The so-called "Stable Commander" was what he called Jin Jue behind his back.
It was not for no reason. Jin Jue had a mantra, which was, "Be more stable, it's better to be more stable."
Although he was ridiculed for this, Jin Jue still sought stability in everything and rarely advanced rashly. It was the same for marching and fighting.
Outsiders ridiculed him, but Jin Jue could climb to this position today by relying on the word "stability".
Although he was defeated by Meng Shanming several times in the early years, Han suffered the least damage, unlike Zhao's governor who died in Meng Shanming's hands and Song's repeated defeats.
For Meng Shanming, Jin Jue was the one who gave him the most headaches. Jin Jue believed in stability, advancing step by step, not advancing rashly, not taking risks, and only relying on strength to win.
For Meng Shanming, Jin Jue was like a bone that was difficult to chew. Meng Shanming's legs were crippled when he fought with Han. At that time, Jin Jue was the commander of the Han army. To some extent, Meng Shanming's legs were crippled because of Jin Jue.
Of course, that battle was also because he was eager to help the Yan Emperor, otherwise Meng Shanming would not have ended up like this.
Being stable to the point of ridicule, he gradually climbed up to where he was today, and he also crippled Meng Shanming. Therefore, his position was very stable.
…
It was dark, and the rain was getting heavier.
In the rainy night, a group of generals wearing armor and bamboo hats came out to patrol. When they arrived under the eaves of the courtyard, the soldiers quickly came to help them take off their cloaks.
"What kind of weather is this?" Someone cursed the heavens.
The crowd kept stomping their feet, and after stamping off the mud on their feet, they did not put on their boots.
Since the governor of River Defense, Wu Qunlie, took off his boots, the others had to follow suit.
The swaying lanterns under the eaves illuminated the three words on the plaque on the lintel: Zhenjiang Hall!
There were all kinds of maps hanging in the hall. This was an important place for the River Defense army, and ordinary people were not qualified to enter.
A group of uncouth men took off their shoes and entered, and the smell of salted fish immediately filled the hall. Someone covered his nose and cursed, "Old Chen, how long has it been since you last washed your feet? It's bad luck to sit next to you. "
That Old Chen immediately scolded back, "Do you think your feet smell good? Once the Yan army arrived at the riverside, the Governor patrolled back and forth countless times a day. He couldn't even sleep well, let alone wash his feet. It's not like we're allowed to bring along women to serve us. "
"Looks like Old Chen won't wash his feet if he doesn't have a woman to serve him!" River Defense Governor Wu Qunlie hugged his feet and smelled them after he sat down.
Everyone burst into laughter. It was just a joke. Coming from the military, they were already used to this kind of smell. No one really cared.
After putting down his leg, Wu Qun Lie pointed at Old Chen and said: "Work hard. When the Governor has defeated Yan, I will reward you with eight or ten Yan beauties to wash your feet every day."
"Eh?" Old Chen waved his hand, "No need for eight or ten beauties. I heard that there are many beautiful concubines in the Yan Imperial Palace. Just give me one of Shang Jianxiong's concubines and let me have a taste."
"F * ck off. Do you think you're qualified to be Shang Jianxiong's concubine?"
A group of people immediately jeered and cursed.
Bang! Wu Qun Lie slammed the table to stop the jeering. "Listen up, as long as everyone can stop Meng Shanming's attack, I will make the decision for everyone. I don't know if the higher-ups will agree, but I will definitely raise the request. On behalf of everyone here, I will ask for one of Shang Jianxiong's concubines. Anyway, Shang Jianxiong has a lot of concubines and doesn't care about the few you have. Of course, the prerequisite is that we must defend the river and not let the Yan army invade our Great Song! If the river is really lost, not to mention Shang Jianxiong's concubines, everyone should think about whether they can protect their wives and concubines from being taken by others first! "
Old Chen said: "Governor, you are thinking too much. After our army invaded the Yan Imperial Palace, the boats on the other side of the river were either destroyed or towed here. There are so many of them. How can they cross the river without boats? A few boats won't be enough for us to kill. Crossing the river with wooden rafts is a joke. They will be live targets! "
Everyone promised that they would not let the Yan army break through the river defenses.
Wu Qun Lie signaled for everyone to not be careless. He gathered everyone around the map of the river defense and discussed it again. He wanted everyone to think about where there might be loopholes in the plan.
After the discussion, the generals retreated. Wu Qun Lie warned again: "Don't be afraid of an open attack. What you are afraid of is a sneak attack from Meng Shanming, especially at night. After everyone goes back, patrol every area closely. Don't give the enemy an opportunity to attack."
A general smiled bitterly: "Sir, you are really thinking too much. The wind and rain are heavy, and the river water is rising rapidly. It is not suitable for an army to cross the river. Meng Shanming must be out of his mind to choose a sneak attack at this time."
"Yes, in this stormy night, you can't even see your fingers in front of you. Even if you hold a lantern, you won't be able to see far."
Hearing the discussion, Wu Qun Lie agreed. However, he still warned seriously: "The less likely it is for a sneak attack, the more likely it is. It is not convenient for the soldiers to patrol. Let the cultivators patrol the river regularly."
"Sir, you are right!"
