Jingcheng, this Taihang fortress, the thoroughfare of Hebei and Jin, since Liu Chengyou entered Zhending and occupied Zhenzhou, it was no longer occupied by the Hu people. Some local heroes and prisoners and soldiers united to drive the garrison generals and Khitan troops to death. Later, he surrendered and was appointed as a guard general by Liu Chengyou.

Under the scorching sun, the brigade of horse troops galloped from east to west, fully armed, with a clear banner, exuding an elite temperament that people can realize at a glance. The flag of the word "Liu" was wantonly displayed, and even the shadows that were swaying on the ground seemed to be in high spirits.

A battalion of horse troops, plus a guard battalion, and more than 1,000 horsemen, escorted Liu Chengyou to the west. However, the distance of sixty miles, even if you are sympathetic to horsepower, it takes no more than an hour.

I received the news that the second prince was coming early, and when Liu Chengyou arrived, the defenders of the Guannai were already ready to meet him in advance. There were no waves on the way, and Liu Chengyou arrived at Guanxia smoothly.

What surprised him a little was that in the greeting procession, there was a small army, more than 20 miles southwest of Jingcheng, and the subordinate troops of the Chengtian Army stationed there.

When it comes to the Chengtian Army, Liu Zhiyuan tried his best to put on a show and led the army eastward to save the Jin Emperor Shi Chonggui, but in fact, he stopped when he arrived in Shouyang, and then sent the army east to attack the invading Khitan army.

With the Khitan army in Pingding, Jingcheng or several wrists, it was defeated, the Chengtian Army was established, leaving soldiers and horses to guard the Chengtian Army Village, expanding the depth of defense in the east of Taiyuan, and adding a layer of insurance to the defense of the eastern line of Hedong.

Obviously, this is the real purpose of his leading the army eastward, as for saving Shi Chonggui, it is just a political slogan, he has already been called the emperor at that time, even if he really saves Shi Chonggui, it is estimated that he will have to die violently.

Liu Chengyou asked questions about Sergeant Chengtian's arrival, and according to the junior colonel who led the army, he replied that it was on the order of his brother Liu Chengxun to clear the way. did not surprise his guess, Liu Chengyou came west to Jingcheng this time to welcome him, the eldest brother.

"Where's my big brother?" Liu Chengyou asked.

"Back to His Royal Highness, when the last general set off, the eldest prince was still in Pingding City. It is not easy to march on the mountain road, this time is in the mountains, I am afraid it will take a while to reach Jingcheng! ”

Liu Chengyou nodded, counting it, the speed of his eldest brother coming east is not slow.

After a few casual orders, Liu Chengyou ordered his subordinates to go into the city to rest. Raising his eyes and looking at the Chengtian Army Flag and the Jin Flag on the Guancheng, with the summer breeze blowing, Liu Chengyou suddenly felt that the row of "Jin" flags was a little dazzling. It is estimated that as he gets closer to Tokyo, Liu Zhiyuan's side should have a similar mentality.

In addition to the few defenders, there are still some business travelers, you know, although the situation in the surrounding states and counties has eased, it is still very far from stability. Without mentioning the military disaster, the bandits who hid in the mountains were a great risk for the value of the goods and business. However, no matter what the conditions, there is no shortage of people who take risks and seek profits.

Liu Chengyou sent people to ask, and they were basically "Jin merchants", talking about doing some grain business. However, it is probably not that simple, but Liu Chengyou has no heart to pay attention to the livelihood of these people's business travelers.

After such a long period of exercise, Liu Chengyou did not go to a place, and his first reaction was to inspect the surroundings, check the terrain, and understand the people's conditions. In such a military important place as Jingcheng, it is naturally inevitable to inspect it.

Tao Gu followed Liu Chengyou's side, dropping his book bag and introducing Jing Cheng to him, this person has read a lot of books, and there is even a little suspicion of showing off in his expression. Quoting ancient books such as "Yu Gong" and "Notes on the Book of Water", and interspersed with his own understanding of the soldiers on paper, he said that it is a familiar sentence to describe: the place where soldiers must fight.

Liu Chengyou has heard a lot of this sentence, and he feels that any pass can be described in this sentence. Where there are so many battlegrounds, it does not depend on the war situation and the specific situation.

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He didn't let Liu Chengyou wait too long, avoided the hottest period around noon, and followed the mountain road, under the guidance of the guide soldiers, Liu Chengxun led the soldiers and horses to appear in the west of Jingcheng. Liu Chengyou personally led people out of the customs to greet him, showing his "respect" as a younger brother.

I haven't seen him for a few months, and my eldest brother Liu Chengxun still looks like a gentle gentleman, even if he is wrapped in military armor, he still does not lose his Confucian spirit in the killing army. It's just that it seems that the march all the way is very hard, and my face is stuffy and red, and I can't stop sweating.

Under the Guancheng, seeing Liu Chengyou coming to greet him in person, Liu Chengxun seemed a little surprised, and stepped forward to hold his hand a little excitedly: "Erlang, why are you here in person?" ”

"The eldest brother led the army to the east, and I, as the younger brother, should welcome myself!" Liu Chengyou said softly. Compared to when he was in Jinyang, Liu Chengyou didn't seem to be so cold, and his face seemed to be softer.

Liu Chengxun also looked at Liu Chengyou, and said with a little concern: "You have lost weight and are dark." However, it's good that people are fine, you don't know, my mother is in Taiyuan, but I'm always worried, pray for you! ”

For some reason, Liu Chengxun's concern made Liu Chengyou feel a little uncomfortable. However, thinking of the Li family, Liu Chengyou showed a little reserved emotion, and also asked with a little emotion: "How is my mother's health?" ”

"It's good, just keep it in mind. Now, our father and son are all in the army, ......" Liu Chengxun said: "Fortunately, there is still San Lang waiting for us." ”

Listening to what Liu Chengxun said, Liu Chengyou didn't have any extra feelings in his heart, Li Shi was not a weak and short-sighted woman in his impression, not as good as him.

Liu Chengxun's state was a little wrong, he looked short of water and panting, Liu Chengyou hurriedly beckoned him to go into the city to rest. Seeing that he was showing a weak body, Liu Chengyou couldn't help but show concern, but he always unconsciously felt a little relaxed in his heart.

"I heard that you led the army in Luancheng, defeated hundreds of thousands of Khitan troops, and took the life of the Liao lord? Now, you're famous! Walking to the city pass, I felt a lot better in the shade, and Liu Chengxun's words box opened.

Liu Chengyou expressed his modesty: "The rumors are wrong, the Khitan army plus Zahu is only about 100,000 people, and there are Yan soldiers and Jin soldiers to help, plus the death of the Liao lord, there is this victory." Also, the life of the Liao lord was not taken by our army. However, if he hadn't died, I wouldn't have dared to lead a night raid......"

Hearing Liu Chengyou say this, Liu Chengxun's mouth was still praising and full of praise, but the vague envy in his eyes could not be concealed at all.

"How is Jinyang now?"

Along the way, not only Liu Chengxun was tempting, Liu Chengyou was also concerned about the situation in Hedong.

With Liu Chengxun to the east, there were less than 3,000 troops, and the troops of Jinyang were transferred.

Uncle Liu Chong completely took over Taiyuan, and the right to stay in Beijing, the future Hedong Jiedu envoy, basically can't run away.

However, after Liu Zhiyuan's outpouring of the army, the relatives of the soldiers will be migrated to the Central Plains in the future, and the population will be lost, and Hedong will be drawn again......