"Want to leave?" When Yang Ling saw Red Lady's footsteps, he immediately said, "I thought Red Lady's promise was worth a thousand gold, unexpectedly …"
Red Lady's face was like a piece of red cloth. She gritted her teeth and said hatefully, "Today you called me here to bully me, right? Don't you want to negotiate? Let's talk about business first! I, Red Lady, have survived to this day without begging others. Don't think that you can take whatever you want from me. "
"Talking about love and negotiating, in fact, it's easier to be involved." Yang Ling said as he stood up and slowly walked toward Red Lady. "I'm not asking for repayment, and I'm not threatening you when you are on the brink of life and death. Others don't understand you, but I know it. Openly attacking Shaanxi, secretly escaping to Taihang. Ying 'er, do you really think I can't see it? Do you think if I didn't secretly let you go, you could have crossed the Yellow River? "
His hand grabbed Red Lady's shoulder. Red Lady was about to struggle free, but when she heard what he said, her eyes suddenly widened. She allowed him to hold her thin shoulder and said in a daze, "You … You already knew at that time? We … didn't deceive you? "
Yang Ling didn't answer. He pulled her to the table and said softly, "Don't be so stubborn. Ying 'er, you just said' don't think it's you '. These words have already revealed your feelings. You also know that our relationship is not ordinary, right?"
Red Lady's pretty face turned red, and her heart was in chaos. The man in front of her, she couldn't beat or scold him. She couldn't wait to love him. After thinking about it, she felt sad. She really wanted to lie in his arms … No, to cry on the table. How could she say anything?
Yang Ling pressed her onto a chair and placed a pair of ivory chopsticks in her hands. As he poured wine for her, he said in a gentle voice, "Come, let's eat first. We can talk about this slowly."
Red Lady picked up a piece of meat and put it into her mouth. Before she chewed, tears streamed down her face. She choked with sobs and said, "What did I owe you in my previous life? If I hadn't met you, if it hadn't been for that night … if it hadn't been for … how could I, Red Lady, come and go without any worries? Yang Ling, I hate you. You bullied me. You bullied me. Boohoo … "
She couldn't pretend anymore. She turned her head and hugged Yang Ling's waist. She buried her face in his chest and burst into tears. Yang Ling breathed a sigh of relief. He was afraid that she would be stubborn. As long as her hard shell was broken, it would be easy to deal with her. If Yang Ling knew that Red Lady already had his child and had this unbreakable love, he wouldn't need to go through so much trouble to torture her heart. No one knew whether he would feel a little distressed. Anyway, there was a complacent and treacherous smile hanging on the corner of his mouth.
The actions of a wise man are to turn misfortune into fortune, to succeed because of failure. Yang Ling was good at finding favorable factors from unfavorable circumstances. If the opponent was a woman who had fallen into the trap of love and was struggling, then … it would be difficult not to win in a despicable and shameless manner.
Letting Red Lady shed tears to her heart's content, venting her tormented emotions, until her tears dyed her clothes. Until she felt embarrassed and left his embrace, lowering her head and not daring to look up, Yang Ling sat down next to her, took out a handkerchief, gently wiped away her tears, and softly said, "Ying 'er, look at your appearance. I haven't seen you for a few days, but you've become thinner. Your chin is sharp, your eyes are big, and your skin is a bit dark …"
As Cui Ying'er listened, she couldn't help but touch her eyebrows and lips as he said. Did she become ugly? Her heart couldn't help but feel a little flustered. But then she heard Yang Ling continue, "Although you are still so beautiful, it makes my heart ache when I see you."
Cui Ying 'er breathed a sigh of relief, but she didn't want to answer his question. She fiercely glared at Yang Ling and turned her head away in a fit of pique.
Yang Ling, while serving her the dishes, said, "Don't worry and eat, don't be afraid. There are no drugs in the wine and dishes. Let's eat and talk."
