Chapter 241: Decision Yongliang
When the two brothers meet Yi Lu, the commander will definitely lose Xiao Cao. --------Tang Du Fu's "Ode to Ancient Relics Part 5"
It is said that Chu Feiyan returned from Bingzhou. As the saying goes, Feiyan threw herself into his arms and relied more on Xinzhuang. She and Chen Long were like glue and never separated. The number of ladies in Chang'an has reached four, and they happen to be both civilized and martial. Chen Long enjoys the blessings of having many wives, but he also experiences a lot of happiness and troubles caused by having many wives.
Chen Long knew that both Chu Feiyan and Tong Feifei used swords, so he privately asked his wife's guard captain Sun Li to teach the two ladies the "Yunzhong Sword Manual". Unexpectedly, "Yunzhong Sword" was very suitable for women. In just a few days, both of them practiced it. It had to be stylish. The backyard was full of sword lights and colorful clothes flying all day long, which allowed Chen Long to enjoy a lot of beautiful sword dances.
On this day, Gao Shun, Xun You, Xu Shu, and Huang Gai gathered together. Gao Shun reported on the battle situation in the Hetao area and showed the strategic map of the Hetao area he had just made. Chen Long saw that although the map was detailed, its production was very rough, and he couldn't help but miss Zhou Buyi, the little chubby guy. Counting the days, Zhang He's legion should have arrived. I wonder if there are any forks along the way? While he was thinking about it, Xun You talked about the mysterious military advisor in Li Jue and Guo Si's army. He was very methodical in attacking and defending, and he didn't know where he came from. Chen Long pondered for a moment and murmured: "Such a master, could it be him?"
When the generals heard about it, they all looked up and looked at who Chen Long was guessing. Chen Long was about to speak when suddenly a soldier came to report. Zhang He's leading messenger arrived. Chen Long asked him to call in quickly.
The visitor was in a hurry and immediately reported: "General Zhang He and Military Advisor Xiang Juda led the fourth army across the river and met Zhou Buyi and Military Advisor Guo Jia in Xiangyang. It was peaceful along the way."
"After arriving in Xiangyang, in order to save time, several military advisors decided that it would save a lot of time to take the army by boat to the north of Xixia County via Danjiangkou and then transfer to land. Unexpectedly, at Danjiangkou, they unexpectedly discovered the training base of the Hanzhong Navy, right at Danjiangkou In the nearby Longshan Lake. From the base of the Hanzhong Navy to Xiangyang along the Han River, it only took two days by water. Zhou Junshi and Guo Junshi felt that the problem was serious, so they made a temporary decision to select a location to garrison the Danjiang River to contain the mouth and throat of the Danjiang River."
"In the Danjiangkou area, the Han River bifurcates. To the west is Longshan Lake, which can go directly to Shangyong City in Hanzhong County; to the north is Shuanglong Lake, which can go directly to Xixia County. After landing, you can go directly to Chang'an along the Shangluo Mountain Passage. It should be said to be a shortcut. Xiangyang Commander Zhao's troops were somewhat stretched because they were dispersed to Wancheng, so he could only order a large amount of sand and gravel supplies. General Jun Yi and several military advisors selected the terrain on the northwest side of Danjiangkou, set up a fortress, and built a water fort."
Chen Long thought to himself that this was the predecessor of Danjiangkou City in later generations. This was really another Jiangxia. We must prevent sneak attacks from Hanzhong. Xiangyang is the only exit and passage for his army to move north, so he must not miss it. He asked casually: "How long will it take to prepare Zhang He's Nanjiangkou fortress?"
The man quickly replied: "Before coming, Military Advisor Zhou Buyi estimated that it would take at least half a year."
Chen Long and the generals were slightly disappointed. If Zhang He's troops could not come, it would also affect the overall strategy of the north. Xun You twisted his beard with his hand and thought silently. Xu Shu also hesitated to speak. Chen Long didn't rush to ask, and he spoke freely when he saw the visitor. He was neither humble nor arrogant, but his right eye was obviously more white than black, and he had some eye problems, so he asked first: "You What's your name? What's your current position?"
