Author: An Huajun

In the evening in the Houya courtyard, Wang Xiaolian held a banquet to welcome Ye Mengde.

Shizhou is in a valley, so it is much warmer than in the mountains. We used a large screen to block the cold wind, and lit several pots of charcoal, but it was also quite warm.

Wang Xiaolie raised his glass and said to Ye Mengde: "Everything is simple and crude, so don't be dissatisfied with participating in politics."

Ye Mengde laughed after hearing this and said: "This is the front line, and the Taiwei has already worked hard. I deserve it!"

After saying that, he raised his glass and drank it down with Wang Xiaolie.

Putting down the wine glass, Wang Xiaolian said: "There will be wars at any time. There is no singing and dancing here, only the sound of swords and swords. If you are not used to participating in politics, you can go back in a day or two."

Ye Mengde said: "Why, is the Taiwei going to fight in the next few days?"

Wang Xiaoxing said: "The Holy Emperor's edict clearly states that he wants me to pacify the land in Guanzhong. The army is waiting at the ready and is preparing to set off."

Ye Mengde pondered for a while and then said: "Originally I wanted to say something, but everything here is different from other armies. After thinking about it, I'd better keep my mouth shut. Since there is going to be a war, I will stay longer.

See how our warriors compete with the barbarians for supremacy!"

Wang Xiaolie smiled, didn't say anything more, and just drank.

There is no good food here in Shizhou, but sheep are good and cheap. I slaughtered a sheep tonight and pierced it with a skewer. Everyone had a small stove in front of them and roasted it while eating. It was also served with a few cold dishes, such as mung bean sprouts.

, lotus root slices, radish, etc. are also considered abundant.

Drinking and chatting.

Although Ye Mengde was a civil servant, he was very interested in talking about the warriors on the battlefield. He heard that several generals told some war stories, and he was very interested.

It wasn't until late at night that they drank to their heart's content and dispersed.

Wang Xiaolie returned to the room, and his soldiers served a pot of tea and then left. Wang Xiaolie sat alone at the table, motionless. After a long time, he suddenly picked up the teapot and drank a sip.

abdomen.

Judging from Zhao Gou's edict, he had decided to make the Northern Expedition. It should have been his own artillery that gave him the courage and made him feel that he could have the upper hand against the Jin army.

Qin Hui dismissed the prime minister and Zhang Jun returned to the court. The signal was very clear. Especially recalling Zhang Jun was a goodwill gesture to Wang Xiaolie, allowing him to have more freedom in Shaanxi. Over the years, Wang Xiaolie had obviously avoided Zhang Jun. Others

Of course it can be seen. Whatever the reason, it is obvious that Wang Xiaolie avoids contact with Zhang Jun.

At this time, it would be unreasonable to recall Zhang Jun and not set up another Xuanfu envoy on Chuanxia Fourth Road.

To quell the ugly crowd in Guanzhong, Wang Xiaolie recited these words silently, stood up and stood in front of the window.

Shaanxi Road is not only Guanzhong, nor only Shaanbei, but also Qinfeng Road in the west. If we count the transport route, it can be divided into Yongxing Military Road and Qinfeng Road. If we count the Jinglue Appeasement Road, there are more, including Yongxing Road.

Xingjun, Fuyan, Huanqing, Qinfeng, Jingyuan, Xihe Road. Zhao Gou deliberately did not explain clearly, but only mentioned Guanzhong, which required Wang Xiaolie to think clearly.

After much deliberation, I can only think that the Yongxing Military Road that Zhao Gou allowed Wang Xiaolie to occupy should be Yongxing Military Road.

The Song army's resistance to the Jin army on Yongxing Jun Road was not fierce, and the Jin army did not do much damage. The situation was much better than that on Jingxi Road and Hedong Road. As soon as Zhang Jun left, Wang Xiaolie wanted to move westward, and there was not much to occupy this area.

The territory of the Jin Army. With this place, there is capital to expand the army.

Looking at the dark night outside, Wang Xiaolie fell into deep thought.

