Chapter 1211: Dispatch troops and generals
General Guan summoned the generals of the five armies to discuss matters. The first to arrive was the Northern Army general Guan Xing.
“General Guan, please come in directly. General Zhendong has been waiting for a long time.”
Hearing this, Guan Xing took two steps forward, and then asked hesitantly:
“Is anyone else coming?”
“General, no.”
“Oh.” Guan Xing nodded, “That’s good.”
After saying that, he stepped into the meeting hall.
As expected, General Zhendong was sitting on the main seat, thinking about something.
Seeing Guan Xing come in, he was about to stand up. Guan Xing quickly stretched out his hand:
“Hey, don’t be like this, don’t be like this!”
Seeing that there was indeed no one around, Guan Xing breathed a sigh of relief:
“Sanniang, you are the general of Zhendong. Logically speaking, when you get here, I should salute you.”
"But I am your brother, and there is no one else at this time, so you should say hello to me in private."
"It's better than this. We're even. Even if we're even, I'll find a place to sit by myself. Don't be polite."
Speaking, Guan Xing found a place to sit down as if he was constipated.
General Zhendong saw this and smiled slightly:
"Didn't Alang want his brother to be the Sili school captain last year? Who wouldn't want my brother to do it?"
In fact, when the army was restructured, Alang suggested that his brother give up his position as the commander-in-chief of the Northern Army.
One is to avoid taboos. After all, the Central Protectorate is in charge of the internal and external military affairs. Two uncles also control the Northern and Southern armies. Zhao Sanqian, a loyal younger brother, leads the Tiger Cavalry Army.
These three armies are the absolute main force in defending Guanzhong.
If the Southern Army general was not named Zhang, there would be a right lady in the Central Protector's Mansion also named Zhang.
I'm afraid that no matter how kind the emperor is, he will still be filled with fear.
So what General Zhendong said to Madam You just now is indeed true to his heart.
If Mrs. Right is really completely on the side of the Central Protectorate, she will not be able to figure it out.
Because of this, it will only cause the palace to become truly suspicious of Alang.
When it really comes to that point, the friendship established between Alang and the Emperor over the years will only be quickly exhausted.
It can be explained that the person in the palace wanted to support Wei Yan in order to balance him.
Unfortunately, the method was too eager, and Wei Yan was even more unsatisfied!
At the beginning of the restructuring, Alang suggested that his brother give up his position as the commander-in-chief of the Northern Army and serve as Sili Xiaowei. This was actually out of this consideration.
Sili Xiaowei is equivalent to the governor of Sizhou, and can be said to be the first among the governors in the world.
Compared to being the commander-in-chief of the Northern Army, he has already been promoted.
Guan Xing smiled bitterly:
“At that time, I thought that after the restructuring, I could lead the Northern Army and achieve some military successes, but I didn’t expect that such things would happen so quickly..."
General Zhendong certainly understands.
After all, as a military general, who doesn’t want to kill thieves and make meritorious deeds on the battlefield?
Guan Xing was silent for a moment and then asked:
“Sanniang, tell me the truth, are you sure you can go this time?”
General Zhendong shook his head:
"Brother, you are also the leader. You should know what is going on before the battle. How can you say that you are sure to win?"
“However, I promise that Hedong will not be lost in front of Your Majesty, but it is also true.”
“Isn’t the purpose of luring the thieves at Zhi Pass to contain the Confederate Army?”
“So in my opinion, they must also be worried about the strength of the Han cavalry, so they dare not easily enter the plains east of the river to fight with the Han.”
"It's just the land of Shangdang..." General Zhendong pondered, and shook his head again, "The terrain of Shangdang is complex, with flat land that is conducive to cavalry and mountainous areas that are conducive to infantry guarding."
“If the army really wants to enter Shangdang to fight with Sima Yi, and they advance both on foot and on horseback, even Alang will not dare to say that he can be completely sure.”
When Guan Xing heard this, he couldn't help showing a worried look on his face:
"This is exactly what I'm worried about. When you lead the army to the east of the river, if you haven't arrived yet, you must be careful and don't advance rashly."
