Three whips break the father-son relationship, please call me prince

Chapter 102 Tubo Invades, All-Round Sanctions
time flies.

In the blink of an eye, it is early summer.

There was no mistake in the farming, the weather was good, and I think this year will be a year of bumper harvest.

The people have food and the treasury has money.

only.

The fact that the two departments were reprimanded by the two palaces in turn is still being talked about and used as a topic of conversation.

No one has ever seen such a scene.

So interesting.

How could I forget it in such a short time?

……

Songzhou.

It is located in the northwest of Jiannan Road, close to the Tubo border.

After nightfall, everything is silent except for the occasional chirping of insects.

Bang bang bang!
There was a sudden and urgent knock on the door of a house somewhere.

Zheng Shian turned over, grabbed the sword, and looked alert. He opened the door and saw the other men rushing over.

"head."

Zheng Shian frowned and said, "It's so late, who could it be?"

"You go open the door, and the others be on guard."

"Yes!"

This place is exactly the station set up by the East Factory in Songzhou.

Songzhou Station.

The person in charge is Zheng Shian.

"Boss, we are one of our own."

Soon, his men came back with their men.

Zheng Shian looked at the visitor in confusion and asked, "What's going on? Why are you here so late?"

"Stationmaster, this is an emergency."

"The intelligence we just received is that the Tibetan army of 200,000 set out ten days ago and headed straight for Songzhou."

"what?"

Zheng Shian was shocked. "Ten days ago?"

"Why did the information come in now?"

"This special code is coming soon."

"What do they eat?"

"Assholes, if Songzhou fails, how can they live with their consciences, if they don't ask for punishment from the higher-ups?"

He paced back and forth impatiently, "According to calculations, the Tibetan army will probably arrive in two days."

"It's too late in terms of time."

"But no matter what, we must inform the higher-ups."

"Listen, tomorrow morning, as soon as the city gates open, send a report to Chang'an on horseback."

"Also, ask the messenger outside the city to come in and question him early in the morning."

The city gates are closed, no one can go out or come in.

If they didn't have their people among the Songzhou garrison, the news would never have reached Zheng Shian.

"Yes!"

"Also, we can't just sit there and do nothing. We have to find a way to inform General Niu."

"Boss, let's wait until tomorrow morning to figure things out."

As soon as the Songzhou city gate opened, people came in.

Zheng Shian didn't sleep all night, waiting for someone to come in.

The intelligence was indeed correct, the Tibetan army was approaching.

"Why are you delivering the information so late?"

"We had no other options. Tubo sent out scouts and seized all the caravans along the way. We sacrificed several of our brothers to get me here."

This man was originally a knight-errant, but was persuaded by his brothers to join the East Factory and serve the country.

During this intelligence escort, all his brothers died in the battle, and he was the only one who made it to Songzhou alive.

"Brothers!"

Zheng Shian patted him on the shoulder to comfort him, "You take a rest first, and I will take care of the rest."

"Yes!"

Watching the fight go on, Zheng Anshi paced back and forth, still not making up his mind.

He didn't know whether the defenders of Songzhou had received the news. If they didn't, with the 200,000-strong Tibetan army approaching and no one prepared, the consequences would be unpredictable.

But the missions they carry out are absolutely confidential and cannot be leaked in any way.

"Are you going to just sit there and do nothing?"

"No, absolutely not."

Zheng Anshi returned to the room and took out a token from a secret compartment.

When he was the station chief of Songzhou Station of Dongchang, Zhang Sizheng, the commander of Dongchang, once handed the things to him seriously, telling him that he was not allowed to use them unless it was absolutely necessary.

"No matter what, let's go check out the situation first, and then we can talk about it if it doesn't work."

After putting the token in his pocket and giving some instructions, he went to the Governor's Mansion.

"I pay my respects to the governor."

Songzhou Governor Han Wei asked, "I heard you have important military intelligence?"

