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If Gao Qiu innocently killed [-] villagers and lied about "killing [-] enemies" as a victory in the first battle, then Liang Xin's first battle in Xi'an City can be called a good start.

This battle in Xi'an.Liang Xin successfully captured the city of Xi'an, killing more than [-] enemy heads, and he also captured Li Da.Li Da was a vanguard general in the Shandong rebel army, and also the brother-in-law of "Shandong King" Liang Rui.Capturing him would definitely dampen the spirit of the rebels.

early morning.Liang Xin inspected the city defense of Xi'an City.The city of Xi'an has a high wall and strong walls. With it as a backing, Liang Xin can completely consume it slowly with the 10 people in his hands and the Shandong rebels.On the war of attrition, Liang Xin is backed by the entire Song Dynasty, and there is no need to worry about food, grass, weapons and other materials.The rebels have always lived by plundering. Once they can no longer obtain food by force, they will collapse themselves.

Leading troops to fight, Liang Xin knew that he was not enough, so he has been asking Lin Chong for advice for the past two days, and at the same time studying various military books.But Liang Xin is a good person. He knows that his hardware is insufficient and he will think of using software to make up for it.What is software?For example, he would eat and chat with the soldiers, he would care about whether the soldiers were tired from standing guard at night, and he would sneak into the camp to cover the soldiers with quilts.

Perhaps these seem insignificant to modern people.However, in the Northern Song Dynasty, which paid attention to the distinction between superiors and inferiors, Liang Xin did these things as the marquis of loyalty and the commander-in-chief of an army, which was enough to make the soldiers almost cry.In just a few days, Liang Xin had already won the respect of all the imperial guards.

certainly.Liang Xin did not forget to write a memorial to Zhao Ji about his achievements this time.Unlike Gao Qiu, Liang Xin's good news was sent by Hai Dongqing, who was raised by Bai Lao, and it didn't even take a day to travel from Xi'an to Bianjing.

The victory report was sent to the palace to Zhao Ji. After reading the victory report, Zhao Ji was not immediately happy, but deeply suspicious.He ordered a group of ministers to be summoned, and soon dozens of court ministers gathered in the Chui Gong Hall.

Zhao Ji ordered the attendant next to him to read the victory report, and after reading it, Zhao Ji asked the courtiers in the ground calmly, neither sad nor happy: "What do you think of the victory report sent by the Lord Zhongyi?"

The courtiers didn't understand what Zhao Ji wanted to express at first, so they looked at each other, and no one spoke first.In the end, everyone focused their attention on Grand Master Cai Jing, who was given a seat by the imperial court, and then sat on the side.

Cai Jing raised his half-closed eyes slightly, and then he cast his gaze on Yu Shi Zhongcheng Ma Chaoyun.Ma Chaoyun has been in the Northern Song Dynasty for more than 20 years, and Cai Jing has always been taking care of and promoting him.Therefore, Ma Chaoyun will voluntarily say what Cai Jing is unwilling to say for him.

Like now.Ma Chaoyun took a step forward and said: "Reporting to the emperor, I think there is something strange about this success report."

"Oh?" Zhao Ji nodded slightly. He didn't feel that Ma Chaoyun's words were abrupt, but he felt something strange in his heart.Because he couldn't believe that Liang Xin, who had never been in contact with military affairs, could achieve such a great success in the first battle.

"What's wrong? Ma Aiqing just ask." Zhao Ji said.

Ma Chaoyun cupped his hands and said: "I think there are three things that are strange. First, Zhongyi Houzhong has never been in touch with military affairs, so how could he achieve such a success in the first battle? You must know that the rebels are insidious and cunning, and even Gao Taiwei, who is good at military affairs Be deceived by them so that the army is almost defeated."

"Yes. That's right. That's right. Ma Zhongcheng really sees things clearly." Hearing what Ma Chaoyun said, the ministers in the court nodded in agreement. They knew very well that what Ma Zhaoyun said at this time was equivalent to what Cai Jing said.Supporting Ma Chaoyun at this moment is tantamount to showing loyalty to Cai Jing.

"Hmm. That makes sense. What about the other two points?" What Ma Chaoyun said happened to be what Zhao Ji was thinking, so he continued to ask.

Hearing the emperor's approval, Ma Chaoyun suddenly gained confidence. He coughed twice and cleared his throat, then straightened his chest and said as if pointing Jiangshan: "Secondly, the Li Da mentioned in the Zhongyihou Jiebao, this person is The brother-in-law of Liang Rui, the leader of the Shandong rebel army. How could Liang Rui let him lead his troops away from the main army alone?

