Great Sui Dynasty

Luoyang has been highly prosperous since it became the capital of the Eastern Han Dynasty, but after hundreds of years of wars, it was no longer the same. It was not until Yang Guang moved the capital to Luoyang that Luoyang regained its rapid political and economic development in the name of the Eastern Capital, and became a harmonious city in one fell swoop. A super metropolis that keeps pace with Daxing.

"How long has it been since you can't get in touch with those people outside?" In Prince Zheng's mansion, Wang Shichong asked Duan Da while standing with his hands behind his back.Since Yang Tong was established as the emperor, Wang Shichong's status has become more and more prominent. He was first conferred the title of Zheng Guogong and later promoted to the title of King Zheng. Of course, these titles are nothing more than empty titles. The Taiwei Mansion is in charge of foreign troops.This is not only the deepening of Wang Shichong's favor, but also a symbol of his strength climbing to the top step by step.

"I haven't been in touch for two days, and there is a cavalry army of tens of thousands of people cruising outside the city, and they can't leave the city at all!" Duan Da said. Among the seven nobles in Luoyang, he has a better relationship with Wang Shichong because they are both At the same time, they were promoted from the bottom.

"It seems that the plan has failed. Two days ago, it was said that the enemy army had arrived in Xingyang. It stands to reason that it should have arrived in Luoyang long ago. Looking at the situation of the enemy army outside the city, it is obvious that the enemy army has not arrived. It is estimated that Hecheng The troops outside the city have encountered or been encircled and suppressed." Please report that Yang Wei raised 30 troops to attack aggressively. If the troops he arranged outside the city were discovered, they probably would not be able to escape the doom of being annihilated. Yang Hao is still very vigilant and serious.

"If that's the case, what should we do? With this little power in our hands, we can't resist King Qi's army at all!" Duan Da lost his mind after hearing Wang Shichong's analysis.Although the team outside the city is not their direct lineage, they are still one of their forces. If they lose such a part, their strength will definitely be greatly reduced. Let alone whether they can challenge King Qi, if other people in the city The two forces know whether they will take the opportunity to attack.

"If it's gone, it's gone. I didn't expect them to be able to do anything, especially since they are all scumbags. Now that we are stronger, we will come to seek refuge. If we are in a weak position, then they will be the first to hurt us! Of course Now, don’t worry too much about Yuan Wendu and them. Could it be that he will be fine if I, Wang Shichong, are eliminated? Don’t think that Yang Hao is here for me, Wang Shichong. That incident is just an excuse. He will still find a reason for that matter, isn't Jiangdu Yuhuaji's fate the same?" Wang Shichong knew that he hadn't done too much, otherwise he would be charged with the ten deadly crimes like Yu Wenhuaji, so absolutely It is impossible to stand up forever.

"Do you want to unite with them?" Duan Da tried to ask.

"Yes, this Luoyang is not owned by me, Wang Shichong, at least not for now, and they will not give up their current status easily. After all, it is impossible for Yang Hao to recognize Yang Tong's throne. Once Luoyang is breached, then the first one to be defeated It is Yang Tong who is abandoned, and even if they want to join Yuan Wendu, it depends on Yang Tong's mood. Therefore, they are still on the same boat as us for the time being." Wang Shichong has a thorough understanding of the situation, and he must first settle down when fighting against the outside world. The policy is not suitable for their current situation.

"Go to contact Yuan Wendu and Lu Chu and ask them to come to my mansion to discuss the matter of alliance. I don't believe they would be so ignorant of current affairs!" Wang Shichong turned his face away, with a gloomy face so that Duan Da could not see it.

When Wang Shichong was seeking alliance in Luoyang City, Li Jing's [-] troops had already approached the city.

"Subordinates see the general, General Pei!"

"Meet General Li! General Pei!"

When Li Jing came to the city of Luoyang, Zhang Xutuo and Cheng Yaojin got the news and rushed to meet him immediately.

"The two generals don't need to be too polite. The prince's [-] troops will arrive soon. Now let's talk about the situation in Luoyang!" One of the chief commanders is the deputy commander. Although they are only in wartime, Zhang Xutuo is still controlled by them to some extent.

"There has been no movement in Luoyang recently. We have been cruising around for several days and have never seen anyone come out to intercept us. The nearby Baixin is not afraid of us, but according to them, Luoyang sent troops to collect almost all their food, leaving nothing at all. , some are already hungry and can only eat rice bran to survive, and some big households and merchants hid in the city." Zhang Xutuo reported the situation of these few days one by one.

