Ta, ta, ta…
Just as the generals in the tent had calmed down from their amazement at Tian Meng's strength, a soldier rushed into the tent to report to Zhou Yafu,
"Reporting to the Grand Commandant, Imperial Censor Chao Cuo was cut in half in the Eastern Market this morning. His Majesty is currently sending people to the rebel camp to discuss the retreat of the troops!”
Listening to the soldiers 'reports!
Whoosh!
The generals in the tent immediately made all sorts of noises.
"His Majesty still ordered Chao Cuo to be killed!”
"Sigh, Doctor Chao died unjustly!”
"Even if we kill Chao Cuo, I don't think the seven countries will retreat!”
"That's right. Not only will they not retreat, but the seven kings will also think that the Imperial Court is weak and incompetent, and their arrogance will become even more arrogant!”
"Hmph, this is all a disaster caused by Chao Cuo's bewitchment of His Majesty. Only when he dies can the seven kingdoms lose the reputation of sending troops!”
"You can't say that. Doctor Chao didn't do anything wrong. The power of the vassal kings is indeed a big problem for the court, and it will have to be solved sooner or later.”
"Now that Chao Cuo is dead, justice is on the side of the Han court!”
Zhou
Yafu, who was sitting at the front seat, also had a complicated expression when he heard this news.
Although he didn't really like the officials, he knew that the other party hadn't committed any crimes. On the contrary, the other party had made great contributions to the court, defending the border against the Xiongnu, revitalizing the economy, and cutting down the vassals.
Now that he had ended up like this, it was indeed unjust!
However, political matters were too complicated and involved too many aspects. He did not want to think too much about it.
"Alright, as soldiers, we just need to lead the troops and fight a good battle. It's not our turn to discuss anything else!”
Zhou Yafu waved at the generals below.
Upon hearing Zhou Yafu's words, many of the generals stopped their discussion.
"In my opinion, although Chao Cuo is dead, the rebel army may not be willing to retreat. A war between the Han Dynasty and the rebel army is inevitable.”
Zhou Yafu stared at everyone and ordered in a deep voice.
"Yes, Grand Commandant!"
Everyone cupped their hands and nodded seriously.
…
The evening of the third day!
Sure enough, news came that the rebel army refused to negotiate and retreat. Even the King of Wu, Liu Bi, called himself the East Emperor and wanted to compete with the Han Dynasty.
The rebel army was also advancing westward. The Wu and Chu rebel armies were about to reach the territory of the Great Han Subordinate Country, the Liang Country.
When this news reached the Han court, Emperor Jing of the Han Dynasty was completely furious. He finally made up his mind to use martial arts to quell the chaos!
As for the Han Dynasty, Emperor Jing, Zhou Yafu, Dou Ying, Li Ji, and other important ministers had already formulated a detailed plan to suppress the rebellion.
Therefore, after Emperor Jing of Han made up his mind to quell the rebellion, he gave the order to Zhou Yafu.
He ordered Zhou Yafu to lead the main force to wipe out the Wu and Chu armies.
After the order was given, Zhou Yafu immediately gathered his troops.
Inside the tent!
Zhou Yafu stood at the head of the group in his military attire. He looked down at the generals below with a dignified expression.
"Soldiers, I don't want to say too much. Now, the safety of the Han Dynasty depends on us. You must work together to destroy the rebels and revive the Han Dynasty..."
Zhou Yafu gave a brief encouragement, then pointed to a map in front of him and said,
"Luoyang is where the arsenal of the Han Dynasty is located, and Xingyang (Aocang) is where the granary of the world is located. These two places are of utmost importance. After our army sets off, we will leave Hangu Pass and arrive at Luoyang, Xingyang..."
"Does anyone have any questions?"
None of the generals made a sound. Sending troops from Chang 'an to Luoyang through Hangu Pass was the shortest route, and it was also the route they had planned.
In the crowd, Tian Kong frowned slightly.
He had some understanding of Shi Zeng. He remembered that after Zhou Yafu led the army, he didn't go through Hangu Pass to Luoyang. Instead, he took a detour around Wu Pass and spent a few more days before leading the army to Luoyang.
Now, no one made a sound. Could it be that the army had changed their route during the march?
"Grand Commandant! I have something to say!"
After hesitating for a moment, Tian Meng stood up.
"Huh??"
Zhou Yafu focused his gaze on this young deputy general who had left a deep impression on him.
Many high-ranking generals also looked at Tian Qiong curiously, wondering what he had to do while the army was preparing to set off.
"What do you want?"
"Grand Commandant, I heard that the King of Wu, Liu Bi, is rich and has many people who dare to die. Moreover, the rebellion of the seven kingdoms was premeditated. The King of Wu, Liu Bi, must have expected that the Han Dynasty would send an army to wipe out the rebellion.
From Chang 'an to Luoyang, the Hangu Pass was the most common route. The King of Wu, Liu Bi, must have guessed that, if my guess is correct, the Hangu Pass must be filled with a large number of assassins and wandering soldiers waiting for the army to pass.
They would definitely target the Grand Commanders and Great Generals to assassinate and ambush them, causing the army to fall into chaos before the battle even started and delaying the advance of the army!
Therefore, I suggest that the Grand Commandant change the route of the march to Luoyang and go through the Martial Pass. Although it will take some time, it will be safer that way!”
Tian Meng cupped his fists at Zhou Yafu and spoke slowly.
Zhou Yafu's heart trembled slightly when he heard Tian Kui's words. He looked at Tian Kui deeply.
Not only was this young deputy general powerful, he was also so quick-witted!
"You can't, Grand Commandant. The military situation is urgent now. From Chang 'an to Wuguan and then to Luoyang, the road will at least double, and the army's time will probably double, which is unfavorable to the military situation. If Luoyang and Xingyang are lost, it will be very dangerous!”
A general stood up and objected.
Zhou Yafu didn't say anything. He was deep in thought.
Many generals did not speak.
What this young general said was not without reason. Hangu Pass was a dangerous place. If there were really a large number of assassins and wandering soldiers ambushing and blocking there, there would definitely be a lot of risks.
However, if the rebel army took a detour and delayed the time to break through Liang and occupy Luoyang and Xingyang, then the Han Dynasty would be in a very dangerous and passive position.
"Grand Commandant, I heard that when His Majesty was cutting down the vassals, he was also worried about the rebellion of the princes, so he specially strengthened the strength of the Liang Kingdom. With the Liang Kingdom in the front, Luoyang and Xingyang could not have been occupied by the rebels in such a short time!”
He knew that Liang was the barrier for the rebel army to march into the Central Plains. With Liang, Luoyang and Xingyang behind it would not fall so quickly.
"Deputy General Tian's words make sense!”
"For the sake of safety, I have decided to change the route of the army. From Chang 'an to Wu Pass, and then to Luoyang!”
Zhou Yafu did not listen to the opposing general's opinion. Instead, he immediately adopted Tian Qiong's suggestion and sent a team of soldiers to Hangu Pass to investigate the situation.
"If it's really as you said, I'll give you credit!”
Zhou Yafu stared at Tian Meng and said seriously.
Tian Meng was delighted when he heard this. If his guess was correct, he would definitely get the credit.
"Alright, generals!"
After he was done, Zhou Yafu solemnly ordered,
"I will order all the troops to set off immediately!”
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