Chapter 180: The General Trend of the World
After Wang Xu made up his mind to collect his troops and return to Lingling, everyone retreated with interest, leaving all their time to Xu Shu. In the huge tent of the Chinese army, only Wang Xu and Xu Shu were left in the blink of an eye.
And as the generals left, Xu Shu finally couldn't help the thoughts in her heart, and threw herself into Wang Xu's arms, her eyes full of tears: "Husband, I miss you so much!" ”
Feeling Xu Shu's affection, Wang Xu also smiled gently, grabbed Xu Shu's slender waist, patted and comforted: "Wife, I miss you too!" ”
Hearing this, Xu Shu suddenly felt sour in her heart, and couldn't help pinching Wang Xu fiercely: "Hmph! If you mess with flowers and grass outside, how can you remember me, I'm afraid I would have been thrown out of the clouds a long time ago! ”
"Shhh...... Tap, it hurts! Wang Xu, who was pinched, hurriedly rubbed the soft flesh on his waist and wanted to refute it, but he didn't know what to say, after all, he was still very guilty in his heart.
"Forget it! I won't worry about this with you yet, and I'll clean you up when I get back. Saying that, Xu Shuli glanced at Wang Xu with rain, wiped her tears, and slowly left Wang Xu's arms. After a moment of contemplation, he said solemnly: "Husband, since you are back now, I will tell you a lot of things!" ”
"Oh?" Seeing that Xu Shu actually took the initiative to mention the matter, Wang Xu was also very surprised in his heart, and immediately continued: "Say it!" What happened? ”
"First of all, you have to thank your two good brothers, Zhou Zhi and Zhang Jing. The eunuch's family was not easy to come forward, and they had to take the initiative to contact them at any cost. At the beginning, he suffered a lot of difficulties in front of the eunuchs, and he was very aggrieved, although the two didn't say it, but everyone actually saw it. ”
"Hmmm! I see. He nodded movingly, but Wang Xu didn't say much. Sometimes the feelings between brothers are just kept in mind.
Xu Shu smiled slightly, knowing that Wang Xu understood in his heart, so he didn't say much about it, and continued: "Second, I have established an intelligence organization for you, called Spy Shadow!" I'll hand it all over to you in two days! ”
Hearing this, Wang Xu was immediately shocked: "Intelligence organization? Where do you get the money and people? ”
"Huh!" Seeing Wang Xu's surprised look, Xu Shu suddenly laughed proudly: "Money, of course it was your father and second brother Wang Feifei." The people are some heroes and more intelligent people who are attracted by the fame of the Wang family and you, and there are also Yellow Turban intelligence officers who escaped the search and arrest back then, which Guan Hai and Yang Feng found a way to dig up. However, at the beginning, there were not many people, only more than thirty, but Su zhì was very good. Moreover, the development in the past two years has also been very rapid, and now there are more than 700 people in total, but most of these people are not high, and they cannot find useful information. ”
"Hiss......" As Xu Shu's words fell, Wang Xu suddenly gasped and said in disbelief: "My father will agree to you establishing this kind of thing?" ”
"How is that possible?" Glancing at Wang Xu, Xu Shu shook his head and said: "He just gave money, but he didn't know what I was going to do, and the second brother also moved some from home, but the initial capital is still not very much." ”
"Then how can you still make it so prosperous that it is beginning to take shape?"
"You're stupid, won't money be used to find money? At present, almost all of our bases are all kinds of shops or inns, and now we have no intelligence targets, just passing some news along the way, and we don't spend much money at all, and almost all the money we earn is used for development and expansion. Saying that, Xu Shu paused, frowned and thought for a moment before continuing: "My goal is just to let these strongholds be established first, and gradually form a network, and then start another one when the world is in chaos, and I am also secretly cultivating real core intelligence personnel." ”
Hearing this, Wang Xu couldn't hold back the excitement in his heart anymore, and hugged Xu Shu and kissed him: "Wife, you are really amazing." ”
In fact, he has long been thinking about the establishment of an intelligence network, and he has established an intelligence system one step ahead of everyone else, and as long as it is operated properly, it will always be ahead of others. Like the kind of thing in history that Cao Cao was already preparing to send troops, but Xuzhou delayed it for half a month to get the information, he absolutely did not want it to happen. How many blends can be made in a month? Perhaps the key to the victory or defeat of a war lies in this month's preparations.
