Chen Yuyi took the pen and looked at the various people in front of him. He listened to them talking about where they were from and how they escaped here. How hard it was along the way and what they saw. It was a mess.

Seeing that the sky was getting dark, Chen Yuyi asked everyone to disperse. He sorted out the news he heard today and handed it over to the officials. He wrapped up his coat tightly and faced the cold wind and went home. These days, Wang Xiaolie asked Chen Yuyi to gather and flee to Xiangyang.

people to collect information from them. At this time, the newspapers in Di were already blocked, and we didn’t know anything about what was happening around us, so we didn’t want to talk about the major events in the world.

Chen Yuyi understood what Wang Xiaolie did. What could he do if there was no news when leading troops to fight? It was just right for him to do it himself. This matter had little to do with Wang Xiaolie's army, and he was a scholar.

When I arrived at the door of my home, I saw my wife leaning in front of the door, looking around from time to time. When I saw Chen Yuyi coming back, I hurriedly came to greet her.

Chen Yuyi was surprised when he saw it. He asked, "What's special about today? Why are you waiting here?"

The wife said: "Officer, a few people came to the Yamen today, saying they were giving away things for the New Year. I have never heard you mention it. I saw that they were giving out meat, fish, and a jar of wine. I haven't seen it in many days.

How can I rest assured about what comes to my mouth? I am anxious in my heart, waiting here for you to come back."

After listening to his wife's words, Chen Yuyi hurriedly went inside and looked at what was handed out today together.

I saw a jar of wine on the ground, several kilograms of meat tied with straw next to it, two big carps, a live chicken, and a bag of rice. There were several bottles and jars nearby. After asking, I found out that they contained vinegar.

Sauce, oil, etc.

After counting carefully, Chen Yuyi felt a little confused. He hadn't seen Wang Xiaolie in the past few days, and he didn't hear anything was going to be distributed. Suddenly someone was sent to his house, and he didn't know what to do for a while.

After thinking for a while, Chen Yuyi said: "Since it has been delivered to your home, why bother thinking about it so much? Please clean it up. Today there is wine and meat, let's have a good meal! There is no meat in our mouth these days, Da Lang

Erlang calls every day."

The wife turned to look at her two sons, who were watching eagerly not far away, and hurriedly agreed. The children were really suffering on the way to escape.

Early the next morning, officials arrived and asked Chen Yuyi to go to the government office to discuss matters.

Walking on the street, Chen Yuyi felt that today was particularly different. The entire Xiangyang city was filled with a lively atmosphere. There seemed to be more people than usual, and people had smiles on their faces.

When I entered the government office, I saw many more people and many horses tied up. There were many people I didn't know coming and going.

Arriving at Wang Xiaolie's official hall, Chen Yuyi stepped forward to salute.

Wang Xiaolie said: "Today is the 23rd of the twelfth lunar month, and we are about to celebrate the New Year. Most of the generals in the army have arrived in Xiangyang to discuss matters together and have a lively New Year together. By the way, I gave out New Year's gifts yesterday.

Did you receive it?"

Chen Yuyi handed over his hand: "Thank you for your observation. Got it."

Wang Xiaolie said with a smile: "Are you still satisfied? All the difficulties this year will be a little bit better."

Chen Yuyi said hurriedly: "I'm satisfied, of course I'm satisfied! It's been so many days since I left Chenliu south that I haven't had any meat or wine in my mouth. Of course I'm satisfied."

Wang Xiaolie was a little strange. He asked, "You work in the army. I heard that you received a month's salary in advance, but you still can't afford meat?"

Chen Yuyi said: "I am a family of four. We have debts a few days ago. We will be fine if we have enough food. Once we pay off the debts, life will get better."

Wang Xiaolie nodded and was silent for a while without saying anything. After a while, he said: "Get ready. Summarize the information collected these days and tell it to the generals who are coming later. Everyone is divided.

He is stationed in various places and is not familiar with the affairs of the world."

Chen Yuyi said yes and left the meeting hall.

I just heard that Chen Yuyi still owed money, and Wang Xiaolie actually wanted to ask the army to pay it for him. But then I thought about it, I'm afraid there are still people like him in the army. If he paid his debt, why not pay back others'?

Although he occupies several states, Wang Xiaolie is actually not well-off now, so he might as well forget it.

On the twenty-third of the twelfth lunar month, Wang Xiaolie remembered that it was the Little Year in his previous life. Whether there was such a custom in this era, and whether the Little Year in Xiangyang was today, Wang Xiaolie didn't know. He didn't bother to ask, so he decided that today would be the day when the generals would come to discuss matters. Chen Yuyi

He is a minor official, so he doesn't know much about it.

As the sun rose high, the generals, Chen Yuyi and others were called into the meeting hall and took their seats. It was just that the meeting hall today was different from the past. In the past, the chief officer Wang Xiaolie was sitting in the middle, and there were people sitting on both sides. Each person had a picture in front of them.

There are desks and a couch. Behind them are people without seats. Today they are all replaced by tables, and behind the tables are chairs. Everyone has a seat, and it is not as serious as in the past.

Cao Zhiyan sat down and said to Xie Linong beside him: "Looking at the look here, it must be Zhizhou's idea not to use the old desk couch. In the past, Zhizhou had said many times that it was uncomfortable to sit on the couch and use the desk.

It would be better to change it like this.”

Xie Li Nongdao: "This must be the case. Now there are four states: Ru, Tang, Deng, and Xiang. They are not comparable to those in Ruzhou. Look at this, Zhizhou has great ambitions, and it will be different from now on."

The people below were laughing and chatting about today's changes.

Wang Xiaolie stood behind the table and looked at everyone sitting there. He raised his hands and said: "Today's discussion, please be more serious and don't laugh!"

