The general of the Yuan army guarding Ningguo Road was named Bie Buhua, and he also had a deputy, a Han Chinese named Yang Zhongying... Faced with the surging Zhu army, the two people discussed it for a while and immediately formulated a plan to fight to the death.
"I have been greatly favored by the emperor, and as a Mongolian, I have no other choice but to risk my life to serve my country!" Bie Buhua immediately revealed his heart.
Yang Zhongying was deeply moved and also said: "The red thief is rebellious, instigates chaos, seizes people's property, and his sins are heinous. The red thief and I are incompatible with each other!"
He even pulled out an arrow and broke it on the spot.
Bu Buhua was greatly moved and said, "Okay! The two of us work together and we are invincible! I will immediately mobilize the Mongolian army, and you must also mobilize the local braves to fight to the death."
Yang Zhongying immediately agreed. After the two of them struggled, a total of more than 30,000 people gathered in Xuancheng. They actively built a defense line and hoarded many rolling logs, stones, and equipment to defend the city.
He also ordered his subordinates to patrol day and night without slacking off at all.
The enemy was well prepared, and Zhu Yuanzhang was also heading south in a hurry. Before it was bright, he broke camp and marched towards the south.
While we were marching, Xu Da suddenly sent people, saying that they were blocked by Mongolian soldiers and horses. The two sides fought fiercely, each suffering injuries.
After Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, he just said lightly: "I know!"
Immediately afterwards, Chang Yuchun sent someone to deliver a message, saying that he had encountered many enemy scouts, and he was afraid that there was an ambush ahead, and asked the superior to make a decision.
Lao Zhu remained silent once again and gave no special orders.
The whole army continued to move forward. At this time, the sky was bright and the red sun was gushing out. A beam of rays of rays of light shone on the red flag of the Zhu Jiajun, which was particularly dazzling.
Zhang Ximeng, who had been marching here since midnight, was taking a breather on his horse. Lao Zhu saw this and couldn't help but said: "Are you tired, sir?"
Zhang Ximeng shook his head and said with a smile: "My Lord is calm and composed. The two commanders Xu and Chang will naturally have ways to defeat the enemy. Since there is nothing to do, I can't help but feel a little sleepy."
"Sir, you really hit the nail on the head. We are a hundred times more confident in this battle!" Lao Zhu said, and suddenly said: "Sir, can you compose poetry?"
"Won't!"
Zhang Ximeng said simply: "Lord, I was very stupid when I was a child. My father is full of poetry, but I can't learn it."
Lao Zhu looked at Zhang Ximeng. He was quite surprised. However, in the past few years, it seemed that Zhang Ximeng had never written a poem. Lao Zhu suddenly became interested. He looked up at the morning glow and thought about the march.
Zhu Yuanzhang's heart moved, and he couldn't help reining in his horse, and said with a smile: "Sir, we suddenly remembered a few words, just because we are afraid of being embarrassed and making people laugh!"
What?
Zhu Yuanzhang wants to write poetry?
Zhang Ximeng was shocked. Although he knew that Lao Zhu was very smart and studied hard, his foundation was too weak after all. He could actually write poetry in just a few years?
Don't be like Dashuai Zhang's jingle, right?
If that were the case, it would be really embarrassing.
"My lord is so talented, his poetry must be excellent... I wonder if my lord can tell me about it first?" Zhang Ximeng's meaning is very clear. I will check it for you. If it doesn't work, let's not be embarrassed as soon as possible.
Lao Zhu nodded slightly, paused again, and then said: "I am busy collecting clothes and whipping my whip quickly. When I look back, the moon hangs beside the willow branches; the dew does not turn into rain at two or three o'clock, and seven or eight stars are still in the sky. The sound of chickens in Maodian
When people pass by each other, the barking dogs in the bamboo fence startle the guests to sleep; when the hibiscus day comes, the mountains and rivers of Sheji are in front of us."
Zhu Yuanzhang read eight sentences without hesitation, then looked back at Zhang Ximeng and found that Mr. Zhang was dumbfounded and speechless.
As for that?
Is it that bad?
"Ahem, sir, do you really have no redeeming qualities at all?"
Only then did Zhang Ximeng wake up from his surprise and quickly shook his head: "My lord, you got the wrong answer. I was surprised by your lord's literary talent. I never expected that my lord's entry into the country was so fast. It won't be long before he is a poet."
, you can also achieve extraordinary things!”
Zhang Ximeng is really not bragging... Although Lao Zhu's poem is far from outstanding and even has many uses, it is already remarkable!
Especially the best two sentences are definitely quite regal!
The poems are graceful and bold, but no matter how bold a poet is, they don't have the air of an emperor... Although Liu Bang didn't read, he could vividly interpret the emperor's air and the thoughts of the common people with his sentence "A warrior is guarding the four directions".
And Zhu Yuanzhang's two sentences, if read carefully, are really quite artistic... The army marching south is like a red sun rising from the east. The great country and country are in front of you, waiting for the heroic master to get it at your fingertips!
"Wonderful! My lord's poems are indeed wonderful!" Zhang Ximeng praised from the bottom of his heart: "If my lord was born in a peaceful and wealthy family, he would most likely be a romantic and talented man, a famous poet and calligrapher!"
"Hahaha!" Lao Zhu couldn't help but laugh, he was really good at flattering... But this is true, why can't we be Li Bai and Du Fu!
"It's a pity that we were born in troubled times, and our family is miserable. We can only pick up the sword and leap on the horse to fight for peace. We are destined to miss this wealth and glory!"
Lao Zhu shook his head, put aside the matter of composing poems, and hurried forward. After walking for a while, he said: "Sir, why don't we worry about Xu Da and Chang Yuchun?"
