"The general can obviously kill the brocade thief, but why is his subordinates merciful?" Jiang Zheng, who followed from behind, asked puzzledly.

Xu Han slowed down his horse speed and said lightly: "Thousands of troops are easy to obtain, but one will be hard to find, when the world is falling apart, how can Ben be willing to kill." ”

Hearing this, Jiang Zhengfang suddenly realized that Xu Han's various actions were actually to ambush this Tang Mo.

After a moment of trance, Jiang Zheng said again: "That Tang Mo is brave and martial, but he is also a talent, but why didn't the general take him down and persuade him to surrender, but instead let him go and gave him food, if he refuses to come back to us, it will be a big loss." ”

Xu Han does not play cards according to common sense everywhere, and it is normal for Jiang Zheng to have doubts.

"Jiang Zheng, didn't you listen to Uncle Ji, this Tang chivalrous guest has clear grievances, whoever treats him politely, he will desperately repay each other, just 20,000 grains, in exchange for a loyal master, what other deal is more cost-effective."

Xu Han said slowly, and said his intentions.

The confusion in Jiang Zheng's heart was easily solved, and he couldn't help but be impressed by Xu Han's deep insight into people's hearts, and couldn't help but show admiration on his face.

It's just that he still has a trace of doubt, and he can't help but say: "Having said that, the last general still feels that something is wrong, in case that Tang Mo takes the grain but does not come to Shun, what should the general do at that time?" ”

"Don't worry, he'll come."

Xu Han said confidently, the horse sped up, and galloped happily on this avenue.

Jiang Zheng frowned, and there was still a little suspicion on his face.

。。。。

Two days later, Qianyang.

Taishou Fuzhong, the smell of wine is fragrant.

In the lobby, all the good wine and food have been put on the case, except for Man Li, who went out to inspect the tax revenue of the counties, Ling Zirui, Jiang Zheng and others were all present.

It's just that the smell of wine has hooked these people into gluttony, but they can only stare and swallow saliva, and no one dares to move chopsticks.

Because Xu Han on the main seat has no intention of eating.

Jiang Zheng glanced at the sun outside, and couldn't help but say, "General, it's past noon now, I don't think Tang Mo will come." ”

"The wine is not cold yet, what is the hurry."

Xu Han on the main seat replied casually, holding a book in his hand, and was reading it with relish.

Jiang Zheng and Ling Zirui glanced at each other, and they all shook their heads secretly, their expressions revealing disbelief.

In the blink of an eye, there was another stick of incense, and everyone in the banquet was so hungry that their stomachs were growling, but Xu Han was still indifferent, with the intention of letting them go hungry without waiting for Tang Mo.

At this moment, the sergeant came to report that it was a man named Tang Mo, who came to the door single-handedly to ask for a meeting.

Hearing the news, everyone present was stunned.

"This Tang Mo is really here......"

Jiang Zheng's face was even more surprised, and he looked at Xu Han with an unbelievable look.

Xu Han also secretly breathed a sigh of relief in his heart, but his face was calm, and he only waved his hand and said, "Hurry up and invite Tang Mo in." ”

Xu Han's self-confidence comes from this troubled world.

A chivalrous man like Tang Mo is by no means a long-term solution, after all, he wants to take refuge in a force, he has shown him an extraordinary bearing and extraordinary strength, he can obviously put him to death but he doesn't do it, and he also sends 20,000 grains to each other, all kinds of things, how can Tang Mo not be convinced.

In the surprised eyes of everyone, Xu Han got up and went down the stairs and walked out of the hall.

At this time, Tang Mo was coming alone, Xu Han smiled and said: "Tang Mo, the good wine of this general has been boiled for a long time, but you are too late for Shanshan." ”

Tang Mo saw Xu Han, so he hurriedly walked a few steps forward and bowed his hand.

Tang Mo is a rough man and is not good at expressing himself, but this worship shows his submissive heart.

Xu Han was very pleased, stretched out his hand to help Tang Mo up, laughed and led him in.

The main minister sat down, and before Xu Han could speak, Tang Mo first took the wine and saluted Xu Han.

"The general's bearing is extraordinary, he is really a hero in the world, Ning Yijie is a reckless man, thanks to the general's attention, he is willing to go to the soup for the general, and he will never give up!"

Tang Mo's face was sincere, and his words were resolute.

Xu Han's heart was happy, and he raised his glass and said, "Let's make this toast." ”

The two ministers drank it all, both of them were bold people, and after drinking the wine, they couldn't help but look at each other and laugh.

At that moment, Xu Han held a banquet and drank heavily to celebrate Tang Mo's submission, Jiang Zheng, Ling Zirui and others were amazed by Xu Han's ability to recognize people, and they also toasted and praised.

The atmosphere of this banquet is very happy.

After three rounds of drinking, Tang Mo moved closer and asked: "Although the general is promising, but at the moment there are only seven counties of Qianyang, and there are no more than 10,000 soldiers, after all, it is not a long-term plan, I don't know what the general can do?" ”

Of course, Xu Han had his own strategy in his heart, but he didn't say it clearly, and asked rhetorically: "What is Tang Moke's opinion?" ”

Tang Mo didn't beat around the corners, and said bluntly: "The land of Luoyang, with a million household registrations, and the king of Han is not familiar with military affairs, why don't the generals take advantage of the situation to seize it, thinking that they will be based on the foundation, and then take advantage of the situation to destroy the vassal king Nangong clan in the east, seize Jinzhou, and then take the Khitan in the west, all in the east." Then recuperate, and when the Central Plains changes, you can wave your division to the north, which will surely be a great cause. ”

Hearing Tang Mo's extravagant words, Ling Zirui, who prides himself on his resourcefulness, couldn't help but change color, and seemed to be shocked by Tang Mo's offer.

