On May 13th, the Fengwu Army camp was held at night.
Today is the fifth day after the Fengwu Army began to attack the city. Since the Fengwu Army adopted the method of digging forward, although the progress has not been very fast, as of today, they have only managed to dig trenches to Weiguan City. Within a hundred steps, but the effect is very good······················
The trench effectively offset many arrows and bullets fired from the Weiguan city wall, which reduced the number of casualties suffered by the Fengwu Army during the siege. This undoubtedly strengthened the Fengwu Army's confidence in continuing to implement this strategy.
At this time, in the Chinese military camp of the Fengwu Army, General Zheng Chuang reported to Yuan Songhui with a smile:
"Sir, the propaganda team's performance was very successful. The soldiers' faith in the Fengwu Army has been greatly enhanced. Everyone is shouting to serve the commander-in-chief, serve the Fengwu Army, and capture Wei Pass for the commander-in-chief!
"Also, everyone is discussing how to spend their silver bounty. They are all afraid that the silver they have worked hard for will be spent carelessly. Some brothers even want to store the silver in Dadongsheng Company!"
Hearing this, Yuan Song nodded calmly. Although he didn't know how Ye Mingsheng came up with this move, Yuan Song had to admit that it was very effective.
The dramas performed by the propaganda teams were very eye-catching, and the scene at the end of the drama in which the soldiers solved problems for the soldiers was deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. Many people were even moved to tears, and the cohesion of the troops was also strengthened. ··························
To be honest, as the commander-in-chief of the Fengwu Army's Western Expedition, Yuan Song was still a little worried about the propaganda teams sent by the above and the new reward and pension plan, fearing that these would shake the morale of the army and affect the Fengwu Army. Attack on Wei Pass.
Despite such worries, Yuan Song also had some understanding of the financial situation of the Fengwu Army. He knew that if he did not cut expenses now, the Fengwu Army would not be able to increase investment and send more soldiers to the front line, so he also chose By default, I secretly hope that the promotion will be successful.
Although the new reward and pension plan has not yet been officially announced in the military for frontline soldiers to choose from, judging from the effect of the current publicity, all Yuan Song's doubts are gone.
Yuan Song believes that after the new plan is launched in a few days, the officers and soldiers of the Fengwu Army will actively sign up and use practical actions to express their support for the Fengwu Army.
While Yuan Song and Zheng Chuang were discussing matters, the guard came over and reported:
"Sir! The Eighth Division General Ye Tao has come to report something important!"
Yuan Song was a little confused when he heard this. He didn't know what important matter Ye Tao had to report so late at night, but he still nodded and signaled to the guards to let Ye Tao in.
After a while, Ye Tao walked into the camp. As soon as he entered the camp, he wanted to say something, but when he saw General Zheng Chuang in the camp, there was a trace of hesitation in his expression, and the words in his mouth were also unclear. I don’t know whether I should say it or not...
Seeing this, Zheng Chuang was also a little unhappy, but he still cupped his hands to Yuan Song and walked out of the tent. After Zheng Chuang left, Ye Tao immediately began to preach:
"Master Yuan, we have captured an enemy soldier. This man claims to be Yang Dafu. He is the guard of Tang Peng, the deputy governor of Weiguan. He climbed down the rope from the Weiguan city wall to contact our army on behalf of Tang Peng!"
Yuan Song was shocked when he heard this. No wonder Ye Tao asked Zheng Chuang to leave before he could tell him. Such news is indeed very confidential!
Yuan Song pondered for a moment and asked Ye Tao:
"Does this person have proof that he is Tang Peng's guard?"
Ye Tao immediately took out a token with the word "Tang" engraved on the front and the words "Yang Dafu" engraved on the north side. He handed it to Yuan Song with both hands and said:
"This is what we found from this person! This person said this is his certificate as Tang Peng's guard!"
After taking the iron plate, Yuan Song also looked at it. He had naturally seen Tang Peng in the Forbidden Army for many years.
However, Tang Peng was the son of the Duke of Chu at that time, and he was a small sentry commander, so
The two of them had no contact with each other, so Yuan Song didn't know whether this iron plate was a certificate for Tang Peng's protection.
