Han Shizu

Chapter 683
On April [-]th of the eighth year of Qianyou, in the summer, Emperor Liu Chengyou of the Han Dynasty formally issued an edict to use Wuping Jiedu to envoy Zhou Xingfeng to use swords and soldiers to attack Guizhou, kill the imperial court Jiedu, and send out the forbidden army and [-] horsemen from the six prefectures in Shannan. Go south and officially start the strategy of Jingxiang.

Under the edict, Murong Yanzhao, the commander of the capital in front of the palace, was deployed as the camp capital in the south of Hunan Road, Han Tong, the commander of the Xiangyang soldiers and horses, was the commander of the capital, and Du Hanhui, the commander of the guard of the Holy Army, was in line. Sun Li, Shi Yanchao, and Pan More than [-] generals from home and abroad, such as Mei, Li Yun, and Zhang Xun, accompanied the army on the southern expedition.

However, Murong Yanzhao, the coach of the Southern Expedition, set up a camp in Xiangyang early, set up a command tent, inspected the conscripted troops, prepared troops and horses, and discussed the strategy of marching.

The Dazhai of the Han army camped in the south of Xiangyang City, with flying flags and towering fences. The strength of the officers and soldiers and the command of the generals can be seen from the tightly organized walls of the camp.

In the large tent of the Chinese army, a relatively detailed map of Jingnan South was hung on the side. Murong Yanzhao had a calm face, and even his slightly raised beard revealed a touch of vigorous self-confidence.

Speaking of it, it has been eight years since he was recruited by Liu Chengyou to serve under his command. Until now, this is the first time that he has been the head coach of a side, commanding an army and expanding the territory.Although he has been a general for many years, his heart is still unavoidably surging.

At the same time, Murong Yanzhao also knew in his heart that there are many talents in the Han army, and with the emperor's employment style, this kind of war of destroying the country with an independent army may be the only one for him.Therefore, he seemed to be very attentive. Since he was still in Tokyo, he had made good preparations and had a comprehensive consideration of the overall battle.

"Murong is handsome, I can memorize this map, you look over and over again, what do you see?" Han Tong sat aside and couldn't help muttering: "Now that the army has assembled, all the soldiers, They are all fully equipped and eager to fight. I have selected the soldiers you want for you, so what are you waiting for? If you drag on, you may have accidents!"

With an anxious look on Han Tong's face, Murong Yanzhao finally took his gaze away from the map, looked at him, and said with relief: "General, don't worry, since the army is out, you should sweep the caves in the plow court and take all the lakes." Xiang. But before sending troops, we still need to make some preparations!"

"What preparation?" Han Tong asked anxiously.

"Qi report is handsome, Xing Guogong asks to see you!"

Just as he was about to speak, the guard outside the tent reported, Murong Yanzhao smiled a little: "It seems that I'm ready!"

After saying that, Murong Yanzhao took the lead and personally went out of the tent to greet him as a show of respect.Several people were all in a capable style, entered the account, exchanged a few pleasantries, Guo Wei put down the teacup, and said to Murong Yanzhao: "Murong is handsome, in the past two days, I have ordered the mobilization of two hundred government, merchant, and civilian ships. , and equipped with oars and crews, it can carry [-] soldiers. The twenty newly arrived grain and equipment ships are only anchored and can be launched at any time, are they sufficient?"

Hearing this, Murong Yanzhao couldn't help clapping his hands, and praised: "Duke Xing is indeed a capable minister, he is so decisive and quick in handling things, it is enough!"

Hearing the conversation between the two, Han Tong was stunned. He couldn't help but support his forehead and said, "Look at my head, I've been in Xiangyang for so long, and I've ignored the boats. The northerners ride horses, the southerners draw boats, and hit Jinghu Lake. How can we not use boats. However, there is still a lack of navy in Xiangyang!"

"Jiangling's navy can be used by the army!" Murong Yanzhao said with a natural look: "This ship is only used for transportation. Once it gets to Jingnan, it can go down the south of the river and go straight to Yueyang. I guess, If the Chu army wants to stop our army, it should be at Dongting Lake!"

"From Du Shuai's point of view, it seems that Jingnan has already been captured!" Han Tong couldn't help laughing, "I'm thinking about fighting the Chu army!"

"I have tens of thousands of soldiers here, and Jingnan is still in chaos!" Murong Yanzhao smiled lightly, looking at the two of them: "Now, we need to send people to Jiangling to implement the pretext! An envoy of liaison needs to be both wise and courageous, and able to adapt to changing circumstances!"

Hearing this, Han Tong recommended: "Xiangyang Bingwei General Cao Bin, you can do anything!"

Hearing his words, Guo Wei frowned unconsciously, Murong Yanzhao became interested, and immediately ordered someone to call Cao Bin.

Soon, Cao Bin was ordered to come, and he stood neatly at the handsome tent, neither humble nor overbearing, and immediately won the favor of Murong Yanzhao.Without talking too much nonsense, he directly said to him: "The commander wants to send people to Jiangling, saying that Jingnan soldiers and horses will give way to our army and go south to Hunan. Han Dujian recommended you to me, are you willing to go?"

