Be an emperor from drawing cards

Chapter 97 The worries of the border troops
After the morning court on the 28th, Zhao Yu was reviewing memorials in Zihuan Hall.

Suddenly Gao Lishi, who was guarding the door, walked in quietly and whispered:

"Your Majesty, General Fan and Minister Lu have asked to see you. They say they have something important to discuss."

Is there any big event that requires these two to come together?
When Zhao Yu heard this, doubts flashed in his eyes, he put down the imperial pen in his hand, nodded and said:
"Bring them both in."

Not long after, Fan Zhen, the commander of the Military and Horse Division of the Five Cities, and Lu Yian, the left minister of the Ministry of War, were led into the Zihuan Hall by Gao Lishi.

"Your Majesty, Fan Zhen/Lu Yian, pays homage to Your Majesty." Fan Zhen saluted Zhao Yu.

Zhao Yu nodded slightly and said:

"My dear friends, no courtesy. Gao Lishi, please give me a seat and tea!"

Upon hearing this, Gao Lishi hurriedly directed the young eunuchs to move out two embroidery piers.

"My lord, thank you, Your Majesty."

After Lu Yian and Fan Zhen thanked them, they took their seats.It's just that although the two of them were sitting, they only touched half of the embroidered pier to show respect for the emperor.

When Zhao Yu saw this scene, he frowned slightly and didn't say much. He just asked about the purpose of the two people's visit.

Lu Yian and Fan Zhen looked at each other, and finally Lu Yian cupped his hands and said:
"Your Majesty, I have entered the capital camp a few days ago to try to persuade the generals in the capital camp. Now I think of the border troops stationed in southern Xinjiang, the Canglong River and the border of Qi State. The power of King Taihe's party in Beijing Although all the generals in the border army have been eliminated, he has single-handedly promoted most of the border army generals, and I am worried..."

Zhao Yu instantly understood what Lu Yian meant, frowned and asked:

"Lu Yian is worried that these generals will rebel after learning about Huang Jingming's death?"

Lu Yian said solemnly:

"Your Majesty's candle shines thousands of miles away. This is exactly what I am worried about."

"General Fan, what do you think?"

Lu Yian looked at Fan Zhen, his eyes full of solemnity.

"Your Majesty, Minister Lu told Wei Chen his concerns. From Wei Chen's point of view, the border troops must be on guard, but they must not be on guard. This degree must be mastered to prevent the border troops from becoming resentful."

Fan Zhen pondered for a moment, then cupped his hands and said.

"Oh, tell me what you think."

Zhao Yu was not surprised that Fan Zhen said these words.

In his opinion, the reason why these two people came together was most likely because Lu Yian was afraid that he alone could not convince him, so he dragged Fan Zhen, his confidant, to come.

"First, the frontier army relies on the imperial court for many of its food and salary supplies. If the imperial court cuts off the food and salary supply, the more than [-] border troops will become trees without water and water without a source. Therefore, unless there is no way out, there is no way to retreat. If we retreat, these generals will take desperate risks."

"Secondly, although most of the frontier army generals were promoted by Huang Jingming, most of them are loyal and patriotic. Moreover, most of the frontier army generals are recruited from various inland prefectures. Their parents, wives and children are all present. Unless there is an emergency, I won’t take any risks.”

Fan Zhen's words made Zhao Yu and Lu Yian nod frequently.

This insight can be said to hit the nail on the head.

"So what General Fan means is that the border troops won't resist?"

Zhao Yu asked with a smile.

Sure enough, as he expected, Fan Zhen's next sentence started with the most common "but".

"However, no matter what the border troops do, in the opinion of a humble minister, the court must prepare for the worst. Precaution will lead to failure, and failure to preempt will lead to failure."

Fan Zhen's face was solemn and his voice was like gold and jade, echoing in the Zihuan Hall.

"The humble minister has two concerns."

"First, although the Grand Master and his party were killed in the divine capital, there is no guarantee that someone would forge rumors in the capital and encourage the border troops to plot rebellion in the name of 'Qingjun side'. If this is true, the situation on the border will be completely corrupted! "

"Both the two countries, Burmese or Qi, have heard about the changes in the Chu Dynasty and lured the border troops into treason with high-ranking officials and generous salaries. If the two countries make an agreement and attack together, then our Chu will be in danger!"

When Lu Yian heard Fan Zhen's words, he couldn't help but suddenly changed his expression and stood up subconsciously.

He only thought about the first point, but forgot about the threat from neighboring countries!
Even, in his opinion, this second point is more terrifying than the first point!
With this in mind, he subconsciously glanced at the former Huang Jingming's confidant and beloved general.

No wonder he was still taken seriously by His Majesty after turning from darkness to light!

"Master Lu, don't panic. General Fan said this, so he probably has a plan to deal with it."

Hearing Zhao Yu's words, Lu Yian couldn't help but feel a little feverish on his face.

Now that I have reached this position, I am really ashamed to be compared to others in terms of my concentration.

"Your Majesty, Minister Lu, according to the opinions of the ministers. First, in the name of reward and promotion, at least [-]% of the border army's captains will be transferred back to Beijing to report on their duties as superior generals. Secondly, the remaining [-]% of the generals will carry out their defense areas. Rotation. In this way, the situation can be temporarily stabilized. However, these two strategies of Wei Chen need to be implemented slowly, and the generals cannot see the clues. "

Fan Zhen said slowly, obviously he had already made a plan in his mind before coming to Zihuan Palace. "General Fan's words are mature and prudent."

Zhao Yu nodded, his face thoughtful.

