The evil forces roaming the heavens

Chapter 1780 Commander-in-Chief of the Dingnan Army!
Kaifeng (Bianliang), inside the imperial palace,
The urgent message arrived again, but this time the good news shocked all the civil and military officials and ministers.

Because Jiaozhi was conquered.

Looking at the detailed battle report, Cai Jing was also filled with astonishment.
Because this is a record that a human could actually achieve?
In the two battles of Thang Long, Zhang Cheng defeated a much larger force with a smaller one. First, he annihilated the Ly Dynasty's 50,000-strong army, and then he crossed the river and killed more than 30,000 people, shattering the last hope of Thang Long Prefecture in one fell swoop!
Now they have even breached Thang Long Palace and captured the King of the Joseon Dynasty.
Seeing Cai Jing's incredulous expression, Zhao Ji asked, "Right Chancellor, what's the battle report?"

"Your Majesty, a great victory! A great victory! This is truly a blessing from the heavens! Our Great Song Dynasty has finally recovered Jiaozhi!"

When Cai Jing spoke to Emperor Huizong (Zhao Ji), he immediately attributed all the credit for the soldiers' achievements to Zhao Ji.
Upon hearing Cai Jing's words, Zhao Ji laughed heartily and said, "Prime Minister, could it be that Thang Long has been captured?"

"Not only that, even the King of Joseon has been captured by our Song soldiers!"

Upon congratulating Zhao Ji, Cai Jing and his entourage immediately began showering him with praise.

Upon hearing that he had recovered Jiaozhi, Zhao Ji couldn't stop smiling, because this was his greatest achievement since ascending the throne!
Thinking of this, Zhao Ji immediately said, "Today is a day of great joy! A general amnesty is here! A general amnesty is here!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your compassion for the people!"

Upon hearing Zhao Ji's words, many ministers bowed respectfully.

But at that moment, Liang Shicheng whispered, "Your Majesty, how should Zhang Xinzhi be rewarded?"

Upon hearing this name, Zhao Ji immediately said, "Zhang Xinzhi has rendered meritorious service to the Song Dynasty. He is hereby promoted to Chengxuan Envoy, and his troops are to be organized into the Dingnan Army, stationed in Thang Long to prevent a rebellion by the Ly Dynasty."

After a moment's thought, Zhao Ji realized Zhang Cheng's usefulness: to keep him pinned down in Thang Long Prefecture.

After all, we had only just captured Thang Long, and the rest of Jiaozhi had not yet been liberated!
Since this person is so fierce in attacking South Asia, why not leave him there?
"Your Majesty, this is not appropriate!"

Upon hearing Zhao Ji's words, Cai Jing immediately stepped forward.
Looking at Cai Jing before him, Zhao Ji asked, "Oh, is there something wrong with the Right Chancellor?"

"Your Majesty, Zhang Xinzhi has conquered Thang Long. If he stays here for an extended period, it may cause trouble!"

Facing Emperor Huizong of Tang, Cai Jing put forward a dangerous "idea".
Upon hearing Cai Jing's words, many civil officials quickly stepped forward and said, "Yes, Your Majesty, the matter of the military governor must not be forgotten!"

Hearing so many civil officials speak up, Zhao Ji hesitated.
But at that moment, Liang Shicheng said with a smile, "Your Majesty, if you are worried that the problem will become too big to handle, why not send a military supervisor instead?"

Upon hearing Liang Shicheng's words, Zhao Ji immediately said, "That's right, this plan is excellent!"

Thinking of the eunuchs loyal to the imperial family, Zhao Ji immediately said, "Alright, this matter has been settled. If anyone can defend Jiaozhi for me, they may report again."

After Zhao Ji finished speaking, everyone present fell silent. Even the military officers turned their heads away, not wanting to say a word.

Jiaozhi is such a place that calling it a poor and remote area is an understatement!

Poisonous miasma filled the air, and insects and snakes roamed freely.
Who knows, you might just disappear while you're walking. Is the wine in Bianliang not good, or are the girls not pretty, that you have to go to a place like that!
Two months later, in Thang Long Province,

Everything is proceeding smoothly.

Zhang Cheng is redeveloping Thang Long Prefecture, using a large number of surrendered soldiers as forced laborers.

However, the Joseon people were unusually uncooperative with the Song people who had carried out the massacre here.

However, Zhang Cheng had anticipated this, namely, the principle of collective punishment.

After all, he didn't believe that a foreigner's neck could be harder than his knife!

