The city of Yumenguan at this time was much grander than when Duan Ye traveled in later generations. Looking around, you can see a square castle standing on a sandstone hill in the narrow strip of Gobi Desert running east to west. According to the guide, there is salt in the south.
Alkali marshland, not far to the north is Hala Lake, further north is the Great Wall, and to the north of the Great Wall is the old path of the Shule River.
Since Duan Ye's Jiuquan Army is located in the north, the old Great Wall can be clearly seen. The east-west Great Wall winds as far as the eye can see. Every 5 or 10 miles, there is a square beacon tower.
Around the beacons of the Great Wall, there are occasionally low earthen houses, which are the places where generals rest. South of the East-West Great Wall, there is another north-south Great Wall, bypassing the west side of Yumen Pass and going south to Yangguan Pass.
The east-west lane on the northern slope of the city leads directly to the Western Region.
Riding on his horse, Duan Ye looked at the still intact Great Wall and felt filled with emotion.
The Great Wall has always been a natural barrier in the hearts of the Han people in the Central Plains. Since the Great Wall was built by Qin, Zhao, and Yan during the Warring States Period, it has been repeatedly repaired. Although the five lakes have entered the wall, today, in the hearts of the Han people in the south of the Yangtze River, the Great Wall is still a lost territory.
, you will have to take it back sooner or later!
Looking around, Yumen Pass is already very close. Is there still a big battle to be fought here?
Unfortunately, Duan Ye was disappointed this time.
The city of Yumen Pass was entirely built with rammed loess. Now the city gate is wide open, and the soldiers are lined up on both sides. Zhang Tong, the guard of Yumen Pass, comes out of the city in person, dressed in white and carrying the official seal and ribbon, announcing his surrender to Lu Guang. All his troops and horses are under the control of Lu Guang.
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Lu Guang was overjoyed when he heard this, and immediately announced that Zhang Tong was still guarding Yumen, and that all soldiers would be rewarded. Without any doubt, he only brought Duan Ye and a few other staff into the city, showing his absolute trust in Zhang Tong.
Zhang Tong was still a little suspicious at first, but when he saw that Lu Guang acted calmly, talked and laughed as usual, and all his men were relaxed, he felt relieved. So they had a banquet at night, the guests and the host had a great time, and Zhang Tong sincerely surrendered.
Yumen Pass was opened and closed without a fight, and Hexi was shaken. Lu Guang took the opportunity to send a message to the counties in Hexi, asking them to surrender immediately and join forces with him to serve the king. This time, Liang Xi paid enough attention.
Over there, in Guzang, the capital of Liangzhou, the military morale in the city is really unstable these days, and the people's morale is unstable. The streets, alleys, teahouses and restaurants are full of whispers and discussions, as if the sky is about to fall. However, all kinds of rumors
The common point is that Lu Guang is about to attack. Lu Guang has transferred a million troops from the Western Regions. Each one is more than ten feet tall. He eats everyone and robs everything he sees. Rich businessmen have already begun to pack their bags and prepare.
Ran away.
On the street leading to the Governor's Mansion, soldiers on fast horses were constantly coming and going. The four city gates were guarded by soldiers, and people were strictly checked when entering and leaving. The entire Guzang City was shrouded in the clouds of war.
At this time, Liang Xi, the governor of Liangzhou, who had nothing to do, realized that Yang Han's prediction had come true. Unfortunately, what's the use now? Now the news that Yang Han was beheaded in Gaochang has come back, Gaochang, Yiwu, Yu
None of the three passes at the gate had any effect. Now that Lu Guang has passed Yumen Pass, someone will soon take the initiative to follow Zhang Tong and surrender. It can be said that Liangzhou is already in danger.
Sitting on the tiger-skin chair in the lobby of the Governor's Mansion, Liang Xi was helpless. He said with a sad face to the civil and military officials standing on both sides of the lobby: "My lords, I thought how could Lu Guang dare to leave the Western Regions privately without the king's order, and how could he dare to occupy
I am Liangzhou. Now it seems that he does not even have the king of heaven in his eyes, let alone me? It is also my fault that I was indecisive and did not listen to Yang Taishou's words and sent troops to guard Gaowu Valley Pass and Yiwu Pass in time. As a result, Yang Taishou was defeated and killed.
Lost Gaochang. I just woke up from a dream after receiving the bad news today. The traitor Lu Guang's face is also clearly exposed. Now, although Zhang Dayu is defeated, he still holds on to one side, and Lu Guang is pressing closer. I, Liang Xi, ask myself to guard
In the past 10 years, Liangzhou has loved the people like a son, even though I dare not say how virtuous it is, and has treated the people kindly. Everyone, what do you think we should do?"
Now it seems that this battle must be fought. Sir, how do you think this battle should be fought?"
The civil servants in the hall lowered their heads when asked, and the military attache turned his head to one side. It was obvious that they no longer thought highly of the envoy. Can these people resist Lu Guang's soldiers? There were quite a few of them.
People have already begun to prepare for when they will confess their sincerity to Lu Guang.
Liang Xi's eldest son, General Yingyang Liang Yin, who was urgently recalled, saw that no one answered, and hurriedly stepped forward and said: "Sir! The military situation is urgent. If we continue to discuss it, we may lose the opportunity to fight. Now we take advantage of Lu Guang's rest at Yumen Pass to immediately
Move troops to Jiuquan and prepare for a decisive battle with the rebels. As long as Jiuquan is defended, why worry about Liangzhou not being protected?"
"Liang Yin! Alas, your brother has died on the Feishui front line. Now the burden of our Liang family falls on your shoulders." As Liang Xi spoke, tears burst into tears again.
When the civil and military officials saw the governor's appearance, many of them felt pity for him.
In any case, as the governor of a state, Liang Xi was indeed a good official. He was kind to both the people and the officials. Now that he was sad, they all came forward to comfort him.
As a son of a man, Liang Yin naturally had to choose to be strong at this time and choose to cheer up his father. After all the hard work, Liang Xicai wiped away his tears and his expression became firm.
"Liang Yin, my father didn't listen to the advice of you and Prefect Yang, and ignored the urgent documents at the border, which is why he suffered today's defeat. Recently, my father often can't sleep at night, has headaches during the day, and his health is not as good as before. It seems that
, the burden of protecting Liangzhou falls entirely on the shoulders of you and all of you."
After Liang Yin heard this, his eyes flashed, he lowered his head slightly and said: "Why do you say this, father? You are the backbone of Liangzhou. As long as you strengthen your confidence, we in Liangzhou still have tens of thousands of elites, and the food and grass can last for five years. As long as you
If we have proper tactics and unite as one, we will definitely be able to defeat Lu Guang!"
"Yes! Your Majesty! We can definitely do it! General Zhenwei Yao Hao stood up and said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, although the last general is dull, he has more than ten thousand people under his command. I am willing to die for your Majesty and to be loyal to the people of Liangzhou.
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Biejia Weihan also said loudly: "At this time, it is the end of my life. We have received great favor from the king of heaven and great love from you. If we don't fight with arms at this time, how will we live in the world? You, you.
, you give the order!"
With the leader in the lead, the rest will be easy to handle. All the civil and military officials expressed their willingness to go to the sword or the frying pan in order to make you king. Of course, some were sincere, some were moved, and some took the opportunity to use lip service, but no matter what
Anyway, Liang Xi also felt very excited. It seems that there is still a battle with Lu Guang!