Han Shizu

Chapter 1251 The Northern Expedition Has Been Set
"Wang Qing, it seems that you have to work hard again!" Emperor Liu's expression became more and more calm, and he looked at Wang Zhaoyuan.

Of course, Wang Zhaoyuan didn't have any reason to hesitate. He bowed and cupped his hands, with a calm face and a smile on his mouth: "Please give orders, Your Majesty!"

"After all, the Han and Liao is a country of marriage. Looking back at last year's meeting with the Lord of Liao outside the Great Wall, the guests and the host had a good time. It seems like yesterday. Now he has suffered a catastrophe and was murdered. I feel a pity. You replace me Take a trip to the capital with the big man, and bring my grief with you!" Emperor Liu said the insincere words seriously, if not for the smile that was always on the corner of his mouth, everyone present probably would have taken it seriously.

"Yes! I will leave for the north later!" Wang Zhaoyuan had a knowing expression.

Wang Zhaoyuan went here, representing the official court, bringing a sense of care and sincerity, which can also be regarded as the official response of the Han court to the changes in the Liao Kingdom.But behind this response, Bingfeng and Fang may already be brewing.

"Tomorrow Luan will set off with light clothes. I will go back to the capital first, and the crown prince and Rong Guogong will accompany the driver. The rest of the camp will follow the crowd, and the uncle will take it back!" Emperor Liu ordered Liu Yang and others.

"Yes!"

From Emperor Liu's tone, everyone could not help feeling a sense of urgency, which was not only brought about by the great changes in the Liao Kingdom, but also brought about by Emperor Liu.

"Send someone to call Duke Zhao!" Emperor Liu ordered Yan Tuo again.

Liu Fang wandered around the city of Chang'an, and it took him some time to find it.Came in a hurry and stepped inside, still with that high-spirited attitude.In the hall, only Emperor Liu, the prince, father and son, and a few servants are left. Emperor Liu is playing chess with Liu Yang. He doesn’t know how to play chess and go. He has learned it before, but with Emperor Liu’s talent, he quickly gave up Even if it is chess, the level is very low.

As for Liu Yang, holding a chess piece in his hand, he was undecided, his brows were frowning, and he seemed to be hesitating how to let Emperor Liu not show his traces.
With a "snap", it finally made a move. It was a very common defensive move. Then it was Emperor Liu's turn to hesitate. He saw an opportunity, a two-step general.

"Father, Second Brother!" Liu Fang slowed down and stepped forward to salute.

"Si Lang is here, just in time. Help me see how to move this move?" Emperor Liu called Liu Fang to his side.

Liu Fang approached and looked at the chess game. Liu Fang directly reached out to the sergeant. Emperor Liu was taken aback. After careful study, he found that Liu Yang had already had a chance to checkmate when he was only focusing on attacking.
With a little embarrassment on his face, he couldn't help but glance at Liu Yang, only to see him respond with a humble smile.Immediately, Emperor Liu lost his interest. He just loves to cook and play, and he doesn't like being handed over.

Of course, Emperor Liu played chess just for fun, not to study chess skills. What he is better at is playing the big game of "Tianxia".

"Not bad!" He nodded his head and praised, and then Emperor Liu turned his attention away from the chessboard, turned around and crossed his legs, looked at Liu Fang standing in front of him, and said to him: "The Lord of Liao was murdered, and the Khitan has undergone great changes. , the situation is urgent and the situation is unclear. Now that the two countries are standing side by side, and the Liao Kingdom has changed, the big man must also deal with it solemnly. I have issued an edict and returned to Beijing first!"

Liu Fang's words were a bit abrupt to Liu Fang, but he quickly reacted and asked, "You want me to accompany you back to Beijing?"

"No!" Emperor Liu said directly without dragging his feet, "You don't need to go back to Beijing, go to Guasha!"

"To Shazhou?" Liu Fang expressed surprise.

There is no need for him to guess the intention, Emperor Liu continued: "This time on the west tour, I have not been able to go through the Hexi Corridor and go to Guasha. I still feel regretful. You can go instead for my father and go to see Yumen Yangguan. Of course, the most important thing is that if something happens next, it’s time for you to make meritorious deeds. Haven’t you longed for meritorious deeds on the battlefield? This time, I’ll give you this chance!”

Hearing this, Liu Fang didn't react for a while, but stared at Emperor Liu boldly, seeing that the emperor's father was not joking, he knelt down on one knee, clasped his fists and solemnly said: "I obey you!"

Liu Fang's straightforward statement was always admired by Emperor Liu. Seeing this, with a smile on his face again, he reached out to lift him up, and turned his head to Liu Yang and said, "Later, you will make an order. Take Zhao Guogong as the inspection envoy of Hexi, and patrol the west on behalf of me!"

