Three Kingdoms Simulator: This Ma Su is too stable

Chapter 212 The Big Tree Attracts the Wind
In April of the ninth year of Jianxing (231), Ma Su raised five thousand soldiers from Xijun to Fox Mountain in Juyanhai, and fought a battle with the bald Shoutian who had marched here. Retirement whole.

After Ma Di withdrew, he called on the Qiang and Han forces from various tribes in Liangzhou in the name of Zhuge Liang to discuss baldness and Shoutian together.Liang Yuanbi, a native of Xiutu Hu in Zhangye County, led more than 2000 households to respond first, and belonged to Shu Han.Ma Di moved all these people to live in Xiping County, set up the captain of Xizhou, and took more than [-] elites as his wings.

Soon, the Shu Han court (Zhuge Liang) issued a transfer order: appoint Jiang Wei as the governor of Liangzhou, and cooperate with Ma Di to govern Liangzhou.

When the transfer order was passed to Xijun, all the generals were silent, and Ma Su was thoughtful.

The Shu Han didn't like to seal short officials, with the exception of Liangzhou.

Before, although Liangzhou was not in the hands of the Shu Kingdom, the governor of Liangzhou had always been in charge.It was Ma Chao at first, then Wei Yan, and now Jiang Wei, all of them are important officials and generals of Shu Han.

In Zhuge Liang's eyes, Longyou and Liangzhou are far more important than Chang'an and Guanzhong. Therefore, Zhuge Liang's goal has always been to attack Liangzhou first, not Guanzhong.

Ma Di is also deeply convinced of this strategy.

If the Shu Han can attack Chang'an, of course it can.However, capturing Chang'an is too difficult to achieve in one step.Because Cao Wei not only stationed heavy troops in Chang'an for defense, but the roads from Hanzhong to Guanzhong are also rugged and rugged, easy to defend and difficult to get out.

The danger of the Qinling Mountains for eight hundred miles is not only a barrier for the Shu Han, but also a cage for the Shu Han. While it protects the Shu Han from the threat of Cao Wei in the north, it also limits the ambition of the Shu Han to advance northward.

And there is only one road from Hanzhong, that is, from Yangpingguan to the west, passing through Mianxian, Xiabian, Xixian to Longyou and Liangzhou.

War in this era is based on roads, where the road leads, the army can attack there (Deng Ai's special case is not the norm).

Therefore, compared to capturing Chang'an, taking Longyou and Liangzhou is the most reasonable approach.

Why did Zhuge Liang not allow Wei Yan to offer a plan to attack Chang'an?This can be seen from his deliberate training of Jiang Wei.

Jiang Wei was born in Liangzhou, and like Ma Chao, he has Qiang blood.By reusing Jiang Wei, you can win the hearts of Liangzhou, and then form an invisible convenience for the strategy of Liangzhou.

After Jiang Wei's surrender, Zhuge Liang happily wrote a letter to Zhang Yi Jiang Wan. In the letter, he said that he had just accepted a talent, and emphasized that this person was "Liangzhou Sergeant".

In the original time and space, in the 18th year of Yanxi (255), Jiang Wei came out of Didao and defeated Wang Jing, the governor of Yongzhou in Wei State. Yi, Wang Jing is afraid that the entire army will be wiped out," and applied for additional troops.

Sima Zhao said: "In the past, Zhuge Liang couldn't do what he wanted to do. Jiang Wei is not as good as Zhuge Liang, so don't worry too much."

The Qiang people in Liangzhou are not only numerous, but also good at fighting. More importantly, they have always had strong anti-Wei ideas.

Because Cao Wei's ruling methods here are very bloody, even worse than the Eastern Han court.

Cao Wei has always treated the disobedient Liangzhou tribes by "slaughtering them all". When Cao Cao attacked Hanzhong, the tribe of Di Wang Dou Mao refused to obey orders, so Cao Cao killed all the more than 1 people.

During Xia Houyuan's conquest of Liangzhou, he also engaged in massacres at every turn. Later, in order to prevent the Qiangdi in Hanzhong from being seduced by the Shu Han, Zhang forced hundreds of thousands of people in Hanzhong, Tianshui, Wudu, Longxi, Nan'an and other counties several times. Hu Qiangdi moved to Chang'an, Hebei, Fufeng and other places.

