When Dai Zong got the divine robe borrowed from Guan Luoyang, he felt that his whole body had endless strength. He began to use the magic of divine movement to a higher level. His body was like a flying star and his shadow was like lightning.
Under his feet, he saw mountains like boxes, undulating like pythons, surrounded by running water like jade belts, with many silk threads spreading out, reflecting the sun. After a while, he saw a big river lying across it.
The sound of surging water is vast and majestic, and many shipwrecks are still floating on the water. Looking downstream, you can vaguely see the floating corpses of soldiers from the two countries. On the shoal on the other side, there are many traces of broken soldiers' armor.
Dai Zong did not dare to be careless and slowed down slightly. He was about a hundred feet above the ground, walked in the air, crossed the boundary river, followed the traces of the battle, distinguished the largest marching hoofprints, and found it.
Along the way, he saw many captured cities and abandoned camps. The corpses of Liao soldiers were like ant piles, discarded under the city gates. The markets were in ruins. The people in the city did not dare to go out, but there were still countless smoke and birds. rising.
In each city, there are only a few hundred elite soldiers of the Song army left, with swords in their hands and ready to fight. Although there are not many people, there is a huge gap between the elite soldiers and ordinary people. As long as there is no counterattack by the Liao army, they will be enough. Shock the order of a city for the future.
Soon after, Dai Zong arrived at the place where the Song and Liao armies were facing each other.
I saw the city gate of the Liao Kingdom opposite, as majestic as iron, built against the mountains, and the terrain was dangerous. The flags in the city were like clouds. Except for the strong wind in the mountains, there was no sound.
The Song Army camp here stretches for several miles in front and back and more than twenty miles horizontally. Haogou, fences, and tents have all been properly placed. Soldiers are patrolling in a stream. Outside any larger tents, there are people queuing up. Soldiers, waiting to receive some gold beads, silk, money and food rewards to continue to boost morale.
Thousands of cauldrons were set up, sheep and cattle were slaughtered, and livestock and poultry were slaughtered. The aroma floated between the clouds, fumigated like mist, and blown away by the strong wind.
Soldiers who practice magic skills cannot live without food unless they reach the realm of treasure-bone gods and demons. In addition to devouring minerals, they also need ordinary human food. Moreover, enjoying meat and gathering around fires are not just for filling their stomachs. Even the generals in the army who no longer need to eat grain are looking forward to it.
There was a general in the army, Hua Rong, who had a jade face and a short beard and was very good at archery. He was chatting and laughing with several generals around him. He said regretfully: "It's a pity that there is only the smell of meat and no smell of wine."
Next to him, King Kong Song Wan of Yunli, Xiao Wenhou Lu Fang and others were also aroused by his words and said with a smile: "Actually, all of us can drink a thousand cups without getting drunk. Even if we drink a few jars, we are not afraid." If you are too soft on the battlefield, why not go to the quartermaster’s office to ask for some wine and prepare a table for yourself?”
Hua Rong was greatly moved and said, "It's just that it's better to report to Han Shuai first."
"No."
Yang Zhi held a knife in his arms and appeared behind them. He glanced over with cold eyes and said, "The army will still have a series of fierce battles in the near future. Drinking is not a good thing. As a general, you must set an example."
Everyone was speechless. After he walked away, Lu Fang said softly: "Are you going to ask for a drink?"
Yunli Jingang Song Wan shuddered and said: "Yang Zhi is unkind and he is a military judge. It's better not to mess with him. In fact, it would be good to make some hot soup cakes with big bones and meat."
Hua Rong and others nodded repeatedly.
Suddenly Hua Rong's body trembled, and his eyes turned to the distant clouds in the sky, only to see nothing there.
His eyelids did not move, but there seemed to be feathers flashing in succession in his eyes. Every time they flashed, the boy's hole would switch to a different color, and a red and purple trail appeared in the air under his divine eyes, spreading towards the big tent. among.
Without saying much, Hua Rong took the bow and arrow and chased after him. When he was approaching the tent, he saw Han Shizhong's soldiers coming towards him.
