Chengdu Mansion, Yizhou Governor's Office, is also the base camp of the Yongjun army at this moment, and the temporary political center. Since the beginning of the year, when the Yongjun army moved south and marched eastward into Qidi, this place has become Situ Lei's camp and power center.

However, Chengdu Mansion is indeed a fertile country of abundance, and Situ Lei, who was a little unwell a year ago, has improved a lot since he entered Chengdu Mansion. Of course, this is not only related to the environment of Chengdu Prefecture, but also to the successive victories of the Qi army in recent months.

However, since Zhao Jun moved, Situ Lei's good mood has completely disappeared. Since he knew that Zhao Xun defeated the Turkic army, and even split the Turkic tribes and began to gradually annex them, Situ Lei knew that the crisis on the northern front of the Zhao army was completely gone, so the next action of the Zhao army was very likely to be on him.

Sure enough, at the beginning of September, Situ Lei learned that the Zhao army began to gather troops in Bingzhou and Xiazhou, transporting and hoarding grain and grass to prepare for the conquest of the army. At that moment, Situ Lei understood that Zhao Xun's purpose was ultimately on himself. And the main attack place of the Zhao army, not surprisingly, is Liangzhou.

Although the land of Liangzhou does not have much status in Situ Lei's eyes, it can even be said that Liangzhou today does not have much benefit to himself. However, Liangzhou must not fall into the hands of Zhao Jun. His own Yongjun ruled the territory, east to Luoyang, west to Liangzhou, south to Jiaozhou, Ningzhou. Although this Liangzhou is not very watched, Liangzhou, especially the western part of Liangzhou, is located at the junction of Yizhou and Yongzhou, threatening the safety of Chang'an from the flank.

Since Bingzhou was captured by the Zhao army, the entire Yongzhou was under the pressure of the Zhao army. And the land ruled by the Yongjun army has now become a clover-shaped, of which Liangzhou is the westernmost petal. The old capital, Chang'an, is the center of clover. If Chang'an is conquered by the Zhao army, then the land of Yongzhou will be completely cut off from Yizhou, Ningzhou, Jiaozhou and half of Jiangzhou in the south. This means that in the north, he Situ Lei completely lost a qiē. And whether it is the current national capital Luoyang or the old capital Chang'an, they cannot be lost lightly. Especially his Situ Lei's title is King Yong, if Yongzhou is conquered by the Zhao army, he will become a laughing stock, which will represent the end of his Yongjun.

Therefore, Situ Lei contacted the enemy Western Regions states in the west of Liangzhou and prepared to join forces to resist the Zhao army. Even if it is to pay the western half of Liangzhou, it is okay. After all, when the situation is strong in the future, he can completely take it back. And if Liangzhou can't be kept, it is better to send it to the countries of the Western Regions than to be captured by the Zhao army. The best thing is to let the countries of the Western Regions and the Zhao army fully confront each other, and let them fight to the death.

In addition to arranging these, Situ Lei also began to prepare for the next succession of King Yong. What his sons are doing, how can he not know. In order to stabilize the place, he divided his sons into governors of various states, and of course, this is not the reason for looking at their abilities.

But Situ Lei is very aware of his physical condition, once he leaves, these sons who hold power in a state are afraid that they will not be so obedient. Therefore, he also sent his cronies to Liangzhou and Yongzhou to succeed his two sons as the new governors.

However, the recent news made Situ Lei anxious and angry. First of all, the defenders of Yanjufu on the first line of the Zhao army in the northern region of Liangzhou surrendered without a fight and took refuge in the Zhao army, allowing the Zhao army to open the opportunity to attack Liangzhou from the north. As soon as Yanju Mansion is lost, then Liangzhou will be completely divided into east and west, which means that even if Liangzhou reaches an alliance agreement with the Western Regions, the armies of the Western Regions will not be able to fight from the west of Liangzhou to the east of Liangzhou against the Zhao army.

Next, the three northwestern prefectures of Liangzhou were also taken over by Zhao Jun with the assistance of Xu Ye. What made Situ Lei feel even more cold was that Shanshan and Weiwei were wiped out by the Zhao army, and the Ganzhou Mansion and Suzhou Mansion were broken by the Zhao army of Yanju Prefecture, connecting the western prefectures and counties with the Xia Prefecture of the Zhao army.

