above the galaxy

Chapter 617 From this moment on, I am your prisoner!

How bold people are and how productive they are.

If you swing your hoe well, no corner is too hard to dig down.

You know what, Tang Shengyan was completely stunned when he heard Tang Fei's invitation.

who am I?
Leader of the Fire Reborn Army.

Where am i?

Battlefield of Jinxiu City.

What is my duty?
Defend our territory and fight against bandits.

What is this guy doing? He's actually trying to persuade me to surrender, wanting me to defect to the enemy and become the commander of the new Fire Reborn Army for him?
Tang Shengyan was getting angry and shouted, "You brat, what kind of person do you take me for?"

Soldiers have their own integrity; they can lose, they can die, but they cannot surrender.

He is different from people like Shen Qingping. Shen Qingping is young, energetic, and has a future.

He's already a retired old man; if he were to switch sides to Tang's bandit camp at this time, it would truly be a disgrace and a ruined reputation in his later years.

Besides, what would happen to his relatives and friends if he surrendered? He had cultivated his influence in the army for decades; what would happen to his close friends, confidants, and loyal followers?
Could Shen Wuxiang just stand by and watch his brother defect to the enemy and do nothing?

If family members are in danger, their direct descendants will inevitably be purged.

"General, I consider you my benefactor, which is why I dare to extend this invitation." Tang Fei looked sincerely at Tang Shengyan and said, "I know that if you hadn't shown mercy back then, I would have died long ago beneath the 'Thousand Mountains'."

A thousand mountains, a thousand mountains.

One punch, one mountain; one punch, a thousand mountains.

When Tang Fei was the director of the Censorate, he detained Qin Jianyi and killed the deputy captain of Qin Jianyi's guard, which was tantamount to throwing excrement on Tang Shengyan.
Tang Shengyan came to the door and said that if Tang Fei could take one of his punches, the matter would be over and he would not hold it against him.

Tang Fei agreed.

As a result, he was punched half to death by Tang Shengyan.

He was only half-dead.

If Tang Shengyan, a master, truly harbored murderous intent and launched a full-scale attack, he could easily take Tang Shengyan's life.

Tang Shengyan looked at Tang Fei with considerable surprise and asked, "You know about this?"

The situation was complex at the time, and it was difficult to distinguish between friend and foe.

Therefore, Tang Shengyan never publicized this matter, nor did he ask Tang Fei, the person involved, for any reward. Unexpectedly, this kid is so meticulous and sees everything clearly.

Tang Fei laughed and said, "Back then, countless people wanted to kill me. I imagine many people must have put in a good word for you, right?"

Tang Shengyan did not deny it, and said, "Some people have asked me to kill you, and others have asked me to let you go."

“However, I will always remember this kindness,” Tang Fei said. “I admire the old general’s character and admire your ability to command in battle, which is why I think that the position of commander of the newly reorganized Fire Reborn Army is rightfully yours.”

Tang Shengyan still refused, saying in a deep voice, "Thank you for your high regard, but you should find someone else for the position of commander of the Fire Reborn Army. How can a defeated general be qualified to hold such a prominent position?"

“General, you are a veteran of the Fire Reborn Army and have deep feelings for it. Moreover, I heard from old man Lu Yu that my father once served under you and was one of your soldiers.”

"The Fire Reborn Army is the Empire's elite force, carrying the hopes and efforts of countless soldiers. You wouldn't want the Fire Reborn Army's designation to be withdrawn and its flag destroyed, would you?"

Well, that sounds a bit like coercion.

Similar to the "Madam, You Don't Want This Either" movie series that our readers enjoy.
General, you don't want the entire Fire Reborn Army to be wiped out, do you?
Tang Fei really wanted to bring Tang Shengyan into his camp, because it would be a win-win situation.

You could say they've won big.

In this battle, the Fire Reborn Army was scattered, and it will definitely need to be reorganized after the war ends.

Based on the original Yuhuo Army, elite soldiers and officers were drawn from the Dushan Army, Tianlang Army and Beihai Fleet to fill the vacancies.

