As soon as these words came out, everyone's expressions changed drastically. Hu Daquan collapsed directly to the ground, and Zhang Huai'en closed his eyes, tears flowing from the corners of his eyes. He had already expected such an ending from what he just said, but with his own ears
Hearing this from Liu Daogui still made him unable to hold back tears.
Tan Zhi frowned and said: "Brother Daogui, please take back your life. After all, Huai En is a good brother who has been born and died for many years. Although he made mistakes in a moment of confusion, please consider his previous achievements and spare him this time."
, even if it is inevitable that he will be punished with a life sentence, let’s spare him the death sentence first and let him make meritorious service for his crime.”
All the Dongman soldiers, under the leadership of Captain Axiba, knelt down and said: "Please take back Liu Zhengxi's life. We are willing to intercede for Captain Zhang."
Liu Daogui said calmly: "There is no joke in the army. Anyone who violates military law can be punished and receive meritorious service, and anyone can be spared death by interceding. Then military law has become a child's play, and anyone can commit it. Zhang Huai'en pretended to be jealous.
The second is to openly provoke the conflict between the local soldiers in Jingzhou and the brothers from the Wuling reinforcements here. The third is to take property by force in this market. Each of these three things is
It's a capital crime. As I said just now, if he only took two mats, I might be able to spare his life. But if he commits the first two crimes, let alone me, even if my eldest brother comes to plead for mercy, military law will not tolerate it.
."
At this point, Liu Daogui's eyes became moist. He looked at Zhang Huaien and choked up and said: "Huaien, my good brother, it's not that I want to kill you. It's really unacceptable under military law. Do you have anything else to say?"
Yes, tell me now and I will personally send you on your way."
Zhang Huaien suddenly opened his eyes and laughed loudly: "Brother Daogui, it's okay. It's all my fault. I'm narrow-minded and jealous of others. That's why I break the law. I didn't realize this at the time. Now after listening to your words, I understand.
Zhang Xizi is a minor matter, but the impact on the unity of the army is a big deal. These three crimes were all committed by me. Captain Hu Daquan was just acting with me. I let him hold this mat, and he also persuaded him to
Please tell me not to disobey orders and take people's property privately."
Liu Daogui nodded: "Hu Daquan is indeed not the mastermind, but he took these things with you. Hu Daquan, do you know your guilt?"
Hu Daquan cried: "I am guilty because I am weak-willed and greedy for petty advantages. I also thought that we can keep accounts like the Dongman brothers. As a result, I committed a serious crime. This matter, this matter is related to me, Hua En."
If we do it together, we will be punished together."
Liu Daogui said sternly: "You are a man of loyalty, and you have followed me for so many years. However, this is not the time for loyalty. You have committed a crime together, but there is also a distinction between master and slave. I am not punishing you based on feelings, but on
It's based on the law. I made it clear just now that Zhang Huai'en's crime was more about his arrogant words, which undermined the unity of the two armies and falsely conveyed my general's orders. And you, Hu Daquan, have not committed such a crime, so
"Although you took the goods privately, your crime will not lead to death. When you return, you will receive fifty military sticks and then be imprisoned for half a month as punishment."
Hu Daquan gritted his teeth: "We committed the crime together. I did not persuade Brother Huai'en. I begged Brother Daogui to be lenient to Brother Huai'en. In the face of a powerful enemy, killing the warriors first would not be good for the morale of the army.
Okay, although military law is hard to tolerate, Brother Dao Gui has also changed the law during the war. For example, many people in Jiangling City collaborated with the enemy when Huan Qian attacked. Aren't you going to burn them too?
After receiving the letter, everyone in the city was so moved that they have died to this day?"
"Brother Daogui, Brother Huaien, he has been your personal guard for more than ten years. He is extremely loyal and brave. He has suffered many injuries and made countless meritorious deeds in these years of battles. Such a warrior was killed because he lost control for a moment. It is really
It's a pity. The younger brother is willing to accept the punishment together with Brother Huaien, and is willing to receive a hundred military sticks. Moreover, we are willing to be directly incorporated into the camp of these Dongman warriors, fight side by side with them, live and die together. In reality
Action to atone for our sins.”
Tan Zhi also followed up and said: "Brother Daogui, I think this Wu Chang Hu said it very well. The principles of the law are nothing more than human relationships. This is an extraordinary period. They have realized that they were wrong. But let them live a life and allow them to
Only if you take advantage of your guilt and make meritorious service..."
Liu Daogui said categorically: "There is no need to plead, I have made up my mind. The matter of letters in Jiangling City last time is different from this time. The people in the city are not my subordinates. They have received favors from the Huan family for many years, and Huan Qian beat them
When I came back, some of my disciples and former officials secretly communicated with them, which is human nature, so I opened the city gates wide and allowed them to come and go freely. If they were our enemies, they would fight face to face with real swords and guns. If they changed their minds, they would be loyal to us.
