The revival of the Han Dynasty must start with Dong Zhuo

Chapter 546 Volume Jingzhou! Jingzhou!
After leaving Chang'an, Zhuge Jin thought for a while and did not go directly to Jiangdong. Instead, he walked west until he reached Jincheng and then went south to Yong State.

He wanted to see what the difference was between the vassal states appointed by the emperor and Jiangdong.

Even now, Zhuge Jin still holds on to the last glimmer of hope.

Since it is impossible, Sun Quan does not have to destroy the Jiangdong family, but he can do something to satisfy the emperor so that he will stop the war.

If it could be the same as Yong State, then it would be possible to preserve the Jiangdong regime and prevent war from happening.

Enter Yong State.

No different from the Han area.

But it is precisely this kind of difference that is the most amazing thing.

Zhuge Jin was well-versed in history books and had also inquired on the way here. He knew that the Hehuang Valley had always been occupied by Qiang tribes and that all traces of the Han Dynasty had almost disappeared there.

But now, it is no different from the Han area. Isn’t this the greatest contribution of the Yong State?
Moreover, the roads in Yong State were extremely luxurious, paved with the same bricks and stones as those in Guanzhong.

"Your Majesty is so partial to Liu Wansheng?"

Zhuge Jin initially thought that this was the result of the emperor's investment to help Liu Wansheng build the Yong Kingdom.

But after asking around, I found out that Yong State was rich because it had gold mines to support it.

Liu Wansheng and members of the Dong clan, the actual controllers of the Yong State, hired gold diggers to mine for gold and then took a commission.

All this gold would be transported to the Jinjiansi in Chang'an to be exchanged for gold yuan coupons, and then Yongguo would use these gold yuan coupons to purchase services in Chang'an, such as infrastructure services, food, fodder, bricks and stones, to build Yongguo...

In this way, Yong's gold was continuously transported to the Han Dynasty, ensuring that the Han Dynasty always maintained its position as a financial center. The reclamation of Yong was also a huge demand, which could stimulate the development of the Han Dynasty's handicraft industry, form a positive feedback, speed up the accumulation of money, and accelerate the upgrading of technology...

Zhuge Jin couldn't explain these specific things.

However, Zhuge Jin could feel that under this model, the Han Dynasty was making profits, and the Yong Kingdom was also making profits.

The only ones who were hurt were probably the Qiang people who originally lived in Yong State...

"That's actually the case."

After Zhuge Jin took a tour of Yong State and confirmed the national conditions, he concluded that this was definitely not a model that Jiangdong could accept.

Whether it is gold or anything else, it is the private property of the Jiangdong family.

Moreover, although there is a gap between Jiangdong, Central Plains and Chang'an, it is not as big as the gap between Yongguo and Central Plains.

For example, in terms of land reclamation and infrastructure construction, they can be self-sufficient and do not need any "help" from the Central Plains.

The gap between the two is too small, resulting in insufficient profit margin.

At the same time, because of the existence of the noble families, Jiangdong could not give its mineral resources to the Central Plains...

Even the emperor would not use the same methods he used to treat foreigners to deal with the Han people living in Jiangdong.

"Is there really no other way?"

After seeing the model of Yong State, Zhuge Jin has become convinced that there will be a war between the imperial court and the Central Plains!
Because there are essential differences between the two sides.

This kind of contradiction cannot be resolved by minor quarrels.

It can only be solved by using the medical method that is popular in Chang'an recently, which is to cut open the patient's stomach, dig out the heart and remove the liver.

Zhuge Jin lost his last bit of hope.

After returning to Jiangdong, Zhuge Jin told Sun Quan and Gu Yong the truth about his conversation with the emperor and what he had seen and heard in the Han Dynasty.

"There will definitely be a war between Jiangdong and the Han Dynasty! It must be avoided at all costs!"

There must be a war...

Although Sun Quan and Gu Yong had been prepared for a long time, they still couldn't help feeling a little desperate when they heard Zhuge Jin actually say these four words.

The big man's current size is so huge that people feel scared at a glance.

Fortunately, we have the natural barrier of the Yangtze River to rely on.

However, the natural barrier of the Yangtze River still has some imperfections.

"We must seize Jingzhou!"

If we want to fight, we must capture Jingzhou and completely block the waterway!
If there were no Jingzhou upstream, the effectiveness of the natural barrier of the Yangtze River would probably be halved!
"But Jingzhou is now guarded by Wen Pin, and with the assistance of Gan Ning's navy, it is definitely not that easy to capture."

There were so many famous generals in the Han Dynasty.

Gao Shun, Xu Huang, Zhang Xiu, Pang De...

But the fact that the emperor let Wen Pin guard Jingzhou is enough to explain everything.

Moreover, the previous wars have also shown that Wen Pin is a complete bastard!
He is strong, let him be strong, the breeze blows on the hills.

He can be crossed by others, and the bright moon shines on the river.

When facing the attacks of Sun Ce and Zhou Yu, Wen Pin was willing to abandon Wuling and Lingling counties to protect Jiangling. This alone can prove that Wen Pin is really willing to do anything to defend Jingzhou!
Therefore, it is almost impossible for Sun Quan to directly seize Jingzhou now...

"The only way to gain a chance is to let Wen Pin divide his forces."

At this moment, Gu Yong abandoned the last bit of fantasy about peace and devoted himself wholeheartedly to the battle.

Zhuge Jin was terrified after hearing this: "Wu Hou! Yuan Tan! Are you going to start first?"

"Isn't it obvious?"

Gu Yong knew that Zhuge Jin was a gentleman, but the way of war was treacherous!