"Yes, I run a shop and do business with Tubo."

Zheng Anshi's external identity was a merchant who traded with Tubo.

The imperial court was on guard against Tubo, but did not initiate a comprehensive blockade.

"Early this morning, my men returned from Tibet after a narrow escape from death. They said that Tibet's 200,000-strong army was approaching Songzhou."

"I know the situation is serious and dare not conceal it. I will report it to the Grand Commander immediately."

Han Wei's expression changed slightly. The court had already informed him that the climate was getting warmer and that they should guard against invasions from Tubo during spring and summer.

Spring passed and there was no movement in Tubo.

Summer has just arrived and Tubo can’t help it?

It would take about the same amount of time to assemble an army of 200,000.

He did not dare to be careless and immediately invited General Niu Jinda of the Left Guard and General Li Daliang of the Right Guard to help him find out the truth.

"really?"

"I guarantee my life, it's absolutely true."

"Governor Han, please send someone to check immediately whether there have been any Tibetan caravans coming over in the past ten days, and whether any Tang caravans have returned."

"If there is only sending out and no reply, then the news is probably true, and we must be on guard."

"it is good!"

As expected, clues were found as soon as the investigation began.

The three were greatly shocked, but they did not panic, and immediately began to mobilize the troops. They were already prepared, so they did not need to command and deploy too quickly.

At the same time, he sent someone on horseback to Chang'an.

Zheng Anshi let out a long sigh, pressed the place where the token was hidden, and smiled.

……

Chang'an, East Palace.

A eunuch arrived.

Li Chengqian's expression became serious, and he waved his hand to dismiss the people around him. Chang Sun Chong also learned his lesson.

Don’t ask what you shouldn’t ask, and don’t look at what you shouldn’t look at.

He stood guard outside and strictly prohibited anyone from approaching.

"what happened?"

"Your Highness, Songzhou Station has an urgent report that a Tibetan army of 200,000 is approaching Songzhou. The situation is somewhat critical..."

The eunuch reported quickly.

"What's going on? The news came back two days before Tubo arrived in Songzhou?"

Li Chengqian's expression darkened. "According to the time calculation, Tubo is probably already attacking Songzhou now."

"Your Highness, there is a reason..."

The eunuch explained the reason for the delay in intelligence.

"Songtsen Gampo is very patient."

Li Chengqian sneered repeatedly. It was no wonder that there was something wrong with the Tibetan intelligence.

They were intercepted and detained along the way, and the news was only sent back at the cost of huge casualties for the Eastern Depot.

The Tang Dynasty was not unaware that Tubo was about to invade its borders.

I just don't know the exact time, but strict orders have been issued to all places, and there must be no slackness.

"Songzhou Stationmaster, Zheng Anshi is worried that Songzhou may not know the news and be caught off guard, which may lead to serious consequences. He wants to inform Songzhou in advance so that they can prepare as soon as possible."

"He carries the prince's token with him, and will use it as a last resort when he is not trusted."

Li Chengqian nodded.

The only token he gave was Songzhou Station.

The purpose is to use it when the military situation is critical.

Once it is mobilized, the Dongchang organization will be exposed.

Therefore, he repeatedly told Zhang Sizheng that it must be used only when the situation could not be handled properly.

This time, Songzhou Station used it, which is understandable and worth exposing.

If it is not used, it is also good.

"Whether it's useful or not, the news from Songzhou will probably reach us today."

Li Chengqian was not worried that Songzhou Governor Han Wei, Niu Jinda, and Li Daliang would remain indifferent after seeing his token.

If they dared to ignore the prince's token, it would cause problems in the war in Songzhou.

The war is inevitable, and Li Chengqian will be held accountable later.

Can they withstand the reckoning from the Crown Prince of the Eastern Palace?

……

Li Chengqian is waiting.

Waiting for news about Songzhou from Taiji Palace.

It was not until nightfall that news came.

