The legend of the king of crossing

Chapter 136 Instructions Before Departure

"Officials, the three adults have arrived." Eunuch Zhou brought Gao Da and others to the imperial study.

"Well, Eunuch Zhou, you go down first."

"Yes, official." When Eunuch Zhou turned to leave, I suddenly said: "Eunuch Zhou, the weather is hot, you should pay attention to rest."

Eunuch Zhou was taken aback for a moment, then he was moved and said: "Thank you for your concern, the old slave will go down first."

"Well, let's go."

"Veteran Peng Daya kowtowed to the emperor, long live the emperor, long live, long live." Peng Daya saw me for the first time after arriving in Beijing, and she was so excited that she couldn't help crying for a moment, knelt down on the ground, and began to pay respects.

After Peng Daya arrived in Beijing, I ordered him to resume his post as prefect of Chongqing, so he also called himself a minister, not a grassroots citizen.

I helped Peng Daya up and said, "Peng Aiqing, you are alive. You have worked hard for me these years."

Peng Daya was a Jinshi during Emperor Lizong Jiaxi's reign. He was just over [-] years old, with a thin and small body, but he looked old and full of white hair.This time Peng Daya can be regarded as a reincarnated human being. If I hadn't sent him a letter shortly after I ascended the throne, Peng Daya might have died in depression according to the course of history.

"Thanks to the emperor, the emperor's kindness, it is difficult for the minister to repay even if his body is broken."

"Peng Aiqing, how is your health recently?"

"I'm worried about the emperor, I have been exercising every day for the past six months, and the knot in my heart has been untied, and I have fully recovered."

"Well, Aiqing is already old, and she has been suffering from unreasonable disasters for several years. You have to pay attention to your health. We still need you veterans."

Peng Daya was grateful and said: "Don't worry, your majesty, I will definitely do my best."

"Three lovers, please sit down."

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

"Everyone, you are all very aware of the current situation in the world. Mongolia is aggressive, and Sichuan is the front line of the war between the two countries. It is one of the three major areas of our dynasty. Your mission this time is very difficult."

"Don't worry, Your Majesty, the ministers will live up to your Majesty's trust." The three said in unison.

I nodded slightly and said, "Very good. Since Liu Zheng surrendered to the enemy after the Song-Mongolian War five years ago, although Lu Wende recovered some areas in Luzhou, many county governments in southern Sichuan still fell into the hands of Mongolia. In recent years, central Sichuan There is no big war, but small battles continue. After you arrive, you must first strengthen the combat effectiveness of the border army to ensure that you will not lose an inch of land. In the military, Gundam and Zhang Jue are the main ones. After stabilizing the current situation, formulate The recovery plan, of course, can be attacked when there is a chance. In local government affairs, led by Zan Wanshou and Peng Daya, restore people's livelihood, develop production, and unite all anti-Mongolian forces. There are many ethnic groups in central Sichuan. As long as they abide by the laws of our dynasty, They must be treated equally, and at the same time respect their folk customs and customs, and they must not oppress other ethnic groups in our dynasty at will. In addition, we must recruit talents widely, run a clean government, and let all the people live and work in peace. The economic center must be well managed to provide the greatest guarantee for war. Zan Aiqing, you are still young, you should learn more from your predecessors, and remember not to be arrogant."

"Your Majesty will act according to His Majesty's will."

"Chen Zan Wanshou complies with the order."

Since the Tang Dynasty, Sichuan has been known as the Land of Abundance.During the Song Dynasty, the Bashu region, whose population accounted for about 23% of the total population of the country, accounted for nearly 1/3 of the country's wealth and military rations. People at that time lamented that "the death of Shu means the death of Song Dynasty".However, the wars between the end of the Southern Song Dynasty and the Yuan and Ming Dynasties caused the people of Bashu to suffer the cruelest catastrophe in history.According to official statistics, there were only 1668 people left in Chengdu in 7, and only about 60 people in Sichuan Province. Bashu culture once declined.

