Jingnan, Jiangling.
Since the Battle of Liyang, Murong Yanzhao led 7,000 cavalry south again. As the commander-in-chief of the Southern Expedition, he was responsible for coordinating the overall operations, so it was not easy to stay in the rear. After Murong Yanzhao went south, Jiangling's defense not only did not relax, but also strengthened.
As a general who stayed behind, Sun Li was very unhappy. Although the defense task was also heavy, according to his temperament, he could not attack the city. So why did he come to the southern expedition? But he didn't dare to disobey military orders, so Sun Li had a bad temper these days.
Of course, it was not that Murong Yanzhao deliberately targeted Sun Li, but that although there were many generals in the Southern Expedition, once he left, the only one left who was qualified to guard Jiangling was Sun Li.
If you add another level of consideration, Sun Li does have some problems himself. In terms of talent alone, for today's Forbidden Army, Sun Li is not qualified to serve as the commander-in-chief of an army, or a large army like Si Xiaodi's Army in front of the palace.
However, Liu Chengyou has always been placed in such a key military position because of his relationship with Liu Chengyou and his loyalty and courage. After all, Sun Li followed Liu Chengyou and fought his way out of the Battle of Luancheng with one sword and one sword. As long as the soldiers who participated in the original war were still alive, regardless of whether they were on duty or retired, they would have good development.
As for Sun Li, with his unruly temperament, he basically only obeyed Liu Chengyou. The few times he participated in the expedition were all under the condition that Liu Chengyou personally led the expedition. This time he went to conquer Jinghu, but his old habit had returned. In order to avoid affecting the war, Murong Yanzhao had no intention of entangled him, and simply put him in Jiangling for guarding.
However, as the highest military officer currently guarding Jiangling, it is not difficult to say that it is difficult, but I am just a little depressed in my heart.
Dingshixuan is one of the most luxurious restaurants in Jiangling City. On the third floor, there are several banquets and drinks, the atmosphere is noisy and vulgar voices are heard. Occupying this most elegant room is a group of Qiu Ba.
Sun Li was in charge of the case, and under him were several generals under his command as well as surrendered generals from Jingnan. This time, several surrendered generals entertained Sun Li together to connect with each other. They also found several beautiful dancers to accompany him, and almost completely destroyed the restaurant. Wandering around the kiln was a disgrace to elegance, but how could this warrior care about it?
"I have long heard that the general is the emperor's confidant general. He is regarded as a legion. He follows your majesty in east and west campaigns and has repeatedly made meritorious deeds. In the battle of Luan City, hundreds of thousands of Khitans were defeated and the leader of Khitan was beheaded. It was earth-shattering. ....." A red-faced general with a mustache held the wine glass in both hands, gently leaned down and touched the wine glass in Sun's hand, and complimented loudly.
The Battle of Luancheng can be regarded as a glorious part of Sun Li's military career. It was the beginning of his promotion from an ordinary military academy to a senior general, and he has always been quite proud of it.
General Jing's compliments obviously scratched his itch. He showed a very helpful expression, waved his hands, and said with a grin: "Today, I am a wise man, a mighty man, and a man of unparalleled power. I am just a pawn, leading his men to fight without risking their lives." .”
"We are all overly humbled. Such a big battle is worthy of being remembered in history and can be said to be rare in a century. We have humble experience and have always admired it. I wonder if the general can tell us about the battle situation at that time..." Another A general made an excuse, stirring up the atmosphere.
"Okay! You are happy today, so let me talk to you!" Sun Li was obviously also in high spirits. He let go of the beauty in his arms and said: "At that time, the Khitan army was moving north, and its number was actually 200,000. As for us, we only have 8,000 soldiers, sneaking to the outskirts of Luan City, and there are still many stragglers.
At that time, His Majesty decided to launch a surprise attack on the Khitan army. All the generals were frightened and hesitant, including myself. To be honest with you, at that time I was only a thousand soldiers long, and I just thought that His Majesty's idea was too crazy. He was lurking and following you, and actually wanted to do such a big thing. I even thought that it was just a simple death.
You must know that among the less than 8,000 people, except for half of the Longqi Army, the rest are newly recruited surrendered soldiers and stray soldiers. But even so, His Majesty didn't even show a trace of fear.
