Linyu Palace was used again and became the logistics center of the Sui army, and 150,000 stone grain transported from Youzhou was hoarded in the palace, as well as a large number of tents, ordnance, fire oil and other military materials.

In this battle of Liaodong, the support of the imperial court was not mobilized, mainly because the various military materials and food hoarded by Shanggu County in preparation for the war in Hebei were far from being used up, and Yang Xuanjiao, the Taishou of Hejian County, and Wen Yanbo, the Taishou of Zhuo County, mobilized 100,000 people to transport materials and effectively supported the campaign against Liaodong.

There were 10,000 garrisons in Linyu Palace, and these 10,000 troops were not the 50,000 troops who attacked Liaodong, but the 10,000 troops who were re-transferred from Hejian, and their task was to protect the logistics and prevent the Goryeo army from attacking the Sui army's rear route by sea.

Nearly five days after the Battle of Linyu Pass, Luo Shixin had led the army to the north, but Yang Yuanqing did not follow the army north, but stayed in Linyu Palace, as a spectator to watch the development of the battle in Liaodong.

Xuanying Hall of Linyu Palace, which was once the inner hall where Yang Guang convened important ministers to discuss military affairs, was temporarily set up as Yang Yuanqing's office at this time.

All the items that can be removed in the hall have disappeared, the once magnificent palace is only an empty shell, even the bricks on the ground have been pried away, the hall is full of weeds, but at this time the weeds have been cleaned up, the soldiers have set up several big tents in the hall, separated four or five rooms, Yang Yuanqing's military tent is located in the middle.

At this time, in Yang Yuanqing's military tent, a huge sand table was placed, three zhang long and two zhang wide, spliced by four sand tables, including the entire northern region, Hebei, Hedong, Central Plains, Guannei, and Guanzhong.

As a superior, of course, he can't just focus on the Liaodong region, although he is actually here to pay attention to the Liaodong war situation under the pretext of inspecting the shipyard, but once the Liaodong war situation starts, he has to consider the movements of other forces.

In the opening of the Liaodong Campaign, he also believed that all the forces were paying attention to the Sui army, and some were just concerned. But some will be ready to move.

Dou Jiande has just arrived in Qingzhou, and for him, the most important thing now is to consolidate the territory and stabilize the people's hearts. Gather the morale of the army, and believe that at this time, Dou Jiande would rather develop south than cross the Yellow River.

Li Mi had moved the capital to Chenliu at the beginning of the month, with Liang County as the center, to establish his Central Plains Empire, and when he had just moved the capital, everything was waiting for him.

More importantly. He had already renamed the Wagang Army to the Wei Army, which was a huge change that far surpassed his move of the capital, and he had already taken the most crucial step of de-Wagangization.

And this step must be dangerous and abnormal, a little carelessness will cause internal strife in Li Mi's army, presumably Li Mi also knows this, in this case, he will never consider attacking Hebei.

followed by Wang Shichong. It is said that he gathered many soldiers who had fled from Yu Wenhua and there, and after losing 20,000 in the bloody battle of Tiger Prison Pass, the army expanded again to 70,000. They are all the elite troops of the original Sui Dynasty, and they occupy Luokou City, and with food as a basis, their strength should not be underestimated.

However, Wang Shichong is now preparing to ascend the throne, his mind is on this, he should have no time to look north, in fact, Wang Shichong does not have the heart of Beitu, his real opponent and enemy is Li Mi, although they have ceased war and reconciled, but this reconciliation is not binding.

Yang Yuanqing, the three major forces in the Central Plains, was not very worried. He was worried about Li Yuan in Chang'an, and he was not worried that Li Yuan would attack the six counties in Guannei, or Hedong, and the powerful civilian forces led by Li Jiancheng in the Tang Dynasty would abide by the reconciliation agreement and stop the military's adventure.

What he feared was that Li Yuan would take advantage of the Liaodong Campaign to continue to expand eastward. Of course, there is a premise in this, that is, the Liaodong campaign cannot be expanded, it must be controlled within a range that can be quickly resolved, once the war expands and the whole of Goryeo is involved, then the situation will become extremely complicated, and it is very likely that the Sui army will fall into this quagmire.

