Since Cao Wei built Luoyang, Taiji Hall has been the main hall, the place where the emperor held court meetings and even various large-scale ceremonies.
The palaces are bright and the palaces are gorgeous. The east and west are entangled, and the north and south are majestic.
As the saying goes, how can you know how powerful the emperor is without seeing the grandeur of the emperor's residence? The place where the emperor lives is majestic, majestic, and gorgeous. People who arrive here for the first time will inevitably be shocked by the magnificent and magnificent scene in front of them, and then feel ashamed.
Except Shao Xun.
He has seen too many splendid and magnificent buildings.
Palaces in ancient times are nothing more than mediocre in the eyes of modern people.
He even felt that the palace was too low and had poor lighting, which made people feel uncomfortable.
There are too many pillars used in the palace, which greatly cuts up the space. It is very troublesome to consider the position of the pillars when placing furnishings.
In fact, the main hall where the emperor went to court was far not as big as you think. A modern auditorium could completely blow it up. Not to mention a large indoor gymnasium. This was a dimensionality reduction attack in ancient times.
"Why, are you dumbfounded?" Shao Xun asked, looking at Chen Yougen, Huang Biao, Li Chong and Yang Bao.
"If such a thick pillar is used to make a fire for cooking, it will definitely last for a long time, right? The Chinese army won't have to send people out to collect firewood." Chen Yougen opened his mouth wide and said in surprise.
Shao Xun chuckled.
Chen Yougen, this guy, seems to be saying that this face is so beautiful, he will cry for a long time after being punched, right? I always feel that something is wrong with his brain circuit.
"Uncle Governor, the emperor's residence is indeed of extraordinary splendor. The palace servants and maids are even more like heavenly beings." Huang Biao also sighed.
Li Chong and Yang Bao were even more fascinated, as if they were imagining that they were the officials of the court and could come to Tai Chi Hall from time to time.
Shao Xun calmly observed the expressions of everyone, including the sergeant who was brought over.
Although the ten archers have a certain outlaw temperament, this is still a bit unnatural.
The thirty soldiers were all carefully selected young men. Although this meeting was very tense, they all looked at their "Master Shao" and waited for orders.
Among the three groups of children, the youngest is nine years old and the oldest is nineteen.
These thirty people were all selected by Shao Xun and were over seventeen years old and came from different teams.
I have personally led them for a year and a half, taught them civil and military skills, and spent a lot of energy. Now it is time to test the results.
It's not just about their fighting skills.
In fact, after a year and a half of hard training, the technical level of these teenagers is still passable.
I dare not say much, but I can handle spears, swords and shields fairly well, and although I can’t say that I am proficient in archery, I am already within the category of “knowledge”.
Shao Xun paid more attention to their obedience, that is, the degree of obedience to his own orders under long-term training mixed with private goods.
You may not always be able to see this kind of obedience, although Shao Xun has always been more confident.
It's best to get tested on special occasions so that people can finally feel reassured. This is a good opportunity.
"Assign tasks now." Shao Xun raised his voice and said.
Everyone looked stern and listened attentively.
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The sky was a little gloomy, shrouded in thick leaden gray clouds.
The north wind was blowing hard and whimpering, as if it was singing an elegy for someone.
Sima Yi, dressed in military uniform, was riding a splendid war horse, his brows were furrowed, and he seemed to be in a state of unbreakable gloom.
He regrets it now.
A few months ago, someone suggested that he go on an expedition in the name of the emperor, and found out that more than 100,000 men from Luoyang who were thirteen years old or above were sent to fight the traitors to the death.
At that moment he hesitated.
Array field battle, one-shot deal, no room left, winning is winning, losing is losing, there will be no third result. Isn't it too risky?
There was a heated debate in the shogunate at that time.
Some people believe that the Luoyang Central Army is brave and good at fighting. Even if there are few soldiers, they can select a few capable battalions to serve as the front line and break the front line to defeat the enemy.
Some people believe that the Jizhou soldiers are not a weak force. Once there is a deep ditch and a high base, Zhang Fang will come again and attack from both sides. They will be defeated and there will be no chance to return to Luoyang.
In the end, the second opinion prevailed. He decided to focus on defense, and at the same time contacted the four officials, hoping to persuade them in the name of the emperor to join forces to kill Sima Yong and Sima Ying to rebel against the party. To put it bluntly, that was
Wait for change.
After several months of fighting, he really regretted it.
The combat effectiveness of the Luoyang Chinese Army is indeed very strong, and the probability of defeating the enemy in a field battle is very high. Especially before the war broke out, Zhang Fang and Lu Ji were confident and aggressive, and they were most likely willing to fight in the field...
Alas, it's too late to say anything now.
Zhang Fang built a deep ditch and a high fort in the west. He could not get out of the strong wall and kept fighting.
Although Qianxiu suffered successive setbacks in the east, it did not collapse and still firmly controlled all the arteries from Luoyang to the outside world.
As for Mang Mountain (Mang Mountain) in the north, there are also enemy camps for partial divisions.
South of the Luoshui River, all the Xianbei cavalry came out, plundered everywhere, and even captured scholars, craftsmen, and doctors, and sent them to unknown destinations.
Luoyang City was surrounded like an iron barrel!
If this is nothing, then lack of food can really kill you.
It will last until March at most, and the last bit of food stored in Taicang will be exhausted. This is still under the condition that he has reduced the ration. If he eats and drinks normally, he will have to go without food next month.
