Lin Jue and others came on horseback, just in time to see the scene when Sun Dayong killed Xiao Sida. Lin Jue laughed and clapped his hands and praised: "Brother Sun is very skilled, and his martial arts has improved again."
Sun Dayong smiled and said: "This guy's martial arts skills are too weak, not that my subordinates' martial arts skills are high. If I kill him, you won't blame me, sir."
Lin Jue waved his hands and said: "This person is useless, the one who is useful is this one."
Lin Jue pointed at Yelv Shi, who was tied hand and foot horizontally on a horse. Yelv Shi had a piece of cloth stuffed in his mouth and started struggling with a cry.
Sun Dayong cupped his hands and said: "What should we do next?"
Lin Jue said: "Send someone to deliver this man to Yang Jun, and also inform them to send troops to take over the ferry immediately. We will guard the ferry here for the time being. As soon as their people arrive, we will cross the river. The area around Xijin Mansion must have been
The soldiers are ready, let's stand in front of Yang Jun and see if the Liao people have any tricks up their sleeves."
Sun Dayong smacked his lips and said: "My lord is very kind to Yang Jun. I'm afraid Yang Jun won't appreciate it."
Lin Jue smiled and said: "I am not being nice to him, I am doing it for the good of Zhou Dynasty and the people of Zhou Dynasty. If they lose, the people will suffer. Brother Sun, remember my words, righteousness comes first, and you must not do it because of it."
It is a trivial matter and the great righteousness is lost. We will settle the accounts of Yang Jun, Lu Zhongtian, Guo Xu and others later."
Sun Dayong nodded and said: "I understand, and I will immediately order someone to escort Yelv Shi to Zhuozhou."
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In Zhuozhou City, after dark, it entered a carnival night. Yang Jun fulfilled his promise and rewarded the three armies by killing pigs and sheep. Although our side suffered casualties of nearly 6,000 soldiers and horses in this battle, we annihilated more than 40,000 enemies, which was already a high number in a siege battle.
An unbelievable victory. Especially when the opponent was prepared for a strong attack, it was extremely brilliant to achieve such a result. Even taking into account the previous defeat, it could be considered a victory.
Moreover, this was the first battle under the command of Yang Jun. It was clean and neat, and everything was under control. This greatly boosted morale and brought Yang Jun's prestige in the army to its peak. Under such circumstances, how could Yang Jun
Not happy? Rewarding the three armies is actually a celebration for oneself. Although he has rarely led the army in battles over the years, but at this moment, he is still incorruptible. He is still the same person as before, but his opponent has not improved at all. Yang
Jun believed that the Battle of Zhuozhou could indicate that his northern expedition would go smoothly.
Yang Jun made an exception and opened a drinking ban in the army so that all the soldiers could drink and celebrate. Of course, each person was limited to two bowls, but Yang Jun did not get drunk and made them drunk one by one. The role of these two bowls of wine
Just for fun.
In the front yard of the city lord's palace, the fire lit up the lanterns brightly. Hundreds of generals were seated at the table. Yang Jun drank with them one by one with a wine bowl and accepted their congratulations.
"Congratulations to the commander-in-chief for his victory. From now on, our army will go all the way north and sweep across the Liao people. I wish the commander-in-chief great success in advance."
"The commander-in-chief's sword is still young, and the commander-in-chief takes action. How can the Liao people be their opponents? I'm afraid that after the Liao people learn about the situation in Zhuozhou, they will be so scared that they wet their pants."
"Isn't that right? The Liao people are stupid and dare to defend the city. Don't you know that this is the strength of our Zhou army. Isn't it just a trick of their own doing? They say that the Liao people have no brains, but today I found out that it is not a rumor. Hahahaha, it is true.
They are a bunch of brainless people.”
"In front of me, Marshal Yang, the people of Liao are like candlelight to the sun, or fireflies to the bright moon. It is ridiculous to overestimate their own capabilities. This is just the beginning. Next, the marshal will make their jaws drop. In a few days
God, if we take it from the Jijin Mansion, they will cry and beg our marshal."
"..."
"..."
The generals were laughing and joking, and compliments are not too much at this time. Who said that warriors are not good at flattery? Military people are more shameless when flattering than literati, because they are not good at beating around the bush, and flattering people are more straightforward and more direct.
impact.
Yang Jun smiled. He actually resented these flattery words in his heart, but he would not stop them from doing so. Let them say these words, which actually made these generals happy. But Yang Jun himself would not faint.
The leader took those words seriously. He knew how difficult the war ahead would be. But there was no need to ruin the scenery at this moment.
"Today's victory is entirely due to your efforts. I just made some plans. As the saying goes, those who plan well will go far, and those who work hard will succeed. I have planned and you will implement it to the letter. Work together and the soldiers will work together.
Only then will there be victory. Therefore, today's victory is the victory of all the soldiers, and I cannot take all the credit. To be honest, I have already given the court a good report. Those who have contributed in this battle will be rewarded.
It's time to be promoted. I believe there will be an order from the imperial court soon." Yang Jun laughed loudly.
Everyone cheered loudly and thanked him one after another.
Yang Jun waved his hand and said in a deep voice: "There is a person who did a good job in today's battle. On the battlefield, he made meritorious service. I want to toast him with a glass of wine. Where is brother Han Gang?"
In the far corner, Han Gang, dressed as an ordinary soldier, stood up. Everyone looked there and realized that Han Gang was also invited tonight. Han Gang's identity is now only a soldier, which is an intermediate level or above.
