Chapter 214 The emperor is also embarrassed

Lu Qiang was indeed embarrassed. In the past few days, the news about Tuoba��u's army going south has been sent to his desk through various channels.

400,000 Wei troops went south to attack Yan, all the way like a bamboo. In less than a month, they broke through Yanmen, Dai County, Bingzhou and other places, and now they have been under Zhongshan City.

Murong Yun has just been the emperor for several months, and his relationship has not been smooth in all aspects, which is also the main reason for the Yan army's consecutive defeats.

In a hurry, Murong Yun issued an edict to the Yan army all over the country to rush to Zhongshan Qinwang, and at the same time, he sent four letters for help to Lu Qiang in a row, implore Lu Qiang to look at the thin face of the past and send troops to rescue him.

Everyone knows the truth of dead lips and teeth, and with the State of Yan blocking in front, the State of Jin can also rest and recuperate at ease, so Lu Qiang is very moved to send troops to rescue the State of Yan.

During this period, Lu Qiang has ordered Tan Daoji to launch an army on the spot and build the first line of defense in the area centered on Puyang County.

Zhao Lunwen's army built a second line of defense in Yingchuan County. At the same time, Deng Xiang and Shi Yanzu led 10,000 cavalry to enter Nanyang County to support the front line at any time.

The deployment of troops has been completed, and the next step is to study whether to send troops to rescue the State of Yan?

On this day, Lu Qiang summoned six chief officers, the governor He Wuji, and Han Yanzhi and other civil and military officials who came from Jiankang to discuss whether to send troops.

It's a little unexpected that five of the six chief officers opposed the dispatch of troops.

There are several reasons. First, spring ploughing is about to begin. The imperial court has experienced war and many places are in urgent need of labor. For this reason, the court has previously ordered local troops to help the people reclaim wasteland. In this way, there are still too many troops to fight?

Second, the imperial army has just calmed down Erliu and surrendered a large number of prisoners. In order to resettle these prisoners and return to their homes, the imperial treasury has basically been hollowed out, and the war burns the most money and grain. Even if it wants to send troops, it must wait until after the summer harvest.

The last point is that Jiankang Zuo Jinzhou Prefecture has just been paced down and has not yet reached the loyalty of Jing and Jiang. Once the war is delayed, who can guarantee that there will be no problems in these places?

Lu Qiang, who was choked by several questions, was speechless and turned to He Wuji to hear what He Wuji thought about this matter.

As a soldier, He Wuji's most want to fight north and recover all the fallen lands in the north, so he is determined to fight, but he is not a young man. He knows that what the members of the ministries say are related to national economy and people's livelihood, but he does not dare to talk nonsense.

Han Yanzhi saw that the emperor was a little unhappy and hurriedly said, "Your Majesty, I agree to send troops"

Before Lu Qiang said anything, Xie Wangzu frowned and said, "Lord Han, a soldier, the great weapon of the country. Now that your majesty has recovered all the land that has fallen in the south for more than 100 years, he is on the right time to rest and recuperate. How can you use knives and soldiers again?"

Lu Qiang knows that his father-in-law is a typical conservative, and can also be said to be a type who is content with the status quo and unmotivated.

He Wuji is obviously not the opponent of these civil servants, but he still can't help saying: "As the old saying goes: How can you let others sleep soundly on the side of the couch? Tuobagui's ambition, once he hits the border, will he not covet my colorful country in the south?

Lu Qiang smiled and added a sentence for him: "Fighting the enemy outside the country"

Lu Zongzhi, who has been promoted to Zuo Shilang of the Ministry of War, clapped his hands and said, "Your Majesty's words are very good. No matter how we send troops to the State of Yan, they will fight in the territory of Yan, which will not affect our land at all. It's wonderful and really wonderful."

Han Yanzhi also said, "Your attention is nothing more than logistical supplies, but I think this is the least need to worry about. On the one hand, we can ask the State of Yan to provide us with supplies. On the other hand, I agree to send troops, but I don't agree to send troops. All you only need your majesty's 10,000 iron horses, so that we will not completely fall into it. At the same time, the cavalry machine is powerful and comes and goes like the wind. While harassing the enemy, it can also save itself to the greatest extent."

"In addition, it is about the state capital near Jiankang. Now His Majesty's various measures to benefit the people have been implemented in various places. Although the time is short, they have also had a great effect. Among other things, those soldiers who have returned to the field are guaranteed to be free from chaos."

"In addition, Your Majesty has laid heavy troops near Jiankang before. Even if some Xiaoxiao has any ideas, I'm afraid he will not escape from the siege of the royal army. Based on the above, I would like to ask Your Majesty to send troops."

Han Yanzhi's explanation was reasonable and well-founded, which solved all the problems raised by civil servants. In fact, these civil servants also have a deeper meaning, that is, they are afraid that the emperor will embark on the road of redeeming the poor soldiers. In that case, I don't know how much this hard-won country will last.

From the very reluctant faces of civil officials, Lu Qiang felt something and said solemnly, "There is a saying that a good war will die, and if you forget the war, you will be in danger. I know that with our current strength, it is not enough to compete with the strong enemies in the north, but if we keep showing weakness, they will definitely take an inch. Once the war burns to the door , it's too late for us to say anything"

"I remember that in the early Han Dynasty, he exchanged peace in the north in a friendly way, and when he arrived at Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, he almost drove the Huns to the edge of the sky. What's the solution? Is it just the powerful generals of Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty? Obviously, it is not comprehensive. Without a strong national strength and a stable rear, I believe that even if there is an invincible army, this cannot be achieved."

