Tang Dynasty Mingyue Song Dynasty Pass

Chapter 858 Proper Handling
After Pan Mei finished reading the letter, the envoy of the Song Dynasty saw it, and the latter smiled and even pointed out that it was a letter from the Emperor of the Song Dynasty, in order to confirm the suspicion that Pan Mei had secret communication with the Song Dynasty.

This would alienate the relationship between Pan Mei and the generals of the Wu army, divide the Wu army from within, and force Pan Mei to make a choice to protect himself.

The atmosphere in the big tent became strange, because some of the local generals of Wu were promoted by Su Chen. They knew that Pan Mei was a general of the Song Dynasty, so they were naturally worried now. Some of them were even prepared to respond to sudden mutinies.

Some generals also showed anxiety and wanted to persuade General Pan Mei not to be misled by the envoys of the Song army.

At this time, Pan Mei was naturally aware of the current situation and could not be careless. Although he was a little hesitant in his heart, his affection and loyalty to the Song Dynasty had faded in recent years. This was because it was a turbulent era of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms, and the situation changed rapidly, with only one country every two or three decades.

Therefore, many people do not feel that they must belong to a certain regime. Even in the previous Tang Dynasty, which achieved complete unification, the Tang Dynasty generals still chose local separatism and opposed the central government. This is the rebellious nature of soldiers in the feudal era.

It can be said that after the Wei and Jin Dynasties, Confucianism did not flourish. Many generals, monarchs and ministers were not completely loyal to the so-called royal family. When they saw an opportunity, they would arm themselves to seize power and become emperors. This was also the case until the chaotic period of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms.

Even Zhao Kuangyin himself did this. He was the most respected general in the Later Zhou Dynasty, in charge of the imperial guards. He had always been valued and promoted by Chai Rong. It can be said that he had received endless favors from him. However, after Chai Rong's death, Zhao Kuangyin still chose to put on the yellow robe and seized power to become the emperor.

This kind of thing is commonplace in this era. Everyone thinks it is normal and it has become the mainstream value of this era.

Naturally, Pan Mei would not completely consider himself a Song citizen just because he had served as a general in the Song Dynasty for ten years, and he did not even have a deep idea that he must submit to the Song Dynasty.

He lived in Wu for several years and was highly valued and respected by Su Chen. The court also promoted him. It can be said that his salary and official position were not lower than those in the Song Dynasty. He even received more abundant rewards and materials, which made him accustomed to living in Wu.

In addition, Su Chen's talent, ability and grand goals also impressed Pan Mei. He was willing to work with Su Chen to expand the territory and leave his name in history.

Therefore, considering all aspects, Pan Mei would not choose to betray at this time, giving up the chance to win and the advantage to join a disadvantaged party, which does not conform to the logic of choice.

Pan Mei smiled faintly, folded the new letter gently, and then handed it to a trusted confidant of Du Yuhou beside him, his eyes flashing with unquestionable determination: "This letter is of vital importance. You must keep it properly and lead the scout team immediately to rush to Marshal Su's camp at night. Be sure to hand it to him in person and convey my original words: I, Pan Mei, have devoted myself to the Wu Kingdom, and will do my best to clear the way for the hegemony of the Wu Kingdom until the north and the south are unified. I will never betray or compromise, and I will never sell out the country for my own selfish interests."

"Yes, sir!" Du Yuhou responded and quickly began to prepare, not daring to delay for even a moment.

The surrounding generals all breathed a sigh of relief when they saw this scene, and their admiration for Pan Mei increased. They knew that in such a chaotic world, it was rare to find someone so resolute and loyal.

However, Li Wenzhong's brows were furrowed tighter and tighter. He had never expected Pan Mei to be so resolute, turning a blind eye to the various temptations and promises of the Emperor of the Song Dynasty, and even handing over this letter that could set off a huge wave without hesitation, completely shattering the delusion of the plot to alienate him. "General Pan, please think twice!" Li Wenzhong shouted anxiously, with a bit of anxiety and unwillingness in his tone, "This is written by the Emperor of the Song Dynasty himself. You were once a minister of the Song Dynasty, how can you be so reckless? Don't you think of the old friendship, and don't care about your reputation and future?"

Pan Mei's face instantly turned cold, his eyes were like knives, and he stared at Li Wenzhong: "I, Pan Mei, am now a Wu countryman, and have nothing to do with the Song Dynasty anymore. You can't resist the sharp edge of my Wu army on the front battlefield, so you try to divide us with such despicable means. You want me to bear the name of disloyalty and want to kill me. Do you really think I, Pan Mei, am a fool who can be manipulated by others?"

Li Wenzhong shouted angrily, his words like arrows: "Pan Mei, your behavior is just like those who betray their loyalty and sell out their country for personal gain."

"Clang!" The sound of metal collision rang out suddenly, and Pan Mei's sons Pan Wei De, Pan Wei Gu and Pan Wei Zheng drew their swords almost at the same time. The tips of the swords trembled slightly, and the cold light flashed. It was obvious that they could no longer tolerate the envoy's insult to their father.

Pan Mei was calm and raised his hand to stop his sons' impulsiveness. "If the two countries were not at war, there would still be a rule of 'don't kill envoys'. You will definitely die today! But you are confusing right and wrong. If I don't punish you, it will make me feel guilty. Come on, drag this envoy from the Song Dynasty away, give him thirty military sticks, and then drive him out of the camp!"

"Father, I will take care of this evildoer!" Pan Wei Gu gritted his teeth, his eyes blazing with anger. He knew very well that the envoy's purpose was not pure, and if his father had not stopped him, he really wanted to kill him with a sword. In addition, those insults made him even more furious, and he was determined to carry out the punishment himself.

Pan Mei knew that he had nothing to regret, so he calmly agreed and let Pan Weigu and his men drag the envoy away, not wanting to waste any more time on the matter.

"Pan Mei, how dare you treat the envoy like this? When the elite troops of the Great Song Dynasty attack, you will be torn into pieces, you shameless traitor!" Li Wenzhong's roar echoed outside the tent, but he was firmly restrained by several guards and dragged away.

"Pan Mei, you old thief, you...you can't do this to me..."

Li Wenzhong's voice gradually faded away and finally disappeared outside the camp gate, leaving behind only a string of unwilling and angry curses.

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Pan Mei looked around at the generals in the tent with a firm and deep gaze, and said: "Everyone, what happened just now was just a farce of jumping clowns, don't let it disturb our minds. The Song army is in adversity now, and they will do whatever it takes to try to divide our morale and disintegrate our unity. We must not fall for such tricks!"

His words were sonorous and powerful, and every word struck the hearts of the generals, arousing waves of resonance. Pan Mei paused and continued, "Now that our army has assembled and morale is high, it is time to pursue the victory and make a final push. We need to unite closely, work together, and be as indestructible as a rock. At the same time, we must work closely with Marshal Su to attack from both the north and the south."

"Although the elite soldiers of the Song Dynasty inside and outside Linhuai City are numerous and well-equipped, as long as we work together and plan strategies, we will be able to defeat them one by one and follow Marshal Su to complete the great cause of unification!" Pan Mei's voice was passionate and boosted morale.

When the generals heard this, they were all cheered up. They no longer had any doubts and were instead filled with high morale.