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Volume 1 Chapter 544: To alert the snake (Part 1)

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    Although both Fang Xuanling and Du Ruhui tried their best to stay, and Chen Sangliang also expressed their willingness to reuse him, Li Jiancheng's envoy Wang Gui, who cherished his reputation, still did not want to bear the unjust reputation of betraying his master by sending an envoy, and declined Chen Sangliang and Chen Sangliang with tears.  Due to the good intentions of Fang Du and others, I tearfully took Chen Sangliang's request to Li Xiwen and headed north back to Taiyuan to report to Li Jiancheng's brothers the bad news that Chen Sangliang was about to send troops to Taiyuan.  Chen Sangliang also wrote another letter to Li Jiancheng, telling Li Jiancheng clearly that the Li brothers followed Li Yuan to rebel and killed Yang You. As a minister of the Sui Dynasty, he had no choice but to accept the fact that he was loyal to the emperor at the expense of his salary.  The surrender of the Li brothers cannot accept the surrender of the Li family!  At the same time, Chen Sangliang also offered Li Jiancheng conditions for surrender, laying down his weapons, handing over his territory, and bringing all his family members to Daxing to attend court. Chen Sangliang ensured the safety of the Li family and selected and hired talents.  At the same time, the petition against Li drafted by Li Gang, a famous figure in Guanzhong, was posted all over Guanzhong. It was hung in conspicuous places in the passes of large and small cities. It was also sent to counties outside Chen Sangliang's control through various light and dark channels for posting.  , understand it and tell everyone in the world that the next target of the Sui army in Guanzhong and the Yining court is the Li family in Taiyuan!  Chen Sangliang's credit was already very good. If he spread the message to the world, he would certainly not be able to change his target. Therefore, when he saw this message offering a reward of 50,000 yuan for the heads of Li Da and Li Er, he bordered the area controlled by Chen Sangliang.  The warlords, big and small, naturally breathed a long sigh of relief. Wang Shichong and Li Mi, who had been severely injured by their brother Huaji, laughed so hard that they couldn't even close their mouths. They patted their chests and rejoiced, "It's okay, it's okay, it's okay."  It's good to go north. If we go east, we will be in danger." What makes Li Mi and Wang Shichong even more happy is that Chen Sangliang, whose overall strength has already dominated the world, does not have to be afraid of fighting on multiple fronts.  , and also took the initiative to send envoys to make peace, requesting the conclusion of a non-aggression treaty with Wang Shichong and Li Mi respectively. Although this did not rule out the possibility that Chen Sangliang was smiling, Wang Shichong and Li Mi agreed without hesitation.  Chen Sangliang signed a peace treaty, demarcating the boundaries in detail, and promised each other never to do unjust things such as undeclared war, and never to use force or materials to support each other's enemies.  In order to please his son-in-law, Wang Shichong obediently handed over Wang Xueji and his mother. Unfortunately, Wang Shichong had previously tried to please Li Mijun in order to prevent his son-in-law from invading the east, but he had just negotiated to return Pei Cuiyun and her mother to Li Mi two days ago.  The most important general in the army was Pei Renji, so Wang Shichong could only send someone to explain to his son-in-law that this was just a coincidence, and it was definitely not intentional to deny his son-in-law the opportunity to have another mistress.  Chen Sangliang also found out through various channels that this was indeed just an unexpected coincidence, so he didn't care about it. He could only glumly refuse to help Wang Shichong secretly kill Li Mi, but also promised never to help Li Mi attack Dongdu.  The same goes for Li Mijun. Chen Sangliang asked Zhang Yongtong to tell Li Mi clearly that if Li Mi and Wang Shichong went to war, he would not help anyone, and he would never get sidetracked because Wang Shichong was his father-in-law.  Li Mi knew very well that Chen Sangliang was instigating him to have a decisive battle with Wang Shichong in disguise, but this was exactly what Li Mi wanted, so Li Mi immediately made arrangements to start a war with Wang Shichong. He only waited for Chen Sangliang's main force to send troops to Taiyuan before taking action.  Kill Wang Shichong, an enemy that has been entangled for many years.  Contrary to Chen Sangliang's other neighbors who were relieved, Lao Li's family, which was actually located in a remote location, was struck by lightning. A large group of Lao Li's clan members couldn't figure it out even if they broke their heads. Chen Sangliang, who lives in the Forbidden City,  , why were Wang Shichong who lived in Wangfujing and Li Mi who lived in Liulichang not attacked, Li Gui and Liang Shi who were entrenched in Shichahai were left alone, and even the dying Hua who was temporarily hiding in Xiannongtan was left alone.  I don't even care about my brother, but I want to leave the city to the east and north, take the subway and then the bus out of the Fifth Ring Road, and come here to cause trouble for myself?  Isn't this a scam?  