It's broken, and was picked up by a femme fatale

Lu Yuan’s premonition was very accurate.

The officer who came was the company commander of the Security Corps and the backer behind the thieves’ theft.

In fact, during the reign of Prince Ning, he was the leader of this group of troublemakers.

After failing to negotiate and bribe the patrol captain, he decided to kill him.

He deliberately laughed and said, "Okay! Very good! Then I don't care..."

As he said this, he walked angrily towards the gate.
Just when the captain breathed a sigh of relief,
The company commander suddenly took action and grabbed the patrolman outside the door by the throat.

Then he dragged him into the yard and closed the door behind him.

Upon seeing this, the gang of thieves burst into laughter and surrounded the patrol team with their knives and guns tightly grasped.

The squad leader pointed at the security captain and shouted angrily:
"You want to rebel?"

"Who can I blame? I already gave you a chance...

What a pity, you don't appreciate it, so now I can only ask you to die!"

The team leader asked, "How are you going to explain to the regiment commander if you kill us?"

"Hahaha!"

The company commander laughed wildly and said, "Of course you kidnapped and extorted... this foreign businessman..."

He pointed at Lu Yuan standing beside him and continued:
"I saw injustice and drew my sword to save people. I will kill all of you!"

The team leader clenched his sword and said bitterly, "Do you think you can cover the sky with one hand?"

"I'm the company commander, you're a soldier, who do you think the regiment believes in?"

As he spoke, he stepped forward.

The team leader knew that the night would not end peacefully, so he said, "Brothers, fight them!"

The company commander said arrogantly: "There is a road to heaven but you don't take it. There is no door to hell but you come here to surrender! None of you will survive!"

After saying that, he broke the cervical vertebra of the team member in his hand.

The thieves shouted together and swarmed forward.

Lu Yuan was furious.

You bastard, you actually killed someone in front of me to silence him!
"Ka! Ka Ka Ka!"

A series of crisp explosions sounded.

The company commander and all the bandits lay prone on the ground.

The captain felt a flash before his eyes.
Then, I found that all the opponents had fallen down.

Oh my God, what is going on?
Immediately, the company commander and the bandits came to their senses, holding their calves and howling like pigs being slaughtered.

“Ahhh~~Ahhh…it hurts so much…”

The team leader looked around in confusion, but the yard was quiet inside and outside.

He also realized that no matter who did it, it must be to help him.

So he asked his subordinates to control the company commander and the bandits, and sent someone to request reinforcements from the temporary government office.

When he searched the yard, he not only found Lu Yuan's bag,
They also unexpectedly discovered that a family of five was hiding in the woodshed in the backyard, and they had obviously been dead for many days.

What a bunch of unscrupulous villains!
The yamen sent people to take all the people to the yamen lobby.

I heard that my company commander colluded with thieves to kill people and rob goods.
Xiahou Zun rushed over with the battalion commander.

With both witnesses and evidence present, the company commander could not deny it.

"Master, spare my life! I won't dare to do it again!"

Xiahou Zun asked sternly:
"During the reorganization, I said two things: first, do things in an orderly manner;
Second, be an honest person. You all promised to do that.
Now, you have killed people and robbed them. Even if I want to release you, the military law will not forgive you!"

After saying that, he took out his box gun and pointed it at the company commander's head.

"Bah!"

As the smoke cleared, the sinful company commander went to hell.

Xiahou Zun said: "Come here,
Hang this bastard’s body on the camp gate and display it to the public for three days!
Tell every brother that we are soldiers, we eat and wear what the people give us.

From now on, anyone in the Security Corps who bullies our parents will be shot!"

As for the bandits, although they should be killed, they are not soldiers and are under the jurisdiction of the government.

Xiahou Zun wisely did not intervene, and left with the guards, taking the company commander's body.

Lu Yuan nodded.

As long as the commander is awake, the Security Corps can still be saved.

The military police captain would naturally not let the thieves go.
The case was so obvious that every thief confessed and signed his name.

"Detain them and hold a public trial tomorrow morning!"

The only thing that puzzled the captain of the gendarmerie was,
Who is the expert who secretly rescued the patrol team?

He once doubted Lu Yuan.

