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There were cries of birds in the Daqing Palace. Before this, many officials had listened to the talk of war as a joke. Now the question is how to prevent Liao and Xia from joining forces to attack the Song Dynasty. The most reliable way is to strengthen border defense and deploy troops to enhance border military strength.
, rather than some unreliable fantasy like taking the initiative to attack.
But when Su Jin said this, no one thought it was a joke. Everyone did not deny that the situation Su Jin described might really make the Xia people have a favorable impression of the Song Dynasty.
Fighting, I still have many questions in my mind.
"Master Su." A tall figure walked out from the ranks of officials. He was an old acquaintance of Su Jin and a person whom Su Jin respected very much. Bao Zheng was promoted to the title of Yushi Zhongcheng.
"Mr. Su, the military is a major national event. Any negligence that is taken for granted will lead to disaster. The gap in strength between Song and Liao is not obvious. According to what you said, the military strength is still insufficient compared to our Song Dynasty. Even if the emperor condescended to express his gratitude to the Xia people,
Well, without the interference of the Xia State, we can still just talk about wanting to destroy the Liao Dynasty for the sake of the Song Dynasty. That is not a show of force in words."[
Su Jin looked at Bao Zheng eagerly. He could see the worry in Bao Zheng's eyes. It was not a principled objection, but knowing that the weight of Su Jin's words now might influence Zhao Zhen's thoughts, but it was precisely because the weight was too heavy.
, Bao Zheng had to remind Su Jin from the bottom of his heart.
Before Su Jin could speak, someone interrupted: "Bao Zhongcheng, I think Mr. Su's suggestion is worthy of consideration. In a war between two countries, the strength of the troops is naturally important, but there are more factors that affect the outcome of the war.
, such as logistical support, such as morale and courage, such as strategy, and the Song Dynasty has an absolute advantage in these factors. The Liao people just lost 260,000 troops, the whole country is mourning, and the momentum has dropped to freezing point. In terms of supplies,
In terms of reserves, our Song Dynasty has an absolute advantage. We have sufficient food, grass, armor and weapons. Even the Liao people are proud of their cavalry. The Song Dynasty has 30,000 cavalry. Moreover, Mr. Su and the Liao people have just fought. Judging from the results, it is absolutely possible.
Controlling large corps to fight and having a psychological advantage over the enemy are all our advantages in the Song Dynasty. Perhaps the preemptive strategy proposed by Mr. Su is the essence of it. As time goes by, perhaps all these favorable factors will be lost.
, until then it’s hard to predict the outcome.”
The man talking eloquently was an official with a long face, wearing armor, and actually carrying a steel sword on his body. Judging from the details of being able to bring the sword to the palace, he must be a forbidden general, but Su Jin did not recognize him.
This person is Huang Zhi, the new commander of the Imperial Guards Division. He was originally the commander of the Guards and Horses. He was recently promoted to be in charge of the Imperial Guards. The Imperial Guards and the Imperial Guards are both in charge of the Imperial Guards. Both of them command envoys.
He is the emperor's most trusted confidant, and is known as the palace commander. Huang Zhi usually doesn't talk much in court, but today he made a passionate speech for some reason.
Zhao Zhen waved his hand and said: "Huang Zhi, this is a matter of government affairs. Don't interfere. It is not a matter within your responsibilities."
Huang Zhi was a little embarrassed, and held up his hands and said: "I just want to express my opinion on the major affairs of the Song Dynasty. I only analyze it from a military perspective, so as not to misunderstand Mr. Su because he does not understand the factors that determine the success or failure of the war. That's all."
, I'm talking too much." After saying that, he bowed and returned to the train.
Huang Zhi's words had a considerable effect. After his analysis, the officials suddenly felt that if there was a war between Song and Liao, the Song Dynasty would have a really high chance of winning.
"Su Aiqing, I think this matter needs to be considered in the long term. Starting a war is not something to be decided lightly. I need to think carefully."
Su Jinggong said: "Your Majesty, I am not warlike. I am used to seeing bloodshed on the battlefield, and I am well aware of the disasters caused by wars. If we can avoid wars and help the Song Dynasty avoid future disasters, even if it is a twist, it will be better than
It is better to fight; I should not propose such a method, I know I am wrong."
Zhao Zhen sighed: "You don't have to blame yourself. What you proposed is just a way. It may be the only solution. For the sake of the dawn of the Song Dynasty, sometimes it doesn't matter if you don't want to fight. This matter will be discussed later. I need a good life."
Consider.”
The ministers bowed their heads and said yes. Zhao Zhen stood up. The servants shouted to withdraw from the court. Zhao Zhen stepped down from the dragon throne and left the side hall.
The ministers talked and walked out of the palace. Su Jin was surrounded by a group of people, and they all congratulated Su Jin. Now Mr. Su has officially entered the central government and has become a pivotal figure in the two governments and three departments. All three departments have high positions.
