When Xiao Yunhe said this, many people secretly felt a lot more relieved in their hearts. After all, in most people's minds, there is still some fear of such a thing as confrontation with the imperial court. Even if the prestige of the Great Qi court is disappointing now, in the hearts of many people, the idea of "loyalty to the monarch and patriotism" is still deep-rooted. In other words, subconsciously there is still some jealousy of the emperor and the court. To put it mildly, King Han is now a bit of a rebellion. Rebellion, at any time in any dynasty, is by no means a glorious thing, and it runs counter to mainstream thought.

In Xiao Yunhe's heart, how could he not know this. He knew that the most important thing at the moment was not to make precise military arrangements, but to dispel the concerns in everyone's hearts and stabilize people's hearts as much as possible. The emperor and the court, that is the emaciated camel is bigger than the horse. No matter how unbearable they are, after all, they have more than 100 years of prestige and foundation as the backing. I have to admit that they may have some initiative and advantages in people's hearts. And what Xiao Yunhe has to do is not to compete with him head-on, and to blur the nature of this battle. At least to do it, let the people of Xichuan think that the King of Han is not arguing with the emperor and not going against the court. It's that the faint gentleman is unreasonable and has to come to ask for the guilt. At this time, the king of Han had no intention of competing with the emperor for power and profit, and he had to concentrate on resisting foreign enemies.

In this way, no matter how much the emperor builds momentum for himself, the people here in Xichuan will not buy it. Because the facts are clear, the king of Han has done nothing, let alone rebelled; but your emperor has come to conquer and kill; moreover, when the foreign enemy Kou Guan kills, the emperor and the court have done nothing, and it is all the king of Han who is fighting bloodily. Now that the Tibetans are coming again, instead of helping, you will set fire to the backyard!

Xiao Yunhe has never been like now, looking forward to the army of Trisong Detsen. As long as he comes, Xichuan Wanmin will be emotional. I can't spare the old man's bastard anymore. In this war, it is not about swords, guns, swords, and halberds at all, but about people's hearts and integrity.

Next, Xiao Yunhe arranged the military and civil affairs of the entire land of Xichuan without leakage. Spring farming is about to be busy, and the primary task of Jiannan Xichuan Jiedu is still to pay attention to people's livelihood. Xiao Yunhe gave the order. This time, no matter what kind of arduous situation arises, we insist on not drawing strong men, not collecting grain from the people, and ensuring the supply of mules and horses needed by the people for spring ploughing. At the same time, all public security penalties have been doubled. Those who dare to commit adultery at this time will be severely punished. Prefectures, prefectures, counties, and localities are not allowed to transfer a catcher or official to the military. They must be allowed to maintain local policing. At the same time, strict military discipline. However, those who take a stitch from the people and oppress the people in vain will be severely punished by military law.

These measures are all aimed at maintaining local tranquility and stability. At the same time, military deployment. It was also done adequately. After the last Xichuan War, the Jianchuan army has become very powerful and mature. 30,000 flying dragon rides, 30,000 light horses. Coupled with 30,000 infantry and 100,000 troops, it has become a powerful barrier in Shu. Now, it's time for them to do their job!

"This royal order!" Xiao Yunhe sat on the main platform and officially announced, "Shi Wu Yuanheng, the governor of the Han Dynasty, is the governor of the southwestern barbarian capitals, and he is in charge of the Kangtingchuan Governor's Mansion of the Eastern Women's Kingdom and the Nanzhao, Bailuoyi, and Wunu Barbarian Governors' Mansions. Take overall responsibility for the fighting on the Southwestern Front. Song Liangchen led 20,000 Qi troops, stationed in Kangtingchuan, united with the armies of Dongnuguo and other states, and prepared for the attack of Tibet. This king granted Wu Yuanheng the right to arbitrarily make decisions. Those who dare to disobey the order will be killed!"

"This royal decree: Gao Gu is the governor of Victoria. Led 20,000 cavalry and 20,000 infantry for a total of 40,000 troops, sitting in Victoria, guarding against Tibet. Hanzhou assassin Tang Hanchen, with 10,000 cavalry and 10,000 infantry, ready to rush to the rear to help. ”

"Wei Gao, Xue Cuncheng, Li Jingluo, Du Huangshang, the four of you are sitting in Chengdu. The king will give you 10,000 soldiers to ensure the supply of the army at the front and to maintain the law and order of the place. If there is any mistake in the rear, this king is the only one who asks!"