But no matter how they tested, they found no spiritual power feedback from the other party.

In fact, Lu Yuan's concealment of his realm strength was flawless.

As a mere gendarmerie captain, he naturally had no idea.

In desperation, the military police captain could only let Lu Yuan leave.

In the files, he attributed the case to the "Nameless Knight".

The next morning, Lu Yuan did not go to watch the Jiujiang "Public Trial Meeting".
Go straight out of the city and head west.

Although, after much effort, only a company commander and several bandits were killed,
But, a single leaf can tell the coming of autumn, and a small thing can tell the big picture.

The order and people's hearts in Jiujiang City are basically good, so there won't be any major problems.

He rode the phoenix and rushed north for two thousand miles until he arrived at Jinyang City.

After the Jinbei Frontier Army signed a secret agreement with the Chinese Army,
Kilton sent out a 2,000-man advance team.
They sneaked into Jinyang secretly and surrounded the Russian task force and the new recruits camp with lightning speed.

Seeing that the situation was hopeless and the morale of his troops was low, Captain Maozi had no choice but to lay down his arms and surrender.

It can be said that the land of Sanjin fell completely into the hands of the Suzaku Brigade.

If we say that Jiangxi Province is poor and has bad waters and produces unruly people, then Shanxi Province is different.
Since ancient times, Shanxi has been a "beautiful place" with beautiful mountains and rivers.

In ancient warfare, war horses and leather were key strategic military supplies.

The trade between Shanxi and the outside world has a long history.
Therefore, the saying “Shanxi merchants are the richest in the world” is by no means groundless.

Unlike other places, Shanxi merchants like to hide their earnings in cellars.

Although the house looks plain and the clothes are ordinary,
But every household is well-off.

The officers and soldiers of the Suzaku Brigade were also reorganized troops.

After rashly arriving in a wealthy place, can Kilton control his subordinates?
What's more, Zhang Xiaoliu, this playboy and waste,
If one were to spend huge sums of money to win over corrupt military officers, how many people would be able to withstand the test?

Similarly, Lu Yuan entered Jinyang carrying a bag of orchids.

Unexpectedly, the situation when entering the city this time was different from that in Jiujiang.

The guards guarding the city gates were charged a "city entry fee" of 10 cents per person.

However, these city defense officers and soldiers are all Zhang Xiaoliu's subordinates.

Before the public change of flag,

The Suzaku Brigade was only stationed in the Russian barracks and the recruit camp in the north of the city.

There were only plainclothes military police in the city, who were enforcing military discipline on the officers and soldiers of the Suzaku Brigade entering the city.

In order not to alert the enemy, Lu Yuan put in his backpack:

There were only ordinary clothes and a few scattered copper coins.

The guard took the ten cents and cursed him in disappointment, "Poor bastard".
He waved his hand in disdain and let Lu Yuan enter the city.

Jinyang City is also the most prosperous place in Jin Province.
There is everything you need for food, drink, entertainment and accommodation.

Lu Yuan carried a bag and roamed the streets and alleys like lightning, quickly collecting various public opinions.

In less than half a day, he made a decision.

First he went to the residence of Guo Linsong in northwestern Shanxi and said to the guard at the door:
"Please inform General Guo that the Chinese envoy is here to visit us."

Chinese envoy?
There seems to be a rumor recently that the Chinese Army secretly entered Jinyang. Could it be...

The guard did not dare to delay and immediately went in to inform Guo Linsong.

After a while, the guards came out and led Lu Yuan into the main hall of Guo's mansion.

Lu Yuan bowed and smiled, "I have long admired General Guo. I am Li Shizhen, and I come for peace."

Guo Linsong narrowed his eyes and looked at Lu Yuan's plump appearance.

He asked calmly, "Who asked you to come?"

Wow, they didn’t even give me a seat.

Since you don't follow the rules, there's no need for me to be polite.

Lu Yuan smiled and leisurely sat in the left guest seat.
Guo Linsong was stunned.
He didn't expect that the messenger would sit down so boldly.

What a courage!

However, something even more unexpected happened.

"I've heard that General Guo is a man of honor. Bring us some tea, fruit and snacks!"

