On November 22nd of the first year of Guangming, Feng Yin and his party went through all kinds of hardships, avoided the rebels and bandits, and arrived in Suizhou with difficulty. However, at this time, Shao Shude had arrived in Xiazhou, and they learned the news.
He hurried to Xiazhou again.
Shao Shude has been in Xiazhou for two days. Zhuge Shuang gave him a house located in the west of the city. It has five halls with nine bays and three gatehouses with two bays. It is said that it used to belong to a certain tooth general in the state city and he was offended.
The commander-in-chief was killed, his family became slaves, and the house was confiscated. Now, in a roundabout way, it fell into the hands of Shao Shude.
To be honest, this house exceeds his status. Mu Zongchao once issued an order to repair the residences of officials. Strictly speaking, only officials of the third rank or above can build the house given by Zhuge Shuang. It can be seen that the military leaders of remote military states
He is relatively lawless and does not take the court's laws and orders seriously at all.
The house has two entrances, front and back, and attached gardens. It covers an area of about seven acres. It is the largest residence in Xiazhou City except the Jiedushi Palace. According to Jiang Dewen, secretary of the Jieduzhang of Xia Sui, the materials used in this house are also very exquisite.
, the beams are made of cypresses, the walls are made of red clay, the mountains are built with stones in the backyard, the water is diverted into the stream, the eaves of the flying pavilions are painted, and paintings are painted. It is said that one hall will cost more than 100,000 yuan, but after all, it still costs a million yuan, so
That’s more than a thousand strings.
Although it is not as good as the mansions of wealthy families in Chang'an, which cost thousands of dollars, this mansion is second to none in Northwest Xiazhou. Anyone who sees it will praise it. The general who built this mansion before died.
It's unfair, it's too ostentatious.
"The commander-in-chief gave me this house, and I felt very uneasy. I always felt that I would be the target of all the generals." After the snow, the garden was desolate. Shao Shude, wearing a fur coat, walked on the snow, looking at the pond and trees, and always felt that
Somewhat unreliable.
"Perhaps what the commander-in-chief wants is for the general to become the target of public criticism." Chen Cheng followed closely behind him, analyzing the situation for his lord: "In the past, when he was in Jinyang, Li Kan also reused my lord to kill the Hedong general and gain military power."
Shao Shude nodded in agreement, but at the same time he was secretly annoyed, why could he not escape the fate of being a knife for others no matter where he went? Zhuge Shuang seemed rough and arrogant, but he might have seen through the weakness of his character long ago. He missed the past and repaid the kindness, so he tried his best to win over him.
Set up Tielinjun, and give the house as a green house for weddings, and show kindness step by step, so that you can be grateful.
To be honest, he succeeded. Even if Shao Shude could see through it, with his character, he had no choice but to accept his feelings. If there was a rebellion in Zhoucheng Yajiang the next day, and Zhuge Shuang summoned him, would he not lead the Tielin Army to help? Character determines fate.
, unknowingly, I have been thoroughly scrutinized by many people.
"I have to accept this sentiment. The Tielin Army needs a commander, and the commander also needs the Tielin Army, that's all." Shao Shude walked around and simply stopped delving into the details and said instead:
"In a few days, a certain person will be getting married. The ancients said that when a certain person started a family and started a business, a certain person worked hard for seven years, and he could barely do it."
"My lord, our great cause has just begun." Chen Cheng lowered his head, not sure whether he was admonishing or flattering.
Success? He has just started on the road. Shao Shude inexplicably thought of this advertising slogan for later generations and smiled. After more than seven years of life, he has long lost the sense of superiority of modern people. In seven years, he worked hard to become the governor of a state.
If there is such a thing as time travel, Shao Shude dares to say that he is the first. It is impossible for anyone to make greater progress than him. Unless someone else directly travels through time and becomes an emperor, then well, even the process of struggling to farm can be saved, and resources can be directly used to be yourself
What I want to do, but how could this luck happen to me?
"Envoy, there are guests coming from Suizhou." Fan He suddenly came over and reported softly.
"Suizhou? Guest? Who is it?" Shao Shude asked.
Fan He glanced at Chen Cheng and said, "It's Feng Yin who came from the capital to discuss something important."
Oh? As soon as Shao Shude heard this, he felt that the matter was probably serious and immediately asked someone to invite Feng Yin over.
Soon, Feng Yin and several of the Liu brothers entered the backyard. Naturally, they were filled with emotion after seeing each other after a long separation. Feng Yin introduced the Liu brothers to Shao Shude, and Shao Shude greeted them one by one.
"Does Shu De know that Zhuge Shuang is going south to hunt down thieves?" Feng Yin subconsciously looked at the empty backyard before asking.
"So fast?" Shao Shude was a little surprised. He always thought that it would have to wait until March or April next year. It seems that Huang Chao's stay in Henan is going very smoothly.
"The Chao people, numbering 600,000, have captured the eastern capital and are threatening to go to Chang'an to question the crime. The sage and the prime minister wept at each other and repeatedly issued decrees, calling on the soldiers and horses of the eight towns northwest of Beijing. It will be Zhuge Shuang's turn soon. Or
, at this time the imperial edict has been issued, Zhuge Shuang will soon go south and lead the troops from Hedong to meet the enemy." Feng Yin said.
"Hedong soldiers and horses?" Chen Cheng immediately realized the point and asked: "How does General Zhuge command the soldiers and horses of Hedong? How can the soldiers not know the generals and the soldiers?"
"This is absolutely true." Fengyin shook his head. He didn't know how to explain it, but it was the fact.
"Military envoy, this matter is difficult." Chen Cheng frowned, as if he was deducing the direction of the situation. After a while, he listened to him: "The commander-in-chief must lead his trusted troops south, so that he can command the proud soldiers and generals in Hedong.