Cui Ying 'er snorted and ate the dishes in big mouthfuls. She intentionally gave him a sidelong glance as if she was trying to show off his' no drugs, don't be afraid 'words.
Yang Ling looked at her with a smile. He picked up his wine cup and took a sip, saying, "How could I be willing to poison you to death? It's just a little anesthetic that's similar to the one used at the same time … "
Cui Ying 'er had just swallowed a mouthful of wine. Choking, she coughed until her face turned red. Her willowy eyebrows stood erect as she angrily said, "You … you are shameless, you actually put those shameful things in my wine."
She was afraid that the drug would act up again, so she immediately wanted to leave. Yang Ling stretched out his arm and firmly grasped her firm and round waist. He said with a smile, "Just kidding, just kidding. How could I be so shameless? There are no drugs, there are really no drugs. If you don't believe me, I'll take a sip. "
Without waiting for Red Madame to stop him, he picked up Cui Ying 'er's wine cup and drank the remaining half of the wine. Cui Ying 'er was angry and amused at the same time. She deliberately pretended not to see him deliberately drinking at the place where she drank, but angrily said, "Can you be a little serious? You are a duke! "
"Of course I'm serious. I'm a duke, so I have to have a bit of a duke's style. How could I do that kind of petty thing? I will wait for you to take the initiative to undress me. "
"You!" Cui Ying 'er was repeatedly teased by him and was really a little angry, "You are not serious at all." She swung her hand and wanted to leave, but the tone of her voice was like that of a little girl. It seemed to be angry and spoiled, but there was no anger in it.
Yang Ling smiled and held her hand tightly, not letting go. He said softly, "Ying 'er, are you not willing?"
Cui Ying 'er was flustered by his burning, affectionate, and slightly overbearing gaze. That pair of eyes did not dare to look at her anymore and hurriedly lowered her head. The room was quiet and for a moment, there was a kind of charming atmosphere quietly floating.
Cui Ying 'er, who had never experienced this kind of love before, was feeling flustered by this kind of atmosphere. Yang Ling coughed and changed his expression in a flash. He said very seriously, "You gathered people to rebel, moving unhindered from north to south, causing a lot of trouble. Now that you are about to be defeated, the imperial court can only use all their strength to annihilate you and announce your punishment to the world. According to the country's law, they will definitely not do anything to appease you …"
"En?" Red Madame blinked her pair of starry eyes in confusion. She could not keep up with the jumping speed of Yang Ling's thoughts.
"I'm talking about official business now." Yang Ling coughed and explained.
"Oh!" She answered very obediently. Her voice was as soft as a kitten's moan.
Yang Ling, Duke Wei of the Ming Destiny Dynasty, and Red Madame, the leader of the last rebellious force of the all-powerful White Coat Army, started the appeasing meeting in a villa built by a rich gentleman halfway up Xiantai Mountain.
Yang Ling held Red Madame's slender waist with one hand and served her food with the other hand. He was explaining the imperial court's policy. The meeting was held in a harmonious, warm, friendly, and charming atmosphere …
* * *
"I object!"
"I object!"
"I object!"
"I object … Ying 'er, you should consider everyone's opinion first." Zhen Yangge had just jumped out. When he saw Red Madame's gloomy face and puckered lips, his expression was not very good. He immediately changed his words, laughed twice and shrank back.
There were no outsiders present. They were all the leaders of the stronghold, Xie Zhongcai, Xie Zhongbao, Feng Lei, and Zhen Yangge. Red Lady didn't tell them everything in advance, because the location of the negotiation was between the army and the mountains they occupied. Red Lady knew that Yang Ling wouldn't set up an ambush to kill her, but she didn't have a reasonable reason to convince the other leaders, so she found an excuse and quietly went to the meeting.
Now that she was back, she invited all the leaders. Just as she explained the matter clearly, everyone could not help but jump out.
