Since ancient times, Henan Road, especially the coastal area, has not been a battleground for military strategists.
Therefore, even after the founding of the Tang Dynasty, there were only a few soldiers stationed here.
And this also leads to the fact that when the enemy invades, our own side does not even have the slightest strength to resist.
The dwarfs of the Japanese country easily broke into the hinterland of Laizhou and even captured three secondary cities and one main city of Laizhou.
Only then did Datang Fang finally react.
The surrounding Zichong captains also organized their troops and horses as quickly as possible and sent support to the east.
But to be honest, the Japanese dwarfs are really a little different this time.
They were originally helpless at the hands of the Liangzhou Army, but at this moment they exploded with astonishing combat power.
Relying on the city defense, even the Tang Dynasty was fooled around.
And what is Li Chengqian doing now?
Although Li Shimin said that he was told not to tell him.
But in fact, people have already come over to spread the news.
Li Chengqian was also a little surprised when he heard about the war in Laizhou.
After thinking for a long time, Li Chengqian asked the person who sent him the news: "Master Liu, do you know how many people came from the Japanese country this time?"
"According to reports, it is no less than one hundred thousand."
Liu Ju, who was responsible for delivering the news, spoke directly.
"And there are teams at sea that may support us at any time."
"After all the calculations, it should be at least 150,000 or 60,000 people..."
Li Chengqian was also surprised when he heard this.
Fifteen or sixty thousand people?
How did they come up with so many soldiers and armor?
Don't forget, he killed tens of thousands of Japanese soldiers in Silla.
And more importantly, in that battle, Li Chongyi and Li Xiaogong and their sons completely destroyed their navy.
Not to mention the issue of rebuilding the navy and recruiting new soldiers.
Just talking about Japan's own internal problems, it is impossible to send hundreds of thousands of people to fight foreign enemies at once.
Others don't know, but Li Chengqian knows.
At this time, although the Japanese state was harmonious on the surface, it was actually very fierce in internal fighting.
Today you beat me, tomorrow I will beat you. Attacking cities and plundering territories often happens.
If anyone dares to send out all his soldiers to fight at this juncture, the family will definitely be in trouble.
Li Chengqian narrowed his eyes and said, "Have you found out who the general is who led the troops this time?"
Liu Ju shook his head and said: "This is because the new team we sent has not yet played against the opponent."
"So until now, we don't know their depth."
"Um……"
Li Chengqian nodded, and then said: "I understand, you can go down and rest first."
"yes……"
Liu Ju resigned.
And Li Chengqian was the only one left in the room.
Looking at the gloomy sky outside, Li Chengqian's mood became gloomy.
I had just sorted out the affairs in the Northern Desert, but something happened behind the scenes.
This really made him feel a bit dizzy.
At this moment, he really wanted to return to Henan Road to drive away the invading Japanese dwarfs.
But the situation here is very good now, and he really doesn't want to give up just like that.
Now, he really felt what it meant to be overwhelmed.
"Eh."
Li Chengqian looked up at the sky and said, "Uncle Li and the others are all here, so there shouldn't be any problems..."
Although there was no Li Chengqian in the court, there were still Li Jing, Li Ji, Li Daozong and Li Xiaogong.
Moreover, Li Chengqian has always believed that his abilities are not as good as theirs.
They are now in the court and have already led the troops to go on an expedition. The little dwarf of the Japanese country should not be able to create much trouble.
Thinking of this, Li Chengqian felt a little calmer.
He shouted directly: "Come here, help me call Master Xiao Ruixiao over."
The people outside responded yes.
Not long after, Xiao Rui came over despite the light rain.
After he came in, Li Chengqian asked directly: "Have you heard about the Henan Road incident?"
"heard."
Xiao Rui bowed slightly.
This guy is also very well informed.
Li Chengqian just knew it, and he already knew it.
Li Chengqian was not surprised by this. After all, the Xiao family had been in the Central Plains for many years, and their spies and eyes were everywhere.
"What do you think?"
Li Chengqian asked directly: "Will these Japanese dwarfs cause us trouble this time?"
"Well, it's hard to say."
Xiao Rui said: "After all, I am not a general on the battlefield, just a civil servant."
"It's okay for me to analyze someone like Xue Yantuo who's just hanging out under my nose, just talking on paper."
"But I have never seen any soldiers or generals from Japan."
Xiao Rui paused, and then said: "But come to think of it, the Japanese country was once defeated by His Highness, so it should not be able to cause much trouble."
"It may cause some troubles like displacement of people."
"But we will never let Datang get into such big trouble as breaking our muscles and bones."
His analysis was quite rational.
And he also knew that at the moment Li Chengqian was extremely anxious and eager to return home.
However, he couldn't let go of Xue Yantuo's good situation, so he wanted to hear some words like this.
As I said earlier, Xiao Rui is the same person as Changsun Wuji.
He is capable, insightful, and has the unique skill of echoing the king.
After listening to his words, Li Chengqian's tense mood relaxed a lot.
He nodded and said: "Yes, according to my experience in fighting the Japanese country last time."
"Although they are somewhat brave, they are by no means a match for our soldiers of the Tang Dynasty."
"Especially this time, my father also sent the Youzhou Army and so many good generals to attack. They will definitely be defeated."
Li Chengqian took a deep breath, then smiled and said, "Let's not talk about that anymore. Let's talk about Xue Yantuo. How is the situation with Xue Yantuo now?"
"According to detective reports, the defensive tactics adopted by Yimang have been effective."
"Although Bazhuo's side can attack several villages in a day, they can't resist Yimang's speed of building camps."
"Look at that appearance. It won't be long before Ba Zhuo's patience is completely exhausted."
Xiao Rui said one by one: "At that time, I'm afraid it will be time for Yimang to turn over..."
"Um."
"well said."
Li Chengqian nodded and said, "To be honest, Yi Mang's chance to turn around is right in front of him."
"And judging from the current situation, our plan is more than halfway completed."
Li Chengqian rubbed his chin and said, "However, I am also a little worried now."
"What if this Bazhuo doesn't have a brain and dies in Yimang's hands?"
Hearing this, Xiao Rui shook his head and said: "No, Your Highness can rest assured about this."
"Although that Ba Zhuo is not a wise master, he is not even a wise person."
"But according to the news from General Duan, he does have some skills in fighting."
"It shouldn't be so easy to die..."
Hearing this, Li Chengqian nodded.
He said: "If that's the case, then things will be easier to handle."
"You go and help me inform Zhi lost his thinking power."
Li Chengqian narrowed his eyes and said, "In three days, he can lead his team to attack."
Hearing this, Xiao Rui bowed and said, "I'll do it right now."
