The devil is coming
Chapter 367
Chapter 367
Yesterday, Ran Min and several of his men went to the most famous Quandelou Roast Duck Restaurant in the capital to eat roast duck.
Such an expensive duck, one for each person, will make your mouth full of oil.
Then, Ran Min invited everyone to go to the red tent in the capital to have a cool time.
Actually, I didn’t plan to go to the red tent at first;
Because now that I'm in the capital, I have to go to a place where I can have a little bit of face to have some fun.
But the problem is that when the big guy came to the attic,
Ran Min has traveled extensively and seen the world.
The men under him immediately began to have cramps in their calves, and they begged Ran Min to change places without even looking at the girl.
This place is really too tidy and too gorgeous. The brothers are all born with mud-legged backgrounds. After entering, they can’t let go even if they hug the girl. If they are nervous down there, they will also be nervous down there. Okay, that would be funny.
Therefore, after the group came to Juchun Pavilion with great interest, they turned to Xizi Hutong in the north of the city with even greater interest.
Red tent is actually a name for this kind of disciple. In many places, a red curtain is set up at the entrance of the tent, which means that the girl inside is in the flesh business.
This is just like the hair salons in later generations that have a barber shop sign but don’t even have a pair of scissors;
With a simple, honest, friendly and peaceful atmosphere.
For killing a savage leader, Ran Min not only received a large reward of silver, but after being absorbed into the Jingnan Army, he was also directly recognized as a commander, with more than a dozen people in charge.
This visit to Beijing was also because after the war came to an end, it was necessary to constantly pass news and transport documents back and forth between the front line and the capital.
Ran Min's department was ordered to escort a member of the Ministry of War, Wai Lang, who was involved in frontline negotiations, back to Beijing to resume his duties.
We are expected to return in three days, so we have a few days of free time.
The people of Yanjing are so proud of themselves and how they make noises. To put it bluntly, they actually have a sense of pride in their bones. In fact, this is also a microcosm of the psychological characteristics of the people of Yan State at present.
When soldiers like Ran Min, who were wearing Jingnan Army armor, were eating, they would always be paid in advance by nearby diners, and then they would say:
"Brothers, please eat well and drink well. Mr. De, I haven't been able to go to the battlefield, but I have to treat these fighting men to a meal. I hope you can give me this face, Mr. De."
No matter whether I will be scolded by my mother-in-law when I go back, I have to deal with this situation today!
The funniest thing is,
When Ran Min and his men went to the red tent, they were originally supposed to queue up for tea, but when the young and old men in front who were waiting in line with their tickets saw the armor on their bodies, they immediately shouted to let them go first.
Even the old madam in the red tent got a [-]% discount. At the same time, a little brother came twice too fast without paying any extra money.
After a few days of leisure, a lot of money was spent, but there was nothing to feel bad about. After all, the money was earned with one's life, so naturally one had to spend it with all one's strength.
Most of Ran Min's group came from other counties in Yan State, and two were recruited from Jin. Ran Min was the only one who was truly born and raised in Tiancheng County.
These people are really in love with Yanjing now. They all think that in the future, if they fight in the war and get promoted and earn money, they will come to Yanjing to buy a small yard to live in their old age.
Qiu Ba's dream is so simple and unpretentious.
Of course, it was also because of this city and the atmosphere of Yan State at this time that these soldiers were given enough respect.
In the beginning, the common people of the Qian Kingdom called the soldiers of the Qian Kingdom an army of thieves. Therefore, in the battles between Yan and Qian, the Qian Army often collapsed at the first touch. Now the officials of the Qian Kingdom have begun to suppress the scholar-bureaucrats to promote their status as generals. What they want is actually what the Yan Kingdom wants at this time. Nowadays, there is an atmosphere of "rejoicing at war".
Ran Min also specially sent someone to Nan'an County to give some money to the head catcher whom he had recognized.
The money was not much, because Ran Min knew that it was difficult to get rich as a headhunter, but there was no shortage of oil and water between his fingers;
The reason why I sent some money was just to express my feelings. My brother has been promoted from a prisoner to a full-time member of the Jingnan Army. In two or three years, if my brother's position is higher, he will be able to really cover it. is you.
Nan'an County is not far from the capital, so the person who sent the money tried his best to go and return quickly. On the night when he was about to leave for Yingdu tomorrow morning, Ran Min saw the person who sent the money again. It was said that the head catcher in Nan'an County was no longer there, that he had married the daughter of a butcher in the county and had taken his girl back to his hometown.
Ran Min didn't say anything else when he heard this.
He will leave Yanjing tomorrow and has no time to look for that little brother for the time being. He can only sigh, if we are destined, see you again in the future.
Early the next morning, Ran Min led his men out of the capital and went to the school grounds outside the city to check on them.
Little did they know that when they left the inn, Ji Chengjue was sitting on the second floor of the teahouse opposite, watching them leave.
Eunuch Zhang sat in front of Ji Chengjue and helped pour tea, smiling and saying:
"Master, this guy is quite a good person."
Ji Chengjue smiled and said,
This Ran Min still remembered to give herself some money and flowers, which was indeed very loyal.
Eunuch Zhang continued:
"In just a short time, after a battle, he has transformed from a prison soldier to a full-time army commander. In time, he will be a plain man again."
Ji Chengjue shook his head and said:
"There is only one Zheng Fan in this world."
……
Under the assembly of the school captain, Ran Min's entire team returned to the system.
They came with a total of [-] cavalry this time. When they returned, they found that another [-] cavalry were sent out from the capital, making a total of [-] cavalry. They were escorted by Mao Mingcai, the Minister of War of Dayan, and a team of envoys from the State of Chu.
Ran Min didn't like these Chu people, but he was willing to see them surrender and bow their heads.
The news that the Chu people came to sue for peace and request to conclude an alliance has long been spread. In the handsome tent outside Yupan City, there were actually envoys from the Chu State who were making various negotiations and arguments day and night, but To put it bluntly, it is the side of Yanjing City that can really play a decisive role.
Now, looking at the situation, it seems that the alliance has been negotiated.
This great battle will finally come to an end.
But for some reason, Ran Min always felt a little disappointed. Do you have to let the tens of thousands of Chu troops in Yupan City go back alive?
Although Ran Min knew that this was not something he could care about, he still felt a little unwilling.
Although he has joined the army, the Jianghu habit in his bones still makes him prefer the idea of grudges and grudges. He believes in the principle that if you are in the first grade of junior high school, I will definitely return to the fifteenth grade.
The team began to march.
Mao Mingcai, the Minister of War, was a high-ranking official in the court, but he had a very easy-going personality. During the march, every time he set up camp at night, he would stroll around the camp to take a look, and even took the initiative to come over and chat with Ran Min and the other sergeants. Sitting together, drinking vegetable soup and chatting.
Mainly because he asked and Ran Min and the others answered, the focus was still on the Battle of Wangjiang.
Jing Yang, the envoy of the Chu State, appeared to be much more low-key. He was in the Chu State's envoy team during the march and basically did not come out of the tent at night.
On the contrary, other people in the Chu State's mission would occasionally have conflicts with the Yan people, and the two sides fought a few times. Of course, no weapons were used, and the superiors didn't care much as long as no one was killed.
Marching like this, when they arrived outside Yingdu City, Prince Situ Yu led a group of officials from the palace to greet him.
The main reason is to welcome Mao Mingcai, who is a real high-ranking official of the Yan people after all.
In the inn, Situ Yu first bowed to Mao Mingcai.
Since people give me face like this,
Mao Mingcai was not stingy either. He led the entourage behind him to kneel down and salute Prince Cheng.
Everyone can be regarded as "the guest and the host enjoy themselves".
Situ Yu invited Mao Mingcai to visit Yingdu. He had already hosted a banquet for him, although he had not prepared it at all.
Mao Mingcai also refused as a matter of course, saying that he had the emperor's orders and would not bother him again until he fulfilled his orders.
Then, Situ Yu took the people and left.
Mao Mingcai and his party stayed at this inn and set out tomorrow to cross Wangjiang and arrive at Wang Shuai's tent in Jingnan.
The messenger who reported the news was sent out early, and the front line should have received the news.
In the evening, Mao Mingcai called Ran Min again and chatted with him.
There is a reason why Ran Min can be appreciated by the Sixth Prince. Some people, even if they are in a humble position, can naturally feel the difference and attract people's attention.
The last person to achieve great success in this collection of Taoism was, of course, Hirano Bo.
Ran Min's luck was actually not bad, because Mao Mingcai liked his conversational style and boldness, and the two of them had the intention of putting aside their status grievances and "calling each other brothers".
This is luck, unstoppable luck.
"So, you were supposed to go to Shengle?"
"Yes, sir, we were originally assigned to Sheng Le to guard the area. However, due to the war up front and Prince Jingnan going on an expedition, our group was moved to the front line."
"It's also good luck. I happened to catch up with this battle. It's not easy to go from prisoner to regular soldier."
"That's what the lord said."
"However, if you think about it in other words, if you didn't go to Chengle City and follow that Uncle Hirano, it might be considered a missed opportunity."
"Uncle Hirano, I admire you very much."
