In the fourth year of Yonghui (653 AD), October 13, the hour was four quarters.

On September 28, "Emperor Wenjia" Chen Shuozhen raised an army, and 2,000 people broke the city of Muzhou. The assassin was nowhere to be found, all the officials were killed, and the militia was on the verge of collapse at the touch of a button. In just half a month, the rebels surged to 40,000, and Mr. Li was shocked and the court was shaken.

500 miles of urgent official documents, ordering the borders of Hangzhou, Shezhou, Yuezhou, and Wuzhou to be under martial law, and to strictly investigate the displaced population. The population blockade has been completed, Muzhou has become a sauce jar, there is an extreme shortage of food, and even people cannibalism.

Wu Kang expressed his shock that Di Renjie's blockade strategy coincided with the court. He is only twenty-three, so he has the talent of a prime minister? If you don't accept it, you can't!

Jinhua Avenue Thorn Mansion, Lao Cui is sitting on the Taishi chair, Wu Kang and Xiaoqing's mother and daughter are standing behind. The proclamation was coming, and the yellow holy decree was displayed in his hand, and he read it in a frustrated voice:

Under the door: Muzhou Chen's family, gathering people to rebel, burning, killing and looting, doing all kinds of evil, brazenly claiming the emperor, having no dynasty, and committing extremely evil crimes. Author: Yangzhou Assassin Fang Renyu, Wuzhou Assassin Cui Yixuan, each led the troops and horses of the headquarters, immediately entered Muzhou to quell the rebellion, and Yonghui was on October 7 in the fourth year.

Zhongshu Ling, Chen, Liu Zheng, Xuan;

Zhongshu Shilang, minister, Laiji, Feng;

Zhongshu Sheren, minister, Li Yifu, line;

Waiter, minister, Cui Dunli; Huangmen Shilang, Chen, Han Ying; To the matter, the minister, Fu You; Speech.

The edict is like the right, please be respectful, Yonghui four years October 7.

After the decree was read, Cui Yixuan received the decree tremblingly, and Qin sent him over to greet him, telling him to take care of his body and preside over the counterinsurgency as soon as possible. Lao Cui nodded and promised, handed over the holy decree to the virtuous son-in-law, and Xiaoqing's mother and daughter carried her back to the bedroom to rest.

Wu Kang felt that something was wrong, and when he tried the medicine by himself, he yawned repeatedly, his face was pale, and he seemed to be addicted to smoking. Lao Cui looked frail, but his face was ruddy and he didn't yawn. After thinking about it for a while, it is estimated that the effect of the drug varies from person to person, and I am not at ease.

solemnly took the holy decree in his arms, pretended to salute the eunuch, and stuffed two gold leaves. The eunuch smiled, and also sent a gift in return, and said with a smile: "Wu Beijia doesn't need to be polite, it's all for the saint." This is from Zhaoyi, so you have to put it away. ”

It was a letter from Sister Mei, worth two gold leaves, Wu Kang smiled and took out two more pieces. The eunuch pretended to shirk, quietly stuffed his sleeves, his old face was happy with chrysanthemums, and he said in his ear: "Zhaoyi Tuo Nu and Maiden have a word: The opportunity must not be lost, the time will not come again, and Kang Lang will make new contributions." ”

Wu Kang nodded again and again, sent the old eunuch away, stuffed the letter into his personal pocket, and went back to the backyard to see Lao Cui. Unexpectedly, he was stopped at the door, and the tribe passed on the words of Lao Cui, who was not in good health and needed to rest, so he hurried to Qingxi to preside over the overall situation of counterinsurgency. No longer hesitate at the moment, say goodbye to the ministry, and stride away.

Outside the Assassin's Mansion, Xiucai and Chu Shenke led the team, and more than 20 bodyguards lined up neatly, and saluted with fists at the same time. Wu Kang nodded and walked to the stable, quickly noticing the abnormality again. Stopped, turned abruptly, eagle-eyed scanning.