"In the other states and counties, your task is to do your best to maintain local law and order, stabilize the people's hearts, and ensure the progress of agricultural and animal husbandry production. Wherever there is a rumor, a civil uprising, or any other serious situation, you should come to see me yourself, and there is no need to say more!" More than 100 officials stood up from their seats, walked into the hall and shouted in unison: "Order!"

Xiao Yunhe himself also stood up, glanced at everyone with a stern face, and continued: "Guo Gang, Xu Tao, Fang Ci, the three of you follow this king, lead 30,000 flying dragon horses, and go to the Sword Pavilion to guard the town. Ladies and gentlemen, we must always remember that we do not want to turn our backs on the imperial court, but that the imperial court listens to slanderous rumors, ignores the lives and deaths of hundreds of people in Shudi, and provokes wars without reason. To this day, our aim remains to avoid war as much as possible, so that it does not bring disaster to our great qi. However, we never take the initiative to provoke, but we will never shy away from challenges! Justice and justice will always stand on the side of Xichuan!"

"The king of Han will win! Xichuan will win!" everyone shouted in unison.

Xiao Yunhe bowed his hand, looked around at everyone and bowed around, and said: "This king thanks you, please everyone, let us work together, don't let the people of Daqi and the people of Shu suffer from war again!"

As soon as it was finalized, Xichuan had been completely purged to wait for a strong enemy.

Back at the Han Palace, Xiao Yunhe stayed alone with Wu Yuanheng again.

Both of them were silent for a long time, as if they had a lot to say, but they didn't know where to start. There are many local words, Xiao Yunhe has never mentioned it in front of outsiders, only Wu Yuanheng knows. There are some subtle things that only he can experience.

At this moment, Wu Yuanheng felt very complicated in his heart.

"Bo Cang......" Xiao Yunhe said leisurely, "this moment has finally come." I won't say much about success or failure. I just hope you ...... Take care!"

"Take care, adults, too. Wu Yuanheng said, "From the very beginning, adults are taking a road of no return. Except for your subordinates, no one can understand the true feelings of your heart. I know you're carrying too much pressure and baggage at the moment. But what I want to say is...... Let it be, a qiē has its own public opinion, and the principles of heaven will be obvious. ”

"Don't worry, I'm fine. Xiao Yunhe smiled slightly and said, "In front of all the officials and generals." All I can say is to be impassioned, to boost their morale and dispel their concerns. Only you know how helpless I am in my heart. The emperor has repeatedly made mediocre acts, and I have repeatedly forbearance and appeasement, not once or twice. Now. He finally touched the bottom line and wanted to kill me...... I must not compromise any longer. If he really doesn't deserve to be this emperor and doesn't want to be this emperor anymore, I have no choice but to go against the sky and pull him down from the throne. It was a big gamble. There is a good chance that we will never see a tomorrow. However, I really don't regret it. From the day this decision was made, I didn't think about backing down. It's just hard for you...... You want to accompany me on this road of no return. ”

"My lord......" Wu Yuanheng bowed down and said, "Your Majesty is a scholar of the end of the year. Mengda did not give up, and treated him with dignity and kindness, and admired it in his heart. It's not words anymore. More importantly, the great talent is the real hero of the world. Even if this is a road of no return to Huangquandi, even if it is abandoned by the people of the world, even if it is burdened with infamy for eternity, Wu Yuanheng will always follow the adult and go on. In Wu Yuanheng's heart, there is only one wish: that is, no matter when. Adults will always remember two words in their hearts: Your Majesty, you will die without complaint!"

"I'll remember. Xiao Yunhe nodded, held Wu Yuanheng's hand and squeezed it heavily, and said, "Let's go to Kang Tingchuan." You have a heavy responsibility. From today on, you are the barrier and pillar of southwest Kyushu. You're going to have to hold on. Take care. This is not an ordinary war, but an all-out contest with the imperial court and with the Tibetan army. You are the only one by my side who can take on this great responsibility. I hope you don't let me down. ”

"Your Majesty must do your best, and then die!" Wu Yuanheng said, "but ...... Your Majesty had a question in his mind. ”

"Speak. ”

Wu Yuanheng said, "Originally, my subordinates thought that the lord would definitely be stationed in Victoria in person, or go to Kang Tingchuan. But why do you want to go to the Sword Pavilion and directly face the army of the imperial court? This matter is already extremely sensitive, why don't you take the initiative to meet the suspicion?"

