Unofficial History of the Sui and Tang Dynasties

Chapter 90

Zhenyuan ordered Zhang Xun to raise his troops on the [-]th year of Sui Tianbao in spring and February. The bandits led Shi Siming and led them to divide them into three villages fifty miles away from the city in Changshan, waiting for the arrival of Tang soldiers.

Let me first say that Li Guangbi led Fan, more than 3000 Hanbu cavalry, and [-] Taiyuan crossbowmen went out of Xingkou to Changshan.The soldiers trained by the Changshan Regiment captured the thief general An Siyi, escorted him to the Tang camp, and came to see Guangbi. Guangbi then asked Siyi, "The plan to defeat the thief is at hand. If you have a plan, I will not kill you." Siyi Said: "The great officers and men are exhausted from a long distance. When they encounter a big enemy suddenly, they are afraid that they will be in the front. It is better to move the army into the city, prepare for the defense early, predict the outcome first, and then send troops. Although Hu Qi is sharp, he can't be prudent, and he can't do it. Li, discouraged and detached, it is time to plan. I guess the vanguard of the Ming Dynasty will arrive tomorrow morning, and the army will follow, so we must pay attention." Guangbi was overjoyed when he heard the words, so he released his shackles, and then moved the army into the city, ready Resist the enemy.It turned out that when Shi Siming heard that Changshan was not guarding, he immediately broke the siege of Raoyang, gathered more than [-] riders, and went straight to the city, shouting loudly.Guangbi shouted loudly in the city, and five hundred crossbowmen fired at once, and the arrows rained down, and no one dared to approach them.The bandit soldiers retreated for more than [-] miles, just as the natives reported: "There are [-] bandit infantry coming from Raoyang to Jiumen. You can attack them from the middle way, and you will win a complete victory." Step and ride five thousand, stop the flag and drum, and sneak.When they reached the wall, the bandit soldiers were unarmored for lunch. When they heard that the Tang soldiers had arrived suddenly, they were not as good as their armor, and they all ran in panic and trampled on each other.Drive the soldiers behind to cover up the killing, and there is no one left behind.

But Shi Siming said that all the soldiers in Raoyang were lost, and they were frustrated, so they led the troops back into the nine gates.

From time to time, among the seven subordinate officers and troops in the nine counties of Changshan, only Jiumen and Gaocheng were occupied by thieves.

But it is said that An Lushan entered Luoyang, plundered several counties, and killed people every day.Yang Wanshi, the prefect of Qiao County, surrendered. Lushan was overjoyed, so he discussed with him the strategy of attacking.Wan Shi said: "The place where Luoyang is attacked by the enemy may not be able to defend for a long time. Nearby is the magistrate of Zhenyuan County, who is also from Nanyang, Dengzhou. His surname is Zhang Mingxun. Determine the plan of the Westerners, and become the emperor." Lu Shan followed him, and immediately sent Wan Shi to hold the call to summon Zhang, and fraudulently promoted Zhang to the post of Inspector Shi to serve as a staff officer in the army.

But Zhang Xun said that in Zhenyuan, he was persuading farmers to teach martial arts and repairing civil affairs with his followers. He suddenly reported that Anlu Mountain sent Yang Wanshi to come to appease him.At the end of the patrol meeting, Wan Shi said: "The thieves are so powerful that it is difficult to be an enemy. You can meet the thieves in the west and preserve your wealth." I, hate to eat your flesh! I swear to kill this thief, in order to stretch my will!" About to cut off ten thousand stones, he led the officials and people to cry at the temple of Emperor Xuanyuan, and raised troops to fight against the thief.Xun and the others discussed and decided on a plan, and the township Qi Jin said: "The situation of the mountains and rivers is different, and the offensive and defensive tactics of the soldiers are also different. A certain barbarian who often knocks, the dangers and obstacles of the land are unknown, and the roads are smoother than the land of the Jianghuai River. The mountains and rivers are vast and deserted. Riding on a Mercedes-Benz should not be used in a conflict. The Jianghuai region should be defended rather than attacked. To go here and defend according to the Huaihe River is the best policy, but please elaborate.

Xun said: "This plan is very clever. Since I have received your advice, I will go to the Dajiao field tomorrow to recruit volunteers, and I will set off. Don't miss the important event." "He sent people to post the recruitment bulletins all over the place. The article said: Zhang Xun, the magistrate of Zhenyuan County, recruited volunteers and guaranteed local affairs: it is said that generals should not be easy to find, nor should they be taken lightly. A general is the leader of the country. Safety and danger are at stake, and the lives of the people are at stake. Those who fight against insults and defend the country and protect the people are those who win people, how can they be easily sought and easily attracted. Today, there are many countries, and there are many feathers and feathers. There are those who hide sharp beasts and hide in the mountains and forests; there are those who hide their names to avoid their power; there are those who dare to die and enjoy being injured; Those who punish the constitution and want to escape their crimes; those who are talented and capable of carrying heavy loads and go far; Those who hate each other. Such people should gather in one side, and it is advisable to pull out Mao Lianru, present jade and throw pearls. Xun also uses his talents according to his talents, and because of his tools, everyone will see the ugly captives of the whole teacher and reward the victors. Those with the most meritorious service are bestowed with national scholars, and those with the second best merit are given gold and silk. Woohoo!
Wouldn't it be great and prosperous for Baler to be among the crowd, and to be alive after thousands of years?Therefore.

