The auspicious snow falling from the sky indicates that next year may be a good year.
Li Fan was frightened on the surface, but secretly he was overjoyed and moved into the Jiedushi Mansion, while Shao Shude temporarily lived in the Wang family's old house.
The bloodstains had long been cleaned up, and the heads had been removed and buried.
Wang Gong was cruel and murderous, and all his enemies would have their heads chopped off and placed on the table in front of him. I don’t know how many heads he kept in his home, and I don’t know where he got so many so-called enemies.
"In Luonan Road, the sergeants are working very hard. They must have winter clothes, wine, meat, and firewood." The Wang family's old house has now become an office space, and documents are flying from everywhere like snowflakes.
Those from the military government, the shogunate, those from the military envoys' Yamen, those from the coaching envoys' Yamen, those from the Duhufu, those from the Guanbei states, and those from the armies stationed in Shaanxi, Guo, and Huazhou...
Zhao Guangfeng has rushed back from Chang'an.
He was sent there mainly for the purpose of setting up a town in Shaanxi and Guohua, but things have changed now. Staying in Chang'an is a waste of time. It is better to come back to handle official business. He is in charge of twenty or thirty people, old friends
It's not good to give it to deputy Guo Shu.
Zhu Liang, the food envoy, responded repeatedly, and then said: "Commander, over there in Xiashi County, there are people from Dangxiang Mountain complaining that they have been on an expedition for several months and have not gained much. Do you want to..."
"I traveled thousands of miles, but I really didn't get much. Why don't I just say a few words?" Shao Shude glanced at Zhu Liang and said, "After the rewards are given out on the Winter Solstice and New Year's Day, let's give them out again on the Lantern Festival. No need.
For more, each person was rewarded with a piece of silk and a piece of money. Li Fan sent part of the money, but it was not enough, so he asked Wang Bian to contribute more, and Guanzhong divided some. The silk was taken from the silk cloth just sent from Xingyuan Prefecture.
This time the whole army went out for the expedition, and the Bian army pressed into Xia Shi County, and the soldiers were also fighting for their heads."
"As ordered." Zhu Liang responded.
There are currently a lot of troops stationed in Xiashi County, and other things can be said that Zhu Liang is very dissatisfied with the more than 10,000 Hengshan Dangxiangshan people.
In fact, they are the people!
There was very little armor, a variety of weapons, and some lax discipline. Before the recruitment, I was afraid that they would be herding sheep and planting barley in the mountains. Such soldiers could only guard the city. Zhu Liang felt that it was too much of a loss to give them such good treatment.
"To conquer the world, you need elite soldiers, and ordinary sergeants are also indispensable." Shao Shude seemed to have guessed Zhu Liang's thoughts, and warned: "You asked the Tielin Army to guard the Xiashi Forts, isn't it a small talent that makes a big difference? Let Wu Wei
Isn’t it a waste to send troops to guard Tongguan?”
After sending the food envoy away, Shao Shude stood up and stretched his muscles.
The Bian army tried to attack the passes in Xia Shi County, but found that they suffered too much and have now given up.
A scout went out for reconnaissance and learned that Zhu Quanzhong had sent people to Henan Prefecture, Ruzhou, Zhengzhou and other places to take advantage of the winter slack to overhaul passes and forts, which was exactly the same as what the Xia army had done.
These talented people are not afraid of the cold weather!
On the flank battlefield, the Bian Army was not comfortable in the mountains. There were only a few thousand people in total, and they withdrew after the snowfall. The Tianxiong Army, which was heading to Luonan Road to defend against the enemy, stationed in Yucheng County, while more than 3,000 Shaanxi and Guo Army fell wood.
Fences block the best roads.
I can't care about the other things. The Bian army just went to the ravine where it was so cold.
The Bian Army currently occupies Lushi County in Guozhou.
This is a fairly developed agricultural county in the Luoshui River Valley with a large population. Geographically, it is more convenient to go to Luoyang, but administratively it belongs to Guozhou, which is far away from the mountains. When the imperial court divided the territories among the various states and states, it was quite
Scheming.
The war with the Xuanwu Army has almost come to an end as the heavy snow falls.
This year, about 130,000 people from Henan Prefecture were captured, including about 60,000 who arrived in Huazhou and Weibei towns. They were all allocated wasteland and asked them to seize the time to get it sorted out. They would still have time to plant a crop of grain after the spring of next year, regardless of the harvest.
Yes, it would be good if you can get some.
About 34,000 people who arrived in Shengzhou were also allocated land, but they just didn't know if they would be able to make it in time for next year's spring planting.
Population has always been the most precious resource. Conquering the world cannot be separated from people.
At the end of the twelfth lunar month, Prime Minister Du Rangneng finally arrived in Shaanzhou, and Shao Shude called two senior staff, Chen Cheng and Zhao Guangfeng, to receive him together.
