"In this way, even if the leaders of the Northwest Sea tribes are dissatisfied with this acceptance of the other party, they dare not act rashly and can only accept it!" Zhao Xun spread out the map and said while looking at the geographical division of the Beihai Department on the west side.
"Even if you don't accept it and lead the army to oppose it, it can be quickly quelled without causing any big impact in the western Beihai Department. Because the Mohe Eight Banners and the Mohe cavalry and our personal guard cavalry have all collected troops in the Beihai Department, basically
, the tribes in Beihai, especially the tribes in the west that were suppressed by the King of Beihai, no longer have any strong fighting strength." Situ Liang said carefully.
In his heart, Zhao Xun still wanted to take over the Liaodong Kingdom and the Sumo Mohe Tribe, as well as the Heishui Mohe Tribe. This is the future of the three eastern provinces with fertile land. Of course, for Zhao Xun, now Heishui
The Mohe tribe is even more attractive because of the towering giant trees in the black water Mohe tribe and the deep mountains and old forests to the east of Shiwei. The giant trees surrounded by these people are good materials for building ships.
"What do you think of the situation in Yanzhou?" Zhao Xun wanted to move to the north, but he also didn't want to let go of the south. Although the north can expand the territory and integrate the various ethnic groups into one, the south is the key to the overall situation. Since being removed by the imperial court
After being declared a rebel, the Xiaoguo Army had no way to retreat.
Pei Yi said: "The opinion of the Military Affairs Department is naturally that neither the north nor the south will be spared. They have even made plans for our army, the Eight Banners Army and the Shiwei Army to act at the same time, either to cut off Yihu, or to forcefully suppress his living conditions. If there is any
Maybe, we can slow down the river management. After all, river management is a long-term project, and now we
They started construction in three states at the same time. The opinion of the Chief Secretary of State was that nothing should be done. As soon as the move was made, he immediately took action to determine the western part of the Beihai Province as a fact, and then stopped and made no other plans. He was just on guard, thinking about it, in order to
The strength of the Liaodong Kingdom and the Sumo Mohe Tribe do not dare to attack us."
"As for river management, we cannot stop easily, otherwise it will only make us more lazy. In addition, the weather in the north is not as hot as in the south, especially in winter. The colder the weather is in the north, the work will not start for several months. In this way, it has been greatly slowed down.
River engineering.”
"As for the land of Yanzhou in the south, our intention is not to get involved for the time being. At least, the Xiaoguo Army will not get involved in the short term. As for the Shanyang Mansion where the lord is located, we can use our small and broad skills to participate. I am afraid that this time it will be the imperial court.
The starting point of complete division, King Qi
Murong Cheng didn't want to fight with Situ Lei about everything in Luoyang City. Perhaps Murong Cheng wanted to leave Luoyang and then turn around and fight with Situ Lei. I'm afraid that Murong Cheng hoped to get the emperor from Situ Lei.
control, I hope the emperor dies."
Zhao Xun nodded, he also understood that now the imperial court is probably going to be completely disbanded. In Yangzhou, Murong Chengke is more comfortable than in Luoyang. After all, there is still a nominal emperor in Luoyang, and there is also a big
The enemy is staring at him fiercely, and there is a large group of ministers who do not do practical things all day long. But in Yangzhou, he Murong Chengcheng is the de facto emperor.
What Wang Pei Yi said is correct. If the current Emperor Xuanwu dies and he has no son, then the throne will have to be chosen among brothers, nephews. Who else can hold more power than him?
King Murong Cheng of Qi? He withdrew from Luoyang and asked Situ Lei to deprive Emperor Xuanwu of the soldiers and imperial guards. Perhaps this was Murong Cheng's hope.
Taking a breath, Zhao Xun said in a deep voice: "Since they are willing to surrender, then accept them and directly send a message to the leaders of each tribe to tell them that if they behave well, their private property can be protected and given a certain status. If they do not cooperate,
, lives and money are lost. If you want to take action, don’t delay it for too long, don’t give them a chance to take chances, and don’t leave them with the intention of contacting the other two countries. Secretary for Administration, make appropriate preparations to accept the population.
