The Yongzhou Governor's Mansion is brightly lit.
Military orders were issued from the government office lobby one after another: the city gates were re-closed, Xiangyang families were ordered to deploy troops to patrol the city; the original Xiangyang soldiers were disrupted and reorganized into Yingchuan soldiers and horses; Yinji was urgently mobilized to lead troops from Xinye to Xiangyang; orders were given to Henan The prefect Xin Gongjing sent troops from Luoyang to assist in the capture of Wancheng...
He was busy until midnight, and then the hall became quiet. Yang Anxuan stood up, stretched out, and said to Wang Zhene, who was still busy writing at the side: "Zhene, take a rest for a while, and I will send you some food."
Wang Zhen'e put down the pen in his hand, turned his wrist, and said with a smile: "We won Xiangyang in this dangerous operation. The city is not yet stable. My lord gave the colorful porcelain to the aristocratic family to reassure them. This is a wonderful move."
When Yang Anxuan decided to seize Xiangyang secretly, Wang Zhenei suggested that troops be transferred from Nanxiang County to garrison in Fancheng in case of emergencies. As expected, they were used.
After Wang Zhen'e led his army into the city, Yang Anxuan immediately gave him the post of governor and historian. In Zhizhong, he was placed behind the governor and Biejia, and was in charge of all Cao's documents and Caigu's books.
There is no governor in Yongzhou, so Bijia is nothing more than a mere presence. The original Zhizhong was a cunning confidant of Diao Chang, and Yang Anxuan certainly would not use him.
Yang Anxuan appointed Wang Zhene as the governor, effectively handing the civil affairs power of Yongzhou into his hands. Wang Zhene was deeply aware of Yang Anxuan's trust and respect for him, so he recognized Yang Anxuan as his lord.
However, Yang Anxuan's identity was only the governor of Yingchuan and Xingyang, and he was not qualified to appoint Yongzhou to govern. Wang Zhene did not care much.
Regardless of whether the court would appoint Yang Anxuan as the governor of Yongzhou, Yongzhou was actually controlled by Yang Anxuan. As Huan Xuandong entered Jiankang and troubled times came, the queen would naturally have the right to speak. Didn't Liu Bei claim to be the king of Hanzhong back then?
Zhang Feng led the people to serve the steaming hot mutton soup, and it was a great relief to take a sip.
Wang Zhen'e chewed the tender mutton carefully and said, "My lord, the memorial to the court has been written, and someone will be sent to the capital early tomorrow morning, as soon as possible before Huan Xuan enters the capital."
Yang Anxuan nodded, and he discussed with Wang Zhen'e and others to report a shortcut to the court. At the same time, he asked the court to appoint him as the governor of Yongzhou and assign the four counties of Xingyang, Yingchuan, Runan, and Xiangcheng to Yongzhou.
Today is March 9th. According to historical records, Huan Xuan took over Jiankang on March 3rd. At this time, Sima Yuanxian's head had already fallen to the ground.
Just because of the appearance of Yang Anxuan, the wheel of history was blocked for a moment and began to change direction, heading towards an unknown future.
Liyang City held on to Feng Gai's fierce attack. Liu Zhong's navy attacked Huanxuan's army out of nowhere. At the urging of the court, Liu Laozhi sent his navy to coordinate with the Yuzhou Navy, but he refused. Yu's request for a fight.
In Gushuaishai's Mansion, Huan Xuan frowned. The war was not as overwhelming as he imagined. Liyang was like a stick in his throat. He could not send his troops to the capital if he did not get rid of it.
Diao Chang's urgent report has been delivered to him. Yang Anxuan led his army to the west and has captured Xinyang, Yiyang, Xinye and other counties. Xiangyang City is in danger.
The longer it takes, the more disadvantageous it is to him. The Western Army's energy is being depleted, and the supply of food and grass has become difficult. The court issued an edict from King Qin. If soldiers and horses from various places arrived, he would have no choice but to retreat to Jiangling.
Bian Fanzhi's face was full of solemnity. He had urged Huan Xuan to send troops. If the Western Army was defeated, how could the court spare him.
Half a month has passed since he settled in Gusu on February 28th, and Liyang is still holding on. Once Liu Laozhi joins the battle, the outcome will be uncertain.
"Mr. Nanjun, Liu Lao wants to wait and see, why not send someone to persuade him to submit." Bian Fanzhi suggested: "If Liu Lao is willing to be used by the public, great things can be accomplished."
"Who can be my envoy?"
Bian Fan said: "Liu Laozhi's cousin He Mu serves as chief secretary in the army. He can be ordered to go and persuade Liu Laozhi."
On March 16, He Mu took a small boat to where Liu Laozhi was stationed in Xiezhou and met Liu Laozhi smoothly.