The one who was most deceived by Chen Sangliang's rhetoric was Li Jiancheng. In order to prevent Chen Sangliang from becoming wary of the Taiyuan army, Li Jiancheng had repeatedly rejected the requests of the Li clan to form an alliance with Wang Shichong and Li Mi, and even openly refused.  The imperial court of the Eastern Capital conferred upon him a title and official position, so Li Er could only seek to join forces with others in the name of the Li family's right-wing army.  This time, Ren You led Li Mi's envoy to the north to seek an alliance. No one in the Li family did not praise him. Li Jiancheng went against all opinions and flatly rejected Li Mi's initiative to seek an alliance. He also sent Wang Gui to carry Li Mi's personal letter.  He went south to show weakness to Chen Sangliang and pretended to ask for surrender. In the end, not only did he fail, but he also caused Chen Sangliang to beg Li Xiwen. Naturally, Li Jiancheng was as embarrassed as he could be in front of his tribe.  The truth is always in the hands of a few people. Although even Chen Sangliang secretly admired Li Jiancheng's concealment and keeping a low profile, after seeing Chen Sangliang openly declaring war against Li Xiwen, Li Jiancheng's diplomatic strategy was unanimously opposed by the Taiyuan civil and military forces.  Li Yuanji, who was dissatisfied with his elder brother taking away the military power from him, jumped up and down, and led a group of his peers to talk strangely and complain. They all accused Li Jiancheng of lacking talent.He is less capable and unworthy of being the head of the Li family, so he should abdicate in favor of someone more worthy.  Although Li Er, who had suffered a lot of injustice under his elder brother, knew in his heart that Li Jiancheng's strategy was actually very correct, he did not stand up and say a word of justice. He just hid aside and watched the joke, gloating over his misfortune.  Silently enduring the grievances and unreasonable accusations made by a group of relatives of the tribe led by Li Yuanji, Li Jiancheng first gave instructions to the close guards beside him, then stood up and apologized to the tribe members, frankly admitting that it was his decision-making error that led to his failure.  As a result of these consequences, he felt aggrieved and took the blame. Finally, Li Jiancheng said: "Everyone, I failed to pretend to please Chen Yingliang, but instead provoked his open declaration of war. This is indeed my mistake. But I refused to form an alliance with Li Mi.  , I think I have done nothing wrong in this point. Li Mi is thousands of miles away from us, and the mountains and rivers block the way of powerful enemies. It is useless to form an alliance with him. On the contrary, it may cause fire. I hope you must understand this. " "We understand.  "Li Yuanji sneered and said: "We also understand that after we refused to form an alliance with Wei Gong, we have no hope of relying on Wei Gong to properly restrain Chen Yingliang for us. If we want to ask him again, we really don't know how much it will cost.  "What's the cost?" "I won't ask Li Mi. It's useless to ask him." Li Jiancheng ignored his fourth brother's cynicism and pointed out: "Li Mi can't help us contain Chen Yingliang, not to mention that he is very weak now.  , Even if he really wants to help us, he can't do it. There is Wang Shichong between him and Chen Yingliang. Wang Shichong is his mortal enemy. It is impossible for him not to consider Wang Shichong's threat. " "Clan leader, so you plan to continue.  Are you going to be alone and let our army deal with Chen Yingliang's main army alone?" Li Baiju, who had one of his hands cut off by Chen Sangliang's lackeys, asked with a sneer.  "Of course not." Li Jiancheng showed a smile and said with a smile: "I am not willing to form an alliance with Li Mi. In addition to forming an alliance with him, there is a more critical reason. I have found a more powerful ally.  He is also a far more upright and reliable ally than Li Mi's traitor! " When everyone was surprised, the confidant guard who had left before returned to the hall and presented a document to Li Jiancheng with both hands. Li Jiancheng took it and showed it in public, smiling and saying: "Everyone, look.  Are you here? This is the alliance signed secretly between me and King Dou Jiande of Changle. The reason for our alliance is to defeat Chen Yingliang. King Changle promised that once Taiyuan is attacked by Chen Yingliang, as long as our army asks him for help, he will immediately  Send troops to the west and join forces with our army to fight against Chen Yingliang!¡± The important officials of the Taiyuan Army, including Pei Ji and Li Shentong, were shocked and hurried forward to form an alliance. They were very surprised to find that not only did the alliance letter actually say that Dou Jiande would send troops to help.  The Taiyuan Li family's treaty to resist Chen Yingliang's invasion also contained the autographs and seals of Li Jiancheng and Dou Jiande. At the same time, Pei Ji and others were even more shocked to discover that the date of signing of this alliance was actually five months ago.  It¡¯s been almost half a year since the signing.  Overjoyed, Li Shentong couldn't help but blurt out and asked: "Captain Zuo, you had already formed an alliance with Dou Jiande five months ago. Why didn't you tell us?" "Of course it was to keep it secret and prevent leaks." Li Jiancheng replied calmly.  : "Although King Changle is powerful, upright and trustworthy, and has great commitment, the war is a melee between the three armies on our land. Even if we and King Changle defeat Chen Yingliang, we will still suffer the most losses, so I have kept this news hidden.  , for no other reason than to avoid completely irritating Chen Yingliang and attracting his main crusade." After looking around at everyone present, Li Jiancheng said: "Actually, my real purpose of sending Wang Shujie south to sue for peace is not to avoid it.  The main force of Chen Yingliang's crusade is to lure him to send troops eastward, so that his main force will be trapped in the quagmire of the Dongdu battlefield. Then I and King Changle's army will take advantage of the situation and join hands to attack Chen Yingliang southward, leaving him unable to take care of his life. I  The army also took the opportunity to seize the precious opportunity to seize Hedong. "But it is a pity that Chen Yingliang was not fooled." Li Jiancheng added with a wry smile: "If nothing else, he should have seen through the true purpose of our army!"  It was time to send troops to the eastern capital, so they left Wang Shichong and Li Mi, who were already seriously injured, to come and cause trouble for us. " "What Governor Zuo said is true. It is impossible to deceive the traitor Chen Yingliang.  So easy." Li Shentong nodded, and then said with a happy face: "Since we have secretly formed an alliance with King Changle, we can rest assured this time. King Changle attaches great importance to morality and credibility, and keeps his word.  , he will definitely send troops when he says to send troops, and once he sends troops, he will either enter the ford from Wu'an and threaten Chen Yingliang's road flanks, or directly march west from Jingxing Pass (Niangzi Pass) to the city of Taiyuan, which can provide us with direct assistance.  , It¡¯s a hundred times better than asking that capricious and despicable person Li Mi to feign attack and restrain you!¡±nbsp;Suddenly, such a powerful helper fell from the sky, and he was an upright gentleman who was known to be trustworthy and loyal. Naturally, most of the Taiyuan army's civil and military personnel were full of joy. Li Yuanji, Li Baiju and others also closed their mouths in depression, Li Er  Then he quietly looked at his brother carefully and thought to himself: "I underestimated him, but in terms of forbearance, he is far above me." "Gentlemen, you don't have to worry. Although Chen Yingliang's decision to send troops to Taiyuan is unexpected, it is only a matter of time.  "It's inevitable." Li Jiancheng took the opportunity and said, "Don't worry, I will not only ask King Changle to prepare for assistance, but I will also send envoys to contact Luo Yi and Liang Shidu, and ask them to form an alliance and work together.  In addition, I will try my best to bring Liu Wuzhou over. Although our army and him are enemies, we are also closely related. When Chen Yingliang's army goes north, he will not fail to consider the threats he will face.  It is not impossible to stop the war and make peace, or even send troops to help us defend against the powerful enemy." Pei Ji, Li Shentong and others nodded in praise, and then Pei Ji suggested: "Commander Zuo, you should seize the time to prepare for war. Chen Yingliang is arrogant and arrogant.  The announcement of war before we even started preparing for war has revealed the signs of underestimating the enemy's defeat. As long as our army relies on the natural dangers of Queshu Valley to hold on with all its strength, it is not hopeless to defend the enemy from outside the country. I suggest that we mobilize the army south as soon as possible and strengthen our troops in the dangerous places of Queshu Valley.  Build fortifications and garrison troops to force Chen Yingliang's traitors into a difficult battle. " "That's exactly what I mean." Li Jiancheng nodded and said, "As long as we hold Queshu Valley, we can not only prevent the people of Xihe Taiyuan and other counties from suffering.  In the midst of the war, when King Changle sends troops to assist us, it can also save a lot of travel time, and it can also directly threaten Chen Sangliang's flanks and even the rear grain roads, which will be beneficial to the battle." After finishing speaking, Li Jiancheng immediately ordered Li Er: "Second.  Brother, you should immediately prepare for the expedition. In two days, you will lead your troops south to Jiexiu and Lingshi to assist Duan Lun in building fortifications and prepare for the battle. In addition, you should closely monitor the enemy's movements and report to me immediately if there is any situation. "  Li Er agreed with a smile and then asked with a smile: "Brother, after I arrive at Jiexiu Lingshi, will I command Duan Lun, or will Duan Lun command me and let me accept his command and dispatch?" "Of course you accept his command?"  "Command and dispatch." Li Jiancheng said unceremoniously: "Although your official position is above Duan Lun, Duan Lun is the general manager of the South Road March and the commander-in-chief of the Southern Front. After you arrive at the South Road, you will naturally be subject to his command and dispatch."  