Five people make a group, ten groups make a company, ten companies make a squad, and ten squads make a district.
If a problem arises, first eliminate the enemy's armor, then those connected to them, and finally silence those who speak out.
If you're bold enough and unafraid of implicating your relatives and friends, Zhang Cheng will definitely make you understand what it means to make mistakes. What's scary is that the land is getting more and more fertile!
Zhang Cheng: Back in the day, I dominated the New America, my slave ships covered the entire Atlantic. You think it was all luck? It was because I gave away 100 free draws as soon as I landed!
Black slaves:
Inside a vast mansion, Zhang Cheng was sketching a map.

"General, the imperial envoy has arrived!" Nodding to Zhang Cheng, Wang Yin quickly spoke as he entered.
"go!"

Standing up, Zhang Cheng put down his pen and strode out.
But when Zhang Cheng saw the "angel" who had come, he immediately smiled and said, "Liang An!"

"Cheng-ge'er, it's been so long! You must have missed me!"

With a broad smile, Liang An looked at Zhang Cheng and immediately stepped forward happily.

The two embraced, and Zhang Cheng looked at Liang An and said, "You've come all the way from Bianliang, you must be tired!"

"It's alright, it's alright. From now on, we'll be working together!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng meaningfully, Liang An also smiled.
"Oh?"

Looking at Liang An in surprise, Zhang Cheng seemed to have guessed something.

After burning incense and bathing, Zhang Cheng led his generals to receive the imperial edict.
"Your Excellency is the foundation of the realm. Former General Zhang Cheng, who rendered meritorious service in the recapture of Jiaozhi, was promoted to Chengxuan Envoy, commanding the Southern Army and garrisoning Thang Long."

"Wu Song, a native of Qinghe County, was promoted to the position of Commander-in-Chief of the Dragon Prefecture Militia."

"Wang Yin of Shexian County has been promoted to Commander-in-Chief of the Dingnan Army Infantry."

"Jiao Ting of Zhongshan Prefecture has been promoted to Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Dingnan Army Infantry."

After the others were promoted one after another, Zhang Cheng hurriedly led everyone in expressing their gratitude.

Right after the imperial edict was announced, Liang An said with a smile, "Cheng-ge'er, you're now a fourth-rank official!"

Looking happily at Zhang Cheng, Liang An couldn't help but squint his eyes.

Upon hearing Liang An's words, Zhang Cheng stood up with a broad smile and said, "I have to thank you, brother. If it weren't for you, I'd still be drying salted fish in Huating County right now!"

With that, Zhang Cheng waved his hand and said, "My brother is here today, let's eat and drink well!"

Just as Zhang Cheng was leading Liang An inside, Shi Qian took out a lot of gold ingots and stepped forward, saying, "Come, come, everyone, you've all had a long journey. This is a small token of my appreciation from my elder brother. You've all had a long and tiring trip."

Many people swallowed hard as they looked at the gold ingot in their hands, because this envoy was too generous!
Inside the bustling room, Zhang Cheng solemnly introduced Liang An to everyone.

When they learned that he was actually Liang Shicheng's godson and would be the future military supervisor, everyone was stunned.
Because everyone knows what the military supervisor does: he's a tattletale.
But now, the supervisor sent is actually the eldest brother's brother. Doesn't that mean we're all in the same boat?
Seeing Zhang Cheng introduce himself in this way, Liang An suddenly felt very honored. He immediately cupped his hands and said, "Brothers, although I, Liang An, am a disabled person, I would never do anything to harm you. Please rest assured!"

Seeing Liang An say this, Zhang Cheng quickly said, "Brother, what are you saying? We're all on the same side, how could I not trust you? Even if one day in the future I'm treated as a traitor by the court, it will definitely be because of some 'villain,' not your fault!"

"Yes, brother is right, how could Brother Liang An do such a thing! Come, let me, Jiao Ting, toast you first!"

When he spoke to Liang An, Jiao Ting became honest and simple.
Looking at the people before him, who showed no disdain and were even willing to address him as brothers, Liang An couldn't help but raise his wine cup and say, "Alright, drink! From now on, we'll work together and defend Jiaozhi for the imperial court!"

"To guard Jiaozhi for the imperial court!"

As everyone spoke, Wang Yin suddenly laughed.

Because he realized that Liang An had been "trapped" by his general!
Liang An: Brother, I have a feeling that someone in Jiaozhi is planning a rebellion. You should be careful!

Zhang Cheng: Brother, is it possible that I am the one in that story?
(End of this chapter)