Datang: Begin with Li Shimin as a father

Chapter 179 The whole country was shocked, and another one who could fight came out
"Today, the Supreme Emperor mentioned Chai Lingwu..."

"Father and mother, after discussing it, I think it's very good. The Chai family is a relative of the emperor, and Ling Wu is also very accomplished in military affairs. He has both martial arts and martial arts, and he is a good-looking talent..."

When Wu Zhao heard this, the tall and heroic Chai Lingwu came to her mind.

If you compare them carefully, Chai Lingwu is indeed a first-class handsome man in Luntai City.

And just like what my father said, he is not only a relative of the emperor, but also has both martial arts and martial arts.

If you marry him, it is also a good choice.

Thinking of this, Wu Zhao saluted gracefully.

"A daughter listens to her father and mother..."

"well……"

The samurai Xun laughed happily when he saw Wu Zhao being so sensible.

"Father, go and discuss with the Supreme Emperor about your marriage with Ling Wu."

"Father, my daughter will go with you. My daughter has been with the teacher for many years. For such a big matter, it is natural to consult the teacher."

After hearing Wu Zhao's words, the warrior Xun nodded in satisfaction and said.

"Yes, I didn't think carefully about my father. I really need to seek the opinion of His Royal Highness King Qin on this matter."

The warrior Xun got up and led Wu Zhao to the Governor's Mansion.

"Master, father and mother intend to betroth Wu Zhao to Chai Lingwu..."

In Li Gen's room.

Wu Zhao blushed and said.

Hearing this, Li Gen smiled and nodded.

The Queen's fate is finally about to change.

Once she and Ling Wu get married, things in the future will be completely different from the track of history.

"Okay, Ling Wu is really good. Leaving aside his status as a relative of the emperor, he is also a talented person with both martial arts and martial arts."

"Master thought that you and Ling Wu would definitely be happy together."

"At that time, the teacher will personally preside over the wedding ceremony for you two. Both of you are students of the teacher, and they are also students who are very valued by the teacher..."

"My dear concubine, prepare a dowry for Wu Zhao. My king's eldest disciple is getting married, and my king's wishes must be sent to..."

When Princess Qin heard the words, she naturally smiled and agreed.

Li Gen's words made Wu Zhao's eyes flush with emotion.

It turned out that I was so important in the teacher's heart.

Master, you actually want to buy a dowry for yourself.

……

When Chai Lingwu learned that Wu Zhao had agreed to the marriage, he would wake up with a smile in his dreams at night when he was happy.

Wu Zhao is not just the chief disciple of the dean.

And it is recognized by Luntai City as the number one beautiful girl.

Chai Lingwu was so excited when he thought that the beautiful woman was about to fall into his arms!

It is simply not necessary.

Before the Zhengyuan Festival.

Li Gen and the warrior Xun held a grand wedding ceremony for Chai Lingwu and Wu Zhao.

The excitement of the wedding was no less than that of Changle and Fang Yiai's big wedding.

Li Gen's preference for Wu Zhao and Chai Lingwu can be seen from this.

In the new house in Chai Mansion.

A newlyweds sit side by side.

One is excited.

One is looking forward to it.

"Miss, let's go to the kang..."

"Um……"

After listening to Chai Lingwu's words, Wu Zhao's voice could only be heard by himself.

wonderful...

Ever since, from passive beating to active attack.

Wu Zhao experienced the biggest transformation and change in his life.

Because of the Zhengyuan Festival, the college is already on holiday.

The two can rest assured and boldly stay up all night.

Don't worry, go to the academy to teach the kids with dark circles under your eyes.

.........

Liaodong City!
At this time, Liaodong was a county seat of Goguryeo, and it was also a strategically important place, which was easy to defend but difficult to attack.

The Tang army led by Prince Li Chengqian has been confronting the Goguryeo army in Liaodong for three full months.

There were casualties on both sides, but Tang Jun's casualties were obviously greater.

Inside the huge tent, Li Chengqian's face was ashen.

Changsun Wuji, Hou Junji, Zhang Liang and others all had serious expressions on their faces.

No one expected that this battle has been going on for more than three months.

The casualties of the army have exceeded [-], but now, Liaodong has not even been taken.

If you win Liaodong, you can conquer Goguryeo's most solid line of defense, which will play a decisive role in the victory or defeat of the entire battle.

"His Royal Highness, the mountain is currently covered by heavy snow, and our army does not have enough food and grass to support us for ten days. Why not retreat for now until the food and grass supply is sufficient. After the beginning of spring, it will not be too late to attack Liaodong!"

