Love Affairs in Chang'an - Chapter 305

Chapter 305 Heroes Return to Myriad Fans
[Returning from illness, recovering and updating … Well, it’s actually only half healed. It won’t be too fast for the time being, but I’ll try my best.] ]

The contest between the Great Tang and Tibet could be regarded as a contest between barbarism and civilization.

Tibet, now even their own words have not been created, Rumao living in groups, father and son sharing women, many children were born only know their mothers do not know their fathers; The Great Tang is stepping into a golden age. The open and inclusive national style is like the sea and the rivers. It is also the era of the birth of the most poets in the history of China.

But in the military contest, the advantage of the Great Tang over Tibet was not so obvious. The Tibetan terrain and cavalry allowed them to maintain pressure on the powerful Central Plains without fear, full of aggressiveness.

However, when the height of civilization was linked to technology, the cavalry advantage that the Tibetans relied on for their livelihood was instantly wiped out.

The Battle of Da Fei Chuan was not just a military victory or a regional recapture. When Xue Wanjun and the others saw Qin Mubai leading more than a thousand soldiers and horses into the camp with thirty cannons, their shock could not be described in words or words.

Ten thousand against sixty thousand, this was definitely not an order of magnitude contest. In the past, if there weren’t a hundred thousand troops, even a peerless tiger general like Qin Shubao wouldn’t have absolute confidence in shaking the Tibetans. With Li Jing around, even if he could win, it would still be a protracted war. After all, the case of Qing Qi taking the Turkic captive Jieli Khan was rare for thousands of kilometers.

But Qin Mubai did it. Apart from the previous bravado and suspicious soldiers, there were only 200 artillery units participating in the battle.

Two hundred people, set up a large barracks and expel 60,000 people …

When the 30 red-clothed cannons were mounted on the newly constructed high-altitude cannon rack, their dark muzzles aimed in the direction of the Tibetans’ retreat to the west, their ice-cold bodies almost rose to the height of gods.

Xue Wanjun deliberately slipped around the scorched black hole created by the cannon. He measured the size and depth of the cannon hole with his own feet. Finally, he sighed, “If he was going to be shot with a cannon … where would he find the corpse?”

At this moment, he suddenly felt that his martial arts, which he had always been proud of, and the aura of immediately crossing the battlefield with his saber, were simply as humble as ants in front of such a cannon, as ridiculous as shook a tree.

“Tibetans, your defeat is not unjust!”

A day later, in the middle of the army tent.

Xue Wanjun sat in the first place, but he felt uncomfortable on his left and right. The reason for that was because all the attention of the school was focused on Qin Mubai, the corps commander with the first seat in his left hand. He had enjoyed the naked respect and admiration as well as the divine gaze, and he could not be more familiar with it.

But now, this did not belong to him anymore.

A youth is to be regarded with respect.

“Young General, the battlefield has been cleaned up. Once the Tibetans collapsed for a thousand miles, they left behind their horses, yaks, and countless tents.” Xue Wanjun smiled sincerely and humbly. “The army counted more than 13,400 horses and 6,000 yaks. The grain was enough for sixty thousand troops for half a year, piled up like a mountain, and there were countless ordnance supplies. This battle was won so thoroughly that we don’t even know how to deal with so many spoils of war. “What do you think, young general?”

Qin Mubai smiled faintly, “Everything, but based on what Xue Jiangjun said, does this subordinate have other words?”

“Oh, there’s no need for you to be so polite, Young General. It’s better to express your opinions!” Xue Wanjun patiently asked, “Taking down Da Feichuan should be part of Lanzhou’s grand plan. The young general has the overall plan. Where does Xue Mou’an dare to specialize?”

Everyone shook their heads sadly as soon as these words were spoken. Although Xue Wanjun was the commander of this handsome tent, the overall plan fell into the hands of Qin Mubai, the weak-crowned major general.

“Then this subordinate won’t be polite.” Qin Mubai clasped his fists and said, “Da Feichuan has taken down. Our Lanzhou army has occupied one of the most important military hubs and expanded hundreds of kilometers westward.” Moreover, Da Feichuan was the gateway to Tuyu Hun. With Da Feichuan in hand and Hou Junji’s victory in Song Zhou, there was no need to worry about returning to the territory of the Great Tang. For me, Lanzhou, the silk trade path will be unhindered from now on, Lanzhou business opportunities are limitless, financial resources are rolling in the future. This is an excellent virtuous circle, but the prerequisite is that we must firmly defend the Da Fei Chuan and not lose for a moment. Therefore, I propose to raise the defense line of Shan City to Da Feichuan, and General Xue Wanjun will be in charge of all important military and political affairs here. ”

“En, good. This general also has this intention. Young general coincides with this general.” Xue Wanjun happily agreed. At the same time, his heart was filled with gratitude towards Qin Mubai.