General Zhendong heard another meaning from Guan Xing’s words, and she raised her eyebrows:
“Brother, what do you mean by this? Don’t you want to lead the army with me this time?”
Guan Xing sighed:
“Sanniang is going here. It can be said that she is taking away the entire Chinese army. In addition, Mingwen will definitely be rushing there as well.”
At this point, he glanced outside subconsciously, and then continued:
"When the time comes, you and your wife will lead the Chinese army outside, and you will have the right to control the foreign army..."
Guan Xing didn’t know how to continue speaking, so he remained silent for a while:
“You should also know the story of Wang Jian leading the entire army of Qin to conquer Chu.”
Some words, just stop talking.
The couple, the loyal younger brother, almost unlimited military power, Pingcheng in the north of Taiyuan is still a food town...
If you are really determined, it will be easy to build the mountain again.
Although he may not be a high-profile brother-in-law, staying in Chang'an is still considered an attitude, right?
General Zhendong was silent, then nodded and said slowly:
“Brother’s consideration makes sense.”
She looked at Guan Xing and asked again:
“Brother, haven’t you always been looking forward to leading the army to make achievements? This time, maybe it’s a good opportunity, but why are you so willing to give up?”
“In my opinion, even if brother wants to withdraw from the Northern Army, it is not too late to retreat after this battle.”
Guan Xing shook his head:
“Forget it, it’s true to say that, but why do you need to be too satisfied with your life?”
"If I win this battle, I'm afraid I won't be able to withdraw from the Northern Army in a short time."
How can there be any reason to change generals after winning a battle?
Even if the general’s own opinions are not taken into account, shouldn’t the opinions of the generals below be taken into consideration?
"And if we lose, well, of course, I don't think the big man will lose. What I mean is, if, if there is any disharmony in the real situation, wouldn't I be the one who is incompetent in leading the army and is forced to leave?"
Guan Xing has little reputation. Even when the Guan family was disliked by others in Shu, he was still valued by the prime minister. It was not without reason.
Guan Xing spoke, as if he had finally let go of the stone in his heart. He shook his head:
"I have always been unconvinced before. After all, you are a girl and you are married to another family. Even if you have the reputation of Guan Suo, I still have to be the one to revitalize the Guan family."
"Who would have thought that if we look at it now, the world only knows the name of Shiro of the Guan family, but has never heard that there is another Guan Xing in the Guan family."
"I can't compare to you in this army. It's better to leave as soon as possible and establish yourself in the court."
“From now on, we, brother and sister, both civil and military, can be regarded as a good story in the Guan family of the Han Dynasty.”
General Zhendong's feelings were a bit complicated at first, but when he heard the end, he couldn't help laughing.
"Brother can see clearly, but it's hard for me to say anything. But I don't know if brother doesn't plan to go this time, who will lead the Northern Army?"
Since Guan Xing had been considering this matter for a long time, he naturally decided:
“Pingbei General Ma Zhonghua (also known as Ma Dai, borrowed from Chao Three Kingdoms), when the Northern and Southern Armies were first established, there were veterans of the Xiliang Army.”
"Although there are not many left in these years, the Northern and Southern armies were able to build up. The few cavalry the Ma family brought from Liangzhou played a lot of role."
“Now that Ma Zhonghua is the Sima of the Northern Army, it is appropriate for him to lead the army and follow you to Hedong.”
“Well, General Pingbei?”
General Zhendong pondered for a moment, his eyes flashed, and finally nodded slowly:
“It’s a good candidate.”
The reason why he is a good candidate is not only because of his status as an old man in Ma Dai's army.
Also because of Ma Dai’s identity.
Ma, the daughter of the Marquis of Zhuxiang (i.e. Ma Chao), married King Anping (i.e. Liu Li, Liu Chan’s younger brother).
The wife of General Zhao is the Zhao Ma family who dotes on Zhao Sanqian.
Obviously, Ma Dai is a candidate acceptable to many parties.
