Gentlemen, listen to the sword chant

Chapter 98 The Danger of Huaiyin
Although money is something outside the body, money is not omnipotent, but without money is absolutely impossible. In this troubled world, only money can recruit soldiers and horses. This point does not need to be repeated.

Chen Ci looked at this woman indifferently, but a storm arose in his heart.The woman has almost made it clear that the censorship is imminent. Now, he felt terrified and suppressed his desire, thinking that he was from Dongying or Xi Shen, who had already touched it in the dark of night?So fast?But after all, he was scaring himself, so Chen Ci didn't dare to be negligent, and immediately took the wine jar with both hands, and bowed slightly: "Please ask my sister to explain."

The woman covered her mouth and snickered: "My son-in-law has such a sweet mouth."

Chen Ci drank the wine in the glass to show his sincerity. If it was the usual, he would be cautious, fearing that the wine was poisoned, but now he didn't care so much.He believed that there was no fundamental conflict of interest between him and this group of hundreds of families, and he didn't need to beat around the bush so much to kill himself.

The woman gave him a high look, and her eyebrows were bent with a smile, "Isn't the son-in-law afraid that the slave's family will poison the wine?"

"It's more gentle to die in my sister's arms than to die under the tricks of Japanese pirates and national thieves." Chen Ci said without blushing.

The woman laughed.

All the gangsters in the tavern couldn't help laughing, and stopped drinking. For a while, the small tavern was filled with cheerful atmosphere.

"You are so eloquent..." The woman said quietly, her tone was a bit resentful. His name is Zhang Qiaoqiao, he is from Xiangyang, Jingzhou. Vicious and vicious.It is said that this person came from a clan, his father was a well-known member of the local family, and his family was rich, but he was missed by bandits. The bandits robbed his house and often took care of his family.That year, Zhang Qiaoqiao was the young lady who was about to marry in the boudoir. One day, she went to worship Buddha with her servants. On the way home, she was targeted by those bandits. Seeing the sex, she not only killed a group of servants and maids, but also abused her in turn. This is the beginning of all nightmares.It was late at night when Zhang Qiaoqiao, who was dying, was found by her family. Later, Zhang Qiaoqiao was overwhelmed by the eyes and comments from neighbors on the street, and left there.Later, Zhang Qiaoqiao deceived a lot of heroes by virtue of her beauty, and she did not know where she learned her skills, and transformed herself into a queen.He took revenge, bloodbathed all the bandits who insulted her, chopped off their crotch meat and fed it to the dogs, very much to relieve their hatred.But I can't go back, I can't go back to everything. The innocent and poor Zhang Qiaoqiao in the past is no longer innocent. There is only a female butcher named Zhang Da Niang in the world, which is frightening.

"Which family is my sister?" Chen Ci asked casually while holding a wine bottle.

The woman moved closer, with a soft voice, her turbulent breasts almost pressed against Chen Ci's face, she just looked down at Chen Ci from a high position, her tone was very moving, the hot air blowing on Chen Ci's cheeks made him pale Flushing red: "It doesn't matter who the servant is, if the son-in-law doesn't leave today, he won't be able to leave."

Chen Ci was thoughtful, and looked back at the man in the hall: "What about you? Aren't you leaving?"

Zhang Qiaoqiao was taken aback for a moment, then burst out laughing.

All the men also laughed, as if laughing at Chen Ci's ignorance, or blind arrogance, which made Chen Ci very uncomfortable.

……

Guangling.

Today, the cabinet and the military government jointly issued a document to impeach Uesugi Dongying as the supreme wartime commander of the Second Allied Forces, and dispatched a woman named "Honma Chizuko" from the Hokkaido area of ​​Japan's mainland. The general came to Wuzhou to take up his post, and the Third Allied Army of Dongying also rushed to Wuzhou with Honma Chizuko.In the battle of Lin Guming, although the two sides were evenly matched and there was no victory or defeat, the casualties were heavy. Dongying's political circle not only took the opportunity to abolish Uesugi's wartime command in Wuzhou area, but also continued to increase troops in Wuzhou.

When Miyamoto heard the news, although he had expected such a day, he still felt upset for Uesugi, but this was the best result after all. Uesugi was only impeached as the commander of the Second Allied Army. Qi was originally the acting commander-in-chief of the Second Allied Army. The fundamental reason why he was dismissed this time was that Uesugi Qi disobeyed the military order.

"Pavilion Master, what do those old things think? If the Pavilion Master hadn't planned and deployed his troops for this battle, it is expected that the Second Allied Army would definitely not be able to resist the Great Liang Allied Army." Miyamoto was not happy.

Shang Shanqi didn't take it seriously, and said with a smile: "It's okay, we are all for the benefit of the nation."