Stationed in Xiezhou for the past few months, Liu Laozhiyi was indecisive. He knew that everything he had came from the Beifu Army.
Liu Laozhi was full of confidence in this great army under his command. Whether it was Huanxuan's troops or Yuzhou's troops, he was no match for him.
The question now is whether to seek refuge with Huanxuan or to help the court. If Huanxuan fails, he
Since he will join the battle to annihilate Huan Xuan, or if Huan Xuan wins, he might as well join Huan Xuan, use Huan Xuan to get rid of Sima Daozi and his son, and then find an opportunity to destroy Huan Xuan. Maybe he can become Cao Cao in the future.
The performance of the Yuzhou soldiers and horses was somewhat beyond his expectation. The Yuzhou army, which he thought would be defeated soon, still held on to Liyang. The navy was even more flexible, going into battle many times with his back, and made many military exploits.
The commander of this navy, Liu Zhong, was originally a subordinate of Yang Anxuan who patrolled the Yangtze River. It seems that Yang Anxuan had a good understanding of people.
Thinking of the unpleasant contact with Yang Anxuan, Liu Laozhi was upset. Yang Anxuan defeated the Qin and Wei armies several times and had a great reputation in the army. He had the intention of coming from behind and might replace him in the future.
The court urged him to march several times, claiming that Yang Anxuan had led his army westward to capture Xiangyang to contain Huan Xuan. Liu Laozhi thought that if Yang Anxuan could capture Xiangyang, he would achieve great success.
Most of his Beifu army, except for the navy, remained stationary. Even if Huan Xuan was defeated afterwards, the first victory was attributed to King Qiao Sima Shangzhi, and the second victory fell to Yang Anxuan. The Beifu army worked hard and finally became a man. .
After learning that He Mu asked for an audience, Liu Laozhi knew that his cousin had brought information about Huan Xuan's recruitment, so he stood back and listened to what he had to say.
He Mu opened his mouth and said: "Since ancient times, who has held the powerful power in his hand and made unrewarded achievements, who can survive. Wen Zhong of Yue, Bai Qi of Qin, and Han Xin of Han all served the Ming Lord and worked for them. No matter how hard you try, you will be killed when you succeed. What's more, Sima Yuanxian and his son are so ignorant and cruel, how can they end well?"
Liu Laozhi's face was as dark as water and he remained silent.
He Mu continued: "You are now in a dilemma. If you win, your clan will be destroyed, if you lose, your clan will be overthrown. How should you choose?"
Liu Laozhi changed his face and said, "According to what my uncle said, a fool will only die."
He Mu said with a smile: "The only way to protect our wealth and glory is to rely on Duke Nan. I believe you are a talented general and have powerful soldiers in the north. Duke Nan will need your support to govern in the future. You and Duke Nan will There is no old grudge, Nanjun Gongrang, my uncle, will tell you that Qinggun Governor has been appointed for you."
Liu Laozhi's heart was pounding and he said to He Mu, "Uncle, please rest among Yu's army and wait for Yu to discuss with Jingxuan and others before making a decision."
After sending He Mu away, Liu Laozhi sat in the tent and pondered for a long time. He Mu's words touched his heart. Huan Xuan's promise was more reliable than Sima Yuanxian's. The key was whether the general in the army would follow him and join Huan. mysterious?
Jiankang, Ximingmen, the city gate is closed.
When the defenders at the top of the city saw several fast horses galloping towards them, they hurriedly shouted: "Come and stop, why are you entering the city?"
Zhang Feng raised his dusty face, looked at the defenders on the tower and said, "This servant is a personal attendant of Governor Yang of Yingchuan and Xingyang. Governor Yang was ordered to capture Yongzhou and came here to report the victory."
After hearing the news, the guard general Ma Hong came over. There were three people and six horses in the city. He recognized Zhang Feng and ordered the city gate to be opened to let Zhang Feng and others into the city.
The city of Jiankang was in a stormy situation, and there were people in groups of two or three on the street. Under the guidance of the soldiers, Zhang Feng went straight to the Ministry of War. Before coming, Yang Anxuan had told him that he must deliver the memorial to the emperor before Huan Xuan.
With a journey of nearly two thousand miles, Zhang Feng and the three men rushed at full speed, covering three to four hundred miles a day. They arrived in the capital within six days, tired and sleepy, but Huan Xuan's army still had not entered the capital.
In the Ministry of War, Shangshu Dong Huaishou turned gray.
Hengxuan led his army to attack. The army was short of soldiers, horses, supplies, and even the army rations could not be raised. Liu Laozhi's garrison at Xiezhou hesitated, and his commander, Sima Yuanxian, got drunk every day and never mentioned the conquest. Documents asking for help from Yuzhou flew like snowflakes, and the five armies of the imperial court guarding Jiankang were still not enough. There are soldiers and horses for reinforcements; thousands of new troops recruited are not even lined up, and going to the battlefield is just to die.
