Republic of China: I am a great warlord, many children, many blessings

This moved them so much that their eyes turned red.

When they were in the Yunnan Army, they ate coarse grains, sweet potatoes, and steamed corn bread, which were all good. They had never seen white flour buns and rice.

Ninety percent of the Yunnan Army wore straw sandals.

Looking at the captives wearing cloth shoes, their eyes turned red with envy and jealousy.

They didn't have any cloth shoes to wear during the New Year.

After learning that these soldiers earned five dollars a month and could see meat every day, the Yunnan Army was extremely envious.

One by one they knelt down and begged to join.

You can't drive him away at this moment.

Li Zongren, who learned of the situation, reported it to Li Dingwei.

Ding Wei thought for a moment and said, "Then keep them and distribute them to different companies."

"Yes"

In an instant, Ding Wei's army reached 2.6 people.

Among them, after propaganda from local people, many poor people wanted to join.

It just so happened that Ding Wei wanted to take control of these counties, so he kept these people.

One elite company was left in each county, and the other surrendered soldiers were incorporated into the militia, similar to the Imperial Army, to assist in management.

After two days of journey, Ding Wei's troops arrived in Kunming.

With someone leading the way, a group of people went straight in through the small path.

At the same time, the 2 Beiyang Army composed of Cao Kun, Zhang Jingyao and those Sichuan troops who were not direct descendants of Chen Huan were defeated by Cai E's National Protection Army.

For a time, Cai E's influence was very great.

Kong Jie also led an elite brigade to Sichuan and joined Chen Huan.

Chen Huan said: "Since Commander Kong has arrived, the command here will be handed over to you."

Kong Jie was stunned. This Chen Huan was really sensible.

However, Kong Jie was not here to seize power. He smiled and said, "Since President Shen asked me to support you, it means he trusts you and I will listen to you."

Chen Huan nodded and said, "Thank you President Shen for your trust. I will do my part."

498. Kill Cao Kun and capture Cai E, achieving multiple goals at one stroke

Chen Huan smiled and said to Kong Jie: "Since Commander Kong is here, I am confident. Cao Kun only brought a brigade this time, and the brigade commander is Wu Peifu.

After these two losses, the number of people is less than a regiment, and we can definitely keep Cao Kun in Xuzhou."

Although Cai E won several games in a row, he also consumed a lot of energy.

There were only 200 artillery shells left and there was no supply at all. If the fighting continued, Cai E's National Protection Army would not have enough bullets.

Not only that, Cai E still failed to take over Xuzhou in Sichuan.

Kong Jie said: "Well, General Chen is too polite, even without me, General Chen can still capture it easily.

However, because of General Chen, we saved a lot of effort this time. No matter what, Cao Kun must die this time."

Chen Xi said: "Don't worry, Commander Kong, I won't delay President Shen's business. I will send someone to contact Cai E tonight. At that time, we will announce Sichuan's independence and join the National Protection Army, so as to eliminate Cao Kun in one fell swoop.

With Cao Kun's head in hand, we can make Cai E relax his vigilance and trust us, and then bring Cai E to Sichuan to control him, achieving multiple goals at one stroke, and even ~"

Having said that, Chen Xi stopped talking and closed his mouth in time.

Kong Jie also understood that Chen Xi had something to say, but since he didn't want to say it, he didn't force it. He smiled and said, "Okay, I'll leave this matter to General Chen. I believe in General Chen's ability."

Chen Xi smiled and said, "Okay, it's getting late, Commander Kong should go to bed early."

"Okay, then I'll trouble General Chen."

After Kong Jie left, Chen Xi narrowed his eyes.

Chen Xi also saw the brigade brought by Kong Jie this time. The soldiers were well-equipped and the troops had strict military discipline. All the soldiers stood there silently, without a sound.

There were so many people, but not one of them moved. Such strict military discipline, such powerful equipment. With Chen Xi's many years of military career, he knew how powerful such an army was.

Any one of the brigades is so powerful, which shows how powerful Shen Hao is.