"Oops!" Xu Shu, who was suddenly attacked, suddenly screamed, then wiped her face, and said coquettishly: "You general is too rogue, this is the big tent of the Chinese army!" ”
Wang Xu: "Hey, hey! He laughed twice, and didn't talk to her about it, and after thinking about it, he asked casually: "What about the war in the northwest?" ”
"Messy!" Hearing Wang Xu's words, Xu Shu spit out a word without hesitation.
Then he shook his head with embarrassment, and slowly narrated: "Husband, don't you know that the current situation in Liangzhou is really quite chaotic. Perhaps it was our arrival that finally caused the butterfly effect, and the development of the Northwest was completely unexpected. Not long after you traveled, Yang Yong was killed. The successor Song Xiao, that is, the assassin who wanted to use etiquette to influence the traitor, was also quickly withdrawn, and Geng Contempt, who took office after that, died after only two months. Especially after Hanyang Taishou Gaixun was transferred to Luoyang, the situation was out of control. Beigong Boyu and Li Wenhou broke with Han Sui Bianzhang, but they were not killed, but occupied the two counties of Dunhuang and Zhangye, and united with the Qiang tribes of Zhangye Juyan to form the largest force in the northwest. ”
And Han Sui and Bian Zhang also separated, and Han Sui occupied the relatively rich Jincheng County and the northern part of Longxi County, Heguan, Caohan, and Baishi, and his power was also very strong. Bian Zhang was more miserable, only got one county in Wuwei, and was sandwiched in the middle of Liangzhou. Fortunately, although Han Sui separated from him, the relationship between the two still seemed to be good and they formed an alliance. In addition, Song Jian, the clown who jumped off the beam, was really a country as in history, but the location changed slightly, because the area of Heguan and Caohan was taken by Han Sui, so he only occupied most of the southern part of Longxi County. But this does not mean that his power is weak, this person doesn't know what method to use, and he has also recruited several leaders of the Xiqiang tribe to be ministers, and the power is considered to be in the middle reach, and he is currently at war with Han Sui, wanting to regain the control of the three counties in the north of Longxi County. ”
After saying so much in one breath, Xu Shu couldn't help but stop and take a breath. But Wang Xu listened to it energetically, and couldn't help urging: "What else?" What about Marten? Haven't you reversed yet? I remember that there was not another kingdom in Liangzhou in history? Why didn't you hear him show his face? ”
"Don't worry!" As he spoke, Xu Shu picked up the kettle on the handsome case and took a sip, and then continued: "It's already reversed!" Ma Teng, at the instigation of his eldest son Ma Yi, rebelled as early as when Geng Yi died. Moreover, it is now the second largest force in Liangzhou after Beigong Boyu, occupying the two counties of Hanyang and Anding, as well as the three southern counties of Beidi County. And according to the battle report that came, their economic strength and soldier combat power are top-notch, but it is a pity that it is located in the easternmost part of Liangzhou, not only to be vigilant against the Liangzhou heroes, but also to directly face the imperial army, so the situation is very difficult. As for the kingdom, he was confined to a large area in the northern part of the Northern Land County, and united the two small tribes of the Southern Xiongnu, and the power was not strong. But because he is very good at fighting, he can speak well in Xiliang. In addition to these, there are some small forces in the gap between the major forces, and at present, these major forces are fighting with each other openly and secretly, that is, they are vying to subdue them. ”
Hearing this, Wang Xu finally couldn't help the surprise in his heart, and opened his mouth wide and said, "In this way, hasn't Liangzhou all fallen?" ”
Hearing this, Xu Shu glanced at Wang Xu narrowly, shook her head slowly, and said, "You are wrong about this!" There is also a county that is not in the hands of the Liangzhou heroes. ”
"Huh? Where is it? How did I not know that there is another county in Liangzhou? Wang Xu said suspiciously.