As he was sitting in the official room at a loss, a petty official rushed in and reported in a loud voice: "Reporting to Dong Shangshu, good news for Xiangyang, Governor Yang of Yingchuan and Xingyang has been ordered to seize Yongzhou, and all cities in Yongzhou except Nanyang Wancheng Everything is under control.”
Dong Huai took the memorial and read it at a glance. A smile appeared on his face and he said, "Finally we have some good news. I will go and report it to General Ming."
When Huanxuan was stationed in the army, Sima Yuanxian moved to the west hall, euphemistically saying that he could handle government affairs at any time.
Seeing Dong Huai's figure, Sima Yuanxian frowned first. What Dong Huai brought during this period was not
The emergency is about food, and there is no good news.
Dong Huai stepped forward quickly, saluted and said: "General, Yang Anxuan has captured Xiangyang and intimidated Jiangling."
Sima Yuanxian was stunned for a moment, then he came to his senses and said happily: "Submit the memorial as soon as possible."
In the memorial, Yang Anxuan briefly narrated that he led his army to the west on February 20th. All the counties along the way welcomed the imperial court's orders. Only General Fu Guo, Sima Diao Chang and Nanyang Prefect held strong positions to resist the imperial troops and horses... ...The Xiangyang family understood the righteousness well and opened the city gates... In order to calm people's hearts, they led their troops south to Jiangling. The minister asked the court to appoint the governor of Yongzhou, and divided the four counties of Xingyang, Yingchuan, Runan, and Xiangcheng into Yongzhou...
Sima Yuanxian stood up with a smile on his face and said: "Go to the east hall and gather all the ministers. I want to tell them that Huanxuan's rear is unstable and that I, the general, will lead the army to go on an expedition."
Two quarters of an hour later, all the ministers gathered together, and Sima Yuanxian asked Xun Yi, the Minister of War, to read Yang Anxuan's memorial aloud. After learning that Yang Anxuan had taken Yongzhou to threaten Jiangling, the courtiers finally saw a glimmer of possibility of victory, and smiles appeared on their faces.
Xi Hui, the minister of the temple, came out and said: "General, Yang Anxuan has served his country loyally and deserves a reward. We should agree to his request and appoint him as the governor of Yongzhou, and let Yang Anxuan lead his army south to capture Jiangling."
At this time, Sima Yuanxian seemed to have grasped a life-saving straw. He was no longer afraid of Yang Anxuan's martial prowess, and kept saying: "What Xi Shangshu said makes sense, and he named Yang Anxuan the governor of Yongzhou, supervising the military affairs of Yongzhou, Liang, Yi, and Ning, and demarcated Xingyang , Yingchuan, Runan, and Xiangcheng counties were merged into Yongzhou."
Shangshu Zuopu shot He Cheng and said: "Although Yang Anxuan has made great achievements, he is still young, so it is better to give him a temporary appointment. The governors of Liang, Yi and Ning are all veteran generals, so it seems inappropriate to let Yang Anxuan supervise the military of the four states."
Guo Quan, the governor of Liangzhou, was attached to Huan Xuan. Mao Quan, the governor of Yizhou, and Mao Fan, the governor of Ningzhou, were brothers. His father, Mao Muzhi, followed Huan Wen to ping Shu and later became the governor of Yizhou. The Mao family was in Yizhou just like the Huan family was in Jingzhou. generally.
Xi Hui said: "The country is facing a crisis. If we don't reward the meritorious ministers, who will serve the country?"
Sima Yuanxian said: "What Xi Shangshu said makes sense. Huanxuan started his army from Jiangling. The three states of Liang, Yi, and Ning did not send troops to restrain him. He has failed the court's trust. Although Yang Anxuan is young, he is brave in the king's affairs and should be rewarded. pull out."
Thinking of Liu Laozhi's garrison in Xiezhou, which was stagnant, Sima Yuanxian said: "In addition to granting Yang Anxuan the governor of Yongzhou to oversee the military of the four states, he was also given the title of Marquis of Duxiang and appointed as General Longxiang. He was ordered to lead the army to attack Jiangling to relieve the danger of the capital. .”
For a long time, Sima Yuanxian believed that he was stronger than Yang Anxuan. Yang Anxuan could capture Yongzhou, and Sima Yuanxian believed that he could also defeat Huanxuan.
Sima Yuanxian was so inspired by Yang Anxuan that his whole body became hot. He stood up and announced: "Tomorrow, the Japanese general will personally lead the six armies to go out to put down the rebellious Huan Xuan and restore peace to the capital."
