Chapter 244 Liu Cang is looking for birds
The honest man went crazy, and all the officials in the court fell silent. It's not that everyone has never seen the world before, but the contrast Cai Yong brought to everyone was too great.mankanshu
No matter how you modify it, the certainty that Liu Cang fanned the Qiang people into civil strife remains intact.
It is difficult to say whether this characterization is good or bad at the moment.
Some people think it's a relief, some people think it's eye-catching. Di Qiang, Baima Qiang and even Fa Qiang all sent envoys to Luo to condemn. Others are worried that civil strife will lead to large-scale raids by Qiang people in winter.
Don't doubt it, the first thought in the mind of the Han people when encountering hardship is quite different.
The population is decreasing, livestock production is decreasing, the cold winter is coming, and there is no need for natural disasters. Hu Qiang's first thought is to grab a vote and relieve his own pressure.
Shaodang mostly disturbs Liangzhou, while Baima Qiang likes to attack Yizhou, while Faqiang will attack Bhutan, Bangladesh, and even spread to Tianzhu.
After grabbing and running, they often do not confront armed forces from various places. They are less aggressive than the Huns in the early years, but they are also more annoying.
Although Liu Cang's method of inciting slaves to revolt caused great resistance to Hu Qiang and even Xianbei, the upper class of the Han Dynasty did not have much taboo against it.
Not to mention the Zhangjiao Yellow Turban Rebellion that is just around the corner, uprisings under various names seem to have never been new in Han Dynasty.
Military positions such as cavalry general and rebel general have a long history. The so-called "conquest of betrayal" is not a way of conquering disobedient subjects and suppressing uprisings.
Probably those nomads were used to catching slaves blindly, but they suddenly felt a little uncomfortable when they encountered this kind of thing. It was too fussy.
Cai Yong's rebuke to Wang Yun completely disrupted the rhythm of Wang Yun's speech. Cai Yong even said the originally planned accusations in advance.
Wang Yun regained consciousness and immediately turned red with anger, while He Jin glanced at Wang Yun in disappointment.
"Your Majesty, Liu Cang's affairs are neither right nor wrong. We can wait to discuss them later. The most urgent matter now is Jincheng's affairs. At the same time, Liu Cang cannot be allowed to act recklessly in the Qiang land. If the various tribes of the Qiang tribe are attracted to unite, it will be a big disaster."
In the court hall, seeing that Wang Yun's knife, which was specially designed to stab Liu Cang, was not easy to use, He Jin couldn't hold himself back and spoke to Liu Hongjin.
"Your Majesty, as an official of the Han Dynasty, Han Sui gathered a crowd to rebel and should be severely punished. If he is worried about the defense of Jincheng, he can call back King Dongping and let him take charge of Jincheng." After He Jin, Huangfu Song stepped forward.
"As far as I know, the Qiang people on the border are very afraid of King Dongping. If he sits in Liangzhou, he will definitely be able to suppress the foreign invasion." Huangfu Song said loudly.
"No!" Before Huangfu Song could finish his words, Liu Hong frowned and Zhang Rang was the first to speak.
It can be said that Liu Hong really admires Liu Cang now, but because Liu Cang has gained such a great reputation among Hu Qiang, it is basically impossible for Liu Hong to put Liu Cang in Liangzhou.
Liu Hong did not doubt that Liu Cang might really be able to suppress Liangzhou, but Liu Cang was also a prince who he personally pulled up. Liu Hong did not want to put a prince who could suppress Liangzhou into that chaotic place.
Make it bigger.
And Zhang Rang knew Liu Hong's thoughts. Similarly, Zhang Rang also really didn't want Liu Cang to go to that damn place in Liangzhou and establish himself.
"Your Majesty, after all, Liu Cang is young and reckless, and the guarding side is most afraid of being impulsive. Judging from what he has done, it is difficult for him to hold a big position."
"There are countless generals in Liangzhou, and one of them was Ma Teng in the fight against the rebellion. The Ma family in Fufeng is so famous, how can Liu Cang, who has committed such deeds as a rogue bandit, be able to compare with him?"