Li Er's eyes moved slightly, but he still accepted Li Jiancheng's order with a smile and stepped aside. Over there, Li Yuanji took advantage of Li Jiancheng's opportunity to discuss military affairs with everyone, quietly approached Li Er, and whispered: "  Second brother, you are the right commander. Your position in our army is only lower than that of the eldest brother, but you have to accept the command and dispatch of Duan Lun. It is so upside down, why don't you fight for it? " "I only have five thousand direct descendants left?  There are so many people, what are we fighting for?" Li Er replied depressedly, but Junxiu still had a gentle smile on his face and replied loudly: "We are facing a powerful enemy. Our top priority now is how to resist the invasion of Chen's army, General Duan Lun.  The southern front is well defended, and there was no mistake in the confrontation with Chen's army in May. I am willing to accept his orders and command.  " Smiling sarcastically, Li Yuanji whispered again: "Second brother, if Duan Lun puts you at the front and asks you to use the last of his direct troops to fight against Chen's army, are you still willing to accept his order?  Are you in command?  " Li Er shut his lips and said to himself: "I don't want it. What I like is to take the initiative to attack and defeat the enemy when I have the opportunity, and passively defend and take beatings. That's not my style!  " At the same time, the Sui army's partial division Liu Heitu, who was closest to the Li brothers, also began to mobilize and prepare for war. A large amount of grain and grass military supplies began to be transported and hoarded to Linfen, and the Sui army troops stationed in various places in Hedong also moved northward.  During the assembly, the Huoyi area at the forefront was even more turbulent. The army patrolled frequently. Scouts were constantly sent out to explore the Taiyuan Army's defense situation in Queshu Valley and explore the trails and streams. Duan Lun of the Taiyuan Army stationed in Queshu Valley took the opportunity to capture two people.  When the Sui army was scouting, they also learned a shocking news from their mouths - it was rumored in the Sui army camp that Chen Sangliang had issued an order to Liu Heitai, asking Liu Heitai to wait for an opportunity to seize the spiritual stone Jiexiu before the main force of the Sui army went north.  Open the way for the main force of the Sui army to go north! After hearing the news, Duan Lun, the commander of the southern line of the Taiyuan army, was surprised and did not dare to neglect. While he tried his best to strengthen the defenses of Lingshi and Jiexiu, he sent someone to report the news to Li Jiancheng.  When the army arrived in Jiexiu, Li Er was a little doubtful and said to Duan Lun: "Chen Yingliang asked Liu Heitai to seize the Jiexiu spiritual stone first?  Is this possible?  Not to mention whether Liu Heitai can do this, Chen Yingliang's main force has not yet been mobilized, and grain, grass and military supplies are still in transit. Even if Liu Heitai captures Jiexiu and Lingshi, Chen Yingliang will not be afraid of being defeated.  Are we going to fight back with all our strength to take it back?  Such risky tactics don't look like Chen Yingliang's military style?  ¡±  "Soldiers have no constant shape, and water has no constant power." Duan Lun, who is actually Li Er's brother-in-law, said: "Erlang, don't forget, when you were in Hedong before, Chen Yingliang came to show off his surprise troops, and drove forward uncharacteristically, killing you  We didn¡¯t even have time to react. If he tries his old trick again this time, if we don¡¯t prepare early, and Liu Heita comes suddenly, how can we resist? " "It is possible, but"  Li Er vaguely doubted Chen Yingliang's real intention, and said to himself: "Morale is rising once, then weakening, and finally exhausted. Before the main force of the rebel army arrives, our army is already in disarray. If this continues, we will not wait for Chen Yingliang's main force to arrive."  I'm afraid that I will have to drag myself down." After having this worry, Li Er, who was also a master of psychological warfare, thought for a moment and then volunteered to Duan Lun: "Brother-in-law, let me lead the headquarters to station in Lingshi.  , you lead the main force to station in Jiexiu, so that even if something happens to me, you can get early warning and prepare in advance. "Li Er took the initiative to request to be at the forefront of the battlefield. Duan Lun certainly wanted it, and at the same time, Li Er's ability to conquer.  Duan Lun was reassured by his good fighting skills and agility, but Duan Lun was also worried about one of Li Er's character weaknesses, so after accepting Li Er's request, Duan Lun warned: "Erlang, you must not take risks to fight. The enemy is strong and we are weak."  "The terrain of Queshu Valley is also difficult to defeat with a surprise attack. You must prioritize defending the city. You are not allowed to go into battle without my permission." At the same time that Li Er nodded his promise, a mysterious batch of military supplies was also kept under wraps.  Next, it was finally delivered to Linfen City where Liu Heitai's main force was stationed. After learning the use and purpose of these mysterious military supplies, Sui Army General Liu Heitai, who was worried about how to complete Chen Sangliang's complex mission, laughed loudly and said:  "Okay! With these things, I don't have to worry about making Duan Lunpifu and Li Shimin's children frightened three times a day, and they don't even dare to close their eyes completely while sleeping."
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