Nuclear Warlord

Chapter 261 Enemies in the North
Li Changfeng has not been to court for three months.

But on this day, Li Changfeng received a decree from Emperor Qianwu, asking him to attend the court meeting on time the next morning.

It happened that Li Changfeng had something to say in court, so he didn't refuse.

Li Changfeng kept a low profile as always, and when he entered the Xuanzheng Hall, he closed his eyes and meditated, without any intention of chatting with other ministers.

When a minister came to talk to him, he agreed a few words in a neutral manner, without showing the slightest enthusiasm, and looked like he lacked interest.

He has always been like this, but no one expressed dissatisfaction.

Not long after, Emperor Qianwu arrived.

When the careful minister saw Emperor Qianwu for the first time, he could see that his expression was a little gloomy.

After the ministers paid their respects, Emperor Ganwu said in a calm tone: "Yesterday, I received a military report from the north, so please listen to it."

As soon as the words fell, Gao Dali took a step forward, took out the plot report and read it out.

"Sun Xueyi, the guard of the northern border of the minister, bowed his head and reported: On the ninth day of the fifth month of the 19th year of the Daqian calendar, the scouts found news in the territory of the Hu tribe, and all the ministries mobilized troops and horses to gather in Shan Yuting. So far, there are more than [-] people, like Shan Yu Moyan. If you intend to interfere with Daqian, please make a decision early, Your Majesty!"

After reading the military report, Gao Dali bowed his head and bowed his head in silence.

Many ministers subconsciously looked at Li Changfeng.

Li Changfeng's eyelids twitched.

Is it going to war again?

Calling this prince here, wouldn't it mean that he is going to be in command again, right?
Li Changfeng was a little depressed.

He didn't want to fight anymore. If he had to fight, he should find a reason to let Li Jianye go. Anyway, that guy is a war madman, and he is experienced in commanding hot weapons.

Emperor Qianwu asked: "What do you think the Qing family should decide?"

Xuanzheng Hall fell into a brief silence.

Last winter, when the barbarians invaded, Li Changfeng took command of the southern expedition. At the same time, the Hu people in the north were also ready to move at the border, and the old general Ye Qing went north.

After Li Changfeng defeated the barbarian army in a row, the danger of the artillery shocked the world. The Hu people in the north stopped their troops after hearing the news, and the old general Ye Qing returned to the capital, and the world was peaceful.

Everyone thought that the Hu people in the north would not dare to commit another crime because of the power of the big guns. Who would have thought that the Hu people in the north would change after spring and summer.

After a while, some ministers spoke one after another.

"Last winter, the northern Hu people retreated. I am afraid that they were not only intimidated by the power of the artillery, but more importantly, it was difficult to march in the ice and snow, and it was difficult to transport food and grass."

"That's right, now that the ice and snow in the north have melted, the water and plants are fertile, and the Hu tribe has strong soldiers and horses, that's why they covet my place to work."

"Shanyu Moyan's ambition is clearly revealed, it's really hateful!"

"..."

Emperor Ganwu was a little annoyed.

Is not this nonsensical?

He was asking for a strategy, not listening to nonsense, and his face immediately darkened.

"I'm asking about countermeasures."

As a representative of the generals of the Eagle Faction, Ye Qingcang came out and said forcefully, "Your Majesty, what fear do the mere Hu people have? Let His Royal Highness the Ninth Prince take command and go out!"

As soon as the words fell, Chen Dingyuan, Minister of the Ministry of household affairs, jumped out.

"I don't agree! I know how to fight all day long. Don't people eat horses and chew money without money? His Royal Highness the Ninth Prince won a big victory in southern Xinjiang last time. Do you know how much money was spent on ammunition? 2508 million taels!"

Ye Qingcang's face darkened slightly: "Master Chen, you mean to ignore it and let the Hu tribe invade me?"

Chen Dingyuan waved his hands again and again: "I didn't mean that. I don't understand the war. I only know that the national treasury is out of money because of the purchase of artillery, guns, grenades and ammunition made by His Highness the Ninth Prince. Another fight will be empty for the national treasury." Now, what will the soldiers eat in the future?"

Ye Qingcang frowned slightly, not knowing how to refute for a moment.

It is really difficult for an army to go on an expedition without money.

Li Changfeng looked unnatural.

In the battle in southern Xinjiang, a large number of shells, explosives and grenades were used. He had negotiated a good price with Emperor Ganwu before, and they did not provide them for nothing.

He played very well, and the results are indeed gratifying.

But the money was indeed spent a lot, and the household department did not dare to default on the money owed to him, so obediently paid the money.

In this battle, he earned almost half the money.

Afterwards, he couldn't help but feel that the country's money is easy to make.

Fighting without silver is an obvious difficulty. Although the artillery is strong, it really consumes too much silver.

Li Chengye didn't want Li Changfeng to make any more military exploits, so he immediately came out.

"Father, the Hu people are very strong, and their horses are far superior to those of Dagan, and their mobility is very good. In addition, there is no danger on the northern border to block Yimapingchuan. It is difficult for artillery and grenades to play a big role. Be careful!"

Li Ji understood what Li Chengye was thinking, and he also came out and said: "Father, my son thinks that what the elder brother said is very true. There are evil beasts in the southern barbarians, and strange beasts in the Hu tribe in the north. Although they are not as many as the evil beasts, they are stronger and bigger. Even if we fight, it will be a tragic victory. If the artillery and other weapons of the town fall into the hands of the Hu people, wouldn't the gain outweigh the loss?"

"My son thinks that we should continue to adhere to the national policy of recuperating and recuperating. It will not be too late to fight until the country becomes stronger and has more artillery and guns in the future!"

It has to be said that although both of them have selfish intentions, what they said is indeed in line with the current national conditions and has won the support of many ministers.

"What your two Highnesses said is very true. Right now, we really can't start the war lightly, and we should focus on recuperation!"

"The minister seconded the proposal, it is better to wait and see what happens."

"Northern soldiers have guarded the frontier for many years. Even without artillery and guns, the Hu people may not be able to fight in."

"Sun Xueyi, the guard of the northern border, has not confirmed that the Hu tribe's mobilization of troops is to harass me. It may not necessarily be to attack other tribes in the north. After all, it is well known that our Dagan has artillery and other state-killing weapons."

"..."

Civil servants are almost unanimous.

Ye Qingcang sneered at this, but he also knew that Daqian's current situation was really not suitable for a war, so he suppressed his anger and didn't say much.

Soldiers come to block the water and cover it with soil, we can only see what happens next.

Emperor Qianwu was born in the army, how can he conquer the world on horseback more than one of them?
He actually wanted to fight too.

But as the emperor, he had to think about everything and could only endure it temporarily.

Seeing the unity of opinion, Emperor Qianwu looked at Li Changfeng who had been silent all the time.

"Changfeng, what do you think about this?"

As soon as this remark came out, all the officials looked at Li Changfeng.

Everyone knew that he provided all the ammunition for Dagan, and it was impossible not to make a fortune with his temperament, so he guessed in his heart that Li Changfeng would definitely lead the battle.

If he insisted on leading the battle, with his prestige in the army and the support of Ye Qingcang, a highly respected eagle general, the battle might start.

In public and private, they do not want such a thing to happen.

Fortunately, Li Changfeng did not lead the battle.

He cupped his hands and said: "Father, my son doesn't understand these things, so you can do what you see."

Emperor Qianwu had no choice but to nod.

"In this case, then according to what the loves said, order Sun Xueyi, the guard of the northern border, to closely monitor the movements of the Hu people, keep vigilant at all times, and report to the court at any time if there is any change."

(End of this chapter)