The legend of the king of crossing

Chapter 207

As soon as the words came out.The faces of the ministers in the palace were a little uncomfortable.Especially the many generals.Although during the Song Dynasty, there were often precedents for civilian officials to lead the army.But by the end of the Southern Song Dynasty, most of them were commanded by generals.

Lu Xiufu hurriedly went out to play and said: "Your Majesty, I wish to lead the army."

Then Li Beiyang also said: "I am also willing."

Jia Sidao knew that he was an envoy of the Privy Council.It's time to speak up.Standing up, he said, "Your Majesty is joking. I have quite a few generals who are used to fighting. Why bother Your Majesty to go to Luzhou personally. The old minister recommends one person to lead the army to Luzhou. He will surely win the battle."

I sat down and said, "Really. Which general."

Jia Sidao smiled: "Your Majesty, I recommend Xia Guixia, the commander of the deputy capital in front of the palace."

"Xia Guixia loves Qing."

I froze for a while.secretly.This time, Jia Sidao and I thought of it together.

Same result.But the starting point is completely different.

Although Jia Sidao didn't fully understand that I was going to break up the imperial guards in Beijing.Or just to save Luzhou.But at least one thing is certain.That is, the number of forbidden troops will decrease again.but.Since this has become a fact.Then Jia Sidao naturally would not choose his trusted generals to go to war.actually.That day Jia Sidao recommended Xia Jiangang to lead the troops to Xiangfan.More or less that's what it means.It's just that I don't know it.If the news that Lu Xiufu got is true.That means Xia Gui and the Lu brothers.The Fan Brothers are indeed different.Has not yet fully belonged to the Jia party camp.

Xia Gui is good at fighting.But it's not just the brain of a warrior.Lizong period.Jia Sidao covered the sky with one hand.Seeing Cao Shixiong who is more famous than himself.Xiang Shibi, Gao Da and others were all excluded.Even get killed.And he has no backing in the court.Can only be attached to Jia Sidao.

And I choose Xia Gui.It is hoped that the tiger general Lu Xiufu mentioned can take on the heavy responsibility.Become a commander in chief.In this way.From east to west.There is Li Tingzhi.Xia Gui.Lu Wende.Zhang Jue and Gundam.This line of defense is basically complete.As for the Northern Expedition to the Central Plains.There are still several years to go.At that time our main attack.I will naturally re-select the attacking general.

A few years later.Wen Tianxiang.Lu Xiufu.Zhang Shijie, Wen Zhang and others can grow up.Become the main force of the Northern Expedition.

Seeing Jia Sidao, Xia Gui called him by name and asked him to go on the expedition.Although I don't want to.But he dared not offend Jia Sidao.He could only go out to play and said: "Chen Xiagui is willing to lead the army to the north. Share your majesty's worries."

"Okay. Xia Aiqing. I heard that you are brave and good at fighting. You are a rare general in our dynasty who always wins. Today, the teacher and minister recommend the general to take command. I thought that to deal with the Mongolian iron cavalry, the general must go out."

Xia Gui was picked up by me.He also said happily: "Your Majesty, I appreciate the award. I should do my best."

"En. The old general is really my old Huang Zhongye." I said with a smile. "Teacher, when will the forbidden army be able to move out?"

"Your Majesty, you can go out one after another tomorrow. According to your Majesty's wishes, how many troops will be sent."

"I will discuss the exact number with Xia Aiqing later. Due to time constraints, I think the imperial army can be dispatched in batches. Cavalry first, infantry second. Teachers and ministers. Fan Aiqing. Go and prepare quickly."

"Yes. I will obey the orders."

"Xia Aiqing. After the court meeting, follow me to the side hall to discuss matters."

"Yes. Your Majesty."

"Okay. Let's stop here for today's court meeting. Retire from the court. Xiaoqi. Let Ouyang Jianqing wait outside."

I looked at Xia Gui closely and said, "Xia Aiqing. How many years old are you this year?"

"Return to Your Majesty. The old minister is sixty-eight this year."

"Aiqing is always strong and strong. Her spirit is still strong."

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

"Aiqing. Sit down." I signaled Xia Gui to sit on the seat to my left. "Let's get down to business. What does Ai Qing think of the situation in Luzhou?"

