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Chapter 205 With Long Tassel in Hand Today, When Will I Bind the Canglong

"What can I do? What can I do?"

"It's all Lin Qian's fault. What did you say you provoked the barbarians? It's all over now, the army is overwhelming, and I'm in danger of being overthrown!"

In the Jinluan Hall, Emperor Qianyuan waited silently for the arrival of the civil and military officials, but the ministers couldn't help muttering and discussing, many of them had bitter faces and pointed their finger at Lin Qian.

"If you ask me, it's better to hand over Lin Qian to the barbarians, and then cede the Hongdu Mansion to the barbarians, hoping to get the barbarians' forgiveness, and at least keep me from working hard for thousands of years."

"Not to mention Hongdu Mansion, the Qingzhou Mansion and Datong Mansion next to it can be ceded to the barbarians, as long as they can retreat, no matter how much they pay."

Hearing this remark, the civil and military forces of the Manchu Dynasty seemed to have found a life-saving straw, and they discussed land cession and compensation.

Before the battle started, even before the barbarian army started, they had already surrendered in advance.

"Cutting five cities today, cutting ten cities tomorrow, and then having to sleep overnight... The land is the Qin, and the fire is still fighting with the salary. If the salary is not exhausted, the fire will not be extinguished..."

At this time, a chuckle sounded from the crowd, "The only lesson humans have learned from history is that they have not learned any lessons from history."

"I'm afraid you have forgotten how the Six Kingdoms perished, right?"

"Can that be the same?"

"Now that the barbarians are strong and the soldiers are strong, our army is absolutely no match. If we really fight, I'm afraid that we will be defeated. If we want to quell the anger of the barbarians, we will have to pay a higher price. No longer exists, ceding land for compensation or exterminating the clan, what should I choose?"

Soon a minister retorted. His voice was loud and confident, and he seemed to think that what he said was the truth.

"But Master Fan Jing has such courage towards the barbarians, the barbarians may have already withdrawn from Yanyun Sixteen City by now."

"you……"

This was what Lin Qian saw when he walked into the Golden Luan Hall.

This is the first time he has come to the Golden Luan Hall, and it is also the first time he has gone to court. Logically speaking, the magistrate is not required to go to court, but Emperor Qianyuan sent someone to specially summon him, and he also understands that this matter started because of him. He must be unable to escape.

Soon, the first assistant Xia Yan and the second assistant Li Rusong and others also arrived one after another. When the time came, Emperor Qianyuan glanced around and didn't wait any longer.

"Everyone is called tonight, and everyone must have understood why."

"Tell me, how to deal with this matter?"

"Your Majesty, this matter all started because of Lin Qian..."

"Your Majesty, I would like to be an envoy to negotiate peace with the barbarians..."

"Your Majesty, I am willing to raise 30 troops and go north to meet the enemy..."

All of a sudden, there was another quarrel in the court hall.

Emperor Qianyuan looked at the chaotic court, with a hint of sarcasm on his face, looking at these wastes, it's not that I don't work hard, it's just that these ministers are too useless, and I can't handle them.

He seemed to have forgotten why these wastes could enter the court.

"I asked you to talk about the strategy against the enemy, not to ask you to join the enemy!"

As soon as this remark came out, the whole room was silent.

They knew Emperor Qianyuan, that's why they had the previous remarks about cede land and seek peace, but they didn't know why Emperor Qianyuan suddenly became tough, and everyone suddenly didn't dare to say anything more.

Emperor Qianyuan looked at this group of trash, and he couldn't help but get angry. These people are just greedy for life and afraid of death, and they have no brains at all. Judging from his experience in dealing with barbarians for so many years, if they behave too weakly, those people The barbarians would be like piranhas smelling fishy, ​​rushing up and devouring the big trunk until there were no bones left.

The reason why they were able to sign a contract with the barbarians ten years ago was because they also achieved partial victories, which made the barbarians unsure of winning the big battle.

So, now his purpose is very clear, to resist a wave first, let the barbarians know that it is not so easy to win the big battle, and wait until they are defeated, and then seek peace with the barbarians.

