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But Xia Yaomo didn't dare even look at Xia Fengxiang, because if he looked at him for one more second, that devil would find a reason to beat him up.
After all, he was fine in the mansion when he was a child, so Xia Fengxiang took Yan Ruyu to the palace, looked at him and said, "I bit my tongue while eating, it's your fault."
So he was beaten.
After Su Changan smiled at Xia Yaomo, he went straight to the point and said to Zhao Wuxiu, "Uncle, bring Yaomo back to the mansion to meet Hu Niu? He has good conditions in all aspects."
Xia Yaomo was stunned for a moment. Hu Niu?
Then he suddenly froze for a moment, looking at Su Changan with wide eyes in surprise. Why should I know Zhao Huniu? She is a real tigress!
Zhao Wuxiu was stunned for a moment, then looked at Xia Yaomo, and suddenly it dawned on him, that's right! Why didn't I think of this bastard Yaomo? I have a good relationship with Prince An, so it's not bad to be in-laws.
Especially since this kid follows Prince An and doesn't get involved in state affairs, he can live a comfortable life as a prince.
The more Zhao Wuxiu looked at Xia Yaomo, the more he liked him, especially his appearance. Zhao Wuxiu felt that he was as good as himself when he was young.
Xia Yaomo saw Zhao Wuxiu looking at him and had something to say.
But Xia Fengxiang said, "Uncle, take them there. The others will go to the Shen Ce Mansion. It's okay for uncle to go later. It's also good for them to be alone for a while."
Zhao Wuxiu was grateful to the Queen Mother for not caring about the bad thing the girl did yesterday, and he also kept in mind the fact that he had mentioned himself to Hu Niu for marriage.
Even though I'm so sick, I'm still worried about such things.
Zhao Wuxiu was a military man who remembered favors the most, just like he remembered the favors of the late emperor and the late empress. After clasping his fists and saluting again towards Su Changan and Xia Fengxiang, he left with Xia Yaomo.
After all, His Majesty has spoken, so there is no point in staying here, and it would be better to let Hu Niu and Yao Mo get to know each other as soon as possible.
Before Xia Yaomo left, it was clear that he had something to say, but Zhao Wuxiu simply dragged him away without saying a word.
And you’ve been waiting since the morning court ended, and now you’re leaving?
After Zhao Wuxiu dragged Xia Yaomo away, Xia Fengxiang spoke up: "Just push Yaomo into the fire pit!"
But after saying this, Xia Fengxiang said: "It doesn't matter, anyway, Hu Niu doesn't like Yao Mo. But you."
Xia Fengxiang took out the note and looked at Su Changan: "You wrote a note at the morning court session, and you wrote another note at the afternoon court session. What did you write?"
Xia Fengxiang looked down at the note.
It says, 'Wife, isn't that great? I just came up with a little idea, and it's already so great. You'd better praise me.'
Su Changan looked at Xia Fengxiang: "Just tell me if it is true or not."
Xia Fengxiang rolled his eyes: "I don't know what you're thinking about every day, and you just say whatever you want!"
At this point, Xia Fengxiang frowned, "You're still talking so much, about the influence of Daxia, improving the status among countries, promoting culture, sinicizing neighboring countries, and boosting the economy of Daxia people. You're full of ideas!"
Su Changan said seriously, picked up a book and handed it to Xia Fengxiang: "Read more books, and you will become as good as me after reading more books."
Xia Fengxiang rolled his eyes and looked at him in a mean way, which made him angry. But when he thought about the logical things he had just said, especially the words he had never heard of before, Xia Fengxiang could not find a reason to beat him up.
Su Changan shook his head, thinking about how he had just been suddenly asked about the cultural exchange meeting. He thought quickly and recited the entire text of the significance of the World Expo. He was a little impressed with himself, thanks to the fact that he had studied hard in school when he was young.
Thinking of this, Su Changan sighed: "I am so awesome."
Xia Fengxiang rolled his eyes again, then looked at Su Changan and said, "Why did you hit me!"
Su Changan was stunned for a moment, then looked at Xia Fengxiang: "What the hell are you talking about?"
……
Mu Xu and his group had already arrived in front of Chengqian Gate and were about to leave the palace.
After leaving the palace, everyone will not go home, but will go directly to the Shen Ce Palace. It can be said that these adults are already impatient.
