Han Shizu

Chapter 891 Soothe the Heart
Youzhou City has already become a huge military base. Most of the internal and external troops, auxiliary soldiers, and civilian husbands participating in the Northern Expedition are concentrated here. There are already 19 Han-Yan coalition troops stationed inside and outside Youzhou City. Among the 8 people who came, there were nearly 27 people.

The size of the 30 huge army is enough to change the color of the world. They are stationed inside and outside, with ditches and camps, and the surrounding area is sixty miles.In addition to the large number of people, there are also a lot of supplies. The military and civilians of this size eat horses and chew, and their daily consumption is huge. Since the Liao army's harassment strategy was suppressed and the defense was shrunk to the north, a large amount of food, ordnance, and fodder , Clothes, transported to Youzhou continuously.On the canal, as long as the weather is good, the boats will not stop.

Of course, the arrival of the Han army also indicates that Youzhou City has completely fallen under the control of the big Han.In fact, after An Shenqi led the crowd to the north, the most important thing he did was not to fight the Liao army, but to successfully receive Youzhou City and turn it into a real base for the army to advance.

Although there has been enough communication in the early stage, it still needs to be careful to implement it. After all, the feelings of Yan Jun and Yan Min must be taken into account.Fortunately, in the tens of days of fighting against the Liao army, the two sides fought side by side, and the Han army fought against the enemy with all their strength. There was still some close feelings between the two sides, and the estrangement was eliminated.

Of course, among the Han-Yan coalition forces, it is impossible to say that they are of one heart and one mind and love each other.Among so many Han soldiers, it is inevitable that there will be arrogant soldiers, domineering and arrogant people, and those who look down on the Yan army, there are many of them.For this kind of situation, the generals can only persuade and restrain as much as possible, but if there is someone who behaves too much, Chai Rong, as the capital supervisor, will deal with it mercilessly.

Chai Rong is a person who sees the big picture very well. He knows in his heart that fighting the Liao army in this Northern Expedition is a big challenge, but he wants to deal with it with all his strength and appease Youyan's officials, soldiers and civilians. Heavy.Otherwise, if the Yan army is unstable, it will eventually cause hidden dangers.

The former, why did Ma Quanyi and other Han troops who went northward first go all out to help the Yan army and Yan people at all costs, regardless of casualties?And during this period of time, the results have been very good.

Under the welcome of all the people, the imperial driver slowly headed towards the city of Zhou. The emperor himself stood on the shaft of the chariot, receiving the cheers from the soldiers, and waved his hands for two quarters of an hour.Such a move made the guards around him overly nervous. Liu Chengyou's choice was risky. If some dissidents took the opportunity to cast cold arrows or something, even if the guards were tight, they might not be able to survive.

Of course, the emperor's contemptuous but extremely courageous performance, the effect achieved is still very sensational.

"Yuanfu, we haven't seen each other for another two years!" Before entering the city, Liu Chengyou asked Zhao Kuangzan, the King of Yan, to board the Luanjia in person, talked with him, and even changed his address.

Zhao Kuangzan, on the other hand, sat carefully in a regular posture, looking flattered.It was the first time for him to ride the emperor's law. Two years ago, when Liu Chengyou was on his tour of the north, he sent An Shouzhong to greet him. However, Zhao Kuangzan tactfully did not sit that time, but now he is even more humble.But in this humility, there is also a little relief and relaxation.

"Two whole years!" Zhao Kuangzan replied with a smile on his lips, "Your Majesty is still so radiant, and his majesty and majesty make the minister heartbroken!"

Hearing his words, Liu Chengyou immediately laughed twice.Not confused by his compliments, but satisfied with Zhao Kuangzan's attitude.

Seeing his expression calm down, Liu Chengyou said: "Yuanfu has been in Youzhou for many years, and he knows the enemy's situation well. This time we will attack Liao, and we will rely on your assistance to defeat Khitan and regain Guanshan!"

Seeing the emperor's serious words, Zhao Kuangzan also acted very solemnly, and he cupped his hands and responded: "I will definitely go all out! To tell you the truth, I have long wanted to attack Khitan in the north, and I am ashamed. It's just because of lack of strength, and there is no order from your majesty." Purpose. This time the Liao army took the initiative to provoke, and His Majesty raised his pride and sent an edict generously. All people with lofty ideals are full of enthusiasm, fighting enthusiastically, and killing thieves to serve the country!"

Liu Chengyou couldn't help nodding his head and said, "I'm very pleased that you have this ambition. This time, it's time to reward your ambition!"

As he said that, Liu Chengyou said with concern: "I heard that during July and August, the Liao cavalry was rampant, and Youyan soldiers and civilians suffered a lot of casualties, and there must have been a lot of casualties!"

Hearing Liu Chengyou mention this, Zhao Kuangzan couldn't help but sighed slightly, and replied: "This time, the Liao army's style is extremely ruthless. They specialize in killing people and destroying farms and houses. The land that Qingqi has passed is almost white. Obviously, the Liao army wants to pass this method. Destroying Youzhou and disturbing public order will draw the energy of our army.

Fortunately, the army and the people worked together to resist with all their might, and with the full rescue of the Hebei army, they suppressed the arrogance of the Liao army.Even so, the army under the minister suffered more than 4000 casualties in the previous and subsequent battles.

