Hearing Xi Chao's words, everyone also reacted. No matter what, after hearing that Murong Ke's army had retreated to Luoyang City, everyone couldn't help but feel much more relaxed. However, Huan Wen's face was not very good-looking. After all, his dignified imperial court general, the person in charge of Jiangzuo's authority, was repeatedly rescued by the Huashan army, and it was really not a glorious thing to spread the word.

"Let's go and find out what Hua Shanjun plans to do next?" After thinking for a while, Huan Wen instructed the spy.

Then, he pulled everyone back, leaving only Xi Chao alone. Obviously, he had something to discuss with Xi Chao.

"You say, this time Li Hantang sent troops to help us, where did the so-called come from? If it is said that he helped us with food in the past because he made some money, then it is not good to send troops to help now! When everyone left, Huan Wen stood up, walked to the door, looked at the west from afar, and said lightly.

Huan Wen didn't believe that just by virtue of the friendship between himself and Li Xin, he would let the Huashan Army send troops to help him at this time. After all, if they come when they are victorious, it is called the icing on the cake, and there is nothing wrong with making some benefits along the way.

But now that he is defeated, sending troops in this situation makes it clear that it is very likely to meet Murong Ke's army. If the Huashan army and the Yan army fight, they may not be able to get benefits.

If he, Li Xinzhen, can be selfless to this point and come to the rescue of himself like charcoal in the snow, then the friendship between the two is absolutely so strong that it cannot be increased. But Huan Wen knew that there was no such thing, so he asked this question.

He wanted to know what Li Xin's purpose was in doing this, so that he could deal with it in the future. After all, both the Huashan Army and the Yan Army are in action, and it is impossible for them to be indifferent!

"In the opinion of his subordinates, the reason why Li Hantang sent troops should be that he didn't want Luoyang City to fall into the hands of the Yan army! After all, the land of Luoyang is not far from Guanzhong, compared to being in our hands, once the Yan army commander takes Luoyang City, the threat to Guanzhong is not small! Besides, if we are really defeated this time and withdraw our troops, I'm afraid they will have to face Murong Ke's army alone! Xi Chao's thoughts were much simpler, and he replied at this time.

Hearing this, Huan Wen couldn't help but shake his head, and said with a little doubt: "These are all on the surface, and my father always thinks that things will not be so simple." With Li Hantang's wisdom, everything he does must be well thought out, and if it is just so simple, I am afraid it is not worth the risk. After all, even if Luoyang is taken by the Yan army, the strength of their Huashan army may not be able to hold Guanzhong! ”

Regarding his statement, Xi Chao couldn't help but be speechless. He didn't understand why Huan Wen wanted to think so complicated, but after thinking about it, he probably guessed a little.

In Huan Wen's eyes, I am afraid that there are not many people in the whole world who can be put in his eyes. Murong Ke is considered one, Jiang Zuo Xie and other ministers are also part of it, and there is another one, I am afraid it is Li Xin.

Especially compared to those other people, Li Xin has been unknown from the beginning, and now he is leading the Huashan Army to build a huge piece of territory. What has happened in just a few years, Huan Wen can be said to have seen it in his eyes.

Especially when Jiangling is not particularly far from Guanzhong, and there are frequent personnel exchanges, he has always had a good understanding of the situation of the Huashan Army.

The stronger the strength of the Huashan Army and the larger the territory, the deeper his fear of Li Xin became. And if a person has such a mentality, then any simple action of the other party will be naturally complicated by him.

"Fortunately, we are not fighting with Li Hantang now, otherwise, if the general thinks like this, I am afraid that I will suffer a big loss!" After thinking about this, Xi Chao couldn't help but say to himself in his heart.

After thinking about it for a while, he said to Huan Wen: "The general is too worried! Judging from the current situation, one Luoyang is enough for Li Hantang to send troops. After all, although the strength of the Huashan Army is not weak, it should be able to hold even in the face of Murong Ke's onslaught. But don't forget, the generals, now that they live next to the Yan Kingdom, once the war starts, it will definitely not be a matter of Nanling Pass or other places. Again, the west and north of the Huashan Army are not yet peaceful, if there is really a problem on the Luoyang side, they may not have enough troops to guard Hongnong County! ”

Huan Wen, who was still thinking about it, couldn't help but nod after hearing this at this time. said: "The words of respect for public opinion make my father suddenly open!" Yes, Li Hantang has no problem facing Murong Ke's family, but if it is really a large-scale war, the result may not be certain. Even if it is blocked in the end, there will inevitably be a major loss! What's more, there were many wars last year, and now they haven't recovered! ”

After figuring this out, Huan Wen's mood was much better. Now, he finally believes that the Huashan Army came to the aid with sincerity.

