The Grandmaster Strategist Chapter 13: Lengyue silent
The news of Huaidong was cut off, the Southern Chu general Lu Can asked himself to dominate Huaidong, and Shang Weijun was not allowed in power. Lu Can supervised 30,000 people in Jiujiang camp, 2,500 boats, Chen Bing Jingkou, and confronted the Yong Army.
——”Zi Zhi Tong Jian Yong Ji San”
On the second day of November, Yongdu, Princess Changle’s residence, within Linbo Pavilion, entering November, the night in Chang’an was already very cold, not to mention that there was a snowfall a few days ago, but Jiang Zhe He wanted to come to the lake to enjoy the moon, so how could he not make Xiao Shunzi a headache? Early in the morning, he caused the fire dragon in Linbo Pavilion to be warmed up. It was warm like spring inside, but looking at Jiang Zhe’s lonely and gloomy expression, Xiao Shunzi couldn’t help but feel distressed. Since the beginning of the Great Yongnan Expedition, Jiang Zhe has lived in seclusion in the mansion and never went anywhere. Except for studying in the cold garden, he was in a daze at Linbo Pavilion. These days, he not only declined Li Zhi’s summons, but also Li Xian, Shi Yu and others. Also not seen. Xiao Shunzi naturally understood why Jiang Zhe was like this. It was only a matter of time before Da Yong Nanzheng, but everyone did not expect that once it came true, Jiang Zhe would be so depressed.
For a long time, Jiang Zhe suddenly chanted: “For a long time to work hard, do not learn the way of health. Young and sick, how can this body be old?”
Xiao Shunzi was shocked when he heard that the poems involved birth, old age, sickness and death, and it was often easy to become a poem. Jiang Zhe was so exhausted in his early years that Hua Fa was born early and almost vomited blood to death. Isn’t it a “long hard work”, “No Although there is a slight deviation in learning the Tao of Health, he has also started to practice some health-preserving methods in recent years, but due to his talent, he has made little progress. “You are already sick and sick”. “This sentence has been fulfilled again. Isn’t it a true meaning? Thinking of this, Xiao Shunzi only felt a cold sweat, and hurriedly stepped forward: “Why did the son say that, if the son feels that he can’t live in Yongdu, it is not Shall I accompany the son to the East China Sea?”
I said indifferently: “This time the emperor has not discussed with me the strategy of marching in Jiangnan, do you know why this is?”
Li Mang flashed in Xiao Shunzi’s eyes and said: “Could it be that the emperor has already developed suspicion for the son, so he deliberately excluded the son. This time the army is conquering the south, it is reasonable to set up a Pingnan line to supervise the army. In this way, His Royal Highness Qi is the Pingnan Xingyuan Marshal who everyone hopes to return to, but the emperor did not make a decree to establish it. Could the emperor be dissatisfied with the friendship between His Royal Highness and the son?”
I shook my head and said: “Whether the emperor is suspicious of King Qi is still unknown, but even King Qi did not propose to build a bank. As for me, if the emperor really has a heart of suspicion, he will definitely not show such signs. He was just worried that I missed my homeland and didn’t want to make it difficult for me. What’s more, after Ping Han, the emperor’s heart had grown arrogant. He thought it would be easy to destroy Chu, the three-way army of 500,000 horses would go forward together, and Jiangnan’s only 200,000 elite soldiers would do. A battle with Dayong was naturally a successful battle, and the jade and stone were burned. Not only the emperor, but also His Royal Highness and the generals, they inevitably despise Jiangnan. My worries lie in this.”
Xiao Shunzi stretched his hand and said: “The son knows everything about Jiangnan, is it possible that this war of the Great Yong will lose the army and break the generals? If so, why doesn’t the son explain the situation to the emperor?”
I smiled bitterly: “Sometimes, if things are not in front of you, it is hard to believe. When the emperor and the ministers discussed Pingchu matters, even with Shi Yu’s steadiness, they all said, “Nanchu The internally powerful ministers do not have the power, and Fengyi’s remnants are in trouble, and the generals are very disagreeable. Although there are generals like Lu Can, there is no reason to contribute to the outside. Our army advances in an orderly manner, even if it cannot be defeated in a single battle. You can attack Huainan, occupy the middle of Shu, and capture Xiangyang, so that Nanchu can only rely on the Yangtze River to survive.” In this case, it can be seen that the upper layers of Dayong have lost their calm. On the contrary, it is Nanchu. Although Lu Can is controlled by the ministers, he is the same enemy. In this battle, Dayong must be defeated by Nanchu. I have already gone to the emperor to defeat the emperor. When it comes to this victory and defeat, it is especially between the two. I advise him not to rush into the army. Unfortunately, the emperor does not stay in I asked, I obviously disagree with my opinion, or think that I can’t bear to see the soldiers of my old country, so I’m alarmist. In fact, how can a big man look forward to the future. I have been nurtured by Da Yong for more than ten years, and I have been so beloved by the emperor. On both ends, I don’t know the choice.”
