On June 21, the twelfth year of Chongzhen, in the scorching summer, Dolgon led the remaining 60,000 Qing troops to retreat from Wuding Prefecture and go straight to the north. Pen | fun | pavilion www. ｂｉｑｕｇｅ。 ｉｎｆｏ

The scorching sun, the army went west, looking at the listless subordinates, and the crooked banner, the commander of the Qing army was ordered to the general Dolgon, recalling the high spirits when entering the customs, and his heart was infinitely sad.

Seeing this large number of Qing troops retreating westward, Tian Wei, the chief general of Xingzhong Town, who led the army to defend Wuding Prefecture, and all the soldiers defending the city, all sighed unconsciously for a long time.

These days, the Qing army has launched bluff feints from time to time, there is a way, not afraid of 10,000, just in case, Tian Wei is also extremely worried, in case the Qing army is in the midst of a hundred falsehoods, suddenly a truth, he will be in trouble. Therefore, all the soldiers defending the city, during this period of siege by the Qing army, were under great mental pressure.

Now that the Qing army has withdrawn westward, although it is unknown why, the Tang army defending the city feels that the pressure is greatly relaxed.

However, for the sake of safety, they still strictly abided by Li Xiao's order to strictly defend the city, and did not send troops to pursue, but let the Qing army retreat on their own.

When the Qing army retreated westward, the troops led by Li Xiao himself rushed all the way from Yanzhou to finally reach Linyi County.

"The last general of Liaodong came to the aid of Zu Kuan, the general soldier, and met with Tang Guogong."

"The last general of Shaanxi to aid the general Cao Bianjiao and meet Tang Guogong."

"Order Song Xiyao in Linyi County, meet Tang Guogong."

Five steps before Li Xiao stepped on the snow BMW, Zu Kuan, Cao Bianjiao, and Song Xiyao knelt down and worshiped together.

"Excuse me, everyone, get up quickly."

Li Xiao turned over and dismounted, and helped the three of them up one by one.

Immediately ordered, all the soldiers and horses quickly camped outside the city and rested on the spot.

Linyi County ordered Song Xiyao to restrain Li Xiao's subordinate soldiers so tightly, not allowing them to enter the city to harass the people, he had a good impression in his heart, and he repeatedly invited Li Xiao to enter the city to rest, but Li Xiao politely refused.

Subsequently, Li Xiao asked Linyi County to order Song Xiyao to go back to the city first, but left Zu Kuan and Cao Bianjiao behind to discuss matters in the Chinese military tent together.

"Master Li, since the heavy snow in Liaodong, you and I haven't seen each other for nearly six years." Zu sat down on the chair with a grin, and said to Li Xiao with a smile on his face.

Li Xiao smiled and said: "The most, this time is flying, six years have passed in a blink of an eye, and it is also fate to be able to gather here with General Soldier Zu this time." ”

"Ahem, that's because we have a relationship with Master Li!" Zu Kuan saw Li Xiao's polite words, and his expression suddenly became more and more flying: "Master Li can remember me, that is my creation." Anyway, in this Shandong land now, the only person I serve is you, Lord Li. If it weren't for Lord Li who sent cavalry to rescue me that day, hey, I'm afraid that I would have become a ghost under the sword of the Qing captive. ”

After Zu Kuan finished speaking, Cao Bianjiao on the side also sighed and interjected: "Lord Li, if it weren't for the fact that some time ago, the cavalry of your department could rush to the outside of Linyi City in time to save us, how could I still have a chance to meet Lord Li today!" Lord Li's kindness, Cao deeply remembered, and will report it in the future! ”

Seeing Cao Bianjiao's face full of gratitude, Li Xiao waved his hand: "General Cao Bing, everyone is a Ming official army, so they should watch and help each other, and they should be united and branched." This saving of friendly forces is part of my business, and it is nothing. ”

After Li Xiao finished speaking, Zu Kuan next to him slapped the armrest of the chair and sighed loudly: "Lord Li, my ancestor is a rough person, and he speaks straight." Let me tell you the truth, if the soldiers and horses in Shandong are all under the unified command of Lord Li, how can the guard battle in Shandong be like this! When I think about it now, I still feel damn breathless! ”

After Zu Kuan finished speaking, he subconsciously glanced at Cao Bianjiao, but Cao Bianjiao lowered his head and did not speak.

Li Xiao smiled and replied, "Chief Soldier Zu, the imperial court has arranged like this, and my father can't do it." Fortunately, our army was lucky enough to destroy the Qing army in Jinan, and the Qing army in Yanzhou and Linyi were afraid of being surrounded and annihilated by our army divisions, so they hurriedly withdrew from various places and rushed back to Wuding Prefecture to join the Qing army headquarters. Now in this Shandong land, the crisis should be lifted. ”

"Oh, why does Li Da think that the crisis is solved? After those Qing armies regrouped and converged, wouldn't they go south again to plunder and attack the city? Cao Bianjiao on the side asked softly.

