The Summoning of the Troubled Times at the End of the Sui Dynasty

Chapter 177 Spreading Rumors, Starting With Suspicion

"Why did Wen He say that? Although Xiao Xian is a rebel, he knows how to form an alliance with the Taiping Army and rebel together."

"It shows that he has a good strategic and military vision. How can he commit the taboo of a military strategist like changing generals in the middle of battle?"

Although he felt that what Jia Xu said was reasonable, Gao Qi still asked slowly.

Hearing this, not only did Jia Xu not feel dissatisfied with Gao Qi, but she was very pleased.

After all, now Gao Qi does not blindly follow his own strategy, he has his own judgment.

As a subject, I certainly hope that the Lord can have his own subjective consciousness and decision-making power.

Because, only in this way can he be a real lord, a hero who can survive in troubled times and annex other princes.

Hearing this, Jia Xu said in a thoughtful and deep voice: "If there were no accidents, of course Xiao Xian would not change his position and change his position."

"But now the accident has happened, as long as our army is giving a boost, Xiao Mian will definitely change generals."

"I don't know what accident Wenhe refers to?"

Immediately, Gao Qi asked.

Jia Xu kept pointing his fingers, and said slowly: "The accident is Xiao Yue's head."

"General, Xiao Yue is the younger brother of the traitor Xiao Mian, but now he died in Nanyang for no apparent reason."

"But as the leader of the army, he is still facing off against the main infantry of our army in Xiangjiang."

"If this situation gets out, it is impossible for Gong Yuan, the leader of the rebel army, to escape the suspicion within Xiao Liang."

In an instant, Jia Xu's words were like a bright light, illuminating Gao Qi's inner thoughts.

What Jia Xu meant was that because Xiao Yue broke away from the main force of the rebel army, he led his army northward independently, and was subsequently annihilated.

Although the Sui army knew all this, and the rebel army knew it too, but Xiao Xian, who was far behind, didn't know it, and neither did the Liang Chen under his command.

Therefore, Jia Xu's plan was that if Xiao Yue's death could be planned properly, he would surely be able to blame the current rebel general Gong Yuan for colluding with the Sui army, thus killing people with a knife.

Just think about it, if the chief general colludes with the enemy, once the news of killing one's own general comes out.

At that time, no matter whether the matter is true or not, I am afraid that the chief general will inevitably be dismissed and return home.

After all, there is seldom a master who can be trusted to continue to hold power with him even if his subjects are at risk of betrayal.

However, it is clear that Jia Xu still has something to say.

After pondering for a moment, Jia Xu continued: "Even if Xiao Xian gets wind of the news, he chooses to block the news and not deal with it for the sake of the overall situation."

"Then our army can force Xiao Mian to commit the crime at this time."

"Does the general think that Xiao Xian, the traitor, will tolerate a general whose suspicion is unknown and who has repeatedly failed to make any progress?"

For a while, Jia Xu finished speaking, and there was a trace of brilliance in his eyes, and the sharpness burst out.

As if everything in this world is under control.

But after Gao Qi thought about it for a while, he understood Jia Xu's plan.

Immediately, there was a sneer between Gao Qi and Jia Xu.

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South County, Gangneung City
Since the Qin and Han Dynasties, this city has been like a bright pearl standing in the hinterland of the south of the Yangtze River.

Whether it is economic or population, it belongs to the land of prosperity.

But now, Jiangling City, as Xiao Liang's royal city, has seen its status rise even higher.

In the city, aristocratic families stood around the city, and there was a lot of traffic everywhere, so it was so lively!

But now, there is a rumor in the city that "the brother of the Liang family died in battle, and he is inseparable from the general Gong Yuan".

What's more, the direct explanation is that "General Gong Yuan intends to lead the whole army to rebel and surrender to the Sui army, so he killed the relatives of King Liang."

For a time, this rumor was spread everywhere in the city, from the high officials and nobles to the common people.

Of course, this important rumor can't be hidden from Liang Wang Xiaoxian in the palace.

Soon, Xiao Mian summoned all civil and military officials of Xiao Liang to the palace to discuss.

On the throne, sat a middle-aged brain over thirty years old.

The man had a handsome appearance, and due to the pampering he had received over the years, his figure was obviously on the fat side.

It is because he has been in a high position for a long time that he exudes an aura of "no anger and self-prestige".

This is the current King of Xiao Liang, Xiao Xian, and what the Sui army called the "rebel".

"Dear dear ones, rumors are spreading in the city now, and the content of the rumors are all about the general's secret relationship with the Sui army, which resulted in the death of the orphaned brother."

"I don't know what you guys think about this matter?"

Immediately, Liang Wang and Xiao Xian asked first.

All of a sudden, everyone in the class began to discuss.

Because Gong Yuan is usually upright, he has maintained a boundary with the treacherous ministers in the court for a long time, and they have always been incompatible!

At this time, hearing that Gong Yuan was suspected of collaborating with the Sui army, how could these ministers who were usually at odds with Gong Yuan give up?

In an instant, the ministers who were at odds with Gong Yuan spoke one after another to dismiss Gong Yuan immediately and put him in prison, pending disposal.

However, although there are treacherous officials in the court who framed Gong Yuan, there are also some ministers who have a good relationship with Gong Yuan on weekdays and some ministers who care about the country intercede for Gong Yuan.

"Your Majesty, General Gong Yuan has followed you for nearly ten years."

"In the past ten years, the general has fought side by side with you, and wiped out the opposition forces everywhere."

"It can be said that the military exploits are outstanding and the meritorious service is outstanding. How could the general collude with the Sui army to kill General Xiao Yue and betray the king?"

For a while, the ministers were divided into two parts, and those who were at odds with Gong Yuan proposed to arrest them immediately and escort them back.

Another group of ministers strongly opposed Gong Yuan's dismissal and self-destruction of the Great Wall.

In the end, as the two factions were at a stalemate, Xiao Xian pondered for a while, and shouted: "Since it is impossible to tell whether Gong Yuan has colluded with the Sui army or not."

"That Gu ordered Gong Yuan to push the front line to Nanyang within half a month."

"If the task is successfully completed, then we will not pursue the matter. If the progress is still stagnant after half a month, then Gong Yuan will be dismissed and escorted back to Wangcheng for disposal."

Immediately, Liang Wang Xiao Mian gave the final order in an instant.

And all this is going on in an orderly manner following Jia Xu's planning.

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On the bank of the Xiangjiang River, Xiao Liang's army had already broken through the defense line of the Xiangjiang River and attacked the shore.

As for how Xiao Liang's army broke through the Xiangjiang defense line.

This is mainly because the rebel army transported an extremely huge and huge warship named 'Five Teeth' warship.

It is only said that this battleship can carry 800 soldiers, and the hull has 5 floors, with a height of more than 100 feet; 50 "shooting poles" with a height of 6 feet are set up, front, rear, left, and right, which are used to "shoot them to shoot enemy ships".

This five-tooth battleship was built by the Sui Dynasty when it was destroying Nanchen.

This battleship is not only tall in size, but also has amazing protection.

Even the chariot invented by Zheng Chenggong could not break through the defense of the five-tooth warship.

Therefore, under the cover of the five-tooth warship, Xiao Liang's army finally attacked the shore.

However, after landing on the shore, Xiao Liang's army discovered that the Sui army had already built countless forts on the shore.

For a while, Xiao Liang's army had no choice but to stand ready again, ready to attack the Sui army.

(End of this chapter)