The soldiers of the government, led by their respective military officers, were assigned to each city to take over the defense. Mangchen distributed enough collar talismans to each li, door elder, and official one by one. Mang Mao stood quietly in front of the car, watching everything in front of him, his face expressionless, and he could not see the waves in his heart.
Mr. Liang Wei walked down the steps to the car and said, "General, please come into the house!"
Mang Mao returned the salute, but scolded Mang Hai and Mang Wei who were behind the young master: "You are as good as the young master!" Then he turned to Wei Liao: "Old Wei has done a great job in assisting the young master!"
Wei Liaoxun said: "How dare I, veteran? But if I protect the young master, my wish is enough!"
Mang Mao looked at the military officers behind him again: "How are you going to settle down?"
Mr. Liang Wei came forward and said: "The soldiers in front and behind the army went out with the general in front of them, but they are still outside the Great Wall. Although there are three armies on the left, center and right in the city, there are only 20,000 soldiers. After discussing with the three generals, we directly transferred the three sides to leave the city. In addition to Sanbiao Pi, we also invite General Wei Guang of the right army to come out as the general commander."
Mang Mao said: "Young Master led the three troops out of the formation, and the two troops on the right wanted to come out together. May I ask where the other army came from?"
Mr. Liang Wei said: "The center of the main town of the Chinese army cannot be left even a little bit. The other side is the left army's deviation to the right."
Mang Mao said: "That's very good." He turned to General Zuo and said, "It's difficult to move the center. I have to rely on you for all the small and big things in the city."
General Zuo said noncommittally: "But I will obey the general's orders."
Mang Mao asked: "What can the Chinese army do?"
Liang Wei Gongzi said: "The Chinese army has the king as the general, and the left and right side servants all come from the Wang family. The Wei mansion is really only responsible for weapons and food."
Mang Mao said: "In this way, there is only one soldier left in the city."
Young Master Liang Wei felt something bad, and said quickly: "There are enough government soldiers and civilian troops in the city, and there is no shortage of food, fodder, and weapons. There is absolutely nothing missing."
Mang Mao nodded noncommittally, and then asked the young master: "Where are you going, young master?".
Wei Liao replied: "Young master will go to the east gate in person to supervise the formation."
Mang Mao asked the people following the young master: "Are all the gentlemen going together as well?"
Wei Liao then answered on his behalf: "These are the accompanying retainers and family members who will go out with the young master. Some of the generals, partials, lieutenants, Sima, etc. will go out; those who will not go out are just to see him off."
Mang Mao said: "This is a very good idea. I would like to follow the young master to the city and show off his beauty."
Wei Liao stopped him and said, "No. A general is in charge of his family and country. How can he take risks? Besides, Mr. Zhong is out in battle and Mr. Ji is leading the army. There will be no mistakes."
Mang Mao said: "No. I am in the same dynasty as Daliang Wei, and I secretly made a promise to my heart. To do something for the young master is not only justice, but also personal justice. Hai'er and Wei'er are not enough, I hope Wei will teach him a lesson. Hai'er is rude, Only courage can be used as a pawn."
Wei Liao said: "Young Master has decided internally. If you want to advance forward with the best troops, you will be the Governor."
Mang Mao said: "If anyone violates the army and disobeys the order, he will be killed immediately and the whole army will be ordered. ... You must be careful and serve!"
Manghai chirped repeatedly. Wei Liao hurriedly explained: "Mr. Zhong's trip is determined to achieve great achievements and build great achievements, so as to live up to the general's expectations."
Mang Mao said: "As long as you don't cause disaster and act according to the law, then your trip is worthwhile! How can Wei'er teach you a lesson?"
Wei Liao was startled and could not answer for a moment. Mr. Liang Wei just pretended not to hear. Mang Wei replied: "I have benefited a lot from the personal teachings of the young master, Mr. Wei and other gentlemen."
Mang Mao's expression did not change and he said: "You are a kid, you are going through a big event for the first time, so you must be careful in everything." Then he turned to the generals on the left and right and said: "The dog is shapeless, I hope you will be taught a lesson!" The two generals didn't know what they meant, so they both saluted. Say it.
Wei Liao stepped forward and said, "Young master is about to go to the city. I would like to finish and march in order."
Mang Mao said: "Young Master and the other princes of the Wei family are at their own leisure. I and the generals are waiting here to see you, thinking that Young Master is going strong!"
