A camp on the north side of the Gaoping city wall was where Han Tong's cavalry was stationed. Most of the people went out with Han Tong to inspect the Qing Dynasty and suppress the defeated soldiers. Apart from the soldiers standing guard, there were only a few wounded soldiers left in the camp.
Murong Yanzhao came alone and was welcomed into the camp by the soldiers. Observing subconsciously, smelling the smell of horse manure, and listening to the neighing sounds from time to time.
Carrying a few bags of food in his hands, he came specifically to visit Yang Ye.
In the stable of the camp, Yang Ye was naked and carefully washing a horse. It's just that his movements are a little deformed, and he's grinning in every move. Being punished with twenty sticks is not an easy thing to endure even if your health is good.
In the barracks, Yang Ye put on the uniform of an ordinary soldier and was demoted three levels in a row, directly to a pawn...
"Aren't you convinced?" Murong Yanzhao asked as he picked up a piece of cooked pork and handed it to Yang Ye. Seeing that he was in a gloomy mood.
He took it and took a big bite. Yang Ye said emphatically, "How dare you! I broke military regulations, and it was a fluke that I was able to survive. I was the one who made the first move. There is nothing to complain about General Guo's handling."
He said this, but the expression on Yang Ye's eyebrows clearly said: The young master is unhappy.
Seeing his harsh words, Murong Yanzhao chuckled and said, "You are not the only one who will be punished. Some people, after being tortured, end up harming others and not benefiting themselves."
After a short pause, Murong Yanzhao said again: "This time, I, the 'lucky' person, have implicated you."
After hearing this, Yang Ye immediately waved his hand: "General, don't forget that Yang Ye is also a 'lucky' person!"
"Haha, that's right."
"The Cavalry City is also a good place. With your ability, Yang Chonggui, you will not be buried anywhere..." Obviously, Murong Yanzhao came here to comfort this little brother.
Soon, the two entered chatting time.
"The same thing happened to Geng Chongmei. He actually committed suicide. If he spared his life and killed me personally, there would be no room for Sun Han to fight for it..."
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Gaoping's county government naturally became Liu Chengyou's business camp. In the second hall, Liu Chengyou was dressed in a single silk cloth, pacing, his face was calm, and he kept mouthing words.
On the case in the hall, Xiang Gongzheng was immersed in recording, writing quickly and writing hundreds of words, all in one fell swoop. He wrote a detailed report on the situation of leading the army to fight south, reported it, asked for credit, and prepared to send it to Taiyuan.
Stopping, Liu Chengyou thought for a while and asked Xiang Gong: "Do you think there is anything else that needs to be added?"
Upon hearing this, Xiang Gong shook his head.
Liu Chengyou then stepped forward, picked up the four or five pieces of paper, and reviewed them. Xiang Xun's handwriting is not beautiful and can only be described as neat. Even so, it is much more beautiful than Liu Chengyou's handwriting.
Today, Xiang Xun has become Liu Chengyou's confidant secretary, and everything, big or small, passes through his hands. After handing it back to Xiang Xun and sealing it, Liu Chengyou called Li Chongju, who was guarding outside, and said, "Send this report to Jinyang quickly."
"Xiang Xun, over the past few days, you have made great contributions by advising, offering advice, and assisting with important matters. With your talents, it is too humiliating to be a little attendant by my side..." He bowed and took a seat. , motioning to Xiang Xun who stood up to continue sitting, and Liu Chengyou talked to him casually.
Hearing what Liu Chengyou said, Xiang Xun showed a little surprise on his face. He glanced at the faceless Liu Chengyou and replied: "Those who want to take the place of menial positions do not know who they are."
"Oh?" Liu Chengyou seemed to be interested: "Why?"
"It is my blessing to be able to work beside His Highness and listen to your teachings. How dare I think that my position is low and my position is low..." Xiang Xun lowered his eyelids and said with a chuckle.
Liu Chengyou grinned and waved his hands: "I have nothing to teach you. On the contrary, I have learned a lot from listening to your advice along the way."
After chatting with Xiang Xun for a few words, Liu Chengyou's expression returned to seriousness and he said in a serious voice: "This time we are going south, we have captured Luzhou and are in danger of the party. But the surrender of Zezhou is really beyond my expectation. What are your thoughts on how our army will move next?"
