Everyone was laughing to themselves when they suddenly heard a loud "bang" in the main hall, like the sky was falling apart. Everyone looked in shock, but saw that the main body of the blazing Chengtian Hall collapsed in the fire. For a moment, smoke and dust rose into the sky, and flames scattered in all directions.
Overflowing, as if a volcano erupted, the scene was really terrifying. Within a hundred steps, there was a chaos of fireworks. After the collapse, the whole hall was on fire, and the main hall below was also engulfed in flames. If Lin Jue and others were still alive at this moment
If he hadn't escaped inside, he would have been reduced to coke by now. In fact, he would have been roasted and fucked before that. It's scary to think about it.
Everyone hurriedly retreated to avoid suffering the disaster. The flying sparks had already ignited some surrounding vegetation, and might soon spread to other palaces. So Lin Jue immediately ordered everyone to withdraw from the palace. At the same time, he ordered people to cut down the surrounding trees.
Put out small fires to prevent the entire palace from burning down. Although it is not a big deal even if these palaces are burned down, after all, they have condensed a lot of people's blood, sweat and grease, and spent a lot of manpower and material resources to build them.
most.
After a lot of fuss, the morning sun had already reached three poles. Lin Jue, Ma Bin, Sun Dayong, Ma Changqing, Han Gang and others were able to sit down and talk calmly in a large house in the city. Until this moment, Han had just had the opportunity to communicate with Lin Jue.
"Master Han, you were full of questions before. Now it's time for brother to answer you. In fact, there is no need for brother to say more. You should have understood all of this. Yes, everything is Master Lin's plan.
, Lord Lin had already discussed the entire plan with me when we sent troops from Bazhou. When we attacked Zhuozhou, Lord Lin took the brothers from the Luoyan Army to join us. The plan to attack Jin Mansion was also fully planned by Lord Lin.
Plot. We were able to defeat Zhuozhou and Xijin Prefecture, all because of Master Lin's plan. Just because...I was afraid of Mr. Han's misunderstanding, so I didn't report it to you. I hope Mr. Han won't be angry." Ma Qingshan took the lead in saluting Han Gang and expressed
Apologized.
Han Gang was indeed quite unhappy. He had been kept in the dark by Ma Qingshan and Lin Jue from beginning to end. He was like an outsider. Of course he was unhappy. Moreover, he felt that everything seemed to be manipulated by Lin Jue.
From the moment he sent out troops, he seemed to have fallen into Lin Jue's trap. He felt like he was being toyed with. However, his reason told him that Lin Jue did a perfect job. He never dreamed that this time he could achieve such a result.
He sent troops with the intention of dying on the battlefield, but in fact, not only was he alive and well, but he also captured Xijin Mansion. This achievement alone is enough to boast about for a lifetime.
However, Han Gang had his own ideas. He seemed to have guessed Lin Jue's intentions, and he had to express his attitude. When he knew that Lin Jue was behind all this, Han Gang almost understood what Lin Jue wanted to do.
He actually had his own ideas.
"So that's it, let me tell you, Brother Ma uses his troops like a god and commands with determination. I thought that Brother Ma recently got some treasure of military books, and his strategy suddenly became high. But it turned out that it was Mr. Lin who was behind the plan. That's not surprising.
.What kind of person is Master Lin? Of course, I can capture him. However, I am a little curious, why did Master Lin suddenly come to help us? We are soldiers of the Great Zhou Dynasty, and Master Lin seems to have a different stance from us."
Han Gang's words seemed a bit strange, but Lin Jue didn't care. He smiled and cupped his hands and said, "General Han
Army, Lin must give some explanations. I came here because I learned some news about the murder of Privy Yang, and that someone in the court wanted to take the opportunity to kill Zhongliang and control the army. Moreover, the court signed a humiliation agreement with the Liao people.
The treaty has obviously fallen into the Liao people's plan to divide them. How can I sit back and watch. Therefore, the purpose of coming here is to destroy the Liao people's attempt, and the second is to save my general Zhou Zhongliang. My position is actually different from yours.
What a big difference, I am doing it for Da Zhou’s good, and so are you.”
Han Gang said with a sneer on his face: "If that's the case, why did you hide it from me? Are you worried that your attempt to rebel against General Ma will be discovered by me? I'm afraid you know in your heart that only by persuading General Ma can you pass him.
Come and convince me. You have worked hard."
Lin Jue laughed and said: "General Han, I kept it from you just to make things go more smoothly, because I know that General Han is biased against me. I had a long talk with Mr. Han a few months ago, and I
I know that General Han is a loyal, brave and upright man who is unwilling to change his position easily. Therefore, in order to avoid unnecessary trouble, I have discussed with Brother Ma and will not tell you the truth for the time being. However, none of the words Brother Ma advised you are true.
Lie. You received the imperial edict to go to the capital. In fact, someone wants to kill all of you Yang Jun's cronies. There is something fishy in the peace agreement between the Liao and the Zhou Dynasty. Some people killed people with borrowed knives and colluded with the Liao people to kill Yang Jun.
The purpose of the Liao Renhe Conference was not for peace, but to stabilize the Zhou Dynasty, free up his hands to destroy the Jurchens, and implement various strategies to defeat them. None of these things are lies to you. The reason why General Han
Didn't you also see these tricks when you agreed to send troops with General Ma and take risks?"
