The Yanming of the Five Hus and Sixteen Kingdoms

Chapter 2 Heroes from ancient times gave birth to boys

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According to ancient books, this place was originally: Zhuanxu's Market.The former king of the Murong clan, Murongxin, established his capital here because he saw a mysterious bird descending on a thorn tree.It has been several years since the former king moved here from Tuhe Qingshan, and it has gradually become the largest city in Pingzhou. Although it cannot be compared with the city in the Central Plains, it is already the largest city in Murong Yan Kingdom.

Suddenly, a man stepped on a steed and galloped towards the east gate from outside the city. He galloped past the city gate, and the guards never stopped him.The visitor had three letter flags on his back, and raised his hand to pick up a piece of red silk, which is only for emergency military situations.Seeing this envoy in the territory of Yan State, nothing can be stopped.Violators of the courier have the right to act cheaply.

"Xiangping Urgent Report! Xiangping Urgent Report!" The envoy went straight to Wangcheng.

A guard of the city gate idly leaned on the shovel and said, "The report was urgent yesterday, and the report is urgent today. Since the beginning of winter, there has been no good news."

The inspector of the city gate happened to be behind the guard, and he angrily said, "What are you talking about, give me another urgent report, and I will be the first to send you to the frontier."

Although this is already a royal city, after all, the Murong family lived from the grassland to the water, and it took only one or two generations to settle in the city.This King City of Thorn City was originally a government office, and it was slowly built later to take shape.Not to mention metropolises like Jiankang, Luoyang, and Yecheng, even the Jizhou government office in the southern Youzhou land is still above it.

But as Huafeng grew, this city of spines was also built according to the shape and structure of "Kao Gong Ji" that "the square is nine miles away, and there are three gates. The middle school has nine longitudes and nine latitudes, and Zuo Zu has another society".Small but complete.

After all, it is a time of troubled times, and the city of Thorns' primary consideration is defense.Although the city is small, the walls are high and the ditches are deep, and the city defenses are strong.A few years ago, the Duan family, Yuwen family, and Shi Zhao family all attacked the city of Thorns, but relying on the high walls around them, the city defenders were equipped with rolling stones and trees, and they forcibly blocked the siege of the three families.

Although some enemy troops have occasionally invaded the city of Thorns recently, as long as the guards in the city guard behind closed doors, the enemy troops will retreat.

Wangcheng is located in the north of the city according to the shape of the Central Plains.The urgent report from the east went directly through the Suzaku Street in the middle. The Thorn City was not big in shape, and it went straight to the main gate of the King City in a short time.

Xiangping's urgent report was already on King Yan's desk, and the civil and military ministers of all ethnic groups had gathered in the meeting hall of Jiyang Palace early in the morning.

Yan Wang Murong Hao sat on the throne in the middle.

In the meeting hall, the ministers were divided into left and right according to the Han and Yi classes.

According to the practice of the Central Plains, the ministers of civil and military affairs are arranged on both sides, but now the Yan Kingdom is still small, and they don't pay much attention to it.The ministers are arranged according to nationality, county prestige and official position.

The internal history Gao Xu broke the dullness and said firstly: "Gaoguryeo is a country of barbarians, and its lord Wang Zhao is a villain. My king, in the posture of a heavenly man, personally leads a team of powerful troops to attack Wandu. The siege of Xiangping will be solved." .”

"It's absurd. How can the king personally go to a dangerous situation to save a city? I implore my king and ministers to bring our troops and fight against Goguryeo under the city of Xiangping to show off the strength of our soldiers." Former military adviser general Murong Ping interrupted Gao Xu's speech.

"Murong Ping, this battle is the first battle of our army after we quelled the Murongren Rebellion. The soldiers have been fighting for years, and the soldiers are exhausted. The Goguryeo puppet king saw that I had just subsided the civil strife, and the army's morale must be unstable. If the king personally marches, it will definitely boost morale , and win it in one battle." King Yan explained for Gao Xu, "I have discussed this matter with Gao Xu in advance, so don't blame me."

Murong Ping arched his hands and said: "But I heard what Brother Wang meant, but Brother Wang leads the army himself, so I don't feel at ease."

"You don't have to worry about it. Brother Ping was originally worried about this. I forgive the Goguryeo king for being timid. He will leave when he sees my flag." ?”