The man bowed his hands and said: "Your Majesty, I am Ding Yi, Ding Zhengli, who is currently in charge of general Zhang He's staff." Chen Long was slightly surprised when he heard this familiar name. He had once suspected that Ding Yi was Cao Cao's spy, but he didn't expect it. Zhang Ning never identified any problems. So he smiled and said: "It turns out to be a formal etiquette. I remember that when you took the scientific examination, you went to high school at the same time as Xiang Lang and Xiang Juda." Ding Yi quickly replied: "Exactly, I didn't expect that the master would still remember me."
Chen Long stared at Ding Zhengli with his bright eyes, and said with a smile: "Zhengli, now Xiang Juda is the military advisor of our fourth legion of the Qinglong Army, a senior official at the deputy military level, and controls an army. I think Zhengli's ability is not as good as Juda's. How about you stay in Danjiangkou and serve as a water village military advisor? I'll give you a full division rank."
Because Ding Yi was not trusted, he had always been a low-level staff member and had to run errands, write articles and the like. Unexpectedly, due to fate, he was promoted by Chen Long in person. He bowed with great joy and said: "Thank you, Lord, for knowing people and being kind to them! I, Ding Zhengli, am willing to do my best!"
Chen Long's face turned serious and he asked: "Zhengli, before you come to my place to take the scientific examination, did you know Cao Cao and Cao Mengde?"
Ding Yi was startled and did not dare to hesitate, and said quickly: "I know you. I don't dare to hide it from my lord. My father and Meng De are good friends. We often meet with our families in Luoyang, so I also know Meng De. Meng De has a daughter, and I I fell in love with her and wanted to marry me, but Cao Pi suddenly showed up in the middle and said that I have some eye problems and am not worthy of being his brother-in-law."
Ding Yi thought of Cao Pi, gritted her teeth bitterly, and continued: "Because of this incident, Meng De later betrothed his eldest daughter to Xiahou Mao, the son of General Fubo Xiahoudun. That kid was a dandy, and he was full of problems. Why? Can you compare with me? Even my father complained on my behalf."
"In this way, I was completely disappointed in Luoyang. I heard that Lingling was also a hot place. I happened to hear about the Lingling imperial examination. I also wanted people to see my brilliant literary talents, Ding Zhengli, so I came to Lingling alone. Unexpectedly, I was in high school , the relationship with Cao's daughter can be regarded as romantic."
Chen Long observed that he didn't seem to be hypocritical and asked: "Your family is now in Luoyang? Why don't you move them to Jingzhou? You can also be filial to your parents. If Luoyang changes in the future, you will be an official here. Don't let others Bullied.”
Ding Yi said: "My lord is very worried. First, I am alone, so I can do my best for my lord, and I will fight against all odds. Second, my father is used to living in Luoyang and doesn't want to move, so there is nothing I can do."
Chen Long thought for a while and said happily: "Good men are everywhere! There are many good women in Jingzhou. After you go back, immediately write down a personal and family situation and submit it to your mistress Zhang Ning at the Xiangyang headquarters. You are out there Join the army and ask your mistress to help you find a partner, but if your mistress finds out that you have concealed anything, don't blame my subordinates for being ruthless." Ding Yi was startled, then understood for a moment, knelt down and kowtowed: "Master, I understand. Just watch my actions. If I betray the lord, I am willing to destroy my entire family."
Chen Long showed both kindness and power. Seeing Ding Yi's sincerity, he finally nodded and said: "Generals, listen to the order!"
All the generals under his command stood up with a roar, and Chen Long said solemnly: "Pass this order to my general. From now on, Danjiangkou Stronghold will be officially established and the Danjiangkou Army will be established. Wei Yan will be appointed as the commander of the Danjiangkou Army, still at the deputy military level, and appointed Ding Yi was the military advisor of Danjiangkou, with the rank of full division, and he took office immediately. The original Ganning naval force stationed in Xiangyang immediately assigned a hundred large and small warships to station at Danjiangkou. At the same time, Wei Yan was ordered to command the new naval warships from Huang Zhong of Jiangxia. Article 50, lead 10,000 troops to press the ship to Danjiangkou Stronghold."
"At the same time, go to Lingling Shipyard to purchase 150 new warships and deliver them to Huangzhong Jiangxia Navy and Ganning Navy within half a year. After Wei Yanjun arrived at Danjiangkou to take over the defense, Zhang He's entire Fourth Army immediately went north , there must be no mistake!”
