"Have Gu Sinian's troops been separated?"
In the dim room, Zhang Jingyuan was sitting sideways on a chair with his legs crossed. Standing respectfully to one side was the new Baihu Li Zhuang.
He used to be Zhang Jingyuan's personal soldier and was close to his heart. It is said that he blocked a knife for Zhang Jingyuan a long time ago, so he was highly trusted.
"Everyone has been handed over to me, a total of seventy people."
Li Zhuang replied with a smile:
"Zeng Lingchuan and Wu Xiang are also under my command."
"Oh, so happy?"
Zhang Jingyuan was quite surprised:
"Didn't you cause any trouble?"
“That’s not true, my attitude is quite good.
My Lord's eyesight is really excellent. Zeng Lingchuan and Wu Xiang are indeed capable of fighting and have great momentum. "
Li Zhuang scratched his head and said:
"Sir, this guy Gu Sinian seems to be quite honest. Are we too wary of him?"
"Honestly? Why do I think he is so evil?"
Zhang Jingyuan waved his hand and said:
"Ignore him, as long as I hand over the soldiers, I won't embarrass him.
On your side, you have more than a hundred people in your hands now, all of whom are elites. Some of them belong to Gu Sinian and some belong to Wang Yan. I treat you very well. Don't let me down.
Logically speaking, it is somewhat against the rules to directly promote you to the position of 100 households this time. So you have to lead your troops well, win over people's hearts, and strive to earn more military merit, so that you can gain face for me! "
"Yes, yes, that's what the Captain said."
A flattering smile immediately appeared on Li Zhuang's face:
"I will definitely remember your kindness in helping me. Sir, don't worry, I will do my best!
I dare not say anything else. If the Yan army dares to attack the city next time, my subordinates will definitely fight a good battle! "
"Captain, Lord Commander!"
Before the two of them finished chatting, a soldier hurriedly walked in:
"Sir, the General's Mansion has issued an urgent order. All officers from households of 100 households or above must come to the General's Mansion immediately to discuss matters!"
"all?"
Zhang Jingyuan was stunned: "What big thing happened?"
"I don't know. I see that several captains have passed by. Sir, you should hurry up."
"Then why are you lingering? Let's go, let's go!"
…
By the time Zhang Jingyuan arrived at the General's Mansion, there were already many people standing in the room, including hundreds of households, captains, deputy lieutenants, and so on, a total of ten or twenty people.
Changziying did not count Xiangyong, there were only more than a thousand soldiers and horses, and those present were basically high-ranking officers.
Gu Sinian arrived early, squeezed through the crowd to Chu Beizhan's side, and asked in a low voice:
"What happened? Is there going to be a big battle?"
"I don't know, probably not."
Chu Beizhan replied:
"Look at the general's face, he doesn't look like he's going to fight."
Yi Changping, who was sitting in the main seat, looked relatively calm. He was not as nervous as before the war, but a trace of anxiety could be seen between his brows.
"Is everyone here?"
After a while, Yi Changping sat up and said:
"I have just received a report from the Chongbei Pass Army that the commander of the Langzhou Guards, Mr. He Xianru, will soon be leaving for Youtun City to inspect military affairs.
Our Changzi Battalion has been stationed in Youtun City for so long, and I haven't had any mistakes yet. I hope everyone will not let go this time and cheer up for me! "
"Oh~"
As soon as these words came out, everyone suddenly realized that the co-author was someone from above. No wonder everyone was hurriedly summoned to discuss the matter.
Yi Chang said with a straight face:
"In a word, if I embarrass myself in front of Mr. He, you won't be able to live with me! I will punish anyone who dares to cause trouble during this period!
Do you understand everything? "
Yi Changping stared and swore, "Soldiers are always a bit irritable."
"clear!"
Everyone shouted loudly, but Wang Yan in the crowd seemed to be thinking about something with his eyes narrowed.
"Let's all disperse!"
The meeting ended quickly, and everyone who had rushed over rushed out of the room.
Gu Sinian followed Chu Beizhan and said doubtfully:
"What kind of official is he who directs the affairs?"
"Ahem, you just joined the army, so it's normal that you don't understand."
Chu Beizhan patiently explained:
"We, the Langzhou Guard, have nine battalions under our jurisdiction. The highest commander is the Langzhou Guard Commander, also known as the General Soldier. Below the General Soldier there are two Deputy Chief Soldiers. Below the Deputy Chief Soldier are the commanders. The number is uncertain. With the rank of fifth grade, he assists several general soldiers in handling military affairs.
If the general of the ninth battalion wants to go further, commanding the generals is basically the only way to go. It can be said that he is the immediate boss of the general. "
"Oh, it's the fifth grade."
Gu Sinian immediately understood that Yi Changping was only at the sixth level, a full level below him. No wonder he was treated so seriously.
"Yes."
Chu Beizhan continued:
"Although Lord He is a civil servant, he has great ambitions and always inspects military affairs very seriously. If someone is caught cheating and cheating, the end will be tragic.
Let me remind you, try not to cause trouble in the near future. "
"That's it~"
Gu Sinian understood clearly:
“Okay, I understand, let’s just keep things down and not cause trouble.
Hahaha~"
…
A few days later, Mr. He finally appeared in Youtun City. As Chu Beizhan said, this man was very serious about his work. He only rested for one night and then began to inspect military affairs. The first step was naturally to inspect the city defense.
The northern city wall was the Yan army's main attack direction, and it was also the focus of He Xianru's inspection. From the eastern section to the western section, Mr. He walked everywhere, and Yi Changping accompanied him throughout the entire process.
