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Chapter 235 The White-Robed Army

They seemed to be arguing fiercely.

The old emperor Xiao Yan's absolute power is evident here.

With just one sentence, Xiao Yan set the tone for the Northern Expedition. Even though Xie Ju, Wang Jian, and others were unwilling, they did not dare to object.

He Jingrong naturally wouldn't refute this; the fact that people from humble backgrounds like them could hold high positions was all thanks to Xiao Yan's promotion.

He was merely offering advice based on the facts, suggesting that since His Majesty had issued an edict, everything should be done in accordance with His Majesty's edict.

Since the Battle of Zhongli.

The Great Liang only engaged in minor skirmishes with the Northern Wei on the border and hardly ever launched any large-scale wars, but right now the state apparatus is running at full capacity.

Inside the East Palace.

Crown Prince Xiao Tong had already established his own residence. By establishing his own residence, the Crown Prince was essentially cultivating a group of his trusted confidants in advance, following the framework of the imperial court.

Wang Gui also comes from the Langya Wang clan and is currently the Crown Prince's Junior Attendant and Chamberlain.

Yu Jianwu was a court attendant in the Crown Prince's residence.

Xiao Tong sat in the main seat and said, "Father has ordered that Yuan Hao be promoted to the title of King of Wei and that General Chen Qingzhi of Wuwei lead troops to escort him on his northern expedition."

Wang Gui actually shared the same idea as Wang Jian. They had already taken root and flourished in the south, and had no attachment to their northern homeland whatsoever.

More than two hundred years have passed since the migration of the elite to the south. They are native "southerners" and do not genuinely yearn to return to Langya in Shandong just because they are from the Langya Wang clan.

Why not just find a wealthy prefecture within the territory of Daliang and establish a new 'Langya Prefecture'?
What is the connection between the ancestral homeland from hundreds of years ago and myself now?
“I know what you all are thinking, but the Emperor has already issued the decree, and we can only obey…”

"Zishen, why don't you let your son join General Wuwei's army as a military advisor or clerk, and accompany him on the northern expedition?"

Yu Jianwu, courtesy name Zishen, along with Liu Xiaowei and others, was known as the "High-Pavilion Scholar" and had a great reputation in the literary circles of the Liang Dynasty. Therefore, he was recruited by Xiao Tong at an early age.

Yu Jianwu's son was named Yu Xin.

He was the great talent who wrote "Lament for the South of the Yangtze River". His literary talent was outstanding. At the age of fourteen, he was summoned to the Eastern Palace by Xiao Tong to accompany him in his studies.

Xiao Tong's meaning was actually quite clear.

Let Yu Xin follow Chen Qingzhi on the Northern Expedition, do some clerical work, and earn some merit so that he can be promoted in the future.

As the crown prince, Xiao Tong naturally had access to a wide range of information channels.

He was well aware of the current situation in the north.

It can be said that the entire north was in complete chaos, with various separatist forces fighting each other. Although Erzhu Rong controlled the court in Luoyang, what he did along the Yellow River was indeed too much, to the point that he lost the hearts of the people. At least a large number of Han Chinese and Xianbei families would not obey his orders.

and so……

Judging from the current situation, this is indeed a golden opportunity, and the Northern Expedition is highly likely to succeed.

Xiao Yan was also a great ruler, and he could naturally deduce from the information he had that now was the right time for a northern expedition, which is why he issued the edict.

not to mention.

Luoyang.

Those with virtue shall reside there.

The recapture of Luoyang was indeed a great attraction for Xiao Yan, and at his age, he naturally hoped that future generations would sing his praises.

"Wouldn't this be inappropriate?"

Yu Jianwu hesitated for a moment.

Chen Qingzhi was a staunch supporter of Xiao Yan, and the Crown Prince's act of placing his confidant in his army could easily lead to misunderstandings.

"No need to worry, I have already made all the arrangements. I have already spoken to General Wuwei."

"Then I, on behalf of my son, thank Your Highness."

This made everyone else incredibly envious, but they could only be envious.

Who could blame him when Yu Jianwu himself was a great talent, and his son was also a great talent?

They left the East Palace and returned to their residence.

Yu Jianwu ordered his servant to bring Yu Xin to him.

"Father, did you summon me here because you have something to tell me? I suppose it's related to the Northern Expedition?"

This child is indeed extremely intelligent.

