Chapter 918 Method (Part 1)
Shi Le went to the Juntun District in the north of Baitu County, while Shi Hu returned to Papaya Plain.
After several years of operation, there are already 500 hectares of farmland here, housing about 1,200 households of Xiongnu, Baibe Xianbei, and Diqiang people, farming and herding. It is considered the second largest farmland directly under Shile The ghetto.
The first one is Fugu, which was originally the old land of Fuchang County in the Han Dynasty (now the ancient town of Fugu County, Shaanxi Province). It is located in a small mountainous plain with a radius of more than 100 miles, with rivers passing through it, and agricultural products. The production is relatively abundant, and it is named after the old name of Fuchang County, so it is called "Fugu".
Fugu settled 1,340 households of sergeants, which were part of the thousands of remnants and defeated generals that Shi Le brought from Hedong.
A few years later, most of these soldiers were married and had families, and they were scattered in military camps in many mountain basins, including Fugu. Judging from the overall situation, they are on the front lines of Shangjun and Tuoba Xianbei, becoming the de facto border defense force.
Thanks to the civil strife in Xianbei in recent years, Shi Le was given a chance to breathe and even develop and grow.
But now this time window is gone.
Tuoba Xianbei dispatched 30,000 to 40,000 cavalry and marched southward. Within four days, they invaded Baitu County. They bypassed the fortress without attacking, leaving only some men and horses to watch. The main force continued southward and pursued continuously.
When Shi Le returned to Fugu and was still convening the generals and military officials to discuss the next step, on the night of the 20th, Xianbei troops followed him.
I don't know whether it was because I couldn't see clearly at night or something else, but the Xianbei people rushed past from a short distance away and did not come to Baozhai.
But they didn't have time to be happy. Early the next morning, more Xianbei cavalry appeared outside the fort.
They drove repeatedly through the mountains and river valleys, with the sound of bowstrings ringing continuously, and hunted and killed all the scouts sent out by Fort Fugu, leaving the people at the top of the city with eyes wide open.
"I heard that Shao Thief defeated Xianbei in the mountains north of Mayi. The mountains here are complex and the Xianbei people may not know every path. Dahu, do you dare to send troops to harass, just like Shao Thief? How to block Xianbei's retreat?" The person who said this was named Shi Hui, who used to be called "Zhang Du". He was the leader of the Jie people who was deceived by him when Shi Le was beaten to only eighteen empty-handed white wolves.
Shi Le respected Zhang Du very much and respected him as his confidant and elder brother, so he named him "Shi Hui", took away his soldiers and horses, and helped his brother manage it to prevent him from being overworked.
In addition, in order to care about his brother and let him have some leisure time, Shi Le did not add any burden to him, but just supported him without having to worry about anything. He was very caring.
That is to say, after running all the way to Hexi, there was really no one available, so I asked my brother again to come out for help and become the second-in-command in Fort Fugu, with a bunch of people around me to help share the pressure.
Now that the matter has come to this, Shi Hui doesn’t want to argue with Shi Le and just asks him what to do now.
When Shi Le heard what Shi Hui said, he was a little moved and said: "Let's discuss it carefully after dinner."
"Your Majesty." Zhang Jing couldn't help but said: "I heard that Shao Thieves' soldiers After years of training, he is wearing iron armor and is very skilled. The person who intercepts is probably a strong soldier of Luonan. Is it too big for this person to dare to charge against the cavalry? "< br>
Shi Le was silent after hearing this.
How could he not know? The residents of Fugu Fort were from the military camp. They spent most of the year farming, and their food was not good, and they did not have much iron armor. There was a huge gap between them and the soldiers who had troops to help farm the land.
But is there any other way now? Shi Le couldn't think of it.
Open the fort gate, charge on horseback, and fight to the death with Xianbei?
You can try, but the number of elite soldiers around Shi Le who are good at cavalry fighting is limited, and he might be overwhelmed by the sea of Xianbei cavalry.
If you stick to it, the initiative will be entirely in other people's hands.
Once the Xianbei people learn that he is here, they may mobilize heavy troops to surround him. At that time, they will not be able to leave even if they want to. Thinking of this, Shi Le laughed at himself. Is he still a big shot now? Will the Xianbei people really take him seriously?
“We have to give it a try.” Shi Le turned to look at Zhang Jing and said, “If it doesn’t work—”
Zhang Jing’s eyes narrowed.
"It is also good to make a decision early." Shi Le whispered to himself.
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While Shi Le was sitting in the city of sleep, Shao Xun met the new tribesmen in Yanchi.
To be precise, it was his son Shaozhen's tribe.
Although Lao Shao has many shortcomings, he is really good to his children, even the "illegitimate son" who was lost outside.
The first batch of tribesmen who arrived here totaled 1,000 tents, about 5,200 people, and were settled at the foot of the mountain in Liangcheng County.
"Which tribe are you from?" Shao Xun asked, looking at the noble man wearing gold earrings.
"From the Pi Lou tribe." The man replied weakly.
"Are there any members of this clan?" Shao Xun asked again.
"All these hundreds of families are behind me." The man pointed casually and said: "The strong men who were good at fighting died in the mountains, and now the old ones and the young ones are left."
"Very honest." Shao Xun couldn't help laughing, then turned to the attendant Yangman and said: "We will break up these hundreds of families later and send them to Woyang County."
The noble man with gold earrings opened his mouth wide and froze.
Shao Xun laughed at his silly look.
Some of the strongest tribesmen died in battle, some fled, and the rest were raided by the Pingcheng army. Their ability to resist was limited, so it was just right.
"Your Majesty, why are you sending people to Woyang?" Wang was listening and couldn't help but ask.