As for the third thing.It sounds simple, but it is the biggest question in this good news.I figured it out.It hasn't been long since the Marquis of Zhongyi left.It stands to reason that even if he traveled day and night, he had just arrived in Xi'an not long ago. Why did Jiebao arrive in Bianjing so quickly? "

"That's right. He just arrived in Xi'an, but the good news has already spread to Bianjing. Could it be that he can fly?"

All the courtiers immediately talked about it, and Zhao Ji suddenly realized.That's right, if you went to Xi'an and fought a battle with someone, you will win the battle.It will take at least three days for the urgent delivery from eight hundred miles, why did it arrive so soon?

The more Zhao Ji thought about it, the more angry he became.I trust you so much, how dare you lie to me.

Before Zhao Ji could say anything, Cai Jing suddenly said, "Your Majesty, I have something to announce."

Zhao Ji suppressed the anger in his heart and asked Cai Jing: "Grand Master Cai has something to do, but it's okay to say."

Cai Jing nodded slightly and said: "According to the news from below, Fang La of Qingxi County learned about the rebellion in Shandong, and unexpectedly joined the rebellion. I am thinking that since I can know about this matter, then claiming the news Lingtong’s West Factory shouldn’t know about it, right?”

"What? Fang La also started to rebel?" Zhao Ji felt cold all over, and for a moment he was full of doubts.Does Liang Xin know about this?Yes, it is impossible for him not to know about the well-informed West Factory.Then he knows why he didn't report it?I also want to take my [-] soldiers and horses to face the Shandong rebels.

Why did his good news pass on so quickly?Could it be that he had prepared this good news when he set off, and then calculated the wrong time when he submitted it?Does he have his own considerations for all this?What does he want to do?Could it be that he wants...he wants to dominate the army in this troubled world?

Thinking of this, Zhao Ji slammed the table, stood up solemnly and said, "Yushi Zhongcheng Ma Chaoyun!"

Ma Chaoyun walked out of the queue and stood in the middle of the court hall.Zhao Ji gritted his teeth and said: "You lead a hundred people to pass the decree and honor, and go to Xi'an to declare Zhongyi Hou Liang Xin and return to the court immediately. If he doesn't return to the court, he will immediately take over his military power on the spot!"

"Yes!" Ma Chaoyun accepted the order awe-inspiringly, with the appearance of a generous and righteous warrior.In fact, Ma Chaoyun knew very well that Liang Xin might be a fake report of victory, but he absolutely did not dare to rebel, because he had just led the new army and his hearts were not stable. Who would rebel with him?Even if it is a rebellion, what will those troops eat without the imperial court supporting him?

After receiving the imperial decree, Ma Chaoyun hurriedly ordered a hundred guards to accompany him to Xi'an.He rode the fastest five-horse horse in the imperial city, intending to rush to Xi'an as quickly as possible to win Liang Xin, so as to get rid of this future hidden danger for Cai Jing.

Here in Xi'an.Liang Xin waited for two days at leisure, and the so-called Shandong rebels finally arrived.

Shandong rebels.Judging by the attire, it is indeed a rabble.Most of the military uniforms they wore and the weapons in their hands were seized from the officers and soldiers of the Song Dynasty. In addition, most of them wore coarse linen clothes and straw sandals on the soles of their feet.

But what surprised Liang Xin was why the number of Shandong rebels was increasing again?But after thinking about it, he felt normal.Rebellion, naturally, the more people there are, the greater the momentum.Whenever they pass through a border, these Shandong rebellious troops will inevitably coerce the local strong men to join the rebellion, so the number of people will naturally increase.

A dense army was pressing towards the city of Xi'an. Seeing so many people, the Imperial Guards on the city tower were constantly swallowing their breath, and they seemed a little nervous.

Liang Xin stood on the tower and rubbed his hands. He asked Lin Chong in a low voice, "Lin Chong. Do we have any hope of defending this city of Xi'an?"

Lin Chong nodded and said, "Don't worry, my lord. The rebels don't have powerful siege equipment, so we will definitely be able to defend the city of Xi'an. As long as we consume these rebels for a few days, when they run out of food and grass, they will definitely be defeated without attacking. "

"How many days will it take them?" Liang Xin glanced at the city, then sighed, "I'm afraid we don't have time to spend with them."

As soon as Liang Xin finished speaking, a tall middle-aged man with a height of nearly two meters and a beard all over his face rode a tall horse to the city.

The strong man didn't seem to be afraid of Liang Xin letting people shoot arrows, he pulled the horse's rein and shouted loudly to the tower: "Is the general in the city here?"

Liang Xin was stunned for a moment, poked his head out and replied, "I am the chief general of this city, who are you? Report your name."

The strong man cupped his fists and said boldly, "I am the king of Shandong, Liang Rui!"

ps: There will be another chapter in a while.Ask for collections and red tickets, thank you everyone.....