I thought Zhang Yi’s troops were very strong before, but now the troops brought by Kong Jie are even stronger. Especially the murderous aura emanating from the soldiers and their determined eyes make people feel afraid.

At the same time, it also strengthened Chen Xi's decision to follow Shen Hao.

Afterwards, Chen Xi arranged for Kong Jie and others to rest.

He sent someone to inform Feng Yuxiang and told him to go there in the evening.

Chen Xi knew that Feng Yuxiang and Cai E were together.

Feng Yuxiang was preparing to rest at night. When he saw his old boss Chen Xi suddenly coming to his house, he was puzzled, but still said respectfully: "General Chen, why are you here? Please come in, please come in."

Chen Xi nodded and walked in.

After sitting down, Feng Yuxiang asked in confusion: "General Chen, it's so late, do you have something to do?"

Chen Xi said: "Yuxiang, we are all acquaintances, so I won't waste my words and just speak frankly.

Are you related to Cai E?"

Hearing this, Feng Yuxiang's face changed, he suppressed his panic, put on a forced smile and shook his head, saying: "How is this possible, General Chen is worrying too much.

Or maybe some villain wants to sow discord between us."

Chen Xi said calmly: "Yuxiang, you don't have to think too much. No matter what connection there is between you and Cai E, I won't blame you.

This time I am not here to call you to task, I really want to discuss something with you. Of course, this matter is also related to Cai E."

Although Chen Xi said it lightly, Feng Yuxiang did not relax at all. Instead, he became more nervous.

With a cautious look on his face, he said: "General Chen, if you have anything to say, just speak up. I am all ears."

Chen Xi said: "I personally oppose President Yuan's restoration of the monarchy, and I believe you can see this.

I believe you also know that our troops did not put in much effort in this expedition against Cai E.

The only ones who really wanted to attack Cai E were Cao Kun and Zhang Jingrao. "

Hearing this, Feng Yuxiang nodded. He also had some insight into this.

At first, I thought Chen Xi would betray Yuan Shikai, but I was afraid to give up this idea. After all, Chen Xi was Yuan Shikai's trusted general.

But Feng Yuxiang didn't dare to think that Chen Xi would turn against him.

Now, Chen Xi's words made Feng Yuxiang feel uneasy. Could it be that Chen Xi really wanted to turn against him?

Thinking of this, Feng Yuxiang deliberately asked, "What do you mean, General Chen?"

Chen Xi said: "I have decided to declare Sichuan independent, join the National Protection Army, and help Cai E deal with the Beiyang Army."

Upon hearing this, Feng Yuxiang stood up in shock.

Although Feng Yuxiang had a premonition that Chen Xi wanted to rebel, he still couldn't believe it when Chen Xi actually said it.

It feels like a surprise comes so suddenly that it is hard to accept.

But Feng Yuxiang suddenly calmed down. His old boss was well versed in the art of diplomacy. Vice President Li Yuanhong, the Tongmenghui, Sichuan Governor Hu Jingyin, Cai E, and the southwestern provinces were all weakened because of Chen Xi.

Even a man whose plan could make the Alliance abandon an army of 200,000.

This was a man full of tricks, and Feng Yuxiang dared not neglect him in the slightest.

Feng Yuxiang did not think that his ability was comparable to that of Cai E, Li Yuanhong or even some elites of the Tongmenghui.

He cautiously asked, "General Chen, you must be fooling me, right? I am just a small brigade commander, there is no need for you to take action."

Chen Xi smiled and said, "Yuxiang, you don't believe me."

Looking at the smiling Chen Xi, Feng Yuxiang felt a chill all over his body, and a chill ran from the soles of his feet up to the top of his head.

He was very clear about how capable Chen Xi was.

It can kill you silently.

In Feng Yuxiang's mind, Chen Xi was a man of few tricks and was even more sinister than Jia Xu during the Three Kingdoms period.

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Feng Yuxiang was terrified. He took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down before saying, "General Chen, it's not that I don't believe you. It's just that this is too unbelievable. I really can't accept it."

