Early Tang Dynasty: forge ahead

Chapter 364 Wolf Ambition
Fuguo Mountain.

Bo Jie patrolled the camp as always.

When the Baekje soldiers coming and going saw him, they all bowed to say hello. This shows that this Baekje veteran is indeed very popular among the people.

"General Bojie!"

When Bo Jie heard the shouting, he turned around and saw a brave general.

Bo Jie hurriedly said: "General Sha Zha!"

This General Shatuo is called Shatuo Xiangru.

The Shado family is one of the eight noble surnames in Baekje, and the family has long held the position of chief Dazopyeong. The position of Dazopyeong is the first-class official title of Baekje, the commander-in-chief of the country, the highest official position in Baekje, equivalent to the prime minister and the marshal in charge of the world's troops.

It can be seen that the lintel of the Shatuo family is much more important than that of the Heijia family whose teeth are often black.

However, Shatuo Xiangru was not a direct descendant of the Shatuo clan, but a direct descendant of the Shatuo family. Sha Zha Qianfu of Dazuoping had been captured by Su Dingfang and taken to Chang'an.

But even so, Shatuo Xiangru raised his arms in the name of the Shatuo family and gathered a lot of soldiers, which strengthened their restoration army a lot.

"The king asked me to discuss important matters together, so he sent General Bojie."

Bo Jie nodded and said, "General, I'd like to go with you. Please."

The two of them headed deep into the forest together.

This place was originally the most inconspicuous place in the mountains of Baekje, but because it hid the Baekje Restoration Army, these Baekje remnants gave this place a nice name, Restoration Mountain, which means that they drove away the Tang thieves and restored Baekje. The heart of mountains and rivers.

Seeing that the surrounding soldiers were getting denser and denser, Bo Jie suddenly stopped and said, "General Sha Zha, I heard that you have a very good relationship with Hei Ji Da Su, is this possible? "

The Heiji family and the Shatuo family have been friends for generations, and Shatuo Xiangru and Heiji Changzhi grew up together.

Shatuo Xiangru nodded and said: "He and I are brothers from the same mother and we can sacrifice our lives for each other."

Bo Jie said: "Will we know that Black Teeth has returned to Baekje?"

"what?"

Shatuo Xiangru paused, a trace of ecstasy flashed in his eyes, and said: "Does General Bojie really mean what he said? How did he come back?"

Bo Jie said: "I don't know what happened. I just know that he returned to Baekje with Chen Qingsi, the chief governor of the Tang Dynasty. Chen Qingsi regarded Zhihai very highly and always took him with him."

Shatuo Xiangru gnashed his teeth and said, "General Bojie, are you saying that he betrayed Baekje?"

Bo Jie shook his head and said: "You can't say that..."

He pursed his lips, glanced left and right, and said in a low voice: "Heiji Dashu kidnapped the Central Plains with King Yici. What kind of betrayal does it mean for him to follow King Yici? It's just that King Yici can't return after all. Back in Baekje, he will always be just a name. Now our army seems to be growing, but in fact, once the weather gets warmer, the war will definitely resume. Chen Qingsi will not be led by us. We need to be black. To achieve victory, we cannot do without his courage and talent.”

Shatuo Xiangru was silent for a moment and said, "I'll give it a try. There's no guarantee whether it will work or not."

Bo Jie said: "Just do your best!"

The two of them whispered and came to a natural cave.

This meeting was held in the cave.

After the two of them entered the cave, a large number of civil and military personnel from the Restoration Army had gathered in the cave.

There were ghosts Fuxin and Daochen who invited Fu Yufeng from Baekje, and corresponding calls. They were unwilling to accept the control of the Tang Dynasty. Zhengwu, Chi Shouxin, Yanping, Zhenxingzhi, etc., plus Bojie, Shatuo Xiang, etc. For example, the Restoration Army is also full of talents.

This is also Baekje’s centuries-old heritage.

Fu Yufeng looked at the two people entering the cave, looked around, and was also very ambitious. He stood up and said, "The country has suffered, the territory has been lost, and we are completely destitute. Our current situation depends entirely on the support of all the gentlemen. I would like to thank you all in advance."

He spoke in an old-fashioned way, and then raised his voice and said: "Today I am summoning all the princes to express my thanks and discuss where to build the foundation. The late king has humiliated the Tang Dynasty, and we are about to restore the country. It's just right to be famous. Hiding in the mountains and forests is not what we want. Expelling the Tang thieves and restoring the mountains and rivers of Baekje is our common ambition..."

He thought for a moment, seemed to have forgotten his words, and then said after a moment: "We have been planning for a year, just for today. We will no longer hide, we want to know to everyone on the Haidong Peninsula that Baidu Ji restored the country."

He danced his fists passionately.

Many people in the cave also raised their arms and shouted.

Since the exchange of camps at Datun Mountain, they saw hope of victory.

After repeated discussions, it was decided to use winter to gather all the rebel forces in Baekje and consolidate their forces in one place. Prepare to formally attack the city actually controlled by the Tang Dynasty and declare the restoration of the country.

