Chapter 447: The king is right

Although Xu Wei had some speculation about his cousin's strange behavior, he was quickly drawn to business. As the highest military and political governor in Shaanxi, Xu Shao was summoned to the forbidden center as soon as he arrived in Xingzai to participate in the detailed discussion presided over by the emperor himself. Focus on the strategy proposed by Acting Prime Minister Zhao Ding.

Although he was a foreign minister, he was in charge of the most elite army of the Great Song Dynasty, and he was in charge of the local government as the chief governor, so Xu Shao's opinions naturally weighed differently. On the whole, he supported Zhao Ding's political platform, but he was limited by his status as a foreign official, and he focused on expounding on Shaanxi affairs. Politically, Shaanxi is generally stable except for the occupied areas. Economically, it is self-sufficient, but because it faces a strong enemy, it must rely on Sichuan. Since the Sichuan Xuanfu envoy Xu Churen took office, he has vigorously supported Shaanxi, especially in terms of materials, money and grain. Militarily, the current three recruitment divisions of the Western Army have a control of 160,000 armed forces, and the total strength of the Western Army is about 200,000 with the addition of the troops directly under the Xuanfu Disposal Division.

Xu Shao believed that in terms of military strength alone, the Western Army was sufficient, and there was no need to expand the ranks and cause a financial burden. What Shaanxi should do is to appoint capable cadres, strengthen training, and accumulate grain, grass, and ordnance so that the times can change. He also had reservations about Zhao Ding's proposal to further relax restrictions on martial arts, but only for the Shaanxi region.

Because the Western Army had its own traditions, the imperial court restricted the policies of military ministers, such as the "change of military law", that is, the frequent movement of troops, so that the generals did not know the soldiers, and the soldiers did not know the generals. It has long been unworkable in Shaanxi and has been reduced to a dead letter. Moreover, the generals of the Western Army have held the same position for a long time, and even "the father dies and the son replaces, and the brother dies and the brother dies", so there is really no need to relax much.

In addition, he focused on reporting on the reform situation in Shaanxi. Thanks to the support of Xu Wei and other generals, his reform in Shaanxi was carried out smoothly and did not cause major resistance. It is still a short time, and the effectiveness has yet to be tested.

Xu Shao even confidently said that no matter how fierce Beiyi is, he doesn't want to covet the whole of Shaanxi, let alone Sichuan? As long as time passes, the upper and lower levels of Shaanxi will be able to recover the lost territory and expel the Beiyi from the country

Zhao Huan was very pleased to hear this, and vigorously praised Xu Shao's hard work, and said that he had high hopes for Shaanxi, and would also give good support in policy in the future, so as to make Qinchuan a strategic place for containment and counteroffensive.

Miyagi, Xuandemen.

Xu Wei turned over and dismounted in front of the palace gate, purple official clothes, golden ribbons of fairy flowers, two long hat wings stretched out from the top of the head, holding a wat board in his hand, this outfit, Xu Wei has not worn it for a long time.

"Ask for justice, please." A clever chamberlain bowed and asked.

"There is labor." Xu Wei said casually, that is, he went to the palace with him. It had been several days since he arrived in Zhenjiang Mansion, and it was only now that the emperor had summoned him. Although he is a military minister raised by Zhao Huan, a military minister is a military minister after all, and in the political atmosphere of the Song Dynasty, it is naturally impossible to compare with Xu Shao. Therefore, it was not until the detailed discussion division discussed the results of the matter that the Son of Heaven remembered the generals he had focused on cultivating.

In the palace, Xu Wei did not enter less. Compared to the old capital of Tokyo, the palace of Zhenjiang Prefecture is slightly smaller in scale, but the layout is roughly the same. This made Zijin Tiger speculate for no reason, the palace is so well repaired, it seems that he doesn't want to return to the old capital?

The emperor summoned foreign ministers, mostly in the daily handling of political affairs in the vertical arch hall. But when he summoned Xu Wei this time, he was talking about the martial arts hall. This is where the Son of Heaven reviews the three armies. The place where the meeting is summoned, you can guess the content of today's prelude.

"Here we are." In front of the Martial Arts Palace, several officials were already waiting early, of course, they were not waiting for Xu Wei. The person who said this was He Ji, who is now under the command of the left army of the Imperial Camp Division, and his command is the Changjie elite created by Tong Guan back then, and he has made great contributions in the process of defending the southward movement of the imperial court.