A few years ago, he was the leader of Guizhou Province and was among the civilian husbands who were recruited. Then he quickly climbed up the ranks step by step. While constantly being appreciated by the big bosses, he also accumulated unquestionable military achievements time and time again and was awarded the title of Earl of the General Military Register.
Nowadays, the legend of Uncle Zheng is popular everywhere in the Yan army;
After all, no matter what era, this kind of grassroots rise is the most popular and recognized, because most people are grassroots.
"Well, I've always wanted to make friends with Mr. Hirano, but I just didn't have the chance. I've read his book "Zheng Zi's Art of War" no less than three times.
To outsiders, this is undoubtedly a masterpiece of military strategists;
In fact, at first, I felt that some of the things here were written in too general terms, like a framework, which seemed complicated but was actually empty;
But looking at the results achieved by Uncle Zheng's troops along the way, I realized that he might just write it casually for laymen to see. "
"I also bought this book this time at the Capital Bookstore, and I'm reading it recently."
"Okay, watch more, learn more, and think of others when you see the wise. I look forward to having another famous general from Dayan in the future!"
"Thank you for your kind words, sir!"
"You are by no means a thing in the pool. I can give you an explanation in advance. Unfortunately, although I am the Minister of the Ministry of War now, all matters of the Ministry of War are under my jurisdiction, but as for the Jingnan Army, I My hand can't reach in at all."
After saying that, Mao Ming picked up the tea and looked at Ran Min while drinking.
The solicitation here is extremely obvious.
Ran Min naturally knew that it was time to make his own choice.
to be honest,
He actually didn't have much choice.
I am just a minister, but he is the Minister of the Ministry of War.
If someone is willing to talk to me, it is actually giving me a huge face.
After hesitating for a moment,
Ran Min stood up and knelt down to Mao Mingcai:
"The Jingnan Army is Dayan's Jingnan Army, the imperial court's Jingnan Army, and His Majesty's Jingnan Army. Sir, you are the Minister of War, and I should obey your orders!"
Mao Mingcai nodded with satisfaction, stretched out his hand to support him, and said:
"Get up."
"Thank you sir."
Ran Min stood up.
"After this announcement, you can follow me back to Beijing."
"Everything is at your command!"
"okay."
At this time, the soldiers outside the tent reported:
"Sir, the envoy from Chu State wants to see you."
"Let him in."
After speaking, Mao Ming stood up and straightened his clothes.
Ran Min was about to leave, but Mao Mingcai stopped him with a smile and said:
"See you together."
Jingyang walked in, not wearing official uniform, but wearing a robe with the characteristics of Chu.
"Brother Mao."
"Brother Jing."
The two did not address each other by official title, but referred to each other as brothers.
"Brother Jing came here late at night, what do you want to teach me?"
"I don't want to take it seriously. I just feel that after you and I announce the decree together tomorrow, we will be separated. I feel a little reluctant to let go, so I took the liberty to come here late at night to talk about it."
Mao Mingcai nodded and said:
"It just so happens that Prince Cheng gave me some good tea during the day. I will send someone to make tea right away."
"Excellent, excellent."
Ran Min took the tea leaves and went out to boil water without any further instructions.
After walking out of the tent,
He took a deep breath,
Look up at the stars in the sky.
Until now, his brain is actually still a little hot, but he knows that his path has become wider.
Every time Mao Mingcai walked around the camp and talked to everyone, he would express himself deliberately and implicitly. After hard work and hard work, he finally attracted the attention of this important official.
The armor of Jingnan Army,
He really likes it,
But the appreciation of the Minister of War,
He couldn't give up even more.
Ever since that day when he killed people in court, he had sworn in his heart that since the world could not give him true freedom, he would take back everything he wanted on the battlefield.
In fact, Jingyang and Mao Mingcai were really just chatting casually. They didn't talk about anything serious, just the customs of Yan and Chu.
We didn't chat very late. It only took about half an hour before Jingyang got up and said goodbye and went back to his tent.
Ran Min took the initiative to put away the tea set.
Mao Mingcai sat down and
Stretched,
He opened his mouth and said:
"The people of Gan are very elegant, the people of Jin are very polite, the people of Chu are very polite, but I, the people of Yan, are not very interesting.
Haha, this statement is true.
The envoy of the Chu State came to me tonight. Actually, he didn’t want to talk about anything. He just wanted to show him the etiquette of the Chu people. But as a Yan person, it was really too painful to talk to him. "
It’s really uncomfortable to have to talk when you have nothing to say.
Moreover, the two of them cannot talk about serious matters, and they cannot even touch each other. Otherwise, if they spread the word, they will be accused of treason and treason.
Ran Min smiled and said:
"Actually, everyone can live a good life. We Yan people lived too hard in the past."
When Mao Ming heard this, he nodded thoughtfully and said:
"This is an insightful statement. Why can't we Yan people recite poems and compose poems in the south of the Yangtze River? Why can't we Yan people sing as much as we want in Daze, Chu land?
From now on, everything is possible. "
Ran Min responded:
"Hurry."
"Hurry?"
"Because we only have Yangfeng in hand now."
"You...hahaha..."
Mao Mingcai laughed.
Then he waved his hands, stopped laughing, and said:
"That's all. In this case, I don't dare to keep you in the tent for a long time."
"My lord, please rest. I'll take my leave first."
……
Early the next morning, the team set off from the inn.
By noon, the team arrived at Wangjiang River.
When he got on the ferry, Ran Min saw someone galloping on a horse on the other side of the river, but the horse seemed a little too big.
When the ferry reached the middle of the river, the man on horseback on the other side also reined in the horse. It seemed that he had discovered the team and was waiting there.
And Ran Min also saw clearly that the person riding on his crotch was not a horse at all, but a wild beast.
"Which gentleman is on the other side, actually riding a brave beast?"
Ran Min said to himself.
At this time, Mao Mingcai also came over and said with a smile:
"It's not a brave beast, it's a brave beast."
"brave troops?"
The flag of Yan State is the Black Dragon Flag;
But Pixiu is the real totem of the Yan Kingdom, because no one has ever seen a dragon, but Pixiu has always existed.
As for the Pixiu beast, civil and military officials who have reached official positions can actually have the opportunity to receive gifts, but Pixiu is different. Only the real top dignitaries can get it.
"That person on the other side should be the one who almost became the one you climbed to the top of."
"Uncle Zheng?"
"It should be the case. King Jingnan once specifically wrote to the court asking for a brave animal. It is said that it was just to give it to him.
That was before the war started, and then, as expected, just like a sword given to a famous person, Uncle Zheng did indeed fight a very beautiful battle. "
When Ran Min heard this, he longed for it.
Five points of envy, five points of deliberate emotion:
"I want too."
Mao Mingcai heard this and said:
"Do good things in the future, there will be opportunities."
The fleet docked and everyone began to disembark.
Zheng Fan continued to sit on Pi Xiu. For the past two days, he had been in touch with this Pi Xiu.
The effect was unexpectedly good. This Pixiu was obviously different from the last time they met for the first time. He was now particularly kind to me.
General Zheng once thought, is this beast so intelligent that he has learned to despise poverty and love wealth?
In the past, when he was just General Shengle, he ignored him, but now that he is an earl, he is close to him?
In fact, Uncle Zheng was wrong.
Because that night, after being frightened by the "true colors" of many demon kings, in this Pixiu's perception, it had become a "slave" under the demon kings.
Beasts actually have this instinct to surrender and be surrendered. Of course, humans also have it, but humans are good at covering it up.
Therefore, in the view of this Pixiu,
Zheng Fan is the same as himself,
They are all slaves under those demon kings,
The same people and beasts are reduced to the end of the world,
Naturally, we should huddle together to keep warm and comfort our souls.
Uncle Zheng stroked Pi Xiu's mane while waiting for the people on the boat to get off. He looked at the two completely different official uniforms and the flags displayed by the other party. They must be the team coming to declare the alliance.
King Jingnan called him here for a few days. Uncle Zheng had actually been waiting for the so-called scenery, but he didn't see anything.
He didn't dare to go to Tian Wujing to get to the bottom of things, because big shots always liked playing riddles.
Just like Patriarch Bodhi knocking Wukong on the back of the head three times,
If you directly asked for the answer, they would be unhappy.
Furthermore, Tian Wujing has always regarded herself as his "student". Liang Cheng is not around, and Uncle Zheng doesn't even have anyone to help him solve the problem.
At this time,
A very dignified middle-aged man got off the boat. After glancing at the other party's official uniform, Uncle Zheng immediately realized that there was a big fish in the team announcing the decree.
At that moment, Zheng Fan didn't dare to take the big shot, so he immediately turned over and took the initiative to greet him.
Mao Mingcai looked at Zheng Fan, bowed his hands to Zheng Fan, and said:
"Your Majesty, is this Zheng Fan, Uncle Zheng?"
"It's Mr. Zheng, may I ask..."
"I am Mao Mingcai."
"Oh."
"..." Mao Mingcai.
The scene suddenly became awkward.
Then, Zheng Fan opened his mouth and said:
"Long admiration, long admiration."
Mao Mingcai could only hold his hands and said:
"Long time, long time."