General Zhechong Mu Yugendao stepped forward and said: "My king is very worried. Although my Great Yan Kingdom has not been established for a long time, the Xianbei people are skilled in bows and horses. But the Han people are quite proficient in guarding the city. I heard that the two cities in the east Most of the soldiers in the army are Han Chinese." After a pause, he continued: "The general who defends the city is Murong Khan. Although he was demoted to Xiangping after the defeat of Liucheng, he defended himself with all his strength and treated the soldiers well. With him in Xiangping, he would be safe. "

King Yan took over the conversation: "Exactly, thinking that he has honed his character in the past few years, and will use him a lot in the future. The title of General Pingyuan must be him."

King Yan seemed to have thought of something suddenly, and said: "I just remember that today is the New Year's Day in the Central Plains. Although our Xianbei family does not celebrate this festival, those who govern all people must be the same as all people. Although I, Murong Xianbei, have lived here for a long time, the princes are humble Me." The King of Yan said slowly: "Thanks to all the officers and men, and the ministers of the Han family, our country of Yan has gradually occupied the land of this state. In addition, my Murong family loves Hua, and all the overseas Chinese from the Central Plains have entered our territory of Yan."

"My king is far-sighted and far-sighted, and if he wants to get more help from the family, the name of King Yan Guoqin is indispensable." Sili Yang went out of the line of officials and said to King Yan.

"Yang Shiqiu's words are not bad." King Yan praised, "If you want to achieve great things, you must first learn from a famous teacher. I have already submitted a letter to the Jin court to obtain the titles of Liaodong Duke and Pingzhou Governor. Everyone in the Central Plains family defected. I, the Great Yan, defected to the Jin family. Now the Jin family is weak, and my Yan Guozhi is not limited to this Pingzhou. I want to make a statement to the Jin family again, asking for the title of King Yan, and wanting to win the land of Youzhou in the south. If I take this Pingzhou , Youer Prefecture. It may not be feasible to plan the Central Plains, but it can protect itself. If my second city in Liaodong is captured this year, the world will laugh at me, Murong Xianbei, for not being self-sufficient, and trying to become king in vain, which will only increase laughter."

Murong Ping knew that he had made a slip of the tongue just now, so he said: "Brother Wang is very worried. It's because I have little talent and learning. I didn't expect that this battle would have the intention of establishing a prestige. Brother Wang is far-sighted."

"Brother Ping, you have always been loyal. In the army, you have often charged forward and defended the country with sincerity. But if you want to give you a big responsibility, it is not enough to only know how to serve in the army." King Yan supported his younger brother Murong Ping a lot. Array often takes him by his side.Now that the affairs of Yan State are becoming more and more complicated, some state affairs are gradually handed over to him, and he intends to cultivate them.

King Yan suddenly turned his head and asked: "Let me ask you, whether the winter supplies I mentioned in the two cities of Liaodong have been properly transported."

Murong Ping, when he heard Brother Wang's words, even though it was deep winter, his face was still red hot.

"Brother Qi, winter clothes and firewood have been prepared beforehand, but food is still a little short."

Murong Hao swung his long sword and only chopped off a corner of Wang An.

"This is the most important thing. Listen, what you fight for is money and food. Soldiers use their lives in front of them. They don't want to be rich and powerful, but they want to have a bite to eat. As a former general, you are now in charge of the military supplies of Yan State Whether it is a big or small matter, if there is a problem with the food, it may lead to chaos. If there is another crime, it will be like this case."

Murong Ping fell to the ground and shouted: "Brother Wang, I don't know, I am a Xianbei soldier, and I didn't spend much food. Last year, there was a severe drought, and now our country is occupying more and more cities, and the number of Han soldiers has increased rapidly, so we can't raise food and grass. Come on. Therefore, my brother has postponed for a while, please rest assured, brother Wang, I have chosen a capable official, and the food and grass will be delivered in a few days."

"You... oh, you have missed my important event. Although my Murong family started in the grasslands, but now I have entered the city. If I want to take over the world, I must work together with all the noble families, Han people, Fuyu people, and even Xiongnu, Qiang, Di, if you go to our country of Yan, you will be all subjects of the country of Yan, and you are in charge of the turnover of materials in our country of Yan, which has a lot to do with you, do you understand?"

Murong Ping bowed and said: "I am ashamed, I will treat the subjects of the Yan state as if I were like a robe from now on."

