Seven years of martial virtue.
The surrounding scene changed rapidly, and Li Hongyun's perspective first appeared in the sky.
In the northern frontier, the Turks are ready to move again.
After the Liang Dynasty initially pacified the country, the Turks changed their strategy of supporting separatist forces and continuing to create divisions in the Central Plains, and instead ended up directly.
Starting from the fifth year of Wude, Jieli Khan led more than 100,000 cavalry to the south to plunder.
In Li Hongyun's view, there is not much difference between such border troubles and the Jin invasion faced by the Qi Dynasty. In terms of military strength and national power, the Turks who were at their peak at this time were not the same as the Jin people during the Jingping Revolution. Apart from being inferior in metal smelting, weapons and armor forging, their combat power is equally powerful.
But every time people think of the Liang Dynasty, they never think that the Turks are a powerful opponent.
Even though this is a huge force that "controls millions of strings".
Li Hongyun looked down from a high altitude and had a panoramic view of the land east of the river.
However, this time, the Turks did not continue to go to the east of Hedong to fight against Taiyuan as before. Instead, they directly took a detour to Guanzhong and drove all the way straight to Bin (bin1) city!
This situation is very similar to the Jingping Incident in the Qi Dynasty.
The Turks are a mobile force with all cavalry, and they have superior strength. They can bypass the strong city and directly reach the key areas of the Liang Dynasty.
Apparently, Jieli Khan decided to change his mind this time after failing to gain any advantage in his previous two invasions of Hedong, and wanted to directly attack the city of Chang'an.
The camera quickly zoomed towards Chang'an City in the south, and at the same time, the altitude continued to decrease.
The magnificent Chang'an City is already in sight.
It's just that at this time, there was continuous heavy rain falling over Chang'an City. Sometimes there were torrential rains, lightning and thunder, and sometimes it was pattering and the rain was like numb feet.
This kind of rain will continue for a long time.
The camera continued to pull down and soon came to the Liang Dynasty Palace.
Liang Gaozu was sitting on the throne, with several ministers below him.
The prince, the four sons of Liang Gaozu, King Qi, Pei Ji, Xiao Yu, Yu Wenshi and others all gathered together.
Among them, Pei Ji, Xiao Yu, Yu Wenshi, etc. were all important officials in the court, and they played a crucial decisive role in the Liang Dynasty's major policies at this time.
Not to mention the Crown Prince and King Qi, their opinions carry more weight.
Liang Gaozu listened to the patter of rain outside the main hall, and the irritability on his face was clearly revealed.
“The Turks have already reached Binzhou!
"You know these barbarians and traitors don't keep their word! Our government just concluded a peace treaty with them in November last year, and set up additional farmland in Bingzhou. However, only a few months later, they turned to Guanzhong instead. Calling again!
"Chang'an is in imminent danger. Do you have any good ideas?"
Binzhou is an ancient place name, located in the upper reaches of Jinghe River. This place is only more than 200 miles away from Chang'an City. It can be regarded as the northern gateway of Chang'an and can be reached directly along the Jinghe River Valley.
Obviously, after finding that there was nothing he could do about the fortified city of Taiyuan, Jieli Khan planned to lead the Turks to do something big: attack directly under the city of Chang'an and rob the most prosperous capital of the Liang Dynasty.
Seeing that no one spoke, Xiao Yu hesitated for a moment, and then said: "The Turks are powerful, so we can send King Qin to fight back the enemy."
As an important minister and counselor, Xiao Yu felt a little blushing when he said such words.
Yes, besides letting King Qin fight, what else can we do?
Since the Turks began to invade many times in the fifth year of Wude, which time did the Turks not retreat after receiving the news after King Qin sent troops?
However, Liang Gaozu was noncommittal and did not adopt Xiao Yu's suggestion immediately.
Why doesn't he know that King Qin is useful?
However, at this time, the conflict between King Qin and the prince had intensified, and even he, the emperor, could clearly feel the threat from King Qin.
A person with great merit shocks the master and cannot be sealed.
Therefore, Liang Gaozu was absolutely unwilling to let the King of Qin take action against the Turks' repeated invasions unless it was absolutely necessary.
Because the King of Qin had made military exploits again, the prince was already a little unable to withstand the situation even when the emperor kept trying to sidestep him.
Liang Gaozu pondered for a moment, and then said: "Some people have suggested that the reason why the Turks repeatedly invaded Guanzhong is because their children, treasures, and silk are all in Chang'an.
