Han Shizu

Chapter 1259 Kaibao Northern Expedition

"If this is the case, my son is willing to go to war, and he will definitely remember the teachings and live up to the entrustment!" Hearing what Emperor Liu said, Liu Yang also felt relieved, his body and expression showed relief, and he solemnly bowed his hands.

However, although the performance is calm, it is inevitable to reveal a little nervousness and excitement. After all, the martial arts style of the great man is still very strong. Liu Yang is also a young man. But why don't you have the expectation of riding the horse and making a name for yourself on the battlefield?

Seeing this, Emperor Liu smiled slightly and asked, "What are you going to do after the expedition?"

When Liu Yang heard the question, he was stunned for a while, met Emperor Liu's gaze, thought for a while, and replied: "Just like when the son was ordered to supervise the country during the Northern Expedition, he mainly focused on learning, watching and listening. Make a decision and never interfere!"

Emperor Liu nodded, and said: "You have always been prudent, and I have been reassured that you have been serving the emperor for so many years. However, although there are similarities in governance and military governance, there are always differences. , which requires you to experience it yourself.

With a cautious learning attitude, this is just the foundation, but letting you be in command is not just letting you be a puppet to be manipulated by others. You must take responsibility for what you should take on. War is not just about military decision-making and command. Here Besides, there is much more that can be done.

I won’t say anything redundant, I’ll be right behind, watching your performance and giving you support.”

"My son, remember the teachings!" For many years, Emperor Liu has always taught by precepts and deeds like this, and now it is a similar situation, Liu Yang was moved.

"The coach of the East Route Army has not yet been decided, who do you prefer?" Liu Yang asked proactively.

"What do you think?" Emperor Liu asked back: "Assuming command is a general, you don't need to think about the deployment of troops, but you need to spend some time thinking about dispatching generals. Tell me your opinion?"

Of course, it is impossible for Liu Yang not to think about it, and he even thought about it in the role of Emperor Liu.Therefore, when asked about this, Liu Yang was not reserved, and answered with cupped hands: "My son thought that Rong Guogong Zhao Kuangyin could be the commander of the Eastern Route Army!"

Regardless of his ability and seniority, Zhao Kuangyin is sufficient to take on this responsibility.From Liu Yang's personal point of view, he has always had a good impression of Zhao Kuangyin, and he often asked for advice when he was assisting the government.From Emperor Liu's previous behavior and attitude, we can also see the intention of Zhao Kuangyin's appointment.

"Zhao Kuangyin is the left marshal of the camp, and Gao Huaide is the right marshal of the camp!" Emperor Liu stopped hiding, and simply expressed his thoughts: "I have talked with the two of them!"

Instead of using the principal and deputy, but taking the left and right positions, it is natural to seek a check and balance situation, and Gao Huaide is to contain Zhao Kuangyin.

And Liu Yang looked happy, and said: "Er Gong is a famous general of the Han Dynasty, a hero of the general, and has experience in fighting against Liao. If Er Gong is in charge of military affairs, you will have no worries!"

Emperor Liu smiled and said: "Go back and get ready. The staff members of the Eastern Palace don't need to bring too many, just pick a few officials who are in charge of border affairs. You can take a young man like Murong Defeng to practice. Huaiyu has been with you for many years, and he also brought him to see the place where his father fought. In addition, I will leave Fengchen Army to you!"

"Yes!" Liu Yang thanked him.

The next day, Emperor Liu formally issued an imperial edict, appointing the prince Liu Yang as the Grand Marshal of Pingbei, and the governor of all walks of life to lead the army in the Northern Expedition.Among them, the generals of the East Route Army, who were doubtful but still undecided, also announced immediately, Zhao Kuangyin and Gao Huaide.

The official issuance of the edict also means that the preparations for the Northern Expedition of the Great Han Dynasty have completely entered the fast track. Hundreds of thousands of strong men had to put down their hoes, leave the land, and sprinkle their sweat on the Northern Expedition.

To the south of the Yellow River, the states in the Central Plains, under the dispatch and arrangement of Tokyo, have also done a good job in the centralized transfer of materials, and they will be mobilized at any time as long as there is a need.As for the area south of the Yangtze River, there was also a lot of movement. A large amount of materials, especially grain, continued to be transferred to the north under the overall planning of the government.

