Early Tang Dynasty: forge ahead

Chapter 291 Arrangement

The post-war statistics have now come out. Chen Qingsi can't get a detailed answer here. He only knows that a lot of soldiers and horses were lost. The Tang Dynasty suffered the most casualties in the southern and northern wars.

But as the final winner, the Tang Dynasty captured a lot of loot.

In addition to the final battle of Dafeichuan, the food and baggage of 80,000 Tibetan troops, and the baggage of 20,000 Tibetan troops who had been watching Tuyuhun Khan.

Galdong Zanhao in Fuqi City retreated, but it was not so easy for another group of Tibetan soldiers who were confronting Tuyuhun Khan.

In the end, the Tubo soldiers broke into pieces and fled in order to preserve their strength.

The Qinghai Lake area is vast and rich in resources, including high mountains and plains, and it is difficult for Su Dingfang to pursue him.

However, the supplies of cattle, sheep and food for the 20,000 troops were all captured by the Tang army.

Generally speaking, both the Tang army and Tubo lost a lot of troops and horses, but the Tubo army was replenished with population, and the Tang army received a large amount of supplies to restore health.

Only Tuyuhun is a pure loss...

The core army was dispersed by Tibet, and the population around the capital was forcibly relocated.

It's a miserable word.

After this blow, it was difficult for Tuyuhun to recover.

After all, their Khan is an incompetent person.

With the terrain of Tubo, it is impossible to give up the pursuit of Qinghai, and Tuyuhun does not have the strength to stick to it. If there is an opportunity, he will definitely go south again.

Chen Qingsi's tone was very firm, and then she smiled and said: "Not only that, but now Tuyuhun, the khan, has been frightened out of his wits after this battle and does not dare to return to Fuqi City."

Di Renjie frowned and said: "This is not a problem. If Tuyuhun has no ability to take care of himself, doesn't it mean that every time Tubo goes south, the imperial court needs to send troops to support it? Again and again, our army is consumed back and forth, so what's the point? Come on?"

Chen Qingsi's strategy to defend against Tibet was to rely mainly on Tuyuhun's strength, supplemented by reinforcements from the Tang army.

Now that Tuyuhun has lost the power to resist, it will turn its back to the Tang army, which will be a thankless task.

Wei Yuanzhong said directly: "As far as the current situation is concerned, it is better for the court to take it directly and let our people take over it directly. As for the Khan of Tuyuhun, we might as well just let him be an idle prince..."

Zhang Jianzhi shook his head slightly and said: "That's inappropriate. Most of the people in Qinghai Lake are Xianbei and Qiang people. We took them by force. Not to mention the impact of annexing tributary countries, the Xianbei and Qiang people in the territory may not be willing to accept our rule. Qinghai The lake is of great benefit to Tibet, but it is worthless to us. Manage it, the investment will be too much, the harvest will be too small, and it will conflict with Liangzhou. If it is not managed, the people's livelihood and people's hearts will definitely be dissatisfied..."

Di Renjie repeatedly agreed: "We are good at farming, and they are good at nomadic herding. If we cannot coexist with each other, there will be conflicts. When the time comes, it will be bad."

Listening to the three people expressing their opinions, Chen Qingsi remained calm and composed.

When Wei Yuanzhong saw this, he hurriedly asked: "Sir, does he have some countermeasures?"

Di Renjie and Zhang Jian both felt that they were all ears.

Chen Qingsi said: "There is indeed a method, but whether it can be implemented remains to be discussed."

The three of them said in unison: "Students are willing to listen to your guidance."

Chen Qingsi said: "This time Tuyuhun's vitality has been seriously injured, and they are no longer able to resist the Tibetans. It is better for us to directly send troops to Qinghai Lake and take the initiative to protect Tuyuhun. And Tuyuhun should not think about confrontation and just herd horses and sheep with peace of mind. That's good. Qinghai Lake is rich in materials. After training, our army can farm, fish and hunt on its own, and is completely self-sufficient. Of course, these cannot be free. Specialties such as cattle, sheep and horses must be paid tribute to the court, and the specific amount is to be determined. "

All three people's eyes lit up.