The defeat of Da Fei Chuan last time caused him to lose his teacher and endanger Shan Zhou, and he was also demoted from his post. This time, he was able to take down Da Feichuan so easily and contentedly. This achievement was reported to the Imperial Court. How could he, the Commander-in-Chief, not be rewarded? One. Secondly, opening up the frontier and pioneering the wilderness is a great thing that benefits the history of the modern era. This dynasty has always attached great importance to reclaiming the wilderness for the country and the people. Xue Wanjun held such a large fertile land and military hub in his hands, giving full play to his military and political achievements.

Xue Wanjun had no choice but to be overjoyed. But in the next second, he felt somewhat embarrassed … It was as if Qin Mubai only had to think of another idea, and this military contribution and achievements could be left to others, and it had nothing to do with him, Xue Wan. He felt that Qin Mubai’s charity was on his left and right. However, this charity was extremely useful. Even if he used it, he wouldn’t be able to care about such things as face and seniority.

He couldn’t help but sigh in his heart, “This brat, turn your hand over and rain for the clouds. Even a great general like me is willing to accept his charity and eat his favor. How about someone else?” … This ability of his wrist, over time, how could he limit it?

The way Xue Wanjun looked at Qin Mubai was filled with a trace of what other people used to look at him.

Awe.

Xue Wanche and the others were shocked when they saw this. Apart from being discouraged and cursed, they had no choice but to admit defeat in their hearts. Especially when they saw the thirty red-robed cannons standing proudly in the east wind, more fear than reverence appeared in their hearts.

Qin Mubai said, “This victory has resulted in the capture of countless military resources.” This subordinate suggested that half of the military funds be taken out to reward the soldiers of the three armies, and the other half be kept for the Governor’s Manor to plan for the farming and pastoral production of Dafeichuan. After this subordinate returned to Lanzhou, he invited the Great Governor to send another civilian worker and military forces to Dafeichuan to strengthen the defense and increase the manpower and labor force. Of course, the families of the soldiers must also be transferred over. ”

‘”Hahaha–” A hearty laughter sounded from the tent. Qin Mubai’s humane suggestion made the crowd laugh heartily.

“More than ten thousand warhorses, I won’t take a single one with me. All of them will be kept in Dafeichuan.” Qin Mubai said, “These Tibetan warhorses are accustomed to the cold and snowy plateau. We must make our soldiers accustomed to riding these warhorses. Besides, yaks are not allowed to slaughter one of them!”

“Why is this?” Xue Wanjun was puzzled, “The soldiers were eating their dry rations all day long. Seeing that the saliva of those yaks was almost three feet long!”

“We can’t kill him.” Qin Mubai said firmly, “Milk can be squeezed in to drink or brew wine. I don’t care about that. In short, other than the sick yak, no one is allowed to move. Yak, plateau boat. Marching for war, grain first. Without plateau boat, we can only bring dry rations for a few days. We can’t sleep in tents, so we can’t move at all.”

“That’s why!” With Qin Mubai’s words, Xue Wanjun and the others understood-this was clearly a foreshadowing for entering Tibet and striking Tibet in the future-Young General, is your ambition small?

“Not only can’t we kill them, we also need to take the initiative to raise them artificially.” “Yaks are good stuff,” Qin Mubai said. “What Dafeichuan does not lack the most is fertile pasture. The climate is not suitable for farming, so they raise Tibetan warhorses and yaks. Milk alone can be considered a good income. When Lanzhou’s commerce develops, it will be difficult for Dafeichuan’s garrison to be poor.”

“Haha, Young General, you have great insights, what great insights!” Xue Wanjun laughed heartily.

A fool wouldn’t want to get rich!

Qin Mubai only smiled and said, “General Xue Wanjun is stationed in Dafeichuan, guarding his throat and carrying out animal husbandry.” When I return to Lanzhou, I will ask the Great Governor to choose another person for the vacant position of military and political officer of Shanzhou. General Xue Wanzhai, please return to Liangzhou. After Dafei Chuan won the battle, the Silk Road could be diverted nearby. Liangzhou is a fork in the road. General Xue Wanche, please try your best to persuade merchants to take Lanzhou, and provide as many relay stations as possible to protect them. This way, not only would the journey be hundreds of miles away, it would also be safer. In this way, Lanzhou’s financial resources would definitely increase. It’s easy to do business with money! ”

“Alright! I will be returning to Liangzhou immediately! Who wouldn’t want to do something about making money?” Xue Wanche laughed out loud.

“In addition, liangzhou can be said to be the first line of defense in the northwest, the western turks and the western regions, should not be taken lightly. After the Battle of Dafeichuan, the Tibetans would definitely not accept it. Given the might of the cannons and the reputation of General Xue Wanjun, they probably wouldn’t dare to easily attack Tuyu Hun and Da Feichuan in the south. In this way, the Northwest Trading Road and the Western Regions might become their targets. After all, the Tibetans were not only interested in the territory, but also in the huge commercial profits and the fertile land they could plunder. Intercepting the Dao Trading Road was one of their intentions to occupy Da Feichuan alive and well. In the future, it is hard to guarantee that they will not make any moves in the Western Regions and directly attack our trade route from the source. Therefore, the strategic point of the western front of the Great Tang was likely to turn to Liangzhou. Therefore, General Xue Wanche, the burden on you will be heavier. ”

“Yes, thank you for reminding me, Young General. I already know what to do!” Xue Wanche had no choice but to admit defeat. He had no problem going to war. He really hadn’t thought so deeply about the surrounding situation and the military, government, and civil affairs. If Qin Mubai hadn’t reminded him, he wouldn’t have been able to figure out these curves even if he had broken his skull.