As soon as these words came out, the officials present all looked at His Royal Highness Jiangwu. In the past few years, Xu Wei has done a good job in Shaanxi, and these military ministers who stayed by Tianzhi's side have also heard of it. And those present have some friendship with Xu Wei. He Guan immediately smiled and said: "On that day, some people opposed Xu Jiujianjie, and the official still didn't think so. When I saw it today, it was really ......"

The privy envoy next to him, Orihiko, immediately asked, "Oh? What does He Shaobao mean by this? ”

"The cardinal minister looks at his face, if he has built a festival, what else do the generals with troops outside think?" He Guan said with a smile. What he meant was that Xu Wei was too young.

Zhe Zhonggu is also a representative of the young Zhuang faction in the DPRK, and he has just arrived at the age of not being confused, but compared with Xu Wei, he really has to sigh that the years are unforgiving. So he nodded and said, "Indeed, young people are promising." ”

Also present were Yao Gu, the older generation of the Western Army, and Zhang Shuye's two sons. Regardless of whether he knew Xu Wei or not, he politely praised a few words. As he was talking, Xu Wei came forward, with a smile on his face, and said in a square voice: "I have seen all the chiefs and colleagues. ”

He is now in the third rank of martial arts, and his military rank is higher than some of the people present, so everyone politely returned the courtesy. He Guan is a senior officer in the public, and he is an elder in private, so he said: "Xu Zhao has worked hard to return from afar, and in recent years, there have been frequent good news, which is gratifying." ”

"Less than the reward, just do your duty." When Xu Wei saw him, he thought of He Shuying, and he felt a little awkward in his heart. On the surface, you still have to pretend that nothing happened.

"Why is it too humble?" Orihiko asked with a smile.

Seeing him, Xu Wei felt a little reunited after a long absence. Let's not mention personal friendship, just say that when Qixian County robbed grain, Zhe Yan personally led the troops to rescue, just this love, Xu Wei owes a lot. What's more, the other party is now the head of the Western Mansion who is high up and in charge of all the affairs, and the privy minister.

With a smile, he saluted: "Humble duty is realistic. ”

"Haha, Xu Zhaoqiu has done a great job in Shaanxi" A majestic voice exploded in his ears.

Xu Wei fixed his eyes and saw that this person was about sixty years old, tall and strong, and although his hair was half white, his fierce nature had not changed. He Guan introduced in a timely manner: "This is Mrs. Yao. ”

Handsome? Hearing this surname, Xu Wei saluted and said, "Could it be the old handsome of Xihe?" Today's Shaanxi West Road Yao Zhao's respect? ”

Yao Gu burst into laughter again, and said politely: "I often hear the dog mention it, and he is the division of the tiger and wolf of the Western Army." From the beginning of the expedition, every time Beiyi, there was no defeat."

The other party's surging praise made Xu Wei shake his hand again and again: "The captain is really too famous." ”

At this time, Zhang Bofen and Zhang Zhongxiong came to see each other again, and they were the heirs of Uncle Zhang, and now they are in command of the right army of the Imperial Camp Division, and they are stationed in Zhenjiang Mansion. When Xu Wei just stepped into his career, Uncle Zhang tried his best to help him, and he was a person who was kind to Xu Jiu. Facing his son, Xu Jiu bowed his head with a sense of respect and said: "When Ling Zun was alive, he bravely went to the national disaster and sacrificed his liver and courage, which is really admirable. ”

The military ministers talked for a while, all of them discussing the matter of fighting with the Jurchens. Xu Wei was originally the most vocal, not to mention that he was present, that is, in the entire Song army, who has more experience in fighting against Jin? It's just that Xu Shao repeatedly reminded him that when he is in Zhenjiang, remember to be cautious in his words and deeds, and he can't just because he is a military minister who supports troops and has made many military exploits, he will fly high and be arrogant, which is the way to take trouble.

So if you can't say it, try not to say it, until the inner servants know that Qian Cheng came out of the martial arts hall, and the ministers entered the inner saint.

Entering the palace, I saw the official family standing high on the throne. This group of military ministers marched to the hall in a hurry, bowed and worshipped, and shouted long live.

"Let's all be flat." Zhao Huan stretched out his hand and said. When a group of military ministers got up, he smiled and said, "Summoning the ministers today, don't let him be fine." It's just that I often discuss matters with the deacon, and it's rare to wait for a while. This way of civil and military affairs cannot be abandoned, especially when the national crisis is at hand and Jin Kou is hideous. As he spoke, he looked down and saw Xu Wei standing behind Zhi Yanzhi, He Guan, and Yao Gu.

