I am a soldier in the border army

Chapter 623: The Six Gates need such talents!

The next meeting was not in the government office of Leling City, but in the military camp where hundreds of thousands of Zhen Liao troops gathered.

Ren Taiyi personally held the sealed wooden box in his hand and walked slowly forward surrounded by the nobles of various families.

The dense black armor all around was like a vast ocean, condensing a terrifying military aura. Even though the nobles and family members who were accompanying them all had high cultivation bases, they still felt a chill in their hearts.

In this situation, they, who were originally puzzled and even dissatisfied with Ren Taiyi's sudden betrayal of Taishi, suddenly understood and felt relieved.

What is the difference between such fierce and vigorous warriors flying from north to south, looking down from a high position, and a tiger coming down the mountain?
withstand?

It's like an ant trying to shake a tree or a mantis trying to stop a chariot!

……

After a while, the noble families who were led all the way to the central military tent were not allowed to enter the tent directly.

"Wait."

The scholar of the Zhen Liao Army who was leading the way ignored them after saying these two words and went about his own business.

How could the noble families, who were used to being high and mighty, tolerate such a casual and arrogant attitude?
"Humph! How dare a mere military officer from Tianmen Realm treat us so lightly!"

Just when they couldn't help but get angry, they caught a glimpse of the respectful look on Ren's ancestor's face from the corner of their eyes. They couldn't help but be startled and quickly suppressed their dissatisfaction.

"Never mind, the situation is stronger than people, just bear with it!"

Whether they like it or not, they have now completely cut off the path of Huang Tiandao and have completely broken off relations with the Taishi family, a noble family.

If I continue to let my temper run wild and cause trouble among the Zhen Liao Army, I will definitely suffer the consequences.

After a quick change of thought, they suddenly felt a little regretful that they had been too impulsive during this period and had done things too decisively, so that now they had no way out at all.

Sighing in their hearts, a group of high-ranking families from Qingzhou looked anxiously at the Zhen Liao Army's central tent that was just a stone's throw away before them, quietly waiting for the call from inside the tent.

At a certain moment, they even had a rather absurd illusion.

That is, at this moment, they seem not to be standing in the military camp in the vast wilderness, but outside the majestic and towering imperial palace, trembling and anxiously waiting for... an audience!
……

In late October, the weather in Qingzhou was already slightly chilly.

The sound of the whistling wind was somewhat desolate.

But the sunlight hanging high above our heads is particularly dazzling today.

Squinting his eyes and gazing at the dazzlingly bright sun above, the man from the Qingzhou aristocratic family let a wry smile appear on his face.

I have been in power and have the final say for so many years, but I never expected that I would end up like this.

Two hours.

They came riding on the morning dew.

By the time the frost and dew had dispersed, the curtains of the central army tent had been opened and closed many times.

But the Duke of Yan still had no intention of summoning them.

During this period, they found it even more difficult to accept the constant indifference of the generals and soldiers who came and went to guard Liao.

Even if someone looked at him, it was with a hint of amusement and mockery.

Or it's just that chilling cold.

This kind of coldness is not like the coldness of a poisonous snake's gaze, but the kind of chill that one feels as if one is being watched by a ferocious beast and facing a formidable enemy.

Another half hour later.

Seeing the smoke rising from the camp, the fierce warriors of Zhen Liao enjoyed their meals in silence and peace. Finally, many of the noble families of Qingzhou could no longer bear this humiliation and their faces turned red with anger.

But before they could open their mouths, the ancestor of the Ren family who was standing in front of the crowd said indifferently.

"If you want to leave, you can leave on your own."

"If you lose your temper and cause trouble for others, don't blame me for not caring about the friendship between the noble families."

As soon as these words were spoken, the faces of all the Qingzhou noble families froze.

In silence, except for two or three people who upheld the pride and bloodiness of the aristocratic family, they resolutely turned away.

The rest of the people didn't move in the end.

In response to this, the ancestor of the Ren family showed satisfaction without looking back, and at the same time, he felt a little pity for the two or three families that left.

