Late Yuan Dynasty: I am the true emperor

Chapter 31 Rebellion Must Have a Sense of Ritual (Seeking Follow-up Reading)
Just as the Chaohu Red Turbans were about to attack the city, Lu Jin suddenly mentioned to them the story of the former Song Dynasty's attack on Liao.

Although the generals did not know the meaning of this, judging from Lu Jin's past behavior, there must be a deeper meaning behind it.

Sure enough, I heard what Lu Jin said.

"The soldiers of the former Song Dynasty originated from the Five Dynasties of the Late Tang Dynasty. You should know what the soldiers of the Five Dynasties were like.

"When the Song Dynasty was first established, the Song army invaded Shu and carried out large-scale killings and looting. The people complained bitterly, but they still did not change their ways despite repeated warnings and continued to kill and loot.

"When the Song army attacked Liao, the main force of Liao was not in the city, just like the Luzhou city in front of us, it could have been easily captured. But after the Song army entered Beiping, they actually looted the city wantonly, forcing the people in the city to resist.

"It seemed that the Song State was about to recapture Beiping, and the Sixteen Prefectures of Yanyun were within easy reach. However, because the Song army looted too much in the city, the people were forced to rebel spontaneously, and in the end they were driven out by the people in the city. It was simply ridiculous and a great shame! How could this be the behavior of a national teacher?!"

The Chaohu generals had a low level of education and had not read many history books. This was the first time they heard that the Song Dynasty almost had a chance to recapture Yanyun. Some were very surprised, while others were indignant and angry at the Song Dynasty for not fighting back.

Liao Yongan, Zheng Yong, Yu Tingyu and others immediately understood what Lu Jin meant.

"General Lu means that we should not become part of the Song army?" Zheng Yong spoke first.

Lu Jin nodded.

"The Luzhou in front of us now is as empty as the Beiping in front of the Song army. The Song army entered Beiping but failed to gain a foothold. Can we gain a foothold in Luzhou?"

"Of course we can!" Liao Yongan was the first to speak out, "Whoever dares to rape and plunder in the city will be the first one to chop off his head."

Yu Tingyu also said, "Once we take over Luzhou City, it will become our territory. The city is our city, and the people are our people. Whoever dares to rob and kill in the city is a prodigal. If I find him, I will kill him without mercy."

In order to defeat Zuo Junbi and capture Luzhou City, they had been planning for more than half a month. Now that the day of attacking the city had finally arrived, could they still be driven out by the people in the city? What a joke!
"it is good!"

Lu Jin immediately stepped forward, looked at the generals with a gleam in his eyes, raised his mace and shouted loudly.

"That day when I joined Chaohu, I promised to lead you to conquer Luzhou. I, Lu Jin, am trustworthy and I will do what I say!

"Now that the main force of Luzhou has been wiped out, there are no reinforcements outside, and no elite soldiers inside. The morale of the defenders has been completely lost. The morale of our army is high, and the opportunity to attack the city has come!

"If you don't take what God has given you, you will suffer the consequences; if you don't act when the time comes, you will suffer the consequences! I led a weak and invincible army, first defeated Zuo Junbi, then defeated Zhu Liangzu, two victories in two battles. This is God's will, and it is beyond human power. If God loves me, I will conquer this city today!
"I, Lu Jin, started from Chaohu Lake. I follow the will of heaven and respond to the will of the people. I will eliminate the chaotic world, punish the tyrannical Yuan Dynasty, expel the Tartars, restore China, establish laws and disciplines, and help the people. Today I swear under the city of Luzhou. If I break this oath, I will be punished by heaven and earth, and hated by both humans and gods!

"Generals, are you willing to follow me to attack the city?!"

Lu Jin's passionate words immediately made the generals' blood boil, as if they were really blessed by God, and their morale instantly skyrocketed.

Rebellion must also have a sense of ritual!!!
What is the most important thing for a country? It's about sacrifice and war. Tactics should be retreated.
The generals immediately clasped their fists and said, "We are willing to follow you to attack the city."