But the people who suffered the most serious casualties were the people of the various prefectures. More than [-] people were killed by the Liao army's sword, thousands of households were destroyed because of it, and the number of people whose fields were destroyed was even more difficult to count. , has been burned.And there are a lot of people who were killed by the Liao army in order to grab food! "

When Zhao Kuangzan talked about these situations, his tone was a little low. He was known for his generosity and love for the people. Of course, it was inevitable that the people under his rule suffered such a catastrophe.

Listening to his words, Liu Chengyou also sighed: "It's really hard for the people of Youyan! After the Northern Expedition succeeds, I will be a good student to compensate them!"

"Your Majesty has such a benevolent heart, why worry about the people's heartfelt gratitude!" Hearing this, Zhao Kuangzan said: "Because of the tyranny and wanton killing of the Khitan people, it also aroused the people's resistance. All Yan and Han people gritted their teeth and supported the Northern Expedition of the Han Dynasty Liao!"

Liu Chengyou nodded, but didn't say any more. Instead, he fell into thinking, and he had a deeper understanding of war, rise and fall in his heart.

The suffering suffered by the people of Youyan due to the Northern Expedition may be just the beginning.Since the personal expedition, Liu Chengyou has seen all the way, in order to support the Northern Expedition, the price paid by the court, and the sacrifices made by the soldiers and civilians of the Great Han. In his heart, he has a great sense of anxiety, that is, the people of the Great Han can bear this level of mobilization how long?How many times can you bear it?

Perhaps regarding merit, I should re-acquaint myself with it, otherwise I would be immersed in it without self-examination, and I am afraid that one day, I will become a very successful monarch.That is not a good thing for the people of the country.

Liu Chengyou's doubts were disturbed by the cheers in Youzhou City, and he woke up suddenly. He looked at Zhao Kuangzan who was sitting quietly at the side, and said with a smile, "I was distracted for a while, please forgive me!"

"Your Majesty is serious! Your Majesty must be thinking about important military and national affairs. For the sake of the big man, I really have devoted my heart and soul. I admire you!" Zhao Kuangzan boasted again.

Liu Chengyou shook his head, but couldn't help looking outside Luanjia. The scholars and people of Youzhou gathered on both sides of the road, and among the workshops, there were also many people who were looking into their heads, looking at the people passing by Yujia full of surprise. The whole area was crowded with people. A scene full of cheers.

Seeing this scene, Liu Chengyou asked curiously: "Who arranged these scholars?"

Hearing this, Zhao Kuangzan shook his head lightly, and replied: "The great battle is imminent, heavy soldiers are gathered, and the spirit of killing is spreading all over the city. How can the ministers force the people to show off. These scholars and people should all be lucky to know that the Son of Heaven is coming. Spontaneously come to greet Majesty."

"How can I have such a reputation among Yan people?" Liu Chengyou frowned slightly.

Zhao Kuangzan said: "Your Majesty is a once-in-a-hundred-year-old lord and enlightened monarch. Over the years, the people of Yan have also received a lot of favors. How can we not be grateful for him!"

Liu Chengyou laughed immediately, but did not make any further remarks.Liu Chengyou still has self-knowledge. In his opinion, the scholars and people of Youzhou who came here with a crowd of spectators are more curious about him.How many years has it been? There is an emperor of the Central Plains who is lucky to drive Youzhou City. Those people look at him as if they were looking at a strange and rare beast.

Although he has repeatedly emphasized that everything should be kept simple, but Zhao Kuangzan still vacated his Yanwang Mansion, moved out all his family members, guards, and officials, and vacated it for Liu Chengyou to live in.Everyone has done this, and Liu Chengyou couldn't blame him, so he accepted it gladly.

Right in the lobby of the palace, Liu Chengyou came from the north, and accompanied by many generals, he first met Youyan's civil and military officials.There is no need to mention Gao Fang, the old man of the emperor, the officials entrusted with important tasks in the north, have never lost contact in these years.

As for the rest, Zhao Kuangzan introduced him personally.

"Your Majesty, the Chief History Song Qi and the judge Song Xiong are all outstanding talents. They rely on them for government affairs and civil affairs, as well as laws and records!"

"Chen Song Qi (Song Xiong), see Your Majesty!" The two also saluted Liu Chengyou together.

Of course, Liu Chengyou also made an attitude of being open-minded and treating people with sincerity, raised his hand as a gesture of avoidance, and said with a light smile: "I have heard the name of Yanji's 'Second Song Dynasty' in Tokyo, and it is indeed a rare and outstanding talent. Scholars, the Qingming politics in Youzhou all these years is due to their merits!"

Next came Zhang Zangying, Gao Yanhui and other generals of the Yan army. For them, Liu Chengyou was still amiable, and he praised and expressed his achievements.After that, he formally stated his position, comforted and encouraged them in a candid tone, and also reminded them that the army of Yan and the people of Yan were all subjects of the Han army.

Moreover, regarding the system of the Yan army, we will not move the knife for now, let it remain as it is, the salary of the general and school will remain the same, but it will be incorporated into the combat sequence of the Han army, and it will still be under the command of the King of Yan.However, the military supplies and logistics are provided by the big man.

As for the civil service system, it can be integrated into the imperial court almost seamlessly, and there is no need for major actions. People like Song Qi are also very positive and want to take advantage of this opportunity to perform well.In any case, Youyan Land has been their territory for more than ten years.Although they fought against the Khitan together, the imperial court marched northward in a big way, and the fierce dragon crossed the river, which inevitably made him feel strange.

And Liu Chengyou's actions greatly appease You Yan's civil and military heart.He is also very satisfied with Emperor Han's attitude.

(End of this chapter)