first minister

Chapter 355: Conquered by all parties
Kneeling in the Chinese army tent that once belonged to him, Xiao Fengshan watched Jiang Yuhu step in and stand in front of them.

One was kneeling with his body tied up, and the other was standing with a domineering look on his face.

Comparing the encounters in the past, today, one has to sigh with emotion.

Jiang Yuhu looked down at his prisoner, "What do you want to say? Do you want to emphasize that you have been dragged down by another waste, or do you want to say something cruel and cruel?"

Xiao Fengshan sneered and said mockingly: "I just didn't expect that the little military god who always prides himself on being aloof and arrogant and disdains all conspiracies would do such a treacherous thing. It's useless for me to believe your lies."

Jiang Yuhu frowned slightly, "What treacherous thing have I done?"

"You said you won't intervene in the struggle for imperial power? Then who are the Wudang Army in Longshou Prefecture? What other excuse is there to keep vigil for the old military god? Who is standing on the battlefield at this moment?"

Xiao Fengshan spoke with both contempt and indignation, but Jiang Yuhu pursed his lips after hearing this, "Do you think that using such moral accusations can cover up the fact that you are a waste? Then it will make you feel better and feel that it is not a crime of war. , is the enemy too cunning and shameless? Why do you have the nerve to show off your power and power under the name of a man with both civil and military skills? "

The words that were as sharp as a sword made Xiao Fengshan furious like a frightened cat. But at this moment, he was already a trapped beast and had no ability to resist at all.

Jiang Yuhu said calmly: "I said I won't interfere, so I won't interfere. There is no emperor who obeys the orders of the Dongfang clan. Who is sitting on the throne now? You are now rebellious officials and traitors. What's wrong with you? Back then, you I told you to wait for me for seven days when I was committed to the righteousness of the king and his ministers. Why don't you dare to take the gamble? In the end, isn't it because you are a waste?"

"Okay, Xia Jingyun is better at this kind of swearing. Go ahead and tell him. I really want to see if his mouth can curse you to death."

Jiang Yuhu glanced at the British father who was completely lost and completely collapsed, and walked out with big steps.

The curtain was lowered, and the military tent was filled with darkness, just like their future lives.
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In Sishuiguan City, everyone standing on the city wall stared intently at the tents in the distance that looked like giant beasts.

Seeing the first ten cavalrymen sliding past the perimeter of the camp, Jiang Yuhu led three thousand cavalrymen like a spear directly into the mouth of the giant beast from the camp gate, and his heart was in his throat.

Then I saw that the team that thought it would be swallowed up by the giant beast suddenly changed its direction after breaking through the first layer of defense, and everyone turned to the west side of the camp.

Then, it was pierced.
Of course they couldn't see the details from such a distance on the city wall. They saw the black torrent entering from the entrance of the camp and violently attacking the camp to the west. Then, all the obstacles set up in the camp collapsed bizarrely. , the defeated troops were like water, surging everywhere and unable to stop.
"It's done?"

"It actually did happen!"

The generals at the top of the city were excited.

Yue Pingwu pressed the stone bricks of the city wall and said in a deep voice: "Don't worry, this is just to temporarily break their formation. After all, they have 5 people. Once we regroup, we will only have 3000 people. We may still be in trouble!"

"General, how about we gather our troops immediately and rush over! This is a rare opportunity!"

Yue Pingwu shook his head, "It's too late."

Everyone sighed when they heard this. Yes, when the team was assembled and rushed over, the day lilies were already cold.

"Moreover, our task is to guard the gate. If the gate is not broken, the overall situation will not be broken. Don't be greedy for credit and lose your duty."

"Hey!"

Some were so impatient that they couldn't help but punch the city wall.

And with his punch, the situation in the camp changed to their delight. The 3000-man cavalry team directly broke through the British Duke's western camp, and then the two thousand Wudang troops made a large circle. The horse's speed did not slow down, and they came back to fight. After repeated attacks, the western camp was completely unable to resist, collapsed, and the deserters scattered.

"Hey! Lao Du, your fists are so powerful! Punch again quickly!"

When the captain heard this, he was not afraid of the pain and punched him again.

Following his punch, the Wudang Army began to penetrate the rebel camp, and then weaved a large net, driving these defeated troops directly towards the east camp where the organization was still intact!
"It's wonderful to drive away tigers and swallow wolves!"

"As expected of the little military god!"

On the city wall, there was a burst of cheers.