Seeing that Wang Xiaolie was serious, everyone stopped talking and looked up seriously.

Wang Xiaoxing said: "Since Yang Jin rebelled and attacked Luoyang from Zhengzhou, he was defeated by us and passed Lushan Pass. He fled all the way south and was not eliminated until he reached the Han River. In recent years, Yang Jin can be said to be the leader of the capital.

The biggest thief on the West Road! He was killed by Shao Ling and Niu Gao on the bank of the Han River. Congratulations!"

Everyone applauded together and congratulated Shao Ling and Niu Gao.

Wang Xiaoxing said: "Wherever Yang Jin passed, the guards of Dengzhou, Guanghua Army, and Xiangyang Prefecture all fled. What will we do if we don't have officials? We have to take charge of it for the time being. Before there is an imperial decree, I will take charge of it."

Xiangyang Prefecture, Niugao was in charge of Dengzhou, Cao Zhiyan was in charge of Ruzhou, Xie Linong was in charge of Tangzhou, and Yu Huan was in charge of the Guanghua Army. Three hundred troops were stationed in each state to defend the city. For local affairs, they formed Xiang armies respectively, and the garrison was not allowed to intervene.

"

After hearing this, Xie Linong said: "Three hundred garrison troops are enough to control the place. Each of us must build a Xiang army? The Xiang army cannot fight, but only eats food."

Wang Xiaolie said: "The garrison is a regular army that fights external affairs. Strictly speaking, if it is not the Jin Army, there is no need for the garrison to fight. But now, in addition to the Jin Army, there are also many rebels in various places, so we have to use the garrison to annihilate the rebels. You guys

Don't underestimate this matter. Once the army used for fighting is used for local security, its combat effectiveness will decrease. The garrison is a regular army, so of course it is different."

In fact, the people below don't understand what the difference is. However, they have been with Wang Xiao for a long time and know that he thinks so, so they don't say anything.

Wang Xiaolie added: "Besides, all the troops are stationed in Xinye. Xinye is a good place. During the Three Kingdoms period, the army was stationed here. It is different from before. It no longer wanders around. With the assistance of Prime Minister Zhuge, Chengdu

The overlord of one party. But now the water conservancy is not repaired, there are many puddles, the land is not conducive to farming, and the population is sparse. It is the intersection of Baihe River and Chaoshui. It has convenient transportation and is convenient to all places. It is suitable for garrisoning. The army stationed there is composed of

Shao Ling is the commander-in-chief, he drills diligently and is always ready for battle."

These were all discussed by Wang Xiaolie and the generals before, and now that they are spoken out, there is no objection.

Xinye is an ancient city, but it is deserted at this time and does not have a county. Wang Xiaolie decided to station his army there because he is in the center of several states under his control. No matter where there is a war, he can get there quickly. After all, who is in charge of several states?

The generals of the state are mainly for intimidation, and management still relies on the officials below. Wang Xiaolie's real strength is the army, and the territory provides money and food. In troubled times, there is nothing more reliable than the army.

After saying that, Wang Xiaolie said: "There is one more thing to do today, which is to understand the general trend of the world. These days, Chen Yuyi, who was formerly a prisoner in prison, is serving as a counselor in the army, focusing on collecting intelligence from the world. Let him explain it to everyone.

."

Chen Yuyi had never seen such a scene before. He stood up and didn't know what to do for a moment.

After repeated urging, Chen Yuyi stepped forward and stood in front.

Clearing his throat, Chen Yuyi said: "These days, I have talked with the people who fled south, and I have learned a lot about the situation in the world. Since last winter, the Jin Army's offensive has been much smaller than last year. Its attack direction is mainly one east and one west.

"

"In the west, the main purpose of the Jin Army was to clear the passage between Hedong Road and Shaanxi Road. In September, the Jin Army attacked the Yongxing Army, and the military commander Guo Yan abandoned the city. The temperance officer He Shifan died in Eight Dukes

It turned out that the Yongxing army fell. In October, the Jin people besieged Shaanzhou, and Li Yanxian, the governor of the state, repulsed the Jin people. In the same month, Fuzhou was defeated and the gold was surrendered. So far, except for Shaanzhou, there are no more dangers from Hedong Road to Shaanxi Road."

Hearing this, Wang Xiaolie nodded. Obviously, in the eyes of the Jin people, Jingxi Road has no value. Their main target on the western front is Shaanxi Road. If they occupy Shaanxi Road, they can attack Linchuan Gorge.

.Sichuanxia 4th Road, also known as Sichuan in later generations, was a coveted and wealthy land.

Chen Yuyi added: "To the east, the Jin people are clearing the route to the south. Dongping Prefecture and Jinan Prefecture were both captured by the Jin soldiers. A few days ago, Du stayed in Tokyo to defend the Yellow River. The river flowed into the Surabaya River, and the Jin soldiers were temporarily blocked."

"In addition, this winter, most of the previously defended cities on Hebei Road and Hedong Road were attacked by the Jin soldiers. North of the Yellow River, there were no more soldiers from the imperial court. Last year, the Jin army broke through Jingxi Road, and all the treasures and people were robbed.

, now it seems that Jin Bing has no intention to attack here again for the time being."

This is the current trend of the world. Different from last year, the main goal of the Jin Army this year is to remove the nails. The cities held by Hebei and Hedong Road were attacked intensively and fell one by one. At the same time, the Jin Army opened up the road from Hedong Road to Shaanxi Road, and from Hebei

The road leads to the passages of Jingdong Road and Jianghuai Road. Except for Li Yanxian who defended Shaanzhou on the western front, most of the other Jin troops achieved their goals. On the eastern front, due to Du Chong's capture of the Yellow River, the Jin army's offensive was temporarily blocked.
Chapter completed!