It can be said that this is the first time that the big man has mobilized the strength of the whole country for war, and the first time it really broke out, it has an overwhelming momentum.The cloud of war permeates the border between Han and Liao. For the Liao Kingdom, which has initially completed the transfer of power, a life-and-death crisis has come. It was as sudden as the death of Yelvjing, but the pressure it brought was overwhelming.
With the issuance of the Northern Expedition edict, the Han Center also began to operate at full capacity, raising various affairs, and getting busy.In Luoyang City, of course, there was a lot of discussion, but to them, the impact of the war was only verbal, and the atmosphere in the imperial city also became tense.

On the contrary, Emperor Liu, in this situation, became relaxed and calm. Apart from inspecting and inquiring in various yamen every day, he did not show a trace of urgency.

"Officials, His Royal Highness King Wei asks to see you!" Yan Tuo got up and reported.

"Huh? What is he doing here?" Emperor Liu muttered, "Xuan!"

"See Your Majesty!" Soon, Wei Wang Liu Min stepped forward and saluted skillfully.

The older he got, the more silent he became. Liu Min's face was still green and childish, but his expression was rigid, without any superfluous changes.This is very similar to Emperor Liu in his early years.

I looked at this son for a few times, and saw that he was wearing a military uniform, with a solemn expression, but his eyes were bright and firm.Emperor Liu sat up straight and asked, "What's the matter?"

"I want to participate in the Northern Expedition!" Liu Min stated his intention without talking nonsense.

Hearing this, Emperor Liu was a little surprised, and immediately laughed: "You are so young, why are you here to join in the fun!"

"I'm already 16 years old!" Liu Min stared at Emperor Liu, and said seriously: "When the fourth brother participated in the Southern Expedition, he was still 13 years old!"

"Can you compare with your fourth brother?" Emperor Liu smiled lightly.

Hearing this, there was no anxiety on Liu Min's face, but it was obvious that people could feel dissatisfaction.After a moment of silence, Liu Min's voice became louder: "Although I don't have military experience, I also read military books, practiced martial arts, riding and shooting. Fourth brother may not be able to beat me! Now, when you send the prince to the north, fourth brother is also there Ma Huaiyu is younger than me, and you let him join the army, why can't I?"

Listening to his words and feeling his ambition, Emperor Liu became serious and his expression became serious. He stared at Liu Min. Liu Min was also bold and met him without blinking.

"Marching and fighting is not shooting and hunting, let alone a game!" Emperor Liu said.

"I know!" Liu Min nodded.

The father and son looked at each other for a while, and Emperor Liu suddenly felt that he still ignored the adopted son.He pondered, pondered, Liu Min was not in a hurry, just stood upright, waiting for Emperor Liu's decision.

"Alright, let's accompany your second brother to see him!" After a long time, Emperor Liu said so.

"Second brother has enough people there!" Liu Min replied.

"Where do you want to go?" Emperor Liu suddenly became very interested.

"Fourth brother is in Hexi, I would like to go to Yulin or Shanyang!" Liu Min had already made up his mind.

"Let's go to Yulin!" Emperor Liu nodded slowly, and then seemed to be threatening: "Yang Ye is going to go out of the fortress, leave the rear, and go to the remote area. Every step is difficult and dangerous."

"I'm not afraid!" Liu Min showed no timidity.

"Go!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Liu Min bowed in thanks.

Liu Min's initiative to invite Ying has reminded Emperor Liu. In the past, his attention was mainly on his four older sons. Now the other princes are growing up and have their own thoughts and ideas.
In the eighth year of Kaibao, in spring, on the first day of March, the imperial city of Xijing in the Han Dynasty.

In front of the Qianyuan Hall, hundreds of officials gathered, all the ministers and ministers were present, and the magnificent ceremonial guards were lined up neatly. Under the white stone imperial steps, tens of thousands of soldiers drawn from various armies of the Northern Expedition gathered here, with neat appearances and clear banners.

Accompanied by the sound of majestic drums and horns, Emperor Liu stood tall on the imperial steps in a uniform. As the nominal commander, Liu Yang, dressed in military armor, climbed the steps steadily under the watchful eyes of ministers, officials, and soldiers, and knelt down on the imperial steps. Before the emperor.

A sense of ritual came over the face. After the ceremony officials read out the Northern Expedition in a loud voice, Emperor Liu took the Tianzi Sword and handed it to Liu Yang. Liu Yang took it with a solemn face.On its side, Zhao Kuangyin and Gao Huaide also respectfully lead the commander's seal.

Looking at the three of them, Emperor Liu didn't talk nonsense, but solemnly said: "Fight well! I'm waiting for your good news!"

"Yes!"

As Liu Yang pulled out his imperial sword and pointed it straight at the sky, the sharp sword shone brightly under the reflection of the sun, and all the soldiers present shouted long live and long victory.

(End of this chapter)