Xiaoxue's army went on the Northern Expedition, and it was not until the Laba Festival that all the Chinese troops entered Ruzhou. A large amount of supplies are still on the way, coming northward along the Baihe River and then to Fangcheng and Ye County. There was an endless stream of motorcades on the road, which opened the eyes of the people.
Wang Xiaolie's headquarters is located in Wentang, west of Ruzhou, between Ruzhou and Yique Town, close to the front line. When Zhai Xing received the news of Wang Xiaolie's arrival, he hurriedly brought a few of his confidants over to discuss the war together.
Standing in the yard, Wang Xiaolie looked at the falling snowflakes and said to Wang Ruohai: "The weather has been good this year, and there will be several heavy snowfalls in winter. It will be a good year next year."
Wang Ruohai said: "After Jieshuai arrived in Xiangyang, there were no floods and droughts, and there was plenty of food. It was a rare day."
"Yes, it's a rare good day. I have actually accumulated some food in the past few years, just in time for the northern expedition." Wang Xiaolie stretched out his hand, caught a falling snowflake, and held it in his hand to watch. "We have crossed Funiu Mountain and arrived at Luoyang City from Nanyang. It is difficult for us to go back."
Wang Ruohai said nothing and looked at the falling snowflakes quietly. After a while, he said: "Yes, since the army has come out, it must make a show. Otherwise, how can we explain it to our fellow villagers?"
Li Yanxian turned around from behind, saw Wang Xiaolie and Wang Ruohai, and said, "Commander, Councilor, it's snowing so hard, why don't you go inside to warm yourself by the fire?"
Wang Xiaolie said: "With the snowy scenery now, wouldn't it be a pity not to appreciate it?"
While several people were talking, a soldier came in hurriedly. He crossed his hands and said, "Jie Shuai, Zhai Zhenfu is here!"
Wang Xiaolie said: "Okay, let's go out to greet him!"
In the heavy snow, several horses galloped from outside the town. When they saw Wang Xiaolie and several others coming, they suddenly stopped.
Zhai Xing crossed his arms on his horse and said, "How dare you welcome the commander-in-chief personally? I'll wait for you!"
As he spoke, he turned over and dismounted, and moved forward to greet Wang Xiaolie.
After saying a few words, the snow became heavier and heavier. Wang Xiaolie said: "It's cold outside, so we'd better go inside and warm ourselves by the fire."
Zhai Xing hurriedly said yes. He handed the horse to the soldiers and entered the yard with Wang Xiaolie.
Several people arrived in the hall, and the guests and hosts took their seats. Wang Xiaolie ordered his soldiers to serve wine and meat.
When the food and wine were served, Wang Xiaolie felt a little bored and ordered the door to be opened.
Looking at the fluttering snowflakes outside, Wang Xiaolie said to Zhai Xing: "Today we enjoy the heavy snow and have a drink. Look at the snow, it won't be convenient for you to go back tomorrow, so just stay here for a few days."
Zhai Xing said: "I have nearly ten thousand troops stationed in Yique City. I am really worried and dare not stay any longer."
Wang Xiaolie said: "The army has its own generals, so why bother to worry about them? Let's settle down and have some rest. Let's take this opportunity to discuss the situation around Luoyang and how to fight this battle."
Zhai Xing couldn't help but refuse, so he had to thank him.
A fire burned in the middle of the hall, making the room warm. Several people gathered around the fire, drinking wine, eating meat, and discussing the recent situation around Luoyang. Drink big bowls of wine and eat big chunks of meat, which is really hearty.
After drinking a few bowls of wine, Zhai Xing said: "Jie Shuai's army has arrived in Ruzhou, what should we do next?"
Wang Xiaolie said: "Then it depends on Zhai Zhenfu. If you can capture Luoyang, I will capture Zhengzhou. If Liu Yu comes to reinforce, I will stop them in Zhengzhou. If the Jin army from Shaanxi comes to reinforce, I will have an army After leaving Xin'an, an army occupied Guozhou and blocked the Jin army in the mountains near Mianchi. If everything goes well, the reinforcements will be annihilated near Mianchi."
