Chapter 252 The Monarchs and Ministers of Later Shu
When the Qin-Feng War first broke out, Meng Chang was still nervous for a period of time. He convened civil and military meetings every day to inspect affairs and discuss the army, and to raise awareness for the war in the north.
At the beginning, there were still ministers in Shu who laughed at the Han army, saying that it did not follow the weather and the geography, and chose to mobilize troops in midsummer to attack fortified areas. As long as they had to build deep ditches and high fortresses to resist, the Han army would be defeated.
Sure enough, it was "victory in the first battle", but two days before the joy, the defeat came. Huang Niu and other eight villages fell, and more than half of the troops were lost. Afterwards, the Han army invaded in large numbers and marched to Weiwu City.
Facts have proved that the Han army was as powerful as ever. Even if the weather was not good, the attack was still sharp and unstoppable. Meng Chang demoted the doctor who made the "wild talk" at that time.
However, the subsequent development of the war gave Meng Chang some peace of mind. Li Tinggui, the defeated general, finally lived up to his trust. Although the Han army was strong, it was ultimately hindered by the mighty city.
Although the war has been delayed, it is good news for the monarchs and ministers of the Shu Kingdom. Just as the Shu army generals on the front line considered, the Shu army is not afraid of delaying time and consuming money and food. The Chengdu monarchs and ministers also think so.
From the early autumn to the present Ji Qiu, the two sides faced each other fiercely in Fengzhou. Meng Chang's tense nerves gradually relaxed and he handed over the war ahead to Privy Councilor Wang Zhaoyuan and others to deal with it, and no longer interfered with it every day.
In fact, Meng Chang still had some confidence in the Battle of Qin and Feng. In his opinion, the Han army was only strong in its army. As for other things, regardless of military strength, national strength, or additional weapons, the Shu Kingdom was not weak, and it also had the advantage of its terrain.
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In addition, he has been ruling Shu for many years, benefiting the scholars and the people, and the people's will and the army's support. Now there is no big mistake. The Northern Han Dynasty invaded with its violence. In Meng Chang's view, it was an unjust army and it was bound to fail.
One way.
During this period of time, Meng Chang asked the talented scholars and ministers of the Shu court to write a lot of hostile and satirical poems and poems of the Northern Han Dynasty, as if he wanted to defeat the Han army with his pen...
"Your Majesty, rumors have been spreading in the city of Chengdu recently. Scholars and people are quarreling about the war between Qin and Feng. People's hearts are floating and there is great unrest!" In front of the imperial court, several ministers were waiting to report. Ouyang Jiong, the minister, reported to Meng Chang: "Your Majesty,
I thought that there must be some traitor behind the rumors, maybe it was the Northern Han Dynasty who sneaked into the city and spread it in the market to disturb people's hearts!"
Meng Chang was wearing a bright yellow crown, reflecting his handsome appearance. When he heard this, he immediately scolded: "Since you know, why don't you investigate, find out where the enemy is, and deal with it immediately?"
Meng Chang's handsome eyes narrowed slightly and he said angrily: "What is the Chengdu government doing? Why don't they send out officers to arrest the traitors with ulterior motives?"
"I believe that those who worked carefully in the Northern Han Dynasty will only be in the minority. If there is too much turmoil in the government, they will fall into a trap and make people's hearts wander, panic and suspicious!" Ouyang Jiong said.
"Then according to your wishes, the Northern Han Dynasty was allowed to be rampant, stir up troubles, and spread rumors?" Meng Chang asked. The imperial prestige cultivated by twenty years of imperial career is still very effective in deterring people.
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"That's not what I meant!"
"Send an order to the Chengdu Prefecture to mobilize the officers, clean up the streets and markets, and ban rumors among the people. And put up a notice to inform the officials and the people that enemies are lurking and villains are causing trouble. It is forbidden to talk about Qin and Feng's military affairs!" Meng Chang ordered sternly with a stern look on his face.
"yes!"
"Have you seen them all?" Meng Chang felt an unknown fire in his heart, as if he wanted to burst out. He glanced around and said: "The minions of the Northern Han Dynasty have reached Chengdu and are in front of us! As the saying goes, you can live in peace and quiet.
Thinking of danger, what are our courtiers and officials doing now that the country is in crisis? Are they still seeking personal gain and buying properties?
I have also heard that the officials and officials in Chengdu are still running around, drinking and having fun, and having fun. People have repeatedly said that the bureaucrats and aristocrats in Chengdu are extravagant, extravagant, and wasteful. I have tolerated it more.
I have practiced simplicity for twenty years and dare not inflict suffering on the people. But you don't know how to cherish blessings and don't restrain yourself. How can you have the face to treat your father? How can you bear it?