Expanding territory is not just as simple as talking about it."
Pei Yi said: "My subordinates understand and will start preparing now."
"The Military Affairs Department also took action and sent an order to Li Muzhi, the commander-in-chief of the Beihai Camp, so that he could also be mentally prepared and pay attention to the movements of the Beihai King's troops. Any unreasonable actions by the other party could be counterattacked."
"Let the troops in the Dongsan Prefecture also prepare for emergencies in case the Liaodong Kingdom and the Sumo Mohe tribe have any overreaction. Of course, don't provoke them. Send someone to negotiate with the Ministry of National Defense and inform them of the actual situation.
It creates an established fact. This is done voluntarily by the other party and is not forced by the Xiaoguo Army."
"In comparison, the Turks in the west are the truly powerful enemies. They have strong soldiers and horses, and they come and go like the wind." Situ Liang said, smacking his lips.
"It's best if the heavy snow falls and they don't starve to death!" Military envoy Cao Bin said bitterly. As for these Turks, who have penetrated deep into the Taiyuan Prefecture, and with Cao Gang's connivance, these military envoys naturally have no
Any good feelings.
Zhao Xun is also aware of these situations, and there is nothing he can do about it. In the past, his side was in the Taihang Mountains, and the mountain roads were difficult to pass. Even if he wanted to support him, he could not join in. More importantly, whether it was Cao Gang in the north of Bingzhou or Cao Gang in the south,
Situ Jian and Situ Jian are not allowed to enter the Xiaoguo Army. Zhao Xun can guarantee that if he takes action, these two people will definitely ask him first
Do it yourself. For Cao Gang, the Xiaoguo Army is much more difficult to deal with than the Bingzhou Prefecture Army. In addition, the Xiaoguo Army exists on the same level as Situ Lei's forces. If he also participates, then he will be on the same side as the Turkic Army. I'm afraid
It is also difficult to deal with the counterattack of the two major forces. As for Situ Lei's people, not to mention, the two parties are mortal enemies and there is no room for reconciliation.
"Actually, regardless of morality, it is good for us not to participate in it. Situ Lei is our opponent. Now that we are facing off against the Turks in Bingzhou, it will naturally attract and consume the strength of their subordinates. The war situation caused by Yanzhou, perhaps
It is no longer under Situ Lei's control." Zhang Yuanjing, the military envoy, said slowly.
Everyone knows what Zhang Yuanjing said, which is to use the forces of Turks and Situ Lei to collide to achieve the purpose of consuming the enemy's strength. Of course, the consequence of this is that the people of Bingzhou will suffer.
Seeing that everyone had no reaction, Zhang Yuanjing also knew the concerns in their hearts, and then said: "It's not that we want to see the people suffer, but that Situ Lei doesn't want us to take over. In this case, what else can we do? Then eliminate it
We can take over their strength in Bingzhou. Of course, Bingzhou is located in the north of Yongzhou and the terrain is critical, and Situ Lei will not give up easily. Therefore, by the time we take over the defense, I am afraid that Situ Lei and others will be suppressed. "
"This matter will be discussed later and a decision will be made based on the actual situation." Seeing that the others did not respond, Zhao Xun still understood that they meant the same. If there was no response, didn't it mean that there was no objection. Furthermore, Zhang Yuanjing had already generally
Once the meaning is expressed, what else can the others say.
Although Zhao Xun did not want this in his heart and wanted to lead the army to march westward, he also knew that the Xiaoguo Army was also busy on all sides and was too busy. A war with the Turkic Army would not be solved by just 20,000 people.
. And the current Xiaoguo Army cannot cause a large-scale battle involving hundreds of thousands of people again.
When everyone saw Zhao Xun like this, they were secretly relieved. They also understood that although Zhao Xun had not made a decision, for now, he was doing it according to Zhang Yuanjing's idea. Just sit back and watch the situation, aren't you just watching on the sidelines now?