After hearing the question, Xiang Xun pondered for a while, then looked up at Liu Chengyou: "Your Highness is not thinking about continuing to move south at this time, is he?"
"That's what I have in mind, what do you think?" Liu Chengyou admitted it simply: "The battle at Sheep Head Mountain was a test of the strength of the Liao army. Regardless of its strength, based on the previous judgment, Nothing to fear.”
Xiang Xun's brows immediately wrinkled, observing Liu Chengyou's expression, as if he was weighing whether Liu Chengyou was serious about what he said.
"Your Highness, we only defeated the Yan soldiers. The Yan people are no better than the Khitan people!" Xiang Xun said.
"I don't think the Khitans are any better than the Yan people." Liu Chengyou waved his hand indifferently: "The Central Plains and Hebei have now become a quagmire, and the Khitan cavalry cannot move forward in this quagmire. Legs. Since our army is the vanguard and has won this devastating victory, it is time to take advantage of the victory to attack and face the Khitans directly!"
Liu Chengyou said this in this tone, which nakedly showed his "arrogant" mentality. Xiang Xun couldn't help but admonished with a stern face: "Your Highness, don't be careless. Today in the Central Plains, the Khitan is still gathering heavy troops. By occupying Lu and Ze, it has greatly relieved the difficulties in the east of the river. It can attack and retreat with ease... ....”
"When you were still in Jinyang, did you propose that you use the army east of the river to invade the Central Plains? Why did you change your mind this time?" Liu Chengyou asked.
Paying attention to Liu Chengyou's eyes, Xiang Xun took a breath and spoke slowly: "Before, the world fell under the iron heel of the Khitan. Just when Hedong was shouldering the weight of Kyushu, he was proactive, advocated for the world, and set an example for the Chinese military and civilians. But now , His Majesty has proclaimed himself emperor and sent troops to fight against the Hu invaders. There are many responders in various towns, prefectures and counties. Under such circumstances, what we have to consider is how to defeat and expel the Khitans at the minimum cost and rebuild the country. ”
"The defeat of Geng Chongmei this time has greatly boosted the morale of the soldiers and civilians in the Central Plains and Hebei. At this time, we should firmly guard Lu and Ze, monitor Heluo, and watch the changes in the world. It is almost certain that the Khitans will rule the Central Plains. , on the occasion of their destruction. Moreover, with the current strength of the Longqi Army, even if the Luze Prefecture soldiers are included, it is insignificant compared to the Khitan army..."
After saying that, Xiang Xun came to his senses and looked at Liu Chengyou: "With His Highness's calmness and wisdom, do you think he will not rush southward?"
Seeing Xiang Xun's mouth dry as he spoke, Liu Chengyou picked up the kettle and poured him a glass of water. He slowly drew circles on the desk with his fingers: "To be honest, if you can ride on the 50,000 River East Step in your hand, you will be really lonely." I want to command my master to go to Heluo in the south and have a showdown with the Khitans!"
Hearing Liu Chengyou's words, Xiang Xun subconsciously breathed a sigh of relief. At least it seemed that Liu Chengyou was not as arrogant as he showed in his mouth, so Xiao Sheng lost his mind.
"You said that I killed Geng Chongmei this time and threatened Heyang. Will the Khitans provoke Yelu Deguang and send an army north to attack me?" After pondering for a while, Liu Chengyou suddenly asked, with a strong tone in his voice. of fear.
I thought that Xiang Xun would speak clearly again, but I heard that Xiang Xun answered simply: "I don't know what my position is."
Facing Liu Chengyou's slightly surprised look, Xiang Xun smiled bitterly and said: "Whether Yelu Deguang will send an army northward, I don't know for my humble position, but Cui Tingxun of Heyang has to guard against it."
Nodding and thinking, Liu Chengyou raised his finger and said: "We are on the defensive for the time being. Zezhou is not a good place for imperial defense. I want to return to Luzhou!"
"Your Highness is wise!" Xiang Xun obviously agreed with Liu Chengyou's decision.
The next day, Liu Chengyou left Li Wanchao in temporary control of Zezhou's military while he led his army back north to Shangdang.