Prince Murong Ke stepped forward and said: "My father's words are true. I, Gao Xu, the governor of Great Yan, is quick-witted, and Liu Peirui, the prefect of Xuantu, is unstoppable. Last year, he led more than a hundred people to attack Zhao Zhen, and he also served as the Prime Minister Feng Yi to plan. Planning, turnaround and scheduling are the reasons why my country of Yan is prosperous. Uncle, if our country of Yan wants to protect itself in this troubled world, we must work together. Not only I, Murong Xianbei, but all the subjects in my country of Yan are all people of my country of Yan. .”

"Brother Ke, what you said is very true." The eldest son Murong Jun said, "Ministers, I am Xianbei Murong: where does the so-called come from?" Murong Jun took a step forward: "It's'Mu Eryi's virtue, following the three light's appearance' I came here. Previously, I read the Records of the Former Kings. How the Murong family captured Pingzhou and moved into the city of Thorns is not unrelated to my previous king’s policy of "Diligent Kings and Justice". Everyone in the world said: "At that time, the two capitals were overthrown, the seclusion, the fall of Hebei, the reform of punishment and government, the humility to attract, and the exiled soldiers returned to them." If our country of Yan wants to compete in the Central Plains, we must rely on your family."

"What my son said is exactly what Guzhi thinks. If my Murong family wants to achieve great success, I must rely on you." King Yan turned back and said, "Brother Ping, you see that you are not as good as your two nephews. The army rations for the city were originally in the treasury. Why haven't they shipped yet? I wonder if you want to sell them at a high price during the New Year's Day. With the profits, you can buy horses from the northern ministries, buy salt and iron from the south, and sell the hatchbacks , in order to receive generous gifts, do you have the heart to do so?"

"My lord Mingjian, I beseech you, I absolutely dare not have such a heart. I would like to work with all ministers and serve you wholeheartedly." Murong Pingbai fell to the ground.

"Report" suddenly saw a sergeant kneeling down outside the hall, presenting an urgent report with both hands.

The king of Yan sent his servant to say, "Quickly declare!"

I saw Ping Bo hurried out of the hall, took the urgent report and presented it to King Yan.King Yan read it, but saw that King Yan couldn't sit firmly on the throne, and almost fell from it.All the ministers only listen to the word.

"Brother Khan, give me back Brother Khan" King Yan choked up.

All the ministers were afraid and did not dare to go forward.After a long time, Sili Yangqu signaled the servant to fetch the military report, read it hastily, and passed it on to everyone in the Murong clan.

"I, Wang Shaoyou, Murong Khan has played an important role in guarding Xiangping in the past few years. I originally wanted him to enter the capital next year, but I didn't realize it." Yang Yu was always by King Yan's side, and he knew that King Yan Su liked Murong Khan's bravery.It's just that in Liucheng's defeat back then, Murong Khan didn't listen to King Yan's military orders, and the Prime Minister Feng Yi couldn't do anything to dissuade him.According to the rules, he should be beheaded, but the king of Yan couldn't bear it and didn't want to kill him.It was only then that he was assigned as a soldier to cultivate his mind, and he was originally intended to make great use of him.

King Yan said viciously: "If I capture the head of the Goguryeo enemy, I will be crushed."

The prime minister, Feng Yi, was old enough to seek the country, and stepped forward to persuade the king of Yan: "Our soldiers in Yan are exhausted now, and it will not be too late for Goguryeo to be destroyed in the next year. This year, we can only repel the enemy first and keep our eastern border stable."

"Prime Minister Feng is very considerate, indeed, this is an eventful autumn, not only Goguryeo..." King Yan took out another military report from the king's case, handed it to Prime Minister, and circulated it to all the officials.

After the circulation, all the ministers and generals in the court were in a commotion.

"It turned out to be the harassment of the Yuwen tribe. I thought it was secretly conspiring with Zhao Guo and Goguryeo, and the country was in danger. Now it is just the Yuwen tribe. According to the secret report of the scouts, the main Wangting is still in the Beihai area. Just let the northern border town hold on." Murong Ke has experienced the army formation for a long time and is quite insightful.

This son is a leader among Murong's peers, he has already made great achievements at the age of 16, King Yan and the army often prefer to discuss with him, and also want to mention him.

But he reported back to King Yan, "However, I still think that I should give it a head-on blow. If not, wouldn't the Hus belittle my country."

