At the beginning, I gave up my military power with a cup of wine, and I ascended the throne

Chapter 229: Conquering the Youzhou Family
"Mr. Xiahou, are you interested in being a county magistrate for fun?"

Xiao Han looked at Xiahou Qing.

"Not interested in."

Xiahou Qing shook his head and said with a smile: "I still prefer to stay in the Military Affairs Department and give advice."

"Forget it if you're not interested."

He said, "Just follow the people on this list."

"Transfer Liao Huan here first."

"He and Zhuge Shou will be in charge of the garrison at Changshan Camp in the future."

"It just so happens that I haven't seen this kid for a long time."

"I have already rushed eight hundred miles to call for help."

Pan Yuanshao nodded.

"Please inform all the noble families on the list to come to the county governor's mansion in five days. I will host a banquet for them."

"My Lord wants to give them a warning."

Xiahou Qing said with a smile.

"It's not really a show of force, it's just a reminder to them."

He picked up the teacup, took a sip of hot tea, and looked towards the distance where Qingyao was practicing sword.

"How is the battle of Jizhou and Northern Wei going?"

Pan Yuanshao said: "Chen Qingzhao led an army of 200,000 and fought several battles with the Northern Wei army north of Shuoyin."

"Who is leading the Northern Wei army this time?"

He was curious.

"My Lord must know this man."

Xiahou Qing looked mysterious.

"Helian Bobo?"

Xiao Han raised an eyebrow.

"Yes."

Xiahou Qing said: "The Northern Wei deployed 100,000 troops on the east side to put pressure on Chen Qingzhao and attack Zangcheng and Jubeicheng at the same time."

"and."

Xiahou Qing hesitated for a moment, glanced at Pan Yuanshao, and said nothing.

"My Lord, Xie Xuanli ordered the Northern Troops to defend the Northern City to the death."

Pan Yuanshao took over the conversation: "I have discussed with Xiahou, and I think Xie Xuanli wants to kill two birds with one stone. Let the Northern Palace Iron Cavalry hold back the main force of the Northern Wei army, and then outflanking from both wings to eat up the Northern Wei army of 200,000 in one go."

"Not only can we repel the Northern Wei, and gain a few years of respite, but we can also legitimately destroy the Northern Palace Army."

Although Xie Xuanli has replaced many generals in the Northern Army over the years, the soldiers have not changed. "

"With the prestige of the Marquis, if I enter Jizhou in the future and raise my arms to call for help, I'm afraid these 30,000 Northern Army will respond."

"If it weren't for this, Xie Xuanli still had 300,000 cavalry under his command, and he could have fought the Northern Wei head-on instead of ambushing the army on both wings and letting 30,000 people defend an isolated city."

"How many Northern Wei troops are there attacking Jubei City?"

Xiao Han was silent for a moment and asked.

“Originally there were only 100,000 troops, but later another 50,000 were added, so now there are 150,000.

"I think Helian Bobo has seen through Xie Xuanli's plan, so he will gather a large number of troops later. As long as Jubei City is captured, the Northern Wei cavalry will march into Jizhou. Even if Xie Xuanli wants to encircle them, it will be too late."

"Thirty thousand against one hundred and fifty thousand."

He shook his head: "I'm afraid the food supply in Jubei City will soon be cut off."

"Almost almost there."

If he had no feelings for the Northern Army, that would still be impossible, but if Xiao Han sent troops to rescue them.

He can't.

Because he is not alone now, the lives and deaths of the people of eight counties and 200,000 loyal soldiers are on his shoulders.

If Xiao Han made any mistake, the good situation he had worked so hard to build would collapse in an instant.

He is to Xiliang as Xie Xuanli is to Jizhou.

As for blaming Xie Xuanli, he had no intention of doing so. If he were in that position at the table, facing such a situation.

I'm afraid I'll make the same choice. "You guys go down first."

He waved, closed his eyes, and basked in the warm sunshine.

In the Changshan County Magistrate's Mansion.

All the prominent families in Youzhou were invited to attend the banquet at the county governor's mansion.

These people arrived early and were received by Pan Yuanshao, the chief clerk of the provincial government. Xun Qie, Xun Ying and Xun Kuan from the Xun family were all there.

Xun Ying made great contributions in helping the troops to capture Changshan, and was promoted to the governor of a county, winning the favor of the Marquis of Xiliang.

The entire Xun family became prosperous and, for a time, was very popular among the aristocratic families in Youzhou.

Only the Chen family can compete with them. Today's banquet has not yet begun, but many heads of noble families have already come over and congratulated the Xun and Chen families.

"Master Hou is here."

After half a number and a loud shout, Hu Chi entered the hall with his personal soldiers and stood on the left and right. All the people from the noble families who were attending the banquet stood up one after another, and the smiles on their faces disappeared.

When Xiao Han stepped into the hall with great speed, everyone said in unison, "Greetings, Lord Marquis, General."

"No gift."

Xiao Han smiled widely, sat down on the high seat, and pressed his hand: "Everyone, please take a seat."

"Thank you, Lord Marquis."

Many people here are familiar with Xiao Han. After all, the Northern Army was stationed in Shuoyin before.

He also went in and out of Youzhou.

"It's been several years since we last met."

"I didn't expect there would be a chance to meet again."

Xiao Han looked at them and sighed softly.

"My Lord, you are so noble. We have been waiting for your return for a long time."

Xun Ying spoke.

"Yes."

The heads of the noble families all echoed this.

"You have good eyesight, kid."

Xiao Han smiled and said, "Do your best in your position as the governor of Anyang County. Don't let your talents go to waste, and don't let me down."

"I will bear in mind the Marquis's teachings and work diligently."

Xunying nodded.

He glanced at the people in the hall and said calmly, "The official document from the prefecture government has been sent out, and you should have received it. The sons of each family will be given official titles according to their talents and character."

"Today is the first banquet I will hold after entering the five counties of Youzhou. Stop talking nonsense. You should know my intentions."

"First, I want to see what kind of people the prefecture government has chosen. Second, I want to remind you that the laws in Xiliang are strict and must not be violated."

"Thank you for your reminder, my Lord. We will keep it in mind."

Many young men from aristocratic families focused their minds and kept these casual words in mind.

"You saw it a few days ago."

He picked up the wine glass and took a sip: "I hope that among you, there won't be a chicken that is offered to the monkey."

"will not."

"Absolutely not."

All the young men from noble families quickly gave their assurances.

No matter how eloquent one is, he cannot stop the charge of thousands of troops. When the dry sword is unsheathed, one strike of the sword will result in a head falling to the ground.

Even though Chen and Xun each obtained a county governor's post, all the deputy governors in the five counties of Youzhou were the confidants of the Marquis of Xiliang.

No aristocratic family has gotten their hands on the military power. Without it, how can they fight against the 200,000 Xiliang cavalry?

What can I use to compete with this Xiliang Marquis?

As for Xiao Han, would he not dare to massacre the aristocratic families because of his reputation?
It's just a fool's errand.

Haven’t you seen how countless noble families have died because of him over the years?

"This Marquis has always been clear about rewards and punishments."

Xiao Han was very satisfied with their performance: "Achievements must be rewarded, mistakes must be punished. You are all well-educated people. I will live in Youzhou and rely on your support. Please don't let me down."

(End of this chapter)