Chapter 3102 Intrigue
The current situation can be said to be both critical and very delicate.
Tubo wanted to take advantage of the fact that the Tang Dynasty was marching eastwards and the Guanzhong was empty, but it did not dare to go to war with the Tang Dynasty directly. It could not bear the losses if the two countries went to war and trade was cut off. The Tang Dynasty knew that Tubo secretly encouraged Tuyuhun to rebel, but Unable to deal with the coalition forces of the two countries at the same time, they could only show weakness and restraint towards Tibet, the mastermind behind it.
As for the evidence Lu Dongzan said... between the two countries, there is only a balance of interests. If they are determined to start a war, where is the need for any conclusive evidence?
Just arbitrarily collect and frame some to form a nominal correctness that can guide public opinion...
Therefore, between Tang Dynasty and Tubo, they both wanted to destroy each other, but they had to restrain themselves and wait for the opportunity.
The quarrel between Fang Jun and Lu Dongzan also made the bottom line of both parties public.
The Tang Dynasty would not hold Tubo accountable for instigating the Tuyuhun rebellion, but Tubo could not get involved in the Tuyuhun rebellion. Otherwise, the Tang Dynasty would rather kill a thousand enemies and lose eight hundred to itself than openly go to war with Tubo and cut off all ties with Tibet immediately. The Tubo trade resulted in the inability to sell highland barley wine in Tubo and the inability to import grain.
Highland barley wine has long been a cash cow for the Tubo nobles to amass wealth. Once the two countries went to war and the highland barley wine was unsaleable, those nobles would definitely oppose it. If Songtsen Gampo could not properly resolve it, it might trigger a civil war. The great situation that they had worked hard to build for many years was lost in one fell swoop, and even caused Tibet to return to the era of tribal alliances. Its national power plummeted, and it was no longer capable of competing with the Tang Dynasty.
And if food was cut off by the Tang Dynasty, Tubo would fall into turmoil and the people would be in dire straits.
Li Chengqian suddenly felt that the haze caused by Tuyuhun's rebellion had been lifted a lot. Although Tuyuhun was tyrannical, but without the full support of Tubo, Youtunwei might not be incapable of fighting.
After all, Fang Jun is one of the few "constantly victorious generals" among the younger generation, and Youtunwei is the most proficient in the use of firearms among the Tang army. They are also on the defensive, which may not be as expected by the government and the public. Like "living towards death".
After taking a sip of tea, Li Chengqian smiled and said: "Although Tubo and Tang Dynasty have had some misunderstandings with each other this year and have fought each other, as the saying goes, stumbling upon each other is inevitable. Generally speaking, both countries can exercise restraint and work hard. Seeking a "win-win" fulcrum, avoiding war, and striving for stability and prosperity for the people of this country, both my father and your country, Zanpu, have made great efforts. As two of the most powerful countries in the world, once the Tang Dynasty and Tubo went to war, no one would be able to bear the damage, let alone who could defeat them, it would make those with evil intentions and ready to take action. The fishermen of other countries have benefited. When the prime minister returns to Luoche City, please bring your sincere greetings to Zanpu. I hope that the two countries will have lasting peace and good relations from generation to generation."
This also shows Datang's attitude. We will not care about your dirty tricks in private, but if there is a next time, then let's go to war.
If there was a serious fight, regardless of who would win and who lost, it would definitely cause irreparable damage to both countries. Of course, the Tang Dynasty could not bear it, but could Tibet be able to bear it?
Compared with the Tang Dynasty, the situation in Tubo is more dangerous and unpredictable. If you are not careful, the tribal nobles who are attached to Songtsan Gampo may launch a resistance, bite back, and drag the entire plateau into war. , putting Songtsen Gampo's rule into crisis.
Lu Dongzan's face was very ugly. He came to Datang because he did not want the two countries to go to war at this time, so he made an effort. However, it was absolutely unwilling to let the Tang Dynasty take the upper hand in terms of momentum and form a strategic advantage over Tibet.
But Fang Jun's nonsensical behavior made him passive.
He could only say: "What Your Highness said is exactly what Zanpu said. Zanpu admired and admired the Tang Dynasty, so he asked to marry the Tang princess in the first place. He wanted to bring the two countries into good relations with Qin and Jin, live in peace, and stop fighting. As for Tuyuhun's rebellion, old Chen also brought Zanpu's harsh words, but Tuyuhun Khan ignored them and insisted on going his own way. It is really hateful! If the Tang Dynasty fails to deal with Tuyuhun's rebellion, Tubo can send troops to help! "
Li Chengqian smiled and nodded: "Thank you, Prime Minister, but how can Tuyuhun, a mere Tuyuhun, stop the Tiger Tigers of the Tang Dynasty? There is no need for your country to worry about it."
It's not that he doesn't want to invite foreign aid, but he knows that Lu Dongzan's words are just words.
