Northern Dynasties Imperial Industry

The people present at the meeting were all mature and well-known kings and generals, so it was a bit unexpected for such a young man to suddenly come out to speak. Moreover, this young man was not a minister present in the hall, but an attendant standing on one side of the hall. He suddenly left his shift, which was surprising.

However, after seeing the appearance of this young man, the displeasure in everyone's eyes subsided slightly, because although this young man was only among the attendants, his identity was not surprising. He was Gao Changgong, the concubine of Emperor Wenxiang.

Emperor Wenxiang Gao Cheng, as the eldest son of Emperor Shenwu, had an extraordinary position during the Eastern Wei Dynasty. Unfortunately, he died unexpectedly due to poor timing, and ultimately failed to complete the great cause of usurping the Wei Dynasty and establishing itself on its own. This legacy was left to the current emperor to complete.

There are six sons in Gao Cheng's family. Although they lost their father's protection, they all enjoyed proper support after joining Qi, and they all grew up healthy and strong. Gao Changgong was not too outstanding among the brothers. He was born in the same year as Gao Xiaowan, the legitimate son of Gao Cheng. Because Gao Xiaowan was the legitimate son, Gao Changgong was ranked second and was called the fourth son.

Last year, Gao Changgong was relieved of his official duties and appointed as the Minister of Tongzhi Sanqi. However, unlike his brothers who had already been awarded the title of king, he still has no title. Although he was not well treated among the clans, he was highly appreciated by Duan Shao, King of Pingyuan, and he was often praised among relatives and friends. Therefore, all Jinyang nobles also knew about him.

At this time, they heard that Gao Changgong emphasized the importance of Queshu Valley and Thousand Miles Path, and took the initiative to invite Ying to fight. Everyone present also praised his words and spoke in agreement.

When Gao Yang heard this, he also smiled and said: "The art of war is important, how can those who use it not know? The former discussed all the military advantages, and did not have time to talk about this strength, so that the children have the opportunity to show their wisdom. But There are brave and capable ministers in my palace, so there is no need to rely on the bravery of a young boy to get things done. Just go back to work and don't stop us from discussing the matter!"

Gao Changgong also weighed and weighed many times before going out to ask for orders. However, when he heard that although the emperor accepted his opinion, he did not intend to let him lead the attack, he was disappointed for a while. When he was about to open his mouth to fight for it, he saw that the emperor had it on his face. There was already a hint of disgust under his smile, and he couldn't help but tremble in his heart. He hurriedly bowed his head and left the class.

After shouting Gao Changgong away, Gao Yang looked at everyone in the hall and asked, "Who is willing to take responsibility for this matter?"

At this time, Mo Chenxiang, the prince of Baishui, stood up to worship and said angrily: "I am a noble but talented man. I went to fight with the thieves but failed. I am an enemy of my country and my family, and I swear to be incompatible with the thieves! Now the thieves have invaded our country. Please attack and refuse, I will definitely make the thief Yijia sad in Queshu Valley!"

Hou Mo Chen Guile, the son of Prime Minister Hou Mo Chen, fought with Hu Lujin in the Battle of Heluo in the sixth year of Tianbao. As a result, he died directly on the battlefield. When talking about this incident, Prime Minister Hou Mo Chen also expressed regret. I hate him deeply, and I hope I can take this opportunity to kill more enemies and avenge my son.

Hearing what Hou Mo and Chen Xiang said, Gao Yang immediately ordered him to lead five thousand fine cavalry south to guard the Fenjin important road, waiting for all the armies to gather and go south to attack the enemy.

After the meeting was over, all the members retired and went to do their own things. His Majesty the Emperor also wanted to rest in the inner palace, so all the attendants in the palace also dispersed.

"Fourth brother, fourth brother, I'm here!"

Gao Changgong exited the palace and walked not far away when he heard shouts from the side and saw a fat, white and strong boy in his teens standing under the palace corridor on the other side, waving to him and saying hello. He couldn't help but smile too. Smiling, he turned around and walked towards the young man.

The boy's name was Gao Yanzong, the fifth son of Emperor Wenxiang Gao Cheng. Because his father died when he was still young, he was adopted into the palace by his uncle Gao Yang. The relationship between people is really wonderful. The relationship between brothers Gao Cheng and Gao Yang is so-so, but they dote on their nephew and named him King Ande a few years ago, even though Gao Yanzong is already a teenager. Yes, he can enter and leave the palace without restriction.

Wen and Xiang's disciples were also quite friendly to each other, and can even be regarded as an example of the Gao family's ethical relationship. Gao Changgong looked at his brother, raised his hand and patted his shoulder and said with a smile: "We haven't seen him for a few months, and he has become more and more solid!"

"Brother, you are here with me now. I heard that the Qiang thieves are going to invade Jinyang again. You have always been eager to make achievements. Why don't you take this opportunity to ask uncle for a fight?"

Although Gao Yanzong was young, his physique was not inferior to that of his brother. Because he knew Gao Changgong's ambition, he asked questions after meeting him.

After Gao Changgong heard this, he couldn't help but look sad. He was silent for a moment and then said softly: "I have asked for a meeting in the palace before, but I still haven't been appointed by the Supreme Being. I still don't have a chance to fight."

"I think I am worried that you, fourth brother, are young and weak and are not capable of taking on the responsibilities. However, my brother is an extraordinary person, so how can he look at me like a common man! Brother, please don't be disappointed. I will come to the palace today to say hello, and then I will give you my regards." You give it a try, but it’s up to you to use it, so how can you abandon it without even trying it?”