Mu Xu walked beside Su Wenqing, sighing with amazement. They couldn't talk about the matter of muskets and artillery. Although they were the only ones around at the moment, the saying goes that walls have ears. With their position, they knew it better than anyone else, especially since this matter concerned the country's weapons.
But the matter of the Cultural Association is worth talking about, and Mu Xu is currently lamenting about this.
"Tell me, how did Her Majesty come up with the idea of the World Expo? Hey, this name is so good. The world is used in the word 'world', and all countries are included. Especially Her Majesty is far-sighted and thinks much further than us." Mu Xu pulled Su Wenqing: "Tell me how did you come up with it?"
Su Wenqing looked at Mu Xu: "How do you know that is my eldest granddaughter?"
Mu Xu curled his lips and wanted to kick this old guy. He didn't answer the question directly and his answers were mainly boastful.
When everyone heard that Su Wenqing had started again, they all walked away, thinking back to when this old guy used to hold the Shuyalou list every day, as well as the newspapers and magazines about her little granddaughter in the underworld, everyone sighed and felt disgusted with this old guy from the bottom of their hearts!
Seeing Mu Xu being defeated, Su Wenqing was in a good mood, but after looking at Li Wenyou, Su Wenqing frowned and walked to Li Wenyou: "Can you really sweep across Goguryeo and Korea?"
Li Wenyou nodded: "Yes!"
Zhou Yuanrang smiled and said, "When you see that thing later, you won't need to ask us. You will know for yourself whether it is OK or not."
Chapter 639 Daxia always sends troops for a righteous cause
Yan area, Jizhou.
All things are reviving. The Yan area, which had been persecuted continuously, received supplies from the south, and also a lot of food exchanged for silver. These things were like sweet rain falling on the earth, making the Yan area show signs of recovery like bamboo shoots after the spring rain.
Although the people of Yan had not been able to get over the traces of war for several months, the faces of the people working in the fields were gradually filled with smiles. They were still alive and could continue to live, and that was enough.
Inside Jizhou City, Du Yu, a corrupt official who was once scolded in Yan land to the point that his ancestral graves were almost dug up, has now become a savior in the hearts of the people of Yan land.
There is also an old scholar who sighed, "Although the light has gone out, the lamp still remains."
The Yan area suffered from disasters one after another. Even the fiefdom prince, the King of Yan, and his son did such things. It was truly a dark place. Du Yu appeared at this time to illuminate the dark hearts of the people who could not see the future.
Du Yu was holding a map in his hand at this time.
The emperor's letter had already been delivered, calling for the destruction of Goguryeo and Korea, and the reason was clearly stated, namely, collusion with Mobei.
From this alone, Du Yu knew that he had to pacify Goguryeo and Korea as soon as possible.
And
As a scholar, Du Yu had long wanted to destroy the moss Goguryeo!
North Korea was not a concern, but Goguryeo was not.
When the invasion of Mobei is launched in full force, Goguryeo will inevitably send troops to invade the border of Daxia.
Moreover, Du Yu has always been very clear that Goguryeo must be destroyed!
When he was studying under his teacher Mu Xu, he wrote ten strategies but never showed them to anyone. One of them was about destroying Goguryeo and occupying the northeast.
Children from old farmers' families know very well the importance of arable land.
There were two letters sent to the capital, one was a handwritten edict from His Majesty, and the other was written to him by the Empress herself.
Among them, the issue of Goguryeo's cultivated land was mentioned.
This is exactly what Du Yu thought.
"Brother Yuan Kai, you are recruiting soldiers. Why did you ask me and the Marshal to come?"
The person who spoke was Han Kuang, a general under General Meng Qin. He had strong ability to command troops, and even Zong Ze praised him highly.
He was wearing heavy black armor, but his steps were light and his breathing was even.
As soon as he walked in, Han Kuang immediately scolded him, "And you are so arrogant that you dared to let the Grand Marshal come to find you!?"
Han Kuang was naturally joking. Du Yu smiled helplessly, looked at Meng Qin and bowed: "Please forgive me, Marshal. I really can't leave here, and this matter must be discussed here."
The old general is still strong, his hair and beard are gray, but he doesn't seem to care. He has two big swords crossed at his waist behind him.