Zhang Rang bowed to Liu Hong's side and belittled Liu Cang for a while. Following Zhang Rang's eyes, Liu Hong saw Ma Rixi in the hall, and a hint of smile appeared in his original cautious expression.
Well, Ma Teng and Ma Rixi are related, and Ma Teng is a descendant of General Fubo Ma Yuan.
Ma Yuan had a brother named Ma Yu, and Ma Yu had a son named Ma Yan. Ma Yan gave birth to Ma Rong, and Ma Rong was Ma Rixi's grandfather.
That's why some people in later generations said that Ma Rong was Ma Yuan's grandson, and there were also some remarks that Ma Rixi was Ma Teng's father.
Although it's hard to say whether Ma Rixi gave support to Ma Teng, Zhang Rang mentioned Ma Teng at this time, not to please Ma Rixi.
On the contrary, there is even a hint of irony.
The Fufeng Ma family has a high reputation in Xiliang, but who is not thinking hard about leaving Xiliang?
Duan Qiao, Zhang Huan, and Huangfu Gui were all in Sanming, Liangzhou. Look at which of them established their home in Liangzhou.
Even Huangfu Song, who was guarding the north, was wandering around in Luoyang.
Zhang Rang is unhappy, why, why don't you stay in that damn place in Liangzhou, but you want our family to go there?
Zhang Rang didn't want Liu Cang to go to control Liangzhou, but Liu Hong was quite satisfied with Zhang Rang's attitude.
Well, in Liu Hong's opinion, Zhang Rang's attitude fully proves that Zhang Rang has no dissent towards him. Well, if you want to be rich, you should stay with me.
Liu Hong and Zhang Rang each had their own thoughts.
Faced with Zhang Rang's innuendo and sarcasm, Huangfu Song was speechless for a moment and looked at Cai Yong. Cai Yong also turned a blind eye to this. Obviously, he did not support Huangfu Song's proposal.
Huangfu Song sighed, it was not that he didn't know Liu Cang's special status, but he felt it was somewhat of a pity. Now that he was old, not to mention fighting, even fighting between the DPRK and China was somewhat incompetent.
Liu Hong released Ding Yuan's army in Bingzhou, and He Jin had the tendency to encourage Dong Zhuo to send troops to Liangzhou. The political struggle was not Huangfu Song's concern.
However, since he was a general, Huangfu Song deeply felt that there needed to be someone to control both aspects of military affairs.
Huangfu Song seemed to want to say something more, but Liu Hong's voice stopped him again.
"Instigating civil strife among the Qiang people, and using the strategy of watching the fire from across the bank, which greatly damaged the strength of the Qiang people. This is an achievement, and there is no need to discuss Liu Cang's matter anymore." Liu Hong opened his mouth to make a conclusion. Some people in the palace were pleased, while others frowned.
"If this method of fanning is used correctly, it will be righteous, and if it is used wrongly, it will be evil. I would like to ask you to advise me on whether this method can be used on the barbarian Xianbei?" Liu Hong asked the ministers.
Liu Hong may be relatively mediocre, but as the Han Emperor, he still has no objection to a war that can take advantage of him. As soon as Liu Hong finished speaking, Zhu Jun stood up and spoke out.
"Your Majesty, King Dongping met by chance this time, not to mention the barbarian Xianbei. I am afraid that this method will not be applicable even in the mountains and rivers within the territory." Zhu Jun spoke, and everyone listened quietly.
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! "Now King Dongping has taken advantage of the Qiang people, which can be regarded as the beginning of the nomadic slave uprising. Whether it is a blessing or a curse is unpredictable."
"Nomads are cruel to their slaves. This civil strife among the Qiang people has alerted foreigners. They are likely to treat slaves even more harshly in the future, and they also need to strengthen border defenses to prevent them from kidnapping people more frequently in border counties." Zhu Jun elaborated, Liu Hong said. His complexion changed slightly.
The Han Dynasty in the feudal era may not have been good, but if the Han Dynasty was not good, the surrounding Qiang and Hu people would undoubtedly be more cruel and vicious.
"General Zhu is saying that they will kill slaves frequently?" Liu Hong said solemnly.
