In the lobby, facing everyone's sideways glances, Yang Hong spoke eloquently: "In contrast, if we raise troops by land to meet the emperor, whether we go to Sili via Yuzhou or via Xuzhou, we will have strong enemies around us.
There are also many hurdles.”
"So these land routes that are full of thorns are not only difficult to walk, but also impossible if you want to be very quick..."
Having said this, Cheng Pu couldn't help but suggest: "Master Yang, what if we take the water route?"
"That's right!" Yang Hong nodded and said, "Compared, taking the water route is indeed faster, better, and more secure."
"But if we choose the water route..." Yang Hong smiled and suddenly asked: "Colonel Cheng, do you think it is more appropriate to take the river route or the river route?"
Although Cheng Pu is from the north, he has stayed in Jiangdong for many years, so he naturally understands what Yang Hong means.
Shouchun is on the Yanghuai River, and not far to the south is Shaopitang (a large-scale water storage project hundreds of years earlier than Dujiangyan and Zhengguo Canal, which shows that the water conservancy is developed in this area). It is naturally convenient to walk on the river, but it can be found in all states.
The rivers are not connected, and there are many detours. Secondly, the river is not as wide as the river. It is difficult to prepare enough food and pay for more troops and equipment.
If we supply supplies along the way, most of Yuzhou is still within Yuan Shu's sphere of influence, which is better. But once we pass through Runan, it will not be easy when we reach Yingchuan.
As for Yingchuan, it just connects to Henan Yin.
As for taking the river route, even if you start from Shouchun, you must control the ferry upstream!
Sure enough, Yang Hong glanced at Cheng Pu and asked: "Hong heard that General Sun had occupied Shicheng a few days ago and captured Hengjiang River. He wanted to use two river crossings. I wonder if the four sides of the crossing have been cleared?"
"The north is pretty good. The young master has conquered Meiling, Hushu, Jiangcheng and other places with great victory. As for Wuhu in the south, Liyang has not yet been conquered."
"That's it." Yang Hong nodded to him, then looked around at the crowd and said: "The Yangtze River ferry is in my hands, and the entire army can be mobilized. From here, we can head north. However, the north and south are not yet determined, and the enemy is still there. If we are alone,
It’s okay to be a soldier, but if you bring baggage, food, etc., and establish a logistics line, how will Liu Yao handle it if there is any abnormal movement?"
"If you don't bring them with you, hey, gentlemen, the reason why the emperor returns eastward is because of the continuous natural disasters in Guanzhong, which will lead to his death early. If our army doesn't bring enough of these, I'm afraid that we won't be able to meet them, and there will be chaos first due to lack of food!"
What he said made perfect sense, and everyone nodded.
"Moreover..." Yang Hong said again: "What if our army is attacked by Liu Yao, Yuan Shao and Cao Cao on the Yangtze River?
Is good?"
I don’t know what other people think, but Wang Zheng already understood what Yang Hong meant.
If you want to rescue him, you can only take the river route, and if you want to take the river route, you must first control the Danyang County around Jiangdu.
The key is that his strategy is reasonable and there is no fault at all.
At this time, Yuan Shu, who had been silent all this time, coughed lightly. When everyone in the hall turned to look, he said in a deep voice: "It is the duty of a minister to be loyal. If the emperor is in trouble, I must give everything I have.
There is absolutely no grudge."
"The most fearful thing is that the soldiers under my tent bleed and fight, but in the end they fail to rescue the emperor and let him continue to be coerced by the thieves, unable to control themselves!"
"Therefore, what Master Yang said is very reasonable. No matter I or you, I, the prince, are eager to save you, but you still need to think clearly and think carefully."
"I believe that all those present here, whether civil or military, are loyal and righteous and have no fear of death. However, everyone is destined to die. Some are as light as a feather, and some are as heavy as a mountain. It is self-evident how to choose."
After saying this, Yuan Shu seemed to be overwhelmed with emotion and couldn't help himself. Yuan Shu raised his head and closed his eyes for a while. When he opened them again, he was the first to look at Wang Zheng: "Do you think so, do you think so?"
Can I say no?
