Turbulent Times Chapter 1538: Pei Jizhi’s talent

"Haier recommends Chai Shao as the main general. He has a strong defensive ability and has never been defeated so far."

The eldest son, Li Jiancheng, actually suggested that his most valued son-in-law, Chai Shao, be the general. Li Yuan frowned slightly, took a deep look at the eldest son, and asked, "Why is it most appropriate for Jiancheng to see Chai Shao as the general?"

"Father, Chai Shao is loyal to our Li family, and he is the son-in-law of our Li family. This is one of his own family members. Second, as the boy said just now, Chai Shao has never failed. In addition to his combat ability, he is lucky enough to be able to win the battle." Li Jiancheng seemed to be serious, but in fact he said with some trepidation in his heart.

The two reasons given by Li Jiancheng seem reasonable, but they are actually far-fetched, especially when the opponent is the Far Eastern Army led by Wang Junlin. These reasons are just jokes.

"I'm afraid that Chai Shao is too young and inexperienced to be Wang Junlin's opponent." Li Yuan sighed and said casually.

"Father, Chai Shao is actually not younger than Wang Junlin." Seeing his father's intention to refuse, Li Jiancheng quickly said again.

Disappointment flashed in Li Yuan's eyes. What kind of person is Wang Junlin? How could Chai Shao compare them?

"Let me think about it again! You step down first." Li Yuan didn't want to hurt the confidence of the eldest son, so he said calmly.

"Yes, I will resign." Li Jiancheng had already seen that his father was not willing to appoint Chai Shao as the main general, and he felt a little regretful, thinking that he had managed to secretly win Chai Shao into his camp, but Chai Shao's first choice This request was not fulfilled for him. I don't know if Chai Shao, disappointed in himself after learning about it, would vote for his younger brother Shimin.

Thinking in this way, Li Jiancheng sighed secretly, gave a respectful salute, and retreated.

Li Yuan sighed, shook his head, pondered for a moment, and then guessed what kind of deal the eldest son had probably reached with his son-in-law.

At this time, a soldier reported at the door: "Report to the lord, Pei Changshi asks to see you."

Li Yuan has always had a lot of trust in Pei Ji, and Pei Ji not only represents the Wenxi Pei family, but also represents the entire Hedong family and nobles. Quickly invite Pei Changshi to come in!"

Not long after, Pei Ji walked into the room with a smile on his face, bowed to Li Yuan to the ground, and said respectfully but confidently: "My minister, Pei Ji, see Your Highness the King of Tang!"

The most satisfying thing about the Pei family is that they are very good at talking. This is true for Yang Guang's favorite minister Pei Shiju, and the same is true for Pei Ji in front of him. They know what words can make the monarch happy, and they can speak to the monarch's heart.

Li Yuan has just become king, and everyone already calls him Lord or Your Highness, but he has not established a court after all, so the courtiers under him still call themselves subordinates or subordinates, and never call themselves humble ministers. name between.

But Li Yuan really likes his civil and military officials to call themselves like this from the bottom of his heart, but he can't say this kind of thing, even the Li family can't start it. And Pei Ji, representing the aristocratic families and nobles of the Hedong Gate, is the most suitable candidate.

So, at this time, Li Yuan's mood suddenly improved a lot, but he pretended to be sad and said: "Pei Changshi is related to Wang Junlin's visit to Mayi County?"

Pei Ji immediately expressed admiration and admiration, and said: "Your Highness is wise, this minister is here for this."

"Come here, give Pei Changshi a seat." Li Yuan ordered the waiters on his left and right.

"Thank you, Your Highness, for your grace." Every word Pei Ji said was what Li Yuan liked to hear.

Li Yuan asked Pei Ji to sit down, and ordered someone to serve tea. Pei Ji thanked Shengen again, and then said respectfully: "Your Highness, I think that to deal with Wang Junlin's Far Eastern Army, elite soldiers are one aspect, and more importantly, You must choose the right general, otherwise no matter how many troops there are, no matter how strong the combat power is, I am afraid there will be bad luck."

Li Yuan took it seriously, nodded slightly, and sighed: "What Pei Changshi said is very true, and Jian Jiancheng said the same thing just now, and recommended the candidate for the general to the king, but the matter is of great importance. Also hesitant, can't make up my mind."

Pei Ji's eyes flashed, and he asked curiously: "His Royal Highness, I dare to ask, I wonder who the prince recommends as the general?"

Li Yuan glanced at Pei Ji and said, "Chai Shao, the king's son-in-law, is recommended by Jiancheng as the general."

