PS: Ahem, a few sentences were changed at the end of the previous chapter, which does not affect the plot.

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It was night, the main camp of the Zhao and Han armies.

Although it was said yesterday that the third watch would be opened, but at the second watch, everyone got up. There was not much fire in the camp, but quietly assembled, each battalion prepared food in advance, the soldiers ate on the ground, and the military officers stepped on the moonlight and starlight, gathered at the Chinese army to lead the army.

Zhao Ying was already neatly draped, he boarded the specially built general platform, and the generals, division commanders, brigade commanders, and pawn commanders of each battalion were all summoned, staring at the lord. Zhao Wuxian was also among them, he didn't know what kind of mood Zhao Ying was in on the day of this decisive battle, whether he slept peacefully last night, or was he tossing and turning?

Last year, following the example of Dong Zhao's "military merit granting fields", coupled with Deng Xi's correct law, Xi Zhao also had a systematic method of reward and punishment. There is no need to say too much about promises after the victory, but everyone thought that in addition to reiterating military discipline, Zhao Ying would also make a morale-boosting speech.

Zhao Ying's words were extremely brief.

He said angrily: "The second and third sons are reluctant, from today onwards, there will be no Fan clan and Zhongxing clan!" ”

Although there were few words, they were bright and majestic, making everyone's scalps tingle and their spirits lifted, and even Zhao Wuxian couldn't help but clench the sword at his waist.

"This is Zhao Ying...... Wu Xian thought, without relying on too many means, just the personality charm and bearing can condense the Zhao family together, the "martyrdom of Jianxiang" in history, if there is no foundation laid by Jianzi, there is no heyday of Xiangzi. If he suddenly takes Zhao Ying's place, he may not be able to do better in many aspects.

After that, Zhao Ying ordered the generals to return and prepare for battle. But he only shouted Zhao Wuxian to his own son. He still has a few words to say.

"Reluctantly, no mercy. Those who have traveled a hundred miles are half ninety, and they have done so many things before, and only the last battle is left. The Zhao family can't afford to lose, you and I not only have Fan and Bank of China in front of us, but also Zhibo in the back, and once defeated, the plate will be empty, and it can only fall to the point of losing the family and losing the family. This war is not only for power, but also for the long-accumulated feud. It's also for your wife and children, for your sister, brother and sister! ”

"Boy understands!" After Zhao Wuxian bowed solemnly, he also raised his eyes and stared at Zhao Ying, and said: "I will do my best, and I also hope that after Erqing is completely destroyed and the Zhi clan can no longer coerce the Zhao clan, my father can promise me one thing!" ”

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The third watch was approaching, and after the generals returned to the camp, they spread Zhao Ying's words to people. After a while, the whole battalion repeated it.

"From today onwards, there will be no Fan's or Zhongxing's!"

Subsequently, according to the different styles of leading the troops. The battalions carried out their pre-war mobilization.

Zheng Long told the black-clothed guards that they must not be greedy for merit, but must protect the banner of the Chinese army of the sovereign.

Ma Shou doctor Zhao Yi was excited by Zhao Ying. Recalling the small battle a few days ago, I feel that in fact, the strength of the Bank of China is nothing more than that. It only takes a little more to defeat him, so he speaks loudly. Promote meritorious deeds.

As a supporting role in this battle, Han Hu warmly encouraged Han Bing, telling them not to be stage frightened, nor too aggressive, and lost their lives in vain.

Zhao Wuxian, on the other hand, led dozens of personal guards and majestically patrolled with his sword to inspect the pre-battle preparations of each brigade.

He encouraged such brave men as thieves with bold words; He promised fame to a person like Yu Xi who had a strong heart for profit, and he didn't need to say much to a faithful person like Musha, but patted him on the shoulder affectionately; For the unruly Tian Ben, he was scared by military law; For Dr. Lu Guo, who still had doubts, he said gently: Before the battle, you just need to follow my general flag.

He promised the military officials of Jin nationality: "You are Jin people, and you do not return to your hometown if you are rich and noble, such as walking at night in brocade clothes, so you have not obtained a fief in Lu State." But this huge Jin Kingdom, huge Hanoi and Dongyang are all anointed places. After this war, I am afraid that there will be a lot of ownerless city homestead, whether you can get taxes and money in those places after the war, it depends on today's performance, the second and third sons are reluctant! ”

As for the ordinary soldiers, there is no need to worry about the morale of the soldiers, although they are recruited for military salaries, but after a few years, they are no longer completely fighting for Qian Bao and Tian Zhai, Zhao Wuxian has established a cult of personality and incomparable loyalty among them.

