Han Shizu

Chapter 1335 Presenting the Head of the Enemy Chief
It was late at night, the stars and the moon were dark, and the whole Yehu Ridge was shrouded in darkness, only the flickering lights in Lingkou Fortress dotted the dark night.Under the bleak north wind, the military fortress was a little deserted. Except for the guards, most of the officers and soldiers attacked Liao.

Outside the place where Emperor Liu stayed, the guards of the old guards did not take shelter from the wind and cold, and still stood there, especially the majestic Ouchi guards at the door, who looked like strangers should not get close.

In the dark and narrow corridor, sporadic lights illuminated two figures, one sitting and one standing, one still and one moving, the sitting one was wanton and calm, while the standing one wandered left and right.It is Liu Xi, the Duke of Jin, and Zhang Yong, a cabinet bachelor and secretary Cheng.

"I said Zhang Xueshi, the news of the victory has been passed early, the victory is already decided, so you don't want to hang around here, calm down, I think you are tired from walking, come and sit for a while!" Liu Xi looked at the man who was pacing back and forth. Zhang Yong said casually, and moved his butt to make room for him.

Zhang Yong is in his thirties. Although he looks ordinary, he is full of Confucianism. He belongs to the old school of Confucianism. He insists on moral theory, maintains the orthodox position of Confucianism, and disciplines himself and others.Of course, if you are just a pure Confucian official, it is difficult to become a close minister of Emperor Liu.

What is commendable about Zhang Yong is that while possessing moral cultivation, he also has the ability to use Confucian classics, which is also one of his ideas.While studying classics, he also spent a lot of energy on specific professional skills such as law, water conservancy, and farming.

Emperor Liu admired this person, in addition to his own talent, more importantly, he saw some shadows of Wang Pu and Fan Zhi from him.

Of course, this is not a perfect person. For example, as a man and an official, he is clean and self-disciplined, but he pays too much attention to his reputation. Moreover, he is still in a hurry, and it is often difficult to be safe in the face of emergencies.

No, it is difficult to stand still and wait anxiously when I come to meet with Liu Xi and report the military situation.If it were someone else who made fun of him, Zhang Yong would have been dissatisfied long ago, but facing Liu Xi, he could only show a simple smile, and replied: "The victories are coming frequently, the minister is full of emotions, and I can't hold myself, let Your Highness What a joke!"

Liu Xi smiled, looked at Zhang Yong, and thought he was interesting.A person like Zhang Yong is not liked by his colleagues. He fulfills his public duties, has few personal friendships, and has no tolerance for things. Others think he is stingy and laugh at him for fame. An official like Zhang Yong who has applied his knowledge and practice is also a clear stream in the officialdom.

"Xueshi Zhang is full of enthusiasm for the country's court and the common people, which is really admirable!" Liu Xi said flattering words.

"Your Highness is absurd! I dare not be a minister! Your Majesty does not regard your ministers as humble, but promotes kindness, which is as deep as the East Sea. I dare not forget it. I can only do my best to serve in case." Zhang Yong said, and arched into the room hand over.

Seeing that Zhang Yong did not forget to express his gratitude to Emperor Liu, Liu Xi smiled and said: "Whoever said Zhang Xueshi is unreasonable, I think the person who said this is really ignorant."

"Your Highness is joking!"

While the two were chatting, the waiter in the room added candles, making it brighter, and soon news spread that Emperor Liu had summoned him.When receiving Liu Xi and Zhang Yong, Emperor Liu was in a lazy posture, dressed simply, and looked like he had just woken up.

"I slept so well this time!" Sitting down, Emperor Liu stretched out and smiled at the two of them.

Liu Xi: "During these days, you have been sleeping late at night and working hard on military affairs. You really need a good rest and take care of your body!"

Looking at the deep night outside, the gusts of cold wind that infiltrated Emperor Liu seemed to wake him up a bit. He shook his drowsy head, looked at the two of them, and said, "Tell me, what is the result of the battle?"

As early as noon, when he learned that the Liao army was defeated and the victory was decided, Emperor Liu let go of his concern and ignored it.What makes him happy is that he can hear the good news ahead as soon as he wakes up.

Liu Xi gave Zhang Yong the opportunity to report.Feeling grateful, Zhang Yong took out a preliminary statistics of the results of the battle, and read in a brisk tone: "Your Majesty, so far in the battle of Swallow City, it is known that our army has killed more than [-] enemies and captured more than [-] people. The Liao army was scattered and defeated, and the iron cavalry and Longjie horsemen were still chasing and suppressing. The specific results of the battle are still to be planned, but they will definitely be more fruitful than the reported ones.

At present, most of the soldiers have returned to the camp after the victory, temporarily stationed in Swallow City, Liu Dushuai and Li Dujiang are taking care of the aftermath.General Tian Renlang chased the enemy for more than [-] li, killed the Liao general Han Kuangmei in Yuanyangbo in the northwest, and returned.

