Datang: Rebirth of Li Chengqian, the beginning of the treason interrogation

Chapter 192 The situation has changed
The hall fell into an eerie silence again.

Everyone is smart. After thinking about it, it is just as the Sea Prince said.

It’s not that Japan cannot organize its military forces now, but that it does not have the time.

It can only be said that the Tang army had sinister intentions and chose to start a war at such a time.

"Li Chengqian's rebel army is advancing at a rapid speed. This news first came from Tajima County. The defenses of various provinces are insufficient. I'm afraid they will reach the imperial capital in less than a month."

Prince Ge Cheng said that for a moment, he could not think of any way to deal with it.

Emperor Kotoku calmly said, "Order all provinces to cancel the busy farming season and have all the people join the army. Each province's governor will be in charge and will act according to the situation to organize soldiers to resist Li Chengqian's rebels."

"At the same time, the crimes committed by the rebels in Japan will be made public. The rebels are cruel and brutal, and will not spare anyone alive. If you want to survive, you have no choice but to resist."

"Send another envoy to find out the strength of Li Chengqian's rebel army and submit a letter of surrender to stabilize the rebel army. At the same time, gather Japanese soldiers to defend the imperial capital in case of emergency."

Emperor Kotoku's series of actions are truly admirable.

Adapt to circumstances just right.

"The Emperor's move is very good, but based on my understanding of the rebels, I'm afraid we in Japan will have to prepare for the worst."

Mao Ye Zhizi said that these measures taken by Emperor Kotoku were all based on Li Chengqian's attitude towards Japan.

It is now obvious that Li Chengqian came here with the intention of destroying the country.

"The rebels are advancing at a rapid pace. It is probably impossible to gather troops and defend the imperial capital in a short period of time. For the safety of the emperor and the future of our great country of Japan, I request the emperor to move the capital."

We are still waiting for the government decree to be passed down, and we don’t know when it will happen.

At that time, Li Chengqian had no idea where to go, so he could only call on soldiers to protect him while retreating.

"Moving the capital is a big deal. It concerns the foundation of the country and should not be done lightly. I still think that we should negotiate with the rebels first and understand their intentions before making any deployment."

Prince Katsuragi shook his head.

Their families and children are all in the imperial capital, and all kinds of property are gathered here. They cannot move the capital unless it is absolutely necessary.

It was said to be a move of the capital, but in fact it was just a flight from defeat.

They abandoned the capital and fled before the enemy troops arrived. How could the military and civilians have the confidence to resist the rebels?

"We cannot move the capital. This is the lifeblood of the country."

Prince Beishan also shook his head and disapproved.

"The rebels have come from afar, so they can't fight for long. If we drag it out for a while, they will run out of supplies and collapse."

"Yes, in my opinion, General Maoye was frightened by the rebels, and he was trying to boost others' morale and destroy his own prestige."

"The rebels can now march straight in because they caught us off guard. Once we gather our forces, we will be able to make it difficult for the rebels to move forward."

At this time, a man walked out of the queue with a mocking look on his face.

Mao Ye Zhizi and Azumi Hirafu looked over.

This man's name was Abe no Uchimaro, and he was the Left Minister of Wa, which is equivalent to the Zuo Pushe of the Tang Dynasty.

This man was not only good at civil affairs, but also good at military affairs. He held a high position and had great power, and many political affairs of Japan were implemented by him.

He also has a huge family background.

He has been highly valued by three generations of emperors and is now considered a veteran of three generations.

He served Emperor Jūmei, Emperor Gokō and Emperor Kōtoku successively.

Emperor Kotoku was also invigorated: "What is the plan of the Left Minister? Please tell me quickly."

"Li Chengqian led his army to attack us, and won victory after victory. He was arrogant and advanced too far. This was a big flaw."

"You only need to lead a group of elite soldiers to set up an ambush and lure them into the trap, then you can defeat them all. This is what the Central Plains military strategy says: arrogant soldiers will be defeated."

"It is to take advantage of the carelessness of his commander's soldiers and let them fall into the trap. Isn't Li Chengqian's rebel army now in line with this?"

"We only need to send a few generals with thousands of elite soldiers to defeat the rebels. Why panic?"

Abenamimaro spoke eloquently and his analysis was well-reasoned.

It is true that each person has his own reasons.

In theoretical analysis, everyone is right.

However, only after success can we know whether it is right or wrong.

"Who is capable of taking on this important task?"

Emperor Kotoku glanced down, passing over Mao No Wakiko and Azumi Hirafu.

