In the eighth year of the great cause, the first Goryeo War launched by Emperor Yang Guang of the Sui Dynasty ended in an anticlimactic way. Device: No ads, full text, more updates
Nine armies with a total of more than 200,000 people crossed the Yalu River and marched towards Pyongyang, the capital of Goryeo. When crossing the Sa River, they had to withdraw in a panic because of the lack of food. The Sui army's morale collapsed and the army was defeated. The soldiers escaped individually and crossed the river.
The total number of the Nine Route Army in Liaohe was 35,000, but only 2,700 finally escaped back to the military camp. The rest of the soldiers, except those who died in battle, all fled.
Not only did the fighting army flee, but a serious epidemic also broke out among the nearly 700,000 troops stationed east of the Liao River, killing 34 out of 10 people. After Yang Guang was extremely angry, he finally had no choice but to command the Nine Route Army.
All were detained and ordered to lead the army, ending the First Goryeo War.
The war, which took a year and a half to prepare, consumed almost half of the country's power, and killed millions of people, only occupied a few cities on the east bank of the Liao River, and ended in an almost hasty manner.
An army of 1.1 million troops went to Korea and finally withdrew to Zhuojun. Only 500,000 people were left and 600,000 people were lost. This is a confusing account that is difficult to calculate. How many people died in battle and how many fled.
No one can tell how many people died of illness, but the outcome is clear and cannot be changed just by occupying Liaodong City. The Sui army failed in its eastern expedition to Goryeo.
The defeat of the Sui army shocked the world. Yang Guang also knew that he could not explain to the world. On the grounds that the surrender violated his will, he ordered the Minister Youcheng Liu Shilong to be beheaded to apologize to the world, and at the same time, the war
The blame for the defeat was placed on Yu Zhongwen. As the commander-in-chief, Yu Zhongwen was slack and ineffective, which led to the defeat of the Sui army. He was ordered to remove all his official positions and titles, and was imprisoned. Yu Zhongwen became ill with grief and anger, and soon died of illness.
In the Linshuo Palace, Yang Guang was pacing back and forth in the royal book with his hands behind his back. He was a little upset. His strategy could only be said to be half successful. There were still 500,000 people who withdrew to Zhuojun with him, and most of them were
It was an army led by the nobles of Guanlong, which made him extremely angry.
On the other hand, the failure of the Battle of Goryeo also greatly tarnished his face and made him feel very embarrassed. Although he was mentally prepared, when it happened, the pressure of failure was still a bit unbearable for him. Yang
Guang also began to waver in his planned strategy. Is the strategy of using the Battle of Goryeo to weaken the Guanlong nobles more worthwhile than the gain?
"Your Majesty, Manager Yang is here." The eunuch's report came from the door.
Yang Yuanqing's arrival refreshed him. Now he urgently needs someone to share his worries. Although he trusts Yuwenshu more, Yuwenshu's vision and thinking are not as good as Yang Yuanqing's. At this time, he still needs Yang Yuanqing more.
"Announce his presence!"
After a moment, Yang Yuanqing hurriedly walked in, bowed and saluted: "Your Majesty, Yang Yuanqing, is here to see you!"
"Yang Aiqing is exempt from the gift."
The appearance of Yang Yuanqing at this time made Yang Guang feel particularly cordial. Although he did not trust Yang Yuanqing very much, he trusted Yang Yuanqing's ability very much. Yang Yuanqing never let him down in anything he asked Yang Yuanqing. It was this
The psychological implication that "Yang Yuanqing never failed" made Yang Guang subconsciously dependent on Yang Yuanqing, a dependence that he was not even aware of.
Yang Guang immediately told the eunuch next to him: "Give me a seat!"
A eunuch brought a soft cushion and spread it for Yang Yuanqing.
"Thank you, Your Majesty, for the seat."
Yang Yuanqing bowed and sat down. He leaned over and said with a smile, "I am very happy to see His Majesty return safely."
Yang Yuanqing's words were very sincere, which made Yang Guang feel a little warm in his heart. He sighed slightly, "I never thought that I would lose this battle so miserably and in such an embarrassing situation, which makes it difficult for me to explain to the world."
