Zhu Changxiao's version of the Sui Dynasty

King Yang Guang of the Jin Dynasty took office as Daxingtai of Huainan Road. The administrative seat of Huainan Road was Yangzhou, which was located to the north of the Yangtze River. Yu Wenshu, the left concubine of the Jin Palace, rushed to Yangzhou first, followed by Jin Wang Yang Guang, Princess Xiao Jun, right concubine Zhang Heng, and staff Zhuge Ying and others.

At this time, Yu Wenshu had been waiting for a long time. As soon as the car arrived, Yu Wenshu hurriedly came forward to greet him. Yang Guang and Xiao Jun got off the carriage, and Yuwen said:"The camp of His Highness and Princess has been selected. It is one of the largest houses in Yangzhou City."

Yang Guang, Xiao Jun and others entered the camp together and looked around. They were so angry..

In late autumn, flowers and plants are still fragrant. The corridors and pavilions are full of exquisite jade carvings, the pavilions and pavilions are full of elegant scenery, and the halls and wings are inlaid with originality. Yang Guang looked at it and sighed with emotion. The beauty of Huainan is no less than that of the royal palace in the capital.

Yang Guang said:"It's really pleasing to see such a mansion in Huainan." Yu Wenshu looked sideways at Yang Guang and was overjoyed. He was about to take the opportunity to flatter him when he heard Xiao Jun say:"My father once inspected the Jin Dynasty's mansion because he was simple in running the house." , and was appreciated by the Queen Mother. Now that he lives in such a courtyard and spreads to the palace, wouldn't it ruin the reputation of His Highness as a diligent and thrifty family manager?"

Yang Guang thought about it, but it was like this, and told Yuwen:"Xiao What the concubine said is absolutely true. Such a mansion must not be used by me. It is better to sell it to a wealthy businessman and use it to raise military expenses."

Yu Wenshu wanted to flatter Jin Wang Yang Guang. After listening to Xiao Jun's suggestion, he also felt that it was inappropriate to spread this matter. They could only choose a simple house for Yang Guang and his wife to use as their Huainan Road camp.

After the King of Jin moved his camp, soldiers and horses from all over the north arrived in Yangzhou one after another. Qu Tutong and Qu Tugai led 20,000 troops from the east capital to join forces; Yujuluo and Yujuzan led an infantry of 30,000 horses from Hedong. ; Yin Shishi and Du Yan led 30,000 elite troops from Hebei; Fan Zigai and Li Yuan led 30,000 troops from the pass into Huai; and Yang Guang personally led an army of 100,000 troops; in addition, the king of Hejian Yang Hong personally led 40,000 elite troops to guard the grain. On the way, Yan Rong, the general manager of Qingzhou, had 50,000 naval troops training in Langya, and the Sui army participating in the recovery of Jiankang had reached 300,000. In addition, Yang Su's Badong navy and Qin Wang Yang Jun's Hankou navy also had 200,000 troops. It can be said that there are

518,000 troops, standing in the water and chasing the waves in the sky.

The Eighth Route Army sent troops to the coast, and Chen Jun's poems were still hazy in drunkenness.

The army marched south, the troops and horses were mobilized, and there were frequent exchanges, which delayed a lot of days. Generals from all walks of life gathered in Yangzhou. King Yang Guang of Jin was very proud. He was full of energy all day long, and his joy was beyond words. Yang Guang had never commanded such a huge battle. He was secretly happy, knowing that the success or failure of this battle would be remembered in history.

Yu Wenshu, the concubine of Zuo, saw Yang Guang's thoughts and took the initiative to suggest:"Now that soldiers and horses from all walks of life have gathered, the soldiers participating in the battle have been bumpy all the way, and they are tired and exhausted. The general thought that we should hold a banquet to celebrate and entertain the soldiers of the three armies."

"What General Yuwen said makes sense. At the beginning of the battle, the life and death of the soldiers are unpredictable. Not to mention the hard journey, it is appropriate to have a feast for the three armies."