Left and right hung the list outside the door, and within ten days, there were more than thousands of obedient people from all directions, and they were only afraid that they would not be appointed by generals.While I was thinking about it, it was reported that two strong men had come to join the army. Looking at their mouths, they were nine feet long and several circumferences wide. They were very majestic.Xun said: "God bless me, and it will be a big event." Called to the hall and asked about its origin, one person replied: "A certain surname is Nan, whose name is Jiyun, and the family name of Weizhou. Today, because of the chaos caused by the Hu slaves, the people are in dire straits, and things are concerned. Hateful and gnashing of teeth. I heard that my lord is recruiting soldiers, and I am here to contribute to the court." Before he finished speaking, the man replied: "The villain is from Zhuozhou, his surname is Lei and his name is Wanchun. Although he is a peaceful citizen, he has heard of battles , Bravely capable of killing swords, disregarding one's righteousness. I heard that the adults are recruiting soldiers, and I am here to serve you." Xun said: "What can you do, try to say it in front of the tent." Ji Yun said: "Soldiers, weapons, will Those who are in danger of a job are those who are too strong to break, and those who are heavy to be in danger. Therefore, a good general will not be overbearing, will not hold power, favors him but does not like him, humiliates him but does not get angry, sees benefits without being greedy, sees beauty without lust It’s all about being loyal to the country.” Xun Daxie said: “A true general.” Then he asked: “What skills do you have?
"Wan Chun said: "The way to use soldiers is to respect them with honor and support them with wealth, and all scholars will come to them; if they receive them with courtesy and encourage them with words, all soldiers will die; , then all scholars are not disobedient; first treat the body, and then treat others, then all scholars are brave; small deeds must be recorded, small merits must be rewarded, and all scholars will persuade. Xun said: "The real pillar is also a great talent."

The two of you can change into uniforms, and immediately set up troops.The three armies, big and small, listen to my orders: today, because of rebellion and chaos, the fierce flames are so fierce, they have driven south for a long time, and then Shanheluo stole Shenzhou, accused Youshuo, and wanted to steal his artifact, which offended my emperor.When the living and the people are suffering, the ancestral society and the Qiuxu will now lead you to protect the Jianghuai, so that those who walk will not change, and those who cultivate will not stop.I want to protect the people, but I want the people instead. If I disobey my order, everyone will be beheaded. "All the generals bowed their hands to listen to the order, everyone applauded, and everyone fought for strength. There is a poem in Jingxuan: Tang Zuo's southeast power has fallen, and a hero will commit suicide in vain.

The general's ambition is to swallow the Hu captives, but he hopes that Yan Ling will be named after him.

At that time, Xun took Nan Jiyun and Lei Wanchun as the vanguard, drilled troops and trained generals, and led more than a thousand people to set off immediately.After walking for several days, they arrived at Yongqiu, where they joined forces with Jia Ben, the censor, and vowed to hunt down the thieves.

But it is said that Yongqiu Ling's surname is Linghu and his name is Chao, and he is also from Mayi.First attacked by thieves, but unable to resist the enemy, raise the city and surrender to the thieves.Someone reported to the patrol, saying that Linghu Chao's wife was still in the city, and the patrol wanted to harm her, so they asked people to visit the fruits, so they went into the city to search for them, and killed them all.At that time, the thieves were scattered and had no fixed place. Linghu Chao heard that the patrol had arrived, and was furious, so he led two thousand troops to attack the city.

But Zhang Xun heard that Linghu Chao's army and horses were coming in Yongqiu City, and called Jia Ben to discuss.

Ben said: "Don't worry, my lord. Although the thief has the courage of ten thousand men, there is nothing to be afraid of. I think the two generals Nan and Lei are really brave and can meet the enemy." Patrolling Nan Jiyun and Lei Wanchun, boasting of their hearts Martial arts do not let the ancient Zhao Yun and Xu Chu.Xun was rewarded heavily, so Jiyun and Wanchun led more than a thousand troops to leave the city to meet the enemy, and Xunzi led an army to take the lead.

The two sides formed a circle, and Linghu Chao came out with a big ax across his shoulders, and shouted sharply: "Who will go out?" In the battle, there was a man on the horse, wearing an iron helmet and armor, holding a zhangba snake spear, riding a green horse, Attracted Linghu Chao with a gun and said: "I am Zhang Xunye of Nanyang, Dengzhou. Leading the army to meet the bandits in the west, and here to attach the bandits to you through imports and imports. First come and kill your wife, and then kill you.

You come here just right. Chao Xiao said: "Just say whoever came here, it turned out to be Mr. Zhang."Come here, I have a word, you can listen quietly: Now that the world's major events are gone, how is it like heaven?Listening to someone's words, if you don't want to find a fortune from me, how do you feel? Xun scolded sharply and said, "you thief slave, running between Lilu and begging for power at the gate of power."Bearing the great grace, committing a heinous crime, not knowing the way of heaven, how can you know human relations, dare to bully and accuse me? " Chao said: "I use good words to persuade, but I am prejudiced and scolded.I see that your horse has no grass, your army has no food, and a single brigade, how can you stand in my way? "

After saying that, he swung his big axe and killed him.Zhang Xun called back to the army to walk in the formation, the gate of the formation opened again, Linghu Chao rushed over, the formation suddenly divided into two and walked away.How exactly is unknown?
General comment: The way of human relations runs in the same way, and scholars after the Qin and Han Dynasties cannot know it.Xunzhi said this, so is Xunzhi's talent and knowledge just to control the army?
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