In this battle, the Liao army collapsed, and our army won a complete victory, fully achieving the goal! "

At the end, Zhang Yong's voice seemed a little high, but Emperor Liu's reaction was flat, as if it was not a big deal.Also, compared with the great battles that Emperor Liu experienced in the past and the brilliant achievements he achieved, this kind of victory is really a bit boring.

"A few small wins, not enough!" Emperor Liu just twitched the corners of his mouth slightly, his tone was extremely aggressive, and said coldly: "Han Kuang and the US army are just an appetizer, and the dinner is still in Shanyang, in the clouds! If we can keep the Lord of Liao and the Shanyang Liao army behind this time, then it will be a complete victory!"

"Your Majesty's words are true! It's my minister who is angry with Meng Lang!" Hearing this, Zhang Yong also recovered from his excitement, adjusted his mentality, and continued: "Now, the army is temporarily resting in Swallow City, and the two generals, Liu and Li, have already begun to organize their troops. Ma. According to the plan, ignore the defeated and remnant enemy, and tomorrow, we will move out of the battalion and march westward to help Shanyang and encircle and annihilate the Liao army!
General Tian Renlang has already led [-] banned cavalry westward in advance, and if there is no accident, he will arrive at Baishuiluo the next day! "

"This Tian Renlang is also a good general!" Emperor Liu nodded, expressing his satisfaction with the arrangement, and his tone did not hide his appreciation: "I remember, Qianyou's Northern Expedition and Nankou War, he has made great achievements in the battle!"

"Exactly!" Liu Xi echoed, and greeted outside, a sergeant brought in a box, Liu Xi took it and offered it: "This is sent by Commander Liu Dushuai, the head of the enemy general Han Kuangmei, the mandarin duck In the fierce pursuit and annihilation, the heads of General Tian's subordinates will be beheaded!"

For Emperor Liu, this seemed to be more joyful than receiving the good news. He raised his eyebrows and stretched out his hand to signal: "Open it! I want to see what this thief looks like!"

The box containing the head was opened, and under the bright light, Emperor Liu looked carefully. The front was facing upwards. There was no blood and flesh, and it had obviously been cleaned, but the paleness made it even more terrifying.

But Emperor Liu had never seen such a mountain of corpses and seas of blood. Instead of being afraid, he pointed at Han Kuangmei's head with interest and said with a smile: "It's just an old chieftain with a gray beard. It's not surprising that he is so loyal to Liao. It deserves to end up decapitated!"

"Let's deal with it!" Emperor Liu ordered with a wave of his hand, and his interest quickly dissipated.

"Prepare Liu Tinghan, let him go west to fight according to the plan, and don't need to ask for instructions!" Emperor Liu ordered Zhang Yong.

"Yes!"

"Over there in the cloud, the battle should have already started!" Looking back to the west, Emperor Liu said in a deep voice with piercing eyes, "This side of Swallow City has made a good start. Disappointed! If the Liao Emperor can be retained this time, then this Northern Expedition will also reap unexpected joy!"

"Father, I have a suggestion, I hope you can accept it!" At this time, Liu Xi said seriously.

Looking at him, Emperor Liu was a little surprised. Generally speaking, Liu Xi rarely took the initiative to speak out, but he often had something to say.A little curious, Emperor Liu: "Tell me!"

"If the army marches westward to fight, Yehu Ridge will be empty, and you are no longer suitable to stay here. Although it is unlikely, if the Liao army comes from the east of Yundong, then the imperial cavalry will be threatened. To be safe, we must Please leave for a while and return to Youzhou! Besides, the environment on the Yehuling side is really rough, and it is not conducive for Sheng Gong to recuperate." Liu Xi explained.

Hearing what he said, Emperor Liu's face changed a little. Of course, it was not for his own safety. Ming Yantuo took a look at the map of Shanyang, and stretched out his finger: "Our plan is based on the arrangement of the Liao army's northward retreat. , What if they turn to the east after sensing the danger? Is there another loophole in our troop deployment?"

Liu Xi also observed, frowned and thought for a moment, then quickly shook his head: "Even if the Liao army is aware of it, it is difficult to see the whole picture of our army's preparations and actions. Under such circumstances, retreating north is still the best choice. If you don't know the real situation of our army, if you come to the east, you will be in a dead end. What I am worried about is only the remnant soldiers of the Liao army, disturbing the holy car!"

Nodding his head, Emperor Liu agreed with Liu Xi's opinion. After thinking for a while, he smiled and said, "I won't be scared to retreat to Youzhou by such doubts! In this way, dispatch a troop and march along the Great Wall." To the south, search to the west, if there are remnants of the enemy, destroy them immediately!"

"Yes!" In this way, Liu Xi has no other opinions, and it is enough to check for omissions and fill in vacancies.

(End of this chapter)