They stood high and saw clearly that the Wudang Army's strategy was to surround three buildings, leaving only a way for the rebels in the western camp, while the rebels in the eastern camp were either out of consideration for the emperor's wishes or did not give instructions in time. , did not use strict killings to stop the momentum of these desperate deserters at the first time, and when they reacted, they were already unable to stop the enemy.

"Not good! They want to escape!"

"Hey! What a pity! We only have 3000 people, otherwise we can't let all these rebels escape!"

"If they escape now, they will be in trouble again when they gather the defeated troops!"

"Lao Du, don't be stunned, hurry up and punch me again!"

"okay!"

The captain was also excited, and he quickly punched the hard man again, grimacing in pain.

However, his fist seemed to have magical power. Captain Zhang and his cavalry, who had broken through before, were like divine soldiers descending from the sky. They raised the ginger flag and blocked the retreat of the rebels who fled out of the camp. Go ahead and give the rebels a beating.

The institutions and organizations that had been faintly recovering saw that their way back was cut off, and all the instructions and comforts were no longer effective. Under the instinct of survival, they panicked and fled in all directions, completely collapsing.

"it is good!"

"Okay! Captain Zhang has done a great job!"

There was a roar of applause on the city wall, but on the battlefield in the distance, the overall situation was finally decided, and only the story of chasing death and chasing north, gathering the surrendering troops, was left.

"Awesome! Three thousand to fifty thousand. This battle is destined to become famous in history."

"I have only heard about the reputation of the God of War. I have never seen the God of War personally leading troops in battle. I feel deeply regretful. Now that I have seen the demeanor of the little God of War, I have no regrets in this life!"

"After this battle, Zhongjing is finally safe."

Just as he was sighing, a messenger rushed up quickly, "Report!"

A lieutenant general smiled and said: "What kind of report do you want to report? We are watching here, why should you report it?"

The messenger was stunned for a moment and then said: "The messenger from Beijing is reporting urgently!"

Everyone looked solemn and looked at each other. They wouldn't win a big victory here that would go down in history. What's wrong with Zhongjing?

Yue Pingwu quickly said: "Please come quickly!"

Soon, a messenger came in a hurry and handed a mailbox to Yue Pingwu, "General Yue, this is a letter for you!"

Yue Pingwu checked the fire paint, opened it immediately, and his face lit up with just a glance.

It was not easy for everyone to take a peek, so they had to wait aside with longing expressions on their faces.

After reading this, Yue Pingwu let out a long breath and said to the messenger in a warm voice: "Your Majesty, please take a rest in the city."

After the messenger went down, everyone finally couldn't help but ask: "General, what's going on?"

Yue Pingwu thought for a while and handed the letter to them directly.

Everyone took a look and saw three things written on the letter.

The first is that for his outstanding performance in the Zhongjing coup, Yue Pingwu was granted the title of Uncle Zhongyi, made general of Yunhui, and was appointed as the general of the Central Guard Army as before, and was specially awarded to Yiwei for his loyalty and bravery;

The second was the Dongting Navy and the Longshou Prefecture Army, which raided Jinling City at night. Magistrate Bai, who had shown great success in recent months, led everyone to Jinling on a rainy night and captured the city of Guangling Prefecture, which was also Guangling Prefecture. The first heroic city, the formation killed Mu Xiang Xiyuan of Guangling Prefecture, and the entire territory of Guangling Prefecture could basically be regarded as a treasure by the imperial court;
The third is Xia Jingyun's instructions to him, so that he does not need to feel any pressure. He will handle everything in the court for him, he must guard Sishui Pass City, and then obey Jiang Yuhu's command in everything.

After everyone finished reading, they all smiled and saluted Yue Pingwu, "Congratulations, Uncle Zhongyi!"

The fist-smashing captain directly raised his bleeding fist and said, "General, my hand is worthy of merit, right?"

Yue Pingwu laughed and waved his hand, "Brothers, you're welcome, let's have a celebratory drink tonight!"

Everyone cheered together, with envy in their eyes.

After the commotion, they slowly calmed down and looked at the gradually quiet battlefield over there. Yue Pingwu said softly: "Brothers, settle down and welcome the new court. This time, many things will be different."
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Anyang County is on the border of Langya State and the closest county to the border of Zhongzhou.

At this moment, a big shot quietly came to the prefect's mansion in the county.

A big shot in the Langya State.

Mulan Tingwang of Langya Prefecture was wearing casual clothes and sitting in the prefect's mansion. In front of him sat Prefect Anyang, one of his closest aides, and a military man who looked like a general holding a sword and wearing armor.