He couldn't come to the general's banquet. Obviously this was probably the marshal's arrangement.
Yang Jun walked over with a wine bowl and said with a smile: "Brother Han, I would like to offer you a glass of wine."
Han Gang hurriedly saluted and said, "How dare the guilty general?"
Yang Jun smiled and patted his shoulder and said: "Brother Han, I saw today's battle. If you hadn't been the first to lift the ladder to attack the city, I'm afraid there would have been a repeat. I'm in the rear with Bai.
The deputy commander saw it. It was a turning point in the siege battle. Otherwise, the soldiers would be beaten and confused, and their morale might collapse."
Yang Jun is not exaggerating. At that time, the defensive firepower at the top of the city was fierce, and the siege soldiers were indeed a little confused. If someone started to run away at that time, the entire siege army would collapse instantly. Then the siege would be a lot of trouble.
When the troops and horses collapse and flee, they will inevitably be burned by the opponent, and the losses will be huge. Although Han Gang only raised the first ladder, he undoubtedly raised a flag to continue the attack, which was indeed of great effect.
Han Gang lowered his head and said softly: "The guilty will be ashamed."
Yang Jun smiled and said: "You have been with me for many years, and today it shows that you are still the same as before. Although you have made mistakes, no one has made mistakes. I am very happy to be able to make meritorious deeds. Come and have a drink with me, Commander.
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Yang Jun picked up the wine bowl and took a sip, and Han Gang also hurriedly picked up the wine bowl and took a sip. Yang Jun laughed and said, "In view of your meritorious service, I will absolve you of some of your culpability. From now on, you will go to Pioneer
The cavalry army will serve as deputy general. When you make new achievements, I will reinstate you to your post. You can no longer live up to my expectations."
Han Gang knelt down and kowtowed excitedly, and said loudly: "The marshal treats me like this. If I disappoint the marshal again in my humble position, will I still be a human being? Marshal, don't worry, I will do my best in my humble position and I won't dare to be negligent in the slightest."
In fact, letting Han Gang return to the Pioneer Cavalry Army as a deputy general is equivalent to reinstating his post. The post of cavalry commander is vacant, and now the deputy commander Li Qian is temporarily taking over. Han Gang returns to be a deputy general, wouldn't the others
It's better to listen to him. This is actually equivalent to pardoning Han Gang's sins. When Han Gang realized this, he was naturally grateful.
Yang Jun smiled and pulled Han Gang up, stroking his beard and laughing. For him, this little incident with Han Gang was beneficial. From the beginning, he had no intention of blaming Han Gang seriously. Killing him was just a show.
.Han Gang is his right-hand man, the commander of 80,000 cavalry, Han Gang is the best candidate. Kill Han Gang? What a joke. But Han Gang did rush into defeat, which is really annoying. But through this
Well, Han Gang went back to take charge of the cavalry, but this time it was different from before. After this lesson, Han Gang would be more cautious, and at the same time more grateful to himself. Yang Jun can be sure that Han Gang will be better in the subsequent battles.
You must try your best and never fall behind. Sometimes it seems like a bad thing, but it is actually a good thing. It all depends on how you use and operate it.
Everyone congratulated Han Gang. Yang Jun returned to the table and invited everyone to eat and drink. At this moment, a soldier hurriedly came in from outside. He was a captain from the guard camp beside Yang Jun. He came to Yang Jun and leaned over and whispered.
After a few words, Yang Jun looked shocked and stood up suddenly: "What? Is there such a thing? Where is he?"
"We're already outside the courtyard gate," the team said.
"Take him to Houjin, and I will be here immediately." Yang Jun said in a deep voice.
The team accepted the promise and turned around to leave in a hurry. Yang Jun looked around and saw all the generals looking at him in surprise, so he smiled and said: "Brothers, continue to eat and drink. Although there is not much wine, you can eat the food. I have some business.
If you need to deal with it, leave first."
After saying that, Yang Jun turned around and walked into the hall. The generals didn't know what happened. After getting up to see him off, they all speculated. Some said that there seemed to be a change in the war, and some said that someone had been captured. There was no consensus among the discussions.
Yang Jun hurriedly entered the second room, and someone came to report that the person had been taken to the second room. Yang Jun rushed there immediately, and when he entered the door, he saw a young man in gorgeous clothes with his head tied and gagged.
Yelvshi was on an envoy to the Great Zhou Dynasty. How could Yang Jun not recognize him? Isn't it Yelvshi or who else?
"Who captured him? Where is the person who sent him here?" Yang Jun asked with a frown.
The Guards were saying in a deep voice: "Replying to the Marshal, the people who sent him here left this man at the gate of the north city and left. They only told the defenders at the head of the city that this man was an important figure in the Liao Kingdom, and their master sent him to the Marshal.
They also said that the Sanggan River ferry was under their control. In order to prevent Zhuozhou's fleeing soldiers from destroying the ferry boats, they asked the marshal to send someone to take over immediately. They will take over today.
We left late and no longer guarded the ferry. Colonel Zhang, who was guarding the city, did not dare to delay and immediately reported the matter and sent this man to the city lord's palace."
Yang Jun was shocked and frowned: "Who actually gave me this great gift? Who actually knew how to control the ferry and captured the prince of the Liao Kingdom and gave it to me? This is really strange. Could it be that there is something secretive inside the Liao Kingdom and wants to share it with us?
cooperate?"
"This man...is the prince of the Liao Kingdom?" The guards nearby were all surprised.