Xiao Shunzi said in a puzzled way: “My son, not to mention whether Shi Xiang’s words can be realized, but the Nanchu generals are at odds with each other, and Fengyimen is in the midst of it. This is indeed a fact. Although General Lu is outstanding , But can’t control all the military power yet, can it be defeated like this? General Qin is prudent and sophisticated, General Changsun is deep and wise, General Pei is brave and decisive. The three of them are all commanders who can be alone. How can General Lu win.”
I sighed and said: “Shang Weijun is indeed the one who misled the country, but Zhao Long, the lord of the South Chu Kingdom, is his grandson. He regards the South Chu Rivers and Mountains as his own, so if the situation is critical, he will definitely support Lu. Chan, as for the squeeze after the victory, it doesn’t need to be elaborated, but it was too late for Dayong at that time. Speaking of Fengyimen, I regret a lot. I indulged the remnants of Fengyimen. It’s really because they didn’t succeed in success, and they were more than defeated, but I really shouldn’t let Wei Ying go, but because of the situation at the time, I had to do it. Although this person was cruel and fettered by fame and fortune and hatred, his family was ruined and he was living in Nanchu. But after all, this person is the son of Wei Guan, and he is valued by the Fengyi sect master. He is truly talented and his eyes are like torches. After learning from the pain, he chose Lu Can as his assistant. Over the years, if he hadn’t been for him, he would use Lu Chan’s character has long been hurt by Shang Weijun. Lu Can is different from me. I like to use power to seek employment. All my subordinates, even if they respect and love me, must completely control his life and death. Once a rebellion arises The heart can be dealt with decisively. Lu Can employs people in good faith. Even if his subordinates have his own plan, as long as he is harmless and loyal, he will use it without any doubt. Therefore, Wei Ying can use it for him. There is such a person for Lu. Can eliminate political enemies and solve problems, so that Lu Can can stand firm in Southern Chu.”
Xiao Shunzi asked in surprise: “Wei Ying, is this person so powerful?”
I sighed slightly and said, “This person’s greatness is still above yours and my imagination. Since the plot to the East China Sea failed, this person somehow reached a tacit understanding with Lu Can. Over the years, Shang Weijun Both Fengyimen and Fengyimen had used methods against Lu Can, and they were all resolved by him. The Department of Defense heard that Cao used tactics many times to frame Lu Can through the struggle for power within Nanchu, but he also eliminated them invisible. It’s not clear to the upper echelons of Yong that it was Wei Ying. It was only after I read Siwen Cao’s documents and Tianji Pavilion’s secret report that I found out from clues. Alas, Lu Can can use Wei Yin. This honesty is beyond my reach, Wei It’s also unexpected for me to be able to care about Lu Can’s relationship with me.”
Xiao Shunzi thought for a moment, and said, “My son, yesterday, the emperor sent me to the military newspaper of the cold garden. Both Jiamengguan Pass and Xiangyang have gone to war. Although there is no progress, the defenders of these two places have absolutely no time to watch. The overall situation of Huaidong has been determined, and the Southern Chu court can respond. Lu Can mobilizes Jingkou, Daying Town, Jiujiang. However, in January, Southern Chu has lost Huaidong. Does this kind of warlord still feel uneasy, if not for the Southern Chu court With constraints, how can Lu Can lead his troops to the battle now? Now that the Huaidong barrier has been lost, Lu Can is helpless even if he has the power to recover.”
I turned away from looking at Leng Yue and turned around and said: “Do you know that this time Lu Can did not send troops to Huaidong in time, and it was not in the emperor’s expectation. When Lu Can used the army, he would often make a decision immediately. , Will suffer from the fate of the foreign monarch, which is why he had the courage to attack Jiameng Pass. Why do you think he would be willing to delay Jianye? Why did Pei Yun report that the news between Huaidong and Jianye had been cut off? “
Xiao Shunzi was startled and said: “The son once said that Lu Can has a bright heart.”
I said indifferently: “It is necessary to be cruel for the general. Lu Can is indeed fair and honest with his opponents and friends, but his methods may not be very merciful, otherwise he would not arrange a plan to intercept me back then, not to mention Wei Ying. By his side.”