"it is good."

Lu Jin immediately began to call out orders.

"Yin Congdao."

"I am here!" Yin Congdao immediately stepped out and received the order.

"Ye Sheng has helped me capture Zhu Liangzu and made the first contribution. You were originally the garrison commander of Luzhou and are familiar with the city defense. Today is your time to make a contribution. Are you willing to be the first to capture the city?!" Lu Jin asked immediately.

Yin Congdao was instantly overjoyed. If they were to attack another fortified city, then being the first to capture the city would be a matter of life and death, and it would really be exchanging one's life for military merit. But how could Yin Congdao not know the level of those rookies in Luzhou city?
This was simply a credit given to him by Lu Jin for free!

He immediately clasped his fists and accepted the order, "I am willing to be the first to climb up and help my lord conquer this city!"

"Okay. Zhao Zhongzhong, Zhang Desheng." Lu Jin called out the two names again.

"The general is here!"

"You two are both natives of Luzhou and are familiar with the city's defense. After the city is captured, Desheng will take over the government office and make sure to keep the account books there. Zhongzhong will take over the military camp treasury and make sure to keep the warehouses intact."

"Yes!" The two of them clasped their fists and accepted the order.

"Connect the sea and the source."

"The general is here!"

"When Yin Congdao opens the city gates, you two will enter the city immediately, occupy all the streets, take in the surrendered soldiers and prisoners, and patrol the city to ensure public order. If any of our soldiers commit rape or looting, arrest them immediately and hand them over to me for punishment. If any of the city's unruly people take advantage of the situation to rob, treat them the same way."

"I will obey your orders!"

Seeing his two sons obeying Lu Jin's words, Yu Tingyu narrowed his eyes secretly and said nothing.

"Zhang Wen, Zhu Shou."

"The general is here!"

"Follow Tonghai into the city and head straight to Zuo's residence. Make sure to capture this beast Zuo Junfu."

"Follow the order!"

"Ye Sheng."

"I am your subordinate." "You lead the cavalry to lie in ambush outside the north gate and intercept the fleeing enemies. Make sure not a single one of them escapes from the city."

"Follow the order!"

"Brother Yongan."

"I am here!" Liao Yongan immediately clasped his fists, knelt on one knee, and prepared to accept orders.

This action immediately caused astonishment among the crowd. The generals who had received the order before only clasped their fists and bowed, but no one actually knelt.

Liao Yongjian frowned immediately upon seeing this, Liao Yongzhong was a little puzzled by his third brother's behavior, Yu Tingyu looked as if he was just guessing, and Zheng rolled his eyes and understood something.

Lu Jin immediately stepped forward and helped him up to show respect, "Brother Yong'an, lead three battalions of navy to feint and attack the three gates. Before the battle is over, no one can escape from the city."

"As ordered!"

The next moment, Lu Jin's eyes lit up as he glanced at the generals, "Everyone, prepare yourself, and attack the city when you hear the drum!"

"Yes!"

Half an hour later, all the units were ready. After two consecutive battles, the four cowhide drums seized from Zuo Junbi and Zhu Liangzu were struck. The booming sound of the drums shook the surrounding area, boosting the courage of the soldiers attacking the city and suppressing the morale of the defenders on the city walls, which was already running low.

The next moment, countless warriors with red scarves on their heads and wearing armor crossed the moat on a floating bridge made of small boats. Some of them held up large shields in front to protect themselves from arrows, while covering the troops behind them as they quickly approached the city wall.

There are more melee soldiers behind, ready to capture the city first.

Not far away, there were even people watching the excitement.
In the lower reaches of the Dongfei River, at a small pier not far from Luzhou City, a speedboat came upstream from Chaohu Lake. From afar, it saw the Chaohu Red Army attacking the city, and the people on the boat were shocked.

When the speedboat arrived at the dock, before it stopped, the people on the boat jumped onto the shore in one step. The people had a red scarf on their heads and an iron knife on their waists. They were dressed in red scarves. When they saw a man holding a spear leaning against a tree next to them, they asked.

