Yuezhou City is not that tall.

But Yuezhou was an important node between Guanzhong and southern Xinjiang, so Shi Zhongtang stationed many soldiers.

In the Battle of Daozhou, the Yuezhou Army suffered a lot of losses, and Qian Song asked for help from Chang'an as soon as he returned.

But Shi Zhongtang’s reply was: stick to it!

The army is about to leave the border, and the Northern Xinjiang Army must be on the alert, waiting for the decisive battle.

Qian Song breathed a sigh of relief after learning that Shi Zhongtang was leaving seclusion.

But now he saw the Northern Xinjiang army swarming under the city, and he was confused.

"Isn't he afraid that the king will leave seclusion?"

…

"The city of Yuezhou is not high." Jiang Cunzhong said with some emotion, "Your Highness, if I order you to attack the city, I will guarantee that the city will be destroyed within five days."

"It is not a good thing to attack Yuezhou when Shi Zhongtang is about to leave the border." Li Xuan said: "After conquering Yuezhou, our army also divided its troops to suppress the guards. This is self-weakening."

He Lianrong said: "Even if the Yuezhou garrison surrenders, His Highness will not accept it."

Jiang Heer whispered: "So, we are just here to make a pretense."

"He'er is a lot smarter." Li Xuan always felt that his secretary was a bit dull. Although he didn't need his secretary to contribute his wisdom, if Bingxue was smart, it would still be pleasing to the eye!

That's... Jiang He'er was proud in his heart, but he said humbly: "Your Highness is very grateful."

"There's a bit of panic at the top of the city," Han Ji said.

Wang Laoer came back, "Your Highness, more than a hundred riders in the city have gone to Guanzhong."

"good!"

Li Xuan said: "Wait until dark!"

It was already afternoon. The Northern Xinjiang Army had lunch and immediately began to build siege equipment.

"Your Majesty's army is preparing to leave the border. It won't be long before the Northern Xinjiang Army will withdraw."

At the top of the city, Qian Song personally cheered for the defenders.

But he himself had no idea, and said to Tan Yun privately: "If the city is destroyed, I cannot leave, otherwise the king will not be able to spare me. However, I can ask you to report to the king..."

Tan Yun shed tears of gratitude and said, "You are so kind to me!"

Sure enough, no one wants to die in vain!

"The child I had with my aunt and her..." Qian Song handed over his hand, "When the time comes, I'll leave it to you."

Tan Yun raised his hand, "That's my son!"

"good!"

The worries in Qian Song's heart were gone, and he felt a little more free and easy.

In the evening, the Northern Xinjiang Army launched a wave of offensive, and the defenders worked together to overcome the difficulties.

…

The sun sets in the west.

Two common people came to the camp.

Jielong said: "Your Highness, these two are hunters near Daizhou, and they know the terrain of the mountains well."

Li Xuan was reading a document. When he heard this, he raised his head and said with a smile: "So, do you know the trail to Daizhou?"

The two hunters looked up and saw King Qin's eyes were warm and his lips were smiling, but his majesty was heart-wrenching.

"Know."

Li Xuan asked: "Why are you willing to serve Gu?"

At this moment, the situation in the south is the most confusing, and the people are panicked and don't know who they can rely on.

An Orion said: "Those people are rebelling, only His Highness is!"

"Get ready and set off at night."

Two hunters were taken away.

Jielong said: "When we found them, these two men were quite fierce and injured two of our brothers. Later, someone revealed their identity and we cooperated."

"Congratulations, Your Highness!"

Han Ji handed over his hand, "Although Shi Zhongtang and Shi Gongming had the name of Qingjun side, everyone in the world knew that these two people were treason. And in the name of His Highness, he went south, abandoned Guanzhong all the way, broke through Daozhou, and prepared to fight against

Shi Ni’s decisive battle. In the eyes of the people of the world, this means taking the overall situation into consideration!”

"The people are not stupid." Li Xuan said with mixed feelings: "They have not read many books. Many of them have never left their hometowns in their lives and have little knowledge. But they have a strong balance in their hearts and know who is really good to them."

He pointed to his chest, "I hope that everyone has a steelyard in their heart. One end carries the people of the Tang Dynasty, and the weight is conscience."

Li Xuan said: "Gu Zhi said that conscience is a bit empty, so let's put it another way. Why is Han Ji alive? You want to show your ambition, and for this reason, you keep encouraging Gu to raise troops."

