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Volume 2: Hope for Chang'an Chapter 65: Prelude to destroy Yan from two sides

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    Chapter 65: Prelude to destroying Yan from two sides

    The war in Ye County has subsided, and the city has returned to normal order. The patrols coming and going are in teams of twenty, ten of them are He Donghai's subordinates, ten are soldiers of the Anxi Army, and every one of He Donghai's subordinates is there.  Trying to imitate the posture of Anxi Army soldiers, fearless, like a half-asleep tiger when patrolling, although it looks harmless, everyone can feel the danger, which is cultivated through countless bloody battles  The smell of carnivorous animals and ferocious tigers can make people's hearts tremble even when they are sleeping.

    Wan Hai didn't treat He Donghai's people lightly with the equipment, but even if the equipment was the same, it was still clear who were He Donghai's people and Anxi Army soldiers on the other side. The dozen or so businessmen detained by Wan Hai in Ye County were all released yesterday.  After returning, their task was to organize enough ships to provide enough ships to transport supplies for Li Hu's sea-crossing army. Another important dock, Dengzhou Penglai Wharf, was also captured by a partial division of the Anxi Army.

    Penglai also belongs to He Donghai's sphere of influence. This unicorn shark is worthy of being the maritime overlord of the three eastern states of Henan Province. Now all the prominent figures in Ye County have left the city early in the morning and have all gone to the dock. The important figures of the Anxi Army,  General Li Hu, the cousin of Sikong Li Zuoguo, personally led the army across the sea to Ye County, and everyone in the city did not dare to neglect him.

    Everyone knew whose tree they would rest under in the future, so they all went to the pier to greet them. The brigade commander Sauri, who had made great contributions, became a leading captain, but he only had a thousand soldiers.  Five hundred people were responsible for guarding Ye County, and they were stationed in Ye County together with He Donghai's 2,000 people.

    Sauri was at the north gate of the city. Not far away was Sauri's military camp. Sauri stretched himself out of boredom. He also wanted to greet the former general, but Wan Hai ordered him to stay in Ye County.  Uri had no choice but to obey his orders. Seeing a human head hanging on the flagpole of the city gate swaying slightly in the wind, Sauri's heart began to heat up. This was a general named Xu Shilong.

    Sa'uli remembered that he was the first to invade Ye County the night before yesterday, and then led his troops to attack the city. Unexpectedly, he encountered a group of Yan troops head-on. The leader, a general wearing exquisite armor and riding a horse, immediately attracted Sa'uli.  Uri's attention, Sauri ordered the crossbows to fire without saying a word. On such a narrow street, the Anxi Army's crossbows were completely a means of massacre.

    Although Sauri only had more than two hundred soldiers, almost everyone had a crossbow. A burst of crossbow arrows were fired, and the leading general was suddenly filled with crossbow arrows. Although the armor was excellent, in front of the second-generation crossbow of the Anxi Army,  Xu Jianglong was killed by crossbow arrows before he even had time to take out his weapon, and was hit by three arrows on his face.

    Sauri was the first to rush forward and cut off Xu Jianglong's head with a knife. A brief battle ensued. The Yan army, which had lost its general, soon collapsed. They all knelt down and surrendered, and some resisted outside the city.  After the Anxi Army and He Donghai's troops entered the city, they were quickly wiped out. The 7,000 rabble remaining outside the city were almost scattered. Ye County fell before they could hold out until midnight.

    Sauri made another great contribution, and Wan Hai immediately decided to promote Sauri to Yangwu Colonel, becoming a real mid-level officer of the Anxi Army. Sauri's little mind did not care about the size of the official position. What Sauri cared about was  How much money can be given as a reward? Sauri, who is used to living a poor life, has an obsession with money.