This is a risky move, which is also the reason why Yang Yuanqing personally came to Liaodong to watch the battle, militarily, he is completely at ease with Luo Shixin, but politically, Luo Shixin is still a little tender, it is difficult for him to grasp this degree, a little careless, will expand the war.

In fact, the war situation in Liaodong is already developing in a dangerous direction, Gao Kaidao has surrendered to Goryeo, how can Goryeo give up this piece of fat meat in Liaodong easily?

Facts also proved his guess, this morning, Liu Zhengpei, the head of the Yan King of Gao Kaidao, fled from Liucheng County to Linyu Pass, and revealed to them the news that Gao Kaidao had reached an agreement with Gao Li's envoy Gai Suwen in Liaoyuan Town to send troops, and Goryeo would send 30,000 troops across Liaoshui to participate in the battle.

The battle of Liaodong has become a tightrope, and if you are not careful, the Fourth Goryeo War will break out, but it was the Sui army that attacked Goryeo, and now it is the other way around, Goryeo attacks the Sui Dynasty.

Yang Yuanqing was also deeply worried, he was not afraid of a war with Goryeo, but now was not the time for a full-scale war with Goryeo, he was surrounded by enemies, and a war broke out with Goryeo, only a third party would seize the opportunity.

Yang Yuanqing knew this very well, so long before attacking Youzhou, he considered the possibility of a war with Goryeo, and he had already taken precautions, as long as he handled it properly, he could completely avoid the battle of Liaodong from becoming a quagmire in Liaodong.

Just as Yang Yuanqing lowered his head and pondered, a personal soldier rushed in and reported in a loud voice: "Chief Qiqi, Linyu Pass has sent an urgent eagle letter." ”

The soldiers held up a tube of eagle letters, which were red letters, representing 100,000 urgency, Yang Yuanqing took the letter box, shook out a roll of paper from it, and opened it on the table to examine it carefully.

This was actually the scout captain Xiao Yannian sent information from Liaoshui, and the prime minister of Goryeo, Yuan Taizuo, personally led an army of 50,000 to cross Liaoshui and march westward.

This news surprised Yang Yuanqing secretly, and Yuan Taizuo personally led the army to come, which was a sign that the situation was dangerous.

Yuan Taizuo is the minister of power in Goryeo, holding the military and political power of Goryeo, and he personally led the army to come here as his identity, so his goal will not be as simple as a Liaodong, and the measure of the prime minister is not something that a Liaodong can fill.

They will inevitably kill Linyu Pass, Beiping County, and Youzhou, at this time, Yang Yuanqing's heart is full of worries, will Luo Shixin be Yuan Taizuo's opponent? Whether they can fulfill their trust.

Thinking of this, Yang Yuanqing resolutely made up his mind, in this important battle, he Yang Yuanqing could not be a spectator, he would go to fight against Yuan Taizuo in person.

"Quickly order Deng Taishou and General Dong to come to see me!"

In a moment, Deng Hao, the Taishou of Beiping County, and Dong Xi, the general of Beiping County, hurried over, Deng Hao was the Taishou of Beiping County of the Sui Dynasty, and was dismissed by Luo Yi because he was dissatisfied with Luo Yi as the governor of Youzhou, and he had been living in Zhuo County, after Luo Yi was defeated. Wen Yanbo recommended him to Yang Yuanqing as the Taishou of Beiping County.

He was an incorruptible and experienced official who was well respected in Peiping County, and it was his efforts that enabled the economy of Peiping County to recover rapidly. And Liu Zigui, who was originally going to be transferred to the Taishou of Beiping County, was reappointed as the Taishou of Yuyang County.

"See His Royal Highness the King of Chu!" Deng Hao entered the tent and gave a deep salute, he was the logistics governor of this Liaodong battle.

