Han Shizu

Chapter 1434 Khitan was finally beaten back to its original form
After clearly expressing his intention to accept, the atmosphere of the conversation between Emperor Liu and Xiao Siwen became less routine and more sincere.Emperor Liu entered the role of a listener and listened carefully to Xiao Siwen's internal situation in the Liao Kingdom.

There is no shortage of Khitan affairs experts like Wang Zhaoyuan in the big Han, and there are even more pervasive spies and collections from the Wude and Military Intelligence Divisions in the Liao Kingdom, but that has limitations after all, and some confidential information is difficult to know. The cognition of some things is somewhat biased.

Xiao Siwen was not the case. He was a Khitan nobleman with close blood ties, he was also a minister of the Liao Kingdom, and he was familiar with the Han and Liao cultures. Naturally, he had a better understanding of the situation in the Liao Kingdom and a more thorough understanding.

And Xiao Siwen obviously knew what Emperor Liu wanted to know, or he understood the value of his vote, so he told all the internal details of the Liao Kingdom, especially those important situations.

Including Liao's military strength, tribal status, chaos suppression, and national strategy, there are no reservations about everything.Even Xiao Siwen told Emperor Liu the details of the assassination of Yelujing and the internal struggles of the Liao Kingdom before and after Yeluxian ascended the throne.

After all, Xiao Siwen was a key figure deeply involved in the battle for the throne that year. What he said also gave Emperor Liu a clearer understanding of some contradictions within the Liao clan.

After these conversations, Emperor Liu felt the sincerity of Xiao Siwen's refuge. Therefore, the smile on his face became more cordial and sincere, and the joy burst forth spontaneously.

In particular, when receiving the gift presented by Xiao Siwen, Emperor Liu praised it even more: "Xiao Qing's gift is very precious. It is more valuable than gold, silver, pearls and jade!"

"I don't want to hide from Xiao Qing, the big man spared no effort to investigate and spy on Saibei, but unfortunately the grassland is vast, the tribes are chaotic, the traffic is not smooth, and the information is also messy, and it is difficult to distinguish the true value from the false.

As far as the Han is concerned, the situation in Saibei seems to be shrouded in a layer of fog all the time. The imperial court knows the chaos and the bad situation in Khitan, but it is difficult to have a real and clear understanding.

Xiao Qing's map is helpful to understand the situation of the Liao Kingdom. It can be said that it has solved a lot of problems for the court in Liao affairs! "Emperor Liu said with emotion.

The map presented by Xiao Siwen shows in detail the current distribution of the forces of various tribes in the Liao Kingdom, including the military deployment of the Liao Kingdom, and an overview of the counter-insurgency situation. This is a valuable treasure map, if not for Xiao Siwen It is difficult for others to describe the high-level officials of the Liao Kingdom.

Of course Xiao Siwen knew the value of this picture, and seeing that he had pleased Emperor Liu, he couldn't help but feel happy. Faced with Emperor Liu's praise, he said humbly: "If it can be used in the court, I will feel at ease!"

"Thank you Xiao Qing for bothering you!" Emperor Liu smiled and continued to hold Xiao Siwen: "However, compared with this picture, I still prefer Xiao Qing's return. The picture is dead after all, and the situation is changing. With Xiao Qing Now, I am not afraid of losing my understanding of Khitan affairs, I am afraid that I will need to ask Xiao Qing more in the future!"

"I don't dare to be a minister!" Xiao Siwen replied with a humble face on his old face, "Your Majesty, if you have any questions, you will know everything!"

Nodding his head slightly, he was obviously satisfied with Xiao Siwen's attitude. After a little thought, Emperor Liu asked again: "As for the peace talks between the Han and Liao Dynasties, although I have made up my mind and will not change it, I still have some doubts about the Liao lord's idea of ​​making peace." You must be curious, Xiao Qing should know something about it if you think about it, please give me your advice!"

"I want to know, if the imperial court agrees, what will the Lord of Liao consider, and if not, how will he respond?"

Xiao Siwen has already sold the Liao Kingdom completely, so when he heard about it, he said it frankly: "As far as I know, no matter whether the imperial court approves it or not, we will first settle inside and then fight outside.

The Liao court has already made preparations and concentrated its forces to cut off the Mobei rebel tribe before this year.In the past few months, while maintaining the situation in Mobei, the Liao court has been collecting food, fodder and military supplies to deal a heavy blow to the rebels.

It's already autumn, and I'm afraid that troops are mobilizing on the grasslands. This time, the Lord of Liao is very determined. Even if the rebellion in Mobei cannot be completely wiped out, he will completely defeat several big clans!

