Under the rule of Xiushan County of Yun State, Hekou Town.
This small town in the Yun Kingdom has an unusual name, but it has several branches of the river converging here.
This kind of terrain should have been a prosperous and prosperous place with developed water transportation.
But it is precisely because of the convergence of various water veins here, coupled with the terrain, that the water here is turbulent and extremely dangerous. Ordinary boats would be in danger of capsizing at this point, so this place does not gain anything from these water veins.
benefit.
Yang Dayan only led a team of soldiers and stationed himself at the Majiang River. Looking at the rough and dangerous river, he raised his brows slightly and said with a strange look on his face:
"Li Chao Navy, can you pass through here?"
Hearing this, his subordinates quickly raised their hands and said:
"General, this is how Tan Ma responded. The navy of Li Dynasty went north along the Red River, without stopping along the way, and headed straight for this place!"
When Yang Dayan heard this, he couldn't help laughing and said:
"On the other side of the Li Dynasty, are you out of your mind? The hydrology here is unknown and the river waves are dangerous. No matter how powerful the navy of the Li Dynasty is, they will hit a wall here!"
When all the soldiers heard this, they also laughed in agreement and said one after another:
"What the general is saying is that the Li Dynasty thinks that these inland rivers can be used without any scruples like sea navigation?"
"It seems that the general is really over-concerned. If he had known that the river here was so dangerous, why would he rush here without stopping!"
Listening to the discussion of his soldiers, Yang Dayan couldn't help but smile proudly and said:
"If we can take this opportunity to eliminate the navy that Li Dynasty is proud of, then my general's contribution will be greatly..."
Now the Li Dynasty, that is, the navy can hold on. If Yang Dayan can destroy the navy, although it cannot be said to destroy the country with one force, it is still close!
But at this moment, among the soldiers, Zhuge Liang and Xu Shu, the only two men wearing scholar's attire, frowned.
Looking at the happy and excited soldiers on the side, Xu Shu lowered his voice and said:
"The navy of the Le Dynasty is the elite in the world and the pillar of the defense of the Le Dynasty. Its divisions and generals are elite. Their soldiers are well-trained and proficient in water warfare. How could such a force not know the risks of the waterways here and make such a mistake?"
When Zhuge Liang heard this, he frowned and said in a deep voice:
"This is something I haven't thought clearly about..."
Having said this, Zhuge Liang was silent for a moment and continued:
"The three water veins of Honghe, Nanpanjiang and Yuanjiang converge here. Nanpanjiang extends to the northeast, bypassing Xiushan County and reaching Shicheng County. On the Yuanjiang side, it extends to the southwest and goes deep into the hinterland of Dayun. But this
There are two water veins, the river is turbulent, and there are many dark rocks under the water, making it difficult for a ship with more than 500 pieces of material to sail!"
Although from the map, Nanpanjiang and Yuanjiang lead directly to the hinterland of Yun Kingdom. However, the inland rivers are greatly affected by the terrain and river courses. The channels and hydrology of these two rivers are unclear. How can they be so easily navigated?
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Yang Dayan on the side turned his head and noticed Zhuge Liang and Xu Shu who were whispering beside them. Their eyelids immediately raised and they said warmly:
"Two gentlemen, are you tired? I was anxious before, but I didn't send you two back to the military camp first."
Yang Dayan often does messy things, but he is definitely not really a messy person. Regarding Zhuge Liang and Xu Shu, who seem to have some abilities, as long as conditions permit, he will never be stingy and have a good attitude.
Hearing this, Zhuge Liang felt very proud, bowed slightly and said:
"It doesn't matter. Although we don't have astonishing martial arts skills like the general, we are not weaklings."
When Yang Dayan heard this, he laughed loudly, cupped his fists and saluted, and said:
"I like you very much as a scholar! I, the general, was inevitably impatient before. I apologize for any offense I caused you!"
Seeing this, Zhuge Liang and Xu Shu quickly returned the courtesy.