"When will that Honma Chizuko arrive?" Honma Chizuko is the older sister of Honma Meiko, who is over fifty years old. This person also believes in the Xiao Chiba Kendo school, and is a generation older than Uesugi Qi. He started his career 30 years ago and has been active in cabinet politics.Because of Uesugi's military achievements on the Wuyue battlefield, the influence of Xiao Chiba's Kendo school has expanded, and now it is time to employ people, Honma Chizuko has to go to battle in person, for the glory of the family and the interests of the nation.

"Seven days left."

Miyamoto nodded: "Master, then our battle..."

He wanted to ask if they still fight now?Because all the legions are ready, even Xi Shen can instigate rebellion at any time. As long as Shang Shanqi gives an order, the nine counties of Wuzhou can be fully occupied in an instant.Jun Miyamoto felt that the reason why he felt unhappy all over was that Wu Zhou, who was so easy to win, would soon be handed over to others.

Uesugi didn't take it to heart, and said: "Same in the same family, it's my gift to senior."

The war is tonight, because tonight is May 24th, [-]th year of Tai'an, which is the time he agreed with Shang Shanqi and Xi Shen.

……

Fifty miles south of Huaiyin.

The Taozhi Mountain Rebel Army is marching, and just arrived at Changlong Valley. When Lu Qian saw this pass, his thoughts flew to the place before. He set up an ambush here and wiped out more than [-] Japanese slaves who invaded and killed a Japanese general. Because of this, he gained fame, and now he came back here again after going around. Huaiyin call each other the strength of the horns, their lips are dead and their teeth are cold, but they can also guard against the invasion of Japanese pirates in the south."

At this time, the deputy general smiled and said: "General, now we have soldiers and generals, food and horses, why don't we camp here?"

Lu Qian gave him a squinting glance. Of course he knew what the lieutenant general was thinking. Most of the people who came out of Taozhi Mountain were bandits. Soldiers don't come close.What the lieutenant general thought was that this time the Taozhi Mountain Rebel Army had found a huge bargain, and if they entered Huaiyin, they might be blackmailed by a statement. Instead of that, why not set up camp here?After thinking about it carefully, Lu Qian thought it was a good idea. It wasn't that he, Lu Qian, was stingy, but that he had tens of thousands of people to support, and he had to worry about money and food. Chen Ci might not be thinking about his food, but what about Wu Beijun?What about the other Allies?At that time, it will be difficult to let the statement be caught in the middle, Lu Qian thought of this, and waved his hand, "Send my military order, cross the valley, and set up camp on the spot."

The deputy general was ecstatic and left happily.

The army was in full swing to set up camp. However, at this time, Lu Qian and a few soldiers came to the top of the mountain, looked down, and found clues. They saw a large number of dark troops marching at night from the same direction. Less than ten miles away, the faint sound of horseshoes and flying military flags are very conspicuous under the moonlight.

Dongying people?

Lu Qian became vigilant.

Could it be the pursuers from Hailing?

"Pass my military order, hide, and order the soldiers at all levels to be ready to attack at any time. Damn, these Japanese Japanese pirates have caught up so quickly. Damn it." Lu Qian quickly adjusted his state, but he felt emotional in his heart. Fortunately, I just arrived at the Long Dragon Valley, occupying the geographical position, and found the enemy's team, God help me.

Tens of thousands of soldiers got busy and came to both sides of the Yixiantian Valley, staring nervously at the dark gate.

……

Three miles away from the sky.

A warrior in compact red and black armor stared forward, holding the long knife around his waist with one hand, and holding the bridle with the other, as steady as an old dog. The lieutenant general lowered his voice and said, "General, there is a ray of sky ahead."

"One line of sky?" Tojo Goro sneered, and when he looked carefully, there was an endless mountain range not far ahead, with undulating peaks, raging waves, and jagged rocks. There was only one very narrow road for ten people abreast The valley can be walked, under this night, like a man-eating devil with its big black mouth open, it is very eerie and terrifying.

The second day after Tojo Goro returned to Hailing, he received a military order from Uesugi, ordering him to divide his troops into three groups, pointing at Huaiyin with his sword, and cooperating with Xi Shen's Wubei army to conquer Huaiyin in one fell swoop. I went to aid Guangling, but when I returned home, Taozhishan rebels took advantage of it and stole it. It’s okay to steal it. This group of bandits came from reckless bandits, as if they had never seen the world, they ransacked all food, grass and weapons , even the pots and pans were packed away, and by the time Tojo arrived, Lu Qian had already disappeared.Later, he received the military order from Uesugi, and when he heard the news that Uesugi was about to be dismissed and investigated for impeachment, Tojo didn't want to obey, but when he heard that he was going to attack Huaiyin or go with the Wubei Army, it was a sure thing, and he thought of Lu Qian's thieves retreated, and they must have returned to Huaiyin. Now it's over, new and old grudges, Tojo is impatient, and the military exploits that came to him for nothing, wouldn't he be a fool if he doesn't earn money?
"What time is it?"

