Emperor Sui Yang

Chapter 619: Summarize the talents of others and don’t take matters into your own hands
"A fight between these companies can easily lead to an unreconcilable situation. We really need to be cautious,"

Yiwu County was captured by Su Lie, and before the expedition, Yang Ming asked his secretary to copy a copy of "Illustrated Records of the Western Regions" written by Pei Ju for Su Lie, so he knew the Western Regions fairly well.

After the court meeting, Yang Ming called Su Lie over again. The master and the servant sat in the hall and had lunch.

Yang Ming frowned and said: "Before this, we have actually been sending troops to test the truth from the beginning. Shegui didn't take it seriously. We didn't expect that they would invade in a large scale. The main force in the west would not have time to come back for reinforcements. If they were to attack Sanmi Mountain, He shouldn’t be a Khan anymore.”

Su Lie nodded: "The massive invasion of 30 cavalry should target more than just Xue Yantuo. In fact, without the intermediate buffer zone of Xue Yantuo, the two sides will fight more fiercely in the future. But the problem is that they are afraid of conflicts between them. In the end, It will evolve into an alliance, which is the scariest thing."

In fact, the one who loses and the one who wins becomes the elder brother.

The Eastern and Western Turks were originally one family, formerly known as the Turkic Khanate. Their territory extended to the Greater Khingan Mountains and the Liaohe River Basin in the east, and to the Aral Sea and the Transoxiana region of Central Asia in the west.

So when did they split?The third year of Emperor Kaihuang's reign.

Who instigated it?Changsun Sheng.

One person contributed to the split of the Eastern and Western Turks. This credit cannot be justified without the title of official.

The Eastern Turkic royal family is the direct descendant of the original Turkic Khanate, while the Western Turkic royal family is a branch. In the first year of Kaihuang's founding, the Western Region's Little Khan was established to govern the area west of the Altai Mountains.

Changsun Sheng was also aware of this point, and he also proposed the famous strategy of "strangling from a distance and attacking closely, separating from the strong and joining the weak". He contacted Datou Khan and Abo Khan in the west and Turi Khan in the east, and began to isolate the Great Turkic Khan Shah. Bolue.

Sha Bo Lue is Qimin's father.

So the Turkic civil war broke out completely until the fifth year of the founding of the emperor. Shabolu Khan, who could no longer withstand attacks from all sides, asked the Sui Dynasty for peace. After Yang Jian successfully destroyed Chen, the Sui Dynasty changed from passive to active in dealing with the northern nomads. Yang Jian took this opportunity to support Qimin to the top.

In these years, there is one person whose role cannot be ignored.

Wei Wang Yang Shuang.

In the third year of Emperor Kaihuang's reign, Yang Jian appointed Yang Shuang as Marching Marshal, Control Marshal Shi Li Che, Hejian King Yang Hong, North Road Marching Marshal Douluji, Qinzhou General Manager Dou Rongding, Zuowei General Gao Jue, Pengcheng County Gong Yu Qingze and March Commander Li Chong combined a total of 20 people from the Eighth Route Army to defeat the Shabo Army in Baidao (northwest of Hohhot). This was the famous Baidao victory in history.

It was this great victory that solved the worries of the Sui Dynasty when they went south to destroy Chen.

It's a pity that Yang Shuang died too early. If he were alive, who else would the clan leader be than me?

Now that the Sui Dynasty unified the world and brought peace to the world, it was impossible for the Turks not to have a sense of crisis after first destroying Tuyuhun and then Goguryeo.

That's why they couldn't wait to attack Xue Yantuo from the beginning. The real intention is probably to reunify the Turks.

Because only the complete Turks are qualified to compete with the Sui Dynasty.

"Your analysis makes sense. There are many people in the court and the East Palace who have this worry," Yang Ming drank water and said, "So in your opinion, how should we deal with it?"

When you get to Yang Ming's position, you only need to do three things well.

One, ability to employ people, two, ability to listen, and three, ability to reward and punish.

To sum it up in one sentence, it is called "generalizing all talents without taking matters into their own hands", which means having the ability to command all talents, establishing major policies and assigning appropriate positions to various talents, and allowing talents to perform their duties. The world is governed by inaction.

That's what Zeng Guofan said: The advice is given to all the generals, and the decision-making is given to one person.

Su Lie was silent for a long time and said: "We still need to send troops. At least nothing will happen to Gaochang, otherwise Yiwu and Yumen will be invaded. Gaochang is our buffer zone with the countries in the Western Regions. There will be too many troops and horses at the beginning. It's only aimed at Xue Yantuo."

Yang Ming nodded, and said to Pei Shuang who was behind him, "Call the officials of the East Palace to discuss matters in Cheng'en Palace."

Less than half an hour later, everyone arrived, and Yang Ming told Su Lie's worries for everyone to discuss.

"Everyone knows Shibi's ambition, but we, the Sui Dynasty, will not be able to use troops against the north in the next five years," Yuan Wen said:

"In this battle between the two sides, the loser is likely to rely on the winner, so we cannot let them decide the winner. I think it is Zhang Sun's long-distance friendship and close attack, which separates the strong and combines the weak, and divides the Eastern Turks."

Li Gang shook his head and said: "The most powerful tribal leaders in the Eastern Turks are the younger brothers from Shibi. If we want to divide, we can only choose from these few people. I'm afraid it won't be easy."

Yang Ming was stunned and thought of the Siege of Yanmen for the first time.

Historically, Pei Ju suggested that Chi Jishe, Shi Bi's fifth brother, be appointed Khan of the South to divide Shi Bi's forces. As a result, Chi Ji She did not dare to accept it, and Pei Ju also trapped Shi Bi's adviser Shi Shu Hu Xi and killed him. This led to a break between Shibi and the Sui Dynasty.

