Zhang Yi was filled with emotion. He built this city with his own hands and put countless efforts into it, but this city does not belong to him, it belongs to all the people.
General Wang paid a military salute to Zhang Yi, which is a sign of respect for the victor and the brave, and is the highest etiquette among soldiers.
The soldiers of the Northwest Army saluted Zhang Yi one after another, but General Liu Guangda stood there lonely, like a stone statue, but no one came to see him. He completely failed in this war and violated the king's original will.
He is destined to be punished by the king.
Brothers Zhang Yi looked at each other and were very moved. They immediately put down their murderous intentions. Real soldiers can fight with all their might, but when they put down their weapons, they should give the other party due respect.
"You are all brave and worthy of admiration."
Zhang Yi said, returning the military salute to the soldiers of the Northwest Army.
At this point, the hatred between the two sides dissipated, and all that lingered in my heart was mourning for the victims, and great regret.
Xiao Han galloped over on horseback and passed through the vast camp.
When he saw the fierce fighting, it suddenly stopped. Yi Ge and others had not even reached the outside of the city when they knew the fighting was over.
Xiao Han couldn't wait to run over.
The five brothers hugged each other tightly, too excited to say a word. They all tried hard to restrain themselves from shedding tears in the spotlight.
A veteran of the Northwest Army walked up to Zhang Yi and begged in a trembling voice.
"Brother Zhang Yi, we haven't eaten for two days... Our wounded are about to starve to death..."
Zhang Yi nodded, looked at the dark and staggering soldiers of the Northwest Army in front of him, and said loudly.
"Every one of you will have food, and every one of your wounded will be taken care of, I promise!"
The soldiers of the Northwest Army couldn't help but cheer, completely ignoring the feelings of General Liu Guangda. This guy only knew how to frantically order the attack, without considering whether the soldiers were hungry or thirsty or suffering from pain.
Seeing this scene and seeing their sworn brother being respected by the enemy, the people of Mopan City were all moved. Everyone knew that the culprit was not the soldiers, but the commander.
Under Zhang Yi's order, the people brought out cattle and sheep and brought out grain to feed the exhausted army.
The wounded were gathered together, and doctors from the city came to treat them.
In the wasteland, people from both sides mingled together. At first, they kept a straight face and did not talk to each other. However, after getting familiar with each other, communication gradually began.
Piles of bonfires were lit, smoke curled up, and the aroma of barbecue filled the battlefield not long ago. People from both sides sat together and shared food.
General Liu Guangda sat blankly on a big rock, he was isolated.
General Wang handed him a roast leg of lamb and gave him a gourd of wine. General Liu Guangda did not refuse, taking it in his hand and wolfing it down.
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"What? How is it possible? My sworn brother wants to go to Chang'an alone?"
The news spread among the people.
People were surprised and couldn't accept it. Isn't this a condition for peace talks?
At this moment, Zhang Yi was in the big tent in the city, together with his brothers, inviting General Wang to drink and asking about the situation.
I saw a large number of people coming, calling for my sworn brother, and trying to persuade him not to do this. He couldn't take the risk alone.
Many people even knelt on the ground, crying and begging, hoping that Zhang Yi would stay in the city and people would be willing to live and die with him.
"My fellow countrymen," Zhang Yi explained, "I am not forced to go to Chang'an to see King Liu Kai. I am going to go on my own. I must meet and talk with King Liu Kai."
"Please rest assured, our king has no ill intentions." General Wang also assured.
But who knows, Chang'an is so far away, and for people who have never traveled far away, it seems like it is far away. Zhang Yi goes alone, whether there will be an accident, and whether he can come back is a huge question mark
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Endless sorrow and desolation enveloped Mopan City, making men, women, old and young extremely sad.
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In the evening, more than a hundred leaders including the five Zhang Yi brothers, Song Laohei, Zhang Ping'an, Anu, Yue Ya'er, Li Guaizi, Hu Tiejiang, village owners, and heads of people's homes gathered at the General's Mansion to listen to Zhang's speech.
Yi made arrangements before leaving.
Everyone's expressions were solemn, as if they were lost. In this defense battle, everyone tried their best and stuck to their posts, ensuring that there were no problems in every link.
Zhang Yi gave the highest praise to everyone's efforts.
"No one is more united and works together than us, so we successfully defended Mopan City despite the lack of soldiers and weapons. The credit belongs to everyone in Mopan City." Zhang Yi said, "This is the best.
The result is that there is no greater victory than this!"
"This is a huge miracle, Yi Ge, it was you who led us to victory," Song Laohei sighed, "The people don't know, but I know that there are conditions for the armistice and withdrawal, that is, Yi Ge has to
Go to Chang'an alone."
"Why did they let Yi'er go?" Zhang Ping'an asked angrily.
"They still want to kidnap Brother Yi and force us to surrender." Li Guaizi told the truth, "Actually, Brother Yi, you are just going to be a hostage. If Liu Kai captures you, it is equivalent to grabbing our throats. You can't be fooled.
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Suddenly the crowd became furious, and everyone present objected. Niu Ben and Shi Gandang jumped up and roared, "If the fight continues, who is afraid of whom? Why should they let their sworn brother take the risk?"
"Calm down!" Zhang Yi asked everyone to calm down and said resolutely, "I have to go!"
Zhang Yi told everyone that there would be no future if we conquered it. It would only destroy the city and people. Old China was so powerful that no one city could withstand it. Besides, in addition to considering the way out of Mopan City, Zhang Yi also considered the future of China.
future.
Winning a big victory now is the best opportunity to convince Liu Kai that it is wise to accept it as soon as possible. Zhang Yi wants to persuade Liu Kai that military expansion will only cause the nation to suffer severe suffering and even sink into the abyss.
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"You continue to hold on to Mopan City. As long as Mopan City is safe and sound, I will not be in any danger." Zhang Yi pointed out this point.
It took Zhang Yi several hours and repeated persuasion before the leaders reluctantly accepted the reality. Then, he asked the leaders to go back and persuade the people.
Chang'an had to go, so Zhang Yi decided to go alone and not let any brothers accompany him.
Xiaolong is responsible for commanding Mopan City, and Niu Ben, Xiao Han, Shi Gandang and others cooperate and the most correct choice is to stick to Mopan City.
In the end, the brothers had to accept Zhang Yi's arrangement.
"Brother Yi, we believe in your ability and respect your decision," Xiaolong said solemnly, "but you might as well tell Liu Kai that if anything happens to you, we will kill to Chang'an and die together with Liu Kai."
"Yes, I will find Liu Kai, no matter where he is hiding!" Xiao Han gritted his teeth.
"Even if I become a ghost, I will tear him into pieces!" Niu Ben shouted.
"If something happens to my sworn brother, none of us will survive unless we fight them desperately!" Shi Gandang shouted.
Zhang Yi nodded, feeling extremely moved. With these good brothers and so many people who trust him and support him, this life is enough!