Emperor Qianyuan looked at Lin Qian, "This matter happened because of you, do you have anything to say?"

"According to the report from the frontline scouts, the barbarians assembled an army of 40 this time. Ten years ago, the barbarian army that went south was 80!"

"That is to say, the barbarians have not recovered from the last war, and they are not ready to fight at all."

"If I can gather an army of one million and wipe out the 40 barbarian army with a thunderbolt, then the entire northern border will be at my fingertips. This is the best strategy."

What Lin Qian was thinking about was not how to stop the barbarian army from invading, but how to wipe out the northern barbarians!

It is not difficult to gather an army of one million with a big effort, a vast land, and abundant resources.

"No, absolutely not!"

At this time, Qu Zhizhou, the new Minister of the Household Department, stood up with a face as bitter as a bitter gourd.

In just one year, Hubu Shangshu has changed three times. Anyone can see that this position is a hot potato. Judging from the ending of his previous two ministers, this is a position that will lose his head.

But His Majesty personally appointed him, and he retired from his old age to return to his hometown, and he was unable to excuse his illness, but he couldn't shirk it. In the end, he could only accept his fate. If he disobeyed the order, he would die.

Unexpectedly, only a few days after the peace, such a big event would happen. Since ancient times, the army has been burning money. With the current state treasury, let alone a million army, a hundred thousand army cannot support it.

"If we really recruit millions of troops, I don't know if we can destroy the barbarians, but I know that within half a month, the big effort will be dragged down."

"Your Majesty's lesson!"

A dignified book, Qu Zhizhou knelt directly on the Jinluan Hall.

Emperor Qianyuan rubbed his head, of course he knew about the current state treasury situation, this is something that no matter how many household ministers he killed, he couldn't solve it.

As for Lin Qian's statement that a million troops wiped out the barbarian army of 40, he didn't believe it either. Don't look at twice the enemy's strength, but the combat effectiveness of the large army and the barbarian army is not the same, and wiped out the barbarian army. He neither believes nor expects.

"Since you say this is the best policy, what is the middle policy?"

"The middle strategy is to recruit 40 elite soldiers and confront the barbarians head-on. If the winner takes advantage of the situation, he will move forward and recapture the sixteen cities of Yanyun in one fell swoop, and drive the northern barbarians back to the northern desert. and move."

Lin Qian spoke again. He didn't really expect Dagan to recruit a million troops. He knew that Dagan couldn't support a million troops at this time.

But Dagan people pay attention to moderation and harmony. If you propose to open a window in the room, everyone will definitely not agree, but if you propose to lift the roof, everyone will think that opening a window seems to be okay. .

This is the middle strategy, which is Lin Qian's real idea.

If the barbarians can be driven back to the northern desert, without the support of the sixteen cities of Yanyun, it will only be more difficult for the barbarians to recover their vitality, and Dagan can take this opportunity to carry out reforms and restore national strength, so that the northern barbarians will never dare to fight again. It is not impossible to destroy the barbarians by committing crimes, and even sending troops northward.

"Then what's the next move?"

Before Lin Qian could say more, Emperor Qianyuan asked again.

Lin Qian's heart sank, but he could only continue, "The worst strategy is to recruit 20 troops and defend against danger, so that the barbarian army can't go south easily, turning the entire northern border into a quagmire, and sinking the 40 barbarian army. , and drag them down!"

Thanks to a large number of scouts, Lin Qian also has a lot of understanding of the situation of the barbarians. The situation of the barbarians is also not good. They were originally in a bitter cold place, and the battle more than ten years ago exhausted their young and middle-aged. Had it not been for the support of Yanyun Sixteen Cities, they would have been exterminated.

The treasury of Dagan is indeed empty now, but the emaciated camels are bigger than horses, and if they are really consumed, the barbarians who mobilized an army of 40 must be the first to collapse.

However, this is a tactic to kill one thousand enemies and harm oneself by eight hundred. After this battle, Dagan will also be seriously injured. Don't forget that Dagan's enemies are not only in the north. If there is any change in the west or south, the consequences will be disastrous .

"20 troops?"

Emperor Qianyuan looked at Qu Zhizhou who was still kneeling on the Jinluan Hall.