Seeing that his proposal was accepted, Yu Wenshu pursed his lips and said with a smile:"Your Highness entertains the soldiers with kindness and prestige, and the general will think it is just the right time."

"The general made preparations quickly. After the banquet, I will set foot across Jiangdong."

Yu Wenshu immediately ordered to go down, hold a banquet in the Huainan camp, and invite all the military leaders to the camp for the banquet.

In the evening, Yang Guang put on a red python robe and looked happy. Xiao Jun asked:"What good things are going on tonight? What makes His Highness so excited?"

"Yu Wenshu suggested that we give a banquet to the three armies and entertain the generals of each battalion tonight. Before the battle, I will get drunk with all the generals before resting."

"It was Yu Wenshu's idea again. This man knew how to please His Highness, but he didn't necessarily care about the war."

Yang Guang smiled, put his arm around Xiao Jun's shoulders and persuaded:"No matter what kind of people, they must be used by my king. There must be those who dare to fight in blood, and there must be those who know how to inspire military morale. Yu Wenshu's thoughtfulness allows me to The king would also have less to worry about."

Yang Guang stood up and took out the book. When he saw Xiao Jun sitting on the bed and not moving, he asked again:"Why doesn't my beloved concubine go?"

"After all, I am a female concubine. If I go to the banquet and the generals are too cautious, they might as well not go."

"That's fine. I'll ask the cook to prepare some good dishes, and my concubine can eat them by herself."

Yang Guang went straight to the front yard. The late autumn breeze was blowing slightly that night. Dozens of tables were arranged on both sides of the garden. Yang Guang sat in the middle and greeted the generals. After three rounds of wine and five dishes,

Yang Guang stood up. Holding the cup, he said:"When I was thirteen years old, I sent troops to the north to resist the Turks; when I was fifteen years old, I went straight to Huanglong and regained Yingzhou; now I am twenty years old, and I am about to send my troops across the river to unify the north and the south. I am interested today. Please invite all of you. The general will have a banquet here."

Everyone praised Yang Guang's achievements, raised their glasses one after another, and drank it all. When Yuwenshu saw that Yang Guang was happy, he hurriedly helped pour the wine. Just as he was about to stand up, he was pulled by Gao Jiong beside him. Yuwenshu He was stunned,"What's the matter with Gao Xiangguo?"

"The war is imminent, so please advise Your Highness to drink less to avoid any trouble."

"The Prime Minister is overly worried. In such a big battle, how much can a meal and a meal delay?"Yuwenshu didn't listen to Gao Qiao's advice and insisted on filling Yang Guang with wine.

The generals accompanied Yang Guang to drink wine, exchange cups, and kept drinking. The night was getting darker, and Yang Guang felt a little sick in his stomach. Just when Yuwenshu had another Coming to pour the wine, Yang Guang grabbed Yuwenshu's wrist and said,"You can't drink this wine anymore, I feel like vomiting."

Yu Wenshu saw that Yang Guang's expression was really uncomfortable, so he hurriedly said:"Your Highness, go and rest first, and leave this place to the general."

Yang Guang stood up, patted Yu Wenshu on the shoulder, and swayed away from the banquet. Zhang Heng, the concubine on the right, saw something was wrong with Yang Guang and hurriedly followed him. As soon as he arrived at the backyard and before he entered the house, Yang Guang made a sound of vomiting. He started to vomit. Zhang Heng, the right concubine, helped Yang Guang, who was already unsteady on his feet, and said,"Your Highness, just vomit, it will make you feel better.""

Several times of vomiting alerted Xiao Jun in the room. Xiao Jun hurriedly came out of the room. Seeing Yang Guang's drunken state, he asked:"Why is Your Highness so drunk?"

"His Highness was in a very high mood today, and everyone did not dare to lose their spirits, so they drank too much."

Xiao Jun helped Yang Guang by beating his back. Zhang Heng hurriedly called the servants at the camp. Everyone arrived, some with towels and some with tea bowls. There was a chaos in the backyard.