From the bottom of his heart, Wang Xiaolie did not want Zhao Gou to launch the Northern Expedition. Once the Northern Expedition was won, Zhao Gou would have accumulated a huge reputation and his throne would be stable. At that time, even if Wang Xiaolie had a large number of troops, it would be difficult to shake Zhao Gou's dominance.

. Zhao Gou obviously understood this, so he was willing to delegate power to Wang Xiaolie in exchange for him sending troops on Hedong Road to coordinate the Northern Expedition. As long as the Northern Expedition succeeded, it would be easy to deal with Wang Xiaolie at that time.

Why doesn't Wang Xiaolie understand? If the Northern Expedition succeeds, he will be like a shooting star in this world. He once flashed a dazzling light, but will eventually fall silent. I just don't know if people will remember that light in the sky.

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With Zhao Gou as a person, as long as Wang Xiaolie gives up his military power, there is a high probability that he will be rich and wealthy for the rest of his life. Zhao Gou's biggest characteristic is that he can endure anything as long as he needs it.

Is this what you want?

Wang Xiaolie sat down at the table again, looked at the night quietly, and finally sighed.

What is the biggest contradiction in this era? Of course, it was the Northern Expedition to fight against the Jin Dynasty. As long as Zhao Gou grasped this main contradiction, there was nothing others could do. Even if Wang Xiaolie had the power to overthrow Zhao Gou, he did not want the people to suffer. More

What's more, the loyalty of his subordinates is difficult to guarantee.

What can be done?

Zhao Gou said that he wanted to go to the Northern Expedition, so Wang Xiaolie should help him as much as possible. He didn't want to lose his own way, so he mobilized all his troops and captured Taiyuan. If Zhao Gou succeeded in the Northern Expedition and destroyed the puppet Qi, the Song Dynasty would have a better strategic situation.

Zhao Gou's ambition is more ambitious, so he will continue to go north and occupy Youyan.

If Zhao Gou's Northern Expedition fails, it depends on how he will act. At this time, nothing is certain.

Leaning on the chair, Wang Xiaolie felt as if a huge stone was pressing on his chest, and he could hardly breathe.

The next morning, Wang Xiaolie woke up leisurely. Only to find that he had fallen asleep on the chair and there were pains all over his body. He stood up, staggered forward, and almost fell down. He felt hot all over his body and touched it.

My forehead was actually burning hot.

Slowly sitting on the edge of the bed, I felt that I no longer had the strength to stand up. I just sat there for a long time and sighed.

I wanted to call the soldiers to the room, but I found that my voice was hoarse and I could hardly make a sound. After sitting on the bed for a long time, I gathered enough strength to hold the table and move to the door. I opened the door and called the soldiers to come.

Let them make a bowl of ginger water.

The soldiers didn't dare to ask any more questions. They went to make some ginger water and reported to Cui Qing.

Cui Qing ran all the way over and saw Wang Xiaolie standing there holding on to the door frame. He looked weak, his eyes were empty, and his face was frighteningly white.

Stepping forward to support Wang Xiaolie, Cui Qing asked: "Xuanfu, what's wrong with you? You look really scary! Get some rest quickly, I'll call the military doctor!"

Wang Xiaolie shook his head: "I caught a cold last night. I drank some ginger water and had a good sleep. What's the use of calling a military doctor?"

Cui Qing helped Wang Xiaoyou to the bedside and sat down. He unfolded the quilt, laid down on it, and carefully tucked the corners of the quilt. He turned his head and saw that the charcoal fire had long gone out. He said, "I said I wanted to put a fire in Xuanfu's room."

Dao, Xuanfu just refused. Alas, then——"

Seeing Wang Xiaolie looking at him with his eyes open, he hurriedly stopped and said nothing.

Wang Xiaolie said: "I am destined to have this calamity, so you don't have to blame yourself. If things happen, just take good care of yourself."

Cui Qing nodded.

The soldiers brought ginger water over. Jiang Qing took it and served Wang Xiaolie carefully before drinking it.

Passing the bowl back to the soldier, Cui Qing glared at him and pointed to the charcoal basin next to him. The soldier felt guilty and hurriedly lowered his head.
Chapter completed!