After this news came out, there was a lot of discussion among the soldiers. It can be said that it caused an uproar. For a while, everyone was talking about this matter.
Among the soldiers who discussed this matter, some had different reactions.
Many veterans who had fought for many years immediately accepted this result. After many years of war, they have long understood that war will kill people sooner or later, and no one of them is exception.
The living people just happen to be alive and not dead. They are God's favorites because they have seen too many comrades around them fall down and die at the moment.
To be alive is to be lucky.
The most fearful ones are only those recruits who have just joined the army. They bear the hope of their families. Most of them are children born from ordinary poor families.
Their parents lived frugally and allowed them to practice martial arts and join the army to try for fame and fortune and change their destiny.
They were afraid of every war before, but after all, they survived, and there was no requirement to fight to the death. They also knew that there was hope of survival.
But this time, they were asked to write farewell letters, and for the first time they felt the threat of death.
They will definitely die here this time. Although Dali is prosperous, they may never be able to go back.
That night, many soldiers did not sleep. Under the desolate night in the north, the cold wind howled by, and their hearts sank to the bottom and became cold.
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Early the next morning.
The entire army is ready to go.
"Everyone, how did you sleep last night?" Fang Yi stood on the high platform and asked the soldiers below.
Beside him, there were several other generals standing. Some attentive soldiers had noticed that even Luo Shenhou was standing next to General Lu Jiu.
Of course, they already knew last night that Luo Shenhou had given all the tokens to General Lu Jiu. From now on, General Lu Jiu would become their commander-in-chief in this battle against the barbarians.
No one answered.
Fang Yi didn't pay attention, but continued: "Actually, I don't need you to answer, I know what the situation is. You probably didn't have a good rest last night."
"Because we have to fight to the death."
Fang Yi spoke calmly at this time, not as if he was talking about a swearing-in meeting before leaving, but more like he was talking about a trivial matter.
It seemed that they were not the ones going to the battlefield next.
"Your Majesty has decreed that we wait to defend Yumen Pass to the death. We are attacked from both sides. No one can be spared to help us. Either we die and Yumen Pass is broken, or we defeat the barbarians. You come with me and go back alive. We have no other choice. .”
"Have you written the farewell letter??" Fang Yi asked again at this time, but this sentence was still asked in a calm and gentle manner, without any bitterness or hatred. It seemed that they were not the ones about to go to the battlefield. , so don’t worry so much.
"I've written it." At this time, there was a sparse reply from the audience.
The generals behind Fang Yi looked worried after seeing this scene before them. At this time, a battle was imminent. The reaction of these soldiers seemed to be timid before fighting. This was a bad omen for the start of the battle. image.
Of course, this is not to blame on anyone, but mainly to Fang Yi's decision last night. Fang Yi had laid out all the unfavorable conditions for them in advance. It is no wonder that these soldiers were a little worried and scared.
Logically speaking, the military order that Fang Yi passed down last night should not be passed out at this time. It should be given first.
But after telling them, they also asked these soldiers to write a farewell letter. Now, all the disciples knew what happened and what was going to happen next. This time, morale was hit. After all, who would Fight to the death against the barbarians, and there is a possibility that he may not even be able to return to his hometown.
So this time, the morale of the soldiers off the field was not high.
But military orders are like mountains. As several generals, especially those who follow Luo Shenhou, who is known for his strictest military management all year round, these generals have long been accustomed to obey military orders.
Even if they feel something is wrong, they will never question the coach's order.
Especially now that there is a powerful enemy, if they don't obey Fang Yi's orders and stand with Fang Yi, then no one will obey Fang Yi.
This is a simple truth, so no matter what Fang Yi does or how he does it, they will not express any opinions, but just wait for Fang Yi to give orders.
"Everyone, we are about to face a fierce battle." Fang Yi's tone became serious at this time. He took out a letter from home: "This is my farewell letter. I have also written it. Several others General, it’s all written.”
At this time, the three generals Luo Shenhou, Northern Expedition, Huguo, and Weiyuan also followed Fang Yi and took out a farewell letter from their arms. This is the practice and tradition of the Dali army. Every battle Beforehand, a suicide note must be written down, just in case.