"Recently, the court has discussed that Zhao Ding, the governor of the government, has a strategy, and presumably Qing and others have also heard of it. You are all leading soldiers, although Zhonggu is a scholar, he is also from a family of soldiers. I want to ask, can Zhao Ding's strategy be strong? Zhao Huan asked.

The ministers spoke in unison, and they all said yes. The military ministers did not interfere in political affairs, and the prime minister's statecraft was instinctively avoided and did not comment.

The emperor obviously understood this, and waved his hand: "But it doesn't hurt to say it, after all, there are specializations in the art industry, and no matter how far-sighted the scribes are, they are not as good as you understand the situation." He Guan, you say. ”

He Guan also worked step by step from the bottom, with rich experience, and immediately replied: "Official, at the beginning of the Song and Jin wars, Beiyi quickly occupied Lianghe. The reasons for this are, first, that they were caught off guard, and second, that their armaments were abandoned. The officers who command the army are afraid of death, and so are the people who are in charge. Today, in the army, except for the Western Army, most of them are new armies recruited in recent years. The minister believes that Zhao Xiang's strategy can indeed strengthen the army. ”

Zhao Huan nodded, and asked again, "Yao Gu, what do you think?" ”

Yao Gu was originally the commander of Xihe, and he was considered a veteran of the Western Army, so he went out and said: "Your Majesty, whether the soldiers are strong or not depends on the number of them." Today, all localities are recruiting brave and strong soldiers. However, it is still necessary to select the best and the best, and to provide targeted training. Fighting the Jurchens is different from suppressing bandits, and it is also different from conscripting party items. Chen believed that in order to contain the Jurchens, it was necessary to have an elite army that dared to compete in the wilderness. After the outbreak of the Battle of Song and Jin, Yao Gu's achievements in commanding the army were not satisfactory, but these few words were still insightful. You are always passive, and you dare to fight in the field, which is the way to win.

"Qing is worthy of being a veteran general of the Western Army." Zhao Huan praised.

At this time, Zhi Yan came out of class and said to the Son of Heaven: "Your Majesty, if you talk about the competition for power in the wilderness, there will be one person in this palace. In recent years, he has fought with Beiyi in Guanzhong and has never been defeated, so why not ask him? ”

As soon as these words came out, everyone knew who it was, Zhao Huan smiled and called: "Ziang, the Privy Secret is so respected, and you still don't come out of class?" ”

Xu Wei went out of class according to his words, and before he could speak, he heard the emperor above say: "Well, if you have been in the west for several years, it has become more and more powerful." I remember whether it was last year or when it was, according to the statistics of the war report, Yousi said that in recent years, hundreds of generals of the Jin Army have been defeated by the Western Army. And among them, most of the highest-level ones are folded in your hands Xu Wei. Purple Tiger, let's talk about it. ”

"Your Majesty, what Taiwei Yao said is indeed a good word. Fighting against Beiyi, if you are limited to the attack and defense of the city, you will always be passive. If it is to contain its offensive and then make a difference, it is necessary to focus on visual warfare. Xu Wei said.

Zhao Huan moved on the throne and beckoned: "You tell me carefully, since the end of Jingkang to Longxing, you have fought the most. Tell me and my fellow officials and superiors, in your opinion, how is the Jin Army? ”

"The Jin Army, a fierce, daring, and tenacious division. It also has the advantage of its horse army, thousands of miles from the morning to the front. In every battle, the officer who commands the army must take the lead before the soldiers. If the battle situation is favorable, it will chase and fight fiercely, and if the battle situation is reversed, it still does not retreat, desperately counterattacks, and rarely retreats. ”

When these words came out, Zhao Huan was silent, and he and the ministers of the palace also looked at each other. Isn't the Golden Army invincible, as you say?

After a long time, the emperor asked, "Like this, what can I do?" ”

Xu Wei replied calmly: "Although the Jin army is brave, it is flesh and blood after all. The people that Beiyi relied on were the disease of the horse army and the war-loving nature. The advantages of its cavalry also have limitations, one is the terrain restrictions, and the other is that our army can maneuver with it with sophisticated equipment. As for the war-loving nature and the courage to fight, our soldiers are not lacking. On the contrary, the generals have less courage to die. The minister always believes that he will have the heart of death, and the soldier has no greed for life, with this, the tactical quality is not as good as that of people, and he can be trained; Weapons and equipment are inferior to people and can be manufactured. Without this, even if there are millions of heroes, all of them wear human armor, and everyone holds a Da Mo knife, it will not help. ”

Xu Wei's words sounded a bit mysterious, even a little one-sided, as if he didn't hit the nail on the head. But if you have the heart and think about it carefully, you can find that Xu Ziang actually means something else. Yes, he will not hesitate to die, and he will not be greedy for life. But the question is, why should he die?