At that moment, Situ Lei knew that his plan to ally the countries of the Western Regions had been completely shattered. With a steady stream of military and logistical support, Situ Lei believed that absolutely no country in the Western Regions would dare to provoke the western provinces of Liangzhou. Although he really wanted to tell the people of the Western Regions countries, Zhao Jun would never let them go because they didn't take the initiative to attack now. But he also knew that no matter what he said, these countries in the Western Regions that could not see actual benefits would definitely not take the initiative to attack.

Sure enough, not long after, Situ Lei learned that after the Zhao army pacified the Tulun Ministry that wanted to fight the Zhao army's idea of ruling the land, they handed over the liaison envoys sent by the Liangzhou army to the Zhao army, and were willing to live in peace with the Zhao army.

"A bunch of idiots! Since you invaded Liangzhou in the past, the Zhao army that occupied Liangzhou will not let you go! In the palace of Chengdu Mansion, Situ Lei could only scold to himself.

However, the matter has come to this point, and Situ Lei can only stop there. Immediately, he sent someone to inform Lin Shucheng, the governor of Liangzhou, that he should not take care of the prefectures and counties in the west of Liangzhou, and that he should stick to the eastern part of Liangzhou, and that he must not be captured by the Zhao army again.

It was also because of this that Situ Lei knew that he could no longer only care about going east, and only cared about competing with Murong Cheng for the southern land. Now, Zhao Jun is getting stronger and stronger, and the strength is so strong that he can't breathe. Coupled with his physical condition, he began to slow down the struggle for the south, and instead began to hold on to the place, preparing for his son to succeed him.

"Report ...... Lord Qiqi, there is an urgent report from Liangzhou! ”

"Liangzhou? Speak quickly! Hearing that it was an emergency military situation from Liangzhou, Situ Lei's heart suddenly jumped, and he asked repeatedly.

"Lord Wang, five days ago, Anding Mansion was conquered by the Zhao army, and now the Zhao army is approaching Tianshui."

"What? How can it be? Situ Lei suddenly trembled and exclaimed.

Lin Shiwen, who was on the side, also changed his face greatly, and asked urgently: "Didn't Zhao Jun have a stalemate with us in Lingzhou Mansion?" Why did you suddenly break through Lingzhou Mansion and contribute to Anding Mansion? ”

Anding Mansion is located in the southern part of Lingzhou Province, as well as in the east of Jingyang Province and Shangluo Province in the east of Chang'an. In other words, Anding Mansion is the junction of Liangzhou and Jingyang Mansion and Shangluo Mansion, the passage between Liangzhou and Yongzhou, and the flank of Chang'an. The loss of this Anding Mansion is equivalent to separating Liangzhou from Yongzhou. This is not only encircling Liangzhou, but also coercing Chang'an.

"Returning to the prince, my lord!" The messenger hurriedly said, "The stalemate between the Zhao army and our army in Lingzhou Mansion is only part of the military strength, and part of the Zhao army, taking advantage of the Lingzhou Mansion army to gather on the front line, bribe the officials in Lingzhou Mansion, pass through the southeast of Lingzhou Mansion, open the passage, and sneak attack the empty Anding Mansion. ”

"There are not many troops in Liangzhou, and Anding Mansion has always been on the flank of Chang'an, and tens of thousands of guards are also stationed in Jingyang Mansion. Therefore, when Lingzhou Mansion and the Zhao army were at war, the troops in the surrounding provinces were all transferred to the front line of Lingzhou Mansion, and there were not many defenders in Anding Mansion. But no one expected that Zhao Jun would cross the Lingzhou Mansion and go straight to Anding Mansion, only then was Zhao Jun sneak attacked and hit down. ”

Lin Shiwen was silent for a moment, he also knew about the situation in Liangzhou. Zhao Jun's move is clearly determined to take Liangzhou. At the same time, its harm is to faintly coerce Chang'an, so that its own army in Chang'an does not dare to leave lightly.

"It would be nice if the state was in the hands of our army!" At this moment, this thought suddenly appeared in Lin Shiwen's heart. Indeed, if the annexation of the state was still in his own hands, how could the Zhao army attack Liangzhou. If the state is in hand, what can the army of the Zhao army in Anding Mansion be counted as? It's a pity that this state has already been taken away by the Zhao army and has become a sharp sword on the head of Yongzhou.

"Ahem...... The order was given to let the Hanzhong army immediately disperse and enter Tianshui, and it was necessary to join forces with the garrisons of Jingyang Mansion and Shangluo Mansion to block the pace of the Zhao army. In addition, an order was sent to Lin Shucheng to ensure the connection between the eastern part of Liangzhou and Hanzhong and Chang'an. Situ Lei's face turned pale for a while, and he ordered in a loud voice.