Xiao Shunzi thought for a moment and sighed slightly. I continued: “The terrain of Huaidong is dangerous, with rivers crisscrossing, making it most suitable for land and water warfare. The Southern Chu navy is familiar with geography and is good at using boats to attack rivers. If Lu Can and Pei Yun are fighting in Huaidong, it must be The strength of the cementation will also be beneficial to Nan Chu. But in this way, it is not easy for the South Chu army to give up Huaidong. The soldiers are connected and cannot easily retreat. If this is the case, it is in line with our army. If Lu Can is tied to Huaidong, Huaixi, Jiujiang, and Jiangxia are unprepared. Xuzhou Daying navy has 150,000 foot soldiers, why is there 30,000 troops missing? Changsun Ji’s 200,000 troops are all ready to be in Xiangyang Staying? Other generals in Nan Chu can’t stand alone. Jiamengguan Yumian is nothing more than Xiao Gui and Cao Sui. If Xiangyang Rongyuan leaves Xiangyang, he is just a fish out of the water, a lonely geese lost in a group, Nanchu’s weakness is only Lu Can alone can support the overall situation. It is not as good as the original Northern Han Dynasty. After Long Tingfei’s death, Princess Jiaping and General Duan can inherit his legacy. Therefore, General Pei steadily attacked and plundered in Huaidong to induce Lu Can to enter. It’s a pity that Pei Yun couldn’t go too far. In the end, he failed, and the two armies confronted Guazhou. Although Nanchu lost Huaidong, relying on the natural dangers of the Yangtze River, Lu Can can cruise and travel freely and flexibly. The army’s intentions have already encountered setbacks. But the smooth sailing in Huaidong has inevitably made Dayong weaker against Nanchu. One can go down and the other, you can understand Dayong’s current situation!”
Xiao Shunzi was in a cold sweat, but he retorted: “Nevertheless, Lu Can could not move in Jingkou at the moment, Jiangxia Camp could not move lightly, and no other army could rescue. The son meant that our army intended Although Huainan, Huainan defender Shiguan is good at fighting, he cannot beat the warriors of Da Yong for the rest of his life. With Huaixi underdogs, how can he fight Da Yong’s iron cavalry?”
I sighed and said: “I don’t think about this for a while, but sometimes, manpower can overcome the sky. I think before the fifteenth, there must be a military report, and then it will be clear how Lu Can will respond. I I only hope that Da Yong will not lose too much in this battle.”
Xiao Shunzi remained silent and said for a long time: “You still don’t have to worry about your son. General Pei and General Changsun are both able to conquer wars. They will certainly not be defeated to the point of disastrous defeat. Son, Chen Zhen had yesterday. According to the news, your cousin Jing Changqing was captured in Chuzhou and suffered a lot, but Shanzi and Quhuang have used the secret rudder of Tianji Pavilion in Huaidong to send their family back to Jiaxing.”
I smiled slightly and said: “My cousin is stubborn by nature, and my uncle intends to move to Chang’an. He is the only one who resolutely refuses and abides by the way of loyalty. This time I suffered a lot. Pei Yun must not know his relationship with me, otherwise How can you not embarrass him?”
Xiao Shunzi smiled and said: “The son and the Jing family in Jiaxing have long since severed contact, and even the young master Shunqing has already been driven out of the house by the master Jing. It is no wonder that General Pei did not pay attention to this matter, but this matter may be Ming Jiansi. The people in “already know. Although Chen Zhen arranged very carefully, even Jing did not know their identities, but I was worried that Ming Jiansi would discover the relationship between Tianji Pavilion and the son.”
I nodded and said: “This matter must not be prevented, but Xiahou Yuanfeng has received a lot of lessons in the last incident in Shu. Because of Jia Mengguan’s failure, many ministers blamed him for doing bad things. Xiahou Yuanfeng didn’t dare to offend me too much because of the relic of the Shu king. After Nanchu Ping, Tianji Pavilion should have disappeared. In recent years, Luer’s achievements and Hai’s profits have been enough to support our lives. Don’t worry too much about the existence of the Tianji Pavilion. Let them be careful not to be discovered by Lu Can and Wei Yin. In the battle of Ping Chu, I still have something to do with the Tianji Pavilion.”
Xiao Shunzi promised in a low voice.
At this time, the sound of crushing snow came from a distance, and my brow furrowed. Why would someone come to Poting to disturb me at this time? When I looked up, I saw a few palace lanterns under the shadow, and the Princess of Changle only carried The two maids and Xiao Liuzi came here. There was a burst of warmth in my heart. For ten years, the husband and wife have respected each other as guests. This woman is still as affectionate as when we left Changan together.
