First Minister of the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 81 Li Shimin's Worries
79. Li Shimin's Worries
Gao Chong had a slight impression of Dou Gui as a man. To be precise, he has made great contributions to the country, is strict with himself, strictly governs the army, and has a very good reputation, much better than his younger brother Dou Cong.

Dou Cong is one of the six leading armies in Jinyang, and Gao Chong certainly recognized it. However, Dou Cong was indecisive, hesitant, and repeatedly missed the opportunity to fight. He was not as bold and decisive as his brother Dou Gui. The personalities are very different.

Then Li Shimin was about to introduce the next person, only to see that this person was quite old, with a gray beard and hair, and a warm smile on his face, looking very kind.

It's just that Li Shimin didn't make a sound yet, this man was Nian Xu and said with a smile: "You don't need to bother the second son." After finishing speaking, he looked at Gao Chong and smiled warmly: "Gao Youzhi, although we haven't met, but your reputation is The old man has heard about it a long time ago, and Baoyi praises you very much."

This person mentioned Jiang Baoyi in the tone of an elder, just when Gao Chong was puzzled, he only heard this person say: "Old man Jiang Mo, whose name is Xiaozhong, is currently the governor of the prime minister's mansion, Cao Canjun, and Jiang Baoyi is my nephew."

It was only then that Gao Chong understood that it turned out to be Tianshui Jiang's family and Jiang Baoyi's elders. He would not have much contact with him in the future.

Then Li Shimin pointed to the remaining three and introduced in turn: "This is Liu Shirang, the general counselor, and this is Gongsun Wuda and Du Junchuo. They are all tiger generals. You can get closer to them."

Gao Chong naturally responded when he heard the words, raised his wine glass, and met them one by one. Gongsun Wuda and Du Junchuo should have defected recently. I have some vague impressions.

After the introduction was over, Gao Chong drank a few cups of turbid wine. Seeing that Gao Chong's face remained unchanged, Li Shimin also smiled and said, "I have discovered another thing that is outstanding about You, even the amount of alcohol is astonishing." .

Gao Chong didn't think so. This kind of Yufuliang rice wine was white and turbid. It was brewed with millet. You can try distilled wine, which is priced at a very high price, and is dedicated to earning money from aristocratic families.

After three rounds of drinking, Li Shimin finally talked about the topic, "Xue thief came to attack, Tang Wang wanted to divide his troops into two groups. I personally led the army for the north route, and went straight to Fufeng to meet Xue's main force. Liu Zhaoren led the partial division for the south route. , went out of Sanguan and went straight to Hechi, took these two counties, and planned to attack from the side."

After finishing speaking, he looked at Gao Chong, "When the time comes Dou joins the army, Jiang Canjun and Dr. Liu follow Liu Zhaoren to leave Sanguan."

Gao Chong nodded, so that's the case, and at the same time, he didn't understand why Li Shimin called these people to the banquet tonight. Gongsun Wuda and Du Junchuo were new voters, and it was justifiable to host a banquet. Zheng Rentai did the same. When Jinyang raised troops, he was in the Youling Army Mansion, but Dou, Jiang and Liu were under Liu Wenjing's command. If we were talking about recruiting the second county, why not invite Liu Wenjing to come together.

Gao Chong hadn't been able to hide his emotions and anger yet. Seeing his expression, Li Shimin understood, and sighed quietly, "Although Xiao Yu, governor of Hechi County, is a relative of my family, he hasn't contacted him for many years, and I don't know his current intentions. , although the prefect Feng An abandoned his official position and returned to Lingnan, there are still two military mansions stationed in the county, and more importantly, there are several counties in Longxi and Jincheng in the north.

Having said that, Li Shimin also felt a little angry, "During the day in Daying in the west of the city, I told Liu Zhaoren to be cautious, but I think he didn't take it seriously, he didn't listen to my words, and was worried in his heart, so I invite you all tonight Come three, discuss one or two."

Hearing this, a few people just understood, Dou Gui's face was serious when he heard the words, and he nodded straightly: "Don't worry, second son, I will definitely persuade Liu Sima not to let him rush in if necessary." Jiang Mo and Liu Shirang also expressed their views in the same way. .

Li Shimin was still worried, and said directly: "Liu Zhaoren is a lonely man, and he is afraid of being persuaded. There are no strong generals in his army, so I seconded Rentai, Wu Da, and Jun Chuo to you. When necessary, try to preserve the army."

Seeing that Li Shimin was so cautious, they solemnly agreed, but they were still a little puzzled in their hearts, wondering if they were making a fuss out of a molehill.

Afterwards, Li Shimin emphasized some precautions for the second county of Hechi, and personally wrote a letter to Xiao Yu and handed it to Dou Gui. They left together, but Li Shimin left behind Gao Chong.

"Youzhi will walk with me," Li Shimin ordered people to withdraw from the banquet, knit his brows, stood up and sighed.

The two walked in the courtyard, Li Shimin looked at the moon with his hands behind his back, Gao Chong felt the whistling north wind and remained silent.

"Do you think I'm overly worried?" Li Shimin said abruptly.

Gao Chong shook his head and smiled, "I don't know what Liu Wenjing said to the Second Young Master in the camp west of the city, so I don't have the right to speak and it's hard to judge."

Li Shimin nodded when he heard the words, not surprised at all, "You are still so rigorous, it would be great if Liu Zhaoren was also like this."

Gao Chong didn't speak, he knew Li Shimin would explain.

I could only hear Li Shimin sighing helplessly, "Liu Zhaoren is a good person in everything, but his temperament is intolerable. He told me today that he will destroy the two counties within ten days, and then send his troops to the north to attack Xue with me." For example, we must establish a military exploit that is no less than that of Gao Biejia. I have not yet set off for the battle, but I am so eager for success, how can I not worry about it."

Hearing this, Gao Chong burst out laughing and said, "My father led his troops to defeat two counties in one month, so Liu Wenjing insisted on leading his troops to defeat two counties within ten days? This is too childish, soldiers, the king of the country!" Big things, he thought it was a child's play to be competitive."

"Childish..." Li Shimin nodded, "He has such a personality, sooner or later he will cause trouble, and the South Road will be handed over to him. Now I am a hundred worried."

"With the three of Dou, Jiang and Liu here, there should be no problem," Gao Chong could only comfort him.

Now he has also thought about this problem. Appease Hechi Second County seems to be an easy feat, but in fact it is also dangerous.

If it goes well, success will come immediately; if it doesn't go well, one mistake may wipe out the entire army.

"It should be fine..." Li Shimin shook his head and said, "You have always been rigorous, why did you use such uncertain words, it shows that you understand."

Seeing the eldest grandson Wugou walking slowly not far away, Li Shimin rubbed his face, "Do your best and obey the destiny, I hope what I did tonight is not worrying about the sky."

Then he put on a relaxed smile, "When the battle of Fufeng is over, it's time to take care of your good affairs with my sixth sister, right?"

Seeing Li Shimin's change of attitude, Gao Chong was stunned, Li Shimin blinked his eyes and said in a low voice: "Don't talk about state affairs", Gao Chong immediately understood, but he was thinking in his heart, this Li Er is really a good man.

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　　ps: Guess if the eldest grandson Wugou has any relationship with the protagonist?
　　
　
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