Although these two people were guilty of serious crimes, they had also served as imperial followers before, and they participated in the coup before Emperor Gokugo punished them.

Have the merit of following the dragon.

They were defeated by Li Chengqian, but they also knew the most about Li Chengqian's rebels.

The fact that the two men were able to lead an army and launch an expedition to Baekje also shows that they both had military talent.

In the past, he had made considerable contributions in suppressing rebellions and foreign looting.

"I am willing to make amends for my crime and suppress the rebellion of the rebel Li Chengqian."

Mao Ye Zhizi and Azumi Hirafu immediately knelt down and begged for orders.

"Your Majesty, Mao Ye Zhizi and Azumi Hirafu have a certain understanding of the Tang army. They can serve with the army and make contributions, but they cannot be the commanders of the army. I suggest that the commander this time be Ju Shi Deduo."

Abenamaro said.

Kyoto Tokutaka was a leader in Abenamimaro's camp and the next left minister.

"Japan is in crisis, I am willing to go there!"

With the recommendation of the Left Minister, Ju Shide came out of the ranks.

He knew very little about Li Chengqian's rebels and didn't want to take on this hot potato.

However, this is also a fighter opportunity.

"Pass on the emperor's decree. Except for the imperial palace guards, all troops will be assembled tomorrow and will be mobilized by Koushi Tokudo. Azumi Hirafu and Maono Chiko will serve as deputy generals and will set out with the army to assist Koushi Tokudo in suppressing Li Chengqian's rebels."

Emperor Kotoku was not a indecisive person, and his temperament as an emperor was revealed at this time.

"The last general takes command!"

Jushi Deduo and the other two bowed, then turned around and left, ready to go to war.

Too hasty.

Once the order is issued, all the soldiers who are taking office will gather together as soon as possible.

"I will issue another imperial decree to recruit soldiers from all over the country. All men are to wait for orders and be ready to join the army to suppress the rebellion at any time."

Emperor Kotoku still felt that something was not right, so he prepared a backup plan. If Jushitoku could not successfully suppress the rebellion, he would not be in an absolutely passive situation.

He just hoped that Jushide could delay Li Chengqian a little longer so that he could make more preparations.

"Then publicize the numerous evil deeds committed by the rebels against the Japanese people and call on all the people to resist."

Next, Emperor Kotoku issued several decrees and discussed the aftermath with his ministers.

After successfully suppressing the rebellion, should we launch a counterattack and seize Baekje's territory?

What if it fails?

Emperor Kotoku was very thoughtful, taking into account both victory and defeat and making preparations for a rainy day.

He lived up to his title as one of the greatest emperors in Japan's history.

On the other hand, the vanguard troops led by Kurokami Changzhi also encountered resistance from the Japanese self-organized troops.

Although there were no huge casualties on the Tang army, the speed of advancement was greatly delayed.

The towns in Japan are scattered and are not concentrated in one place due to the terrain and security issues.

Just like nails driven into a mountain range in disorder, one can imagine how slow the process would be if one wanted to pull them all out one by one.

"Progress is too slow at this rate! Pass my order down, concentrate your forces on attacking the important towns in each state and county, and bypass the other towns in the county for now." Heichi Changzhi said solemnly. He understood the saying that speed is of the essence in war more deeply than anyone else present.

At this time, the army's advance was hindered. If time went on, the strength of the Japanese pirates gathering from all directions would increase day by day.

In this way, the army's advance will only become slower and slower, and it is even very likely to encounter stubborn resistance and stagnate.

As a general of an army, the ability to accurately judge the situation and weigh the pros and cons is the most basic quality and requirement.

If one fails to advance decisively when necessary and fails to retreat without hesitation when necessary, then the final outcome will probably be death on the battlefield.

The messenger who received the order immediately turned around and trotted away to convey the instruction.

Not long after, the soldiers who were looting quickly withdrew from the battlefield.

Orders and prohibitions.

Looking at the Tang army gradually disappearing in the distance, the Japanese pirates couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

These devil-like people finally left, avoiding a bloody massacre.

However, this is just their naive thinking.

A hundred miles away, the army led by Li Chengqian and Futu Daochen deployed their troops like a huge net covering the sky and the earth.

The soldiers formed teams of more than ten people, keeping a distance between them so that they could see each other, and advanced forward in an orderly manner.

They cooperated closely and echoed each other, stretching for dozens of miles. Such a tight deployment made it impossible for the hiding Japanese pirates to hide.

As soon as there is any sign of trouble, the teams on the left and right sides can respond quickly and gather into a team of hundreds of people in an instant.