It was at this time that Shatuo Xiangru responded to Fuyu Feng's call and took advantage of winter to join the main army.

The same is true for Zhengwu, Chi Shouxin, Yanping, and Zhenxingzhi. They had resisted for a generation in their hometown, but now they have all gathered together.

Fu Yufeng waved his hand to stop the commotion and said: "To restore the country, we must first capture a city as a camp and use it as a stronghold, and then expand to all directions until the Tang bandits are driven out of Haidong. Regarding this camp stronghold, gentlemen, What’s your opinion?”

Fu Yufeng looked around.

Onimuro Fukunobu was the first to stand up and said: "I suggest that Zhouliu City is the most suitable. Zhouliu City is easy to defend but difficult to attack, and it is located in a strategic location. Based on this, we can attack when we advance and defend when we retreat, so we can keep everything safe."

After hearing this, Fu Yufeng nodded with satisfaction.

Zhouliucheng is located in a remote area with poor mountains and rivers, so it is not suitable for establishing a stronghold. But he has an advantage. Living in the southwest corner of the Haidong Peninsula, he can get support from Japan anytime and anywhere.

Fu Yufeng lived in the Japanese country longer than Baekje. The restoration of the country was able to prosper today, and the Japanese country also supported a large amount of gold and grain.

Fu Yufeng, Onimuro Fukunobu, and Daochen relied most heavily on the Japanese state.

Zhouliucheng, which is the most convenient to get the support of Japan, is naturally the most suitable.

"Your Majesty, I disagree." A sharp objection sounded.

Fu Yufeng took a closer look and saw that it was Chi Shouxin.

Chi Shouxin was very short, but very capable and full of energy: "The city of Zhouliu is in a remote place in the countryside. What's the point of trying so hard to capture it? I think we should go north along the Zhu River to attack Jiuchi City. Jiuchi City has Goguryeo at its back. Goguryeo is the great enemy of the Tang Dynasty, and there is a feud between the two sides. We can declare the restoration of the country here, and even establish the capital here. Then we can send people to Goguryeo to negotiate an alliance and jointly resist the Tang Dynasty. "Chi Shouxin has a very close relationship with Goguryeo. Well, he secretly went to Goguryeo many times to seek welfare for Baekje.

Historically, after Liu Rengui turned the tide, Chi Shouxin saw that the situation was over and directly defected to Goguryeo.

At this moment, he also had the idea that if the restoration of the country was successful, it would be great, and he would be able to serve the dragon. Even if it failed and failed, he would still be able to lead Buyeofeng to Goguryeo and let Goguryeo control Buyeofeng. Capital for promotion.

Fu Yufeng felt a little moved when he saw Chi Shouxin talking endlessly about the benefits of establishing a foothold in Jiuchicheng.

He is a person with no independent opinions. When he hears different opinions, he doesn't know how to choose.

Fu Yufeng couldn't help but look at Bo Jie.

Fu Yufeng did not trust Bo Jie, but he knew that his closest friends, Guishi Fuxin and Daochen, supported using Zhouliucheng as a stronghold.

Bo Jie has always been upright and selfless, does not form cliques, and is devoted to Baekje. His words are worth listening to.

Bo Jie went out and said: "The last general thought it would be best to attack Rencun City directly."

As soon as Bo Jie said these words, all the discussions from all directions disappeared, and for a while, a pindrop could be heard.

Fu Yufeng stuttered a little when he spoke: "Uncle-level general, Rencun City is not easy to attack."

Baekje is mountainous and forested, and there is a shortage of arable land. There is one area in the east and one area in the west. There is almost no large area of ​​arable land. Jeollabuk-do is the only large plain in Baekje, and Imcunseong City is located in this large plain.

Rencun City is located in a plain and is also the site of the Four Battles. Even if a surprise attack here succeeds, endless battles await them.

Bo Jie looked at Fu Yufeng, who was at the head, and said: "This is the only way we can survive. Your Majesty, I have lost contact with Silla, and they no longer support us with food and equipment. According to reliable information, Chen Qingsi has taken advantage of During the winter, soldiers were arranged to completely block the sea connection between Baekje and the Japanese kingdom, and also blockade the road between Baekje and Goguryeo. Whether it is the Japanese kingdom, Goguryeo, or Silla, we can only rely on ourselves now. "

He looked at Chi Shouxin and said: "The Tang army wants to cut off the road with Goguryeo, and Jiuchi City is the only choice. If we send troops to surprise Jiuchi at this time, we will face off against the Tang army. The other side has been prepared for a surprise attack. If you don’t succeed, you will be a turtle in a urn.”

After saying that, he looked at Guishi Fuxin and said: "Zhouliu City is in danger of mountainous terrain, so it is indeed advisable to defend it. However, our army's food has been consumed in the winter, and there is not much left. There is no land to cultivate in Zhouliu City, and there is no food to take. If we stay here, the Tang Dynasty won't even need to send troops, they will starve us to death."

