Li Dan, who was at the center of the topic, was not in the mood to think about girls at this time. The Polygonum Flower Army began to move south, and the situation suddenly became tense.
As soon as Yang Dayi set foot on Yugan Pier, he was directly invited to the City God's Temple by the waiting staff. More than two hundred officers and soldiers behind him, led by General Director Houyong, entered the camp outside the south gate. Li Dan instructed Liu Hongsheng to hand over Show them hospitality.
But Mr. Dong Ba did not participate in the entertainment. He followed Yang Dayi into the city and came to the Metropolitan Inspection Department.
Dong Houyong is a veteran with eight years of military service. He was awarded the general position for his military achievements in defeating Japan. He is a very stocky man who doesn't talk much but has sharp eyes.
His level was equivalent to the trial of a hundred households. He originally thought that he would be promoted to a hundred households after assisting Shangrao this time. Who would have expected that such an unlucky team would all fall in Huangxi. If he hadn't been so good at jumping into the river, he would have almost died for his country.
But Mr. Dong has only been married for half a month, and he doesn’t want to die yet!
When Yang Baihu came to pick everyone up, Dong Houyong was a little hesitant. After all, he also knew the words "to live under someone else's roof".
But thinking about the opportunity to go home and hug his gentle little wife, and the expectant eyes of the escape brothers around him, he agreed.
Following Yang Dayi into the hall and watching him greet the leaders easily, Dong Houyong felt how respected Yang Dayi was here.
When he saw Yang Dayi, he stopped when he saw Li Dan. He first gave a military salute, then reported that he had returned from completing his mission, and then introduced Dong Houyong to Li Dan.
"Mr. Dong saved more than two hundred brothers in a critical moment and left a bloodline for the Nanchang Army. It is respectable and respectable." After Li Dan expressed his stance, he cupped his fists and handed over his hands, and everyone stood up.
"Stand at attention, salute!" Dong Houyong was shocked to see that all the officers in the room were saluting him. His eyes blurred involuntarily, his voice was choked, and he said he didn't dare to do it, so he bowed in return.
"After the ceremony!" Li Dan came over and took his hand: "The salute just now is to pay tribute to all the officers and soldiers of the Nanchang Army. You are in a hurry and can still fight to the death, which is a role model for our generation!" He said It was so loud that the leaders around him applauded.
Dong Houyong received such courtesy for the first time in his life, and he couldn't stop crying as he said "I'm ashamed, I'm ashamed". Li Dan helped him sit next to Yang Dayi and asked gently:
"Dong Jun has returned with a great victory this time. I wonder if all the dividends and rewards given to the brothers have been distributed?"
Dong Houyong had heard the governor of the town talk about the rules here, and knew what he was referring to, so he nodded quickly: "The dividends from the seizures have been distributed, but due to the lack of money in Santang Town, the rewards for the war achievements have not yet been received. hair."
"Let's just send it all out today." Li Dan said to Master Ba:
"Everyone is home now. Regardless of whether they are locals or not, they all contribute to killing the enemy. Those who fight for the imperial court must treat everyone equally and act according to the rules.
As long as you work under my banner, the rules cannot be changed. Master Ba knew that he was making a gesture to show Boss Dong, so he quickly bowed and agreed.
At this time, Han An came in. He first met the newcomers and saluted, and then reported to Li Dan with a smile: "Everyone is inspecting, and the county magistrate will be here soon. He said he would like to personally thank the heroes of Santang Town!"
Li Dan laughed heartily and said, "The Supreme Master is about to arrive, and it is inevitable that he will ask for more. Before he arrives, let's talk about serious business!" After that, Zhao Jingzi called everyone to take their seats.
Dong Houyong looked at all this and found it very strange. If he had heard elsewhere that civil servants were coming, he would not have rushed to prepare a battle array and go out to greet him? It's a good thing that these people sat down to discuss matters.
"Is it appropriate that the county magistrate is coming and we don't go to greet him?" He turned sideways and asked Yang Dayi softly.
