Chapter 302

The Governor's family quickly walked into the hall and bowed to Liu Ting. "The Governor invites Zongbing Liu to meet him in the study room!" Then he nodded to Ye Xiaotian and said, "Thank you for waiting for a moment, Commander Ye!"

Ye Xiaotian quickly said, "Of course, of course! Waiting for a moment is nothing, General Liu's matter is more important. General Liu, this way! "

Liu Ting nodded and strode towards the door. When he reached the door, he suddenly stopped and turned back to give Ye Xiaotian a deep look before leaving with his head held high.

When Liu Ting reached the study room, the family member raised his voice and said, "Master, General Liu is here!" He then waved to Liu Ting and said, "Zongbing Daren, this way please!"

Liu Ting stepped into the study room and saw Li Hualong standing up with a smile and looking at him.

Liu Ting quickly cupped his hands and said, "This lowly official Liu Ting greets the Governor!"

"No need to be so polite. Come, sit, sit! Have some tea!"

Li Hualong politely invited Liu Ting to take a seat and slowly said, "What is the matter for Shengwu to see this Governor?"

Liu Ting hesitated for a moment and said, "More than 200,000 soldiers have gathered in Chongqing. Their morale is high and their spirit is like a rainbow. At this time, they should go all out in one go. However, the Governor has been strategizing and has not directed the army towards Bozhou. This lowly general is puzzled, so … presumptuous to ask for advice!"

Liu Ting originally wanted to beat around the bush and ask about the Brocade Guards appearing around his house. He wanted to figure out the court's attitude towards him, but he did not expect Li Hualong to say such things at the last moment.

Li Hualong listened to his words and showed a worried expression. He let out a long sigh and said, "How could this Governor not understand the principle of speed? Unfortunately … I am lacking a Zongbing!"

The Zongbing he said was the Commander of the military, but in reality, it was the Zongbing. The same Zongbing had different ranks and positions. For example, the Garrison Zongbing, the Assistant Zongbing, and the Sub-Garrison Zongbing. The difference between them was very big.

Li Hualong said, "Wan Ting is old and tired of war, so his energy is not enough. He had begged the court a long time ago. If I want him to be the Zongbing, I am afraid he cannot bear the responsibility. This Governor is also worried. Out of all the other generals, the only one I have taken a liking to is you, General! "

Liu Ting suddenly looked up at Li Hualong. Li Hualong hesitated. "It's just that, General, you've just returned from Korea and haven't had a moment of rest. I feel bad putting such a heavy burden on your shoulders!"

At this time, it was time for Liu Ting to express his stance, but he was silent. Li Hualong was secretly nervous, fearing that he would be stubborn and still reject him flatly. This was the commander of the three armies. If he was unwilling, Li Hualong really wouldn't dare to force this task on him.

Liu Ting recalled all the interactions he had with Yang Yinglong, and then thought about the current situation. Finally, he let out a long sigh, stood up abruptly, clasped his fists towards Li Hualong, and said in a deep voice, "Thanks to the Governor's high regard, I am willing to be the commander to suppress the traitor Yang!"

Li Hualong was overjoyed. He immediately stood up and said joyfully, "I still remember the first battle that General became famous. You attacked the Nine Threads and captured their leader. Liu Ting thought of his selfishness and said, "I only ask that I have a clear conscience. I have a clear conscience. I have a clear conscience."

Liu Ting recalled his swaying selfishness earlier and said with shame: "I only seek to have a clear conscience towards the heavens, a clear conscience towards the earth, a clear conscience towards the people, and a clear conscience towards the heart. That is enough!"

.. "Liu Ting thought of his selfishness and said," I only ask that I have a clear conscience. I have a clear conscience. I have a clear conscience. That is enough! "

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"Beat the drums and gather the generals!"

As soon as Li Hualong gave the order, the drums outside the central tent began to rumble. The generals had already put on their helmets and armors. When they heard the drums, they immediately rushed out of the town and rushed to the central tent. At the same time, the soldiers under the generals also rushed to the drill ground. They lined up and waited for inspection.