Difficult! Difficult! Difficult!
"Grand Governor?" Du Xi reminded.
"Oh! Enter the city." Sima Yi responded, pointed his riding whip and said.
General Shangguan immediately commanded the guard of honor and escorted the troops forward.
Shangguan Si was a native of Tianshui. He was originally a staff member of the Hussar General's Mansion and is now a general of the Forbidden Army. He went to war several times, but did not achieve much results and even suffered a small defeat. Sima Yi took pity on his diligence and transferred him to his side.
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Behind him, there were also Sima Diao Xie, the general of the Hussars, Ji Han, the governor of the record office, Xun Sui (suì) who joined the army, Wang Cheng who joined the army and other assistants.
Ahead is the palace city. The gate directly opposite is Duanmen. After passing this gate is the front hall of Taiji Hall.
According to the regulations, all civil and military officials, as well as foreign envoys, had to dismount from their horses or carriages and walk. However, Sima Yi still rode his horse, and his entourage shouted in front of him and supported him in front of him. He was domineering.
However, there are people who are more domineering than him. At that time, King Zhao Sima Lun once led five thousand soldiers through this gate, climbed to the Taiji Hall, and usurped the emperor's throne.
Sima Yi is not that outrageous, and he still does a good job on the surface, although he also has ambitions to become an emperor.
"Grand Governor." Gou Xi, who was patrolling with his soldiers, walked over quickly and bowed in salute.
Sima Yi nodded slightly.
Gou Xi came from a humble background, but was quite talented. During this attack and defense of Luoyang, he performed well and made many meritorious deeds, which was highly appreciated by Sima Yi.
After the palace guards were dismissed, the seven armies of Su Wei took turns guarding the palace and watching over the emperor for Sima Yi.
Gou Xi's troops have fought hard for a long time and are quite exhausted. This month it is time to retire and rest in the palace.
Sima Yi was very relieved.
When I saw Gou Xi at this time, I couldn't help but say a few words of encouragement: "General Gou's outstanding achievements have made the thieves frightened. After the first month, your troops will attack from the north of the city to attack the Mangshan bandit camp, trying to break through all the way and relieve the side. Threat. Well, when I employ people, I always reward them for their merits. General Gou's family is in a poor state, so he would rather not give his wife a title and follow his parents' title?"
When Gou Xi heard this, he was overjoyed. He immediately prostrated himself on the ground and said loudly: "I swear to fight to the death for the great governor."
He analyzed from Sima Yi's words that the governor might want to fight to the death with the enemy.
The south of the city is blocked by the Luoshui River, so it is enough to send a small number of troops to defend it. Moreover, the outer positions in the south of the city have never been lost in the past few months, so there should be no trouble.
The enemy troops in the north of the city are partial and there are not many in number. If they can all be killed, the threat to the flanks will be eliminated.
At that time, as long as one general is sent to stay in Luoyang to stop Zhang Fang, the governor will lead his elite troops eastward to quickly defeat the Jizhou soldiers, and victory is still possible.
It's just - it's a pity, I can't look back. Why didn't you make up your mind earlier, Grand Governor?
When Sima Yi heard Gou Xi's words of loyalty, he laughed loudly and said, "You will have a chance."
Gou Xi stood up with a look of gratitude on her face.
Du Xi looked him over.
Gou Xi claims to be from the Gou family in Hanoi, but there is no such person in the family of Hanoi County. He should have a strong urge to improve his family, in order to make the Gou family among the noble families in Zhongzheng's three-year review.
No wonder he works so hard.
However, he is too old and is approaching his sixties. Will he still have a chance to make great achievements? It is unlikely.
If you think about it carefully, it's quite pitiful.
He rose to prominence when he was less than twenty years old and was extremely talented. However, it was not until he was over fifty that he got a real opportunity to lead an army, fight on the battlefield, and achieve great achievements.
The Gou clan in Hanoi was destined to miss out on the gentry.
Sima Yi didn't hesitate, got off his horse and walked forward.
The guards and most of the honor guards stayed outside, and only a few staff and more than ten followers followed them into Duanmen.
Gou Xi silently looked at Sima Yi's back, her heart churning.
In view of the current situation, the generals of the left guard Chen Qi, the generals in the palace, Cheng Fu and others were worried about being punished if they failed, so they joined forces with Sima Yue, the king of the East China Sea, and conspired to arrest the governor Sima Yi in order to quell the war in Luoyang.
This is just someone who took the initiative to stand up.
There were also many people who did not stand up but acquiesced in their dealing with Sima Yi.
The Grand Governor is doomed this time, he was betrayed by everyone.
Poor, deplorable!
Gou Xi raised her head and looked at the sky for a while, then squinted her eyes and looked at Sima Yi's guard and honor guard who were resting not far away.
I wanted to kill them, but I was worried about disturbing the situation, so I gave up.
Yes, Gou Xi was not sure that he could control all the soldiers under his command. He was also worried that someone would inform Sima Yi and his success would be ruined.
It is better to do less than to do more. He just needs to pay attention to each palace gate.
Thinking of this, he adjusted his uniform and concentrated on patrolling.
Nowadays, there are no court meetings, officials are not in office, and palace doors are usually closed. He wants to make sure that all palace doors are closed and no one can escape.
Will today's Tai Chi Hall become the blood-spattered place of the Grand Governor?
Chapter completed!