Chapter 620 The Palace
The 300,000 army sounded similar to the number of troops Liu Bei sent when he went out of Shu to attack Guanzhong, but at that time Liu Bei only had two territory, Yizhou and Jingzhou. The places that needed to be stationed were all related to passes, which were easy to defend but difficult to attack. Although the territory of the Han Dynasty is wider, there are more places that need to be stationed.
Xiliang, Yunzhou, and Western Regions are all in danger and need more border guards. Without using these defenders, they can mobilize so many troops. Now the Han army is more than twice as strong as ten years ago. However, there are many factors for the victory or defeat of the war. It is naturally good to have a strong army, but the quality of the commander and general is also very important. Not to mention now, even in the previous life, when the foreign guns and cannons were shot in, with the help of favorable terrain, they can still kill the enemy holding oxygen guns and cannons?
Time, place, people and these things are useful in any era.
"Your Majesty, Kong Ming, the talent of Shi Yuan is a hundred times better than my own. Your Majesty should also know the style of marching and fighting. Why not let Shi Yuan and Kong Ming serve as the position of commander?" Liu Yi said with a wry smile.
"I have also discussed this matter with the two prime ministers." Liu Chan nodded. He heard Liu Yi's fighting style since he was a child, and basically criticized him. Even within the Han Dynasty, many people felt that Liu Yi did not have much real skills and could always be so smooth. One is to rely on defense, and the other is to rely on his superiors.
"Now the Han Dynasty is no longer as good as before. The left prime minister needs to sit in the rear and dispatch it in the middle. Therefore, when the expedition is launched, the right prime minister and Sikong lead one army and two large armies together, and the chances of victory are greater." Liu Chan said with a smile.
Although there were many military generals in the Han Dynasty, the only one who could command more than 100,000 troops to fight was probably Liu Yi. No matter how much they rely on to win, the record was there. Not to mention that, since Liu Chan ascended the throne, he suppressed the Xiongnu, destroyed the Xianbei, swept across the Western Regions, and expanded the territory for thousands of miles. With this achievement alone, no matter how many people were sour Liu Yi, he could not ignore this fact.
Especially when Liu Yi was pacifying the Western Regions, there were really no famous generals under him. Although Wei Chang, Wei Rong and later Huang Rong were children of generals, they had never fought any war before Liu Yi. Now they are not famous in the Western Regions?
Besides, Guan Ping, the generals who fought with Liu Yi before, did not have the ability to stand alone before Liu Yi. Guan Xing, Zhang Bao, and Zhao Guang were just starting out when they followed Liu Yi. Although they had outstanding family affairs and had some reputation, they really didn't have the ability.
There was also Liu Yi and Chen Quan who followed Liu Yi earlier, who are now also an important general in Jingzhou. They have been appreciated by Chen Dao and Huang Zhong and have made a lot of contributions.
In this way, none of the generals from Liu Yi's hands are mediocre, which shows the problem. Liu Yi may not be good at marching and fighting, but he will train people and be able to fully utilize the abilities of his subordinates and generals. This ability is sometimes more powerful than those famous generals all over the world.
"But I don't know how to send troops?" Liu Yi nodded helplessly. In fact, with the current situation, the troops were divided into more than a dozen groups and fought in concert. With the talent reserve of the Han Dynasty, there was no problem. It would be easy to defend against the two groups of troops. Of course, if you can win, the gains would be huge.
"This needs to be discussed with the two prime ministers." Liu Chan shook his head and smiled. He was not proficient in war. On this point, Liu Chan inherited Liu Bei's style. If he didn't understand, he would let those who knew do it. He just needed to sit in the back: "I invited Sikong to come this time to be the commander of Sikong. As for how to fight, I still need to discuss it."
Liu Yi nodded. As an emperor, being cautious is a good thing. After all, the war between 300,000 troops is too big, but it is not just about sending 300,000 people. Liu Yi also wanted to ask the two of them. In fact, if it was just a side-level division, veterans like Zhao Yun or Chen Dao could be competent. Zhao Yun's ability to suppress the Qiang people over the years and coordinate the overall situation is actually not bad.
"Then I will take my leave first." Liu Yi politely said to Liu Chan.
"Well, I know that Sikong is eager to return home, so I won't leave Sikong today. I will hold a banquet in the palace tomorrow to welcome Sikong." Liu Chan nodded and smiled, and personally sent Liu Yi out of the hall.
"Your Majesty stayed." Liu Yi walked out of the hall gate and bowed to Liu Chan.
"Huang Hao, send Sikong back to the mansion on my behalf." Liu Chan nodded with a smile and said to Huang Hao beside him.
"Here~" Huang Hao agreed and came to Sikong and said, "Sikong, please come here."
Liu Yi nodded and followed Liu Chan out.
After a while, after leaving the palace gate, Huang Hao did not take Liu Yi directly, but smiled at Liu Yi and said, "Sikong, should you take a rest before leaving?"
When Liu Yi heard this, he frowned and looked at Huang Hao: "Someone wants to see me?"
"The prince has been very harmonious and Sikong is famous. Today, I heard that Sikong has returned to the court. I want to see Sikong." Huang Hao quickly lowered his head and said.
Liu Yi has been in the top position for a long time. In Xizhou, Dayuan is decisive in killing and decisive. The momentum emitted by his frown made Huang Hao feel a little unbearable.