After this incident, Hanzhong and even Wudu County were almost depopulated.Zhuge Liang went to Qishan with hard work.I just want to capture Liangzhou and gain the support of the Qiangdi tribe.

It's a pity that Cao Wei also knows the importance of Liangzhou and refuses to give up even if he dies.

But now it's different.

Cao Wei took all precautions and lost Liangzhou.

Ma Di's move to attack Xiqiang first, and then take Wuwei by false means, caught Cao Wei by surprise, and Liangzhou was cut off and belonged to the Shu Han.

As a result, the strategic situation between the two countries has changed dramatically.

And as the strategic situation changes, there must be Zhuge Liang's attitude, which has nothing to do with the personal relationship between the two, but only politics.

The appointment of Jiang Wei as the governor of Liangzhou is both a test and a trick.

Qu Shang was also aware of this, and said: "Since ancient times, there are powerful officials inside the imperial court, and there is no general outside who can die well. The general should think about countermeasures early."

This sentence is very similar to another sentence Ma Di heard, "Since ancient times, there have been courtiers inside, but no generals outside can make meritorious service."

This sentence means that since ancient times, there have been no treacherous officials who have monopolized power in the court, and at the same time generals can make contributions abroad.If the general makes meritorious service outside, the powerful officials will feel that their power is threatened.So try to get rid of the general.

The person who said this was an unknown scholar in the Southern Song Dynasty. At that time, Jin Wushu couldn't beat Yue Fei, and Jin Wushu was about to withdraw his troops. The scholar used this reasoning to persuade Jin Wushu to wait a little longer.Jin Wushu listened to the scholar's words, and later Yue Fei was recalled by the Twelve Gold Medals, and died in the Fengbo Pavilion in vain, and his great cause of fighting the gold was also lost.

Even so, even Zhuge Liang once eradicated Liu Feng, Li Yan and other important ministers who could threaten his power, but Ma Su firmly believed that Zhuge Liang would not move him.

……

West County, Temporary Prime Minister's Mansion.

Yang Yi walked quickly into the office with a letter bag in hand.

"Prime Minister, there are reports of military news from Liangzhou."

Hearing this, Zhuge Liang let out an "oh", then stopped to give instructions on the official document, put the brush back on the inkstone, took the envelope, took out the brocade silk, and read it carefully.

After a cup of tea, Zhuge Liang withdrew his gaze, handed the letter to Yang Yi casually, and paced around the room without saying a word.

Yang Yi quickly read the letter and said doubtfully: "Prime Minister, Xihai Qiang and bald Xianbei fought a battle at the foot of Fox Mountain in Juyanhai.

Zhuge Liang said with a smile: "This is the trick that Youchang used to drive away tigers and wolves."

"From this point of view, I, Ji Hanquan, are expected to occupy Liangzhou." Yang Yi quickly cupped his hands in congratulations, and then changed his voice: "However, Ma Di has been leading the army all year round, and his prestige in the army is very high. "

Zhuge Liangliang nodded, this was exactly what he was worried about.

Three years after Jiang Wei went to Shu, he failed to achieve an inch of merit, and suddenly he was promoted to the governor of Liangzhou, and he formed a team with Ma Di. The scene was almost predictable.

It must be one-sided.

But there is no way, who else can be sent besides Jiang Wei?
Wei Yanxin couldn't believe it, and he had already taken office elsewhere; Wang Ping was illiterate and couldn't be the governor at all; Wu Yi was the prefect of Hanzhong and couldn't leave.

Among the others... Jiang Wan needs to preside over the daily affairs of the court in Chengdu. Yang Yi and Ma Su have a rift. If they go to Liangzhou, Ma Di will probably make it clear that they will be arranged for them. ...Zhuge Liang shook his head, the two of them went to Liangzhou for nothing.

Ma Di's qualifications, meritorious service, and prestige are unmatched in the Shu Han. Even if he is the prime minister, he dare not say that he can stabilize Ma Di in terms of reputation, let alone other people.

