The Yanming of the Five Hus and Sixteen Kingdoms

Chapter 12 Yan Conspires to Attack Goguryeo

After returning to the palace, the King of Yan quickly called the leading generals of the Yan Kingdom: Murong Han, Murong Ba, Murong Ping, Mu Yugen, Mu Yuni, Wang Yu, Han Shou, Gao Xu, Xian Yuliang, etc. to the palace to discuss.

Yan Wang took the lead in asking: "Although Goguryeo is a small country, it has always been behind me, like a light on my back, which makes Gu quite uncomfortable. I intend to fight it to avoid future troubles. Do you think so? ?”

Murong Ping robbed and said: "Murong Han, the former Jianwei general, guarded Pingguo when he was the king. He guarded Goguryeo for several years and dared not step half a step. Now my king has regained Murong Han, and I would like to hear about the king's brother Qixiang. "

"That's right, when the late king was here, brother Han was famous, and Goguryeo would not dare to commit a crime." King Yan said slowly, looking at Murong Han.

"Brother Judging, King Yan is really over-reputed. Now that Ke'er is guarding Pingguo City, Goguryeo would not have dared to violate it, but now Wang Zhao is looking far away, and it is strange to attack Xiangping." Even so, it is not easy for Murong Han to refuse, but Said.

The Pingguo City mentioned by Murong Han is the key to the defense of Liaodong, and the two cities of Xiangping and Xuantu are the horns of each other.But this city is the most difficult to defend. It hangs alone to the south and is easily besieged by Goguryeo.Goguryeo was defeated last year, and King Yan wanted to restore the situation in Liaodong. Since Murong Ren and Murong Han, no one has been able to guard the city.Among all the princes that King Yan watched, Murong Ke was calm and capable, with the air of a general.In addition, after a long time in the military, he has gradually become popular, and he is really the best candidate to guard this city.Now that the situation in Liaodong has gradually recovered, it is indeed strange that Goguryeo planned to attack Xiangping and go around Pingguo City this time.

Wang Yu hesitated for a while, but finally stepped forward and said: "I think there was a grain shortage in Xiangping last year, and the soldiers must be uneasy."

That Murong Ping said anxiously: "The rioters have been beheaded at that time, and the rest of the soldiers have obeyed orders."

Murong Han didn't intend to say it at first, but when he heard this, he couldn't bear it, and said: "The king of Yan is here, and when Murong Ren, the former traitor, ruled Liaodong, there were many cities in Xiangping, Pingguo, Xuantu, and Xinchang. Many people were killed by mistake. Hou Shi Zhao attacked the city of Thorns and lured the people. Our Yan State was under the leadership of Shi Cui Tao, Ju Jiuling Youhong, Wuyuan Ling Changba, Dongyi Xiaowei Fenghua, and the guards. Song Huang and others are all... ".

Before Murong Han finished speaking, Mu Yugen interrupted him, and only sarcastically said: "Listen now, what Murong Han said is rebellious?" It can be said that he has worked hard, and his body has been injured several times.It's a pity that he is a tyrannical man, merciless in killing and rebellion, and the King of Yan also warned him a lot, but he was loyal and brave, and the King of Yan mostly covered him up.

Mu Yuni also said: "I don't think there is anything good about that surnamed Cui. The former governor of Pingzhou, Cui Wu, and others have suffered a lot. Thinking that I, Cui Tao, who was a member of the Cui clan during the Chengzhou of Yan Kingdom, took the lead in rebelling. That year The situation is very dangerous, and our country is very passive." Mu Yuni said angrily, "If you don't kill him, and make an example to others, there is no place for our generation."

Mu Yugen's younger brother, Mu Yuni, had previously fought against Murong Han who was in the Duanbu during the Battle of Liucheng, and had never liked Murong Han.The king of Yan felt that his brothers were loyal and brave, and that the Muyu family and the Murong family were of the same lineage, so he entrusted both of his brothers with important positions.

"No." Murong Han broke out in sweat.Only a few years away, it is no longer what it used to be.Murong Han thought in his heart that in King Yan's heart now, these younger generations must be more important in his heart, so he said softly, "Your Majesty, only my country of Yan has attacked too much in the past few years and has a lot of people. I'm not caught."

"Okay, Gu knows. Brother Han is not in Yan for a long time, so don't blame him." The King of Yan was displeased, and said: "What I worry about is that our army of Yan Guo went straight to attack Goguryeo's troops, and the north is empty. If the Yuwen Ministry leads What should my country of Yan do when soldiers attack?" King Yan looked at the ministers, and then at Murong Han again.

"Brother Han's concern is also very reasonable. In the past few years, our Yan army has fought almost every day and every year. Even if the sword is broken, even if the strong bow is broken, what do you think? "Yan Wang thought about it and agreed with Murong Han's words.

