The revival of Shu Han

Chapter 232 Jin's Response ([-])

Sima Yan has been emperor for almost two years since he replaced Cao Weideng on the throne in July 265 AD.

In the past two years, it can be said that Sima Yan has not had a good night's sleep.Never had a comfortable day.

Due to the gradual appearance of the climate of the Little Ice River, Jin State, which is located in the northern part of China, has suffered disasters or poor harvests all day long in its vast land.Above the court hall, the old man from the former General Sima Zhao's mansion and the newcomer from his son's mansion were having a great time fighting.Under the local government, the sealed princes and magistrates from all over the country are arguing with each other.There are also the Xianbei, Huns, and Qiang people in the north who have asked to move inland, and then there was a dispute over the establishment of the crown some time ago...

Although in the past two years, with the promotion of the land occupation order and the gradual implementation of the household tax check.The income of the country has been significantly improved compared with that before the Wei, Jin and Chan dynasties.But it can't stand the great business of the Jin country, with a lot of income and a lot of expenditure.For two years, Jin's national grain stockpile has never exceeded 2000 million shi.This amount of storage is of course not a drop in the bucket for the state of Jin.But it is also far away from peace of mind.

Now, the first large-scale invasion of foreign enemies after he ascended the throne is finally coming. Who will he rely on to support this country and deal with this invasion?

Pei Xiu is reliable. Over the past year in power, the national household registration and income have been slowly rising.Although it is much slower than the recovery speed of Xishu.But Jin is a big country after all, and the various relationships and interests involved are much more complicated than those of Xishu.It is already very good that Pei Xiu can do this.

What about Jia Chong?Hmph, don't think that since I'm young, I can't see clearly what you did with Zhang Hu and the others.In order to achieve your goal of suppressing the Yang family, you guy actually made such a move on state affairs.Can't you open your mind a little?
What about my husband?Hey, now it looks like it's really unreliable.But, if you don't rely on you, who can you rely on?Needless to say, Jia Chong, even Pei Xiu, I can't completely control it!

As for his younger brother Qi Wang Sima You?snort!With me here, you can be your empty prince!

Hey, father, how did you get here when you were in this position!

"Your Majesty, the news about the invaders in Western Shu is indeed correct. In order to convey this news, I lost at least two hidden coins. One of them was a low-level official buried in the Grand Sima's Mansion in Western Shu. It cost us It took nearly 20 years to bury it..."

"Hmph! General Cheqi, I want to ask you now, have you found that traitor Cao Ti?"

Don't show your merits to me there, what happened to the invasion of Western Shu?The weak national power of Xishu can still swallow me in one go, but the Great Jin Dynasty will not succeed.But things are different in the three counties of Shangyong. It's fine if you let go of Zhang Hu and others' family members.It's a big deal for a relative of the Cao family to come out of Yecheng!Once Cao Ti arrived at Shangyong, he raised the banner of Wei State.This loosens the foundation of Jin State much stronger than Dongwu and Xishu!
As soon as Sima Yan mentioned Cao Ti, Jia Chong immediately said: "Your Majesty, forgive me, I only know that Cao Ti followed the Siwen Cao personnel from Western Shu into Taihang Mountain. There are high mountains and dense forests. We did not follow up in time. So... But don't worry, Your Majesty, I have already issued arrest documents in Bingzhou and Yongzhou. As long as Cao Ti dares to come down from Taihang Mountain, I will definitely..."

"Hmph!" Flicking his sleeves angrily, Sima Yan ignored Jia Chong and asked Pei Xiu, "Shang Shuling, has the general's troops set off yet?"

"Returning to Your Majesty, the general's [-] troops have set off yesterday."

"Hey, I hope that the general will wipe out the three counties of Shangyong. In this way, even if Cao Ti goes to Xishu, it will be nothing."

It can be said that it was Jiangmen Huzi, after Zhang Hu and others went to Weixing County, they were helped by Liu Lin.The descendants of Cao Wei's old generals, who were not short of food and salary, simply and neatly killed Liu Qin, the prefect of Weixing County.Now, the entire Weixing County has completely escaped the control of the Jin State.The soldiers of Zhang Hu and others have invaded Shangyong County.

The Jin State Jingzhou Corps suffered a defeat in Xiling, and was busy reorganizing the Jingzhou defense line at this time.It is difficult to make a strong response to Shangyong's dilemma in a short time.As a last resort, at Pei Xiu's suggestion, Sima Yan reactivated the veteran Chen Qian and asked him to lead the [-] Chinese army south to Shangyong to quell the rebellion.