Since the Song and Jin wars, the Jurchens quickly destroyed the defense of the two rivers and disrupted the Central Plains, that is, Shaanxi, and also lost Yanyan and other regions. In this, not only the Jin army is brave and invincible, invincible. There is also a considerable part because the Song army surrendered on its own initiative. Surrender is of course a decision made by the generals, why did they do it? Is it incorruptible and shameless, and there is no distinction between right and wrong? No, big right and wrong, everyone understands, the key is not to care?

Obviously, those Song who surrendered will not care about this. As for why they don't care, then we have to ask the other way, why should they care? The vast majority of the generals at all levels of the Song Army came up through two paths. One is to start from the soldiers, and the other is to rely on the family door, which is the so-called behind the gate.

They are officials, they are rich, and it is their profession to fight. Since it's a profession, who is it not a fight? What the? A soldier's sense of honor? The pure heart of protecting the family and defending the country? Forget it, most of the generals of the Song army have never read any books in the first place, and those who read do not bother to be military ministers. Secondly, they have no sense of honor. From the very beginning of their tenure as officials, they have been contained, monitored, suspected, speculated, and constrained, making it difficult for them to act. The basic national policy of the Great Song Dynasty to control the military with literature determined that the status of military ministers could not be compared with that of civil ministers. Since the founding of the Great Song Dynasty, there has been a tradition of not killing scholars and doctors, but it is not said that they will not kill martial artists.

In this case, it is not difficult to understand that in times of crisis, or in a desperate situation, he surrendered against the water.

However, including the emperor, everyone present had a superficial understanding of Xu Wei's words, and they praised it vigorously, so that they could say it so incisively

Xu Wei smiled secretly in his heart. A few days ago in Tokyo, Yue Fei told him that civil officials are not greedy for money, and military officials do not hesitate to die, and the world will be peaceful. But Yue Peng Juguang thought that civil officials were greedy for money, and military ministers were willing to die, but he didn't think about why this happened.

In the lecture hall, all the ministers have more or less expressed some opinions, but they all have a tacit understanding that they do not involve the core issues. After talking for a long time, it is estimated that the emperor is tired of listening, so he ordered the ministers to retreat, and only ordered Xu Wei to stay right.

The so-called "stay right" means that the emperor wants to consult a minister alone, or his subordinates take the initiative to put forward unfinished words.

After the ministers left, Zhao Huan also came down to the palace: "The climate in the south is different from that of the Central Plains, stuffy, go with me." ”

The two monarchs and ministers went out of the martial arts hall, and in front of them was the martial arts square for the Son of Heaven to review the three armies. At this time, the sun was shining, and the martial arts field was white. The two of them walked down the corridor under the eaves, strolling leisurely.

"Ziang, how is this south better than Shaanxi?" Zhao Huan asked casually in front.

"Shengshang, the brackish land of Shaanxi, how can it compare to the water town in the south of the Yangtze River, the scenery is picturesque? The minister has been walking around the city in the past few days, and he has a sense of the two heavens of the north and the south. Xu Wei did not hesitate to praise him. But he deeply understands that the more comfortable and gentle the township, the easier it is to wear down people's fighting spirit. Although Shaanxi is in the west, it is the real hero, the land of wind and clouds, and the place where great achievements are made.

"Well, when the wolf smoke is annihilated in the future and the war cannot be afforded, I will give you a mansion and land here, and live freely." Zhao Huan's words may not have other meanings, just casually said. But in Xu Wei's ears, there was another deep meaning.

The emperor meant that if there was no war in the future, there would be no need for you. Of course, there is no reason for you to hold the military power outside, and the emperor's grace is vast, and in this gentle township, he will give you a mansion and land, gold and silver beauty, so that you can enjoy glory and wealth.

If it is someone else, when they hear this, they are afraid that they will be so happy that the snot bubbles will come out. But Xu Wei doesn't think so, first of all, when the time comes, whether you will do this or not, you have to say. Second, even if that's the case, what's the point? Men have to pursue a little, lustful dogs and horses, glory and wealth Everyone wants it, but that's what you give, I only have the right to use, and you can take it back at any time. Moreover, there is no seventy-year age yet.