"In this case, if Chang'an is burned down and Chang'an is no longer used as the capital, then the barbarian bandits will cease on their own.
"I think what I said makes sense, what do you think?"
Xiao Yu was stunned for a moment, almost unable to believe his ears.
What did the emperor just say?
The Turks invaded repeatedly because Chang'an had "children and treasures"? So as long as Chang'an is burned and Chang'an is no longer used as the capital, the Turks will not come again?
What a fucked up brain circuit this is...
A rich man always gets robbed while walking at night, and his reaction is that as long as I throw all my money in the water, I won't be robbed?
As a normal person with a clear mind, Xiao Yu's first reaction was of course to dissuade him.
However, the strange atmosphere in the palace made his desire for survival quietly take over, and he did not speak immediately.
After everyone was silent for a moment, the prince spoke.
"Reporting to my father, I think this plan is feasible.
"Chang'an hangs on the sword of the Turks. Every early autumn, the Turks can go south along the Jinghe River Valley. Whether they go through Taiyuan or Binzhou, they will be in serious trouble.
"If we move the capital southward, the Turks will no longer be able to target Chang'an, and our government will be able to rest easy."
King Qi also nodded: "Father, my son and ministers also agree with this plan."
Pei Ji was silent for a moment: "If your Majesty has made a decision, you should implement it as soon as possible to avoid long nights and dreams."
Liang Gaozu was very happy: "Well, very good, it seems that the ministers have the same idea as me.
"In that case.
"Yu Wen Aiqing, as you are the minister of Zhongshu, I will cross the Nanshan Mountains for me to inspect Fan and Deng areas. If there is a habitable place, we will move the capital there."
The so-called Fan and Deng refer to the ruins of the ancient Fan and Deng states. That is, the Xiangyang area in later generations.
This place has been a battleground for military strategists since ancient times. To the northwest, you can enter Guanzhong via Wuguan. To the east is the Huaihe River. It is the most crucial place in the entire Jianghuai defense line and has always been a battleground for military strategists.
Geographically speaking, this is indeed an excellent bulwark against the northern nomads.
When Emperor Gaozong of Qi just crossed south, Li Gang regarded this place as one of the ideal locations for the capital. Later, the reason why the Qi Dynasty was able to resist the Northern Barbarians for decades was also due to the defense line of Xiangyang and the Huaihe River.
The only problem with it is...
Too far south.
What's more, during the Liang Dynasty, the entire economic center of China had not moved southward, and the economic conditions in the north were still higher than those in the south.
Although the Guanzhong Plain is small in area, it is fertile and wild and is still the most prosperous and prosperous area at that time.
Moreover, the economic level of Hedong and Hebei is also higher than that of the south.
The two cities of Chang'an and Luoyang can connect Guanzhong, Hedong, Hebei, Sichuan, Sichuan, Nanfang and other places. At that time, regardless of their geographical location or dangerous terrain, they were the best choices for building a capital.
If we move south to the Fan and Deng area, it will be better geographically, but its control over areas such as Guanzhong, Hedong, and Hebei will be greatly reduced.
In other words, it is basically equivalent to throwing these precious lands to the Turks.
Xiao Yu was completely lost in the lake.
He couldn't understand why these people all agreed to this plan.
Not to mention what will happen to the people who burned down Chang'an and Chang'an City. Even if all the people can be moved away, what about other cities and villages besides Chang'an?
Without Chang'an, wouldn't the Turks be able to rob other places?
The only advantage of moving to the Fan and Deng area is that the ruling class headed by Liang Gaozong and the prince can sit back and relax more, because it is almost impossible for the Turks to attack that place.
As for the raging Turks in Guanzhong, Hebei, and Hedong...
Apparently, they planned to bury their heads in the sand and act like ostriches, pretending not to see.
Although Xiao Yu deeply disagreed with this ridiculous plan, he did not dare to speak when he saw that the prince, King Qi and other important officials did not object.
After all, Liang Gaozu was not a broad-minded emperor.
Li Hongyun, who watched all this from God's perspective, almost suffered from high blood pressure.
If he hadn't known it in advance, he almost thought he was holding Qi Chao's script.
When the northern barbarians moved south, the ruling class's response was to move the capital...
This sense of déjà vu is a bit too strong.
Is the Qi Dynasty orthodox in Liang Gaozu?