To be honest, Zheng Fan really didn't know that the man in front of him named Mao Mingcai was his real leader in name. After all, he was the Minister of the Ministry of War.
But in this "relationship network", the blind man usually does the work and collects information. When Zheng Fan needs it, he directly asks the blind man.
Moreover, General Zheng has been following King Jingnan since his debut. He basically doesn't need any regulations from the Ministry of War. Sometimes even if he comes into contact, he just goes through the normal process.
The most important thing is that Mao Mingcai was the newly appointed Minister of War.
Jing Yang, the envoy from Chu State, came out at this time, glanced at Zheng Fan, then at the Pixiu behind Zheng Fan, and said:
"The envoy of Chu State, Jing Yang, met the wild uncle of Yan State."
"I've met the Chu envoy."
Mao Mingcai was a little depressed. The key to depression was that Zheng Fan didn't seem to really want to show off to himself, but that others might really not know him.
Moreover, the people around him were afraid of Zheng Fan's identity. Even if they saw it, they would not dare to remind him.
You can't point at Zheng Fan and shout arrogantly like in the play:
"Hey, boy, do you know who is standing in front of you!"
In fact, it stands to reason that when the chief military officer meets the Secretary of the Ministry of War, it is really equivalent to meeting the direct leader. However, Zheng Fan has the title of Earl of Pingye personally conferred by Emperor Yan. While Emperor Yan valued military merit, he was also extremely stingy with titles. .
Therefore, by virtue of his status as Uncle Hirano, he deserves to be on an equal footing with Mao Mingcai.
As a last resort, Mao Mingcai could only speak again:
"Uncle Hirano, I am the Minister of the Ministry of War."
"what……"
Zheng Fan smiled and said,
I know I went too far,
So I said it very sincerely:
"Please forgive me, Master Mao."
said,
Zheng Fan made a gesture to kneel down.
Mao Mingcai quickly stretched out his hand to support him.
He also laughed and said:
"Uncle Hiranye opened the border for the country, conquered the snowfields and captured the customs. Although I sit in this position, I live in Yanjing after all, so how can I dare to accept the gift from Uncle Hiranye."
Zheng Fan straightened up, so fast that Mao Mingcai staggered.
Mao Mingcai didn't say anything.
Ran Min on the side saw this scene and silently gritted his back teeth.
In fact, Zheng Fan really "acted in his true colors". He just didn't know him and didn't want to deliberately lose face.
But in Ran Min's view, this kind of "casualty" is what he really yearns for. To be able to be so calm and calm in the face of a minister of the current dynasty is the kind of identity and status he wants.
At the same time, the commander, who had just joined the army for less than a year, sighed slightly in his heart, because he was originally going to be transferred to Shengle City under the man in front of him.
"May I ask where Prince Jingnan is?" Mao Mingcai asked.
"The commander-in-chief of the Chinese army."
"it is good."
This awkward meeting finally came to an end. After the subsequent teams had crossed the river by ferry, the response team from the Jingnan Army over there arrived.
It was not a deliberate neglect, but the team announcing the decree moved a little hastily today. Originally, according to the message from the fast horse yesterday, it was said that they could only cross the river at dusk.
Zheng Fan rode on his Pixiu and walked side by side with Mao Mingcai towards the Chinese army camp.
Mao Mingcai didn't mind Zheng Fan's previous "rudeness" and still talked to Zheng Fan kindly;
General Zheng finally found his acting skills, and he and Mao Mingcai "had a very happy conversation" and "happy to meet each other so late".
In fact, it was because both parties wanted to resolve the previous embarrassment.
When the edict-proclaiming team entered the gate of the Chinese army camp, Chen Yang, the commander-in-chief of the Jingnan Army, came out to greet them instead of King Jingnan.
Chen Yang rode on his horse and gave Mao Mingcai a military salute.
Road:
"Your Majesty has a lot of military affairs, so he specially ordered the general to come to receive Master Mao."
Chen Yang is an old man in the Jingnan Army. He was promoted by Tian Wujing ten years ago and took the position of the commander-in-chief of the Jingnan Army.
Moreover, his attitude was quite cold, with a very clear disrespectful attitude.
Not long ago, King Jingnan refused to accept the imperial edict, causing two eunuchs who announced the edict to be killed on stone lions. The leaders of the Jingnan Army had no regard for the so-called imperial edict team, or even for the so-called Minister of the Ministry of War. Not so cold.
After all, Tian Wujing had personally been in charge of the Jingnan Army for more than ten years. During these years, the Jingnan Army was completely separated from the imperial military department and formed its own system.
You can't control me, why should I be afraid of you?
but,
With Chen Yang for comparison,
Mao Mingcai and others felt that the previous Uncle Hirano was really kind and cute in a rare way.
"Your Majesty has a lot of military affairs, so there is no need to bother with these false gifts, but if you still bother to report to Your Majesty, let me just say that today, the Chu envoy and I will announce the credentials of the two countries."
It means that we don't need to be polite, but when we do serious business, we still need King Jingnan to come forward.
Chen Yang nodded and said:
"General, I will go and report to the prince right now."
Next, the announcement team began to prepare.
In fact, the reason for being so eager was because of Jingyang's urging. The Qingluan army was still starving in Yupan City. If he conveyed the order earlier, fewer Chu soldiers would die.
Zheng Fan did not stay at the mission, but entered the military camp with Chen Yang.
"Did you go to greet him?" Chen Yang asked.
"Do I have that much free time?" Zheng Fan replied, "I just happened to be walking there and bumped into him."
When Chen Yang heard this, he lowered his head and glanced at the Pixiu under Zheng Fan's crotch.
It can be seen that he is indeed envious of Zheng Fan's treatment. At the same time, he did not hide it at all:
"If I have one of these, I will go out for walks often."
Chen Yang's temper was quite to Zheng Fan's liking. He would say whatever he wanted. He seemed cold and disrespectful, but he really wasn't pretending.
Upon hearing this, Uncle Zheng also patted Pi Xiu on the head and said:
"That's not."
Chen Yang said "ha", and when the two of them were approaching the handsome tent, they got off their mounts and walked into it.
Coincidentally, King Jingnan was sitting on a chair outside the handsome tent.
Chen Yang stepped forward to report:
"Your Majesty, the decree-proclaiming team is here. Mao Mingcai, Minister of War, is outside, and they can't wait any longer."
King Jingnan waved his hand and said:
"Help them set the stage."
"Yes, at the end will obey."
Chen Yang immediately went down to make arrangements, but Zheng Fan had nothing to do. His troops were not here, so there was no need for him to make any arrangements.
King Jingnan pointed at Yupan City in the distance.
Road:
"We're going to have peace talks."
Zheng Fan also followed Tian Wujing's tone, sighed and said:
"Pity."
"What a pity?"
Zheng Fan smiled and replied:
"It's a pity that we can't let more Chu people starve to death."
King Jingnan pointed at Zheng Fan and said:
"To be a general, you should have a big picture and great courage."
"Yes, I will eventually be taught."
Tian Wujing stood up.
Road:
"Come, help me put on my armor."
……
There are always Chu troops guarding the walls of Yupan City. They stand very straight and there are many people there, but in fact, this is just a superficial project.
The real situation in Yupan City is that there is a serious shortage of food.
Except for a feint attack by the Yan Army on the day when they defeated the main barbarian army, the Yan Army never launched any siege campaign after that.
The Chu people stood ready on the city wall, while the Yan people built a "wall" around Yupan City.
It's like two people quarreling,
One shouted: Come up!
The other person responded with a disdainful "hehe": Come out!
In fact, the Chu army tried to break through the outer wall several times at the beginning, but the Yan people's counterattack was also very fierce. The Chu people were able to kill them in a short time, but they did not have enough time to demolish the "wall".
After several attempts, the Chu people gave up because demolishing the wall was not of great significance to them.
Outside Yupan City, there is a flat river. The Qingluan army is mainly infantry, while the Yan army is mainly cavalry.
Under the premise that there are no reinforcements outside, the Qingluan Army's breakout will inevitably turn into a tragic rout. The Yan people do not even need to directly attack your military formation, but will constantly harass you in the form of wheel battles, and you will also There is simply no way to hold on for long.
But the food predicament in the city has become extremely serious.
Qu Tiannan stood on the city tower. He saw people wearing Chu official uniforms passing under the city wall several times, shouting from a distance.
But whenever he tried to send people out of the city to contact him, the Yan army on the periphery would immediately kill the people he sent out with arrows.
This is really a weird scene,
It is obvious that the envoys and officials of his country are in the Yan army's commander's tent.
Obviously the so-called peace talks have been going on for so long.
But the Chu army, which is still holding on to Yupan City, has no way to participate.
It's as if they are just a hanging ornament.
If it's really just a hanging decoration, that's actually pretty good.
What makes Qu Tiannan most unbearable is that he can't send anyone out here, but many officials sent by him like to shout outside the city wall.
The effect of their shouting was also obvious. The military morale in the city, which was already floating due to lack of food, began to weaken even more.
To be honest, if he hadn't been unable to get out now, according to Qu Tiannan's temper in the past, he would have killed all those civilian officials who liked to go to the city wall to shout to "appease" the military morale!