    The waist was stretched so hard that all the joints in his body were cracking. Sauri licked his lips in boredom, turned around and headed towards the military camp. The soldiers of the Anxi Army who were resting today had to play a few rugby matches. Sauri was not interested in such rough and violent actions.  The interest in the game was not as strong as usual. Rubbing his big hands like bear paws, Sauri quickened his pace. Today he wanted to have a good time playing ball. The ten soldiers behind him quickly followed up. This was the same Sauri.  tribal people.

    The pier outside the city was already crowded, and those who could stand at the front were all the powerful men of Ye County. Of course, He Donghai, the unicorn shark who had made great achievements, was standing second in the front row. Only Wan Hai was in front of him, and Fatty Qian  By the time more than a dozen people stood in the second row, Qian Fatty and others were convinced by the strength of the Anxi Army. Although it took time for them to organize the fleet, Ye County or the three eastern states of Henan Province headed by Fatty Qian immediately  Several wealthy businessmen have already gone to Wan Hai to express their determination.

    Wan Hai only left them one sentence at that time: "Our generals don't like words, we only like to see people's actual actions. As long as you do well, our generals will not hesitate to reward you."

    A large open space was opened at the dock. Some people with lower status in Yexian County were far away from each other. They all looked at those standing in the circle with envious eyes, including the night when the Anxi Army captured Yexian County.  , Xu Jianglong immediately jumped out and surrendered, and appointed Niu Yunkai, the governor of Ye County. The Niu family was originally a large family in Ye County, with the most land. However, the Niu family, which had the most land, suffered the most from the war.

    The biggest fear of people who rely on land to collect rent isNatural disasters and wars would cause them heavy losses. Niu Yunkai had no choice but to be the first to seek refuge with Xu Jianglong. In order to set Niu Yunkai as an example, Xu Jianglong appointed Niu Yunkai as his successor.  He became the first county governor of Laizhou and the last county governor of Laizhou in Yan State. However, Niu Yunkai knew his own suffering. Niu Yunkai had to bear at least 70% of the rations for Xu Jianglong's soldiers and horses. This also made Niu Yunkai  While he was complaining, he hated Xu Jianglong deeply. Later, when the Anxi Army came, Niu Yunkai learned that Xu Jianglong had died in the battle and immediately surrendered, which also allowed him to have a place on the dock to wait for Li Hu's arrival. Of course,  Standing tickets to the back, outside the circle.

    He Donghai, who came over early in the morning, and more than 20 people, as well as Wan Hai, were all sitting in chairs, surrounded by screens to protect them from the wind. He Donghai originally thought that he had to stand there and wait to be respectful, but Wan Hai directly ordered to take them.  He came to the chair and said to He Donghai: "The former general never talks about such nonsense. As long as you serve the Anxi Army wholeheartedly, the former general will naturally appreciate you. If you spend your time on how to flatter, the former general will probably  I won¡¯t like to see you.¡±

    This was the clearest thing Wan Hai could say to He Donghai. Of course He Donghai understood it, but the seven or eight brigade commander-level officers in Wan Hai's Anxi Army stood there upright, not sitting at all.  Wan Hai looked at He Donghai's questioning expression and explained: "This is the rule set by Sikong Li. Except for meals, only one person in the military can have a seat, that is, the highest-ranking general present, and the rest  Everyone has to stand. Sikong said that this is to cultivate the sense of honor of soldiers. Only by fighting hard and meritorious service and promotion can you enjoy the exclusive honor of sitting. Of course, civil servants and Mr. He are not considered soldiers, so they don't have to keep such a rule.  Behave yourself.¡±

    He Donghai nodded slowly. Such an Anxi army is really inextricably strong. There is a strict hierarchy. The concept of hierarchy is deeply rooted in the hearts of every soldier. As long as the general's order is issued, every soldier will move forward even if he knows it is a dead end.  This is a force of habit, and He Donghai vaguely understood Li Zuoguo's intention.

