The blood on the decks of more than a dozen large ships was diluted by the sea, and the arrows were put away. The holes and rows of corpses left behind tell the brutality of war. The ship rises and falls with the waves, like the ups and downs of the captives' hearts.

Han Shizhong and Hu Yanqing talked for a while, and by the way, they informed Chao Gai of his cousin's identity, and after greeting each other, they talked about business. The smile on his face retracted, and he became that cold appearance again.

"Commander Huyan, why did the Dengju Navy attack my Jeju soldiers and horses for no reason? The chief steward and his wife were almost killed, and they attacked and killed the court officials, and they should be punished. ”

"Adults don't know, there is a secret in it." Hu Yanqing muttered in his heart that this kid turned his face faster than turning a book, but he smiled at Chao Gai, which showed that he was worried.

It turned out that the attack on the prison camp on Salmon Island caused heavy casualties and a number of criminals were robbed. The name of the Somali Pirate Regiment spread, and the court was furious. When the imperial lieutenant Gao Yu severely reprimanded the Dengzhou forbidden army for its incompetence, the water army rice bucket. The local government was ordered to find out the truth and track down the whereabouts of the pirates.

Under pressure from many quarters, the Naval Commander patrolled the sea all day to track down suspicious persons. For a month, I got nothing, and I was reprimanded. Today, I accidentally ran into an unknown fleet, so I decisively came to check. The first battalion of the sailor division was held accountable for the greatest responsibility, and all the officers and men worked hard.

Chao Gai secretly said that it was indeed a matter of Shamen Island, his face was cold, and his attitude was not good: "Hmph, this is not a reason!" We have waved the flag and informed your army. Even if we are at sea, your ministry has the right to conduct routine inspections. But why did he suddenly attack our department, causing the officers and men under his command to think that they had encountered Somali pirates, and the two armies clashed and fought, who would be responsible? ”

Ruan Xiaoqi happened to come over, opened his throat and shouted: "If it weren't for the mercy of my subordinates, I am afraid that with these boats of stinky fish and rotten shrimp, I am afraid that they would have been killed and injured long ago." I thought it would be a great achievement to catch the robbers, but I didn't expect it to be a misunderstanding. ”

When the captives on the ship heard this, some lowered their heads in shame, some were numb and did not react, and some stared at Ruan Xiaoqi angrily. It's like questioning you, and when you attack, it's like fighting to the death.

Hu Yanqing felt that the atmosphere was not right, and he was afraid that Chao Gai would stare at these captives and kill them. He sighed in his heart and took the initiative to shirk the matter: "Hey, my lord, the responsibility lies with Liu Mao in the command room, this person has been in office for more than ten years, and he has bullied the good, and it is all his own decision, and it has nothing to do with the soldiers." ”

"So where is this man? Why hasn't it been interrogated yet? Chao Gai glanced at the captive.

Where? Killed by you. The captives wanted to roar, but no one dared. They all looked at the confiscated corpse that had been nailed to the cabin.

Chao Gai caught their eyes, and after looking at them, his brows furrowed, this was not the first bed crossbowman he aimed to kill? Is it?

Sure enough, Hu Yanqing next to him smiled bitterly and confirmed: "My lord, that is the commander of the first battalion Liu Mao, and he was also the first to be shot." ”

"That's more than innocent." Chao Gai said coldly. Then he looked at Hu Yanqing: "Commander Hu Yan, this matter is not trivial, the soldiers on both sides have casualties to each other, and the general manager can't just leave, and he must ask for an explanation." Dengzhou Navy Division, is it to Dengzhou Zhizhou moderation? ”

"Yes, the Sailor Battalion is part of the Forbidden Army." Hu Yanqing nodded, and he was also relieved. As soon as this master left, he was the one who took the pot.

"Okay, then let's go to Dengzhou!" Chao Gai did not hesitate and decisively ordered to turn around and go to Dengzhou. Then he muttered in Ruan Xiaoqi's ear for a while. The latter's eyes lit up, nodded busily, and patted his chest.