What an idiot!
What time is it now?
What a troubled time!
Being in the midst of a disaster, even the Ren family was walking on thin ice, fearing that their foundation of thousands of years would be lost and destroyed in one day.

They are so stupid that they are still foolish enough to use the same old methods to gain fame and honesty.

It's really the end of my luck!
Just as the Ren family ancestor was feeling emotional, the curtain of the central army tent in front was finally opened again.

Seeing the beardless white figure in brocade clothes slowly walking towards him, the ancestor of the Ren family hurriedly bowed slightly as a sign of respect.

Zhong Xing was stunned for a moment and had no intention of paying any attention.

After all, when it comes to hatred towards these noble families, Zhongxing Gu is number one, and even Han Shao has to give him a back seat.

But after glancing at the ancestor of the Ren family, he thought about it and simply bowed.

"Come in, the Lord is summoning you."

The ancestor of the Ren family showed joy and nodded in response.

"Here."

As he spoke, he took a few quick steps, got close to the middle line, and then spoke again.

"Thank you for leading the way, Admiral. I will definitely reward you handsomely in the future."

Zhong Xinggu paused and said in surprise.

"Ancestor Ren actually recognized an old slave like me?"

Upon hearing this, Ren's ancestor smiled.

"The Six Gates have accumulated great prestige, all thanks to the admiral's achievements. How could Ren not know the admiral's reputation?"

With Zhong Xinggu's current status and accomplishments, he could no longer be moved by the flattery of ordinary people.

But the ancestor of the Ren family is a ninth-level Taiyi after all. Zhong Xinggu felt a little proud that he could be so kind to him and flatter him.

But he said this with a fake smile on his face.

"Oh? But... recognizing someone may not necessarily be a good thing..."

Having said this, Zhong Xinggu paused for a moment, feeling the storage bag that suddenly appeared in his sleeve, and couldn't help but smile.

"Ancestor Ren, you are truly a wonderful person."

"It seems that you and I should get closer in the future."

Although the Six Gates have developed well in recent years, their top combat power in the world is a little weak.

Although there is the help of Tushan clan, as the king said privately, "they are not of my race", it is difficult to truly trust and rely on them.

And this Ren family ancestor...

Judging from the fact that he was able to attack his childhood friend over a disagreement, he can be said to be cruel and cold-blooded.

It was even more shameless and sophisticated to be able to put aside his pride and kneel down and flatter before his crippled eunuch.

Well, my Six Gates needs such talents!

Faced with the olive branch extended by Bank of China, the eyes of Ren's ancestor flashed, and his powerful soul and mind made an assessment of the gains and losses and benefits in an instant.

"Then I would like to thank the Admiral for his support."

Seeing such tact, Zhonghangu narrowed his eyes and smiled.

"It's easy to talk about."

In this way, the two of them chatted and laughed, and stopped talking before entering the central military tent.

"Your Majesty——"

"Enter."

The group of Qingzhou noble families who entered the big tent with Patriarch Ren saw a huge map at first sight.

And under the huge map, the tall and handsome figure was as young as the rumors said.

If it weren't for the black mountain and river robe he was wearing, and the deep, majestic aura he exuded, I would have been deceived by his appearance, thinking he was just a young man from a noble family.

When a group of Qingzhou noble families were lost in thought and sighing, Han Shao looked up from his desk, glanced casually at everyone, and smiled.

"Wow, there are quite a few people."

This seemingly ordinary joke was heard by everyone, but at first no one thought it was anything special.

But after savoring it carefully, many people with smart minds couldn't help but murmur.

What do you mean?
Many people choose to submit to you, isn’t that a good thing?
Only the ancestor of the Ren family felt a sinking feeling in his heart and hurriedly explained.

"Don't blame me, Lord Yan. It's really because there is not enough of it that nothing can be accomplished!"

After hearing what Patriarch Ren said, the noble families of Qingzhou in the central army tent felt more and more puzzled.

