After introducing Lin Yun to everyone, the Southern Summer King went on to introduce the other generals to Lin Yun.
The one with the highest position and the greatest authority at the frontlines was naturally the Founding General Nangong Martyr. He was the commander-in-chief of the frontlines. In the entire Southern Summer Army, his military position was second only to the Guardian King.
Dongfang Zhan, who was ranked second among the Guardian Generals, was the deputy commander-in-chief of the frontlines. His position was second only to Nangong Martyr.
In addition, there were three other Guardian Generals at the frontlines. They were Nangong Tyrannical, Shangguan Lengxue, and Hua Wuqing.
Like Dongfang Zhan, the three of them were middle-aged men in their forties. They were all sturdy like wild beasts in the mountains.
After a brief introduction, a certain number of people entered the stronghold.
The scale of the stronghold was very large. There were a total of five giant fortresses, and the structure was very enclosed.
The five Guardian Generals led the 500,000 strong Southern Summer Army and were stationed in the five giant fortresses.
The five giant fortresses were connected by a thirty-meter-tall wall. Together, they formed a great wall that blocked the gap between the two mountains.
The inside of the wall was not a solid structure. There was an internal passage in the center of the wall that connected the five steel fortresses. This allowed the army to move quickly through the passage and mobilize troops to assist in the battle at any time.
The Southern Summer King Country used several decades to complete such a huge project. It really used the power of the country at that time.
Among the five giant fortresses, there was a slightly larger one. It was the main fortress of the stronghold.
After Nangong Martyr, he brought the Southern Summer King, the Great Generals, and Lin Yun to the main fortress. They began to discuss the affairs of the country and carry out various strategic arrangements.
When the matter of Bai Yunfei's treason was mentioned, the atmosphere suddenly became oppressive.
Dongfang Zhan stood up and knelt on one knee before the Southern Summer King, asking for forgiveness, "Bai Yunfei's treason was due to my lack of supervision. Your Majesty, please punish me!"
The Southern Summer King waved his hand, "There are traitors in any dynasty. How can they be eradicated? General Dongfang was able to discover it in time and nip it in the bud. This has already uprooted the root of the disaster for the Southern Summer Kingdom, so there is no need to blame yourself. "
Dongfang Zhan shook his head and said with self-blame, "Bai Yunfei was my subordinate. He did such a disgraceful thing. I have let Your Majesty and the millions of people of the Southern Summer Kingdom down. If Your Majesty does not punish me, I will feel uneasy! "
The Southern Summer King said in a comforting voice, "General Dongfang's merits are illustrious, guarding the frontlines cannot go unnoticed. This time you can make up for your mistakes."
"Meritorious service will be rewarded, and mistakes will be punished. Meritorious service will be, and Bai will be King, King will be Fei. Your Majesty, there is no need to persuade me any further. This general will cut off one of my arms as an apology! "Finished speaking, Dongfang Zhan drew his sword from his waist and chopped off his left arm.
"No!" The King Yun thought that would thought. "Summer Dongfang" Long Yun's Emperor would Lin Chen would would would Yun Ming.
He didn't expect Nangong to be Lin Chen's Emperor Long Yun. He just sat there calmly and watched Dongfang Zhan Long Yun cripple his own arm.
The Southern Summer King had no choice but to stop Dongfang Zhan himself. He stood up and grabbed Dongfang Zhan's sword-wielding hand.
But at that moment, Dongfang Zhan's sword had already cut open the sturdy golden pauldron and was deeply embedded in his shoulder muscles. Blood flowed out of the broken pauldron and flowed down the golden armor.
Fortunately, the Southern Summer King acted in time. If he was a step late, Dongfang Zhan's arm would have been separated from his body.
"Your Majesty!" Dongfang Zhan looked at the Southern Summer King, his eyes still filled with self-blame.
The Southern Summer King couldn't bear it and said, "The Southern Summer Kingdom needs people. General Dongfang, why do you have to do this?"
Murong Tuohai also advised, "General Dongfang, the war between the Southern Summer Kingdom and the Northern Yan Kingdom is about to start. Right now, what the Southern Summer Kingdom needs the most is a general with both courage and wisdom like you. "
"Not only are you a rare general, but you are also one of the top experts in the Southern Summer Kingdom. If you cripple your own arm, not only will it affect your own strength, but it will also cause the Southern Summer Kingdom to lose a large portion of its military strength! "
"His Majesty doesn't want to see the Southern Summer Kingdom's military strength suffer. Can you understand his painstaking efforts?"
"Rather than blaming yourself and apologizing, why don't you kill the enemy on the battlefield and take the enemy's head?"
Murong Tuohai's words seemed to have finally convinced Dongfang Zhan. He slowly loosened his grip on his sword and said, "The great scholar is right. Now that we are facing a great enemy, I should indeed sacrifice my life on the battlefield."
The Southern Summer King helped Dongfang Zhan up and said, "General Dongfang, please get up. With loyal generals like you and the old general, the Southern Summer Kingdom won't have to worry about losing our hinterland."
"Your Majesty is righteous. I will go through water and tread on fire. Even if I have to die, I will not hesitate!" After Dongfang Hao got up, he cupped his fists in front of the Southern Summer King.
Nangong calmly sat on his seat and didn't say a word.
The Southern Summer King said, "The war could break out at any time. General Dongfang, you should quickly return to the camp to treat your injuries. As the Deputy Commander of the frontline army, you can't be negligent. You must maintain your best condition at all times."
"Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. I will take my leave." Dongfang Hao cupped his fists in front of his chest and left the conference room.
At the moment he turned around, a cunning look flashed in his eyes. Although it was just a flash, it was still caught by the sharp Lin Yun.
…
In the dead of night.
The Southern Summer King stood alone on the watchtower. His bright and piercing eyes gazed at the far north, taking in everything in a panoramic view.
Seeing the homeland occupied by the enemy country, the Southern Summer King seemed to be able to see the countless Southern Summer compatriots who had died in battle on that land. The lofty aspiration to wipe away the national shame ignited in his heart.
Just as the Southern Summer King was lost in his thoughts, a light cough suddenly came from behind him.
The Southern Summer King's thoughts were interrupted. He was originally a little dissatisfied, but when he turned around and saw that it was Nangong Nangong, his dissatisfaction was immediately replaced by respect: "Old General, is there something you need from me so late at night?"
Nangong Nangong Nangong walked in front of the Southern Summer King, cupped his fists and said to the Southern Summer King, "This old soldier wants to give Your Majesty a piece of advice."
"What is it that you have to say it in private?" Yan Nan Wang was a little curious.
Nangong fell silent for a moment before saying, "Dongfang Zhan cannot be trusted!"
The Southern Summer King was very surprised. "General Dongfang not only has outstanding military service, but he is also humble and never asks for credit. He is a good general with a strong sense of responsibility. Why can't he be trusted?"
Nangong sighed and said, "Your Majesty, you may not know this, but I have been with Dongfang Zhan for ten years. My understanding of Dongfang Zhan is more thorough than Your Majesty."
"What do you mean by that, Old General?" the Southern Summer King asked curiously.
Nangong Martyr continued, "Not greedy for small achievements and small profits, either you have no interest in these things, or you are hiding a greater ambition and aspiration."
"Dongfang Zhan has a calm temperament and doesn't show his emotions easily. However, this old soldier can see that he is extremely scheming. Under the surface of loyalty and devotion, he hides great ambitions and aspirations. "
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