While the Han Emperor was in a state of dissolute and unscrupulous, busy extinguishing fire and restoring his dignity, his eyes turned to the southwest again. The rebellion in Shu continued, and the Han army's advance and suppression was also in full swing.
November was the stage when the rebellion in Shu was the most violent and the struggle was the most intense. The emperor's attitude and the orders of the Han court were like a clear spring in winter, which warmed the hearts of most of the people in Shu and completely broke up. The escape route for the rebels. For the rebels, the tough book-making was like a reminder. When water was added to the hot oil, it would naturally boil violently.
It is true that hundreds of thousands of people rebelled and caused disasters in dozens of states. The momentum is indeed not small, but in the end it is difficult to achieve success. It is like a group of grasshoppers after autumn. No matter how happy they are, they can only dance on the grave and will not last long.
In the early days, the rebellious nobles and powerful landowners were able to rely on their influence on the local area and confuse the ignorant people to gather people to conspire in rebellion. However, after the imperial government's land policy was clearly announced in Shu, ordinary Shu people started to rebel. The heart is reduced immediately.
The people at the bottom had very strong endurance and could survive under the oppression and exploitation of Meng Shu. However, the change of Han court and the new ruler also reduced their burden and gave them hope. It's winter again, how many people are willing to brave the cold wind and frost to do something that makes them lose their heads?
When the tigers are taking a nap, the quality of the Han army is there. Once they calm down, they will still be the strongest army in the world. The Han army officers and soldiers with bulging pockets will also have more motivation to suppress the rebellion. For most middle and lower-level officers and soldiers, For them, the rebellion in Shu was another good opportunity for them to make contributions. As for those senior generals, under the emperor's encouragement and supervision, in order to make up for their previous mistakes, of course they also worked very hard.
And there is a group of people who work harder than the Han troops who entered Shu, that is, those Shu troops who were incorporated. The policy of conferring military merit on land was enough to increase their enthusiasm to kill thieves and quell the chaos.
Therefore, as December is about to enter, the chaos in Shu begins to turn from prosperity to decline.
Chengdu in the twelfth lunar month is still a bit cold for the locals, but for the Han army from the north, it is nothing. Most of the Han soldiers stationed in the city only have a layer of clothing, either made of silk or silk. System, highlighting the word "hao".
Chengdu has regained its former stability. After Zhao Pu took office, he made drastic changes and established the ruling order of the Han Dynasty. As a result, people's hearts gradually calmed down. The most important thing is that in the streets and markets, except for the patrolling soldiers, there are no scenes of Han troops running rampant. The garrison in Chengdu was either restrained and returned to camp, or was transferred out to quell the chaos.
Some things are so wonderful. Before the Shu Rebellion broke out, the atmosphere in Chengdu was tense, the people and the people were frightened, and it even gave people a sense of a smoky atmosphere. However, when chaos broke out frequently in various states, Chengdu became peaceful. Of course, this was not only due to the restraint of the Han army, but also because the soldiers and the people cooperated and became obedient subjects of the Han Dynasty to avoid being affected. Previously, there was only the risk of being plundered, but if it was related to the rebellion, it would be the end of the family being destroyed.
After the October rebellion broke out, Xiang Xun handed over the entire city of Chengdu to Zhao Pu, while he himself moved outside the city and set up a military tent to issue orders and suppress the rebellion.
After a full month and a half of using force, the situation has come under control. The larger rebel groups in Mianzhou, Zizhou, and Suizhou have been suppressed, and many other prefectures and counties have reported victories. Chengdu Jinzhou, such as the Han and Jane areas, was dealt with vigorously and resolutely in the shortest time. Under the leadership of Wang Renfan, it was basically eliminated.
In the handsome tent, in the stove, the charcoal burned red. When it released heat, it also emitted a dazzling light, accompanied by a crackling sound.
Xiang Xun, dressed in regular clothes, took a military newspaper and read it through it. A hint of anger appeared in his serious expression, and he scolded: "This Guo Jin, why is he so murderous? I don't know the importance. This is treating the people of Shu as such." Do you want to kill someone?"
After the Shu Rebellion broke out, most of the senior generals of the army to quell Shu were sent out. Zhao Kuangyin went to the north and was responsible for unified command of the Han army's counterinsurgency in various states. This was the emperor's wish, so Xiang Xun did it, and also took advantage of Zhao Kuangyin's good reputation. To appease people's hearts.
Wang Quanbin led the Fengguo army to the south, stationed in Luzhou, and continued southward to exert influence, completely integrating the vast area in southern Sichuan into the Han's ruling system. It was a hard job, but Wang Quanbin did not dare to complain, especially after learning that the emperor knew what he had done in Chengdu, so he could only use his efforts to calm southern Sichuan to restore his image.
The only senior generals left in Chengdu were Xiang Xun and Gao Huaide. Gao Huaide was throwing his hands on the stove to warm himself up. Hearing Xiang Xun's words, he couldn't help but said, "What, Guo Jin killed another prisoner?"
Xiang Xun put down the military newspaper, stood up and walked to the opposite side of Gao Huaide. He also stretched out his frostbitten hands to warm them, tensed them a few times, and made a comfortable sound. Looking at Gao Huaide, Xiang Xun said calmly: "That's not true. Although Guo Jin was bold, he did not dare to try it himself. It's just that there were more than 10,000 rebels in Meijia and Jia. After three battles, more than 10,000 were killed and not many were captured alive. Even if he reaches three thousand, he will not pay attention to the casualties. This is the result of his achievements in the tens of thousands of lives!"