"That's a good question. Xiao Yunhe said, "It's because of my sensitivity that I have to take the initiative to meet it." Because I am not a thief at all, I need not be weak-hearted. The emperor planted me and made everyone in the world point the finger at me. But I didn't shy away from it, and I always went forward to meet it. Moreover, the core of the whole major event is not how to defeat the imperial court's conquest army or how to resist the attack of the Tubo people. It is to fight for people's hearts and fame in this contradictory struggle. When the army of the imperial court came, I was not afraid of him. No matter who is in charge, I am sure that his army will not be able to move an inch in front of the Sword Pavilion, and even lose his armor. But this is not the best way to go. When the time comes, I will have to do a lot of things on the fly, and I will be in charge of the overall situation of this big event. The Sword Pavilion will be the core and focus of the entire battle. I will do everything in my power to make things work out for the better. After all, I will let the Tubo people reap the benefits of internal fighting. ”

Wu Yuanheng suddenly realized, nodded and said, "Understood." Do you want to try to put an end to this war?"

"Not bad. Xiao Yunhe said, "The soldiers who surrender without a fight are the best way to do it." After all, they are flesh and blood compatriots who drink the same river water, and I really don't want to kill you with the soldiers and horses of the imperial court. What's more, at this moment, there is a strong enemy lurking in the shadows, eyeing the tiger. But then again, although I have this wish, the other party may not appreciate it. The Sword Pavilion is the throat gateway of Xishu, and it must not be lost. Moreover, it is an important military hub road between Shu and Shannan Jiedu, Fengxiang Jiedu, Linjing Jiedu, etc. When the time comes, there will be many important things to do. Naturally, I was the most suitable place to be stationed there. ”

"Your Excellency is wise, but your subordinates are too worried. Wu Yuanheng said, "But this time...... I have a feeling. It seems that we can't count on how many allies will come to our aid like we did in the last battle of Nishikawa. After all, this matter is extremely sensitive, and the imperial court decree is issued and the world knows about it. People like Yan Zhen of Shannan West Road have always been loyal and patriotic, and they will definitely not risk the world's condemnation to help Lord Han at this time. Perhaps, he will also raise troops to help the imperial court come to conquer it. There are also three marshals such as Li Sheng on the Western Front...... Although they and the King of Han are friends of birth and death, they will also be a little jealous at this time, and they are at a loss. His Majesty even suspected that the Emperor would take a step earlier and remove them from military power first. Among the barbarians in the southwest, the Eastern Female Kingdom certainly supported Lord Han with ironclads. And the people in these places of Nanzhao and Baiwolfyi may be a little like the grass on the wall, and they will inevitably fall down when the wind blows. Their position will not be too firm. So this time, we in Xichuan fought almost completely alone, trying to resist the Tibetan and imperial courts. The pressure is not small. ”

Xiao Yunhe looked at Wu Yuanheng, pulled the corners of his mouth, showed a confident and arrogant smile, and said indifferently: "Those who become hegemons do not hesitate to be enemies of the world! Those who follow the royal road are not afraid to embark on the road of no return alone." Even if the whole world is pointing the finger at me, I am not afraid! Bo Cang, what you said, in fact, I am mentally prepared. Not only did I not count on Yan Zhen and Li Sheng to help me, but I was even ready to fight a decisive battle with them! Many times, many things are not determined by my own feelings. The world is impermanent, and we tend to do things that we don't want to do. I'll never blame anyone. If I meet them on the field, I will only smile generously and talk a few words, and then fight them to the death!"

Wu Yuanheng arched his hand and bowed down: "My lord, take care." Your Majesty, take your leave!"

Xiao Yunhe glanced at Wu Yuanheng a few times: "Bo Cang also take care." I hope we can see the final victory together. ”

Wu Yuanheng turned around and walked away without looking back.

In his heart, the words of King Han have been echoing: do not hesitate to be the enemy of the world!

Sword Pavilion, Sword Gate. The cliffs are thousands, and the strange peaks on both sides of the river lean on the sky like swords. From it is born a plank road, which is the long-established and famous Jianmen Shu Road, also known as the Golden Bull Road. This avenue was created by Emperor Qin Huiwen, and later generations have been repaired and completed many times, so that Shu can have convenient transportation. Jianmen Pass is a dangerous Xiongguan that lies on this avenue, and it is really a one-man pass, and it is not open.