Fortunately, the Qingluan Army is, to a certain extent, the private army of the Qu family, so even at this time, Qu Tiannan can still roughly control this army.
But Qu Tiannan doesn't know how long he can last.
As one of the Zhu Kingdoms of Chu, he could understand the imperial court's intention to negotiate peace, because the Chu Kingdom was not completely stable. At the same time, at this time, sending a large army out of Zhennanguan to come here to relieve the siege would be a long and easy journey. Suffered an attack from the Yan people.
But Qu Tiannan still had the idea in his heart that this battle should continue.
Da Chu has its own problems, so is it possible that the Yan people don’t have any problems at all?
The competition between big powers is often about who can bear it better and who can sustain it better.
but,
He looked back at the Qingluan soldier he had brought out behind him.
seem,
It is also gratifying to be able to bring them back home safely.
but,
Can I really do it myself?
“Woooooooooo…”
The sound of horns came from the Yan people's military camp.This is the first time in recent days that the Yan army on the opposite side has made another move.
Qu Tiannan came to the battlements and looked into the distance, his eyes slightly narrowed.
The Yan Army's camp was moved. Groups of Yan Army cavalry began to make large-scale detours in the north and south directions of Yupan City. However, they did not look like they were going to attack the city, because the Yan Army did not push up to attack. City tools.
After the Yan army's military formation was set up, two teams of officials wearing different official uniforms walked toward the Yupan City wall.
The two leaders of both sides held up the imperial edict with both hands, and the followers behind them also displayed the black dragon flag of Yan State and the phoenix flag of Chu State.
Qu Tiannan felt a little confused for a moment.
But a little bit lucky.
At the same time, the Chu troops on the city wall cheered.
The Qingluan Army is the top-ranked army in the Chu Kingdom. Logically speaking, its quality and toughness are not bad. However, no matter how elite the army is, if it has been besieged for so long without food, no matter how brave and bloody it is, it will Be worn down.
The soldiers also knew that the peace talks were successful and the covenant was concluded. They could leave this damn place and return home.
Mao Mingcai and Jingyang are on the right and left,
Spread out the imperial edicts separately,
Mao Mingcai read it first,
Then came Jingyang.
After the edict is read out,
Jingyang entered Yupan City with his national certificate, while Mao Mingcai retreated.
After half an hour,
Qu Tiannan's figure appeared on the tower above the west gate of Yupan City.
"Let us open the city gate. Yes, but I want you, Marquis Jingnan of Yan State, to come out in person with your credentials to vouch for it!"
After the covenant is concluded,
The states of Yan and Chu will become brotherly states.
The Qingluan army trapped in Yupan City will be able to leave the city and return home.
According to the details in the credential, the Qingluan Army does not need to remove its armor, but it must hand over weapons such as weapons, crossbows, and arrows.
Therefore,
As the commander of the Qingluan Army,
Qu Tiannan needed Tian Wujing to come out alone to reassure him.
Of course, he still didn't know that the Marquis of Nan of the Yan Kingdom had been promoted to the title of King, so the title was still Marquis of Jingnan.
For a time,
The Chu army inside the city and the Yan army outside the city became solemn.
However, the oppressive atmosphere did not last long;
When a majestic figure wearing gilt armor and riding a brave animal slowly emerged from the Yan army's formation,
The Chu defenders on the city wall breathed a sigh of relief almost at the same time.
Tian Wujing came to the foot of the city wall and Pixiu stopped.
Qu Tiannan jumped up and slid down from the city wall. He didn't bring any weapons and naturally no horses, so he walked towards Tian Wujing in a majestic manner.
"Tsk tsk tsk..."
Zheng Fan couldn't help but smack his lips.
Is it cool to go to a party alone?Of course handsome.
But to be honest, not everyone would have the guts to go to a meeting alone with King Jingnan.
Without him,
Tian Wujing can defeat the Sword Master!
Not long ago, Uncle Zheng had just taken advantage of the Sword Master's weapon bug and successfully single-handedly attacked the savage Wanhu Grimu.
However, it seems that King Jingnan is not as shameless as himself.
Qu Tiannan stood in front of King Jingnan,
King Jingnan did not dismount.
To put it nicely, the two countries stopped fighting and concluded an alliance, but in fact, Chu was the one who bowed its head. Therefore, as the winner, sitting on Pixiu and looking down at you,
Is something wrong?
Qu Tiannan didn't mind this matter.
He just slowly raised the imperial edict of the Kingdom of Chu that he held in his hand.
King Jingnan also raised the imperial edict of the Kingdom of Yan in his hand.
Although the alliance between the two countries has many details and covers a wide range of topics, it is actually very fast because the Chu State cannot afford to delay.
"Tian Wujing, I lost, but I have to take responsibility for the men under my command.
I want you to take this oath of alliance,
After the oath, I immediately ordered the city gate to be opened! "
finished,
Qu Tiannan looked at Tian Wujing.
for a while,
Tian Wujing said:
"Huang Tian is here and the earth is the proof. If I, Tian Wujing, violate the covenant, my body will rot and my soul will fall forever. I will be abandoned by heaven!"
Qu Tiannan watched Tian Wujing finish his oath,
turn around,
He waved to the back.
"Squeak..."
The gate of Yupan City, which had been closed for several months, was slowly opened from the inside.
Groups of Chu soldiers who could clearly be seen as hungry and even pale-faced lined up and walked out of the city gate.
Their weapons were all abandoned at the gate of the city.
Qu Tiannan turned around, looked at Tian Wujing on Pixiu, and said:
"If I have a chance in this life, I will let you Tian Wujing go."
King Jingnan ignored it.
Pixiu turned around and returned to the army.
Jingyang also walked out of the city gate and came to Qu Tiannan, saying:
"Zhu Guo, the regent knows how hard it is for you."
Qu Tiannan shook his head and said:
"We'll have to talk about this after we return to China."
immediately,
Feeling that his words were a little too cold, he said:
"It's all thanks to your hard work."
"Zhu Guo's words are serious. Zhu Guo can gather his troops. I will go to the Yan Army Lieutenant General to put the final touches on the covenant. At the same time, let the Yan people give us some food in accordance with the covenant.
Soldiers, thank you for your hard work. "
When Qu Tiannan heard this, he sighed.
When he went out to fight, he really never thought that the battle would end in this situation and end in such an extremely humiliating way.
……
"Oh, you actually bring it up for fun."
Although he already knew the approximate outcome of the covenant, Uncle Zheng still found it interesting that in this era, there was still such behavior of releasing prisoners of war.
Of course, the Chu people did not feel that they were prisoners of war. Because they had concluded an alliance, the Chu army should return home.
The State of Yan also used this Qingluan army as a bargaining chip, hoping to obtain more benefits from the State of Chu.
However, Zheng Fan also heard the blind man say that the habits of the Chu people were different from those in other places, because the Chu people used the model of great nobles to govern their country.
Therefore, there will be a situation where several big nobles fight against each other, and in the end even if they capture the opponent's general, they will send him back.
In a war, soldiers can die, but nobles must live.
In fact, the Spring and Autumn Period that Zheng Fan was familiar with also used this method of playing. The generals and nobles would be resettled, and then sent back after receiving a ransom.
The same was true in the European Middle Ages. Even in war, both sides would have a tacit understanding to protect the lives of nobles.
Because both of them felt that they were nobles, their lives were naturally much more valuable than those of ordinary soldiers.
The untouchable Guizhou head, if it is consumed, it will be consumed, it doesn't matter.
When the Chu people were leaving the city, Jingyang found Mao Mingcai and asked Mao Mingcai to abide by the covenant and allocate a batch of grain and grass first.
After King Jingnan returned to the army, he did not stop and rode Pixiu directly to Wangjiang River.
Zheng Fan and a group of personal guards followed behind.
King Jingnan got off Pixiu and stood on the bank of Wangjiang River.
The guards did not dare to step forward and disturb the prince at this time.
Only Zheng Fan came over.
King Jingnan stretched out his hand and pointed at Wangjiang in front of him.
Road:
"What do you think of the scenery here?"
Zheng Fan said: "The river is vast, the sky is high and the clouds are light."
"Yeah, it's too bland."
"Your Highness, let them go this time. After a few years of recuperation, I will accompany you again and sort them out again."
Tian Wujing smiled,
turn around,
Looking at Zheng Fan,
Road:
"I just told you that as a general, you should have great courage. Do you think this is what the king cares about now?"
"No, Your Majesty, that's not what I meant. Your Majesty's mind is naturally broader than the sun and the moon. Your admiration for Your Majesty will be as endless as the water of Wangjiang River..."
Tian Wujing raised his hand and interrupted Zheng Fan's cumbersome flattery.
Zheng Fan also closed his mouth knowingly.
Tian Wujing turned to face Wangjiang and stood with his hands behind his back.
Zheng Fan just stood here with him.
a long time,
Tian Wujing said:
"Xue Customs General Zheng Fan listens to the order."
Zheng Fan was stunned for a moment, but immediately knelt down on one knee and said sincerely:
"The end is here!"
Tian Wujing squatted down,
Holding a handful of river water with both hands,
While washing his hands he said calmly:
"Put them to death."