If I want a rich life, I can afford to fight as a soldier? What did the brother do before? No matter what you do, the Northern Song Dynasty perished, can't I stay in the south? The economy of the south is prosperous, and with the brother's gambling skills, it is still not a problem to eat and drink, right?

This is also a national disaster, and you think that you will not fight in the future, and you must learn from your ancestors to release military power with a cup of wine. It seems that although Zhao Huan has been implementing reforms since his accession to the throne, vigorously improving the status of military ministers and relaxing the restrictions on military ministers, in his bones, the influence of the ancestral family law on him can be said to be deep-rooted

"Why don't you speak? Dissatisfied? Zhao Huan didn't hear a response for a while, suddenly stopped, turned around, and looked directly at Xu Wei.

The latter was shocked and lost his temper, and when the emperor asked this question, he hesitated, and if he answered incorrectly, the disaster would be great

Fortunately, Xu Wei used to run the rivers and lakes, relying on his quick reaction, sighed, and said in a deep voice: "The minister doesn't dare." I was just thinking that Chen Ben was a prodigal son in the countryside. Before he became an adult, he ran rampant in the countryside and did whatever he wanted. The villagers call the ministers a big insect and regard it as a pest. After the imperial court ordered the recruitment of brave and strong thieves, the minister was actually in a restless heart, leading the crowd to start an incident, like a coax. It is Your Majesty who really makes the ministers see the blue sky like a cloud. If it weren't for His Majesty's cultivation and promotion, how could the minister dare to occupy a handsome position? Over the years, the honor and favor of officials to their ministers has been unprecedented. But the minister is ashamed, he failed to share the worries for the king, and now Beiyi is still based on the two rivers, invading the Central Plains, and the minister is a military minister, leading a dignified teacher, and it is a big crime to not be able to sweep away the thieves and restore the homeland. But His Majesty is not only not to blame, but the ministers are so thoughtful, how can the ministers be embarrassed? I felt guilty in my heart, and I was speechless for a while, so I ask Your Majesty to forgive me. ”

Zhao Huan smiled when he heard this, sighed, and soothed: "Ziang, don't worry, as you said back then, things are man-made." Alas, if the generals who lead troops outside are like you, why is Beiyi so rampant? After finishing speaking, he walked forward and walked as he went.

"To be honest, I didn't expect you to have such a ability. In the past few years, there have been rumors of defeat everywhere, and whenever this happens, I look forward to your good news. You didn't disappoint me. I remember that when you went to Hedong to pacify, I allowed you, as long as the situation was suppressed, I let you build a festival. This time, the three divisions of Shaanxi were established, and the other two envoys were all envoys of the two towns, and you were the only one who was awarded the protector. I guess you have some emotions, but I tell you that Guan Fei broke my word. But in order to protect you, the year is not enough to immediately establish a festival, which is not a thing in the military ministers, if you set this precedent, I am not reluctant, but afraid of attracting suspicion. Let's stay up for another two years. ”

Xu Wei immediately replied: "I don't dare to hide from the officials, the ministers are warriors, so I naturally look forward to the glory of the festival." Dan Chen also knew that it was piled up by seniority and military exploits. Although the minister has fought some battles, what good will it do to the situation? Furthermore, whether to build a festival or not is not in the ministers, but in the masters. ”

Zhao Huan stopped again, looked at Xu Wei for a long time, stretched out his hand, and patted him on the arm: "Although Ziang is a military minister, he is so reasonable, it is not easy. If you want to go on again, it really makes me feel that I don't want to give you moderation. ”

Xu Weidun bowed and said, "The minister doesn't dare to think like this. ”

Zhao Huan smiled, didn't go anymore, just stood down next to the railing, and said casually: "When I sent the Western Army to Xingxing, I actually wanted to transfer you back." After all, you are my own person. But considering the situation in Shaanxi and your future, I still gave up. For a long time to come, I am afraid that you will have to be in Shaanxi to assist Xu Shao in resisting Beiyi. Alas, I originally planned to train you to be the envoy of Shaanxi and take charge of the Western Army for me. It's just for the convenience of doing things, and the 'Shaanxi Xuanfu Disposal Envoy' was set up to centralize power. But if you do your job, I'll take care of it for you. ”

Xu Wei thanked him again and again, and looked full. Zhao Huan was very satisfied, praised and encouraged him a few words, turned around, looked at the railing, and sighed sincerely: "Jiangnan is good." ”

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