"This statement is very true. Guyuan also had this intention. However, since the beginning of winter, the four regions have been disturbed. If you don't stick to it, you will definitely be able to defeat the enemy. However, Goguryeo in the east and Zhao State in the west are becoming more and more powerful. If you don't make a surprise attack in the north, I'm afraid that in the coming year, I will think that there is no one in my country of Yan." King Yan agreed with Ke'er's intention.

King Yan said to the ministers in the hall, "Gu originally wanted to lead the army to beat Yuwenbe's tribe first, and then lead the victorious army to solve the crisis in Xiangping, Liaodong. Immediately, we will go straight to Marucheng, the capital of Goguryeo, and we must strike the front of the soldiers."

General Zhechong Mu Yugen said: "Your Majesty, with a majestic posture, came to the front line in person. The soldiers are excited, and they will be able to defeat the stubborn captives in one fell swoop. Moreover, Xiangping is the key point to the east of our country. It is the horn of Xuantu. If the city is broken, it will be terrifying. Liaodong is in danger."

State Minister Feng Yi also analyzed the situation in Yan State, and said: "Furthermore, since autumn this year, Zhao State has frequently attacked our western border. The commander-in-chief cannot be transferred to the east. Now the new captain of Xiangping is Cui Yi, who has been in the army for many years. Goguryeo should not be able to break through Xiangping suddenly, but I am afraid that it will change over time."

Mu Yugen agreed with Feng Yi's words: "Many years ago, the three families of Yuwen, Duanbu, and Shizhao were in a hurry to attack our capital city, Thorn City. However, my king, wearing a strong and persistent sword, personally climbed the tower, and all the soldiers and soldiers used their lives. Moreover, Goguryeo is a small state, so if we attack Xiangping City so fiercely, its domestic defense must be empty."

The son stepped forward and said: "It is precisely because the general guarding Xiangping is a member of the Cui clan, he should send troops early."

"Your Majesty's words are not unreasonable." Yan Wang was still worried about Cui Shi, "But the Yuwen tribe in the north harassed our northern border, so we had to find another good general. Who is willing to lead the army to fight?" Yan Wang inspected the hall generals.

Murong Ke stepped forward and said: "I am willing to go. Since the beginning of spring this year, I have recruited strong people from all ethnic groups, and I have obtained [-] soldiers. This is a vigorous army. The Ministry is a small test of the chopper."

"Brother Ke, he became famous in Yanzhao last year, and now he's going to make waves in the Liaodong tribes." Murong Jun said quietly.

King Yan's tone was a little sullen, and he said: "My son, your younger brother is also worrying about the country. You have made great achievements in supervising the country. You are alone in your eyes. You are running smoothly with logistics, food and grass. You are planning a strategy. The decisive victory is far away from thousands of miles away, and you are well-organized and dispatched, which is also a great achievement. Your younger brother attacked the city and pulled out the stronghold, and you also performed the duty of a minister. If you do a good job of supervising the country, I will also give you credit for your father."

Murong Jun hurriedly apologized and said: "I would like to listen to my father's instruction. I said that this younger brother is also a dragon and a phoenix among the people. He is famous among all the barbarians, and it also shows the majestic appearance of my Prince Yan."

King Yan changed his expression and said with a smile: "My son, what you said is the meaning of loneliness. Only with this kind of mind can you become a master."

"My son is also willing to go out together, willing to try the sharp edge in your hand." A loud voice came from the back of the meeting hall.It caused everyone to look back.

"So it's A Liudun, why don't you go to school today." King Yan said with a smile.

"Murong Ba, why are you meddling in this important military matter? I brought you here to discuss the matter, which is already a violation of the rules, but you are so unscrupulous." Murong Ke was very annoyed, and couldn't stop complaining about Murong Ba.

King Yan raised his hand, signaling Murong Ke not to blame him, and said: "Murong Ke, listen to what my tyrant has to say."

As he said that, Murong Hao waved his hands, motioning for Murong Ba to come over.

"Father, this Ah Liudun, it turned out that Liu Zanji, who had been studying for a while, went home after drinking, and wanted to come to this meeting hall to listen, but unexpectedly he interfered." Murong Ke finished speaking and glanced at Murong Ba.

"No, Brother Ke, you know that Huo Qubing, the famous general in ancient times, was young and weak. He attacked the Xiongnu in the north, hollowed out the Western Regions, opened up thousands of miles, captured the Xiongnu to sacrifice to the Tianjin people, and was crowned champion. His ambition is not in his old age."