"Is it hard to clear the fields? It seems that Wang Shichong still has a hand. He knew that we would not touch the people, but he still took away all the people's food and left such a stall for us to clean up. It's really loud!" Yang Hao claims to love the people like a son, and his soldiers are also called teachers of benevolence and righteousness, so he is very relieved to let the people under Luoyang rule live as usual, anyway, they are used to this kind of turmoil, but Transporting their food away, if Yang Hao doesn't care about it, he's smashing his own signboard. If he doesn't care, there are so many mouths waiting to eat, even if he is rich in Qingzhou, there is not enough to eat. This trick is not vicious, but it is very fun Smart, but there is one condition, that is, the people who have no food will not turn into refugees and run around, otherwise there will be no such effect.

"He, Wang Shichong, doesn't care about these people, but we can't. Let's set up some soup kitchens first, take the hearts of the people back to our side, and then think of a way after the prince's army arrives!" Li Jing suggested.There is no civil uprising yet, that's because the people can bear it. Once it reaches the point where it can't be tolerated, as long as someone jumps out to take the lead, it will definitely be out of control, and they will be the first to be hit. Li Jing believes that Wang Shichong will definitely He will send people to mix among the people and wait for the opportunity.

"Okay! Let's go now!" The three of Zhang Xutuo nodded. Obviously they also understood the seriousness of the matter. In fact, they wanted to donate some food, but Yang Wei only asked them to bring five days of dry food. Six days had passed, and if Yang Hao hadn't told Zhang Xutuo that there was a place to get food before leaving, they would have to work hungry.This is also Yang Hao's plan for a rainy day. He has long asked Feihong to secretly buy grain and store it in various places, so that one day when the world is in chaos, the grain will be the biggest backing.

"My lord, how should we deal with this matter?" The next day, after a night's rest, Yang Hao continued to lead the troops to Luoyang after dawn, and Li Jing rushed over as soon as he arrived at the Luoyang camp and explained Condition.

"There is still food, which is enough for the army for two months. If it is distributed to the people, it will not be enough for a few days, unless Luoyang can be captured within a certain period of time." The food and grass brought by Yang Hao was budgeted, and Wang Shichong's move is equivalent to drawing his salary from the bottom of the pot. Even with Feihong's secret storage of grain, it is difficult to support the cost of an army of 10,000+ and the consumption of tens of millions of people. Originally, he wanted to slow down with Luoyang. Slow consumption, it seems that the strategy has to be changed.

"Leave half a month's expenses for the army, and open a few more porridge spots for the rest of the food, and continue to donate! Call all the soldiers, and the king will hold a military parade in Luoyang City tomorrow!" It seems that it is time to give Luoyang a slap in the face, Yang Hao I thought hard in my heart.

Nearly 25 troops lined up in Luoyang City, looking like they were about to attack Luoyang, which made all the defenders in Luoyang City terrified.Yang Hao and Li Jing did not encircle Luoyang after discussing with each other, but stationed one after the other outside the east and west gates of Luoyang.They are not afraid that Wang Shichong and the others will run away, but they are afraid that they will not run away. Once they run away, Luoyang will be defeated. Ruthlessly culled them.

"I think everyone has seen it. The people around Luoyang have nothing to eat. Do you know why?! It's Wang Shichong! It's him who keeps extracting the people's blood and sweat. As soldiers of the Sui Dynasty, it's you who defend the country. Will you watch our compatriots endure the torture of these people and suffer in dire straits?!" Yang Hao's eyes were sincere and touching, and the two 10,000+ soldiers were all moved by Yang Hao's benevolence , follow the prince to fight all the reactionary rule, and saving the people from the fire is what they are most eager to desire now!

"No! No!" Hundreds of thousands of voices merged into a thunderbolt, which directly struck the defenders in Luoyang City.

"Hmph! Bluff!" Wang Shichong was also watching Yang Hao's military parade on the city wall. Although he was also shocked, he also understood Yang Hao's intentions. He just wanted to buy people's hearts. He had to admit that Yang Hao played beautifully. After this military parade, even if Yang Hao didn't distribute food to the hungry people in Luoyang, they would not oppose Yang Hao. One move, but the real contest has not yet begun, and it is still unknown who will win the battle.