"The reason is simple. Because the Qing army has never suffered a major setback since entering the customs, it is arrogant and invincible. And now in the city of Jinan, 40,000 Qing troops have been wiped out, and its main general Yue Zhen and deputy general Nikan have been beheaded by our army. After this battle, it was really an unprecedentedly heavy blow to the Qing army. In this battle for Jinan, 40,000 enemies were annihilated and two generals were annihilated, which was enough to make the Qing army bold, and they no longer had the courage to fight against our army. Therefore, this public believes that next, the Qing army is very likely to return from Wuding Prefecture to Beizhili. Then it is very likely that he will withdraw from the North Zhili to recuperate and recuperate in order to come to the future. ”

Li Xiao's words made Zu Kuan and Cao Bianjiao nod frequently.

"Master Li, then in your opinion, our army is in a hurry to pursue these retreating Qing troops?" Zu Kuan asked anxiously.

Li Xiao shook his head slightly.

"Two, although the Qing army suffered heavy setbacks and did not have the courage to continue attacking our army, their combat power was still not to be underestimated. Moreover, if the Qing army retreats all the way, it will not be easy for our army to chase after it. Moreover, even if our army rushes forward with light cavalry and rushes all the way to pursue, the commander of the Qing army, Dorgon, is a cautious and meticulous person, and he is also an experienced famous general, and he will definitely be more prepared along the way, and it is extremely difficult for our army to succeed in the surprise attack. Therefore, it is the most appropriate way to wait for them and return to the Qing Kingdom on their own. After all, Japan is long ahead, but our army does not need to be in a hurry. ”

Li Xiao paused and continued: "After this heavy blow, in the opinion of this father, at least for two or three years, the Qing army will not have the strength to enter the customs again and plunder. From this point of view, time is on our side, and as long as our army continues to work hard and develop and grow, it will be a matter of course to compete with the Qing army in the future, and even to go north to regain lost territory. ”

After listening to Li Xiao's words, Zu Kuan and Cao Bianjiao also nodded in agreement.

After all, in the case that you do not have an absolute advantage, it still makes sense not to chase after the poor. And now the development momentum of the Tang Army is so rapid, in a few years, the Qing Army wants to compete with the Tang Army, but I am afraid that it will really only become more and more difficult.

"Two, if the Qing army retreats, then what are the plans of the two of you next?" Li Xiao, in turn, asked the two softly.

Zu Kuan and Cao Bianjiao glanced at each other, not knowing what Li Xiao's question meant.

In the end, Zu Kuan scratched his head and replied: "If the Qing army has retreated, then my department will return to Huguang to chase down the thieves." ”

After Zu Kuan finished speaking, Cao Bianjiao next to him also replied to Li Xiao: "Lord Li, if the Qing army really withdraws from the pass, then I will command the rest of the army, return to Shaanxi, and return to serve under Governor Hong." ”

After listening to the answers of the two, Li Xiao chuckled noncommittally.

Then, he raised his head, glanced at the two of them, and said softly: "The two of you and my father are also acquaintances." Today, I will talk to you openly and honestly. Do you think that if you return from Shandong and return to your original position again, will you really be able to achieve anything? ”

Li Xiao's question made Zu Kuan and Cao Bianjiao stunned.

The two of them are not fools, of course they understand that the real intention of Li Xiaozhi's words is very likely to recruit themselves, so that they can turn to serve him from now on.

The two of them were unconsciously in a deep groan.

Seeing Zu Kuan and Cao Bianjiao like this, Li Xiao smiled coldly.

Li Xiao, who is familiar with the history of the Ming Dynasty, of course knows the true ending of these two.

Zu Kuan, the general soldier of Liaodong's aid and suppression, because of his poor performance in this Tartar entry, was timid, and was cowardly by the imperial court for the crime of cowardly the enemy to trap Jinan, and finally beheaded on the street.

And Shaanxi aid to suppress the general soldier Cao Bianjiao, shortly after the battle of the Tartars, was transferred from Shaanxi to Liaodong, only two years later, in the Songjin War, martyred and died, ending a tragic life.

The tragic ending of these two famous generals in the late Ming Dynasty made Li Xiao regretful. Therefore, now that there is an opportunity to recruit these two people, Li Xiao must of course seize the opportunity.

In the face of Li Xiao's solicitation, Zu Kuan and Cao Bianjiao, although there was a lot of hesitation on their faces, they were also quite tempted.

What a rare opportunity and fate to be able to work for such a wise and brave and outstanding generation of famous generals Li Xiao!

The two of them can be sure that if they serve under Li Xiao's account, their future prospects and merits will be much stronger than their own return to their original positions.

It's just that can I really promise him?

"Master Li, if you really want to recruit us and others, can you report to the Imperial Military Department first?" Cao Bianjiao replied hesitantly.

