"Secondly, Longyou is located to the rear of Li Jingang. If our army confronts Li Jingang in the future, we can form a pincer attack from the east and west, leaving him vulnerable to attack from both front and back!"
"Thirdly, sending troops from Longyou can directly penetrate the western part of Mobei, which is of great strategic significance!"
Fan Nan is worthy of being a person who has served as the Minister of War in the court. Although he is a Jinshi, his strategic vision is still very sharp.
The three good points he mentioned were exactly what Zhao Muyun wanted.
However, after hearing this, Zhao Muyun slowly shook his head and poured a basin of cold water on him:
"Mr. Muyun admires your far-sightedness. However, our army has just conquered three prefectures and is exhausted, with much to rebuild. Furthermore, to the north, the Tartar Chanyu court is eyeing us covetously, and we simply don't have the spare forces to make a long-term move towards Longyou."
"Right now, forming an alliance with them, exchanging resources, and opening up trade routes to the Western Regions is already the best strategy. We can't bite off more than we can chew."
Pei Lun and Fan Nan looked at each other and both felt that what Zhao Muyun said was very true and agreed with it deeply.
At this stage, the key is to consolidate the foundation and hold on to the fruits of victory.
Zhao Muyun looked at Pei Lun with a serious expression, "Minister Pei, hunting down Timur is secondary. I would like to ask you to take the trouble to represent our Northern Frontier and go to Longyou."
"First, to establish contact with the Longyou Jiedushi and express the intention of forming an alliance and conducting trade; second, to explore the strength of Longyou."
He paused, then emphasized, "This matter concerns the long-term development of our northern border. Only someone familiar with border affairs and skilled in diplomacy can be competent. Minister Pei, are you willing to go?"
Pei Lun stood up without hesitation and said, "Thank you for Mu Yun's trust. I will do my utmost to promote the alliance and understand the situation!"
He knew that going to Longyou would just allow him to avoid the call from the King of Jin to come to Beijing.
"Okay!" Zhao Muyun nodded with satisfaction, "Old Tang!"
"exist!"
"Lead the elite scout battalion, select a guide familiar with the desert terrain, and assign another thousand elite soldiers to escort Minister Pei to Longyou. Make sure to ensure his safety along the way!"
"I'll also allocate you one hundred thunder bombs to enhance your prestige and also to serve as an emergency response."
"I obey your command!" Tang Yanhai responded solemnly.
"As for the Prince of Jin!" Zhao Muyun added, "If they come to urge Minister Pei to take up his post, just say that his old illness has relapsed and he has caught a cold. He needs to rest and cannot take up his post for the time being."
"Get ready and leave in three days."
"yes!"
Pei Lun felt warm in his heart. Zhao Muyun was really thoughtful.
The two left one after another. Just as Tang Yanhai was about to step out of the door, Zhao Muyun seemed to remember something and called him back, specifically admonishing him:
"Old Tang, there's one more thing you need to pay special attention to on this trip. Be on the Longyou Road, and even in the direction of the Western Regions, and pay attention to information about something!"
"A 'black oil' that comes out of cracks in the ground or springs. It is sticky, flammable and has a pungent smell."
"If you discover any relevant clues, immediately send your most reliable person to report back to me as quickly as possible! This matter is of great importance, remember this!"
Although Tang Yanhai didn't understand why, seeing Zhao Muyun's extremely serious expression, he knew that it must be something serious, so he answered solemnly:
"Don't worry, Chief Zhao! I will keep an eye on it and report back as soon as I get any news!"
Looking at Tang Yanhai's departing back, Zhao Muyun's eyes were deep.
Oil, the blood of this industry, cannot be used in internal combustion engines, but if it can be found and utilized, it may create unexpected miracles in this era.
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