I am Li Shen and Li Shimin, the free kings of the Tang Dynasty

Li Shimin was the immediate emperor. Unlike other second-generation emperors, he fought with his own ability.

Whether it is courage or courage, it cannot be compared to the second generation of emperors who just sit back and enjoy their success.

Furthermore, Li Shimin was quite talented in leading troops to fight, so his considerations were different from others.

Others were concerned about his safety and wanted him to step back, but what he wanted was to go out and have a big fight.

"Your Majesty, you must not do it. This is too dangerous. We only have 10,000 troops.

As His Majesty said just now, I don’t know if Tibet has any reinforcements. It has been two days. If we go there rashly,

I am worried about His Majesty's comfort.

Why don't we go back to Shanzhou first? It won't be too late to mobilize the government troops. "Changsun Wuji immediately objected.

Nothing is as important as Li Shimin's safety.

"Yes, Your Majesty, there are 50,000 troops guarding the capital city of Qinghai. It should not be a problem to fight against the 100,000 Tibetan troops.

I heard that Quanzi came back and said that the city wall of Qinghai city was much higher than the city wall of Chang'an city.

An army of 50,000 can completely withstand an army of 200,000. "Qin Qiong also tried to dissuade him.

Li Shimin thought about it and it was the same. If the 50,000 Tang troops defending the city could not defeat the 100,000 troops,

That proves that the combat effectiveness of the Tang Army has declined.

"Okay then, send the order to turn around and retreat to Shanzhou." Finally, Li Shimin listened to the two people's suggestions and returned to Shanzhou.

"Wang De, immediately send someone to inform King Ji that you must guard the Qinghai capital and pay attention to the internal details.

He doesn't know anything about military affairs, and everything is left to the deputy commander and generals to arrange. He just needs to show up appropriately.

Tell him not to point fingers or give random orders. If he loses his stronghold, I will kill him.

I will immediately gather troops to reinforce him. "

Li Shimin thought for a while and decided to send someone to warn the traitor.

"It's your Majesty, I'll take care of it now." Wang De responded.

It was also a problem for such a large team to turn around. The officials clearing the road in front had to be called back, and the carriages and supplies behind had to be turned around.

The formation of the guards must also change accordingly.

"Erlang, did something happen ahead? Why are you still going back?"

On the carriage, Queen Changsun was chatting with Concubine Wei and several other concubines when she was told that the carriage had to turn around and go back.

So several concubines got off the carriage and followed Queen Changsun to Li Shimin.

"We went to find the Tibetan army, so for safety, we have to retreat to Shanzhou first."

Li Shimin said directly without any concealment.

"The Tubo army? Are they here to assassinate His Majesty?" Queen Changsun asked in surprise.

"Probably not. Judging from the situation, they are here to attack the Qinghai capital." Li Shimin shook his head.

"Qinghai is a key city?"

Concubine Wei's expression changed on the side. Her son was still in the Qinghai capital.

"No need to worry, noble concubine. There are 50,000 troops in the Protectorate. Relying on the city wall, there is nothing wrong.

Even if there is a loss, they will save Li Shen and break out of the siege. He has three thousand guards and the three thousand Zuo Xiao guards I gave him.

Six thousand cavalry will also keep him safe. "

Seeing Concubine Wei's appearance, Li Shimin offered words of comfort.

The team finally turned around and marched for half a day before setting up camp.

"Brother Shubao."

While setting up camp, Changsun Wuji walked up to Qin Qiong.

"Mr. Zhao, is there something wrong?" Qin Qiong asked.

"Brother Shubao, I feel something is wrong." Changsun Wuji said softly.

"Wrong? What's wrong?" Qin Qiong was confused.

At this time, General Li Zhiyun of the Yulin Guard also came over.

Changsun Wuji called to Li Zhiyun.

"General Li, you came just in time. I have something to tell you two."

"I wonder what's wrong with Mr. Zhao Guo?" Li Zhiyun asked seriously.

"I feel that the Tibetans are a bit strange this time. It is absolutely impossible for them to capture the city with these 100,000 troops."

Changsun Wuji said directly.

The two frowned after hearing this, waiting for Changsun Wuji's next words.

"You two should also know that it is not an easy task to capture a city guarded by an army of 50,000 people.

What's more, the Tibetan weapons are crude and the siege equipment is even worse.

If they want to capture the important city, they will need at least 200,000 troops.

But why did they send a hundred thousand troops to attack the city? "

After hearing Changsun Wuji's words, Li Zhiyun thought for a while and said:

"Mr. Zhao, if you have anything to say, just tell me."

"I thought about it for a long time, and finally I thought, what if their goal is not the capital? But your Majesty."

"Your Majesty. Are you saying that their 100,000 troops are coming for Your Majesty?" Qin Qiong's expression changed.

"Yes, this makes sense. They are building plank roads openly and secretly to attack Chen Cang. It looks like they are attacking the city.

In fact, he wanted to hold back the soldiers in the fortress and then cause harm to His Majesty. "Changsun Wuji nodded.

"Does Duke Zhao have any evidence?" Li Zhiyun asked.

This is no small matter. As a member of the Beiya Imperial Guards, he is here to protect His Majesty.

Changsun Wuji shook his head.

"This is also my guess, so I came to you two to discuss this matter.

Duke Yi Guo can send more scouts to investigate in the direction of Qinghai, preferably farther away.

This also gives us an opportunity to reflect. "

"Okay, I will immediately send scouts to investigate, the distance is twenty miles." Qin Qiong thought for a while and nodded in agreement.

"Then what does Duke Zhao want from me?" Li Zhiyun asked when he saw Qin Qiong leaving.

"General Li, you are General Yulinwei, and it is your duty to protect His Majesty's safety.

If you are really unfortunate enough to be guessed by me.

I hope that when the time comes, you can immediately protect His Majesty and the Queen from escaping, and leave everything else alone and retreat directly to Shanzhou.

Even if I risk my life, I will stop the thieves for Your Majesty and prevent them from taking advantage.

I also asked General Li to agree. "

Changsun Wuji cupped his fists and saluted Li Zhiyun.

Li Zhiyun looked at Changsun Wuji, and Li Zhiyun understood what he meant, which was to leave everyone behind and escape with only His Majesty and the Queen.

Everyone also includes other concubines brought by His Majesty.

There are also eunuchs and maidservants.

"Zhao Guogong, this is not something I can say. You should also know that we are the emperor's personal army.

We will do whatever His Majesty asks us to do. What His Majesty says is the imperial edict. Who dares to resist the edict?

So I'm sorry, we only obey His Majesty's will. "

Li Zhiyun refused very tactfully. It doesn't matter what you say, nor does it matter what I say. Your Majesty will have the final say when the time comes.

"General Li, at this moment and that moment, your majesty's safety is as great as the sky."

Changsun Wuji also emphasized.

In fact, if they really marched and fought, Changsun Wuji, the 10,000 elite cavalryman, would not be afraid of Tibet.

But there are still many burdens in His Majesty's team, which greatly increases the difficulty of protection.

Taking this into consideration, Changsun Wuji decided to give up everyone and only protect two people. With the Yulin Guards' combat power, it would not be difficult to rush out.

Li Zhiyun ignored Changsun Wuji, cupped his hands and walked back to the Yulin Guard station.

"Prince, we have received news that the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty is still forty miles away from us."