    Looking at He Donghai's thoughtful look, Wan Hai nodded secretly. This He Donghai was definitely not a fool. He looked like a rough and unscrupulous person. Even when he came here to greet Li Hu, He Donghai was wearing the same clothes.  The well-fitting robe was squeezed tightly by his muscles. At first glance, he looked like a rude and uncivilized pirate. It seemed that this appearance was He Donghai's disguise.

    Seeing that it was almost noon, some sail shadows appeared in the depths of the sea. Everyone knew that it was the fleet that Li Hu was riding on. Everyone was refreshed. Wan Hai stood up and waved his hand. Dozens of Anxi  The soldiers stepped forward and removed all the screens, chairs and other items, and everyone stood up and waited.

    After more than half an hour, the sails in the distance turned into a huge fleet. There were probably more than a hundred large merchant ships. It felt like the sea in front of the entire dock was completely filled. All the ships had a black background with a black bottom on them.  The image of a shark with a single horn is embroidered on it, which is the symbol of He Donghai. He Donghai is indeed the largest pirate and sea merchant. This fleet can show the strength of He Donghai.

    A particularly huge sea ship slowly approached the dock. Fatty Qian and others naturally knew this ship. This was He Donghai's own ship, the Unicorn Shark, and it was the only ship that reached the 2,000-meter mark.  Big ships, the biggest obstacle to shipbuilding today is the keel. The Unicorn Shark is a giant fir tree that is over 2,000 years old that He Donghai bought in Baekje. He used this fir wood to make an extra-long keel to build this ship.  This ship is almost the largest ship in the entire Tang Dynasty.

    The Unicorn Shark slowly approached the pier. Because the ship's side was too high, the three largest portholes on the second deck, which were like small doors, extended out from the springboard. The draft of the big ship was very deep, and the average big ship was  It cannot dock directly at the dock, but the dock in Ye County is an excellent deep-water port, which can allow the Unicorn Shark to dock at the dock.

    Some men in green jackets slipped from the rope on the side of the ship to the pier, and threw off the thick cable rope from the ship. Wan Hai saw a burly figure appearing on a springboard near the bow. It was the former general of the Anxi Army.  Li Hu, Li Hu did not wear the iconic heavy stainless steel armor, but for Wan Hai, a person from Li Zuoguo's personal bodyguard, he could recognize it at a glance based on his body shape. It was slightly taller than others, but the width was  Only Li Hu has a body that is half as strong as an ordinary person.

    Li Hu, the famous victorious general, the invincible former general, and the first person in the Anxi Army Wuhou, seemed to be swaying when walking on the springboard. The soldiers who followed Li Hu seemed to want to help Li Hu, but Li Hu was  Li Hu threw him away, but Li Hu's figure shook even more. Wan Hai became worried and rushed forward to meet him.

    Fortunately, Li Hu was very skilled in martial arts. Although he was shaking, he walked off the springboard without any danger. As soon as his feet stepped on the land, Li Hu swayed again, and then stood firm. Wan Hai had already walked to Li Hu, a  Chest-beating ceremony: "Former general, Zhenwu captain, and former army captain Wanbei are here."?¡±

    Li Hu¡¯s face was a little pale. He looked at Wan Hai without making a sound for a long time. His eyes were a little strange, as if he was enduring something. Wan Hai couldn¡¯t help but wonder, did the snacks he ate stick to his face?  Or is there something wrong with the clothes?  Wan Hai first lowered his head and looked at his armor. There was nothing wrong with it. Then he wiped his face with his hand and found nothing. He looked at Li Hu strangely. Wan Hai asked tentatively: "Ex-general, see Wan Hai."  Pass the general." Several brigade commanders behind Wan Hai also performed a military salute at the same time.

    Li Hu raised his head, as if holding his breath, then glanced down and returned to normal. Li Hu said slowly: "Captain Wan has made a great contribution this time, thank you for your hard work," and glanced behind Wan Hai.  , He Donghai had an eager look on his face. Li Hu had never met He Donghai, but He Donghai helped a lot this time. Li Hu knew that the man behind Wan Hai was probably He Donghai, so he nodded and continued:  "This must be the famous unicorn shark He Donghai and the boss?"