At this time, Dong Xi also came in, he was responsible for leading the army to guard the Linyu Palace, he stepped forward and knelt down on one knee, "See the chief!" ”

Yang Yuanqing waved his hand and said, "Don't be polite, I'll ask you two to come in." There are important things to tell. ”

The two stood solemnly, waiting for Yang Yuanqing's orders, Yang Yuanqing muttered and said: "I just received information from the front, Goryeo Prime Minister Yuan Taizuo personally led 50,000 troops across the Liaoshui and marched towards Liaoxi, the situation is a bit serious, I can't leave it out of the way, I want to rush to the front immediately." Linyu Palace will be handed over to the two of you to be in charge, Deng Taishou is in charge of management, and General Dong is in charge of defense. Both of you have your own responsibilities. ”

The two saluted together, "Obey Your Highness's orders!" ”……

War horses galloping, Yang Yuanqing under the escort of five hundred personal cavalry, galloping all the way to the south, at noon the next day, the cavalry team rushed to the shipyard at the mouth of the water, and the Lang General Yu Zhenwu, who was patrolling in front of the gate, heard that the chief was coming again, and he was so frightened that he hurriedly went out to greet him again, "Humble Yu Zhenwu see the chief manager!" ”

Yang Yuanqing pointed his whip at him and asked sharply, "Has General Niu Jinda left?" ”

"Not yet. I heard that I will leave in the afternoon! ”

Yang Yuanqing's heart suddenly relaxed, and he waved his hand to Yu Zhenwu, "Take me to find General Niu quickly!" ”

"Obey!"

Yu Zhenwu turned over and took Yang Yuanqing to the shipyard.

At this time, the shipyard was already boiling with men and horses, and 20,000 troops gathered in the vast wilderness by the sea, lined up neatly. Waiting to get on board, of the 20,000 troops, there were 5,000 spear infantry, 10,000 cavalry, 2,000 crossbowmen and 3,000 heavy infantry.

The main general of the 20,000 army is Niu Jinda, Cheng Yanjin is the deputy general, there are 100 warships moored at the mouth of the river, which are controlled by 6,000 sailors, the ship's mast is like a forest, the sail is like a cloud, stretching for more than ten miles.

Niu Jinda was organizing soldiers to board the ship, when he suddenly heard someone shouting to him, "General Niu! Where is General Niu? ”

Niu Jinda heard that this was Yu Zhenwu's voice, and hurriedly squeezed out of the ranks of soldiers, "General Yu, what are you looking for me?" ”

Yu Zhenwu pointed behind him and said hurriedly: "The manager is here, I have something urgent to find you." ”

Niu Jinda saw Yang Yuanqing dozens of steps away at a glance, startled him, and hurriedly ran up and knelt down on one knee to salute, "The last general Niu Jinda will see the manager!" ”

Yang Yuanqing hurriedly helped him up, and said with a smile: "I plan to adjust your task, can you accept it?" ”

"The commander's order, the last general dares to disobey?" Although he said this, Niu Jinda was very worried in his heart, what order did the manager want to give to himself, not to look at the warehouse!

"Good!"

Yang Yuanqing smiled and nodded, "I reappoint you as Deputy General Luo Shixin, and immediately go to Liucheng County to assist General Luo against Gao Kaidao." ”

Niu Jinda was stunned, "The last general obeys the order, but what about the fleet?" Will General Cheng be held responsible? ”

"Nope! He can't be in charge alone, I'll be in charge. ”……

Two hours later, 20,000 soldiers and war horses boarded a hundred big ships, Yang Yuanqing boarded the main ship, this is the last trial of the giant ship, named 'Long Yin', by the Zhang brothers personally helmed, at this time, the sails have been hung, the cable has been untied, Zhang Long shouted at the bow of the ship, "Set sail!" ”

'When! While! While! The bell rang, the sails were agitated, the big ship slowly set sail, sailing towards the distant sea, and the ships behind also set sail, one after another, a hundred large ships full of 20,000 Sui soldiers, with the strong southeast wind, sailed to the Liaodong Bay in the north.