Han Shizu

Chapter 285
It was late in autumn, and the autumn frost was getting colder. In the cool breeze, Wang Pu and Wang Pu were accompanied by the summoned eunuchs, walking in the corridors of the palace.As the best of the new jinshi, the emperor is the only one who treats them differently. The two of them can be regarded as "proud of the autumn wind", and they are temporarily placed in the academy with no rank for the time being.

"Brother Wen, what do you think His Majesty called us?" Lowering his voice, Wang Pu asked Wang Pu who was walking hand in hand.

Wang Pu's face was like a spring breeze, with a refined look, and his demeanor seemed to be integrated into his walking posture.Because of the Jinshi of the same discipline, even though the age difference is sixteen or seventeen years old, the two are still of the same generation and have a good relationship.For Wang Pu, Wang Pu also maintains a humble attitude towards his predecessors.

"The king's heart is unpredictable, how can we guess it?" Wang Pu's voice was full of vigor.

Seeing that Wang Pu was still in a stable state, Wang Pu couldn't help but shook his head slightly, and followed him calmly.

"You two officials, please wait here for the notification."

When they arrived at the Chuigong Hall, they were stopped outside the hall. The two of them did not behave inappropriately at all, and remained respectful.

"My minister Wang Pu (Wang Pu) sees Your Majesty!"

"Excuse me!" Liu Chengyou, who had his head buried, hardly even had time to look up, he just stretched out his hand and motioned to the two of them: "Sit down first."

In the hall, Liu Chengyou was instructing the memorial presented by the Zhengshitang, and the second king came in response to the edict, which just happened to let him relax a little.Putting down the imperial pen and ordering someone to send the latest memorial approved by Zhu to Zhongshu for disposal, Liu Chengyou then turned his attention to the two of them.

The two people still bowed slightly and stood.However, he also quietly looked at the young emperor behind the imperial case. Although he had seen him in the Guangzheng Hall before, the feeling of aloofness at that time and the closeness of his eyes at this time were always very different.The performance of diligence can always make up for the lack of age, making people feel at ease and respected.

"Sit down, don't be restrained!" Seeing that the two were still sitting, Liu Chengyou pointed to the seat in front of the imperial court and ordered.

Only then did he take his seat, maintaining his etiquette, did not speak, and waited for the emperor to speak.

Liu Chengyou took a few glances at the two kings, and Wang Pu was imposing and composed, as long as he didn't feel jealous, he wouldn't hate him.In contrast, Wang Pu looked mature and dignified, not only because of his age, but sitting there, he felt as immobile as a mountain, but with his talent and talent in his chest, he gave people a sense of solidity.

"Although I'm only over a hundred happy about this move, I'm even more happy with the two gentlemen!" After examining for a while, Liu Chengyou expressed his high praise for the two with one opening of his mouth.

"Your Majesty's absurd praise! I am ashamed and dare not take it!" Even though they were conceited and talented, the two also expressed humility in the face of the emperor's praise.

With an extremely kind attitude, Liu Chengyou asked in a friendly manner, "Did you get used to it in the past few days in the Imperial Academy?"

Wang Pu replied: "Bachelors, Hanlin and the two academies, Zhongling Yuxiu, a group of virtuous people gathered together, the two ministers are admitted to the hospital, they are like frogs at the bottom of a well, entering the world for the first time, with respect in their hearts, and dare not neglect."

"This is really too modest!" Seeing this, Liu Chengyou said with a light smile: "You are the great talents that I have personally selected, and Mr. Wen Bo is even the number one, so there is no need to be like this!"

After a brief exchange of pleasantries with the two, Liu Chengyou took out the policy papers written by the two palace exams from the imperial case, raised them slightly in his hands, and said to the two: "The "Ping Bian Policy" written by the two of you has been written recently, and it has already passed." I have read it more than once. I have gained something in my heart, which is quite in line with my previous plan, but I still have some doubts, so I call the two of you today to clarify my doubts!"

Liu Chengyou's attitude was that of a corporal, and his respect for Wang Pu and Wang Pu was beyond words.In this regard, the two hurriedly got up and said: "Please show your Majesty."