Xia Gui was sitting in danger: "Your Majesty, what the grand master said. Whether to send troops is in between. I also agree with this point. Now Your Majesty has decided to send troops. I also support it. The Privy Council. The Ministry of War's analysis of the situation in Luzhou is very reasonable. Mongolia Ashu soldiers are coming to Luzhou. It is nothing more than testing our military situation. If you can fight, you will fight. If you can’t fight, you will plunder. They will withdraw their troops."

"I know all of this. Aiqing has fought against the Mongols for decades. She should have a deep understanding of them. From what you have seen, how many forbidden troops should I dispatch this time?"

Xia Gui said nonchalantly, "Your Majesty, please make a decision."

I heard that Xia Gui's words are all officialdom.I don't feel a little annoyed.About to attack.But on second thought.Xia Gui knows that he is not my confidant.He was also restrained by Jia Sidao.Of course I dare not speak nonsense.My tone was still gentle and I said: "Xia Aiqing. I have never fought a war. I don't know whether it is correct to send troops this time. But I know. I will fight for every inch of land, no matter how big or small. Luzhou is located on Huainan West Road The government office. Of course, nothing can be lost. Although Shouchun in the north of Luzhou is still in our hands, the surrounding area is completely occupied by Mongolia. If I want to love you, you can take back all the land south of the Huaihe River. Can you do it."

"Ah." Xia Gui said in surprise. "Is Your Majesty planning to counterattack?"

Whether it is from the Privy Council or the Ministry of War.Xia Gui had never heard of the plan to counterattack the Huaihe River.What is His Majesty's intention today?Xia Gui secretly thought.

"Why not. The area between Luzhou and Shouchun is our territory. And the land further north is also occupied by the original Jin Kingdom. I want to take back my own land. It makes sense."

"Your Majesty. It should be. Of course it is reasonable."

I smiled.Fingers tapped the table lightly.Staring at Xia Gui.After a while, he pointed to the map on the wall and said: "Shouchun is the number one military town on the south bank of the Huaihe River. It is adjacent to the Huaihe River in the north. There are lakes such as Wabu Lake and Anfengtang in the south. There are large hills in the east. Although the city walls of Shouchun It is tall and has a sound defense system. But its west and north sides have been in the Mongols' field of vision for a long time. Once it falls, the Jianghuai Plain will be in danger. So I guess that the purpose of Ashu's dispatch of troops this time is not only what you said earlier. There is another It is very possible. It is to cut off the connection between Luzhou and Shouchun. The ultimate goal is not Luzhou. It is Shouchun."

These two days.I carefully observed the military map of Huainan West Road.I take myself as Kublai Khan.Send troops to Luzhou.What is the purpose.I haven't been able to come up with an answer.The casual work that Lu Xiufu said.It is possible.But as a military strategist.Even casual work can imply another purpose.

Kublai Khan sent troops to Luzhou.On the surface, it may seem to be testing the response of the Song Dynasty.If your Song Dynasty counterattacks forcefully.Then I get one vote and leave.If showing weakness.Then I have to push an inch.But its fundamental purpose is to prepare for the capture of Shouchun.

Anyone who can play chess knows it.Take one step to see the next two steps.But master masters can see ten or even thirty steps away after taking one step.The move of soldiers coming to Luzhou can advance and retreat freely.It also laid the foundation for the chess game beyond the next ten moves.Brilliant trick too.

Kublai Khan was a master.A real master.

but.It seems that I should also be considered a master.

If you let Yin Tianya.Taoism is the judge.Will definitely recognize this too.Kublai Khan and I are two of the top chess players in the world today.Twin stars shine.Hard to distinguish.I suddenly thought of.

Xia Gui is also a famous general.I said so.I soon realized it in my heart.

"Your Majesty has a far-sighted vision. It's not as good as a minister."

"Xia Aiqing. You are one of the few famous generals in my dynasty. Think carefully. What is the purpose of letting you go to Luzhou?"

If you regard the Song Dynasty as a family.I am the owner of this house.So I think a lot.After all, Lu Xiufu and others' vision is not as wide as mine.They didn't know that Kublai Khan was so powerful.As for generals like Xia Gui.Although experienced.But they don't seem to consider themselves part of the family.And more like a doorman.Naturally, I don't think too much.This is why Mongolia attacked the Southern Song Dynasty.One of the reasons there are so many traitors.

