I seek economic hegemony in the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 300: Supporting the pro-Han faction in Wei State

Jiang Wei said: "But the leader of Wei has just died, and Cao Wei will inevitably be in chaos. Now that we are attacking the western front, as long as the war is slightly favorable to us, Cao Wei's logistics supplies will be in chaos."

Zhuge Liang and Fei Yi were silent.

Jiang Wei's statement is half correct. Generally speaking, this statement is correct.

But politics is often anything but ordinary.

This also shows that Jiang Wei's political thinking is lacking, and he only sees the level of political performance.

Cao Rui's death will not trigger civil strife in Wei.

Because Wei's finances are still healthy, the power structure is still healthy, the military strength is sufficient, and the government is even more healthy.

After Cao Rui died, the central power was nothing more than transferred.

Sima Yi will definitely not be absent from this central power.

Sima Yi was so strong that in this era, no one except Zhuge Liang could suppress him.

There was a trace of worry in Zhuge Liang's eyes.

Ji Han, who had just conquered Jingzhou, implemented the land equalization system and established the government army system, but the local officials were forced to surrender and their thoughts were still on Cao Wei.

But Bingzhou was exposed to the front of the Han army.

Regardless of who will win or lose, Cao Shuang, who has just gained power, will inevitably be forced to put aside his private deal with Li Heng and launch his troops with all his strength.

If we mobilize our troops now to march eastward with all our strength, it will definitely be a large-scale and fierce battle.

Zhuge Liang was considering when to revive the Han Dynasty.

At that time, the Three Kingdoms trade network carefully planned by Li Heng in Jingzhou will be quickly destroyed and forced to withstand the dual-front forces from Wei and Wu.

Whether it was military affairs or domestic affairs, Sima Yi was a genius among geniuses, and his eldest son was perfect in politics.

That's why Zhuge Liang hesitated.

Once a large-scale war breaks out between Han and Wei in Jingzhou, those officials will definitely collude with Cao Wei secretly.

But now Zhuge Liang is still hesitant because he is different from Jiang Wei. Jiang Wei is a general who is considering the outcome of the Chencang front and when to regain Chang'an.

"I called you here just to understand the situation on the front line. Now Cao Wei's defense is obviously tight. If he wants to attack eastward, he must mobilize all his troops, fill the trenches, and form a confrontation."

It stands to reason that under his governance in Guanzhong in the past few years, the army and horses are strong, and the people are well-fed and well-clothed, so they can march eastward to Chang'an.

The strategic significance of taking Chang'an is as great as taking Jingzhou. At that time, Cao Wei can only set up defenses at Tongguan.

Zhuge Liang must not watch Wei and Wu unite again to carve up Jingzhou.

This put great pressure on Cao Wei, but even more pressure on Ji Han.

This is a competition at a strategic level.

The full force deployment here refers to the two-front battle in Guanzhong and Jingzhou.

If we take a step back, even if the Han army in Guanzhong suffers heavy losses and captures Chang'an, forcing Cao Wei's forces to the east of Tongguan, it will be difficult to hold Jingzhou by then.

More importantly, when Sun Quan, who was lying down and eating melons in Jiangdong, heard that a war broke out in Jingzhou, he must have jumped up excitedly: I feel like I can do it again!
In fact, in this case, Sun Quan will definitely keep an eye on Jiangling and take the opportunity to take Jiangling back.

He told Jiang Wei his worries, and Jiang Wei suddenly realized it.

"The Prime Minister's foresight is far beyond the reach of the generals." Jiang Wei said, "If this is the case, our army should not act rashly for the time being."

"Although the war is suspended, we must not slack off in daily military training."

"Prime Minister, don't worry, the general will inspect the barracks every day."

Zhuge Liang nodded and said, "I heard that many soldiers are homesick?"

"It's true."

"Properly arrange for returning home to visit relatives and try to rotate in batches." "If there is no war now, it will not be considered feasible."

"In addition, the military system in Guanzhong can now begin to gradually transfer to government soldiers. I will ask Wei Gong to handle the matter of fertile land in Guanzhong. Counties will collect household registrations and take over some military farmland, which can just fill the vacancies for soldiers who go back to visit relatives."

"Are you going to transfer?" Jiang Wei was a little surprised.

He knew that switching from the existing military system to government troops was extremely complicated and difficult.

Under the secular military system, soldiers have been soldiers for generations.

But under the government military system, soldiers are essentially farmers with their own land. Fighting is another form of military service and is tax-free.

The nature is different. When it is transformed, it involves the issue of sequence. The issue of sequence is most likely to be handled unfairly and cause doubts.

"It must be transferred." Zhuge Liang's tone was soft, but it contained unwavering faith.

"Wen Wei will send people down below to collect opinions. If some soldiers are willing to take their families to Guanzhong, those fields will be allocated directly to them."

Jiang Wei was startled and blurted out: "In this way, they will be more willing to fight against Cao Wei, because they are also protecting their own homeland."

"Yes."

"The Prime Minister is wise."

"You have to assist Duke Wei in handling this matter."

"Here."

"I will reply to Ji'an now, saying that we will not send troops to the Western Front for the time being." Zhuge Liang picked up his pen and said with a smile, "As for when to send troops, wait until Jingzhou is ready."

When he said these words, Yang Yi next to him remained silent from beginning to end.

On the fifth day of August, the autumn sun in Xiangyang was still scorching the earth.

On the school field in front, a group of cavalry was galloping and shooting arrows, leaving a cloud of dust behind.

After completing this round, the cavalry stopped on the school grounds, and Li Heng rode over.

Luo Xian took off his helmet and wiped the sweat from his forehead. There was a delighted smile on his face, revealing a row of big white teeth: "General, these double-sided stirrups are simply a miracle. Ever since they were equipped, riding on horseback is as smooth as walking on the ground. He moves freely, whether he is bending his bow and shooting an arrow, or charging, he is like a whirlwind."

"Okay, just get used to it." Li Heng said loudly, "Remember, from now on you will wear this armor and hold spears to attack the Wei army's infantry formation. When charging, don't be anxious. Find the enemy's weakness and deliver a fatal blow!"

Everyone looked at Li Heng intently and listened to Li Heng's words.

"General, when will the war begin with the Wei thieves?" a knight asked boldly.

"You ask me when the war will begin, and I want to tell you to be ready to face the enemy at any time!"

Everyone's eyes became more determined.

"From today on, your name will be the Shenwu Army. A month later, your horses will also be covered with armor, and everyone will wear armor-piercing iron bones. I want you to become the most powerful cavalry regiment in the Han Dynasty!"

At this time, Ma Yong came over and said in his ear: "General, Bu Zhao is here."

"Let him wait a moment, I will see him later."

Li Heng chatted with these cavalry for a while before leaving.

After returning to the General's Mansion, Li Heng changed his clothes, walked to the front, and saw an old man with gray hair standing in front of the court.

Although he is a bit older, his posture is upright, giving people a sense of strength.

Ma Yong immediately said: "General Bu, the general is here."

Bu Zhi turned around and saw the young Li Heng. He couldn't help but be surprised and couldn't help but take a closer look.

Is this gentle young man in front of me the general?

Is this the man who killed a river of blood in Yizhou and defeated Jiangling and Xiangyang in just over a month?

(End of this chapter)