He Guan scolded loudly in the hall, and the generals below all kept a straight posture and did not squint. Especially Zhang Shen, his waist is as straight as a pole gun, his hands are flat on his knees, and there is no expression on his face. He knew in his heart that after he had finished talking about the king, it was time to talk about him.

"At present, the king seems to have been removed from his post and handed over to the priest for questioning. This official hopes that the handsome guards from all walks of life will take this as a warning! You must know that military law is ruthless! The law of the country is like a mountain! In the march of our army, there is nothing wrong with being informal, but on such a major issue of right and wrong, we must not tolerate it! Anyone who dares to defy the law by example, I can't tolerate him first! ”

Zhang Shen's inner uneasiness was gradually revealed, and he was willing to name and rebuke him, which was as insinuating like this! The king seems to have disobeyed moderation and led the army away from the battlefield without authorization, and if you do him, although others do not think so, they can't help it. But what sin do I have? Yanzhou was given up by Liu Guangshi, but I dispatched the main force of the Yan Shuai Division to fight a bloody battle with the Jin army, this victory or defeat is a common thing for soldiers, what can I do if I can't beat others? At least, I didn't lose Yan'an Mansion, right?

Just thinking like this, I suddenly heard He Guan shouting: "Yan Yanshuai Zhang Shen! ”

With a wild beat in his heart, Zhang Shen slowly got up, hugged his fists and said, "Humble duty." ”

"When you first marched into Hedong, you and Huanqing were used as backups, and you and the king moved like a king. What do you have to say about that? He Guan asked in a deep voice.

Zhang Shen looked at the floor for a while, and replied: "At that time, he had done his best to gather troops, and he had only fought against the party members, and the soldiers were very hard, so it was delayed for some time. ”

In fact, it's good that he doesn't argue, but when He Guan heard him make excuses, he was angry, and shouted: "Full of nonsense!" How long has it been since the battle with the Xia army ended, would you not know? Let's not mention this matter for now! Let me ask you, Yan Yanxiang is the barrier of Shaanxi, the soldiers are strong and the horses are strong, why as soon as the Jin army entered the pass, you lost Dan and Dan two states one after another, and were beaten by the Jurchens to Yan'an City? You have tens of thousands of horses under your command, but you are dry to eat? How did you do it, a handsome guard! ”

Zhang Shen saw that he was training himself like a farmer, and he was also a little angry, and raised his head and said: "He Shaobao, in the first battle of Yan'an, my Yanyan soldiers have done their best!" The fierceness of the Jin Army is well known to the world, how can it be harshly criticized? ”

He Guan was furious when he heard this! Finger Zhang Shen roared: "Losing soldiers and losing generals still dare to use strong words? Do you still have two directors in your eyes? ”

Blocking his throat in one breath, Zhang Shen misplaced his teeth, and was about to speak, when he suddenly heard a light cough from beside him. The words that came to his mouth were swallowed alive, and after a moment of silence, he hugged his fists again and said: "The lowly position is Yan Yanshuai, and he should obey the orders of the two divisions, which is justified." ”

He Guan listened to his words and had the intention of being soft, so he took a deep breath, and said in a slightly softened tone: "That's it, although you are defeated, you still do your duty to ensure that Yan'an Mansion is not lost." ”

Hearing this, Zhang Shen finally breathed a sigh of relief in his heart. Fortunately, Xu Jiu stopped his recklessness, otherwise he would only be the one who would suffer if he fought with He Guan in this section. Listening to the above meaning, I don't plan to pursue myself, I have to get it, say a soft word, and fool this matter over.

Just as he was about to speak, he heard He Guan say: "But in the first battle of Yan'an, your losses in Yanyan are not small, and it is difficult to shoulder the defense." Previously, the Preparation Division had already ordered Qu Duan to lead the army into Fang, Dun, and Dan Prefectures. When you go back, you're ready to hand over the defenses."

Yan Yan all the way, through the pacification of the jurisdiction of the territory, is the Yan'an Prefecture, the three prefectures of Fang, Dan, and the security of the Suide Army. Pumping away the heavy land of Sanzhou at once is equivalent to emptying Zhang Shen by half. How could he say yes? But if you don't agree, you can't do it, King Huanqing seems to be an example! Now, Qu Duan is the vanguard of He Guan to fight against the commanders of all roads, he has tens of thousands of male soldiers in his hands, and he has two divisions to support him, but he can't resist him!

Turning his heart sideways, Zhang Shen said angrily: "Get the order!" ”

Seeing this, He Guan nodded with satisfaction, estimating that the hour was not early, and said: "Today, we will discuss here, you wait to go back and prepare, and discuss the military situation tomorrow." After finishing speaking, he went straight to the inner hall, and all the generals almost unanimously got up to see each other off.