(End of this chapter)
Yesterday, Ran Min and several of his men went to the most famous Quandelou Roast Duck Restaurant in the capital to eat roast duck.
Such an expensive duck, one for each person, will make your mouth full of oil.
Then, Ran Min invited everyone to go to the red tent in the capital to have a cool time.
Actually, I didn’t plan to go to the red tent at first;
Because now that I'm in the capital, I have to go to a place where I can have a little bit of face to have some fun.
But the problem is that when the big guy came to the attic,
Ran Min has traveled extensively and seen the world.
The men under him immediately began to have cramps in their calves, and they begged Ran Min to change places without even looking at the girl.
This place is really too tidy and too gorgeous. The brothers are all born with mud-legged backgrounds. After entering, they can’t let go even if they hug the girl. If they are nervous down there, they will also be nervous down there. Okay, that would be funny.
Therefore, after the group came to Juchun Pavilion with great interest, they turned to Xizi Hutong in the north of the city with even greater interest.
Red tent is actually a name for this kind of disciple. In many places, a red curtain is set up at the entrance of the tent, which means that the girl inside is in the flesh business.
This is just like the hair salons in later generations that have a barber shop sign but don’t even have a pair of scissors;
With a simple, honest, friendly and peaceful atmosphere.
For killing a savage leader, Ran Min not only received a large reward of silver, but after being absorbed into the Jingnan Army, he was also directly recognized as a commander, with more than a dozen people in charge.
This visit to Beijing was also because after the war came to an end, it was necessary to constantly pass news and transport documents back and forth between the front line and the capital.
Ran Min's department was ordered to escort a member of the Ministry of War, Wai Lang, who was involved in frontline negotiations, back to Beijing to resume his duties.
We are expected to return in three days, so we have a few days of free time.
The people of Yanjing are so proud of themselves and how they make noises. To put it bluntly, they actually have a sense of pride in their bones. In fact, this is also a microcosm of the psychological characteristics of the people of Yan State at present.
When soldiers like Ran Min, who were wearing Jingnan Army armor, were eating, they would always be paid in advance by nearby diners, and then they would say:
"Brothers, please eat well and drink well. Mr. De, I haven't been able to go to the battlefield, but I have to treat these fighting men to a meal. I hope you can give me this face, Mr. De."
No matter whether I will be scolded by my mother-in-law when I go back, I have to deal with this situation today!
The funniest thing is,
When Ran Min and his men went to the red tent, they were originally supposed to queue up for tea, but when the young and old men in front who were waiting in line with their tickets saw the armor on their bodies, they immediately shouted to let them go first.
Even the old madam in the red tent got a [-]% discount. At the same time, a little brother came twice too fast without paying any extra money.
After a few days of leisure, a lot of money was spent, but there was nothing to feel bad about. After all, the money was earned with one's life, so naturally one had to spend it with all one's strength.
Most of Ran Min's group came from other counties in Yan State, and two were recruited from Jin. Ran Min was the only one who was truly born and raised in Tiancheng County.
These people are really in love with Yanjing now. They all think that in the future, if they fight in the war and get promoted and earn money, they will come to Yanjing to buy a small yard to live in their old age.
Qiu Ba's dream is so simple and unpretentious.
Of course, it was also because of this city and the atmosphere of Yan State at this time that these soldiers were given enough respect.
In the beginning, the common people of the Qian Kingdom called the soldiers of the Qian Kingdom an army of thieves. Therefore, in the battles between Yan and Qian, the Qian Army often collapsed at the first touch. Now the officials of the Qian Kingdom have begun to suppress the scholar-bureaucrats to promote their status as generals. What they want is actually what the Yan Kingdom wants at this time. Nowadays, there is an atmosphere of "rejoicing at war".
Ran Min also specially sent someone to Nan'an County to give some money to the head catcher whom he had recognized.
The money was not much, because Ran Min knew that it was difficult to get rich as a headhunter, but there was no shortage of oil and water between his fingers;
The reason why I sent some money was just to express my feelings. My brother has been promoted from a prisoner to a full-time member of the Jingnan Army. In two or three years, if my brother's position is higher, he will be able to really cover it. is you.
Nan'an County is not far from the capital, so the person who sent the money tried his best to go and return quickly. On the night when he was about to leave for Yingdu tomorrow morning, Ran Min saw the person who sent the money again. It was said that the head catcher in Nan'an County was no longer there, that he had married the daughter of a butcher in the county and had taken his girl back to his hometown.
Ran Min didn't say anything else when he heard this.
He will leave Yanjing tomorrow and has no time to look for that little brother for the time being. He can only sigh, if we are destined, see you again in the future.
Early the next morning, Ran Min led his men out of the capital and went to the school grounds outside the city to check on them.
Little did they know that when they left the inn, Ji Chengjue was sitting on the second floor of the teahouse opposite, watching them leave.
Eunuch Zhang sat in front of Ji Chengjue and helped pour tea, smiling and saying:
"Master, this guy is quite a good person."
Ji Chengjue smiled and said,
This Ran Min still remembered to give herself some money and flowers, which was indeed very loyal.
Eunuch Zhang continued:
"In just a short time, after a battle, he has transformed from a prison soldier to a full-time army commander. In time, he will be a plain man again."
Ji Chengjue shook his head and said:
"There is only one Zheng Fan in this world."
……
Under the assembly of the school captain, Ran Min's entire team returned to the system.
They came with a total of [-] cavalry this time. When they returned, they found that another [-] cavalry were sent out from the capital, making a total of [-] cavalry. They were escorted by Mao Mingcai, the Minister of War of Dayan, and a team of envoys from the State of Chu.
Ran Min didn't like these Chu people, but he was willing to see them surrender and bow their heads.
The news that the Chu people came to sue for peace and request to conclude an alliance has long been spread. In the handsome tent outside Yupan City, there were actually envoys from the Chu State who were making various negotiations and arguments day and night, but To put it bluntly, it is the side of Yanjing City that can really play a decisive role.
Now, looking at the situation, it seems that the alliance has been negotiated.
This great battle will finally come to an end.
But for some reason, Ran Min always felt a little disappointed. Do you have to let the tens of thousands of Chu troops in Yupan City go back alive?
Although Ran Min knew that this was not something he could care about, he still felt a little unwilling.
Although he has joined the army, the Jianghu habit in his bones still makes him prefer the idea of grudges and grudges. He believes in the principle that if you are in the first grade of junior high school, I will definitely return to the fifteenth grade.
The team began to march.
Mao Mingcai, the Minister of War, was a high-ranking official in the court, but he had a very easy-going personality. During the march, every time he set up camp at night, he would stroll around the camp to take a look, and even took the initiative to come over and chat with Ran Min and the other sergeants. Sitting together, drinking vegetable soup and chatting.
Mainly because he asked and Ran Min and the others answered, the focus was still on the Battle of Wangjiang.
Jing Yang, the envoy of the Chu State, appeared to be much more low-key. He was in the Chu State's envoy team during the march and basically did not come out of the tent at night.
On the contrary, other people in the Chu State's mission would occasionally have conflicts with the Yan people, and the two sides fought a few times. Of course, no weapons were used, and the superiors didn't care much as long as no one was killed.
Marching like this, when they arrived outside Yingdu City, Prince Situ Yu led a group of officials from the palace to greet him.
The main reason is to welcome Mao Mingcai, who is a real high-ranking official of the Yan people after all.
In the inn, Situ Yu first bowed to Mao Mingcai.
Since people give me face like this,
Mao Mingcai was not stingy either. He led the entourage behind him to kneel down and salute Prince Cheng.
Everyone can be regarded as "the guest and the host enjoy themselves".
Situ Yu invited Mao Mingcai to visit Yingdu. He had already hosted a banquet for him, although he had not prepared it at all.
Mao Mingcai also refused as a matter of course, saying that he had the emperor's orders and would not bother him again until he fulfilled his orders.
Then, Situ Yu took the people and left.
Mao Mingcai and his party stayed at this inn and set out tomorrow to cross Wangjiang and arrive at Wang Shuai's tent in Jingnan.
The messenger who reported the news was sent out early, and the front line should have received the news.
In the evening, Mao Mingcai called Ran Min again and chatted with him.
There is a reason why Ran Min can be appreciated by the Sixth Prince. Some people, even if they are in a humble position, can naturally feel the difference and attract people's attention.
The last person to achieve great success in this collection of Taoism was, of course, Hirano Bo.
Ran Min's luck was actually not bad, because Mao Mingcai liked his conversational style and boldness, and the two of them had the intention of putting aside their status grievances and "calling each other brothers".
This is luck, unstoppable luck.
"So, you were supposed to go to Shengle?"
"Yes, sir, we were originally assigned to Sheng Le to guard the area. However, due to the war up front and Prince Jingnan going on an expedition, our group was moved to the front line."
"It's also good luck. I happened to catch up with this battle. It's not easy to go from prisoner to regular soldier."
"That's what the lord said."
"However, if you think about it in other words, if you didn't go to Chengle City and follow that Uncle Hirano, it might be considered a missed opportunity."
"Uncle Hirano, I admire you very much."
