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Chapter 445 The Gold-plated Profound Truth of the Prince

The north wind was howling, and at the head of Qiluo City, the county seat of Nanyingchuan County, Gao Cheng wrapped his body tightly in a cloak, shivering in the cold wind.

But still stubbornly looking towards the west.

"My son, General Gao will surely come back victorious if he attacks, so don't worry."

Zu Teng also wrapped his body in a cloak and stood beside Gao Cheng. The two of them looked like two salted fish drying in the yard at the moment, quite embarrassed.

Shortly after.Gao Cheng couldn't stand the severe cold outside, so he hurried to drink in the signing room at the top of the city to keep warm!After seeing the scenery of Qiluo City for a while, I feel bored.

"Gao Yue led so many soldiers and horses to attack, won't he be defeated?"

Gao Cheng asked Zu Teng suspiciously, he was full of confidence when he set off, but he lost his confidence when he arrived in Qiluo City.

Going south from Yecheng to Qiluocheng, the army encountered the army from Guanzhong before reaching the city.After a fierce battle, the enemy was killed and retreated without any accident.Gao Yue asked Dou Tai to escort Gao Cheng into Qiluo City, while he led others to chase Wei Xiaokuan, and he has not returned yet.

To be honest, Gao Cheng didn't worry about Gao Yue's life or death, he just cared about his "gold plating" in the army this time, but don't get the gold plating, if he is plated instead, he will lose his life.

At this moment, a loud shout was heard outside.

"General Gao is back! General Gao is back!"

Cheers erupted from the top of the city.

Gao Cheng squinted his eyes, his expression was normal, he didn't know what he was thinking, but he was obviously unhappy.

"My son, in fact, the emperor doesn't need to be particularly good at fighting. It doesn't matter if you can't general, as long as you can general, it's like Liu Bang and Han Xin, the great ancestors of the Han Dynasty!"

Zu Ting used wine to write the word "Forbearance" on the stone table.

Gao Cheng nodded slightly, noncommittal, as if he understood what Zu Ting meant.

Obviously, if the elders of the emperor's clan are particularly good at fighting, they will pose a great threat to the throne.But in the family, there must be people who can fight, so this matter itself is contradictory.

The root of the problem is whether the monarch is strong enough. If he is strong enough, then it doesn't matter who leads the army. But if his own strength is not enough, then he needs to use superb tactics to balance it.

It's easy to say, but it's not the same thing in practice. After all, people who are loyal to you may not be capable. To seize power, the country must not be chaotic. There are very few people in history who can play well without overturning.

While talking, Gao Yue walked in with a smile on his face, Gao Cheng got up quickly, and after the two of them clasped their fists together to salute, Gao Yue said with emotion: "There are not many soldiers and horses in Guanzhong, and the son is waiting in Qiluo City. Well, it is estimated that Nanyang will be pacified within a month."

Gao Yue didn't have much confidence in getting things done this time, but because Lou Zhaojun came forward, the generals under his command were all selling Gao Cheng's face and Lou Zhaojun's face, so they were more obedient to the command.

He didn't think that even a small Nanyang could not be taken down under the condition of the top and bottom working together.After all, this time He Bayue's troops came from afar, and because of the drought in Guanzhong, more troops were forced to plunder.

"How was the clan uncle's battle? How was the result?"

Gao Cheng asked doubtfully, this is the issue he is most concerned about, none of them.

"Generally, it's nothing special."

Gao Yue said indifferently.Wei Xiaokuan was as smooth as a cavalry loach, but his combat effectiveness didn't seem to be strong.Ye County was captured in this battle, and he asked Shedi Gan to lead his troops to Zha Ye County as a bridgehead, so he returned to Qiluo City with his troops.

The eldest son Gao Cheng is here, if something goes wrong, Gao Yue can't afford it.

"That's it."

Gao Cheng nodded slightly, no joy or anger could be seen on his face, but he was greatly relieved in his heart.Since the enemy is the five slags of war, it means that he has a chance to join Gao Yue's army and go out together, and then make some military achievements.

Otherwise, if you stay in Qiluo City all day long, when someone mentions it afterwards, they will definitely tease and say: Oh, you said that Gao Cheng who won the battle while lying on the bed, isn't the big boss flying with him?When the army returned from victory, he was riding on a little lady bravely.

It would be bad food if someone talked like that.In fact, Gao Cheng doesn't care what most people think of him, but he still needs to pay attention to the impact of the "gilded journey".

Gao Cheng's small calculation was very shrewd. After Gao Yue had almost wiped out Nanyang, he would "ask for a fight" and finally show his face in the final battle.

In that case, it can be regarded as getting some military qualifications.In the future, when Dad takes over the shift, he doesn't have to worry about this issue.

"The soldiers are fierce and the battle is dangerous. It is hard to say how many reinforcements the enemy has. So it is best for the son..."

Gao Yue said politely, and the implication was quite obvious: stay in Qiluo City honestly, don't step on the horse and catch moths.

"Uncle Clan, don't worry, I understand all these things, and my nephew will never cause trouble for Uncle Clan."

