According to historical records, "Jingguan" first appeared in the Spring and Autumn Period when wars broke out.
At that time, Jin and Chu were at war, and Chu won. In order to frighten other vassal states, Chu gathered the corpses of Jin people, placed them outside the city wall, and built a terrifying tomb.
Although it was very cruel and was considered harmful to the peace of the world, it did achieve the effect of deterring other countries. Because of this, the various princely states not only did not unite to condemn this behavior, but instead rushed to imitate it to show their force.
Unexpectedly, when the Xiongnu prisoners of war heard Zhang Liao's order that only the dead would be built into the palace without harming the remaining ones, they worked even harder.
"General, this is the head of our tribe's leader. Maybe we can get some merit in exchange for it."
"This person's identity is not simple, he is Pi Xiaowang..."
The situation was urgent last night, and all the cavalrymen who attacked the camp had only one thought in their minds: kill them.
So they didn't care about identifying the enemy and just killed them. However, now that prisoners of war actively cooperated, things became much simpler.
Ding Yuan immediately changed the order:
All Xiongnu nobles with more than 10,000 cavalry commanders were packed into the capital, had their heads cut off and bled, then pickled with lime and salt, and finally put into boxes for storage, waiting for the envoys sent by the imperial court to inspect and accept them.
As for the captains, commanders of a thousand cavalry, and commanders of a hundred cavalry, they also enjoyed special treatment and were placed at the top of the capital to serve as a warning to others.
The smell of blood and stench spread dozens of miles away, and also attracted hordes of vultures. They greedily enjoyed the free meal, but the Han soldiers did not stop them.
There were too many corpses, tens of thousands.
Even though the lord sent many elites who were able to lift the cauldron to help, they still couldn't take care of it. They were busy from noon to Youshi before they managed to build it.
One mile in radius and thirteen feet high.
From a distance, it looks like a small bump in the wilderness, but it exudes a stench.
Fortunately, Zhang Liao had rich experience and ordered people to fetch lime. When pouring the Jingguan, he had to spread it evenly between each layer of corpses. Not only that, after the Jingguan was built, he personally commanded the soldiers and went outside. Pile it in a thick layer to avoid causing the plague.
After all, tens of thousands of corpses are piled up in one place, and if they are left to rot, the people of Bingzhou will suffer in the end. Lime can not only be used to preserve the heads of thieves and chiefs, but also to ward off evil spirits and suppress evil spirits——
In the eyes of people of this era, the so-called evil and evil spirits are the source of plague.
"Why hasn't Meng Ming come back yet?"
After hearing that the construction of the Jingguan was completed, Ding Yuan walked out of the Chinese army camp and took a tour.
However, as he looked at the increasingly gloomy sky, his pride gradually faded because he thought of Lu Li who was chasing the enemy single-handedly.
After experiencing the war for the first time, he was able to personally commit Feng Dy and lead his troops to charge forward. He was extremely brave, especially the act of announcing his name in front of the battle. Every time he thought about it, Ding Yuan still felt his blood boiling.
It is really gratifying that such a young Junyan, who looks heroic and is loyal to his master, can take the initiative to seek refuge with him.
Born into a poor family?
It doesn't matter.
A hero doesn't ask where he comes from. He, Ding, originally came from a humbler background. How is he now? Zhang Yi was besieged and killed by foreign tribes, and the position of governor was vacant. He only needed a little work, and this was what he had in his pocket.
In fact, after witnessing Lu Li's performance last night, Ding Yuan already regarded him as a good son-in-law. As soon as the army returned and the remnants of the Yellow Turbans were cleared away, he would invite Lu Xu into the house to discuss matters concerning his children.
"My lord, don't worry. Maybe Meng Ming encountered some trivial matter on the way and delayed the time."
Zhang Liao was able to keep his composure. Seeing that his lord was a little anxious, he analyzed it: "Although the Huns have strange methods, they are far from the opponent of those who have understood the spirit of war. I heard that Meng Ming killed Wan Qi Commander in a single encounter, let alone that. The pampered King Guli can be destroyed with just a few hands."
Not long ago, Zhang Liao personally killed King Zuo Xian. The whole process was as easy as slaughtering a pig or a dog. Coupled with his understanding of Lu Li's strength, his words were naturally convincing.
At this time, Ding Yuan also calmed down and said helplessly: "I am not worried that he will not be able to capture King Guli, but I am worried that he will cross the border to attack the thieves and conflict with the officers and soldiers of other states."
"There are no strong generals in You and Ji states." Zhang Liao still had confidence in Lu Li: "What's more, Meng Ming has always been quick-witted and will definitely be able to return home unscathed."
Somehow, Zhang Liao thought of the scene when the two met. After the guy met him, he didn't blush or breath. He pointed directly to the fork in front and said: Left.
If he hadn't known in advance that the killer was wearing a fox fur, he might have been deceived.
"If Meng Ming cannot give me a reasonable explanation after returning to camp, I must punish him severely."
After hearing the consolation, Ding Yuan was in a good mood. He smiled and stroked his beard, looked into the distance and said, "I will fine him half a year's salary."
As for whether his beloved general crosses the border and offends other princes along the way, Ding Yuan doesn't care at all. As Zhang Liao said, there are no strong generals in You and Ji states. Furthermore, who can compare with Fengxian?
at the same time.
The black-maned horse carrying Lu Li and Zhao Yun snorted continuously and couldn't help but slow down.
Waves of evil wind blew past his face. Zhao Yun frowned slightly and couldn't help but ask: "Where does this stench come from?"
"It should have drifted from the Huns' camp."
Lu Li checked the direction carefully and said to himself: "That's not right. Logically speaking, it has been so long. My lord should have sent people to bury all the corpses. Why is there such a strong smell?"
For a moment, the two of them were in shock and confusion.
At the same time, a possibility came to mind: Xiutu Gehu sent troops to help and was fighting fiercely with the Han army. Therefore, the lord (Ding Yuan) had no time to distract himself from handling the corpses.
At this thought, Zhao Yun couldn't help but tighten the ancient sword in his hand and asked: "Brother, why don't we find a high ground first and observe the situation ahead?"
"Need not."
After quickly calming down, Lu Li shook his head. He had confidence in Zhang Liao, and he didn't think Xiutugehu, who had been besieging Yanmen County for a long time, was capable of competing with the Han army. I'm afraid his master had come up with some new tricks.
Furthermore, with the bravery of him and Zhao Yun, why should they be afraid of those miscellaneous men? Anyone who dares to block the road will be killed directly.
Just like that, Lu Li tightened his grip on the horse's belly, signaling the black-maned horse to speed up.
Oooh.
Following a strange cry, a black shadow passed across the wilderness, kicking up countless snow dust.
"came back."
Almost at the same time, Zhang Liao, who was preparing to return to the camp with his lord to wait, had a smile on his face and turned to look to the southeast.
Hearing this, the mature and prudent Ding Yuan also raised his eyes and looked into the distance.
"Jingguan?"
A small hill was reflected in Zhao Yun's eyes, and the stench came from here.
Anyone who wants to join the army knows this.
A few years ago, Huangfu Song suppressed the Yellow Turban Uprising in Xiaquyang and built the Jingguan Tower with 100,000 heads!
At that time, the whole country was in an uproar, and the general instantly changed from a prestigious pillar of the country to a bloodthirsty butcher.