"It's okay, it's okay, don't worry. The eldest master is coming and he has to tidy up his clothes and arrange the ceremony. Brother Dan is sensible, so don't worry!"
Yang Dali smiled and patted him on the back. Such an intimate gesture would have frightened Dong Houyong when they first met, but now he is used to it.
At this time, Zhao Jingzi was seen in front, holding a rattan stick in his hand and pointing at the hanging map (Dong Hou opened his eyes in an instant) and said:
"Gentlemen, today's meeting is due to the urgent news received in the morning that the Lake bandit Liaohuazi tribe has joined Dong Qi's tribe.
After resupplying him and reorganizing his troops,
Dong Qi is still left at Shikou in the north of Wuni Town. About 6,000 people from Liaohuazi's headquarters have returned and are currently waiting for supplies at Guanyin Ferry.
According to the analysis of the information obtained by the Intelligence Section, the enemy is likely to cross the river and go south via Luguang Port in two days. The current situation is that the enemy's Maotaigong headquarters is preparing to launch a sneak attack on Leijiawan.
They have been attacking Leijiawan for several days. Now the offensive is suspended due to rain in the north. We analyze that this is a way to paralyze the defenders. Uncle Ma Jiu has taken measures to strengthen his vigilance.
Well, this time we will soon face the heavy troops of the Lake Bandits. Therefore, the General Staff formulated the "Operation Plan for the Defense of Yugan".
With the approval of Mr. Li, the capital inspector and deputy envoy for regiment training, it was decided to rely on the city to adopt a defensive posture in the near future, and the entire city entered a first-level defensive alert.
According to the previous decision, the inner gates of each urn city are closed. Access to the outer gates requires a permit signed by the metropolitan inspection branch. All other entries and exits are prohibited!
The streets will be cleaned from midnight every day, and the city patrol will be responsible for inspections and inspections in the south and north cities. A curfew will be imposed from garrison hour to midnight of the next day.
The Mianshan camp will be on alert like the city from now on. "At this time, he saw Jiao Conghu raising his hand and asked: "Jiao Baihu, do you have any questions? Please tell me."
Jiao Conghu had already participated in two or three military meetings, so he bowed his hands first, then stood up and said: "I just want to ask Zhao Canjun, should we stop dredging sand, transporting rocks, etc. in Mianshan Mountain? If so, How to place these young men?"
"There are currently 1,200 people in Mianshan. Mr. Jiao can choose 300 people to stay and help defend Mianshan, and then send 400 people into the city to help defend. The rest will go to Yujiadu and Yangbu. A large number of manpower is needed.”
After Zhao Jingzi finished speaking, Jiao Conghu nodded and said "I understand" and sat down.
Li Dan said: "Our key points are in two places. The city is used to attract and consume the enemy troops. The Yujiadu to Baima is to concentrate the counterattack force and manufacture weapons, vehicles and ships. Then the one who protects the Yujiadu is Mian. Mountain.
Therefore, Mr. Jiao, you have a great responsibility and must not neglect it! If Mianshan is lost, Yujiadu and others will have no barrier, and we will be alone. All of you who are stationed at Mianshan should remember this, please! ” He said and clasped his fists.
Jiao Conghu glanced at Wan Siyou beside him (Xie Baozi stayed at the camp and did not attend the meeting), and the two of them stood up at the same time and clasped their fists in agreement.
"Then I will announce the defense positions and arrangements of each department." After Li Dan signaled to continue, Zhao Jingzi opened a large envelope, pulled out a few pieces of paper, and said loudly:
"The defense envoy of the north city wall is Yang Dayi and deputy envoy Zhang Bo, the defense envoy of the east city wall is Tan Zhongxiao and deputy envoy Sun Liang, the defense envoy of the south city wall is Zhou Qin, and the defense envoy of the west city wall is Liu Hongsheng.