Xiao Yunhe stood at the head of Jianguan City, looking up at the verdant mountains and towering peaks and forests on both sides. The caravan travelers have been cut off, and the sword gate is closed and not allowed to pass. The terrain here is thousands of times more steep than the Xuanmen Pass in Victoria, and it has always been the most important sentry in Shu.

Guo Gang stood behind Xiao Yunhe and said loudly: "My lord." In fact, as long as we burn the plank road, even millions of heroes will not be able to kill it. ”

Xiao Yunhe smiled and said, "It's like being afraid of being killed, and you commit suicide." Jianmen Shu Road is the most important road in Xichuan. Cut off this avenue, the people of Shu were isolated from the world and became savage people. For thousands of years, all the sages and wise men were only thinking about building roads. At that time, Zhuge Liang, the prime minister of Shu, knew that Shu was weak and Wei was strong, but he also wanted to repair Shu Road for the benefit of the people instead of destroying the Tao and defending himself. If I tear down the road, even if I resist the attack, how will I be like a mob?"

"Your Excellency is right...... The last general was confused. Guo Gang nodded in approval.

Xiao Yunhe glanced at Guo Gang and said, "Your Guo family is loyal and martyrdom, and it has been famous for generations, and it is a famous family in the court. Now that you're following me, don't you feel aggrieved?"

"No, the last general is not aggrieved at all, but feels very honored!" Guo Gang hurriedly said, "The emperor is out of control, the emperor is not good, and the Great Qi court has become more and more disappointing. Only the King of Han is the hero who saves the world, and he is the true master of the Great Qi world! The last general will follow the King of Han and get his place. I believe that my grandfather, Lao Linggong, is still alive. Nor will I object to this decision. ”

"Yes?...... Xiao Yunhe smiled slightly, and said secretly in his heart: In fact, what Guo Ziyi faced back then was also the court like this, which may be even more unbearable than now. But he is assisted by the death force of one mind, and does not have two hearts. But the facts have also proved that no matter how capable Guo Ziyi is, he cannot turn the tide and reverse the unfavorable situation in the world. At best, I can barely keep it alive. If we want to fundamentally solve these root problems in Daqidi, we still have to start from the imperial power. Guo Ziyi naturally can't do such a thing. I, yes.

At this time, Fang Ci and Xu Tao were two young generals. and they also ascended to the top of the city. Xiao Yunhe glanced back at them and said, "You two, have you come back from the army?"

"Back to my lord, we're back. Fang Ci and Xu Tao were a little excited.

Xiao Yunhe looked at them, smiled and said, "How is it?"

"Wyvern riding. It's just too much, it's too ......" Fang Ci was clumsy, and he didn't know what to say for a while. He stuttered for a while, causing everyone to laugh. Xu Tao took it and said, "The last general has already heard my father talk about it. The flying dragon ride led by the prince of Han. It is the toughest and most warlike army in the world. Just now, the last general and Fang Ci followed the training together, and it really deserved its reputation - the flying dragon rider is really powerful!"

Xiao Yunhe smiled: "Is it more powerful than the iron horse of Tubo?"

Xu Tao nodded thoughtfully: "The last general grew up in Tubo since he was a child, learned to ride a horse at the age of seven, and was able to hunt at the age of eight." The Tibetan people made horses their home, and riding and archery were of course more sophisticated. However, the overall combat effectiveness of the Flying Dragon Cavalry is stronger, the military orders are strict and the cooperation is tacit, and. The equipment is also first-class. Coupled with the martial arts taught by General Gao Gu and General Song Liangchen of the Han Palace, the personal combat ability of the Flying Dragon Cavalry will not be worse than that of the Tubo Cavalry. ”

"Heh, you're young, but you're right. Xiao Yunhe said with a smile. "From today onwards, the two of you will be training with the Wyvern. You've been in the Han Mansion for some days. I learned some martial arts skills from Gao Gu. But if you want to become a qualified soldier and general, you have to train in the army. The generals of the Flying Dragon Riders, each of whom came from the rivers and mountains of blood and fire, are real battlefield tigers. What you have to learn is not only how they set up and how they cooperate. More importantly, it is to pay attention to their spirit and feel what a real war is, "Yes!" The two young generals bowed their hands, and Chu Yan was full of passion.