Even if it was Xu Han, he was quite surprised in his heart.

However, Xu Han only smiled slightly: "Tang Mo's strategy is really a golden and jade good word, but according to the general's opinion, it is lacking. ”

Tang Mo was stunned for a moment, and hurriedly said: "I wish to hear it." ”

Xu Han stood up and pointed to the map of the world hanging on the wall.

"All in the east, in the west to take the Khitan, can only be divided by one side, Ben will be very greedy, I want more than just one side."

Xu Han said his true ambition for the first time, although his words seemed plain, but there was a hidden sharp edge, and everyone present couldn't help but feel a little enthusiastic when they listened.

Tang Mo also showed excitement, and said: "It is really a blessing for us that the general can have such a great ambition. However, I also said that after taking the Khitan in the west, and then waving the army to the north, the general's great cause at that time is by no means on the side of peace. ”

"Having said that, but Tang Mo thinks that with the eastern half of the wall alone, can he compete with the entire Central Plains?" Xu Han asked lightly.

Xu Han, who has a prescient vision, naturally knows that since ancient times, the unification of the world has always been easy from north to south, and difficult from south to north.

This is partly due to the fact that for most of the time, the economic population of the North is stronger than that of the South, and on the other hand, it is also due to the fact that the South has no horses and is militarily disadvantaged.

As for the East, it is even more remote.

Xu Han's rhetorical question suddenly woke up Tang Mo, and this wise and brave man was speechless for a while.

After being silent for a long time, Tang Mo exclaimed: "The general's insight is really not comparable to me, but I don't know how the general thinks that he can make up for the shortcomings of this strategy?" ”

The voice fell, and suddenly Si Wen sent urgent wax pill information.

Ling Zirui hurriedly dismantled the wax pill, it turned out to be a fine work from Shencheng, and the intelligence said that Xiahou Yuan, who was defending the city in Huaishang, had rushed to Shanchun City with 3,000 soldiers and horses.

"The defenders of Shencheng are only 5,000, and the deputy guards will take away 3,000, isn't there only more than 2,000 people left, what does Xuan Guo want to do?" Yi Xian took the lead in the strange way.

"What else can you do, it must be that Shanchun City is in danger, forcing the Xuanguo dog to jump off the wall in a hurry, and there is no longer a guard against it, and the battle of Shanchun City will be known in a few days."

Xu Han's words were categorical.

As soon as these words came out, everyone here changed color.

Deng Yinshuo was deployed on the front line of Shencheng to guard against the soldiers and horses of the vassal king Han Zhaofu, with a total of about 8,000 people.

The previous time, Xu Han defeated more than 4,000 people in the south of the guard, and the Xuan army in Shencheng only had four or five thousand soldiers and horses left.

Now the deputy guard general led 3,000 people to Shanchun City, which means that the Xuan army on the front line of Shencheng is no more than 2,000.

Shencheng is the core of Chonghuai, and it is the key for Emperor Deng of Xuan to prevent Luoyang City, and now Emperor Deng did not hesitate to withdraw most of Shencheng's troops, which can only show that the battle of Shanchun City Xuan State has been in an extremely critical state, forcing him to draw Huaishang's troops.

Although Xu Han was in Qianyang, he always paid close attention to the battle of Shanchun City, and as soon as he heard this information, he immediately had such a judgment.

The battle of Shanchun City is clear, which means that the pattern of the entire north will undergo major changes, and the change in the situation in the Central Plains will inevitably affect Luoyang City, and even more so the fate of everyone here.

The big change is in front of you, the opportunity is in front of you, how can you not be excited.

"Tang Mo, you just asked how to make up for the shortcomings of your strategy, and now the opportunity has come." Xu Han said lightly.

Tang Mo was stunned for a moment, and suddenly realized.

didn't have to think about it, he hurriedly said: "General, I understand, now that Shencheng is empty, should we take advantage of the situation to send troops north, take Huaishang, and insert a nail in the Central Plains." ”

As soon as Tang Mo said this, everyone agreed.

Although Huaishang County belongs to the city of Luoyang, but the connection with the Central Plains is closer, this place is connected to the imperial city of Xuanguo Kaifeng in the north, and is adjacent to Luoyang in the east, which can be cleared, and these three places are the hinterland of the Central Plains worthy of the name.

This means that as long as Xu Han occupies Huaishang, he can easily launch an attack on the hinterland of the Central Plains.

Xu Han relied on his foresight, so he realized the importance of Huaishang, and Tang Mo could comprehend this step with a few reminders, which is really commendable.

Xu Han felt relieved, but said with a slight smile: "I must take Shencheng, but at this juncture, there are more important things to do." ”

Everyone's eyes couldn't help but show a little dazed, and they couldn't figure out what was more important than this at the moment, except for taking Shencheng and expanding the territory.

Xu Han's gaze looked at the north, his gaze gradually became cold, and he said loudly: "Pass on the general's order, the whole army is ready, and the general will send troops to Kaifeng!" ”