At this time, Wang Zheng was filled with emotions, almost saying "fuck you."
To serve Emperor Xian of the Han Dynasty and to seize Liu Yao's territory, two unrelated matters were suddenly brought together by Yuan Shu and Yang Hong, and they were made so high-sounding and reasonable...
Speaking of their ability to make excuses, these ancients were really powerful, which he secretly admired.
Now that they have the same interests, he will naturally cooperate.
"It's exactly what Zhou Mu said!" Looking around at the crowd, Wang Zheng said loudly: "The hair and skin of the body are affected by the parents. People are destined to die, but they should die in a proper place, as important as Mount Tai!"
Yuan Shu nodded with satisfaction and looked at Yang Hong: "Sir, please continue."
Yang Hong said: "If we want to stabilize the rear, we must first remove Liu Yao's wolf, which will delay us for a while. As long as our army no longer has any worries and can take advantage of the river to move up the river, we can reach the imperial position in ten months."
"Liu Yao is a serious problem for our lord. Hongqian received reports from spies. Not long ago, Xuzhou Xiapi Prime Minister Zuo Rong and the new Guangling Prime Minister Zhao Yu have secretly formed an alliance with Liu Yao and even regarded him as the leader of the alliance. Therefore, if we really send troops to attack
If you go to Xiapi, Guangling will most likely come to your aid!"
"In that case, why not attack the three thieves at the same time and solve them together to save trouble!" Ji Ling couldn't help shouting.
"What Ji Junwei said is true." Yang Hong said with a smile: "According to Hong's opinion, if we send out troops to eliminate future troubles, we have to attack three people at the same time, but we have to divide the troops into six groups, three for defense and three for attack."
"The defenders are not only blocking outsiders from coming to help, they are also setting up a trap to cut off the communication between the three parties and cut off their retreat at the same time!"
"As for the attackers, one will attack south of Danyang, the other will attack Pi, and the other will attack Guangling!"
Having said this, Yang Hong looked around the audience and saw that everyone nodded in approval. No one objected. He smiled confidently, turned to Yuan Shu and cupped his hands and said: "The specific actions and actions will be announced by the Lord!"
When summoning the generals, the specific arrangements were the highlight. What Yang Hong did was nothing more than a foreshadowing, an opening statement, to put it nicely, it was to set the tone first. After all, even in later generations, when marching and fighting, they also had to talk about the teacher's reputation and the Japanese invaders.
In Northeast China, everyone has to find a reason for the disappearance of soldiers, let alone the big man at this time.
Lao Tzu said that governing a big country is like cooking small dishes. In fact, everything in the world has the same principle, especially things related to people. Human nature must be considered. If you take advantage of the principle, you will be strong, and if you fail to do so, your power will be weak.
The purpose of being famous is to tell our soldiers, and even the people of the world, that we are justified in beating others, that we are on the moral side, and that we are on the righteous side.
For example, the generals in the hall have a higher status and can be regarded as the link between the upper and lower. Just like the arm uses the fingers, they are the joints and they are the wrists. There is no need to explain the deep-seated reasons. At least they have to unify their thoughts. Knowing what the purpose of this battle is,
Knowing the consequences of defeat in this battle, everyone can strive to be the first to win.
This means that those who share the same desires will win.
Today's performance by Yuan Shu and his ministers actually gained a lot from Wang Zheng who was standing by.
Speaking of which, except for the place where the incident occurred, whether it was attacking Xuzhou or Ketai Mountain, he actually did not pay special attention to the aspect of "the division was famous".
One is to take advantage of the system, and there is no need to think about "the same desires above and below". Whatever he wants to do, his subordinates have to do it!
The second reason is that because he is a bandit, he doesn't care much about the opinions of the people in the world.
...
"Since Sun Ce has penetrated deeply into Danyang, it is only natural to pursue him while he is victorious." Yuan Shu stood up, his face solemn, and he had an air of calmness and authority: "I will leave this journey to Bo Fu."
He stared at Cheng Pu and said: "Cheng Pu, I will give you five thousand troops to reinforce."
"Here!"