Gao Cheng swore to Gao Yue.Now it is just before the decisive battle, the enemy's situation is not clear, and there are still risks.

He came this time to make military achievements, not to share the joys and sorrows with the soldiers.Swords have no eyes on the battlefield. Could it be that he is Gao Huan's eldest son, the successor of the power, those arrows will avoid him, and those ferocious enemies will stay away from him?
Gao Cheng is still very confident in his heart, knowing where he is capable.Now is not the time to be a hero.

Seeing Gao Cheng's knowledge and interest, Gao Yue nodded in relief and said: "In Qiluo City, the prince can do what he wants, but he must not go out of the city. You must not mix in the army to fight. You must not."

Gao Yue persuaded again and again.

"Uncle Clan, don't worry, even if we want to fight together, my nephew will definitely make an agreement with Uncle Clan first, and will never act without authorization."

Gao Cheng promised solemnly.

This is also his true thought, because he only needs to mess around with military achievements in the end.Unless it is an opportunity to beat the dog in the water, Gao Cheng will never follow Gao Yue to send troops!

"So, then I will let the prince settle down in the city. If there is anything, the prince will send someone to notify me."

Gao Yue heaved a sigh of relief. There are two major elements of anxiety in this expedition. One is that the generals will not accept the management and act without authorization; up.

So far, everything looks fine.

"Clan uncle, go slowly."

After sending Gao Yue away, Gao Cheng sat down slowly, his face could not hide his joy.

"My lord, why don't we take a good rest in the city, wait until the battle is over, and then..."

Zu Ting squinted his eyes and lowered his voice to suggest.

"That's right, that's exactly what I mean!"

Gao Cheng clenched his fists and said.

……

Shangdang County, Huguan City.

Gao Huan has already received many letters from Yecheng.There are those from Lou Zhaojun, those from Sun Teng, and those from trusted generals like Dou Tai.After reading these letters, he became one head and two adults.

Since leading troops into Jinzhou, the war situation that was on the verge of collapse was quickly reversed.Gao Huan's army quickly regained Tunliu, Xiangyuan and other places that were close at hand.Recently, the situation has been stabilized. After Duan Shao arrived with reinforcements, he continued to recover Wu Township, Nie County and other places in the north.

The next step is to attack Qi County, the southern gateway of Jinyang.

Gao Huan could clearly feel that although Er Zhurong's army was still fighting ferociously, it already showed a "lack of stamina" attitude.

This is not Gao Huan's illusion, but all the generals under his command who have fought against him on the front line will feel this way.According to the normal situation in the past, after Er Zhurong's soldiers captured these places, they would never be simply recaptured by Gao Huan's soldiers.

It was actually expected by Gao Huan that such a thing happened.After all, although Er Zhurong is good at fighting, he is not good at managing territory. He has seen this clearly a long time ago.Time is on his side, Er Zhurong will become weaker the longer he is delayed, there is no doubt about it.

"Xiaoxian (duan Shaobiao), what do you think?"

In the study, Gao Huan actually gave Duan Shao all the letters except for Lou Zhaojun.This is an incredible trust.

Obviously, Gao Huan is consciously cultivating Gao Cheng's cronies.Unlike Liu Yishou, who is in his 20s, Gao Huan doesn't need to think about succession for the time being.

He is now 40 years old, and he is already a little worried about the problems of future generations. After all, countless emperors of the Yuan family died before the age of 40.

"King Gao, the general thinks that it is inconvenient to withdraw the troops back to Yecheng because of the right time, place and conditions to send troops to Qi County. As for the generals in Yecheng, the general will not comment."

After reading the letter, Duan Shao saluted Gao Huan respectfully.

Lou Zhaojun's letter had explained the matter clearly, but Gao Huan still wanted to take the exam for Duan Shao, so he didn't show it to Duan Shao.

"how do I say this?"

"Er Zhurong's successor is weak, they are worried about spring plowing, but we don't have to worry about our sufficient food and grass. When the spring is warm and the flowers are blooming, Er Zhurong's soldiers and horses will definitely have no will to fight.

The harvest was poor last year, and if there is another famine this year, Er Zhurong probably has to leave Jinyang and go to the grasslands to eat.Now is the time to send troops. "

Duan Shao thought for a while and continued: "King Gao should pursue Er Zhurong fiercely. As for the matter of Nanyang, one military order will follow. If anyone disobeys will be dealt with severely, I believe it will not be difficult to deal with it. Nanyang is located at a crucial point. Like a sore under the arm, it’s not okay to ignore it.”

Gao Huan nodded slightly, without saying anything, but in his heart he acquiesced to Duan Shao's statement.

The battle situation in Bingzhou and Sizhou has now reached a critical moment of overall reversal. If Er Zhurong loses again, I am afraid that he will never have the capital to make a comeback.If you retreat at this time, everything will be over.

"Attack Qi County, do you have any ideas?"

Qi County is the easternmost section of Xihe County, and it is also the territory that Gao Huan agreed with He Bayue at the beginning, and he should get it.Of course, now that He Bayue has blatantly tore up the "covenant", Gao Huan naturally doesn't have to be polite.