Gu Sinian did not give up on Yi Changping. The more than one hundred people under him all straightened their backs and stood firm in their positions, very energetic.
Slings, arrows, crossbows, spears, scimitars, and weapons were all polished and neatly arranged.
"Master He, here we are, this is the Western Wall."
Yi Changping led He Xianru to Gu Sinian's station and said with a smile:
"We have been working day and night during this period. The entire section of the Western Wall has been repaired. The Yan army attacked twice and was repelled by us.
Mr. He and the commander-in-chief, please rest assured that the defenses of Youtun City are impregnable! "
"Yes, Not Bad."
He Xianru stretched out his hand to touch the wall tiles and nodded frequently:
"It can be seen that a lot of the masonry has been repaired recently. General Yi has worked hard.
These soldiers are also very energetic, and it seems that they are not slacking off on weekdays. "
Gu Sinian secretly looked at this fifth-rank official. This was the largest official he had ever seen.
He is in his forties and is about the same age as Yi Changping, but their styles are completely different.
Yi Changping was born as a serious military commander, while He Xianru was more like a scholar, with fewer wrinkles on his face, quite thin, and a bookish air.
"Come on."
Yi Changping waved to Gu Sinian:
"I haven't paid my respects to Mr. He yet."
Gu Sinian hurriedly took a step forward and shouted loudly:
"Gu Sinian, a hundred households in the humble Changziying camp, comes to see Mr. He!"
"Hundred households?"
He Xianru was stunned for a moment:
"Looking at your delicate appearance, you are not very old, right?"
"Sir, my humble position is 8 out of 10 this year!"
"Eighteen-year-old Baihu?"
He Xianru subconsciously looked at Yi Changping, the implication being that he could become a hundred households at such a young age?
"Oh, sir, is the general the kind of person who promotes his subordinates indiscriminately?"
Yi Changping hurriedly explained:
"My lord, you don't know. This Gu Baihu looks young, but he is actually quite capable.
A while ago, he was stationed alone at Erdao Shabao Village, and it was he who blocked the Yan army for half a month. "
"oh?"
He Xianru's eyes suddenly brightened up, he looked at Gu Sinian again and said:
“Even my own officer heard about the battle of Erdaosha. The man who co-leads the army is so young. It’s really hard to tell what one looks like.
Where did Gu Baihu come from? "
The battle with Erdaosha was a highlight, so Yi Changping sent the battle report to Chongbei City at that time and received many compliments from his superiors.
"Return to my lord."
Gu Sinian replied calmly:
"The humble position comes from Fengchuan County under the jurisdiction of Langzhou. He was originally the official historian of Fengchuan County. He was ordered to lead the villagers to support the front line. He was promoted by the general and now serves as an official for hundreds of households!"
"Fengchuan County, that is Mr. Chen's subordinate."
He Xianru smiled and said:
"It turns out you are a classic historian. No wonder I think you are a bit bookish.
Literate? "
"Yes, literate."
"Yes, not many of the officers and soldiers on the front line are literate."
He Xianru nodded with satisfaction. As a civil servant, he would naturally look up to literati.
Seeing that He Xianru was in a good mood, Yi Changping even praised:
"Sir, this Gu Baihu is a man of both civil and military skills. He has killed more than one Yan army in the past few days since he came to the front line.
Once when the Yan army attacked the city, he even shot the Yan army's tooth general to death with one arrow, which greatly boosted the morale of our army! The last general dare not brag about anything else. Gu Baihu's archery skills should be matched by few in Changziying. "
"Oh? So he is really a capable person. Yes, the front line is short of such talents!"
He Xianru chuckled and said:
"But this is because General Yi has a good understanding of people."
"Thank you for the compliment, sir!"
Yi Changping smiled happily.
He Xianru patted Gu Sinian on the shoulder and said:
"Yes, you are a good young man. If you serve the court well, you will surely make a difference at the border one day!"
Although there is no substantial reward, it is not easy to be praised by a fifth-rank official.
Yi Changping on the side also cast a look of approval at Gu Sinian. Gu Sinian's face was brightened by the praise.
Gu Sinian stood up straight and shouted loudly:
"In this humble position, I must obey your Lord's instructions!
Sir, walk slowly! "
Waiting until He Xianru and Yi Changping walked away, Qin Xi and the others gathered their courage and came forward, laughing and saying:
"Big brother is big brother, haha, Master He seems to appreciate you very much."
The blacksmith also said happily:
"If we are favored by a big shot, we will have a backer in the future and we will no longer have to look at Zhang Jingyuan's face."
Gu Sinian rolled his eyes at them:
"I can send you to heaven with just a few words of praise, right or wrong? What a beautiful idea.
People like them, who have seen so many young heroes, may forget about us as soon as they turn their butts.
If you want to get ahead, you still have to rely on yourself~"
…
The arrival of He Xianru put the entire Changzi camp into a tense and serious atmosphere, and the usually idle camp soldiers also put away their cynicism.
Late at night the next day after He Xianru arrived in Youtun City, Wang Yan sneakily came to the door.
"Brother Nian, the king is here!"
"Quickly, please, please come in, King Tou!"
Xiao Liuzi invited Wang Yan into the room, and he closed the door and stayed outside, as if the two of them were plotting something shameful.
Gu Sinian said doubtfully:
"Brother, why are you here in the middle of the night? Is there something urgent?"
"Hehe~"
A sinister smile appeared on the corner of Wang Yan's mouth:
"I've thought of a way to bring down Zhang Jingyuan!"
