Section 21 Victory
Many historians in later generations exaggerated the significance of this battle. They believed that it was in this decision that in the battle where the hegemony belonged to the key areas of the Western Continent, His Majesty the Emperor carefully planned and highlighted the surprise soldiers, completely shattered Luo Beiren's dream. From then on, he rose in the western part of the Tanghe Empire, and gradually grew strength, laying the foundation for dominating the continent.
But I don’t think so. A war is nothing more than a war. The rise of a regime has been accumulated over the years of development and accumulation, and it is never achieved overnight. They realized the importance of this battle, but did not see that Qingyang and even Jinzhou had already begun to embark on the road of rejuvenation under my rule. The economy grew rapidly, the people of all ethnic groups were united and harmonious, the people lived and worked in peace, and the social security was good. Compared with the surrounding areas where the turbulent and uneasy class contradictions were prominent, this place has become a paradise for ordinary people to produce and live, just like a huge magnet, firmly attracting a large number of people to settle down, and there are many outstanding talents.
As my strength grows, I will undoubtedly gain benefits that suit my strength. This is something that no one or any force cannot stop it. Luo Beiren just happened to be a burial object for me.
After the battle, I ordered Kamapov to immediately lead the infantry to escort more than 40,000 prisoners to the road overnight. After all, this place is still in the heart of Luo Beiren. At the same time, a large number of scouts were sent to grasp the changes in the surrounding situation at any time. The troops also gathered and sorted them out to maintain the combat state and cover the infantry to evacuate first. In fact, Luo Beiren had completely defeated his fighting spirit and could not organize a counterattack, but be careful of sailing the ten thousand-year-old ship, I highly appreciate Liang Chongxin and Cui Wenxiu's caution.
On October 2, 693, Mainland China, I led a large army to escort more than 40,000 Luobei prisoners and a large number of supplies and horses, and returned to Qingyang. The people of the whole city were in a carnival. Whether it was local inhabitants or immigrants who had just moved, they had already regarded Qingyang as their home. When they learned that Luobei's army invaded the east again, although they were still full of confidence in me, the clouds of war always lingered in people's hearts. However, the soldiers who returned in triumphant victory not only won a great victory but also brought back a large number of invading prisoners. This was undoubtedly a great surprise for the people of the whole city who were ravaged by Luobei (because a considerable number of immigrants also came from areas oppressed by Luobei, such as the Indians and Deans). Many people even helped the elderly and brought young people to watch this event.
Xiao Tang also followed the public opinion. To celebrate the re-defeating of Luo Beiren, the government announced that it would take three days off and arrange a variety of cultural and entertainment activities to celebrate this great victory. My prestige reached its peak. Many people have regarded me as the incarnation of God. Many storytellers and bards have designated me as the protagonist and began to perform rap art in various teahouses and hotels based on me, which has been enthusiastically sought after by local people. Businessmen have also begun to import a large amount of alcohol from other places to cope with the upcoming consumption climax and avoid the embarrassment of the previous year.
While the whole city was immersed in the carnival, although I was very happy, I still kept my mind clear. On October 4, the third day after returning to Qingyang, in accordance with my request, the military and political officials of Qingyang and Jinzhou were gathered in the Qingyang City Guarding Office Conference Room to hold a joint military and political meeting between Qingyang and Jinzhou governments. Due to the great victory of our army, all the unstable factors have naturally disappeared. Ling Tianfang also came to Qingyang with other government officials in Jinzhou to attend this important meeting.
The meeting was chaired by me, and Luman first reported the results of the battle and the losses of our side. In this battle, our cavalry killed a total of 3,675 people, of which 2,877 were heavy cavalry, and the infantry lost 4,012, of which 3,214 were heavy infantry, with a total of 7,687 losses, and about 8,000 injured, of which about 3,000 were seriously injured. The 200,000 enemy troops were annihilated by our army about 100,000 people, including 47,833 prisoners, 868 war horses, several siege equipment, and several food and supplies.
Immediately afterwards, Xiao Tang and Ling Tianfang also made a brief summary and report on the economic development, social order and other work of Qingyang and Jinzhou prefectures.
The total population of Qingyang Prefecture has approached the 900,000 mark. According to the current migration rate, it is estimated that it will exceed one million mark by the end of the year. The development momentum of agriculture, handicrafts, commerce, finance, and entertainment services are all in good development momentum, agriculture has achieved a bumper harvest, and the influx of immigrants has greatly alleviated the situation of insufficient labor. Moreover, the continuous immigration has brought the supply and demand of labor to a basic balance. Due to the tax reduction and exemption policy, fiscal revenue is still ineffective, but it is estimated that some industries will improve fundamentally after returning to normal tax payment next year.
Jinzhou's economy has developed rapidly, especially the logging industry, wood processing industry, furniture manufacturing industry, pharmaceutical industry, arts and crafts production have all increased significantly. Many merchants and workshop owners have expanded their scale or opened new shops and workshops, and the entire industry and commerce has shown a prosperous scene. Wanfeng Money Village and Huichanghao, the largest money shop in Jiangnan, have applied for the establishment of a semicolon in Jinzhou, and the application has been submitted to the Economic Development Agency. Fiscal revenue has continued to grow rapidly and steadily, and tax revenue has exceeded twice the same period last year, which is impressive. The population has also increased to a certain extent. Although it cannot catch up with Qingyang, it has increased by tens of thousands in a few months, many of which are the Great Hengduan Mountains.