Hu Yanqing led the second battalion of the Dengzhou Naval Division to lead the way in front.

The Chao family army sailed dozens of ships to follow, one after the other, mighty. Several large ships of 3,600 materials were taken over by Ruan Xiaoqi, and the sailors and prisoners who were originally on board were transferred away and driven away from the team.

In front of everyone's eyes, I don't know where I went!

How did they know that the Chao family army was extremely short of big ships, and there was no place to buy them if they had money. Now that there are more than a dozen, how can they let go?

It is estimated that there is no return. Hu Yanqing had a faint premonition, and felt that he was doing something as the commander of the Dengzhou Naval Division, so he deliberately jumped back and forth between the fleets to the flagship where Chao Gai was located, and found Chao Gai to explain the matter.

"My lord, how many ships?" Hu Yanqing looked in the direction where the ship had disappeared.

"The boat is good, I want it." Chao Gai was blunt.

Hu Yanqing let out an "ah" and looked at Chao Gai in astonishment. Unexpectedly, Jeju, the chief of soldiers and horses, was curious, but the banditry was justified.

"But those boats are Dengzhou Sailors......" Hu Yanqing reminded stubbornly. I know I can't stop the other party, but there are some things that have to be said.

Chao Gai waved his hand to interrupt, and said with a smile: "Hey, General Huyan, I will clarify this matter with the governor of Dengzhou, and Chao has the right to requisition." ”

"Requisition?" Hu Yanqing was a little puzzled.

"Yes, I can recruit ships, and people are no exception." Chao Gai smiled, then enthusiastically pulled the other party to sit down, and asked Han Shizhong to make a pot of tea. The two of them drank tea like friends, talking about why they were able to recruit.

The holy decree of carving dragons and painting phoenixes has been taken out many times to bluff people, and it is a little crumpled. Rao is like this, Hu Yanqing was completely dumbfounded when he saw the official position above. The highest official position of the military general, Chao Gai really has the right to be recruited.

This commander, who has been in the navy for many years, has a much more respectful attitude. Next, Han Shizhong, Chen Hu, Ruan Xiaoqi, Hu Sanniang and others will gather. Li Qingwan, Li Shishi, and Li Qingzhao also walked out of the cabin.

Chao Gai introduced everyone to Hu Yanqing one by one, and the two sides greeted each other warmly. The crowd sat around and talked about everything from the training and combat of the naval forces to the deployment and control of the coastal areas and the current situation, and the laughter continued.

Half an hour has passed since this chat.

Wu Yuanqing felt that Chao Gai was a wonderful person, and many ideas were whimsical but worth trying. It's paradoxical to be easy-going and domineering. Especially the other party is long-sighted, bold and careful, and is by no means willing to be subordinate.

Chao Gai was in a similar mood, and the more he chatted with the other party, the happier he became. This man did not insult the prestige of the founding general Hu Yanzan, and his ancestral whip method was proficient and his martial arts were strong. Proficient in water warfare, arranging troops, no difference, water defense operations, all fine. Experienced in naval warfare should not be underestimated.

He is a rare good general!

Chao Gai felt that as long as he could join the Chao family army, the instructors of the navy army did not have to worry. In addition, as I talked, I also confirmed that I was not wrong. After the founding general Hu Yanzan, how could a bloody man betray the country? Excluded Lianjin to resist Liao, because the caravan from the north brought back news.

The Liao State lost many victories and lost a lot of land, so there was no need to unite at all.

Hu Yanqing seemed to be in a state, holding the teacup and not moving for a long time, expounding his opinion: "In fact, the young general thinks that he should take advantage of this opportunity to strengthen military training. Help the Liao State at a critical moment, if you lose this barrier, you don't know what the situation is in the face of more ferocious Jurchen barbarians? ”

"Needless to say? The Han people are two-legged sheep, slaves for men, and playthings for women. Chao Gai also talked about his own views and guided Qiu Jin's thoughts.