Seeing his brother's lonely face, Gao Yanzong immediately patted his chest and said.

When Gao Changgong saw this, he was grateful and worried at the same time: "Wu Lang, you can ask for my life, but remember not to offend the Supreme Being. If things cannot be done, I will continue to wait for the opportunity."

Gao Yanzong waved his hand and continued to walk to the inner palace. When he came outside the emperor's chamber, he saw the guards standing outside. He stepped forward and grabbed a stick, then asked for a bag of sticks and carried it on his head, and walked to the palace. He shouted loudly in front of the palace: "Everyone, please stay in peace and sleep in peace. There are ministers and guards in front of the palace on duty, so that no evil can invade!"

In the dormitory, Gao Yang was suffering from headache and irritation due to the recent days of abstaining from drinking. All the waiters in the palace were silent. When he heard this slightly unexpected voice, Gao Yang frowned at first, and then laughed loudly and cursed: "I have thousands of warriors under my palace. , I don’t need your little son to sleep peacefully, why don’t you come in now!”

"Here comes the kid!"

After Gao Yanzong heard this, he immediately stepped into the hall, dropped the stick in his hand, and actually rolled around the screen into the hall.

After Gao Yang saw this, he laughed again and his eyebrows were filled with joy. His personality tends to be sinister, and in recent years he has turned manic. He rarely has any tenderness towards people, including his own son. He is even dissatisfied with the prince Gao Yin because he is too weak, and the other princes Because he was too young, he could not see his quality, but he sincerely loved his brother Gao Cheng's fifth son.

As the emperor's temper has become increasingly irritable in recent years, officials and family members have to be cautious when dealing with Gao Yang, but Gao Yanzong has no taboos in going in and out of bed, and can even be so intimate that he throws himself into his arms and pulls his uncle's beard. Only at this time would Gao Yang act like a kind elder enjoying family happiness, pretending to be harsh but actually doting on his nephew.

When Gao Yanzong took the opportunity to talk about sending his brother Gao Changgong to fight, Gao Yang couldn't help but frowned, but after Gao Yanzong's repeated pleas, he relented and said: "Young and energetic, I always think that if I develop a little intelligence, I will underestimate talent. We are eager to announce it, and we will add the governor of Kuzhi and the consul to his side, so that when the army meets in the future, they will join the battle to kill the enemy!"

After Gao Yanzong heard this, although he was still a little dissatisfied with his brother, he also understood that his uncle had given in. If he refused, there would be no good results, so he thanked him repeatedly and left to find his brother Gao Changgong. Inform about this harvest.

Gao Yang looked at the leaving Gao Yanzong, and the smile on his face gradually faded away, but the handsome appearance and heroic temperament of Gao Changgong, his nephew, appeared in his mind, but this image gradually became different from the image of his brother whose memory was buried there. The mixture was overlapping, and Dangjie shook his head to eliminate these distracting thoughts, and then said in a deep voice: "You are young and strong, and I hate that you are humble!"

After receiving the military order, Mo Chenxiang, the prince of Baishui, immediately led five thousand fully armed elite soldiers directly to the south.

There is Nanshuozhou in Jiexiu City in the south of Jinyang. It was a state established during the Eastern Wei Dynasty to resettle Shuozhou soldiers. It also belongs to the traditional living area of ​​Jinyang soldiers. Previously, soldiers from Jinyang went to Heyang, and soldiers from Nanshuo Prefecture were also among the conscripted troops. Therefore, there were not many young people in the territory, and it was mainly the family members of the soldiers who stayed behind.

Not far further south from Jiexiu City, we arrived at the northern exit of Queshu Valley. The terrain here is rugged, winding, and complex. From here to the Queshu Valley, which is nearly a hundred miles long, the roads are all rugged and difficult to navigate.

After arriving at Jiexiu City, Hou Mo and Chen Xiang took a rest and soon learned that there were soldiers in the city who had fled back from the city garrison south of Queshu Valley. He immediately summoned these defeated soldiers for questioning.

When he learned that the enemy troops had entered Queshu Valley, Hou Mo and Chen Xiang's heart suddenly sank. Although Queshu Valley has always belonged to the Northern Qi Dynasty, if it is occupied by the Wei army, the rugged and difficult mountain and water passage will not be blocked just because they are the Qi army. It will also be very difficult to attack and recapture it.

"King Changle is really a pig and a dog. Sitting in a big city, it is difficult to stop the enemy, so that my important land can be easily stolen by thieves!"

After learning this, Hou Mo and Chen Xiang felt extremely angry. While yelling at Changle Wang Wecan, he quickly arranged for his soldiers to explore the Queshu Valley and prepared to open up and regain this passage.

Not long after the Qi army scouts entered the valley, they discovered traces of the enemy. When they saw the fences and fortifications that had been erected on both sides of the valley, the Qi army scouts' expressions changed drastically and they hurriedly retreated to report the enemy's situation.

After Prime Minister Hou Mochen arrived after hearing the news, his expression also darkened. Unexpectedly, the enemy army had already advanced so far and occupied almost the entire Queshu Valley, so he had no time to think and immediately ordered an attack on the enemy gate.

There are two records of Gao Changgong's family ranking, including the "Stele of King Lanling" and "Book of Northern Qi". It is speculated that either he is of similar age and he was ranked first by his concubine, or because his legitimate son Gao Xiaowan was killed by Emperor Wucheng Gao Zhan and was expelled from the clan. , Gao Changgong took over third place. . . It's not a main character, but I can provide two guesses. . .