After traveling through time, I became Han Zhang’s grandson?

On September 15, the sixth year of Jiayou in the Song Dynasty, Zhong Gu, the front-line leader of the Song army in Huanqing Road, used the excuse that a soldier was lost near Yanzhou during a routine border army rotation exercise and hoped to lead a team into Yanzhou City to search.

This poor excuse, which could be easily seen through by anyone with a discerning eye, could not be hidden from the guards of Yanzhou City.

During the unfriendly exchange between the two sides, Zhong Gu unexpectedly sarcastically said that Li Yuanhao, the Jingzong of Western Xia, was just an incompetent salt merchant who was only fit to raise cattle and horses, make salt and sell goods for the Song Dynasty.

This incident stimulated the fragile self-esteem of Western Xia. The commander stationed in Yanzhou City suppressed his anger and directly drove out Zhong Gu and others who came to negotiate from Yanzhou City.

However, Zhong Gu seemed determined to believe that his soldiers were detained by the Western Xia army in Yanzhou.

Not only did he write to Jingzhao Prefecture many times, but he also cried to Han Ming who came to escort military supplies and food.

For a time, the situation on the Song-Xia border looked like a storm was brewing.

On the 18th, Zhong Gu again submitted relevant documents to the Western Xia Yanzhou side, again mentioning the search inside Yanzhou City, and repeatedly ridiculed and insulted the other party in the document.

This completely ignited the Xixia people's powder keg.

Originally, because the Western Xia army defeated the Song and Liao dynasties in the war of founding the country, it had always been arrogant and did not take the armies of other countries seriously.

Coupled with the repeated provocations from their former defeated generals, the Western Xia army could no longer hold back and took the lead in firing the first shot against the Song Dynasty.

When the news reached Han Mingchu in Huanzhou and Mo Zang Epangchu in Xingqing Prefecture, they both made a decision at the same time to raise their troops to attack Song/Xia.

This kind of God-given opportunity does not come often. Even for Mo Zang Epang, who clearly wanted to attack the Song Dynasty, a legitimate excuse would make his entry into Guanzhong appear more reasonable, legal and in accordance with the rules.

For Han Ming, if he could make Xixia take the first provocative action, he would have a reason to explain to the court and the government.

In Xingqing Prefecture, Mo Zang Epang handed the document in his hand to Zhang Yuan.

"Sir, please read this. A message has arrived from Yanzhou stating that the Song army has indeed begun attempting to provoke our Great Xia border defenses."

Zhang Yuan finished reading the content and chuckled: "It's just a trapped beast that still fights."

"In my opinion, that little Song dog surnamed Han noticed our border defenses and took the initiative to provoke trouble."

There is nothing wrong with Zhang Yuan's idea. The key to the problem lies in whether Han Ming has nearly 100,000 trained troops at his disposal.

Han Ming had already secretly stationed his trained army at a border fort without telling Xixia and the imperial court, waiting for his order to launch a full-scale attack on Xixia.

"Sir, I think we must act without delay. Don't let that little Song dog get up to any trouble. You must immediately take my seal of defense and head to the border to command this battle against the Song."

Zhang Yuan took the seal handed to him by Mo Zang Epang, and the enthusiasm in his eyes could no longer be suppressed.

"I will definitely help the Prime Minister to capture the Song border city and take Guanzhong!"

Hearing Zhang Yuan's firm tone, Mo Zang Epang couldn't stop smiling.

A pair of gloomy eyes looked towards the center of the royal city not far away, where was the bedroom of Li Liangzuo, who had just turned fourteen.

"My dear nephew, don't blame your uncle for being ruthless. If you want to blame someone, blame yourself for not being able to see the way forward... for not being able to see your uncle's painstaking efforts..."

. . . . . .

On the Shaanxi Road around Zhou City, Han Ming took the intelligence presented by Zhong Gu on the front line and read it carefully.

After a long time, Han Ming put down the information with a relieved smile on his face.

"Xixia has taken the bait. Brother Zhong Gu has already 'rescued' the lost soldier."

"It can be confirmed that the Western Xia forces have detained our soldiers without authorization, intending to obtain intelligence on the Song Dynasty's border defenses."

"They also attacked our negotiation team without any reason, resulting in multiple injuries to our soldiers."

"Now they are raising troops without authorization and invading the territory of our Great Song Dynasty."