A few years ago, he was the leader of Guizhou Province and was among the civilian husbands who were recruited. Then he quickly climbed up the ranks step by step. While constantly being appreciated by the big bosses, he also accumulated unquestionable military achievements time and time again and was awarded the title of Earl of the General Military Register.
Nowadays, the legend of Uncle Zheng is popular everywhere in the Yan army;
After all, no matter what era, this kind of grassroots rise is the most popular and recognized, because most people are grassroots.
"Well, I've always wanted to make friends with Mr. Hirano, but I just didn't have the chance. I've read his book "Zheng Zi's Art of War" no less than three times.
To outsiders, this is undoubtedly a masterpiece of military strategists;
In fact, at first, I felt that some of the things here were written in too general terms, like a framework, which seemed complicated but was actually empty;
But looking at the results achieved by Uncle Zheng's troops along the way, I realized that he might just write it casually for laymen to see. "
"I also bought this book this time at the Capital Bookstore, and I'm reading it recently."
"Okay, watch more, learn more, and think of others when you see the wise. I look forward to having another famous general from Dayan in the future!"
"Thank you for your kind words, sir!"
"You are by no means a thing in the pool. I can give you an explanation in advance. Unfortunately, although I am the Minister of the Ministry of War now, all matters of the Ministry of War are under my jurisdiction, but as for the Jingnan Army, I My hand can't reach in at all."
After saying that, Mao Ming picked up the tea and looked at Ran Min while drinking.
The solicitation here is extremely obvious.
Ran Min naturally knew that it was time to make his own choice.
to be honest,
He actually didn't have much choice.
I am just a minister, but he is the Minister of the Ministry of War.
If someone is willing to talk to me, it is actually giving me a huge face.
After hesitating for a moment,
Ran Min stood up and knelt down to Mao Mingcai:
"The Jingnan Army is Dayan's Jingnan Army, the imperial court's Jingnan Army, and His Majesty's Jingnan Army. Sir, you are the Minister of War, and I should obey your orders!"
Mao Mingcai nodded with satisfaction, stretched out his hand to support him, and said:
"Get up."
"Thank you sir."
Ran Min stood up.
"After this announcement, you can follow me back to Beijing."
"Everything is at your command!"
"okay."
At this time, the soldiers outside the tent reported:
"Sir, the envoy from Chu State wants to see you."
"Let him in."
After speaking, Mao Ming stood up and straightened his clothes.
Ran Min was about to leave, but Mao Mingcai stopped him with a smile and said:
"See you together."
Jingyang walked in, not wearing official uniform, but wearing a robe with the characteristics of Chu.
"Brother Mao."
"Brother Jing."
The two did not address each other by official title, but referred to each other as brothers.
"Brother Jing came here late at night, what do you want to teach me?"
"I don't want to take it seriously. I just feel that after you and I announce the decree together tomorrow, we will be separated. I feel a little reluctant to let go, so I took the liberty to come here late at night to talk about it."
Mao Mingcai nodded and said:
"It just so happens that Prince Cheng gave me some good tea during the day. I will send someone to make tea right away."
"Excellent, excellent."
Ran Min took the tea leaves and went out to boil water without any further instructions.
After walking out of the tent,
He took a deep breath,
Look up at the stars in the sky.
Until now, his brain is actually still a little hot, but he knows that his path has become wider.
Every time Mao Mingcai walked around the camp and talked to everyone, he would express himself deliberately and implicitly. After hard work and hard work, he finally attracted the attention of this important official.
The armor of Jingnan Army,
He really likes it,
But the appreciation of the Minister of War,
He couldn't give up even more.
Ever since that day when he killed people in court, he had sworn in his heart that since the world could not give him true freedom, he would take back everything he wanted on the battlefield.
In fact, Jingyang and Mao Mingcai were really just chatting casually. They didn't talk about anything serious, just the customs of Yan and Chu.
We didn't chat very late. It only took about half an hour before Jingyang got up and said goodbye and went back to his tent.
Ran Min took the initiative to put away the tea set.
Mao Mingcai sat down and
Stretched,
He opened his mouth and said:
"The people of Gan are very elegant, the people of Jin are very polite, the people of Chu are very polite, but I, the people of Yan, are not very interesting.
Haha, this statement is true.
The envoy of the Chu State came to me tonight. Actually, he didn’t want to talk about anything. He just wanted to show him the etiquette of the Chu people. But as a Yan person, it was really too painful to talk to him. "
It’s really uncomfortable to have to talk when you have nothing to say.
Moreover, the two of them cannot talk about serious matters, and they cannot even touch each other. Otherwise, if they spread the word, they will be accused of treason and treason.
Ran Min smiled and said:
"Actually, everyone can live a good life. We Yan people lived too hard in the past."
When Mao Ming heard this, he nodded thoughtfully and said:
"This is an insightful statement. Why can't we Yan people recite poems and compose poems in the south of the Yangtze River? Why can't we Yan people sing as much as we want in Daze, Chu land?
From now on, everything is possible. "
Ran Min responded:
"Hurry."
"Hurry?"
"Because we only have Yangfeng in hand now."
"You...hahaha..."
Mao Mingcai laughed.
Then he waved his hands, stopped laughing, and said:
"That's all. In this case, I don't dare to keep you in the tent for a long time."
"My lord, please rest. I'll take my leave first."
……
Early the next morning, the team set off from the inn.
By noon, the team arrived at Wangjiang River.
When he got on the ferry, Ran Min saw someone galloping on a horse on the other side of the river, but the horse seemed a little too big.
When the ferry reached the middle of the river, the man on horseback on the other side also reined in the horse. It seemed that he had discovered the team and was waiting there.
And Ran Min also saw clearly that the person riding on his crotch was not a horse at all, but a wild beast.
"Which gentleman is on the other side, actually riding a brave beast?"
Ran Min said to himself.
At this time, Mao Mingcai also came over and said with a smile:
"It's not a brave beast, it's a brave beast."
"brave troops?"
The flag of Yan State is the Black Dragon Flag;
But Pixiu is the real totem of the Yan Kingdom, because no one has ever seen a dragon, but Pixiu has always existed.
As for the Pixiu beast, civil and military officials who have reached official positions can actually have the opportunity to receive gifts, but Pixiu is different. Only the real top dignitaries can get it.
"That person on the other side should be the one who almost became the one you climbed to the top of."
"Uncle Zheng?"
"It should be the case. King Jingnan once specifically wrote to the court asking for a brave animal. It is said that it was just to give it to him.
That was before the war started, and then, as expected, just like a sword given to a famous person, Uncle Zheng did indeed fight a very beautiful battle. "
When Ran Min heard this, he longed for it.
Five points of envy, five points of deliberate emotion:
"I want too."
Mao Mingcai heard this and said:
"Do good things in the future, there will be opportunities."
The fleet docked and everyone began to disembark.
Zheng Fan continued to sit on Pi Xiu. For the past two days, he had been in touch with this Pi Xiu.
The effect was unexpectedly good. This Pixiu was obviously different from the last time they met for the first time. He was now particularly kind to me.
General Zheng once thought, is this beast so intelligent that he has learned to despise poverty and love wealth?
In the past, when he was just General Shengle, he ignored him, but now that he is an earl, he is close to him?
In fact, Uncle Zheng was wrong.
Because that night, after being frightened by the "true colors" of many demon kings, in this Pixiu's perception, it had become a "slave" under the demon kings.
Beasts actually have this instinct to surrender and be surrendered. Of course, humans also have it, but humans are good at covering it up.
Therefore, in the view of this Pixiu,
Zheng Fan is the same as himself,
They are all slaves under those demon kings,
The same people and beasts are reduced to the end of the world,
Naturally, we should huddle together to keep warm and comfort our souls.
Uncle Zheng stroked Pi Xiu's mane while waiting for the people on the boat to get off. He looked at the two completely different official uniforms and the flags displayed by the other party. They must be the team coming to declare the alliance.
King Jingnan called him here for a few days. Uncle Zheng had actually been waiting for the so-called scenery, but he didn't see anything.
He didn't dare to go to Tian Wujing to get to the bottom of things, because big shots always liked playing riddles.
Just like Patriarch Bodhi knocking Wukong on the back of the head three times,
If you directly asked for the answer, they would be unhappy.
Furthermore, Tian Wujing has always regarded herself as his "student". Liang Cheng is not around, and Uncle Zheng doesn't even have anyone to help him solve the problem.
At this time,
A very dignified middle-aged man got off the boat. After glancing at the other party's official uniform, Uncle Zheng immediately realized that there was a big fish in the team announcing the decree.
At that moment, Zheng Fan didn't dare to take the big shot, so he immediately turned over and took the initiative to greet him.
Mao Mingcai looked at Zheng Fan, bowed his hands to Zheng Fan, and said:
"Your Majesty, is this Zheng Fan, Uncle Zheng?"
"It's Mr. Zheng, may I ask..."
"I am Mao Mingcai."
"Oh."
"..." Mao Mingcai.
The scene suddenly became awkward.
Then, Zheng Fan opened his mouth and said:
"Long admiration, long admiration."
Mao Mingcai could only hold his hands and said:
"Long time, long time."
