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Chapter 643 Liang Yibu's Coup
"Bitch! Stupid woman!!!"

Liang Yibu's roar shook his tent.

The Tangut warriors who were on duty outside the tent lowered their heads and even breathed carefully.

In the tent, the generals under Liang Yibu's command were all trembling with fear.

"Does this stupid woman know what she is doing?" Liang Yibu was holding the secret letter sent from Xingqing Prefecture in his hand, his hair standing on end with anger.

"I can understand that she sent people to the Nanman to seek peace!" Liang Yiwu looked at the Dangxiang generals in front of him.

These generals from the Liang family, the Weiming family, the Meiyi family, and the Pochou family.

He knew very well that as the war progressed and with the various defeats, these people's hearts had become shaken.

Liang Yibu sat down, looking dejected: "But who gave her the courage to ask the Northern Tartars to mediate?"

"Emperor Jingzong led our ancestors in bloody battles to finally obtain this..."

"Now this foolish woman will return it to the Northern Tartars!"

"Can't she use her brain to think about it?"

"If it's so easy to invite the Northern Tartars, why didn't you invite them when the late Queen Mother was in power, when it was so difficult?"

"Why didn't Emperor Yizong invite him?"

"Now it's all right! I'm afraid it's easier to invite a god than to send him away!"

The generals in the tent listened and looked at each other.

They naturally knew that what Liang Yibu said was right.

Before the founding of the Dabai Gao Kingdom, it was actually just a chess piece, a chess piece kept by the Northern Barbarians.

Since they are being kept, there is naturally no possibility for them to talk about independent personality or national dignity.

They could only bow down and kneel before the northern barbarians in order to seek help and support.

Even Emperor Jingzong had to accept this fate.

In the first year of Jingfu in Liao and the ninth year of Tiansheng in Song, he married a princess of Liao.

The princess came with a mission. When she was in the country, she often made suggestions and interfered in state affairs.

Even Jingzong dared not speak out despite his anger.

It was not until Jingzong forced the Southern Barbarians to negotiate peace through three battles at Sanchuankou, Haoshuichuan and Dingchuanzhai that the Great Baigao Kingdom finally had the opportunity to gain true independence.

Therefore, Jingzong resolutely killed the princess of Liao, cut off the Northern Barbarians' reach to the Great Baigao Kingdom, and cleaned up those officials and nobles who were close to the Northern Barbarians.

The northern barbarians were furious and sent troops to attack.

Emperor Jingzong defeated the strong with his weak force and defeated the northern barbarians, finally winning a real opportunity for the Great Bai Gao Kingdom to become independent.

Afterwards, when Emperor Jingzong passed away, the northern barbarians thought of this as an opportunity and once again attacked with their entire country, and at one point their troops headed straight for Xingqing Prefecture.

However, the people of the Great Baigao Kingdom united and, after a bloody battle, drove back the Northern Tartars and forced them to recognize reality.

It is precisely because of those two wars that the Great White Gao Kingdom has survived to this day.

The fathers and grandfathers of the generals present had participated in those two wars.

They naturally understand the significance of this.

"Prime Minister, maybe it's not necessary yet?" said Weiming Pochou, the patriarch of the Pochou family.

"Not really?" Liang Yibu snorted coldly.

"Do we have to wait until the Northern Barbarians' envoys show up at Xingqing Mansion and give orders to the Great Baigao Kingdom Zhanhe before we realize how powerful they are?"

The fuse that led to the breaking of the alliance between Liao and Xia was that Emperor Xingzong of Liao forcibly intervened in the Song-Xia War.

They wanted to use the blood shed by the Great Baigao Kingdom to gain benefits for themselves.

The generals fell silent immediately.

Who wants to have another father above him?

The key point is that this father is arrogant and looks down on others. He never treats Dabai Gaoguo as a human being!
After a long time, Liang Yibu's confidant Wei Mingmei said to Liang Yibu: "Then according to the Prime Minister's opinion, what should we do now?"

Liang Yibu raised his head and said, "For now, we can only follow the example of Emperor Jingzong and defeat the opponent with force!"

"As long as we work together and fight bloody battles to defeat the Southern Barbarians, we can naturally deter the Southern Barbarians and Northern Barbarians and put an end to their wishful thinking!"

This was why he summoned all the generals and lost his temper in front of them.

He wanted to inspire the fighting spirit of the generals and boost their morale in order to create a miracle and survive.

Wei Mingmei was the first to bow and said, "I am willing to follow the Prime Minister and fight to the death to defeat the Southern Barbarians!"

Afterwards, all the generals of the Liang clan also bowed and said, "We are willing to follow the Prime Minister and fight to the death to defeat the Southern Barbarians!"

Next came the generals who were affiliated with the Liang family.

But the other generals did not speak or express their opinions. Instead, they looked at each other, thinking and considering something.

Liang Yibu looked at these people.

He naturally knew why these people didn't express their opinions.
Because the prospects for war are not optimistic.

Also because they are no longer willing to continue wasting their energy in this war.

They had the idea of ​​self-preservation.

But Liang Yibu knew that he had to win the support of these people.