"Since there must be a war, do we have to wait until the imperial court has made all the preparations and then sit on Jiangdong's head with the force of a mountain pressing down on its head?"

"Hasn't Ziyu figured out the emperor's style of fighting?"

"When he was at a disadvantage, the emperor might have done something he had no choice but to do, like when Han Sui led his troops to attack Guanzhong, or the Battle of Anyi." "But when he was at an advantage, he always made careful plans and then won with one strike."

"If we let the emperor finish his preparations, Jiangdong will be truly finished!"

The longer you fight against the emperor, the lower your chances of winning!
The most obvious one is Gongsun Du from Liaodong.

Even though they had taken advantage of the geographical advantages of Liaodong to achieve the best defense, the emperor asked the alchemist to refine something that directly broke through the wall of Xiangping City...

So, don’t fight a protracted war with the emperor!
If you want to fight, you must strike first and catch the emperor off guard!

When Zhuge Jin heard what Gu Yong said, although he wanted to refute, he found that there was no room for refutation at all.

Completely hopeless, Zhuge Jin walked out of the hall, unwilling to face the upcoming battle.

When Sun Quan and Gu Yong saw Zhuge Jin leave, they sighed a few times and then immediately started discussing the war.

"The only plan you have now is to have Wen Pin divide his forces, then gather a large number of troops in Chaisang, and strike hard, only then can you take over Jiangdong!"

Sun Quan agreed with this and said, "But Wen Pin is always cautious. How can we make him split his troops?"

"Of course, we should attack Wei to save Zhao!"

Gu Yong looked towards the south.

"When Jiangdong was strong, Shi Xie had always paid tribute to Jiangdong."

"Now that he sees the imperial court gaining momentum, he has switched sides... He is so fickle, how despicable!"

"I have heard that the Emperor of the Han Dynasty once ordered Shi Xie to conquer the rebellious Linyi Kingdom in the south of Jiaozhou."

"After such a long period of preparation, Shi Xie must have already taken action, which would leave Jiaozhou empty."

"If the Marquis of Wu can send a large army to occupy Jiaozhou, it will definitely attract the attention of the Jingzhou defenders."

"In this way, as soon as Wen Pin makes a move, we can order the Chaisang army to attack Jingzhou and seize Jingzhou before the imperial court can react!"

"At the same time, we can also send decoy troops to Hefei and Guangling to provide cover for the Chaisang army."

"In this battle, the key is speed!"

"We must take Jingzhou completely before the court summons troops from Yizhou and Yuzhou to rescue Jingzhou!"

Take the initiative to declare war on the imperial court!
Then they surrounded Wei to save Zhao, ostensibly taking Jiaozhou, but actually seizing Jingzhou!

Sun Quan clasped his hands on his knees, his mind beginning to race with confusion.

This may really be the only way for Jiangdong to protect itself in front of the imperial court!

Otherwise, by the time the emperor is ready, Jiangdong will be doomed no matter what!
"Okay, then send Zhu Huan to attack Jiaozhou!"

Zhu Huan was born into the Zhu family of Jiangdong. He controls the vast majority of Jiangdong's current military forces and is the most powerful.

Letting Zhu Huan go to Jiaozhou could attract the court's attention to the greatest extent and make the court really believe that Jiangdong's goal was to seize Jiaozhou.

When Gu Yong heard that Sun Quan wanted to send Zhu Huan to Jiaozhou, he also expressed his agreement.

But what Gu Yong was worried about was——

"Who does the Lord of Wu think can take Jingzhou?"

While Zhu Huan was the most famous, his combat level was also recognized as the best in Jiangdong.

If Zhu Huan was not there, who could take Jingzhou?

"You can use my classmate Zhu Ran as your general, and with the help of Xu Sheng and Pan Zhang, you can capture Jingzhou!"

Zhu Ran, Xu Sheng, Pan Zhang...

Gu Yong frowned as he listened.

"Are these three a little too young?"

“Ambition is not limited by age.”

Sun Quan insisted that these three people were better than some idiots from aristocratic families in any case.

Now is a matter of life and death for Jiangdong. Sun Quan must personally decide on the main general to attack Jingzhou no matter what.

Seeing that Sun Quan insisted, Gu Yong called the three men over and personally examined them.

Zhu Ran is cautious and careful. Although he is young, he has a very deep understanding of military affairs, which makes Gu Yong marvel at it.

Xu Sheng is loyal, diligent, brave, and capable, and can be described as a good general!

Even Pan Zhang was a rough and tough man, and he issued orders with great solemnity!
"Marquis Wu actually unearthed such a general!"

Gu Yong was both delighted and relieved, thinking that he had not misjudged the person.

Sun Quan is indeed the only candidate who can possibly preserve Jiangdong!
"I will ask Xiumu (Zhu Huan's courtesy name) to send 20,000 soldiers to help Lord Wu accomplish this great task!"

Ever since they stabbed Sun Ce in the back, the Jiangdong noble families have always kept Jiangdong's military power firmly in their own hands, preventing Sun Quan from getting too involved.

But now, under the terrifying threat of the emperor, Gu Yong finally decided to give up his military power and cooperate sincerely with Sun Quan to preserve Jiangdong through this battle!
"it is good!"

Sun Quan was also delighted when he heard this.

The combined forces of Zhu Ran, Xu Sheng, Pan Zhang and others numbered as many as 10,000.

There is also the 20,000 yuan transferred by Gu Yong.

There are also 10,000 combat soldiers obtained from the previous campaign against the Shanyue.

A total of 40,000 troops attacked Jingzhou, which already surpassed Wen Pin in local military strength!

Seizing Jingzhou may not be just nonsense!
(End of this chapter)