To be honest, Zheng Fan really didn't know that the man in front of him named Mao Mingcai was his real leader in name. After all, he was the Minister of the Ministry of War.
But in this "relationship network", the blind man usually does the work and collects information. When Zheng Fan needs it, he directly asks the blind man.
Moreover, General Zheng has been following King Jingnan since his debut. He basically doesn't need any regulations from the Ministry of War. Sometimes even if he comes into contact, he just goes through the normal process.
The most important thing is that Mao Mingcai was the newly appointed Minister of War.
Jing Yang, the envoy from Chu State, came out at this time, glanced at Zheng Fan, then at the Pixiu behind Zheng Fan, and said:
"The envoy of Chu State, Jing Yang, met the wild uncle of Yan State."
"I've met the Chu envoy."
Mao Mingcai was a little depressed. The key to depression was that Zheng Fan didn't seem to really want to show off to himself, but that others might really not know him.
Moreover, the people around him were afraid of Zheng Fan's identity. Even if they saw it, they would not dare to remind him.
You can't point at Zheng Fan and shout arrogantly like in the play:
"Hey, boy, do you know who is standing in front of you!"
In fact, it stands to reason that when the chief military officer meets the Secretary of the Ministry of War, it is really equivalent to meeting the direct leader. However, Zheng Fan has the title of Earl of Pingye personally conferred by Emperor Yan. While Emperor Yan valued military merit, he was also extremely stingy with titles. .
Therefore, by virtue of his status as Uncle Hirano, he deserves to be on an equal footing with Mao Mingcai.
As a last resort, Mao Mingcai could only speak again:
"Uncle Hirano, I am the Minister of the Ministry of War."
"what……"
Zheng Fan smiled and said,
I know I went too far,
So I said it very sincerely:
"Please forgive me, Master Mao."
said,
Zheng Fan made a gesture to kneel down.
Mao Mingcai quickly stretched out his hand to support him.
He also laughed and said:
"Uncle Hiranye opened the border for the country, conquered the snowfields and captured the customs. Although I sit in this position, I live in Yanjing after all, so how can I dare to accept the gift from Uncle Hiranye."
Zheng Fan straightened up, so fast that Mao Mingcai staggered.
Mao Mingcai didn't say anything.
Ran Min on the side saw this scene and silently gritted his back teeth.
In fact, Zheng Fan really "acted in his true colors". He just didn't know him and didn't want to deliberately lose face.
But in Ran Min's view, this kind of "casualty" is what he really yearns for. To be able to be so calm and calm in the face of a minister of the current dynasty is the kind of identity and status he wants.
At the same time, the commander, who had just joined the army for less than a year, sighed slightly in his heart, because he was originally going to be transferred to Shengle City under the man in front of him.
"May I ask where Prince Jingnan is?" Mao Mingcai asked.
"The commander-in-chief of the Chinese army."
"it is good."
This awkward meeting finally came to an end. After the subsequent teams had crossed the river by ferry, the response team from the Jingnan Army over there arrived.
It was not a deliberate neglect, but the team announcing the decree moved a little hastily today. Originally, according to the message from the fast horse yesterday, it was said that they could only cross the river at dusk.
Zheng Fan rode on his Pixiu and walked side by side with Mao Mingcai towards the Chinese army camp.
Mao Mingcai didn't mind Zheng Fan's previous "rudeness" and still talked to Zheng Fan kindly;
General Zheng finally found his acting skills, and he and Mao Mingcai "had a very happy conversation" and "happy to meet each other so late".
In fact, it was because both parties wanted to resolve the previous embarrassment.
When the edict-proclaiming team entered the gate of the Chinese army camp, Chen Yang, the commander-in-chief of the Jingnan Army, came out to greet them instead of King Jingnan.
Chen Yang rode on his horse and gave Mao Mingcai a military salute.
Road:
"Your Majesty has a lot of military affairs, so he specially ordered the general to come to receive Master Mao."
Chen Yang is an old man in the Jingnan Army. He was promoted by Tian Wujing ten years ago and took the position of the commander-in-chief of the Jingnan Army.
Moreover, his attitude was quite cold, with a very clear disrespectful attitude.
Not long ago, King Jingnan refused to accept the imperial edict, causing two eunuchs who announced the edict to be killed on stone lions. The leaders of the Jingnan Army had no regard for the so-called imperial edict team, or even for the so-called Minister of the Ministry of War. Not so cold.
After all, Tian Wujing had personally been in charge of the Jingnan Army for more than ten years. During these years, the Jingnan Army was completely separated from the imperial military department and formed its own system.
You can't control me, why should I be afraid of you?
but,
With Chen Yang for comparison,
Mao Mingcai and others felt that the previous Uncle Hirano was really kind and cute in a rare way.
"Your Majesty has a lot of military affairs, so there is no need to bother with these false gifts, but if you still bother to report to Your Majesty, let me just say that today, the Chu envoy and I will announce the credentials of the two countries."
It means that we don't need to be polite, but when we do serious business, we still need King Jingnan to come forward.
Chen Yang nodded and said:
"General, I will go and report to the prince right now."
Next, the announcement team began to prepare.
In fact, the reason for being so eager was because of Jingyang's urging. The Qingluan army was still starving in Yupan City. If he conveyed the order earlier, fewer Chu soldiers would die.
Zheng Fan did not stay at the mission, but entered the military camp with Chen Yang.
"Did you go to greet him?" Chen Yang asked.
"Do I have that much free time?" Zheng Fan replied, "I just happened to be walking there and bumped into him."
When Chen Yang heard this, he lowered his head and glanced at the Pixiu under Zheng Fan's crotch.
It can be seen that he is indeed envious of Zheng Fan's treatment. At the same time, he did not hide it at all:
"If I have one of these, I will go out for walks often."
Chen Yang's temper was quite to Zheng Fan's liking. He would say whatever he wanted. He seemed cold and disrespectful, but he really wasn't pretending.
Upon hearing this, Uncle Zheng also patted Pi Xiu on the head and said:
"That's not."
Chen Yang said "ha", and when the two of them were approaching the handsome tent, they got off their mounts and walked into it.
Coincidentally, King Jingnan was sitting on a chair outside the handsome tent.
Chen Yang stepped forward to report:
"Your Majesty, the decree-proclaiming team is here. Mao Mingcai, Minister of War, is outside, and they can't wait any longer."
King Jingnan waved his hand and said:
"Help them set the stage."
"Yes, at the end will obey."
Chen Yang immediately went down to make arrangements, but Zheng Fan had nothing to do. His troops were not here, so there was no need for him to make any arrangements.
King Jingnan pointed at Yupan City in the distance.
Road:
"We're going to have peace talks."
Zheng Fan also followed Tian Wujing's tone, sighed and said:
"Pity."
"What a pity?"
Zheng Fan smiled and replied:
"It's a pity that we can't let more Chu people starve to death."
King Jingnan pointed at Zheng Fan and said:
"To be a general, you should have a big picture and great courage."
"Yes, I will eventually be taught."
Tian Wujing stood up.
Road:
"Come, help me put on my armor."
……
There are always Chu troops guarding the walls of Yupan City. They stand very straight and there are many people there, but in fact, this is just a superficial project.
The real situation in Yupan City is that there is a serious shortage of food.
Except for a feint attack by the Yan Army on the day when they defeated the main barbarian army, the Yan Army never launched any siege campaign after that.
The Chu people stood ready on the city wall, while the Yan people built a "wall" around Yupan City.
It's like two people quarreling,
One shouted: Come up!
The other person responded with a disdainful "hehe": Come out!
In fact, the Chu army tried to break through the outer wall several times at the beginning, but the Yan people's counterattack was also very fierce. The Chu people were able to kill them in a short time, but they did not have enough time to demolish the "wall".
After several attempts, the Chu people gave up because demolishing the wall was not of great significance to them.
Outside Yupan City, there is a flat river. The Qingluan army is mainly infantry, while the Yan army is mainly cavalry.
Under the premise that there are no reinforcements outside, the Qingluan Army's breakout will inevitably turn into a tragic rout. The Yan people do not even need to directly attack your military formation, but will constantly harass you in the form of wheel battles, and you will also There is simply no way to hold on for long.
But the food predicament in the city has become extremely serious.
Qu Tiannan stood on the city tower. He saw people wearing Chu official uniforms passing under the city wall several times, shouting from a distance.
But whenever he tried to send people out of the city to contact him, the Yan army on the periphery would immediately kill the people he sent out with arrows.
This is really a weird scene,
It is obvious that the envoys and officials of his country are in the Yan army's commander's tent.
Obviously the so-called peace talks have been going on for so long.
But the Chu army, which is still holding on to Yupan City, has no way to participate.
It's as if they are just a hanging ornament.
If it's really just a hanging decoration, that's actually pretty good.
What makes Qu Tiannan most unbearable is that he can't send anyone out here, but many officials sent by him like to shout outside the city wall.
The effect of their shouting was also obvious. The military morale in the city, which was already floating due to lack of food, began to weaken even more.
To be honest, if he hadn't been unable to get out now, according to Qu Tiannan's temper in the past, he would have killed all those civilian officials who liked to go to the city wall to shout to "appease" the military morale!
