Dream of the Red Chamber: Start by gaining Zhao Yun's martial prowess, and be ennobled in a sin

Jia Jing made a promise, and Zhou Yingyuan and You Shiyong's eyes instantly welled up with tears.

Thinking of how many brothers like Lao Li were tricked to death by Marquis Ji'an, I felt a sense of relief.

The two men and the soldiers of Yulin felt even more grateful to Jia Jing.

"Thank you, Your Excellency! We will never forget your kindness!"

With tears in their eyes, Zhou Yingyuan and You Shiyong bowed deeply to Jia Jing once more.

"Rise! Those who have shed blood for the Han Dynasty, neither I nor the court will ever betray them!"

Jia Jing waved his hand, signaling everyone to stand up.

"My lord, what should we do with these Northern Yuan prisoners?"

At this moment, Suzaku suddenly spoke up and asked a question.

Upon hearing this, Jia Jing glanced coldly at the Northern Yuan soldiers held captive by Han soldiers outside the city and the Northern Yuan heir Bayar beside him, without a trace of pity in his heart.

After witnessing the tragic plight of the Han people on his way to Yulin Weicheng, his heart had already sentenced the Northern Yuan to death.

Compared to the suffering endured by the Han people and soldiers on the border over the years, none of these Northern Yuan soldiers deserve sympathy.

He slowly urged his horse to Bayar's side.

At this moment, the Northern Yuan prince had already had the arrow pulled from his leg by the Han soldiers, and he knelt on the ground in a sorry state, his eyes filled with both fear and humiliation.

Seeing Jia Jing spur his horse closer, he prostrated himself on the ground and shouted loudly:

"I, Bayar, the Crown Prince of the Northern Yuan, son of the Great Khan of the Northern Yuan, am willing to surrender to the Han Dynasty and serve the General!"

Bayar took out a blue silk item from his bosom, folded it upwards, and handed it to Jia Jing with both hands.

This is the highest form of etiquette unique to the Northern Yuan Dynasty, the offering of a hada (ceremonial scarf), a way to express the utmost respect to elders, distinguished guests, and deities.

The white hada is the most precious, symbolizing purity and innocence;

Blue hada scarves represent reverence for the Eternal Heaven and are especially common in grassland areas.

At this moment, Bayar presented Jia Jing with a blue hada (ceremonial scarf), it is unclear whether it was because there was no white one available, or whether he regarded Jia Jing as the Eternal Heaven to show his respect.

However, what is certain is that Bayar has already adopted the lowest possible stance in order to survive.

Jia Jing looked at Bayar, who dared not breathe loudly in front of him, and felt a bit of disdain!

Compared to Tuotuo Buhua, this prince of the Northern Yuan is really cowardly and lacks courage!

However, this kind of personality can be put to good use.

Just as the Qing dynasty used the retired emperor to knock on the door, the heir apparent of the Northern Yuan, as the first person under the Northern Yuan Khan, could also help their Han army knock on the door of the Northern Yuan.

Jia Jing thought for a moment, then said in a deep voice:

"Take him away and put him in custody!"

"As for the other Northern Yuan prisoners, we can't let them become a burden. You can handle it yourselves!"

With a single, casual remark, Jia Jing decided the fate of four thousand Northern Yuan prisoners. The coldness in his tone, even under the midday sun, sent chills down one's spine.

Zhuque immediately ordered his men to subdue Bayar, and then shouted at the Han army:

"Shoot all these prisoners! Let their blood forge the might of our Han army!"

Zhuque's voice echoed outside Yulin City, reaching the ears of every Han soldier on the slightly chilly wind.

The Han soldiers immediately raised their swords and spears, and roared in unison:

"Kill! Kill! Kill!"

The captured Northern Yuan soldiers squatted on the ground, watching this scene in terror, their bodies trembling uncontrollably!

The next moment, they were met with streaks of cold light, and countless arrows flew towards them, reaping their lives.

