Starting from Ruicheng, passing through Yongle Town and Bihe Town, Wang Xiaolie and the others arrived at Hezhong Mansion.
This road passes through the great bend of the Yellow River. The river is gentle and has many ferries. It is a traditional strategic location. For example, Fenglingdu and Pubanjin are the main roads connecting Hedong and Shaanxi. However, since the floating bridge was built at Urasakazu, the center of this area became Kawachufu.
Wang Xiaolie occupied Hezhong Prefecture for a short period of time and did not set up a prefect. Shao Xing, the commander of the Zuojun capital, served concurrently.
Upon hearing the arrival of Wang Xiaolie and others, Shao Xing led a group of officials to wait outside the city early. It wasn't until noon that Wang Xiaolie and others appeared in sight.
With a group of officials saluting, Shao Xing took Wang Xiaolie into Hezhong Fucheng. After a short rest in the government office, a banquet was held at the Stork Tower to welcome the wind.
On the third floor, Wang Xiaolie stood by the barrier and watched the Yellow River flowing slowly not far away, taking in a panoramic view of the surrounding scenery. Wang Ruohai said to Wang Ruohai beside him: "If you want to see a thousand miles away, go up to the same floor. This Stork Tower has been famous for thousands of years because of Wang Zhihuan's poem. Some people even think that it is one of the four famous buildings in the world." "
Wang Ruohai just said yes, a little confused.
During the Song Dynasty, the reputation of Guanque Tower was not as great as it would be in later generations. "Three Hundred Tang Poems" has not yet been compiled, and "Climbing the Stork Tower" is far from being a poem that everyone in future generations will want to recite. There is no such thing as the "Four Famous Buildings" in this era. Wang Ruohai didn't know where to pick up Wang Xiaolie's words. It's just that Wang Xiaolie's status is high enough now that no one will question him.
Of course Wang Ruohai knew about "Climbing the Stork Tower", but he had never heard of it being one of the four most famous buildings in the world.
After looking at the scenery for a while, Wang Xiaolie and others took their seats.
Shao Xing said: "When Xuanfu came, all the soldiers in Hezhong Prefecture were delighted! This year in Xijing, the Jin people suffered a setback, and the situation in Shaanxi is completely different."
Wang Xiaolie said: "Wu Shu has withdrawn to the north. Now the enemies in Shaanxi, except for Sa Lihe, who has less than ten thousand people, are the puppet Qi soldiers and horses. Hezhong Prefecture is an important place, the gateway of Qin and Jin Dynasty, so we must not be careless."
Shao Xing said yes.
Wang Xiaolie said: "The pontoon bridge on the Yellow River has been burned down, but when I looked out just now, there were still ferries on the river. Who is guarding Tongzhou now?"
Shao Xing said: "Before Wu Shu withdrew, he ordered Zhang Zhongfu to be the envoy of Yongxing Military Route Manager and pacifier, and also to know the Jingzhao Mansion. The person who knew Tongzhou was his general Zhao Bin."
Wang Xiao lied and said with a smile: "Zhao Bin was a scholar and was a disciple of Qu Duan, and now he has become a general. These puppet troops in Shaanxi used to rely on the power of the Jin people and were not easy to deal with. Now Sa Lihe is in Jingyuan There are almost no Jin people on the Yongxing Military Road, so it’s not that difficult to deal with.”
Shao Xing said: "This Zhao Bin is different from others, he is cunning, and he especially hates us Song people after joining the Jin people. After coming to Tongzhou, many people along the river were moved away and signed as soldiers. This month, there is no peace. "
Wang Xiaolie couldn't help but frown after hearing this. Said: "When Zhang Zhongfu arrived at Jingzhao Mansion, he was quite respectful and did not take any hostile actions against us. Why is Zhao Bin so ignorant? How many more years can the Jin man stay in Shaanxi? Doesn't he think about his future?"
Shao Xing said: "Perhaps he thinks that we just won by chance in Shaanzhou?"