Fortunately, the Qingluan Army is, to a certain extent, the private army of the Qu family, so even at this time, Qu Tiannan can still roughly control this army.
But Qu Tiannan doesn't know how long he can last.
As one of the Zhu Kingdoms of Chu, he could understand the imperial court's intention to negotiate peace, because the Chu Kingdom was not completely stable. At the same time, at this time, sending a large army out of Zhennanguan to come here to relieve the siege would be a long and easy journey. Suffered an attack from the Yan people.
But Qu Tiannan still had the idea in his heart that this battle should continue.
Da Chu has its own problems, so is it possible that the Yan people don’t have any problems at all?
The competition between big powers is often about who can bear it better and who can sustain it better.
but,
He looked back at the Qingluan soldier he had brought out behind him.
seem,
It is also gratifying to be able to bring them back home safely.
but,
Can I really do it myself?
“Woooooooooo…”
The sound of horns came from the Yan people's military camp.This is the first time in recent days that the Yan army on the opposite side has made another move.
Qu Tiannan came to the battlements and looked into the distance, his eyes slightly narrowed.
The Yan Army's camp was moved. Groups of Yan Army cavalry began to make large-scale detours in the north and south directions of Yupan City. However, they did not look like they were going to attack the city, because the Yan Army did not push up to attack. City tools.
After the Yan army's military formation was set up, two teams of officials wearing different official uniforms walked toward the Yupan City wall.
The two leaders of both sides held up the imperial edict with both hands, and the followers behind them also displayed the black dragon flag of Yan State and the phoenix flag of Chu State.
Qu Tiannan felt a little confused for a moment.
But a little bit lucky.
At the same time, the Chu troops on the city wall cheered.
The Qingluan Army is the top-ranked army in the Chu Kingdom. Logically speaking, its quality and toughness are not bad. However, no matter how elite the army is, if it has been besieged for so long without food, no matter how brave and bloody it is, it will Be worn down.
The soldiers also knew that the peace talks were successful and the covenant was concluded. They could leave this damn place and return home.
Mao Mingcai and Jingyang are on the right and left,
Spread out the imperial edicts separately,
Mao Mingcai read it first,
Then came Jingyang.
After the edict is read out,
Jingyang entered Yupan City with his national certificate, while Mao Mingcai retreated.
After half an hour,
Qu Tiannan's figure appeared on the tower above the west gate of Yupan City.
"Let us open the city gate. Yes, but I want you, Marquis Jingnan of Yan State, to come out in person with your credentials to vouch for it!"
After the covenant is concluded,
The states of Yan and Chu will become brotherly states.
The Qingluan army trapped in Yupan City will be able to leave the city and return home.
According to the details in the credential, the Qingluan Army does not need to remove its armor, but it must hand over weapons such as weapons, crossbows, and arrows.
Therefore,
As the commander of the Qingluan Army,
Qu Tiannan needed Tian Wujing to come out alone to reassure him.
Of course, he still didn't know that the Marquis of Nan of the Yan Kingdom had been promoted to the title of King, so the title was still Marquis of Jingnan.
For a time,
The Chu army inside the city and the Yan army outside the city became solemn.
However, the oppressive atmosphere did not last long;
When a majestic figure wearing gilt armor and riding a brave animal slowly emerged from the Yan army's formation,
The Chu defenders on the city wall breathed a sigh of relief almost at the same time.
Tian Wujing came to the foot of the city wall and Pixiu stopped.
Qu Tiannan jumped up and slid down from the city wall. He didn't bring any weapons and naturally no horses, so he walked towards Tian Wujing in a majestic manner.
"Tsk tsk tsk..."
Zheng Fan couldn't help but smack his lips.
Is it cool to go to a party alone?Of course handsome.
But to be honest, not everyone would have the guts to go to a meeting alone with King Jingnan.
Without him,
Tian Wujing can defeat the Sword Master!
Not long ago, Uncle Zheng had just taken advantage of the Sword Master's weapon bug and successfully single-handedly attacked the savage Wanhu Grimu.
However, it seems that King Jingnan is not as shameless as himself.
Qu Tiannan stood in front of King Jingnan,
King Jingnan did not dismount.
To put it nicely, the two countries stopped fighting and concluded an alliance, but in fact, Chu was the one who bowed its head. Therefore, as the winner, sitting on Pixiu and looking down at you,
Is something wrong?
Qu Tiannan didn't mind this matter.
He just slowly raised the imperial edict of the Kingdom of Chu that he held in his hand.
King Jingnan also raised the imperial edict of the Kingdom of Yan in his hand.
Although the alliance between the two countries has many details and covers a wide range of topics, it is actually very fast because the Chu State cannot afford to delay.
"Tian Wujing, I lost, but I have to take responsibility for the men under my command.
I want you to take this oath of alliance,
After the oath, I immediately ordered the city gate to be opened! "
finished,
Qu Tiannan looked at Tian Wujing.
for a while,
Tian Wujing said:
"Huang Tian is here and the earth is the proof. If I, Tian Wujing, violate the covenant, my body will rot and my soul will fall forever. I will be abandoned by heaven!"
Qu Tiannan watched Tian Wujing finish his oath,
turn around,
He waved to the back.
"Squeak..."
The gate of Yupan City, which had been closed for several months, was slowly opened from the inside.
Groups of Chu soldiers who could clearly be seen as hungry and even pale-faced lined up and walked out of the city gate.
Their weapons were all abandoned at the gate of the city.
Qu Tiannan turned around, looked at Tian Wujing on Pixiu, and said:
"If I have a chance in this life, I will let you Tian Wujing go."
King Jingnan ignored it.
Pixiu turned around and returned to the army.
Jingyang also walked out of the city gate and came to Qu Tiannan, saying:
"Zhu Guo, the regent knows how hard it is for you."
Qu Tiannan shook his head and said:
"We'll have to talk about this after we return to China."
immediately,
Feeling that his words were a little too cold, he said:
"It's all thanks to your hard work."
"Zhu Guo's words are serious. Zhu Guo can gather his troops. I will go to the Yan Army Lieutenant General to put the final touches on the covenant. At the same time, let the Yan people give us some food in accordance with the covenant.
Soldiers, thank you for your hard work. "
When Qu Tiannan heard this, he sighed.
When he went out to fight, he really never thought that the battle would end in this situation and end in such an extremely humiliating way.
……
"Oh, you actually bring it up for fun."
Although he already knew the approximate outcome of the covenant, Uncle Zheng still found it interesting that in this era, there was still such behavior of releasing prisoners of war.
Of course, the Chu people did not feel that they were prisoners of war. Because they had concluded an alliance, the Chu army should return home.
The State of Yan also used this Qingluan army as a bargaining chip, hoping to obtain more benefits from the State of Chu.
However, Zheng Fan also heard the blind man say that the habits of the Chu people were different from those in other places, because the Chu people used the model of great nobles to govern their country.
Therefore, there will be a situation where several big nobles fight against each other, and in the end even if they capture the opponent's general, they will send him back.
In a war, soldiers can die, but nobles must live.
In fact, the Spring and Autumn Period that Zheng Fan was familiar with also used this method of playing. The generals and nobles would be resettled, and then sent back after receiving a ransom.
The same was true in the European Middle Ages. Even in war, both sides would have a tacit understanding to protect the lives of nobles.
Because both of them felt that they were nobles, their lives were naturally much more valuable than those of ordinary soldiers.
The untouchable Guizhou head, if it is consumed, it will be consumed, it doesn't matter.
When the Chu people were leaving the city, Jingyang found Mao Mingcai and asked Mao Mingcai to abide by the covenant and allocate a batch of grain and grass first.
After King Jingnan returned to the army, he did not stop and rode Pixiu directly to Wangjiang River.
Zheng Fan and a group of personal guards followed behind.
King Jingnan got off Pixiu and stood on the bank of Wangjiang River.
The guards did not dare to step forward and disturb the prince at this time.
Only Zheng Fan came over.
King Jingnan stretched out his hand and pointed at Wangjiang in front of him.
Road:
"What do you think of the scenery here?"
Zheng Fan said: "The river is vast, the sky is high and the clouds are light."
"Yeah, it's too bland."
"Your Highness, let them go this time. After a few years of recuperation, I will accompany you again and sort them out again."
Tian Wujing smiled,
turn around,
Looking at Zheng Fan,
Road:
"I just told you that as a general, you should have great courage. Do you think this is what the king cares about now?"
"No, Your Majesty, that's not what I meant. Your Majesty's mind is naturally broader than the sun and the moon. Your admiration for Your Majesty will be as endless as the water of Wangjiang River..."
Tian Wujing raised his hand and interrupted Zheng Fan's cumbersome flattery.
Zheng Fan also closed his mouth knowingly.
Tian Wujing turned to face Wangjiang and stood with his hands behind his back.
Zheng Fan just stood here with him.
a long time,
Tian Wujing said:
"Xue Customs General Zheng Fan listens to the order."
Zheng Fan was stunned for a moment, but immediately knelt down on one knee and said sincerely:
"The end is here!"
Tian Wujing squatted down,
Holding a handful of river water with both hands,
While washing his hands he said calmly:
"Put them to death."
(End of this chapter)
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