Chapter 107 Betting on Zhao Feng to hold on! The King of Qin grants authority!
"Wang Jian, are you serious?"
"Although Zhao Feng performed well in the battle to destroy Han, it only demonstrated his strength as a brave general, and it does not prove that he is a capable general who is good at commanding troops."
"You are placing the entire safety of Yingchuan on him. This is indeed a bit too risky."
"A seventeen-year-old general is too young after all and is not qualified to take on this important task." Meng Wu said in a deep voice with some persuasion.
"If the State of Wei mobilizes its troops, Wei Wuji will certainly lead the troops himself. Wang Jian, I believe you also know how powerful Wei Wuji is. He is a real talent in commanding troops." Huan Yi also spoke.
Wang Jian did not answer the two of them, but stared at Ying Zheng.
After a while.
Ying Zheng spoke up: "Since it is what you ask, I will grant your request."
"I thank the king for his trust." Wang Jian bowed immediately.
"Tell Zhao Feng that as long as he can resist the attack from Wei and guard the gate of Yingchuan for me, I will make him the chief general when my great Qin destroys Zhao."
"But if he can't do it, then he will be punished." Ying Zheng said in a deep voice.
There is reward and encouragement in the words.
"I obey the imperial edict." Wang Jian responded immediately.
"Huan Qing." Ying Zheng looked at Huan Yi.
"I'm here." Huan Yi replied immediately.
"The two hundred thousand elite soldiers in Hangu camp are ready to rush to the aid of Yingchuan at any time. Once Weicheng is broken, it is time for you to mobilize your troops." Ying Zheng said in a deep voice.
Huan Yi nodded immediately: "I accept your order."
Obviously.
Wang Jian's strategy was too difficult and dangerous for Ying Zheng.
"Your Majesty."
"Now that the Crown Prince of Yan has been driven away by the King, the next time he comes, he should prepare state gifts and pay a price."
"By that time, the war between Zhao and Yan should be difficult to resolve, and it will be the best opportunity for our Great Qin to send troops." Meng Wu said.
"So, my dear ministers, please take this time to make good preparations."
"I have already asked Wang Wan, Feng Quji and others to prepare the food and supplies needed for the army's departure."
"To destroy Zhao, the opportunity cannot be missed."
"I rely on the three generals."
Ying Zheng said this with a serious look on his face, clasping his fists and raising them towards the three generals, showing great respect.
The three generals' faces changed when they saw this, and they immediately bowed and said, "We will never let the king down."
"General Wang Jian."
"Your daughter is pregnant with Zhao Feng, right?" Ying Zheng suddenly asked.
The words fell.
Wang Jian was shocked.
The fact that Wang Yan was pregnant was known to few people except those trustworthy servants in the mansion, and it had never been spread out. How could the king know about it?
With just a thought, Wang Jian realized that there were spies of Ying Zheng in his mansion.
However, as a minister, one must be clear in his heart but never in public.
Wang Jian immediately calmed down and replied, "That's right."
Meng Wu and Huan Yi on the side looked at Wang Jian strangely.
"After we destroy Zhao Gongcheng, I will arrange a marriage between your daughter and Zhao Feng." Ying Zheng smiled and said loudly.
As soon as these words fell.
Wang Jian's face was filled with joy, and he bowed immediately: "I swear to be loyal to the king until death."
It is an incomparable honor to be granted marriage by the King of Qin.
His eldest son had already been granted marriage by the King of Qin to a princess, and was just waiting for an auspicious day, and his daughter had also been granted marriage by royal decree, which was even more of an honor.
And only the Wang family has such an honor.
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One by one, the Han soldiers who surrendered were escorted to Weicheng by the elite soldiers stationed in Xinzheng.
Above Weicheng.
Looking at these surrendered soldiers entering the city, Zhang Han had a solemn expression on his face.
"General."
"All the Han surrendered soldiers have entered Weicheng, and their strength is equal to that of our elite troops."
"If Wei State really attacks, do we really need to use these surrendered soldiers?" Zhang Han said worriedly.
Obviously.
Zhang Han was naturally worried that these surrendered soldiers would turn against him while he was defending Weicheng.
"The surrendered soldiers have become the criminal army, and their morale is strong. Didn't you see it?" Zhao Feng smiled indifferently.
"They are indeed well-trained, but if Wei really attacks as the general expected, we will have to face hundreds of thousands of Wei troops. In a critical moment, I'm afraid they really can't be trusted." Zhang Han said in a deep voice.
"Don't worry."
"Of course I dare to use them, so I am not afraid of them."
"If they really dare to mess around, kill them."