"Crown Prince?" Liu Yi frowned and said, "Since the prince is calling each other, I will visit you now."
But he felt a little resistant. Liu Chan was at the peak of the Spring and Autumn Period. What did the prince mean to find him at this time?
However, since the prince asked someone to come to find him, he had to see him. After all, he was the crown prince, so it was hard to disguise the other party's face.
"Please, Sikong, please." Huang Hao said hurriedly.
"I wonder what the prince is asking for me?" Liu Yi asked with a frown.
If the prince is considered to be a bloodline, he is considered a concubine. His mother, Concubine Wang, was originally the maid of the queen. Later, she was favored by Liu Chan and gave birth to Liu Xuan. As a concubine, she was not qualified to inherit the prince. However, the queen has never been able to come out. Liu Chan also made Liu Xuan the crown prince this year.
However, Liu Yi was not very familiar with this prince. He just liked riding and shooting, and was extremely involved and had some dandy things.
However, Liu Yi didn't care too much about this kind of thing. Wasn't Cao Cao also a playboy when he was young? Who hadn't done a few bastards when he was young?
"This... I don't know." Huang Hao shook his head and took Liu Yi straight to a side hall. Liu Yu, who was dressed in gorgeous clothes, was already waiting there. When he saw Liu Yi coming over, he stood up to greet him.
"Yi had long wanted to talk to Sikong about wine, but Sikong had not been in the court for a long time. This time, he finally had the opportunity to talk to Sikong about wine." Liu Yi smiled and said with a polite attitude.
Liu Yi bowed slightly and bowed to Liu Xuan and said, "Since the prince."
"Sikong doesn't need much politeness. I have already prepared a banquet. I have many questions to ask Sikong. How about Sikong joining me to have a banquet?" Liu Xuan said with a smile.
"The prince doesn't know anything. When I heard that His Majesty was summoned by him in Dayuan, I came here on a night and the wife suffered some cold along the way. I am afraid she will not be able to attend the banquet this time. If the prince has any advice, it is better to explain in detail." Liu Yi shook his head.
Although the 14 or 15-year-old child was a little scheming, he came to Liu Yi to show off his skills. Although Liu Yu said nothing, he could see that Liu Yu wanted to cultivate his own power.
Well, the status of a concubine is not good after all in this era when family background is emphasized. No matter whether the queen has no children now, as long as she is pregnant, she will be a legitimate son. Liu Xuan's status will definitely be shaken. Liu Chan is now at the age of prosperity in the Spring and Autumn Period and will be able to rule for a lot of time in the future. The position of crown prince can be changed. As long as he has a higher background than him, he can shake his inheritance rights.
It was just a dispute between the crown prince, and it was not convenient for Liu Yi to take the team now. Liu Chan is still there, so it is meaningless to take the team too early, which has caused Liu Chan's unhappiness.
As for Liu Xuan's succession, with Liu Chan's current state, it would be fine to live for another twenty or thirty years. After twenty or thirty years... I don't know if I am in this world, why bother to care about the affairs of that time?
"I am not considering it well, don't blame Sikong!" Liu Xuan bowed quickly and said. Although he was showing kindness, he was a 14 or 15-year-old child after all, with a stiff expression on his face.
"The prince doesn't have to do this." Liu Yi shook his head and smiled, "It's wrong for me, but my body is really uncomfortable. I hope the prince will not blame me."
"How could it be?" Liu Xuan's smile had recovered from calmness, and he nodded slightly, "Actually, there is nothing important. I'll send Sikong out of the palace."
"How dare you beg the prince?" Liu Yi shook his head quickly.
"It's okay." Liu Qi shook his head and smiled, "Sikong, please."
Liu Yi shook his head helplessly and accompanied Liu Xuan to the outside of the palace.
"I heard that my father's attack on Wei this time, and I intend to let Sikong take charge." Walking on the road, Liu Yi chatted with Liu Yi in a mess, and suddenly asked with a smile.
"This..." Liu Yi shook his head and said, "I have not decided yet, so I dare not speculate."
"There are several talented people around me. If Sikong is in charge, can they be allowed to follow Sikong and let them fight on the battlefield with Sikong and increase their experiences?" Liu Xuan looked at Liu Yi and said, "After all, even if they are talented and beautiful jade, if they stay in this Chang'an City, it will inevitably be abandoned. It is better to let them go to the battle with Sikong and ask Sikong for advice more."
Liu Yi sighed when he heard this. Although he refused the invitation from the prince, he would still be blocked in the end. Liu Yi was helpless, but this time he was not easy to refuse. He nodded and said, "Since it is the entrusted by the prince, I should do my best. But I have to say first. On the battlefield, it is not as good as Chang'an. I need to enforce orders. Those who disobey military orders will never tolerate them. This is to be responsible for the soldiers of the three armies."
If he is really a talent, Liu Yi will train him. After all, he is also a pillar of the Han Dynasty and should be treated equally. But if he comes to ask for trouble, don’t blame Liu Yi for being rude. These ugly words must be said in the front, and Liu Yi will never tolerate bad things.
Liu Xuan hurriedly said with great confidence: "Don't worry, if this is true, you must punish it heavily!"
Chapter completed!