Yang Yuanqing understood Yang Guang's mood at this time, worrying about gains and losses, the entanglement of realizing the plan but losing face. He also knew that Yang Guang came to him because he hoped that he could untie this knot for him.
Yang Yuanqing smiled and said, "With all due respect, I had already realized in May that the Battle of Goryeo was likely to fail."
Yang Guang was stunned, "What does this mean, Aiqing?"
"Your Majesty, in May, a large number of civilians fled south, and many people were sick of the epidemic. I knew that an epidemic broke out in Liaodong, and I realized that this Liaodong battle was probably a disaster. Since ancient times, no battle has broken out.
I believe that everyone can understand that we can win despite the epidemic, just like the late emperor failed to conquer Goryeo in the 18th year of Emperor Kai Huang's reign, but no one complained about the late emperor."
Yang Yuanqing's words were like lifting a heavy boulder from Yang Guang's heart. Yang Guang's heart suddenly relaxed a lot. Yes! The outbreak of the epidemic was beyond his control. How could it be the main reason for the failure of this battle?
It must be an epidemic.
Yang Guang smiled approvingly and said: "Yang Aiqing said it right and did a good job. The disease was effectively prevented and controlled, so that Youzhou was not affected by the epidemic. I must reward Aiqing well and let the world know your achievements."
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"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Yang Yuanqing could feel the happiness in Yang Guang's heart, and knew that Yang Guang had solved the tangle in his heart. Yang Yuanqing smiled and persuaded him: "Your Majesty, it is not enough for Wei Chen and Your Majesty to know this reason, it must be understood by everyone in the world.
The real reason for Goryeo's defeat was epidemic."
Yang Guang nodded, "What Aiqing said makes sense. I plan to issue an edict to announce this reason to the world."
"I have a suggestion. It is better to select some eloquent ministers and sergeants to form a preaching group and let them travel around the world to give lectures at official schools in various counties and counties to tell the story of the Goryeo War and the threat of Goryeo to the Sui Dynasty.
, let the world understand the attack on Goryeo
At the same time, I can personally feel the tragedy of the epidemic. I believe that by doing this, the people of the world will understand why the Goryeo War was launched, and let them know that the failure is not the responsibility of your Majesty, but the tenth anniversary of the founding emperor.
It has been the same for eight years, and the disease is raging."
Yang Yuanqing's suggestion made Yang Guang's eyes brighten. Although he had never heard of this method, when he thought about it carefully, it made sense. Although he was reluctant to lower his noble head, he also understood that the outcome of this battle of Goryeo was
Failure had a great impact on his reputation, and Yang Yuanqing's suggestion would be very effective in maintaining his imperial dignity.
Yang Guang thought for a long time and finally nodded, "As Aiqing said, I accept this suggestion."
The shadow of failure gradually faded in Yang Guang's heart, and his thoughts turned to the Guanlong nobles. Yang Guang stood up and walked to the window with his hands behind his back. He sighed slightly, "Yuan Qing, this time in Korea
We did not fully achieve our goal in the war, and I want to attack Goryeo again, what do you think?"
Yang Yuanqing has mastered a rule of Yang Guang. As long as he calls himself by his name instead of calling himself Yang Aiqing, it is very likely that he is related to the Guanlong noble.
In fact, Yang Yuanqing did not want the Second Goryeo War to happen, because historically, his father Yang Xuangan should have rebelled during the Second Goryeo War. Although Yang Xuangan has been dismissed from the post of minister, his ambitions are still there, and his
The rebellion will most likely happen as scheduled. In any case, he cannot let history follow its original trajectory, especially since Yang Yuanqing has mastered the ability to change history.
Yang Yuanqing fell into deep thought. Yang Guang turned his head and looked at him, "Yuan Qing, I want to hear your opinion."
Yang Yuanqing sighed softly, "Your Majesty, I think that after the Battle of Goryeo, many people's mentality will change and many people will have ideas. I suggest that your Majesty not make a decision for the time being, and observe for a few months before considering countermeasures."