"This is their only chance. If they miss it, you can't blame me." Zhao Feng said coldly.
Zhao Feng was well versed in history and knew that the destiny lay with Qin.
I also know the achievements of the prisoner army.
If the more than 50,000 surrendered soldiers seize the opportunity, kill the enemy and make meritorious service, they can escape from slavery and become real soldiers, and have the opportunity to reunite with their families in the future. If they dare to turn against their sides and betray again, their entire family will be killed. It is their own fault if they choose the latter.
"General."
"All the surrendered soldiers have been taken to the military camp." Tu Sui came to Zhao Feng and reported.
"Let's go to the military camp." Zhao Feng said immediately.
Inside the military camp.
Twenty-three thousand surrendered soldiers gathered on the parade ground, surrounded by Qin soldiers holding bows and arrows, and among them were prisoners who were not wearing armor.
As Zhao Feng issued an order that day, the entire army prepared for battle, and all the elite soldiers were already wearing armor and holding weapons, ready for battle.
We will just wait until the Wei army really dares to attack and we can fight at any time.
"I am General Zhao Feng."
"The position of deputy general of the Qin Dynasty."
"I am here to guard Weicheng by the king's order."
"I don't want to say any more unnecessary nonsense. Do you see the troops around you? Are there any of your former comrades among them?" Zhao Feng's loud voice spread across the parade grounds, and after being repeated by the sharp soldiers, it spread throughout the army.
Hear this.
Many Han surrendered soldiers could not help but turn their eyes to the elite soldiers guarding them.
really.
Many surrendered soldiers immediately saw their former acquaintances, but unlike their gloomy and weak demeanor, their former acquaintances all had a kind of vigor, and all of them were wearing the military uniforms of the Great Qin and holding Qin weapons.
"Zhang Han, announce the rules of the prisoner army."
"The entire army repeats." Zhao Feng said.
"promise."
Zhang Han responded.
Then he walked to the edge of the generals' platform.
"I am Zhang Han, a general under the command of General Zhao Feng. I will now announce the rules of rewards and punishments for the criminal army to you surrendered soldiers. The entire army must repeat them." Zhang Han said loudly.
The sharp soldiers on the training ground immediately repeated Zhang Han's words.
"The rules of the prisoner army are that General Zhao used his life as a guarantee to report to the king, and the king granted his approval. All the surrendered soldiers can be incorporated into the army and are called the prisoner army."
"Any convict soldier who kills one enemy can be exempted from slavery and enjoy the annual salary of a non-ranking soldier. After serving for two years, they can choose to retire or stay in the army and enjoy the promotion system of our Great Qin military merit."
"If you kill five enemies, you will be granted a title and enjoy the grace of being granted a title. You can also be granted fertile land corresponding to the title in your hometown and receive an annual salary for the title..." Zhang Han read aloud.
Just like the surrendered soldiers who had already been reorganized, these 23,000 surrendered soldiers were all shocked after hearing the news.
Before they were taken to Weicheng, they were all doing hard labor, going hungry and cold every day, and many people even froze to death in the coldest snowy days.
For slaves.
The Qin army would naturally not be very kind to them, but now that they were here, it could change things? How could this not give them hope? "By reorganizing the prisoner army, we can kill the enemy and gain merit, and escape from slavery."
"However, if after the convict army is reorganized, they dare to disobey the orders of their superiors, and they will be deprived of their bodies and sent to hard labor."
"If you turn against your own side in battle and slaughter your comrades, you will kill them all without mercy and your entire clan will be implicated."
…
Zhang Han announced loudly.
Then.
They began to reorganize these surrendered soldiers.
And these reorganizations will naturally be the same as in the past, with all the surrendered soldiers being disbanded and reorganized.
"General, we now have 100,000 soldiers in Weicheng."
"But there are only six generals among ten thousand. The military system is wrong." Zhao Tuo came to Zhao Feng and said.
"I have already made a decision on this matter."
Zhao Feng said in a deep voice.
Then.
He said to the six generals in front of him: "This time, the army will still be reorganized into the Ten Thousand Generals Battalion. Six generals will lead their own Ten Thousand Generals Battalion. As for the remaining four, Wei Quan, Luo Hua, Liu Wang, and Zhuang Wei will temporarily take over."
"They were originally captains, and now I will grant them the power to command ten thousand generals." Zhao Feng said in a deep voice.
As soon as these words fell.
The four people waiting at the reviewing platform immediately showed excitement on their faces.
But at this time.
Chen Tao stood up and said respectfully, "General, does this need to be reported to General Li before it can be implemented?"
Zhao Feng glanced at Chen Tao and took out a royal edict from his arms.
