The Bookish Scholar of the Red Mansion

It had been several days since the military information requesting reinforcements was sent out, and Shi Ding led the remaining troops and horses to temporarily stationed in a valley. There are two other military villages on the two nearby hills, forming an angle with the camp in the valley.

During this period, Shi Ding also ordered people to organize several breakout battles. The bandits on the opposite side were smart enough to come out and challenge them when there were few people. Once Dayong sent too many troops and horses, the bandits immediately ran away without a trace. When Shi Ding showed his intention to lead his troops forward, loud shouts of killing were heard in various mountains and forests, and dust and smoke were everywhere.

After several forcible breakthroughs failed, Shi Ding silenced the soldiers with practical actions and stayed at the camp with peace of mind, waiting for reinforcements to arrive. How can this approach satisfy everyone?

Everyone thinks that they just fell into the bandit's plot by mistake, and they definitely can't defeat a bunch of insects and grass bandits. At present, it is hard to fight but not to fight, and there is no way to retreat. The soldiers in the camp did not dare to disobey military orders, and they were already complaining privately.

After coaxing the third wave of soldiers back to fight, Shi Ding, who was forced to act as a confused general, immediately ordered the guards on the left and right to not let anyone in again. Wait for him to pull down the curtain and return to the tent. Feng Ziying, Wei Ruolan and others were chatting with Shui Rong about things outside.

Shi Ding quickly returned to the first seat on the left and said to King Beijing above, What does the letter say?

Shui Rong had just been discussing the matter with Feng Ziying and the others. When Shi Ding asked, he handed the secret letter in his hand to the other party.

This letter was written by Yongxing Jiedushi. Shi Ding took a quick look at it and said in surprise: Why hasn't Fatty Feng gotten the order to ask for help?

Now that the army is in trouble, the closest troops and horses are the 20,000 troops and horses of Yongxing Jiedushi Feng Fatty and the 30,000 soldiers of Chang'an Jiedushi Yun Guang. At such a critical moment, Shi Ding did not believe that Li Zhi would choose to remain indifferent and send no orders to these two places.

Shi Ding estimated in his mind the speed of the eight-hundred-mile emergency. No matter how much the court discussed, a decision should be made on this matter. He vaguely thought about a possibility in his mind, and with a bit of ferocity on his face, he said grimly: Could it be that they want to regret it and deliberately say that they did not receive the order for rescue?!

Impossible. Feng Ziying was startled when she heard this, and immediately explained, Uncle Shi, I'm still here. My uncle will definitely not betray his trust and betray us. As long as he receives your majesty's order, he will definitely take charge of it himself. Soldiers, come to respond to the big event.

Uncle, Fatty Feng is just related to your family. If you really want to count your relationship, your two families are just distant relatives. Shi Ding sneered in his heart and was already thinking about how to deal with Fatty Feng in the future.

Shui Rong on the side knew that now was the critical moment for the uprising, and he must not allow unwarranted suspicions to arise internally. He smiled quickly and said comfortingly: In my opinion, His Majesty is not planning to deploy troops here.

When he said this, everyone's thinking became more open. Wei Ruolan asked if the troops were transferred from Shandong? As soon as the words came out of his mouth, Wei Ruolan started to shake his head. There is also the problem of bandits in Shandong. Shi Ding predicted at the beginning of the plan that Li Zhi would never send troops here.

In the land of Jiangsu and Zhejiang, that is even more impossible. In the previous episode, Shi Ding walked around here specially to draw out all the soldiers and horses from the guards who could fight.

Could it be the main camp in Beijing? Feng Ziying herself came up with a guess.

When Shi Ding heard this, his eyes immediately lit up. He quickly looked up at Shui Rong, both of whom looked excited. If this is the case, then God help me.

As long as we find a way to annihilate these people on the Yellow River beach, the focus of the entire Gyeonggi Province will be on the emptiness of military defense. She was like a brothel girl who took off her clothes and allowed others to manipulate and manipulate her.

There's no rush, just wait. The news from the capital should come in these two days. Shui Rong continued to calm everyone's emotions. He still had internal contacts in the capital. The other party's news, even if it is slower than the 800-mile express, is not much different.

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Shui Rong's judgment was correct. He and Shi Ding waited in the tent until the afternoon. Sure enough, they saw a messenger walking in quietly under the cover of Shi Ding's personal guards.

The two of them buried their heads together before reading the secret letter sent by the messenger. Shi Ding let out a strange scream and shouted: Impossible, absolutely impossible.