Lin Shiwen nodded secretly, Tianshui is located in the south of Anding Mansion, north of Hanzhong, and east of Longxi Mansion. It is the last line connecting the eastern part of Liangzhou, Chang'an and Hanzhong. This place is not lost, but also to ensure the connection between Yongzhou and Yizhou, Liangzhou. In other words, as long as this place is still in hand, it will not fall to the last point.

After everyone left, Situ Lei coughed lightly a few times, and said to Lin Shiwen on the side: "Shiwen, Zhao Xun'er is on the verge of success!" Step back, step by step, step by step, step by step! Perhaps, at the beginning of the year, he should not have gone south to attack the Qi army, but counterattacked the Zhao army when the Zhao army was engaged in a battle with the Turkic army. ”

"Although it may also be defeated, it is better than letting Zhao Jun seek all the benefits. The Turkic army was so disappointing that I thought that even if they could not defeat the Zhao army, they would lose both with the Zhao army. As a result, let the Zhao army follow the hands of the Turks, defeated the Turkic army, Ming Hai divided the Turkic tribes, and made the Turkic tribes submit to his command. This king dares to guarantee that these Turkic tribes will gradually be suppressed by the Zhao army, and finally have to rely on the Zhao army to live. ”

"Not really! Although the Turkic tribes were divided, there were many ambitious ones. ”

Situ Lei shook his head and smiled bitterly, "That's true, if the other princes defeat the Turkic army, this king won't say that." However, this person is Zhao Xun, so that's another matter. This person is good at combining vertical and horizontal, and in addition to using strength, he is even better at using other means to suppress the enemy. ”

"Don't talk about it far away, let's just say that the coins that are in circulation in the world now are all Zhaodi coins. No matter how much we imitate it, it is not as delicate as the other person's coin, and it is so difficult to mint privately. Whether it is us, the Qi army, or the powerful clans everywhere, there is no way to mint exactly the same coin. Based on this alone, Zhao Xunxiaoer didn't know how much benefit he had gained from it. If it weren't for this, he would have dredged the river while conquering the south and the north, and his finances would have dried up long ago. ”

"And the law of bonds, which is all about borrowing. However, apart from the land of Zhao, other regions, other princes, their imitation of Zhao Jun's bonds, who is willing to buy them? But in Zhaodi, there are many buyers. ”

Unconsciously, Zhao Xun has controlled the unified issuance of the world's currency. From it, he can create incalculable impact and benefits. After hearing that the Turkic tribes had surrendered to Zhao Xun, he asked the merchants of Zhao to bring all kinds of exquisite goods into the Turkic tribes to sell, and at the same time buy the other party's livestock, war horses, furs, tendons and other things. It seems to be for the good of the other party, but in a few years, the livestock obtained by the Zhao army can make the people cultivate more easily, and the war horses, furs and tendons can become the weapons and equipment of the Zhao army. ”

"But what about the Turkic tribes? They were all attracted by the exquisite items of the merchants of Zhao Di. Before they know it, they begin to fall in love with a life of luxury. The merchants of Zhao gradually controlled the trade of the Turkic tribes, and Shiwen changed from thrift to luxury, and from luxury to thrift. You should know the deep meaning of it. ”

Lin Shiwen is also a smart person, and when Situ Lei said this, he immediately understood the deep meaning, and couldn't help but be stunned, "Zhao Xun, it's really so powerful!" ”

"What? Scared? However, Zhao Xun Xiaoer is indeed very powerful. At the beginning, he was just a small prince, and he was stunned to let him develop and grow while I was fighting with Murong Cheng. Now that I think about it, I really regret that I didn't get rid of it earlier. As he spoke, Situ Lei's face was full of chagrin.

"Shiwen, look at these sons of mine, which one can be King Yong?" Situ Lei suddenly asked.