"After taking Xihe County, Hedong and Jinyang have been separated. We can send troops south from Qixian County, attack Hedong, and capture Yanchi.

Even if Er Zhurong is worried about Jinyang, it will be difficult to prevent us from conquering the east of the river.As for Jinyang, the city is tall and easy to defend but difficult to attack.Now there is no condition to conquer Jinyang, so the general thought that it could be taken slowly.

First sweep away the outskirts of Jinyang and conquer Hedong, then we can withdraw our troops and recuperate. "

Duan Shao was afraid that Gao Huan would not understand, so he made gestures on the table.

"Yes, this plan won my heart."

Gao Huan nodded slowly, letting go of the stone in his heart.

In fact, he had already ordered someone to issue a military order to Yecheng, severely reprimanded Dou Tai and others for caring about their personal affairs and disregarding public affairs, and ordered them to follow Gao Yue's order to send troops.As for Gao Cheng as the supervisor of the army, Gao Huan also readily agreed, and did not think that there was anything wrong with Lou Zhaojun's move.

If Gao Cheng is not gilded in the army, how will he succeed in the future?This is a very serious political issue, and it does not mean that he should not be allowed to participate in the danger of war.

Regarding these, Gao Huan took a very open view. The so-called life and death depend on fate, wealth and honor. When you have destiny, you are like Xiaoqiang who can't be beaten to death.

If God wants you to die, you can be stabbed to death by the cook every time you eat. There is no solution to these accidents. If you hide it and prevent Gao Cheng from participating in the training, you are harming him.

"If that's the case, send troops to Qi County in three days, and you will be the vanguard."

Gao Huan patted Duan Shao on the shoulder with a smile and said.

……

"My lord, the Daxi Military Department abandoned Xinye and moved to Tunza, Deng County. The grain and grass in Xinye are also being transferred."

Seeing that Liu Yishou was writing, Wang Wei put the battle report on the table and said softly.

"How?"

Liu Yishou asked without raising his head.

"The turbulent water froze, and Da Xiwu ordered people to load the grain into trucks and transport it to Deng County."

On land, Deng County is even more detoured from Hanzhong.But it doesn't look like that from the waterway.As long as the spring is warm and the flowers bloom, they can be sent to Nanxiang through the rivers covered with water networks, directly skipping the two counties of Guangping and Yicheng adjacent to the west of Xiangyang.

The people in Guanzhong really came here for the grain and grass in Nanyang. Food comes first and land comes second. Their purpose is very clear.

Da Xiwu...or simply Wei Xiaokuan, after so many manipulations, his thoughts are not without deep thoughts!
"The delivery of food is true, and the transfer of troops is false. Wei Xiaokuan's frivolity is a bit interesting."

Liu Yishou stopped writing, couldn't help sighing with emotion, and cursed at the other party's little coin in his heart!
"My lord, do you mean that the opponent's soldiers are still in Xinye?"

Wang Wei asked suspiciously.According to the reports from the scouts, there are no guards on the walls of Xinye City, and the south gate facing Xiangyang has not been opened for a long time!

"If we want to attack Wancheng, Xinye is the gateway, and they will block the route of sending troops from Xiangyang. The Guanzhong side has always been worried about us and tried every means to lure us into the game.

Once we enter the game, the situation will be chaotic, and then they can take advantage of the fire. "

Regarding Wei Xiaokuan's plan, Liu Yishou already had a general outline based on all the information he had heard.This guy has been dishonest, using various routines.

"However, our scouts saw the soldiers and horses of the brigade moving from Xinye to Deng County!"

Wang Wei didn't quite understand Liu Yishou's point of view.

Hearing this, Liu Yishou sighed leisurely.Wei Xiaokuan's simple routine really confuses some people.He took out a bag of copper plates from his cuff, which was a model of newly minted copper coins in Xiangyang City, and it looked very exquisite.

"The authorities are obsessed, this trick is actually very simple."

Liu Yishou piled the copper coins to one side, then moved them to the other side and said, "In the first step, all the soldiers and horses arrived in Deng County, but the food did not go. That is what our scouts saw."

Afterwards, he moved several of them to the other side and said: "A group of soldiers and horses dragged the grain truck from Deng County to Xinye, after loading the grain."

The two copper coins are moved back to the original pile of copper coins.

"Then send a small number of soldiers and horses to transport the grain from Xinye to Deng County."

"In this way, in the end, all the people and horses have arrived in Xinye, and all the food and grass have arrived in Deng County. Do you understand this?"

Seeing Liu Yishou finished the demonstration, Wang Wei suddenly realized.Wei Xiaokuan wanted to create an illusion that "people and food are all in Deng County", and lure Liu Yishou to send troops to Xinye to "take advantage of the vacancy".

"Just let them play with Gao Huan's brains, we do what we have to do. I have already given instructions on how to act, so don't worry about these things."

After Liu Yishou waited for the ink on the letter to dry, he handed it to Wang Wei and said, "Just send anyone to Xinye. Don't say anything. It's better to send a dumb person."

(End of this chapter)