With lessons learned from the past, we can no longer do this.

Shibi's four younger brothers, the second eldest, Ashina Qilifushe, is in charge of the western region, and is currently fighting Xue Yantuo with Shibi, the third eldest, Ashina Dubi, is in charge of the Khitan, Mohe, Xi and other tribes, and the fourth eldest Ashina Na Buli was in charge of the Xi Department, and Lao Wu Chiji was in charge of the Xue and Xue Departments.

The four of them all hold armies, so it stands to reason that they are more suitable for differentiation.

But history has proved that these brothers are still in harmony, and division does not work.

If the Eastern Turks are strong and the Western Turks are weak, then they must alienate the Eastern Turks and unite with the Western Turks.

But you can't separate.

"His Majesty's decree has not yet arrived, but General Manager Fan in Hexi has received military information every day. It can be seen that the war ahead is urgent." Li Jing, who was specially called, suggested: "I think we should send troops, at least before your Majesty's decree is sent. , we have to be prepared." Li Gang said: "What does the pharmacist mean by sending five thousand troops?"

"The prince can only earn five thousand without the tiger talisman," Li Jing said with a smile.

Li Gang frowned and said: "The two sides are fighting, and 5000 of us are going. What's the use?"

Li Jing said: "At least we have a posture. Even if our soldiers and horses are watching, it will be a deterrent to both sides. Besides, they don't know how many people we have gone. We can claim to the outside world that we have a hundred thousand troops."

"This is a good idea," Yang Ming said with a smile: "The imperial court can still afford the supply of 5000 people. Besides, there are Xuanting's border troops in Hexi. If something unexpected happens, they can deal with it temporarily."

Xue Shou, a member of the family in Menxiafang, said: "I recommend Dingfang to be the marching general. He has been to Yiwu and knows the area fairly well. Five thousand soldiers, preferably cavalry, will be compared with Xuanting's frontier army." It can be paired well.”

Yang Ming smiled and said: "Dingfang has just returned from Lingnan, and his son hasn't had a chance to hug him, so it's inappropriate to let him go, right?"

He said this on purpose. In fact, he wanted Su Lie to go.

Su Lie hurriedly said: "I dare not quit my job to serve the country. I am willing to go."

"Let me go," Li Jing said suddenly, "I like to use cavalry, and the Eastern and Western Turks are also cavalry. Watching the battle from the sidelines can study their tactics in order to improve our cavalry fighting style in the Sui Dynasty."

Li Jing took the initiative to invite Ying, which Yang Ming did not expect. After all, in his opinion, Li Jing is a handsome talent, and Su Lie is just a general right now. Of course, he will also be a handsome talent in the future.

Yang Ming smiled and said: "Of the few martial arts competitions that went to Lingnan, some were left behind by Shimin. The remaining Xu Shiji and Hou Junji have returned to Beijing to take care of the area, and then Yuan Qing will also go with you. "

"I accept your order!" Li Jing nodded.

It was most appropriate for him to go because the chief governor of the Anxi Protectorate was Yang Xuanting. If Su Lie went, he might not be able to control the other party, but Li Jing could.

Yang Xuanting recognized Li Jing as his brother.

After the meeting, Yang Ming left Cheng'en Hall and met Yu Wenshu on the way.

"Why are you here?" Yang Ming asked curiously.

Yu Wenshu came over and said with a smile: "Your Highness, the Crown Princess summoned her and said that she wanted to find a place in the capital to build the Palace of the Prince of Wei. She asked me to discuss a suitable location."

Yang Ming frowned and said, "Have you found a place?"

"There are a few suitable pieces, but nothing has been agreed upon," Yu Wenshu said.

Yang Ming asked: "What's the approximate budget?"

"According to the prince system, no matter what, you have to get 100 million guan," Yu Wenshu said with a smile.

Yang Ming frowned and said, "How much did Li Yuan spend at Jinyang Palace?"

"The budget was 300 million, but the actual amount was 450 million," Yu Wenshu said, "That money has been allocated."

Yang Ming hugged his shoulders and pondered, and after a moment he said: "Now I want Li Jing to command five thousand troops and stationed in Zhangye. The court will have to spend a lot of money. At this time, we can't get the money to build the palace."

"I am willing to serve," Yu Wenshu said quickly.

They didn't mention anything about Li Jing's upcoming expedition. Although they were very curious, they never asked more questions.

"How can I spend your money?" Yang Ming couldn't help laughing and said:

"Hua Ji has already bled. If you spend more money, be careful that your family has no expenses. Let's do this. I will allocate money from the inner treasury of the East Palace to the national treasury, and then withdraw it from the treasury to repair the palace. Don't make it public. This matter is left to I’ll do it for you.”

Yu Wenshu was overjoyed: "I will keep your highness's secrets and make the palace beautiful."

With this errand, he can use it as an excuse to report on the progress of the fortifications and come to the East Palace often. This is something Yu Wenshu looks forward to very much.

He also understood that the prince was considerate of the country's lack of money, but his son's mansion had to be built. To build it, the state treasury had to provide money, so it was necessary to move it to take care of the country and Pei Shuying.

After all, this money should not come from the East Palace.

"I mentioned Li Jing just now, why didn't you ask?" Yang Ming said with a smile.

Yu Wenshu smiled and said, "If the prince doesn't tell me, I can't ask."

Yang Ming sighed: "Gong Xu is a very popular minister for no reason, but I really want to talk to you about this matter. Come on, let's talk."

Yu Wenshu really knew the soldiers, and the other party had followed Yang Guang to the East Turkic Royal Court and had a certain understanding of it. It would be beneficial to help analyze it.

Yang Ming never looked down on Yu Wenshu, but looked down on his three sons.

(End of this chapter)