Behead without pardon? Zhang Hu's mouth twitched. He realized that although this old marshal was old, his temper hadn't changed at all. His murderous nature on the battlefield hadn't diminished!
Nong Fengting didn't think so. If you say behead without pardon, then behead without pardon? You have to ask the people of the three major sects behind the four generals if they agree or not. Speaking of this, Meng Shengting thought of the death of his martial brother, Shi Sheng. Seeing this person who was on the same side as Shang Chaozong say "behead" again, he felt a little uncomfortable.
However, he still spoke politely, "Marshal Meng, the Song army has already broken through the Iron Gate Pass. If we let the troops of the feudal vassals leave the Song army now, it will be equivalent to letting the Song army march straight in. I'm afraid it won't work!"
There was a reason why he spoke politely. If he wanted to quell the rebellion earlier because he wanted to protect himself, now he wanted to risk his life. He had no choice but to do so. Yan Mountain Pass was going to be finished soon. Once Yan Mountain Pass was finished, the three major sects would be finished. The three major sects wouldn't even have their territories. How could he preserve his strength?
Now that he didn't want to preserve his strength, the feudal vassals' generals wanted to protect themselves again. Meng Shengting also noticed this. However, no matter how they fought, it was useless even if he personally supervised and watched. If they couldn't defeat the enemy, what could they do?
Meng Shengting had already sensed the signs that the situation was hopeless. Now, he needed to rely on this old man in front of him to make a last attempt to salvage the situation. He had to be patient and polite. Otherwise, if Shang Chaozong killed an Elder of Xiao Yao Palace, how could Xiao Yao Palace let Shang Chaozong leave?
Meng Shanming didn't know that the Iron Gate Pass had fallen. He was somewhat surprised and said, "The Iron Gate Pass is easy to defend and hard to attack. The defensive force gathered was not weak. How could it fall so easily?"
"Alas, there was a traitor. The general guarding the Iron Gate Pass, Lian An Shan, and his sect secretly used despicable means to murder the disciples of the three major sects. Then, they surrendered to the Song army … "Nong Fengting told Meng Shanming about the fall of the Iron Gate Pass.
Meng Shan Ming remained silent for a while, but he still insisted on following his plan. "I have my own plans. Send the four commanders here first."
Nong Fengting also refused to give in. "Marshal Meng, you have to understand that once the Iron Gate Pass is broken, there is almost no danger on the way to the capital city. We have to rely on all the troops to intercept the Song army. Otherwise, the capital city will be in danger. If you ask the troops of the feudal vassals to give up intercepting the Song army and ignore the safety of the central Yan army, I'm afraid the superiors will be furious later!"
Meng Shanming asked, "Do you think we can stop them? What was the difference between blocking or not blocking? There's no point in fighting a muddle-headed battle. It's better to solve the root of the problem first than to act hastily. "
Nong Fengting: "Once something happens, the pressure is not something you can bear."
Meng Shanming said, "I can't force you to act according to my plan. If you don't want to act according to my plan, then just act according to your plan. I don't need to cause trouble for myself here. Daan, let's go back. "Luo Daan turned around and immediately pushed the wheelchair.
Leaving just like that? Zhang Hu blinked and looked at Nong Fengting out of the corner of his eye.
Nong Fengting was speechless. His expression was gloomy, and he probably had a belly full of anger. But in the end, he still rushed over to stop Meng Shanming and tried to persuade him. "Marshal Meng, that's not what I meant. I'm just reminding you. I'm doing this out of kindness."
He had no choice. Even though he felt that Meng Shanming's behavior was ridiculous and unreliable, he had to lower his stance since he was asking for help.
In the end, they still acted according to Meng Shanming's plan. They urgently contacted the people of the three major sects to escort the feudal vassals here.
Perhaps it could be said that they were escorted here. The feudal vassals could play tricks on the battlefield, but they couldn't do anything about the people of the three major sects forcefully escorting them here.
This was also Meng Shanming's last resort. He was worried that his orders would be useless and that the feudal vassals wouldn't obey the orders of their superiors. Thus, he had to borrow the hands of the three major sects.
Speaking of which, this was the only advantage at the moment. Only at this time would the three major sects cooperate with Nanzhou. He could borrow the strength of the three major sects.
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The news that Yan Emperor had once again used Shang Chaozong and appointed Shang Chaozong as the Punitive General shocked all the forces in the world once again.
Yan Emperor's inner court was somewhat emotional. They found that Shang Chaozong was really hardworking. It was rare for him to be able to let go of the former enmity after being treated so badly by the imperial court.
From this incident, many people in the imperial court could see that there was still someone who would risk his life to protect Yan Emperor at this point in time. This Prince Shang Chaozong could be considered as one of them.
Although they didn't say it out loud, they more or less admired him in their hearts.
Compared to the imperial court's behavior, many people felt that it was a bit too much. When they needed someone, they sent Shang Chaozong to risk his life. When they didn't need him, they sent him to prison and tortured him. What was going on?
When Yan Emperor was on the brink of death, many people understood the reality. It also caused the hearts of those in the imperial court to waver to a certain extent.
Facing the reality, although they admired him, there were also people who thought that Shang Chaozong was stupid. With the situation at this point, even the cleverest housewife couldn't cook without rice. Yan Emperor's national strength was almost exhausted. The military food supply really couldn't keep up. The military food supply was about to run out. The soldiers were about to starve. Millions of mouths needed food. How could they fight this war? Knowing that it was impossible, he still did it. There was a path in Nanzhou, but he chose to walk a dead end. What was the use of being hot-blooded?
Wei Country, Tianwei Mansion. Grand Commandant Nan Renyu and Imperial Censor Jin Lingzan entered together to greet their husband Xuan Wei.