Guo Gang was on the side, feeling a little sour. After the two young generals left, he said to Xiao Yunhe: "My lord, there will be something unknown ...... the end."

"Say it. ”

Guo Gang hesitated for a moment and said, "The last general has been following the adult for a few years. However, over the years, he has never officially participated in the war and has never been entrusted with important tasks. The last general does not understand...... Why would your lords do this? Could it be that the last general, is it so useless?"

"Hehe!" Xiao Yunhe laughed and said, "Who said I didn't reuse you?" You have always been the general of the Flying Dragon Cavalry, the commander of the army I personally led, and the captain of the guard closest to me. Isn't that reuse?"

"But ......," Guo Gang said, "the last general wants to charge into battle like General Song Liangchen and kill the enemy and make meritorious contributions! But every time the Flying Dragon Rider has a mission, it is either the adults who lead the expedition or General Gao Gu leads the team." The last general only waved his flag and shouted in the rear...... Very aggrieved. ”

Xiao Yunhe looked at him and said with a smile: "Wu Yuanheng has never lifted a sword. Do you understand what I mean? People are different, and I will not treat Wu Yuanheng as Song Liangchen. Similarly, Guo Gang will not be used as a high solid. ”

Guo Gang's heart was overjoyed, and then he smiled with relief, and arched his hand: "My lord is right, the last general is really ...... I'm in a hurry. ”

Xiao Yunhe smiled and said secretly in his heart: You baby bump, how can you go into battle? In case of a mistake, how can I explain it to the people of the Guo family? At that time, I will lose the most important foundation in the national capital.

At this time, a pawn rushed up to the city, ran to Xiao Yunhe and bowed: "Report to your lord!" Just now, the spies came to report that the imperial court's 150,000 conscription army was advancing towards the Sword Pavilion. The generalissimo of the unified army is none other than Ma Sui! The army is still more than 60 miles away from the Sword Pavilion and is stopping for rest. ”

Guo Gang hurriedly said: "My lord, the enemy army is tired from afar, and the Flying Dragon Rider is good at assault and rushing, is it not for the last general to lead some people." Catch him off guard first?"

"No!" Xiao Yunhe raised his hand and said, "Pass my order." All soldiers and horses were purged on the spot, and no one was allowed to leave their posts without permission. No drums shall be beaten without the orders of the king, and no arrows shall be shot. Violators, behead!"

Guo Gang was stunned. He replied, "The last general obeys!"

Sixty miles north of the Sword Pavilion, in a mountain col. More than 100,000 troops are resting in place and are burying pots to cook. Bursts of cooking smoke rose, and the entire mountain forest was shrouded in a layer of cyan smoke.

In the handsome tent, Dou Wenchang sat paralyzed on the couch. Let the two pawns hammer his legs, and let out an oowing moan from time to time. Ma Sui, a stout general with a three-foot gray beard, sat in a handsome position and read some notes, and from time to time cast a disdainful glance at Dou Wenchang.

"Lord Dou, the marching ground doesn't taste good, right?" Ma Sui said with a smile as he stroked his gray beard. "There's nothing better than being pampered in the palace. Why did you bother to take on such an errand? ”

"Ouch...... Ma Dashuai, do you think I am willing? As soon as Emperor Chrysostom opened, I was asked to be a prisoner. Do I dare to shirk it?" Dou Wenchang snorted with a wry smile on his face, and kicked away the two sergeants who hammered his legs with great impatience: "Get out! Clumsy, the more I hammer, the more it hurts!"

Ma Sui laughed out loud: "They are all men who fight on the battlefield and are not as ingenious as the palace maids and eunuchs in the emperor." Lord Dou, you will just order it. ”

Dou Wenchang stood up and moved his stiff and sore body, and said hatefully: "It's all Xiao Yunhe's harm! When Ma Dashuai pacifies Xichuan and captures this kid alive, this official must treat him fiercely, and he will never be spared." ”

Ma Sui frowned slightly. Stroking the gray beard, he said thoughtfully: "According to what I said, this Xiao Yunhe is not a pustule. The fact that he was able to defeat the 300,000-strong army of Trisong Detsen was enough to show that his ability was extraordinary. This time we go to conquer, and he will definitely not stand still. I'd like to see the Shu Di army. How brave and good at fighting. With that, a scornful smile appeared on his face.