Wei Yuanzhong first said: "This is very good. Tuyuhun Khan is cowardly. If our army is stationed in it, it is equivalent to letting them support our army."

Zhang Jianzhi said: "More than that, Tubo's defeat is known to be severe. When our troops stationed in Qinghai Lake, they will definitely use rat weapons. I'm afraid they won't go south within three to five years. It can be said to be a business without capital." Di Renjie said: "Go there I think deeply that we can deepen our relationship with each other. After we gain a foothold in Qinghai, we can encourage trade, encourage each other to marry, and develop in the direction we want. When the time comes, we can easily pick it up."

Chen Qingsi couldn't help but nod, and the answer this time was also decisive.

Wei Yuanzhong can be said to be a capable minister, Zhang Jianzhi is a famous minister, and Di Renjie is a great sage.

The four of them had a detailed discussion about the Tibetan affairs.

Until the end of the song and everyone dispersed, Di Renjie resigned first.

Chen Qingsi said: "Have a good trip Huaiying. I have official duties tomorrow, so I won't see you off."

Di Renjie bowed three times and said, "Students, please remember your teacher's teachings."

After saying that, he left.

Chen Qingsi watched Di Renjie's figure disappear at the corner of the street and said, "Let's go back to the house to talk."

Chen Qingsi did not take the two of them back to the banquet, but came to his study room and asked them how they were doing in each other's positions.

Zhang Jianzhi was the number one scholar and served as the school secretary of Hongwen Hall. The official rank of the school secretary is not high, but the job requirements are high. They are usually the best among the Jinshi or the "extraordinary talents" who have passed the imperial examination. The position is leisurely, the salary is generous, the promotion is rapid, and the future is bright. It is regarded as a good choice to start a scholar.

Zhang Jianzhi said: "Everything is going well for the students. Proofreading and copying is a task that students are good at. Everything goes well."

Wei Yuanzhong said: "Students are also very good at Taipu Temple, and they all have idle positions."

Chen Qingsi nodded matter-of-factly and said: "With your two talents, your current position is indeed a bit unqualified for you. After you joined the official position, your performance has been well received, but are you thinking of changing positions?"

Zhang Jianzhi and Wei Yuanzhong both heard what Chen Qingsi meant.

Chen Qingsi's acceptance of some of Laiji's political resources has now been made public.

As the leader of the Qing faction, in addition to appeasing the elders, it is also inevitable to promote his cronies.

Zhang Jianzhi and Wei Yuanzhong were mentally prepared.

Hearing him mention it now, Zhang Jianzhi immediately said: "Students are willing to listen to your arrangements."

Wei Yuanzhong looked even more happy to be able to follow his idol to realize his ambitions. What a great thing, and he continued: "The student has been waiting for the call from the teacher."

Chen Qingsi had a smile on her face. It was a pity that she could not take Di Renjie as her own, but having two students, Zhang Jianzhi and Wei Yuanzhong, was also very good.

"General Meng, you have a calm and resourceful personality, and are upright and fierce. You are suitable for serving in Dali Temple. I recommend you to Dali Temple..."

"As for Yuan Zhong, you are loyal and enthusiastic, good at making friends with colleagues, and have a good way of dealing with interpersonal relationships. My teacher recommends you to join the Ministry of Civil Affairs..."

"These are practical positions. You should perform well and don't let down the high expectations of being a teacher."

Chen Qingsi nominally took over Lai Ji's political legacy, but there were serious doubts even within the Qing faction about whether he could serve as the leader.

The performance of Zhang Jianzhi and Wei Yuanzhong will directly affect the authority of Chen Qingsi, the leader.

(End of this chapter)