Although Yu Jianwu was pleased, he reprimanded him with a stern face, "With your little bit of cleverness, you show off in front of others. How will you serve as an official in the court in the future?" "Be careful what you say in front of others, be careful what you say!"

Yu Xin muttered dejectedly, "I only spoke so frankly in front of my father."

"The Crown Prince has arranged for you to serve as a military advisor and clerk under General Wuwei. Prepare for the next few days and then go to the military camp to find General Wuwei."

Upon hearing this, Yu Xin looked up abruptly, his eyes lighting up with delight. "Is this northern expedition going to capture Luoyang?"

"Luoyang is the center of the world, and only the virtuous can reside there. I am so fortunate to go there in person and to see the Yellow River and see if it is as turbulent as the legends say."

No matter how intelligent he is, he is still just a boy of about ten years old who is not yet married.

They are at the most active and energetic age.

Yu Jianwu cautioned, “I have heard that General Wuwei is very strict in his military discipline. He is His Majesty’s trusted confidant. Once you are in the camp, you must obey his orders. If you commit a crime, a general who has fought on the battlefield for many years and is decisive in killing will certainly not show you any mercy in order to maintain military discipline.”

Yu Xin, however, did not take it to heart and said with a serious expression, "A gentleman has six arts, Father, do not underestimate me!"

"If I could go into battle, I might very well fight the enemy and achieve merit!"

Yu Jianwu was greatly alarmed and quickly grabbed him, saying, "Don't be reckless. The soldiers and civilians in the north are very brave, and they are not comparable to the soldiers of Liang. You are the chief clerk, and you don't need to go out and fight. If things go wrong, you should take your trusted men and flee south."

"His Highness is very fond of you. As long as you stay alive, even if the battle at the front goes badly, His Highness will only give you a few words of reprimand and will give you important responsibilities in the future."

"Hmph, Father, don't underestimate people!"

Yu Xin's rebellious phase has arrived. "I have also heard that General Wuwei is a weak scholar who cannot draw a bow and crossbow, yet he can lead troops to victory on the battlefield. I can also be a scholar-general like the general."

"Who says only those skilled in archery and horsemanship can go into battle? Scholars can also be generals!"

"Scholars should naturally enter the central government, hold high positions, read the books of sages, use the methods of sages, and educate the people. Why should they lower themselves to the level of warriors who only know how to fight and kill?"

Yu Jianwu's words reflected his deep-seated disgust and contempt for military generals.

Only vulgar people resort to physical violence and fighting.

People who read the books of sages are unlikely to be so rude.

But seeing Yu Xin's expression, and unsure whether he would listen to him, he simply stopped trying to persuade him.

Instead, he summoned his trusted servants and gave them instructions.

"If the battle goes badly, you must drag him back to me, even if it means holding on, understand?"

"Please rest assured, Master, we will protect our lord with our lives!"

Yu Jianwu was finally relieved.

He only has one son, and he can't afford to lose him.

If Xiao Tong hadn't repeatedly assured him that this Northern Expedition would be flawless, he would never have allowed Yu Xin to join the Northern Expeditionary Army.

Even so, I must repeatedly emphasize that preserving one's life is the top priority.

Anyway, for the Yu family...

Making meritorious contributions is merely a way to speed up promotion.

Even if they don't achieve merit, it won't affect their future high positions.

Emperor Xiao Yan personally ordered that the entire state apparatus of the Great Liang Dynasty operate at full capacity, and troops were quickly conscripted from the surrounding areas and sent to Zhicheng in Nanyan Prefecture.

Chen Qingzhi led his troops to gather their army here.

Eventually, a crowd of seven thousand people gathered.

He was wearing bright armor and a white cloak. Before setting out, he was conducting a final war mobilization to boost the morale of his soldiers.

Yu Xin stood behind him, looking at Chen Qingzhi not far away, feeling longing.

What does it mean to be in the central government?
We should learn from Chen Qingzhi, who can be a general when he goes out and a prime minister when he returns home. He can use his pen to bring peace to the world and his horse to conquer the world!
"This time, we obey His Majesty's decree, raise an army of righteous men, and reclaim our lost lands!"

"His Majesty has personally bestowed upon our army the name White Robe Army. I hope that you will all follow me in fighting bravely against the enemy and live up to the name of the White Robe Army!"

"Victory is certain in this battle!!"

First, the troops of the main force, dressed in white robes like Chen Qingzhi, shouted loudly, and then all the soldiers present joined in the shout.

"Victory is assured!!"

(End of this chapter)