The horses neighed and the flags fluttered. The drill ground outside Chongqing was temporarily used as a drill ground. In an instant, it was silent and full of murderous intent. Liu Ting, who was dressed in military attire, was escorted by hundreds of sturdy and swift guards. They arrived at the gate and got off their horses.

At this time, the sound of horses' hooves was like a storm. The generals arrived one after another. When they saw Liu Ting, they had no time to exchange pleasantries. Everyone looked solemn and went straight to the central tent.

In the central tent, Li Hualong, Wan Chi, the civil governor and the military commander stood side by side. Li Hualong said in a deep voice, "All generals, listen up. The central tent is being counted and promoted."

"Woo ~ ~ ~"

The bugle sounded. Dozens of generals in helmets and armors strode in. For a moment, the armor clanked. It seemed that the morale of the soldiers was high and unstoppable. But in reality, they had a commander, deputy, general, guerrilla, commander, and chieftain. Their origins were also a mix of people from other provinces. Strictly speaking, such an army was in a state of disunity. It was very difficult to mobilize them.

Prestige and experience were especially important in the army. If you were not qualified, even if you were given the commander's seal, you would not be able to mobilize the three armies. Even if you reluctantly obeyed, it would be very dangerous on the ever-changing battlefield.

This was also the reason why Li Hualong needed to find a general that all the generals could trust before he was willing to send troops. If he sent troops hastily, he would definitely be defeated. Rather than that, it was better to wait for a few days, even if it would waste money and morale.

The generals in the central tent were like a forest of spears, but it was silent. Only the deep voice of the commander echoed in the tent.

"Summon the Shang Fang Sword!" The emperor's sword, which could make arbitrary decisions and act first and report later, was wrapped in yellow silk. It was carried high into the tent and placed on the commander's table. The atmosphere in the tent suddenly became even more solemn.

The commander announced, "The governor holds the Shang Fang Sword and is in charge of the overall situation in Chongqing. The governor of Guizhou is in charge of Guiyang, and the governor of Huguang is in charge of Yuanjiang. The imperial army will be divided into eight routes. The deputy commander of Sichuan, Liu Ting, will lead the entire army and control the generals! "

"Liu Ting, step forward!"

"At your command!"

Liu Ting stepped forward and cupped his fists. Li Hualong said, "General Wan Ren is old and has the heart to kill the enemy, but is unable to serve the country. Therefore, I recommend you to take the position of the commander of the army and control the three armies to suppress the rebel Yang! I hope that General will be successful in beheading the enemy and seizing the flag! "

Wan Ren held up his commander's seal with both hands and solemnly walked towards Liu Ting.

Liu Ting knelt down on one knee and raised both hands. The heavy commander's seal fell into his palms. Liu Ting immediately raised his voice and said, "At your command!"

Li Hualong and Wan Ren moved to the left and right to make way for the commander's table. They said, "Commander Liu, please arrange the military affairs!"

This was not the time for pleasantries. Liu Ting held the commander's seal and strode to the commander's table. He first placed the seal down and swept his gaze across the generals in the tent. He took out an arrow and shouted, "Commander Ma Liying, step forward!"

"At your command!"

"I order you to lead all the soldiers out of Nanchuan and attack Bozhou!"

"At your command!"

Ma Liying stepped forward to take the arrow and strode back to stand solemnly. He was, of course, completely convinced by Liu Dadao.

Liu Ting took out another arrow and shouted, "Commander Wu Guang, step forward!"

"At your command!"

"I order you to lead all the soldiers out of He Jiang and attack Bozhou!"

"At your command!"

"Deputy Commander Cao Xibin, step forward!"

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Liu Ting was already prepared. He gave his orders in an orderly manner. Deputy Commander Cao Xibin went out of Yong Ning, Commander Tong Wuzhen out of Wu River, Commander Zhu Heling out of Shaxi, Commander Li Yingxiang out of Xinglong Guards, and Commander Chen Zhao out of Bai Ni. Each route had more than 30,000 soldiers.