"Prince Lingwu is very good at using fake Taoism to attack Guo." Du Rangneng scolded him as soon as they met.
"When Prime Minister Du comes next time, he will surely teach me." Shao Shude asked instead without answering.
"The war between Shaanxi and Guozhou is raging, and the goods from Guandong are backlogged in Shaanzhou. I have to come to urge you." Du Renneng sighed.
Now that things have happened, there is no need to hide some things.
Shao Shude has created such a huge situation, and everyone can see that it is no longer controllable. There is no point in telling lies, let alone in such a private situation.
"This year's wealth has arrived in Shaanzhou before the war started, and someone released it more than a month ago. Is there a shortage?" Shao Shude asked.
"We have this year's, but what about next year's?" Du Rangneng shook his head and said, "Will there be a war in Shaanxi and Guo next year? If there is a war, will the river transportation be shut down?"
"Even if there is a war next year, what harm will it do to the canal transport? As long as Quanzhong keeps pumping water and pays the waterway, I will not cut it off."
After getting this promise, Du Rangneng was quite satisfied. Next, he had to go to Bianzhou to talk to Zhu Quanzhong, but he didn't know what Quanzhong would say, who always showed himself as a loyal minister.
"In Shaanxi and Guozhou, how does Prince Lingwu plan to end this?"
"After the Shaanxi and Guo army recommended Li Fan to stay, I couldn't say much. The imperial court might as well follow the trend and formally issue an edict to appoint Li Fan as the governor of the Baoyi Army."
Du Rangneng took a deep look at Shao Shude.
Zhao Guangfeng was active in Chang'an a while ago. Judging from his intentions, he wanted to merge Shaanxi, Guo and Hua into one town. Now that the situation has changed, Shao Shude did not force it.
Du Rangneng felt a little regretful. If possible, he would have wanted to serve as the military governor. Today's Chang'an is really hopeless.
"Feng Xingxi of Junzhou has always taken care of the Yunxiang Transfer House, allowing the goods from Jiangnan to enter Beijing..."
"The imperial court might as well order Zhao Deqian to move to the town."
Du Rangneng's face darkened, the court didn't want to cause trouble!
"The Loyalty Army marched to the Memorial Hall to submit a petition, and the king of Huai'an County, Zhao Deqian, declared that his son Kuang Ning would be the governor of Xiangzhou." Du Renneng suddenly revealed a piece of news, and the implications were self-evident.
Chen Cheng and Zhao Guangfeng both looked astonished.
When the Zhongyi Army governs Xiangzhou, the governor of Xiangzhou is usually concurrently appointed as the governor. Zhao Kuangning was originally the governor of Tangzhou and concurrently served as the governor of Yuzhou in Mabu, the capital of Qizhou. Now he serves as the governor of Xiangzhou. This is a transfer of power.
It was obvious that Zhao Deqian was close to death, otherwise he would not have done this.
What a pity! Shao Shude was a little helpless. Zhe Zongben had too few soldiers. Even if Zhao Deyi died, he would have no chance to get involved in Xiangzhou, but it seemed that he could find a way to get involved in other places.
"Don't worry, Prime Minister Du, the tribute system between Junzhou and Shangzhou will not be interrupted." Shao Shude said absently, still thinking about Shannan East Road.
Zhu Quanzhong overhauled the fortress in Henan Prefecture, and it will not be that simple to go eastward in the future. It would be great if we could open up the situation on the east road of Shannan.
"The King of Lingwu County promised to keep the salary, and most of the purpose of my trip has been completed." Du Rangneng breathed a sigh of relief and said: "One more thing, can Shuofang and Xuanwu end the fight and stop their troops?
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"It's snowing heavily now, haven't the troops already stopped?"
"Why did the Prince of Lingwu County bully me?" Du Ronneng said helplessly: "There are no outsiders today, so I will say it bluntly. What good will it do to Shuofang if Quanzhong is defeated? Ke used his army to go south overnight to seize Huai, Meng and Meng.
, Hua, Zheng, Bian, Song and other states have been easily changed. Doesn't it mean that it is an advantage to others? It is better to repair it, the court decrees reconciliation, and both parties take a step back. Wouldn't it be beautiful? "
"Quan Zhong repeatedly attacked Er Zhu and Shi Pu, but could not retreat," Shao Shude said.
Du Rangneng shook his head, helpless.
In fact, he also knew that it was impossible for Shuofang's army not to harass and attack Xuanwu's army. When Zhe Zongben captured Junzhou, did he really think that others couldn't tell where his sword was pointing?
All of Shao Shude's actions in the past year were preparations to attack and destroy Zhu Quanzhong. How could he give up so easily?