Yang Guang was carried to the bedroom, and two servants were wiping him. There was vomit beside the bed, and the room was filled with the smell of alcohol. Zhang Heng asked:"Is Your Highness feeling better?"

Xiao Jun said:"Your Highness's face turned yellow."

I have seen Yang Guang drunk on weekdays, but I have never seen him as uncomfortable as today. Zhang Heng sent his servant to call the medical officer. The medical officer checked his pulse and said to Zhang Heng:"Master Registrar, let me see what your highness is eating tonight. Not on the right track, a little acclimated to Huainan food"

"How to treat it?

The medical officer thought for a moment and said,"Let's eat something to nourish our stomach these days.""

The medical officer had just left, and Yang Guang woke up in a daze. He complained of abdominal pain, had diarrhea and vomiting, and struggled again until dawn.

For three days in a row, Yang Guang suffered from vomiting and diarrhea and was unable to take charge. Looking at the approaching war, he was anxious After breaking up the generals who were marching in the camp, the marching commander Shi and the Prime Minister Gao Jiong saw that there were many delays in the army, so they could only summon the generals to gather in the central military hall.

Gao Jiong sat on the throne and said to the generals:"My colleagues , the 300,000 troops on the eastern front arrived in Huainan one after another, and the navy on the western front was ready for battle, and the decisive battle was imminent. However, His Highness the King of Jin was not acclimated, and drank alcohol to hurt his body, and it was difficult to get sick. These days cannot be wasted like this. Li

Yuan asked:"The King of Jin is the coach. If he falls ill and delays important matters, it is not appropriate to change the coach before the battle, right?"

"Changing the commander before the battle is a matter of great importance, and the emperor must be ordered to do so."There was a glimmer of light in Gao Yan's eyes.

Qu Tu said:"Why don't we wait for the King of Hejian to bring the grain to Huaihe River before we discuss it?"

"No."Gao Jing said:"The urgent report from Badong County has been sent this morning. Yang Su, the Duke of Qinghe, has asked for orders to start the war. If we wait for the King of Hejian, we will definitely miss the chance of fighting."

Everyone was speechless. Gao Jiong looked at everyone and said tentatively:"If you are at your wits' end, you can only ask for an order to change the commander."

Li Yuan casually talked about changing the commander. After all, he was a deputy general and could not speak like an expert. However, Gao Jiong also advocated changing the commander, so there is a high probability that he would really change the commander. Yu Wenshu stood up and said:"May I ask who Gao Xiangguo requested to change? To be handsome?"

"The change of commander before the battle is due to the imperial military aircraft, how can you and I guess?"

Yu Wenshu did not ask, and the other generals did not dare to ask more questions, so they had to follow Gao Jiao's arrangement and disperse.

Although Yu Wenshu had some bad ideas, after all, he was As soon as Yang Guang's cronies left the Zhongjun Hall, they hurried to the King of Jin's camp. Zhang Heng was in the courtyard, and Yu Wenshu asked:"How is your highness's health today?""

"My face turned yellow from vomiting and my stomach was weak."

"Taking advantage of His Highness's illness, Gao Jiong decided to ask the imperial court to change the commander before the battle, which was very detrimental to His Highness.

Zhang Heng said:"Although Your Highness is weak, your Majesty is awake. You and I should go and inform the Princess immediately.""

"good!"

Xiao Jun was sitting in the room, listening to Zhuge Ying explaining the old medical book. Yu Wenshu and Zhang Heng came to Xiao Jun's bedroom. Xiao Jun asked,"What's the matter, sir? Please sit down and talk.""

Another maid brought two stools. The two sat down and looked at each other, not knowing what to say. Xiao Jun asked,"What is the important matter? Sir, please speak frankly.""

Yu Wen said:"Gao Jiong called the generals to discuss today and asked for an order to change the commander."

"ah? Xiao Jun was startled,"What should we do?""