Pei Ji thought to himself, the prince has already attracted Chai Shao, and it seems that he has done a lot of things secretly these days, but it is a pity that Chai Shao is talented, but he has always been defiant.

Thoughts were turning in his mind, Pei Ji didn't show the slightest expression on his face, he frowned and pondered for a while, then solemnly shook his head and said: "Your Highness, I'm afraid it's inappropriate to take Chai Shao as the general!"

Li Yuan asked curiously: "Why is Pei Changshi so sure about this matter?"

"Your Highness, although Chai Shao has made great military achievements and is known as the leader of the army, he has never been defeated. But so far, he has never fought a battle with the Far East Army, and he has never had any fight with Wang Junlin, even I have never met Wang Junlin face to face, if I am facing someone else, I don't have to worry, but when facing Wang Junlin, the prince thinks that Chai Shaoneng is his opponent?"

Pei Ji's words hit Li Yuan's mind. He was a little hesitant at first, but now he has made up his mind that he must not send Chai Shao as the main general, at most leading a whole army.

Seeing that Li Yuan was successfully persuaded, Pei Ji immediately said: "I came here today to remind Your Highness that the river is rich in money and food, and has a large population. Don't worry about soldiers and food. The people are much richer than other places. Don't worry about Wang Junlin." Using the method against the Wagang Army to confuse the people to revolt. But if the frontline war is unstable, it is likely to be succeeded by dark forces such as the Far East Army's military intelligence office, so I believe that the general must be experienced, act prudently, and not be in a hurry Defeat Wang Junlin,

But you must be able to hold your ground firmly and hold the line of defense. In addition, Weichen heard that Wang Junlin has countless talented people under his command. He is known as a strange man and is good at persuading surrender. "

Hearing this, Li Yuan pondered for a while. He felt that what Pei Ji said was very reasonable, but he also had some scruples. He frowned and said, "But if this king uses my Li family as a general, will the generals under his command be dissatisfied? The lessons learned from Yang Su's defeat are still there, so he used the Yang family as his general at that time, and this king is worried that he might repeat Yang Su's mistakes."

Pei Ji immediately smiled and said: "Don't worry, my lord. Although Yang Su was known as the number one person in the Sui army back then, he was only a general, not an emperor. Naturally, he didn't know how to use people. It is far from comparable."

Li Yuan was delighted to hear this, stroked his beard, nodded reservedly, did not speak, and signaled Pei Ji to continue.

Pei Ji was encouraged, and then said: "What's more, although Yang Su was known as a great talent back then, his sons descended from Yang Xuangan, and most of his brothers and clansmen were mediocre, otherwise Yang Su would have been mediocre at the time. He also wouldn't reuse Li Mi, but in the end, Li Mi ruined the big event, because Li Mi is a very ambitious person, and he has two minds. But now His Highness's family is full of talents, and the eldest son and the second son are both literary and military. They should be of great use. Besides The people of the Wuzhong tribe value the culture and talents, this is the best strategy to stick to the country, so don't be suspicious, Your Highness."

Li Yuan was persuaded, and although Pei Ji didn't say it explicitly, he actually implied that the most suitable candidate was the second son Li Shimin.

It's just that Li Shimin wants to directly prevent the main force of the Far East Army and Youzhou Luoyi in the east, which is no less burdensome than Mayi County in the west.

While Li Xiaogong went south to Bashu, Li Shuliang was slightly inferior, but he was steady and skilled in soldiers and horses, although he could not compare with Wang Junlin, he was barely competent.

However, Li Shuliang is still a bit short after all, and needs a strategist to assist him, so it will be complete.

Thinking of this, Li Yuan smiled and said: "Although Li Shuliang and Liu Hongji are talented in leading troops, their writing skills are not good, and the Wenxi Pei family is always the leader of the clans and nobles in Hedong. It would take a short time to fight Wang Junlin It is difficult to end, money and food is the key, and it is likely that the families in Hedong will need to donate generously to support the frontline money and food, which will also trouble Pei Changshi to deal more with it. Therefore, this king wants to invite Pei Changshi to go with him to rescue Hedong in the north I wonder if Mr. Pei is willing?"

Pei Ji thought to himself, in this way, all his goals of coming here today have been achieved, and he was overjoyed, but he bowed without showing the slightest sign on his face and said: "Your Highness has an order, and this humble minister should obey his death!"

Li Yuan immediately ordered Li Shuliang to be the Marching Marshal of Hedong Road and General You Xiaowei, and all the troops and horses of the Hedong counties were dispatched by him. He also ordered Liu Hongji to be the deputy general and Pei Ji to be the marching commander. Hedong, and immediately send troops.

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