Prefect Anyang sat respectfully, "Sir, what do you need me to do?"

Lan Tingwang shook his head, "Just wait."

He stood up, walked to the window, and explained to this confidant: "I have sent out sentries. If the British Duke and the others win and really conquer the Sishui Pass, I will bet on them and give them Transporting food and troops is a gamble.”

Prefect Anyang continued wisely, "What if they lose?"

Lan Tingwang laughed, "This is why I have to come here in person. If they are defeated in front of Sishui Pass, there is a large imperial army in Longshou Prefecture, and Jiuhe and Baili are not enough to be the foundation, so they will definitely retreat." I am Langya State."

He looked at Prefect Anyang and said, "If they retreat and come, you will pretend to be loyal and then hold a banquet in honor of them. Then I can catch them all."

Governor Anyang was stunned, "Catch them all in one fell swoop?"

Lan Tingwang sneered, "They were defeated in front of Sishui Pass and unable to take control of Zhongjing. They are at the end of their rope. They are still trying to occupy one side of the Langya Prefecture. As an official of the imperial court, how can I tolerate him! I will escort them back then. The imperial court, if they keep their soldiers in our Langya Prefecture to protect our entire Langya Prefecture, wouldn’t it be the best of both worlds?”

Prefect Anyang understood immediately upon hearing this. His boss was planning to get two for one chicken!

The dedication of the British Duke and Xiao Fengshan to the imperial court must be a great achievement, and the imperial court must reward them;

And after swallowing up the soldiers under their command, plus the original defenders of Langya Prefecture, you are not calling it a separatist regime, but it is better than a separatist regime. It is not an exaggeration to say that the governor of Langya Prefecture is the king of Langya Prefecture!
However, as a die-hard Lan Tingwang, he would naturally not refuse such a thing. After all, he had made a contribution.

He immediately stood up and made a promise, "Don't worry, sir, I will definitely live up to your trust!"

Time passed quietly, and dusk gradually fell.

When candles were lit in the room, the messenger also broke into the house with the dust and late autumn chill outside.

"how?"

Lan Tingwang asked eagerly.

"Come back, sir! Jiang Yuhu led the Wudang Army with three thousand cavalry, and defeated the fifty thousand with three thousand, and captured the British Duke and Mr. Xiao alive. The imperial court won a great victory!"

"What?" Several disbelieving exclamations sounded almost simultaneously in the room.

Among them, the general was the loudest, with impossibility written all over his face.

Lan Ting took a step forward, his eyes burning, "Is the news true?"

"Really! I saw it with my own eyes, and I didn't dare to delay for a moment. I immediately rushed back to report it to you!"

Lan Tingwang raised his head and closed his eyes. He no longer had the strategizing and expectant look before. Obviously, this situation was somewhat beyond his expectation.

Prefect Anyang quietly waved his hand, signaling the messenger to go down.

The messenger respectfully withdrew. After going out, he pursed his lips and cursed in his heart. If the news is not good, will I even lose the reward?

Damn, you are so stingy, no wonder you don’t have any good fruits to eat!

You see, the number one scholar, Gong Xia Langzhong, is said to be very good to the people below him, so now he has that status!

Regardless of the messenger's slander, Lan Tingwang recovered from his disappointment and looked at his confidants in the room, "Is the Jiang family really that powerful?"

The staff sighed softly, "If he is an old military god, this is not surprising, but if Jiang Yuhu can be so powerful, the government will probably be suppressed by his Jiang family for decades. Does this Dongfang family really have destiny? The Jiang family has been able to produce such talents for two consecutive generations."

Lan Tingwang waved his hand, "Everyone, go down and leave me alone."

As everyone was about to get up, there was another burst of anxious footsteps, and a report sounded outside the door, "Sir, urgent report from Beijing."

As soon as Anyang heard the voice belonged to his own people, he quickly opened the door, stood outside the door and listened to the situation, and then returned to the room with a shocked look on his face.

"Sir, the imperial court has captured Jinling City, Guangling Prefecture Mu Xiang Xiyuan"

Lan Tingwang turned his head and asked anxiously: "What's wrong with him?"

Prefect Anyang said softly: "Beheaded by the formation."

Lan Tingwang slumped down on his chair.

The other three people looked at each other, stood up and prepared to exit according to the previous instructions.

Unexpectedly, Lan Tingwang stopped him, "Wait a minute."

Amidst the doubts of the three of them, Lan Tingwang said: "Go and prepare your horses!"

"Sir, it's so late, where are you going?"