It will take more than a month to move troops back from the border. When they arrive, they won't have to collect our bodies. They can just set up a stone monument here and write our names on it.

Shui Rong himself couldn't understand why Li Zhi would do this. The border is still at a critical juncture. Does Li Zhi's unusual change of orders mean that his intentions are exposed?

Shi Ding also thought of this possibility, and he felt inexplicably confused in his heart. Then he said seriously: Do you have anything with you?

It's natural to bring such an important thing with you. Without saying anything, Shui Rong took out the document written by the Supreme Emperor from his sleeve. When I unfolded the scroll and looked at the front of the page, I saw the words Pursuing Rebellion.

Everything has a name, and the most important thing is in Shui Rong's hands. Shi Ding immediately said with peace of mind: In my opinion, let's not wait any longer and start the fight directly!!

Such a hasty decision was different from their original plan. Their initial idea was to wait for Yun Guang and Fatty Feng to lead their troops into the mountains, and then, together with the army in their hands, directly join the bandits in the mountains. The 100,000 soldiers and horses assembled will completely kick off this chaos in the name of going to Beijing to fight against rebellion.

But Li Zhi's abnormal behavior undoubtedly put the two of them into a passive situation. When it comes to killing the Nine Clan, one can accept risks and changes, but cannot tolerate any hesitation. Shui Rong thought about it in his mind and asked a question directly: Should we wait any longer? If we don't coax Lord Yun over, I'm afraid it won't be enough for us alone.

This is not enough, not only in terms of literal weight, but also in a political sense.

The 50,000-strong army is a rebel, and everyone has to punish them. If you have more than 100,000 soldiers, you are the king's army, and the world will smile.

Shui Xiu's political acumen was far greater than that of Shi Ding. He was not at the end of the matter, but hesitated and retreated. Instead, he hopes to use the Emperor's will to make King Qin famous in one shot, so as to attract more help from the dark side.

We can't wait any longer. Shi Ding's judgment was completely different from that of 'Lord Water.' Paper cannot contain the fire. During this period, we deliberately dealt with some disobedient people. Do you think they are all blind? These people are just guessing. There is no mutiny now. It's just people in the military camp. General, I want to see what we are going to do.

As long as we delay for one more day, let them understand the danger. By then, it will not be us coercing them into rebellion. It will be them cutting off our heads and going to Beijing to ask for credit!!

After Shi Ding made this analysis, Shui Rong also understood the difficulty of his family's situation. The strategic advantages and disadvantages are not yet clear. The tactical life and death situation is already in front of us. Shui Rong couldn't care less. He made a judgment in his mind and asked directly: What if Lord Yun doesn't come?

Seeing that the prince only asked Yun Guang, the military governor of Chang'an, Shi Ding couldn't help but asked curiously: Aren't you worried about Fatty Feng?

Shui Rong knew the character of these two people very well. He said with great confidence: Fat Feng, for the sake of the position of Jiedushi, is willing to be brothers with his inner minister. His mind is far more greedy than we thought. Prosperity and wealth.”

Shui Rong asserted: I only need to repair a letter, and I bet that Fatty Feng will definitely come. It's just that Mr. Yun has always been hesitant and timid in doing things, and he is afraid that he is unwilling to take risks directly. We have to find an excuse for him to mobilize troops...

This is not easy. Shi Ding clapped his hands and said directly: When I lead a group of people to knock on his gate, won't he be able to assemble the state soldiers in a legitimate manner? Then we will accompany him to perform outside the city. For one scene, if he can borrow Po Xia’s donkey and follow us to the capital to be King Qin, that’s it!!”

What if he doesn't want to? Shui Rong asked with a smile after hearing this simple and crude method.

Humph, he dares?! Shi Ding immediately raised his eyebrows, slammed the table angrily, and said sternly: We have 30,000 on hand, and tens of thousands of bandit soldiers, plus Fatty Feng's 20,000. Then we will be in Yongxing Recruit a wave of troops and gather 100,000 troops to kill them. If he regrets temporarily, just overthrow his lair.

This idea is not impossible. Shui Rong nodded slightly. Since the arrow is ready, let's take action. The young King Beijing made a decision and directly ordered Shi Ding: Call the soldiers into the account.

Shi Ding said excitedly: I will arrange some more swordsmen.

Very good.

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In the silent camp, three generals of the central army, two generals of the vanguard battalion, the commanders of the left and right armies, and a dozen generals and others stood silently on both sides.

