"Hahaha, the Puppet Wei has spent a lot of time this time. The hundreds of thousands of troops have not achieved any results, and they just went back in such a dejected manner. It really makes people laugh." Liao Hua, Zhuge Liang's public house in the Prime Minister's Mansion in Chengdu, said sarcastically smiled.
How could the Han Dynasty not pay full attention to the war between Wei and Wu? I just didn't expect it to end in this way. You know, the two sides combined have hundreds of thousands of troops.
In fact, there was not much chance that the Wei State could defeat Wu in one battle this time, but the battle ended without a fight, which had to be surprising, and even Zhuge Liang was slightly surprised.
After the alliance between Han and Wu was reestablished, Zhuge Liang often exchanged letters with Sun Quan, the leader of Wu, and Lu Xun, an important minister. Sun Quan had previously sent a letter to inform Soochow of Soochow's strategy to deal with Wei's invasion. Although the letter also contained a hint of hope in case of emergency. Ji Han meant to help, but from the whole letter it seemed that Sun Quan was still confident.
"I didn't expect Xu Sheng to have such a plan. There are many talented people in Wu State." Ma Di sighed as he looked at the plan to suspect the city reported in the love document.
Zhuge Liang said: "Xu Wenxiang has courage and strategy, and he is actually a tiger general in Soochow. I already knew his talent when I was in Jiangdong in the past, but at that time he was mostly known for his bravery. I didn't expect that he would grow up to be like this today." The situation is somewhat unexpected, which shows that people must be eager to learn and strive for progress."
These words indeed meant guidance. Ma Di quickly stood up and bowed: "I would like to be taught." Zhuge Liang nodded with a smile. He had high hopes for Ma Di and knew that being complacent based on one's talents is not the way to a long-term victory. Xu Sheng's achievements taught him some lessons.
"It's a pity that these two families have never fought. Even if I, a big man, can't benefit from it, it would be great to consume the strength of these two families." Zhang Yi sighed as Ma Su stepped forward.
Ma Su persuaded: "Young sir, don't sigh. Our country is weak now. Even if we have the opportunity, I'm afraid I won't be able to do anything about it."
"Oh, what a pity." Zhang Yi smiled bitterly and shook his head.
Zhuge Liang walked to the window while shaking his feather fan. Looking at the dead leaves scattered in the courtyard, he couldn't help but sigh in his heart.
If the war between Wei and Wu lasts for a long time or one side is defeated, he will still mobilize troops and horses to go north to Guanlong, even if the national strength is not fully restored, the south is not completely pacified, and the armored soldiers are not fully trained.
After the defeats in the battles of Jingzhou and Yiling, the Longzhong campaign he originally planned for the late emperor has gone bankrupt. Now that Ji Han has made peace with Soochow, Jingzhou no longer exists, and the invasion of troops from Wan and Luo has been a failure. To restore the Han Dynasty, we had to take over Guanzhong and Longyou.
"What a pity." Zhuge Liang sighed secretly again.
"It's okay." On second thought, he got rid of the slightest trace of annoyance.
It turned out that Zhuge Liang thought of Yang Qing's report from Yueqi a few days ago, and his slightly regretful mood suddenly became smoother. Not only had Yueqi been recovered, but the rebels outside Buwei City had also been repulsed, and the situation in Nanzhong It can be said that it is getting better and better, and the imperial army will be able to go south to quell the rebellion in the spring of next year.
Thinking of the counter-rebellion, his mood became even better. This year, with the power of the plow and the turning cart provided by Yang Qing, as well as the good weather, all the counties and counties of the Han Dynasty were basically prosperous and full of wealth. There is finally some accumulation in the national granary.
Not only is farming improving, but the merchant industry is also booming. Since Zhuge Liang personally took the lead in planting mulberry and weaving brocade last year, planting mulberry has become popular in Chengdu and even Sanshu. Nowadays, not only the looms in the official Jinguan City are making noise every day, but also looms are set up in many people's homes.
Shu brocade is exquisite in craftsmanship and elegant in color. It is not only loved by the nobles of Wei and Wu, but has also been exported to Qiang and Hu in the north and even to countries in the Western Regions, greatly increasing the national treasury.
The military affairs that Zhuge Liang is most concerned about have also gradually improved this year. Since last year, more than 20,000 soldiers have been re-recruited in the capital. For the future great cause, he often goes to the camp in person to conduct military exercises and train sergeants. This year has already Quite a fighting force.
Zhuge Liang has high hopes for this group of soldiers. Next year, he plans to lead these soldiers south to suppress the rebellion and temper their combat power with the flames of war. Of course, for the future Northern Expedition, the imperial court must expand its army. If it wants to go north to Guanluo to compete with Cao Wei, it must train tens of thousands of field troops.
It's just that this needs to be planned slowly and based on national strength. After all, the Han Dynasty only has Yizhou left. It would be unsightly to forcefully expand the army and deplete the country's civilian power. Of course, the speed is still easy for Zhuge Liang, a super prime minister, to master. All he needs now is time.
Thinking of this festival, Zhuge Liang, who had always been calm, calm and cautious, actually looked forward to next year coming soon.
"Next year, after the civil strife is quelled, we can focus on the north." Zhuge Liang clenched the handle of the fan and thought a little excitedly.
The fallen leaves fluttering in the wind in the exquisite and elegant courtyard make the entire Xiahou Mansion look somewhat desolate. The season has entered winter, but Xia Houyue inside the house did not feel the coldness at all, because her heart was extremely warm at the moment.
Gently reading the letter from Yang Qing she had received recently, Xia Houyue's lips couldn't help but turn up slightly. Although most of the letters were about Yue Xi's current situation, there were always greetings and concerns in them. She no longer knew how to read them. How many times.
The two have been apart for nearly a year since Yang Qing went to Yue Xi to take up his post. Although the time is long, the situation in Yue Xi has undergone earth-shaking changes. Even if Xia Houyue can only think about it through letters, she can't help but feel sorry for Yang Qing. Feel excited and happy.
Then I thought about how Yang Qing was able to accomplish such a great feat under such a difficult situation, and I felt even more captivated, wishing I could live there and experience the feat together.
This thought came to mind not only because this woman was naturally charming and resolute, but also because she had developed a deep love for Yang Qing at some point.
"I'm a little envious of that little girl Mulan." Xia Houyue put the letter away and murmured with a smile.
She took a sip of tea, moistened her throat, and walked slowly to the window, thinking about how to reply to the letter. In the letter, Yang Qing also vaguely asked about the current situation of undercover Cao Wei's school affairs. Although the Youwei Mansion assisted in this matter, there has been no progress recently.
In fact, Xia Houyue also knew that the biggest reason why Wang Pu tempted her to become Cao Wei's expert was that she had a close relationship with Yang Qing, in an attempt to obtain important information from the Han Dynasty.
However, now that Yang Qingyuan is in Yueyuan, Wang Pu and others naturally know that Xia Houyue cannot obtain information from him at present. Therefore, Wang Pu and others have regarded Xia Houyue's line as an important idle chess piece, and they will not make it easy until the critical moment. start up.
In fact, although the progress is not great, Wei Min and Han Chong are not easy people. They have already found some clues from Wang Pu, and the scope of targeting Qingque has been reduced a lot, but Han Chong did not inform them. Just give it to Xia Houyue.
"I'm just asking, what am I struggling with here? It's not a problem." Xia Houyue shook his head and smiled.
Her thoughts just got distracted, and then an idea came to her mind, and she immediately returned to her desk and started studying ink.
