On the third day after the 50 "mighty generals" and 1,000 explosives bags arrived at Kip Stone Fort, the army that had finished recuperation marched in the direction of Luoyang. This time, Yang Xi, Pang Zhong, Gao Shi, Liu Guangting, Lu Chongben and other generals led the front army of 100,000 people to go first, Yan Wang Li Jue and Wang Sili led the Chinese army of 50,000 people to follow, and Tian Liangqiu led the rear army.

The speed of the army is not fast, because all the way, it is getting closer and closer to Luoyang, and no one can predict whether there will be any accidents. Near Luoyang, the terrain is relatively flat, and the sergeants of the special task force cannot clear all obstacles for the army, and almost the rebels who are fighting against the water will do anything, so Yang Xi ordered the soldiers to be more vigilant and not to march so fast every day in case of accidents. He also ordered Liu Guangting and Lu Chongben to lead 20,000 men each, and marched a few miles away on the left and right wings of the men and horses he personally led, guarding each other to avoid accidents.

At the same time, a large number of scouts and scouts were sent to investigate the situation in front.

Fortunately, in the few days after setting off from Kip Stone Fort, there was no special situation, according to the report of the special task force at the front, there were quite a few rebel scouts, and most of them were packed up for them. But Yang Xi didn't dare to have any carelessness, he and Pang Zhong led the rest of the 60,000 people in the front army together, and moved forward cautiously, whether it was marching or camping, they didn't dare to have any slackness.

On this day, after setting up camp, after discussing with the generals, he left Pang Zhong, who was about to leave, behind, and he wanted to discuss something unrelated to this military operation with Pang Zhong.

"General Pang, this marshal believes that Luoyang will be captured soon, the rebellion will be put down immediately, and the world will soon be peaceful," Yang Xi asked Pang Zhong with a smile, "I just don't know what the general's plans are after the war subsides?" Do you want to continue to lead the army abroad, or do you want to serve in Beijing? ”

Hearing Yang Xi ask like this, Pang Zhong was stunned for a moment. He didn't expect Yang Xi to ask about this today, but he couldn't react at once, and he didn't know how to answer.

"General Pang's performance in this counterinsurgency war is remarkable, and His Majesty has praised him several times in front of all the ministers," Yang Xi's face was still calm and smiling, "Your Majesty will no longer hold you responsible for the defeat of General Pang Lingbao, I believe that there will definitely be promotions after the war." Ben Shuai thinks that it is most suitable for you to return to Beijing after the war and serve in the forbidden army. I just don't know what General Pang himself means? ”

Yang Xi's "good intentions" came too suddenly, and Pang Zhong was stunned all of a sudden. Serving in the forbidden army was what most generals of his age aspired to do. has passed the passionate youth years, has commanded a lot of wars, won and lost a lot of battles, and has become famous, if you can no longer continue to go to the battlefield to kill, return to Beijing to serve, to serve in the highly respected palace forbidden army. Of course, it is something that a general of his age is very eager for.

Of course, Pang Zhong really wanted such a good thing to happen to him, but he also knew that it was extremely difficult to achieve.

For any general, it is a great honor to serve in the forbidden army. A general in the forbidden army. Even those middle- and low-level officers have quite a difficult background, and at least one thing must be achieved, that is, to gain the emperor's trust. This can't be done, that is the opportunity to serve in the forbidden army, Pang Zhong has never been eager for this. But today I suddenly heard Yang Xi say this. How not to shock him.

Yang Xi is now very favored by the emperor, and he was entrusted with the post of general of Zuolong Wuwei at a young age, although he is a school inspector, but there is not much difference in authority from the official task, I believe that after a while, the word "school inspection" will also be removed. But he Pang Zhong is a person who fought a big defeat, after so many years, he has never had the opportunity to be received by the emperor, let alone the emperor's favor, Yang Xi asked this, he must have wanted to recommend him to serve in the forbidden army. As soon as he thought of this, Pang Zhong felt a burst of excitement in his heart.

However, he also immediately understood that Yang Xi was showing favor to him, wanting to completely win him over and make him willing to be Yang Xi's cronies. To be honest, he doesn't mind being Yang Xi's cronies, after this period of contact, he feels that Yang Xi is a person with great achievements, as long as his father Yang Guozhong does not fall, the future is unlimited, and following Yang Xi to do things, then his future is also bright.

It's just that Yang Xi is too young, and it seems to be a loss of face to make Yang Xi, a person who is several times his age, a "little brother", so Yang Xi suddenly asked him about it, and many worries made him not know how to answer at once.

Of course, Yang Xi knew that his inquiry was a bit abrupt, but he didn't care at all, stared at Pang Zhong, and said more and more directly: "General Pang, this commander thinks that you are better than other generals in terms of strategy and courage, and I also believe that the defeat of Lingbao is just an accident, and he said the same in front of His Majesty." During this period of battle, we have cooperated very happily, and I hope that we will have the opportunity to continue to cooperate in the future. After this marshal returns to the court, he should continue to serve in General Zuo Longwu, and I really hope that General Pang can continue to work with me. If General Pang has any intention of serving in the forbidden army, you can tell this marshal in a clear way, and this marshal will strongly recommend you in front of His Majesty, and I believe that His Majesty will definitely agree. After all, when you are in the current era of the great enemy, you are dedicated to the country, loyal to the court, and have continuously made great contributions. ”

Yang Xi's meaning was direct enough, how could Pang Zhong still not understand his meaning, and he didn't dare to hesitate any longer, and immediately replied: "Back to Marshal, of course the last general is very much looking forward to serving in the forbidden army." It's just that the last general has always felt that his qualifications are not enough, and it is impossible for His Majesty to let the last general serve in the forbidden army, so he didn't dare to imagine it. If Marshal Yang had recommended him, His Majesty would have agreed to let the last general serve in the forbidden army, and the last general would have been very grateful to Marshal Yang. I also thank Marshal Yang for his support during this period of time, and for giving the last general so many opportunities to make meritorious contributions. In the next battle, the last general will also fight bravely, make more military exploits, and never disgrace the marshal. ”

"It's okay if you want, that Marshal won't say anything to you now, after the capture of Luoyang, I will talk to you about the post-war events, and many things will be detailed with the general at that time!"

"Yes, Marshal! At that time, we will definitely listen to Yang Xi's teachings!"

Yang Xi smiled, and after taking two steps with his hands behind his back, he said again: "General Pang, in the next battle to attack Luoyang, this commander will continue to hand over the task of the main attack to you, I hope you can make another meritorious service and be the first to lead the army to attack the head of Luoyang City!"

Hearing that Yang Xi handed over the task of attacking Luoyang to him, Pang Hao couldn't help but be overjoyed, and stepped forward again: "Thank you Marshal Yang for your love, the last general will definitely live up to his mission and lead the army to attack the city first." ”

Maybe this is the last big battle, to be the first to attack the city and capture the greatest feat, that must be the icing on the cake, this task falls on his head, how can Pang Zhong not be surprised.

"I hope you don't disappoint Ben Shuai, go ahead and prepare!"

"Yes, marshal, the last general will retire." (To be continued......)