That is to say, even if these people go to Liangzhou, they are likely to be under the huge shadow of Ma Di, and it is difficult to fundamentally restrict Ma Di.

But the newly vacated governor of Liangzhou had to be sent.

And it can't be assigned to Ma Di!
If the governor of Liangzhou is assigned to Ma Su, he will become a real local emperor with military power, governance power and great prestige.

At this time, a middle-aged scholar in his thirties and forties came in from the door in a hurry.The man's face with Chinese characters was dusty, sweat stains appeared on the towel and robe, and his eyes were full of fatigue.

As soon as he entered the door, before he could salute, Zhuge Liang greeted him with his eyes: "Gong Yan has worked hard."

Jiang Wan saluted first, then laughed and said, "Your Majesty has appointed Ma Di's eldest son, Ma Wen, as the Marquis of Hanshui Pavilion, and everything else will be done according to the Prime Minister's wishes."

Zhuge Liangliang nodded: "How is the situation in Soochow?"

"For the time being, Sun Quan's position on the Han-Wu alliance has not changed. They are happy to see the success of our country's Northern Expedition."

"However, Sun Quan has recently increased his troops by [-] in Jiangling. Jiangling City is bordered by our Baidi City. The prime minister must pay attention."

Zhuge Liang let out a "huh" and started pacing again.He knew that Soochow was by no means a reliable ally. 16 years ago, Sun Quan took away the three counties in the east of Jingnan in a surprise attack; 12 years ago, Sun Quan took away the three counties in Jingxi in a surprise attack and killed Guan Yu.

From these two incidents, it is enough to see who Sun Quan is.

It's not that Zhuge Liang never thought about adjusting his strategy and turned around to clean up Soochow first, but the current situation in the world is that Wei is strong and Shu and Wu are weak.For survival.Shu and Wu can only hold together, and all grievances and grievances can only be suppressed temporarily.As long as Soochow can put a little pressure on Wei's southeastern border, it will be considered a great help to Shu Han.

It is not in vain that the Shu Han endured the humiliation.

Between countries, interests have always come first. Even if there is a bloody feud, we must judge the situation and make way for interests.

This is the most obvious truth that every person in power should understand.

The first emperor Liu Bei didn't understand this, so he almost ruined the Shu Han family.

The three sat down as guests and hosts, and looked at the table. Yang Yi took out a bunch of brocade silk from her arms and handed it to Zhuge Liang: "Kebi can say in the letter: His respect for you, the prime minister, is like a boundless grassland. For example, the torrential river flows continuously, and he expressed his willingness to send troops to support the prime minister's northern expedition."

"Oh, does he have any request?" Zhuge Liang raised his eyes and looked towards the northeast, his tone was exceptionally calm, he took the letter without reading it, as if he had expected the request on the letter, and just stared at Yang Yi.

"Kebi can say in the letter that if he really captures the land of Wei, he is willing to lead his troops to surrender to the Han, and he needs to put Bingzhou and Youzhou under the territory of the Xianbei tribe." Yang Yi replied, and then asked with some hesitation, " Prime Minister, I feel that Kirby's words are too humble and humble to be believed."

Zhuge Liang was noncommittal about this, and turned to look at Jiang Wan.

The matter of Ke Bineng will be discussed later, Jiang Wan's visit is a bit unexpected.

If it's just an ordinary imperial decree, there's no need for him to come in person.

Jiang Wan cupped his hands and said, "Since the farewell to Shuzhong, Ma Di has made great achievements in the world for more than a year. His Majesty sent me to ask the prime minister, what reward should I give to General Ma...?"

Hearing this, Zhuge Liang frowned.There are many stakes involved in the canonization of the position of general. Even if Ma Di belongs to the prime minister's mansion, he has to keep silent and express his position cautiously.

According to Ma Di's current achievements, if he proposes a big seal, he will be suspected of forming a party for personal gain; if he proposes a small seal, it will cool Ma Di's heart.

His Majesty deliberately used this matter to consult the truth... This hot potato is not easy to pick up.

