The evil forces roaming the heavens

Chapter 1687 Feng Xifan: "Is he really that good at fighting?"

Southern Yunnan, the Prince of Pingxi's Palace
Upon receiving the good news, the people present were discussing matters.

Should we attack Guangxi first, or enter Sichuan?

Just as both sides were discussing the matter, an excited shout came from outside the door: "Great victory! Great victory! Your Highness!"

Stunned, Wu Yinglin was puzzled, wondering what kind of good news could come from this.
"Could it be that Zhang Xinzhi has taken over Yue Le and captured Lincheng?"

Surprised, Zheng Keshuang couldn't help but ask.

"Impossible! Yue Le is a renowned general. Even with a minor victory, he cannot take Lincheng!"

With a serious expression, Feng Xifan knew all too well the value of Yue Le's talent!
Daishan: What is he?
"Your Highness, a great victory at Zhijin! General Zhang has killed the Manchu prince Yue Le in battle and slaughtered more than half of the Eight Banners cavalry. Of the 120,000 troops, only 60,000 have retreated to Zunyi!"

As soon as the messenger finished speaking, the entire palace fell silent.
Even Feng Xifan plucked out his beard, turned his head in disbelief, and shouted, "Wh-what?"

"The Manchu Yue Le was killed in battle by General Zhang!"

He spoke to Feng Xifan again, and the messenger cavalryman immediately delivered a report of victory.

But as soon as Wu Yinglin opened it, the crowd around him immediately surrounded him.
Seeing everyone's expressions, Wu Yinglin also spread it out on the table.
After everyone saw the genuine battle report, they froze on the spot, speechless for a long time.
"Lord Feng? Didn't you say it was impossible to win?"

Turning his head, Mu Jiansheng looked at Feng Xifan with a face full of suspicion.
"Is he really that good at fighting?"

As he began to answer his own question, Feng Xifan felt his head buzzing.

It's a fact that Zhang Cheng is a good fighter, but why didn't anyone tell him that?
You know, that's Aisin-Gioro Yue Le!

But now, Zhang Cheng has shown everyone with reality that he can fight even better than Yue Le!

"With the capture of Lincheng, only 60,000 troops remain in Zunyi in Guizhou!"

Wu Yinglin spoke in disbelief, his face blank with shock.
You have to understand, he only gave Zhang Cheng 20,000 men, and they were all untrained. Yet, these 20,000 men actually defeated the Manchu elite and even killed Yue Le in battle!
How did he fight?

"Now I feel that attacking Guilin and Sichuan should not be a problem. What do you all think?"

Looking at the people present, Wu Yinglin couldn't help but put his hands on his hips.
Because Zhang Cheng is such a capable fighter, they don't need reinforcements. Why bother attacking Gui and Shu? If they want to fight, they should fight both sides at once!

"Your Highness is wise!"

Giving a thumbs-up, Mu Jiansheng couldn't help but burst into laughter.

But the next second, Mu Jiansheng turned his head and said, "Quickly, have someone investigate General Zhang's background and whether he is married!"

Staring at Mu Jiansheng in shock, Zheng Keshuang exclaimed dumbfounded, "That's someone from my Yanping Prince's Mansion!"

"So what if it is? Young Master, are you going to stand in the way of other people's marriages?"

When Mu Jiansheng spoke to Zheng Keshuang, he couldn't help but look at him. There was nothing he could do; having a younger sister made him so arrogant!
Upon hearing Mu Jiansheng's words, Zheng Keshuang looked at Feng Xifan, because he felt that Zhang Cheng's fighting prowess was not necessarily a good thing!

"Don't rush, let me think about it!"

Sitting in his chair, Feng Xifan remained silent for a long time before finally saying, "Damn it, is this kid even human?"

In Lincheng, the army is resting and posting orders to reassure the people.

Standing in the vast square, looking at the villagers whose very posture exuded "simple and honest folk customs," Zhang Cheng couldn't help but cough.

"Gentlemen, gentlemen, from this day forward, your suffering is over. We will divide the land."

Shouting to the villagers below, Zhang Cheng couldn't help but squint.

As soon as Zhang Cheng finished speaking, everyone present was stunned. "Sir, is this for real?"