Guo Linsong laughed loudly:
"Haha, what courage!
The only one who dares to be so arrogant in front of me is my eldest brother!"

Lu Yuan said calmly: "What you said is,
Zhang Huzi, who died in the Huanggubao? In my opinion, he was just a reckless man! "

Hey!

Even though Guo Linsong and the Zhang family are at loggerheads, in his heart, Zhang Huzi will always be his idol.

"Shh!"

The long sword was unsheathed, emitting a cold glow, with the blade pointing at Lu Yuan.

"How dare you! Are you tired of living?"

The guards naturally didn't look happy when the Marshal showed off his power.

They all pointed their guns at Lu Yuan, waiting for the order.
They turned this ignorant messenger into a hornet's nest.

How could Lu Yuan be afraid of these trivial things? He just smiled slightly.

"What Guo Shuai said is true. Who would think that their life is too long?

It's just that everyone has to die, some are heavier than Mount Tai, some are lighter than a feather...

I wonder if Guo Shuai is Mount Tai or a feather?"

Guo Linsong's face flushed, but he suppressed his anger.
"Do you really think that I dare not kill you?"

Lu Yuan smiled and said, "Even if you want to kill me, can you let me tell you my purpose before killing me?"

"Hehe! I know it even if you don't tell me.
It’s nothing more than high positions and generous salaries, and you just want me to join your Chinese Army…”

"Clap clap clap!"

Lu Yuan clapped his hands softly: "What do you think, General Guo?"

Guo Linsong sneered: "Can you afford what I want?"

This sentence undoubtedly revealed his intention.
As one of the most experienced generals in the frontier army,
He knows better than anyone how powerful the Chinese army is.

It was obvious that the Russians were going to fail, and the Three Jins would be swallowed up by the Chinese army sooner or later.

However, he was living in northwestern Shanxi and had no moral standing, so it was difficult for him to compete with Jinyang.

So, as soon as the guards reported, he immediately summoned the messenger.

Even when Lu Yuan offended him several times, he suppressed his anger.

In fact, his current situation is very embarrassing.

Since occupying northwest Shanxi, he has nearly 10,000 troops under his command.

Just the food for people and horses is a huge expense every day.

At first, they raised money from wealthy merchants.
But no one's money comes from floods.
After one or two times, seeing that Marshal Guo was a bottomless pit, wealthy businessmen fled one after another.

Seeing the bad situation, small and medium-sized merchants and small landlords either closed their shops or hid their grain and money.
In short, I have no money but I have my life.

Soon, his subordinates began to argue about the legitimate and illegitimate children.
The old subordinates and the troops recruited from captured people have quarreled several times over the amount of money and food.

If this continues, division is inevitable.

Since the Chinese military envoys have come, they must be seeking amnesty.
In any case, we have to ask for a huge sum of money first, then stabilize the morale of the troops.

Lu Yuan remained calm and asked, "Well, tell me! Even if the deal doesn't work out, there's still righteousness!"

"I want the general of Jinbei, the three Jins can be evenly matched!"

Lu Yuan laughed and said, "Shuai Guo, stop joking.
If you are not sincere, I will go to the Imperial City..."

Guo Linsong was stunned.
What do you mean?
Why are you mentioning the imperial city?
No, he meant Brother Zhang who was studying in the imperial city!
Among the troops in northern Shanxi, the one he feared most, besides Zhang Huzi, was Zhang Zongchang.
So, is the other party just talking casually, or does he really have this idea?

The reason is simple. The useless Zhang Xiaoliu must be kicked out.
Then, according to the tradition of succession from elder brother to younger brother, Zhang Zongchang's rank is higher than Guo Linsong's.

After thinking it over, Guo Linsong's expression slowed down, and he put down his sword.

His guards wisely put away their guns and stood at attention.

"What's your price?"

"I mean, don't worry about Sanjin..."

"what?!"

Guo Linsong never expected that the Chinese army actually wanted to drive him away?

Listen, is this human talk?

Lu Yuan smiled and said, “Don’t worry, General Guo!
A tree that is moved will die, but a person who is moved will live. Even a three-year-old child understands this…"

Ok?
Guo Linsong was puzzled: "What do you mean?"