"Yes!" Liu Yang got up and obeyed.

"Go and bid farewell to your mother first, and then go on the road when you are ready! Also, bring Yang Yanzhao with you!" Emperor Liu patted Liu Fang, not lightly but with expectation and encouragement.

"Yes!"

Liu Fang went away as ordered, leaving Emperor Liu and his son with a tall and strong back, until it disappeared from sight, Emperor Liu said to Liu Yang with emotion: "I have sharpened the sword of Shilang for many years, and I used to hold him down. , It is for polishing, for refining, so that his sharpness will not be exposed too much, and it is very easy to break. Now, the sword should also come out of the box, let the enemy try his sharpness! No matter how sharp it is, it is difficult to become a hero without seeing blood, and it is also difficult to bear Heavy duty!"

"Father, Shiro is young after all, and has never really experienced war!" Liu Yang sighed after hearing the words.

Emperor Liu's expression gradually became severe, and he said: "He has already married, almost 20 years old, not young. He is luckier than me. He received the best education and the best conditions since he was a child. Ye and other generals have studied beside him, and he has been honed in the army. If he still can't achieve anything like this, it means that he is not good at training, and my previous hopes were just wishful thinking."

Hearing Emperor Liu's words, Liu Yang's waist, which was not considered tall, suddenly tensed, and the oppressive feeling that made him feel heavy came back.Emperor Liu loves Liu Fang so much, and his requirements are so strict, so what about him, the crown prince?
Probably feeling Liu Yang's emotional fluctuations, Emperor Liu couldn't help casting curious eyes, and said with a smile: "However, I believe that Liu Fang will not let me down!"

"Yes! Among all the brothers, no one can compare with Shiro in terms of knowledge of soldiers, bravery and courage!" Liu Yang said along the way.

After pondering for a while, Liu Yang took the initiative to ask, "According to your arrangement for Shiro, are you planning to go to war against Liao?"

When asked, Emperor Liu did not answer directly, but motioned Liu Yang to sit down, and asked calmly, "What do you think?"

Liu Yang said respectfully: "Son obeys father's will!"

Emperor Liu shook his head, his eyes seemed to be menacing, and he said: "You are the prince of the great man, this matter involves national strategy, and the peace of the subjects, you should have your own ideas! If it were you, in this situation, you would What decision?"

For Liu Yang, this seemed to be another exam question, and he had to face it seriously.Under the gaze of Emperor Liu, after thinking for a while, Liu Yang finally responded: "War is a matter of life and death, and it should not be done rashly, especially between the two great powers of Han and Liao. Once a war breaks out, it will be earth-shattering. I think that now Liao The situation in the country is unclear, and we should further observe the progress before making a decision!"

Listening to his opinion, Emperor Liu did not show any displeasure on his face, and he was not surprised that Liu Yang could express this opinion, after all, he was cautious.

"Do you think there can be peace between the Han and Liao Dynasties forever?" Emperor Liu asked.

Liu Yang was silent for a while, shook his head, and said, "Unexpected!"

Emperor Liu smiled, but his tone was resolute: "As long as I am still here, there will be a war between the two countries. I will not allow a unified and stable regime to exist in Saibei. There is such a threat in the couch." How can you sleep peacefully!"

Hearing this, Liu Yang's expression froze, and he frowned for a long time before he said in relief: "In that case, I have no objection!"

"Then what do you think is the best time to go to war?" Emperor Liu asked again.

Liu Yang replied without much hesitation, "Maybe it's now!"

"After all, the Liao Emperor has been in charge of the country for nearly twenty years. He was in power, the military and government of the Liao Kingdom were stable, and he rushed to war. The inside and outside were united, and the whole country fought against each other. The result was unpredictable. Towards chaos, if the war between the two countries is inevitable, then taking advantage of the transition period between the old and the new is a good opportunity for the Great Han to make the Northern Expedition! There may not be a better opportunity than this in the ten years ahead or in the next ten years!"

Hearing Liu Yang's words, Emperor Liu finally smiled, nodded in approval, and said, "Very good!"

"I can tell you frankly that with me, the Northern Expedition has been decided. From the time I heard the news of Yelujing's murder, I have made up my mind about the Northern Expedition. No matter where the situation in Liao Kingdom will go next, It doesn't matter who succeeds!" Emperor Liu said confidently: "I am eager to return to Beijing, just to arrange the Northern Expedition!"

"You have to know this in your heart!" Emperor Liu almost warned Liu Yang.

"I understand!"

(End of this chapter)