Just when it seemed that such a nonsense plan to move the capital was really going forward, there were hurried footsteps outside the palace.
King Qin came forward with long strides, his body was soaked by the rain.
"Father, the capital cannot be moved!
"The Rong and Di are troubles that have existed since ancient times. My father used the Holy Martial Dragon to prosper and shine in China. He has millions of elite soldiers and is invincible. At this time, it is just the Hu bandits who are invading the border. There has not yet been a big war, so they have to move the capital to avoid the edge. Don't we want to become the world's sea?" The shame and the smile of a hundred generations?
"In all dynasties, there have been brave men who marched north for the country. My son is the King of Qin and leads the troops for the country. It is my fault that the dust does not stop. I sincerely ask my father to send my son to send troops. Within a few years, the leader of Jie Li will definitely be killed. Dedicated to my father!
"If the military situation is unfavorable, it is not too late to move the capital."
Liang Gaozong's face darkened when he saw King Qin arriving and heard that he opposed moving the capital.
But after hearing what King Qin said, his expression softened, and after thinking about it, he said, "Good."
Li Hongyun, who saw this scene from God's perspective, felt a little ashamed of Liang Gaozu. Unexpectedly, Liang Gaozu actually seemed to be quite useful.
What kind of holy martial arts will make dragons prosper and shine in China?
How can one have millions of elite soldiers and be invincible?
Does that have anything to do with you?
Isn’t it the case that the King of Qin led troops to conquer the south and fight in the north?
Excluding King Qin, how many of your men are still capable of fighting...
However, in Liang Gaozu's view, this was obviously all his own credit.
It can also be seen from this point that King Qin is not the kind of person who is arrogant and has no political wisdom.
Many generals throughout the ages became arrogant immediately after making military exploits, and became arrogant and even looked down upon by the emperor.
The arrogance of such a person exposes his low political wisdom.
And their results are often not good.
Although King Qin's achievements at this time have exceeded those of the founding generals of the past dynasties, he is still very good at talking to Liang Gaozu. The flattery made Liang Gaozu feel comfortable, and his suggestions were naturally easier to be listened to.
However, after Liang Gaozu nodded, the prince was not happy.
"Oh, in the past during the siege of Mpu, there was also a military commander who warned that a hundred thousand people could march across Beidi. How similar is the King of Qin's words!"
The siege of Mpu happened at the turn of Yan and Chu. At that time, the Central Plains Dynasty sent troops to conquer Beidi, but they were surrounded in Mapu Mountain and almost annihilated.
The decision to attack at that time was precisely because some military generals in the court thought it was enough to defeat Beidi.
The King of Qin said coldly: "The situation is different and the troops used are different. Why should the prince compare me with those mediocre generals?
"In less than ten years, I will definitely be in Mobei, and I will never lie!"
Liang Gaozu patted the armrest: "Okay, you two, stop arguing!
"King Qin, you and King Qi gather your troops and march out to Binzhou to repel the Turks!"
King Qin nodded: "Yes, father!"
After that, he strode away.
The King of Qi and other ministers also resigned.
In the huge palace, only Liang Gaozu and the prince were left.
The prince looked gloomy and said: "Father, although the Turks have been a border threat for a long time, they often retreat after being bribed. It cannot be said to be a serious concern.
"But the King of Qin wanted to use the name of the imperial bandits to take over military power and complete his usurpation plan.
"Father, you must be careful!"
Liang Gaozu had an irritated expression on his face, but he did not reprimand him. He just waved his hand and said, "I understand. You should also step down."
After the prince also left, Liang Gaozu walked a few steps in the hall and looked at the continuous rain outside, wondering what he was thinking.
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As the camera turned, a group of soldiers and horses set off from Chang'an and headed north along the Jinghe River Valley to Binzhou.
The king of Qin and the king of Qi united their troops and advanced in the rain.
When the army entered Binzhou City, Jieli Khan also led more than 10,000 elite cavalry to the west of the city and set up an array on the high ground of Wulongban.
At this time, the Liang Dynasty army who came to the wild and the Turkic cavalry looking at the heights all looked fearful.
Li Hongyun's perspective also quickly dropped, and he possessed King Qin.
The invincible feeling of the humanoid Gundam filled his body again.
Several times before, the Turks had already retreated as soon as King Qin played by Li Hongyun set out, and they were never able to put up a good fight.
But this time, the Turks probably won't let him down.
"Second brother.
