Same as Bianliang City.
Troops and horses were mobilized in Chang'an City, and large and heavy vehicles entered and exited very frequently.
But unlike Bianliang City, few wealthy households in Chang'an City fled.
Compared with Bianliang City, Chang'an's terrain is more favorable. Therefore, the city is still bustling with traffic and people coming and going.
Chang'an General Military Office.
The soldiers were armed with strong weapons, standing guard or patrolling, and their murderous aura soared into the sky.
In the Houya study room, the atmosphere was relaxed.
Lu Jing crossed his legs and sat on a chair drinking tea.
He is very handsome, with a face like a crown jade, three long strands of beard, a slender figure, and a thin body. He wears a Confucian shirt and a black square scarf on his head. He looks like a learned scholar.
"The bamboo leaf green from Sichuan is still delicious." Lu Jing finished a cup of tea, put down the cup, squinted his eyes, and sat down to reflect.
He is from Sichuan and comes from a wealthy family. I was raised as a scholar, and I was good at reading. I originally had the opportunity to do well in the imperial examinations.
Later, by chance, he joined the army and did quite well. I traveled around and fought with the southwestern chieftains for more than ten years, which was very hard.
However, he has always led thousands of troops and fought in small battles. Until Xiong Wuwo dug him out of the ravine and became the commander-in-chief of Chang'an, one of the four towns.
Everything else is easy to say, except that I’m a little bit unaccustomed to it in life.
On weekdays, I drink Sichuan tea shipped from Sichuan, and the cooks around me are also cooks brought from Sichuan.
"General. News from Bianliang Army." A subordinate officer walked in from outside, holding an official letter in his hand.
Lu Jing was not in a hurry. He took a deep breath, then slowly reached out to take the official letter and opened it to read.
After reading it, Lu Jing put down the official letter and said, "Wang Ba is a talent first."
"General, what happened?" the subordinate officer asked curiously.
"Wang Ba first led his troops across the river, captured a city, and came back safe and sound," Lu Jing said.
"Hiss!!" The officer's eyes suddenly widened and he took a breath of cold air.
"Hebei now is run like an iron barrel by Wu Nian. General Wang's courage is really extraordinary."
After the subordinate officer calmed down, he sighed.
Lu Jing smiled slightly, then changed the subject and said, "Originally, Wu Nian had a strong army and sharpened his sword. Now that he is making trouble, Wu Nian will definitely send troops."
"It triggers the whole body. We can't be alone."
The subordinate officer became serious when he heard this, clasped his fists and said, "General. Do you want to summon the generals for discussion?"
"No need. Just be normal. Our layout is already very good. There is no need to discuss or make adjustments. Even if adjustments are needed, wait until Wu Nianzhen arrives at the city."
"However, Wang Ba's victory can be publicized in the army."
"Builds morale."
Lu Jing waved his hand and said.
"Yes." The subordinate officer bent down and responded, turned around and went down.
"Haha." Lu Jing chuckled, moved the tea cup on the desk to the corner, then unfolded a piece of paper, rubbed the ink himself, and started writing leisurely.
Lu Jing is not particularly good at fighting.
But he has a determined personality and is known as "Lu Turtle".
Xiong Wuwo put him in Chang'an, Shaanxi Province because he took a fancy to his composure.
Don't panic when something happens.
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Nanjing Imperial Palace.
Inside the Yangxin Hall.
Emperor Zhang Wu and Xiong Wuwo had lunch together in the palace, and then they began to study the map together without speaking for a long time.
Unlike other places, I received news later.
Wang Ba first reported to the court before sending troops.
After Emperor Zhang Wu and Xiong Wuwo learned the news, they realized that a war was about to begin.
"Xiong Qing, tell me, where will Wu Nian attack from?" Emperor Zhang Wu withdrew his gaze and turned to look at Xiong Wuwodao.
"If it were me, I would either attack Jinan or Chang'an. A long snake formation, starting from the beginning and ending at the end. But it's hard to say for Wu Nian. This man is good at taking things by surprise. He may also attack Luoyang and Bianliang."
"Now the imperial court cannot make preparations in advance. It can only rely on the frontline troops. After Wu Nian's first wave of attacks, the situation will be clear and the imperial court can mobilize troops accordingly."
"But there is one thing. The imperial court must be fully prepared. First mobilize the militia and elite troops and conduct a little training. Once the battle damage at the front is lost, they can be made up for immediately."
Xiong Wuwo raised his head and said in a deep voice.
"That makes sense. Wu Nian can attack anywhere." Emperor Zhang Wu sighed and stretched out his hand to rub his temples.
Wu Nian is a man who often uses troops by surprise.
It's not just about being brave and good at fighting.
After calming down, Emperor Zhang Wu returned to the throne and sat down. After taking a few sips of tea, he said: "The Yellow River Defense Line. I am not particularly worried. What I am worried about now is whether Wang Baxian can come back. "
"If he can't come back. Although Chen Mingzhi can beat him, he is not as good as him."
Xiong Wuwo nodded slightly and agreed very much. After a moment, he said: "Since ancient times, extraordinary people have done extraordinary things."
"God gave Wang Baxian extraordinary courage and martial arts. So he dared to lead hundreds of troops, cross the Yellow River, and go deep into Hebei alone."
"If he can win, it will boost the morale of both the government and the public."
"Yes." Emperor Zhang Wu nodded, expressing deep agreement.
Morale is important.
Since the fall of the capital, there has been no good news.
Even a small victory can be something to write home about.
Greatly boost morale.
at this time. An eunuch rolled in and ran in. Panting, he handed Emperor Zhang Wu a piece of paper and gasped: "Your Majesty, the victory of the Bianliang Army."
"General Wang won a great victory in Hebei, killed the Han Pingling magistrate, crossed the Yellow River, and returned to the Central Plains."
"Okay." Emperor Zhang Wu stood up and couldn't help shouting. Then he reached out and took the folded book, opened it and looked at it, beaming with joy.
"Hahaha. Wang Baxian, this kid, really has a few tricks up his sleeve. He let him go out and fight back. Hahaha." Xiong Wuwo changed his calmness as a second assistant and laughed wantonly.
"Reward. Immediately issue an order to reward King Baxian with one thousand taels of gold, ten thousand taels of silver, and one thousand pieces of brocade." Emperor Zhang Wu was happy for a while, then raised his head and said to Xiong Wuwo.
"Yes." Xiong Wuwo responded.
The imperial edict was issued. This news also spread throughout the Chu State. It made the people of Chu country unite and boost their morale.
at the same time. With the cooperation of Emperors Xiong Wuwo and Zhangwu, the Chu court recruited elite men from various provinces and trained them.
Prepare for war.
The war is about to begin! ! !
At the same time, the Han Dynasty also took action according to the plan.
The first move was not that Wu Nian personally led the troops into battle, but was a real smoke screen.
The soldiers and horses have not moved, but the food and grass go first.
The actions of the Han Dynasty suddenly drew the attention of Chu State to Pingling City.