Xuan Wei immediately showed up to meet the two. After the guests were seated in the pavilion, Xuan Wei asked for the purpose of their visit.
Jin Lingzan took out a letter and presented it, "Yan Emperor is requesting for help again. He hopes that we can borrow another batch of food."
After Xuan Wei read the letter, her expression turned serious. She raised her head and swept her bright eyes across the two. "What do the two of you think?"
Jin Lingzan muttered, "Yan Emperor means to let Shang Chaozong take charge of the war. He wants to borrow the food with the excuse of winning the war."
Nan Renyu shook his head and said, "Pressuring Yan Emperor to let Shang Chaozong take charge of the war is like trying to save a dead horse. There is no meaning in lending the food to Yan Emperor anymore. I'm afraid there is no way to return the food that has been lent."
Xuan Wei said, "Grand Commandant means that Yan Emperor will definitely lose?"
Tang Yi who was listening at the side was slightly shocked. After all, she came from Yan Emperor. It was normal for her to feel sorry for Yan Emperor's death.
Nan Renyu said, "Shang Jianxiong is muddle-headed. He actually did something so stupid as to change the commander at the last minute. If Shang Chaozong could gather the morale of the army and restrain the Song army, we could still borrow the food. Now that the Song army is like a hot knife through butter, and the war has come to this point, Shang Chaozong will not be able to turn the situation around if it is too late. Without the food, no matter how capable Shang Chaozong is, he will not be able to fight this war. Even if we borrow the food now, will we make it in time when the food arrives? With the war situation like this, when the food arrives, the Song army is already in Yan Emperor's territory. How can they let the food fall into the hands of the Yan Emperor so easily? "
Xuan Wei was silent for a while and finally sighed, "It seems like this Yan Emperor has reached his end. Shang Jianxiong, Shang Jianxiong, Yan Emperor's eternal sinner! I hope that Wei Country will take this as a warning and not follow in his footsteps! "
Tang Yi's heart was filled with sorrow …
In the Jin Nation Palace, a group of generals and Emperor Jin, Tai-shu Xiong, gathered in front of the map and were also discussing the Yan Emperor's war.
They all came to the same conclusion that the Yan Emperor had reached his end and was no longer a match for the Song army. Moreover, the Han Empire was eyeing them covetously and would make a move sooner or later.
After the generals left, Shao Pingbo, who was listening at the side, had no intention of leaving.
When Tai-shu Xiong saw this, he smiled and said, "Lord Shao, do you have anything else to say?"
Shao Pingbo said plainly, "Since Shang Chaozong has come out to preside over the war, it means that he has obtained Niu Youdao's permission. Since Niu Youdao has given his permission, it means that he will not sit and watch."
Tai-shu Xiong laughed loudly and said, "Now that the situation has come to this, how can Niu Youdao control it? Lord Shao, you worry too much. "
Shao Pingbo bowed slightly and said, "This person's methods are unpredictable. Your Majesty must not be careless and must be guarded against him."
When he heard this, Tai-shu Xiong stopped laughing and nodded slightly. "I am willing to listen to your advice."
Shao Pingbo said, "The current situation is going according to plan. The next step should be the Han Empire, followed by the Zhao Empire. However, if Niu Youdao uses a method that we cannot think of to turn the situation around, our plan will be foiled. This is not what Your Majesty wants to see. Moreover, Your Majesty has the intention to recruit Niu Youdao. If we do not force him into a corner, he will not surrender easily. Therefore, we must not let the Yan Empire turn the tables. If something we do not want to see happens, the manpower that Dajin left in the Yan Empire can be put to use! "
Tai-shu Xiong asked immediately, "How?"
Shao Pingbo said calmly, "Wait for an opportunity to assassinate Shang Chaozong and Meng Shanming!"
Tai-shu Xiong narrowed his eyes and nodded slightly while stroking his beard …
After the garrison at the Iron Gate Pass surrendered, the Song army rushed towards the Yan Empire like a flood. The Yan Empire's troops surrounded and blocked them, but they were defeated one by one. The Song army's attack was unstoppable.
Even though the Yan Court had used Shang Chaozong again, they could not stop the Song army's attack and the Yan army's defeat.
The Song Governor Luo Zhao rode at the front with a silver spear and a white horse. He was in high spirits!
This was a war against the Yan Empire. If he succeeded, his name would be spread far and wide!
A rider came and reported urgently, "Governor, there is a report from the frontline. The Yan Empire's troops from Gong State, Tu State, Hao State, Fu State, and Chang State have stopped harassing us and retreated. According to reliable sources, Shang Chaozong has appointed Meng Shanming as the Great General of the Eastern Expedition. Meng Shanming has arrived at the Chang State's encampment and summoned the five princes to meet him. It is estimated that they will redeploy their troops against our army. "
"Meng Shanming has come to the frontline personally?" Luo Zhao raised his silver spear and the army immediately stopped advancing.
The scout reported, "Yes, Governor! He has been appointed as the Great General of the Eastern Expedition and is in charge of the war against our army. "
Hearing that Meng Shanming had arrived, the generals looked at each other. A person's name was like a tree's shadow. How could they not have heard of Meng Shanming? He had humiliated the Song Kingdom in the past and forced the Song Kingdom to marry off a few princesses to make peace.
It could even be said that most of the generals in the Song Kingdom had been under Meng Shanming's shadow for a long time. When they heard this name, they felt nervous.
"Yan Shanming, Qi Wuhen!" Luo Zhao said in a rhythmic voice. He looked up at the sky and said, "Meng Shanming, I have known this person for a long time. I only regret that he retired too early! Now that I have the chance to fulfill my wish, it is a great blessing in my life. How can I not congratulate him? Men, prepare a gift for me as a token of my appreciation. "Luo Zhao's tone had a hint of mockery.
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