Everyone nodded in agreement. As long as there were cultivators patrolling the river, the enemy would not be able to hide from them if there was an attack. After all, it was impossible for the enemy to send a few people to attack. Even if they wanted to attack, they would send a large number of people.
…
In a military camp on the other side of the river, Gong Lince stood at the entrance of the tent with his hands clasped behind his back. He stared at the rainy night with many thoughts in his mind.
The Yan Kingdom had come to this point, threatening the survival of the Purple Golden Cave. Once the Yan Kingdom was destroyed, the Purple Golden Cave would become a stray dog. The dignified Misty Pavilion was on the verge of being overturned in his hands. How could he not feel a lot of emotions?
Outside the tent, muddy water flowed in a drainage ditch dug around the tent.
Gong Lince looked at the commander's tent diagonally across from him. There was light coming from inside.
Yan's life was on the line. The three sects had no other choice. Gong Lince stayed here because he placed his hope on the old commander in the tent.
"Alas!" Gong Lince sighed. He hoped that the old commander would not let the three sects down.
The heads of the three sects were already stationed in different places. He stayed here, Long Xiu went to the Northern Prefecture, and Meng Xuan stayed in the capital.
Outside, it was raining heavily. Gong Lince was protected by his mana, so the rain could not get close to him.
The commander's tent suddenly lit up, attracting his attention. The tent flap opened, and he saw someone enter the tent.
It was Zhang Hu. Zhang Hu entered the tent in the rain and mud. He took off his bamboo hat and straw cape and gave it to a soldier.
The oil lamps in the tent were dim. Meng Shanming, who looked tired and had bloodshot eyes, had not rested yet. He was still thinking about something on the map.
Zhang Hu came forward and reported, "General, there is news from there. The river has indeed risen, but the water level at the target location is still three meters high."
Luo Daan, who was napping on the chair, shook his head and woke up.
Meng Shanming did not look away from the map. He just said lightly, "Report every hour!"
"Yes." Zhang Hu answered.
An hour later, the messenger came and whispered to Zhang Hu.
Zhang Hu came forward and reported again, "Ten feet!"
Meng Shanming nodded and did not say anything.
Another hour later, Zhang Hu reported again, "Seven feet!"
Another hour later, Zhang Hu reported again, "Five feet!"
When Zhang Hu reported "three feet", Meng Shanming, who had been resting with his eyes closed, suddenly opened his bloodshot eyes and said in a deep voice, "Follow the plan!"
Zhang Hu's face tightened. He lowered his head and did not take the order.
Meng Shanming tilted his head and asked, "You want to disobey?"
"I dare not disobey, but …" Zhang Hu shook his head with a painful expression, "It is really … difficult to cross the Rolling Dragon Gorge at this time. They are all my brothers who have followed me for many years. Many of them are not good at swimming. General, is there no other way? "
"Difficult?" Meng Shanming questioned. Then he nodded slightly and said, "It is indeed difficult. It can be difficult for the living, but who can we talk to for the dead? Do you still remember Pockmark Chou? He died in the battle to save you! Also, Wei Dahong, and many other people you are familiar with. Do you want to give them a hard time for those who died defending Great Yan? Today, there must be someone who dares to die in the battle to save Yan City! Because it is difficult, I asked your guards to do it. I believe they can do it. You should also have confidence in them. Go and carry it out! "
"Yes, General!" Zhang Hu's cheeks were trembling. He took a few steps back and quickly turned around. He did not even wear his straw cape and bamboo hat. He went out of the tent in the rain.
Rolling Dragon Gorge!
It was the most dangerous area in the East Domain River. Usually, the cliffs on both sides were twenty feet above the water.
Because the river suddenly narrowed in this area, the water was extremely turbulent, like a rolling dragon. That was why it was called Rolling Dragon Gorge.
At this moment, the river level was rising. The rainwater that came from upstream rose even more after being narrowed in this area. The water became even more turbulent, like a roaring river.
Usually, it was difficult for people to cross this place. Now that the rain was pouring and the water was flowing wildly, it was even more difficult.
Therefore, the Earth Domain army could not cross this place. It was a natural barrier. Thirty miles from here was a place where the Song army stored their provisions.
To some extent, this place was also the weakest place for the army. The border between the two countries was long. It was impossible to station all the areas along the river. That way, there would not be enough soldiers.
Amidst the heavy rain, the sound of fighting came from the Song Kingdom. After the noise died down, a dozen cultivators flew over from the other side of the river and met with two generals.
"How is it?" one of the generals asked anxiously.
A cultivator replied, "With the help of the heavy rain, the other side's defense was lax. A few cultivators actually gathered together to hide from the rain and drink. We killed them all. The rain is heavy, so the sounds of fighting must have been covered. Speaking of which, we chose a good time to attack."
The general asked again, "What about the others?"
The cultivator replied, "They are scouting for the army. According to the people who captured them, there are cultivators patrolling along the river from time to time. We have to be careful. But … "He looked back at the roaring river behind him." Can we cross it? "
"We have already made a military pledge. We can't care so much." The other general said and ran back in the dark.
Not long after, there was a rush of footsteps. A large group of hidden people came running in the rain. Each of them carried a log on their shoulder.
Without saying much, they gave the order. "Jump!"
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