Although it has been decided to integrate half of the tribes in the North Sea, things are not easy. We have to consider the lifestyle, the resettlement method, and also how to avoid causing riots due to a moment of negligence. After all, not everyone is willing to integrate into the Xiaoguo Army.
Next, we want to integrate into the Han people. Ordinary herdsmen or those who live in embarrassment are eager to integrate into them, but those with power may not necessarily think so.
Having said that, Zhao Xun decided to accept them. It was not for the territory of these two prefectures, nor for these populations. But Zhao Xun wanted to tell all the people of Hu to choose to join us and integrate with us.
, life will be better, guaranteed, and will not be bullied at will. Show those who also want to turn to their side, but are afraid of being dealt with by the leaders above, and do not get the support of the Xiaoguo Army, they can
Take action.
The two armies are fighting each other, and if one side is strengthened, it means the other side is weakened. Zhao Xun also tried to weaken the other side through a series of means. In addition to the economy, he also had to start with the people at the bottom, first weakening the other side.
If you have broken the opponent's foundation, no matter how strong the top is, it is still a castle in the air.
Although the overall strength of the Xiaoguo Army is much stronger than that of the Liaodong Kingdom and the Sumo Mohe Tribe, even if it is combined with the Heishui Mohe Tribe, it is far inferior to the Xiaoguo Army. But this does not mean that the Xiaoguo Army will fully confront the opponent.
If this is the case, then the two sides should not start a war, but just compare their strengths directly. The winner can be decided in one fell swoop without spending a single soldier, and there will be no casualties.
In fact, the war in the north is not easy to fight, and the weather is the biggest problem. Although the Xiaoguo Army has been repairing the roads in Dongsanfu and Dingzhou many times, although there are simple but unqualified cement
However, the bitter cold weather in winter not only made the roads difficult to travel, making it difficult for the army to march and fight, but also made it difficult for the soldiers to adapt to the weather further north. This logistical supply was several times that of fighting in the south or fighting inside.
Zhao Xun did not want to get into a bitter battle. Even if he won, he was afraid that Murong Cheng, Situ Lei in the south and the Turks in the west would take a big bite out of him. Therefore, to deal with them, Zhao Xun would first appease them and then
Use economic means to control the economic lifelines of the two places, and then win over the people at the bottom and make them love the Xiaoguo Army. In this way, the power of the two countries is stripped away in various ways, turning them into empty frames with only appearances.
.
In the northeast of Youzhou, in addition to these three major groups of Mohe people, there are also the Goryeo people from the Silla Peninsula. The Silla Peninsula is divided into three countries, and the northernmost is Goguryeo. Its power has been connected with the three eastern prefectures, and it has to be guarded against.
Originally Silla
The three countries on the peninsula were fighting each other for the dominant position. But now, a more powerful overlord Xiaoguo Army appeared in the north, so Goguryeo did not continue to send troops to the south. Instead, it gathered troops to the north and connected with Xiping Prefecture.
"If you want to suppress Goguryeo, you must first suppress the Beihai Department and the Liaodong Kingdom. In this way, our troops and supplies from Youzhou to Xiping Prefecture will not be hindered in any way. In addition, after managing these places, we can
Let the soldiers adapt to the environment here, even if Goguryeo really
No matter what evil ideas you have in mind, you have to let them go around without food." After listening to Zhao Xun's words, Lu Ziliang said in a deep voice. He also knew that the Silla Peninsula was also a problem. Now the northern territory of Goguryeo was terrible in the past.
They were all lands occupied by the previous dynasty, but they were never recaptured later.
Yang Wangqing, who was stationed in the northern part of Liaozhou Prefecture and was responsible for the government affairs and border civil affairs with Sumo Mohe Ministry and Liaodong State, also came back to report on his duties this time. He said with some worry: "Now, our enemies in the north are
The two main directions, left and right, are the people of Shiwei in the north. The big family in the south of Shiwei were canonized and titled by the lord, and they have reached trade and certain agreements with us. They are our friendly troops."
"Of course, the west is the Turkic army. The Turks are very strong. But because we quickly captured the Khitan people, turned the Khitan territory into Dingzhou grassland, built city walls and official roads, and almost half of the grassland was completely destroyed.
