"In the third year of Jiande, Haichuan was troubled, and the people were restless in April. The emperor ordered Dongfang Qing to lead 30,000 troops to suppress Guhong Wang, which lasted one month, completely annihilated 30,000 elite enemy troops, and killed the commander Shangquan. Later, the commander of the army took the army by surprise, took advantage of the victory to pursue, led the army to Haichuan, shelled the base of its naval division for an hour, destroyed the strength of the naval division, and inflicted heavy damage on Haichuan, so as to show the military strength and revitalize the national prestige. At that time, countless artillery pieces were like a rain of fire and thunder, and all the warships in Haichuan were destroyed, and 20,000 soldiers were lost. The fire continued to spread and was extinguished in 10 days. All the vassal countries in the east have heard of the change in their complexion, and they no longer dare to rebel against ......"

This is the description of the Haichuan bandits in the history books, and this battle is also listed as one of the top ten classic naval battles in Daqi. Qingcheng not only annihilated Shangquan Shingen's 30,000 troops in one fell swoop, but also destroyed Haichuan's naval base, 20,000 soldiers and all the warships, which can be described as a heavy loss. It wasn't until a hundred years later, when the Haichuan Imperial Court mentioned the invasion of Qi again, all the ministers could not forget the tragic cost of the battle.

In addition to this battle, Daqi made a total of three expeditions against Haichuan, which was particularly crucial, but minimized the casualties of the civilian population. Qingcheng is incomparable in benevolence and righteousness, upholding the original intention of his nature, and set out on the expedition, just to deter the Haichuan court, and never disturb the people. Therefore, he only shelled Haichuan's naval base on the periphery, but did not lead his troops into Haichuan's territory.

At this point, Zhenhaihou, Lin Zheng and other generals were very puzzled, because in their opinion, Haichuan was already a bird with a frightened bow, and if he conquered it at this time, he would definitely get twice the result with half the effort, or it would be difficult to say that he could be subdued in one fell swoop. In fact, Qingcheng has made high military achievements, which are by no means comparable to ordinary generals. Even the Marquis of Zhenhai once predicted that if Qingcheng was not protected, it would be possible to fight the marquis.

However, Qingcheng never did so. He glanced at the hour at this moment, and then at the tragic situation of the Haichuan Navy Division's base, and after a moment of silence, he said to the Marquis of Zhenhai beside him: "Master Hou, pass the order, there is no need to reload after this round of shelling, it should be over." ”

Zhenhaihou, who was beaten by the Haichuan army for four months and had no power to fight back, was just a little happy after revenge at this moment, but he received an order from a general like Qingcheng, and he was inevitably a little hesitant. Looking at his appearance, it was not difficult for Qingcheng to guess what he was thinking, and after sighing, he said: "Master Hou is blaming Qingcheng for failing to 'once and for all'?" ”

"Qingcheng, Ben Hou has also been in the Qingcheng Army, Duan Shuai personally taught, how can Ben Hou be a murderous person. Although this group of wolf ambitions invaded my Linhai City for four months and disturbed my people, but this time you became famous in one battle, which is enough to deter all countries. In addition, their sailor base is over, and they will not have the strength to fight again for decades, so it should be time for triumph. However, there are some things that are not worth it for you. ”

Speaking of this, Zhenhaihou looked around, and after a few steps closer to Qingcheng, he whispered: "You are in urgent need of military exploits, and this is a great opportunity." One step further shows that the difference in results is very different. Besides, it is not easy to find such opportunities in the future, so Ben Hou advises you to think twice. ”

Zhenhaihou has good intentions, and Qingcheng naturally understands. However, he has more principles that he adheres to, so when the former said, Qingcheng clasped his fists at him and explained: "Master Hou knows Qingcheng's kindness. I was young and careless, and many times I really needed Hou Ye to mention more, but Hou Ye, Qingcheng had his own plans. There are three reasons why it is not appropriate to fall in love at this time. ”

"Oh? What are your top three reasons? Okay, Ben Hou is curious, you can talk about it. ”

"No."

Qingcheng responded, turned to look at the Haichuan Sailor Base, frowned slightly, and only after a moment did he speak: "First, Haichuan invaded Qi, which is really disloyal; The ungrateful of the subject country is really unjust, such disloyal and unrighteous people, my great Qi war division is famous, favored by heaven, and will not be criticized. While demonstrating the might of the Celestial Empire, it can also deter all subject countries, which can be described as killing three birds with one stone. However, a counterattack is a counterattack, an attack is an attack, and our army's counterattack against Haichuan and its naval division base is the right way, and it is the righteous act of the king's division. But if it is destroyed by this, it will be a little unkind, and it will chill the hearts of other subject countries. ”

Listening to what Qingcheng said, Zhenhaihou fell silent, as if he was thinking about the former's words. And Qingcheng saw him like this, and continued to speak.

"Second, this war lasted for four months, both sides had casualties, the war will always end, more and less one step back, it is nothing more than a little benefit, but the most difficult thing is the people after the war. Both China and Haichuan will repair their wounds after the war, and even when ordinary people are conscripted to build fortifications, rebuild towns, and replenish their military strength, it is inevitable that they will lose their lives and money. Therefore, if we fight for one more day and take one more city, it will probably take several more months for the people to repair it. Hou Ye, destruction is simple, creation is indeed the rarest, we soldiers to protect the family and defend the country, in order to the court and the people, the people live and work in peace and contentment? If this original intention is violated, who can guarantee that it will not spoil? Therefore, Qingcheng does not want the people to be difficult, whether it is the people of Daqi or the people of Haichuan. ”