In order to enjoy the snow scene, I deliberately forbid people to sweep away the snow around Linpoting, and the same is true on the stone path. Seeing her trekking in deep snow with the support of the maid, I couldn’t help stepping forward to meet her. As soon as I walked out of Linbo Pavilion, the cold wind blew my face. I couldn’t help but shudder, and it hurt in my heart. I took a few steps to hold Changle’s bare hand and said, “It’s so late, what are you doing here?” With that, she quickly pulled her into Linboting.
In Linbo Pavilion, the lights are like snow. I can’t help but look at Changle’s quiet and beautiful face. After so many years of ups and downs, even after returning to Chang’an, she often has to deal with each other in the palace. A bright spear and a dark arrow, to fight for me a comfortable space, but no matter how time passes, her appearance is not diminished in the slightest, although the traces of time have been left between her eyes, but it can only make her more moving , Like a refreshing spring, although silent and quiet, it is sweet and pleasant. Holding her cold hands, looking at her jade face that was blown red by the cold wind, I sighed softly and kissed her cherry lips gently.
Changle’s delicate body fluttered slightly. Even though she was married for many years, she still wasn’t used to being so intimacy in front of others, but she didn’t push me away, letting me love and affection. Feeling her shyness, I gave up my intention of continuing to attack, and smiled: “I’m fine, don’t worry, don’t worry about me.”
The jade face of Changle at this moment is getting brighter, and quickly glances at the four people who are looking at the nose, nose and mouth, and mouth and heart outside Linbo Pavilion, and gently said: “I know you have plans, I don’t want to I ask you, it’s just that the snowy night is cold, so you should add some clothes too, Xiao Liuzi, bring it over.”
Little Liuzi walked in with a package, Princess Changle shook the bright yellow furoshiki, took out a large ferret fur cloak and said, “This is the gift from the emperor’s wife today. It is Youzhou’s tribute this year. The most light and warm, I don’t care if you are watching the snow or watching the moon, you always have to add some clothes.”
I allowed her to tie the big cloak for me, and then held her hands again, nodded in satisfaction, her hands have returned to the warmth, stretched out my hand to hold her slender waist, I smiled: “Since it’s here, Just stay with me and look at this wave of cold-hearted moon and cold stars in the sky.”
Chang Le raised his head, instead of looking at the stars and moons in the sky, he looked at me and said nothing. I just feel peaceful and happy in my heart. I really hope that time will stop at this moment forever.
At this time, Xiao Shunzi and others have retreated wittily, leaving only our husband and wife chatting. Armed with Changle, put aside the worries in my heart for the time being, and dedicate myself to narrate with her, a thought in my heart surged, and then disappeared in a flash, is there someone savoring the silent cold moon on such a moonlit night on the Yangtze River?
Thousands of miles away, across the mighty river, the camp of the Yong Army and the water camp of the Southern Chu Army are facing each other. The crescent moon is dim and the stars are all over. Standing on the boat, Lu Can looks at the cold moon in the heart of the river. Prayer said: “Only hope that the heavens bless me, drive out the powerful enemies of Da Yong, and protect our people. General Cai has a soul, and I must forgive my suffering.” After saying this, he looked at Cai Lin’s token and couldn’t help but sighed. Someone came to see him with Cai Lin’s token, and then the man wanted to return to Huaidong to rescue Cai Lin. After he confessed that Cai Lin had committed suicide and died, the man cried and passed out. The thought of abandoning Huaidong, even if no one blames it, is still uncomfortable.
One person behind him coldly said: “Why should the general care? It was Wei who cut off the news exchanges between Huaidong and Jianye. If not, how can Shang Xiang surrender all the military power? Now the general has control of the south. The entire Chu army can fight against the Yong army with all its strength and sacrifice the Huaidong army. What’s more, the Huaidong army is weak and is a descendant of the Shang dynasty. They will only benefit the general if they lose more, right?”
Lu Can smiled bitterly: “Why did Brother Wei say this? I am also an accomplice in this matter. Although the news from Huaidong has been cut off, I don’t know the power of Pei Yun, the generals of Huaidong, there is no one who can fight against it. For the sake of the overall situation, I can only pretend to be ignorant, and the monk is entangled in Jianye, so that Huaidong falls, and General Cai calmly resigned. Alas, this is my sin. Brother Wei is just thinking about our army.”
Wei Ying’s expression moved, but he only said indifferently: “Why did Wei taste it for you, but just want you to win a big battle, are you sure?”