Without their troops, he would have no chance of winning.

So he looked at Wei Ming Po Chou from the Po Chou family.

He was the nephew of Emperor Jingzong and also the military supervisor of the Right Wing Chaoshun Military Supervisory Office.

He is the most powerful military leader in Western Xia except Liang Yibu.

He is also the real local emperor in the Tiandu Mountain area.

Last year, he strangled the Ren family and it was precisely because of the full support of the Pochou family that he was able to do such a good job.

"General Pochou," Liang Yibu asked, "Do you have any questions?"

Wei Ming Po Chou smiled and said, "The Prime Minister has a far-sighted vision, I am far inferior to him!"

"only……"

"Can we still fight the current war?"

Wei Ming Po Chou looked at Liang Yi Bu and asked, "My sons and I have been following the Prime Minister here for more than a month!"

"However, apart from capturing the fortress outside the Nanman area, we have not been able to break through the Nanman's defenses so far."

"The main force of the Nanman Xihe has already deployed on both sides of Maxian Mountain. Its western front has passed Huichuan, intending to cut off the Guanchuan River and cut off the connection between our army and Nanmuhui!"

"The northern frontier appeared in the Zuli River area three days ago, exposing our army's flank!"

"And the governor of Xihe in the Southern Barbarians is Zhao Xie!"

"This southern barbarian minister is very difficult to deal with. I, Renduo, was defeated by him!"

"Now, the Nanman have spread their wings and opened up the middle. Our army has been stationed here but has been unable to make any progress for a long time."

"Prime Minister, haven't you noticed the crisis yet?"

The other Tangut nobles nodded in agreement.

In the eyes of these people, how similar is the current situation to the one when Renduo was alone and surrounded by the southern barbarian army in Jingbian Village?

Let go of the middle road and allow the warriors of the Great White High Kingdom to attack their fortress.

However, the main force deployed from both wings, taking advantage of the geographical features to set up layer after layer of blocking circles, dividing and surrounding the army, and eating it up bit by bit.

The southern barbarians called it an ambush from all sides!

Liang Yibu naturally knew all this, but he could no longer retreat.

Because of what happened in junior high school, he had a huge sense of crisis.

If we return empty-handed in Dingxi City, we may even suffer heavy casualties.

If he returns to the country, his good sister, the powerful people of the Weiming family, and the local nobles who are dissatisfied with the Liang family may join forces to force him to give up power.

Even if he could still retain power, Liang's plan to replace the Weiming family would be impossible forever.

So, he had to give it a try.

Then, he looked at Weiming Pochou and said, "General Pochou...back then, General Renduo had less than 7,000 soldiers under his command!"

"And I now have 150,000 soldiers under my command, including the Iron Harriers, the Poxi Army, and the Buba Army."

"The two wings of the Southern Barbarians are spreading out. Do you want to repeat the battle of Jingbian Village? You are dreaming!"

"If they dare to come, I have my own plans!"

Wei Ming Po Chou asked, "What ingenious plan does the Prime Minister have?"

"I am imitating the story of Emperor Jingzong, and sending the southern barbarians to Sanchuankou again!" Weiming Pochou laughed.

The other Dangxiang generals also started laughing.

"Will Zhao Xie give us this opportunity?" Wei Ming Po Chou asked.

"I fought with Zhao Xie on Jingyuan Road..."

"They are cautious in employing their troops. When they encounter our large army, they will fortify their positions and clear the fields. Even if they win, they will only pursue us for thirty miles. Once they reach thirty miles, they will call it a day!"

"This battle has been fought till now, and it has proved that Zhao Xie's habit of deploying troops has not changed!"

More than a month.

In addition to providing Dingxi City with armor and weapons several times and replenishing the troops defending the city.

Its main force has been deployed along both sides of Maxian Mountain, with a single-minded determination to consume the country's resources until the food supply of Dabai Gao Kingdom runs out and winter comes.

What kind of game do you want to play against a person like this who is so dedicated to his defense? Lure the enemy deep into our territory, cut off their food supply, divide and surround them?
Sorry, no one will even look at it.

This kind of person has a typical old farmer's mentality.

No loss is a win, a small profit is a victory.

However, once he sees the opportunity, he will hold on to it tightly and refuse to let go.

Just like the battle at Jingbian Village, Renduo was forced to fight alone due to pressure from the country, and ended up being nailed to death under the fortified city.

Weiming Pochou said slowly, "I think it would be better to withdraw the troops and return to Nanmuhui. When the Yellow River freezes in winter, our army can suddenly turn around and cross the Yellow River to take Lanzhou directly! Isn't it a hundred times better than fighting the Nanman in Maxian Mountain?"

The other generals' eyes lit up when they heard this, and they all said, "General Po Chou is right!"

"Please ask the Prime Minister to follow General Po Chou's advice!"

They have been fighting here for more than a month, but have not been able to take down the small city of Dingxi, and instead suffered heavy losses.

There is even a risk of being cut off, divided and surrounded.

Not interesting!
It would be better to withdraw the troops, wait until the Yellow River freezes in winter, and then launch a surprise attack on Lanzhou.

