Yao Guang saw Yao Qian's vow and his appearance of daring to go to war with Zhao Shan, with a look of approval and relief on his face.
Yao Gan looks a lot like him!
A man from Great Liang should have this ambition.
A man from Great Liang must not be afraid of hardship or fatigue, and dare to fight with others.
Yao Guang smiled and said: "Prince, the Snow Dragon Riders are at your disposal, but the army's operations must be discussed with Shi Jian. After all, Shi Jian is good at commanding large armies in battle."
Yao Qian vowed: "Father, don't worry, I will definitely respect General Shi."
Yao Guang felt relieved after everything was arranged.
Done!
The matter is done.
Yao Guang became very tired and bored, and did not want to deal with government affairs anymore. He waved his hand and said: "Everyone goes to prepare."
Yao Qian, Jiang Gui, Kang Yongyuan and Fan Tong all bowed and retreated. Jiang Gui and Fan Tong left first. They had many things to do, but Kang Yongyuan came to the East Palace with Yao Qian.
Entering the study, the guests and hosts took their seats.
Yao Qian couldn't hide his excitement and said quickly: "Father-in-law, the plan is now half complete. Next, we will go to war with Zhao Shan. How do you think we will lose in the battle? Let Zhao Shan drive straight in."
Kang Yongyuan said: "Prince, don't worry, this matter is actually not complicated."
Yao Qian asked: "What should we do specifically?"
Kang Yongyuan smiled slightly and said: "The prince first comforts Shi Jian and stabilizes him. When it comes to the battlefield, when the war begins, Shi Jian is determined not to fight Zhao Shan head-on. You order him to fight to the death."
"Forcing Shi Jian to play and create opportunities for Zhao Shan."
"If Shi Jian wants to attack quickly, you can cut off some supplies or delay the rush for reinforcements."
"On the battlefield, a slight difference can make a thousand miles difference. Any problem will have the greatest impact on Shi Jian."
Kang Yongyuan smiled and said: "Originally, it would be very difficult for us to win a war. Now, it is too easy to ruin the victory of a war. The prince does not need to worry, and he will take advantage of every opportunity."
Yao Qian breathed a sigh of relief and praised: "My father-in-law's strategy is excellent, so let's do it this way. When Zhao Shan's army arrives in the capital of Daliang, they can take advantage of the chaos to capture my father."
Kang Yongyuan said: "Prince, please rest assured. I have instigated another general in the Forbidden Army, but we have not disclosed our intentions for the time being. If we make arrangements at the last moment, they will have no choice but to take action."
"Okay, okay, okay!"
Yao Gan nodded one after another.
He made arrangements, handed over all matters in Guzang County to Kang Yongyuan, and went to the army.
Shi Jian is a general in Xiliang and holds the position of General of Xiaoqi.
When Jiang Yuhuang was around, Shi Jian didn't show much prominence, but he was as famous as Jiang Yuhuang. Because Shi Jian didn't have Jiang Yuhuang's background, let alone Jiang Yuhuang's holy family, he succumbed to Jiang Yuhuang.
Jiang Yuhuang went to Zhao Shan's side, and Shi Jian took charge of the army.
Shi Jian is nearly forty years old, tall and mighty, with a strong physique. He fought on the battlefield, and with the help of a nine-foot-long sword in his hand, he made unparalleled killing blows and achieved great military exploits.
Facing Yao Qian, Shi Jian saluted and said: "The last general, Shi Jian, pays homage to the prince."
Yao Gan nodded and said: "General Shi, are the troops ready?"
Shi Jian nodded without a smile and said calmly: "The army has gathered and is ready to set off at any time."
Yao Qian said: "Send troops."
Shi Jian nodded and gave the order to send troops.
The army was dispatched, with the infantry at the front. Elite cavalry such as the Snow Dragon Cavalry accompanied them to protect the army, ensuring the safety of the army. Finally, the auxiliary troops were responsible for escorting the grain and grass to ensure the army's logistical supplies.