"Xiapi Zuirong is from Danyang. When he gathered hundreds of brave men to join Tao Qian a few years ago, I asked someone to investigate his past. It is said that he was famous in the countryside for his bravery and should not be underestimated. Zhao Xun will leave it to you on this journey. As a general, I will bring ten thousand troops forward, and I will kill them all!"
Valley imitation
"Here!"
"As for Guangling..." Yuan Shu said as he slowly looked at the generals, "Although Zhao Yu is a new scholar, he is not familiar with military strategy and his foundation is not stable, but it should not be underestimated. This road also requires a general with both wisdom and courage. , I wonder who is willing to bear it?”
He almost said that Zhao Yu was a soft persimmon by name. Before he finished speaking, he saw seven or eight military attachés coming out of the queue almost at the same time. Amidst the clanging of their armor, they said in unison: "The last general is willing to go!"
Wang Zheng's expression changed.
In Yuan Shu's words just now, the only thing that caught his attention was the word "new appointment".
How new is it?
If it happened after Liu Bei became the pastor of Xuzhou, it would not be obvious that he entrusted him with the important task, or it would prove that Zhao Yu was quite capable and more trustworthy. More importantly...if there was a war in Xiapi and Guangling at the same time, the other party might Will pay more attention to this journey!
Just as he was thinking about it, Yan Xiang, who had been silent for a long time, suddenly interrupted and said: "My lord, Guangling and Xiapi are both in Xuzhou. Our army is sent out to serve the emperor. Since the king is here, we also need to ask. Ask him for his opinion!”
"That's right." Mrs. Yuan clapped her hands on the desk and glanced over with feigning annoyance: "Yu Kou, we are now ministers of the same court and have formed an alliance. There is no need for us to see each other. But if both counties are controlled by my troops, Is it against the law to go forward?"
"The Zhou Mu is worried too much." Wang Zheng looked calm and said with a smile: "For the public, the Zhou Mu is the superior official of the government, and for the private, he is also the elder of the government. What's more, this mission is to prepare for the northward service to the emperor. How could there be any violation?"
"On the contrary, the warriors under the command of Zhou Mu are happy to hear the battle, and they are all generous people." After saying this, he cupped his hands and said, "Zheng is watching from the sidelines, and his hands are itchy."
"Let's see..." Wang Zheng said: "How about leaving Guangling to the government to conquer?"
Although he vaguely guessed that Guangling might be the toughest nut to crack among the several routes, Yuan Shu opened his mouth and the emperor kept his mouth shut, so he obviously put him on the line.
In the name of Shandu, they are all ministers of Xiandi, and they say that the troops are divided into six groups. He, Yuan Gongguo, is already in charge of the fifth group. If he doesn't do anything, wouldn't he be blamed?
Besides, the reason he came to Yangzhou was because he guessed Yuan Shu's intention after playing a trick with Mi Heng. Wang Zheng had the intention to follow the trend and use his strength to drive Liu Bei away from him. In this case, he had already been mentally prepared to help.
Hearing that Wang Zheng took the initiative to ask for a job, Yuan Shu was very satisfied and nodded repeatedly: "Great kindness!"
"The king's governor did not reach the weak crown, but within a few months, he was able to fight against all the young men and women. This is the real talent of "knowing the soldiers and making good use of them, and being both civil and military". What is even more incredible is that this loyal king
Your pure heart!"
As he spoke, he nodded at the few people who had just come out and said with a smile: "In comparison, not to mention you and others, even I am a little ashamed of myself and feel that I have wasted many years in vain."
Don't bring hatred to me.
Wang Zheng said hurriedly: "The state pastor praised me so much that I really feel ashamed and cannot bear it."
"All the gentlemen in this hall are the seniors of Zheng. Since they have been blessed by heaven, most of them are lucky. All the generals are capable warriors who have been on the battlefield for many years. They are exactly what Zheng hopes for."
After being modest, he continued: "However, for such a major event, Zheng will naturally go all out and not fall behind others, but...according to Zheng's knowledge, there are eleven counties in Guangling. When I came to Yangzhou, I brought the troops
There are not many horses, so it is not easy to conquer. If we guard it in the later stage..."
