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

Han, who was scolding Fang Qiong, noticed his grandfather's actions. He turned around and looked at the generals whose faces were flushed and inexplicably excited, and nodded.

"Since you're here, sit down instead of just standing there."

Mr. Han did not reminisce with the generals, but turned around and talked to the old man about the plan of advance.

"Dong Zhen's pro-Song stance and the benefits he gained were greater than those of his father, Zuo Silu. Therefore, there was no need for Wang Shao to be too critical of him."

Hearing his grandfather's thoughts, Han Ming's eyes kept scanning the military map.

"Li Shizhi, what do you think?"

Under the arrangement of Emperor Shenzong, Han Ming sneaked into the northwest front in order to integrate the military forces in the northwest and take down Xixia in one fell swoop.

Therefore, Emperor Shenzong equipped him with a lot of military advisers, including Li Shizhong and Dou Shunqing.

Li Shizhong (1013-1078), courtesy name Chengzhi, was a native of Chuqiu (present-day Cao County, Shandong Province). He was a poet and minister during the Song Dynasty of China.

He passed the imperial examination and became a Jinshi in the second year of Emperor Renzong's Qingli reign (1042), and was appointed as the magistrate of Bingzhou, and the magistrate of Luochuan and Fuzheng counties. He was later in charge of the strategic affairs of Fuyan Road.

In the third year of Jiayou's reign (1058), he was appointed as the inspector of Guangxi's criminal justice system and acting governor.

In the seventh year of Jiayou's reign (1062), he was appointed as the governor of Jizhou. He was also the governor of Yanzhou and Fengxiang Prefecture.

At the beginning of Emperor Shenzong's Xining period, he was promoted to Tianzhang Pavilion Attendant and Hedong Transport Commissioner.

In the second year of Xining (1069), Western Xia invaded, and Qin Fenglu was changed to the governor of Qinzhou. Later, due to disagreements with Wang Shao, he was demoted to the governor of Shuzhou.

In the fourth year of Xining (1071), he was transferred to Hongzhou and successively served as the magistrate of Dengzhou and Qizhou.

In the seventh year of Xining (1074), he was appointed governor of Yingzhou. Because he wrote a letter expressing his dissatisfaction with the ruling officials, he was demoted to deputy commander of the militia in Hezhou. Later, he was transferred to Shanzhou. He was reinstated as Langzhong of the Right Secretariat and assigned to Nanjing.

He died in the first year of Yuanfeng (1078) at the age of 1. He wrote the current Zhuxi Collection, a volume of his works. The Complete Song Ci records one of his poems according to the Guotinglu.

Li Shizhong was the military adviser recommended by Chen Han to the court. The main reason was that the two were fellow villagers, both from Shandong. Because of their relationship and the permission of Emperor Shenzong, Han brought Li Shizhong with him.

Dou Shunqing, also known by his courtesy name Xiyuan, was a native of Anyang, Xiangzhou (now Anyang City, Henan Province) and a general of the Song Dynasty.

Relying on his family background, he started his career as a third-class official, supervising the liquor tax in Pingxiang County, and was later transferred to the prefecture and state to supervise the military.

He resisted the invasion of Western Xia, pacified pirates in Shandong, served as an envoy to Khitan, put down the rebellion of Peng Shixi, was transferred to be the Observer of Yongzhou, and served as the deputy chief of Bining Road and Huanqing Road.

During the Xining period of Emperor Shenzong of Song Dynasty, he gave up his military career and turned to literature. He was appointed as the Vice Minister of the Ministry of Justice and the Supervisor of Chongfu Palace in Songshan. He was later promoted to the rank of Jinzi Guanglu Doctor. He died in office at the age of 88 and was posthumously named Kangmin.

There is no need to explain this person. In history, he was the person arranged by the court and Wang Jiefu to replace Li Shizhong after Wang Shao and Li Shizhong had a disagreement. Most importantly, he and Han were fellow villagers.

These two men, one civil and one military, constituted Han Ming's staff and subordinates in this campaign to destroy Xia. They were not affiliated with any party in Shaanxi Road and only followed Han's orders.

"I think what the Grand Minister said is reasonable. The Huizhou Army under Deputy Envoy Wang is an important military force. There is no need to waste it guarding Qingtang Tubo."

After hearing what Li Shizhong said, Han Ming's mind began to become active.

"What does Minister Dou mean?"

We still need to listen to everyone's opinions. The main reason is that Han is really worried about Qingtang Tubo.

Although the future relationship between the Song Dynasty and Qingtang was strained due to Wang Shao's policy of "opening the border in Xihe", it could not guarantee that these Tibetans would not be disloyal.

From the moment they accepted the marriage alliance with the Liao Kingdom, this feud became difficult to resolve.

"I also agree with the idea of ​​the Grand Chancellor and Li Shizhi. I will mobilize Wang Shao's troops to march north to destroy Xia."

"At the same time, it can also contain the Xishou Baotai Military Command in the Weijingshan area, as well as the Zhuola and Nanjun Commands in the Lanzhou area."