The generals responded with a roar, Chen Long wrote the appointment, and asked Ding Yi to return immediately to deliver the order and dispatch. Ding Yi thanked him profusely. After Xu Shu waited for Ding Yi to leave, he suddenly said: "Jiangxia, Danjiangkou, and Jiangling have now become the fulcrums against Huang Zu, Sun Ce, and Liu Yan. Wancheng is facing the heroes from the north. These four places need heavy troops."
"Now Zhao Yun's first legion is guarding Wancheng. With Ju Maocai and Jia Wenhe here, they can be safe."
"In the Jiangxia Yangtze Estuary area, the newly built water walled city is protected by Huang Zhong's Third Army Corps and Xi Zhicai, and also has Changsha as its backing."
"The area around Danjiangkou in Xiangyang is safe today. With Wei Wenchang and Ding Zhengli present, as well as Xiangyang Commander Gan Xingba's naval force behind them, my lord has made some arrangements. It is safe. I forgive Hanzhong Zhang Lu for not daring to move lightly."
"With the presence of Zhu Huan's navy and General Shamoko in the Jiangling area, we are not afraid of Liu Yan's advance by land and water, and can also resist the invading enemy from the direction of Yizhou.
"These four fulcrums are heavily deployed to ensure the security of Jingzhou, but they occupy almost all the military strength of our eight legions. We currently only have one legion of General Huang Gongfu in Chang'an, and after expansion, it will only be 40,000 people. When General Zhang He's legion arrives, It’s just two legions of 80,000 people. It’s not enough to destroy Yuan Shu!”
After Xu Shu's analysis, everyone nodded. It is true that if we start to unify the country in Chang'an, we will need stronger military power. Chen Long said: "What Commander Xu said is true. It is imperative for our army to expand our army, but the battle in Chang'an also needs to be fought. It is just a strategic issue, which is quite nerve-wracking. What do you think of it, Gongda?"
Xun You twirled his beard and said: "My lord! Why should you be polite to Emperor Xian of the Han Dynasty? When Zhang He's troops arrive, it is better to imprison all the officials. Let Emperor Xian of the Han Dynasty say whatever he likes in the palace. And that one Wang Yun, why should we let him pretend to be powerful in front of us?"
Chen Long said: "Don't I want to leave a message for others to hold the emperor hostage? Moreover, I also want to see how strong the royalists are. There is also Ma Teng who has been stationed here. Maybe there will be changes by then."
Xun You nodded, took a military map and put it on the table. He pointed at it and said: "In this case, I would like to suggest that when Zhang He's army arrives, let him immediately use the excuse that the Qiang people in the two prefectures of Yongliang are in danger, and join forces with Ma Teng to attack Yongliang." The troops from the two states immediately sent troops to suppress Hanzhong. At the same time, they made a plan to advance by land and water, first conquering Shangyong, and then conquering Zhanglu in one fell swoop and taking Hanzhong, leaving Yizhou unable to do anything."
"After Hanzhong was captured, Ma Teng was appointed to guard Hanzhong. At this time, there was no Ma Teng in the two states of Yongliang. Han Sui was naturally the boss, and he had a record of opposing the Han Dynasty. Our army would not have to worry about Ma Teng helping Emperor Xian of the Han Dynasty. Maybe We can also provoke a conflict between Ma Teng and Han Sui, and then after our army has dealt with the royalists under Han Xian Emperor, we can mobilize all the troops and march towards Luoyang."
Chen Long was enlightened when he heard this. He pointed at Hanzhong on the map with his big hand and murmured: "What a plan! Capture Hanzhong and give Ma Teng an excuse to leave Chang'an. It will no longer be used by Emperor Xian of the Han Dynasty. Moreover, Hanzhong belongs to Yizhou." Once the portal is lost, Yizhou will not dare to move. Then give Hanzhong to Ma Teng. With such a good place, Ma Teng will naturally need time to operate it. We will take the opportunity to go back and eat Han Sui, control the big city of Yongliang, and further Gather troops in Chang'an to further evade imperial power and capture Luoyang without giving Wang Yun and others any chance."
Chen Long slammed the map and covered the Hanzhong Basin with his big hand. This is the best strategy, and Xun Gongda deserves a lot of credit.
If you want to know what happens next, listen to the explanation next time.