"And what is the general going to do next? At this point, should we withdraw our troops directly back to Jiangling, or are we ready to fight the next battle and recapture Luoyang City? Xi Chao pondered for a moment and asked.

This is a difficult question, Huan Wen couldn't answer it for a while, walking back and forth above the lobby, as if thinking about his next move.

After a long time, he said: "If we withdraw our troops here, not only Luoyang City will fall into the hands of the enemy, but even Henan, Yiyang, Luhun, Liangxian and other places may be captured by the enemy army one by one!" If this is the case, the entire territory of Henan will no longer be owned by the imperial court! Now Qingzhou and other places have been occupied by the enemy, if Henan is lost again, Xu Yan Erzhou may be in chaos, and then it will affect the safety of Jiankang! Therefore, we must not withdraw our troops! ”

"If we don't withdraw our troops, we have to think of a way to recapture Luoyang City. But with the current strength in our hands, I'm afraid we won't be able to defeat Murong Ke! Xi Chao listened and nodded.

"This duke has decided to go to the imperial court and ask for more troops! It just so happens that if it is in our favor today, my father has already decided to send a naval army to the north to support, and at the same time, the Jiangling side must also transport the military rations as soon as possible! Huan Wen stared at him and said slowly.

One of the biggest differences between Jiangzuo and other forces in the world is probably that there is a large naval army. Moreover, because the main control of the imperial court is in the south, the combat power of this naval army is still very extraordinary.

In the past, although Huan Wen also recruited some sailors, it was only for the purpose of transporting grain and grass. After all, it was impossible for a larger warship to go directly north along the river before, let alone use it for war.

"It's a good idea to have a navy to help. We can order the navy to go north from Xiapi, along Surabaya into Junoze, and then west into Yiluo, and finally we can go straight to the big river. If there is a naval army to block the river, then Murong Ke's army will inevitably run out of food and will be unable to continue, and when the time comes, we will be able to wipe out all of them! Hearing this idea, Xi Chao agreed very much and hurriedly suggested.

"Ben Gong has this intention, this time, if he can't recapture Luoyang City, Ben Gong swears not to return to the division!" Huan Wen had already regained his confidence at this time and said categorically.

"However, it will take a lot of time for the navy to go north. During this time, we must prevent Murong Ke's army from moving south. Otherwise, the navy has not yet arrived, and the enemy army arrives first, it will be quite bad! The idea is good, but Xi Chao found one of the key problems after thinking about it.

After all, Murong Ke is not stupid, how could he be stupid and wait for the opponent's naval army to come over. He would have wanted to end the war before that, and in that case, he would have no fear of the future, no matter how good the days would be.

"You're right! However, this matter has already been decided! Quickly send someone to send an order to the defenders of Huangchi and Xin'an counties, so that they can all retreat to Henan County and defend the city with my father! By the way, send someone to tell Hua Shanjun and let them know about it! Huan Wen thought about it for a while, and suddenly said.

"The subordinates understand, let's arrange it!" Xi Chao was stunned for a moment, and then suddenly said.

Twenty miles west of Henan County, Chen Kang led 5,000 men and horses to a temporary halt, waiting for the spies sent out to come back to report the news.

"Report, the Yan army has withdrawn to Luoyang City, and is constantly sending people to watch on our army!" It didn't take long for Tanma to come back and report.

"Report, everything is stable in Henan County, and now the city defense is being strengthened, and there seems to be a long-term plan!" The other spies also came back at this time.

When Chen Kang heard the news, he nodded, and then ordered: "The whole army retreats to encamp fifty miles away, and all the troops need to be vigilant to avoid being attacked by the enemy!" ”

Soon, the Huashan army began to retreat, and finally stopped eighty miles away from the county seat of Henan. This place is located in the east of Xin'an County, and it is only about 20 miles away from Xin'an County.

Not long after they returned, Chen Kang received a message from Huan Wen~ to inform him of the recall of the defenders of Huangchi and Xin'an counties. In this way, the two county towns have basically become an undefended city, and only some ordinary people remain.

Although Chen Kang didn't understand why Huan Wen did this, after thinking about it for a while, he still immediately sent people to occupy Xin'an County. Then, he sent some soldiers and horses back to occupy Huangchi County.

On the other hand, he even sent people to hurry up and rush to Chang'an to report the matter to Li Xin. After all, it seems that there is something wrong with taking two cities for some reason, and it is better to listen to Li Xin's arrangement.