The bodyguards bowed their heads one after another, and their bodies moved to the side, revealing a petite bodyguard. Wu Kang couldn't cry or laugh, and walked over to plead: "I said big sister, don't make trouble, okay?" I'm going to the front line to fight, not a playhouse, what are you going to do? ”

The little bodyguard raised his head, giggled twice, and coughed twice. The bodyguards moved quickly, erecting a human wall with their backs to them, and improvised a roofless hut. Cui Xiaoqing hugged her husband's waist, and coquettishly smiled with a hippie face: "Fight tiger brothers, go into battle as husband and wife, people want to help you." Big brother, how did I find out if I hid it so tightly? ”

Wu Kang pouted disdainfully: "Just from the footsteps, you can hear... Don't change the subject, you can pull it down. What can you do for me, talk to the rebels about the law? Go home and embroider! With your small body, pull your hair in a bun of 1.5 meters, don't pull 1.4 meters, go to that station, it's too demoralizing! ”

"The surname is Wu, you...", Cui Xiaoqing jumped to her feet angrily, and after a while, she rolled her eyes, restored everyone's beautiful appearance, and said angrily: "Okay, okay, people don't go, but there is a condition, you can't be strong." Last time, Muzhou rescued Sister Shun, and she was injured single-handedly, don't think I don't know. Again, don't be reckless, people will be afraid. ”

Oh my mother, Wu Kang patted his chest and swore an oath: "I am the supreme commander, and I will definitely hide in the military tent and strategize and command the overall situation." Okay, okay, hurry back, you should be obedient at home, I will have no distractions... I said what are you doing... Not. ”

sent Cui Xiaoqing away, everyone rode their horses and galloped, and came to the barracks from time to time. The sentry immediately reported that more than a dozen people came out of the Chinese military tent, headed by Di Renjie, followed by Si Gong, Si Bing, and Si Shi to join the army, as well as Yu Hongzhi, the commander of the militia group, and five deputy command posts.

The younger brothers saw the salute, and the two sides lined up to stand away, and Wu Kang held his head high and stopped at the gate. Di Renjie greeted, everyone looked up and saluted, the four soldiers pulled the ropes together, and the military flag was slowly raised. The whole body is bright red, with black jagged edges, light yellow in the middle, and the big black character "Wu" is embroidered, indicating that Wu Bei is on the front line.

The nearby soldiers cheered first, like a stone thrown on a calm lake, and the tsunami-like shouts spread until the entire barracks exploded. Wu Kang was a little confused, he didn't raise the national flag, he was only so excited? Am I that famous?

Yu Hongzhi whispered: "Wu Gong is a god-like existence in the hearts of the military and people in Wuzhou. It can call for wind and rain, can hold nests and hatch chickens, can make ice in summer, can increase pear orchards, and can improve rice fields. As long as you are in the barracks, morale is absolutely high. ”

The sycophants slipped away, his heart was happy, he pretended to be calm on the surface, and said lightly that "the military heart is available", and went straight to the big tent of the Chinese army. Due north, the main position, spread wool blankets, and hang a large map behind. There are five low couches in the east and west, covered with silk cloth cushions, which are the positions of the younger brothers.

In the center of the big tent, a huge sand table is placed, three meters long and two meters wide. Shrink the north of Wuzhou City, to the south of Muzhou City, all the terrain and landforms. Including mountains, rivers, roads, etc., with small "red and blue" flags placed next to them. It is the Shengshi Security Muzhou Branch, and Wu Kang is very pleased with the fruits of more than half a year's labor.

He came to the Lord's seat and stood still, read the decree, then sat cross-legged and motioned for the people to take their seats and called the meeting to begin.

Yu Hongzhi reported: "There are five battalions of soldiers, each battalion of 1,000 people, which is the militia of Lanxi and Jinhua counties, and is led by five commanders. The subordinates plan to select fifty of the most elite soldiers from each battalion to serve as your personal guards, have you seen enough? ”

Wu Kang waved his hand and said: "The quantity and quality of elite veterans determine the combat effectiveness of each battalion, and the combat effectiveness of this officer is not personal safety. With the kindness of the commander, the official has a heart, and there are three hundred security guards in the prosperous world, and they are safe. ”

When the five deputy commanders heard this, they all showed envious looks, they were all generals with troops, and they had all seen the three hundred security guards, and they were indeed extremely strong. Among them, the 200 cavalry are old and greedy, and there are only about 12 cavalry in the entire Wuzhou militia regiment.

Wu Kang came to the sand table, looked for the location of the military camp, and soon found Sanheshu (Zhejiang Province, Jiande City, Sanhe Township), and planted five small red flags to represent the five battalion soldiers. Three more pony flags were planted, and three hundred cavalry were led.

