Chapter 361: Wang Qi Leaves Dragon City
When the dark clouds swept in from all directions, Zhao Wang Chu Jiangmian was not in Dragon City. Ever since the day the Qin army began to invade on a large scale, he knew that the most severe moment facing the Zhao State might be coming.
In the past few encounters, although Nie Wushuang was defeated, he lost to him. But that doesn't mean the other party is a useless guy. On the contrary, the young man who was about his age was the deepest man he had ever met. In the past few years, Qianji Pavilion has collected everything about this famous son in the past, and after Chu Jiangmian has seen it in detail, he has a deeper understanding of him.
There is no doubt that the power of the Qin State is in the hands of this person, and it is only a matter of time sooner or later. And Nie Wushuang's style of acting cannot be speculated with common sense many times. In other words, this guy is likely to do something crazy.
Because of this, Chu Jiangmian had to pay special attention to this war. What's more, in addition to the army of the Qin State, the Hu cavalry in the north should not be underestimated. To some extent, the cavalry heading south this time has included almost all the living forces in the steppe. Under the personal leadership of Hu Wang Moke, they swept in with overwhelming momentum, and the scale of the 300,000-strong army was unprecedented.
And, that's not all. In addition to the tremendous pressure on Zhao in the north and west, the hidden enemies in the land of Lingnan were also ready to move. At the beginning, Shang Yunbai, who surrendered, took the destruction of the Southern Han Kingdom as his name and occupied the land of Lingnan. However, due to the tight schedule, the military operation was too hasty, and there was no time to completely clean up the remaining enemy. Just like that, they were given a respite. And the complex terrain of the mountains, rivers and lakes in that place provided them with a place to hide. Let their power have been excellently developed.
Although Shang Yunbai is known as a famous general, that means that his personal ability and military strategy are extraordinary. But he was not a brutal general. Such a thing as extermination and brutal slaughter would not have been done unless it had been forced to do so.
On the soil of revenge, the nobles of the Southern Han Dynasty and other various forces unwilling to defeat have united and have been resisting. With Shang Yunbai personally sitting in Guangling, although they will not be able to achieve a big climate for a while, the rebellion that can be launched everywhere at any time is enough to cause a headache.
And this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. After the fall of the Southern Han Kingdom, the members of the royal family who were exiled to the Qin State immediately became energetic. In accordance with the orders of the King of Qin, they secretly sneaked back to Guangling City and waited for an opportunity.
In the last dozen days alone, the garrison camp has been attacked several times. The remnants of the Southern Han Dynasty, who had been hiding for a long time, finally couldn't bear it anymore, and they couldn't wait to disturb Lingnan in order to respond to the actions of the Qin army from the south.
Until now, Chu Jiangmian had not received any news from Shang Yunbai. He wasn't worried, though. With Shang Yunbai's ability, it is more than enough to deter Lingnan. The reason why he did not inform himself of this may be because he was confident enough to take control of the situation.
Of course, in the face of the arrival of the Qin army, some people had secretly expressed their worries about Chu Jiangmian with anxiety. No matter what, Shang Yunbai was a former famous general of the Qin State. He had many old subordinates in the Qin army. If the situation is critical, this person suddenly has a different mind, then something is wrong.
Such fears are not unfounded. When Shang Yunbai had just surrendered, Chu Jiangmian handed over all the Lingnan land to him to deal with. At that time, there were ministers who tried to dissuade the king from doing this, so as not to leave a future that would be difficult to eliminate.
But Chu Jiangmian not only did this, but also did it thoroughly. Except for a small number of officials stationed by himself, all the military and political power in Lingnan was handed over to Shang Yunbai.
"Qing is the Lingnan barrier, I am in the north, I can sit back and relax!"
This sentence was said by Chu Jiangmian personally holding Shang Yunbai's arm at that time, and many people had heard it. It's just that not many people dare to really believe that the general can really afford this kind of entrustment!
"King, at this time, Lao Chen still thinks it's good that you don't leave Dragon City easily!"
Outside the west gate, the wind blew and brought coolness. The white-haired Minister Fei Yi pulled Chu Jiangmian's sleeve, and his tone was full of reluctance. The old ministers, who have faithfully assisted two generations of kings for decades, are like the withered grass in this autumn wind, and they have reached the end of their lives. If it weren't for the rapid development of Zhao Guo in the past few years to inspire him, I am afraid that he would not have been able to support it for a long time. The old man was trying to live, just trying to get as many more glimpses as possible at the young man he had watched grow up. See how far he can go!
"Prime Minister, don't worry about these things. All the affairs of the royal court are naturally handled by them. As long as you sit in Dragon City and are in good health, it is a blessing for everyone...... Hehe! As for my expedition, there is no need to worry. The prime minister can rest assured that everything is under control. Even though the enemy army is menacing, there is nothing they can do!"
