The evil forces roaming the heavens

Chapter 1796 Liangshan Marsh, Heroes Gather for Righteousness?
Under the azure sky, tens of thousands of cavalrymen were slowly entering Xiping Prefecture.

Faced with the combined forces of the Dingnan Army and the Song Dynasty, the Western Xia had completely lost any power to resist.

After all, Wei Mingchage, a renowned general, not only lost two thousand Iron Falcons, but also annihilated the thirty thousand elite troops he led out with him.
Even if Li Qianshun possessed immense strength, he would be powerless to reverse the tide of defeat.
As for the envoys seeking help from the Liao Kingdom, they were like leeks—going out in batches, but never bringing back any.
Because Emperor Tianzuo is now even more of a headache than Li Qianshun.
The Jin dynasty, established for less than a year, had already thrown the entire north into chaos, even launching a counterattack against the Liao dynasty.

Even though the Liao Kingdom was powerful, it was like an old man who was terminally ill and could not cope with the fierce attack of the Jin Kingdom.

Liao Kingdom: Good brother, always in my heart, but I can't reach you by phone when something happens!
Jin Dynasty: Brothers are important, but don't worry about your brothers being beaten!

Song Dynasty: Big brother this, big brother that, big brother's smile is so bright!

Western Xia: Holy crap!
"This humble official greets the Pillar of State!"

As the imposing man walked in, many people immediately bowed and greeted him.
Sitting directly in the main seat, Zhang Cheng looked down and said, "Commander Liu, have you seen the imperial decree?"

As Zhang Cheng spoke to Liu Fa, he couldn't help but narrow his eyes.

"Your Majesty, I have seen it!"

Hearing Zhang Cheng's words, what could Liu Fa do, no matter how unwilling he was?
After all, the Dingnan Army hadn't broken ties with the imperial court, so it was still considered part of the "Song Army"!
But who can't see that the Dingnan Army now harbors strong rebellious intentions!
"Very good, Wang Yin, you will lead the Second Legion to oversee the destruction of Xia, while I will lead the First Legion of 20,000 men to wipe out the bandits for the Great Song!"

With a broad smile, Zhang Cheng involuntarily rested his chin on his hand and spoke.
Upon hearing Zhang Cheng's words, the generals present all nodded in agreement.
Because Zhang Cheng held the highest official position and rank among everyone.

Moreover, the 20,000 iron cavalry of Dingnan Army are no joke. The imperial court has not said anything. Why are you trying to be the first to stick your neck out? Do you really think that the title of Prince of Dingnan is something that others have given him?
Just as the generals were leaving, Zhang Cheng stopped Liu Fa and said, "Let's talk!"

"Yes, Pillar of State!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng in front of him, Liu Fa couldn't understand why the other party insisted that he join the Dingnan Army!
After most of the people had left, Zhang Cheng looked at Liu Fa and said, "I am different from others; I am a fair person!"

Zhang Cheng stared at him with twitching lips, while Lu Zhishen and Deng Yuanjue beside him both turned their heads away.
"Does the Pillar of State have something he wishes to say to me?"

Looking at Zhang Cheng with suspicion, Liu Fa couldn't help but frown, "You already have the advantage, why bother?"

"I, the Pillar of State, merely wish to contribute to the Great Song Dynasty, so why does everyone in the world believe I would rebel? I do not understand."

With his hands outstretched, Zhang Cheng stood up and approached Liu Fa, saying, "I know you are a loyal minister! That's why I specifically asked His Majesty for you, just to let you know my sincere loyalty."

"Pfft!"

Unable to suppress a laugh, Deng Yuanjue quickly covered his mouth.

Looking at Deng Yuanjue, Zhang Cheng rolled his eyes and said, "Master Deng, did I say something wrong?"

"No, no, what Zhuguo said is right. I just thought of Lu Zhishen's pigs having piglets and wanted to laugh!"

Looking awkwardly at Zhang Cheng, Deng Yuanjue couldn't help but raise the corners of his mouth.
Upon hearing Deng Yuanjue's words, Lu Zhishen turned his head and said, "When did I start raising pigs?"

"Shut up, you two!"

Speechless, Wang Yin looked at Lu Zhishen and Deng Yuanjue, feeling a headache coming on.