However, Chen Qian also made it very clear to Sima Yan before setting off: on the Shangyong side, the mountains are undulating, the logistics supply is extremely difficult, and the food consumption is also huge.Therefore, in order to calm down Shangyong, His Majesty should not only prepare more food for me, but also be patient enough in terms of time.The veteran tried his best to completely expel Zhang Hu and others from Shangyong and Weixing within one year-yes, just expulsion, not annihilation.Who made Weixing County next to Hanzhong County in Shu Han?

Guan Zifeng, the dog day, makes me mess up all day long!With Wei Xing gone, all threats from the east side of the Han Dynasty were eliminated.This is enough, but why are you still not satisfied.At this time, you still want to invade my Dajin?
No matter how much I don't like Jia Chong, I still can't do without him at this time.

"General Che Qi, besides hearing the news that the Shu thieves are about to enter the bandits, do you have anything specific about Jin Zuo Cao?"

"Your Majesty, forgive me. Jin Zuo Cao only discovered the abnormality from the large-scale transfer of money, horses, donkeys, mules and other livestock in Xishu. Shu will send troops after the end of spring plowing next year. Others are not very clear. But according to my private judgment, the power in Guan Zifeng’s hands is not inferior to that of Zhuge Kongming back then, so his invasion this time. Its scale must be larger than In the past, Jiang Boyue's small fights were much bigger!"

"Well, Shang Shuling, how many do you think there will be?"

"Your Majesty, I went to Da Sima's mansion last night. Da Sima said that this time the Western Shu invaded the country. The army strength will not be less than [-]. Please be careful, Your Majesty!"

"Hey, the country's affairs are difficult, this Guan Zifeng..."

"His Majesty."

"Huh? Shang Shuling, is there anything else you want to say?"

"Your Majesty, Da Sima said that Hu Xuanwei is not a mediocre general, but the situation in Longxi and Liangzhou is extremely complicated now, so..."

The great Sima of the state of Jin is Shi Bao, Shi Zhongrong, who is as embezzled and bribed as Sima Wang.His meaning is very clear: Your Majesty, Hu Fen cannot cope with this situation.Replace me!
But for people like Sima Yan, no one would believe that except his own relatives. (Hu Fen is a relative)
Besides, there is already a big embezzler in Chang'an, if another big embezzler is sent... Don't look at the national strength of the Jin Dynasty, but it can't stand such a toss.

"What I mean is that Uncle and Xuanwei have been stationed in Yongliang for three years and are very familiar with the situation there. So, don't change generals at this time."

"Uh...obey the order."

"Shang Shuling went to Da Sima's mansion to explain it to Da Sima. Let him take care of his health. I still have a lot of places to use him."

"Your Majesty is sympathetic to the Minister, and I am grateful."

"Well, Taofu, Shangshu Ling, General Cheqi, General Zhenjun, Gongzeng (Xunxu), Yuanbao (Ren Kai), Maoxian (Zhang Hua), Changyu (Heqiao), Wenju (Yang Jue) Let’s sum it up, how should we prepare for this invasion of Western Shu?”

Among these nine people, Sima You is a good boy, Jia Chong doesn't understand military affairs, and Yang Jun is blind to everything.Yang Ye was capable, but he had a big problem with Zhang Hu and others, so he couldn't speak for a while.As for Xun Xu, Ren Kai, and Qiao, they had never had anything to do with military work.Therefore, only Pei Xiu and Zhang Hua could really offer their opinions.

"Your Majesty, I think. First of all, an order should be given to the two generals Zhengxi and Zhenxi. Let them gather their troops and strengthen their combat readiness."

"Maoxian's words are right, please continue."

"The second is to transfer grain from the treasuries of Luoyang and Xuchang to enrich Chang'an's inventory. Your Majesty, the Western Shu has invaded many times. I am not particularly worried about the pure power of the Western Shu. What I am worried about is that Yong In these years, there have been droughts and poor harvests every one or two years... The Qiang, Di, and Xianbei people here are already beginning to move around. If the Western Shu invades next year, there will be another catastrophe. I am afraid that I will not bear it Words."

"Hiss~~~Maoxian is a good reminder. Shang Shuling, how much grain is there in the Chang'an treasury?"

"Return to Your Majesty, 300 million shi. Among them, 250 million are in Chang'an City, and 50 are in Ji County, the prefecture of Tianshui County."

"Then transfer another 200 million shi."

"According to the order."

"Well, Maoxian, is there any more?"

"Your Majesty, I have reviewed the military records of the invasion of Western Shu over the years. Regardless of Zhuge Kongming or Jiang Boyue, the first invasion launched after they came to power was the largest in scale and strength. So this time Guan Zifeng's invasion It must not be underestimated. Enriching the troops in Guanzhong and Longxi, and sending good generals out of the town, is what it should be."

(End of this chapter)