At this moment, the guards outside could only be heard shouting:
“General Zhao of the Tiger Cavalry Army has arrived!”
The two of them looked up and saw Zhao Guang entering the meeting hall with wind blowing at his feet.
Zhao Guang was so excited when he learned that he could lead the army this time, he wanted to fly while walking.
“The general will pay homage to General Zhendong!”
"sit down."
“Thank you, General!”
Subsequently, Zhang Yi, the leader of the Wuwei Army, Zhang Jiu, the leader of the Wuwei Army, and Hu Zun, the leader of the Tuchen Army, all came one after another.
Zhang Yi serves as the commander-in-chief of one of the Eighth Army of the Chinese Army, which is easy to understand.
This man was not only from a wealthy family in Shu, but he also took refuge with the Han when the late emperor pacified Shu.
He successively served as the prefect of Zitong, Guanghan and Shu counties.
Finally, he was appointed as the governor of Gajiang. Although the law enforcement during this period was too strict, which caused a backlash from the barbarians in the south, the imperial court had to recall him to the central court.
But there is no doubt that his people are loyal to the country.
As for Zhang Jiu, he was the representative of a large family in Liangzhou.
Zhang Jiu's father, Zhang Gong, had long been famous in Liangzhou and was deeply supported by the Liangzhou officials. He finally led the Liangzhou officials to surrender to the Han Dynasty.
Zhang Ju had a tenacious temperament and was entrusted by the imperial court to serve as an envoy to the Western Regions for several years.
Not only maintained the prestige of the Han Dynasty in the Western Regions, but also kept the Silk Road open.
After he returned from the Western Regions, he brought back many Western Regions Pegasus, injecting fresh blood into the Han's horse farm.
When some wealthy families in Liangzhou had second thoughts, they resolutely supported the Han Dynasty and did not hesitate to cleanse the clan.
It can be said that it has a clear stand and has withstood various tests.
As for Hu Zun, he can be regarded as a representative of the large clan in Guanzhong.
Hu Zunnai was from the Hu family in Anding. During the Battle of Xiaoguan, he was forced to surrender by Feng Duhu.
However, although he was a reduced general, at the most critical moment of the Xiaoguan battle, he unexpectedly decided to live and die with An Ding when the Wei army counterattacked.
Perhaps even he himself did not expect that his decision not only saved the Anding Hu family, but also allowed him to gain a foothold in the Han Dynasty.
Hu Zun was appointed as the commander-in-chief of Tu Chen's army. Although he was a big man, he wanted to set an example in Guanzhong as soon as possible.
But it was enough to prove the great man’s trust in him.
Seeing the people gathered, General Zhendong said slowly:
"The military situation is urgent, so I won't talk nonsense. I believe everyone has heard about joining the party more or less."
“Now Shangdang is in danger, and the only people who can rescue Shangdang immediately are the armies led by all of you here.”
“Therefore, I am asking for orders in front of Your Majesty to personally lead the central army to save the party. The main reason for calling you here is to inform you of this matter.”
Even though they were mentally prepared, Zhang Yi and others were still a little surprised when they heard General Zhendong say it himself.
“General Zhendong, don’t we, the armed guards, have no power to break out the three armies of Chen, so we have to follow them?”
“That’s right!”
Zhang Yi, Zhang and Hu Zun looked at each other in confusion.
General Zhendong glanced at him: "Is there any problem?"
“But the generals, the armed guards and other three armies are not yet complete…”
"But the thief never consults with you, and only attacks when you are ready."
General Zhendong’s eyes were sharp:
"Chiang Shangshu also has some concerns, saying that your three armies are not well-trained, and if we just take them here, they might become a burden."
"But I told him that elite soldiers are never made by training, but by beating them!"
Her eyes passed over the three of them one by one:
"As a Han Chinese army, if you all think that you have to be ready before going into battle, then in my opinion, it is indeed a burden."
When the three of them heard this, a look of shame suddenly appeared on their faces.
At the same time, there was a rush of blood rushing to my forehead:
"General, we were wrong. Please rest assured, general, when we get to the front of the formation, we will not insult the name of the great Han army!"