Murong Ke said angrily: "Then you are only thirteen now, the year of dancing spoons, you are not yet ready for dancing spears and sticks."

"My country of Great Yan is in the midst of life and death. All the men of the country of Yan are men fighting, and women are lucky. We Murong people should invite everyone to fight."

As soon as King Yan changed his majesty in the court hall, he only looked at Murong Ba with a smile, "Hahaha, I never thought that you would care for the country so much at such a young age. Okay, let me ask you as a father, if the enemy comes to attack you, What do you want?"

Murong Ba's bright eyes stared straight at King Yan, "Grandpa, as the ancient military strategists said: 'All warriors, use righteousness to win with odds.' If Grandpa asks me now, my answer will be just on paper. .If I follow Grandpa on the expedition and ask me what to do, I will make the best use of the situation, go out of my way, and go out of my way.”

"My child is smart, let me ask you, who taught you these things?" After hearing this, King Yan became interested.

Murong Ba was already standing in the center of the meeting hall at this time, without any fear, he said generously: "I pestered Brother Ke to teach me, and Brother Ke led the army when he was weak. I will be one of the lieutenants under Brother Ke, and I will be at his disposal."

Murong Hao's eyes lit up, and he smiled and said: "My son has such a heart, I am very relieved, I don't know what Ke'er wants."

"Father, a sword has no eyes, and it's better to have a long-term plan when it comes to military matters." Murong Ke showed a look of embarrassment.

"Well, for my father, I think it's really rare for Ba'er to have such a heart. It's a blessing to let this A Liudun get acquainted with the army. I think it's a blessing to be a member of you. Lieutenant general, it's not impossible."

"This..." Murong Ke showed embarrassment.

At this moment, Murong Jun said abruptly: "Father, I, Murong Xianbei, came from the grasslands, so I should be good at bowing horses. Now, my overlord brother volunteered for Ying, and I feel that this is also a good thing for my Murong royal family. Please set an example and ask for your father's permission." Murong Jun talked eloquently in the court, "Now that our clan has moved to the city, we have gradually lost the horse riding and shooting skills of our grassland tribe. My tribe should be proficient in horse bow and horse since childhood. Brother Ba, you mentioned Just in time."

"My son, go to Ba'er, I'm still too young, I'm afraid I will lose it." Murong Ke said worriedly, "Since ancient times, soldiers have been used as weapons. If Ba'er makes any mistakes, how can I tell my father, all princes, Uncle Wang explained."

"Ba'er, come here," King Yan unconsciously hugged Murong Ba, letting him sit side by side on the throne.He stroked his head and asked, "As a father, let me ask you, do you really want to go?"

"Think!" Murong Ba didn't hesitate.

"Okay, all the soldiers listen to the order." Yan Wang straightened up and announced the call.

Everyone said in unison: "Yes."

"Tomorrow, I will lead my own army and attack Koguryo King City to relieve the siege of Xiangping. Murong Ping and Yang Yu will accompany you."

"As ordered." Murong Ping and Yang Wu replied.

"My son, Murong Jun is in charge of the country, the country's prime minister is in charge, and he is in the middle of the mediation. The elder Shi Gaoxu is temporarily in charge of transporting the food and supplies of the various armies."

"Yes." The three stood up and said.

"As for the matter of attacking the Yuwen Department..." King Yan paused, "Prince Murong Ke led his own troops to attack the Yuwen Department. Murong Ba."

Murong Ba turned straight and replied: "Yes"

"The prince, Murong Ba, is the deputy general accompanying Murong Ke."

"As ordered!"

"For my father, I will hand over 500 members of the confidant guards under your full command, so as to strengthen the army." Murong Hao took off the seal on his body and handed it to him, "Murong Ba, hurry up and take it."

"Thank you, Father."

"Impossible" Murong Jun hurriedly replied, "My father handed over my trusted guards to my younger brother Ba. I am in danger myself, and my son is worried about my father."

"My son is too much to worry about. The military matters are that the generals are of the same mind, and the three armies use their lives. As my father, I am in that Yan's army, so this is my personal guard. My Dayan's army is all for my own. I have made up my mind, and I shall not remonstrate."

"No." Everyone replied in unison.

(End of this chapter)