Dou Wenchang hurriedly slapped the fart without losing the opportunity: "Ma Dashuai can fight habitually." It is the first general of my Daqi, Xiao Yunhe will definitely be caught when he meets you. No matter how brave the Jianchuan army is, it is also a mountain bandit all the way, where can it compare to the elite of the Shence army led by Ma Dashuai!" "Hehe!" Ma Sui stroked his long beard and laughed, noncommittal.

Dou Wenchang felt a little cold and bored, so he quickly changed the topic and said: "Yan Zhen, the envoy of Shannan West Dao, this old ghost has always been known as a loyal monarch and patriotic. But this time, after he received the imperial decree, he actually only sent one Ma Xun, leading 5,000 remnants of the army to help, and sent some grain and grass to comfort the army. When the official returns to the court, he must be ruthlessly involved in him!"

Ma Sui glanced at him, an imperceptible chill flashed in his eyes, and he said calmly: "Yan Zhen and Xiao Yunhe have a very close personal relationship. During the defense of Xichuan that year, he sent the general Ma Xun to lead an army of 20,000 to help Xiao Yunhe and made great achievements. This time the imperial court is going to conquer Xiao Yunhe, and it would be good if he could offer food to help the soldiers. After all, he sent too many troops, and we may not be able to trust him, fearing that he will rebel. Yan Zhen, it's also quite difficult. Lord Dou, you live in a temple, and you must know how to understand the difficulties of the officials below. ”

Dou Wenchang was slightly stunned, nodded and said, "What Ma Dashuai taught is ...... This official is a little confused. ”

Ma Sui ignored him, picked up the book and continued to read, and said, "It's only sixty miles away from the Sword Pavilion, and the army will rest on the spot for a while. Lord Dou, have a good rest. ”

Dou Wenchang nodded, suddenly thought about it and said: "Ma Dashuai, Xiao Yunhe is scheming with soldiers, and he has attacked behind Chisong Dezan many times, beating him to the ground. Aren't you worried that Xiao Yunhe will lead the army to attack your camp?"

Ma Sui smiled confidently: "Don't worry, he definitely won't." ”

In the Sword Pavilion City Pass, there is no sign of facing the enemy at all. The soldiers practiced and rested as usual, in an orderly manner. A few days have passed, and the imperial court's conquest army has never seen a shadow in front of the Sword Pavilion. It made the sergeants of the Jianchuan Army a little impatient.

Xiao Yunhe would stand at the head of the city every day and watch in person, thinking about it in his heart.

What does this Ma Sui mean? When a large army comes to attack from afar, it is best to attack and advance in a hurry. Wouldn't it be detrimental to him if he moved to the court like this?

Could it be that he is waiting?

But the question is, what are you waiting for?!

A few more days passed, and there was still not the slightest movement. Wu Yuanheng, Gao Gu, and Tang Hanchen sent news from the southwest frontier in turn. Speaking of the southwest area, there are occasional scouts from Tibet. According to the news from the spies, Trisong Detsen's 150,000 troops, stationed more than 200 miles north of Victoria, near Dajinchuan, have not made any major moves.

Xiao Yunhe couldn't help but think in his heart: Could it be that Ma Sui also expected that Tri Song Dezan would send troops to disturb me? He is now waiting for me to start in the southwest, and when I can't take care of each other, he will take advantage of the chaos to attack my throat? And Chi Song Dezan, like Ma Sui, is also on the sidelines, wanting to come and take advantage of the fire to rob again in the end?

Xiao Yunhe smiled secretly in his heart: These two groups of people have their own ghosts in their hearts!

At the same time, the news of the imperial court's conquest of the Han King of Xichuan has spread all over the world. There was an uproar in the world, and there was a lot of discussion all of a sudden. Because the name of the Han Dynasty was too loud before, it has now become more controversial. Public opinion in the world is obviously divided into two factions, one faction is in favor of the emperor's destruction of Shu, and I believe that the king of Han does have opposing intentions. Among this group of people, there are mainly court officials, relatives of the emperor and some scholars. They have always been loyal to the imperial court and followed the emperor. On the other hand, the other school of thought rebuked the unrighteous and unwise behavior of the imperial court, was deeply disappointed with the emperor, and supported the Han king to strongly resist the imperial court, and not to make compromises. A group of people are mainly ordinary people in the southwest and ordinary people in the market, including many local festival envoys. They are a group of people who have been disappointed in the court early on.

