Kingdom of Heaven and Han

Chapter 553 Situation
Xiaoxue's army went to the north, and it was not until the Laba Festival that all the Chinese troops entered Ruzhou.A large amount of supplies are still on the way, along the Baihe River, and then turn to Fangcheng and Ye County to the north continuously.The continuous flow of convoys on the road has opened the eyes of the people.

Wang Xiaolie's headquarters is located in Wentang, west of Ruzhou, between Ruzhou and Yique Town, close to the front line.When Zhai Xing got the news of Wang Xiaolie's arrival, he hurriedly brought some of his confidantes over to discuss the war together.

Standing in the yard, Wang Xiaolie looked at the fluttering snowflakes and said to Wang Ruohai: "This year the weather is good, and there will be a few heavy snowfalls in winter. The coming year will be a good one."

Wang Ruohai said: "After Jieshuai arrived in Xiangyang, there were no floods or droughts, and food was plentiful. It was a rare day."

"Yeah, it's a rare and good day. I've accumulated some food in the past few years, just in time for the Northern Expedition." Wang Xiaolie stretched out his hand, caught a falling snowflake, and put it in his hand to watch. "After crossing Funiu Mountain, from Nanyang to the city of Luoyang, it is difficult for us to go back."

Wang Ruohai did not speak, but quietly watched the falling snowflakes.After a while, he said: "Yes, since the army has come out, it is better to put on a good face. Otherwise, how to explain to the folks?"

Li Yanxian turned around from the back, saw Wang Xiaolie and Wang Ruohai, and said, "Jieshuai, Shenshu, it's snowing so hard, why don't you go inside to warm up?"

Wang Xiaolie said: "The snow scene is present, wouldn't it be a pity not to appreciate it?"

While several of them were talking, a personal soldier hurried in.He crossed his hands and said, "Jieshuai, Zhai Zhenfu is here!"

Wang Xiaolie said: "Okay, let's go out to meet him!"

In the heavy snow, several horses galloped from outside the town.Seeing several people coming from Wang Xiaolie, he stopped suddenly.

Zhai Xing crossed his hands on the horse and said, "How dare you hold on to the handsome man to welcome him personally? Don't let me wait!"

While talking, he got off his horse and went forward to greet Wang Xiaohun.

After a few words, the snow fell more and more.Wang Xiaolie said: "It's cold outside, we'd better go inside to warm up by the fire."

Zhai Xing hastily said yes.He handed over the horse to the soldiers and entered the yard with Wang Xiaolie.

When they arrived in the hall, the guests and hosts were seated separately, and Wang Xiaolie ordered the soldiers to bring wine and meat.

When the wine and meat came, Wang Xiaolie felt a little bored, and ordered the door to be opened.

Looking at the fluttering snowflakes outside, Wang Xiaolie said to Zhai Xing: "Today we enjoy the heavy snow and have a drink. Look at the snow, it won't be convenient for you to go back tomorrow, so just stay here for a few days."

Zhai Xing said: "I have nearly [-] troops stationed in Yique City. I am really worried and dare not stay longer."

Wang Xiaolie said: "There are generals in the army, why bother to appease and worry about it? Let's settle down and rest. Taking this opportunity, let's discuss the situation around Luoyang and how this battle will be fought."

Zhai Xing couldn't refuse any more, so he had no choice but to thank him.

A big fire was lit in the middle of the hall, making the room very warm.Several people sat around the fire, drinking wine and eating meat, discussing the recent situation around Luoyang.Drink big bowls of wine and eat big pieces of meat, which is really hearty.

After drinking a few bowls of wine, Zhai Xing said: "Jie Shuai's army has arrived in Ruzhou, what should we do next?"

Wang Xiaolie said: "That depends on Zhai Zhenfu. If you can capture Luoyang, I will occupy Zhengzhou. Liu Yu comes to reinforce the army, and I will stop them in Zhengzhou. If the Jin army from Shaanxi comes to reinforce the army, I will send an army." After leaving Xin'an, an army occupied Guozhou and blocked the Jin army in the mountains near Mianchi. If all goes well, annihilate the reinforcements near Mianchi."

