There were many ministers present who knew the military. After a little consideration of Yelujing's opinion, the King of the Southern Courtyard, Yelu Talie, stood up and said: "Since Yingli, Daliao has never fought with more than 500 people from the Southern Dynasty. The combat strength of both sides is What the strength is really needs to be tested.
Your Majesty considers that it has a surprising effect and may have the effect of confusing the Southern Dynasty. At the same time, if our army suddenly launches an attack and goes south to knock the pass, the Han people will not be prepared.
However, the Hedong area has complex terrain and difficult passes, which is not conducive to the use of Daliao cavalry. It is also guarded by elite Han soldiers and strong generals. Without large soldiers, it is not easy to make achievements and achieve breakthroughs.
Of course, if it’s just to coordinate the actions in Youzhou, you can give it a try! "
Yelu Talie's words gave him all his opinions on sending troops to Yanmen. From what he said, it can be seen that he has been in Nanzhen for many years and has a certain understanding of the situation of the Han army in the south. In summary, you can try it, but don’t have high hopes.
On Yelujing's side, it was obvious that he had no desire to defeat the problem in one fell swoop, but mostly had tentative thoughts, so he also accepted Yelu Talie's analysis. Ask directly: "Who can lead the troops to Yanmen?"
Yelu Talie asked for orders: "I think I am quite familiar with the Yanmen area, and I am willing to lead the troops south!"
Looking at Yelu Talie's old but strong body, Yelujing was moved, but considering his age, he could not help but hesitate. After all, he is almost 60 years old. If anything goes wrong on the battlefield, he will regret it. Among the Khitan aristocrats, Yelu Talie is a rare person who is both civil and military, has outstanding knowledge, and is capable of taking on important tasks. In these years in Yunzhou, he has made great achievements in nurturing the army and the people, accumulating livestock and harvesting grain. Such a minister of the Zhuguo State, used as a partial teacher to test, is overqualified and underused.
Before Yelujing could finish hesitating, the emperor's younger brother Yelu Dilie stood up and said enthusiastically: "King He Lao Nanyuan personally goes into battle. I am willing to lead an army south to compete with the Han army!"
Yelujing's attention was attracted, and he frowned immediately. He looked at his young brother and said directly: "You have never fought in a war and you lack understanding of the enemy situation in the Southern Dynasties. How can you lead an army by yourself?"
When Yelu Jing said this, Yelu Dilie was naturally not happy. He stiffened his neck and said loudly: "I, a Khitan man, will be a warrior when he reaches adulthood. A Liao man will join the army at the age of 15. As a clan king, I am no exception. , I should set an example and make contributions to the Liao Dynasty. I usually chase and hunt, but also command operations and practice military formations. This time when I go south, I will just go hunting..."
Yelu Dilie's words, in addition to his loud voice, also seemed to be full of pride and ambition. This confident face was still very contagious.
However, Yelujing narrowed his eyes slightly and looked at this younger brother. If his information was correct, he had become very close to some people recently.
Yelu Deguang had five sons in total, and the eldest son was naturally Yelu Jing. In his early years during the Yelu Ruan period, Lao San participated in a rebellion and was executed at a young age. The second child lived in Yelujing for three years, intending to rebel and usurp power, and was exiled to the northwest region. The fifth child is still young, and the fourth child is Yelu Dilie. He is also the son of Taizong. As he grows up, he seems to be a little restless.
Seeing Yelu Dilie's enthusiastic performance in actively applying for a job, Yelujing hesitated for a moment and said, "Since you are determined to make contributions, I will give you a chance!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Hearing this, Yelu Dilie was immediately overjoyed and eager to try.
"Don't be too happy too soon!" Yelujing said seriously: "There are a few points you need to remember. First, this trip south is to contain the temptation. Do not fight to the death with the Han army. Second, you have no experience of leading an army alone. I will send my senior generals to assist you, and you should listen to their opinions. Third, the Han army is not a weak force, and the Han generals are not mediocre, and you must not underestimate the enemy!"
"Yes! I understand!" Faced with the emperor's earnest teachings and instructions, Yelv Dilie thought for a moment and agreed quickly.
Looking at Yelu Dilie again, Yelujing thought for a while and continued to give instructions: "Aren't there many Nanzhu tribes in Yunshuo and Shuo states who are dissatisfied with the Southern Dynasty? Then recruit 5,000 soldiers and mobilize 3,000 state troops to give them together. Commander Basok Jin goes south!”
