Originally, when he had just learned that His Majesty had sent a young man over, Yuan Keli had some ideas in his heart, but he would not refuse or resist.

After all, I've been mixed in officialdom for so many years, what big fish and small fish haven't I seen?

Your Majesty didn't want to send a young man over, even if he sent a prison guard, it would be a normal thing.

Yuan Keli's subordinates heard some gossip, and it is said that His Majesty asked this Sun Chuanting to come to Yuan Keli's side in order to follow and learn.

This made Yuan Keli a little curious, what kind of young man is he who can make His Majesty value him so much?

After coming into contact with Sun Chuanting these days, Yuan Keli couldn't help but sigh that this young man was really a talent.

"My lord, there is Guiyang ahead. The person who had just inquired about the news had returned, and Li Biao, the governor of Guizhou, had already gathered his men and horses to prepare to support Sichuan. Sun Chuanting rode his horse in front of Yuan Keli.

"According to the news received along the way, the situation in Sichuan is not very good, and Chongqing and Chengdu are besieged. The rebels attacked in all directions, tens of thousands of rebel soldiers were divided into several ways to capture everywhere, and Yu Chongming personally led people to attack Chongqing, and the situation was very urgent. ”

Yuan Keli looked at Sun Chuanting with inquiring eyes, and asked loudly, "What do you think?" ”

After thinking about it, Sun Chuanting solemnly said the words that he had been thinking about for a long time in his heart: "The lower officials think that the thief will capture the king first." Since luxury Chongming is in Chongqing, let's go straight to Chongqing. ”

"Although he has a huge reputation, I don't believe that he has hundreds of thousands of horses. If we send a small number of elites, carrying dry food, and marching straight to Chongqing, Xia Guan believes that there will be a harvest. ”

"As long as Chongqing is pacified in the First World War, the rest of the rebels will be nothing more than a rabble. Judging from the current situation, there are not many people in Chongqing. ”

Yuan Keli glanced at Sun Chuanting with appreciation, he was worthy of being a young man, and he was really bold.

He looked at Sun Chuanting and continued to ask with a gentle smile, "If you are asked to go, how many people do you need?" ”

"Five thousand people behind him, plus five thousand wolf soldiers, is enough." Sun Chuanting said calmly.

Walking all the way, Yuan Keli certainly knew what the quality of the five thousand people behind him was.

To tell the truth, he has led troops for many years, and he has seen a lot of border troops and armies in the court, but there is really no such good as the 5,000 people behind him.

First of all, physically, these people are really tall and strong.

Yuan Keli saw them take off their clothes, and their bodies were full of pimple flesh, and they were very strong. And when selecting soldiers, obviously their height was also taken into account, and there was no height less than 5 feet 5 inches. (Zhou Zhou drooled Note: One foot in the Ming Dynasty is 31.1 cm now, and he is 5 feet 5 inches tall.) It's about 1.7 meters. ）

With this figure, at first glance, it is a proper elite.

Looking at the equipment on these people, all the armor is cast in one piece, and the plate armor on the chest is light, has high defense, and the sword is sharp, which can be said to be very good equipment.

Other than that, they are all equipped with steel crossbows. This thing is not deformed in hot weather, has a fast rate of fire, high accuracy, and can play a very big role in street battles in the city or in the mountains and forests.

In addition to this, these people are also equipped with the latest firecrackers of the imperial court. Self-made firecrackers can be used even if it rains today, as long as the gunpowder is not damp. There are also paper-shelled bullets wrapped in kraft paper.

At the same time, each squad also has a small light steel cannon, which can shoot scattered bullets or live ammunition, and can also open flower shells. Although the range is only 500 paces, in a place like the southwest, this is a treasure.

Yuan Keli didn't expect Sun Chuanting to focus on these centaurs behind him for the first time.

In fact, Yuan Keli knew that what Sun Chuanting said was a good idea, after all, the situation in the southwest is very chaotic now, and sending people to attack Chongqing is indeed a very good choice, although it is risky, it is worth a try.

However, Yuan Keli also had concerns, these five thousand people were not ordinary soldiers. This is His Majesty's personal guard, it is said that it was trained by Qi Jin, and at the same time it is Qi Jin's son who leads the troops, if you lose most of it, how can you explain to Your Majesty when you go back?

There is also this Sun Chuanting in front of him, this is the young handsome man that His Majesty likes. His Majesty asked Sun Chuanting to study by his side, hoping to become a talent one day, that is to say, His Majesty wants to use him as a reserve force, which will be used in the future.

If Sun Chuanting dies in Chongqing, how will he explain to His Majesty when he goes back?

