it to you to take care of me."
Yang Xuan nodded.
This southern Xinjiang boss, who is known as the most useless man in history, showed his ambition at this moment!
"I will watch you and wait in Chang'an. When the beacon fire reaches Chang'an, I will put on my armor again.
If the Tang Dynasty needs a pawn, I will take the initiative to recruit him and rush forward to kill him.
If you wait in vain and the Tang Dynasty needs a commander, I will take the initiative to ask for him and lead my sons to fight for the Tang Dynasty again.
Wrapped in horse leather, you will die without spinning your heels!"
Is this the real Zhang Huan?
Yang Xuan woke up suddenly.
That's right, if Zhang Huan was a scumbag, Emperor Wu would not have handed over Southern Xinjiang to him.
Time and oppression have not erased the edges and corners of his body, they have just been hidden.
Compared with him, Zhang Chumao is like a pig!
Seeing Zhang Huanyuan go away, Yang Xuan nodded and said: "I'm always here!"
Zhang Huan walked very calmly and comfortably.
He even looked around, like an old farmer entering the city for the first time.
Look at the top of the city and say something with a smile.
Look at the prisoners and point.
The confidant behind him asked: "I take the liberty of you, my husband has never valued anyone so much, so is Yang Xuan worthy of it?"
"Of course it's worth it!" Zhang Huan put his hands behind his back, bent his waist slightly, and coughed dryly, "I have no shortage of generals in the Tang Dynasty. Even Zhang Chumao has this talent. But what about handsome talents?"
"What is a handsome man? His vision comes first!" Zhang Huan sighed: "Everyone was talking about it before, and most of them wanted to take advantage of the situation to attack. But do we still need to attack in this battle? No!
Yang Xuan saw this.
To be handsome means to see Chang'an, Bianjing, and Ningxing from the army... To see the army, you must also see the amount of taxes, the political disputes in the DPRK, and the posture of the emperor... The so-called handsome talent, It’s about being able to see these things and then make use of them.”
The confidant was silent for a long time, "No wonder this person is so successful in Northern Xinjiang."
"Although Huang Chunhui and I lived in the south and north, in order to avoid the emperor's suspicion, we had to criticize each other.
But I firmly believe in Huang Chunhui’s vision.
Yang Xuan has made a lot of achievements at a young age. It seems that there is another general in Northern Xinjiang. If it were me, I would definitely suppress him for a few years to prevent the young man from getting complacent.
Wait until he calms down before promoting him to a more important position.
Huang Chunhui must know this truth, but I saw that Yang Xuan went all the way to become the governor of Chenzhou, and this time he even led the Northern Xinjiang Army to help...
Huang Chunhui told me openly, hey! Zhang Laogou, I have a handsome man under my command, are you envious of him?"
Zhang Huan looked north.
"Old dog, I'm so jealous!"
…
"Failed!"
"yes!"
Yang Lue sat down and sighed: "Zhang Huan is not a mediocre person. I knew I could win this battle, but I didn't expect to win so quickly."
The guard who was inquiring about the news said: "The master of this battle is also here."
"Oh!" Yang Lue was delighted, "How about it?"
"Now, everyone in the Southern Zhou army curses Yang Gou."
"Hahahaha!" Yang Lue laughed happily.
Xingshu Village is not far from Bianjing. Yang Lue climbed up the mountain next to the village, looked at Bianjing and said, "Go and find out the news and see if you can meet Mr. Lang."
…
The news has been sent to the palace.
"Failed?"
Nian Xu asked in disbelief.
Xie Yingong lowered his head, "Yes."
Nian Xu's body shook, and he spat out a mouthful of blood.
"His Majesty!"
one of the chamberlains exclaimed.
"shut up!"
Xie Yingong stopped the man and ordered: "Look at the people in the palace and kill them if they run around!"
Nian Xu glanced at the mouth of blood and raised his head, "I'm so angry that I'm fine."
"Your Majesty, Prime Minister Sun and Prime Minister Han would like to see you."
Before Nian Xu could speak, Xie Yingong found a piece of cloth and wiped the blood stain clean.
Nian Xu took out a handkerchief and wiped the corners of his mouth. Xie Yingong asked someone to get hot water and gave him a few sips.
"Let them in."
Sun Shi and Han Bi came in.
"Your Majesty, something serious has happened!"
Han Bi came in and roared, "Peng Jing and Fang Chong are so incompetent that they were defeated miserably. Yongzhou can no longer stop the Tang army. I am worried that when I get up tomorrow morning, I will hear the news that the Tang army is approaching the city!"
Sun Shi sighed, "Your Majesty, Peng Jing and his two men have arrived outside the palace."
It’s time to take action!
If the two leaders of the old party are eliminated, there will be much less resistance to the implementation of the New Deal.
This opportunity is not to be missed! Your Majesty!
Nian Xu coughed dryly, stretched out his hand and wiped it on his lips, "At this moment, the important thing is to discuss how to defend against the enemy, not to settle the matter!"
Sun Shi was stunned, but couldn't find an excuse to refute.
Han Bi said dissatisfied: "Your Majesty, only by clear rewards and punishments can we boost morale!"
"Let them come."
Nian Xu didn't seem to hear this.
Peng and Jing entered the palace and immediately asked for forgiveness.
"I believe that you two must have put a lot of thought into this battle."
"Your Majesty!" Peng Jing raised his head, his eyes were red.
"Let's put aside the blame for the moment, and we will talk about it later. Sirs, what should I do if the Tang army generals arrive in Bianjing?"
Sun Shi said: "I am willing to lead the army to protect Bianjing."
Naturally, Han Bi would not be absent from such matters, "I am willing to lead the army to attack!"
Peng Jing raised his head and said, "Your Majesty, I would like to recommend someone."
He and Fang Chong were defeated, and no matter how shameless they were, they could not continue to direct the subsequent defensive battles.
"who?"
"Leiqi!"
Nian Xu was startled, "I remember when you said that Lei Qi was useless... why are you recommending this person again now?"
Fang Chong glanced at Peng Jing, a little confused.
Peng Jing said: "I learned later that Lei Qi's initial response was not wrong."
"Then why did he lose?" Nian Xu felt that Peng Jing was old and confused.
Looking at Han Bi, he was grinning ferociously. He was just waiting for Peng Jing to say a few more stupid words before impeaching him.
Peng Jing spoke.
"Lei Qi's many responses were blocked by Qian Nan, the magistrate of Huangzhou."
It is only natural for civil servants to suppress a warrior, let alone a warrior with foreign blood.
But this is a national war!
A surge of anger surged into his heart, and Nian Xu felt something surge in his chest.
Sun Shi cursed: "This man deserves to die!"
But the emperor will not kill the scholar-bureaucrats. Don't worry, everyone. I, Qian Nan, will still be a good man after lying dormant for a while.
The emperor said calmly: "This is a great kindness!"