Han Gang said in a deep voice: "Indeed, I agree with the things Ma Qingshan and I analyzed, but the fact that you, Mr. Lin, are involved in it makes people confused. I suspect that you have other motives."
Lin Jue smiled and said, "What purpose can I have?"
Han Gang said: "Do you want to win us over to join your Luoyan Army? So you encouraged us to send troops and helped us capture Zhuozhou and Xijin Prefecture, just to make us feel grateful? From this, you can persuade us to join your Luoyan Army, right?
What?"
Lin Jue smiled and said: "General Han, since you have made this clear, I will not deny it. Our Luoyan Army welcomes General Han, General Ma and all the brothers to join us. From now on, we will fight side by side to protect our country. General Han thinks
how?"
Han Gang laughed loudly and said: "As expected, I guessed it right. When you treat others politely, you must have a purpose. Mr. Lin is an honest person, and he doesn't shy away from it. You had the intention to win over me, Han Gang, this time, naturally you thought
I will definitely join you, right?"
Lin Jue smiled and said: "General Han, the Great Zhou Dynasty has reached a period of crisis. At this time, we must stand up and do something. Our Luoyan Army is the military force of the Great Zhou Dynasty, so naturally we cannot stand idle. But our Luoyan Army lacks strength.
, we really need to recruit talented people. We lack the most leading generals like General Han. I do love talents. If General Han is willing to join us, he will be of great benefit to us. General Han doesn’t want me either.
The Great Zhou Dynasty fell under the ravages of the Liao people or other places, and I don’t want the Great Zhou Dynasty to decline and the people to suffer. Therefore, I think General Han will definitely not refuse."
Han Gang chuckled and said: "Master Lin's eloquence is indeed good, but I am afraid that this matter will disappoint you. I have no intention of joining Luoyan
Army, on the contrary, I would like to advise Master Lin and the brothers of the Luoyan Army to put aside their old grudges and join hands with the imperial court when the country is in crisis. With Master Lin's ability, he can turn the tide and achieve immortal feats. Today, we captured Xijin Mansion, and the imperial court
I will be delighted to be rewarded. This is the best opportunity for Master Lin and your Luoyan Army to serve the court again. Han can report to the court and state that this battle is the result of you, Lin Jue, and the brothers of the Luoyan Army. The court will certainly forgive Master Lin.
What do you think of Mr. Lin’s previous actions?”
As soon as this statement came out, everyone was stunned and dumbfounded. Ma Bin couldn't help but cursed: "What nonsense are you talking about? Asking us to work hard for Guo Xu and Lu Zhongtian? Are you crazy?"
Liang Qi also scolded: "Han Gang, who do you think you are? My master gave you face and asked you to join our Luoyan Army. But you said these words. My master is also your savior after all, and he is here this time too.
I came to save you and show you a clear path. Are you stupid or foolish?"
Ma Qingshan also frowned and said nothing. He didn't expect Han Gang to be so stubborn and say such words at this time. In the final analysis, did Han Gang disagree with Luoyan Army from his heart, or did he general Lin
Jue and others regard him as a traitor. This is really inappropriate.
Lin Jue waved his hand to stop everyone from talking, and only smiled and said: "Master Han, I will not force you to join our Luoyan Army. My brothers in the Luoyan Army are all like-minded people, and there has never been any talk of force. We really need General Han to be like this.
He is a leading leader, but he is not indispensable. If we cooperate, we will go together, if not, we will go. There is no idea of forcing. General Han, don’t force yourself just because I have saved you. However, I must make it clear to you.
The imperial court could no longer accommodate General Han. Once Yang Jun died, the military, political and financial power of the imperial court had been monopolized by Lu Zhongtian. Lu Zhongtian was most likely the driving force behind Yang Jun's murder, and he might have colluded with the Liao people. And you, General Han
He also led his troops to take risks and disobeyed the imperial court's orders, which was actually tantamount to rebellion. General Han wants to turn back now, but I'm afraid it's already too late."
Han Gang said in a deep voice: "That is my business. I am not afraid of death. I sent out troops and had no intention of returning alive."
Ma Qingshan couldn't help but said: "Master Han, why are you so stubborn? Can't you see that Master Lin and the Luoyan Army are our hope for the Great Zhou Dynasty? The imperial court is about to collapse, why should we remain loyal to you and me?
Of course you don’t fear death when you send troops, but wouldn’t it be better if you could use your useful body to save the situation?”
Han Gang frowned and said: "Brother Ma, I understand what you are saying. But I think that after we take over Xijin Mansion, the imperial court may change its mind. This is the opportunity for the imperial court to change. You and I should try our best to promote the imperial court's change."
.After the capture of Zhuozhou and Xijin Prefecture, the situation changed drastically. I will report to the court to explain the whole story and request the court to send troops to attack the Liao Dynasty. At this moment, the Liao people's door is wide open. This is the best opportunity to take advantage of the northern expedition. Don't you think so?
?”
Lin Juewen understood Han Gang's thoughts instantly after hearing this. It turned out that the reason why Han Gang was determined not to join the Luoyan Army was that he thought he had seen hope. He thought that after capturing Zhuozhou and Xijin Prefecture, the court would benefit from the de facto peace.
The peace agreement between the Liao people was ruined, and they captured Xijin Mansion, a blocker to the north, so they changed their tactics and simply ordered a northern expedition. Han Gang, on the other hand, made up for his fault by capturing Xijin Mansion, and would not be punished by the court.
After working on it for a long time, Han Gang had such hope. This was really too naive.