Divided into a wilderness surrounded by cities. Coupled with our thunder, the Turks
People are afraid and dare not invade easily. Therefore, as long as we continue to exert pressure on the cities in the west of Dingzhou and continue to build cities and fortresses, the Turkic army will not dare to invade lightly. After all, for the Turks, the land of Bingzhou is
A better choice, there is no need to fight to the death with Xiangdong."
"The west is the enemy on the surface, so it is relatively simple. Although it is very powerful, I still have to say this. Presumably, the enemy in the east is the most troublesome. Dingzhou to the east, in order
They are Beihai Tribe, Liaodong Kingdom, and Sumo Mohe Tribe. To the north of Liaodong Kingdom and Sumo Mohe Tribe, and to the east of the Shiwei Tribes, is the Heishui Mohe Tribe. These three and Mohe tribes are all our potential enemies.
"
"Everyone, please take a look!" Yang Wangqing pointed to the hung map. Because he was from the Beihai tribes and had been handling affairs in Dongsan Prefecture continuously, he had more say in the situation in the north than others.
"You see, although the north and south of Dingzhou are our own people and are under the protection of our own people, they are flanked by the Turks and the Northern Navy. If, if there is collusion between the Northern Navy and the Turks, we only need to send
The army penetrated from the southernmost point without anything else, relying on the Turkic cavalry to disrupt our army's logistics.
Although the people will not suffer any harm, the northern army will be in trouble. If the Youbei Sanhu and even Goguryeo move at this time, then we will not be able to lend a helping hand to Dingzhou in time. And the Shiwei people are in the east.
, and there is the Heishui Mohe tribe, which has too much time to take care of itself and cannot look south. By then, Dingzhou will be in danger."
Zhao Xun looked at the division of the various parties on the map and couldn't help but frown. Indeed, as Yang Wangqing said, it would be fine if the other parties did not unite, but if they united, it would be a big problem. It would directly contain the entire Xiaoguo Army.
The Daobei line has gone. As for the south, don't even think about it. I'm afraid even the great project of river control will be suspended by then.
"Yang Wangqing, do you mean that in the Liaodong Kingdom, the Sumo Mohe Tribe and the Heishui Mohe Tribe are connected with Goguryeo and the Turks?" Zhao Xun asked with a slight frown.
Yang Wangqing said in a deep voice: "This, I don't dare to be sure, but I don't dare to deny it either. But no matter what, we must be prepared. It is better to be prepared than to have it happen."
Zhao Xun nodded slightly, and he agreed with Yang Wangqing's meaning.
"Doesn't that mean that there is a problem with half of the Beihai Department surrendering this time?" Lu Ziliang suddenly said.
"Maybe! But no matter what, we have to accept them. In the Liaodong Kingdom, the Sumo Mohe tribe and the Heishui Mohe tribe are connected. This is certain. As for whether there is any connection with Goguryeo and the Turks, this is not yet known. However,
We must do enough to deal with it
.Even if we fight on all fronts, there is nothing to worry about. I still have a nail left in Yanzhou. Although it is small, it can be ignored by others just because it is small. The north is determined, and we will not be there.
Worry about the rear and leave too many troops behind."
"In this way, we will transfer all the Mohe Eight Banners and the Mohe Cavalry to Dingzhou. They are all cavalry. Even if they face the Turks, I believe they will have an advantage. After all, their weapons are more powerful than the Turks. The Khitan Eight Banners will be transferred eastward.
Camping in Beihai, let Li Muzhi immediately take preventive measures, and even put on a posture to fight, telling everyone that our Xiaoguo Army will not hesitate to use force this time."
"Look, is there anything else you want to add?" Zhao Xun asked in a deep voice.
"Master Li, you know the situation around Youzhou best, do you have any suggestions?" Yang Wangqing said in a deep voice.
Li Huaiyuan, who returned to Jizhou because there was no war and was familiar with it, smiled bitterly and said after a while: "I have served as a Youzhou officer in Youzhou for ten years, from the captain of the guard army to the governor of Youzhou. Here, I would like to say that I have the most respect for the land of Youzhou."