Qu Duan held the seal ribbon, and had nothing to do with the others, and strode out of the festival. The seed master came over to greet the Xu brothers for a while, and went out of the house together, Zhang Shen followed behind, and said nothing all the way.

Outside the Yamen of the Establishment Division, the three brothers of the Xu family sent the Taiwei to leave, and then rode back to the pavilion. These three brothers are all middle- and high-ranking generals in the Western Army, so they are treated very well. This pavilion is equivalent to the guest house of later generations, and the three of them are all spacious and large rooms, and the utensils are readily available. Xu Wei returned to the room, and there was still some time before the meal, so he washed his face, sat at the table alone and poured a cup of tea, ready to smooth his brain.

The promotion to the post of a slight pacification envoy can be regarded as a solid step. Judging from the current situation, Li Gang and He Guan intend to crack down on the bad habits of the Western Army with an iron fist. He is a general sent by the imperial court, and it is natural that he will be assigned to the side of the two divisions, so he can't hit himself.

The next thing to be done is to take advantage of the promotion of the commander to expand the troops and straighten out the equipment. In the Dingrong army, there are ready-made township armies that can be directly incorporated into the regular army. I have a pacification department, and the establishment of forty or fifty thousand people is not much, right? As for the commander-in-chief, after fighting for so many years, a large number of middle and lower-level officers of Hujie have been trained, so there is no need to worry about the problem of talent.

The research and development of equipment is the top priority of their next step, and if the public wants to do a good job, they must first sharpen their tools. Gunpowder has finally found its way, and although its power is still not satisfactory, with continuous testing, I believe that it can overcome difficulties. The problem lies in the equipment, firearms, firearms, just with gunpowder, without equipment. Although I don't have professional knowledge in this area, I still know some ideas, and I will communicate with the craftsmen to see if I can try to make them.

When the size and equipment of the troops are up, you can free up your hands to do some off-the-beaten-path ...... The side door has not been opened, but the door is ringing, Xu Wei put down the teacup, walked over and opened the door. There was a man standing outside, and he looked a little familiar, as if he had seen it somewhere. is about thirty, born with a dignified appearance, extraordinary spirit, wearing a gray straight jacket, and it is difficult to hide his heroic spirit.

"I've seen Xu Jingluo." The other party clenched his fists and bowed his head.

The news is very fast, I came out of the Preparation Division on the front foot, and you know that I was promoted to the pacification envoy of Jingluo? Who sent you? Zhang Shen? At this thought, he asked, "Who are you?" What are you doing here? ”

"I was ordered by Zhang Jingluo to invite the marshal to go out." The other party replied.

Xu Wei looked at him a few more times, and suddenly smiled: "Uncle Liu Xin!" ”

The man was stunned for a moment, and then smiled: "I didn't expect the marshal to remember his humble position." "This person is Liu Qi, who was also in this pavilion at the beginning, when Xu Wei and Zhang Shen were eating, Liu Guangshi and Liu Qi were both present, so they knew each other.

"Haha, you are also the son of Jiangmen, how can I not remember? By the way, where did Zhang Jingluo call me to? Xu Wei asked with a smile.

Liu Qi saw him lifting himself, and said again: "Zhang Jingluo held a banquet in a wine shop in the city, and specially invited Xu Jingluo to go to reminisce about the past. ”

Hmph, reminiscence? What old do I have with him? When the old man was alive, he probably had a little friendship. Now, people are going to tea and cool. When I was worried, the fourth brother led Hujie to Hedong, and I didn't see you Zhang Shen actively sending troops with his old feelings. Now that the disaster has come to the door, they want to ask me to catch up.

"Okay, you wait, I'll change my clothes and come." Xu Wei said, Liu Qi bowed again, and went downstairs first. He went back to the house, took off his official robe, changed into ordinary clothes, and then went out.

Fang stepped out of the threshold, and met Ma Kuo coming towards his room, seeing his appearance, he asked strangely, "Ziang just came back and went out again?" ”

Xu Weimei smiled, stepped forward and said in a low voice: "Sure enough, as Zichong brother expected, Zhang Shen came to the door." ”

Ma Kuo didn't see anything unusual, and chuckled: "Who else can he find besides you?" ”

"Haha, my brother is like a god, admire. I'll go meet him first and see what he has to say. Xu Wei said with a smile. After that, he arched his hand and walked away. Ma Kuo seemed to have something to say, and when he saw that the other party had something to do, he swallowed it back. As a result, Xu Wei suddenly turned back and said, "Brother, get ready, and go with me to see Li Xuanfu in the evening." ”

Ma Kuo was overjoyed and agreed: "This is very good, the virtuous brother is busy first." ”

Chang'an is the ancient capital of several dynasties, especially the Tang Dynasty. At that time, Chang'an City was the center of the whole world, not only the pride of China, but also attracted the admiration of people from foreign lands. But after the fall of the Tang Dynasty, the fate of Chang'an also went through ups and downs.