However, the respectful attitude of the Ren family ancestor in front of Han Shao made them dare not show it. Many people who tried hard to maintain a straight body outside could not help but bend down, looking a little hunched and huddled.

Han Shao, who had seen the entire scene, had a smile on his face.

Then, his eyes finally fell on the sealed wooden box that the ancestor of the Ren family had been holding in his hand.

The Ren family ancestor understood instantly, and hurriedly raised the wooden box and took a few steps forward.

"Mr. Yan, please report!"

"Since the 60th year of Taikang, the Yellow Heaven bandits have invaded Qingzhou! They have deceived the people and poisoned the local area for more than ten years! During these ten years, the ambitious people in Qingzhou have been thinking about driving out the bandits every day! Restoring the glorious reputation of the Great Yong for more than two thousand years!"

"What a pity! The heavens are not on our side, the world is turning upside down! The bandits are so powerful that we are powerless to stop them!"

"We can only allow the bandits to wreak havoc on our land! Every time I think about it, it hurts so much!"

"Today, we are fortunate to have Lord Yan lead his heavenly army to save the people of Qingzhou from danger! We are grateful for Lord Yan's kindness!"

"So, I finally summoned up my remaining courage and fought to the death. Some time ago, I killed the bandit leader and several other bandit leaders!"

Look how beautifully this is said.

There is no such thing as following a thief or not following a thief.

It's touching just to listen to it.

Han Shao squinted his eyes and listened attentively to the ups and downs of this nonsense. He did not rush to respond, but waited for the ancestor of the Ren family to continue.

Sure enough, he then changed the subject and his face showed indignation.

"However, when I was clearing out the remaining bandits, I accidentally discovered a terrible incident that made me extremely sad!"

As he spoke, he recounted the process of how he discovered that Taishi was in collusion with Huang Tiandao and was an accomplice of the thief.

After enumerating the crimes of Taishi in detail, he also recounted how he suppressed his heartache, chose to sacrifice his own family for the sake of justice, and personally killed his best friend of many years.

Han Shao nodded slightly from time to time, secretly cheering for this wonderful story that was made out of nothing.

'Not bad, it's well written, the logic is self-consistent, and the emotions are very rich. If I wasn't the mastermind behind this drama, I would have almost believed it.'

As for other people's judgment on the truth or falsity of this matter, does it matter?
unimportant.

After all, the Grand Historian who could argue for him is dead.

There is no evidence since there is no proof, so why not make up whatever story you want?
"Now, the head of the traitor is here, please check it, Lord Yan!"

Seeing this, Zhong Hanggu, who was standing under the desk, took the sealed wooden box from him and gave him a look of approval.

Well, he now likes this ancestor of the Ren family more and more.

Therefore, Zhong Xinggu, who seldom expressed his preferences in front of Han Shao, smiled and said something when he presented the sealed wooden box.

"Your Majesty, Patriarch Ren has made a great contribution this time—"

Han Shao raised his eyes and glanced at the old slave. Seeing his fawning expression, he couldn't help but laugh.

"You old slave are so brave, are you teaching me how to do things?"

Having been with Han Shao for so many years, Zhong Xinggu knew that he was not really angry, so he said with a disdainful face.

The ancestor of the Ren family, who had been watching the changes in Han Shao's expression, saw how friendly Zhong Hanggu was in front of Han Shao, and couldn't help but become more determined to get close to Zhong Hanggu.

But soon he felt panic in his heart, because his attention was completely focused on Han Shao, and he forgot to remove the seal on the wooden box.

Just as he was about to speak, he was suddenly stunned.

Han Shao just waved his hand casually, and the seal on the wooden box was instantly broken.

Looking up at Han Shao's half-smiley eyes, the Ren family ancestor wanted to defend himself and say that he had no intention of testing Han Shao's strength.

But Han Shao did not give him this opportunity.

He didn't even glance at the head in the wooden box, and let Zhonghanggu take it away.

"Well done, I am very satisfied."

As soon as these words were spoken, not only did the Ren family's ancestor finally feel relieved, but all the Qingzhou noble families in the big tent also breathed a sigh of relief.