"Report to General, it's more than half an hour."

"Oh, take a detour." Tojo Goro ordered without hesitation.

Detour?

The lieutenant general was dumbfounded, and so were all the soldiers. If this was a detour, it would cost him thirty miles to go, and he would definitely miss the time to meet up with the other two armies.

Tojo Goro said expressionlessly: "Before, Uesugi secretly dispatched an army to attack Huaiyin at night. It was here that the Huaiyin army set up an ambush and wiped them out."

The deputy general smiled awkwardly: "General, Huaiyin is an empty city right now. The relationship between Xi Shen and Murong Sheng is like fire and water. It is said that before returning to Beijing, Murong Sheng also ordered the expulsion of the Wu Bei Army stationed in Huaiyin. Right now, it is a mess. General, It's too cautious, our night attack plan, we all received the notice temporarily, Murong Sheng's subordinates, those poor soldiers, would they think of going out of the city to set up an ambush?"

Even though the lieutenant general spoke clearly and logically, Dong Tiao was unmoved. He smiled, "There is an old saying in Daliang called 'Soldiers are deceitful.' Pass on my military order, and make a detour."

"As ordered."

Lu Qian, who was lying in ambush on the Long Dragon Valley, was very surprised when he saw the army not far away suddenly turn around, and scratched his head: "What's going on, did you see through our army's ambush here?"

The lieutenant was surprised: "It shouldn't be?"

Lu Qian frowned, thinking that if this was the case, the purpose of these Dongying people might be to attack Huaiyin at night, he immediately ordered: "Give me a military order, you will ride a fast horse to Huaiyin yourself, and inform the son-in-law to let him and Wu Nanjun is ready to defend, let's attack inside and outside."

"As ordered."

……

Huaiyin City.

After thinking about it, Chen Ci felt that the group of hundreds of families were not alarmist. He immediately went back to the barracks and saw that the sergeants were still busy. After all, there was too much food, grass and ordnance, and it was difficult to pack without overnight preparation. After all, it was Chen Ci's army Too few, just 5000 people, if there are 5 people, the efficiency in the world can be effectively improved.

"General Yang, how many things are left unloaded?"

Yang Wanli was organizing the soldiers to carry grain to the carriage. Hearing this, he thought for a while and said, "The gold and silver are all loaded, the grain is less than half, and the ordnance and shredded tobacco are still in the warehouse."

Chen Ci was very worried. In this way, there was no time. He weighed the pros and cons, thought over and over again, and said: "Order the soldiers to stop pretending and set off immediately to leave Huaiyin."

"My son-in-law, are you in such a hurry?" Yang Wanli was also surprised.

"It's too late, hurry up."

Yang Wanli gritted his teeth: "But..."

"In this way, we will find the military families who originally belonged to Wu Nan, and send them all the remaining food."

Yang Wanli looked at the statement with a serious face, and didn't want to say anything. He became depressed. After a quarter of an hour, Huaiyin seemed to be set on fire, and many people ran out. With the assistance of soldiers, they were looting food. click tongue.Chen Ci went to the tavern again, found Zhang Qiaoqiao, and donated to him all the shredded tobacco that could not be taken away. In this way, time was finally arranged.

It took almost an hour to finish this work.

At this time, someone came to report, saying that a sergeant came in front of the city tower, claiming to be Taozhi Mountain Rebel Army, Lu Qian's subordinate, there was something important to report, and he was received immediately after hearing the statement, and the visitor knew him. Lu Qian's deputy general, Song Yuan.Song Yuan expressed his intention of coming, saying that he found the traces of the Japanese pirates in the sky. Lu Qian guessed that they attacked Huaiyin at night, and hoped that Chen Ci and King Wu would make a good battle plan.

Chen Ci smiled bitterly: "King Wu dismissed his troops and went to the capital. There are only five thousand elite soldiers of mine in the city."

Song Yuan was dumbfounded, "All gone? Doesn't it mean that Huaiyin is an empty city?"

Chen Ci's face was serious, and he calculated in his heart, thinking that the Japanese pirates had diverted from Changlong Valley. Now that an hour has passed, they might be able to arrive here in another hour. Chen Ci no longer hesitated, and ordered his subordinates to prepare to leave.

He found the princess and took the carriage with her to leave the city. He just felt that the time was too hasty.

However, just after the group of people walked out of the city gate for five miles, countless flames burst out in the darkness, and the sound of killing came from their ears.

"Hahaha, Chen Ci, where are you fleeing?"

There was an arrogant and domineering voice coming from the forest, and then, all the soldiers who had been lying in wait for a long time appeared from all directions. Judging by their attire, they were all Wu Beijun.

Chen Ci's heart fell to the bottom.

Still a step too late.

(End of this chapter)