All the ministers in the hall looked left and right, what King Yan said was very reasonable.In the past few years, Yan State has attacked from north to south, and its soldiers have been fighting year after year. If they only attack Goguryeo, they will still be able to support them.If we still have to guard against the Ministry of Yuwen, we may be weak, and if the border town falls, it may be unpredictable.

Murong Han leaned out slightly, clutching the golden knife at his waist, as if pointing something.King Yan also noticed that there was something strange about his body, so he asked: "Brother Han has lived in Yuwen for a long time, and you already know the situation in Yuwen Department, so what's your opinion?"

Murong Han hurriedly stood up and said, "I, Wang Mingjian, are indeed so."

King Yan said to Murong Han: "In this case, brother Han might as well go to the stage of this case and explain it to all the ministers in the hall." Used it for Murong Han.

Murong Han said to all the ministers in the hall: "Yuwen has been strong for a long time, and it has been a trouble for the country. Now Yidou has usurped the country and won the country, and the public sentiment is not attached. In addition, the nature is dull, the generals are not talented, the country has no defense, and the army has no Department Wu. The minister has been in the country for a long time, and knows its terrain. Although it is far away from the strong man, the momentum is weak, and it is useless to rescue. If you hit it now, you will use a hundred grams."

Then Murong Ping took over the conversation, and said: "Brother Wang said, it must be that our Yan Kingdom first map Yuwen and then attack Goguryeo?"

"No. Goguryeo went to the country, and often had the ambition to spy on you. He knew that Yuwen was dead, and the disaster would reach him. He must take advantage of the emptiness and go deep to cover my unpreparedness. If you leave less troops, it will not be enough to defend, and if you leave more troops, it will not be enough. Let’s do it. This is a trouble in the confidant’s heart, we should get rid of it first, and see its power, it can be overcome in one fell swoop.” Murong Han continued to speak slowly to the ministers.

But Mu Yugen didn't take it seriously, and asked: "General Jianwei, does he know that the Yuwen Department has no intention of attacking me?"

"I have lived in Yuwen for a long time, and I know that I am a self-defense captive, so I can't come to fight for profit. If I take Goguryeo, I also take Yuwen. Worry, and then the Central Plains can be explored." After Murong Han finished speaking, he looked at the ministers in the hall, all the ministers were looking forward to him and listened carefully, and he continued, "I am a loyal person in Yan, and Yuwen is vulgar. See People from the Yan Kingdom have been so loyal and far-reaching, they will definitely not attack, it is a pity for Pang Yue."

After saying that, Murong Han, Gao Xu and Wang Yu all bowed their heads and fell silent.

On the throne, Murong Hao frowned when he heard Murong Han's words, as if he was relieved.Leaving the throne, he stroked Murong Han's back, and said, "Brother Han is wise, since this is the case, I want to attack Goguryeo first in this battle, how should I plan?"

Murong Han hurriedly returned the gift and said: "Brother Wang is very careful. Since I guarded Liaodong earlier, I have learned a lot about the mountains and rivers of Goguryeo. Can I use the map?"

"Get the map quickly." King Yan waved his hand to the servant.

Not long after, a complete map of Liaodong survey and public opinion was laid out on the table. King Yan sent all the ministers to come forward, and Murong Han stood behind the king's case, pointing to the map and explaining to the ministers in detail.

"Everyone, please see that there are two routes from the country of Yan to Goguryeo. The northern route is flat and wide, while the southern route is dangerous and narrow."

Wang Yu said: "Since this is the case, wouldn't it be faster to march from the North Road?"

"Wang Changshi's concerns are all common sense. If it is true, what if the enemy leader deploys heavy troops in the North Road as Wang Changshi thinks?" Murong Han asked rhetorically.

"So, does the general have a plan?" Wang Yu asked.

I saw Murong Han pointing to a city on the east side of the map, which was originally the capital of Koguryo Maru, and said: "Look at this city, everyone."Murong Han pointed to the South Road on the map and said, "If our Yan army goes out of the South Road, although the road is rough and difficult to walk, if we go out of the valley, we will go straight to the city of Wandu. If our army takes the capital city of Goguryeo, it will be defeated. The North Road is blocked, and my country of Yan can also take all of Goguryeo."

"Okay, Brother Han really has a long-term strategy." Murong Hao was overjoyed, "Since that's the case, all the generals will discuss with General Jianwei's plan."

"However, this plan is quite difficult..." Murong Han said worriedly.

"But it doesn't matter." Hearing that he was able to win Goguryeo, King Yan felt more at ease.

"If our army attacks from the South Road, Goguryeo will set up an ambush at the exit of the South Road and our army will be defeated." Murong Han said worriedly.