When Cao Bin heard this, he only thought about how long it would take to take a few breaths. He clasped his fists together and said, "The last general wants to go!"

Seeing his straightforward face, Murong Yanzhao couldn't help but said: "I won't hide it from you. According to the news, although Gao's side is frightened by the power of the imperial court, they are still wary and hesitant. Zhou Xingfeng Messenger, you are still in the city of Jiangling. It may not be safe for you to go here. After you, I will send the iron cavalry as the vanguard to attack Jiangling directly. If Gao Baorong becomes ruthless and decides to turn his back on the court, then you, the envoy of the army, will not be safe. It's dangerous!"

"Thank you, Commander-in-Chief, for telling me so bluntly!" Cao Bin described it very calmly, full of emotion, and replied: "Although the last general is not talented, he dares to break into him even if he is in a tiger's lair and a wolf's lair. What. Besides, the commander-in-chief has five thousand cavalry and guards behind him, so what is there to be afraid of?"

Watching his reaction, Murong Yanzhao couldn't help laughing, and said to Guo and Han, "There are quite a lot of good talents in the Han army, but there are only a few who have such pride and insight!"

After saying that, Murong Yanzhao ordered in a solemn voice: "You take a group of people, ride lightly, and go quickly to Jiangling!"

"Follow the order!" Cao Bin clasped his fists and left.

Before leaving, Cao Bin gave Guo Wei a reassuring look.

"Come on!" After Cao Bin left, Murong Yanzhao wrote the seal of the military order in hand, accompanied by a talisman, handed it to the messenger officer, and ordered: "Immediately send an order to Shi Yanchao, and order him to lead the iron cavalry to set off and head straight for Jiangling."

Another order was written, ordering: "Order Du Hanhui of Yingzhou to send troops to the south as well. If there are soldiers from Jingnan crossing the border, they will be destroyed immediately!"

Guo Wei was at the side, listening to his arrangements, and said: "Send envoys first, and soldiers later. It can be said that courtesy comes first and soldiers come later. However, if we take both approaches, I don't know what choice Gao Baorong will make?"

"If there is no threat of strong soldiers, I'm afraid Gao Baorong won't be able to see the situation clearly!" Han Tong said, and then looked at Murong Yanzhao with a little eagerness: "The commander in chief, if Jingnan is down, lead the troops How about leaving the errands to Hunan to me?"

Facing his expectant eyes, Murong Yanzhao thought for a while, and said: "The general has such a heart, how can I be disappointed! When the situation in Jingnan is under control, General Han will lead the troops south!"

Weiji received another report that Han Hui asked to see him for food.

"This Han Hui is the son of the general!" Murong Yanzhao turned to Han Tong.

Han Tong nodded, cursing a bit deliberately: "My dog ​​didn't stay in the barracks properly and take care of his military supplies, so he dared to directly ask the Chinese army commander to come to the account. He must be reprimanded for a while. fan!"

"Hey!" Murong Yanzhao said with a lenient demeanor, "I have heard about the reputation of Mr. Han in Tokyo. In the past few years in the Ministry of War, he has shown his ability and intelligence, and he was praised by Mr. Wei." It's rare to get behind. Food and equipment is the most important task in the army, and there must be a reason for him to come to see him this time!"

"The general may want to avoid suspicion, but there is no need to do so!" Murong Yanzhao said, and he ordered someone to summon him.

"Han Hui, the next official, meet Du Shuai!" The slightly hunched figure stepped inside quickly, saluting.

Han Tong kept a straight face, but his attention was always on his son.Murong Yanzhao looked at Han Hui. There may be flaws in his body, but he took it calmly. This kind of demeanor is even more admirable.

"Excuse me! What do you need to see?" Murong Yanzhao asked.

Han Hui said with a serious face, "Du Shuai Qi reported, in the past two days, the subordinate officials found that the number of times each army went to the camp to collect medicinal materials. I went to check the camps and found that some soldiers in the army are not used to the south. The climate and the soil and water are not acclimatized, so they get sick.

The lower officials believed that the main force of the Southern Expedition was the Forbidden Army, and the majority of the Forbidden Army was from the north.Now that summer is coming, there are not many sick people, but if you don't take precautions, if the war is delayed for a long time until the middle of summer, it may cause epidemic diseases, so you have to prevent it! "

Hearing him mention this matter, Murong Yanzhao was a little emotional, and said to Han Tong: "Prepare for things before they happen, brother's son, you have the talent to calculate!"

Looking at Han Hui, Murong Yanzhao said, "I have been concerned about this matter for a long time, but I didn't expect it to come so soon!"

"Most of the sick soldiers were soldiers who served the country first!" Han Hui said.

After thinking about it, looking at Han Hui, Murong Yanzhao asked, "How do you think this problem should be solved?"

Han Hui was taken aback for a moment, glanced at his father, and answered calmly: "The lower officials think that sick soldiers should be treated centrally, and more doctors and medicines for recuperation should be prepared! In addition, this battle relies more on soldiers from the south. , and strive for a quick victory!"

"This kid is extraordinary!"

(End of this chapter)