Wei Liao said politely: "That's disrespectful!" So Liang Wei Gongzi and all the retainers and family members left on their own. The two generals exchanged glances and stayed.
When Mr. Liang Wei and others entered the mansion, Mang Mao and Yan looked at the two military generals with joy and said: "The right general, Wei, dares to ask the left general for his name."
General Zuo said politely: "My subordinate Wei Shihe."
Mang Mao said: "Both generals are from the Wei family. How dare they leave the royal family?"
The two generals exchanged glances again, and the right general came forward and replied: "Guangchu Wenhou, and Chuwuhou."
Mang Mao changed his expression and saluted, saying: "It turns out that Mang lost respect after becoming a civil and military official. Mang was scattered all over the world, and was accepted by Wei. He was able to feed the country and was willing to be loyal to the two princes."
The second general hurriedly returned the greeting: "How dare you, my subordinates! The general inherits the majesty of the king and is the commander-in-chief of China and foreign countries. No one is noble or humble. They all obey orders. Who dares to disobey?"
The door of the Wei Mansion suddenly opened. Wei Liao led two servants to carry out an urn, placed it in front of Mangmao's cart, cupped his hands and said, "A urn of sake to relieve fatigue with the general."
Mang Mao said: "Young Master is out in battle, how dare you say nothing? How dare you borrow wine to pay for it." Then he got off the car, scooped the wine himself, and handed it to the lieutenant first: "God protects me, the old man will be strong, and the prestige of the Wei Mansion will be shown again." .”
Wei Liao resigned and said: "How can I dare to accept the general's gift as a retainer?"
Mang Mao said: "The elder of Wei Lao Wei Mansion is up to his duty."
Wei Liao had no choice but to take it and drink it all, saying: "I can't bear it, I thank you for the general's love."
Mang Mao scooped up another one and handed it to the generals Wei He and Wei Guang on his left and right, saying some routine rewards, followed by the captains and elders of the civilian army at all levels. Mang Chen, who had finished handing out the festival charms, stood behind Mang Mao, while Wei Liao and two servants of the Wei Mansion stood beside Mang Mao, all bowing their hands to everyone in obedience. After a round of drinking, the urn was bottomed out, the door of the Wei Mansion opened, and a car rushed forward. Following the guests, retainers, and family members, about twenty or thirty people came to Mangmao's car and lined up in a row. Mr. Liang Wei, in full military uniform, saluted in the car and said: "I praise the painting of military aircraft Wei Boji, please order me to go out into battle!"
Military generals, Mangchen and civilian army leaders are also listed after Mangmao in terms of rank. Mang Mao bowed and said: "General Mang sends you off to Uncle Wei! Please be the leader!" He walked forward, took the head of the horse that drove Mr. Liang Wei's chariot, and guided him five steps forward to the center of the square, then turned back and got into the car. Wei Liao also got on the carriage. Liang Weigong's chariot was in front, and the general's chariot and ceremonial guard were behind, rumbling forward. The rest of the generals and civilian troops followed behind the vehicle on foot.
Daliang is surrounded by city walls. Originally, the front, rear, left, and right armies each guarded one side. After the front and rear armies were mobilized, the left and right armies guarded the four sides. The left army guarding Nancheng moved to the right and was closest to the enemy, and the public discussion was not moved lightly. Only the three troops guarding the other three sides were sent out of the city. Normally, there is only a team of a hundred people on patrol and lookout in the city, and there are guards guarding the city gates, but they only maintain public order and open and close the city gates on time. The soldiers who guard the city rotate at one hour during the day and at two o'clock at night. One battalion is on duty a day, which is enough, and the soldiers are not nervous. However, during wartime, the density of soldiers increased to one battalion on each side, and a team of crossbowmen was stationed on the city gate tower. The distribution of troops was not so sufficient. Basically, every soldier had to go to the city once a day. It has been five days since the news of Mangmao's defeat came, and Daliang has been on alert. Every soldier has to go to the city for one or two hours every day, day and night. Those who live in the city can still go home to eat and rest, but those who live outside the city are in trouble: a few who have relatives and friends in the city have someone to take refuge with; a few conscientious officers may place some soldiers in their own homes and courtyards , just let them handle some household chores for themselves; most of them can only sleep outside the city; they don't bring enough food, so they can only borrow money temporarily.
When Mr. Liang Wei, Mang Mao and his party arrived at the east gate, they saw these swaying soldiers.
