Chapter 1613 Balanced Strategy

"I thought these people were very resistant to beatings, and I was thinking about how long I should fight them. If I lose like this, then I will be really useless on the battlefield."

Li Chengyi said with some worry, everyone present wanted to end the war as soon as possible, but this guy wanted to fight for a while longer. He seemed to be born for war, and his troops did not seem to know how to get tired. As long as I heard that if there was an opportunity to go to the battlefield, this guy would definitely be the first to show up.

"Go back and train your army well. This time you can only take half of the people there. The remaining half of the people will choose a capable lieutenant and then hand it over to Mr. Xiao. Nothing will happen here again. The rear It must be stable, this is the most important thing for us now.”

After experiencing what happened last time, Li Xiang also understood what was most important. If there was a coup in the rear, our troops in the front would immediately panic. This is something that absolutely cannot happen.

"Then why not keep his army?"

Li Chengyi said with some sadness that he only had more than 20,000 troops, and they were very easy to use. If he left half of them, he would only have 10,000 people left. Facing the Arab army of 500,000 people, What can these ten thousand people do?

"Half his army was left, too."

Changsunze himself was complacent next to him. When he heard Li Chengyi pulling him in, Changsunze was immediately dissatisfied, but before he could speak, Li Xiang's order came down. The two men's respective armies were to Ten thousand people remained.

"Your Highness, there is no need for that. Even if we need to leave troops to guard the rear, our existing troops are enough. Moreover, most of our troops are field troops, and they can only develop strong combat effectiveness in the wild. It’s such a waste to stay here and monitor these useless tribal leaders.”

Changsun Ze said with some distress, everyone could see that there was a huge opportunity in front of him. If he could seize it, his military exploits would definitely be insignificant, but now he has left half of his army at home, regardless of the battlefield. There are so many good opportunities in the world, but I am afraid that some of them cannot be grasped. The most taboo thing on the battlefield is the snake swallowing the elephant.

It is good to succeed, and this can also become a rare example throughout the ages, but the problem is that the chance of success is too small. If you are not careful, you may be trampled to death by an elephant. After all, the tonnage of the elephant is too large. , so I’m afraid no one is willing to try this unless it is absolutely necessary. Moreover, they have also fought in the Arab Empire. The extra 10,000 people are extremely important.

"This matter is settled like this. I know what you two think, but I don't care how your brains work. There is no second choice in this matter. You must obey my arrangements. You must Otherwise, you two pack your bags now and prepare to go back to Chang'an."

Hearing what Li Xiang said so harshly, the two people present shut up. In fact, it was not that they were reluctant to part with these ten thousand people, but they understood the truth very well. His Highness was dividing their troops, and of course the rear was also It's really important. When they lose these ten thousand men, many tasks will not be carried out during the war.

To put it bluntly, we are still pursuing a balanced strategy. A large number of troops will definitely be dispatched this time. You two cannot continue to lead troops on the expedition. You can just guard His Highness honestly. As for the war with the Arab Empire, There are so many young generals in the army, so we can't all settle the accounts on you, right? If they were all handed over to you, what would they do in the west? Is it just for fun?

After the two of them figured this out, they stopped making unnecessary efforts. They also realized that if they continued to do this, they might not be able to play with some things. In fact, in their minds, It is very clear that in the current situation, His Highness’s control is too strong and his balancing strategy is too strong. To put it bluntly, Datang has too many talents. If Datang does not have so many talents, see if you can use it. Two of us.

Xiao Shougui did not express any opinions. Xiao Shougui was now an official of the imperial court and had been separated from the military on many matters. If he continued to express his opinions, it would be equivalent to stretching his hand too far. Your Highness is not here. Fortunately, His Highness is standing in front of you, and you still want to reach out to the military. If you are transferred to the military, it will be the most painful.

The Lanling Xiao family is also a large family, and they do not value the generals in the army. Although these generals are very important now, it is also because the Tang Dynasty is in the process of expansion. One day, the expansion of the Tang Dynasty stops. When we come down, some things may be different. At that time, civil servants will still rule the world.

This is how Xiao Yu educated his children and grandchildren. You must remember this at all times. If you all join the ranks of military generals now and want to return to civil service in the future, it may not be that easy. There are clear barriers in the court. , these old gang members are very clear about this.

One hundred and ninety miles north of the Arabian capital.

Sambic and Raf have left the royal capital for a long time, and many people have been drawn from the villages along the way. Sambic now manages more than 290 people, and Raf has already served as Sambic's deputy general.

When he first went to the village to recruit people, Sambik was still reluctant to let go, but now he has a fierce look on his face. For him, he has seen too many such things, and he doesn't have much sympathy in his heart. Moreover, Raf is right. If you sympathize with these people, who will sympathize with your family? If something happens to them, what will you do then?

The strategy of the Arab Empire is very iron-blooded. You must complete the tasks assigned to you. If you fail to complete them, it means that you are not dedicated, and you may be dismissed from your position, and your family will be affected. Therefore, when you receive these tasks, you must listen honestly, otherwise there is no possibility of overcoming the difficulties.

Now the task of recruiting people has finally been completed, and the army has been assembled. Everyone is more nervous. Next, they will face the Tang army.

Thinking of various speculations about the Tang army, many soldiers couldn't sleep at night... (End of this chapter)