"That's true. In this battle, our army must march from the north to the south. The north route must send a partial division as a feint attack to attract the main force of Goguryeo and cover the main force of our Yan army from marching from the south route." The formation is so thoughtful.

"I, Wang Shengming, please lead a partial division to march from the North Road to cover the main force of our Yan army." Murong Han said awe-inspiringly.

"This... whoever acts as a false attacker will be surrounded by the enemy's army, and will be a place of life and death." Gao Xu said.

Seeing everyone's hesitation, Murong Han said again: "I have been in battle for a long time, and I am often in danger, so I have my own way of escape."

"Rong Gu think about it again." Murong Hao turned around to go to the throne, but saw a person standing up.

"My son is willing to go." Murong Ba said.

"Retire." Murong Hao said sharply, "A matter of military affairs, a place of life and death, it was a fluke for you to escape from Miyun Mountain last time. This time the lives of tens of thousands of soldiers are at stake. It is a trifling matter. Resign for me." .”

"Father..." Murong Ba was momentarily at a loss for words.

"Stop talking too much, if you talk too much, as a father, you will be kicked out of the court." Murong Hao was so angry that his beard and hair were all stretched out.

Everyone originally wanted to be silent, it's human nature to cherish one's life, but they didn't expect to be provoked by that Murong Ba child, and all the officials were disturbed.

But I saw a person standing up, it was Wang Yu, and said to King Yan: "I would like to lead the partial division out of the North Road to attract the main force of Goguryeo."

Gao Xu hurriedly stood up, "Wang Changshi, what do you mean, you have been out of the army for a long time, and you suddenly lead the army, what if..."

"Oh, Gao Nei Shi, this statement is wrong." Wang Yu smiled emotionally, "Don't you know that I also have a good plan to defeat the enemy, and I will definitely be able to break out of the encirclement."

Seeing this, King Murong Hao of Yan was overjoyed, "I'm so lonely, what more can I ask for? When I go out to fight, I will hold a whip and toast you with my own hands. On the day of victory, I will make you a Marquis."

"Thank you my king, I take orders." Wang Yu knelt down to accept the order.

Now that the most difficult thing has been solved, the rest of the plan is clear.

I saw King Yan sitting on the throne and proclaiming to the ministers: "Take Wang Yu as the general of Zhenbei, leading an army of [-], and marching from the north road to cover our army going south. After my army going south and leaving the valley, Please retreat quickly."

Wang Yu stepped forward to accept the order.

King Yan stroked his chin and said: "As for the army of the South Dao, the lonely relatives want to lead them."

But Murong Ping and Mu Yugen came forward and said: "Your Majesty's move is very inappropriate. You are in a dangerous situation, and you are afraid that you will be disrespectful to the country. I am willing to be a vanguard for your Majesty to drive."

"Brother Ping, Mu Yugen, in this battle, the two of you must stay in the royal city to monitor the situation in the country, and send elite scouts to check the movements of Yuwen and Shi Zhao at all times."

Murong Hao was still a little worried, and continued: "The Department of Yuwen was defeated last year, and it may be because of the power of Gu that he did not dare to make trouble. However, Zhao Guo has many soldiers and generals, and he is worried about the defeat of Thorn City. In addition, I am new The Mie Duan Department must be very hostile to me. I have found out that their domestic troops and horses are frequently mobilized, and I hope you two will pay close attention."

"I respect the order of the king."

"As for the striker?" He only looked at Murong Han and Murong Ba, and said, "I think Brother Han and Ba'er are the best candidates."

Hearing this, Murong Ba was very excited: "Father, are you really going to let me be the striker this time?"

"How can I lie to you as a father, this time I lead the army myself, as a father I hope that you can learn more from your uncle so that you can command the army in the future." King Yan turned to Murong Han and said: "Brother Han, this Is it okay for me to entrust Ba'er to you this time?"

"My minister is terrified, Ba'er is talented, intelligent, and brave, and I am afraid..." Murong Han knelt on one knee and replied.

"Oh, Uncle Wang is worrying too much. My son knows that you have fought with the late king for many years, and you have undeserved courage. Your bravery is known to the princes. I am afraid that I will not be able to help Uncle Wang. Uncle Wang is too modest." Murong Ba hurriedly helped him up. Murong Han.

"Brother Han, what do you think of me here?" Yan Wang said with a smile.

"The king of Yan is so lucky to have such a smart and courageous son. I am very lucky, and my country is very lucky."

"In that case, come." King Yan stepped down from the throne, took the hand of Ba'er and the hand of Murong Han, and the three held hands tightly, "Uncle Wang is far more knowledgeable than others, I hope you can guard against arrogance and impetuosity, and don't be reckless." , follow Uncle Wang's orders."

"Remember, my son."

(End of this chapter)