"I suggest that the news be sent immediately to Jingzhao Prefecture, and Deputy Envoy Xue will report it to the emperor and the court."

Han Ming's speech confirmed the unified opinion in the army after the war - that it was Xixia who took the first step!

"General, we must immediately send troops to 'support' General Zhong Gu, otherwise the Western Xia army will break through the border and march straight in!"

Di Zi's mind worked quickly, and he immediately clasped his fists and said.

"Well, I think what General Di said is also the words of a mature and wise man. So let's do it."

"Di Zi, listen to my orders!"

When Di Zi heard Han Ming calling him, he immediately straightened his chest, raised his head and saluted.

"I order you to lead 10,000 soldiers and horses, galloping through the night to Yanzhou, and form a Yanzhou frontline military countermeasures team with Zhong Gu."

"All issues must be discussed between the two of you. Remember, Yanzhou is both meat and bait. As for who gets the meat and who gets the bait, that depends on your methods."

Han Ming drew out a command arrow and handed it to Di Zi, a general known for his bravery.

Di Zi took the command arrow and saluted: "I will remember your words!"

Han Ming nodded slightly and patted Di Zi's shoulder.

"Where is Di Liang?"

Hearing Han Ming's shout, Di Liang, who was fully armed, slowly stood up and walked closer with a determined expression.

"The general is here!"

Looking at the majestic and powerful Di Liang, Han Ming smiled knowingly: "Immediately mobilize the remaining soldiers in the city, march out of Chungang Gorge, and set up camp at Tuotuokou."

"Yes, I have received your order!"

Di Liang took the order and immediately retreated back into the crowd, waiting for Han Ming to finish the meeting, and then he would go back to mobilize the troops.

"Wang Shao!"

Hearing Han Ming calling him, Wang Shao stood up in half-military uniform.

"My subordinate is here!"

"It's time for you, the head coach of the security forces, to take up your post."

Seeing Han Ming's half-smile, Wang Shao shook his head helplessly and said, "Jinglüe, why don't you find a secretary to handle military affairs for you? I'm running back and forth between the Baoan Army and Huanzhou, and those lieutenant generals under me are dissatisfied."

Seeing Wang Shao confronting Han Ming in person, the generals standing below tried to hold back their laughter.

Han Ming wanted to tease the other party but the words he wanted to say were stuck in his mouth, and his face looked a little unpleasant.

"You think I'm helpless without you, Wang Zichun? Take the command and get out of here."

Hearing Han Ming's somewhat embarrassed and angry words, Wang Shao grinned bitterly.

When you invited me to join the company, you called me "Sir" all the time. Now that we are familiar with each other and the old is replaced by the new, you call me "bastard". Don't you love me anymore?

Being stared at resentfully by Wang Shao, a man in his thirties, Han Ming shuddered and a thin layer of cold sweat seeped out of his back.

"This is your first time leading an army, so I will hand over the entire force to you. I have no control over how you conduct yourself, but please be careful."

Han Ming did not give Wang Shao any extra advice. After all, he had a solid foundation and had nearly a year of experience in military affairs.

Now is the time for Wang Shao to show his talent and strength.

Let those Xixia people see how powerful another top general of the Song Dynasty is after Di Qing.

Hearing Han Ming's seriousness and concern, Wang Shao took a deep breath and saluted solemnly.

"I will definitely not let the governor down!"

After scanning the three main forces on his side and some unknown ordinary generals, Han Ming nodded heavily and made a final summary statement.

"Everyone, this attack on Xia is another large-scale war after the Qingli Peace Agreement. We have only one goal, and that is to strike at the elite main force of the Western Xia."

"As the saying goes, it is better to break one finger than to injure ten. This time, we are going to give the enemy a hard blow in Yanzhou, the lifeline of Western Xia."

"And the mission of you, the soldiers and generals of Huanzhou, lies in this."

"As for the rest, the Zong family army from the Suide Army will handle it. You just need to remember one thing..."

Han Ming's voice sank, causing everyone to stare at him intently.

"That is, after this battle, the relationship between Song and Xia will undergo a huge change."

"Whether it's good or bad depends on everyone, including me."

"Han is here, respectfully present to you all."

Everyone below smiled at each other, raised their glasses and said, "Cheers, sir!"

No one knew that this seemingly ordinary "Yanzhou Incident" would completely become a turning point that would rewrite the strategic situation between Song and Xia.