As for the right army of the Lu State, it was necessary to rely on the brutal killing of the Lu prisoners a few days ago to stimulate their anger and the unity of the township party, so that they would not take this civil war of the Jin people as an extraneous matter.

Zhao Bing's morale was greatly boosted, and everyone said: "The military spirit is available!" ”

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Today's Zhao camp is extremely lively, and it has not stopped since the two watches, and Gongsun Yan is imprisoned in a specific camp tent, and his heart is uneasy.

"It wasn't like this a few days ago, is the Zhao family going to escape at night, or is it going to send troops to force the camp and start a decisive battle?"

Come to think of it, the latter is more likely.

Gongsun Yan was not too worried that Fan and Zhongxing's clan would be attacked, because the movement of more than 10,000 people was very large, and there were also peripheral obstacles and patrol posts outside the camp, so I was afraid that they would be discovered before they got closer to two or three miles.

He was only worried that once the war started, whether the Fan clan, who had been defeated many times before, would be able to muster the courage to fight, and this time, it would mainly depend on the Dongyang pawn of the Zhongxing clan......

At this moment, he was walked in by several guards and slipped out, all the way to the Chinese army, and met Zhao Ying, who had been draped in armor again. Gongsun Yan suddenly chuckled in his heart, even the coach was dressed in military uniform, it seems that this decisive battle cannot be avoided!

Immediately, Zhao Ying announced unexpectedly: "I will let you go." ”

"Zhongjun Zuo, this is ......" Gongsun Yu was taken aback, a little incredible.

The day before yesterday, when Zhao Wuxian was in the tent, although he said to his face that Zhao Wuxian was despicable and gloomy, he was full of admiration for Zhao Ying.

After Gongsun Yan was captured, he was subjected to severe interrogation, and in the face of the threat of death, he also kept silent, so the retainer of the Zhao family, who wore a mask and used vicious methods, felt that he could not pry his mouth open, so he suggested: "It is better to kill him!" ”

But Zhao Ying admired Gongsun Yan's loyalty and bravery, waved his hand and said, "Each for his master." What is the sin? "Then he made the decision and spared Gongsun Yan's life.

Now, on the eve of the Great War. He's going to let himself go again?

This is the bearing of a minister of a great country!

Gongsun Yan was excited for a while, and then felt that his mentality was not quite right. He was so grateful that he didn't deserve it.

So Gongsun Ji calmed down and asked, "Dare to ask why Zhongjun Zuo wants to release me?" ”

Zhao Ying smiled generously: "Anyway, you can't ask half a sentence, and it is a waste of my Zhao family's food to keep you here, so it is better to let you play a little useful and send a letter to Fan Ji for me, and send a war letter!" ”

……

"In today's battle, you and the walking Diqi will go into battle with me."

After comforting the soldiers, Zhao Wuxian summoned Zhai Fengdi, who claimed to be willing to lead the way, and said that he would give him a chance to perform today.

Zhai Fengtu was shocked, this was different from what he expected. He hurriedly shirked and said: "Although I have the intention to serve the general, it's a pity that we Di people don't know the banner and golden drum of the Zhao army, I'm afraid that we can't unify the command, but will mess up the general's position!" ”

Zhao Wuxian laughed and said: "If you can mess with my formation, that can be regarded as your ability, you don't need many people, there are more than ten people near my personal guard." ”

Seeing that Zhai Fengdi was still hesitant, Zhao Wuxian pointed to the flag bearer and said, "Don't want to resign, you are familiar with the tactics and weaknesses of the Bank of China." You will inevitably be the Counsellor at the meeting. Lo and behold, I've repaired that banner for you! ”

Zhai Fengdi knew that Zhao Wuxian had to show up with the army, so he could only pretend to be happy and agree.

At the time of the third watch, the battalions set off one after another. Zhai Fengdi also followed Zhao Wuxian's side, he could feel the eagle-like gaze of the black-clothed guards, if he dared to make a move. Surely you will be shot through a crossbow or your head will be cut off by those sharp weapons......

However, when passing in front of the camp of Zhao Yingzhong's army. But he met someone again who he never wanted to meet!

Gongsun Yan sat on a car with his head down, and seemed to be aware of his gaze. And he looked up. At a glance, I saw Zhao Wuxian, who was wearing armor, heroic, and the old acquaintance Zhai Fengdi, who was also brightly dressed, was riding on Zhao Wuxian's side, smiling flatteringly, just like a retainer of the Zhao family, a shirtless cronie!

