Han Shizu

Chapter 935
It was another spring rain, and the breeze was slightly cold, blowing across the mountains, ravines and valleys.Along the route of Murong Yanzhao's advance, a team of about 20,000 people marched northwest along Yanshan Mountain and along the current.

Inside the central army, the dragon flag fluttered, and the mighty and vigorous cavalry cruised on both sides. The troops of the small team kept running back and forth, sprinting and advancing slowly.The land was still wet, and the road was a little muddy, which inevitably affected the speed of the march.

This is naturally the Emperor Han's camp.Now, it is mid-February. The Han-Liao war lasted for seven months, and it has come to an end.

Of the sixteen prefectures of Yanyun, only Yunzhou has not yet been completely pacified. Yelu Talie, the great king of the South Liaoyuan Academy, led a lone army, holding on to Yunzhong City, leaving a trace of unrealistic illusions.

After Murong Yanzhao achieved the great victory in Duanyunling and arranged the first-line defense of the Great Wall, he raised his troops from Huai'an and marched westward to Yunzhou.Until February 25th, the three armies of the Han army combined [-] people and finally met at the city of Yunzhong. Compared with the planned time, it was a full ten days earlier. This was also the impact of the change in military situation caused by the retreat of the Liao army.

And on February [-]th, Emperor Liu Chengyou of the Han Dynasty decided to drive Luan to Yunzhou, so he made this trip.The ministers, whether they are in Beijing or accompanying them, are still looking forward to the emperor's return to Beijing. Therefore, they all express dissuasion to his Yunzhou party, including Yan Wang Zhao Kuangzan.

The reason is also very simple. The newly occupied land is still unstable, and there is fear of trouble. Moreover, the emperor went far outside the Great Wall, and was even farther away from Jingke.Of course, persuasion cannot be persuaded.

Liu Chengyou was able to understand and understand the concerns of his courtiers. However, as far as Liu Chengyou was concerned, it would be a pity if he only took Youzhou as the end of his journey in this Northern Expedition.Youyun, Youyun, You has already returned to Hanzhi, and Yunzhou should also leave his footprints, so this Northern Expedition trip is perfect enough.

At the same time, Liu Chengyou also secretly made up his mind that if nothing unexpected happened, this would be his last personal expedition.Therefore, for the key strategic goal of Yunzhou, he must go there in person.

Zhao Kuangyin led the army to the front line, and the imperial battalion was deployed and led by Gao Huaide. At the same time, Han Lingkun, who had recovered from his injury, became the capital of Yuhou.Before and after the first battle in Nankou, Han Lingkun performed well and almost died of injuries.

As for Youzhou, Zhao Kuangzan and An Shenqi Quan stayed behind.That's right, the two left-behinds are temporary leaders, and King Yan also very wisely asked himself to be An Shenqi's deputy. In his words, how could the younger generation take An Shenqi as his deputy.Zhao Kuangzan's political awareness and obedient attitude made Han Emperor more and more satisfied.

Inside Luanjia, Liu Chengyou was reading with a book in his hand. Because the road was bumpy and constantly shaking, it seemed a little strenuous, and after a while, his eyes felt a little sour.

Inside the carriage, there was a scent of fragrance, like the smell of Concubine Gao, not strong, but very pleasant.The two concubines accompanying her, Concubine Guo Ning, stayed in Youzhou because she was pregnant.It is not easy to say that Concubine Guo has been in the palace for more than three years and she is only pregnant now.

Noticing the movement of Liu Chengyou rubbing his eyes, he leaned over, confiscated the book in his hand, took out a cup, poured a bowl of warm milk wine, and offered him with both hands: "Officials, take a break! "

Liu Chengyou was not too polite, took two sips, clicked his tongue, and drank it all in one gulp. Looking at the charming and charming Concubine Gao, he said, "This milk wine on the grassland is hot and sour. It really has a special taste!"

Concubine Gao smiled sweetly: "The official mentioned before that I specially asked someone to brew it, and the taste needs to be improved. If the official likes it, you can drink more!"

Liu Chengyou shook his head and picked up the book again.Seeing this, Concubine Gao immediately pressed down: "The officials should take care of their eyes!"

Seeing Concubine Gao's resolute expression frowning slightly, Liu Chengyou felt a little helpless, leaned back and said, "It's a long road, you must let me find something to do, otherwise, wouldn't it be boring?"