The high position seems to be a candidate for the future prime minister. In the past, Su Jin was regarded more because Su Jin was favored by the emperor and was Yan Shu's niece and son-in-law. Now, Su Jin's official position and reputation are well deserved.
Not to mention the growing wealth and various astonishing rumors of the Northwest Fourth Road, who can stir up the situation between Liao and Xia and play them to the side of applause?
Many people wanted to invite Su Jin to invite him to a banquet in the hope of establishing friendship with him. Su Jin still adhered to the principle of accepting all comers. Officials who could go to court were naturally not ordinary people. Even if they were
An incompetent official must have a family background. Su Jin would never offend someone inexplicably on such a trivial matter. Su Jin agreed casually, without considering whether there was a time conflict, but everyone did not care.
In fact, eating, drinking, etc. are secondary. The key is to talk to Su Jingou. As long as you agree, it doesn't matter whether you go or when.
In the middle of the excitement, the chamberlain walked out of the palace, ran to Yan Shu in small steps, and whispered a few words in a low voice. Yan Shu nodded, stretched out his hand to greet Su Jin and said, "Master Su, I have something to say to you."
Su Jin worked hard to squeeze out of the crowd and came to Yan Shu and said: "Xiang Yan, I am also planning to invite you to my house for a banquet at noon. Biyun and the others miss you very much."
Yan Shu smiled and said, "That's a must. I want to take them to live in the mansion for a few days. You won't object, right?"
Su Jin said: "How dare you object? This is how it should be."
Yan Shu said: "We will discuss these matters later. The emperor wants you to go to the imperial study to see him. He is probably asking about what was discussed in the palace today. You don't really want to suggest that the emperor use troops against the Liao Kingdom, do you? You have to think about it.
.”
Su Jin thought for a while and said: "I haven't made up my mind yet. I hope we don't get to that point. The wind will stop when the tree is still and there are some things and situations that will force us to make a decision." [
Yan Shu said sternly: "My suggestion is that you wait a little longer and don't rush. You are new to the center and you need an identity to act. I don't want to embarrass you, because if you give me any reasons to touch me, I will definitely oppose you.
Suggestion, so you should be careful."
Su Jin nodded and said: "I understand, I am no longer the stupid young man I used to be. I know very well what I am doing."
Yan Shu said: "That's good, you can go, please don't wait too long."
Su Jin cupped his hands and turned around to walk along the east aisle of Daqing Hall. Suddenly a figure flashed out from behind the flower tree. Su Jin was startled and realized it was Xia Song.
"It turns out it's my father-in-law, and my son-in-law is polite." Su Jin saluted.
A slight smile appeared on Xia Song's face, and he waved his hand and said, "That's all, why are you pretending? I know that the emperor must see you, so I'm blocking you here."
Su Jin smiled and said: "My father-in-law is good at calculations, and he can even do this. What do you have to say, father-in-law?"
Xia Song suddenly looked a little nervous and said softly: "Why doesn't Ling'er go back to see me? Is it because you don't allow her to go back?"
Su Jin laughed dumbly and said: "So that's what happened. I thought my father-in-law was here to warn me not to raise an army, but it turns out that's what happened."
Xia Song said: "Why should I stop it? I agree with your analysis. If you need my help, I can file a memorial to second your opinion."
Su Jin was stunned, and then sighed. Once upon a time, Xia Song wanted to kill him, and she regarded him as the number one threat. But now it is such a warm scene. It shows that nothing is absolute and everything is changing.
"Thank you, father-in-law. I will ask for help when needed. Ling'er is pregnant with Liujia. She arrived yesterday and was a little tired from the road. She was going to see you last night, but I stopped her. I will be with you after a few days of nursing. Let’s go see her together.”
Xia Song was shocked: "Have you seen a doctor?"
Su Jin smiled and said: "It's just that I feel uncomfortable after trudging on the road. It's nothing serious."
Xia Song breathed a sigh of relief and suddenly leaned into Su Jin's ear and said, "You didn't regret that matter, did you?"
Su Jin asked in surprise: "What's the matter?"
Xia Song's beautiful beard flew out angrily: "What else is going on? Of course it's about the adoption of the child in Ling'er's belly. You won't really regret it, will you?"
Su Jin laughed loudly and said, "Don't worry, I won't regret it, but you have to pray to God to bless this baby."
Xia Song chuckled and said, "I have asked someone to calculate it a long time ago. It is suspected that this baby will be a boy."
Su Jinyu raised his head and saw the figure of a chamberlain running towards him in a hurry. The chamberlain shouted from a distance: "Master Su, the emperor is impatient. Please hurry up."
Su Jin was just about to say hello to Xia Song, but found that Xia Song was no longer around, and the old man's back was already on the flower bed path a few feet away.
Su Jin gave a wry smile and walked along the corridor between the red-walled and green-tiled palaces where banquets were held.[