"It's almost time. I guess you haven't had your meal yet."

Han Shao habitually raised his wrist in a way that no one else could understand, and then spoke.

"Lao Gu, let's prepare the banquet."

The Qingzhou noble families would not tolerate any refusal or courtesy.

Soon, soldiers from the Royal Guard Battalion set up tables and food in the big tent.

It was just called a banquet, but in reality it was just some simple meals.

"The army is simple, please don't despise it."

Hearing Han Shao's words, the slightly frowned brows of the noble families who were accustomed to fine clothes, delicious food, rare birds and animals instantly relaxed, and they all said they dared not.

Some people even had a hint of pride on their faces when they saw Han Shao speaking so kindly and gently to them.

This is how it is often in this world.

Even if a beggar takes out his heart, liver, spleen and lungs, he will only be met with disgust.

But even if Han Shao treated them with slop, these nobles in the eyes of the world would be moved to tears of gratitude.

After they had eaten and drunk their fill, just when everyone was waiting for Han Shao's reward, they were dumbfounded.

What reward?
nonexistent.

Now your heads are still on my neck, isn’t this the greatest reward I give you?

So after speaking gently and warmly for a while, Han Shao waved his hand and sent them all away.

The Ren family ancestor also did not expect Han Shao to have such an attitude, so his expression was not very good.

anger?
Ever since that day when he and Taishi Taiyi were completely shocked by Han Shao, he no longer dared to show such emotions in front of Han Shao.

At this moment he just felt a little flustered.

"Mr. Ren, is there anything else?"

Hearing Han Shao's indifferent tone, the dry throat of the Ren ancestor moved for a moment, and he raised his eyes to look at Han Shao with some difficulty.

"May I ask Lord Yan... When will the tigers and wolves of Zhen Liao go south and completely conquer Qingzhou?"

Zhong Xinggu, who had just been chatting and laughing with him, suddenly changed his expression and scolded him.

"How dare you spy on military intelligence?"

The Ren family's ancestor's expression changed and he hurriedly tried to defend himself.

At this time, Han Shao waved his hand nonchalantly.

"Mr. Ren has done a lot for me, so he is not an outsider. There is no need to be so nervous."

"As for the army marching south..."

Han Shao paused for a moment, looked at him and sighed.

"I'm afraid Ren Gong will have to wait for a while."

"what!"

Hearing this, the Ren family's ancestor was so shocked that he stood up instantly.

"how so!"

What a joke!
Now that he had killed the ancestor of the Taishi clan, his Ren clan had already become a blood feud with the aristocratic families of the Taishi clan.

This move also aroused dissatisfaction and hostility from many top noble families outside Qingzhou.

Not to mention Huang Tiandao.

The current Qingzhou Qushuai was killed by him, and most of the Qingzhou Huangtiandao high-level officials were almost wiped out.

Next, the remnants of Huang Tiandao will surely retaliate, and may even lead to sieges by Xu and Yan states bordering Qingzhou!

Now you tell me that the Zhen Liao Army will not move south?
The ancestor of the Ren family felt as if he had fallen into an icy cave.

If he wasn't afraid of Han Shao's strength at this moment, he would really want to risk his life to fight him!

People cannot, or at least should not... be so shameless!
You clearly promised me before!
Looking at the face of the Ren ancestor, which was sometimes pale and sometimes flushed, Han Shao found it quite interesting, but he did not tease him too much and just said lightly.

"I don't want to either, because I have already received news that Huang Tiandao has now combined the forces of Ji, Yu, and Yanzhou and is about to march to Qingzhou."

Well, there is actually another one from Xuzhou.

But Xuzhou is in the south, and isn’t the south of Qingzhou not in the hands of the Zhen Liao Army now?
"So please understand me, Mr. Ren."

Han Shao waved his hand, his righteousness was as clear as the sky.

"After I defeat these three bandit reinforcements, I will make sure your Ren family is safe!"

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(End of this chapter)