Hearing Wei Xu, Liu Heng suddenly remembered that Wei Xu seemed to be Lu Bu's brother-in-law. He asked,"Captain Song, have you heard of Lu Bu?”
Song Xian nodded slightly and said,""I've heard of him. He's Wei Xu's superior. Now, he was also Ding Yuan's subordinate, Ren Shuzuo.”
Pausing for a moment, Song Xian turned to Gao Shun and asked,""Brother Gao, do you want to go with me?”
Gao Shun glanced at Zhang Liao, shook his head, and refused,""Thank you for your kindness, but I've already promised Governor Liu that I'll follow him to Xuantu.”
Song Xian revealed a disappointed expression, and Gao Shun also felt a little lonely.
Liu Heng saw everything and said to Song Xian,""I have to handle the affairs of three prefectures in Xuantu. I am at the frontier fortress and often fight with foreign tribes, so I need someone like Captain Song. I wonder if Captain Song would be willing to be the commander of Youbei Prefecture? That way, she could continue to be with General Gao.”
Gao Shun obviously did not expect Liu Heng to be so thoughtful. Song Xian was also stunned. After all, he was only a city gate official now, and a county captain was a rather important official.
Song Xian closed his eyes and thought for a moment before finally answering,"Thank you for your good intentions, Mayor, but I have decided to make a name for myself.”
Gao Shun looked at Song Xian with an indescribable gaze. After a long time, he said,""Have a safe journey! No matter what, we are good brothers.”
The next day, Song Xian bid farewell to everyone and headed south while Liu Heng and the others continued to head east. But he himself was so excited that he didn't feel tired at all because he had obtained two great generals, and constantly talked to Gao Shun about the army's equipment and tactics.
One night, Liu Heng came to the tent. It was already July, and the cool breeze in the forest was indescribably pleasant.
Looking at the stars in the sky, Liu Heng sighed,""The moon of the Qin Dynasty and the pass of the Han Dynasty have not yet returned from the long march. As long as Long Chengfei is still alive, I won't let the Hu horses cross the Yin Mountains!”
"Good, you have spirit. As long as Long Chengfei is still alive, I won't let the Hu horses cross the Yin Mountains! This can be called a famous sentence in the ages!"
Judging from the voice, he knew that it was Ju Shou." It's a long field and I don't have the mood to sleep. I thought I was the only one like this. I didn't expect Ju Gong to have trouble sleeping too!”
Liu Heng said softly without turning his head.
"Hehe, it's not just my lord and I who can't sleep. There's also Commandant Gao!”
Liu Heng turned around and saw Gao Shun standing beside Qushou. However, Gao Shun's face was full of reverence.
Gao Shun bowed and said,"Gao Shun greets the prefect!"”
Liu Heng waved his hand." There's no need to be so polite. We're all friends in private, so we came to sit here."”
As he spoke, he pointed to both sides. The two of them were stunned at first, but then they revealed a relieved expression and sat beside Liu Heng.
"Commandant Gao, you've lived in the frontier fortress all these years, so you know the fighting style of the Xiongnu cavalry like the back of your hand. What do you think of the Xiongnu cavalry?”
Gao Shun looked at the starry sky and said thoughtfully,""The Xiongnu cavalry is strong in one aspect, speed. They rely on their advantage in horse power to come like the wind and leave like lightning, moving erratically across the vast grasslands.
Moreover, the Xiongnu's combat supplies are quite simple. Horse milk and dried meat are enough. This is not as troublesome as our Han army's need for food and stoves.
Moreover, their cavalry was very good at long-distance raids, mobile encirclement, and varied tactics. However, the Xiongnu soldiers also have shortcomings. Their defenses are poor, and they are generally wearing leather armor. Although they are strong in the field, they are weak in attacking cities."
Liu Heng nodded at Gao Shun to express his agreement, and then said,""Commandant Gao, if there is an army, the knights and horses will wear strong steel armor, and the horse armor will have long barbs.
Knights used spears and sabers as weapons. When charging, they stabbed forward with spears, and when they were close, they slashed with sabers. Do you think it will work?"
Hearing Liu Heng's description, Gao Shun pondered for a moment. Soon, he could not hide his excitement. He closed his eyes and imagined how mighty it would be if he commanded such a troop!
Gao Shun said," Governor Liu, this kind of cavalry can be called heavy-armored cavalry. It's good for charging into battle formations, breaking through the front of the enemy's formation and reducing the enemy's morale.
However, their heavy armor also reduced their mobility, so they needed a light cavalry with bows and crossbows to be invincible in the field! The history books recorded that the Qin Empire once had such a cavalry. Great Qin's cavalry, but they disappeared.”