Zhang Ximeng said: "These two are both fierce generals in the world. There are no famous generals in the small Ningguo. What's more, the people's support is with me. No matter how you look at it, they are sure of it. There is no need to worry."
Zhu Yuanzhang shook his head this time, "Sir, this may not be true. Although the victory is certain, it still depends on how long the fight lasts and how much power is consumed. If the city cannot be broken for a long time and countless losses are incurred, even if the battle is won, it will be no different from losing.
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Zhang Ximeng was startled. What Lao Zhu said was profound. It means that strategically, you can despise the enemy, but tactically, you must pay attention to the enemy. Only in this way can you win a clean victory.
Lao Zhu’s realm has indeed improved very quickly!
Since seizing Jinling and establishing a posture of seizing control of the southeast, Lao Zhu began to judge the situation from the level of an emperor, which was indeed outstanding.
"My lord, isn't it possible that you are already sure of everything?"
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and said, "Sir, you are really smart."
With that said, Zhu Yuanzhang handed his right sleeve to Zhang Ximeng, and a letter fell out of the sleeve. Zhang Ximeng took it in his hand. The person who wrote the letter turned out to be Bi Buhua!
This Mongolian general is actually going to submit to Zhu Yuanzhang?
Zhang Ximeng unfolded the letter and looked at it, and it was indeed like this.
Bie Buhua spoke in a humble tone, saying that even though he was a Mongolian, he still knew where the righteousness lay. The Yuan Dynasty was about to run out of power, so Marshal Zhu obeyed nature and cared about the people. Even Mongolians could receive preferential treatment. He was indeed a benevolent and righteous king.
He was willing to surrender for the sake of his subordinates and the people of Xuancheng.
I just ask Marshal Zhu to open his eyes and give me a way to survive. I am so compassionate and grateful.
When Zhang Ximeng saw this, he couldn't help but nod, "My lord, you're not ostentatious, but you're also sensible. It's best if he's willing to surrender... But he also said in the letter that Yang Zhongying is a hard-headed person. The Yang family has industry, and
With a large population, he will definitely fight the lord to the bitter end and will not surrender. He is willing to capture Yang Zhongying for the lord, so this person is quite interesting."
Lao Hu smiled calmly and said: "This matter is indeed very interesting, we can just watch it slowly."
Zhang Ximeng was slightly surprised. Lao Zhu's performance was a bit unpredictable. The opponent's general had already surrendered. Instead of striking while the iron was hot and capturing Xuancheng, he still wanted to watch?
Is it possible that Yang Zhongying will also surrender?
If that's the case, then what's the point of guarding Xuancheng?
Just open the city gate and welcome Lao Zhu.
Zhang Ximeng couldn't help but be a little curious. As they went south, Xu Da and Chang Yuchun received more and more good news. Both of them successfully dispersed the Yuan army and were getting closer and closer to Xuancheng.
Xu Da was already approaching about 20 miles away. He ordered his men to prepare siege equipment and planned to attack Xuancheng by force. Chang Yuchun was also actively preparing for the battle and wanted to kill him quickly.
It was only at this moment that Zhu Yuanzhang gave the two of them the order to stay put for the time being.
But even so, Xuancheng was already in chaos.
Many representatives of wealthy families went to Yang Zhongying's military camp and begged.
"The red thieves are rebellious and do all kinds of evil. We must not let them in!"
Yang Zhongying nodded with a sullen face and said: "Don't worry, I know the plan of the Zhu thieves. Letting them in is tantamount to asking for death. I will fight to the end and would rather die than allow the Zhu thieves to enter the city... It's just that I have too little money and food."
, I’m afraid that I have the intention to kill the thief, but I haven’t been able to catch him!”
These wealthy businessmen looked at it and all of them thought of three words: More money is needed!
"It's easy to say, everything is easy to say. We are willing to contribute 50,000 taels of silver and 50,000 shi of grain to supply the army."
Yang Zhongying was slightly surprised, what a big deal, these businessmen have really deep pockets!
"Thank you very much. Don't worry, my brothers and I will fight to the end and live and die with Ningguo!"
Yang Zhongying's impassioned speech finally reassured several businessmen, and within two hours, everything they promised was delivered.
The subordinates hurriedly ran to Yang Zhongying, "Brothers are all ruthless, let's share it with everyone! I'm full, it's easy to fight! I'll be a well-fed ghost even if I die!"
"Fart! If you want to die, go now. There is no need to talk nonsense with me!" Yang Zhongying yelled, and his subordinates were confused and ignorant. Did I say something wrong?
Is this all your fault?
Yang Zhongying was so angry that he had never seen such a stupid person, "Give me an order to seal up all food and silver. If there is less, I will chop your head off!"
After the subordinates were convinced, they did not dare to refute and could only go on obediently.
As soon as the person left, Yang Zhongying breathed a sigh of relief. With this gift, maybe his life could be saved.
But it seems that’s not enough!
You have to make a great contribution. What is the greatest contribution?
Yes, if you catch me, don’t be arrogant!
Take the head of this Mongolian thief and ask Marshal Zhu for credit!
This matter must be done quickly, and the dog Tatars must not be aware of it. Yang Zhongying immediately ordered his five hundred cronies, and took no one else with him. He rushed to Biebuhua's mansion at lightning speed, preparing to catch the turtle in the jar.
But just when Yang Zhongying took action, the west gate of Xuancheng quietly opened. Bu Buhua stood on the suspension bridge and bowed to Xu Da, "Commander Xu, the thief Yang Zhongying doesn't know yet! Hurry in and arrest him.