"Fellow countryman, what is Luzhou City doing?"

The man holding the spear glanced at him and said, "Didn't you see? The Red Turban rebels from Chaohu are attacking the city."

"Can they take it down?" Hongjin, who came from the boat, wondered.

The man holding the spear was immediately surprised and asked, "Aren't you one of them? Who are you?"

"My name is Hua Gao, and I'm a subordinate of General Zhao. You've heard of the Double-Blazing Zhao, right?" Hua Gao immediately introduced himself.

Hearing this, the spear-wielding man said disdainfully, "Double-Knife Zhao Pusheng? The one who was beaten by Zuo Junbi and ran around everywhere, not even daring to stay in Chaohu, and hid in Hanshan to become a bandit?"

"You! How can you say that?!" Hua Gao said angrily.

"Tsk, you can do it but not talk about it? What's that Zhao with two swords? I think he's far inferior to General Lu from Chaohu. Look at you, and then look at General Lu. He killed Zuo Junbi in less than half a month and captured Zhu Liangzu alive. Now he's even going to take down Luzhou City. How dare you call yourself Zhao with two swords?!"

After saying that, the man with the spear glanced at Hua Gao with disdain, as if looking down on him.

Upon hearing this, Hua Gao was so shocked that he stood there in a daze.

"What did you say? They beheaded Zuo Junbi and captured Zhu Liangzu alive?!"

The man holding the spear immediately said impatiently, "Can't you watch it yourself? Don't delay me from watching General Lu attack the city."

Seeing this, Hua Gao became confused again.

"My fellow villager, what are you doing? Holding a spear and watching the show here? And how do you know so much about the Chaohu Red Turbans?"

The man with the spear immediately patted his lean chest and said.

"My name is Xu Yong, a countryman from Feidong. I built a stronghold in the village to protect myself. Before, many people in the village were killed by Zuo Junbi. General Lu from Chaohu killed Zuo Junbi and avenged us. I admire his ability and want to go to General Lu to join his army.

"I have a thousand local warriors, and I can use spears. I dare to charge into battle, and I will surely be able to become a thousand households.

"You ask me why I know so much about the Chaohu navy. I'm ready to join the army, so how can I not find out more? Besides, they have been besieging the city for four days. Zuo Junbi's head is hanging there. Anyone with eyes can see it!"

Hua Gao was immediately surprised, "I didn't realize you had a thousand soldiers."

Xu Yong snorted complacently, turned his head away and ignored him, then turned to look towards Luzhou City.

Hua Gao wanted to say something, but the next moment he heard a roar of killing coming from Luzhou. The scene in front of him was so shocking that his eyes almost popped out.

Under the city of Luzhou, countless red scarves, under the cover of large shields, were seen charging towards the city wall in teams of twenty, carrying boats.
It is a small fishing boat that is only one meter wide, seven or eight meters short and about ten meters long. It is very light and is the most common type of boat in the Chaohu navy.

The Luzhou city wall was only five meters high. A wooden boat about seven to ten meters long was carried to the wall and lifted up, which immediately formed a slope. The boat body was slightly modified and some bamboo strips were fixed inside to serve as steps.

Dozens or even hundreds of boats were placed on the city walls, making it difficult for the defenders on the city to defend themselves.

Yin Congdao, wearing heavy armor, holding a shield in his left hand and a knife in his right hand, was the first to rush to the top of the city wall, shouting "Those who surrender will not be killed", and led the soldiers to quickly occupy the city wall. In less than a moment, the east gate was opened from the inside, and Zhao Zhongzhong, Zhang Desheng, Yu Tonghai, Yu Tongyuan, Zhang Wen, Zhu Shou and others rushed in.

"The city has been breached! General Lu is truly a god! He was able to attack the city with a boat and take it down in one blow!" Xu Yong exclaimed in admiration.

(End of this chapter)