Finally, Bo Jie bowed to Fuyu Feng and said: "Your Majesty, Rencun City is different. This place is extremely critical. There are grains around it and there are warehouses in the city. Once our army captures it, it will definitely cause a sensation in the entire Haidong. Those who are truly ambitious will We will be encouraged to respond to the great king's feat. We can also show the three countries of Goguryeo, Wa, and Silla that the Tang Dynasty is nothing more than this. If we attract the main force of the Tang Dynasty, they will only send troops to harass and drag the entire Baekje into the quagmire of war. The city will be affected by turmoil, and more and more people will resist the Tang Dynasty. It will also be possible to drive the Tang Dynasty out of Baekje."

Fu Yufeng was very happy when he heard this.

Daochen said: "General Bojie, you are saying this in a nice way. Only if everything goes well will it be as you said. If there is any deviation in any place, if we fail to capture Rencun City, our soldiers will be on the plain." Besides, even if Ren Cun City is captured by chance, what will happen next if we are trapped in an isolated city and the heavens and the earth fail to respond? ?”

Bo Jie said: "What we are doing is extremely risky. How can we be afraid of death at this critical moment?"

Fu Yufeng's face turned pale again, he didn't want to die...

The two sides argued over the direction of attack.

Now that the war is coming, the direction of attack is blocked.

For several days, no result was reached.

Until this day, Fuguo Mountain welcomed a person... Zhongchen Dahui.

"Daiki-kun!"

Fu Yufeng was overjoyed to see Nakatomi Dahui.

Fu Yufeng's status in the Japanese country was that of a hostage. He was not well-received and had no close friends. The concubine of the Nakatomi family, Nakatomi Daiki, was one of the few people who had a good relationship and could be considered a friend.

"Why are you here? But what orders does the eldest brother, the prince, have?"

Fu Yufeng knew the situation of Japan better than the situation of Baekje.

The Japanese country is now divided into reformists and conservatives. Prince Nakadai, who is in power, is the reformist. After the reform of Dahua, the national power of the Japanese country has greatly increased. It has been unfavorable in the conquest of Ezo and other places, and it has been in the limelight for a while.

The conservatives are dominated by the left minister Abe Uchimaro and the right minister Soga Ishikawa Maro. Their power has been greatly reduced due to the reform, and they have always been at odds with the prince, the eldest brother of the middle school.

Nakatomi Daiki's father is Nakatomi Kamazu, the ancestor of the Fujiwara clan, and the mastermind of Nakatomi's elder brother, the prince.

Nakatomi Dahui said: "There is a man named Liu Rengui in the Tang army. He blocked the sea channel. Our people were completely cut off from Fujiwara-kun. All the materials prepared by Nakatomi for Fujiwara-kun could not be transported."

When Fu Yufeng heard Nakatomi Daiki calling him Fujiwara-kun, he couldn't help but raise his eyebrows, and he felt unhappy. He was now the king of Baekje, not Fujiwara Kamazu in the Japanese country, but he heard that supplies from behind could not be transported, and he was even more dissatisfied. He was so anxious that he couldn't care less and said: "What should we do? Our food can only last three months. After three months, if we don't have support, we will starve to death."

However, Nakatomi Daiki smiled and said: "Fujiwara-kun, don't worry, what kind of person is Prince Nakadai, that is the incarnation of Sukunamikami."

Sukunamikawei is the god of wisdom in the Japanese country.

Zhongchen Dahui continued: "Zhongda brother, the prince, has found a way to avoid the Tang Dynasty's sea blockade, and can even directly attack Xiongjin of the Tang Dynasty. Mere food and other things are not a problem."

"That's great!" Upon hearing this, Fu Yufeng quickly grabbed Nakatomi Daiki's hand and said, "Prince Nakatomi is worthy of being the incarnation of Sukunamika Wei. How can Chen Qingsi, who comes from the Sunset Kingdom, be his opponent?"

The Japanese country has always been proud of itself as the country of the rising sun, and regards the Central Plains in the west as the country of the setting sun.

Although he later discovered the power of Zhongyuan, he still had a hard mouth.

Fu Yufeng had lived in the Japanese country for many years and knew their preferences and taboos very well.

As expected, Nakatomi Daiki showed a satisfied look, but he said: "Prince Nakadai is very willing to help Mr. Fujiwara. After all, Baekje is a vassal state of our country. There is no reason why a vassal country should be bullied and the suzerain country should be indifferent. Prince Nakadai has already prepared to send troops. Be prepared, as soon as the opportunity comes, our 100,000-strong Japanese army will immediately march northward."

"Ten, one hundred thousand?"

Fu Yufeng was startled.

"Yes, it's one hundred thousand."

Nakatomi Daiki affirmed.

One of them dares to brag and the other dares to believe.

"It's just that Mr. Fujiwara knows that there are Abe Uchimaro and Soga Ishikawa Maro in our country who are often enemies of Prince Nakadai. They are opposed to Prince Nakadai's sending troops, and sending troops to Baekje will not bring any benefits. Instead, they will offend the Tang Dynasty. Brother Nakadai Prince, I am also in a dilemma. If Mr. Fujiwara is willing to give up any land to our country, our army of 100,000 will help Mr. Fujiwara dominate Haidong."

(End of this chapter)