The imperial court should have a secret operation in Saibei, and soon there should be news, even if the action is secret, there should be some signs and signs revealed! "

Hearing what Xiao Siwen said, Emperor Liu's eyebrows darkened slightly, and soon the sky turned clear, and he said with a smile: "So, Ye Luxian sent Qingnan to negotiate a peace, just a bluff, intending to confuse the court?"

Xiao Siwen nodded, followed closely: "However, from what I see, if the imperial court agrees, then the Khitan should try their best to deal with the imperial court to show respect, avoid the imperial court's suspicion, and attack them, so as to calm down the Mobei people and create a relaxed situation." situation.

Although Mobei is in turmoil now, and the various clans are fighting against each other, their forces are scattered and their hearts are not in harmony. Although the Khitan suffered heavy losses and their national power was weakened under the conquest of the imperial court, the strength of the Liao court is still not the rebellion of Mobei race can be compared.

What the Liao court was afraid of was the big Han. Since the Northern Expedition, the big Han Chen Bing Mo Nan was about to make a move. Although he did not make a big northward move, it still restrained a lot of Khitan's energy.

If the imperial court can make peace, it will be a huge relief to the situation of the Liao Kingdom, and it is also what the Lord of the Liao Kingdom looks forward to the most! "

"It seems that Ye Luxian has also made plans for me to reject the peace talks?" Emperor Liu said.

Xiao Siwen: "Exactly! Before the minister came to the south, there were rumors in the Linhuang Mansion that if nothing could be done, the Liao court should relocate and move the capital to Mobei, and concentrate all its power on the matter of pacifying Mobei to avoid the big Han soldiers. Feng! I think this is not a rumor, the Liao Lord may have already prepared for this!"

Hearing this, Emperor Liu was surprised, and said: "It has been more than fifty years since Khitan established Linhuang Mansion as its capital. How could Yeluxian be willing to part with such an old capital and a city of prosperity? He is not afraid that the hearts of the Liao Kingdom will completely dissipate." ?”

Xiao Siwen replied: "Your Majesty, you should know that after Xi Ren returned to the Han Dynasty, Liaojing lost its defense in the south. Today's Linhuang Mansion is no longer as safe and worry-free as it used to be! Wang Shi went north, but was almost destroyed. Since this spring, General Dong has sent troops to the north several times to drink the water of Ma Huang.

The Liao Kingdom is already suffering from civil strife. Although Shangjing is the capital, it is always threatened by the big Han, and it will be difficult to stay for a long time. The Liao court is also worried.

Instead of falling into a visible and dangerous situation, Mo Ruo made a decision early, abandoned it in time, and moved Mobei, so as to avoid the threat of the big Han soldiers, and also to pacify Mobei with all its strength! "

"Is it safe to escape to Mobei? Thousands of miles away, can I avoid the soldiers of the big man?" Emperor Liu said coldly.

Xiao Siwen said: "Even if the big man can travel thousands of miles, but fighting in Mobei, the difficulties faced by the imperial court and the possible price will be even greater than the previous two Northern Expeditions. Fighting in Mobei, for Khitan, the odds of winning are also very low. bigger!
Han Derang, a close minister of the Lord of Liao, once said that if things come to a head, Mobei will be the last place where the Liao Kingdom can recover. It is Han Derang's suggestion to the Lord of Liao when he stays away from the great Han, quells civil strife, recuperates, and waits for him. !
Your Majesty may not know that although Han Derang is a Han official, the Lord of Liao trusts him very much, and this man is also a person with great insight and ability among the officials of the Liao court. With his help, the final decision of the Lord of Liao can be imagined ! "

Hearing this, Emperor Liu pondered for a while, and finally sighed softly: "If Lord Liao really has his ambition, then I will not let it go! He wants to learn from Goujian to endure humiliation and endure humiliation, but I am not a husband!"

"Your Majesty is wise and far-sighted. The Han master is invincible. Even if Khitan flees far away, I firmly believe that he will eventually surrender under the iron heel of the great Han!" After hesitating for a while, Xiao Siwen praised again.

"However, one day, this Khitan will really be beaten back to the nomadic regime!" Emperor Liu couldn't help teasing again.

That day, Emperor Liu chatted a lot with Xiao Siwen, and later even called Zhao Pu and other important military and political officials to listen to Xiao Siwen's report on the situation in Liao.Moreover, Xiao Siwen was granted the title of cabinet bachelor on the spot, waiting for the imperial edict to show his kindness, and he was summoned to listen to opinions at any time.

And not long after, with more news from the Liao Kingdom, it also proved that the development of the matter did not deviate from Xiao Siwen's opinions and predictions.

On the other side of the Liao Kingdom, it was indeed in full swing, dispatching troops and generals to carry out a strong counter-insurgency operation against Mobei. At the same time, the Liao Shangjing side also followed suit. tent, far away from Mobei.

(End of this chapter)