"General Hua, the commander knows that you are coming and asked me to send a message that there is nothing in the tent. Please retreat."
Hua Rong was doubtful. After retreating, he looked over there from time to time. Soon after, he saw the door curtain move again, and an unclear figure went straight into the clouds and disappeared.
At this moment, only Han Shizhong and his wife were left in the Chinese army's tent.
Liang Hongyu is also a female general in the imperial court. She goes out with the army as a general. No men are allowed to show up on the battlefield, so it is natural for her to appear here.
But if other generals find out about Dai Zong's visit to the tent just now, I'm afraid there will be some commotion.
"You don't want to go back and fight with the rebels, but when the emperor gets here, you won't be able to make a choice."
Liang Hongyu whispered, "No matter which path you choose, I will hold my sword by your side."
After Han Shizhong was silent for a long time, he said: "The emperor's cultivation is so advanced that not all the generals in the army are willing to betray him. You and I can't kill the emperor."
Liang Hongyu said: "Dai Zong said he would not go far, and he is still waiting for the letter. As long as you give him a signal, Guan Luoyang and the others will come to help. When the time comes, we should cooperate inside and outside..."
"Isn't Guan Luoyang worried that it's a trick to trap him?"
Han Shizhong sighed deeply. They secretly communicated with each other and had a tacit understanding with each other, but it was only secretly and tacitly.
After all, the border troops were still soldiers of the imperial court, and Han Shizhong's confidants were only a minority among them.
There are too many uncertain factors. If he makes a wrong bet this time, he will not be the only one who will die, but all the people around him who are as close as brothers.
"Let me think about it again."
Han Shizhong couldn't think for long, because just about two-quarters of an hour later, auspicious clouds surged in the sky, and illusory golden scales wandered among them. All the generals who also practiced the dynasty's luck method felt a similar feeling. source of pressure.
That was the manifestation of the destiny of the Emperor of the Song Dynasty.
Hundreds of generals, big and small, in the military camp were shocked and confused. They all hurriedly put down the bowls and cooking utensils in their hands. Those who gathered in small groups to chat quickly cleaned up their clothes and armor, and rushed to the Chinese army's camp together. Han Shizhong went out to meet the emperor.
Only the emperor came, without a chariot, and he looked quite haggard and dusty, as if he was in a hurry to get here.
Many generals did not dare to look strange on their faces. Outside the camp, they performed a great ceremony and paid homage. The mountains shouted "Long live the emperor" and respectfully welcomed the emperor into the camp.
Emperor Tianming entered the central army tent, sat on the throne, and the generals bowed again. After the emperor let everyone stand, he did not make any false promises, and ordered the generals to stop attacking Liao, return to the boundary river, and mobilize the army to quell the rebellion.
"As the saying goes, when fighting against external forces, you must first make peace at home!"
The emperor's voice was like thunder, majestic and majestic, and he looked around with angry eyes, "The rebels from all walks of life, led by Liangshan, have colluded with each other. They are so daring and scheming that they have become a flood. If they are not killed, the people will not be angry, and if they are not suppressed, it will not be enough." To stabilize the people’s hearts.”
"Only by annihilating them first can the scholars be at ease and the local sages provide money and food. Then is the time to attack Daliao."
The generals had been stationed at the border for many years, and finally waited for the opportunity to attack their old enemy and regain their homeland. They were originally very excited, but they did not expect that the Song Dynasty was already in such a critical situation. It was even more obvious that the emperor was extremely angry at their attack on the Liao Dynasty and did not approve of it at all. Everyone was trembling and did not dare to say anything.
"Official family."
As the coach, Han Shizhong could only give advice, "The Liao Kingdom attacked first in this battle. We can't wait to fight back. If we want to cease the war, I'm afraid the Liao Kingdom will not die."
Emperor Tianming said: "All you have to do is hand over the peace treaty. At the worst, you can give them some preferential treatment. Once the rebels are defeated, there will always be a chance to make them spit it out in the future."