"Your Majesty, please allow Wei Chen to write a letter to General Wang Chao of Zhenbei, explaining the situation in southern Xinjiang in the past. General Wang was deceived by Wang Jingming just like me. If he knew the truth back then, he would probably be like Wei Chen. Abandon the secrets and surrender to the light. In this way, the border troops stationed along the Canglong River can be returned to the control of the imperial court, and your majesty can also get rid of the troubles he is worried about. "

Although Zhao Yu knew that this was Fan Zhen's roundabout way of persuading him to forgive Wang Chao's crime of "being a thief", Zhao Yu finally agreed, saying that as long as Wang Chao was willing to abandon the secret and surrender to the bright, and recognize the Great Chu court, then he would be the emperor. Let bygones be bygones.

After all, if a letter can solve the problem, why go to war?

"Your Majesty, I have an old relationship with Guan Fuguo. I would like to go to Lingchuan Mansion to appease the general of Fuguo."

Guan Haocang, the auxiliary general of the country, was in charge of the military affairs of Ningjiang, Jinghai, and Lingchuan, and was responsible for the river defense in the lower reaches of the Canglong River. He was a confidant of Dezong during the time, and he was a rare general in the Chu Kingdom. He was prudent and prudent in using troops. , extremely well-organized, he is a veteran and famous general in the Chu army.

"Your Majesty, Lingchuan Prefecture is the key place to maintain the logistics of the border army. All the food and grass raised by the imperial court are transported from Lingchuan Prefecture to the frontier troops of Ningjiang and Jinghai Prefectures. The minister asked himself that he still has some prestige in the army and wants to marry him. Enter the border army camp and take over the military power. If you don't obey, we will directly cut off the border army's logistics! Across the Canglong River, even if the Qi State's grain and grass supplies want to cross the river, they have to ask the old ministers if they agree!"

By the end of the sentence, Lu Yian's face was full of ruthlessness.

Even if all these tens of thousands of elite border troops were lost, it would be better than their rebellion!
"Shilang Lu, the border troops are all brave men. If they have evil intentions, then you, Shilang Lu, will be in danger!"

Fan Zhen looked at Lu Yian and couldn't help but said.

As if remembering the scene in the Beijing army camp, Lu Yian's face turned red and he forced a smile and said:
"Therefore, Wei Chen hopes that Your Majesty will allow General He Basheng to go south with Wei Chen."

This Lu Shilang had a sharp vision, and he immediately picked out the strongest martial artist among the three He Ba brothers.

Anyway, I am worried that the few talents I have just acquired have no merit and I cannot find a reason to promote them.

Zhao Yu glanced at Lu Yian with a half-smile and said:
"Forget it, I will allow Lu Qing to play, and let He Basheng and He Bayue go to the south with Lu Qing."

I shamelessly asked for one, and His Majesty gave me two backhand! !
Lu Yi'an was overjoyed and stood up to prostrate himself.

"My lord, thank you for your kindness!"

Zhao Yu nodded, signaled Lu Yian to stand up, then looked at Fan Zhen and asked:

"Fan Qing's family, are you willing to share my worries?"

Hearing this, Fan Zhen was shocked, as if he realized something, and looked up at Zhao Yu.

Lu Yian's eyes suddenly opened wide and he opened his mouth to speak, but Zhao Yu stopped him with his eyes.

"His Majesty……"

Fan Zhen's throat rolled a few times and he said harshly.

"Fan Qing, you don't need to say much. I just want to ask you one sentence. Are you willing to share your worries for me and Da Chu?"

As soon as he said this, Lu Yian looked at Fan Zhen with envy.

As a general, especially a general with the mark of "rebeling the party", to be able to gain such trust from the monarch, this kind of kindness is what all ministers dream of!
Fan Zhen lowered his head, his face changing, and he took a few breaths. Just when Lu Yian was about to speak, he saw Fan Zhen suddenly raise his head, with a pair of tiger eyes blooming with a frightening look, and bowed to Zhao Yu. Said: "I dare you to share your Majesty's worries!"

Looking at Fan Zhen who bowed to the ground, Zhao Yu's eyes shone brightly, he stood up and said:

"Okay, in that case, I will leave the defense of Linjiang Mansion and the thirty thousand soldiers in your hands, Fan Qing. Don't let me down, don't let the great Chu down!"

After that, he took a deep breath and said:

"According to my decree, Fan Zhen, General of the Military Guard and Commander of the Five-City Army and Horse Division, is granted the title of Third-Rank Military Power General. He is responsible for the defense of Linjiang Prefecture and the Canglong River. He wears the Emperor's Sword to control all the generals. He has the right to kill first and report later! "

"Chen Fanzhen, thank you for your kindness. I will definitely live up to your majesty's trust!"

Fan Zhen thanked him loudly.

"I dare you to ask your Majesty to appoint General Kan Lengkan as my deputy!"

This is a smart person who takes the initiative to ask His Majesty to send his confidants.

Lu Yian sighed in his heart.

Sure enough, Zhao Yu listened to Fan Zhen's request and agreed without hesitation.

"Lu Qing, General Fu Guo needs Lu Qing to comfort him. He Bayue and He Basheng are both brave generals. If things change, let them protect Lu Qing and fight out. The land is lost. , I can take it back in the future; but if I lose a loyal minister like Lu Qing, I will only regret it for the rest of my life."

Zhao Yu took Lu Yian's hand and said sincerely.

"Wei Chen, follow the order!"

"As for the border troops in southern Xinjiang, we will follow Meng Fanqing's method for the time being. At the same time, you two, together with Commander Zhang and Governor Huang, think about how the court will respond in case of a crisis in southern Xinjiang. There is no way, Who said that in this court, there are only a few people who know military skills that I can trust, such as Qing?"

Zhao Yu said with a helpless smile, which set the tone for the border army.

(End of this chapter)