This is where Yuan Keli hesitated, but he didn't show it, he still looked at Sun Chuanting, and said slowly: "Sending strange soldiers to Chongqing does have the effect of a surprise attack. However, if the battle is not defeated, it will inevitably lose the soldiers and generals, and at the same time, it will also damage the military prestige of the imperial court. So sinister, not advisable. ”

"It's better to dispatch the surrounding soldiers to fight steadily, since the number of extravagant Chongming's troops is not large, then fight slowly little by little, although it will take a little more time, but it is safe." Yuan Keli looked like "I'm old, I don't want to take risks".

Sun Chuanting on the side was in a hurry, he tightened the reins in his hand, and hurriedly said: "My lord, we can wait, but the people of Chongqing can't wait, and the people of Chengdu can't wait." They are now surrounded by rebels and we can't wait any longer! ”

"Only by letting them know that reinforcements have arrived will they have the confidence to hold on. At the same time, as long as the reinforcements arrive at the city of Chongqing, it doesn't matter if they can't defeat Yu Chongming in the face of a small setback, just stay in place and wait for reinforcements. When the inside and outside are combined, it will naturally have a miraculous effect! ”

"If the surprise attack can kill Yu Chongming, or defeat the rebels under the city of Chongqing, it will definitely be able to strengthen the momentum of our army and make those besieged people and residents regain confidence in the imperial court!"

Sun Chuanting had firmness in his eyes and continued: "For the morale of the army and the people, and for the sake of the people in Chongqing, the lower officials thought that when they sent men and horses to attack, even if there was any damage, they would be within the scope of bearing. ”

Listening to Sun Chuanting's words, Yuan Keli frowned and pondered for a long time, as if he was considering his words.

After a while, Yuan Keli sighed and said helplessly: "You also know that these people behind me were sent to us by His Majesty. If it is damaged too much, we will not be able to pay it to Your Majesty. ”

"And you, you were also personally sent by His Majesty to the officer. If you make any mistakes, I can't explain it to Your Majesty. ”

"I can't let you take risks, so it's better to play steady."

After hearing this, Sun Chuanting's face instantly turned red.

Originally, Sun Chuanting thought that this time in the southwest was an opportunity for him to show his skills and serve the country with his heart. Who would have thought it would be like this?

I actually became a dragger?

Thinking of this, Sun Chuanting was ashamed and ashamed, but there was no way, he couldn't say that His Majesty did something wrong, right?

It can't be said that Yuan Keli did something wrong. If you break up with Yuan Keli, it will be even more hopeless.

Sun Chuanting was in a dilemma, he was really in a hurry.

Without waiting for Sun Chuanting to speak, a person rode a horse to them, saluted Yuan Keli with a horsewhip and said, "My lord, there is something to say about my humble position. ”

Seeing the comer, Yuan Keli was stunned.

Sun Chuanting was also stunned.

Neither of them expected that he would stand up at this time.

Naturally, it was none other than the military generals who followed Yuan Keli and Sun Chuanting to the southwest this time - Qi Jin's son Qi Yuangong.

Yuan Keli glanced at Qi Yuangong quietly, and asked with some doubts, "What do you have to say?" ”

"Lord Qiyu, the ancestor of my Qi family once served as Emperor Taizu's personal soldier, and he followed him for many years, fighting in the south and the north, and experienced dozens of battles. Hongwu 14, died with Fu Youde and Lan Yu on the expedition to Yunnan, and his descendants were hereditary generals Mingwei. ”

Qi Yuangong didn't say anything else, and first told his own family's affairs.

"My Qi family has been a Ming military general for generations, and there have been countless battles in the south and the north, and my uncle Qi Jiguang has pacified the Japanese in the southeast and fought against the Tatars in the north."

"My father is a young man, and he has made many achievements. From hundreds of households to garrison, guerrilla, and general. At the beginning of Wanli, from the general army Liu Wei to conquer Guanxi, the first generals ascended to Goryeo City. ”

"My Qi family opened up territory for the Ming Dynasty, although it is not brilliant, but it is also a resume of military exploits, from the south to the north, there is the blood of my Qi family."

"From the founding of the Ming Dynasty to the present, my Qi family has never been afraid of cowardice. My father trained in the capital, not to guard the hospital. This time, His Majesty sent Qi Yuangong to lead the troops to the southwest, and it was not a trip down. ”

"Although it is dangerous to attack Chongqing, since there is a need to do it, then it must be done, even if you lose your life!"

"These brothers who came behind us, if they return to the capital without fighting a single battle, we have no way to explain to Your Majesty. My father was watching me in the capital, and His Majesty was watching me in the capital. Your Excellency, please allow us to make a surprise attack on Chongqing! ”

After saying this, Qi Yuangong directly turned over and dismounted and knelt on the ground, kowtowing to Yuan Keli.