Han Shizhong said quickly: "The imperial army is now overwhelmingly powerful. It will take more than a month at most to reach the gates of Youzhou City. By then, whether it is war or peace, it can all be decided by the officials. The Liao Kingdom will never dare to do anything." How many objections.”
The so-called Yanyun Sixteen Prefectures are the sixteen prefectures centered on Youzhou and Yunzhou, among which Youzhou is more important. Among the five capitals established by the Liao Kingdom, Youzhou Youdu Prefecture is the most important. The southernmost point of the Five Capitals.
On the eve of the founding of the Song Dynasty, Chai Rong, Shizong of the Later Zhou Dynasty, led his army to attack the Liao Dynasty, advancing both by land and water. In more than a month, he recovered the three prefectures of Ying, Mo, and Ning, as well as the three passes of Yijin Pass, Waqiao Pass, and Yukou Pass.
In May, when he was about to capture Youzhou, he fell seriously ill and had to send his troops back. He died in Kaifeng on June 19th.
If Han Shizhong's army captures Youzhou and Emperor Tianming wants to cease the war, he only needs to release a small amount of information, which is enough for the Liao Kingdom to take the initiative to sue for peace. The initiative lies with the Song Army, and even if they want to attack Yan again in the future, Yun, it will be much easier to regain our homeland.
As soon as these words came out, all the generals in the camp looked at their emperor with expectations and approval on their faces.
However, Emperor Tianming disappointed them.
"It will take more than a month to reach Youzhou, which is one of the five capitals of the Liao Kingdom. How long will it take for you to completely capture it?"
Emperor Tianming said, "I'm afraid that Bianliang has been occupied by those grass bandits before you even reach Youzhou City. I, the Great Song Dynasty Zhengtong, Tianhuang Guwei, and most of the important officials in the dynasty will fall into the hands of a bunch of thugs." .”
"Han Shizhong, how can you bear the misfortune of the princes, how can you despise the emperor's favor and official duties, how can you despise the majesty of the imperial court?!"
"I don't dare!"
Many generals knelt down one after another. Han Shizhong struggled in his heart and wanted to give some more advice, saying, "Officials, even if they want to retreat, they must maintain a strict banner and retreat slowly, not giving the Liao troops an opportunity. "
Emperor Tianming's eyes moved: "You tell me."
"The Liao soldiers and horses have been defeated in consecutive battles. They have retreated to this point and are already panicking. As long as there is another big victory tomorrow to break their position and crush their morale, when our army retreats, they will not dare to easily pursue us."
Han Shizhong sighed in his heart, "At that time, we can calmly retreat to the boundary river, leaving only a few soldiers and horses to defend the danger, and the rest of the army can follow the officials back."
"good!"
The emperor agreed very happily and said, "Then you, the good minister, will go to battle in person tomorrow, bringing with you the most capable men under your command, and fight to a quick victory."
All the generals knelt down to thank him.
The emperor was condescending, overlooking the group of generals who showed the most obvious change from worry to joy, and secretly made a note.
Now that the emperor is here, the military regulations for the generals and soldiers in the army naturally have no control over him. After bathing and incense, the quartermaster will present him with fine wine and food.
The best part of silk, which was usually used as a reward for army sergeants and even some generals, was selected and spread on the ground.
All the oil lamps were removed and replaced with the pearls used by the Taoist officials to cast spells. The climate of the emperor's camp was adjusted to a cooler climate. The emperor was also given the finest furs to cover himself with to keep out the cold.
The rewards and rewards given to all the soldiers today have become the emperor's will, and there are endless compliments from outside.
Han Shizhong mobilized his troops and reported to the emperor from time to time, ensuring that tomorrow's battle would be fought well.
Late at night, the lights in the tent were still bright. The emperor retreated to the left and right, covered the pearl, and said he wanted to sleep.
After a while, Emperor Tianming and Zhao Kuangyin met in the wilderness outside the camp.
There are no other indestructible golden elixirs or magic bones in Bianliang City. Although there are many soldiers and horses, they can never stop Liangshan's soldiers.
Emperor Tianming and Zhao Kuangyin immediately decided to go to the border army. They had a long conversation on the way, which informed Zhao Kuangyin of the current situation. However, when they arrived at the border army camp, Zhao Kuangyin disappeared and did not show up.