Chen Xi said calmly: "Oh, really? Then what do you think I should do so that you will believe my sincerity."

Feng Yuxiang thought about it and felt uneasy, but this was also a huge opportunity and achievement.

If Sichuan Governor Chen Xi joins the National Protection Army, the army's momentum will definitely be even greater.

Chen Xi was Yuan Shikai's most loyal governor. If even Chen Xi turned against him, what else could Yuan Shikai do? Therefore, Feng Yuxiang did not want to miss the huge temptation.

After hesitating for a moment, he said again: "Of course you have to show your sincerity. As long as you are sincere enough, I, Feng Yuxiang, am willing to guarantee it with my life. If the anti-Yuan movement succeeds in the future, your contribution will definitely be the greatest."

Chen Xi showed a thoughtful look on his face, and then, as if he had made some kind of decision, he said seriously: "Since you want me to pledge my loyalty, this is simple. Tomorrow I will send troops to attack the troops of Cao Kun and Zhang Jingrao and take their heads to express my sincerity. Yuxiang, what do you think of this sincerity?"

. . .

Hearing this, Feng Yuxiang was surprised and asked, "General Chen, are you serious?"

Chen Xi said: "Of course it's true. Would you make such a joke if you were in our position?"

Feng Yuxiang's face turned red with excitement.

He grabbed Chen Xi's hand and said, "General Chen, if you really dare to openly oppose Yuan Shikai, killing the division commanders Cao Kun and Zhang Jingrao would be the greatest sincerity.

I believe that everyone can feel your sincerity."

Chen Xi smiled and said, "Well, if that's the case, then it's settled. You can just wait and see how I perform.

I am very dissatisfied with President Yuan's ascension to the throne and proclaiming himself emperor. I have not been able to make up my mind before, but I have also seen the fate of Yuan Shikai from you, Cai E, Duan Qirui, Feng Guozhang and others.

Therefore, I decided to turn to the light as soon as possible."

Feng Yuxiang said excitedly: "General Chen, I have always admired your vision. This time you are definitely right. You are worthy of being my old boss.

Once you join the National Protection Army, those Beiyang generals who are waiting on the sidelines will also abandon their evil ways and join you in opposing Yuan Shikai.

Chen Xi smiled and said, "Okay, it's settled. You guys wait for my good news tomorrow.

Well, it’s getting late, so I won’t disturb your rest.”

Feng Yuxiang said: "No, absolutely no. If I don't have something important to do tomorrow, I will definitely chat with you all night long."

"I'm old, I can't stay up late anymore, I'm leaving now"

After saying that, Chen Xi strode away.

Under the moonlight, Chen Xi's steps were firm and powerful, and his figure became longer and longer, which made Feng Yuxiang slightly absent-minded.

When Chen Xi disappeared, Feng Yuxiang hurriedly sent someone to tell Cai E and Ding that Chen Xi was going to rebel against Yuan Shikai and join the National Protection Army.

499. This plan was approved

Cao Kun, Wu Peifu, Zhang Jingyao and others who were fighting fiercely with Cai E in the front suddenly heard shouts of killing coming from behind them.

When they saw the Beiyang Army uniforms, they initially thought they were reinforcements and were not too prepared.

But the other side suddenly opened fire at them, causing countless casualties in an instant, which left Cao Kun and Zhang Jingyao dumbfounded.

"Damn it, look carefully, we are one family"

Many people shouted anxiously, but the only response they got was cold bullets.

Hundreds of people died in just a few minutes.

Cao Kun and Zhang Jingyao also came to their senses and realized that the other party must have betrayed them.

While Zhang Jingyao's face was grim, there was Cai E's army in front of him and the rebels behind him. This was a double attack, which was really fatal.

They were unable to break out, and their soldiers were exhausted and had no power to fight against the two opposing forces at the same time.

"Quick retreat, quick retreat"

The other soldiers were so scared that they ran away.

　"One, one, three" But Chen Xi had already set up an encirclement, waiting for Cao Kun and Zhang Jingyao to jump in.

Cao Kun and Zhang Jingyao broke through separately.