"It has been raining in Guanzhong for a long time. The food routes are blocked, the soldiers are tired, and the equipment is defective. In my opinion, it is better for us to retreat to Binzhou and rely on the strong city defense. The Turks will naturally retreat after a while."
Li Hongjun turned around and saw that the person who said this was his fourth brother, King Qi.
Li Hongyun did not have any good impression of this King of Qi.
In history, the King of Qi did often go on expeditions with the King of Qin. For example, when the two kings were captured in the Battle of Hulao Pass, the King of Qi led the main army to besiege Luoyang City.
However, this does not mean that King Qin attaches great importance to King Qi. King Qi was directly parachuted in.
Judging from historical records, King Qi's personal force value is still good, but other aspects, including political wisdom, military talents, etc., are all difficult to describe.
After Liang Gaozu raised his army and entered Chang'an, he asked the prince to be responsible for logistics and prime ministerial affairs, and asked the King of Qin to expand the territory and conquer all directions. As for the King of Qi, because he was only fifteen years old at the time, he stayed in Taiyuan and guarded the entire Hedong area.
After all, this is where the Liang Dynasty arose.
As a result, the King of Qi not only hunted every day, but also indulged his men in robbing people's property. He even openly shot arrows on the street and watched passers-by avoid him for fun.
As a result, the entire land east of Hedong soon lost people's hearts. Even the wet nurse who once saved his life was killed for advising him.
Soon, Liu Wuzhou invaded and directly beat the King of Qi to hide his head, and captured Taiyuan almost without a single blow. Although Liang Gaozu was furious, the land east of Hedong had been lost, and he also had the idea of completely abandoning the entire Hedong and sticking to Guanzhong.
Finally, King Qin insisted on sending troops. After several months of hard work, he defeated Liu Wuzhou and regained the land east of Hedong.
Later, Liang Gaozu no longer allowed King Qi to take charge alone, but always asked him to send troops together with King Qin. On the one hand, it was to divide King Qin's military achievements, and on the other hand, it was also a form of surveillance.
Therefore, it is not surprising that the prince joined forces with the king of Qi to scheme against the king of Qin.
Li Hongyun looked at King Qi and directly regarded what he said as farts.
It had been raining for a long time, that was true.
It was true that the morale of the soldiers was also low because of the rain, muddy roads, and logistical difficulties in the rear.
But if you are too timid to fight because of this, and the Turks see through the reality, then it will be absolutely impossible for the Turks to retreat.
It is true that they can stick to Binzhou and not leave, but what if the Turks bypass Binzhou and go around burning, killing and looting?
Or maybe the Turks didn't care about Binzhou at all and went straight to Chang'an?
At that time, should we continue to stay in the city and watch the Turks do whatever they want?
Li Hongyun looked around at the terrain here.
Binzhou is located on a small plain created by the Jinghe River and is also one of the important transportation places. Around the city of Binzhou, there are also various small ditches and hills formed by the erosion of various tributaries.
At this time, more than 10,000 Turkic cavalry were on Wulong Ban in the west of the city.
This is a high slope, and facing Liang Jun, there is a small ditch in front.
This small ditch can also be regarded as a tributary of the Jing River. However, although it has been raining during this period and the water level of the small ditch has risen, it is still in a state that can be crossed by horseback.
Of course, at this time, the Turks were occupying a commanding position on the high slope opposite the small river ditch, which could be said to have an advantageous position.
If Liang Jun crosses this small ditch rashly and the Turks decide to charge directly down from Wulong Ban and attack halfway across, it will be difficult for Liang Jun to parry.
Although he knew that he could not retreat to the city, Li Hongyun had no idea how to fight.
Although his military command level is not as high as that of Zhao Haiping and others, some basic common sense of war is still very clear.
At this time, although the Turks came from afar, they had been plundering near Binzhou for some time. Instead, Liang Jun had just arrived from Chang'an.
Turks can be regarded as waiting for work.
From the terrain point of view, the Turks occupy a high place with a small ditch in front of them, which can maximize the advantage of the cavalry.
On Liang Jun's side, due to the long period of rain, not only logistics was a problem, but morale was also very low.
If you just foolishly want to get to A, the final result will definitely not be optimistic.
It can even be said that it will fail.
You can neither show timidity nor be reckless.
How to fight?
Li Hongyun temporarily suppressed the urge to read Emperor Taizong's standard answer, and wanted to try to solve this dilemma in his own way first.