If Tang Shengyan could be invited to serve as the commander of the Fire Reborn Army, then the Fire Reborn Army would still be able to maintain its original integrity and combat effectiveness, and could be put back into the battlefield in the shortest possible time.

With the veteran coach in charge, who dares to disagree?
Furthermore, given Tang Shengyan's prestige and position within the imperial military system, the fact that even he defected to the rebels—not the bandits, but the righteous army—would bring tremendous shock and pressure to Shen Wuxiang's legion system.

It makes them wonder if we're no longer capable.

Moreover, Tang Shengyan had spent decades in the military, making countless friends and confidants. If he were to call upon anyone, wouldn't they all respond?
Even if they can't openly betray their country, they can still stab someone in the back at a crucial moment.

Shen Wuxiang was extremely paranoid; at those times, he felt like everyone around him was a threat. Who was a loyal subject? Who was a spy? Who was someone he could use?

This is a problem.

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Tangsheng Rock.

What brand is this?

I knew this kid was ruthless, but it seems I underestimated his shamelessness.

Just a moment ago, he was all humble and sincere, saying that he admired his character, respected his military command ability, and would remember his life-saving grace. In the blink of an eye, he started to coerce and bribe him.

Are you a devil?
"General, would you like to reconsider?" Tang Fei said with a smile when he saw that Tang Shengyan remained silent.

Tang Shengyan looked at Tang Fei with a solemn expression and said, "I really can't take on the role of commander of the Fire Reborn Army. However, I can recommend someone who is more suitable than me."

"Oh? Who is it?"

"Kong Yinghan".

"he is?"

"Deputy Commander of the Fire-Burning Army".

Tang Fei immediately beamed with joy and thanked him, saying, "Thank you, General. I will never forget your great kindness."

Tang Fei understood what Tang Shengyan meant. He couldn't be the army commander himself, but he could recommend one of his own to take the position.

In this way, all parties have been given an explanation.

He "invested" in Tang Fei's side, leaving Shen Wuxiang speechless.

What does Kong Yinghan's defection to the enemy have to do with me, Tang Shengyan?
Moreover, Tang Shengyan's relationship is the same as Kong Yinghan's relationship.

Everything that Tang Shengyan could do, could be accomplished through Kong Yinghan.
Kong Yinghan was a puppet pushed to the forefront by Tang Shengyan.

He was asking for an exorbitant price; did he really expect to be able to invite Tang Shengyan to be the army commander?

Tang Fei could completely accept this outcome.

It could even be said to have exceeded expectations.

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Again.

"I can also promise the old general that our soldiers will not take a single needle or thread from the people after they enter the city."

"Moreover, all soldiers of the Fire Reborn Army, including brothers from other units, can join the Fire Reborn New Army if they wish. Those who do not wish to join are free to leave, provided that they do not take any weapons with them."

“No problem.” Tang Shengyan nodded in agreement.

He stretched out his hands and said, "Alright, from now on, I am your prisoner."

"Men!" Tang Fei shouted, "Tie up Tang Shengyan!"

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Shen Wuxiang smashed the cup again.

They smashed the entire tea set on the tea table.

He even suspected that the feng shui of the Shen family's ancestral graves might be bad. Otherwise, how could they have suffered a series of defeats?
Dushan Barrier lost, Fengcheng lost, Red Moon City lost, Carp Port lost, North Sea Fleet lost.
Now even the central city of Jinxiu has been lost.

This means that the area occupied by the Tang bandits was completely contiguous, encompassing the entire northern territory of the empire.

He used to say that the Tang bandits were small-scale operations, that they were "bandit troops" or "guerrilla forces."
Now, he has truly stepped into the limelight, possessing territory and military power that rivals his own.

This was hard for him to accept.

Why?
He's a kid who hasn't even grown a full beard yet.
Just then, the confidential secretary cautiously entered and said, "Military Minister, Mo Wu has an urgent matter he wants to report to you in person."

"Let him in."

(End of this chapter)