In Wukou Hanzhai, Zhao Kuangyin entertained Guo Rong, and the two expressed their opinions on the situation in Huainan and talked happily.

A little later, there was a water and land transport envoy Wang Pu and grain envoy Wang Pu from the upper reaches of the Huai River. Wang Puma, who went to Xia Cai before the edict, rewarded the army on behalf of the Son of Heaven, and came to repay the king's life. As for Wang Pu, he continued to supply Wang Jun with his needs.

After turning south through Suzhou, the royal car arrived at the vortex at noon on the second day. In front of Jingshanzhai, looking at the neat and tidy people who greeted him, Liu Chengyou was in a very good mood. The four people who led the lead were all heroes who played a big role in the Huainan War, whether Wang Pu and Wang Pu dispatched the people to supply military supplies, or Guo Rong and Zhao Kuangyin commanded the army to fight.

On the side of the vortex, the camp was prepared early, and the accompanying army was directly arranged to settle in. As for Liu Chengyou, accompanied by Zhao Kuangyin and others, he inspected the land and water army of the vortex camp to boost morale and motivate people. In particular, those who had made meritorious contributions in the Battle of Vortex Mouth, regardless of officers and soldiers, were all personally encouraged by Liu Chengyou.

Entering the village and entering the tent, being presented to the main seat, paying homage to the ceremony, the commanding officers above the army level on this side of the vortex are fortunate to be able to listen to the holy teachings and feel the majesty of the Son of Heaven.

Looking at Guo and Zhao, Liu Chengyou smiled and said: "I have transferred the two of you to Huaibei successively, just because I think you can surprise me!" Sure enough, Shouzhou has a great victory in Xiacai, and you in this Haozhou are taking turns to make contributions to the imperial court! ”

Liu Chengyou's statement faintly means that the results of Haozhou are on the same page as those of Shouzhou, and in this regard, Guo Rong and Zhao Kuangyin, of course, are humble and dare not take credit.

Wang Pu and Wang Pu also echoed, saying that His Majesty knows people wisely and employs people well.

After a brief greeting, Liu Chengyou said directly: "After the two battles of Xia Cai and Wukou, plus the capture of Zhongli, the strategy of the southern expedition can be regarded as a good start, the situation of our army is very good, and the initiative is in me." Regarding the current war situation in Huainan, I know a lot, if not by heart.

When I was in Tokyo, I had already listened to many opinions, you were leading the army on the front line, and you also had experience in fighting the Tang Army, so I would like to hear your views on the next battle! ”

Speaking of military politics, Liu Chengyou's style has always been this direct and straight to the point. Faced with the question of the Son of Heaven, Zhao Kuangyin, who was still young, took the lead in replying: "Your Majesty, in the opinion of the ministers, after these three defeats, at least in the Huaishui area, the Tang army is no longer worried, and Your Majesty has led the army in person, and the Huai thief is bound to be unstoppable."

However, if you want to plow the court and sweep the holes, it is not easy to win Huai in one fell swoop. As far as the current investigation report goes, even after being hit hard, the Tang army in Huainan Prefecture has been strictly ordered to strengthen its garrison and make a posture of stubborn defense.

It is now winter, and the weather is not conducive to fighting. In the opinion of the ministers, next, it is best for the army to be based on Xia Cai and Zhongli, train soldiers, hoard grain and weapons, and continue to persecute Shouchun in Shouzhou and put pressure on the puppet Tang court.

With the importance of Huainan to the puppet Tang Dynasty, it will definitely not give up, and will only stick to Huainan Prefecture and County at the same time, and raise soldiers, horses, grain and grass to go north to support. With the combat power of the Tang Army, it is by no means an opponent of our army. In the land of Huainan, the Tang army was annihilated, its strength was weakened, and its blood was drained, so that it no longer had the strength to resist the heavenly soldiers, then Huainan Prefecture was taken, and it was as easy as a snap ......"

Seeing Zhao Kuangyin talking eloquently in front of him, with a confident look on his face, Liu Chengyou was in a trance for a moment at this scene. Regarding Zhao Kuangyin's suggestion, Liu Chengyou didn't find anything new, he listened to similar suggestions a lot, and even thought the same way in many places.

Of course, Zhao Kuangyin's opinion still has a certain weight, at least in Liu Chengyou's place, there is its evidence, which can strengthen his judgment and decision-making.

"Zhao Yuanlang's words are deeply heartfelt!" After he finished speaking, Liu Chengyou pointed at Zhao Kuangyin and said to Guo Rong.

When Liu Chengyou's eyes fell on him, Guo Rong straightened his body slightly, thought about it, and said: "Zhao Tuanlian's words are very insightful, and the minister basically agrees with his opinion. The minister only added that on the Shouzhou side, the Tang army was only barely protecting itself, and our army was heavily armed, so it could continue to attract reinforcements from the Tang army and annihilate it. His Majesty personally led a large army to the south, but he did not have to throw all his troops into Shouzhou.