Qu Zhizhou wanted to say something else, but maybe because he thought about the million-dollar army before, he felt that the 20 army was quite acceptable, and the barbarians dispatched 40 troops, Lin Qian only needed 20, which was already very harsh.

"Old minister...you must do your best..."

These few words seemed to weigh more than a thousand catties, but he still gritted his teeth and said them.

"it is good!"

"That's it!"

"I can only suffer more and more for the common people."

Emperor Qianyuan made a final decision and chose the worst strategy without hesitation.

Lin Qian was helpless, but being able to choose resistance instead of surrendering directly was already a huge improvement. What else could he expect?

……

On Minghe Mountain, an army of [-] men meandered forward, stretching for tens of miles, stationed on the top of the mountain, looking in the direction of Hongdu, when a gust of wind blew, Lin Qian suddenly felt proud.

Although it is said to be an army of 20, it includes the 10 defenders in the northern border. Qu Zhizhou was already killed by this. When Lin Qian saw him almost every day, he had a bitter face, as if someone They all owe him a few [-] taels of silver.

It can be seen that the current situation of working hard is far more embarrassing than Lin Qian imagined.

But the 10 people are enough. Although the barbarians have 40 troops, it is impossible to put the 40 troops into one battlefield. Not to mention that this will lead to a bloated army and extremely high requirements for the commander. , it is very likely that a small change will lead to the end of defeat.

Don't put eggs in the same basket. This wisdom is also applicable to generals. The barbarian army will disperse the 40 troops into multiple groups and attack several important towns in the northern border.

With [-] defenders guarding the city, it should be able to hold back the barbarians for some time, and with [-] troops on the frontal battlefield, it is enough!
Lin Qian's eyes gradually became sharper. In the court, the worst strategy he said was to defend according to the danger, completely passive defense, but he would not really honestly defend passively, even if he only had a hundred thousand troops in hand, he would not Let the barbarian know that it's not so easy to mess with.

In the distance, the sky is clear, the sky is blue and white clouds are high, the sky is high and the land is wide. As long as you pass Minghe Mountain, you will not be far from Hong.

After gathering [-] troops in half a month and another two months of marching, Lin Qian was finally going back to Hongdu again.

Although it was delayed for two and a half months, the barbarians were similar. They also needed time to gather an army, and they also needed time to march. It was almost the same as Lin Qian's arrival at Hongdu.

Standing on the top of the mountain, Lin Qian seemed to have seen the barbarian army in the distance, and a poem involuntarily came to mind,
[The sky is high and the clouds are light, looking at the geese flying south]

Looking at the high sky and vast scenery always makes people feel endless pride and ambition. There are a few big birds flying in the sky, but I don’t know if they are wild geese.

[If you don't reach the Great Wall, you are not a hero, and the journey is [-]]

Dagan built a long city wall in the north to defend against the barbarian invasion, but here it shows Lin Qian's dedication to his goal, and those who don't make it to their destination are not considered heroes.

【The peak of Minghe Mountain, the red flag sweeps across the west wind】

Minghe Mountain was not considered high at all, but the wind was so strong that the red flag representing Lin Qian, the head coach, fluttered and made Lin Qian "throw his chest and create stratus clouds".

[With the long tassel in hand today, when will the Canglong be bound? 】

Today I have an army of [-], when will I be able to bind the barbarian dragon?
Although it is a question, it shows endless confidence!

Lin Qian believed that this day would not be far away.

Outside the city of Hongdu, thousands of people were carrying eggs or vegetables grown by themselves...waiting for the city gate to open.

After they heard that Lin Qian was leading the army against the barbarians, they spontaneously came outside the city to greet them.

The new prefect of Hongdu has only been in Hongdu for less than a few months, but he has made them feel the real benefits. The people are very real people. As long as you let them eat well and dress warmly, they can live a good life. On a good day, they will sincerely thank you.

Just like it is now.

Lin Qian didn't expect that he would be able to enjoy such treatment one day by eating a pot of milk to welcome Master Wang, which made him more confident in the upcoming war.

After dissuading the enthusiastic people, the army stationed outside the city.