General Zhendong's expression brightened slightly.
This is something she admires very much about Alang.
Reorganization in the army is not just about rearranging soldiers into camps and assigning people to lead the army.
Rather, it is necessary to further promote the system of the Nanxiang Army in the early years.
It is to follow the example of the former Han Dynasty when it was strong and powerful, with Liang Jiazi as the core, to form a tiger and wolf army that swept all directions.
Rather than relying on harsh laws and torture to force and drive soldiers to fight like the Wei thieves.
Of course, the prerequisite for all this is that there must be enough good families.
What should we do if we don’t have enough good family members?
Then make it, forge it with force!
Open schools, divide fields into acres, and enhance national strength.
Dismember the conservative aristocratic families who are unwilling to conform to the trend of history, and forcibly demote the children of high-ranking aristocratic families to ordinary good families.
The more powerful the country is, the more powerful the people are, and the more good families there are—in the words of later generations, this is the expansion of the middle class.
In the past few years, even Zhang Yi and others have been influenced by these propagandas unknowingly and to a greater or lesser extent.
Coupled with the generals in the army, they are all flesh and blood after all.
Naturally, he couldn't stand General Zhendong's excitement.
After everyone had finished their deliberations, Guan Xing deliberately stayed at the end. After watching everyone else leave, he said to General Zhendong:
"Sanniang, although it is better to recruit generals than to provoke them, most of the three armies including Wuwei are new soldiers and they are rushing into battle. You should still watch carefully."
General Zhendong smiled:
"Brother, I certainly know this. Whether we should let them seriously go into battle this time or not depends on the situation."
If there is a real last resort, all civilians must be called up urgently.
What's more, they are in the military?
“But having said that, even if we let them assist the Northern Army and the Tiger Cavalry Army, it would be better than auxiliary troops, right?”
Seeing that General Zhendong had a plan in mind, Guan Xing smiled and said:
“It turns out that this is your idea, so I’m relieved.”
The next day, when the official news came from the court, General Zhendong urgently led the Chinese army to cross the river eastward to rescue Shangdang.
General Guan Da has already taken his personal guards one step ahead of the army and headed for Hedong.
Just when the fall of Shangdang caused a shock in Guanzhong, the imperial court had to urgently mobilize troops.
Far away in Caoqiao Pass, Feng Duhu, who had just received the news, became extremely rude and cursed in public:
“Wei Yan, old man, deserve to die!”
"damn it!"
“This waste!”
“It’s just like a pig!”
“Silly-beep stuff!”
…
Feng Duhu cursed for a while, but the evil spirit in his heart was not reduced at all. He gritted his teeth and ordered:
"Come here, let the three generals Meng, Ju, and Li come to see me immediately! Immediately, immediately!"
Meng Yan, Gofu and Li Qiu received the urgent order and hurriedly came over: "Your Majesty..."
Before he finished speaking, Feng Duhu directly ordered:
“I’m going to go to the party immediately, the three of you...”
Feng Duhu said, scanning the three of them, "Immediately ask the soldiers to clean up and return to the main pass."
"Then, General Meng, you continue to guard Wuguan. General Ju and General Li, with the troops from Tongguan, will follow me and rush to Shangdang!"
"ah?"
The three of them were stunned.
Especially Li Qiu, who has been running between Wuguan and Caoqiao Pass in the past two months to supervise logistics.
Just waiting for the final attack on Caoqiao Pass to make a contribution.
Unexpectedly, the preparations have just been completed and he has returned to the army?
Then what have I been doing these two months?
People doing things?
Feng Duhu opened his mouth to explain, but closed his eyes again because he really couldn't speak.
In the end, he stuffed the official document directly into Li Qiu's arms and turned around.
I endured it again and again, but finally I couldn’t hold it in any longer and let out a long roar:
“Old man Wei Yan, I belong to your mother-in-law!”
I should have asked you to accompany the Prime Minister to see the late Emperor!
(End of this chapter)