Xia Gui thought for a while and said, "Your Majesty, I think at least [-] imperial troops need to be taken away."

"Oh. Let's hear it."

"Your Majesty. If you only want to defend Luzhou, then you don't need a single soldier. Only 3 multilateral troops on Huainan West Road are enough. But if you want to move the defense line north to the south bank of the Huaihe River, you need more troops. Specifically How to arrange it. Please forgive me for being dull. I can't think about it for a while. Only by visiting the scene in person can we have a real strategy."

"Aiqing is honest." I praised. "Look at the map and imagine. You can only have a rough idea. Only after the field survey can you come to an argument. Xia Aiqing. I rest assured that Huainan West Road will be handed over to you."

"Don't worry, Your Majesty. The minister is here. Huainan West Road is here."

"En. Xia Aiqing. As for the purpose of your trip, only you and I know. I don't want the third party to know. Can you understand?"

"Your Majesty, don't you need to report the plans you made after arriving in Luzhou to the Privy Council and the Ministry of War?"

"Yes. Of course. Xia Aiqing. You are a smart person. Naturally you know that some plans just need to be reported directly to Zhen." I smiled and said. "Xia Aiqing. You need to always remember. You are the general of my Great Song Dynasty. You are my minister."

"Your Majesty, I understand."

"Xia Aiqing. I heard that you have two sons."

Xia Gui didn't know why, "Yes. Your Majesty. Both of my sons are serving in the army."

"I've heard. The tiger father has no dogs. This time, Aiqing will take one of them to Luzhou Mansion. Take care of Aiqing's daily life by the way. The other one will stay at home to take care of your wife."

Xia Gui knew my intentions.Reluctantly said: "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your kindness."

"Haha." I smiled again. "Does Aiqing think that I am keeping your son as a hostage?"

"Your Majesty. Minister. Minister dare not."

"Aiqing. Have you heard of Lin'an University?"

"Return to Your Majesty. I have heard of it."

"En. I plan to follow the example of Lin'an University and establish another Royal Military University. It will specialize in cultivating military talents of our dynasty. At present, I am looking for candidates. I have two candidates in my mind for the time being. One is Ouyang Jianqing in the navy. The first is Xia Song, the son of Aiqing. I will be the president of this university myself. From now on, all of you veteran generals will be professors of the university. In your free time, go to the university and tell the young soldiers about your classic battles.”

As a minister of the court.Of course Xia Gui knew that the Royal Lin'an University was run by me.Also heard a lot of rumors.After graduating from college.Those qualified students will be reused by the royal family.And if Xia Song can enter the newly established Royal Military University.That can be regarded as having something to do with the current royal family.

Judging from the current situation in the DPRK and China.Imperial power emerges.And faintly stabilize the phase power.In the past, I had a little bit of a relationship with Xiangquan.But it has nothing to do with imperial power.This time happened to be an opportunity.

Xia Gui turned his worries into joy and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty, for being able to take a fancy to Gouzi. On behalf of Gouzi, I would like to thank Your Majesty for your kindness."

"Xia Aiqing. For those who are capable, I will always promote them. As long as Xia Song has this ability, he will naturally be appreciated by me."

"Your Majesty. My Xia family will surely live up to His Majesty's love."

"Hehe. Also. Aiqing is going this time. I will guarantee the normal military salary supply of the army."

Xia Gui heard what I said.The old man blushed.Also understand that I know its nature.He hurriedly said: "Your Majesty, this..."

"Xia Aiqing. It's nothing. The soldiers are fighting bloody battles on the front line. Of course I should feed them. Eat well."

Xia Gui's heart warmed up.It seems to have found a confidant.He got up and knelt down and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty. Your Majesty. The minister will set off with [-] cavalry troops tomorrow. The dog Xia Qing and the infantry commander Wang Sheng will lead another [-] infantry troops. This is feasible."

"Okay. For the time being, I will designate you as the envoy of the Luzhou system. You will be in charge of all the soldiers and horses on Huainan West Road. I will announce it in the morning tomorrow. Go to the Privy Council immediately to get the military amulet. Prepare to take command and go out."

"Chen Xiagui obeys the order."

"Xiaoqi. Draft the decree. Follow Xia Aiqing to the Privy Council to go through the relevant procedures."

"Yes. Official."

"En. Go ahead. Tell Ouyang Jianqing to come in."