The war has not yet started, and the war of tongues and guns in the world of Daqi and Kyushu has already been raging.

Xiao Yunhe seemed to be out of the way, turning a deaf ear to these. At present, what he thinks about the most is how to turn the tide and resolve the current war disputes......

A few more days passed. It has been more than half a month since Xiao Yunhe led his army to the Sword Pavilion, and Ma Sui's army was stationed sixty miles north of Chengguan, and there was still no movement. Du Huangshang escorted a batch of grain and grass from Chengdu, and reported some of the situation in the mainland to the King of Han by the way. Due to the death order issued before, none of the officials and generals in Xichuan dare to slack off, and they are all doing their best to ensure the peace of the rear. In the past half month, the law and order in Xichuan has been excellent, and there are even fewer people in the traitor department than usual. The matter of agriculture and animal husbandry has not been delayed.

Xiao Yunhe was secretly relieved. At the same time, I thought in my heart that escorting grain and grass was not what Du Huangshang should do. But this time he invited Ying to come on his own, could it be that there is something else? It was just in time, and I have something to ask you.

The two got together and almost unanimously talked about the same topic: Ma Sui.

Xiao Yunhe recalled that when he was in the national capital before, he had met Ma Sui several times, but he didn't know much about him. The only thing I know is that he once led the Shence Army to quell the rebellion in Hebei and made great achievements. Several huge victories made Tian Yue, the rebel king of Hebei, lose his armor and become famous. Xiao Yunhe still vaguely remembered that Li Sheng and others also mentioned this person many times in front of him. said that his bravery was not under Chu Yan, and his wisdom might not be lost to Li Sheng. And because one of his nieces married the crown prince Li Yu, the relationship with the emperor and the crown prince is also very close, and she is deeply respected. In a sense, he has surpassed the three marshals and jumped to the position of the first general of the Great Qi. Now, Ma Sui is in command of the Gyeonggi soldiers and horses, responsible for the safety of the entire imperial capital. If it weren't for the emperor's trusted general, how could he be so reused?

"Zunsu, you have been in the capital for a long time, you must be very familiar with Ma Sui?" Xiao Yunhe said, "Why don't you tell me, how about Ma Sui?"

"Humbling is here. Designed for Ma Sui. Du Huangshang didn't hesitate, and said straightforwardly.

Xiao Yunhe's heart woke up: "How is this person?"

Du Huangshang said: "When I was in the national capital, I also had some personal relations with Ma Sui, so I knew a little bit about him. This person is a rare general, if you talk about the ability to lead troops to fight, you will never lose to Chu Yan, Li Huaiguang, or even Li Sheng. Ma Sui is nearly sixty years old. Old and serious, very experienced and steady. This person can be called an opponent of adults!"

"Hmm......" Xiao Yunhe nodded, "You go on." ”

Du Huangshang thought for a while and said, "One of Ma Sui's nieces married the crown prince Li Yu. Quite pampered. Therefore, Ma Sui's relationship with the crown prince is also extremely close. The humble official learned that because the prestige of the King of Han affected the status of the crown prince, Ma Sui was also quite jealous and disgusted with the King of Han in private. But the biggest characteristic of this person is that there is a clear distinction between public and private, and there is a clear distinction between grievances and grievances. Although he was a little disgusted with Lord Han. But he was also drunk, and he heard him say words praising the King of Han. He said that adults have talents in the world, but they are a little out of time. ”

Xiao Yunhe raised the corners of his mouth and smiled: "This person is still a little interesting." ”

"There is a clear distinction between public and private. I really admire Ma Sui as a person. Du Huangshang said, "He Ma has many sons and nephews, and they all figured out his way to climb to a high position." But Ma Sui would rather recommend capable people he didn't know than open the door for incompetent clansmen and nephews. Moreover, in official affairs, even if it is relatives and friends, he never deliberately pleases, and even if there is a grudge, he never deliberately makes things difficult, and always acts impartially. Do not mix personal feelings with it. It is precisely because of this that the figures in the DPRK and China admire him very much. But Ma Sui has another characteristic: pride, just like Guan Yunchang in the Three Kingdoms. He never bullied the weak, and he specifically looked for trouble with the strong, and no one was convinced. The Han Dynasty is famous all over the world. Ma Sui had long thought in his heart that he wanted to compete with the King of Han, and he was better than the other. This time, the court asked him to lead the troops. It was right in his arms. ”

Xiao Yunhe laughed: "When you say that, I think this Ma Sui is a little cute, and he is a character." It is rare to have a talent like him in the imperial court, and the emperor is really blessed to cultivate for eight lifetimes. ”

Du Huangshang was slightly stunned: "King Han seems to be ...... Someone who doesn't care about that?"