General Zhang Liang's words made Li Chengqian clenched his fists.

Withdrawal?

After the withdrawal of the troops, the territory that was finally conquered will belong to Goguryeo again.

Wait until after the beginning of spring, and then attack Liaodong?
It has been half a year since I led the army to leave Chang'an City.

For such a long time, not to mention the leveling of Goguryeo, even a small Liaodong has not been won.

Thinking of his bold words in front of his father, Li Chengqian wished he could get into the hole right away.

"You can't withdraw your troops, you absolutely can't withdraw your troops!"

Li Chengqian said almost roaring.

"After finally reaching the city of Liaodong, how can we withdraw our troops lightly?"

"Within ten days, no matter how much you pay, you must take Liaodong City."

"Hou Junji, Zhang Liang, the two generals obey orders!"

"Organize the soldiers immediately and launch an attack late at night... I will take the lead tonight..."

Faced with Prince Li Chengqian's military orders, Zhang Liang had no choice but to bow and salute to accept the orders.

"Your Highness, you can't... You must not, go online and kill the enemy..."

Changsun Wuji was about to cry.

Li Chengqian is the Crown Prince of the Tang Dynasty, the eldest son of His Majesty and Empress.

If there is any damage to him, let's not talk about the big event of Conglong in the future.

After returning to Chang'an City, the accompanying generals and important officials, without exception, all had unshirkable responsibilities.

"Uncle, don't say any more, since the king of Qin can go to battle to kill the enemy, how can I hide in this big army camp?"

When Li Chengqian's words fell to the ground, the generals were instantly refreshed.

King Qin, His Royal Highness King Qin's valiant achievements have long been spread throughout the Tang Dynasty.

How can there be such a big gap between people?
They are also experienced generals, and now His Royal Highness is also full of blood.

Why, can't we fight a soul-stirring victory?

"Soldiers, I have led the soldiers to attack Goguryeo for half a year."

"Ahead is Liaodong City. In order to stop our army, Goguryeo built the Great Wall outside Liaodong City."

"It's winter right now, and the mountains are covered by heavy snow. To be honest, our army is seriously short of food and grass. If we can't win Liaodong City tonight."

"I and the soldiers, even if we don't die under the enemy's spears and arrows, we will starve to death because the food and grass cannot be supplied..."

"Soldiers, you are all heroes of the Tang Dynasty..."

"The heroes of the Tang Dynasty would rather die in battle than retreat half a step..."

"Taking Liaodong City and destroying Goguryeo!"

At the critical moment, Li Chengqian staged a good show of putting himself to death and rebirth.

Originally, there were still ten days of food and grass, but he said that he had run out of food.

Everywhere is a death.

They are all passionate men, who died in battle, shrouded in horse leather, is the best destination.

If this battle is won, the problem of food and grass will be solved.

"Taking Liaodong City and destroying Goguryeo!"

"Taking Liaodong City and destroying Goguryeo!"

The soldiers held their spears in their hands and raised their arms and shouted.

A bright smile appeared on Li Chengqian's face.

Morale has risen, and next, it depends on the final situation of this battle.

"Soldiers, follow me to rush..."

Li Chengqian took the lead.

Take the lead in rushing towards Liaodong City.

Changsun Wuji and Changsun Chong were so frightened that they hurriedly followed closely.

"Go... go..."

There are no cowards in the Tang Dynasty.

His Royal Highness is so desperate, so why not the soldiers die!
The screaming army went straight to Liaodong City.

Because it was in the middle of the night, despite the Goguryeo Defense Army, there were people monitoring Tang Jun's every move day and night.

The attack in the middle of the night still caused the Goguryeo army to panic instantly.

The morale of the Tang army was high, and the enemy counterattacked in a panic.

When Li Chengqian was the first to cross the Great Wall built by Goguryeo in Liaodong City.

The Tang army brigade quickly crossed the Great Wall together.

"Kill...kill...kill..."

Li Chengqian drew out his sword, his eyes were firm.

At this moment, he seemed to be able to feel King Qin's disposition on the battlefield at that time.

"Kill...kill...kill..."

The 10,000+ army roared in unison, and the sound was enough to shake the world.

In this battle, the generals and soldiers of the Tang Dynasty, who were put to death and survived, played with momentum and prestige.

Before dawn, the army successfully captured Liaodong City.

Sure enough, there is enough food and grass in Liaodong City.

In order to stop the Tang army, Goguryeo prepared enough food and grass in Liaodong.