To the founding of the Song Dynasty, Chang'an was already "the people's savings, ten rooms and nine empty", and later Zhao Guangyi as the emperor, repeatedly used troops against the Xia State, resulting in "the people of Guanzhong, for several years, and there was a scientific service, the livestock production was exhausted, and the Lushe was empty", the degree of its decline can be seen. Later, the emperors of the Song Dynasty were good at management, and the Chang'an household registration increased greatly during the Song Dynasty, and the business gradually improved, until the emperor Zhao Ji ascended the throne, Chang'an City was already the premier metropolis in the northwest.

Li Gang has worked hard in the past few years to develop people's livelihood, Chang'an's economy has prospered, and all industries have prospered. Xu Wei walked in the city market, but saw a forest of shops, peddlers and pawns were busy, although not long ago was still under the threat of war, until now the displaced people outside the city have not completely dispersed, but in Chang'an City, there is no smell of panic. What should the people do, when the meal is approaching, in the restaurant and restaurant, the diners are like clouds, and the sound of fists and shouts can be heard on the street.

I have to admit that the Song Dynasty was quite good at engaging in the economy.

Liu Qi led Xu Wei to a place, hundreds of steps away, all of them were large brick houses, several zhang high, very large-scale, and the streets were spacious and clean. And, once you're here, you'll find that it's very different from anywhere else. Because the people who come and go here are all well-dressed, and they are either rich or noble. This kind of place, called "Goolan" in the Song Dynasty, is a fixed entertainment place in big cities. Whether you eat wine, eat tea, or watch a prostitute, Goulan can satisfy you.

Liu Qi led Xu Wei into the family, and although there were many guests on the lower floor, few people ate wine and food. Some well-dressed wanderers talked and laughed with the gorgeous woman, which was very lively. After looking at the railing on the second floor, many young women looked at the railing, pointing and smiling with their companions.

Obviously, this is really a "place of entertainment".

Xu Wei was calm and relaxed, and he didn't feel strange at all, and under the guidance of Liu Qi, he went straight to the second floor. He was handsome, and as soon as he came in, he was stared at, and several women looked at him for a while, whispering to each other, and laughing unabashedly. As he was climbing the stairs, there was a commotion from above, and the sound of cups and bowls falling to the ground could be heard, followed by several young women screaming and running down. Before anyone could figure out what was going on, I saw a woman coming down from the stairs with a disheveled man, scolding as she walked, which was very spicy.

When encountering this kind of person, those who are officials have to stand aside. Xu Wei and Liu Qi leaned on the railing to let them pass, and after Liu Qi apologized, he invited Xu Wei to a room in the corner of the second floor and opened the door.

Zhang Shen is also dressed in regular clothes, dressed like a wealthy businessman, but the military aura exuded from his body can't be hidden. After ordering Liu Qi to step back, he welcomed Xu Wei into the room, and laughed repeatedly: "They are all officials in Shaanxi, and they have always lost their closeness." Taking advantage of this opportunity, I specially invited Ziang to come and talk about it. ”

A table of banquets had been set up in the room, and four beautiful women were dressed in fancy clothes and sat beside them, and when they saw Xu Wei coming in, they all got up to greet each other.

"Hey, what did Zhang Jingluo say, you are the old department of your father, speaking of it, or Xu Jiu's senior, it is reasonable for me to ask Jingluo to be a minister." Xu Wei said politely.

Zhang Shen was overjoyed when he saw him so casually, and after he sat down, he hurriedly ordered: "Hurry up, pour wine for this minister, and serve him well!" ”

When those two beautiful girls saw that Xu was handsome, and what did they hear, how could they not be diligent? One poured wine for him, and the other served him vegetables, which was really a smile like a flower.