Yu Wen said:"His Royal Highness has gastrointestinal discomfort and has been ill for three consecutive days. Gao Jiong took advantage of delaying the military flight and asked for a change of commander. He must have wanted to hand over the seal of command to the prince Yang Yong. This matter is of great concern."

Xiao Jun thought about how much effort it took to help King Jin win the title of commander. If he is replaced by the prince, King Jin's ambition will be wasted. Thinking of this, Xiao Jun's eyes fell on Zhuge Ying.

Zhuge Ying twisted Beard, thinking in his mind, said:"Gao Jiong is in a position, and no one among the generals can stop him. The only way to stop Gao Jiong from changing commanders now is to start a war as soon as possible!

Yu Wenshu said:"When we talk about starting a war, Gao Qiao won't listen."

Zhuge Ying said:"The only one who can force Gao Jiong to order a war is the princess.""

Yu Wenshu and Zhang Heng looked at Xiao Jun. Xiao Jun was forced to do this, and there was nothing he dared not say. He hesitated for a moment and said:"Zhang Heng, send Gao Jun to see you immediately."

Xiao Jun's eyes were sharp and his expression was resolute. Zhang Heng did not expect that Concubine Xiao would see Gao Jun directly, so he did not dare to neglect and immediately sent someone to inform Gao Jun.

Not long after, Gao Jun came to the King of Jin's camp and arrived at Xiao Jun's room.. Yu Wenshu, Zhang Heng, and Zhuge Ying also sat aside. Xiao Jun ordered someone to sit down. Gao Jie asked:"The princess passed down the official, if there is anything urgent, just ask someone to speak on my behalf."

Xiao Jun said:"Do you need to endorse something as big as changing the coach before the battle?" Gao

Jiu was stunned and looked sideways at Yuwenshu. He thought that Yuwenshu must have revealed to Concubine Xiao about the request for a commander-in-chief change early on. Gao Jiong said with a fake smile:"The princess's news is very well-informed. I will discuss it with the generals." , we really need to ask for an order to change the commander."

"Gao Xiangguo wouldn't want to replace the prince, right?"

"Now King Yang Jun of Qin is in Hankou, King Yang Xiu of Shu is in Xichuan, King Yang Liang of Han is still young, and the only one who can replace King Jin is the prince.

Xiao Jun said:"King Jin has been in poor health these days, so why not delay the start of the war for a few days?""

Gao Jiong bowed and said,"Qinghe Gong Yang Su's five-tooth warship has been stationed in Badong County, and the battle is about to begin. If the main naval force delays, then the entire army of 510,000 will be delayed, and the lower official cannot bear it."

Xiao Jun sneered and asked:"We have to change the commander before the battle. It's a long way from Guanxi to Huainan. Even if Pegasus delivers the news, it will be delayed for a lot of days. Isn't it a delay?"

"this……"

Gao Jun was asked by Xiao Jun for a moment and had no words to answer. Xiao Jun said firmly:"Since no one can afford to delay the military aircraft, then immediately send an order to Qinghe for an open battle!"

Xiao Jun's words were quite impressive, Gao Jun said Unable to argue, he was so angry that he bit his back teeth. He never thought that he would lose to Xiao Jun, a little woman, verbally.

Looking at Gao Jiong's hesitant expression, Xiao Jun said:"It won't be decided in the next few days whether to change the commander, but no one can afford to delay the military plan."

Gao Jiong breathed heavily from his nose, so he could only nod:"Let's go. The officer understood and immediately ordered an open battle in Qinghe."

After all, the commander of the march, Shi Gaojun, was a supporter of Prince Yang Yong and wanted to take this opportunity to replace Prince Yang Yong as commander. Although he wrote a secret message to order Yang Su to start the battle, at the same time Gao Jun Jiong wrote another secret memorial and sent an eight-hundred-mile horse to the capital. It can be said that the prince is greedy for sex and misses life, and the king of Jin is greedy for wine and is ill.

Fighting day and night for profit and power, how many people know that there are endless internal conflicts?