I rode and slashed unparalleled in the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 452: Fighting Again and Again
"don't want--"

"Don't come over here, don't come over here!"

On the vast plains of Liaodong, the Han cavalry attacked everywhere, hacking left and right, and the blood of the Wuhuan bandits was spilled on the ground.

"Mercy, please spare me!"

"I won't dare to do it again, never again!"

Under Su Yao's command, the Liaodong Army's cavalry attacked with precision. They quickly swept across Liaodong and slaughtered the once arrogant Wuhuan bandits, forcing them to flee in all directions.

The thieves' wailing and pleas for mercy could be heard one after another, forming a sharp contrast with their former arrogance.

Faced with an invincible opponent, they cried bitterly and begged for mercy, hoping only for a slight chance of survival.

However, the Han cavalry showed no mercy and resolutely suppressed these barbarians whose hands were stained with blood.

Taishi Ci, in particular, was particularly determined in charging into battle.

He wielded his halberd with all his might, silently reciting the names of his deceased brothers. He killed many people and let blood flow like a river.

Generals such as Lu Bu and Zhao Yun also demonstrated their strengths and led the knights to gallop across the land of Liaodong.

They are like tigers descending from the mountains, fighting one against a hundred, or like dragons emerging from the sea, nimbly shuttling through the enemy's formation and bringing judgment on every enemy they find.

In this campaign of "sweeping the Hu and eliminating bandits", the Liaodong Army, with Su Yao and Chiyun Knights as its core, made its debut and immediately left a deep impression on the people of Liaodong.

In just a few days, peace returned to the Liaodong area, the bandits were all wiped out, and not a single living bandit was found.

February, peace in Liaodong!
This time, the rebellion, which affected both Liaodong and the vassal states, finally came to an end because of the desperate actions of Gongsun Zhao and others, who started the rebellion first.

Not only did their conspiracy fail, but they paid the price in blood.

Not only did Gongsun Zhao die tragically in the melee, but King Xiaoqiao died in internal strife, and Nara Yanshi also disappeared in the long river of history.

After this battle, the vassal states of Liaodong were completely controlled by Su Yao. The surviving Wuhuan and other tribes all bowed their heads and swore their loyalty, and the entire security situation in the rear was cleared.

The most obvious result of outstanding achievements on the battlefield is the improvement of personal prestige.

The whole of Liaodong was filled with an unprecedented scene of unity.

Not only did all the conflicts that Tian Chou had encountered in the resettlement work disappear, but Dian Wei's anti-corruption campaign also made unprecedented progress. The major families actively cooperated and drew a clear line between themselves and Gongsun Zhao. Among them, the other members of the Gongsun family, except Gongsun Zhao's own family, were the most active. They not only expressed their firm support for the decision of the Lord, but also contributed money and effort to the reconstruction work in various places.

"It's unbelievable."

Tian Chou stood outside the city of Xiangping, looking at the busy and orderly construction site not far away. Not only was the spring sowing work proceeding in an orderly manner, but the immigrants' houses were also being built one by one. Even the horse farm in the distance had regained its prosperity, with thousands of horses running freely on the wide grassland, their manes flying and their hooves sounding like thunder.

This scene made Tian Chou feel deeply moved. The land that was once desolate due to war is now gradually regaining new vitality.

"Yes, who would have thought that in just a month or so, Liaodong would undergo such earth-shaking changes."

Dian Wei, who was standing next to Tian Chou, spoke with a hint of pride:

"Lord Su is truly amazing."

"It's hard to imagine that he is only 21 years old this year, and this is his first time as a local leader."

Tian Chou nodded in agreement. He knew very well that Su Yao's arrival not only quelled the rebellion, but more importantly, brought unprecedented stability and hope to Liaodong. He turned to look at Dian Wei and smiled easily:
"Dian Caoyuan, you have made an invaluable contribution here. None of these aristocratic families dare to act as arrogantly as before. Compared to when we first arrived, they are now even more cowardly."

Dian Wei was also amused when he heard this. He couldn't help but laugh when he thought of those corrupt officials who burst into tears and confessed their crimes when they saw Su Yao's triumphant return.

He just waved his hand and said without taking any credit:
"If it weren't for your iron fist, killing them and breaking their courage, these people would never be so obedient."

While the two were talking, a messenger came running over and knelt on one knee:
"Report! The Lord has ordered that the Agricultural and Pian Cao Yuan should go to the County Governor's Office to discuss matters immediately."

"Okay, let's go now." The two looked at each other and saw a hint of surprise.

Things have only calmed down for two days. Could something big have happened again?
"It's time to solve the Goguryeo problem!"

"what???"

"Goguryeo?"

While everyone was confused, Su Yao declared:
"That's right. Goguryeo refuses to obey the king. I want to send troops to attack them!"

"what?!"

In the county magistrate's mansion, as soon as the civil and military officials gathered, they heard Su Yao's declaration.

Everyone was stunned at this moment, they had no idea what was going on.

We just finished fighting, why are we fighting again?

As for not submitting to the king's rule, it is true that Goguryeo has not paid tribute in recent years, but is it necessary to escalate to the point of war?

"Lord Su."

Tian Chou was the first to stand up and express his opposition:
"The war in Liaodong has just ended, and now there is a lot of work to be done. Why would we rashly launch a war and waste the people's money and resources?"

"I think that, instead of raising troops to attack Goguryeo, we should cultivate benevolence and virtue, consolidate the peace and stability of Liaodong, continue to promote reconstruction, improve people's livelihood, and benefit the people."

"In this way, Goguryeo and other surrounding Hu people will see our wealth and power and will certainly be attracted by us and will come to us to attach themselves to us."

"The best strategy is to make the four barbarians submit without fighting."

Tian Chou's words were obviously recognized by many people, and Qian Zhao immediately stood up and expressed his support:
"What Tian Caoyuan said is very true. Although our army has won a great victory in the battle to eliminate the bandits, the soldiers and horses are exhausted, and it will take time to replenish food and supplies."

"Moreover, Goguryeo is located in a remote area, with high mountains and long rivers, and crisscrossing forests. The long journey is extremely disadvantageous to our army."

"Furthermore, not only is the terrain in their country complex and easy to defend but difficult to attack, but their people are good at building palaces and are well versed in engineering and construction. Their city defenses are not inferior to those of our Han cities."

"If the war drags on for too long, not to mention the expense of the expedition, the good situation opened up by your victory will probably be ruined."

As soon as Qian Zhao finished speaking, Wei Ming, who had always firmly supported Su Yao, actually stood up and expressed his agreement:
"The battle against Goguryeo should not be considered simply on the battlefield, but also the reaction of the government and the opposition."

"Although Goguryeo occasionally acts in disobedience to the king's rule, it is still a neighboring country that has existed for more than 200 years. It defeated our Han army in the Battle of Zuoyuan in the past. It is far from being comparable to those nomadic tribes."

"If you rashly raise an army to attack them, you will lose face if you fail, and will also shock the government and the people if you win."

"By then, I'm afraid it will be difficult for you to keep your position as Liaodong governor."

(End of this chapter)