"Hmph, is this duke, as the Duke of Tang Guo, doesn't even have the power to decide on his own whether to serve as a general soldier? My father also told you bluntly, if you really have to report to the imperial court and the military department in order to recruit the two, this matter will not be possible. ”

Speaking of this, Li Xiao sighed and said: "In my Ming Dynasty, there are many incompetent people in foreign wars, but when it comes to internal fighting, the DPRK and China are full of good materials and good hands. Instead of giving a report like this, and waiting for the ordinary villains in the court to almost inevitably refute the attack, it is better for my father to cook a mature meal on this raw rice and keep you for my father's use, and the villains in the court, what can I do? ! ”

After Li Xiao finished speaking, his face was full of determination, and a sharp edge flashed in his eyes.

Zu Kuan and Cao Bianjiao were both with their heads bowed, breathing heavily, obviously making a big decision.

Li Xiao looked at his face and continued to strike while the iron was hot: "Two, my father dares to predict that after the two of you return to your original position, even if you can make some small achievements, it will be useless and useless to the country." But if you are under this public account, you can have a big war to fight immediately, and the future official positions of the two can also be promoted all the way. In the end, if you have a great success, become famous for future generations, and seal your wife and son, wouldn't you have a happy life? ”

Li Xiao's words, Cao Bianjiao's face was still thoughtful, but Zu Kuan's eyes were already scorching.

"Then Master Li, where are you going to use troops next?"

"Luzon!" Li Xiao replied loudly.

"Luzon? Is it the current Luzon occupied by the Spaniards? Zu Kuan asked anxiously.

"Exactly!" Li Xiao said proudly: "This land of Luzon was originally owned by our Chinese and has been going on for more than 100 years. It's a pity that such a Ming vassal country was destroyed by the Xiyi Spaniards, and in the city of Manila, they created the Manila tragedy that slaughtered more than 20,000 Chinese in my country. ”

Seeing that Zu Kuan and Cao Bianjiao listened carefully, Li Xiao continued to talk eloquently: "I won't hide it from you, in fact, our Tang Army has been preparing to attack Luzon and drive out the Spaniards. Up to now, there are hundreds of original ships and newly built ships in our army, and it is enough to transport troops to Luzon. After the Qing army retreated, the Guild immediately expanded the existing Pingnan battalion into Pingnan Town, and after the training and expansion of the whole town was completed, it would immediately take Taiwan as the base point and attack Luzon with all its might, and be sure to wipe it out in one fell swoop, and the Spaniards, who had been entrenched in the entire Luzon Island for decades, would forever include the rich and beautiful Luzon Island into the territory of China! “

Li Xiao's passionate words were like a flame, quickly igniting the pride and ambition hidden in the chests of the two.

Who has written history for 10,000 years, looking for a marquis 3,000 miles away!

Will be quick to follow the way, how can there be leisure to chase wild gulls!

From ancient times to the present, there has not been a truly aspiring general who is willing to work like this all his life from the heart, mediocre to old age.

Famous generals like Zu Kuan and Cao Bianjiao in the late Ming Dynasty, if they can really meet the hero and show their talents, they will definitely be able to bloom a dazzling dazzling light in the history that Li Xiao has traversed, and get the glory and glory that will be passed on forever!

Li Xiao's words continued, and he said impassionedly: "Don't think that this father's ambition will come to an end just by taking Luzon Island. I will continue southward and occupy all the places that the Spaniards call the Philippines, and then I will go south again to occupy more and greater foreign lands that you have never seen and heard of. After that, the company will expand and develop to the north. We want to make the entire Outer Manchuria, as well as the entire East Siberia, which has belonged to China since the Yuan Dynasty, the eternal territory of our China, and make my Chinese Empire a huge empire that is unique in history, occupying a vast land from the south of the world to the north of the earth! ”

When Li Xiao said this, he could clearly see that in the pupils of Zu Kuan and Cao Bianjiao, there were raging flames burning!

In this era of great navigation, why can the Chinese only stay on the land handed down by their ancestors, guard the one-acre and three-point land of their ancestors, and live in a nest.

Why can't the Chinese go out and occupy the vast overseas land, and fight for more and greater territory and living space for the country and their descendants!

Li Xiao firmly believes that the descendants of China, the descendants of the dragon, this great nation that once created the heroic Han and Tang Dynasty, are definitely more suitable to be the masters of the world than those white skins in Europe who only know about barbaric plunder.

And to be the master of the world forever, for all generations.

Li Xiao looked up at the top of the tent and muttered in his mouth: "Two, my father believes that things are man-made, as long as we can work together and forge ahead, then our Chinese country, let alone be able to span the extreme south to the far north, and in the future, it will become an empire that never sets across the world, and it is completely possible!" Perhaps, this task, our generation can not do, but the next generation, and the next generation, as long as the generation of enterprising, this goal will be finally achieved! ”

Li Xiao finally finished what he had to say, he took a long breath and looked at the two of them with burning eyes.

Zu Kuan and Cao Bianjiao stood up in unison, brushing the ground and kneeling on the ground.

With tears in their eyes, the two of them clasped their fists: "From now on, the last general is willing to serve under Lord Li's account and drive for Lord Li!" Even if he died in a foreign land and buried his bones in a foreign land, he was willing to smile at Jiuquan! ”