Liu Chengjun looked at the reports coming from all directions and said helplessly to Prime Minister Guo Wuwei: "They all say that Luo Youdu is deceitful, and I have seen it today."
Guo Wuwei could only smile bitterly in response to this. This gap in strength was really helpless.
Across the way, Luo Youdu stationed troops at the south gate of Jinyang City. He neither restricted Jinyang's communications nor sent troops to block the gates.
At first, they thought that Luo Youdu was worried that he did not have enough troops and was afraid that he would take the opportunity to defeat them one by one, so he chose not to block the Jinyang gates and allowed the news to flow.
Now it seems that the other party is deliberately creating panic, just to let them know clearly how bad the situation is.
And it was successful.
In just six days, Han Tong's army had already captured Qinzhou and Longzhou, and Han Lingkun's Dianqian army had also successfully captured Fenzhou and Shizhou. The two armies were heading towards Taiyuan.
The most fatal thing was the betrayal of the Linzhou Yang family. The Linzhou Yang family had great prestige in the Northern Han Dynasty, and the Yang family's troops had always been the strongest fighting force that the Northern Han Dynasty was proud of.
Liu Jiye's reputation as invincible was certainly due to his extraordinary personal ability, but without the Linzhou Yang family's financial support and support, Liu Jiye's prestige would have been weakened by at least four levels.
Liu Jiye's combat style is somewhat similar to that of a special forces soldier. He is good at defeating more with less. He uses the mobility of cavalry to appear in unexpected places and launch fierce attacks on the enemy's weaknesses.
This places extremely high demands on soldiers. Without excellent military literacy, how can the cavalry be detoured behind the enemy without being noticed by the enemy? How can they launch an attack without fear in the face of an enemy ten times their size?
Li Jun said without hesitation: "Liu Jiye is the only famous general in Hedong."
It can be seen that in these years of confrontation, Liu Jiye was the only one who really caused trouble for him.
The more critical this moment is, the more heroes are needed to act as faith.
In Hedong, there is no one more suitable than Liu Jiye to be the hero who can turn the tide.
Liu Chengjun was well aware of Liu Jiye's prestige in his army. If he rebelled like the Linzhou Yang family, the morale of Jinyang City would drop by at least half on the current basis.
When he learned that the Yang family in Linzhou was rebelling, Liu Chengjun was so frightened that he immediately arranged for a swordsman to find Liu Jiye to test his attitude.
Liu Jiye knew about the Yang family's rebellion earlier than Liu Chengjun.
Yang Chongxun had a very good relationship with Liu Jiye and informed his brother immediately and let him make his own decision.
Liu Jiye comes from a family, so he naturally understands that his younger brother's choice is for the sake of the family.
When his father sent him to Jinyang to work as a guard for Liu Chong, he also turned to Guo Wei, which was a double investment.
Nowadays, the situation in Hedong is in danger. Liu Jiye remembers Liu Chong's kindness and is unwilling to betray him at this time, so he expresses his intention to surrender to Liu Chengjun.
Liu Chengjun was not completely confused. Although he had some doubts about Liu Jiye's loyalty, he did not destroy the Great Wall, but tried to comfort him.
Now the Fuzhou family and the Linzhou Yang family have persuaded Lanzhou to surrender and are besieging Xianzhou.
As long as Xianzhou falls, Luo Youdu will form a three-sided siege on Jinyang City.
If Xinzhou and Daizhou are captured again, there will be only one isolated city left in the territory of Han Dynasty.
"Damn Khitan dogs, they are not reliable at all!"
Liu Chengjun felt as depressed as death when he thought of the letter from the Khitan envoy.
The words are loud and loud, and reinforcements will come, asking them to hold on.
The momentum in the Central Plains is too strong, and we must avoid its edge.
They have one theory after another, and they don’t even care that Luo Youdu is fighting in their territory!
The Han Kingdom in the east of Hedong was originally a small and impoverished country with insufficient products. Officials and people lived with their belts tightened.
Even so, they still have to pay tribute of money and food to the Khitan every year.
The money and food were harvested very quickly, but when it was time to send out troops, the mother-in-law and mother-in-law were grinding and grinding. It was really hateful and unreliable.
Liu Chengjun looked at Guo Wuwei expectantly and said, "I regret not listening to my husband. I wonder if there is a way to save it now?"
When Hou Barong presented Guo Zongxun, Guo Wuwei's intention was to hide Guo Zongxun and use it as a trump card.
But Liu Chengjun couldn't resist the temptation and handed Guo Zongxun over to Yelu House, which led to all this happening.
Looking back now, Liu Chengjun feels regretful.
If they hadn't forced the Central Plains into a situation where they were surrounded by enemies on all sides, the Central Plains might have been ruled by that woman, Empress Fu, instead of the lunatic Luo Youdu.
As soon as he succeeded to the throne, he didn't even hold a ceremony for his enthronement. He just sent troops to the city.
Guo Wuwei said confidently: "In the current situation, we can only rely on Jinyang City to hold on. Your Majesty, rest assured, as long as nothing unexpected happens, I believe that the Khitan people will not be stupid enough to give up on us. After all, no one wants to follow a madman
As a neighbor...the only thing I feel sad about is that all these years of hard work have been in vain."
Liu Chengjun comforted himself: "As long as I am a man, there will be hope for the future."
Guo Wuwei said firmly: "I also believe that the great man will shine in your majesty's hands."
He spoke with conviction, but there was a trace of confusion in his eyes.
At this moment, the latest news about Yelu House reached Jinyang City.
