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It had been half a month since Li Ye returned to Chang'an. It was the twentieth day of the twelfth lunar month, ten days before the New Year, and just five days ago, Old Lady Dugu was finally buried successfully, settling everyone's worries.

Dugu Xinyue was also exhausted, as if he had been seriously ill. He lay at home for three full days before slowly recovering.

This morning, in the living room, Dugu Xinyue and several sisters discussed New Year arrangements. Dugu Taiwei was also with them. She basically spent the day hanging out with her sisters at Qi Palace, and only went back to accompany her mother at night.

Her marriage was scheduled for the tenth day of the first lunar month. Although it was impossible to hold a grand wedding banquet and invite as many guests as if you were marrying a real wife, Dugu Ming and his wife still had to send their daughter out in style, and the Qi Palace was decorated with lanterns and decorations. Li Ye also To hold a banquet in the main building of Qin Zhengwu, entertain all the officials of Prince Qi, and hold a wedding, the most basic three-piece set is required, including hair tying, tying the knot and spreading the tent, as well as the Qinglu. It can be regarded as a relatively simple wedding.

"I'm too lazy to think about it!"

Dugu Xinyue leaned on the soft couch and smiled lazily: "I think it's still the same as last year. New Year's Eve rewards are given out in the morning, the whole family bathes together in the afternoon, takes a good bath to wash away the filth of the year, and has New Year's Eve dinner in the evening , offering sacrifices in the evening.”

Dugu Xinyue said to her younger sister again: "Is Taiwei coming with us?"

Dugu Taiwei nodded repeatedly, "My parents are going to spend New Year's Eve at my uncle's place. They are going to worship together that night, so I don't want to go."

Dugu Xinyue nodded and asked Yang Yuhuan, "Is Third Sister coming over on New Year's Eve?"

"I didn't ask her, she should come over! How can she spend New Year's Eve alone?"

"Come here, let's have some fun."

The three of them chatted, and Qingyu asked Dugu Taiwei for advice on painting techniques.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, Dugu Xinyue winked at Yang Yuhuan, and the two of them walked to the corridor outside.

Dugu Xinyue whispered: "Taiwei's mother and my stepmother are going to visit Taiwei's residence tomorrow morning, and they may have lunch with us."

Yang Yuhuan understood what Dugu Xinyue meant, and Princess Xincheng knew her. She asked, "What do you mean, husband?"

"The husband said that the time is not yet ripe, so it is best not to let them know."

Yang Yuhuan nodded, "Then I will take Qiu He to the third sister's place to take shelter tomorrow!"

Dugu Xinyue said apologetically: "I'm really sorry. I wronged you when my family came here."

"It's nothing, sister, don't take it to heart."

Dugu Xinyue thought for a while and said, "Tomorrow I will have people clean up the Wangxian Pavilion in Yingzhou. If they come again, the second sister can stay in Wangxian Pavilion."

Yang Yuhuan forced a smile and said: "Sister, don't worry, they are not familiar with me. If I put on a little makeup, I will definitely not recognize them, let alone just say hello."

"That's okay! I'll discuss it with my husband."

At this time, in the staff room, Li Yezheng, Li Mi and other senior officials stood in front of the sand table, discussing the issue of capturing Yunzhou. Yunzhou is Datong. Once Yunzhou is captured, it will directly border Youzhou, and Zhu Si can be exerted Strong pressure.

Li Miwei smiled and said: "Rhetoric is very important. Many times, the same thing, if you change the rhetoric, the feeling and nature will be completely different. Your Highness, don't say leasing, just borrow the road, just like we used to borrow the Hedong Passage to go to Hebei for disaster relief. Same."

Liu Yan gave a thumbs up and praised: "This is a good excuse. It gives the court face without leaving any trace. It also gives the court enough face. When the court is in turmoil, they will not argue with His Highness, especially They are civil servants, I believe they are also worried about Zhu Si's revenge."

Next to him, Chen Huan said: "Your Highness plans to send troops when and how many troops he plans to send. Logistics, food and supplies are about to be prepared."