"Digging deep holes, accumulating food, and accumulating strength are your most basic tasks. In at most five years, I will send troops to the north and recover my country in the Song Dynasty. At that time, the frontier army of Chuanzhong Town will also become the main force of the Northern Expedition. , Therefore, I need an iron army that is used to fighting. Gao Aiqing, you are proficient in military affairs, but there are many factions of generals in Sichuan, you need to be careful in dealing with things, don't be reckless, don't be stubborn, remember that softness can overcome toughness, unite all forces that can be united, As long as the generals who are willing to fight against Mongolia, they must be appeased and accepted."

"The minister obeys the order."

"When you encounter a problem, the three of you and Zhang Jue should discuss it more. Don't act arbitrarily. If you can't agree, you can refer to me."

"Yes, Your Majesty, the ministers and others will bear in mind your Majesty's instructions."

Gao Da went on to say: "Your Majesty, I have two things to do, please make it clear to Your Majesty."

"Go ahead."

"When Liu Zheng surrendered to Mongolia, it had a great impact. Many generals in Central Sichuan made friends with him. How should we deal with this matter?"

"Liu Zheng surrendered to the enemy for a reason, but the crime of treason is unforgivable. I have expressed my position on this matter. Even if Liu Zheng takes up the mountain and raises the flag to openly rebel, I will forgive him. However, Liu Zheng I have chosen the road of treason, which I will never accept anyway. Gao Aiqing, you and they should explain this truth carefully. The enemy is now, and the interests of the country and the nation are above all else. If there are still people who complain about it, the lighter He will be dismissed and investigated, and those who are serious will be escorted to Beijing."

"Yes, Your Majesty, I understand. Your Majesty, on another matter, the town border army is under the rule of the Privy Council. I have been at odds with Mr. Jia. Will the Privy Council..."

"Will I wear small shoes for you? Haha, Gao Aiqing, the mountains in Sichuan are high and the roads are far away, what can Jia Sidao do for you?" I said seriously, "The most important point, let me remember, the Song Dynasty is my country, The surname is Zhao, not Jia."

Gao Da suppressed the excitement in his heart, stood up and bowed, and said, "Your Majesty, the old minister accepts the order."

"Okay, then I wish you all the best of luck."

In the first year of Xianchun, leap in May.

Gundam, Peng Daya, and Zan Wanshou embarked on the road to the west, and together with Zhang Jue from Chongqing, they became the main leaders of the Sichuan Anti-Mongolian War.

Zhenzhou, next to the Zhongyong Camp.

Yang Lian Zhenjia and Wulihan were having breakfast in a small inn.

"My lord, when will you do it?"

"Wulihan, we have been observing for three consecutive nights, and we will go to see the retreat route to the north today. If there is no accident, we will follow the original plan and start at Yinshi tomorrow morning."

"Yes, my lord."

"Ulihan, how much do you think we have to pay?"

"Returning to my lord, in fact, the defense subordinates of the Zhongyong Battalion think that there are still big loopholes, because there are no masters in it. It is not feasible for ordinary sergeants, but we can't guard against real masters. Sneaking into the camp and taking advantage of the night to bring people out, the subordinates think it is very possible."

"Well, let's go and visit the northern suburbs of Zhenzhou."

Zhenzhou City (today's Yizheng) is small and very close to Yangzhou, so there are no other garrisons. Most of the city is dominated by garden-style buildings with elegant styles. It has a high reputation as "the first state in Huainan". The baptism of the city also looks a bit dilapidated.Go north from the left side of Zhongyong Camp, pass the Drum Tower, and then go around the Tianning Pagoda, you can see a row of low city walls.

Outside the city gate is the famous scenery of Zhenzhou - Huiri Spring, where it is said that Su Dongpo once drew water to write scriptures.

"My lord, after passing the Huiri Spring, there is a forest in front of you. After passing through the forest, you enter the mountainous area, which is very suitable for hiding."

"Well, if you go straight north, you can reach Mongolia, right?"

"Yes, my lord, my lord will send someone to meet him at the border."