Zhang Shen was more attentive, got up and scooped up a spoonful of tofu and put it in the bowl in front of Xu Wei, and said: "Sichuan rice is specialized here, don't look at this dish made of tofu, but it has a different taste!" Taste it! ”

After eating a few mouthfuls of food, he wiped the corners of his mouth, picked up the wine glass and said, "Come on, Ziang, drink this cup full!" Congratulations on your victory! ”

Xu Wei said thank you, drank the wine, and the two fans filled the wine again, Zhang Shen continued: "The second cup, congratulations on your promotion, and your future is immeasurable!" ”

Xu Wei knew what he wanted to do, so he drank the wine steadily, and smiled secretly, I want to see how many reasons you can find to pour my wine.

"The third cup, I have to respect the old man from afar, if it wasn't for Ling Zun's support back then, how would I be today?" Zhang Shen said with a serious face.

Damn, you can really pull it. If my father knew that you were delaying and causing a big defeat in Fenzhou, he would have to slap you in the mouth! After three glasses of wine, he smacked his lips deeply, picked up a piece of smeared meat and ate it with relish, like a nobody. In addition to being courteous and persuasive, he also hugged the two fans next to him from time to time for fun.

Xu Wei was also stable, pretending to know nothing, and talking to the other party, bragging nonsense. It was not until the wine was half drunk, Zhang Shen saw that he seemed to be happy to drink, so he let the four fans go out, and instructed them to come with the rumor.

Xu Wei's heart is like a mirror, this can be regarded as the right topic.

"Ziang, I invite you to come today, first, to catch up with the old days. I was originally from Lingzun's command, and I am like brothers with you, and I should be inseparable from each other. Zhang Shen opened his head.

You're welcome, you should not distinguish between each other, and ambush me first, right? Xu Wei nodded frequently and said yes again and again.

"Two, there's something I want to ask my brother to help. It's just, hey, I'm ashamed to say it. Zhang Shen shook his head and made a move.

Seeing this, Xu Wei smiled and said, "Zhang Jing has something to say, you might as well say it directly, brother, I'll see if I can help." "You can't fill the conversation first, in case the material is bad, wouldn't you set yourself up?

When Zhang Shen heard this, he hurriedly said: "As long as Ziang Ken helps, it will be just a gesture for you." ”

"Oh, then please tell Zhang Jingluo to hear it?" Xu Wei picked up a chopstick dish and put it in his mouth, and asked while chewing.

Zhang Shen poured down a glass of wine from his neck, sighed heavily, and then said: "You also saw it at today's festival, He Shaobao reprimanded me with a strong voice!" Brother, you and I are both people with troops, but you are speaking fairly, the Jurchens are menacing, and they lined up in the field to fight against me, and I was defeated for a while, and retreated into the city to hold on, what is the sin? Worth it for him? ”

Xu Wei didn't even say "um" a few times, but he didn't answer.

"In fact, the generals in the hall at that time had a clear heart, He Guan did this, it was nothing more than to unify the six-way command! It is to seize the military power in his own hands! That Qu Shi Yin, how old is he? Before Li Xuanfu came, he couldn't rank at all on Shaanxi Sixth Road! Now grab a chicken feather as an arrow, and control it, phew! To tell the truth, unless it is two old breeds, no one else can think of suppressing the Six-Route Western Army! Don't look at him Qu Duan now looking majestic, but he is just acting as a thug for the two directors! ”

Zhang Shen seemed to be really angry, and complained without saying anything. Xu Wei thought that enough was said now, and it was time to get down to business, right? Unexpectedly, after the other party vented, he sighed again: "Alas, the tiger falls in Pingyang!" Thinking of me Zhang Shen, I also stepped into the army under the shadow of my father, and over the past few decades, I have fought nearly 100 battles and suffered more than a dozen wounds to get to where I am today. Unexpectedly, I was angry with the villain! ”

Xu Wei didn't even bother to say "um", just listened.

Zhang Shen glanced at him, and suddenly smiled: "Haha, drink a few more glasses, don't blame the brothers." Let's get down to business, get down to business. Speaking of this, he paused, and then continued, "That's the case, didn't He Shaobao ask me to hand over the three defense affairs of Fangzhou, Dunzhou, and Danzhou to Quduan?" Don't think I don't count in my heart, this is the beginning, sooner or later, he will have to take off my handsome black yarn. I wanted to refuse, but in the battle of Yan'an, my main force in Yanyan was heavily damaged, with heavy casualties, and now I really can't divide the troops. But let me hand over the defense to the surnamed Qu, I'm really unwilling! Rather than give it to him, I'd better give it to you! ”

When Xu Wei heard this, he was surprised, and waved his hand again and again: "After a little bit of justice, how can Xu Jiu be virtuous?" Although I was promoted to a handsome guard, I am only a junior in Shaanxi Sixth Road, how can I take over Zhang Jingluo's defense? Besides, it's not up to you and me to forget it. ”