Even wiping out a village with a population of thousands would be an easy task.

"Bring them in!"

In the headquarters, Futu Daochen suddenly waved his broad and powerful hand.

Several sturdy soldiers responded and escorted three delicate-looking and pitiful island beauties to Li Chengqian like wolves and tigers.

These three women are in their prime youth, all of them are in their twenties and have grown into graceful young ladies.

Perhaps it is because they grew up on this unique island country and were nurtured by its customs and culture that they naturally exude a bit of charm.

Each of them has a petite and delicate figure, just like the flowers just blooming on the branches, shy and charming; or like weak willows swaying in the wind, making me feel pity for them.

Especially those big watery eyes, like the twinkling stars in the night sky, bright and charming, which makes people's heart beat faster.

At this moment, Li Chengqian's eyes were attracted to it, and he couldn't help but think of me.

Her beauty is even better than those island beauties who play heroines in movies.

Even Aoi, Hata, and Noyori have to admit defeat.

"Military life is boring, and Japan doesn't produce any other beautiful things. Only this woman is so beautiful that she can be compared with a Silla maid."

Futu Daochen chuckled. He also had some understanding of Li Chengqian's preferences.

"It would be a shame to kill them all. Why not kill all the men? The Japanese women are quite pretty. It would be better to capture them all and send them to brothels, or sell them to others as slaves. This would also bring in a lot of income."

Futu Daochen is good at doing immoral things.

Li Chengqian really lacks a great man like him, who harms others for his own benefit.

Let Japanese women engage in the work of enlightenment of mankind?

Li Chengqian remained silent, as if he hadn't heard anything.

Seeing this, Futu Daochen understood.

How can His Highness be involved in such a matter? This is all my personal behavior.

"You are tired from marching, so I will not disturb your highness to rest."

Daochen bowed and stepped back, and with a wave of his hand, the soldiers also retreated from the camp.

Only three island beauties were left, tied up.

Is this SM?
A long-lost noun burst into Li Chengqian's mind.

……

"If there is no ..."

"It's selling well..."

A series of difficult to understand words were heard from the headquarters.

Among the Japanese, only those who have received higher education can understand Chinese.

Most of the Japanese pirates could not read Chinese characters.

Futu Daochen looked at the slightly shaking frame and smiled.

Whatever achievements you make, whatever career you establish.

As long as you serve this person well, it will be better than anything else.

Futu Daochen used his actions to explain why treacherous ministers are more favored by their superiors than loyal ministers.

Loyal officials often confront their superiors under the pretext of serving the country and the people.

What about treacherous officials? They seek benefits for those in power despite being criticized.

"Pass the order down, saying that this is the general's order. Kill men but not women, kill the old but not the young. Let each soldier choose a woman to keep in the army as a comfort. All other women will be taken away, and no one is allowed to touch them."

Futu Daochen gave the order and said that he would take the blame.

The more evil things he did, the more he seemed to be valued by Li Chengqian.

He used to be a rebel and a subordinate of Heichi Changzhi, but now he has become a close minister of Li Chengqian.

Good and evil are relative. As a superior, Li Chengqian should not only not do these immoral things, but even if he knew about them, he should pretend not to know.

Character is so important.

Otherwise, the writer's pen will write him off to pieces.

Half an hour later, Li Chengqian had finished and felt extremely relaxed both physically and mentally.

The feeling of Japanese women is completely different, and there is a greater sense of conquest in my heart.

As for guilt, there is none at all, just excitement.

In this era of loss of moral ethics, such things are common.

The winner has the power to dominate everything.

Human trafficking, slavery and prostitution are the norm.

Many officials and their families who committed serious crimes were treated in the same way. Men were exiled to the frontier, and women were sent to brothels.

Li Chengqian may also take a gentle approach towards other countries.

In this land, he really allowed his soldiers to do whatever they wanted.

At the same time, they can completely release the anger in their hearts. In fact, the morale of the Tang army's local troops has begun to become unstable.

It’s still the same problem, being far away from home.

"Your Highness, General Black Tooth has military intelligence!"

Futu Daochen, who was waiting outside the carriage, spoke at the right time.

Military situation!

Li Chengqian was startled and quickly stood up and walked outside.

"The whereabouts of our army have been exposed, the Japanese pirates have already organized a defense, and General Black Tooth is leading his army to advance lightly."

"Your Highness, in this case, should we also speed up? If General Black Tooth is trapped behind enemy lines, it could be extremely dangerous."

Futu Daochen also had a deep understanding of military affairs and saw the hidden dangers.

(End of this chapter)