"Pillar of State, although I am a military general, I am not stupid!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng with annoyance, Liu Fa stared at him speechlessly.
Because you were practically ready to raise a flag and rebel, and now you're telling me you're on the side of the Song Dynasty?

If Emperor Huizong were standing in front of you, you could probably chop him in two strokes and then have this monk give you a coat because it's cold, right? "Hey, why are you so stubborn? I've already said I don't want to rebel, why won't you believe me!"

Pointing at Liu Fa, Zhang Cheng fell silent for a long time.

"Brother, let's get straight to the point! I think all this rambling is pointless!"

Looking awkwardly at Zhang Cheng, Jiao Ting rubbed his head and spoke.
Upon hearing Jiao Ting's words, Zhang Cheng looked at Liu Fa and said, "If I were to don the yellow robe, you would follow me and inherit the title of Founding Marquis."

"it is good!"

Before Zhang Cheng could finish speaking, Liu Fa agreed in the next second.
Staring wide-eyed at Liu Fa, Zhang Cheng asked incredulously, "Huh?"

"You state your conditions, I agree, is that so complicated?"

Looking at Zhang Cheng with suspicion, Liu Fa had long been dissatisfied with the imperial court.
After all, he had been fighting on the front lines of Western Xia for many years, but how did the imperial court treat him? They still used him as a "suicide squad"!
You should know that if Zhang Cheng hadn't come, Liu Fa would likely have died in the Western Xia war two years later, and he would have died from exhaustion!

Just tell me, how outrageous were the things the Northern Song Dynasty did?
The military officers fought desperately at the front, but the ones who enjoyed the benefits were always those "whose names were called out outside Donghua Gate"!
If civil officials were not greedy for money and military generals were not afraid of death, then the Song Dynasty could be saved. But this was just Yue Fei's dying fantasy!

The very foundation of the Song Dynasty is rotten to the core!

Zhang Cheng may not have been the most legitimate ruler, but he was definitely the emperor who best embodied the spirit of a "land of propriety"!

If you submit, three punches will suffice; if you don't, three more punches will follow!
In short, if you submit, I'll beat you up; if you don't, I'll beat you up even more!

"Brother, I told you so! The truth is best!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng, Jiao Ting immediately laughed.
Upon hearing Jiao Ting's words, Wang Yin and the others also burst into laughter.

Because who hasn't experienced utter disappointment before deciding to end the Song Dynasty?

On the land of Qilu, at Liangshan Marsh, lies the Hall of Gathering Righteousness.
The "heroes" from all over the world are sitting together discussing...
Among them were even people who were tricked and schemed against by Song Jiang, Wu Yong, and others before they joined the mountain!
However, at this moment, Liangshan was still led by Chao Gai, since they hadn't attacked Zengtou City yet!
But they have already attacked Zhu Family Village twice, and still failed!
The Liangshan heroes were furious at the Zhu Family Village, which possessed provisions but refused to share them!
Just as everyone was discussing the details of the third attack on Zhu Family Village, someone ran in and said, "Something terrible has happened! Brothers, the imperial court has sent a large army to annihilate us!"

"That damned government, they'll suppress us today, suppress us tomorrow, do they really think we're afraid of them?!"

Slamming his hand on the table, Li Kui stood up and spoke menacingly.
Upon hearing Li Kui's words, the people present reacted in various ways.

Looking at the people below, Chao Gai asked, "Whom did the imperial court send this time?"

"Zhang Cheng, Pillar of the State, commander of the Dingnan Army!"

He addressed Chao Gai, and the men below immediately began to explain.

"What? The Prince of Dingnan?"

Upon hearing this news, many people were so frightened that they broke out in a cold sweat.
Because this is no ordinary commander-in-chief, but a genuine formidable figure!
"What kind of bullshit Prince Dingnan is he? If he comes, I, Li Kui, will chop him to pieces!"

With an overbearing tone, Li Kui spoke like a brute.
But upon seeing Li Kui, everyone present fell silent.

If the Prince of Dingnan were so easy to deal with, wouldn't the imperial court have already killed him with two cannons?
"The Prince of Dingnan is currently dealing with Tian Hu, and he will likely arrive soon!"

He addressed the crowd, and the messenger below appeared quite fearful.
After all, in the world of the Song Dynasty, you may not know who the emperor is, but you must know the Prince of Dingnan who conquered Jiaozhi, pacified Dali, and subdued Tubo.

(End of this chapter)