Chu Jiangmian looked at his thin figure, and felt a little unbearable in his heart. He deliberately showed an optimistic look, took off his cloak with his hand, and draped it on Fei Yi's back. Unexpectedly, the other party did not appreciate it. glared at him fiercely, and there was already a little more rebuke in his tone.
"I'm afraid you're in this state of mind! The situation on the battlefield is changing rapidly, who can be sure of victory? Even if your father sent troops to fight back then, he was cautious. That's why we can get out of any difficult situation...... Although the country has accumulated a certain amount of strength in recent years, it cannot withstand failure! Whether it is military, political or economic, it all affects the whole body. Any loss can have serious consequences. Now that you are in high esteem, how can you be so casual with your golden body? You have to remember that your every move is not only about yourself, but also about your mother...... It is also related to the tens of millions of people in Zhao State, as well as the well-being of the whole world! If the king insists on going out in person, I and other ministers can't stop it, and you can do as you like. But remember, my lord, that there are those who care about you in this city behind you who are looking forward to your return. On this land, there are countless eyes that can't withstand any bit of sadness......!"
Before he finished speaking, the old minister Fei Yi couldn't hold back the sadness in his heart anymore, his gray hair was gray, and tears flowed down his eyes. The surrounding royal court ministers and all the people who saw them off all fell to the ground, crying endlessly. And the people who helped the old and the young and sent them out of the city also fell into the dust. These ordinary and ordinary people don't have much ability in the face of national affairs, and the only thing they can do at the moment may be to pray to God with great piety, the gods of all parties to bless them, protect the king, and win the victory, and succeed immediately! On the battlefield of thousands of troops, unscathed, return safely!
The cavalry soldiers who were waiting for the king to set off by the moat were all enthusiastic when they saw such a farewell scene. They clenched the long knives in their hands and struck their breastplates hard, and they all let out a cry that shook the heavens and the earth.
"The king is mighty! King Wansheng...... Wansheng! Wansheng! Wan Wan Sheng!"
Behind them are their loved ones, their homeland and their country. In the face of the enemy's nationwide attack, each of them deeply understood that they were not fighting for a certain person. They are fighting for themselves, for their loved ones, for their homeland, for their country...... With the support of such a belief, they will follow the king in front of them, rush to the battlefield without hesitation, fight bravely to kill the enemy, and die without heeling!
Amid the many shouts, a guard fell down on one knee and offered a glass of wine to the beloved king. Chu Jiangmian stretched out his hand to take it, looked back and looked around, and felt a lot of emotion in his heart. Over the years, although I have tried my best, I have consciously done far from enough. However, these people are already so satisfied, looking at those excited faces, what reason does he have not to fight for it?!
"Be taught! This body is not me, and I have already promised the country...... Rest assured, everyone. Triumph on the battlefield is just around the corner. I hereby solemnly swear that within ten months, I will destroy the enemy! The overall situation of the world can be determined from now on. ”
After finishing speaking, Chu Jiangmian raised his wine glass and drank generously. The wind blew the hem of his robe, accompanied by the hunting of battle flags. The handsome figure of this king standing tall under the banner has attracted countless fanatical shouts. The five-clawed dragon embroidered with the golden thread jade needle on the king's banner suddenly opened its golden scales, and it seemed to be about to take off under the wind and clouds.
At this scene, many people of insight couldn't help but look up to the sky and sigh. This person's royal spirit is irreproducible! Perhaps, when this war ends, the world will usher in an unprecedented new situation!
Chu Jiangmian comforted the ministers a few more words, then flew on his horse, and finally glanced back at the city, and left surrounded by thousands of Pixiu people. The smoke and dust raised by the iron horse rolled and extended into the distance, and the dragon fought in the wilderness, and its color was yellow!
The woman who saw her farewell at the head of the city wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes and opened her eyes desperately, wanting to take one last look at the back of the departing person...... The dust was flying, and it was drifting away, and finally it was no longer to be seen.
The royal flag was sewn by her own hands overnight. She wants her king, like that dragon, to rule the world, and not fight against it!
After a long time, the autumn breeze cooled down. The maids came over and persuaded Murong Qiancheng to return to Jinxiang Palace. She hid her thoughts and worries in her breast, turned and walked down the city. It's a pity that she can't fight as a woman on horseback. Otherwise, she really wanted to leave him alone. Race the field and kill the enemy side by side! When he thought of this, Murong Qiancheng, who was famous for his virtuous and generous ...... in Jinxiang Palace, suddenly became a little jealous of the carefree princess who was in Zhongzhou.
"Xiaoli! You're going to fight for your sister on the battlefield! Don't let people compare it! ”