Generally speaking, this year's disturbances are no less than those in previous years, and the wars in various parts of the world are still continuing their previous momentum.
There was only one large-scale battle, and Li Yuan fell to the ground. From this, it can be seen that everyone was unable to bear the trouble.
Well, except for Xiao Xian, this descendant of the Xiao family who smoothly ascended to the throne of Liang Wang seems to really think that he is the master of destiny, so he behaves very exaggeratedly under the influence of power.
Even though he suffered a severe setback, he still did not change his original intention. He looked down upon Dou Jiande, who had not yet washed away the mud on his legs, and despised Li Po, who climbed up on his wife.
When the news of Li Yuan's death reached Jiangdu, Xiao Mian did not feel sad about the death of a rabbit or a fox, but felt that Li Yuan died well. Now he is Xiao Mian who can be called a nobleman in the world. This is God's will.
Since he has been in the family for a long time, everyone in the world should recognize him as Emperor Xiao Mian.
Dou Jiande was also in his favor. In fact, when he kept sending letters to Wang Shichong in Luoyang, he had the same tone. Wang Shichong was also very happy at that time.
To this day, Luoyang, the eastern capital, still exudes an alluring aroma and is still the core of the Battle of the Central Plains because its location is so important.
If Xijing is at the top of the world, then Luoyang is the heart of the world. If it occupies this place, it can also dominate the world, otherwise it would not be called the Eastern Capital.
Once there was a tacit understanding with Dou Jiande, Xiao Mian naturally had some intentions, but this year he had already sent troops to Kuizhou. Today, when the kings are withered, Yang Daosheng surrenders to the enemy, and Ning Changzhen waits for constant orders, it is indeed feasible to march into Henan on a large scale.
Not caught.
Moreover, there are Wang Shiyun and other defenders in Luoyang City. There is no sign that they want to dedicate the city to the Liang King. However, Dou Jiande and Li Ding'an want to get acquainted with them.
When Li Po proclaimed himself emperor this year, he failed to get the blessings of Dou Jiande and Xiao Xian like when he proclaimed himself king, which also showed the change in their attitudes.
On that day, the three people formed a vague alliance but each had their own agenda. Li Po wanted to distract Li Yuan's attention, while Dou Jiande wanted to have a snipe-clam fight and take advantage of the opportunity to annex Henan.
Xiao Mian has been thinking about going to Sichuan for more than a year or two.
Now that Li Po is the emperor in Kansai, his teammates have naturally become enemies. Dou Jiande and Xiao Xian's back-and-forth is a perfectly normal strategy.
In the chaotic times of the late Sui Dynasty, only a few names are still shining.
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Shuzhong, Jinguan City, Yizhou, Zhaojun Prince's Mansion in the south of the city, study room.
Prince Li Xiaogong of Zhao County sat in the main seat. He was a middle-aged man with a slightly stout figure, long eyebrows and thin eyes, a short beard, and a dignified face.
There were several other people in the room. One of them was Li Xiaogong's cousin, King of Chu Li Zhiyun. He was young and sat there in silence, looking very dignified.
The other one was Xu Zhiren, the second son of Xu Shao, Duke of Qiao. Not long after Xu Shao, Duke of Qiao, died in the army, Li Xiaogong left his second son by his side.
Ren is the chief historian of Zhaojun Prince's Palace and the guardian of Jinguan City, so he is naturally regarded as a confidant.
Xu Zhiren, like his father, has a scholarly air, but he can't hide his military aura. He is a man of great wealth in this era.
The other person, who was tall, had long arms and had a strong build, was Liu Hongji, the general of You Xiaowei, the Hejian County Duke who was summoned by Li Xiaogong to Jinguan City to discuss important matters.
Another person is Li Xiaogong's eldest son, Li Chongyi, the governor of Yi.
Three of the five people have the surname Li, which is very characteristic of the Li family in the West. In fact, among these people, Liu Hongji is the only outsider.
The interior is spacious, and the sun shines in from the outside, making every room bright. However, the winter in Sichuan is indeed a bit difficult for outsiders like them. They are all wrapped in big cloaks. Except for Liu Hongji, everyone else still feels cold indoors.
A little cooler.
There was a faint fragrance of tea in the study, and a good-looking woman was making tea. Everyone else also knew Li Xiaogong's reputation for good tea, so they all sat there quietly until the tea soup was cooked.
Others don't know, Liu Hongji is not squinting here, but in fact he has already cursed in his heart. What time of the year is it, and you still give me the vain airs of a descendant of the family. Your grandfather was also very wealthy back then, but he is not as annoying as you.
Disgusted.
Liu Hongji is in his early thirties, has a heroic temperament, is brave and resourceful in combat, and can be regarded as a quite qualified general.
His experience is quite legendary. He was born in the common people and was also a son of an official. In his early years, he liked to make bad friends and lost all his family property. He is the kind of person described in romance novels who cares about money and is righteous, and he ended up in a very embarrassing situation.
Later, during the Daye period, he got an official position thanks to his father's support. What's interesting is that this prodigal son missed the deadline when he went to conquer Liaodong and expected to be executed. So he and others slaughtered the cattle they were escorting, had a big meal, and were imprisoned.
At that time, everyone was excited to go to Liaodong to perform meritorious services, and no one cared about him. When everyone retreated from Liaodong, no one cared about him even more when mourning flooded the land.