The army left Guzang County in a mighty manner and headed west, facing the direction of Zhao Shan in the east.
The army hurried on, and at night, the army stopped to camp and rest.
After Yao Qian had dinner, he arranged for someone to call Shi Jian and asked, "General Shi, we are about to fight Zhao Shan. How does the general plan to fight?"
Shi Jian said without thinking: "Prince, Zhao Shan's record is known to the world. He has won every battle and established an undefeated result."
"That's it. After the final encounter with Zhao Shan, I will stay closed for a while to observe Zhao Shan's situation and pour out Zhao Shan's vigor."
"Zhao Shan worked hard and then failed again and again. After his morale was vented, he lost the invincible spirit that he had at the beginning. Naturally, he would not be able to do it."
"Then we wait for an opportunity to counterattack."
Shi Jian spoke eloquently: "This time when fighting Zhao Shan, we can't be anxious. Being anxious will lead to changes. We must win in a stable manner."
Yao Qian thoughtfully continued: "Please rest assured, General Shi, I fully support your arrangements and will not interfere with your dispatch and command. I have only one idea, and that is that we must win."
Shi Jian said: "Promise to complete the task."
After Yao Qian showed his goodwill to Shi Jian, he said nothing more and had dinner early in the evening.
Early the next morning, Yao Qian and Shi Jian continued on their way.
When Shi Jian was dispatching the army, Yao Qian arranged for his confidants to send away the situation of the army, the news about the general Shi Jian who was leading the army, and the strategy Shi Jian was planning while the army was marching.
The news was sent all the way east. When it was delivered to Zhao Shan, Zhao Shan's army had already arrived in Yunwu County.
This is the seat of Jincheng County and the southeast center of Xiliang.
The city of Yunwu County is strong, and the Huangshui River passes through this place, which is not conducive to attack.
It happened that the magistrate of Yunwu County and the prefect of Jincheng County were holding on, so Zhao Shan's army was unable to break through immediately.
Zhao Shan learned that Yao Qian had come in person, knew the strength of the Xiliang army, and knew Shi Jian's strategy. He did not rush to start a war, but instead stationed outside Yunwu County.
The army camped on the south bank of Huangshui River, with mountains behind it. With mountains and water at its back, there was no need to worry about the rear.
On the one hand, the soldiers rested and regained their strength; on the other hand, they digested the surrenders in the east of Xiliang.
Zhao Shan arranged for someone to notify Zhuge Shang and asked Zhuge Shang to arrange for officials to come to Xiliang to serve in the captured places. If Zhao Shan just wants to fight, there is no need to think about anything.
Now if we want to capture Xiliang and the entire territory of Xiliang, the war will be more complicated and we must consider governance.
Zhuge Shang is worried about these, but Zhao Shan is not worried about anything.
Zhao Shan's garrison rested for less than two days. The army led by Yao Qian and Shi Jian entered Yunwu County and camped on the north bank of Huangshui River to rest.
Zhao Shan personally went to the river bank and stared at the Xiliang army building a camp on the north bank. He looked at Qin Zhong and asked with a smile: "Qin Zhong, the Xiliang army is on the north bank. Do you have any strategy to defeat the enemy?"
Qin Zhong's eyes flashed with confidence, and he replied: "Your Majesty, Shi Jian's plan of the Xiliang Army is to first station troops on the north bank to defend, and to coordinate with the troops in Yunwu County."
"I have been in Yunwu County for the past two days, but I have already won over the Han family, a wealthy family in Yunwu County."
"Han Ning of the Han family is willing to join Da Qian and serve Da Qian. As long as our army attacks Yunwu County, Han Ning will raise troops in the city to support us so that we can enter Yunwu County."
Qin Zhong said quickly: "I suggest that we attack Yunwu County and capture Yunwu, giving Shi Jian a small shock."