"My small conclusion is to first go from south to north, from easy to difficult, and this kind of thought can be reflected in the strategies and essays of the two of you!" Liu Chengyou said directly: "Mr. Wenbo and Qiwu both have something to say. Huainan and look north. Since we want to make it easy first, then difficult, why not attack the Khitan in the north after completely flattening the southern countries? The combat power of the southern countries is always weaker than that of the Khitans!"

Liu Chengyou's summary made Wang Pu and Wang Pu nod subconsciously, and they both felt that the emperor could understand his meaning.

They looked at each other, and Wang Pu spoke.

"Sit down and talk!" Liu Chengyou did not show his courtesy to talents all the time.

"My Majesty, with the current situation of the Han Dynasty, the north is invincible, so we can only temporarily avoid the Khitan's sharp edge, and prepare Hu cavalry according to the secluded area. If you want to use troops abroad, you can return to the four regions, and only the Huainan region can be used."

"Since ancient times, Huainan has been a fertile land with millions of households. Yang and Wu have used it to separate themselves from the tripartite. The puppet Tang ruled it, always spying on the Central Plains and invading Xu Huai. , still poses a huge threat, like a sword hanging from the head."

"Therefore, seizing Huainan will not only capture Huainan's population, land, and wealth, but also relieve our dynasty's innermost concerns and consolidate the Central Plains. At the same time, it will also allow northern troops to face the great river and prepare for future advances in the south of the Yangtze River!"

Hearing what Wang Pu said personally, Liu Chengyou also nodded, but Liu Chengyou could analyze these problems himself, so he still looked at him.

Wang Pu, on the other hand, gave up the opportunity to express himself to Wang Pu. Obviously, the two had exchanged their opinions on "Ping Bian Ce" and gained something.

I saw Wang Pu clasped his hands, and said: "Your Majesty, since the young emperor of the former Jin Dynasty, the Central Plains has been in constant chaos, and the Hu Kou went south, and the mountains and rivers were broken. Fortunately, the ancestors saved the world and established the Great Han. Up to now, your Majesty has destroyed the river. The rebellion returns, and the world will have a moment of peace."

"The northern army is strong, but our country's national strength is really insufficient, and the lives and people are in hardship. It will be difficult to recover if it takes more than ten years."

"As for the puppet Tang Dynasty, since its predecessor Wu Zili, he was able to occupy the semi-fertile land of Jianghuai and Taizhou, and devoted himself to the management for more than ten years. It's in full swing!"

"With the military strength of the Han Dynasty, if you send troops to the south, it will not be easy to seize Huainan, let alone cross the river and destroy it."

Wang Pu's meaning is very clear, that is, the great Han Dynasty has strong soldiers, but without money and food, it is not easy to raise troops to go south to take advantage of it. It is even more difficult to destroy the Southern Tang Dynasty.As for Liu Chengyou, who has an extremely deep understanding of the treasury of the great man, of course, he is deeply touched when he hears about it.

Seeing the Son of Heaven pondering, Wang Pu was at the side again, and added: "Even if Your Majesty wants to send troops south to take Huainan, he still needs to make sufficient preparations, otherwise, it will be difficult to achieve full success in a short time."

"Tell me!" Liu Chengyou looked at him.

When expressing the strategy in his mind, Wang Pu looked elated: "First, the great Han Dynasty has not been ruled in chaos, and it will take time to get rid of the bad government, support the people, and restore the country's strength; Steady; third, when training naval forces, the land of the Yangtze and Huaihe Rivers is full of rivers, canals, and canals, and the southern army is more familiar with water warfare. If there is no navy to support it, if you rush south, you will be frustrated!"

"These three methods will not be effective in three years. Even so, Your Majesty should still prepare for a bloody battle with the Tang army. The power of the Puppet Tang Dynasty is still strong, and the combat power of the Tang Army is still there. Huainan is a half of the Puppet Tang Dynasty. It will definitely not be easy. give up."

"Even so, the Great Han still needs to consider the reactions of other countries, especially the preparations for the northern border."

Hearing Wang Pu's eloquent remarks, Liu Chengyou came back to his senses, and said in a relaxed tone: "Listening to what you two said, it is expected that I will send troops to take Huainan?"

(End of this chapter)