The Khitan envoy did not know the real situation. Facing Liu Chengjun, the Han emperor, he was furious and shouted with righteous indignation: "Don't worry, Emperor of the Han Dynasty. My Majesty has already sent an army of 100,000 people, vowing to take Luo Youdu's head this time. On the way here,
As long as one hundred thousand troops arrive in Datong, the King of Beiyuan will personally lead 150,000 cavalry southward. This time he will not only help the Han emperor retake Hedong, but also take advantage of the winter when the Yellow River water dries up to attack the Central Plains and destroy the new dynasty in the Central Plains."
The Khitan envoy was spitting and his whole person was in a state of mania.
Liu Chengjun was surprised and delighted, and asked hurriedly: "May I ask your envoy, how did Luo Youdu anger His Majesty the Celestial Empire?"
Yelujing called Liu Chengjun the "Emperor", but Liu Chengjun had a little more dignity than Zhao Gou who shouted "Chen Gou" so loudly that his father could not call him Emperor.
The Khitan envoy told Luo Youdu about setting fire to the pasture.
Liu Chengjun was overjoyed and cooperated with the Khitan envoy, scolding Luo Youdu, and with a little excitement, sent the Khitan envoy out.
"Ha ha!"
Liu Chengjun walked into the hall as if he was not acquainted with his relatives, and laughed: "I just said how great Luo Youdu is, but now it seems that it is nothing more than that! Being able to do such a stupid thing has completely angered the Khitan, and I don't have to wait to suffer."
revenge?"
Guo Wuwei was silent for a moment and said: "Your Majesty, we are afraid that we have been abandoned by the Khitan."
Liu Chengjun was shocked and said: "Why did my husband say this?"
Guo Wuwei said: "The Khitan envoys are full of hatred for the Central Plains and vowed to take revenge. But where will the food and wages for the 150,000-strong army come from? Are they responsible or are we responsible?"
Liu Chengjun said: "Of course they are responsible for it. We are a small country with only 400,000 people. How can we afford the food and wages for an army of 200,000?"
Guo Wuwei said: "Where does the Khitan's food come from? Is it savings? Khitan Yelujing is known as the sleeping emperor, not a great hero. In the battle of Yan, the Khitan suffered heavy losses. 450,000 cattle and sheep, and
The loss of the army is an immeasurable figure."
"Luo Youdu imitated Liu Rengong this time and burned some pastures in the northern part of Monan Mo, and dealt a fatal blow to the Khitan people's livelihood. It is understandable that they are revengeful and sent 100,000 troops, but where does this food and salary come from?"
"Having lost part of their pasture, they have only two choices: endure it for a while and survive the winter. Or take revenge and plunder food and materials through war to tide over the difficulties."
"Now the other party has never mentioned the issue of food. It is obvious that we do not have that much food and it is impossible to maintain the military pay they needed in the early stage."
"They can't fight with us for a long time, but they say this. The purpose is to give us confidence, let us fight to the death with the Central Plains, and use Jinyang City to consume Luo Youdu's strength. As for our final result, how can they care?
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Liu Chengjun's face turned pale and he said in a trembling voice: "No, it will never come to this! I will send an envoy north now. We are at odds with the Khitan, and they will not be so unwise."
Guo Wuwei could only say: "I hope this subordinate is overthinking it."
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South of Jinyang City.
Luo Youdu personally came out of the camp to welcome Han Tong's arrival.
Han Tong and Han Lingkun's two armies are slightly faster in terms of speed. Perhaps it is because of the distance, or perhaps practice makes perfect. Han Tong himself is a defensive master in building fortifications and can detect flaws with an expert's eye.
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Qinzhou and Longzhou were attacked very smoothly, and the passes along the way were almost impossible to escape.
Han Lingkun encountered some trouble at Lengquan Pass and was delayed for some time, arriving one day later.
"Han Tong has met His Majesty!"
Han Tong bowed to Luo Youdu and saluted.
Luo Youdu happily helped Han Daoduo up: "Bu Shuai captured two states in one breath and marched across the east of the river. It was like entering an uninhabited land. I am impressed!"
Han Tongtong: "This is all due to His Majesty's consideration."
He could see that Luo Youdu gave Qinzhou and Longzhou to him to attack this time in order to make up for his own weak military exploits.
Although he was not a confidant, but he had to be taken care of like this, Han Tong couldn't help but be slightly touched in his heart.
Luo Youdu said to Kang again, and Kang Baoyi, father and son, said: "You lead the Xuanwei army to help the Zhe family, and the Yang family takes Xianzhou. Bu Shuai is here, are you afraid that Xiaoxiao from Jinyang City can't attack?"
Zhe Yuxun, Yang Chongxun's efficiency in attacking Xianzhou made Luo Youdu feel pain.
It's not that the Zhe family and the Yang family are weak, but that due to environmental reasons, most of their soldiers are field cavalry and are not suitable for attacking cities.
They also cherished the lives of soldiers and were so stubborn that Luo Youdu couldn't stand it anymore.
This siege must be done by professionals.
The cavalry of the Zhe family and the Yang family should be used to deal with the Northern Han Dynasty.
In the Khitan situation, he didn't believe that Yelujing would dare to risk everything and risk everything.
Yelujing's pressure in the political arena is more complicated than him.
With the support of Xuanwei Army, Xianzhou fell within half a day.
It only took eight days for Luo Youdu to complete the siege of Jinyang City on three sides.
As long as Xinzhou and Daizhou are captured to the north of Jinyang, Jinyang City will fall into isolation.
Three armies also gathered at the foot of Jinyang City.
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