I see, this unhealthy trend needs to be corrected! If you don’t take it seriously and continue to sink, I’m afraid that one day the Northern Han army will approach the city, and you will still be in a state of drunkenness and dreams!”
Meng Chang's words were very straightforward. This was the first time in so many years that he reprimanded his officials so directly, and his words were very serious.
"I'm guilty!" All the officials were surprised, but they didn't move slowly and immediately fell down to apologize.
"I hope to be close to each other and share peace with you. Today I express my heart to you. I hope I can hear my heart and take it as a warning!" Meng Chang said calmly: "At the moment, the most important thing for the imperial court is the war between Qin and Feng.
The Yamen should fully cooperate with the Privy Council and support the Han military!"
"yes!"
"Everyone, please step back!"
Meng Chang's words today have actually been held in his heart for a long time. Over the years, no one has remonstrated with him, saying that aristocrats and bureaucrats in Chengdu are prone to extravagance. However, Meng Chang did not demean the traitors or correct the bad habits.
, just stick to your own diligence and frugality.
However, the monarch was austere in the palace, and the ministers enjoyed themselves outside the palace. After a long time, Meng Chang's heart naturally found it difficult to balance. After venting his anger to the officials during the Shu-Han war, Meng Chang felt much more at ease.
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After simply calming down, Meng Chang stood up and left his seat, heading out of the palace. The waiting eunuch hurriedly asked for instructions: "Where do you want to go?"
"To the Privy Council!"
The Privy Council of Hou Shu was much smaller than that of the Northern Han Dynasty. The atmosphere was not tense, and the officials seemed very relaxed. Meng Chang turned around and couldn't help but ask: "Where is Wang Zhaoyuan?"
"There is a batch of military rations that need to be sent to Xingyuan Mansion. The Prime Minister has personally inspected it!" the staff reported.
Hearing this, Meng Chang's face suddenly turned ugly and he reprimanded: "The Privy Council is in charge of the country's military affairs. There is a fierce war in the north. How much military information and military affairs are there? A mere batch of food. Does he, the Privy Council envoy, need to go and check it in person? Under the Privy Council, there is no
Is there anyone else?"
Seeing the emperor's anger, the officials in the Privy Council suddenly fell silent. Seeing this, Meng Chang waved his hand: "Go and find Wang Zhaoyuan, I will wait for him here! In addition, there may be military reports from the north, bring them
Show me!"
"yes!"
Regarding the true situation of the Shu-Han war, it is naturally not as mysterious as the rumors circulating in the wells of Chengdu. The true version is that the two sides faced off with nearly 100,000 troops in the mighty city, and the stalemate has continued to this day.
Li Tinggui led his army to defend the city wall, while the Han army's movements were the same, constantly reinforcing the camp and assuming a defensive posture... The commanders of the two sides only made tentative appointments to fight twice. As a result,
Naturally, the Han army won a great victory, and the Shu army was completely defeated, with over a thousand troops lost.
At the time of the confrontation, the weather was still hot in autumn. By now, the autumn mood was already strong. Before and after, the Han army only launched a tentative attack on Weiwu City. After being frustrated, they stopped attacking the stronghold.
Regarding the battle situation on the front line, Li Tinggui did not dare to hide it, but reported it to the Chengdu court in detail. Because he was fully aware of the battle situation, Meng Chang and his ministers could still sit still.
After capturing the four states of Qin and Feng, there were two Northern Expeditions and fierce battles with the Han army, both of which were protracted and fierce, and dragged on to the final decisive battle. However, this time they were on the defensive, and they were mentally prepared for the delay of the war.
Moreover, some of Li Tinggui's analysis and reports on the war were also in line with the wishes of the kings and ministers of Shu. The Han army had fought for a long time without success, and after its morale declined, it would retreat. At that time, it could look for opportunities to defeat the enemy...
However, even though this is the truth, as an emperor with the attribute of "great success", he is always a little dissatisfied with this stalemate. In terms of offense, it is difficult to break through the Han army. When it comes to defense, they are still so passive, with tens of thousands of troops.
There was no achievement at all, and instead the Han army achieved a small victory and a small gain.
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"Your Majesty, Wang Zhaoyuan, see you!" After half an hour, Wang Zhaoyuan returned in a hurry. He arranged his clothes nervously, not caring about breathing, and immediately bowed to Meng Chang when he entered.
Wang Zhaoyuan is less than forty years old now, and his appearance is really good. He has sharp eyebrows and starry eyes, a dignified appearance, and is quite heroic.
"Get up!" Meng Chang's behavior was full of favor towards this lucky minister who accompanied him in his study and growth.
"Your Majesty, why do you have time to come to the Privy Council?" Wang Zhaoyuan asked.
Meng Chang sighed: "The war in Fengzhou is not going well, and I feel uneasy all the time!"