The Liao camp stretched for more than ten miles according to the direction of the stream of water, and was stationed between the city and the city. In addition to the hundreds of thousands of Hu and Han infantry and cavalry troops, there are also tens of thousands of "supernumerary" personnel, including ministers, family members, civilian husbands, and coolies. In terms of pure numbers, there are 200,000. Double that, and it can be called "an army of 400,000" "Yes.
Since returning to the north, apart from crossing the river and attacking Anyang, Luan City has been the place where he stayed the longest. Everyone above and below was immersed in restlessness. Within the Khitan people, the confrontation between the various armies and departments gradually became more intense due to the conflicts at the top, and the conflicts became even more severe.
The soldiers and young men in the company's army all became frightened, feeling uneasy in their secret joy, and seemed to find some hope in their despair.
In the previous campaign, the Yan soldiers who followed Yelu Deguang to fight south probably had more than 40,000 infantry and cavalry troops. Apart from the casualties from the previous battles and the military strength divided into various states, there were still nearly 30,000 troops accompanying the army. At this time, Liao was In the army, it is also an independent and important force that cannot be ignored.
They were not arranged together, but there were tens of thousands of soldiers in the Sanyan camp. The camp was very crudely built and was built temporarily during the two days before Yelu Deguang died. It was obvious that some preparations were being made.
In the military tent, Zhao Yanshou, dressed in a brocade robe, was sitting on the main seat, discussing with a group of Youyan and Han military generals how to deal with the changes at this time. They, the Yan soldiers, were usually jealous, ostracized, and inferior to others. In such a sensitive situation, they could only stick together to keep warm.
The atmosphere was very depressing, and no one dared to speak too loudly during the discussion. The generals expressed their thoughts and put forward suggestions for Zhao Yanshou's reference. However, His Highness King Yan seemed a little careless and did not seem to listen seriously.
The composition of the Yan army is equally complex. There are die-hard traitors, wealthy families of Yan land, legacy ministers of the Jin state, and righteous generals who are devoted to China... Even if they join the group to keep warm, they have different thoughts.
Zhao Yanshou actually knew this. He looked around and sighed slightly in his heart. He knows that it is easy to bring these people together, but it is difficult to integrate them and plan for big things. Although he, Zhao, is somewhat famous, he has not yet reached the point where he can receive hundreds of responses.
"That's it!" Zhao Yanshou suddenly raised his head, waved his hands half-heartedly, and said, "The most important thing right now is to organize the brothers. As long as the soldiers and horses are in hand, no one else will dare to change the situation. It's a slight insult, and the same goes for the Khitans. In addition, keep in touch with the other two battalions and advance and retreat with us..."
"I have been attached to the Khitan for many years in the north, and I am well aware that there are many internal contradictions in the Khitan. The death of the Liao Emperor will inevitably trigger and implicate us. Since ancient times, the struggle for power has been cruel and fierce. In the past two days, the struggle for the imperial camp has already begun to show its end. We are waiting for you. I am from the southern country, and I have elite soldiers and generals, so it is difficult for me to stay out of this!"
Zhao Yanshou's face was pale, with wrinkles covering his face, and he said solemnly: "The current situation is like this, and the safety is uncertain. We can only work together and work together to tide over the difficulties!"
A frank talk had some effect, and all the Yan Bing generals present agreed.
Zhao Yanshou breathed a sigh of relief. Just when he was a little relieved, he was startled by the sudden movement outside the camp.
"King Yan, it's not good!" A close confidant rushed in with a panic expression: "There are Khitan cavalry outside the camp, and we are surrounded!"
Hearing this, his expression changed completely unexpectedly. Zhao Yanshou could only suppress his shock and doubts, comfort the general, and lead everyone out to check the situation. He did not show any fear. He did not think that in this case, the Khitans would start a civil strife and take action against them.
General Ruya reported that a large number of Khitan cavalry had fled outside. The camp stood with its back to the water and was threatened from three sides. The middle and upper-level officers were all gathered in the tent to discuss matters, with no one in charge. The middle- and lower-level Yan soldiers were at a loss to deal with this turn of events.
When Zhao Yanshou led his people out of the tent, he saw that thousands of Khitan cavalry had burst in from the camp gate. They were so arrogant that some soldiers who could not avoid them were directly killed.
"General Yelu came with the army. Such a large formation forced its way into the camp wall. Why are you not afraid of triggering a mutiny?" Zhao Yanshou looked at the Khitan general who was galloping towards him and looked at him coldly. His tone was very strong, not very timid.
At this time, the surrounding Yan soldiers had already reacted and began to form formations to resist. However, they had no way to deal with the Khitan army that broke into the camp. It was just a subconscious act of self-protection.
The leading Khitan general was Yelv Jieli, who was previously assigned to raise horses by Yelu Deguang. After Yelu Deguang died, he was directly activated by Yelu Ruan and regained military power.
Riding on a tall horse, Yelu Jieli pressed forward and looked down upon Zhao Yanshou: "Your Majesty, I heard that there was something unusual in Yan Camp. I, on the order of King Yongkang, came to take over Yan Camp and make overall arrangements to prevent any unexpected events!"
"General, are you kidding me?" Zhao Yanshou looked ugly.
"Whether it's a joke or not, King Yan knows it in his heart. Your Majesty has long since relieved you of military power, why are you here?" Yelu Jie's tone became more contemptuous, and he glanced at the Yan Army generals behind Zhao Yanshou: "You still summoned What are the intentions of these generals?"
As soon as he said this, not only Zhao Yanshou, but also other Yanjun military schools, their expressions changed, with fear and fear in their eyes.
Staring at their reactions, Yelu Jieli straightened his waist, raised his head, looked around, and said loudly and forcefully: "I am here under orders, do you still have any questions?"
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"Your Majesty, the Yan camp is under control!" Yelu An Tuan reported to Yelu Ruan from the Liao army's imperial camp.
"Didn't it cause any resistance?" Yelu Ruan asked with a serious look on his face after just returning from his patrol.
"Don't worry, the three Yan camps are blocked. We launched suddenly and easily controlled them!" Yelu An Tuan replied.
Yelu Ruan: "Where is Zhao Yanshou?"
"Already under house arrest!" Yelu An Tuan showed a trace of disdain on his face: "This person secretly summoned General Yan Bing. He obviously had evil intentions and really didn't know how to live or die." "
Yelu Ruan breathed a heavy sigh of relief and took the lead to look at the imperial camp. As he walked, he said seriously: "We can't go on like this!"
"Are you worried about the generals who were loyal to the late emperor? Now that Yan Bing has taken control, will we start to deal with them next?"
Yelu Ruan shook his head: "They are all Khitan talents. The trend is mine. They will compromise sooner or later. I visited all the battalions and found that the soldiers were disorganized, morale was low, and there were frequent fights. It was a complete chaos. We must Strictly rectify the situation, stabilize it as soon as possible, bring order to the chaos, and return to the country, otherwise, sooner or later, big chaos will arise!"
"By the way, where is the Longqi Army in Zhaozhou?" Yelu Ruan suddenly asked.
Yelu Antuan replied nonchalantly: "It seems that they have already withdrawn. The other party probably doesn't dare to go deeper alone."
"Yeah." Yelu Ruan responded.
Sighing, Yelu Ruan ordered: "Have Cha Ke, Shuo Gu, and other generals and ministers come to the imperial camp to see me!"
