Chapter 262 Singing and Dancing for Peace
Chapter 262 Singing and Dancing for Peace
The autumn rain hangs densely under the eaves like a curtain.
After a few tastings, God finally gave a big one, which made the people of Luoyang very happy.
Sima Yue lay in the corridor, watching the raindrops falling quietly.
He likes doing this very much now, as if he can think quietly in the rain.
The staff were in another side hall, talking loudly after dinner.
The hottest topic is undoubtedly the ongoing war.
The Liu Han were greedy. After discovering the weakness of the Da Jin Dynasty, they tried their best to pounce on it, wanting to tear off a large piece of meat or even swallow it whole.
Even the dumbest staff members could see it.
Even the most heartless people have begun to face this problem.
Yu Hua sat by the side, listening to the sound of rain hitting the window, his expression as melancholy as the bleak autumn rain.
Money doesn’t mean much anymore because you might lose your life.
"The Xiongnu's advance into Hongnong was actually a test." Guo Xiang, the chief clerk who was once obsessed with metaphysics, frowned and spoke.
Liu Yu and others looked at him in surprise.
This is not Zhubu Guo's style.
In the past, he only seized power and excluded others, but was not very enthusiastic about mundane affairs and military affairs. Why did he take the initiative to bring up military topics today?
Yu Hua glanced at him.
He understood Guo Xiang's concerns too well because he had been in the same situation before.
How can the eggs remain intact when the nest is overturned? If the imperial court is gone, none of them will have a good ending.
Several teams gathered in the hall, including staff from the Palace of the Prince of Donghai, staff from the Palace of Situ, and former staff from the Palace of the Governor of Yanzhou - Situ had resigned as the Governor of Yanzhou, but the staff did not disperse.
After Guo Xiang spoke, the next person to speak was Xie Kun and Xie Youyu, a good friend of Yu Hua, who was later known as one of the "Eight Great Men of Jiangzuo".
He just said, "Zixuan is right. Liu Cong attacked Hongnong to try to move south. Yuan Yan and Shao Xun defeated them in one battle, and the bandits must be panicked. Liu Yuan has always been short of food, and after this defeat, it is unlikely that he will come again."
Huh? Guo Xiang looked at him in surprise.
Although Xie Kun was famous for his Confucianism, he was also knowledgeable about military affairs. Why did he think that the Huns would not come? Am I wrong?
After hearing what Xie Kun said, Yu Hua felt a little relieved.
It seems to make some sense.
But he was still a little worried, so he looked at Liu Yu again.
Liu Yu sat in the middle, smiling but saying nothing.
Seeing more and more people looking at him, he coughed and said, "Liu Cong has returned defeated. I don't think he will come again this year."
"Why do you think so?" Yu Hua was excited but still asked.
"In the battle of Hongnong, Shao-King's army was brave and good at fighting. How could the Xiongnu dare to come after seeing the power of heaven?" After briefly saying this, Liu Yu felt uncomfortable, so he emphasized the other points: "In addition, before occupying Pingyang and Hedong counties, Liu Yuan was short of food and was chasing for food in Xinxing, Taiyuan, Xihe and other places. Now Pingyang and Hedong counties have been occupied, but the time is still short and the reserves are not enough. How can we raise troops without enough food?"
Liu Yu is still very capable.
Liu Yuan originally occupied the three counties of Yanmen, Xinxing and Xihe and most of Taiyuan. A few years ago, due to insufficient food, he moved to Liting, consuming the grain stored in the Di Pavilion, and sent the Minister of Agriculture Bu Yu to transport grain from other places.
Zuoguocheng, Lishi, Liting, Puzi and Pingyang were Liu Yuan's "capitals" during those years.
In addition to the factor of war, the food problem cannot be ignored due to the continuous migration.
"Besides, he has not gained much by inducing the mixed Hu people in Daibei and Hexi to fight each other, and the chieftains may not be willing to listen to him." Liu Yu continued.
In addition to Liu Yuan's direct forces, there were also affiliated forces, most of which were mixed Hu people.
Subordinate forces can be used by them, even neutral forces can be used, as long as they are "enticed with benefits."
Shi Le has recently been galloping around Hebei with 20,000 cavalry under his command. Except for the Wuhuan, most of them are recruited from the northern Dai Hu.
As long as there is money and food, they will vote for anyone.
Liu Kun was well aware of this.
But the loyalty of these barbarians is limited. If they fail to grab anything, they may not come even if they call for help next time.
"Third, in two months, the river will be frozen, the ice will be thin and brittle, and it will be impossible to cross, and it will be inconvenient to build a floating bridge. If the Xiongnu come, and the war drags on for a long time, we won't be able to leave."