It's true that I understand, so I do have some ideas." Li Huaiyuan knew that Yang Wangqing didn't want him to continue to show his face.
It is necessary for other people to perform as well. After all, it is not a good thing for a minister to perform too well. But Li Huaiyuan himself does not want to stand out too much. After all, he is Zhao Xun's de facto father-in-law, and his eldest son
He is a general who holds military power, and so does he. He doesn't want to stand out anymore. Others definitely know what he wants to say.
Zhao Xun said with a smile: "But it's okay to talk. Let's brainstorm and don't have any ideas. Right or wrong can only be known after discussion. As long as you don't make a decision, any mistakes are not mistakes." Zhao Xun understood the two people's thoughts, but
He also didn't want the two of them to have any ideas but keep them in mind, resulting in their actions not being more perfect.
Li Huaiyuan said: "First, send people to contact the two southern countries of the Silla Peninsula, form an alliance with them, and let them operate behind Goguryeo. You must know that the three kingdoms are all dead. We can allow them to defeat Goguryeo.
We share Goguryeo with them. Moreover, we only need to harvest our former territory and let them handle the rest."
"Second, the Youzhou Navy sailed northward to the north of the Silla Peninsula, cruising on the flanks of the Somo Mohe and Heosu Mohe. I don't believe that with such a large fleet of naval warships hanging around it, it can still be busy moving troops eastward.
?Of course, the navy is mobilized and needs to leave before the end of autumn. If we are frozen in the open sea, it will be a big trouble."
"Third, slow down or even stop arms trafficking with the Liaodong Kingdom and the Sumo Mohe Tribe, and instead turn to the Shiwei people. Although the Shiwei people cannot provide us with more fiscal revenue, it is even less than that of the Liaodong Kingdom and the Sumo Mohe Tribe.
, but it is precisely because the Shiwei tribe is barren that they can be our allies. If the Shiwei people are strong, then the Heishui Mohe tribe will be relatively weak. Whether it is to deter them now or to encircle them on three sides and annihilate them in the future, it will have an effect.
"
Pei Yi smiled and said: "In this way, our actions in the north will be more complete. Mr. Li is worthy of having been the general of Youzhou for more than ten years. He will strike to the end and analyze the surrounding situation very clearly." Pei Yi said with a smile.
Yi was an orthodox civil servant, and he could only talk about military affairs on paper, but he also knew the importance of Li Huaiyuan's three points.
Li Huaiyuan smiled bitterly and said: "Master Pei is making fun of me. Who doesn't know these things as a military envoy? You don't want me, a veteran general in Youzhou, to stand out. In the past, the guards lost their troops and generals in Youzhou and lost their territory. Today, everyone, everyone
Sir, you just want me to vent my old anger."
Seeing the embarrassed expressions on the faces of several other military envoys, Pei Yi also smiled bitterly and said: "That's better than us. We don't know anything at all. We are separated by mountains. It is really difficult to sort out these military affairs."
Zhao Xun smiled and said: "Okay, no matter what, we will get back what belongs to us sooner or later, and we will deal with it according to Mr. Li's instructions. In addition, we must send someone to contact the rulers in the northern part of Yizhou, in case anything happens in the southern part of the Silla Peninsula
If the two countries disagree or want to join forces with Goguryeo to resist foreign enemies, then after the war we can unite with the northern princes of Yizhou and break the Silla Peninsula first."
Today's Yizhou is also full of vassals, and it was divided earlier than the Central Plains. In the past, the navy of Dayan could not reach Yizhou directly. After it came to rule Yizhou, the descendants of the previous dynasty who immigrated to Yizhou began to eliminate Dayan.
The government replaced them. But the tribes were not convinced by each other.
Became several independent princes. Among them, Li Chi, the Xuzhou army, was helped by the Yizhou clan in his rise in the past. Of course, now Li Chi has completely abandoned the Yizhou side, otherwise, he would not be able to survive.
There were no soldiers, so he was suppressed and beaten by the Yangzhou navy.