Cui Ying 'er looked at their expression and sighed, "Why do you object? Do you still have the intention to rebel? "
"No, but your second uncle died tragically in the hands of the soldiers. Now you want us to surrender and work for the soldiers. How can there be such a good thing in the world?" Xie Zhongcai said with grief and indignation.
The second leader of the Cui stronghold, Cheng Laoshi, supported Zhao Gao to the west bank of the Yangtze River. In the end, because Yang Ling blocked the bridge with crossbows, the last batch of people could not cross. Zhao Gao was shot in the chest and his intestines were smashed. Cheng Laoshi saw that the situation was not good and jumped into the water to escape from the bottom of the boat. But before he could reach the other side, the bridge was cut by Madman Zhao. Cheng Laoshi, who had sat in a bathtub when he was in his fifties, disappeared without a trace. There was still no news until now, so naturally he was dead.
Red Madame choked. Knitting her brows tightly, she said, "Fifth Uncle, it's not that Ying 'er doesn't want to avenge Er Shu, but every injustice has its perpetrator, every debt has its debtor. We Lulin people have Lulin people's rules, they are soldiers, we are bandits. On the battlefield, swords and spears have no eyes, we have to fight fair and square, we have to rely on our own ability to fight, life and death are up to the Heavens, this kind of enmity cannot be sought.
What's more, we're already trapped here. If we're talking about death, I'm not afraid, you're not afraid, and we, the five thousand good brothers who have followed each other through life and death, aren't afraid. But how can I bear to let the old, weak, women, and children die together with us? There are thousands of old and young who can't even lift a sword. That little bit of food has been eaten by us. As long as we die, this winter … this winter, the thousands of people in the mountains will starve to death and freeze to death. Have you thought about it? "
Xie Zhongcai and his brother were speechless. People died on the battlefield and they still wanted to seek revenge. Even if they were bandits, they did not feel that they were in the right. It was just that their old brothers died tragically in the hands of the soldiers and they did not want revenge. But accepting the conditions of enlistment meant that they had to work for the soldiers. Emotionally, they could not accept it.
Red Madame laughed bitterly and said, "Do we have any other choice? Either we die and the women and children of the stronghold die together. Or, we surrender and join the official army. The officials will settle down our families. Tell me, do we have a third choice? "
Her bright eyes slowly swept across everyone. Zhen Yangge and the Xie brothers were silent. They were, after all, old people. Even though they had been bandits for their entire lives, they would not be so impulsive when they thought of things. Ying 'er was right. Did they have any other choice? If it was not for the fact that the imperial court was in need of manpower, they would not even enlist them. It could be said that this was the favor of the heavens. They were given a chance. What else could they ask for?
"Not necessarily … there is no third choice." Feng Lei suddenly opened his mouth. "Zhou Dean used a fake enlistment plan to deceive the old master. He caused the stronghold to let down their guard and was ambushed by him. Can't we do the same to him now? He, as a dignified State Duke, came to enlist us. It is not a fake. But since Da Xiaojie agreed to come back and discuss with them, they will think that we have no other way out and can only surrender. Therefore, the defense will inevitably be lax. If we break out tonight, maybe we can break out and kill our way back to Taihang Mountains. "
Red Madame shook her head. "Impossible," she said, "If we agree, I will meet with them and let them arrange the exit. At the same time, I will go back to the stronghold and see how they arrange our families and children. As for our men and horses, the officers and soldiers will not open the road back to Taihang Mountains. They will only allow us to go north.
Because this matter is confidential, not many among the officers and soldiers know that we have surrendered. Therefore, the road back to Taihang Mountains will always be blocked. Moreover, this time we did not get any rations. Even if we return to the mountain, so what? Don't tell me we have a way out? "
Feng Lei was speechless. But he felt uncomfortable in his heart to be tied up and surrender to the officers and soldiers. He thought for a moment and said, "Today I went down the mountain to find out the situation. I unexpectedly found that a large area on the west road is guarded by the militia. Presumably, there are not enough officers and soldiers, so they also called the militia to surround the mountain. What kind of fighting power can those temporarily recruited militia have?