If we specify that we want a military envoy to lead the Tielin Army to accompany us, but Tuoba Sigong stays in the town, we will be in trouble."
Feng Yin listened on the sidelines, and suddenly felt that this Chen Cheng seemed to have some knowledge, and quickly nodded in agreement.
"Military envoy, please allow me to explain in detail." Chen Cheng seemed to have figured out the key points, cupped his hands and said: "If all the military envoys and generals go south, it is said that there are 600,000 people in the nest. Although the number is untrue, but two
There should be a hundred thousand people. In the eight towns northwest of Beijing, the arrogant and powerful generals are unruly and may not be willing to kill the enemy sincerely. This battle will be a hundred times more difficult. If you are not careful, Wang Shi is afraid that he will be defeated. Wang Shi has already
If defeated, the saint will issue an order to each town to continue to mobilize troops. As far as this town is concerned, wouldn't Tuoba Sigong's party soldiers be a great help? I feel that even if he tried his best, he could still pull out 15,000 people.
, in order to win over Tuoba Sigong, the imperial prime minister will definitely grant him great power, maybe he will be the military governor of Xia Sui."
After Chen Cheng's analysis, the lines were basically clear, and Shao Shude also felt quite embarrassed.
"Shu De, don't hesitate at this time, you will definitely not be able to send troops." Fengyin advised: "How about creating a military uprising in Suizhou to let Zhuge Shuang know that the Tielin Army is not available?"
"Inappropriate." Shao Shude immediately rejected this bad idea: "Military chaos can easily turn lies into reality. Suizhou is the foundation of something and cannot be disrupted."
"Then attack Dangxiang?" Feng Yin came up with another idea, looking very anxious.
"No." It was Chen Cheng who spoke out this time: "Once troops are launched against the party, it will be delayed for a long time. Searching the mountains and suppressing the strongholds will take a long time. Tielin's army only has 4,000 people, and they will not be able to pacify them in a year or two. Even so, my lord.
There is no time, and there is not much time to delay. At most, in March or April next year, if Huang Chao is not wiped out, the court will have to mobilize troops again."
"It's best to transfer Tuoba Sigong out now." Chen Cheng finally added: "Let Tuoba Sigong face Huang Chao's army and see if he can withstand it."
"Tuoba Sigong will definitely not obey the order." Shao Shude shook his head and stopped Chen Cheng from saying: "This man is old and cunning. How can he send troops if he does not have enough benefits?"
Shao Shude vaguely remembered something from later generations. After Huang Chao captured Chang'an, the only one who really wanted to attack Huang Chao was Li Keyong. No matter what his intentions were, at least he was really fighting and everyone else was saving.
We wait and see about our strength. Not only did we drive Huang Chao out of Guanzhong, but we also chased him to Henan. He was even more loyal than a loyal minister.
"This won't work, that won't work either! Shude, no matter what, you can't go out with Zhuge Shuang this time. Huang Chao is not that easy to destroy, and Commander Zhuge will most likely be defeated. As long as you survive these few months, wait and see
The next time the imperial court mobilizes troops, I will ensure that you have the right to know what Xia Sui is doing. With Dr. Li Kan and Dr. Li leading the way, and Fengxiang Supervisor Ximen Sigong coordinating in the middle, this matter will not be difficult." Feng Yin said a little impatiently.
After traveling thousands of miles, he didn't want this matter to go awry. He had thought it through before coming, but he still underestimated the complexity within Xia Sui Town. In Feng Yin's mind, the danger of Tuoba Sigong at this time was
He has surpassed Yang Yue, the military envoy of military affairs, and is Shao Shude's number one opponent in the competition for the military envoy of Xia Sui.
"If it really doesn't work, let's attack and destroy Tuoba's party first." At the end of the blockade, he said like a broken pot.
Shao Shude and Chen Cheng both laughed when they heard this. Why don't they want to kill Tuoba Sigong, the biggest hidden danger, but this matter is not that simple. The Tuoba family's nest in Youzhou has been in business for decades, and they still have 10,000 or 20,000 soldiers and horses.
It can be concluded that although there may not be as elite a military force as the Tielin Army, you are the attacker and you have to go deep into the enemy's territory. You have to bring the entire town's soldiers and horses together, and there may be many shortcomings.
But what Fengyin said is also true. If Tuoba Sigong doesn't see rabbits and doesn't let go of hawks, it will be no good and the cliff will not move. On the other hand, looking at their Xia Sui Town army, Marshal Zhuge should be willing to work hard for the king, and Shao Shude is also willing.
The other reason was just to save more people. Yang Yue, the military envoy, was not familiar with him, so he didn’t know whether his political consciousness was high or not, but Shao Shude felt that there was a high probability that he would also obey the imperial court’s orders.
The unlucky one who leaves first will not only have to face the Chao army in its prime, but may also be reprimanded for losing the battle. Then the court will win over others to continue serving, which will give greater benefits to those who send troops later. I'm really honest.
Did you suffer a loss?
"Please think carefully about this matter." Shao Shude said: "Fan He, take General Feng and several others down to rest. Don't let others see it. Remember. After this matter is over, go to Suizhou again to see Song Farewell.
Invite me, and let us all do the summing up. Marshal Zhuge treats me like his nephew. If he wants me to go south, I will not refuse. In life, there are always some things that are more important than personal power and status."
Chen Cheng sighed slightly. My lord, you still don't understand. Now you are no longer alone. There are four thousand people in the Tielin Army, and everyone is pointing to you for promotion and wealth. It is not bad to value love and justice, but
It also depends on the time. Alas, this matter must be discussed privately with Song Biejia.