Yuanqu is located on the edge of the Yellow River, opposite Mianchi County. The flow of the Yellow River here is gentle, and it also serves as the north-south highway and is an important ferry. The nearby Zhongtiao Mountain was an important copper mine in ancient China, and money guards were set up here in the past dynasties. In the eighth year of Xining's reign, Yuanqu Qianjian was established, which was abolished after Zhezong came to the throne. Although the money supervisor was abolished, the copper was still there, and Xiaoyuanqu County was particularly prosperous.
At this time, a large number of troops were stationed in various valleys around the county. Each department has different banners, the most common one is Taihang Zhongyi Society.
In the county government office, several leaders gathered around the official hall, listening to Xue Cheng, who was standing in the middle, read the newly arrived official documents from Guozhou.
Upon hearing that Wei Yang led the army to occupy Jingzhao Mansion, the rebel leaders looked at each other in disbelief. Where is Jingzhao Mansion? That is the center of Guanzhong. If we occupy it, the victory of the Song Army will be of great significance.
Putting down the official document, Xue Cheng said: "Everyone has heard it. With a great victory on the Western Front, Wei Tongzhi led the army into Jingzhao Mansion. With this victory, not only the Jin Army in Shaanxi could not sleep, but even the Jin Emperor in Huanglong Mansion was afraid that I can't sleep anymore. The Western Front is victorious, now it's our turn on the Eastern Front. Wu Shu defeated Yanxi Town and marched to Mianchi City. I've called you all to discuss how to help Shao Yun defend the city. Mianchi can be defended for one more day, and the Western Front The Wei ruler can stay in Guanzhong for one more day. Qinchuan, which is 800 miles away, has been rich since ancient times. If you stay for one more day, there will be many benefits."
Li Songchen said: "Wushu did not lead an army of servants when he attacked Mianchi this time. He only had his own army of less than 20,000 people. Shao Yun had more than 10,000 soldiers in Shaanzhou, plus 3,000 people under his command, plus the number of our rebels. Ten thousand people can fight one by one, so why be afraid of the Jin Army!"
The leaders of the rebel armies all said yes and were gearing up.
Xue Cheng smiled and said: "Before sending troops this time, the governor specifically ordered me to try to avoid direct confrontation with the Jin army, but to attack its food routes and small groups of troops leaving the army. Although our troops are superior, this principle cannot Change."
After hearing this, many rebel leaders were dissatisfied and made noise among their subordinates. There were only three thousand troops in the west, and they occupied Jingzhao Mansion and made great achievements. I have tens of thousands of troops here, but I still want to win a big victory.
Xue Cheng smiled and listened quietly to everyone's opinions. It's just that he has a very strict tone and won't let go.
A young man of about twenty years old stood up and said loudly: "Commanders, leaders, we are cooperating with Commander Xue in planning this war. All we need to do is obey Commander Xue's orders! The rebels are all guarding the strongholds and are used to being lax. It's not easy." If you can fight with the imperial army, you must not leave it to yourself!"
Xue Cheng's eyes lit up. The speaker was Liang Xing, one of the leaders of the Taihang Zhongyi Society. He was originally from Zezhou and came from a peasant family. After the Jin army occupied Hedong, he started to fight against the Jin army. Because of his clear mind and polite manners, he soon became the leader of the Taihang Rebel Army.
Seeing everyone, he stopped talking. Xue Chengdao: "The governor asked me to give you a message. Now that the Jin army is in full swing and our dynasty has suffered successive defeats, it is a time when the enemy is strong and we are weak. At this time, our dynasty should guard the place, counterattack in time, and consume gold. The strength of the army. During this period, be careful not to get too hot-headed and think only about making great achievements and decisively fighting the Jin Army. Otherwise, the Jin Army will seize the opportunity and eliminate our organic forces——"
"In this case, why did the Wei ruler on the Western Front enter Jingzhao Mansion?" Hu Qing, a leader asked.