Zhu Qing was inspected in Nancheng, and Li Biao was inspected in Beicheng. The naval envoy Wei Xiaohe came and went to support the envoys Gu Da and Yang Yi...! "
Li Dan listened and learned that in addition to the above arrangements, each city wall was equipped with 300 Xiangyong armed with bamboo spears.
These people are militiamen who have been formed on-site at various construction sites. They have to complete auxiliary tasks such as assisting in operating and pulling trebuchets, carrying projectiles, and rescuing the wounded.
The leaders of the militia were served by government servants, policemen, and sons of country gentry who had courage and martial arts skills.
There are also thousands of young men led by two relief envoys, Gu Da and Yang Yi, who can be dispatched to various places at any time according to emergency needs, and prepare fire-fighting, first aid, projectiles, vehicles and other materials for use in offensive and defensive battles.
As soon as the meeting ended, the entire county immediately became tense. There were people everywhere delivering orders and mobilizing troops. The residents did not panic, but murmured: "Oh, we are finally here. Good luck, let this day pass as soon as possible!"
Fan Xianzun was respectfully invited to the back by Li Dan. First, Li Dan introduced Yang Baihu, who "passed by here and drew his sword to help," and Mr. Dong Bazong, who was in trouble and returned to the team in Huangxi. The county magistrate greatly praised the two of them. It was a good time. Encouraged.
After the two of them exited the room, Fan Xianzun smiled and patted the back of Li Dan's hand and said, "My dear nephew, I think you have arranged the layout very well, so I won't say anything more. But there is something I want to hear your opinion on." .”
"Oh?" Li Dan was surprised and hurriedly stood up and saluted: "I am a parent and an official. If you have anything to say, it's okay to say it. How can Dan dare to show off at such a young age?"
"Hey, it's not a big deal. It's just...," Fan
The county magistrate pondered for a moment, then lowered his voice and said, "There are people coming from Nanchang today."
"Ah?" Li Dan was stunned for a moment. He was guarding four gates. He would know whoever came in. How come the envoy from Nanchang didn't know about it? He thought for a moment: "Sir, did the other party come incognito?"
"Exactly!" Fan Xianzun nodded: "I brought some news. First, the news that you copied your uncle's property has spread to Nanchang, and he has reported you to the Yamen of the Procuratorate.
However, Yang Zuo Shi (referring to Yang Tao, the Zuo Shi Envoy of the Proclamation of Political Affairs) was a little dissatisfied and asked people to suppress the matter. "
"Oh? Master Yang must also think that my uncle did something wrong?"
Fan Xianzun smiled slightly: "Master Yang was demoted by the emperor after the defeat in Huangxi Town. He has nowhere to vent his anger. Now Yang He is pressing Fuzhou very hard. How can he care about Li Yanruo's family affairs?"
Li Dan muttered, and then asked: "So this matter is over?"
"Do you think your uncle will give up?" Li Dan shook his head, and Fan Xianzun sighed:
"This matter is being suppressed now, and what will happen in the future is still unknown. You don't have to pay too much attention to it. Just take it one step at a time.
On the contrary... I heard that Zuo Shenzheng filed a complaint against you, saying that you have no respect for your elders and no laws. Therefore, the title that Zhao Tongzhi requested for you may be wasted because of this. "
"Why is this 'leftist political leader' meddling in such nosy matters?" Li Dan asked angrily.
"Tang Xuan, Zuo Shenzhen, is the same age as your uncle. It was his arrangement to send a warship to pick him up this time."
"Hmph! Birds of a feather!" Li Dan punched the table, causing the small tureen to jump. When the anger subsided, he suddenly remembered: "The boss just said 'the first one', so what is the second one?"
"The news is that Ambassador Yang Zuo has been demoted and retained."
"Does this... have anything to do with me waiting for Shou Yuqian?"
"Yes," Mr. Fan Xianzun nodded: "The key point is the remnants of the officers and soldiers you took in."
Li Dan's eyes widened: "What do you mean, sir?"