Li Ye pondered for a while and said: "Initially, we are considering sending 30,000 troops. We will take action after the beginning of spring. The main purpose is to capture Feihuxing, so not only Yunzhou but also Yuzhou must be captured at the same time. How many troops do we have in Lingzhou now? food?"

"The food in Lingzhou is about 100,000 shi. The food is about the same, but the supplies are lacking. The key is that His Highness has to determine a logistics point and it will be easy to arrange."

Li Ye pointed to the Houtao area in the Hetao with a wooden pole, "That's right here, Yulin County. From here to Yunzhou, the cavalry will walk for about three days, along the Zihe River and through the mountains into Yunzhou. From what I learned at the court, , There are currently 5,000 troops stationed under Tian Shengong in Yunzhou, and there are 2,000 troops in Yuzhou. These are not big problems and can be easily solved! "

Duan Xiushi, the privy envoy next to him, pondered for a long time and said: "Your Highness said that the Khitan is also eyeing Youzhou, and the power of the Goguryeo people is also about to move. Is 30,000 people enough?"

Li Ye shook his head, "The thirty thousand troops are just a warning. I don't plan to attack Youzhou now. The time is not yet ripe."

Duan Xiushi nodded, "If it's just a warning, 30,000 people would be enough."

Several people discussed the material preparations for war again, and then dispersed.

At this time, Wei Yingwu said at the door: "Your Highness, General Lei is here!"

"Invite him in!"

Soon, Lei Wanchun hurried in.

Li Ye smiled and said, "I heard that General Lei is now a grandfather. Congratulations!"

Lei Wanchun scratched his head and said with a smile: "The eldest son is pretty good, but the first child is a big fat boy. I named the child Lei Wanjun."

"Lei Wanjun?" Li Ye smiled and looked at Lei Wanchun.

Lei Wanchun sighed and said: "This is my brother's name. Our parents died when we were young and we grew up dependent on each other. He is the relative I miss the most. He died under An Lushan's sword. I will commemorate him with my eldest grandson." "

Li Ye nodded and changed the subject: "I came to you because I have an important task for you."

Lei Wanchun immediately clasped his fists and said: "I am willing to share your worries for Your Highness!"

He had a very good attitude. He accepted the task immediately and decisively regardless of what it was, which made Li Ye very happy.

"It's about Youzhou. I killed Zhu Tao in Luoyang. I was worried that Zhu Si would take revenge on the court, so the best way was to put a knife on his head."

Li Ye pointed at Yunzhou and Yuzhou with a wooden pole, "Here, Yunzhou and Yuzhou in the north of Hedong. General Lei led an army of 30,000 to capture them. The local garrison tried not to kill them and drove them south. Of course, if They don’t know what to do, and if they want to resist desperately, there’s no need to be polite.”

Lei Wanchun nodded, "I understand, I understand. When will we set off?"

"We will set off after the New Year. You lead the army and bring enough supplies to Yulin County first."

Li Ye pointed at the Yulin County Road with a wooden pole: "The food and tents of the Lingzhou garrison will be transported to Yulin County on sleds. You will camp on the other side of the Yellow River in Yulin County. Once the ice and snow begin to melt, the army will enter Yunzhou along the Zi River." "You decide how to capture Yunzhou and Yuzhou. If you capture these two states, you immediately send troops to Feihu County. I estimate there will be Zhu Si's army there. Defeat them and let them go back to report the news. Do you understand?"

"I understand the humble position!"

"Your mission is not to attack Youzhou, but to threaten Youzhou's security after taking Yunzhou and Yuzhou, and make Zhu Si realize that he has a sharp sword on the back of his neck. If he dares to mess up, he will be killed. Cut off his head.”

Lei Wanchun nodded silently, he completely understood.

Li Ye smiled and said: "Go! Have a good time with your family to celebrate the New Year, and set off after the New Year. The Privy Council will contact you for all the materials and troops needed. As for the court, that is my business, so don't worry about it. .”

"I resign from my humble position!"

Lei Wanchun bowed and hurried away.

Li Ye stood in front of the sand table with his hands behind his hands, looking at Youzhou silently. Will Zhu Si become impatient and start taking revenge in winter?

Li Ye walked out of the staff room and ordered Wei Yingwu: "Send someone quickly to invite the inner guard Li Dutong!"