The minister thought that he might be able to divide his troops to the east, take Sizhou and Chuzhou in the lower reaches of the Huai River, and control all the Huai Shui. In the spring of the next year, it can calmly sweep Jiangbei County! ”

Listening to Guo Rong's words, Liu Chengyou couldn't help but glance at him: "Is this to let me divide the troops?" What is the hostile situation in Haosi? ”

"Feng Yanlu, the regimental trainer of Sizhou, and Wu Shaoting, the governor of Chuzhou, are not people who have been guarding for a long time!" Guo Rong said calmly: "Send the division to the east, the minister has confidence, and he can take it!" ”

Nodding his head slightly, Liu Chengyou's eyes swirled around Guo Rong, and suddenly said lightly: "Okay, you Guo Rong, you have fallen in love with the forbidden army that came with me to the south!" ”

Guo Rong said: "Your Majesty's discerning eyes! ”

Liu Chengyou's eyes didn't flicker much, he just looked at Guo Rong like this, raised his hand to stroke his short beard, pondered for a moment, and said: "I will give you the Longqi Army in the left wing, and let Han Tong transfer a thousand iron cavalry troops with you, let you be the strategic envoy of Huaidong, and attack Si and Chu in the east!" ”

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Seeing Liu Chengyou so generous, Guo Rong was rare, his joy was exposed, and he got up and bowed.

Staring at Guo Rong, Liu Chengyou said: "Longqi Army, but you have always been my pro-army, and you are also the old man of Longqi Army, but you have to use it well!" ”

"Yes!"

"In addition, I transferred Zhao Yanjin and An Shouzhong to you, they are all young talents that I fancie, and they should also be good students!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Guo Rong said goodbye.

On the side, seeing that Guo Rong was entrusted with such an important task, Zhao Kuangyin said that he was not envious, it was impossible. At this moment, rarely, Zhao Da felt a little pantothenic acid in his heart.

The look of envy on Zhao Kuangyin's face, of course Liu Chengyou noticed it, turned his body, and asked him in a relaxed attitude: "Yuen Long, the great victory of the vortex, with the outnumbered enemy, the Tang army can be described as a great feat." There are many awards and promotions, but if your court doesn't express it, can you have resentment in your heart? ”

Hearing this, Zhao Kuangyin was stunned for a moment, but quickly reacted, hurriedly got up, and bowed: "The minister doesn't dare!" ”

"Just don't dare! Not for nothing? Liu Chengyou said again, although the tone was calm, it always gave people a sharp feeling.

fell in Zhao Kuangyin's ears, but he couldn't help but doubt, of course he never expressed dissatisfaction, could it be that the party was spreading the word for his grievances on weekdays?

Noticing Zhao Kuangyin's changing expression, Liu Chengyou didn't wait for him to consider his words, his tone became gentle again, and he chuckled: "Even if it is me, it is inevitable that I will be happy in my heart, and some thoughts are normal!" ”

"Don't dare!" Zhao Kuangyin didn't dare to take Liu Chengyou's words seriously, so he still answered like this.

Seeing this, he waved his hand to get up, Liu Chengyou described it slightly, and said solemnly to him: "I already knew that you Zhao Kuangyin, an extraordinary person, has the talent of a general, and Gu put you in Suzhou a few years ago, so he has the meaning of entrusting you to be the leader of the army." Sure enough, I was not disappointed! ”

"Thank you Your Majesty for your trust!" Zhao Kuangyin almost threw himself to the ground.

Liu Chengyou waved his hand and said, "How can I not be rewarded for my merits, and those who don't use talents will be passed on, won't it be criticized." I take you as the deputy envoy of Huaidong Economic Strategy, lead the army of Suzhou, assist Guo Rong, and pass through the land of Huaidong! ”

When Zhao Kuangyin heard this, he was stunned at first, and then he was overjoyed and hurriedly thanked him. It was rare for him to be so happy, but he was so bluffed by Liu Chengyou that he couldn't care about it.

Guo Rong and others were on the side, and they also congratulated Zhao Kuangyin, looking at the attitude of the Son of Heaven towards this person, the future is immeasurable.

After Guo Rong and Zhao Kuangyin retreated, Wang Pu, who was left behind, couldn't help but sigh with emotion: "Guo Zhao is young, especially that Zhao Kuangyin, who is not yet thirty years old, so he was entrusted with the responsibility. ”

"I have always been eclectic in employing people, only if they are talented, why not be afraid of criticism!" Liu Chengyou said.

Wang Pu said: "I am only worried that Wang Dushuai will have some thoughts when he hears it!" ”

Glancing at Wang Pu, Liu Chengyou flicked his sleeves and said indifferently: "What do you think?" It is said that the veteran is steady, has rich qualifications, and is worthy of entrusting him with a big responsibility. Huaidong's appointment, if you send another general, I am afraid that there will be another Wang Jun, Shouzhou, there is one of him, isn't it enough? ”

The words of the Son of Heaven are heartbreaking! When Wang Pu and Wang Pu heard this, they couldn't help but tighten their hearts, and glanced at each other, they were all smart people, and it can be seen from Liu Chengyou's attitude that they were dissatisfied with Wang Jun!

are all a little worried, after all, in the midst of a national war, it is not a good sign if the emperor is suspicious of the commander in front of the battle!

Noticing the expressions of the two, Liu Chengyou smiled again: "Tomorrow, I want to visit Liu Shouzhou in person, and by the way, I will comfort Wang Qing and them, and fight for the country, they have worked hard after all!" ”

Hearing Liu Chengyou say this, Wang Pu and the others breathed a sigh of relief at the same time, obviously, the emperor's mind is still very clear.