Lan Tingwang looked serious, "The new emperor has ascended the throne. As the shepherd of Langya Prefecture, how can I not pay homage in person to show my loyalty?"

Grand Administrator Anyang looked at Lan Tingwang's impassioned face and suddenly felt that he was still far short of the position he had dreamed of being a frontier official.
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In the dusk, a cavalryman stepped on the autumn leaves and walked slowly through the forest.

Xia Yunfei rode at the front, looking neither happy nor angry.

More than half a year of experience on the front line of Poliangshan made his already calm temperament become more stable. Although Jiang Yuhu still did not give him any praise, he did not express clear objection to Jin Jiancheng and others' praise of his natural talent. .

This time he faced Xiao Fengshan and won, which also allowed him to solidify his reputation with a solid record.

I think when the news gets out, some evildoers will come up with some theory about the Xia family's two stars, civil and military.

There was a sound of hoofbeats in the distance. He stretched out his hand and the team behind him stopped silently.

Xia Yunfei saw his own scouts through the moonlight. Xia Yunfei did not become relaxed. There was a bit of expectation in his eyes, "How is it?"

The scout turned over and dismounted, overjoyed, "General, the young master came to Sishui Pass in person. Today at noon, he defeated the enemy army with three thousand to fifty thousand, and captured Xiao Fengshan and Lu Rusong alive on the spot!"

Xia Yunfei took a deep breath, suppressed the shock in his heart, and said slowly: "As expected of the young master!"

The scout smiled and said: "General, shall we join the young master now?"

According to their original plan, they wanted to follow behind, cooperate with the defenders of Sishui Pass, and take the opportunity to stab Xiao Fengshan and Lu Rusong in the butts. But now, the two thieves Xiao and Lu were actually decided by the young master in a fight. Their plan naturally required changed.

Xia Yunfei pondered for a moment, "The whole army diverted to the city of Sixiang Prefecture!"

Just like in the past and present, nothing good has happened next to the capital, Sixiang Prefecture's status is very embarrassing.

Other places may be poor, but the sky is high and the emperor is far away, and they are free and easy, majestic and blessed;

Either he is rich, and the whole state is full of food;
Either the terrain is steep and the place is heavily populated by military aircraft. It has always been a springboard for the most trusted ministers of the imperial court.

Sixiang Prefecture has nothing to offer, and it is close to Zhongzhou. In addition to being constantly assigned various tasks by Zhongzhou and shouldering the important task of raising and supporting the nobles of Zhongzhou, it has also been deprived of most of its autonomy.

So much so that the Sixiang State Shepherd can almost be said to be the most depressing State Shepherd in the world, just like a marionette in Zhongzhou.

However, with the chaos in the DPRK and China in the past two months, the rope around Sixiang Prefecture's neck has loosened a lot, making the people of Sixiang Prefecture feel that life is much easier than it is.

Wu Qili, the governor of Sixiang Prefecture, didn't have any objections, because in a place like Sixiang Prefecture, whoever takes power will be wiped out easily. There is basically no ability to resist, and it is impossible to separate the country.

But in the position of Zhou Mu, Wu Qili is still a bit ambitious.

This ambition is to see if I can take advantage of this opportunity to bargain with the court and get more benefits.

Therefore, after receiving the imperial court's appeal, he did not take any action.

Not even a document of allegiance was sent to Zhongjing, because Xiao Fengshan's [-] troops were "next to his couch".

However, he did not completely fall in love with Xiao Fengshan.

There was no attack or delay on Xiao Fengshan's army, but when he asked him to provide food and soldiers, he pretended not to hear it. The main thing was that he did not express his position, refused, and was irresponsible.

In the dark night, he was sleeping soundly with the twelve-character policy he had set together with his staff: "Things to be done, words not given, no consequences, and profits to be made." Suddenly, he was awakened by a noise, and his staff came in a hurry. , "My boss, the imperial troops are here!"

Wu Qili was so frightened that he lost sleep for a moment. He hurriedly put on his robe and got up, running all the way to the city wall. He saw a cavalry of more than [-] people at the bottom of the city, holding torches and looking in formation.

"Who is coming, and why are they invading my territory?"

"There is no army, Xia Yunfei." The cavalry general at the foot of the city spoke loudly, "I have been ordered to suppress bandits and passed through your land. I hope that you can replenish some military supplies."

There is no army.
Wu Qili panicked. As a state shepherd, he naturally heard about the battle in Quewei Valley two days ago. He didn't expect that this evil star would come to find him instead of chasing Xiao Fengshan.