It was not Huan Qian who led the Jin Dynasty, so let's forget about it. This was a decision I made in accordance with the laws of the imperial court at that time, and it was not an extrajudicial favor, because when I accepted the official seal of the Jingzhou governor, the instructions given by the imperial court were to capture the hearts and minds of Jingzhou.
The main thing is to give priority to care, and don't kill people at every turn. Zhuge Liang's seven captures of Meng Huo were just such a psychological attack. Could it be that Zhuge Liang also collaborated with the enemy to treason and support the bandits to respect himself?"
Hu Daquan lowered his head and murmured: "My metaphor is inappropriate, I'm sorry, but..."
Liu Daogui waved his hand and interrupted him: "Hu Daquan, your sins are yours, and his sins are his. They are not lumped together, and there is no such thing as meritorious deeds. I have feelings for the reinforcements in other places in Jingzhou."
There are many people who have prejudices, especially those who look down upon these barbarian warriors in the mountains. It is not just you, but also many soldiers and civilians in Jiangling. If you can't bear to let people go shopping in the market for half a day, how can we unite sincerely in the future?
How about joining forces to fight against the enemy? Zhang Huaien, I will support your wife, children, and children as my own family, and your brother Hu Daquan will not be punished until death. He will be punished according to the law. Is there anything else you want to say? "
Zhang Huaien let out a long sigh and said: "It's all Huai'en's fault. I have failed to live up to your expectations, brother Daogui, and also hurt the Dongman soldiers. I only ask brother Daogui to promise me one thing. This is my last request."
Liu Daogui nodded: "If I can help, I will definitely help."
Zhang Huai'en said sternly: "My family is now in Wudi. They all think that it is a very honorable thing for me to serve as a soldier and an officer here. Today I have no chance to kill the enemy and serve the country again. Please tell my family what happened later, Brother Daogui."
At that time, they just said that I died on the battlefield and I didn’t want to let them down.”
Liu Daogui turned his head, wiped the tears from his eyes, and said: "I agree to your request. After you leave, I will buy these two bamboo mats, wrap your body, and personally transport it back to your hometown, Huaien,
My brother, go on your way in peace!"
As soon as these words came out, everyone's expressions changed drastically. Hu Daquan collapsed directly to the ground, and Zhang Huai'en closed his eyes, tears flowing from the corners of his eyes. He had already expected such an ending from what he just said, but with his own ears
Hearing this from Liu Daogui still made him unable to hold back tears.
Tan Zhi frowned and said: "Brother Daogui, please take back your life. After all, Huai En is a good brother who has been born and died for many years. Although he made mistakes in a moment of confusion, please consider his previous achievements and spare him this time."
, even if it is inevitable that he will be punished with a life sentence, let’s spare him the death sentence first and let him make meritorious service for his crime.”
All the Dongman soldiers, under the leadership of Captain Axiba, knelt down and said: "Please take back Liu Zhengxi's life. We are willing to intercede for Captain Zhang."
Liu Daogui said calmly: "There is no joke in the army. Anyone who violates military law can be punished and receive meritorious service, and anyone can be spared death by interceding. Then military law has become a child's play, and anyone can commit it. Zhang Huai'en pretended to be jealous.
The second is to openly provoke the conflict between the local soldiers in Jingzhou and the brothers from the Wuling reinforcements here. The third is to take property by force in this market. Each of these three things is
It's a capital crime. As I said just now, if he only took two mats, I might be able to spare his life. But if he commits the first two crimes, let alone me, even if my eldest brother comes to plead for mercy, military law will not tolerate it.
."
At this point, Liu Daogui's eyes became moist. He looked at Zhang Huaien and choked up and said: "Huaien, my good brother, it's not that I want to kill you. It's really unacceptable under military law. Do you have anything else to say?"
Yes, tell me now and I will personally send you on your way."
Zhang Huaien suddenly opened his eyes and laughed loudly: "Brother Daogui, it's okay. It's all my fault. I'm narrow-minded and jealous of others. That's why I break the law. I didn't realize this at the time. Now after listening to your words, I understand.
Zhang Xizi is a minor matter, but the impact on the unity of the army is a big deal. These three crimes were all committed by me. Captain Hu Daquan was just acting with me. I let him hold this mat, and he also persuaded him to
Please tell me not to disobey orders and take people's property privately."
Liu Daogui nodded: "Hu Daquan is indeed not the mastermind, but he took these things with you. Hu Daquan, do you know your guilt?"