"So you can rest assured that I won't do anything to redeem the poor soldiers."

When the civil servants heard the emperor's words, they were gratified and a little ashamed. They bowed and said in unison: "I would like to listen to your majesty's assignment"

Lu Qiang saw that he finally moved the ministers and nodded: "Han Shangshu is still the governor of Xu and Yang, sitting in Jiankang, restraining Jiankang's left army"

"He Wuji is the governor of Jiangling, and General Zhang Changzhi is stationed in Guiyang County, restraining Guang and Ning soldiers and horses. General Zhao Lunwen is stationed in Xiangyang and will receive General Tan Daoji at any time."

Speaking of this, Lu Qiang paused for a moment and said, "I decided to personally lead 10,000 iron riders and take General Tan Daoji's 50,000 troops as backup to go to Zhongshan, Yan"

"Your Majesty"

Lu Qiang's words did not fall, including He Wuji, Han Yanzhi and other civil and military officials of the main war faction almost opposed it with one voice.

Tao Yuanming shouted, "How can the body of the Son of Heaven easily be involved in danger? Did Your Majesty forget the last trip to the State of Yan?

Wang Zhen stared at this old friend in a hurry and said that he would not open that pot? He said, "Your Majesty, there are thousands of national affairs, so you don't need to deal with it? Now that I am a fierce general and a good general, why should your majesty go to war in person?

Xie Wangzu also said, "Your Majesty, the queen and several imperial concubines are about to go. I'm afraid it's not appropriate for you to leave at this time?"

What Lu Qiang really cares about is that Wang Shen loves them, but this battle is not small. It is the best time to master the first-hand information of the Wei army. How can he rest assured to let others go?

He Wuji also wanted to fight and bowed down and said, "Your Majesty, I am willing to go on behalf of your majesty. Your Majesty can plan with the court, and I will win thousands of miles away on behalf of your majesty."

Lu Qiang sighed. It turned out that he didn't have this identity. When he started to do things, there were so many constraints? Do you have to be raised in captivity like a canary?

"I understand the loyalty of you, but do you think I'm going to fight bravely? You have all seen the war report of the State of Yan. In this battle, Tuoba Kui made all the troops of the country and went south, and it was also a personal expedition. What I want to say is, can Tuoba Kui, the emperor, go on an expedition, and I, the Han emperor, can't do it?

"I know that both emperors of a country are good at piano, chess, calligraphy and painting. As a result, both father and son were captured by foreigners. In the end, they died in a foreign country, and the country almost perished. I also know that an emperor was kept in captivity by his ministers in the imperial city and eventually became a good carpenter."

"I don't want to be such an emperor, and I won't be the emperor at the mercy of others. I have made up my mind, but this time it is still a secret trip. You and others are the pillars of the country. I hope you can do your duty and take good care of my backyard."

The emperor's words have been said to this extent. Whoever wants to persuade him again will be boring. In desperation, he has no choice but to bow down and promise again.

Then Lu Qiang discussed the details of the dispatch with the ministers, and then left He Wuji alone when everyone walked out.

"But a little disappointed?"

Lu Qiang understood He Wuji's thoughts and said with a smile.

He Wuji did not hide it and nodded and said, "It has always been my dream to lead the army to the Northern Expedition, but I also understand that Your Majesty is just a small test now. If the army really starts the Northern Expedition, I will not allow me to go."

He Wuji dares to talk like this.

"Hehe! It's best for you to understand my mind. After I go to the State of Yan, you have to seize the time to train soldiers, and then quietly defend the border between Jin and Qin.

He Wuji was happy first, and then frowned and said, "I'm afraid it's not appropriate for Your Majesty to take the operation of Qin first?"

Seeing that He Wuji did not understand his thoughts, Lu Qiang shook his head slightly and said, "The State of Qin is still a huge thing for us. My goal is Yang Sheng. My court will never allow the situation of self-respecting soldiers, and this is not a kind of military training."

Throughout the four legions under the strong command, the First Legion is the most effective, but this refers to veterans. The recruits are still in training, but soldiers can't train strong soldiers simply. They must experience the baptism of blood and fire on the battlefield to grow into a real strong army.

Only then did He Wuji understand that Lu Qiang wanted to take Yang Sheng as the target of training. At present, he said sincerely, "Your Majesty is at ease, I know what to do"

Lu Qiang nodded and smiled, but he was worried. His wives were about to go to the womb. At this time, he went on an expedition and still thought to himself why he was a good man?

According to the calculation of the imperial doctor, Wang Shenai, Sun Yao and Xie Wushuang can produce in three or four months. If the war goes well, they may be able to come back, but the war situation is changing rapidly. Who can guarantee that nothing will happen?

While Lu Qiang talked to He Wuji, Xie Lao Fox made an excuse to visit his daughter and then told her daughter that Lu Qiang was going to go on an expedition again.

Xie Wushuang did not dare to hide such a big thing and immediately told Wang Shenai.

As Lu Qiang thought, no woman wants her husband to leave at this time, but Lu Qiang is not a mortal after all, and Wang Shen loves not an ordinary woman.

After being slightly stunned, he smiled and told Xie Wushuang softly: "If you want to keep your majesty's favor, you must learn to be confused"

After Xie Wushuang was a famous family, he read poems and books, and he was also very smart. After listening to Wang Shenai's words, he thought about it for a moment, and then bowed to Wang Shenai Yingying with his stomach.

"Thank you for the Queen's teaching, Unparalleled has been taught"

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