"It seems that I can't solve the problem between you two." Du Renneng sighed and said: "The king of Lingwu County has been fighting for more than ten years and has won consecutive battles. Don't you know that you have to make too many enemies? Zhu Quanzhong, Zhao Deqian, Wang Chongying and
There is a gap between Lingwu County and the King. If we continue to fight, we will be like Li Keyong, with enemies on all sides. Is it a good deal?"
"Wang Chongying wants to concurrently serve as the governor of the Baoyi Army. What do the princes in the court think?"
Du Rangneng was silent for a while and then said: "The court thinks it is impossible."
Shao Shude smiled, that's right.
"Prime Minister Du, your son is very intelligent. I heard that Li Fan wanted to hire him as Lingbao Ling after he stayed in Shaanxi and Guojie. Prime Minister Du has a good way of teaching his children, which makes people envious."
Du Rangneng smiled bitterly.
The news that the second son was serving in the Shogunate of Shuofang Army could no longer be concealed as time went by. Now the saints also have doubts about him, and villains like Cui Zhaowei are making slanderous remarks all day long. Otherwise, why would people who are celebrating the New Year be still traveling around?
"If things are not easy for the government, Hexi Jiedushi will leave his post vacant." Shao Shude said tentatively.
He has always been the governor of Hexi. If Du Rang is willing to take over, then he will be another Xiao Tao.
Where Hu Feng is strong, people like Xiao and Du who have great appeal among the scholar community must be in charge of government. There is no other reason. These people have deep roots and great influence, and can attract many talents.
Du Rangneng was a little moved.
The governor of Shaanxi and Guohua could not be the governor, but the governor of Hexi seemed to be good. He now had a deep understanding of the beauty of Xiao Yu jumping out of the court circle and going out to control Hezhou.
Feel free! You don’t have to worry about losing your holy favor one day, being demoted to the miasmatic land in the south, or even being sentenced to death on the way.
Cui Zhaowei is a man with evil intentions and ruthless heart. He may cause the ship to capsize one day.
Xiao Yuan left, Kong Wei tried to leave but failed, and Xu Yanruo was lucky enough to leave Guangzhou. If he left too, who would be left in the court?
But the current situation is indeed sad.
Shao Shude used the false road to attack Guo and left Luoyang in the east. He defeated Zhu Quanzhong in disgrace. After losing several generals, he became one of the most powerful vassals in the world. The speed of his rise was eye-catching.
No matter who wins in the end between him and Zhu Quanzhong, it will be difficult for Huanghuang Datang to come back.
Perhaps, leaving the town of Liangzhou is also a good way out.
But if you do this, you will be tied to Shao Shude.
Du Rangneng carefully looked at the face of Mr. Shao sitting in front of him and remained silent for a long time.
…
Du Rangneng stayed at Gantangyi outside the city that day.
Shao Shude hosted a banquet here, and the guests and hosts enjoyed themselves.
After the banquet was over, Chen Cheng and Zhao Guangfeng came to the study room with tacit understanding to discuss important matters with Shao Shude.
"I heard news from Wang Si from Hedong that Ke Yong met Wang Ke and wanted to marry him. Have the national defense army fallen to Jinyang?" Shao Shude asked while ordering his soldiers to serve sobering soup.
"Commander, this is probably true. Datong Horse Racing also sent news from the river that Wang Ke's wife died of a sudden illness. He is preparing a betrothal gift and wants to choose an auspicious day after the new year to go to Taiyuan to welcome her in person." Chen Cheng
He had just received this information from Pei Tong. At this time, he frowned and said: "Wang Chongying reacted very quickly, this old fox!"
This is the side effect of taking Shaanxi and Guo.
But there is no way, unless you do nothing, it is difficult to avoid this kind of thing. Who let Hezhong and Shaanxi and Guo Town be the gateway to the east from the customs?
Falling into Jinyang in the river may be just the first thing that bothers me.
In the future, if there is an urgent need to attack the Shannan East Road and the Zhao family cannot be saved, they will still ask Zhu Quanzhong for help. What can be done?
You want to take other people's territory, but you don't want them to protect themselves?
Of course, Shao Shude also thought of this. He tapped the table with his fingers, and after thinking for a moment, asked: "Is it possible to win over Zhao Kuangning and prevent him from falling to Quanzhong?"
"Maybe you can send an envoy to Xiangyang." Zhao Guangfeng suggested: "The general led tens of thousands of troops out of Henan Prefecture eastward and killed more than ten thousand Bian soldiers. Zhao Kuangning should know how powerful it is. Whether it is successful or not, let's try it first."
"Then let Li Hang go to Xiangyang as an envoy." Shao Shude agreed: "Although it is unlikely, we have to give it a try. If it doesn't work, there is no need to be polite."
"Commander, before attacking Shannan East Road, it is best to resolve the gold merchant matter first." Zhao Guangfeng reminded: "Li Xiang may not have much time left."
Shao Shude pondered. Gold merchants are not rich, but their position is indeed important!