Gao Shun continued," However, this kind of armor requires considerable manpower and financial resources. Even the current Han Dynasty would find it difficult to maintain it. There is also the fine steel armor that the prefect mentioned. It is already very difficult to make a good sword with the current craftsmanship. As for the fine steel armor that has higher requirements…it is difficult!”
"Good, Commandant Gao is indeed insightful. When we arrive at Xuantu Prefecture, you will be responsible for building and training such an invincible force!
Then, we will graze the plains and make those foreign races submit! As for that elite armor, I'll make it for you when the time comes!”
"My lord! If there were such cavalry, Gao Shun would definitely destroy the Xiongnu and ensure the peace of the Han border!”
Gao Shun turned around and knelt down on one knee as he said passionately. It startled the birds in the forest and flew into the night sky!
Seeing Gao Shun's loyal appearance, Liu Heng felt extremely emotional in his heart. Lu Bu had such a fierce general but could not use him. It was really a waste!
"Commandant Gao, don't worry. I will definitely do what I promised. Apart from these cavalrymen, I also plan to form a heavy armored infantry unit that will be specially used to fight against sieges. When that time comes "
Liu Heng and his group passed through Dai County, Pan County, Juyong County, and finally returned to Ji City in July.
At the city gate, Xun Yu, Zhao Feng, and the others, who had received the news in advance, saw Liu Heng from afar. Excitement was written all over their faces as they hurried forward to welcome him. In front of Liu Heng's carriage, he bowed deeply." Welcome, my lord!”
Liu Heng hurriedly jumped out of the car and reached out to help them. He looked at Xun Yu and Zhao Feng with tears in his eyes and said happily,"Thank you for your hard work, Brother Xun and Brother Zhao."
After that, she choked and could not speak.
Xun Yu and Zhao Feng also held Liu Heng tightly, their eyes glistening with tears. This scene moved Qiushou and Gao Shun.
When he arrived outside the courtyard, he heard a voice from afar." Brother Heng-"
Jiang Yao ran out of the main hall and threw herself into Liu Heng's arms. She sobbed,""Brother Heng, Yao 'er misses you so much.”
Looking at Jiang Yao who had grown taller, Liu Heng hugged her tightly and said softly,""I miss Yao 'Er too! Hehe, alright, stop crying. It wouldn't be good if others saw it…Little Weeping Man-"
Jiang Yao raised her head and saw the others. Her face flushed red. She turned around and ran back to her room. Seeing this, everyone smiled and swept away the fatigue of the journey.
After entering the living room and taking their seats, Liu Heng first introduced Ju Shou and Gao Shun. Xun Yu had already noticed these two people when he was welcoming Liu Heng outside the city. At first glance, he could tell that they were extraordinary. One was intelligent, and the other was brave and resolute.
Xun Yu immediately congratulated Liu Heng,"Congratulations, brother, on becoming the prime minister of this famous general!"”
These words made the usually serious Gao Shun somewhat moved, his face slightly red. Who in this world didn't want to be conferred the title of marquis and general! "You flatter me, Duke Xun," said Ju Shou and Gao Shun hurriedly.
Liu Heng looked at them with a gratified smile on his face. He said slowly,"Please don't stand on ceremony. Let me tell you about my experience.”
Then how to encounter bandits, how to be rescued by Zhao Yun; How did Zhao Yun and Zhao Yu become the old man's disciples and cultivate with him?
The experience in Luoyang, the test of Jieshou, the courage of Gao Shun. After talking for two hours, everyone frowned and laughed.
Liu Hengqing cut to the chase." Now, let's formulate our future plans. Everyone, please express your opinions." The three counties were now in his hands, but he couldn't support the construction of all three counties at the same time with his current financial resources. Thus, Heng planned to use Xuantu County as the center and start the reorganization plan.”
Xun Yu was puzzled." I know about the financial problem, but I don't know why Xuantu was chosen. Liaoxi is also promising."”
Liu Heng took out a rough map of the Eastern Han that he had drawn and explained,""With Xuantu as the center, it's easier to block the news. Gongsun Zan of Yuyang and Gongsun Du of Liaodong couldn't get the power of Youbei and Liaoxi Prefecture because of my relationship, so they will monitor the three prefectures closely.
There was another reason why he chose Xuantu. I won't answer it now, but when we get there, everyone will know.
In addition, Conservation planned to rebuild the administrative structure of the three counties. This project was quite huge and required consideration of all aspects.
Although it was hard, he could endure it. He was only worried that someone would be dissatisfied and secretly report to the imperial court. After all, his current strength was weak and not enough to provide a guarantee for development.”
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