"Huh! Have you forgotten that the current Wudu County also belongs to Liangzhou? ”
Wang Xu suddenly nodded: "Oh! Yes, I remember that Wudu County was Cao Cao's capture of Hanzhong and the fourteenth state in the world, and Yongzhou was only separated from Liangzhou when Yongzhou was obtained, and later it was obtained by Liu Bei and belonged to Yizhou! ”
After speaking, he couldn't help but smile bitterly and shook his head: "Is it necessary to include this?" The meaningful land in Liangzhou was basically divided. But then he couldn't help but wonder in his heart, and said strangely: "But according to what you said, since the Liangzhou Qunxiong has been divided and divided, the imperial court should be able to calm down soon, why is it becoming more and more chaotic?" ”
"It's not that there is no movement, but it can't be beaten!" Hearing Wang Xu's words, Xu Shu suddenly shook his head and said: "Huangfu Song was framed, and after removing Zhang Wen, the city secretary, to lead the army, he couldn't beat it at all." Zhou Shen, Tao Qian, Dong Zhuo, Sun Jian, Fu Xie and many others have shown their faces in the past, but they all failed without exception! Don't look at the fierce fights between the heroes of Liangzhou, but once the imperial court sends troops, it will be twisted into a rope, which is quite strong! In particular, Ma Teng, the easternmost part of Liangzhou, did not give the imperial court any chance at all, but repeatedly invaded. It seems that he has a very good intention of attacking Si Li and taking Chang'an. Zhang Wen's famous 'peacemaker' can defend the western part of Sili and prevent Ma Teng from coming over is already blessed by the gods and Buddhas, how can he still have the ability to quell the chaos? Those who are a little far-sighted have left that ghost place, don't you think Tao Qian and Sun Jian will find a way to transfer back to Luoyang to be the Lang? ”
Hearing Xu Shu's humorous ridicule, Wang Xu couldn't help but smile. "Zhang Wen's knowledge is extraordinary, and his heart is good, but it's a pity that he is indeed a little cowardly in leading the troops! I think if Sun Jian is completely allowed to command the army, it is estimated that it will be possible! ”
"Not necessarily." As soon as she finished speaking, Xu Shu immediately shook her head and retorted. Immediately, without waiting for Wang Xu to talk, he continued: "Actually, I talked about this issue when I met Sun Jian some time ago. According to Sun Jian's own statement, unless the group of people who broke the Yellow Turban back then were reorganized, it would be useless to transfer more soldiers. For example, you, Cao Cao, Huangfu Song, Zhu Jun, etc., are all gathered! ”
"No, it won't! Is it so scary? Sun Jian is probably humble! Hearing this, Wang Xu suddenly shook his head in disbelief.
"Really, what am I lying to you for, this is not polite, Sun Jian was very solemn at that time, and he also talked about the situation in the northwest." Saying that, Xu Shu recalled it slightly, and then quickly continued: "According to what Sun Jian said, the cavalry of Liangzhou is quite powerful, more than two layers stronger than the cavalry of the Central Army. The speed is fast, the bow horse is skillful, the melee combat is all good, and the courage is extraordinary! Moreover, they are familiar with the terrain, bear hardships and stand hard work, can rush on the horse, can kill when dismounting, and are led by the Xiliang group of heroes who can fight well, and their combat power is very strong. ”
"This ......" Wang Xu also knew that the Xiliang soldiers were very strong, but he never expected them to be strong enough to be so strong. He is very clear about the combat power of the central army of the imperial court, and he also understands Sun Jian's character. In such a comparison, he was also a little shocked.
After pondering for a long time, he shook his head and sighed: "Forget it, don't talk about this." I can't take care of that file in Liangzhou, I finally got the territory now, and the shape is developing so fast, I want to take down the four counties of Jingnan as soon as possible! ”
"Husband, do you want to start a business in Jingnan?" Xu Shu was suddenly surprised.
"Of course, the situation waits for no one now, and I don't have time to spend it any longer. We must find ways to obtain the eight counties of Jingzhou. With Jingzhou's resources, as long as it is well governed, it is simply easy to raise 100,000 soldiers, whether it is Jiangdong to rob the Sun family or Yizhou to seize Liu Bei, I have the final say? Moreover, Jingzhou is the key point of the entire Three Kingdoms, and I choked it in advance, and history is in my hands. Taking advantage of the time when the heroes are vying for hegemony in the Central Plains, who can compete with me if I take the south with lightning speed, kill Ben Sili and Yanzhou, and who are still fighting in the north? I won't be like Liu Biao, holding 100,000 male soldiers and letting Liu Zhang enjoy himself in Yizhou, and watching Sun Ce take Jiangdong without interference. ”