Yang Guang nodded. He was worthy of being his capable general in dealing with the Guanlong nobles. Every suggestion was to the point. Yang Yuanqing's suggestion was well versed in relaxation. He had just finished the Battle of Goryeo and really needed to relax for a while. Observe
Let’s take a look at the movements of the Guanlong nobles.
Yang Guang glanced at Yang Yuanqing, with admiration in his eyes. He smiled slightly and said: "It is late August now, and I will leave for Beijing tomorrow. After you have arranged things in Youzhou, you can also go to Beijing.
I still have a lot to rely on you for."
"I obey the decree!"
In August, Yang Guang issued an order for 500,000 troops to return to their respective homes. After resting for a few days in Zhuo County, he returned to the capital by dragon boat. In mid-September, when Yang Guang was about to arrive in the capital, he issued another order to suppress the enemy.
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For his contribution to the prevention and control of epidemics, Yang Yuanqing, the general manager of Youzhou, was granted the title of Golden Ziguanglu Doctor and was promoted to the title of Feng Guogong. At the same time, Mai Tiezhang, the general of Youtunwei who died in battle for the country, was granted the title of Su Guogong, and his eldest son was allowed to inherit the title.
In the general manager's residence, Yang Yuanqing's soldiers were busy packing their belongings and preparing to return to the capital. Yang Yuanqing needed a reason to return to the capital, so Yang Guang created this opportunity for him when he was about to arrive in the capital. He had to return to the capital to receive the title and thank him.
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Yang Yuanqing didn't have many things. Except for the gifts he bought for his wife and daughter-in-law, the rest were his books, and there were also things belonging to the soldiers themselves. This time he was also planning to return to Beijing by boat. The Youzhou Governor's Mansion had three ships worth 2,000 kilograms each.
's official ship.
"General manager, Commander Li is here!"
Yang Yuanqing turned around and saw Li Yuan walking into the gate. Li Yuan cupped his hands and said with a smile: "The gate was open and no one was guarding it, so I had to go in uninvited."
"You're welcome, Commander Li. Do you have anything to do with me?"
"I have something to trouble you."
Li Yuan smiled and said: "I plan to send the three dogs back to Beijing. Is it convenient for the manager to let them take a boat?"
Yang Yuanqing smiled slightly and said, "This is a trivial matter. It's enough for Li Shijun to just tell you. Why bother to come to the door in person?"
"Actually, I have something else I would like to ask Mr. Yang for help with!"
There was a hint of embarrassment on Li Yuan's face, and he said to Yang Yuanqing: "My second son Shimin wants to become Li Sima's disciple and learn the art of war, but Li Sima has not responded. Can Manager Yang tell me something?"
Yang Yuanqing was shocked. Li Shimin actually wanted to worship Li Jing as his teacher and learn the art of war. How could this be done? Although he taught Yuanji and Xuanba how to walk, bow and ride arrows, and also taught Li Shimin what a handsome arrow was, it was just a mess.
, is just a weapon commonly used in official circles. It sounds good, but if you really want to learn it, you will find that what he teaches has no actual content.
But if Li Shimin wanted to learn the art of war from Li Jing, that was another matter. Not to mention that Li Jing didn't agree. Even if Li Jing agreed, he wouldn't allow it.
Yang Yuanqing laughed and said: "It's rare for the people of the world to be interested in this. Of course I will make it happen. I'll go talk to Li Sima, but I'll say it first. After all, this is not official business. I can't come reluctantly. If Li Sima is really unwilling,
I promise, there’s nothing I can do about it.”
Li Yuan was overjoyed. As long as Yang Yuanqing was willing to intercede, he would be 80% sure. Li Yuan also discovered that Li Jing was indeed a great talent. If the people of the world could worship him as their teacher, he would surely be used by him in the future.
"Then please leave it to Manager Yang!"
"Okay! I'll go find him tonight. If Li Sima agrees, then Shimin doesn't have to come back to Beijing with me."
"That's natural, thank you very much."
Li Yuan gave a salute and then left. Yang Yuanqing looked at Li Yuan's back, narrowed his eyes and smiled. Li Yuan had such a wonderful idea that he actually wanted to poach him. What a dream!