"Your Majesty, there is no need to kill slaves. Foreigners don't need so many slaves in their daily life. If there are no injuries or illnesses, they will mostly serve as auxiliary slaves during war. As long as they are more demanding on weekdays, that's it.
"
Zhu Jun was about to speak but stopped, and Liu Hong looked towards where Huangfu Song was. Seeing Huangfu Song, Lu Zhijun nodded in agreement, and Liu Hong couldn't help but feel a chill in his heart.
"Notify all border counties to take precautions at all times. The General's Mansion and the Taiwei's Mansion will issue rewards and punishments again. If Hu Qiang knocks on the pass, military merit rewards will be appropriately increased." Liu Hong said coldly.
"Your Majesty is wise." The ministers praised, Liu Hong's cold expression faded slightly, Yang Biao agreed, but He Jin was not in a good mood.
What about the General's Mansion, the Taiwei's Mansion, and the Young Master's Mansion? Increase rewards or something, and the Young Master's Mansion won't be a part of it?
"Your Majesty, now that King Dongping has the ability to intimidate the border Qiang, why not send more elite troops from the court to join forces with King Dongping internally and externally? If we can wipe out the Shaodang Qiang, we will definitely be able to keep Liangzhou stable for several years." The old minister was speechless. At that time, among the young officials, Yuan Shao raised his voice to remonstrate.
"No." Many young officials in the palace had eager expressions on their faces. Seeing that Liu Hong seemed to be interested, Yang Biao couldn't help but speak out.
"Your Majesty, the reason why King Dongping is feared by the Qiang people is because he defends more and attacks less. He often counterattacks Qiang attacks on flat terrain." Yang Biao explained.
"The terrain of the plateau is complex and the environment is harsh. If our army takes the initiative to attack, Shaodang will only have to move temporarily, and we will definitely return without success."
"Liu Cang alone can evade his relationship with the Qiang rebel army. If the DPRK sends troops again, it is likely to cause a backlash from the various Qiang people. If the Qiang rebel army feels threatened, it will be even worse than the gain. "
"Now that the Qiang people are in civil strife, I heard that King Dongping used the excuse of worshiping at Xianhu Lake to avoid war. This is a wise move."
"The Qiang people's combat power cannot be compared with the soldiers of my country, but what troubles our country has always been the movement of the Qiang people, as well as the environment and terrain there."
"We just have to sit back and watch the consumption, and we must not rush for quick success."
Yang Biao explained, Liu Hong was disappointed, and many young and strong officials were unwilling to do so.
"Well, what the Lieutenant said is true. There is news about Liu Cang. He should be ordered to return to the army as soon as possible." After thinking for a moment, Liu Hong nodded, and then asked about Liu Cang's news. Yang Biao and He Jin all shook their heads. Hong Ze looked at Cai Yong.
"Earlier, Haoxuan sent a letter home, but it was sent by a gyrfalcon. After I replied, there was no news. Now I don't know the specific situation." Cai Yong said helplessly to Liu Hong.
"Hmph, Liu Cang is wandering around the Qiang land, which is an insult to the dignity of the Han Dynasty. Even the Qiang people can't trace his whereabouts, and the border counties can't find out about him. He definitely doesn't know any military discipline and rules." He Jin snorted coldly.
Most people looked down upon He Jin's words. He was able to roam the Qiang land and make it difficult for the Qiang people to track him. This was considered a great ability. Zhang Wen took the blame for military disciplines and regulations. This insulted the majesty of the Han Dynasty.
, Liu Hong even felt that He Jin was picking on him.
"Then what did Liu Cang's letter say?" Liu Hong asked Cai Yong, ignoring He Jin.
"Forehead.
"Cai Yong hesitated.
"Back to Your Majesty, the boy just said that everything is fine, nothing more.
"
"What else?" Liu Hong frowned.
"More, um, he said he was going to Xianhai Lake to see if he could catch the Gu." Cai Yong said softly, and Liu Hong was stunned.
"Giggle~" Zhao Zhong chuckled from the side.
"Your Majesty, it seems that what the general said is true. Our King Dongping is indeed lacking in military discipline." Zhao Zhong said with a smile, causing Zhang Rang to glare.
The courtiers were speechless, and Liu Hong also grinded his teeth a bit.
Chapter completed!