What is he doing!
The staff on the side whispered: "My boss, the Wudang Army is supposed to be defending Beiliang in the north, but I have never heard of such a military order. Your Excellency, you can try to use this to excuse yourself."

Wu Qili repeatedly said yes and said: "Nonsense! The Wudang Army is currently stationed in northern Xinjiang. I have never heard of the Wudang Army coming here to suppress bandits. Bandits are raging now. An Zhier and the others are not pretending to be thieves!" "

Xia Yunfei said with a smile: "Your Excellency, the news is still lagging behind. Today afternoon, the Young Master captured the two thieves Lu Xiao alive on the spot at Sishui Pass. Are there any remnants of the two thieves Lu and Xiao in Xiangzhou City?"

boom!
Wu Qili's head was buzzing immediately.

Jiang Yuhu is here?
Three thousand to fifty thousand?
Capture the British Duke and Mr. Xiao alive?
While I was stunned, the staff hurried away and came back, "Sir, the news is accurate. The messenger will arrive at night. You have already gone to sleep, so I didn't tell you."

Wu Qili glared at him angrily, I fell asleep, and you fucking fell asleep too?
Don’t you know how to get up and ask?
Did I raise you to sleep with you?
Damn it, I was caught off guard now!
He looked at Xia Yunfei below, and a smile suddenly appeared on his face, "General Xia is joking, I have always been loyal to state affairs and loyal to your majesty and the court. How could I hide traitors!"

Xia Yunfei didn't answer, just looked at him.

There was an eerie calm all over the city wall.

Many thoughts flashed through Wu Qili's mind, and finally he sighed, "Come here, Kaicheng, please invite General Xia and all the soldiers to come into the city to rest!"

The city gate slowly opened. Looking at the dark city gate hole, Wudang Army automatically separated a group of scouts to enter first, and then Xia Yunfei urged his horse to enter.

Seeing Wu Qili, he immediately got off his horse and held his arm affectionately without any explanation, "Master Wu, I have admired you for a long time!"

Wu Qili tried to break free, but the hand clamped on him tightly like a pair of pincers. He had no choice but to let Xia Yunfei turn around and lead him towards the Prefectural Shepherd's Mansion.

"Master Wu, do you know my identity?"

"Ah? Of course you know that General Xia is the eldest brother of Mr. Xia. This is no secret."

"Then do you believe that I can protect you?"

Wu Qili was stunned when he heard this.

Xia Yunfei smiled and said: "When the new monarch succeeds to the throne, won't Mr. Wu come to Beijing to pay an audience?"

Wu Qili's expression suddenly changed, and he swallowed a mouthful of saliva, "The governors of various states are not allowed to enter the capital without permission."

"That's why Master Wu is asked to go. If the imperial court wants to punish the crime, this is the reason for sending it to the imperial court. Doesn't it show your loyalty? If the imperial court does not punish the crime, wouldn't you just be able to win the favor of your majesty and the central government? ?"

He looked at Wu Qili's hesitant look and said, "Sir, without further ado, when the news spreads, you, the closest Sixiang State Shepherd, will be the last to arrive. Doesn't it make sense?"

Wu Qili gritted his teeth and said, "I am willing to listen to General Xia's arrangements! The lives of my entire family will be handed over to General Xia!"

Xia Yunfei laughed, "Easy to say!"

A moment later, Xia Yunfei stood at the top of the city, watching as an army of hundreds escorted the Sixiang Prefecture shepherd to Zhongjing.
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In Zhongjing City, Xia Jingyun has already gone to bed.

Tired for many days and working in the middle of the night, he slept soundly.

But as if on purpose, a burst of rapid footsteps and calls woke him up from the warm bed.

In the short period of time he got up from bed, put on his outer robe, and walked to the door, he had already considered in his mind the forces and situations that might cause unrest in Zhongjing City, so much so that he even woke up from his drowsiness.

He looked at Gongsun Jing who was standing at the door, "What happened?"

Gongsun Jing said with excitement on his face: "Young Master, we have just received the news of the victory at Sishui Pass. The little army god Jiang Yuhu defeated [-] and [-]. He captured Lu Rusong and Xiao Fengshan alive in one battle, and captured tens of thousands of soldiers!"

　We were boarding the train. The old man across the aisle on the left took out braised chicken feet and braised duck feet from his pocket and drank two crooked men. The handsome guy on the right took turns flirting with his three girlfriends through their mobile phones. Only Mango was the bitter one. I coded for three hours.

　　The excitement is all theirs.
　　
　
(End of this chapter)