Zhai Xing nodded: "Jie Shuai has considered everything carefully. But, if so, what will Ji Shuai gain from this war?"
Wang Xiaolie said: "We have obtained the road to Hedong through Luoyang. The Sanhe area is located in the world, and if we get it, it will shake the world. Zhenfu occupied Henan Prefecture, and I will occupy Hedong County Jie, Jiangliangzhou and Hezhong Prefecture, and advance Hanoi."
Zhai Xing nodded, suddenly enlightened. If Zhai Xing firmly captures Luoyang, the road to Hedong and Shaanxi will be opened. Wang Xiaolie's army will not compete with him for Luoyang City, but it can expand outward.
The three counties of Hedong, Henan and Hanoi are called Sanhe and are the core places in China. Henan County naturally refers to the Luoyang area, Hedong refers to the south of the current Hedong Road, Hezhongfu, Jie, Jiang, and Jinzhou, and Hanoi refers to the Huaizhou and Xiangzhou areas. These three counties were the ancient Central Plains, once the most prosperous place in the world. After getting here, we can open up the Hedong Road to the north, advance to Kaifeng Prefecture to the east, and threaten the Shaanxi Road to the west. Wang Xiaolie didn't want to compete with Zhai Xing for Luoyang, but with Luoyang, the road to other places was opened.
With his doubts dispelled, Zhai Xing became obviously active. Said: "Now we have six thousand troops stationed in Yique City, and Meng Bangxiong is guarding Longmen. Dong Xian's three thousand troops are approaching Shouan, and they can attack Luoyang eastward at any time. Meng Bangxiong is weak on the left and right, and he cannot defend it no matter what."
Wang Xiaolie said: "Soldiers are treacherous. You must be cautious in everything and avoid carelessness. Since the Jingkang period, Meng Bangxiong has occupied Luoyang for several years, and his power cannot be underestimated. Longmen is flanked by two mountains. It is a dangerous place and the town cannot be underestimated. Be careful!"
Zhai Xing said: "Meng Bangxiong is just a country tycoon who is just taking advantage of the chaos. What is his ability? He only has ten thousand soldiers. Most of them are idlers in the market, greedy and cowardly people who are afraid of death! As long as the Commander-in-Chief can stop Liu Yu's reinforcements, I will Taking the head of Meng Xiong is just a piece of cake!"
Seeing Zhai Xing's heroic spirit, Wang Xiaolian said: "Zhenfu is full of courage, and naturally he cannot be compared to men like Meng Bangxiong. However, 20,000 troops are fighting in Longmen. The place is small, so we still have to be careful of accidents."
Zhai Xing laughed and said, "Don't worry, Commander Jie, there will be no surprises when we march north to Luoyang!"
Wang Xiaolie can't say anything anymore. He raised the bowl and said: "In this case, I wish you success in calming the horse!"
The two drank, put down their bowls, and talked about the surrounding situation.
Zhai Xing said: "There are only three directions that can rescue Luoyang. Liu Yu in the east, whose capital is Daming Mansion. I heard that his son Liu Lin established the Prince's Mansion with a hundred thousand troops. However, he also has to guard against Lianghuai and can spare 50,000 It's great for people to come to Luoyang. In the north, Wanyan Yinshu is good, and there are 10,000 troops in Taiyuan. Ten thousand people guard the Hedong Road, which is simply not enough troops. No matter how chaotic Luoyang is, Taiyuan will not be able to go south. In the west, Shaanxi is now the fourth kingdom of the Jin Dynasty. Prince Wushu is the commander, and he has about 50,000 to 60,000 Jin troops. They confront Privy Council Zhang's army, and they can send at most 10,000 to 20,000 people east to Luoyang, which is considered very good. The only things that Commander Ji needs to guard against are the east and west directions. . You occupied Lushi County early and cut off the retreat of Shaanxi reinforcements at any time, and you have the upper hand. I estimate that the real battle will be with Liu Yu’s reinforcements in the east."
Wang Xiaolie nodded: "Zhenfu is right. However, the reinforcements from Shaanxi should not be underestimated."
What Wang Xiaolie was worried about was never Liu Yu, but Shaanxi. There's just no need to argue with Zhai Xing.