——Zhuge Liang had to admit that Liu Chan, the emperor, had grown up and had his own ideas.

"This matter, His Majesty can decide on his own." Zhuge Liang made a simple statement and pondered again.

Jiang Wan didn't answer, he knew there was more to come.

"I have asked Your Majesty to divide the seven counties of Nanzhong into Yunzhou, appoint Wei Yan as the governor of Yunzhou, and appoint Jiang Wei as the governor of Liangzhou. What do you think of this proposal?"

"This..." Jiang Wan hesitated for a moment, feeling inappropriate.

Isn't it a joke that the young Jiang Wei went to Liangzhou at this time.

In front of Ma Di, he is a younger brother.

"Prime Minister, why doesn't the old general Zhao Yun be the governor of Liangzhou?"

That's right, how did the truth forget Zhao Yun?
Zhuge Liang's eyes lit up, his frowning brows quickly relaxed, he stroked his beard with his right hand, stood up, took the seal of the governor of Liangzhou from the case table, and handed it to Jiang Wan.

"Gongyan, the prime minister now appoints you as the prime minister's mansion, Cao Cao, to Liangzhou to deliver the order, and Zhao Yun is the governor of Liangzhou, above Ma Di, the general who conquered the west." Having said this, Zhuge Liang's tone became more serious: "It's hard work, Gongyan. "

Jiang Wan took the seal and glanced at Yang Yi hesitantly.

Yang Yi was embarrassed, covered her face with her hands and resigned.

"Yi, Yan, and Su have a gap, and they pinch each other when they meet..." Zhuge Liang explained, rubbing his head, unwilling to say more.

Sometimes, he would also suspect that Ma Di deliberately put on a posture of being at odds with Yang Yi and Wei Yan to prove that he was good at fighting, and that he was very low in other aspects, so that he, the prime minister, would lower his vigilance against the latter. .

But sometimes, Zhuge Liang felt that this was Ma Di's nature, because Ma Di had always been this arrogant.

The country is easy to change, but the nature is hard to change.

Although it is said that a general who can take one step and see three steps in a war must have a lofty vision and a high probability of being broad-minded, and it is unlikely that he will be at odds with his colleagues in the army because of personal preferences.

But there are always exceptions.

"Yan must live up to the prime minister's entrustment." Jiang Wan arched his hands, held the seal in both hands, turned around and came out of the prime minister's mansion, called a few followers, and rushed to the west gate of Xixian County, passing through the Qiang area to Liangzhou.

It goes without saying that the journey is full of dust along the way.

Half a month passed in a blink of an eye.

On this day, Jiang Wan and his entourage rode their horses and ran wildly. When they ran to a small hillside ten miles away from Fox Mountain, they suddenly heard the beating of war drums ahead and the sound of killing.

Jiang Wan reined in hastily, climbed up and looked around, and saw several soldiers and horses fighting fiercely on the open ground at the foot of the mountain ahead.

Judging from the situation, there are five or six armies under the banner of Shuhan, and these soldiers and horses are besieging an army under the banner of Xianbei on all sides.


"If there are no accidents, the outcome of this battle is almost settled."

Jiang Wan wiped the sweat from his brow, and said to his followers, "Take a rest here for a while, and report to General Ma after the battle is over."


The attendants responded again and again, sat on the ground, took out dry food and water, and waited for the end of the war.

Half a day later, the fighting ceased, and Jiang Wan arrived at a large camp located in the west of the foot of Fox Mountain.

Ma Su has been waiting here for a long time.

After the greetings and greetings, Jiang Wan went to Juyanhai with the large army.

Half of the bald-haired Xianbei's more than ten thousand troops were annihilated and half surrendered. From this moment on, the bald-haired Xianbei officially fell under the rule of the Shu Han.

Along the way, Ma Di introduced the details of the battle to Jiang Wan.

Jiang Wan also told the truth about the purpose of coming here.

When talking about "Zhao Yun will replace Jiang Wei as Liangzhou Inspector", Jiang Wan carefully observed Ma Su's demeanor.

It was found that the latter's face was calm and expressionless.


(End of this chapter)