Chapter 435 Not Fighting on Their Own Territory
Shen Huaichen had actually made this request to Changsheng Gong many times: not to harm the border city.
Chang Shenggong also knew that it was no easy feat for Shen Huaichen to manage the border city to such an extent.
Therefore, Changsheng Gong also expressed that he would definitely do his best to protect the border city.
When Chang Shenggong explained the battle plan to Emperor Xiaowu, Emperor Xiaowu repeatedly agreed with it.
"The border city will definitely not be moved."
Remember, the main battlefield must be located within the territory of the Northern Hu.
They're not making any moves now, are they? Then let's station our army outside that Dark Cloud City.
As for the reasons...
Hehe, no reason needed!
"That's why they dared to intercept and kill merchants from Dayu." Emperor Xiaowu said, looking at the map.
"Your Majesty is absolutely right. This old minister was also thinking of preventing damage to the border city," said Duke Changsheng respectfully.
Emperor Xiao Wu's eyes never left the map.
"That's for sure, I'm not stupid."
Previously, the border fortress was a barrier for the Northern Hu people, but now it has been separated.
It can serve as a barrier for both the northern Hu and the greater Chongqing.
If the border fortress is gone, the cavalry of the Northern Hu will truly be able to drive straight into the territory of Dayu.
Furthermore, the crops in the fields across the country have finally turned out well this year; we can't let the war destroy them.
The border fortress must not be damaged.
Since it's war, then it's about bringing the flames of war to someone else's home.
I'm not foolish enough to fight a war on my own land!
Don't worry, you military men can decide how to fight the war yourselves.
I will not utter a single decision regarding the battlefield.
"Just think of me as... a mascot!" Emperor Xiao Wu laughed.
Chang Shenggong stroked his beard and remained silent.
Indeed, it's the best thing that the imperial family can be so clear-headed, especially for their subjects.
"Your humble servant will obey Your Majesty's command." Chang Sheng Gong bowed respectfully.
Emperor Xiao Wu then turned his gaze away from the map of the north.
Looking at Chang Sheng Gong, whose hair was mostly white and whose face was marked by the vicissitudes of life, he suddenly felt a surge of warmth in his heart.
"How many years has the old general been in the army?" Emperor Xiaowu asked.
"I joined the army at the age of sixteen."
At that time, I was stationed in the north with my father.
This old minister still remembers!
The Weiyuan Army didn't exist back then!
As for the northern lands... those northern barbarians would come and plunder from time to time.
My father once said, "Peace in the North!" This was his lifelong wish.
He can't see it now, but he believes his descendants will. Chang Sheng Gong's face was full of reminiscence.
Emperor Xiao Wu remained silent for a while.
The North is at peace! This is more than just an old general's long-cherished wish!
Which emperor of the Great Yu dynasty did not have this wish?
Therefore, he must accomplish what the previous emperors failed to do.
Not just in the North...
What he wants is peace throughout the world...
Thinking of this, Emperor Xiao Wu suddenly looked at Duke Changsheng.
"General, we, as ruler and subject, are of one mind. We must win this battle, okay?"
This battle alone must be enough to disintegrate the Northern Hu and render them incapable of invading Dayu again.
After defeating the Northern Hu, manage the border city well, earn more silver, and enable the firearms research institute to produce better firearms as soon as possible.
At that time, we could take over both the south and the west.
May Chongqing achieve true peace and prosperity, and may the nation be prosperous and the people at peace, to comfort our ancestors.
General, shall we watch that day come together?
"The late Emperor and the Duke of Dingguo didn't see it, so we'll help them see it!" Emperor Xiaowu asked the Duke of Changsheng earnestly.
The blood in Chang Sheng Gong's body was stirred.
True peace and prosperity throughout the world...
Which general wouldn't want to see this!
Who wouldn't want to fight their way to a peaceful and prosperous nation on horseback?
"Although I am old, I can still fight for the Great Yu for another twenty years without any problem."
"This old minister believes that under Your Majesty's leadership, the Great Yu will surely be a land where all nations come to pay homage," said Changsheng Gong excitedly.
Emperor Xiao Wu patted Chang Sheng Gong on the shoulder with satisfaction.
It's more comfortable talking to military officers.
If he brings up these things in court...
Heh, those court officials... no, I should say the old ministers, they're all probably spouting grand principles at me.
What about militarism and aggression...?
Wasting resources and manpower, or being belligerent, is not advisable...
A bunch of random, nonsensical things will definitely come out.
So, Auntie is right!
Saying the right thing to the right person is the best choice...
Emperor Xiao Wu was thinking about whether he should pull Chang Sheng Gong aside and talk more about how to expand the battlefield.
Suddenly, the curtain of the large tent was lifted.
Huangfu Ruoxi, dressed in military uniform, walked in.
“Father, I’ll go with you on the inspection tomorrow! I’ve made all the arrangements; I’ll say I’m going to visit the market in the north.”
That way, His Majesty will be too busy holding small court assemblies for those officials to care about... me!
Your Majesty, what are you doing here...?
Emperor Xiao Wu, Duke of Ever-Victorious...
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