I never thought that I would make wedding dresses for the soldiers of the Tang Dynasty.

After resting for three days, the army divided into two groups.

Li Chengqian and Hou Jun gathered and led the army all the way to Baiyan City.

Zhang Liang and Changsun Wuji led the team to the southeast.

The two sides agreed to meet at the Yalu River.

In the battle of Baiyancheng, there was almost no resistance from the Goguryeo army.

It seems that they dispatched all the main force of the army to Liaodong City.

After crossing Qianheng Mountain, Dahang City is far away.

Li Chengqian held his clairvoyance and raised his eyes to look into the distance.

"General Hou, this Dahang City is an important town in Goguryeo, and there must be a considerable number of defenders."

"While the news that our army has broken Liaodong City has not reached Dahang City, why don't we sneak attack this city late at night."

"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is wise, and the general thinks it is very good."

Hou Junji clasped his fists and saluted.

That night, the Tang Army sneaked into Dahang City and won the battle with negligible damage to our army.

In Dahang City, the high-spirited Li Chengqian rewarded the army.

After three days, move on.

Before arriving at the Yalu River, the army led by General Zhang Liang and Changsun Wuji successfully joined Prince Li Chengqian.

Knowing that they had won a great victory all the way, Li Chengqian couldn't hide his joy.

Speaking of the Yalu River, I have to talk about the history and origin of the Yalu River.

The Yalu River was called Weishui in ancient times.In the Han Dynasty, it was called Mazi River, and in Sui and Tang Dynasties, it was called Datong River.The name of the Yalu River was officially confirmed in the Tang Dynasty.

One said, it got its name because the color of the river water resembles the color of a duck's head.

The second is that two tributaries, the Yalu River and the Lujiang River, flow into the upper reaches of the river, so they are merged into one and called the Yalu River.

Li Chengqian held his clairvoyance and looked away.

"Gentlemen, across the Yalu River, there is a Goguryeo army camp."

"It seems that they are also well prepared in case Liaodong City falls."

Li Chengqian's voice fell to the ground.

All the generals raised their clairvoyance in unison.

Sure enough, there were not only large army camps on the opposite side, but also soldiers, patrolling the other side of the river.

Inside the huge camp, Li Chengqian and the generals discussed carefully.

If we forcibly cross the river, the archers on the opposite side will inevitably cause a lot of casualties to our army.

Finally, it was decided to send [-] soldiers to arrive on the other side by boat late at night.

If it can be done quietly without being discovered by the enemy, then directly set fire to the company battalion.

It is also a blessing in disguise.

That night, the northwest wind blew strongly.

Three thousand soldiers boarded the ship in the dark.

Ride down the wind and go straight to the other side.

This section of the river is not very wide at all, but if converted into the distance of later generations, it is only about 500 meters.

With the help of the wind, three thousand soldiers quickly reached the other side.

It was very windy and rough, and it was late at night.The soldiers who arrived on the shore were not discovered by the Goguryeo soldiers on patrol.

Armed with horizontal knives, the soldiers quietly landed on the shore, and dealt with the patrolling soldiers one by one.

Then the killing mode in the camp was turned on.

When pieces of fire are lit on the other side.

Li Chengqian's excitement was beyond words.

"Soldiers, board the ship with me, the vanguard has completed their mission!"

When the army arrived on the other side, blood was already flowing on the bank.

This is the most beautiful victory of the Tang army in the whole war. It wiped out all the enemy troops without any casualties.

The Battle of the Yalu River also completely broke through the Goguryeo army, the last barrier that they thought was solid.

The army stayed on the riverside overnight, and began to disperse north and south to wipe out the enemy.

Because the entire Yalu River, not just this one, has patrol soldiers.

Before dawn, the Tang army wiped out all the enemy troops, more than [-] people.

There is no doubt that the real main force of Goguryeo is not much left.

In the huge camp, Li Chengqian summoned all the soldiers again in high spirits.

After some discussion, it was decided that General Zhang Liang and Changsun Wuji would lead the army and continue to march southeast.

Li Chengqian and Hou Junji led their troops and went straight to Fuyu City.

The two parties agreed to finally meet outside Pyongyang.

After conquering Fuyu City, there is only Suyi City left in front of Pyongyang City.

The two battles were almost effortless.

The Tang army's tendency to destroy the ancients and destroy the ancients began to take shape after conquering Liaodong City. In the battle of the Yalu River, the army completely had a kind of morale that is better than me.