The soldiers and horses went ahead without food and grass. In the camp, Lin Qian looked at the staff in charge of logistics, "According to your estimate, how long can we last if the food and salaries of the entire army are included."

The aide's expression was not very good, but since Lin Qian asked, he could only bite the bullet and answer, "It's been less than half a month..."

"what?"

"Where is the food and grass that Qu Zhizhou raised?"

Lin Qian was startled, as if a basin of cold water had been poured on his head. The food and grass for the army along the way were all supplied by the local state government, and this aide had set off early to come to Hongdu Mansion to collect money according to the order. Food and grass, it has been two and a half months, and they have only raised half a month's food and salaries for the [-] troops?
"Expropriate according to the land, the aristocratic families are unwilling to hand it over, and we have no choice..."

The staff said in a low voice, and even complained a little, because Lin Qian came up with the method of land expropriation, and it was also Lin Qian's rule that he must implement it.

According to the previous rules, it is definitely more reliable to find ordinary people to raise food and salaries. These small people seem to be poor, but they are all very cunning. As long as they are squeezed, they can always squeeze out a lot of money. In addition, the base is huge. It shouldn't be too difficult to raise half a year's salary.

Lin Qian understood what the staff meant.

With a sneer, he didn't speak, but turned to look at his elder brother Lin Zhen, "How long will it take for the barbarian army to reach Hongdu?"

Lin Zhen also returned to Hongdu Mansion ahead of schedule, and he was in charge of Hongdu Mansion's scouts.

Last time the barbarians lost [-] cavalry outside the city of Hongdufu, this time their main attack direction is naturally Hongdufu. Wherever they fall, they have to recover their face.

And outside Hongdu Mansion is a vast desert, suitable for large-scale battles.

"The barbarian vanguard has already arrived outside the city of Hongdu Prefecture, and has repeatedly provoked outside the city. We have fought several small-scale battles, and we have hurt each other."

Lin Zhen said, "It is estimated that the barbarian army will arrive at Qianliyuan outside Hongdu Prefecture in half a month."

"Half a month"

"Time is running out!"

Lin Qian sighed softly, but every breath he exhaled seemed to carry a cold chill. Since Qu Zhizhou couldn't collect the rations, he would come and collect them himself, and turned around and said to the staff in charge of collecting the rations, "Go and gather the rich and powerful families. , tonight I will be the host, invite them to dinner, and I will personally find them to raise food and wages."

The staff member hesitated to speak, and finally turned around to do things honestly.

Of course Lin Qian knew what he was going to say, he wanted to say, "Don't talk about you, Lin Qian, even if Emperor Qianyuan came in person, these aristocratic families would not give face."

These aristocratic families are deeply rooted in the local area, and many families have existed for longer than the dynasty. They are the absolute masters of their three-acre land.

And they colluded with the officials of the court. If they offended them, they might be read a book in front of the emperor. If they didn't get things done, their official positions would be sacked first. Such things have been done countless times This piece of land is staged, it's not hard to guess.

……

Hongdu Mansion, Hefeng Garden, dozens of old men in fine clothes gathered together, slowly eating a piece of iced watermelon, chatting and laughing with friends.

Lin Qian was going to invite them to a banquet tonight, and they naturally went to the banquet happily. They still wanted to give the face of the prefect of Hongdu and the governor of the northern border.

They decided on the location of the dinner in Hefengyuan. Hefengyuan belongs to the Lu family. The Lu family is as famous as the Xiao family and the Shao family in Hongdu. After the family was raided and destroyed, the Lu family seemed to be the only one among the aristocratic families in Hongdu Prefecture, and became the leader.

At this time, these aristocratic gentry came to Hefengyuan early.

There is a large lotus pond in Hefeng Garden, which is full of lotus flowers. It is summer now, and the lotus flowers are in full bloom. Because there are willow trees around the small courtyard, the location design is quite reasonable. It's wind from all directions.

Sitting in the courtyard with a breezy breeze, even in the hot summer, you will not feel the heat of summer, and you can also enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lotus pond in the courtyard. It is really a good place to escape the summer heat.

"Governor Lin is really full of fantastic ideas to collect food and payment according to the area of ​​the land!"