He opened his mouth in surprise, and then glared at Zhai Fengdi angrily, this person really betrayed!

Zhai Fengdi could only stubbornly walk past Gongsun Yan's gaze, and then watched Gongsun Yan be the first to leave the camp under the escort of some Zhao soldiers.

"General, what is this person going to do?" Zhai Fengdi asked casually.

A smile appeared at the corner of Wuxian's mouth: "My father admired Gongsun Yan's loyalty and bravery, and decided to let him go back, and by the way, he shot a battle letter to Fan Ji." However, when he arrived at the enemy's camp, our army had already arrived in front of the camp, and there was not much time left for Fan and Zhongxing. ”

Zhai Fengdi secretly scolded badly, in this way, his back road was equivalent to being blocked, and he could only serve Zhao Wuxian with all his heart.

I don't know if Zhongxingbo will come to Gengjie after hearing that he has descended to Zhao and is still following Zhao Wuxian's side......

Thinking of this, he felt that he had completely fallen into Zhao's trap, not only did he suffer, but also had to affect many people, but at this point, he could only smile reluctantly: "Yes, Zhao Jun is strong, I think there is really not much time left for Fan and Bank of China......"

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At the same time as Gongsun Yan left on the front foot, Zhao Jun was also performing the last pre-battle ritual, and they began the routine divination before each battle.

The "military salute" of the Spring and Autumn period included rules of engagement, although those rules have now fallen apart and not many people follow them. In addition, it also includes rituals, which have been passed down to future generations, and are used to perform divination before the war and pray for the blessing of the gods to overcome the victory, and to strengthen the soldiers' belief in victory.

Therefore, during the Spring and Autumn Period, most of the princes had to divinate before starting wars.

As far as Zhao Wuxian knows, the most famous is that before the battle of Qin, Jin and Hanyuan, Qin Mugong divined and decided, and the official apprentice father Bu Zhi got "Gu Hexagram", and the divination said: "A thousand times three goes, and after three goes, he gets his male fox." The fox of "Gu" must be its king. Ji Ye, who has been defeated three times, will be the king. ”

Sure enough, in the Battle of Hanyuan, the Jin division was defeated three times in three battles, and Jin Huigong was also captured.

And when it came to the battle of Yanling in Jin, Chu, Jin Ligong divined for this, and the historian got the "Revenge Hexagram", and the divination said: "The southern country is embarrassed, shoot one of its Yuan kings." Sure enough, in this battle, the Chu division was defeated, and the king of Chu was shot in one eye.

These are all positive examples, although some of them sound too mysterious, and it is not known whether they are true or false. Now, the erudite Zhao retainer Zhou She is naturally the best candidate to preside over the divination ceremony.

Zhao Ying asked Yang Hu to go to the altar together to assist in divination, and when Zhou She got the divination result, after muttering a word, Yang Hu, who was nicknamed "Mr. Wuyou", was slightly stunned, but it was a pity that he was wearing a mask, and others didn't know his expression.

But then, Yang Hu took over the results of the divination, clenched his hands into fists, and said to Zhao Ying's father and son: "This battle is lucky!" ”

Then he announced loudly to everyone: "This battle is good, and the battle will be won!" Fan, Bank of China should be destroyed, and Zhao's should be prosperous! ”

The cheers rang out, and the officers and soldiers who believed in this reassured themselves, for for some it was more effective than any encouragement or oath.

Zhao Ying officially ordered to leave the camp and drive towards the north!

In order to avoid early detection by the Zhongxing clan, they did not raise a fire. The order of the various units out of the camp and the components of the various positions such as the Chinese army and the two wings were decided during the military meeting last night, and Zhao Wuxian's military soldiers were the vanguard.

Zhao Wuxian rode to Yang Hu's side and asked softly, "Sir, is it really good luck?" ”

Yang Hu looked at Zhao Wuxian's eyes: "Is it auspicious or fierce?" Even if I say it, will the gentleman believe it? ”

Wuxian smiled slightly: "If you don't believe it, it's better to talk about psychological comfort than nothing......"

It doesn't matter whether the divination is auspicious or bad, as long as the correct result is announced, so that the superstitious soldiers can rest assured.

As the vanguard of the whole army, Zhao Wuxian took Zhai Fengdi and the others to walk forward, and did not look back, but said to Yang Hu behind him: "What I believe is that the order of the Zhao family is by my father and son, not by the turtle!" (To be continued.) )