I want to find out more about the situation, to find out their actual situation. If there is an opportunity, we will choose this direction to break out of the encirclement. There must be some rations in their barracks, we can take some along the way. As long as we return to Taihang Mountains, as long as we can survive this winter, we will have a firm foothold. In any case, we will not go out of the mountain to conquer the world. As long as there is a glimmer of hope, in the end, they will not be willing to surrender to the officers and soldiers.
Red Madame sighed softly. Yang Ling told her that she must not be too optimistic. This group of arrogant soldiers and valiant generals under her command naturally had a rebellious mentality toward the officers and soldiers. They were not that easy to tame. She did not quite believe it. It seemed that after being with these people day and night, her vision was not as profound as Yang Ling's. As long as there was a glimmer of hope, in the end, they would not be willing to surrender to the officers and soldiers.
Red Madame did not want to force them too hard. They had rebelled against the officers and soldiers all their lives. She had to let them think about it and come back. She nodded and said, "Well, if you want to spy on the military situation, then take a few more brothers and be careful. Since the imperial court is willing to transfer this militia, I believe that their fighting power is different from ordinary militia. You must not be negligent."
"Yes!" Feng Lei's spirit was aroused. He straightened his back and replied.
Red Madame's eyes narrowed and said, "Our food is going to run out soon. If we continue to delay, we won't even have the strength to guard the mountain. So, for the sake of the innocent old and young in the stronghold, we can't give up this opportunity. If we can't find the possibility of leaving the camp tonight, then … "
"Eldest Miss, rest assured. I, Feng Lei, will not take the lives of so many brothers and the uncles, aunts, sisters-in-law and children of the stronghold as a joke. If there is really no way out, then I will follow you and surrender to the officers and soldiers. No matter where I go, I will always follow you."
Red Madame avoided his burning gaze and nodded, "Well, then you go and prepare."
* * *
Cloth robes, white cloth wrapped around the head, and green scarves tied around the waist. Although they were not as bright as the officers and soldiers, they were still in neat formation. Their murderous aura filled the sky, and their spirit was even a bit better. The power of religion was strong. The blind believers had no complaints about life or death. They didn't care about the price they had to pay. This kind of force was absolutely convinced by their spirit. It was the most terrifying military knife.
Knives, shields, spears, and crossbows were in their hands. According to the different patterns drawn by the waving lights, the formation quickly changed. Square formation, half moon formation, fish scale formation, sharp arrow formation, crane wing formation, crescent moon formation, wild goose formation, long snake formation, and balance yoke formation. The formation constantly changed. Banners fluttered in the wind. Hu jia, Hu gu, golden gong, and buglers also conveyed various combat orders at any time. From the beginning to the end, chaotic shouts came from the military formation, simulating the war scene, so that the soldiers could adapt to the chaotic and noisy scene.
During the day, it was mainly flag language, and at night, it was mainly lantern language. In addition, there were various other musical instruments. Now the sun was setting, and the sky was as red as blood. The night had not yet fallen. The militia that had mastered the command of flag language and voice language was actually the Maitreya Sect's Incense Army. They were still tirelessly practicing the military formation at night.
Zhang Yin rode on a horse and stood on the hillside watching the evolution of the army. Sword and shield wielders, spears, and crossbow wielders, the formation changed, and they practiced martial arts. Every move and every move revealed the depth of the army. It could be seen that this army had already taken shape. They advanced and retreated, and the military discipline was in order.