Prince Hejian, Duke Wei, Duke Zheng and others entered the palace overnight.

As soon as they moved, Li Chengqian understood that there was news coming from Songzhou.

Otherwise, it wouldn't be so late and there wouldn't be such a big fuss.

"Songtsen Gampo?"

"The Tibetan Dynasty?"

"If I don't let you fall apart and kneel before me, I won't be named Li!"

The next morning.

Li Er sent someone to the East Palace to invite Li Chengqian to the Taiji Palace to discuss matters.

When Li Chengqian arrived, everyone who had arrived last night was there, and a group of people were having breakfast.

Ok?
No.

A Tubo made you stay up all night and discuss it all night.

Is it worth making such a fuss?
"The prince is here."

"Have you eaten yet?"

"Just right together."

Li Er was still very energetic, not like someone who had stayed up late, and asked Li Chengqian to sit down.

Immediately, the eunuchs brought up food for sharing.

"Talking while eating."

Li Er said: "Last night, Songzhou sent an urgent report that the Tubo army of 200,000 is approaching, and they should have already fought."

"Prince, please read the urgent report first."

Li Chengqian couldn't say he knew it. He glanced through it, nodded, and said nothing.

"Does the prince have anything to say?"

"Your Majesty and the other gentlemen have been staying up all night to discuss this matter. I think they have a plan to deal with it, so I won't make a fool of myself."

"Forehead……."

Li Er hesitated to speak and looked at Wei Zheng, "Please persuade the prince and express your opinion."

Wei Zheng pretended not to see it and put something in his mouth.

No one else is speaking, and the prince is also unwilling to speak. Can we force him?
There was no way out. Li Er’s idea failed and he had to end it early.

But he asked his ministers to leave.

Who knew that they would receive the news that Changsun Wuji and others would go to the Eastern Palace instead, and it was still the order from the Crown Prince. At the same time, Shen Guogong and others were also called to the Eastern Palace.

The military officers including the Prince of Hejian did not receive any orders and went back home.

But this also made Li Er so angry that he almost flipped the table.

I gave you a chance but you insisted on holding a meeting in the East Palace, right?

I've calmed down and I won't bother with you anymore. How long are you going to be angry, you little bastard?
……

"How dare the Tibetan barbarians, Songtsen Gampo's son, raise an army to invade us."

"There is a way to die."

Li Chengqian asked: "Everyone, what do you think?"

This time, there is no Yu Zhining and no Kong Yingda.

They also worked hard, looking up ancient books and concentrating on the "Tang Li".

Those present included Gao Shilian, Xiao Yu and others.

"Your Highness, His Majesty is determined to devour the Tibetan army of 200,000. Even if he cannot devour them, he will cripple them."

Chang Sun Wuji said.

"This is difficult, isn't it? If they can't win and retreat back to Tibet, we won't be able to pursue them."

"That's right. We have been discussing this all night."

After all this time, Li Er has such a big ambition.

It is a bit too unrealistic to wipe out 200,000 Tibetan soldiers in one fell swoop.

"No matter what your majesty thinks, this time, we cannot just fight back militarily."

"The Tang Dynasty must launch all-round sanctions. We must dismember Tubo and tear them apart."

Li Chengqian said solemnly: "First, all foreign trade taxes will be doubled, especially for key materials such as tea, salt, and cloth, which will be increased fivefold."

"Secondly, all trade routes will be completely blocked, and only designated trade routes will be allowed. Anyone who dares to smuggle or sell goods will be punished by death."

"Finally, inform the rulers of all countries that any trade with Tubo is strictly prohibited. Any kingdom that dares to trade with Tubo will be regarded as an offense to the majesty of the Tang Dynasty and treason. The Tang Dynasty will send troops to suppress it!"

"Tell them that the Tang Dynasty's increase in trade taxes is the result of the bitter consequences caused by Tubo."

(End of this chapter)