"Although Temujin has been defeated, the Turkic forces are strong and are still entrenched in the north of Youzhou. Zhao Kuangyin and his troops act as horns to block my main force and Zhang Xun's troops. If it goes on for a long time, the situation may change again. "
Yang Gao thought deeply: "Zhao Kuangyin is ultimately a vassal of Temujin, and his troops can never match Temujin's elite in combat power. If Zhao Kuangyin can be defeated, and the two armies join together to attack Temujin, Youzhou It’s going to happen soon!”
However, judging from the current situation, Zhang Xun himself believed that it was impossible for him to do it. If you want to break the situation as soon as possible, perhaps you should change your general.
Yang Gao carefully thought about the generals under his command who could replace Zhang Xun. Li Jing, Xue Rengui, Su Dingfang, Chang Yuchun and others were no longer considered due to distance issues.
Yue Fei is the commander-in-chief of the army and cannot be moved lightly. Among the other Youzhou generals, the first one Yang Gao thought of was Wang Zhongsi.
This famous general who was born in the same era as Zhang Xun had a completely different fate from Zhang Xun. Zhang Xun was unknown in his early years. It was not until the Anshi Rebellion broke out that he became famous. At that time, Zhang Xun was already in his fifties.
Wang Zhongsi was raised in the palace by Tang Xuanzong Li Longji since he was a child. He fought on the battlefield in his twenties and made his mark. He defeated the Xi and Khitan coalition forces, surrendered thirty-six Khitan tribes, defeated Tubo, and shocked the border areas. He successively served as the military governor of the four towns of Hexi, Longyou, Shuofang, and Hedong.
However, precisely because of Wang Zhongsi's increasingly prosperous achievements, he was framed by the treacherous Prime Minister Li Linfu and demoted to the position of prefect of Hanyang. A generation of famous generals bid farewell to the battlefield gloomily. Tianbao died suddenly in eight years at the age of forty-five.
Yang Gao's second consideration was Fu Youde, but because Yecheng could not be captured for a long time, after Fu Youde surrounded and annihilated Wang Baobao's troops, Yang Gao ordered Fu Youde to lead his troops to support Yang Ye. It was definitely not the best idea to change the order at night, so Yang Gao then The idea of appointing Fu Youde was abandoned.
In addition to Wang Zhongsi and Fu Youde, the two generals Qin Qiong and Di Qing who had been in Qingzhou for many years, as well as the famous Taiping Wing King Shi Dakai in later generations, were also considered by Yang Gao.
But facing Song Taizu Zhao Kuangyin, who founded a dynasty, Yang Gao always felt that Wang Zhongsi, Shi Dakai, and Di Qing seemed to be missing something.
While weighing his left and right, Yang Gao suddenly saw the memorial presented by Zhang Shuye on the imperial case, asking for credit for Han Xin who saw through the Turks' conspiracy and tried to keep the camp intact.
Han Xin! A generation of military immortal Han Xin!
Yang Gao stood up suddenly and suddenly remembered that when Zhang Shuye reported the report that day, Luo Yi also sent a memorial from himself as the Governor of Youzhou. He was so angry that he didn't read it carefully and almost forgot about the soldier. Fairy.
"Almost ruined something big!"
Yang Gao slapped his forehead in annoyance and hurriedly conveyed the order: "Send Han Xin an audience!"
Not long after, Han Xin entered the hall led by several guards and bowed to Yang Gao.
By the candlelight in the mansion, Yang Gao looked up and down at this famous soldier immortal. This soldier immortal was just like what was described in the history books. He was tall, elegant in appearance, dignified in appearance, calm in his words and deeds, and exuding the demeanor of a general.
"Han Xin, thanks to you seeing through the Turks' plot this time, the Turkic general Ah Shu came to the front line to command in person to ensure that the camp was not lost. Mr. Zhang Shuye highly respects and appreciates you."