The Gaoyue people from other countries and regions crossed mountains and ridges to Jinzhou. The policies here are enough to make the Gaoyue people in any place willing to be swallowed by beasts. Agriculture has also achieved a bumper harvest, especially in the central, southern and western regions where the Gaoyue people are more distributed, and the grain has been basically self-sufficient. This has always been the dream of Gaoyue people, and it has finally been realized today. With the completion of the road from Jinzhou to Qingyang, an economic development belt has been formed on both sides of the road. A large amount of wood and medicinal materials are continuously transported out in the southern and western regions of Jinzhou, while the grain, livestock and leather products from Qingyang are transported in large quantities, connecting Qingyang with Jinzhou's economy more closely.
The combat readiness was also done very well. Luman and Shangen also reported on the recruitment and training of reserve soldiers and the training of military horse farms respectively. Due to excellent publicity and the large increase in immigration, Qingyang's personnel participated in the reserve service exceeded 50,000, which was enough to form two new divisions. The reserve personnel had good physical fitness and high training enthusiasm, and were eager to join the regular army to serve. The number of reserve personnel in Jinzhou Prefecture has also increased significantly. Now there are nearly 30,000 reserve personnel, of which about 25,000 are from Gaoyue tribe. According to my instructions, Luman also lent some training and management personnel to Shangen to help the reserve personnel in Jinzhou strengthen their training and achieved remarkable results.
Molun also reported on the current international and domestic situation. Just when I led the army to defeat Luo Beiren, the situation in the two neighboring governments was deteriorating. On September 18, the Guide Riot Alliance ambushed the guards of the two corpses again from the Fucheng. The guards of the two corps were wiped out. At present, most areas in Guide have been controlled by the riot troops, and even less than two corps soldiers are left in the Fucheng. According to intelligence, Guide's riot troops will launch an attack on Guide's Fucheng in the near future; while the riot troops in Bonan are even more rampant, except for the Fucheng, other areas have been completely controlled by the riot troops. Moreover, according to intelligence, some riot troops have infiltrated the Longdong Prefecture of Guanxi County. The situation in Longdong has begun to show signs of instability, and the remote areas have begun to lose control, and the local area has declared martial law.
As the Sithro Empire and the Kaman army stationed in the Duchy of Delok both put huge military pressure on the Taixuan Mansion in the north, although Fielding, the guardian of Taixuan Mansion, received multiple letters of help from Guide and Bonan, he still did not dare to rashly pull troops southward.
Hearing this, I couldn't help asking: "What's the reaction of the Central Committee of the Empire?"
Moren immediately replied: "The central government of the empire is also very anxious, but we are currently resisting the attack of Luo Beiren. The army of Taixuan Mansion was restrained by the Sithro and Kaman people. The situation in other neighboring areas was unstable. The local garrison was unable to take care of themselves, so there was no energy to take care of other things. After the lord left, on September 25, we also received a letter from the Imperial Army Department, asking us to withdraw some of the troops and staff after repelling Luo Beiren's attack."
I snorted coldly from my nose, "Last time I marched into Jinzhou to help the people get rid of the fire and water, many people in the court attacked me for violating the ancestral system of the court. It seems that good people cannot be regarded as good people, and we have only finished the war, so it's better to have a good rest."
After all the main officials reported, I picked up the hot teacup and took a sip. "Everyone, this battle advises everyone to work together to successfully defeat the invasion of Luobei people and achieve such brilliant results. Although the soldiers on the front line have experienced hardships and sweat, the scholars and government officials in the rear have also worked day and night. I am deeply grateful to me on behalf of myself."
After a pause, everyone knew that this was a sign that I would start to arrange the next stage of work. "But you also need to see that the situation before us is still serious. The situation in Guide and Bonan prefectures deteriorated and deteriorated. Once the situation is out of control, it is likely to affect Qingyang and Jinzhou, and the court will never sit idly by. More than 40,000 Luobei prisoners of war also need to be dealt with urgently. I don't want Luobei people to be too weakened, maintaining the balance of power on the Tengger prairie will also help our development. A powerful nomadic people, whether they are Luobei people, Chidi people or Mot, are not in our long-term interests. Although our economy has made great progress, it is still far from the prefectures and counties in the Jiangnan region, and we need to continue to work hard."
"So, I hope that everyone here must be cautious and keep an impetuous person and keep a clear mind. In view of the current changes in the situation, I announce some personnel appointments and work arrangements. Moron, you immediately arrange people to contact Luo Beiren, and believe that after this battle, it is enough to dispel Luo Beiren's ambitions for the northwest region of the empire, and let them send a sufficient person to discuss with us about the ransom of prisoners of war and other matters. Pay attention to mastering the standards in negotiations, and do not harm our vested interests, nor do you overly weaken the other party. You can make appropriate or even greater concessions when necessary."
Moron understood my words and nodded repeatedly.
"Xiao Tang, Su Minshun, economic development cannot be relaxed, and it must be stepped up. Immigration should pay attention to reasonable resettlement, try to resettle in remote areas, and do a good job in service. Infrastructure construction should be strengthened, especially the construction of farmland water conservancy facilities and agricultural scientific research work, and agriculture should be strengthened. Agriculture is the foundation of the country."
Xiao and Su also nodded solemnly.
"Ling Tianfang, when you return to Jinzhou, you must accelerate the construction of roads to the south and west. In addition, you still need to adopt policies to attract immigrants to attract immigrants to develop the Midwest region of Jinzhou. James' financial work is doing very well and worth learning from, but you must pay attention to it to be moderate and not to fish out. Also, I suggest that a medical school can be established in Jinzhou to train medical nursing staff. Professional doctors and nursing staff can not only serve ordinary people, but also save many soldiers who were injured on the battlefield." This is also the lesson I have summarized after this war.
Ling, Zhan and Kinzhou Director of Culture, Education and Health Hua Zhongjing also nodded in agreement with my opinion.
Chapter completed!