Wang Xiaolie nodded. After thinking for a while, he said: "In that case, let's shoot the first bird and deal with him! Most of the puppet generals on Shaanxi Road now are watching the situation. Since Zhao Bin is determined to follow If the imperial court is against him, then he will not be tolerated! If Zhao Bin is dealt with, the others will be much more honest."
Shao Xing's eyes lit up: "What does Xuanfu mean, is he asking me to cross the river and attack Tongzhou?"
Wang Xiaolie said: "How many troops does Zhao Bin have in Tongzhou?"
Shao Xing said: "According to the spies' report, there should be more than two thousand people. But Tongzhou is not far from Yanzhou and Jingzhao Mansion. I'm afraid they will send troops to help."
Wang Xiaolie said: "You have ten thousand soldiers in Hezhong Mansion. How many people do Zhang Zhongfu plan to send? I will stay here for a few more days and deal with Zhao Bin before leaving! The scope of this battle is east of Luoshui. Take it all north of the Wei River and south of Liangshan!"
Shao Xing couldn't help but rub his hands after hearing this. Said: "When Xuanfu gives an order, a humble official will naturally obey it!"
Wang Xiaolie said to Wang Ruohai: "The Jin army used puppet troops to guard eastern Shaanxi. Without a battle, it will be difficult to set the rules. Kill Zhao Bin and set an example for other surrendered generals in Shaanxi! Let them know that I If we don’t occupy Shaanxi, we just don’t want to now, it’s not like they can fight!”
Wang Ruohai nodded and said: "Xuan Fu is right. In recent years, the Jin army has been all over the world and has few opponents. Even these surrendered generals feel that they are wise and powerful, and they are some great people. If they want to attack Tongzhou, then We have to do it cleanly and let others see the consequences of being our opponents!"
Wang Xiaolie nodded. He said: "Let's do this. Starting from tomorrow, we will set up a headquarters in Hezhong Fuya. Shao Dutong will make up for the manpower we lack and formulate a battle plan first. Okay, it's getting late, let's eat."
Shao Xing was very excited when he heard that he was going to attack Tongzhou and hurriedly ordered his soldiers to serve wine.
Looking at the Yellow River carp placed in the middle, Wang Xiaolie said to Wang Ruohai: "Walking along the Yellow River, there must be Yellow River carp every time. No matter how rare it is in the world, I can't bear to eat it every day. But in various places, If you don’t catch this carp, it’s not hospitality.”
Wang Ruohai said: "What can be done? It's like this everywhere in the world. Fortunately, this carp is indeed delicious, and it is not comparable to other places."
Wang Yan said: "The carp in the Yellow River is indeed rare in the world, and there is no such good thing anywhere else. Not far from here, Hejin County was originally called Longmen. It is said that carp leaping over the Dragon Gate will turn into a dragon. Of course, the owner will use such a good thing to entertain guests. "
Wang Xiaolie said: "That makes sense. It's just that I'm a little tired of eating this carp every day."
In the Song Dynasty, fish was a vegetable, not considered meat food, and monks could also enjoy it. It is regarded as a way for vegetarian monks to supplement their meat diet.
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At this time, although the name of Guanque Tower is not as well-known as it was in later generations, it is still a major attraction in Hezhong Prefecture. After Wang Xiaolie occupied this place, Qingfeng Xu Lai, a high-end restaurant owned by Xuanfu Division, came here to change it into a high-end restaurant. It is currently being renovated and will open soon.
Industries such as restaurants may seem profitable, but in fact, among the industries under the control of Xuanfu Division, they are not considered to be able to bring in a lot of money. Wang Xiaolie insisted that Xuanfu Division had always had several chain stores, and the main purpose was not to make money, but to use these restaurants to promote local development.
No matter it is high-end, mid-range or low-end, when you go to a place, you will know that it is owned by the government as soon as you see the name, and you will know the level of consumption and service level. It's like a chain store in later generations, just establishing a few such brands.
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