However, His Majesty is the Holy Lord and Mingjun favored by God, and his thoughts are not something we ordinary people can guess. The Khitans are also used to being arrogant in the Central Plains, and they don't have much defense.
His Majesty encouraged the soldiers, made careful arrangements, attacked decisively, made surprise attacks and set fire to the camp, causing chaos in the camp. At that time, strong winds suddenly rose again, and the wind helped the fire spread in all directions.
I still vividly remember that battle, and the sound of killing is still in my ears. All I know is that according to His Majesty's plan, he will charge and kill people in his way, and his blood will flow like a river.
Half of the many scars on my body were caused by that battle. After the war, I almost lost my life. If I hadn't been brave and if His Majesty hadn't sent all the people to treat him, Sun wouldn't be where he is today... ..."
Sun Li talked about his experience in general with great interest, but even though he drank too much wine, his mind was not yet confused. Regarding the Battle of Luancheng, the imperial court's propaganda was a complete version, which did have many discrepancies with the facts. Although what Sun Li told was from his own perspective, it did not go beyond the scope.
And a group of generals praised them with all their heart: "The general's bravery and heroic spirit are really admirable! I wish I could participate in such a big battle, we are really not lucky!"
"It all happened eight or nine years ago, it's nothing to say!" With a proud smile on his face, Sun Li pretended to be humble.
He reached out and hugged the right hand again. Sun Li bit down on the wine glass that the beauty handed to his mouth. After drinking a glass of wine, his rough right hand rubbed the round and soft big buttocks in his arms a few times. The beautiful lady screamed twice.
Sun Li said a little wildly: "Jiangling is as good as Jiangling! The wine is good and the people are friendly. Compared with Tokyo, it has a different flavor! This Dingshixuan is rare even in Kaifeng City!"
A Jing general heard the emotion in Sun Li's mouth, rolled his eyes, stepped forward, lowered his voice slightly, and said: "General, this Dingshixuan is the property of Sikong and Gao Baoyin, the envoy of the festival. .”
"No wonder, they are from the Gao family! What Sikong and Jieyuan envoys..." Sun Li said disdainfully as he was drunk.
"The generals are right!" The general agreed and said the following: "The imperial court wants to move the entire Gao family to the Central Plains. Gao Baoyin is selling off his property, and the restaurant here is also one of them. If the generals are interested, you can omit it. Use hands and feet..."
With a raised brow, Sun Li stared at the general with a cold gaze: "What do you mean by this?"
"This Dingshixuan is considered the best restaurant in Jiangling City!" The general laughed along with him: "Since everyone likes it and Gao Baoyin wants to sell it, why not fund it and take it down so that we can come here more often in the future!"
"After the Southern Expedition, I was going to return to Kaifeng, so why did I stay in a restaurant in Jiangling..." Sun Li curled his lips slightly and said, "Besides, with the size of the restaurant, I It’s not worth how much it will cost!”
Hearing what he said, General Jing became even more enthusiastic, and lowered his voice a little lower, saying: "Everyone can rest assured that Gao Baoyin is eager to take action. General Jing can think of ways to help the generals take over at a suitable price."
Sun Li smiled, his drunkenness subsided, and a shrewd look appeared on his rough face. He looked at him playfully: "You guys are so diligent, what are your intentions? Why, do you want to bribe me?"
Facing Sun Li's question, the general quickly explained: "The last general admires the general..."
"Don't say this kind of nonsense in front of me!" Sun Li interrupted him immediately, staring at the man who was a little panicked: "Although I am a rough man, I am not stupid. I must be polite to others. I still understand the truth of asking for something. Also, you are just a general, why should you go to negotiate with Gao Baoyin and get a suitable price? Could it be that you want to use my name to force him!"
There was a sense of embarrassment that his scheming had been revealed. Sun Li looked angry but not angry. The general panicked and said quickly: "How dare you, general?"
"Tell me! What is your purpose?" Sun Li seemed to have lost his patience and asked.
"The last general is a reduced general, and he realizes that his future is slim. He hopes to have a backer in the court. He just wants to serve the generals, hoping that he can do a little bit of the work of dogs and horses!"