However, just looking at this token, it still looks like the same thing. The style is more exquisite and the casting is more standardized. Seeing Yuan Song holding the iron token without saying anything, Ye Tao couldn't help but suggest:
"Sir, that man only said that he came to report something to you on the order of Tang Peng, but no matter how much I pressed him, he didn't say what he wanted to report. He said that he could only report it to you, so sir, do you think you want to report it? Don’t meet me...
When Yuan Song heard this, he also felt that it was better not to believe it. After all, Tang Peng was the deputy governor of Weiguan. He sent someone to contact him to most likely surrender. Although he didn't know why Tang Peng did this, if it was true, , then with the help of Tang Peng, they may soon enter the city!
Thinking of this, Yuan Song couldn't help but ask:
"Where is this person now?"
"Just outside the tent, waiting for your summons, Mr. Yuan!" Ye Tao immediately replied:
"Bring him in!"
"yes!"
Following Yuan Song's order, a young man with a strong build and tied up was escorted into the camp by two guards.
Yuan Song looked at the young man in front of him, and then asked in a deep voice:
"You said you are Tang Peng's guard?"
Although he was tied up by Wuhua Dafu, young Yang Dafu was not panicked. He did not answer Yuan Song's question directly but asked:
"Are you Yuan Song? I will only tell him!"
As soon as these words came out, Ye Tao immediately yelled and cursed:
"You bastard, open your dog eyes and take a look. The person in front of you is Mr. Yuan Song Yuan!"
Upon hearing this, Yang Dafu's eyes suddenly flashed, and he looked at Yuan Song in front of him curiously. Looking at the middle-aged and elderly man in front of him who was short in stature, unattractive in appearance, and with a weathered face, the man said in disbelief:
"Are you Yuan Song? The Yuan Song who is known as the number one general of the Fengwu Army?"
When Yuan Song heard this, he said calmly:
"I don't dare to be the first general of the Fengwu Army, but if you are looking for Yuan Song, the commander-in-chief of the Fengwu Army's Western Expedition, it would be me... ·············》
Yang Dafu hesitated and whispered:
"My name is Yang Dafu. I am a servant of the Tang family and the bodyguard of our general. I am here to tell you, Mr. Yuan, that our general has decided to abandon the dark side and surrender to the bright side, and is willing to dedicate Wei Pass to your army!"
As soon as these words came out, the young Ye Tao was undoubtedly very excited, and a look of joy appeared on his face unconsciously. The mature and steady Yuan Song, because he had already guessed the purpose of Yang Dafu's trip, his expression did not fluctuate. .
Glancing at Yang Dafu, Yuan Song asked:
"What is your plan, General Tang?"
Yang Dafu heard this and said without thinking:
"When your troops attack the city tomorrow during the day, our General Tang will open the city gate and let your troops enter the Wei Pass!"
Yuan Song frowned slightly when he heard this. Although he guessed that Tang Peng asked Yang Dafu to come here in order to surrender, he did not expect that Tang Peng was so anxious and wanted to do it during the day tomorrow!
And there is another thing that Yuan Song is more confused about. Tang Peng is the hereditary Duke of Chu in the Luo'an court and a representative figure among the nobles.
Although the Fengwu Army is currently using the slogan of being on the side of the Qing Dynasty, everyone knows that the slogan is a slogan. What Ye Mingsheng and the Fengwu Army are doing is to change the dynasty!
Although it is difficult for the Luo'an court at the moment, Wei Pass has not been lost after all. As long as the Fengwu army is blocked from Wei Pass, the Luo'an court can continue to survive. Therefore, the Luo'an court has not yet reached the point of certain destruction... ·····················
Therefore, even if Tang Peng, a noble of the Great Zhou Dynasty, surrendered, it would be impossible for him to retain the title of Duke of Chu in his family in the new dynasty founded by Fengwu Army.
, so Yuan Song thinks that Tang Peng should not give up until the last moment!
After all, it is the title of Duke. Under the rules of the Zhou Dynasty, people with the surname Jiang were not allowed to be crowned kings. He was already at the top of the hierarchy. For this title, how many people died and how many sacrifices were made by the ancestors of the Tang family. In exchange for this honor?
Therefore, it is difficult for Yuan Song to understand why Tang Peng took the initiative to surrender to the military army at this time and gave up the title of Duke of the country inherited from his family?
Is it just because the Fengwu Army is attacking quickly and is at the absolute top of the situation, does Tang Peng think that the Luoan court cannot defend it?