Qingcheng mentioned the second wish, the corners of Zhenhaihou's mouth curled slightly, and he couldn't help but chuckle lightly, and said, "This is the most important thing for you, right?" Haha, you are really no different from Duan Shuai, act first for the people, benevolence and righteousness first, this big truth is said, Ben Hou doesn't know how to refute you. ”

Hearing Zhenhaihou's praise, Qingcheng shook his head after smiling bitterly, noncommittal. After he pondered for a moment, his face gradually became serious, and he continued: "If the leader of the army cannot be based on benevolence and righteousness and put the people first, then what is the difference between him and the rebellious ministers and thieves? However, Master Hou, Qingcheng still has the third reason why it can't fight, and it is indeed for the sake of our army. ”

"Oh? Let's talk about it. ”

Speaking of this, Qingcheng looked at the territory of Haichuan deeply, frowned and said: "In this battle, our army is only to destroy the Haichuan Naval Division, and does not consider anything else, so there is still a difference in both strength and military allocation, not to mention that in recent years, our army's attention to Haichuan has become increasingly low, and I am afraid that we will not be able to know ourselves and the enemy, so if we attack rashly, it may not be beneficial to our army." ”

After Qingcheng finished saying the last reason, Zhenhai Hou raised his eyebrows, and after a moment of silence, he asked rhetorically: "Are you worried that our army does not have the strength to invade Haichuan now?" Ben Hou really didn't think much about this, speaking of which, Ben Hou's understanding of Haichuan is also one of the best in my Great Qi army, and when you say this, I remember ......"

"Report! There's an enemy right ahead! ”

While the two were talking, the herald suddenly came running and claimed that there was an enemy attack, which made Zhenhaihou very puzzled.

"Enemy attack? How can they still have the strength to fight back, how many ships have come, how many people have been visually inspected? ”

"Back to the marquis, just ..... One person, one boat. ”

"What? Can't send it to death? ”

Hearing the enemy situation reported by the herald, Zhenhaihou was even more puzzled, and he didn't know what this person and boat planned. However, Qingcheng, who had been silent, snorted lightly at this time, and said, "Hmph, I've seen him a long time ago." Hou Ye beware, that person is here! ”

"The great Qi, the power of the Celestial Empire, actually attacked my Haichuan without warning, aren't you afraid of the cold heart of the subject country? It is necessary to know that there is still a helmsman in the small ship, and the country is weak and cannot be bullied! ”

The person who spoke was the enemy who attacked, and Zhenhai Hou looked at the voice, and his brows couldn't help but furrow slightly. I saw that in the base of the Haichuan Naval Division, where the fire was constantly filling and the smoke was covering the sky, a small boat suddenly rushed out, and for some reason, it was extremely fast, and it was not difficult to see that it came straight to the commander warship where Qingcheng and Zhenhaihou were.

But I saw a tall man standing straight on the ship, dressed in the armor of a high-ranking military commander of Haichuan, wearing a bright and gorgeous costume, wearing a gorgeous helmet, and in the back half of the helmet there was an ornament like a light wheel like a leaf of Malan, which was extremely pompous.

Look at the man again, burly, standing straight, his majesty is self-contained. His eyes are focused, the bridge of his nose is high, his domineering spirit is leaking, the corners of his mouth are raised, and his arrogance is difficult to hide. His eyes were like torches, staring directly at Qingcheng and Zhenhaihou, as if he wanted to swallow the two of them alive.

"What a majestic general!"

Zhenhaihou is not a mediocre talent, and it can be seen from this person's spirit that he is not good. When the ship's guards saw that the enemy was coming, the archers rushed to stop him. However, all the arrows seemed to be unable to hit the man, and they all swept past him.

Seeing this, Qingcheng frowned slightly, and secretly thought in his heart: This person has such profound skills, and he can use his protective strength as a wall to block the archers' attacks. And looking at his calm appearance, it seems that he has not yet bottomed out...... Looking at this skill in the army of bandits, I am afraid that no one can compare, does Haichuan have such a master? In this way, I am not badly worried.

Sighing at the strength of the people's skills, Qingcheng tasted what he said, immediately stepped forward, and shouted loudly: "I sent troops to suppress bandits in order to protect the peace of Haichuan, and I don't know what to do, but I dare to speak out!" ”

"Hahahaha, why do you have a mirror in your heart, why do you fool the ignorant?"

This person's voice is loud and piercing the eardrums, which shows the strength of his skills. After Qingcheng stabilized his mind, he did not lose the wind at all, and continued to shout: "In this case, you should not make provocative words. Haichuan is unkind and unjust, and if you offend me, how can the power of my Heavenly Empire be challenged? Fight back. It's just that your skills are not as good as others, you are small and don't know it, you swallow the giant elephant in vain, attract evil consequences, and dare to make mistakes? I advise you to go back quickly, and this general can graciously not pursue it. ”

"Hmph, is it up to you to pursue it now? It's General Ben who won't let you go! There is no justice at all, the winner is the prince and the loser, in this case, let the general see what the generals of Daqi are capable of, look at the boxing! ”

The man walked to the front of the commander's warship where Qingcheng was, and suddenly attacked, only to see his right foot tap the ship's board, and the whole person quickly jumped up in the air, and at the same time raised his right arm, clenched his fist, and a fiery red domineering fist covered it, and it was powerful. But seeing that he fell towards Qingcheng, his move locked the latter, and he should have challenged the boss of Daqi with his own strength.

"Presumptuous! How can you make a mistake within the army! Someone, shoot this fang! ”

The Marquis of Zhenhai also saw that this person was not idle, and Qingcheng had been injured when he fought with Quan Xinxuan before, so he hurriedly ordered the archers to drive the enemy away.

Who is this person? What kind of ability does he dare to challenge the Great Qi Water Master with the strength of one person, and can Qingcheng stop him?