Xue Chengdao: "Because in addition to guarding the place, there is also a timely counterattack. What is the timely situation? Just like this time when the western front entered Guanzhong. Wushu was blocked to the east of Mianchi, and Yinliduo was with Privy Zhang in the Fengxiang Mansion area. The army was fighting, Wanyan's live daughter was far away in Yuanzhou, and Guanzhong was empty. After Fuping's defeat, morale was low, and a big victory was needed to boost the morale of the army and the people. Therefore, the governor decided to attack the weak points of the Jin army."
The leaders of Gu Yi couldn't help but nod after hearing this. Before becoming rebels, most of these people were children of farmers and had limited knowledge. This is caused by their living environment and there is no way around it. Although most of them are quick-minded, they are trapped behind enemy lines and their horizons are indeed not broad enough. But although these people have limited knowledge, they are not simple-minded people. What Xue Cheng said makes sense, and everyone naturally understands.
Xue Cheng added: "In this period, it is very difficult for you rebels who stick to the enemy's rear. You are surrounded by enemy troops and are often surrounded and suppressed. It is difficult for the army to develop and grow, and life is difficult. However, you are very important. It is because of you The existence of the Jin Army can attract a large number of Jin troops, making it impossible for the Jin Army to fully utilize the local potential. For you, two things are very important to survive. One is how many Jin troops are encircling and suppressing, and the other is the best supporting force behind it. The governor told me that if you need it, Dengzhou can give you the necessary support."
Li Songchen asked: "What support?"
Xue Chengdao: "The first is money and food. Most of you are fortified in the mountains, and money and food are very difficult. If necessary, Dengzhou can support some of you. The other one is that when necessary, Dengzhou can send troops to cooperate with you to break the Jin army's encirclement and suppression. Of course, there are also There are other aspects. For example, some non-combat personnel targeted by the Jin Army can move south to Dengzhou. The training of personnel can be placed in Dengzhou. Even the contact with the cottages, Dengzhou can also help."
Li Songchen nodded. He whispered: "The most important thing is money and food. In recent years, many villagers have been hungry and have a hard time."
Xue Chengdao: "No problem. I think Huizi from Xiangyang is common in Luoyang. This time when I came north, I brought some Huizi for you to use. With money in hand, many things will be easier to do."
Liang Xing suddenly said: "There used to be a money supervisor here in Yuanqu. If it is convenient, we can mint money ourselves. But for a while, there are no workers to mint money. If it is convenient to control the place, we can send some workers to us."
Xue Chengdao: "That would be too troublesome. Besides, there are no money minting workers in Dengzhou. How about this? If you receive the copper, you can exchange it with us for guilds. We have copper as capital, so we can print more guilds. Get the best of both worlds.”
Liang Xing turned around and discussed with several leaders in a low voice. After a while, he nodded happily.
At this time, Huizi in Xiangyang still printed according to the number of copper coins in their hands. With more capital, Huizi would naturally print more coins. In addition, banks have an amplifying effect on currency. In the same case of Yinhuizi, the effect in Xiangyang is several times more effective than that in other places. During this year, the society in Xiangyang was enlarged by the banks. There was much more money in the society and the economy became prosperous.
Seeing everyone slowly relaxing, the atmosphere became much warmer. Xue Chengdao: "In short, with Taihang Mountain as the center, the rebels in Hedong and Hebei play an extremely important role. Zhenfu means that I hope you will persist in fighting behind enemy lines and cooperate with Shaanzhou, Dengzhou and Luoyang. Shaanzhou and Luoyang will not go He said that Dengzhou will definitely provide help. In addition to passing through Shaanzhou, people will be sent to contact Ding Jin's headquarters in a few days to try to open a line through Yanshi and Mengzhou. With these two lines, it will be convenient to support you. .”
After hearing this, all the leaders became happy. In the past two years, contact with the court has been cut off, and everyone's life has been really difficult. Once there is firm support behind it, the situation is completely different.
Due to the small population, the Jin army's management of the occupied areas was very rough. Except for strategic locations, most places just entrust local tycoons with official positions. To the south of Yanmen Pass on Hedong Road, Wanyan Yinshu was the only one with less than 10,000 soldiers and horses. How could he manage it? As long as these rebels don't do anything that particularly attracts Jin Bing's attention, they have a lot of room for action.