Yuan Song didn't know what Tang Peng was thinking, but if he were Tang Peng in another person's shoes, even if he wanted to surrender, he would wait until the Fengwu army broke through Wei Guan and the soldiers pointed directly at Luo'an, and the Luo'an court had completely lost hope. He had no choice but to give up and surrender to the Fengwu Army!
Because he couldn't understand Tang Peng's behavior, Yuan Song couldn't help but have doubts. He suspected that Tang Peng and Ma Chongyang had set a trap for him!
Although Wei Guan is still in the hands of the Forbidden Army, everyone knows that the situation in Wei Guan is difficult. The fall of Wei Guan is probably only a matter of time... ···········
The only suspense is whether the imperial army can hold on for a month, two months, or longer!
Ma Chongyang and Tang Peng are not fools, and they naturally understand this. So in order to change the ending of failure, these two people want to make a bold and dangerous move and trick him into Yuan's trap?
Realizing this possibility, Yuan Song couldn't help but narrowed his eyes. Although he doubted whether Ma Chongyang and Tang Peng were so bold and dared to play this way!
But as the old saying goes, don’t be afraid of ten thousand, just be afraid of the unexpected!
So Yuan Song pondered for a moment and then tested Yang Dafu:
"If General Tang Peng can abandon the dark side and turn to the light, it will be a great joy for both of us to have no objection!"
"I believe that our Marshal Ye will also welcome General Tang's arrival. I wonder if General Tang will offer Wei Pass to our army, but are there any conditions?"
Faced with Yuan Song's question, Yang Dafu blinked and fell into thinking. He seemed to be recalling what Tang Peng had told him. After thinking about it for half a cup of tea, Yang Dafu raised his head and shook his head at Yuan Song. He shook his head and said:
"Master Yuan, our general did not ask me to put forward any conditions to your troops. He just told me that he will open the city gate when your troops attack the city tomorrow!"
Regarding the answer given by Yang Dafu, even Yuan Songzhi was a little surprised...
What on earth was Tang Peng thinking? For such a big matter of surrender, did he not mention any conditions?
After thinking carefully for a while, Yuan Song really couldn't figure out what Tang Peng wanted to do, so he immediately asked Yang Dafu directly;
"Brother Yang, let's open the skylight and tell the truth. Why does General Tang suddenly want to surrender?"
When Yang Dafu heard this, his expression suddenly became hesitant. Seeing this, Yuan Song's expression became even more serious and he said in a deep voice:
"If you don't explain this question clearly, Brother Yang, I'm afraid you won't be able to win people's trust!"
Hearing what Yuan Song said, Yang Dafu sighed and said:
"Master Yuan, since you have spoken for this reason, then I can only tell the truth!"
"Our general was originally not completely sure about whether to surrender to your army, but two days ago Murong Lun, the Minister of Civil Affairs, launched an uprising in Luo'an!"
"But because the news was leaked, the uprising was suppressed by Shangguan Changgong. Murong Lun, Chen Jingyu and others were all killed. Although our general did not participate in this uprising, our general had been exchanging letters with Murong Lun before!"
"There is news from Luo'an that these letters have fallen into the hands of Shangguan Changgong! Shangguan Changgong is now red-eyed. Our general realizes that he cannot escape the clutches, so he wants to... ····················》
"Master Yuan, I have told you everything frankly. Now it depends on your letter.
I don’t believe it anymore! "
Although what Yang Dafu said was not much, the amount of information was very huge, which shocked both Yuan Song and Ye Tao.
Yuan Song was the first to react and said to Yang Dafu:
"Thank you, Brother Yang, for being honest. This matter is important and we need to discuss it as soon as possible. You can go down and rest now. We will give you an answer overnight!"
Seeing that Yuan Song still didn't believe in him too much, although Yang Dafu was a little helpless, he could only nod his head and retreat with the guards.
After Yang Dafu left, Yuan Song immediately ordered:
"Calling all the generals above the commander-in-chief of the entire army to the Chinese Army Camp for a meeting! And ask Zhang Xiaojie from the Coordination Office to come as well!"
"yes!"
Although it was already late at night and many people had already washed up and gone to bed, under Yuan Song's military order, these generals of the Fengwu Army immediately got up from their warm beds, dressed neatly and walked quickly towards Yuan Song's middle The military camp came over, not daring to show any signs of neglect...