Meng Qin waved his hand and said, "You take Han Kuang's nonsense seriously. If I care about these trivial matters, I will ask him to bring you to see me. Besides, your official position is not lower than mine. There is no difference between them. Just tell me what's going on."
In addition to Han Kuang, Meng Qin's son Meng Wu also walked into Du Yu's study.
Meng Wu, who was originally the commander of the Cavalry Battalion, came to Yan with Qi Qi. His official position was not high, or it could be said that Meng Wu demoted himself in order to go to Yan.
Xia Fengxiang agreed.
Now he serves as Deputy General Han Kuang in the army.
Du Yu looked at the three of them, clasped his fists and said, "Marshal Meng, General Li has already taken Jiangshan, right?"
As he spoke, he handed the letter sent from the front line to Meng Qin.
Meng Qin was surprised and took the letter in a hurry.
At the same time, Han Kuang and Meng Wu also came forward immediately. It had only been a short while since they set out, and they had already conquered it?
Meng Qin was overjoyed. "What a great Li Xuance who destroyed an entire nation! He took the pass without even using artillery or muskets. Those bastards of Goguryeo are probably still confused about our sudden action."
But after saying that, Meng Qin looked at Du Yu and said with emotion: "But you know that Li Xuance will not be able to help it, so you let him escort the artillery first, instead of letting Han Kuang go."
Han Kuang shook his head: "I can't beat it."
Very honest and sincere, if something can't be done, it can't be done.
Du Yu smiled lightly, then pointed to the place called Jiangshan on the map and said, "Taking this place will completely open up the way for our army's logistics, and then we will have a vast expanse of land."
Meng Wu's eyes lit up, because this fight meant a full-blown war. Meng Wu, somewhat impatient, immediately clasped his fists towards Du Yu and said, "Master Du, I am willing to be the vanguard to support General Li."
Du Yu looked at Meng Qin: "No hurry."
Meng Wu frowned and immediately said, "Lord Du, there is a saying in military strategy that the main army should have a steady force, while the enemy army should fight quickly and decisively. Now that General Li has sent troops to occupy Jiangshan Pass, Goguryeo will surely counterattack. We should provide support quickly now."
Han Kuang, who looked big and strong, shook his head: "Xiao Wu, what the military strategist said is true, but it depends on the time."
Meng Wu was about to speak.
Meng Qin looked at his youngest son's impatience and said, "Your Majesty wants to destroy Goguryeo. This means we need to train our troops, not charge out. Besides, the artillery and musket team will be with Li Xuance. Our food and fodder will also be dispatched in two days. We will be able to arrive in time in these two days. Why are you so impatient? If we want to fight, you will have to fight the Mobei people when they arrive!"
Meng Wu frowned and dared not speak.
Du Yu looked at Meng Wu and bowed, then said, "General Meng."
Then he looked at Meng Qin and Han Kuang, bowed as well and said, "It's not that I'm not anxious. After all, His Majesty ordered us to destroy Goguryeo and Korea before the Mobei people defeated the Uighurs. I am more anxious than you, but some things cannot be rushed. Please forgive me."
"Also, I am a Confucian student. I shouldn't say this about military strategists, especially since you three are all military strategists. But I still want to say this. The host and the guest have different powers because military strategists don't need to govern the country and keep the people safe. Your Majesty wants us to destroy Goguryeo, but at the same time, Your Majesty also said that Goguryeo's land is good and produces a lot of food. And you have also read the letter written by the Queen. The Queen did not hesitate to use the reason that the Goguryeo envoy insulted her and let us send troops at will, but at the same time, the Queen also said that from now on, that place will be the territory of our Great Xia."
"So, what Mr. Du has in mind is not victory or defeat. Logically speaking, if you all go to war together, and there is the cannon that scared Mr. Du so much that he sat on the ground, this battle will just be a sweep. But what happens after the sweep is what Mr. Du needs to consider, so don't be impatient."
Meng Wu frowned, because there was no need to consider so many things when fighting a war. Moreover, the situation on the battlefield was ever-changing, so there was no way he could be slow.
However, before Meng Wu could speak, Han Kuang stopped him and then looked down at the map, which had many lines drawn by Du Yu.
Meng Qin said, "There is not enough arable land in Yan. Are you going to fight while sending people without arable land to them from Jiangshan Pass?"