Everyone couldn't help but smile.

Han Ji smiled and said, "This is just my hobby."

Sure enough, Han rebelled... Li Xuan pointed at him, "As a human being, he has selfish motives. As a human being, he likes fame, wealth and wealth. If I don't ask you to become a saint, there are no saints in this world. I just want you to remember it.

Imprisoned."

Everyone stood with hands tied.

Li Xuan lightly tapped the table with his fingers, "Regard the people of the world as human beings!"

He knocked on the table hard, and everyone looked up.

"Don't treat them like livestock!"

Everyone was in awe, "Take the order!"

…

After walking out of the tent, the old thief found Tu Chang, "What do you think of Mr. Tu's remarks?"

"People in this world like to lie. The more noble a person is, the less truth they tell. His Highness once said that the king is like a boat and the people are like water. Water can carry a boat, but it can also overturn it."

Tu Chang looked at the old thief, "Do you think His Highness is just talking?"

…

"Before the war, His Highness beat the ministers like this and said, "Don't treat the people like animals. It's embarrassing."

Han Ji and He Lianrong, who was wearing monk robes, walked side by side.

In the camp, the soldiers were packing their things quietly.

He Lianrong touched his bald head and said, "There is a forest in Yuezhou City, which can be regarded as a sight. Someone suggested the day before yesterday that spies could be sent into the city. When the army attacks the city, they can set fire to the forest and burn down Yuezhou City."

"If this is the case, the people in the city will probably suffer heavy casualties." Han Ji was busy planning other things for the past two days, and only then did he know the reason for Li Xuan's words today.

"Some people say that kindness does not lead the army. His Highness immediately refuted it, saying that the duty of a warrior is to die for the country, and the duty of the common people is to pay taxes and everyone should do their job. A warrior should sacrifice his life for the country without any hesitation, but why should the common people be held accountable?"

"That's well said!"

"That's good, but you, Han Reibu, may feel that His Highness is too benevolent, right?"

"Ahem!" Han Ji coughed dryly, "It's nothing."

"I know that you don't care about this, but our lord is extraordinary and can't get rid of the dirt in his eyes. You still have to curb your thoughts of treating people in the world like stupid dogs."

Han Ji didn't care about the people of the world at all. In his opinion, if it would help Li Xuan's great cause, it would be no big deal for some people to die.

He Lianrong immediately returned to his tent.

His things were simple, a few volumes of scriptures, the Four Treasures of the Study, and a few changes of clothes.

It was so simple that he didn't need anyone's help, he cleaned it up in just a few seconds.

"master."

He Lianrong, who was bundled up with his back to the curtain, slowly turned around and looked outside with squinted eyes, "It's Jiang Zhonglang! But is there something wrong?"

Jiang Cunzhong came in and said, "Master, this is too simple."

"How much can you eat in one meal? How much space can one person sleep in? How many clothes can one person wear?" He Lianrong sat down cross-legged and said slowly: "This stinky skin is just a place for the soul to rest. Why be too worried?

.”

This statement was heresy for Jiang Cunzhong. He sat down with a smile and said, "The master's realm is admirable."

"Say it!" He Lianrong slowly moved the rosary beads in his hand.

"The day before yesterday, someone suggested setting fire to the city and destroying it, but His Highness scolded him. To be honest, that person has some friendship with me." Jiang Cunzhong and Han Ji were not at odds with each other, but He Lianrong never took sides, so neither party was offended.

"Are you worried?" He Lianrong asked.

"Yes." Jiang Cunzhong said: "Please give me some advice, master, otherwise that person may not be able to sleep."

"Your Highness's majesty is growing!" He Lianrong felt that this was not a bad thing. "His Highness said that governance is for the people, and what he said today is an extension of that. All means of governance are based on the people. The same goes for fighting.

.”

Those words were taboo.

"However, it is not a bad thing to offer advice. The speaker is not guilty. Your Highness is not so narrow-minded." He Lianrong said.

Logically speaking, Jiang Cunzhong should be satisfied. But he lowered his voice and said, "Do these words of His Highness have any implications for the future?"

When someone in a superior position casually says something, the people below have to think about it. This has been the case throughout the ages.

If you want to have a smooth official career, you must understand the thoughts of the person in charge thoroughly, so that you can adapt to his preferences.
To be continued...