If you really ask Tubo to send troops to assist, Tubo will definitely not refuse, but sending troops does not mean that they will help the Tang Dynasty attack Tuyuhun. Chen Bing will sit on the mountain and watch the tigers fight. This is almost certain. It is even possible that Tubo had reached an agreement with Tuyuhun and sent troops to help it guard its teeth to prevent other forces from taking advantage of it and damaging its foundation, so that Tuyuhun could concentrate on fighting the Tang Dynasty and inflict a heavier blow to the Tang Dynasty.
And how could Tubo be willing to send troops in vain? The Tang Dynasty must be required to provide certain compensation or support. When the time comes, Tubo takes the money but does not do anything, Li Chengqian does not want to be taken advantage of...
Lu Dongzan was a little pity. This was a good opportunity to take advantage, but Li Chengqian didn't fall for it.
However, his complexion was much better now. He glanced at Fang Jun and said, "Fushun is old now and has only a few days to live. All the power of Tuyuhun is in the hands of his son Nuohebo. I must wait until Tuyuhun is erect. Raise the flag of rebellion During the expedition, Fushun would pass on the position of Tuyuhun Khan to Nuohebo to boost his morale. Nuohebo was in his prime, brave and good at fighting, and his momentum was strong. The Tang Dynasty still needed to do more to promote him, so he should not underestimate the enemy. .”
These are good words, which seem to remind Datang, but are actually nonsense.
Now the Tang Dynasty can only dispatch half of the Youtun Guards to Hexi to resist the enemy. The strength comparison is only one-third of that of Tuyuhun. How can there be any possibility of underestimating the enemy?
Fang Jun took a leisurely sip of tea and said with a smile: "Why does the Prime Minister need to worry about the national power of the Tang Dynasty? You should worry about yourself. Returning from Chang'an to Luoche City, the mountains are high, the roads are far, the forests are dense, and the water is deep. There is unrest and banditry. If anything happens to you, please don’t blame the Tang Dynasty for your country.”
Lu Dongzan's expression suddenly changed, and he couldn't help but think of all the things he encountered on the way from Luoxe City to Chang'an...
Doesn't this stick really want to put the old man to death?
His status means that he has long been beyond the scope of ordinary people's thinking, and has long disregarded life and death. However, once something unexpected happens to him, the situation in Tubo will inevitably fall out of control. Without him to block it, will Zamp still be patient with Datang and wait for the opportunity?
And without their own suppression, with Zamp's fierce and domineering methods, can the noble tribes in the country continue to dormant under Zamp's rule?
Lu Dongzan glared at Fang Jun and said: "The Duke of Yue had better not be joking. Although I am not afraid of life and death, once something unexpected happens to me, Zan Pu will definitely raise an army to avenge me. Does the Duke of Yue want to kill two people because of his own selfishness?" The country is plunged into war and all lives are in ruins? ”
Fang Jun shook his head and said with a smile: "Look what you said, a certain person and the Prime Minister have been friends for many years. They have always been in love with each other, how can they bear to harm him? Besides, Tuyuhun is now riding around, if he accidentally bumps into the Prime Minister along the way, , see the big picture With his majestic appearance and extraordinary bearing, he thought he was a rich man, so he became greedy and wanted to kill people, buy goods, and rob money... Is it possible that Zanpu still wants to blame Datang for these crimes? "
Lu Dongzan felt a thump in his heart and started to sweat a little.
If he died in the Tang Dynasty, Zanpu would definitely raise troops to attack the Tang Dynasty in the name of revenge. But if he died at the hands of the Tuyuhun people in the border area, how could Zanpu still have the name to crusade against the Tang Dynasty? Not only could they not attack the Tang Dynasty, they were even forced to send troops to Tuyuhun under pressure...
This is a plan that kills two birds with one stone!
Not only can he get rid of himself, a powerful figure in Tubo, but he can also put the blame on Tuyuhun. Even if Tubo does not send troops to Tuyuhun, the relationship between them will inevitably fall into hostility. He can share a lot of pressure for the Tang Dynasty. At least Tuyuhun will no longer be free from worries. and started a war with the Tang Dynasty.
Ludong praised his calm appearance, but in fact he was very panicked.
If His Majesty Li Er was still sitting in Chang'an at this moment, he believed that no one would dare to kill him. But looking at the indulgence of His Highness the Crown Prince in front of Fang Jun, how can he impose restrictions on him? I'm afraid I agreed in just a few words...
Li Chengqian was really moved by Fang Jun's words.
He didn't care about Lu Dongzan's life or death, but if Lu Dongzan's death could be blamed on Tuyuhun, which would reduce the pressure on the Tang Dynasty from Tubo, why not?
Thinking of this, he smiled and praised Ludong: "Don't worry, Prime Minister. At worst, when you return to Luoxue City, I will send a team of forbidden troops to escort you all the way."
Lu Dongzan's dark face turned pale, escort? Do you want to send the old man directly to heaven...(End of Chapter)