As he spoke, Liu Ting caught sight of Ye Xiaotian, who was standing at the back. Compared to so many soldiers, Ye Xiaotian's command was a little too small. Logically speaking, a commander shouldn't even be allowed to enter the tent, but Ye Xiaotian led 18,000 soldiers, which was equivalent to half a commander. His rank was small, but his strength was not weak, so he was qualified to enter the tent.

Liu Ting had a good impression of Ye Xiaotian, and was even grateful. Although his change of heart was only awakened after Kuai Peng's scare, Ma Qiancheng's scolding, and Ye Xiaotian's praise, he didn't know that these three things were all arranged by Ye Xiaotian. Moreover, everyone remembered the incident that made him realize the truth, so who would know that the previous series of events had played an important role in it?

Liu Ting's eyes warmed. "Crouching Bull Commander Ye Xiaotian, step forward!"

"At your command!"

"You will follow me out of Qijiang and be the vanguard!"

"At your command!"

Ye Xiaotian strode forward to receive the arrow. Liu Ting smiled and said, "I will give you a chance to fight for the country. Do your best!"

Ye Xiaotian still looked like a super fanatic, loudly saying, "I am willing to follow you and serve the country faithfully!"

Liu Ting nodded, admiring him as he returned to the formation. He waved his sleeve and said loudly, "Central Army, announce the overall deployment!"

There was a symbolic meaning in appointing the commanders. As for the specific deployment, although he, Li Hualong, and Wan Cai had worked together to formulate it, he only needed the central army to announce it.

The middle officer immediately stepped forward to replace Liu Ting and announce the specific military deployment. In fact, the commanders generally knew the tasks they would be responsible for according to their position, ability, and the direction of the troops. What they cared about the most was who would be the commander if Wan Cai was unable to fight.

Now that Liu Dadao was the commander, they were confident that no one was more capable than Liu Ting. They sincerely accepted the arrangements without any objections.

Following this, the judge announced a series of articles on military rewards, and also made a summary of the time when the troops had gathered, as well as the military discipline when they were stationed in Chongqing. He also gave awards to those who performed well.

Selecting the commander, appointing the commanders, deploying the troops, and giving out rewards … it had been more than half a day. Next was the announcement of military discipline and orders. By the time the tent was dismissed, Ye Xiaotian's heels were aching from standing.

Ma Qiancheng was already waiting outside the gate. He stuck his head in to look inside and saw the commanders walk out one by one. The last to leave was the staggering Ye Xiaotian. He immediately rushed forward and excitedly said, "Big Brother, is there any news of me being your vanguard?"

Ye Xiaotian spread his hands and said with a wry smile, "I am indebted to the Chief for choosing me as his vanguard. How can a vanguard appoint another vanguard?"

Hearing this, Ma Qiancheng's face immediately collapsed. Ye Xiaotian hurriedly comforted him, "Don't be discouraged. I just heard the central army announcing the deployment. You should be going to Nanchuan with Chief Ma Kongying to attack the Dunkan front line. You will also be the vanguard and make contributions. Are you afraid that you won't have a chance?"

Ma Qiancheng said listlessly, "It's a pity that I can't fight side by side with Big Brother."

Ye Xiaotian said with a smile, "That's nothing. Then let's compete to see who can attack Hailongtun first!"

Hearing this, Ma Qiancheng became spirited again and said, "Okay! Then I will make a bet with Big Brother. Whoever attacks Hailongtun first, the loser will have to treat! "

Ye Xiaotian readily agreed. Ma Qiancheng immediately took his leave excitedly and went to find his wife, Qin Liangyu, to discuss how to win the bet. Ye Xiaotian looked at his back and thought to himself, "Big Brother's schemes are not as simple as yours. I treat you as a brother, not as a tool to be used by you!"