Zhai Xing nodded: "Jie Shuai has considered it thoroughly. But, if so, what will Jie Shuai gain from this battle?"

Wang Xiao said: "I got the road to Hedong through Luoyang. The Sanhe area is located in the world, and if it is obtained, it will shake the world. Zhenfu occupies Henan Prefecture, and I will occupy Hedong County Jie, Jiangzhou and Hezhong Prefecture, and push forward. Hanoi."

Zhai Xing nodded, suddenly realized.If Zhai Xing firmly occupies Luoyang, the road to Hedong and Shaanxi will be opened.Wang Xiaolie's army will not compete with him for Luoyang City, but it can expand outward.

The three counties of Hedong, Henan, and Hanoi, known as Sanhe, are the core places in China.Henan County naturally refers to the Luoyang area, Hedong refers to the southern part of the current Hedong Road, Hezhongfu, Jie, Jiang, and Jinzhou, and Hanoi refers to the Huaizhou and Xiangzhou areas.These three counties, that is, the ancient Central Plains, were once the most prosperous places in the world.Once you get here, you can open up the East Road to the north, push Kaifeng Mansion to the east, and threaten Shaanxi Road to the west.Wang Xiaolie didn't want to compete with Zhai Xing for Luoyang, but with Luoyang, the road to other places was opened.

After dispelling his doubts, Zhai Xing visibly became active.He said: "Now I have [-] troops stationed in Yique City, and Meng Bangxiong is guarding the Longmen. Dong Xian's [-] troops are in Shou'an, and they will attack Luoyang at any time. Meng Bangxiong is outstretched, so he can't defend anyway."

Wang Xiaolie said: "Soldiers are deceitful, everything must be careful and careless. Since the Jingkang period, Meng Bangxiong has occupied Luoyang for several years, and his power should not be underestimated. The two mountains of Longmen are facing each other. Be careful!"

Zhai Xing said: "Meng Bangxiong is just a local tyrant in the countryside, he just takes advantage of the chaos, what is he capable of! He only has [-] soldiers, most of them are idlers in the market, cowardly and fearful of death! As long as Jieshuai can stop Liu Yu's reinforcements, we will Taking Meng Bangxiong's head is nothing more than a simple effort!"

Seeing Zhai Xing's heroic spirit, Wang Xiaolie said: "Zhenfu is full of courage, of course he is not comparable to Meng Bangxiong's generation. However, [-] troops are fighting at Longmen, and the place is small, so we must be careful of accidents."

Zhai Xing laughed loudly: "Don't worry, Marshal Jie, there will be no accidents when we go north to Luoyang!"

Wang Xiaolie can't talk anymore.He raised his bowl and said, "If that's the case, I wish Zhen Fuma success!"

The two drank, put down their bowls, and talked about the situation around them.

Zhai Xing said: "There are only three directions that can rescue Luoyang. Liuyu in the east, the capital is in the Daming Mansion. I heard that his son Liu Lin set up the Prince's Mansion with an army of 5. But he still needs to guard against the two Huaihe Rivers, and he can spare 1 People coming to Luoyang are great. Wanyan Yinshu is in the north, and there are 2 troops in Taiyuan Prefecture. [-] people guard the East Road, which is not enough. No matter how chaotic Luoyang is, Taiyuan will not be able to go south. Shaanxi in the west is now the fourth kingdom of Jin. Prince Wushu is the commander in chief, with about [-] to [-] gold troops under his command. They confront Zhang Shumi's army, and at most they draw [-] people from the east to Luoyang, which is considered very good. What Jieshuai wants to guard against is only the east and west directions You occupied Lushi County early and cut off the rear of the Shaanxi reinforcements at any time, and you have already gained the upper hand. I guess that the real big fight will be Liu Yu's reinforcements in the east."

Wang Xiaolie nodded: "Zhenfu is right. However, the reinforcements from Shaanxi should not be underestimated."

What Wang Xiaolie was worried about was never Liu Yu, but Shaanxi.It's just that there is no need to argue with Zhai Xing.

(End of this chapter)