"Finally, Situ is in charge of Luoyang, and the people are united and the morale is high. I believe the Xiongnu will not dare to cause trouble."
After Liu Yu said these four points, he smiled reservedly and stopped talking.
Everyone was talking about it.
Yu Hua was overjoyed when he heard this.
Liu Qingsun is indeed talented, and every word he said is true.
It seems that the Huns will not come this year.
If they don't come this year, the possibility of them coming next spring will be even smaller. After all, it is more difficult to raise military rations during the lean period.
That's it!
Thinking of this, Yu Hua bowed and saluted to express his admiration.
In addition, he was also sincerely grateful to Shao Xun. Apart from other things about this nephew's husband, he was really good at fighting, and even Liu Cong was beaten back by him.
Given the current situation, the importance of my nephew's husband is increasing day by day, and we should get closer to him in the future.
"Qingsun has a brilliant idea. I admire it." After hearing Liu Yu's words, Guo Xiang also relaxed his brows.
Every year you can endure is a year well spent.
Shao Xun was still useful. At least he defeated the Huns' ambitions in Hongnong.
Others also praised it.
There are some words that they like to hear and are willing to believe.
They really like to listen to Liu Yu's analysis, which is of course correct.
Just then, a slight sound of footsteps was heard outside.
A servant walked up to Liu Yu and whispered a few words.
After hearing this, Liu Yu immediately stood up, straightened his clothes, and went out to Sima Yue.
"You have been discussing this for a long time, but have you reached any results?" Sima Yue asked softly.
"Yes." Liu Yu was confident.
"Talk about it."
"The Huns will not come this year." Liu Yu said.
After stating his conclusion, Liu Yu explained his reasons again.
After listening to this, Sima Yue was speechless for a long while.
Just when Liu Yu was feeling anxious, Sima Yue spoke up: "Qing Sun has wisdom and strategy, and I trust him. In this case, Hongnong——"
"Yuan Yan wants to move the capital to Yiyang, but I think that's not possible." Liu Yu said, "The Xiongnu haven't even arrived yet, but the governor of a county hastily left. How can this look like a victory?"
Sima Yue nodded first, then said: "I am not only concerned about this."
Liu Yu understood and immediately said, "The Minister of Rites may transfer Shao Xun to Yuzhou. Shi Le has stationed his troops on the banks of the Yellow River and seems to be planning to move south to Yuzhou. We should select elite troops to stop him."
Sima Yue sighed.
Loyal people cannot be beaten, and those who can be beaten are not loyal. What is wrong with this world?
"It's up to you," he said.
"Yes." Liu Yu agreed.
Sima Yue stared at the rain in a daze. After a long while, he blurted out, "Qingsun, do you think Shao Xun is very famous now? These days, many people are planting wheat..."
Liu Yu didn't know how to answer, so he could only say, "With Situ here, the scoundrels can't stir up trouble."
Sima Yue said nothing.
If he is here, there will be no problem. But if he is gone, who can control him?
He doesn't have much time left.
"Qingsun, you just said that the Huns will not come this year--" Sima Yue suddenly said.
Liu Yu's heart skipped a beat.
This is his analysis, but what if the Huns come?
"Situ, you can't do that." He was sweating on his back. Facing Sima Yue's stern gaze, he could only bite the bullet and say, "At this moment, we should not move lightly."
"Haven't the Liangzhou soldiers arrived at Tongguan? What are you afraid of?" Sima Yue glared at him.
I just received news at noon today that five thousand Liangzhou volunteers had arrived at Tongguan a day ago and were preparing to go to Luoyang via Hongnong.
The team was led by Beigong Chun and others.
The fighting power of the Liangzhou soldiers is obvious to all. With them, there is an elite force that dares to fight and fight, and Luoyang is much more stable.
"The soldiers from Liang Province will eventually leave," Liu Yu said, "whether the Xiongnu come or not, they will return to Liang Province by March next year at the latest."
Sima Yue snorted coldly and said no more.
The rain continued to fall.
After leaving Situ Mansion, Liu Yu rode on an ox cart and drove slowly on the street.
He just saw that Yu Hua and others went to the brothel to have fun again.
Guo Xiang also invited all his colleagues to hold a grand banquet in his house to continue to consolidate his power.
It seemed that in an instant, everyone was singing and dancing, no longer worried about the invasion of the Huns.
They are - so naive!
Indeed, Liu Yu himself did not think that the Huns would come this year, and the possibility was not high.
But there is always a chance of something happening. What are these people thinking?
Liu Yu suddenly felt exhausted.
In this cold and rainy weather, Shao Xun led his troops to leave Hongnong County, preparing to retreat southwards through the Erling area of Xiaoban and return to Yiyang...
(End of this chapter)