Lao Yu knew the sand table and continued to report: "Yiwu County has 3,000 people's recruitment groups, and the commander is Lin Liwen, who will arrive in three days; Yongkang County recruited 4,000 and commanded Jiang Wenjing, who arrived four days later; Longqiu County levied 2,000, and Zhang Chonglin, the command post, arrived five days later; Xin'an County recruited 4,000, and Cui Zhen, the command post, arrived eight days later. ”

According to the data provided by Lao Yu, Wu Kang planted the corresponding red flag in the county position of the sand table response. So far, Wuzhou has six counties under its jurisdiction, and all the troops are clear, with a total of 18,000 people, and it should be able to hold out for a while. If the war situation deteriorates, the only way to do this is to levy the people again, hoping that day will not come.

Sighing secretly, staring at Xian Xilan Yin Mountain in a daze. During the drought inspection in July, he had climbed Lanyin Mountain and was very interested in the slate at the western foothills. Unlike other mountain walls, the craggy and steep slate is as smooth as bluestone slabs, hence the name. A bright light suddenly flashed in his mind, and bad ideas came up, and Wu Kang Zhaoxiu came over and whispered softly.

Everyone is in the clouds, this is the rhythm of doing things. Xiucai's brows furrowed, and he turned to leave with his fists clenched. The atmosphere was a little depressing, Wu Kang quickly came back to his senses, and was about to say something, when he suddenly heard the sound of horses' hooves outside the account, and then a continuous long sound: Newspaper-

This is a military intelligence report, everyone cheered up, Wu Kang then ordered, and the spies reported in the account: "Report to the martial arts, the thief general Tong Tianbao led more than 4,000 rebels and more than 50 cavalry." Out of the south gate of Muzhou, at the end of the two o'clock, into the pheasant county Bai Aili. ”

The atmosphere was even more depressing, and everyone knew that Bai Aili was a hundred miles northwest and that the rebels were close at hand, and the great battle was coming soon. Di Renjie couldn't help but be stunned, the big man's guess came true, and the rebels really divided their troops and sent a small force to cover Wuzhou.

Signaling the scout to explore again, walked to the other end of the sandbox, found Bai Aili (Zhejiang Province, Jiande City, Guicun), planted four blue flags, and rounded up the blue horse flag.

Shake off the mud in his hand and look around at everyone: "Bai Aili is only more than a hundred miles away from here. The speed at which the army marched, twenty miles per hour. That is to say, at the latest tomorrow, when it is ugly, around the fourth watch, it will encounter our army. How to deal with it? ”

In about ten minutes, the commander of the first battalion of the militia group, Chen Zhili, spoke first: "Don't drive the martial arts, my subordinates have heard that Chen Shuo is really a disciple of Taishang Laojun, and he is a Nine Heavens Xuannu who descended to earth." The subordinates suggested that they should avoid the top, retreat to Wuzhou City, and wait for the reinforcements from various counties to arrive, and then fight to the death. ”

This is really frustrating, Wu Kang is almost angry, blind to your name. Secretly thinking, should you take this grandson to sacrifice the flag and establish leadership authority?

Seeing that the big guy's face was not good, Di Renjie solved his worries and solved the problem, and looked at the other party with righteous and stern words: "Commander Chen's words are wrong, the big war is imminent, how can he grow the morale of others and destroy his own prestige?" Whether it is Taishang Laojun or the Nine Heavens Xuannu, they are all self-appointed by Chen Thief. ”

Di Renjie's words were convincing: "As we all know, Taishang Laojun Laozi Li Er is the ancestor of the saint. Chen Shuozhen harbored evil intentions and intended to subvert Li Tang Jiangshan, how could Taishang Laojun accept her as an apprentice? How can you do evil to your own children? ”

This is interesting, the big flicker fights the small flicker, President Li Er recognizes the ancestors indiscriminately, saying that Li Tang is a descendant of Lao Tzu. understood that people scoffed, but these commanders were convinced, and gradually believed Di Renjie's words.

Di Renjie continued: "The Nine Heavens Xuannu descended to earth, it is even more of a joke! As we all know, as early as ancient times, the Nine Heavens Xuannu once went down to earth to help the Yellow Emperor win Chiyou and create the Jiangshan Sheji of the descendants of Yan and Huang. How can they go down to the earth to rebel, create rebellion, and let their children and grandchildren kill each other? ”

This is even more interesting, Wu Kang decisively shut up and let Di Lao Xi'er talk to the generals. You pinch it first, and I will make the final decision, which is the self-cultivation of the leader.

