Chapter 1345: Shen Tang arrives in Lizhou and sees Zhang Jun again
Chapter 1345: Shen Tang arrives in Lizhou and meets Zhang Jun again
A troop of soldiers and horses came in force and broke into the camp! When the leader, Shen Tang, saw the people coming in front, he immediately stood up and dismounted!
"We will meet again later, my lord!"
Shen Tang nodded and asked, "How is Zhang Shuai doing now?"
Shen Tang went all the way west, not daring to delay at all! Originally, Xiangyang City was naturally relatively close to Sizhou, but Shen Tang went all the way west, bypassing Xiangyang City and heading straight to Lizhou!
This was not something he made on his own, but he had already discussed the matter with Zhao Shen before leaving.
Of the two battlefields now, compared to the Xiangyang area, the Lizhou area is obviously more important and more dangerous! Moreover, as long as the risks in the Fengxiang Mansion area are eliminated, then troops and horses are mobilized and Xiangyang City is gathered, relying on the natural resources of Xiangyang City You can be safe and worry-free! Therefore, Zhao Shen did not object to Shen Tang’s proposal.
However, there is some selfishness on the part of Shen Tang!
It's not that he didn't dare to fight Wanyan Hao, but he had already decided to teach the Lieyang Army in Xiangyang City a lesson!
Some things have just passed, but they do not mean forgotten. Shen Tang will never forget the feeling of powerlessness he felt when facing the Lieyang Army!
Maybe a little selfish, but Shen Tang prides himself on not being a person who refuses to retaliate! He could go through life and death for the Song Dynasty, so why should he be wronged?
Therefore, Shen Tang directly ordered the soldiers and horses in Xiangyang City to continue to garrison, and then went straight to Lizhou!
Although Shen Tang and his party were quite large in number, they were all cavalry, and they were one person with two horses, so the speed of their march was naturally not slow!
In addition, there is no need to carry food and grass along this journey, and they only need to replenish it at any time along the way. Therefore, the group of people set out on the road lightly, more than ten days earlier than the original time, and only arrived at the beginning of April. Arrive in Lizhou.
On the way here, he got the news that Wu Lin had died in battle! Regarding this matter, Shen Tang felt a little heartbroken and sad!
Shen Tang was extremely opposed to Wu Lin's initiative to send troops northward. It could even be said that the current crisis in the Song Dynasty was entirely due to Wu Lin! However, Shen Tang did not have any sympathy for Wu Lin. Hatred, even, my heart is full of reverence and admiration!
For such a person, you may disagree with his actions, but you cannot disrespect his personality!
After fighting for a lifetime, he protected the Sichuan and Sichuan areas for decades for the Song Dynasty, so that the Song Dynasty had no worries on the Western Front! Such a person may make mistakes, but he is worth remembering by everyone! Moreover, Shen Tang was also worried about Zhang Jun!
Zhang Jun also fought for half his life and suffered many injuries. The death of his old friend this time will definitely bring great sorrow to Zhang Jun! Therefore, after receiving the news, Shen Tang worked hard and even killed Cheng Yuhu's large group. After arriving at the rear, they directly led the Wei army on their backs and rushed over first.
In the original historical trajectory, Zhang Jun should have died, but in this life, perhaps because the Northern Expedition did not completely fail, and with the existence of Shen Tang, Zhang Jun felt much more relaxed. Therefore, although he dare not say that he is strong now, , but at least it’s still healthy!
Shen Tang was only afraid that Zhang Jun would be too sad this time because of Wu Lin's death!
If Wu Lin's death made Shen Tang sad, then if Zhang Jun died, Shen Tang would find it difficult to accept it!
For Shen Tang, Zhang Jun is not only his boss, but also one of his guides! Moreover, Shen Tang knows very well that the reason why he has been able to reach a high position smoothly and can even develop freely outside is at least one reason. Zhang Jun deserves only half of the credit! Because of their friendship at that time, Zhang Jun and Shi Hao strongly supported Shen Tang above the court. Otherwise, although Shen Tang had made great achievements, he was criticized by some people. , I am afraid that even Zhao Shen would have difficulty getting him to his current position.
Therefore, Shen Tang and Zhang Jun are obviously much closer.
"Don't worry, sir. Zhang Shuai is in the big tent now. Although he is a little sad because of the death of Commander Wu Lin, the situation is still good now! The general will lead you over now!"
Shen Tang nodded and followed Bi Zaiyu towards the direction of the Chinese army's tent.
Not long after, the two of them walked to the big tent!
"You stay here, I will go in alone!"
Shen Tang said to Bi Zaiyu.
Bi Zaiyu naturally had no objection. If Zhang Jun and Wu Lin were the objects of his admiration, then Shen Tang was his idol and belief! Although he belonged to Shao Hongyuan's subordinates, he was equally respectful to Shen Tang.
"The general will obey your orders!"
Bi Zaiyu bowed and then stayed outside the tent, acting as a guard for Shen Tang and the others!
Shen Tang stepped forward and entered the big tent!
"Zhang Xiang!"
Seeing Zhang Jun's relatively calm face and mood, Shen Tang felt a little relieved!
"You came?
sit down!"
Zhang Jun took a long breath and then slowly spoke.
Shen Tang stepped forward, sat across from Zhang Jun, and then said, "I have learned the news of Wu Lin's death, but I think that Commander Wu Lin has no regrets, so I ask Mr. Zhang to express my condolences! There are many people on the West Road. Soldiers and horses, and Prime Minister Zhang are also needed!"
Zhang Jun was silent for a moment, and then nodded, "I don't feel much sadness about Tang Qing's death! In fact, I had already anticipated what would happen today before this! For Tang Qing, this victory or defeat does not matter. It’s not important, what’s important is that we have to fight this battle! Although the defeat may be a little hard to accept, I have no regrets for Tang Qing!”
"Furthermore, Tang Qing and I are already in old age, so death cannot be considered young! Being able to die on the battlefield is considered a blessing!"
"For this guy, it would be even more difficult to accept if he really died of illness on his bed.
But now, he can go with tens of thousands of men under his command. Even if he is underground, he has no regrets!"
"call!"
Seeing Zhang Jun so open-minded, Shen Tang couldn't help but feel relieved!
"Xiang Zhang, shall I go to pay homage to Commander Wu Lin now?"
Now that I'm here, as a junior, I naturally want to go!
However, Zhang Jun said, "Don't worry, the soldiers and horses under this guy's command will guard his tomb for some time! You can go there in two or three days, but if you go now, it will be a little inconvenient!"
With that said, he picked up the letter on the table and handed it to Shen Tang, "This is the letter the guy left for you. You should read it first!"
Shen Tang took it over in surprise, Wu Lin would actually leave a handwritten note for him?
Opening the letter, Shen Tang lowered his head and looked down, only to see written on it, "I have heard of your name Shen Tang for a long time. I originally wanted to meet you, but the timing was unlucky. I guess I don't have the opportunity or time. Maybe, this is the only thing I regret..."