Looking at the already strong armed team, Zhang Yin smiled and nodded. He turned his head to Jiang Nanyan who was on the horse beside him and said, "Well, not bad, they already have some shape. They should be able to be used to charge and break through the enemy lines. Unfortunately, they are still a militia now. If they were equipped with cavalry, carriage, and firearms, they would be incomparably powerful. "
Jiang Nanyan smiled meaningfully and said, "That day is not far away. The news that the imperial court intends to form a militia to replace the current Imperial Guards has long been spread. Now there is only one White Coat Army left, but the world is still forming a militia. It seems that this news is true. Your army, I believe that it will not be long before they are fully equipped with armor, carriages, horses, and infantry. In addition, there are more than a hundred heavy cannons, hehehe … "
"Hahahaha …" Hearing this, Zhang Yin could not help but laugh to the sky. A strong armed force that was completely loyal to him and belonged to him. The thought of this made his blood boil. Liu Liu and Liu Qi, with a few hundred mobs, finally stirred up a monstrous wave. If I have an incomparably strong regular army, with the support of King Ning from the south and the support of believers from all over the north, won't the great event be just around the corner?
The gongs sounded and the battle formation quickly evolved into a square formation. The neat formation, the gleaming swords and spears, and the fluttering flags of various colors gathered to form a majestic and magnificent military drill.
Zhang Yin took a deep breath and looked at the magnificent scene. Standing at such a high place, he had the feeling of an emperor being worshipped by the people. "A wise man should borrow power to move forward, borrow power to build momentum. I first borrowed the power of the Bazhou mountain bandits, then borrowed the power of the Mobei Tartars, and then borrowed the power of the White Coat Army. Now, I finally have this situation."
"What a pity," he said with a face full of regret, "the troops in the mountains are elite cavalry that have fought from the north to the south. If they could be used by me, I would be like a tiger with wings. What a pity that they are trapped here and unable to move. Seeing that they are all about to die, it is really a pity …"
"Then why doesn't cult master think of a way to let this trapped tiger escape back to Taihang. Most of their leaders died in the hands of the imperial court, especially Red Lady. Her father and husband all died in the hands of the soldiers. It can be said that there is a blood feud between them. If she can be subdued, in order to avenge her father and husband, she will become the most loyal person to cult master. "
Zhang Yin shook his head and said, "It is difficult. They are surrounded on all sides. Wherever they go, the defending general will have to bear a huge responsibility. Miao Kui is no more than a mediocre and useless eunuch. He did not accomplish anything in attacking Zhongtiao Mountain. He besieged and annihilated the Jiangnan bandits and watched them cross the Yangtze River. Red Lady only had a mere five thousand men and unexpectedly escaped back to Taihang from under his eyes. This person does not have any ability.
I originally wanted to take advantage of the fact that he was in charge of the battle to go forward and request for battle. I wanted to instigate him to enter the mountains to annihilate the enemy. Then we can take advantage of the fact that all the troops are mixed up and let Red Lady go. It is a pity that I was too late. Just as I was rushing over, I heard that Yang Ling had rushed over from the capital. "
"Yang Ling?" Jiang Nanyan was shocked. "Cult Master has seen him?"
"No," Zhang Yin replied, "I have met him several times, so I should pay my respects. But I don't know why, but when I went to ask for him, that servant Miao Kui ran out with a copy of the 'Romance of the Western Chamber' and sent me away with a bunch of nonsensical reasons. It is really strange. Yang Ling came to supervise the battle, but he avoided meeting me, the general who leads the troops. It is really strange. Later on, I must send someone to investigate carefully."
"A eunuch reading the 'Romance of the Western Chamber'? Is there something strange going on here? "Jiang Nanyan interrupted and asked.
Zhang Yin thought it was funny. "I don't think so," he said, "I guess that eunuch is bored. Ay, it is just that when Yang Ling came, I did not dare to carelessly stick my head out. That person is very shrewd; I cannot let him have the slightest bit of suspicion. In order to show my loyalty, these mountain mounted bandits will have to become a piece of meat on my chopping board. Let me … "
As he was saying this, he turned his head and waved his horsewhip toward the mountain. Zhang Yin suddenly stopped talking. As if he had sensed something, a cold light flashed in his eyes and a layer of murderous aura quietly emerged.
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