Hu Daquan cried: "I am guilty because I am weak-willed and greedy for petty advantages. I also thought that we can keep accounts like the Dongman brothers. As a result, I committed a serious crime. This matter, this matter is related to me, Hua En."
If we do it together, we will be punished together."
Liu Daogui said sternly: "You are a man of loyalty, and you have followed me for so many years. However, this is not the time for loyalty. You have committed a crime together, but there is also a distinction between master and slave. I am not punishing you based on feelings, but on
It's based on the law. I made it clear just now that Zhang Huai'en's crime was more about his arrogant words, which undermined the unity of the two armies and falsely conveyed my general's orders. And you, Hu Daquan, have not committed such a crime, so
"Although you took the goods privately, your crime will not lead to death. When you return, you will receive fifty military sticks and then be imprisoned for half a month as punishment."
Hu Daquan gritted his teeth: "We committed the crime together. I did not persuade Brother Huai'en. I begged Brother Daogui to be lenient to Brother Huai'en. In the face of a powerful enemy, killing the warriors first would not be good for the morale of the army.
Okay, although military law is hard to tolerate, Brother Dao Gui has also changed the law during the war. For example, many people in Jiangling City collaborated with the enemy when Huan Qian attacked. Aren't you going to burn them too?
After receiving the letter, everyone in the city was so moved that they have died to this day?"
"Brother Daogui, Brother Huaien, he has been your personal guard for more than ten years. He is extremely loyal and brave. He has suffered many injuries and made countless meritorious deeds in these years of battles. Such a warrior was killed because he lost control for a moment. It is really
It's a pity. The younger brother is willing to accept the punishment together with Brother Huaien, and is willing to receive a hundred military sticks. Moreover, we are willing to be directly incorporated into the camp of these Dongman warriors, fight side by side with them, live and die together. In reality
Action to atone for our sins.”
Tan Zhi also followed up and said: "Brother Daogui, I think this Wu Chang Hu said it very well. The principles of the law are nothing more than human relationships. This is an extraordinary period. They have realized that they were wrong. But let them live a life and allow them to
Only if you take advantage of your guilt and make meritorious service..."
Liu Daogui said categorically: "There is no need to plead, I have made up my mind. The matter of letters in Jiangling City last time is different from this time. The people in the city are not my subordinates. They have received favors from the Huan family for many years, and Huan Qian beat them
When I came back, some of my disciples and former officials secretly communicated with them, which is human nature, so I opened the city gates wide and allowed them to come and go freely. If they were our enemies, they would fight face to face with real swords and guns. If they changed their minds, they would be loyal to us.
It was not Huan Qian who led the Jin Dynasty, so let's forget about it. This was a decision I made in accordance with the laws of the imperial court at that time, and it was not an extrajudicial favor, because when I accepted the official seal of the Jingzhou governor, the instructions given by the imperial court were to capture the hearts and minds of Jingzhou.
The main thing is to give priority to care, and don't kill people at every turn. Zhuge Liang's seven captures of Meng Huo were just such a psychological attack. Could it be that Zhuge Liang also collaborated with the enemy to treason and support the bandits to respect himself?"
Hu Daquan lowered his head and murmured: "My metaphor is inappropriate, I'm sorry, but..."
Liu Daogui waved his hand and interrupted him: "Hu Daquan, your sins are yours, and his sins are his. They are not lumped together, and there is no such thing as meritorious deeds. I have feelings for the reinforcements in other places in Jingzhou."
There are many people who have prejudices, especially those who look down upon these barbarian warriors in the mountains. It is not just you, but also many soldiers and civilians in Jiangling. If you can't bear to let people go shopping in the market for half a day, how can we unite sincerely in the future?
How about joining forces to fight against the enemy? Zhang Huaien, I will support your wife, children, and children as my own family, and your brother Hu Daquan will not be punished until death. He will be punished according to the law. Is there anything else you want to say? "
Zhang Huaien let out a long sigh and said: "It's all Huai'en's fault. I have failed to live up to your expectations, brother Daogui, and also hurt the Dongman soldiers. I only ask brother Daogui to promise me one thing. This is my last request."
Liu Daogui nodded: "If I can help, I will definitely help."
Zhang Huai'en said sternly: "My family is now in Wudi. They all think that it is a very honorable thing for me to serve as a soldier and an officer here. Today I have no chance to kill the enemy and serve the country again. Please tell my family what happened later, Brother Daogui."
At that time, they just said that I died on the battlefield and I didn’t want to let them down.”
Liu Daogui turned his head, wiped the tears from his eyes, and said: "I agree to your request. After you leave, I will buy these two bamboo mats, wrap your body, and personally transport it back to your hometown, Huaien,
My brother, go on your way in peace!"
This chapter has been completed!