    After receiving Wan Hai's nod to confirm, He Donghai didn't expect that Li Hu's first words would be to greet him. Although he had been sitting in the boss's seat for a long time, it was a ragtag group of people and Li Hu, a high-ranking official who commanded thousands of troops and made marquises.  , these few words made He Donghai's whole old face exude the brilliance of a red sun rising in the east. He Donghai bowed repeatedly, as if he didn't know how to salute. Kneel down. It seems that there are few kneels in the Anxi army. Learn to beat your chest.  , He Donghai was confused as he was not an Anxi soldier.

    Li Hu was still more considerate and waved his hand and said: "Master He, don't be too polite. This time the Henan Road strategy can be implemented, you are the first to do it. Sikong Jing will definitely form a naval army. From now on, you and I will be the same soldiers in Anxi,  You¡¯re welcome.¡±

    Wan Hai was about to introduce Fatty Qian and the others behind him, but Li Hu suddenly turned pale and held out his hand to stop Wan Hai from speaking: "Arrange a carriage for me. I'm not feeling well on the boat. Let's talk about anything when we get to Yexian.  , Wan Hai, you stay and arrange for the troops behind to disembark, and I will take the first step."

    Wan Hai was stunned for a moment, and then the corner of his mouth curled up in an incomprehensible arc, and he quickly arranged the carriage to the dock. Li Hu eagerly got on the carriage, and went to Ye County with the two hundred cavalrymen who got off the boat.  It was sea time, so horses were brought on the big ship. Many of the cavalry were as pale as Li Hu, but they still insisted on riding and escorted Li Hu away, leaving a group of confused greeters on the dock.

    Fatty Qian walked into Wan Hai anxiously and asked in a low voice: "The former general seems to have a problem with us? Lieutenant Wan, we have never done anything to harm the Anxi Army. You have to tell the difference for us."

    Wan Hai suppressed a smile. He already knew why Li Hu was like this. Li Hu, a former general with strong martial arts and noble titles, was seasick. No wonder his expression and behavior were so strange, but Wan Hai wanted to protect the former general's face. He coughed.  He said in one voice: "Everyone, the former general has nothing to say to you. I just need to rest after a long journey, and I also want to see your sincerity. I believe the former general will summon you soon. Please be prepared."

    Li Hu was leaning on a bamboo couch with a bowl of white porridge in front of him. His face had returned to color. He was listening to Wan Hai's report. However, Li Hu was really seasick. In less than two days, Li Hu was  The boat was so full of vomit that it was incomparable with Sauri's adaptability. The former general who could face thousands of troops without fear was knocked down by seasickness. This was already the second day after Li Hu arrived in Ye County.  , Li Hu, who had just escaped from seasickness, called Wan Hai to hear the news.

    "So Sauri is really a lucky general? Good things have happened to him. Wan Hai, you have done a good job. I will report to Sikong to ask for credit. Now is our key. We must get the supplies as soon as possible.  The grain and grass are delivered. The harder we beat here, the more blood we give to An Qingxu, and the less pressure Sikong has to send troops from Tongguan. An Qingxu cannot let him continue to be arrogant, otherwise the entire Henan Province will be defeated by him.  It¡¯s rotten,¡± Li Hu said.

    Wan Hai bowed and said: "Thank you to the former general. Now that the defeated troops have probably spread the news of the loss of Ye County to Jinan Mansion, Luo Zian is probably ready to send troops. As long as we annihilate Luo Zian, then one of An Qingxu's arms will be  Interrupted."

    Li Hu laughed ferociously: "This is exactly the purpose of my coming. The sooner the war in this world ends, the worst thing is for the war to last for a long time. Even if Li Longji and An Qingxu are wiped out, the country will be left in ruins."  , but it is the most difficult to deal with, especially this boy An Qingxu, whose crazy conscription and looting makes people really want to tear off his head."