Yelujing said to the excited Yelu Dilie: "I will secure the leather room again and Yelusha will lead 2,000 leather soldiers to accompany you south to assist you. You must cooperate well with him!"
"yes!"
In this way, Yelujing gave Yelu Dilie 10,000 troops, especially the mobilization of 2,000 Pishi troops, which showed that he attached great importance to this operation. The Liao Kingdom's Pishi Army was similar in nature to the Han Dynasty's Forbidden Army, and was more reliable than the Central Plains Forbidden Army. The use of the Pishi Army also reflected from the side. At this time, Yelujing had made the final decision on the relationship between Han and Liao.
Of course, the two thousand Pishi troops, in addition to giving Yelu Dilie a clue, may not have no intention of monitoring him. Yelujing actually had some headaches regarding these clan members. There were powerful enemies in the south, and he was unwilling to continue internal rebellions, but there were always people who would emerge to challenge his throne and authority.
Towards other people, he is tougher and crueler, but towards his brothers, he still hopes to be brothers.
Yelu dilie took the order and retired excitedly to prepare for the expedition. In the big tent, Yelu Wuzhi stood up and said with a slight hesitation: "Your Majesty, King Anping is too young after all. Let him lead an army alone, right..."
Yelvwu didn't speak clearly when he asked, and he seemed to want to show off later, but his hesitant attitude was clearly expressed. Hearing this, Yelujing raised his hand and said: "When I was twenty years old, I already led the army to join the expedition. I don't care about success or failure when Basu Jin goes south this time. If the young eagle wants to spread its wings and fly, it should be released. Go through the trials and tribulations of wind and rain!”
The Emperor of Liao had already said so, and it was not advisable for Yelu House to give any more advice, otherwise he would be suspected of alienating the royal family, and if the news reached the ears of Yelu Dilie, it would also be troublesome.
After saying that, Yelujing looked at Xiao Husi: "Privy Privy Bei, here in Hedong, I'm going to let Basu Jin make a big fuss. Next, in Youzhou, it depends on your methods! I will increase the number of elite troops by 5,000. Secret hair Juyongguan, cooperate with you!"
"I must go all out!" Xiao Husi said solemnly.
"Okay!" Yelujing smiled and said, "I will stay in the clouds and wait for your good news!"
After making arrangements, Yelujing turned to show an unusually solemn expression and said: "Whether Youzhou's plan is successful or not, when war breaks out, the Han Dynasty will definitely react violently. The changes in the current situation may not be in accordance with ours. But gentlemen, starting from tonight, Daliao will begin to prepare for war and prepare for a full-scale war against the Han!"
"Yes!" The emperor was so serious, and of course several ministers responded solemnly.
After talking about important military and political issues, Yelujing couldn't help but stretch his body and said to several ministers: "Today is hunting, drinking, and discussing for so long. I am tired, so please leave!"
"Your Majesty, please leave!" Seeing that Yelu Jing seemed to want to sleep, Yelu Wuzhi and others also retreated in a wise manner.
For them, the purpose of tonight's palace meeting has been achieved. The emperor's attitude shows that the next step of the country's strategy has been determined, which is also very important for the entire Liao Dynasty.
In fact, this meeting between the kings and ministers of the Liao Kingdom was of great significance. It was a turning point in the relationship between the two countries. It represented a change in the strategic policy of the Liao towards the Han, the end of the peace between the Han and the Liao, and the two powerful empires in East Asia. The beginning of the collision. It is even related to the order of East Asia in the next decades or hundreds of years, and even affects the development process of the entire world...
If you look at it from the surface, it is just because Xiao Husi went on a mission to Kaifeng and suddenly changed after returning to the north.
That night, Yelujing had a rare insomnia. He thought about many things.
There are thoughts about Yan's plan, whether it can be successful, whether Zhao Siwan is trustworthy, and what if Yan Jun has an early warning? If successful, what would be the reaction of the Han Dynasty, and where would their counterattack come from? If it fails, how will the conflict between Liao and Han end, or will it directly enter the stage of all-out war? Is Daliao really ready? Will the tribes and people support it?
The Han-Liao War, the future of the Khitan, a series of questions repeatedly entangled in Yelujing's mind...