"In order to feed these 10,000 families in Liangcheng County, they must dig irrigation canals and cultivate all the land. Will they grow millet and wheat?" Shao Xun asked. "There are very few people who know it." Wang shook her head and said.
"That's right." Shao Xun said: "After the Hedouling tribe left, there were not many people left in Shanwu and Woyang counties. I think those small tribes also have the intention of moving westward, then Just go. Liangcheng County is zoned four. When each village comes out, a fort is built, a thousand households are built, and each household is given 30 acres of land, and then divided into pastures, they can barely settle down."
"Three villages are divided into Shanwu County, which is fertile. Yang County established two townships, Wucheng The county is divided into one township. In this way, 10,000 households are scattered in the four counties. The four counties are connected and can support each other. "
"I just took a quick look and found that there are indeed few men. Most of them are old people and young people. Forget about the old people, the young people can still practice it. After they grow up and undergo many years of training, they will have some appearance and may be of great use. "
Wang. Speechless.
Shao Xun ignored her and asked Yang Man again: "Has the book come down?"
"The angel is on the way." Yang Man replied.
Ceshu, of course, canonized Tuoba Lizhen.
Tuoba Shi Yiqian was Daigong, and Tuoba Lizhen, as the younger brother of Daigong, was canonized as "Liangcheng County Duke".
The Hedouling tribe has returned to the old land of Wuyuan, and some small tribes that were moved here have also begun to migrate - it doesn't matter if they don't want to leave, they still have a little more strength.
Liangcheng County Duke is a serious feudal country, a country within a country.
You know, Li Zhen is Shi Yiqian’s dear younger brother. What’s wrong with being a county prince?
Brothers working together can break through metal. If something happens to Shi Yiqiang, Li Zhen can send troops to rescue him, which is great.
Wang also knew about this, Shao Xun mentioned it in bed last night.
She is still a little confused.
The original plan was for her to help her son take charge of the tens of thousands of "strong and brave people" she had recruited, but Shao Xun knew very well that such an unreliable thing as having her mother take charge of the New Year's money, how could the Wang family succeed?
"Get ready to set up the county government office as soon as possible and set it up in Liangcheng." Shao Xun said to Yangman again: "You will write about Pingyang later and let them select reliable and capable officials to be responsible for Liangcheng's domestic history, The big farmer and the lieutenant will help take care of these ten villages."
"Yes," Yang Man said.
While speaking, he glanced at Wang from the corner of his eye.
This woman seemed to have figured out something, her face was not as ugly as before, and she immediately secretly praised her.
Sure enough, Shao Xun quickly said softly: "I can't stay here forever. Liangcheng is small and weak, and its military equipment is even more worrying. If a slightly larger tribe attacks, the whole country may fall, and you have to help take care of it." Stay tuned."
Wang nodded slightly.
After Yanmen Pass, there were basically not many Jin people left. King Liang really could not rule this land directly.
According to his mantra, now it is “need both” and “want”.
It is necessary to gather the various tribes to prevent them from being separated and defecting to the enemy, or the abandoned pastures being occupied by more barbaric and unfamiliar tribes who moved from far away. At the same time, it is necessary to suppress the Xianbei tribes and find ways to make them obedient. .
But are there any good things in the world that both want and want? Wang didn't know.
"You seem to be in a good position now, but in fact you are walking on thin ice." Shao Xun's voice became even lower: "You are the Mrs. Dai and the Mrs. Liangcheng, the internal history, lieutenant, and great farmer. Officials like you are also helping you . They have taken care of the Liangcheng Kingdom, have food, grass and military supplies, and trained the war horses. After five years, the boys will grow up and they will be able to form a war-worthy army."
"Most of these tribal herders are captives and have low spirits. It's time to break up and settle down. In this way, there are no nobles above, only Li Zheng, the township chief and the officials of the county government. If anyone opposes you, you can call in Liangcheng soldiers to put down the rebellion."
"Think carefully. Think about it. The Pingcheng guards and troops have arrived. The four generals who have migrated from Guangning and Daijun listen more to you than to Wang Feng."
This is not entirely a lie. Man, the existence of Liangcheng Kingdom does have such an effect.
"You said before that you only need salt ponds, but you didn't expect that you would have no good intentions when setting up Liangcheng County." Wang said softly.
"You are my woman and Li Zhen is my son. Of course I have to think about you mother and son. If there is chaos in the country and things are not harmonious, you can just go to Liangcheng and you will have no worries." Shao Xun said. : "The two suppressing armies of Shanyu Duhufu can also assist you."
Wang took a deep breath and carefully weighed the pros and cons.
If Shao Xun had his way, he would definitely want to directly destroy the Dai Kingdom, and then drive each tribe like a dog. Those who disobey will be directly exterminated, showing the majesty and domineering power of the Central Plains king.
But he does not have this ability. Once he shows this intention, the Xianbei tribes will not give in half-heartedly like they are now, resisting for a few times and then surrendering. At the critical moment of life and death, even if you really can't beat him, he will avoid your attack first, wait for you to leave, and then come back to kill you.
So her existence is still valuable, which is why Shao Xun wants to bargain with her.
As of now, both sides are still in a state where cooperation will benefit both parties and separation will cause both harms.
What's more, this man finally has some conscience and has been thinking about their mother and son.
"What else do you want to do?" Wang asked.
"Of course it is to exterminate the Huns." Shao Xun said: "We have only sent 30,000 troops now, which is a bit less. We can recruit more. Don't worry, I have sent a group of silk and silk to go northward, together with The unused military rations are enough to distribute rewards. Isn't it wonderful to go south and sweep away those who can be swept away? "
"They can also rob some cattle and sheep in the wild. If the Xiongnu avoids fighting, I'm afraid-" Wang said.
"I have my own way." Shao Xun smiled.
(End of this chapter)