He touched the ground with his head and did not lift his head again for a long time.

Yuan Keli looked at Qi Yuangong, his eyes were full of appreciation, but he didn't say words of praise, but asked with a calm face: "You are still young, this battle is extremely dangerous, what if you die in battle?" ”

Qi Yuangong raised his head, and there seemed to be a blazing flame beating in his eyes. He said in a calm voice and slowly: "Dying on the battlefield is the fate of a fierce general. If I really die in battle, it will be my loyalty to the Ming Dynasty. Following the ancestors, I have no regrets in my heart. ”

"But the rebels in the southwest, the chickens and dogs, want my life, they don't have the ability!"

The look of appreciation in Yuan Keli's eyes became even stronger, and he couldn't help but sigh slowly: "Qi Shaobao really has a successor!" ”

Sun Chuanting on the side was already excited after hearing this passionate conversation. He is still very young, and in such an atmosphere, he is naturally deeply infected.

He also turned over and dismounted, took a step forward, knelt on one knee and said, "My lord, let me go." ”

Regarding Sun Chuanting's force value, Yuan Keli has no doubts. Because he has seen it along the way, Sun Chuanting not only makes a good knife, but also is extremely good at archery, not to mention a hundred steps through Yang.

Yuan Keli wanted Sun Chuanting to go in his heart, but he was still very worried, because he didn't have a suitable candidate under him.

This trip to Chongqing must be very dangerous. However, in Yuan Keli's opinion, since Sun Chuanting came with him, there was no reason to hide behind and enjoy the blessings.

Let him be gilded peacefully, this is not something he can do.

Originally, if Sun Chuanting was just here to gild, Yuan Keli would not have considered these at all. But after discovering that Sun Chuanting was a talent and his ability was very outstanding, Yuan Keli naturally had the idea of reusing him.

At the same time, Yuan Keli also hesitated in his heart, it was better not to be in any danger.

Without waiting for Yuan Keli to speak, Sun Chuanting continued to say aloud: "The southwest rebellion, the mountains and rivers are restless, as a courtier of the Ming Dynasty, I am naturally duty-bound, please fulfill it!" If I don't go to Chongqing today, Sun will die in front of adults! ”

Sun Chuanting's face turned red, he really thought so in his heart, and he was obviously angry to a certain extent.

The reason is also very simple, the people and officers on the other side of Chongqing are waiting for rescue. Originally, he could have attacked Chongqing, but because of his own existence, he had to fight steadily.

Not only did he not help, but he dragged his feet, and Sun Chuanting felt sorry for the military and civilian people in Chongqing. Coupled with Qi Yuangong's words just now, Sun Chuanting went straight to the top.

These words startled Yuan Keli.

Qi Yuangong on the side was also taken aback.

Yuan Keli knew that it was better to agree to Sun Chuanting at this time.

This kind of situation of civil officials is not unheard of. If he didn't follow him at this time, he could really die here.

If you die here, you really won't be able to eat and walk away.

Sun Chuanting died in Chongqing, even if His Majesty will complain about himself, most of the time he will not punish himself. After all, at this time, anyone on the battlefield may die, and there is no way to guarantee this kind of thing

But if Sun Chuanting committed suicide in front of him, then he would be finished.

So Yuan Keli nodded and said, "Okay, then you can go." Come with me into Guiyang first, and after I meet Li Biao, the governor of Guizhou, you can set off again, bring enough grain and grass, and leave quickly when the time comes. ”

"You can also rest assured, I will take the people of Guizhou to follow closely behind and give you a seat in the back."

After hearing this, Sun Chuanting and Qi Yuangong's faces both showed joy, and they bowed down and said at the same time, "Thank you so much, my lord." ”

Yuan Keli stroked his beard, nodded lightly, shook his head with a wry smile and said, "Okay, go ahead, prepare well." This time, the official is involved, don't let the official down. ”

"Yes, sir." Sun Chuanting and the two agreed, and ran to the front to prepare.

After the two left, Yuan Keli's breath was finally vented.

Glancing at the staff around him, Yuan Keli asked, "I didn't show a flaw just now, right?" ”

"Nope." The staff said with a smile: "How can young people have so much thought? ”

Yuan Keli glared at the staff, and said angrily: "Are you saying that I am cunning and cunning, or that I am scheming?" Young people should be beaten, otherwise how can they progress? ”

"But you've gone a little too far, haven't you?" The staff said helplessly.

"What's the end of it? Young and vigorous, if you don't do something and spread it, you know what will happen to them? At least with this one thing, they themselves will be a little more cautious. ”

Yuan Keli said: "This is a little more sure of a surprise attack on Chongqing. ”

The staff nodded, didn't say anything more, and looked like "You are a big official, what you said is right".

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