In the middle of their queue lay a convulsing civil servant. This is one of the staff sent by Wang Ziteng. For such a person who is about to die, life is the least important thing.

The other person's blood flowed out from the wound on his neck and spread quietly on the thick carpet. The bright red blood blooms like a red flower. The blood line that kept moving forward soon reached everyone's feet. We are all heroes who dare to risk their lives on the battlefield, so naturally we are not afraid of any retribution from the underworld.

Just looking at the dead man with eyes open, and then looking at the impassioned Shui Rong and Shi Ding in the hall. Everyone felt that this scene was too subtle, and combined with the words in the other person's mouth, they even felt that everything was a bit ridiculous.

We are now trapped in the forest. Go in, can't go in. Retreat, there is no way to retreat. Are you two still thinking about going to Beijing to serve the king and kill the dog emperor?

Shui Rong, who had just finished speaking, gave Shi Ding a look. The latter came out of the queue with understanding and asked everyone: Now the commander-in-chief and I have made up our mind to go to the capital to welcome the emperor to leave the palace and return to the palace. Whether you are fighting or avoiding, I will give you an explanation now. Everyone is in the same robe. The commander-in-chief and I will never embarrass you. There are still some expenses here. When the time comes, you can divide them and go home with them.

The last person who tried to embarrass you is lying on the ground. Everyone knows this kind of thing. Once you hear it, there is no way out. He just pushed one person out and asked about the current situation and future arrangements.

Shi Ding also knew that if these people were not reassured, they would never take the risk together. Ignoring Shui Rong's instructions, Shi Ding said directly: After several days of recruitment by the commander, the bandits in the mountains and forests also admired the majesty of the king and decided to switch sides.

Everyone suddenly realized that the fight that had been going on for a long time was a play put on by you. No wonder the two of you set up camp in the valley, with your butts touching the ground and unwilling to move for a long time.

Shi Ding continued: There are also Chang'an Jiedu Envoy, Yongxing Jiedu Envoy and others who are willing to help. There are also ministers in the court as internal aid. As soon as our commander returns to the court, the city gates will be opened to welcome us. Master Wang.

After hearing this, everyone felt that something was going on. Why are we all fighting as soldiers? It is nothing more than making meritorious deeds, nothing more than honoring one’s ancestors, glory and wealth. It can’t be just to be the teacher of the king! ?

So what kind of merit in the world can compare with King Qin’s rescue? Anyway, we only have one head. If we don’t give it a try now, we won’t wait until later! !

Under Shui Rong and Shi Ding's continuous narration, everyone showed their intention. Feng Ziying, Wei Ruolan and others who were hiding in the crowd came out at the right time, half-knelt on the field, and said loudly: I am willing to follow the commander-in-chief to fight against rebellion, make contributions, and help the country.

Someone took the lead, and then someone followed: I am willing to follow the commander-in-chief and fight against rebellion.

I am willing to follow the commander-in-chief and fight against rebellion.

Okay, okay. Shui Rong stepped down from his position with a look of joy and stood in front of the half-kneeling crowd. The polite and virtuous corporal pulled up the people one by one and said with emotion: The sky is proof. When the success is achieved in the future, I will definitely ask for credit for all the soldiers. It is no problem to make the king and worship the duke.

What? Is this talking about making a king and worshiping a duke? Aren’t we going to Beijing to work hard for the king? How can you, a king with a different surname, be such a big boss? While everyone was still thinking about these words, Feng Ziying had already answered: I am willing to ride for you, and I will follow you to the death.

That's all, show your loyalty first. Everyone muddle-headedly repeated the words, and then, under the witness of Shui Rong and Shi Ding, they pressed the blood seal on the edict.

Only after the escape route was cut off, everyone was able to leave the camp.

No one said anything about their doubts. Some people subconsciously pulled on their confidants and asked in a low voice: From what I just said, I'm afraid what they want to do is not just as simple as King Qin.

The other party showed a strange expression and asked: What the hell, what is the difference between what we are doing and rebellion?

The person who just asked the question thought about it and it was the same reason. Ling Chi and Wu Ma cut their bodies into pieces, both of them died. No matter how you die in the future, just live now.

Besides, what if it happens?

While his colleagues were thinking about their future glory and wealth, the person who just asked the question asked again: What if it doesn't work out?

His good friend laughed contemptuously and joked: It depends on who is quick enough to snatch their heads and borrow them to save their lives!