The legend of the Nine Heavens Xuannu is well-known, and women and children know it. Di Renjie was reasonable, Wei Dingzhou first expressed his support, and the military members expressed their positions one after another. Commander Chen was speechless and closed his mouth, still nervous and worried. Wu Kang decided to give another chance, but it really can't be done, let's sacrifice the flag again.

The No. 1 was carried down, the No. 2 was launched, and the Qian commander of the third battalion directly approached Lao Di Dingniu: "It is rumored that the thief Chen can scatter beans into soldiers, summon gods and ghosts, and drive Yin soldiers to cross the border." The identity can be self-styled, but the immortal law is a fact, and two thousand people broke the state in two days, which can be proven. ”

The third cowardice was launched, and Zhou Xiongzhou commanded support: "Commander Qian is reasonable, we lead the troops to fight, and we all know that the siege is the most difficult." The rebels are a rabble, there are no siege equipment, and two thousand can break through Muzhou, which is really incredible. ”

The cowards nodded one after another, and the rest were noncommittal, Wu Kang was very entangled, only one head of the sacrificial flag, which one to choose?

Di Renjie-for-tat: "The two of them are different, Chen Thief broke through Muzhou, not by strength or spells, but by combining inside and outside." came to Wuzhou to work, and happened to be with Wu Zhaoyi's sister. The Chen thief coveted the martial arts and did not give a heavy salute, and issued an official document with the commander of the Zhichong Commander, and came out of the Zhichong transport team to intercept and kill us in Muzhou. According to the spies' report, Cheng Siqian, the leader of the thief army, is the former commander of Muzhou Zhichong. ”

The meaning is obvious, Cheng Siqian opened the city gate and let the thief army enter the city. Wu Kang coughed dryly, glanced at everyone and added: "This case caused a sensation in the imperial court, and the investigation was fruitless, so it was over." Some of Muzhou's official records fell into the hands of spies, and the official could issue them. ”

Slapped lightly, Xiucai came in with the official document and handed it to Yu Hongzhi. Lao Yu took a few looks, it was indeed true, and handed it to Zhou Xiong for circulation.

After the commander of the fifth battalion watched, Zhou Xiong continued to argue: "Two thousand people raised troops, and in half a month, 40,000 people were developed, and there must be a spell." The people who fled the disaster in Muzhou said that Chen Shuo really had the protection of the gods, and those who dared to confront his soldiers were all killed. The subordinates still think that avoidance is the best. ”

Wu Kang leaked a sly smile, and said in his heart that it was you, brother. His name is Zhou Xiong, who is actually soft, not tall and has a big head, so he just used it to sacrifice the flag.

Just as he was about to reprimand, Yu Hongzhi hurriedly spoke: "Zhou Xiong, shut up, I don't know anything about four or six, even if she has a spell?" Can it be higher than Wu Beijia? Can you call the wind and rain, drip water and freeze ice? Her carving insect skills, don't fail in case of martial arts! ”

Wu Kang temporarily stopped killing, and Di Renjie endorsed: "Yu Commander is reasonable, Wu Bei drives Chen Shuozhen, and it is effortless." Since ancient times, even if the army is in line with the will of the people and the people, it is fashionable that it cannot succeed, Chen Thief is just a little magical, he is still a woman, and he can't last long. ”

Zhou Xiong stopped talking, clasped his fists and confessed, and everyone turned their heads and ears. Yu Hongzhi put it in his stomach, and the big guy was a murderous laugh. Di Renjie also sensed the killing intent, and sat upright, feeling lucky for Zhou Xiong.

After more than ten minutes of discussion, Wu Kang said lightly: "Colleagues, behind us are the people of Lanxi; Where the barracks are located, it is the homes of the people. Therefore, the soldiers of Wuzhou have no way out. If you are in favor of staying behind to defend against the enemy, please raise your hand. ”

Wu Kang slowly raised his right hand, Di Renjie responded first, Wei Dingzhou followed, Qin Li and Wang Linrui agreed. Then there were Yu Hongzhi, Yu Qi and other deputy commanders, Zhou Xiong saw that the general trend had gone, and had to raise his hand to express his position.