At this moment, he heard his soldiers suddenly shouting:
"General, look!"
Everyone followed the sound and saw a hazy mist suddenly rising above the river in the distance, and a faint black shadow appeared.
Yang Dayan narrowed his eyes, stared ahead for a long time and couldn't look away, and said in surprise:
"At this time, where does the water mist come from?"
The water on the river is evaporating, and there is often fog. But let’s not talk about the current season, let’s just say that it is noon, the sun is in the sky, and there is still fog, which is a bit strange!
Then he saw that the black shadow in the distance was getting bigger and bigger, and it was getting closer. In just a moment, it was already close. Even though it was blocked by a thin layer of water mist, Yang Dayan and others were able to see the whole picture clearly.
The sound of the war drums was like muffled thunder, coming from far to near. The flags on the huge dragon-headed warship were flying in the head, and a chilling atmosphere spread across the surface. And behind this huge dragon-headed warship, there were all over the river, as far as the eye could see.
There are no end of ships of all sizes.
Yang Dayan and the soldiers around him were from the Yun Kingdom. Have they ever seen such a large battle?
Even though everyone had heard that the Li Dynasty navy was coming rashly before, they all despised it in their hearts. But when the Li Dynasty navy came in force and everyone saw hundreds of warships approaching through the waves, they felt in their hearts.
The shock was hard to conceal.
Xu Shu looked solemn, unable to conceal his doubts, and said:
"He's really here! What does Li Chao think?"
When Zhuge Liang heard this, he stroked his feather fan lightly, frowned slightly, and said in a deep voice:
"There's something wrong with the leading dragon-head warship!"
Zhuge Liang did not lower his voice and hide this from the people around him.
Yang Dayan also heard it and quickly looked towards the leading dragon-headed warship.
At this time, the navy of Li Dynasty had already arrived in front of everyone.
Where the water veins of the three rivers converge, the water is the most turbulent. Ordinary ships, not to mention crossing the river, or even approaching, will be swept away by the turbulent river water and lose control. Then in the blink of an eye, they will be disturbed by the dark stone undercurrent above the water.
It must be disintegrated and shattered, and the ship will be destroyed and people will be killed.
But at this time, the dragon-head warship of the Li Dynasty navy was extremely calm. It came riding the wind and waves, and no matter how turbulent the river water was, it could not shake it even half a bit.
The turbulent river water beat on it and immediately turned into white flowers and swept them away.
The underwater undercurrent is extremely dangerous, but there is nothing we can do about it.
Even though there are countless hidden reefs and rocks that are the most dangerous and hidden in the river, there is nothing that can be done to stop them at this time. The dragon-headed ship sails on the river without any obstruction, but from time to time there are reef fragments emerging on the river surface.
After the dragon-headed warship passed by, the originally turbulent and dangerous river seemed to have been tamed, becoming calm and without any ripples!
Yang Dayan's eyes widened and he said in great surprise:
"This is, why is this?"
This is completely different from what they had imagined before!
Everyone watched the Li Dynasty navy sailing in front of them. Many flags on each warship were flying non-stop. It can be seen that the Li Dynasty navy was out in full force this time.
But the most eye-catching thing is the most important part of the Dragon Head Warship, the Xuanwu flag with gold patterns on a black background!
Xu Shu frowned and said in a deep voice:
"The Li Dynasty respected Xuanwu as the sacred beast that ruled the country, so the Xuanwu flag was the symbol of the Li Dynasty. And this Xuanwu flag inlaid with gold should be the symbol of the Li Dynasty clan!"
Zhuge Liang heard this and said:
"I'm afraid, it's not as simple as the clan!"
Yang Dayan turned to look at him and couldn't help but ask:
"So?"
Zhuge Liang lowered his head slightly and said in a deep voice:
Gu Ti
"I apologize!"
After saying that, he suddenly raised his feather fan and waved it towards everyone.