"It's very simple. I will provide you with equipment, money and food.
You expand westwards, and the territory you conquer will be divided 70% to 30%."

Suck~~
Guo Linsong was stunned for a while, then suddenly chuckled coldly.

"Tsk tsk! You guys are just using me as a gun, what a good plan!"

Lu Yuan spread his hands and said:

"Guo Shuai thought, who in the world is not a gun?

Even if you become a general, aren't you still Emperor Linggui's spear?"

Uh!
Guo Linsong almost choked to death.

But, the truth is simple, the messenger is right.
Even if he is a general of the first rank with outstanding achievements, so what?
Wasn't it because he was forced to rebel by Emperor Linggui, whose son had died?

From this perspective, the conditions of the Chinese army seem to be quite good.

Guo Linsong was really fed up with the poor life. Being able to earn 30% was better than living off all the money.

He swallowed and asked:
"What about equipment and food?"

Lu Yuan smiled and said: "After checking,
According to the unified standards of our army, they will be equipped with artillery, muskets and ammunition."

In the past, the food and wages of the troops in northern Shanxi were very generous.
However, it benefited senior officers while made life difficult for the grassroots soldiers.

The Chinese Army is different. It has military police supervision and "eating empty salaries" is strictly prohibited.

This is also why the Chinese Army,

The main reason for maintaining high morale no matter how bad the situation is.

Guo Linsong, who was trapped both internally and externally, finally succumbed to reality.

"Okay! That's it! When will you send someone to check it out?"

Lu Yuan smiled and said, "So, it is Li who is late?"

Guo Linsong is nicknamed "Guo Guizi". He speaks the truth to people and lies to ghosts.

Now that he had made the decision, he felt much more relieved.

"Alas, when I first saw my elder brother rectifying the Three Jins, it was so easy.
Now that I think about it, my elder brother is still smarter! I am not as good as him..."

Lu Yuan nodded. It is important for people to know themselves.
Every failure makes you wiser. After walking through mud, you will become much more stable.

He took out a stack of banknotes from his pocket and handed it over.

"It's just a small gift for meeting you. Please accept it, Mr. Guo."

Guo Linsong was overjoyed.
Hey, if you have this thing, why didn't you tell me earlier?

We were so tense just now, I feel so embarrassed.

"Haha! Brother Li, you are too polite... Hey, bring the tea quickly, good tea..."

He took the banknote and ordered loudly:

"Forget it! Let Tianxianglou prepare a table of fine wine and feast. Brother Li and I will not leave until we are drunk!"

Lu Yuan stood up with a smile and said:

"Guo Shuai, there's no need to be so polite. I have something else to do. I'll leave first!"

Guo Linsong was unwilling to let it go and said:

"Oh, this won't do, absolutely not!

Coming to me and returning hungry is a slap in my face.

When I go to Incheon in the future, I won’t be able to face the King of China…”

Lu Yuan laughed and said:

"Don't worry, he already knew you.
If you work hard, you will have everything in the future."

what?
Guo Linsong was surprised and delighted, and asked eagerly:

"Really? The King has heard of me?"

Lu Yuan smiled slightly: "Of course... Guo Shuai, see you later!"

After saying this, he dodged and jumped into the courtyard.
Then he leaped lightly, stepped onto the phoenix and flew north.

Guo Linsong, who was looking up at this scene, was stunned.

My God, the divine pet Zhurong bird!
Envoy Li...is actually the King of China?!
He He……

I was so stupid that I pointed a knife at him... I had a close call with death!
He instinctively touched the back of his neck and broke out in a cold sweat.

Lu Yuan went straight to the headquarters of the Suzaku Brigade outside the Great Wall and slipped into Kilton's tent.

With the help of the medicine given by Lu Yuan, Kilton has reached the peak level of Grand Master.

Suddenly he noticed a figure in the tent and instinctively reached for his gun.

He glanced over and saw that it was the king. He was so scared that he took three steps back and let go of the gun.

Immediately, he knelt on one knee and said, "I, your humble servant, pay my respects to the king!"

Lu Yuan nodded: "No need to be polite! Get up!"

Kilton stood up, looking straight ahead.

"What is the king's order?"

"There are three things for you to do!" (End of this chapter)