Yang Gao looked at Han Xin with a smile on his face and said, "I was busy dealing with Luo Yi's traitor in the past few days, and I almost forgot to reward the meritorious officials, and I neglected my beloved."
Yang Gao knew that Han Xin was a proud man, so he still had to give him some face.
Sure enough, Han Xinxin's resentment because he had not received a commendation for many days suddenly disappeared. Especially because Yang Gao, as a generation of emperors, actually explained it to him, a humble official, which made him feel quite grateful and proud.
Han Xin immediately bowed and thanked him: "I can't help but do my best, why should Your Majesty care about me?"
"The three armies focus on food and grass. If you hadn't saved the camp, even if I defeated Temujin, I would have been forced to withdraw from Youzhou."
Yang Gao pretended to be reminiscing, but he was actually investigating Han Xin's implanted identity in the system: "I remember that you were a martial arts scholar in the third year of Longxing. The examiner at that time also recommended you many times, saying that you have special skills in military affairs. A testing machine.”
"It's the adults who show their love!" Han Xin smiled slightly, speaking modestly, but in his heart he was very proud. He was also somewhat grateful for Yang Gao's appreciation, and he actually knew his resume clearly.
"I always employ people based on their talents. As long as you have the ability, I will definitely give you a position where you can give full play to your abilities."
Yang Gao said calmly: "In your opinion, what is the situation in Youzhou now? How should I break the situation?"
Since receiving the order to come to Youzhou, Han Xin has been thinking about the situation in Youzhou day and night, and then he said loudly: "Your Majesty, I think that although Temujin was defeated, his vitality is still there. More importantly, is that The northern part of Youzhou has completely fallen into the hands of the Turks, and there is no strong city to rely on. It is not a good choice to rush northward. For this plan, we must defeat Zhao Kuangyin immediately and cut off Temujin's arm."
"What Ai Qing said is extremely good, and I also consider it that way."
Yang Gao nodded slowly and said in a deep voice: "However, Zhao Kuangyin is not a good traitor. Zhang Kuangyin led his army to fight but was defeated. I have resigned and asked me to choose a wise man. This is what I am doing. And troubled!”
Han Xin was startled when he heard this, and his eyes suddenly lit up, and he suddenly felt that a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity was right in front of him. This brave soldier who had always been a skilled warrior suddenly knelt on the ground and said loudly: "Your Majesty, I am a humble minister, but I am willing to take over from General Zhang Xun to fight against Zhao Kuangyin!"
Yang Gao's eyes flashed with a trace of subtle cunning, and he said noncommittally: "I already know Aiqing's talent, but Aiqing has not been in office for a long time, and her qualifications are still relatively young, how can she convince the public?"
"His Majesty!"
Han Xin straightened his back and said in a deep voice: "It is precisely because the low-ranking officials are still relatively young that Zhao Kuangyin, the traitor, will relax his vigilance. If His Majesty is replaced by a famous general with a hundred battles, Zhao Kuangyin will definitely deal with it cautiously. If the delay lasts for a long time, if the puppet Tang Dynasty suddenly Sending troops from Jingxing will add many variables to the situation in Youzhou."
Yang Gao seemed to be interested and said, "If Aiqing is in charge of the army, how long will it take to defeat the traitor Zhao Kuangyin?"
Han Xin was even more overjoyed when he saw this, and said without hesitation: "Zhao Kuangyin is only a vassal of Temujin after all, not the leader of the Turkic tribe. The main force of his army and horses are the remnants of the troops who followed him in exile from Bingzhou in the past, and most of the others are also from Youzhou. The rebels' combat effectiveness was far inferior to Temujin's elite.
Your Majesty can first send people to spread rumors, claiming that Zhao Kuangyin colluded with the Jurchen Wanyan Aguda and conspired to become independent. As long as Temujin is doubtful, Zhao Kuangyin will not be helped for the time being. Within one month, I will defeat Zhao Kuangyin! If you don't win, please punish the nine clans! "