"In this battle, we, like you, will fight to the death." Fang Yi continued: "Please rest assured, if we want to die in battle, in front of this Jade Gate Pass, we will definitely die first, and we will never let our brothers do it first. "
"However, at this time, I still have something to say." Fang Yi put away his farewell book at this time, then glanced at the people in the audience, and then said: "You all knew last night Well, this is a battle to the death, that is to say, either you die or I die."
"Moreover, we have little chance of winning against the barbarians. It is even very likely that all of us will die in the battle, and we will not be able to kill too many barbarians." Fang Yi continued to speak at this time: "In other words, it is even more To put it in layman’s terms, it’s very likely that those of us will die here in this battle.”
"But in order to prevent the sacrifice of our brothers from being in vain, I will say something here today. If any of you do not want to continue fighting at this time, in the name of the commander-in-chief of the entire army, I approve that you can leave the team now without continuing to participate in the pick-up. The war is coming." Fang Yi's words at this time were very powerful.
All the soldiers on the field were shocked when they heard Fang Yi's words. At this time, everyone looked at Fang Yi with incredible expressions. They didn't know why Fang Yi said at this time. That's what he said.
Even the other generals and Luo Shenhou were a little incredulous at this time, and they all looked at Fang Yi.
What does he mean by allowing these people to run away in public? ?
But no general has ever dared to say this before the war begins, never.
However, they were used to seeing the unconstrained Lu Jiu. This General Lu Jiu never failed to surprise them, and the aspect of leading troops to fight was always a surprise to them. But at the same time, Lu Jiu led troops to fight, which was really surprising. I have never lost, and I have never overturned. Every time, I won the final victory with an unexpected feeling. It has been like this from the beginning, and it has never changed.
So they will not stop it at this time.
"Really, can we really be allowed to leave?" A soldier asked, crying bitterly: "I have an old mother and a young sister. I can't die here."
When this soldier cried, all the other soldiers felt the same. Suddenly, many soldiers stood up and said, "General Lu Jiu, are you really, can you really let us go?"
"Okay, you can do it now." Fang Yi nodded at this time, and then gestured slightly. At this time, several soldiers brought a table. The table was filled with gold, silver, meat, and extremely precious water. .
"Register here, and then receive gold, silver, meat, and water." Fang Yi said with a smile at this time: "This is the payment I give you."
"But one thing can be made clear. Although you will not be regarded as deserters if you leave today. It is allowed by me, but the achievements and rewards you have obtained before will never be honored from now on. After you go back, you must remain anonymous. , have a good life." Fang Yi said again at this time.
"As for those who remain today, I am afraid they are compatriots who died in the war. I, Lu Jiu, promise you today that no matter what, you will leave your name in history. Your family members and descendants will inherit your blessings and live a prosperous life." life." Fang Yi continued to speak at this time.
There is nothing wrong with what Fang Yi said. You are not willing to continue to fight for Dali through life and death. Although you have paid blood and sweat before, you have not received any credit. Otherwise, this will be a dissatisfaction to the soldiers who died in the battle today. fair.
They chose to live an ignoble existence instead of shrouding their bodies in horse leather, so they would naturally have to bear the consequences of all this.
Of course, those who have died and the soldiers who are willing to continue to hold on at this time will naturally be treated differently.
On this point, everyone has no doubts and agrees.
No matter who stays or chooses to leave, there will be no objections.
The reason why Fang Yi did this was ultimately to mobilize at the front. With the blessing of the Bingsheng Fate, Fang Yi calculated that there was only a 30% chance of defeating the barbarians this time.
And these 30% of opportunities arise from three aspects: the right time, the right place, the right people, and the right people.
These two points, the right time and the right place, can actually be compensated by the art of war. For example, from the very beginning, Fang Yi was determined to use the method of burning the cauldron and sinking the boat. Only by raising the whole army's desire to die can there be a glimmer of hope and hope. It is possible to win by defeating more with less.
The prerequisite for using this method of war is that all the soldiers in the army must be united and determined to die. Only in this way can their potential be continuously stimulated, and finally there may be a chance.
Now we are solving the problem of human beings. These soldiers must not have any problems.
Therefore, it is necessary to solve the problems that may arise first, especially those who may run away from the battle. It is better to let them go first, so as not to hinder everyone.
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At this time, people had completed registration one after another and received the food and food provided by Fang Yi. They were free to leave and no longer needed to continue fighting against the barbarians.
Of course, these people are still a minority. Until now, hundreds of people have completed the registration one after another, while the vast majority of the soldiers stood still, motionless.