"It's enough that you are willing to serve as a general." Yuan Shu smiled and said: "I will naturally provide troops and horses to support you."
After pondering for a while, he said, "Although Guangling belongs to Xuzhou, you have been the governor for a short time, so you must not be familiar with its mountainous geography. So... where is Ji Ling?"
When Ji Ling raised his head and marched out, Yuan Shu said: "You lead five thousand troops, assisted by the king's governor, to attack Guangling together!"
"Here!"
This number has exceeded the total force brought by Wang Zheng. Regardless of the real combat power, Yuan Shu has done a very good job in terms of appearance alone.
...
The commander of the three-pronged attack and the various troops decided to defend the three-pronged attack. Yuan Shu ordered the generals, including the civil servants, to arrange baggage, food, etc., including the specific date of the army's departure, the swearing-in ceremony, etc.
Wait, all generals need to return to camp first to make preparations, and we will notify you later.
After a tedious discussion of many details, one by one, it was already the moonlight in the atrium.
In the dark night, Wang Zheng and his soldiers set off slowly. Not far from the state capital, they heard the sound of horse hooves coming from behind, which was extremely rapid.
After all, it was not their own territory, so the guards did not dare to be careless. Everyone held down the hilts of their swords, and at the same time, they placed Wang Zheng in the middle of the guard in an orderly manner.
At this time, Gu Pan looked back and saw four or five knights approaching. The first one was wearing armor and carrying a sword. He was full of military atmosphere. He was riding his horse and whipping his whip while shouting: "But General Tian Gong is in front of you?"
Since entering the city, no one has called him this name for a long time. Wang Zheng took a closer look and saw that he was a bearded man. Before entering the hall during the day, he seemed to be a member of the Yellow Turban camp, but his name was unknown.
He reined in his mount, signaled his soldiers to disperse, raised his hands and said with a smile: "This is Wang Zheng, who do you think you are?"
"My name is Ye Shi, and I am also from Qingzhou." The general urged his horse to come over. He first looked around and saw no one was around, and then said, "But I came here specifically to find General Tiangong."
He also said: "This is not the place to talk. General Heavenly Lord, if you believe in me, follow me."
Wang Zheng smiled and said casually: "Since we are fellow countrymen and fellow believers, what can't we trust?"
"Besides, don't be late when your elders give orders."
Hearing this, Ye Shi laughed, obviously very happy: "General, he is indeed a man who achieves great things!"
...
Ye Shi hurried forward to lead the way and found a small path to walk. The densely packed houses once again blocked the weak moonlight, making it pitch black. When they reached a remote alley, Ye Shi even ordered everyone to extinguish the torches. Master Wang Zhengyi
It was good to be bold, but the guards around him became more and more wary as they walked, secretly raising their guard.
When he arrived at a private house, Ye Shi finally stopped, dismounted first, and said at the same time: "This is it, general, please." Then he said to the people around him: "Stay outside."
Wang Zheng smiled and said to the people beside him: "You guys should also wait here."
"General..." The soldier glanced at the front, which was dark, and couldn't help but feel a little worried, but Wang Zheng waved his hand: "You can't stop waiting, Mr. Ye is my Yellow Turban senior, and these people who are following you at this time must also be
He is a strong man who has gone through hundreds of battles and has rich experience, so I would like to ask you for advice."
Hearing this, Ye Shi chuckled and said: "General Tiangong, don't be ridiculous. If we talk about bravery, how can my subordinates compare with your tigers?"
Then he turned around and ordered: "There is a house opposite. Let's wait for these brothers to have a rest. We will serve you with good wine and meat!"
"Here!"
The road was dark and narrow at night, but with an acquaintance like Ye Shi leading the way, and Wang Zheng's extraordinary physique, they turned left and right, and the two of them arrived at a private room in the courtyard.
In the darkness, Wang Zheng took a quick look. At this time, there were seven or eight people there, almost all of them yellow scarf generals who had talked with them during the day. They seemed to have been waiting for a long time.
When he stepped into the threshold, everyone stood up one after another, and immediately prostrated at the same time, shouting in unison.