He was lucky enough to escape and was ransomed by his friends, but he could not get a job as an official, so he started stealing horses and selling horses, which left a big stain on his life.
People who don't like him always call him a horse thief in private. In fact, this person has a good background.
And he is also an authentic member of the Qin King's party. When he raised his army from Taiyuan, he was marked by Qin King Li Shimin. From the time he conquered Xue Ju to the defeat of Xue Rengao and was awarded the title of General You Xiaowei, he always regarded himself as a Qin King's party.
When he entered Shu and returned to the control of Zhaojun King Li Xiaogong, he and Chai Shao gathered together and secretly confronted Li Yuan, Xu Shao and others. Xu Shao later died in the army.
Chai Shao smelled something, so he teamed up with Liu Hongji and others to replace Li Xiaogong.
In the end, what was shocking was that they welcomed Li Zhiyun, the king of Chu, but Li Xiaogong, the king of Zhaojun, did not move at all. The few people who were about to make a move were greatly disappointed, and they also vaguely offended Li Xiaogong. It was really not worth the gain.
It's just now... It doesn't seem to matter whether he is part of King Qin's party, who he is on good terms with, or who he is hostile to. King Li Ding'an of Han has entered Guanxi, both Li Yuan and his son are dead, and Li Shimin has also disappeared without a trace.
May be dead.
The people in Shu are not in chaos yet, just because there is another King of Zhao County, Li Xiaogong, and everyone is waiting to see what happens. Once Li Xiaogong cannot save the situation, many people will immediately change their banners...
In fact, when Li Xiaogong summoned him to see him, he didn't want to come. He just discussed it with his confidants, but came anyway, just to see what Prince Li meant and whether this person could bear the heavy burden.
But now it seems... he regrets coming here. After all these years, Li Xiaogong has tens of thousands of powerful soldiers, but he has not made much achievements in Shu. He should have thought about what this man can do at a critical moment.
Woolen cloth?
While he was thinking about it, the tea was already boiling, and the attendants served him the fragrant tea.
Several people sipped the tea soup, their bodies warmed up a lot, and they were finally able to speak according to etiquette.
Liu Hongji was not polite to Li Xiaogong and said directly: "The prince summoned me, didn't he want me to taste tea? I am a rough man and don't understand the art of tea."
Before Li Xiaogong could speak, Li Chongyi smiled and said: "What are you talking about, General Liu? If you are a rough man and your consort is rich in the Eastern Capital, how can you favor the general?"
This is said very rudely. Obviously, everyone has not gotten along well in recent years. In fact, it is not to blame Liu Hongji and others, because Li Xiaogong's policy in governing Shuzhong has always been controversial, and it has been repeatedly rumored that Li Xiaogong will return to Beijing.
Regarding the news of the work report, it would be a disaster if others did not prepare in advance.
Liu Hongji didn't even care about Li Xiaogong, let alone Li Chongyi. He just smiled and said: "Now that we are talking about General Chai, he is leading an army to confront Xiao Mian. I originally wanted to lead an army to help him... but the prince summoned me.
When we get here and there is nothing important to discuss, does that mean..."
Li Chongyi first scolded the horse thief in his heart and said, "Tianlai Novel www.23txt.xyz" Now is a time when people are in panic. If there is news that people are desperate to save people, it will definitely make many people feel relieved.
After taking a breath, he immediately turned around and gave up his territory in order to save his life.
"General Liu talks about General Chai. Could it be that he only has Chai's consort in his eyes and no one else?"
"Ha, if that's the case, how can I still be sitting here? Li Changshi should stop talking, right? I am also the General of You Xiaowei after all. What is Li Changshi's current position? Do you dare to talk to me like this?
You little kid with a dirty mouth, you don’t know how to die, if I ask you to say a few words, why don’t you say that I’m afraid of you?”
"Bah, you are such a shameless horse thief. You are worthy of being called a general. How could my family give you wealth unless you have some minor achievements?"
"There are many people with the surname Li in Guanxi, but you still dare to call me my family. Tell me, what achievements have you made and what talents do you have? If you were not surnamed Li, look at your grandfather.
Can’t you take a look?”
Seeing that no one else spoke and only a boy named Li was there to deal with him, Liu Hongji finally got angry and cursed Li Chongyi with a desperate attitude.
The words really didn't make sense, and within a few words both of them were already furious. Li Chongyi was so angry that he lost the dignity of a noble boy. He jumped up and started to argue with the horse thief in front of him with his fists.
The Kansai nobles have such a hot temper...
Liu Hongji raised his head and sneered in response, "You have grown up, you dare to fight with me, I have killed more people than you have ever seen, come here and try, see if I can't rip off your head and use it as a wine flask?"
Seeing that a fight was about to break out, Xu Zhiren could only smile bitterly and stood up to stop them in front of them, and forcibly pulled Li Chongyi back to sit down again.
After a little testing, Liu Hongji's attitude of not paying attention to anyone is really shocking. Coupled with General Zuo Yiwei, Xinzhou General Manager Chai Shao, and many of the old troops of King Qin in Shu...
Prince Zhao Li Xiaogong seemed to have disappeared from the quarrel between the two people. He only drank the tea slowly and appreciated the taste...