The inexplicable and mysterious meaning spread out in an instant.
Yang Dayan felt his eyes were cold and couldn't help but rub his eyes.
When he opened his eyes again and looked forward, the world in his sight suddenly changed.
Then he saw a seal hanging in the air above the mighty Li Dynasty navy. The Xuanming Qi surged upwards, condensed in the air through the seal, and turned into a huge Xuanwu phenomenon like a turtle and snake, shrouding it.
The entire Li Dynasty navy.
Let the turbulent waves of the river hit you, but in front of this Xuanwu phenomenon, everything calmed down immediately.
Xuanwu fiddled with his limbs, and the dark stone reef blocking the front suddenly shattered. The majestic Xuanming energy moved accordingly, and the mist surrounding his body became slightly thicker.
Seeing this kind of vision, Yang Dayan was stunned and asked questions again and again:
"This, what is this?"
Zhuge Liang nodded slightly and said in a deep voice:
"The heaven and earth are undergoing great changes. People's seven emotions and six desires, the five qi in the internal organs, and their fortunes are bad and good. They are more closely connected with the heaven and earth. A single thought will give rise to visions. This is a response!"
"Yes, this seal can mobilize the national destiny of the Li Dynasty and project visions. I am afraid that the king of the Li Dynasty is personally conducting the expedition and sitting in the navy!" Xu Shu said in a deep voice.
Yang Dayan's eyes were blurred when he heard this. He only heard clearly that Li Weining was among the navy. His whole body was shocked and he subconsciously wanted to touch the bow and arrow hanging on the horse.
But he quickly realized that he had no navy and could not do anything to Li Weining.
Yang Dayan shook his head violently, gritted his teeth and said:
"I don't understand this, general. I just want to ask you, do you know the plan of the navy of Li Chao? Your Majesty has not explained how to deal with this situation before, so how can I remedy this situation for you?"
Upon hearing this, Zhuge Liang watched the Li Dynasty navy all turn around and enter the Nanpan River, and immediately said:
"Although the navy of the Li Dynasty is elite, it cannot fight on land for a long time. I think they intend to block the Nanpan River waterway to completely separate Shicheng County and Yongzhou from our Dayun Kingdom!"
Xu Shu on the side also frowned, took over the conversation and said:
"If my guess is correct, I'm afraid Xia Guo will take action this time!"
When Yang Dayan heard this, he felt even more anxious and said:
"Your Majesty's secret decree is that this general will act expediently. This is because he thought that the Li Dynasty could not attack Xiushan County where I was stationed, so your Majesty issued the decree like this. But now that the Li Dynasty navy is dispatched like this, I am afraid that my subordinates will have no choice.
Stopped!"
When Zhuge Liang heard this, his eyes moved and he said in a deep voice:
"Actually, it's not impossible to give it a try!"
Hearing this, Yang Dayan suddenly felt a glimmer of hope in his heart and said:
"Say it quickly!"
When Zhuge Liang heard this, he pursed his lips and chuckled, raised his feather fan and flashed it slightly.
A weak wind suddenly emerged from the feather fan, picking up the remaining mist and dissipating it.
Yang Da's eyes were stunned, and he touched his head in confusion.
"What, what do you mean?"
"General, please submit a letter requesting your Majesty's permission to build a wind praying platform!"
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In the Qingcheng City of Yun State, in the Imperial Palace and Harem, in the Qionghua Palace.
Bian Liuyun entered the palace as Princess Rouning of the Xia Kingdom, and her status was considered noble, so naturally she should not be neglected. In addition to the new concubine position under the queen and above Zhaoyi, the residence, ceremony, etc. should not be neglected.
This Qionghua Palace is where Bian Liuyun lives now.
In the palace, Bian Liuyun, who was wearing elegant palace clothes, personally led a middle-aged man to Xiao Cheng.
Without saying a word, the middle-aged man leaned over and knelt down, saluting:
"Musician Bian Borong, pay homage to His Majesty!"