    Wan Hai said: "Then we will be well prepared. There are many soldiers who are seasick. Fortunately, the sea route is short. It only takes a few days to recover. It will not affect the combat effectiveness. We will give Luo Zian a big surprise."

    Wan Hai¡¯s half-smiling expression irritated Li Hu, and he glared at Wan Hai fiercely. Li Hu gritted his teeth and threatenedHe threatened: "You have to keep it secret about my seasickness, general, and you must not leak it, otherwise it will be up to me how I will deal with you."

    Wan Hai laughed loudly. His relationship with Li Hu was far from ordinary, and he did not take Li Hu's threat seriously. Wan Hai rolled his eyes and said, "If Sikong asks, I can't hide it. Please bear with me, former general."

    Li Hu waved his hand helplessly: "Go away, I don't want to see you, go down immediately and make arrangements. Let's meet the merchants who sent more than a hundred ships tonight and give them some benefits."

    Chang'an was peaceful at the end of April. Long-lasting flowers were still blooming, and trees everywhere formed the unique beauty of Chang'an as a city in the forest. The salt-iron cooperation in the middle of April had ended after ten days of work. Almost all businessmen felt that  Thanks to Anxi's sincerity, Anxi also received a large amount of money, which greatly alleviated the embarrassment of lack of money in his hands. Both parties were satisfied and got what they wanted.

    Almost all the restaurants in Chang'an City were full. They were all celebrating the businessmen who had obtained the equity. Some were proud and some were frustrated. After all, less than 20% of the businessmen who had obtained the equity were all top businessmen with great wealth and power.  Small and medium-sized businessmen did not gain much. When they saw huge benefits, they were not strong enough to get a share of the pie. This feeling was the worst.

    However, Duan Tianhe gave these businessmen who had gained nothing a hope in the end. In the future, the industry of this joint venture will be vast, including military supply of fabrics, leather, transportation, and even military rations, etc. This also made these businessmen who had nothing to gain hope.  Hope has been rekindled, and a change of dynasty is just around the corner. If you can't join in this feast, you will only end up with decline in the end.

    Many small and medium-sized merchants have spontaneously formed alliances, so that they can have sufficient funds to compete for the joint venture business below. However, the benefits of transportation are unimaginably huge, and the military supplies of the Anxi Army are even more  A best deal, everyone is looking forward to the next joint venture.

    Li Zuoguo was looking at the statistics of joint venture funds brought up by Duan Tianhe with surprise on his face: "What, there are more than 50 million taels of silver. This first joint venture has gained too much. Our Anxi Army is changing its equipment and reducing its strength.  When the time comes, this money can make a big difference."

    Yes, Li Zuoguo came to Chang'an. After all, the current thing is to calm down the whole world as quickly as possible. Li Zuoguo wanted to take Wen to Chang'an. Originally, Wen was already tempted by Li Zuoguo's persuasion, but Xiaohuan revealed that she was pregnant.  After hearing the news, the Wen family stayed. It was not a good thing for a pregnant woman to travel all the way to Chang'an. This time, only Xiaoyun followed Li Zuoguo to Chang'an, and the other family members would not be able to make the trip until next year.

    The eldest son Li Zhongyang also stayed in Anxi. Li Zuoguo came to prepare to send troops to Luoyang to completely defeat An Qingxu. The next step was to clean up the residual Tang forces in the south. As for Shi Siming, he was already overwhelmed by Asulu. The so-called  With a coalition of more than a dozen tribes, Li Zuoguo has already mobilized 50,000 of his Anxi tribe cavalry to serve under Asulu. The leader is Li Yi who can't stand the repeated invitations to fight in Anxi, so Li Zuoguo is very relieved.  Definitely able to control the situation.

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