After a middle-aged man with a big belly and rounder than a watermelon took a bite of the watermelon, he said angrily, "I really want to take his head off and see what's inside."

Lu Shangheng, who sat at the top seat, took a look at the fat middle-aged man and shook his head slightly, "Young man, it's understandable to be young and energetic. When he bumps his head and bleeds, he will be obedient."

"I heard that our new governor is very tough. Could it be that he really dares to touch us?"

Someone said half tentatively, half worried.

"Humph!"

"Why does he move us, I want to see if there is still a king in this grand dynasty!"

The fat, middle-aged and young man who spoke before slapped the table and said angrily.

"A few days ago, I had a very happy conversation with Mr. Li Ge. If he really doesn't know how to flatter, whoever has the final say in Hongdu Mansion will not be sure."

Lu Shangheng chuckled and said, he is not the two idiots Xiao Dengfu and Shao Chunxian, as long as he does not do such things as rebellion and extermination of the nine clans, with his relationship, no one in Hong can touch him.

"Ha ha ha ha……"

Everyone in the courtyard also breathed a sigh of relief, their hearts were relieved, and they burst into laughter for a while.

At this moment, a young figure appeared at the gate of Hefengyuan.

Seeing this figure, the laughter in the courtyard stopped abruptly like a duck being strangled by its neck.

It was originally a dinner party, and Lin Qian should have arrived after Youshi. Unexpectedly, Lin Qian would come here before Youshi, which caught everyone off guard.

"Everyone laughed happily. I don't know what's so happy about it?"

Lin Qian walked towards the main table with a smile and asked.

"Where is it, it's just some vulgar jokes that can't be put on the stage, don't stain Master Lin's ears."

Lu Shangheng got up and said without changing his face, and the rest of the gentry also got up to salute Lin Qian. These people are also old foxes. , but in person, the face that should be given is still given.

"Master Lin, please take your seat!"

After greeting Lin Qian to take the first seat, with Lu Shangheng waving his hand, the dancers who had been waiting outside the courtyard came scurrying to the platform in front, dancing to the sound of silk and bamboo.

Only then did Lu Shangheng smile again and look at Lin Qian, "When Mr. Lin first arrived in Hongdu, I felt that he was not something in the pond. I didn't expect Mr. Lin to be the governor after only a few months. It's really gratifying Congratulations!"

"These are gifts to congratulate Mr. Lin on his promotion. The famous cards of everyone here are attached to the gifts, and they will be sent to your residence after the banquet. A small gift is not a respect, and I hope Mr. Lin will accept it."

Pointing to the dazzling array of gifts on a large table next to him, Lu Shangheng said with a bright smile.

"Thank you for your hospitality. Lin is stationed in Hongdu, and he will have to rely on your help in the future." Lin Qian also smiled and bowed his hands to everyone.

"Master Lin is serious. It is our duty to share the country's worries."

Lu Shangheng waved his hand and said politely.

Lin Qian stopped being polite to him, and stood up again, "In that case, then I won't be polite to everyone."

When Lin Qian got up, someone had already waved their hands to stop the dancers and the sound of silk and bamboo on the platform, so that Lin Qian's words could spread throughout the Hefeng Garden. Of course, it didn't have to be like this with Lin Qian's strength, but this represented respect for the governor. respect.

"To be honest, Dagan's treasury is empty, and Hongdu's army is short of food and pay. Today, the governor is here to raise money. I hope everyone will help."

He Fengyuan fell silent again. Of course they knew what Lin Qian was doing tonight, but they didn't expect Lin Qian to say it so directly.

Dagan people are euphemistic and reserved, and most of the time they talk in a twist and turn, but in fact it is to leave more room for themselves, because once some words are broken, there is only one way to go, and there is no room for relaxation. .

Just like Lin Qian is now.

From the standpoint of a big-hearted person, Lin Qian broke the rules.

But he is the governor now and has this capital!

So after a short period of silence, Lu Shangheng coughed twice, without a smile on his face, and said, "The country is in trouble, and we should do our best to help, but I don't know how much silver the governor needs?"

(End of this chapter)