Lin Shiwen was slightly stunned and said: "Several sons, each of them is the pride of the sky and the dragon among people. As for who can take over the great cause of the prince, his subordinates cannot make a judgment. ”

Situ Lei knew that a smart person like Lin Shiwen would not stand out above this kind of thing, so he said in a deep voice: "Shiwen, this king is about to come to an end, and this king hopes that you can support my useless son and govern the Yongwang family." ”

Lin Shiwen hurriedly said: "The subordinates are originally a cloth cloth, and they can have today's place, all of which are valued by the prince." No matter what, the subordinates will do their best to support the new lord. ”

"Okay, give orders to Yongzhou and Liangzhou, and let those two bastards come to Chengdu Mansion. This king doesn't want us to have internal chaos at this time. ”

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"It's November, winter is coming!" In Youzhou City, Zhao Xun looked at all the officials wearing winter clothes, and couldn't help but say, "Time flies so fast, it's the end of another year." ”

"Pei Yi, Lu Ziliang, winter is coming, we must be prepared. Although it has never snowed now, our army is in the north, especially in Liaozhou and Dingzhou. These two places are probably starting to freeze, so we can't afford to let anything happen above them. Your chief secretary must supervise and urge local governments to check for any possibility of accidents. ”

Pei Yi and Lu Ziliang responded in a deep voice: "Your Majesty understands! ”

"Also, the land of Liangzhou also needs attention." Zhao Xun continued, "Although this is a place newly incorporated into the rule of our army, it is our land after all. Whether it's a Han or a foreigner. As long as they are willing to submit to the jurisdiction of our army, they must settle down properly. We can't give opportunities to those who have ideas. The Chief Secretary of Administration sent people to transport some materials needed for the winter in the western provinces of Liangzhou, so that the people here can also return to their hearts. ”

Pei Yi said: "Don't worry, as early as the beginning of the operation, the lord has already instructed us to prepare for winter. Now, whether it is for the soldiers or the people, we have hoarded a lot of supplies. Many of them are in reserve in Xiazhou and can be transported at any time. In addition, our caravan in Zhao also bought a lot of furs from the Turkic tribes, which is also a good thing for winter heating, enough for people from poor families to survive the winter. ”

Lu Ziliang said: "My lord, since our army joined the army, the countries of the Western Regions have expressed their willingness to live in peace with us, and sent the envoys sent by the Liangzhou army to Dunhuang City. Lord Wei asked, how to respond? ”

Zhao Xun sneered: "Peaceful coexistence? They are also worthy of talking about the word? In the past, Dayan was weak, and when the Central Plains was in dispute, they began to ravage the border of Liangzhou and plague the people of Liangzhou. Now that he saw that I was too strong to resist, he began to bow his head. That's as easy as that! However, now that winter is approaching, it is not the time for war. Isn't there a caravan coming and going, let them keep our caravan safe, then let's live in peace. ”

Situ Liang said with a smile: "The lord is going to let our fine work mix in the caravan and check the internal situation of several countries." ”

"That's right!" Zhao Xun nodded and said, "Although the countries of the Western Regions are not very powerful, we don't know much about the situation there. Wait until we get the details into account, and then we can get these bastards to bow down at the least cost. ”

Liangzhou, Dunhuang City, government office. The civil and military officials of all prefectures and counties gathered together.

"Ladies and gentlemen, you are all civil and military officials in the western provinces and counties of Liangzhou, most of them are from Youzhou, and you are very clear about the situation of my Zhao Jun's governance of the place, and the remaining local officials should also know about it."

"The meaning of the lord is very simple, the people are the main, and the people are the most important. Winter is coming, and all the prefectures and counties in the territory have just experienced the war. However, this official does not want any mistakes under your rule, especially because of his own laziness. Otherwise, there is no need to appease the envoy to investigate you, and you will apologize with death. Wei Zilin, the governor of Liangzhou, said in a deep voice.

Although Zhao Jun did not take the entire Liangzhou, Zhao Xun still unceremoniously regarded Liangzhou as his own. went directly, with Wei Zilin as the highest political governor of Liangzhou and the governor of Liangzhou. and Xu Ye is the governor of Liangzhou, in charge of the Liangzhou government soldiers and county soldiers. Of course, at this moment, he is still under the command of Li Chenfeng, the general of the town army.

"Local governments should be prepared for the winter of the people in their territories, especially at this moment, and do not let others take advantage of them. The war has just ended, and the people's hearts are unstable, and your every move is the most important thing. ”

"However, you don't need to worry too much, now a large number of supplies are being transported from Xiazhou to this place, as long as you are not lazy, it is not a problem. Whether you can continue to sit here, whether you can go further, depends on your appearance. ”

"In order to prevent accidents from happening, county soldiers and government soldiers in various places have made emergency preparations and sent additional patrol guards everywhere. If something is difficult to solve, you can always ask the officer for help. ”