"Then you should rest properly!" Concubine Gao said, "Your eyes are so tired these days!"

"That's all, listen to you!" Liu Chengyou put his hand on the waist of the imperial concubine, preparing for activities.

Concubine Gao helped him put the book away, and asked curiously: "The officials have read this "Zhenguan Political Leaders" more than ten times, and still don't put it down?"

Upon hearing this, Liu Chengyou sighed softly: "After Yanyun is restored, the separatist forces in the south of the Yangtze River will be wiped out. It is a matter of anti-hands. How to bring the people back to govern the world is a top priority. The rule of Zhenguan is a model for emperors to govern the country. Although times have changed, there are some references, and every time I read it, I also gain experience."

Hearing what Liu Chengyou said, Concubine Gao looked at him, a little distress flashed in her beautiful eyes, it was really not easy for him to be the emperor.The Northern Expedition has exhausted our minds and energy, and the war has not stopped, and we have already begun to worry about the future. Take one step, and look forward to three steps. All kinds of pressure are forced on him.
"Why do you look at me with this expression?" Seeing that the noble concubine didn't respond as expected, Liu Chengyou withdrew his restless hand.

Concubine Gao Gui sighed: "Officials should take care of their health!"

"Do I look weak?" Liu Chengyou raised his eyebrows.

Concubine Gao smiled: "Officials are naturally strong and energetic, but no matter how tall and majestic their bodies are, they need to rest. Since the Northern Expedition, they have worried about military affairs and state affairs. They have never been free even in the cold winter. , more cumbersome, if things go on like this”

"Okay!" She patted her hand: "The great cause of the Northern Expedition is not far away. After returning to Beijing, I will have plenty of time to rest!"

In Luanjia, he flirted with the beautiful and charming imperial concubine, Liu Chengyou returned to normal, and asked outside: "Zhang Dejun, where are you?"

After some questioning, he came to report: "The official has passed Duanyun Ridge and is about to turn around. The front army is strengthening the pontoon bridge and preparing to cross the Yanghe River!"

"Let's go down for a walk!" Hearing this, Liu Chengyou became interested.

In mid-spring, there is light green everywhere, the weeds are full of vitality, and the forest trees also add a touch of blue.In the air, I can obviously feel the humidity. After walking for a while, my feet are also stained with a lot of mud, but it doesn't hinder my happy mood.

Although the battlefield in Duanyun Ridge has been cleaned up and all the corpses were burned, the traces of the war cannot be eliminated in a short period of time.While Liu Chengyou was admiring the spring scenery, Zhang Dejun came to report: "Officials, there is news from the Liao Kingdom again!"

Liu Chengyou's mood was interrupted all of a sudden, after receiving the secret report, his expression quickly returned to numbness.Liu Chengyou didn't receive the news about the Liao rebellion until after the Battle of Duanyunling, and the words were vague, knowing that there was chaos, but the specific situation was not clear.Thousands of miles away, in the rear of the Liao Kingdom, it is not so easy to inquire about intelligence, pass and hand over information.

However, although the specific details are unclear, it can be judged from the reaction of the Liao army's northward withdrawal that the situation must be serious.Therefore, Liu Chengyou later issued several urging orders to let the spies of the big man lurking in the Liao Kingdom to find out at any cost.

Although the big Han has made some achievements in the intelligence network of the Liao Kingdom, it is actually very weak. In the past, it could only be realized through business travelers and envoys, and by buying some tribesmen. Compared with other separatist forces, Intelligence building is much harder.

"Have you had enough rest?" Liu Chengyou tilted his head and asked Concubine Gao.

Seeing that the emperor became serious, the imperial concubine nodded.Liu Chengyou waved his hand: "Order, cross the river as soon as possible, speed up, and go to Yunzhou!"

The secret report received by Liu Chengyou has a clearer description of the civil strife in Liao.The civil strife in Shangjing, the clan rebellion, the four tribes in Khitan rebelled, and at the same time, it also included the movements of Yelujing, the leader of the Liao Dynasty after his withdrawal to the north.

There were six tribes of the Xi tribe nomadic in Raole and Songmo, and there was also turmoil. Therefore, Yelvjing, apart from returning north to Shangjing with Xiao Husi, the privy envoy, also went to the Xi tribe to suppress the rebellion.

The civil strife in the Liao Kingdom is getting worse, and it is more serious than Yelujing expected.In this way, the Han army can attack Yunzhou with peace of mind.

(End of this chapter)