Chapter 30: Han Tong and Xiang Xun
Hearing the name Xiang Xun, Liu Chengyou was not much surprised, although the possibility of the same name and surname was not ruled out, but during this period, he came to the north to join the army, and then followed his experience, he was very sure in his heart that this Xiang Xun was the general.
"Take them to the tent, and I want to meet them!" Tsushima Quanyi gave an order, and Liu Chengyou turned around and went down the wooden ladder.
In the tent, Liu Chengyou finally saw the true faces of Han Tong and Xiang Xun. Both of them are old men in their thirties.
Han Tong has thick eyebrows and big eyes, a very dense beard, a strong body, and his appearance is not vicious, but he belongs to the kind of "ugly", and he is very ugly, and he will be remembered at a glance.
In comparison, Xiang Xun is much more handsome, with good facial features and outstanding temperament. In the face of Liu Chengyou's scrutiny, he was calm, only looked down slightly, and the corners of his mouth were always a little subtle arc, and it could be seen that this was a very confident person.
"You're Han Tong?" Liu Chengyou asked nonsense.
"Back to Your Highness, it is your subordinates." Han Tong entered the state quite quickly, and he already regarded himself as a subordinate.
"I heard Ma Quanyi say, you are unparalleled in equestrian skills, and you are good at riding and fighting?"
Hearing this, Han Tong's face showed a little "shame", and he seemed to be a little complacent, and his answer was not too arrogant: "Tong is conceited and has a bit of courage, but he doesn't dare to be such a horse commander." ”
"Nowadays, Hu Kou is rampant, stealing from Beijing, and the Son of Heaven has the ambition of waving his army to conquer and capture the old capital. Just like you, a good general and a warrior, you need to charge into battle and attack the city......" Liu Chengyou waved his hand and said.
Han Tong seemed to be smart at this time, and immediately landed on the ground: "I am willing to do that, for the Son of Heaven and His Highness from the risk!" ”
Obviously, Han Tong at this time, who is in the end of the world, belongs to the kind of person who is more up-to-the-road. Liu Chengyou didn't say anything more encouraging, and said directly: "You have the qualifications of a cavalry general, and then you are a soldier, you will be a talent." There is no independent cavalry in the Longqi Army, I want to concentrate the cavalry of all battalions and set up a cavalry capital, so you should be a cavalry colonel and the commander of the same battalion. ”
When Liu Chengyou's words fell, Han Tong's eyes suddenly widened, his eyes seemed to be dazzling, and he was overjoyed, and he bowed down at once: "Thank you, Your Highness!" ”
"But the ugly words are ahead!" Seeing his excitement, Liu Chengyou changed his face again, and reminded him coldly: "I often think that the capable go up and the mediocre go down." There are many warriors in the army, and the cavalry is even more untamed, if you have no way to lead the army, you can't govern the army, and you can't serve the people......"
Hearing Liu Chengyou say this, Han Tong's expression became serious, and he solemnly took over the words: "If this is the case, I will ask for my resignation from my humble position, and I will listen to His Highness's whereabouts, and I will never complain." ”
"I'll see!" In the face of his statement, Liu Chengyou's voice was soft, and he glanced at Ma Quanyi and led Han Tong down.
In the Longqi Army, there are still a lot of horses, but there are many horses and pack horses, and there are still a few that can be used as war horses. Concentrated, Han Tong, the cavalry colonel, led no more than 300 troops.
However, even so, Liu Chengyou can imagine that there are definitely different voices in the army about his order. The status of the cavalry is definitely above the foot soldiers, so why let Han Tong, a newcomer, become a cavalry general.
Liu Chengyou understands this very well, but he still intends to do so. Just like when Ma Quanyi was promoted, there were many discordant tones in the army. Without Han Tong, Liu Chengyou may be able to find a cavalry general in the army who is qualified enough and does not provoke criticism.
However, compared with those "unknown" people, Liu Chengyou is more willing to reuse these people who have "broken out" of fame. It's not that we blindly believe in those "historical" celebrities, but in this way, the risk of investment is less and the return is higher.
