Chapter 105
Arrangements related to the fate of Youzhou
Zhang Ruoxu and Li Huaigu saluted respectfully. These two scholars from the capital actually stood on the side of Youzhou. Liu Buqi was actually very confused.
The two of them smiled at each other and recited a poem softly!
"The land is dangerous and the sky is long. The royal aura of Jinling should be in harmony with the light of Yaoguang. Don't boast about dividing the world here. Only Concubine Xu can get half of her makeup."
"Madam, that day in front of the Yuanyuan painted boat, a poem awakened me from my dream. My brother and I went to Youzhou together, just to avoid being muddle-headed people!"
Liu Buqi suddenly realized it. Now that he said this, he still vaguely remembered that the two of them had hurriedly passed by in the crowd.
Hearing this, Li Huaigu, the official, spoke first, "Madam, this group of people definitely planned this in advance. A few days ago, I reported in detail the possible factional strife in Youzhou, but there has been no response..."
"Wait, you said you reported the situation before?" Liu Buqi keenly sensed something strange! After hearing Li Huaigu's affirmative answer, he immediately fell into deep thought!
"Alas, I've been a bit confused lately. I've been so careless! If this is the case, I'm afraid all my plans will have to be reconsidered!"
Liu Buqi reviewed the recent events again. The next arrangements may very well involve the fate of Youzhou. With no one to discuss with, he must act with caution!
"Marquis Lü Qing, you've been with Lord Lü Xin in charge of Tai'an affairs for a long time. After you leave the mansion today, you don't need to return to Zhenbei Prefecture. Go directly to Tai'an Prefecture to take charge. You have only one goal: until the situation in Youzhou stabilizes, Tai'an Prefecture must be firmly under your control. No soldiers from the Taiyue court are allowed to enter Youzhou!"
"I grant you the power to make decisions on the spot. There are currently 20,000 new recruits left in Tai'an Prefecture. Their commander is General Gao Yi's longtime subordinate. Please have General Song write a letter to him later. I will leave Tai'an Prefecture to the two of you!"
Lu Qinghou is the son of Lu Xin. He and Yue Lingxi share a relationship of shared success and failure. He is also the most trustworthy person in the entire Youzhou. The task of guarding the gateway between Youzhou and the inland must be entrusted to the most trusted person!
Although he has been an official for a short time and has insufficient experience, at this moment, we can only push him to the top and take a gamble!
Lü Qinghou stood there for a long time, obviously he had not expected to be entrusted with such an important task by Liu Buqi at this time! For a moment, he actually felt a little uneasy!
Liu Buqi looked at him with a sharp gaze, "Brother! You will be the one guarding the gates of Youzhou and the Lu family!"
Lu Qinghou is indeed Yue Lingxi's cousin in terms of seniority, and Liu Buqi's calling him "big brother" has already revealed how serious the situation is at this moment!
There were no more people left in Youzhou now, so the only option was to risk their lives and hold on! Lü Qinghou's expression calmed down, and he had already decided to fight to the death. He solemnly accepted the order!
Liu Buqi turned around and looked at Zhang Ruoxu again. Her original intention of summoning him just now was not to entrust him with an important task, but now the situation has changed and she must make a decision immediately!
"Zhang Ruoxu, can King Yan and I trust you?" There was no trace of scrutiny in his sincere eyes, as if Liu Buqi's words were just a kind of encouragement!
Zhang Ruoxu bowed and said, "I will fight to the death!"
He nodded with satisfaction, "Zhang Ruoxu, I order you to leave the mansion and immediately go to Zhenbei Prefecture to take charge of the overall situation. Assist General Song in transferring all the food and fodder stored for the expedition against Yehe to the Lushan defense line!"
Although Zhang Ruoxu was somewhat puzzled by Liu Buqi's order, he still accepted it firmly. As the saying goes, it is easier to add icing on the cake than to send charcoal in the snow. Now that he is on the side of King Yan, it is obviously sending charcoal in the snow!
For the sake of your ideals and ambitions, now is the time to go all out, even if it means risking your life!
"Song Chen..."
"I'm here!"
"I order you to leave the mansion and immediately return to Zhenbei Prefecture to transfer the food and fodder with Lord Zhang. Afterwards, leave 10,000 new soldiers and 10,000 veterans in Zhenbei Prefecture. You will lead the remaining 20,000 troops to defend Lushan. Apart from Prince Yan and me, you are not required to obey any orders from anyone else!"
Lushan is the lifeline and retreat of the Yehe tribe's Youzhou army! Even if the Great Wall falls, it is impossible to occupy the entire Youzhou with only 50,000 grassland soldiers!
As long as the expeditionary army can return safely, everything can start over again! Therefore, the last remaining general in Youzhou must be used where safety is most needed!
Although Song Chen was a pure soldier who took obeying orders as his duty, he was well aware that if he was stationed in Lushan at this time, his connection with Youzhou would be cut off after the grassland attack!
By then, distant water cannot quench immediate thirst, and I will be helpless in ensuring my wife's safety!
After making his doubts clear, Liu Buqi just smiled. At this moment, everything should be based on the overall situation of Youzhou and the safety of the expeditionary force. It is difficult to take his own safety into consideration!
Of course, in order to appease the veteran, Liu Buqi still said comfortingly, "When things are impossible, I will naturally find a way to retreat to Tai'an Mansion!"
Song Chen could only bow and accept the order. Liu Buqi finally looked at Li Huaigu who was standing beside him.
"Li Huaigu, please stay here for a while. I have another important task that needs you to take on!"
Looking around at these officials who were not originally considered core officials in Youzhou, Liu Buqi said with great determination: "The King of Yan's army is marching out of the territory with the intention of annihilating Yehe in one fell swoop. This is an unprecedented event!"
"The situation in Youzhou is dire right now, and we bear a heavy responsibility! We must do our utmost to ensure the safety of the expeditionary army. From today onwards, all your actions must revolve around this goal!"
"Everyone, heroes are revealed in times of crisis! If we survive this catastrophe, when we meet again, King Yan and Buqi will personally toast to celebrate your success!"
Everyone said "yes" and left!
At this time, only Liu Feiyan, Gongsun Wuhui and Li Huaigu were left in the room.
"Li Huaigu, I noticed you remained silent among the neutral officials today. Why is that?"
Li Huaigu quickly replied, "I've discussed this with Brother Zhang. He'll be at the forefront, arguing for his rights, while I'll mingle with the neutral officials to seek support!"
"Madam, most of these neutral officials are pragmatic and do not want to get involved in party disputes, so they stay out of it. Most of them support Prince Yan and you."
He nodded slightly. "Although these pragmatic officials are few in number, they will be the backbone of Youzhou in the future. You can tell them to stay out of this incident and not get involved!"
Seeing that Li Huaigu seemed to be hesitant to speak, Liu Buqi smiled and told him to speak up whatever he wanted to say.
"Madam, there's something I'm not clear on, and I really have to share it! While your supporters may not be in the majority right now, they're certainly not without a fighting chance. However, the arrangements you just made have sent out key figures like General Song, Lord Lu, and Brother Zhang!"
"When we discuss this again tomorrow, it's like giving up the chance to argue. I really don't understand why."
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