Seeing that his grandfather and his staff all agreed to recruit Wang Shao's army, Han pondered for a long time and immediately had an idea.

"Since Dong Zhan wants to serve as the vanguard, let them express their sincerity."

"Let Dong Zhan lead his tribe to resolve the issues in Zhuolao City and Liangzhou."

"Regarding Huizhou, have Lieutenant General Jing Sili lead the troops to continue garrisoning. Remember, the Qingtang side is not allowed to enter the territory of the Great Song Dynasty under any reason or excuse."

"At the same time, have Wang Shao begin preparing military supplies and await the next order from the Military Commissioner."

Han Ming ultimately did not send out all of Huizhou's troops, because he was afraid that the Liao princess would take the opportunity to cause trouble and do something in the rear while Dong Zhen was on the northern expedition.

Guo Kui, who had been silently listening to the order behind him, stood up and clasped his fists in response, "I understand. I will pass the order to Deputy Envoy Wang as soon as the meeting is over."

"I'll leave the remaining issues to Grandfather and General Guo. Next, I'll go to Xingqing Prefecture myself."

Han Ming seemed to be in a hurry and was about to leave after the pre-war meeting.

"Don't worry. Even if the war really starts, it will take at least half a month. Spring is coming soon, and we still need to make some logistical preparations."

"It's not easy for you to travel day and night, and you have Li Shizhi and Dou Shilang, two elderly people."

"If you don't rest, won't you let them rest?"

Old Man Han stopped Han Ming, who was in a hurry, and said a few words to him.

This made Han react. Looking at the two aides who were both in their fifties, they were indeed quite old in ancient times.

"Grandfather is right. I was a little too impatient. Only by maintaining a balance between tension and relaxation can we achieve long-term success."

"Then I will bother you for a few days."

Hearing that Han Ming was going to stay and rest, Li Shizhong and Dou Shunqing, who had been traveling for more than ten days, felt relieved.

They were really afraid of this young man named Han, so in order to launch the strategic deployment as soon as possible, they worked hard day and night.

The two men, both in their fifties, followed Han without any rest. The ancient horse-drawn carriage almost caused their lumbar discs to come out.

"You two have worked hard recently. Take a good rest. We will need to sneak into Xingqing Prefecture in a while, and it will be difficult then."

Mr. Han should prepare his two aides mentally in advance, so that they won’t be exposed in Xingqing Prefecture, which would cause trouble.

"Don't worry, Lord!" x2

Li Shizhong and Dou Shunqing bowed slightly, and then went to rest under Han Zhang's arrangement.

After the two men left, everyone started chatting and laughing, especially Zhong Yan and Yao Si, who wanted to hug Han and kiss him.

After all, with Han Ming here, there will be a lot of military merits to be gained in the future!

These old subordinates have been looking forward to this for a long time, and they would never think that getting promoted or getting rich is too much.

"Alright, alright! A bunch of grown men, stop dithering and make people laugh at you."

Looking at Zhong Yan and others who surrounded him, he couldn't help but laugh to himself, what a bunch of idiots.

"You can't say that. Now that you're here, we have more confidence in this battle!"

Zong Yan's reckless words made Old Man Han so angry that his hair and beard stood on end.

"What's the matter? Zizheng thinks I can't fight?"

Oh my god! I am done!

Zhong Yan immediately felt a chill down his spine, and then when he saw the half-smile on the face of his elder brother Zhong Gu, he felt as if the sky was falling.

Han was naturally happy to kick someone when they were down: "It seems you didn't listen to much of what Dazhi said. Very good, very good."

Zhong Gu actually taught Zhong Yan not to always show off by relying on his friendship with Han Ming, because one day he would end up in trouble because of his words.

As a result, after the first military meeting, he offended someone in front of Han Zhang and his grandson.

"My Lord, please forgive me, that is not what I meant."

Looking at the sweaty Zhong Yan, Han Ming really couldn't imagine that the future 'Old Mr. Zhong Jinglie' would have such a silly side.

"What a load of bullshit! Dazhi, take him away and discipline him properly. Don't let him be the vanguard this time."

Mr. Han was trying to excuse him in a roundabout way. Of course, he also knew that his grandfather didn't care about these things and they were just jokes.

But there are many new generals in the Western Army now, so this must be used as a warning to others.

In the end, Zhong Yan was dragged out of the conference hall by Zhong Gu by the scruff of the neck, amid the laughter of his old subordinates such as Yao Si.

Seeing the other party's expression of wanting to cry but not being able to, Yao Si felt very happy. This time, the role of the vanguard officer was his.

"Alright, I don't think I can tell what you guys are up to. The General Administration has the final say on how to allocate resources. Just do your job well."

Han Ming hit the end button of the meeting, and then took Han Zhang and Guo Kui to discuss some subsequent specific details.

Since we need to rest for a few days, we can't just sit there doing nothing. We should see if we can improve some strategic deployments to make it easier for the Song army to fight and reduce casualties.

Time flows quietly as the wind and snow fade away. The arrival of military supplies and logistics is about to usher in the final chapter of the Song-Xia War.