After all, they are colleagues and have the potential to make progress together. After listening to Xiang Xun's words, Gao Huaide spoke for Guo Jin: "For the former, chaos is raging and Sichuan and Shu are shaken. It is difficult to determine what is not the rule, and it scares the disobedient. What Guo Jin said Because, the damage may be a bit greater, but the effect should still be good. Meizhou will be stable, the Shu people will not dare to rebel again, and the government can calmly manage it and clean up the mess!
Mr. Xiang led a large army to conquer the unconquered subjects, but he also killed many people. Why has his heart softened now? Compassion for others can only weaken the general's ambition! "
Xiang Xun sighed with self-mockery: "Maybe it's because old people are more sentimental!"
Xiang Xun is now only forty-six years old. For a commander-in-chief, he is in his prime. However, he has repeatedly lamented his old age in front of others, which many people do not understand.
Gao Huaide chuckled and said: "Everyone talks about being old to the commander-in-chief. How can the great man with so many veterans and generals be left alone?"
After hearing his joke, Xiang Xun became more serious. He pointed to the military report submitted by Meizhou and said with emotion: "This time to conquer Shu, your Majesty is eager to get the city, the land, the Dingkou, and the armor. Our army on the north route." , from the first battle at Sanquan to the entry into Chengdu, all the way to the conquest and march, the lives lost on both sides were only more than 10,000.
Today, Meizhou alone has killed more than 10,000 people. Many people have died in the rebellion in the north. In addition, the number of Shu people who suffered military deaths due to the rebellion is even more numerous.
What I am worried about is that even if we succeed in quelling this rebellion in Shu, the lives of the people in Shu will be seriously injured and their vitality will inevitably be severely damaged. It will be difficult to explain to your majesty and the court in the future! "
After listening to Xiang Xun's concerns, Gao Huaide was silent, pondered for a while, and then said with emotion: "Xiang Gong cares about the country and the people, he is a true commander-in-chief!"
"Don't take it seriously!" Xiang Xun waved his hand.
"Fortunately, the chaos occurred in winter, and not too many Guizhou leaders were involved. Otherwise, if the farming season is busy and the field farming is delayed, the consequences will be more serious!" Gao Huaide continued: "If you want to reduce the damage to the Shu land and the damage to the Shu people, The only way to deal with casualties is to eliminate the rebels in each state as soon as possible. The longer the chaos is delayed, the greater the damage and losses will be caused!"
Xiang Xun expressed his approval: "That's right!"
"Perhaps we can issue a commanding order to urge the officers and soldiers of each state to suppress the remaining rebellions and put an end to the chaos! The Chinese New Year is almost here and the National Day is approaching, so we don't have much time left!" Gao Huaide suggested.
"The urging order is not urgently needed. Zhao Kuangyin is a knowledgeable person and knows the priorities. I believe he will handle it well. Your Majesty can be said to know people!" Xiang Xun said, with a lot of appreciation for Zhao Kuangyin in his tone.
Gao Huaide nodded, agreeing with this, and walked to the military map marking the rebel situation, thinking: "After more than a month of suppression, the rebels in Jianzhou have been wiped out, and the rebellion in Mianzhou has also been wiped out. It has declined, and only Zizhou and Suizhou are the most troubled. Once the Mianzhou rebels are completely eliminated, take a short rest, and then concentrate our forces to fight two battles, we should be able to pacify them. If Zizhou and Suizhou are determined, the rest will be insufficient. That’s right!”
After being distracted, Xiang Xun thought about it for a while, turned around, wrote down a military order, and then called the military academy in front of the tent to arrange for it to be sent to Zhao Kuangyin, who was supervising the suppression in the north.
It was not a military order to urge, but just to emphasize again that the troops were ordered to suppress civilians without invading civilians, and to minimize killings during the campaign.
War means destruction and death. Xiang Xun still understands that it cannot be completely eliminated. He can only do his best to leave as much vitality as possible in Shu...
"Reporting to the Commander-in-Chief, Mr. Zhao of Chengdu has come to the camp to ask for an audience!"
"Please!"
Zhao Pu opened the tent and entered, his steps hurried, and the coldness on his body was quickly dissipated by the warmth in the tent. During this period, although the Han army was in a hurry to quell the chaos, it was still busy and it had to be Zhao Pu. Although he only held the position of Quan Zhi Chengdu Prefecture, he had great real power. As the highest-ranking official sent to Shu by the Han court, he could participate in the government affairs of Sichuan and Shu. There was no problem. The emperor gave him advantageous power.
No matter how much power you have, you need to bear corresponding burdens and pressures. Of course, for Zhao Pu, his career in Sichuan and Shu was a great opportunity for his official career, so he naturally fulfilled his duties and did not dare to slack off in the slightest.
"I wonder what the commander-in-chief is calling me here for?" After entering the account, Zhao Pu asked directly without bothering to greet him.
"During this period, Chengdu and its surroundings have been peaceful, thanks to Mr. Zhao Fu!" Xiang Xun smiled peacefully.
However, seeing his expression of "I'm very busy", Xiang Xun handed him the military report of Mei and Jia, and stated his intention, saying: "Guo Jin has sent a good report. The rebellion in Mei and Jia has been put down, and the remaining thieves have been eliminated." With the purge, Mr. Zhao can arrange for people to organize government affairs and divide the land!"
For the "land reform" matter, the Han court urgently dispatched a group of officials to Shu to "assist" the local land remediation. Those people were basically arranged by Zhao Pu. Hearing this, Zhao Pu took the list and immediately nodded in agreement without saying much.
Xiang Xun continued: "We can also send people to the prefectures and counties in the north!"
Zhao Pu was a little surprised and asked: "If what I know is correct, the rebellion in the north has not been put down yet, and the rebels are still gathering together to resist!"
Xiang Xun smiled softly: "The stubborn resistance is real, but its power is dwindling. It has been completely suppressed by our army. The chaos is under control. There is no conflict between fighting in the front and dividing the territory in the rear..."