"You really hit the mark."
Emperor Tianming briefly talked about the reactions of the generals in the camp.
Zhao Kuangyin nodded slightly, his eyes shining brightly: "After seeing those battlefield ruins on the way here, I knew that Han Liangchen was really a rare and famous general. He was also a pioneer and very courageous. It was inevitable that he would destroy the morale of the Liao Kingdom before retreating. idea."
"pity."
He changed the subject and said, "The more outstanding this kind of person is, the less likely he is to be retained. Back then, I wanted to fight the Impermanence Master and the Impermanence Division to prevent such people from having some inappropriate thoughts. How dare you let him serve as a permanent member of the Third Army? Commander of the 100,000-strong frontier army.”
Emperor Tianming said calmly: "This person would never openly rebel against the Song Dynasty, but he did not expect that there were some changes in the country."
Zhao Kuangyin said: "Don't you want to keep him to fight the rebellion?"
Emperor Tianming said: "The Liao Kingdom still needs to be on guard after all. I will leave him less troops and let him continue to garrison the boundary river. Even if he dies, he will not let the Liao army cross the river easily."
"Extreme Spiritual Chaos Jue"
Zhao Kuangyin shook his head and said: "Even if he is good in every way, he deserves to die immediately after his previous actions. Today's Liao Kingdom is not decided by Yelu Abaoji or Yelu Deguang. The current commander-in-chief of the Liao Army is no more than He is a mediocre man with some military skills, so why should he leave such hidden dangers in order to resist the Liao Dynasty?"
Emperor Tianming raised his eyes: "If our ancestors have any good ideas, you might as well speak out."
"I……"
Zhao Kuangyin paused for a moment, and when he spoke again, he spoke with a smile and talked about unrelated things, "After I ascended to heaven, the Song Dynasty has been weak all the way to this place. It can be seen that the descendants of the past generations have no British masters. Only in your hands, Scholars serve, military generals are like clouds, it can be said that the court is full of justice, and even the local wealthy people who have never known etiquette know how to serve the court to the best of their ability. He is truly a hero of his generation."
Emperor Tianming slightly cupped his hands and said: "The ancestors have been over-honored. Now there are many thieves and rebels. When the ancestors return, they can lead the army again for the Song Dynasty and clear the rivers and seas."
"Ha ha ha ha."
Zhao Kuangyin smiled kindly, and even his golden forehead had a few wrinkles because of this kind smile.
He was not born with a golden forehead, but his good brother Zhao Guangyi tried every means and worked hard to find a magic pill said to be left by Zhang Liang in the early Han Dynasty, which caused him to look like this.
Zhang Liang's transformation from the path of war to the path of immortality, and his ability to master the changes of heaven and man, left behind a lot of elixirs.
Zhao Kuangyin was already fifty years old at the time. Both his dynasty luck and his demonic skills had reached a bottleneck and he was struggling. He was tempted by the magic pill and soon swallowed it.
However, it turned out to be a waste elixir, the product of Zhang Liang's failed elixir refining. Although it was also full of medicinal power, it had the effect of erysipelas.
Zhao Kuangyin didn't even have time to say a single extra word, so he had to fly away and fell into a deep sleep using the magic method of flying to chase the sun, in order to save his life and refine the erysipelas.
Emperor Tianming and Zhao Kuangyin have not mentioned anything about Zhao Guangyi until now, but Zhao Kuangyin understands very well that as long as he continues to stay here, the two will only restrain each other.
"You should still lead the troops of the Song Dynasty."
After laughing, Zhao Kuangyin said, "I, the Emperor of the Song Dynasty, am the Supreme Being, the master of life and death for millions of people. Nothing should be above you, and you should not mention your ancestors again."
Emperor Tianming was frightened, raised his hands and said, "What did our ancestors say?"
Zhao Kuangyin waved his hand: "I don't want to be your ancestor, but I still want you to help me. Just take those people who shouldn't be kept and help me become the ancestors of other families."