The army led by General Zhang Liang and Changsun Wuji was also invincible all the way.

The army rejoined outside Pyongyang again.

After resting for three days, Li Chengqian gave an order.

Tang Jun continued to attack Pyongyang City in the middle of the night.

Pyongyang City, the city wall is five meters high.

In addition to the casualties in the siege strategy, the soldiers of the Tang army who entered the city opened the gate of Pyongyang.

This war is already doomed.

"Congratulations, Your Highness, congratulations, Your Highness!"

In the city of Pyongyang, in a luxurious palace.

Li Chengqian sat upright, accepting congratulations from all the officers and men.

Li Chengqian wept with joy at this situation.

The only regret is that the king of Goguryeo has not been seen so far.

Counting the days, it has been eight months since I left Chang'an City on July [-], the ninth year of Zhenguan.

Even the Zhengyuan Festival and Shangyuan Day of the tenth year of Zhenguan, Li Chengqian and his soldiers spent on the battlefield.

In the past eight months, Li Chengqian's disposition has undergone a great change.

He deeply understood how difficult it was for King Qin to defeat Tuyuhun and wipe out the Persian and Dashi allied forces.

After he led a soldier once, Li Chengqian knew that fighting a war is really not just a casual talk.

If it weren't for the bravery of General Zhang Liang and General Hou Junji, if it wasn't for his uncle Sun Wuji's daily advice.

Li Chengqian understood that it was impossible to reach Pyongyang in this battle.

What I lead is an army of 20, a full 20 army.

What if he led [-] soldiers like King Qin?
Impossible, impossible to do!
Deep in his heart, Li Chengqian admitted for the first time that he was indeed inferior to King Qin.

But so what?In this battle, I won after all, I am still the prince of the Tang Dynasty, and the position of prince will be even more solid.

"Soldiers, today's victory is due to all the soldiers. After the army triumphantly returns to Chang'an City, this palace will tell the truth to the father, and the father will definitely reward the soldiers!"

"Come on, all soldiers, raise the wine bottle!"

"Drink wins, drink wins, drink wins!"

When Li Chengqian's words fell, all the soldiers raised their wine bottles one after another.

"Drink wins, drink wins, drink wins!"

The excited grandson Wuji began to write eloquently with pen and ink.

I wish I could send Prince Li Chengqian to the sky and into the earth for writing, omnipotent.

This is the good news to send to Chang'an City. As the uncle of Prince Li Chengqian, Changsun Wuji knows very well that with the strong rise of His Highness King Qin, he is now tied to the same boat as Chengqian.

Once the ship capsizes, it will be an unimaginable situation.

Therefore, Changsun Wuji, even if he puts his life on the line, he must not watch the boat capsize.

After Li Chengqian read the happy news written by his uncle, his face was full of joy.

There is no doubt that Li Chengqian contributed the most to the happy news.

The victory over Goguryeo was entirely the result of Li Chengqian's use of soldiers like a god and taking the lead.

The [-] soldiers who died in battle were completely ignored by Changsun Wuji. On top of the good news, there was no mention of the soldiers who died in battle.

"Report, the king of Goguryeo is wearing common clothes and mixing among the common people, and has been discovered by our army."

"it is good!"

Li Chengqian was overjoyed when he heard the words, and escorting King Goguryeo back to Chang'an City was something that would make his father overjoyed.

"Take care of the King of Goguryeo. Except for the left-behind soldiers, the army is ready to return to the court."

Li Chengqian seemed to have seen the scene of the army returning triumphantly, and the emperor father and queen mother leading civil and military officials out of the city to meet them.

"Your Highness, at this time, you might as well go all out and win Baekje..."

After listening to General Zhang Liang's report, Li Chengqian was taken aback for a moment, and instantly regained his energy.

"What General Zhang said is true, what do the generals think?"

"The final general would like to obey His Royal Highness' orders!"

All the generals bowed together and saluted.

"come..."

"Send the good news to Chang'an City as soon as possible within [-] miles..."

"If the father asks, I will say that I led the army to attack Baekje for the father and the Tang Dynasty..."

The messenger soldier took the good news and respectfully led away.

Li Chengqian personally led Zhang Liang and Hou Junji, two generals, and [-] elite soldiers, and went straight to Baekje.

Changsun Wuji led an army of [-] to guard the city of Pyongyang.

Compared with Goguryeo, Baekje is just a tiny place, with an army of [-], they are already very highly regarded.

To the south of Baekje is Silla.

Silla is a subsidiary state of Datang, and has been bullied by Baekje in recent years.