"Your Highness, such a sudden promotion, lieutenant general and colonel, I'm afraid there will be complaints!" Zhang Yanwei, a veteran soldier, was not slow to react in this regard, and couldn't help but remind in a low voice.
Liu Chengyou directly raised his hand to stop him, paused, and said in a deep voice: "Let's look at it!" ”
After arranging Han Tong, Liu Chengyou paid attention to Xiang Xun, and it can be seen from the order of order that he values this person more than Han Tong.
There was no expression on Xiang Xun's face anymore, and he listened to the conversation between Liu Chengyou and Han Tong in his ears, silently, without interjecting rashly.
At this time, Liu Chengyou's expression was indifferent, looking at Xiang Xun, as if he wanted to put some pressure on him, and the tent became extremely quiet for a while. But Xiang Xun has reached this age and has gone through the world, but he will not be frightened by Liu Chengyou's little trick.
After a while, Liu Chengyou said lightly: "I heard that since you entered the camp, you have often had high opinions. I'm curious, but I want to hear about it......"
Quietly looking at the indifferent young man, Xiang Xun was stunned for a while, and then he moved his steps and asked: "His Royal Highness Shicai mentioned that the Son of Heaven has the intention of waving his army to the south, and he dares to ask, when will the army be moved?" ”
Liu Chengyou didn't answer his words, but just looked at Xiang Xun calmly.
Seeing this, Xiang Xun raised his eyebrows, coughed lightly, and said: "I came from Hanoi to the north, and I also know the situation in the Central Plains. Today's Central Plains is full of affection, just like a pile of dry firewood and dry branches, stained with a little spark, it will burn vigorously. The Son of Heaven built in Jinyang, proclaimed the world, at this time, if the Hedong Tiger Division, enterprising Heluo, then the people of the Central Plains will eat pot pulp to welcome. In this way, the Khitan can be chased, the community can be established, and the world can be determined! ”
Xiang Xun's rhetoric was obviously very skillful, and he stopped talking, looking at Liu Chengyou, waiting for his reaction.
"You have a strategic advice in your belly, and you have the opportunity to face Your Majesty Chen!" Liu Chengyou's performance was a little flat, and there seemed to be a little disappointment in his tone.
Xiang Xun smiled faintly, buried his head, and said calmly: "I heard that the Son of Heaven has led his troops to the east, and wants to go out of Taihang and rescue Emperor Jin." I'm afraid that Your Majesty has no intention of listening to this crude opinion! ”
Hearing this, a trace of change flashed on Liu Chengyou's face, he heard something strange, groaned slightly, and asked, "You seem to mean something else when you say this?" ”
Xiang Xun still replied very calmly: "The Son of Heaven is going east, if there is no accident, I am afraid that he will return in vain......"
From his words, Liu Chengyou knew that this Xiang Xun was definitely an understanding person.
got up, paced a few steps slowly in the tent, looked at Xiang Xun a few more times, raised his finger and said: "I can tell you the truth, the suggestion of waving troops to the south and going straight to the Central Plains is not that no one has advised Xiang Jin before!" But Your Majesty doesn't accept it, do you know why? ”
This sentence seemed to stop Xiang Xun, frowned and hesitated for a few moments, and then said: "Perhaps, Your Majesty's order has considerations." ”
Listening to his answer, Liu Chengyou wanted to express his attitude with a smile, but unfortunately, he really couldn't laugh.
Turning his gaze to the east, he stood autistic for a moment, and did not speak.
Liu Chengyou's style is difficult for people to adapt to for a while. Xiang Xun couldn't help but look up at Liu Chengyou, but unfortunately, he couldn't see anything from his side face. glanced at Zhang Yanwei on the side, and saw that he seemed to be standing there very accustomedly, and Xiang Xun had some strangeness in his heart, and he could only accompany himself.
After a long time, Liu Chengyou came back to his senses, lowered his voice, and said to Xiang Xun very quickly: "I lack an attendant by my side, are you willing to condescend?" ”