When Xiao Cheng saw this, he quickly said warmly:
"You are Master Yun'er. You have been raised and taught by you since I was a child. You are still considered an elder. This is Yun'er's Qionghua Palace, so there is no need for gifts from outside monarchs and ministers!"
Xiao Cheng's words and deeds were gentle, but after all, he was the emperor. Except for the important officials in the court and the nobles of the clan, there were few people worthy of his gentle treatment.
Although Bian Borong was the leader of the music family, he was just a white man after all, so treating him like this was obviously for Bian Liuyun's sake.
Seeing Xiao Cheng's gentle gesture, Bian Liuyun understood his thoughtfulness in her heart. She immediately curved her eyebrows, smiled softly, and looked at Xiao Cheng, her beautiful eyes full of moving expression.
When Bian Borong saw Bian Liuyun's heart and eyes filled with joy and happiness, his heart suddenly relaxed.
Disciples of the music family often walk in the courtyards of Hou Men and the homes of powerful people, and they are well aware of many scandalous things.
But Bian Liuyun, whom he valued most and regarded as his biological daughter, accidentally fell into this more dangerous harem by mistake. Even though he forced himself not to think too much, there was always a trace of it in his heart.
worry.
Now he came to Yun State at the risk of being hunted down by the embroidery envoys of Xia State, and half of the reason was to obtain an identity for the music disciples. And the other half of the reason was because he wanted to do something to help those who were in the deep palace.
Bianliu Yun in China made some plans.
But seeing the young emperor's attitude toward Bian Liuyun today obviously made Bian Borong feel relieved.
If Xiao Cheng, the king, loved and protected him, Bian Liuyun's life would not be too sad.
Seeing Bian Liuyun helping Bian Borong up, Xiao Cheng paused for a moment before speaking:
"Since we are considered a family, I won't pretend to be pretentious. Yun'er said, Mr. Bian has come to Yun State now. Does he have something he wants to present to me?"
After hearing Xiao Cheng's words, Bian Borong showed no hesitation. He immediately took out a thick book from his arms, held it up with both hands, and said in a deep voice:
"Your Majesty, does your Majesty know the current situation of our music family?"
Hearing this, Xiao Cheng nodded and said:
"I heard Yun'er mention it!"
"Then your Majesty should also know that most of the disciples of my Yin family serve as guests in the mansions of noble ministers."
Xiao Cheng continued to nod.
Disciples of the music family have close ties with the courts of various countries. However, compared to Confucianism, Legalism and other schools of thought, the music family is more dependent. Many disciples, like Bian Liuyun who taught Yu Yingyao of Xia State before, are responsible
Teach the children of the royal family, nobles, and ministers the music.
Bian Borong held the book in his hand and said in a deep voice:
"Before April, the Xia Kingdom's court secretly mobilized troops to garrison at the Yunxia border in Wuzhou. My disciples of the Yin family spent many months trying their best to find out the news. How many soldiers did the Xia Kingdom's court mobilize, where were they stationed, how much ordnance and supplies, how many
The food and grass, where they should be placed, and how the front line should be arranged, not to mention all, at least 80%, are all recorded here!"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Cheng stood up subconsciously, looked at the book, and then quickly moved away, staring closely at Bian Borong.
Disciples of the music family were all over the Xia Kingdom's courtiers, nobles, palaces and clans.
You know, no matter how secretive Xia's various affairs are, there are always people who want to do something.
No matter how careful the deployment of soldiers is, they can't hide it from the officials in charge of food and grass. And no matter how secretive the deployment of weapons is, they can't hide it from the small officials in charge of the dispatch of official transport teams.
Musical disciples who are spread throughout the courtiers' homes can obtain information that is difficult for ordinary people to obtain even unintentionally.
Compared to the book in Bian Borong's hand that recorded Xia Jun's frontline intelligence, Xiao Cheng valued Yinjia's intelligence-gathering ability even more!