"So the Heavenly King wiped out Zengtou City in one go?"

"The Jurchen cannot be kept, prevent it before it happens, and eliminate hidden dangers." Chao Gai's words are categorical and murderous, and he has not regressed in the slightest in this matter.

"I wonder what General Huyan has planned?" Han Shizhong poured tea for Hu Yanqing. He knew that Chao Gai wanted to recruit this person, and he felt the need for it. And it's the uncle of his own good brother, so he asked.

Hu Yanqing thought of the Bianliang City Naval Division's New Year's performance, and the Ping Navy and Wei Navy's other naval divisions only patrolled back and forth, and couldn't help but shake his head and sigh: "Hey, in addition to cooperating with the bandits, the naval army is patrolling and alert, and there is no hope." ”

The shipbuilding industry of the Great Song Dynasty was developed, with four or five thousand official ships, most of which were used for transshipment. The sailors of all walks of life are not taken seriously, and the Ping Navy still has so many ships or important land. If you want to rely on patrols and vigilance to make contributions, it is estimated that there is little hope. ”

"General Huyan, people must have ideals and ambitions, I don't know if they are willing to go under Chao?" Chao Gai saw the gloom on the man's face, smiled and invited.

"The adult is called, and the young general dares to disobey?" Hu Yanqing was overjoyed, and got up to worship.

"You wait a minute, I have something to say?" Chao Gai hurriedly supported the other party, looked at him with four eyes, and said solemnly: "Today, above the court, traitors are in charge, brutalizing Zhongliang, may it fall on my head one day?" But I have a wife and children, and I won't be slaughtered, so you understand? ”

The joy on Hu Yanqing's face gradually converged and became serious. He was quite brainy, and he could understand Chao Gai's words. Turning his head to look at the crossbow arrow nailed to the deck, and thinking about Liu Mao who was nailed to the deck, the two are contrasted, and the way of death is the same.

It can be seen that Chao Gai is by no means easy to deal with.

Chao Gai didn't care about Hu Yanqing's change in expression, and said solemnly: "Follow me, you have to be ready to tear your face with the Song Dynasty." I promise you won't regret it, the Huyan family will shine again. It won't be so half-dead. Big cats and kittens, three or two. ”

Hu Yanqing has been in the army for many years, and his ability has been recognized by everyone. Ruan Xiaoqi and Han Shizhong next to him glanced at each other and persuaded one after another.

"General Huyan, I Xiaoqi used to be a fisherman, and I didn't even have decent clothes. Look at today, there are thousands of sons and daughters in command of an army. ”

"If you fight, you will change your fate."

"Yes, I will repair the book again and let the Huyantong brothers come and get together."

……

Hu Yanqing is not an ordinary person, nor is he old-fashioned and stubborn. When he was young, he walked the rivers and lakes, acted chivalrous and righteous, and was a hot-blooded man. I have been in officialdom for many years, I have seen too much darkness, and I feel a lot of grievances in my heart! I also thought of Han Shizhong, an officer of the Western Army, who left the army and came to Chao Gai.

The man made up his mind, and suddenly got up and bowed to Chao Gaina: "Brother, the younger brother is willing to follow his brother, and he will not give up." ”

"Okay, brothers, hurry up, with the help of brothers, there will be more fierce generals in the navy." Chao Gai was overjoyed, and stretched out his hands to help Hu Yanqing up: "Brother, don't worry, after you return to Dengzhou, I will recruit you away." ”

"Yes, it's all up to my brother."

"Here, take this." Chao Gai took the gold handed over by Han Shizhong and stuffed it into Hu Yanqing's hand, and in the other party's puzzled and surprised eyes, he briefly mentioned the settlement fee, and asked the brothers to get to know each other again.

Dozens of ships braved the wind and waves and quickly anchored near Dengzhou!