"Yeah, it's not going to be a trap for us, is it?"

"My passionate horse, land distribution? No way!"

Just as the group was discussing amongst themselves, Zhang Cheng immediately roared, "Quiet down! From this day forward, I will lead you all to reclaim the lands occupied by the Manchu nobles and distribute them to you. These lands belong to you all, and also to us."

After saying this, Zhang Cheng continued, "Furthermore, from today onwards, anyone who joins the army will receive rations and land."

At this point, Zhang Cheng had the boxes brought out. These were the items seized from the Manchu nobles who had failed to escape.
He kicked the box over, revealing gleaming gold and silver inside.
Looking at his fellow villagers, Zhang Cheng shouted, "Feeding my family is nothing. I want everyone to be fed. If there's not enough grain, we'll fight. If there's not enough land to go around, we'll rob it!"

"If the Qing Dynasty doesn't have enough silver and grain, what will we do? Then I'll lead you to fight the Japanese pirates. If the Japanese pirates don't work, we'll fight the foreigners."

Looking down with a serious expression, Zhang Cheng couldn't help but smile.
"The Li family? Attack them!"

"Yes, we'll fight according to the general's orders!"

"If that's not enough, let's go fight!"

Just then, shouts of "Several people!" rang out from the crowd, and the surrounding people became even more excited.

There isn't three feet of flat land, and the sky isn't clear for three days in a row.
Surviving in such a harsh environment, the people of Guizhou learned one thing: fists are always more effective than reason.

Besides producing unruly people, impoverished and harsh places can also give rise to a group of Guizhou soldiers who would risk their lives for their hometown!

Inside the former governor's mansion,

Looking at the surrounding furnishings, Zhang Cheng squinted and asked, "So, how many people are joining the army?"

"Reporting to the Master, there are countless followers!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng with a happy expression, Xu Xueting immediately began to explain.

"Master, it seems we're running low on silver!"

Seeing Zhang Cheng's awkwardness, Lu Gaoxuan, who had stepped out from the side, quickly spoke up.
"Not enough? If not enough, then rob! Doesn't the Divine Dragon Cult still have people stationed there? Let them go to South Asia to rob! If villages aren't enough, rob cities! If cities aren't enough, rob royal palaces! I'm fighting a war up front! You're telling me we don't have enough silver? What, do you want me, the cult leader, to personally 'borrow' it?"

Looking at Lu Gaoxuan, Zhang Cheng toyed with a short knife in his hand!

Looking at Zhang Cheng with a face full of fear, Lu Gaoxuan kept his head down.
Because he dared not contradict Zhang Cheng. Despite suffering so many gunshot wounds on the battlefield, the doctor managed to remove all seven or eight bullets while he was still conscious.

Seeing that even these potentially lethal things couldn't kill Zhang Cheng, Lu Gaoxuan dared not utter a word!
"Yes, Master, I will pass on the order immediately!"

Upon speaking to Zhang Cheng, Lu Gaoxuan quickly cupped his hands in greeting.
"Don't be polite to the South Asians. If they don't give it to us, kill them! This land will be incorporated into the territory of our Great Ming Dynasty in the future. Who knows, one day you might even become a governor!"

Looking at Lu Gaoxuan, Zhang Cheng couldn't help but narrow his eyes.

Upon hearing Zhang Cheng's words, Lu Gaoxuan's eyes widened immediately, turning bloodshot as he said, "Yes, Master, I will definitely make them hand over all the silver and grain!"

Looking at Lu Gaoxuan with approval, Zhang Cheng didn't say anything more.
After all, he was fighting on the front lines. What did it have to do with him what the rear did? He didn't order Lu Gaoxuan to massacre the city, did he?

"Xu Xueting, I'm entrusting this new recruit to you. I will attack Zunyi in five days and completely drive the Manchus out of Guizhou."

When Zhang Cheng spoke to Xu Xueting, his eyes were filled with seriousness.
"Yes, Sect Master!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng, Xu Xueting quickly cupped his hands and spoke.
Since Lu Gaoxuan can become the governor, doesn't he also have a chance?

Xu Xueting: When the time comes, should I become the governor of Kyushu or the governor of Luzon?
(End of this chapter)