"Nope. No matter who the opponent is, I will pay enough attention. Xiao Yunhe smiled and said, "I have never been in the habit of underestimating enemies. What's more, the coming general is still famous all over the world. ”

Du Huangshang nodded with a little reassurance and said, "If King Han can defeat Ma Sui, the court will definitely be shocked. If even Ma Sui is helpless to take the adult, then the emperor really can't send anyone anymore. ”

Xiao Yunhe smiled and said, "You mean, urge me to compete with Ma Sui early, right?"

Du Huangshang was puzzled: "Isn't that what the King of Han thinks? The longer this war drags on, the more unfavorable it will be to my Xichuan." There are also Tibetans in the west. If it continues to be consumed like this, Xichuan will sooner or later be hollowed out into an empty shell and pushed down by these two people. ”

Xiao Yunhe said: "This kind of thing is not in a hurry. Have you noticed the current situation? The three forces are hostile to each other and are all waiting for the right moment. I, Xichuan, are facing the attack of the Tubo and the imperial court, but what about the other two roads? If Ma Sui is reckless, he will be able to sit back and relax? If he recklessly starts a war with me, Trisong Dezan will have the opportunity to take advantage of it and attack our rear, or directly knock on the pass and attack the Fengxiang area to threaten the national capital. Regardless of whether the Tibetans occupied Xichuan or broke through the Western Front, Ma Sui could not afford to bear the guilt. In the same way, a lone army of Trisong Dezanti penetrated deep into Dajinchuan, and his border defense line was also fragile, and he was also worried that Fengxiang's side would attack his Qiangshui area, or that Ma Sui would divert to the west and form a siege against him. The current battle situation is a stalemate and equilibrium. No one has the guts to be the first to upset this balance, otherwise it could be ruined. I think Trisong Detsen and Ma Sui must also understand this truth, so they each did not move. The two of them are not allies, but they come to the land with their own hearts. None of them wanted each other to take advantage, so they all waited. ”

Du Huangshang suddenly realized, and said again and again: "Lord Han is really unique and has insight into heaven. But...... After all, I, Xichuan, am the main battlefield. In the long run, it is inevitable that the people's hearts will be panicked and the people's hearts will wither. It has been consumed, and it is also the most disaster suffered by my Xichuan. ”

Xiao Yunhe let out a long snort. He said: "So before I left Chengdu, I issued a strict order for all prefectures and counties to maintain local law and order and ensure agricultural and animal husbandry production. We ourselves cannot afford to be frightened and confused. In fact, in terms of military strength alone, I, Nishikawa, is capable of confronting any of these forces without falling behind. But...... At the same time, the war on two fronts is indeed a little tighter. As a matter of urgency, I cannot fulfill their wishes. If they want to fight, I have to do everything I can to make this battle unfought, and this is the best policy. So for now, I'm going to do my best to maintain this balance, and I'm not going to take the initiative to start a war. ”

Du Huangshang nodded slowly, thoughtful in his heart. Half an hour later. He suddenly woke up and said, "What the adults said just now made the lowly Mao Sai suddenly think of something!"

"What?"

"At present, the situation in Xichuan, the imperial court, and Tubo is somewhat similar to the situation in Wei, Shu, and Wu at the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty. Du Huangshang said, "The three parties are snobbish, and each coexists and checks and balances. Unless there is an absolute advantage in the end like Wei and Jin, no one dares to attack on a large scale. Zhuge Liang's six out of Qishan and Jiang Wei's nine expeditions to the Central Plains were all unbuilt. However, if we want to get out of our own crisis, the best way is to unite with another country against a third country. At the time of the Three Kingdoms, it was not uncommon to see the matter of uniting vertical and horizontal and allied relations. The relationship between Wei, Shu and Wu has changed several times, which directly affects their respective destinies. ”