"I just said that Yang Zuoshi was reprimanded by the emperor and was demoted and retained. He has nowhere to vent his anger..."
"Sir," Li Dan looked at the door and lowered his voice and said, "Sir, what you are saying is that if he knew about this remnant soldier, he might...?"
"If you are a soldier, you can just pay it back. Then Dong Bao will always be used for cutting." Fan Xianzun sighed: "Otherwise, Mr. Yang will not be able to get off the stage!"
Li Dan took a breath: "How dare he do this!"
"Why not?" Fan Xianzun shook his head: "As long as this head falls to the ground and someone is responsible for the loss of the teacher and the land, then Mr. Yang can be reinstated and the emperor can forgive his sins.
Even if he is just a General Manager or a Hundred Boss, do you think he would care about killing him, right? "
"Yes, it is not easy for Mr. Dong to survive a hundred battles! Besides, he has just defeated the Huxi bandit fleet and captured Chen Yuanhai's boat. Shouldn't he be rewarded instead of beheading him?"
Fan Xianzun knew that he had misunderstood, and waved his hand: "No, of course I know that the war is coming, how can I kill my own general?
It would be a pity to kill such a strong general who could fight his way out from thousands of troops and escape!
Besides, this matter has not yet spread to Nanchang, but I believe that I heard about Mr. Yang's situation there. I just heard you tell his story, so I specially remind you to be extra careful about their placement! "
Now Li Dan understood. I thought it would be over after saving Yang DaYi, but now Dong Houyong comes along. "Then, I understand. The boss will definitely not mention this person in the victory report to the superiors, let alone any former military generals participating in the war. It is all the credit of the county's regiment training and township braves, right?"
"That's pretty much it."
"Isn't this... too... for them?"
"Li Sanlang, Li Sanlang, you can be in the first grade of junior high school, why can't I be in the fifteenth grade?" Fan County Zun blinked: "Don't think that I don't know what happened to your brave Yang Baihu? You should Zhou Dutou'Heavenly King&
"Is the name false?" "
Li Dan was defeated by him. He put his hand on the back of his neck and laughed. He quickly changed the subject and asked: "Hey, since Mr. Yang is having a headache, why did Nanchang send someone to Yu Gan? If you want to send someone, you should go first. Poyang is the right place, right?”
"You made such a big fuss in Jinxian's place, do you think they don't know about it? They filed a complaint. They burst into tears and said that our regiment entered Nanchang Mansion without permission to fight across the border!"
"Ah? Did we make a mistake in helping him? Besides... what did the boss say?"
"I said, this is the work of the Fenggang local self-organized township braves. I, the remaining cadres, are defending the city and have never launched an attack on Huxi!"
"That's right! The boss is really smart and decisive!" Li Dan expressed his admiration from the bottom of his heart, and even gave him a thumbs up.
This is both a fact and not a fact. There is no way to find out the truth, so there is nothing you can do.
Fan Xianzun was humble, and then said: "Fortunately, the person who came is an acquaintance of mine in the Inspectorate. He will go back and explain to me that this is not a big deal.
However, it seems that Nanchang did not expect that the situation on Yu Qian's side would be so bad, let alone that we would get Chen Yuanhai's head through team training. hehe! "
"Have you told him about Santang Fort?"
"I didn't tell you. He learned it from the people's mouths after he came to the city."
Li Dan slapped his forehead, but he didn't expect that despite all the efforts, he couldn't cover it up in the end!
"When he asked for details, I told him the truth. Yang Baihu is not a military general in this province, so it's okay. There are only advantages and no disadvantages in reporting his name. Maybe we can help him find a position in Nanchang to stay.
After this great defeat, the army was in short supply of officers! It is not difficult to ask the commander of the capital of Nanchang to transfer him over and put him to use!
But I can't say anything to Mr. Dong, for fear of causing trouble for him. But in this way, we can only pay him more, but we can't help him win military glory. My nephew must try to convey this to them. "