Apart from Bayar, none of the Northern Yuan soldiers escaped the Han army's slaughter.

Many Northern Yuan soldiers cried out for mercy, but they still could not escape their fate of death and could only become the dead under the arrows of the Han army.

There were no prisoners of war in this battle.

Jia Jing watched this scene quietly, without being moved in the slightest.

The Han army in Yulin City now only has a few thousand men. He is about to launch another counterattack against the Northern Yuan, and it is impossible for him to leave these Northern Yuan soldiers as a burden and a variable.

Only a dead enemy is the best enemy!

This time, he focused on fighting in the Northwest and never considered being kind or gentle to the Northern Yuan, Hunye, and other countries!

He always used ruthless methods, as cold as winter, towards his enemies. Only towards his own people did he show tolerance and gentleness.

In this Northwest War, he will only use the heads and blood of the Northern Yuan people, the Hunxie people, and the pseudo-Qing Tartars to defend the glory of the Han Dynasty!

He would only use the most ruthless means to make the enemy feel the majesty and inviolability of the Han army!

He will only use iron will and slaughter to forge a new military spirit for the Han Dynasty!

He wanted to ensure that the northwest of the Han Dynasty would be free from the worries of war!

He wanted to tell all the foreign tribes that the Han Dynasty was a territory they could never invade!

Those who offend our mighty Han, though far away, shall be punished! He has always lived by this motto!

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Half an hour later,

Yulin Garrison City, General Headquarters.

In the main hall of the government office, which consisted of five rooms, Jia Jing sat behind the commander's desk without hesitation, waved his hand, and invited the generals to take their seats.

Although everyone was exhausted, their faces were beaming with smiles.

This great victory over the Northern Yuan army left them all excited and exhilarated.

He was deeply moved and filled with admiration and respect for Jia Jing.

Niu Jizong looked at Jia Jing, who was sitting upright behind the general's desk, and suddenly said:

"After this battle, I am completely convinced of your might, Lord Marquis! From now on, I, Old Niu, will follow your lead without question, and wherever your banner points, my sword will follow!"

"The Marquis possesses an appearance as striking as the sun and moon, and a bearing as majestic as a dragon and phoenix..."

Jia Jing, whose face was originally ashen, changed his expression upon hearing Niu Jizong's words. He quickly waved his hand to interrupt and said in a deep voice:

"Alright... The reason we won this battle is entirely due to the bravery and selflessness of our Han soldiers."

"In particular, General Zhou, Colonel You, and their soldiers fought to the death and prevented Yulin City from being captured by the Northern Yuan army."

"While I possess some strength, it's merely icing on the cake!"

"We are all serving the court and His Majesty. Just do your job well and don't say anything that could harm unity!"

Jia Jing never expected that Niu Jizong, with his thick eyebrows and big eyes, would suddenly pledge his loyalty to him.

It seems that his battle, in which he single-handedly broke through 50,000 enemy troops, killed generals and captured flags, has indeed brought an unexpected shock to everyone present.

This display of extraordinary martial prowess was seen by many as a sign of destiny and the arrival of the right time.

Of course, he also understood that Niu Jizong's words were more about expressing the idea of ​​the founding lineage uniting under the banner of the Rong and Ning Dukes.

It was to form a new military interest group within the Han Dynasty, rather than to suggest that they harbored rebellious intentions towards the court.

But damn it, aren't you using the same words I used before?

"Your Excellency's words are not to be agreed upon by this humble general. The victory in this battle was due to Your Excellency's great contribution, which cannot be simply summarized as 'adding flowers to brocade'!"

Feng Tang, standing to the side, cupped his hands and said solemnly.

"Excellent! Excellent! This resounding victory is entirely thanks to Your Excellency!"

Han Wu followed suit and agreed.

"Without Lord Marquis, we would have had little chance of winning this battle!" Zhou Yingyuan echoed.

The generals rushed to express their opinions, each one eager to be the first to do so.