At least, everyone can still see the shadow of Lanzhou City and feel the defense of Lanzhou City.

It wouldn't be like it is now, where we have to march down the mountain and fight with the southern barbarians.

Even if we win, even if we can capture Dingxi City.

Before Lanzhou, there are still strong cities such as Ruzha, Kangu, and Fanchuan waiting for everyone to attack.

Can you chew it?

Can't chew it!

Liang Yibu certainly knew their mentality.

But it was impossible for him to withdraw.

He must capture Dingxi City no matter what, he must take over Dingxi.

Otherwise, the doubts and pressure from the middle school would be something he could not bear.

Moreover……

Wei Ming Po Chou suggested withdrawing the troops and waiting until the Yellow River freezes in winter before attacking Lanzhou.

This kind of talk can only fool a three-year-old child.

Believe it or not, as soon as people come back to Nanmu Club, they will divide their gifts on the spot and go back to their own homes and mothers.

By then, he, as the prime minister, will be a complete clown.

Liang Yibu looked at Wei Ming Pochou with a cold face and had made up his mind.

"General Pochou, you are tired!" he said softly.

"Please rest here for a while!"

"And the same goes for you all!"

How did the Liang family get started?

The answer is a conspiracy coup!
It has been like this since he came to power. Last year, the killing was so severe that rivers of blood flowed in Xingqing Prefecture, and even the Tangut nobles like Renduo were uprooted!

As Liang Yibu spoke, a large group of warriors raised by the Liang family appeared outside the tent.

"Come on, take the generals down to rest!" Following Liang Yibu's order, teams of fully armed warriors walked in.

Weiming Pochou looked at the warrior who entered the tent.

He could never have imagined that Liang Yibu would dare to do such a thing to him in the army.

Isn’t he afraid that no one will dare to discuss matters with the Liang family from now on?
But Liang Yibu couldn't care less!

He just knew that he couldn't fail.

If he fails, he will be doomed!

Even if he fails, he must firmly control the army and command the troops.

"General Pochou!" Liang Yibu said softly, "Are you going down by yourself? Or do you want me to help you?"

Wei Ming Po Chou swallowed his saliva, finally sighed, lowered his head and said: "I will go down myself!"

Liang Yibu has gone crazy.

Don't stimulate him anymore!

Wei Ming Po Chou slowly stood up. Suddenly, he looked at Liang Yi Bu and said, "I hope the Prime Minister can succeed!"

Then, without looking back, he walked out of the tent under the escort of the warriors.

Liang Yibu looked at the generals who were being escorted out of the tent by the warriors.

He looked at the people in front of him who had already gone dumbfounded.

He knew that he had done something taboo.

But what could he do? He was forced!

Those people in the army dared to question him and oppose him.

If they really withdraw their troops, what will they do?
And that stupid sister from Xingqing Mansion!
He actually sent envoys to the northern barbarians to ask for help and to the southern barbarians to seek peace without telling him.

So far, no one has come to say hello, and there is not even an explanation.

"I had no choice!" Liang Yibu said to these people.

"For the sake of the Great Baigao Kingdom! For the sake of Emperor Jingzong's foundation, this is the only solution!"

The generals listened, bowed their heads tremblingly and said: "We are willing to follow the prime minister and fight to the death!"

Liang Yibu looked at these people and he knew clearly that they might not be reliable.

But he had no choice but to use them.

He could only rely on them to take a gamble.

Just in time, the traitors such as Wei Ming Po Chou jumped out on their own.

Then, send their troops to the city of Dingxi and let them build their own careers.

As long as he captured Dingxi City, he could declare victory.

Just ...

Liang Yibu remembered what his father had said to him before his death: "You are impatient and intolerant. I am afraid that the Liang family will be burdened by you... After I die, you must be cautious and remember not to raise troops at will!"

He also remembered what his aunt said to him before she died last year: "After I die, you must negotiate peace with the southern barbarians and do not raise an army without authorization!"

"It's probably because if we fight against the southern barbarians, if we win, it will not benefit our Liang family, but if we lose, it will bring eternal damnation to our Liang family!"

Recalling this, Liang Yibu lowered his head.

"Father, aunt..."

"I was forced into this!"

If the young emperor of the Southern Barbarians could agree to convert his annual tribute into Jiaozi, or even just agree to continue giving him the annual tribute, why would he take the risk?

But the little Southern Barbarian Emperor refused to agree no matter what!
Unfortunately, last year, in order to cleanse the forces left by Bingchang, he had to compromise with other powerful families and promised that after taking power, he would share the Jiaozi he got from the Nanman with them equally so that everyone could get rich together.

He had drawn the pie, but he couldn't feed it into the mouths of the wealthy families.

So, everyone, from top to bottom, was questioning him and criticizing him.

What can he do?
They could only come to the Nanman armed forces with knives to ask for money.

He really doesn't ask for much!

Increase the market share and continue to grant annual gifts. It would be best to convert the annual gifts into Jiaozi. He is not greedy, so giving him one million strings of cash every year is enough.

(End of this chapter)