“From now on, Da Feichuan, Liangzhou, and Lanzhou will become the three horns under the Governor’s Mansion.” Qin Mubai smiled and said, “Holiday time develops and grows. You can advance thousands of miles, but you can retreat steadily like a rock. Lanzhou, pay attention to shining at the border of the Nine Continents!”

Hearing this, Xue Wanjun felt a little hot-blooded. This was the kind of excitement that filled his brain when he charged into battle and was about to win.

He stood up and cupped his fists towards a subordinate with the attitude of a commander-in-chief. He said impassioned, “If the River Dragon can carry forward the might of the Tang Empire and create an unparalleled feat, then everything will be up to the young general. We will follow orders and go through fire and water!”

“Go through fire and water!” All the generals stood up and clasped their fists in unison.

Qin Mubai stood up and greeted him with a smile.

Of course, who wouldn’t want to make a fortune by working together?

After lingering for two days, Qin Mubai decided to return to Lanzhou after confirming that the Tibetans had indeed escaped without a trace.

Xue Wanjun hosted a banquet for Qin Mubai and kept toasting him. After half drunk, he seemed to have borrowed the strength of the wine to summon up the courage to say, “Young General wants to leave. Those 200 artillery …”

Are you finally willing to beg me? I won’t give you such a big favor for nothing. Qin Mubai smiled and said, “How about leaving it to General Xue?”

“Ah, that’s great!” Xue Wanjun smiled happily. He could not conceal his expression as if he was a precious treasure. He said, “With these 30 red-robed cannons and 200 artillery, there is no need for Tibet to be afraid of a million troops attacking.”

“You can’t trust me.” Qin Mubai impolitely poured him a ladle of cold water and said, “The reason why our army won the previous battle was because the red-robed cannon appeared on the stage for the first time, causing the Tibetans to be confused. Therefore, they may still suspect that it was a heavenly deity who surrendered.” However, such an effect would definitely not be as effective the second time. Therefore, the red-robed cannon was afraid that its might would be greatly reduced, and it could only display a limited amount of lethality. Therefore, you must not superstition its ability. Caution, vigilance, and acting according to one’s strength were the main points to protect Da Feichuan. Thirty red cannons … It might not be as powerful as General Xue had imagined. Therefore, the cavalry horses in your hands are still fundamental. ”

“Yes, that’s, that’s.” Xue Wanjun was poured a bucket of cold water, still filled with gratitude and surprise. In his opinion, those cannons and artillery were simply “divine objects”! Just like the soldier’s Three Treasures [Soldier’s Vest], the most awesome divine object in the world was now handed over to him. It didn’t matter how useful this thing was, this vanity was enough to enjoy.

After the banquet, Qin Mubai led the Qinyi Prefecture cavalry and returned with Xue Rengui, Yuwen Hongtai, and the others. Xue Wanche also left with him, bringing three or five followers out of Dafeichuan, and then turned around to rush to Liangzhou.

Along the way, Yuwen Hongtai, who hadn’t killed a single person in the entire battle and hadn’t even seen the faces of a few Tibetans clearly, was so idle that his eggs hurt. He had been silent for most of the time, and his face was still a little green, like an angry child. Qin Mubai and Xue Rengui looked at him and wanted to laugh.

The military report of Dafei Chuan’s victory had already been sent to Lanzhou. From the Governor’s Mansion to the commoners, they were all overjoyed. Qin Mubai attacked twice and returned with two big victories. This time, everyone came to welcome him. Qin Mubai rode the Fire Cloud Divine Steed into Lanzhou with high spirits and bowed to the people along the way.

Looking at the infatuated expressions of those young women and tender women, and listening to their screams, he seemed to have a hint of a “myriad of people fascinated” illusion. He felt that he was in unprecedented good shape.

Princess Gaoyang had been idle for a few days, so idle that her head fainted. Hearing that Qin Mubai was coming back, she was the first to be happy. Originally, she wanted to “romantically” pick him up at the city gate of Lanzhou, but when she saw this unprecedented scene, she was depressed. Especially when she saw Qin Mubai’s face that was filled with laughter when facing the group of infatuated girls, her cautious liver started to burn with nameless karma, causing the small universe to burn rampantly.

So she moved a chair and sat in the courtyard to sleep in the sun. Looking at the sparse leaves above her head, a string of sentences popped out between her teeth, “The cheating on the streets, the smile on her face towards those vulgar pink wives and mistresses … Let’s see how I’ll deal with you later, humph!”

“Princess, what are you muttering about?”

“Boil water, boil water! Prepare to take a bath!–Wash that guy to death!”