The Silla envoy once wrote a letter to Li Shimin, the emperor of the Tang Dynasty, about this, and the prince Li Chengqian was also very clear about this.

So when General Zhang Liang proposed to attack Baekje, Li Chengqian became extremely excited in an instant.

I was so overwhelmed that I forgot that there was a country called Baekje not far from Pyongyang.

…………

Chang'an City in early summer is full of vigor and vitality.

After a winter of hard work, the cement factory in Chang'an City has produced a large amount of cement.

Throughout the spring, around and within Chang'an City, the concrete pavement of the dormitory was busy.

The concrete road from the Western Regions to Chang'an City has already been built to Chang'an City.

This caused Li Shimin to revel in the whole city under the joy of Long Yan.

The only thing Li Shimin is worried about recently is the situation of the 20 army led by Li Chengqian attacking Goguryeo.

It stands to reason that it has been more than eight months since the expedition, even if it is climbing, it is time to climb back.

So far, there is still no news from the army.

How could Li Shimin not worry.

Fortunately, after Li Shimin asked Yuan Tiangang and Li Chunfeng to do the divination, they insisted that although the prince's trip was turbulent, a great victory can be expected!
The divination of Yuan Tiangang and Li Chunfeng comforted Li Shimin somewhat.

Although Empress Changsun never worried about Chengqian on the surface, Li Shimin knew that she had cried secretly in the middle of the night many times.

Because the maids of the Lizheng Palace saw it with their own eyes, and Li Shimin's heart was in pain like a knife when he heard the words.

In the Xiande Palace, just when Li Shimin was about to speak, he would leave the court if there was nothing to do.

Deafening cheers came from the west of the city.

"Your Majesty, Your Majesty, Your Majesty!"

What's wrong with this?
Li Shimin suddenly thought of a possibility.

Even Empress Zhangsun in the Lizheng Hall hurried out of the hall.

With a pair of beautiful eyes, he went straight to the west of Chang'an City.

"Happy news, good news, good news..."

"His Royal Highness, the king of Goguryeo has been captured, and he will be escorted back to Chang'an City soon!"

"Happy news, good news, good news..."

"His Royal Highness, defeat Goguryeo..."

The sound came from the Suzaku Gate, and the crisp sound of horseshoes gradually became audible.

Hot tears rolled down the cheeks of Empress Changsun.

She took out her handkerchief, quickly wiped away her tears, and walked towards Lizheng Hall with a smile.

Li Shimin led all civil and military officials to the outside of Xiande Hall.

"Happy news, good news, good news..."

"His Royal Highness, defeat Goguryeo..."

The voice of the messenger soldier was getting closer and clearer.

At this time, the sun was rising beautifully, and a bright smile appeared on Li Shimin's face.

Chengqian, my son, did not disappoint his father.

Among Lao Tzu's sons, there was finally another one who could fight.

The messenger soldiers saw that His Majesty led all the civil and military officials in front of Xiande Hall.

Immediately get off the horse, and after respectfully saluting, present the happy news.

Li Shimin took apart the happy announcement happily. The familiar handwriting and fonts, at first glance, it was written by Changsun Wuji.

Li Shimin read the happy news in one breath.

"Hand down my oral order, the crown prince has won a big victory, and the whole country celebrates three days together..."

"Congratulations, Your Majesty, Congratulations Your Highness!"

All the officials saluted and congratulated him one after another.

Whether it's the prince's side or the king of Qin's side.

Everyone congratulated sincerely, on the battlefield concerning the fate of the country.

Every soldier who participated in the war is worthy of respect.

What's more, Li Chengqian, in the capacity of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, replaced His Majesty and marched in person.

This battle was a big victory, and Li Shimin ordered that the whole country celebrate together for three days, which is also human nature and understandable.

"Messengers, the prince led the army, when will he return in triumph?"

"Returning to Your Majesty, His Royal Highness ordered the eldest grandson Shangshu to sit in Pyongyang City. His Highness, accompanied by General Zhang Liang and General Hou Junji, led fifty thousand elite troops to attack Baekje..."

"Oh……"

When Li Shimin heard this, his expression brightened instantly.

Li Chengqian's move was beyond Li Shimin's expectation.

Although Baekje was originally a small country, if Chengqian made a big effort to win Baekje.

This expedition was indeed very successful.

"My heart is so comforted, my heart is so comforted..."

"According to my will, today I will have a banquet for civil and military officials in Xiande Hall..."

(End of this chapter)