Chapter 518: Zhang Liang, Prime Minister of the Ming Dynasty
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Zhang Sheng didn't know what Zhang Sanfeng was thinking. Hearing this, he immediately smiled and asked, "Second uncle, where does this joy come from?"
Zhang Sanfeng shouted from outside: "Come in, third brother."
Under everyone's surprised eyes, General Zhang Liang, the Prime Minister of the Ming Dynasty, slowly walked to the hall and saluted: "Zhang Liang, the guilty minister, pays homage to your Majesty."
Zhang Sheng's eyes were also full of surprises. If she hadn't considered the differences between men and women, she would have rushed down excitedly and grabbed Zhang Liang's hand to show that she valued Zhang Liang.
"Prime Minister, no, third uncle doesn't need to be polite,"
Zhang Sheng suppressed the excitement in his heart and said sincerely: "My nephew has been looking forward to the return of my third uncle for a long time."
It was really hard for Zhang Sheng during this period. If Zhang Liang and Xiang Yu were assisting her, a lot of troubles could have been avoided directly. At least the princes from all over the world would not dare to be so unscrupulous.
But Zhang Liang had regained his freedom long ago, but he never returned to the Ming Dynasty. This also made Zhang Sheng think about it. Is Zhang Liang dissatisfied with his ascension to the throne? Fortunately, Zhang Liang finally came back.
Looking at his adopted niece, who was dressed in imperial robes and looked as handsome as a demon, Zhang Liangliang was filled with emotions.
The reason why Zhang Liang delayed his return until now was because he wanted to test Zhang Sheng's ability, and Zhang Sheng's performance could simply be described as amazing.
Even I can't do much better than her, right?
Zhang Liangbu sighed sincerely in his heart: Brother, you did not choose the wrong person this time!
Of course, it's amazing. Zhang Sheng also made many mistakes during the three months he was in power, such as directly rejecting the Yin and Yang family!
Zhang Liang also doesn't like Baijia, who has ulterior motives, but the situation of Ming Dynasty being surrounded by enemies on all sides can no longer be worse, so no force should let go, but Zhang Sheng wants to completely cut off the connection with Baijia.
Zhang Sheng's intention was naturally good. After all, the Baijia had always been using the Yellow Turbans. The connection between the Ming Dynasty and the Baijia was not so easy to cut off.
You must know that Zhang Jiao, the founder of the Yellow Turbans, is a member of the Yin-Yang family, Zhang Liang is also a Confucian, while Zhang Sanfeng is a Taoist, and even Zhang Sheng himself is a political strategist.
It can be seen from this that the Yellow Turbans and the Baijia have long been inseparable from each other. If they have to cut off, they must break their muscles and bones. Fang La's backlash is the best lesson, but the Ming Dynasty really can't afford any turmoil.
Zhang Liang is also afraid that Zhang Sheng will continue to act loyally, so he chooses such a critical moment to return. Zhang Liang does not expect Zhang Sheng to accept Baijia, at least he cannot become an enemy!
As soon as he thought of this, Zhang Liang's expression immediately became extremely solemn, and he said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, our country is currently surrounded by dangers. One wrong step may lead to endless abyss, so you must be careful in the future."
Zhang Sheng's expression froze, she knew there was something behind Zhang Liang's words, he was blaming her for rejecting the Yin Yang family, but she did not regret it.
"Uncle San is right, it's better to be taught."
Zhang Sheng looked like he was asking for advice humbly. In order to prevent Zhang Liang from continuing to preach, he quickly handed the scroll to Zhang Liang.
"Third uncle, what do you think about this prisoner of war issue?"
A trace of relief flashed in Zhang Liang's eyes. At least Zhang Sheng was not disgusted with his preaching, but after reading it, Zhang Liang had a serious look on his face.
"Your Majesty, our army must rescue these prisoners of war, otherwise it will be difficult for our army to face this situation of being surrounded by enemies on all sides. However, the formulation of this plan is a bit too rough."
Zhang Sheng originally thought Yang Dingtian's plan was perfect, but he didn't expect it to be so unbearable in Zhang Liang's mouth. He immediately said: "Third uncle, is there any problem with this plan?"
"There are many problems. First of all, Dagong Pass is not that easy to capture, and even if it can be captured by luck, it will still be difficult to return to Yanzhou.
Most of the prisoners of war who escaped were infantry, and it was absolutely impossible for the Han Dynasty to let the prisoners of war escape back to Yanzhou. What if they sent cavalry to pursue them? Dong Zhuo left a team of Liangzhou cavalry in Sizhou! "
Zhang Sheng immediately realized the seriousness of the problem and hurriedly said: "Then what should we do?"
Zhang Liang did not respond, but continued: "In addition, there is also the issue of food and grass along the way. It is impossible for nearly 200,000 prisoners of war to go from Sizhou to Yanzhou without eating or drinking, and Yang Dingtian is very concerned about food and grass. The problem is being too optimistic.”
Zhang Sheng's face couldn't help but turn a little pale. Why hadn't she thought of such an important issue? She couldn't help but rely on Zhang Liang even more.
"Third uncle, do you have any strategies to teach me?"
After Zhang Liang pondered for a while, he nodded and said: "First of all, the imperial court must send troops to respond immediately. It will be too late. Secondly, meal stations must be set up along the way. Otherwise, if the army falls into a food shortage, it may escape and disperse. Finally, , Your Majesty must send an order to Xiang Yu, asking them to set up defense lines along the way to snipe the invading enemy."
Zhang Sheng had no objections to the first two points, but he had some thoughts on the last point.
"Third Uncle, how can such a prisoner of war, who has just escaped from a prisoner-of-war camp and lacks all weapons and equipment, be able to block the pursuit of a big man?"
"Of course it can't be stopped."
Zhang Liang sighed, and then said in a deep voice: "But the matter has come to this, we can only give up the small to protect the big. There is no other way."
"That's all it can do."
Zhang Sheng looked helpless. She didn't want to save everyone, but this was impossible!
Looking at the generals in the hall, Zhang Sheng said solemnly: "Generals, who is willing to take on this important task?"
Zhu Yuanzhang and Li Zicheng were the first to stand up, saying in unison: "The final wish..."
Before he finished speaking, Zhang Sanfeng interrupted: "Your Majesty, Zhang Junbao is willing to take on this important task."
A trace of surprise flashed in Zhang Sheng's eyes. She knew that Zhang Bao was severely hit after the defeat of Jizhou. It had been a long time since he had personally led an army. It was rare that he took the initiative to take the task this time.
"In that case, leave it to the third uncle. The general will be assisted by several other generals. We must bring the brothers back!" Zhang Sheng warned seriously.
A trace of determination flashed in Zhang Sanfeng's eyes, he cupped his fists and said solemnly: "No!"
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