Wu Kang glanced at him and said lightly: "Since you agree, this official has decided to stay here to defend against the enemy." The strategic goal this time is to entangle the vanguard and trap it in Wuzhou. If you have any good plans, this official will listen to you. ”

After a long silence, Di Renjie spoke: "The enemy has 4,000 people, our side has 5,000 people, and we have the advantage in troops; The enemy is traveling for a long time, and we have the advantage of physical strength; The enemy terrain is not familiar, we know the roots, and we have the advantage of geography. It was the following officials who believed that this battle would be won. ”

Everyone thought so, and their hearts relaxed a lot, Yu Hongzhi spoke: "Don't be careful, Lanxi is flat and not suitable for ambushes. The subordinates suggested setting up a formation, confronting the rebels, and striving for victory. ”

Di Renjie added: "The strategic goal is very well achieved, Muzhou is seriously damaged, food is scarce, they definitely want to jump out of the blockade, and the attack on Wuzhou is proof." ”

The implication is that once Tong Tianbao's attack is blocked, Chen Shuo will really come out of the nest and lead the main force to support. According to the report of his subordinates, Tong Tianbao is fierce, his brain lacks tendons, there is a type of advance but no retreat, and the harder he fights, the more unconvinced. As long as the fight continues, leading Chen Shuozhen out of the hole, the plan is half successful.

Wu Kang secretly pondered that tomorrow is just an appetizer, Chen Shuo Allah has arrived, and Wuzhou reinforcements have also arrived, and the most difficult moment will be ushered in. We must grit our teeth and insist, when Fang Renyu's troops arrive in Wuzhou, under the attack from the north and south, the rebels will be wiped out.

The meeting lasted for two hours, and the spies kept reporting, and Tong Wenbao advanced forty miles and set up camp in Zhouzhuang. Arrange the troops and arrange the formation, end the military meeting, and Wu Kang prevents the opening of the small stove. With all the younger brothers, he went to the Huotou camp with dishes and chopsticks, and took the initiative to line up to eat.

Unconsciously remembering the posterity, the school cafeteria queued up for the picture, and the corners of his mouth hooked up with a smile. It wasn't long before he was interrupted by cheers, the scarlet robe was too eye-catching, and the soldiers cheered again. The head of the fire army slapped his ass and took the initiative to send rice porridge, but he was naturally used to play on the topic, reprimanded him fiercely, and won a full house.

The show worked very well, smiling and looking around, vaguely finding a familiar figure, fixing his eyes and then disappearing. I didn't feel at ease, I finished lining up to eat, squatting among the soldiers, chatting while eating. Acting as a show drama on the scene into a serial drama.

The soldiers were extremely excited, and Wu Kang finally realized why those famous generals like to put on a show. Mingling with the soldiers, sharing weal and woe with them, naturally cohesion of the morale of the army.

When night fell, I sat alone in the barracks, staring at the sand table in a daze. Seeing the ancient battlefield, commanding thousands of troops and horses, the eldest girl sat in a sedan chair, and it was false to say that she was not nervous. took out Li Daozong's letter, carefully studied the battle situation, and read it word by word.

studied thoroughly, and continued to be frightened by reading Sister Mei's family letters. The first part is political affairs: the Western Turkic Ebilu Khan died of illness, and his son Zhenzhu Yehu was established as the new Khan by Li Jiu. In order to repay Li Jiu's great kindness, it was decided to unite the five crossbows and attack the Shabo Luo Department to retaliate for his attack on Tingzhou.

The second thing is that the court decided to introduce Champa rice, which was first promoted in Wuzhou. Sister Mei sold cuteness in the letter, saying that she won it by blowing the wind on the pillow. Wu Kangjue's Coke, at the same time, is also very grateful, and the grain production has increased significantly, which is definitely a great achievement.

The second part is family affairs, and it is estimated that I will not be able to go to the ninth aunt Yang's birthday at the beginning of the lunar month. Sister Mei and aunt expressed their understanding that counterinsurgency is a big deal.

In March next year, Li Jiu officially canonized Sister Mei as Zhaoyi. Wu Kang was a little confused, get on the bus first and then make up the ticket? I haven't officially received a certificate! It seems that I have to go over to congratulate me, and I can finally "run", and it is a difficult step to run from a pen pal to a real meeting...