Lu Can smiled silently and said: “An hour before the military report in Huaixi, Cui Jue of Nanyang Daying has set off for Shouchun, and Dongshan, where Xuzhou Daying did not show up in Huaidong this time, has arrived. Zhong Li, Changsun Ji led the Nanyang camp of 140,000 troops to besiege Xiangyang. Huaixi only had 30,000 horses from General Shiguan. The Yongjun’s intention was to make me feel bad. I have sent the order to Zhong Li, and hold it for three days. You can retreat to Shouchun. If you really can’t retreat safely, it’s okay to always drop by. In this way, you can attract both the Yongjun army to Shouchun.”
Wei Yin frowned and said: “Do you really think that Shouchun can fight against the Yong army? Shi Guan is only a middle-level talent, but the Yong army has many soldiers.”
Lu Cansurong said: “The key to defending the city lies in the hearts of the army and the people. General Shi will be able to keep Shouchun safe, not to mention Yuner is my eldest son and the eldest son of Zhenyuan. If he is in Shouchun, then The soldiers and the people are at peace, and Shouchun will never fall.”
Wei Ying said: “But it’s just to stay in the city. After all, it is difficult to last. Moreover, Jiangxia Daying is also dominated by naval forces. Although there are three thousand cavalry, it is a drop in the bucket. You will never let naval forces go to Da Yong. Let’s fight with the iron cavalry. Wouldn’t it be the case that Jiujiang Camp is here to confront the Yong army again. Pei Yun only needs to contain our army, and Shouchun will not be guaranteed sooner or later. Don’t you worry about the safety of your beloved son?”
Lu Can said indifferently: “As the son of the Lu family, he should have the intention of sacrificing his life for the country, not to mention that I have been prepared for this battle. This time the Yong Army is mainly targeting Huaixi, and Huaidong is a trap Xiangyang and Jiameng Pass are just dispensable targets. It’s a pity that the Yong Army has no control over the overall situation, nor has it dispatched the East Sea Army. This must be because Emperor Yong despised my Southern Chu generals. Lu should give it to A heavy blow by the Yong army made the Yong’s cavalry no longer dared to watch Huainan.”
Wei Ying heard the words and remained silent. At this moment, he could clearly see the murderous intent that broke out on Lu Can. Perhaps choosing to support this man was the most correct decision in his life~IndoMTL.com~ If this is the case, I have to be considerate for him and must not allow him to be victimized by the traitor of the authority.
Thinking of this, Wei Yin asked tentatively: “Yangzhou county guard Hu Cheng is already in the general camp?”
Lu Can raised his eyebrows and said: “Yes, this person abandoned the city and fled, abandoning the thousands of soldiers and civilians in Yangzhou. He really deserves to be killed. Crossing the river, this person still wanted to return to Jianye to enjoy the prosperity and wealth, but he fell. In my hands, I have decided to use his head to sacrifice the flag before crossing the river.”
Wei Yin sighed and said: “Although this person is shameless, he is the county guard chosen by Shang’s blind date. It is said that he used 300,000 gold to buy the official position of this county guard. This time he returned to Nanchu and sent his family to bribe Shang. With 200,000 gold, Shangxiang’s document will arrive tomorrow, so you can send him back to Jianye for disposal.”
Lu Can flashed an angry expression between his eyebrows and said: “What a corrupt official, no wonder he openly smuggled sea salt in Yangzhou. It turned out that he wanted to recover the loss. Shang Weijun was really confused. Such a man actually went to be Yangzhou county guard. It’s no wonder that Yangzhou didn’t attack itself, since tomorrow’s documents are only here.” He pondered for a moment, and said loudly: “Come on.” A guard came in from the outside to listen to orders. Lu Can said coldly: “You go back to the base camp, pass our military order, and immediately behead Hu Cheng to show the public.” The sergeant promised to go. Then Lu Can looked at Wei Ying with a faint smile, “Brother Wei also wants to plead for Hu Cheng?”
Wei Yin smiled faintly: “I just want the general to do it earlier, so that the monks will not conflict.”
Lu Can stunned, shook his head and laughed, looking at the fire in the camp on the opposite river bank, and said: “Brother Wei, dare to visit the camp with me?”
Wei Ying smiled and said: “The general called me to board the ship, isn’t it just to check the enemy’s situation.”
Lu Can smiled slightly and ordered the sergeant to drive the boat to the other side. At this moment, the sky is full of stars and Jiang Xinyue is cold. Apart from the whimper of the cold wind, there is only the sound of boats crossing the water.