Yes, yes, there is such a perfect method. God helps me!

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Thanks to the prosperity of maritime trade in the past two years, there are enough sea-going ships along the coast to support the imperial court's cross-sea delivery. It only took three days for Xin Suzhao's troops to arrive in Qingzhou Prefecture, Shandong Province. The military orders were like fire. As soon as the eight thousand men were assembled, Xin Suzhao ordered all the soldiers to march day and night.

They traveled all the way through mountains and rivers and arrived in Jinan Prefecture in only six days. We were about to cross inward along this road and rush directly from Yanggu to Ping'an Prefecture. Huang Weizhong, the prefect of this place, used the imperial court to issue an imperial edict to persuade Xin Suzhao to stay.

The two chatted for a while in the city, and Xin Suzhao took a look at the imperial edict. Li Zhi's intention was for him to change his route and take a detour along the Jining and Caoxian roads to Jiannanguan Pass in the lower part of Ping'an Prefecture.

What does this mean?! Xin Suzhao was a little surprised. Aren't there 40,000 soldiers trapped in Ping'an Prefecture? After taking a long detour, when we reach Ping'an Prefecture, the day lilies are blooming. Does your Majesty want to abandon these people?

Huang Weizhong didn't know the inside story either. He used to be Lin Ruhai's auxiliary officer and had met Xin Geng several times. Seeing that the son of an old friend had led the army as a general, he also noticed Xin Suzhao's confusion. He hurriedly said: Don't be confused, the superiors naturally have deep intentions. The imperial court ordered me to send another five thousand troops and horses to you. The Jinan guards in the city are ready, and General Xin can take them away at any time.

When you are out there, you will not give me your orders. But the imperial edict is already waiting here, and it probably has its own purpose. Xin Suzhao nodded and thanked Magistrate Huang for his kindness. He only ordered his subordinates to rest for one night in Jinan, and then headed for Jining via Jining.

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It was clear that the situation in Ping'an Prefecture was rapidly changing, but Chen Heng, who was at the center of the incident, was the last person to receive the news. What's even more bizarre is that he received three secret letters as soon as he received them. They are the letters of Lin Ruhai, Li Zhi and Wei Yinghong.

Such an exaggerated formation made even Chen Heng panic. He thought about it and picked up the letter from his father-in-law first. When I opened it, I saw the handsome handwriting of the other party on the paper, and every word was filled with sincere instructions. The general message of the letter was to tell Chen Heng to pack up his things quickly and retreat to Jiannan Pass to wait for reinforcements.

What is strange is that at the end of the letter, Lin Ruhai wrote: Heng'er, please don't act out of emotion. Protect yourself first, and I will make the decision for you in other matters.

Such an exhortation already made Chen Heng's mind sink. When I opened Li Zhi's letter again, I found that there was only one sentence in the other party's letter. I've always heard that I love reading, but I don't know how much the essence of the art of war can be learned.

Putting the letter down again, Chen Heng finally opened Wei Yinghong's letter. The other party had just been promoted to the cabinet as the second assistant in the past two days. The change in status made Weber's father look at the problem from a completely different perspective. And a possibility that the other party mentioned in the letter turned Chen Heng's worries for many days into reality.

Beijing Wang Shuirong and Zhongjing Marquis Shi Ding intend to rebel. Ping'an Prefecture is a place with four dangers, and it can lead to the south of the Yangtze River and the two lakes... After some commonplace geography popularization, Wei Yinghong directly asked in the letter, if the soldiers and bandits broke out In Ping'an Prefecture, a tired bird will inevitably escape from its cage and cause disaster. I know this request is difficult, but I also know your capabilities, Chen Chixing.

No matter what method you use, drag the rebels into Ping'an Prefecture. The worst outcome is that they cannot be allowed to go north and harass key areas in Gyeonggi.

This...this...is really mind-blowing...

Putting down Wei Cifu's letter, Chen Heng fell into a long-term aphasia. Father Weber doesn't think that the men and horses he has on hand are all officers and soldiers who are good at fighting, right?

Lu Yingxiong, who was waiting anxiously on the sidelines, saw that Chen Heng didn't speak for a long time, so he stepped forward and asked, Mr. Chen, what did the superiors say?

In the past few days, he sent some men to explore the road in the mountains, but the result was very tragic, and hundreds of men and horses were lost for no reason. Chen Heng felt really distressed when he saw it, so he persuaded him to stop.

With three letters in front of him, Chen Heng couldn't think of whose wishes he should act on.