"The King of Qin's edict."
Three words fell.
All the generals on the stage had expressions of awe on their faces.
"The king has issued an edict, granting this general full authority to command the army, and the power to temporarily appoint and dismiss the convict army and the entire army." Zhao Feng raised the royal edict and then showed it to the generals in front of him.
When Chen Tao saw the words in the royal edict, he immediately shut up, and several generals of Zhao Tuo who had originally had objections also became obedient in an instant.
"General Chen, do you still have any doubts?"
Zhao Feng turned his gaze and looked at Chen Tao.
"I have no more." Chen Tao replied immediately.
"Okay then."
Zhao Feng nodded, then glanced at Chen Tao and the other generals, and said coldly: "The king has granted me the royal decree to defend Weicheng. The power to command the army is not only to appoint and dismiss, but also to kill and give life. From today on, the entire army of Weicheng will obey my orders. Anyone who dares to disobey will be punished by military law."
These words.
The key point is to generals Chen Tao and Zhao Tuo.
Ever since he became the deputy general, perhaps the person who was most dissatisfied was Chen Tao.
Once upon a time, Zhao Feng was just a captain under Chen Tao, but now Zhao Feng has become his direct superior. This may be difficult for Chen Tao to accept.
certainly.
Maybe it's not just Chen Tao in the army, there may be others too.
When you are in charge of an army, it is impossible for everyone to obey you.
Even the supreme royal power will still be disrespected.
Looking at Zhao Feng's indifferent look.
Chen Tao was shocked, obviously realizing that Zhao Feng was targeting him.
But then all the generals responded, "I understand."
"Wei Quan, Luo Hua, Liu Wang, Zhuang Wei."
Zhao Feng shouted again.
"I am here."
The four of them immediately walked over quickly, looking excited.
"From today on, you will all be acting generals and take charge of the Ten Thousand Generals Camp on my behalf. If you achieve military merit in the future, I will report to the king and cancel the word 'acting general'." Zhao Feng said in a deep voice.
"We will never let the general down." The four said excitedly.
"alright."
"Everyone, please step back."
"Zhang Han and Tu Sui stay." Zhao Feng waved his hand.
"I will take my leave."
The rest of the generals retreated one after another.
"General."
"This Chen Tao always targets me like this, it's really hateful."
As soon as the generals left, Zhang Han said angrily.
"General, why is General Chen targeting you so much?" Tu Sui asked in confusion.
"Because our general used to be a captain under Chen Tao. But because of his many military exploits such as conquering the capital of Han and capturing the King of Han, the general has surpassed Chen Tao. He may not be resigned to this." Zhang Han said with a hint of sarcasm.
"Official positions and titles in our Great Qin were all earned through military merit. General Zhao's military exploits were all earned through his ability. Chen Tao is actually like this. It shows that his mind is too narrow." Tu Sui said with emotion.
"No need to think about him."
"With this royal decree, he dare not act recklessly."
"Since he is dissatisfied, I will let him continue to be dissatisfied." Zhao Feng said coldly.
Now Zhao Feng has become his superior, and he has come to this position based on his military achievements.
That day.
Chen Tao wanted his confidants to make achievements, so he gave the task of vanguard to Liu Wu. As a result, Liu Wu almost died and was defeated.
He can play this game.
Then Zhao Feng can naturally play as well.
He wanted to make a contribution, but Zhao Feng wouldn't let him.
Since he chose to go against him, Zhao Feng would fulfill his wish.
"Wait a minute and tell Brother Wei and the others to come to the military council hall to see me in the evening." Zhao Feng said to Zhang Han.
"Yes." Zhang Han nodded immediately.
"General Tu."
"General Tu, you still need to personally oversee the reorganization of these surrendered soldiers and try to disperse them as much as possible."
"The war is coming, and nothing can be overlooked." Zhao Feng said to Tu Sui again.
"Yes." Tu Sui gladly accepted the order.
Wait until the two generals leave.
Looking at the soldiers gathered on the parade ground, a smile appeared on Zhao Feng's face.
"Among the 100,000-strong army, five are my men. As for Tu Sui and the two generals besides Chen Tao and Zhao Tuo, they are also well-behaved. The 80,000-strong army can all obey my orders." Zhao Feng smiled in his heart.
This time, the King of Qin issued an edict giving him full authority to handle military affairs and to make temporary appointments and dismissals. Naturally, Zhao Feng seized this great opportunity.
As long as Wei attacks this time and the crisis is overcome, Wei Quan and his men can be reinstated as the top generals.
Nightfall.
Outside the Military Council Hall.
"My Lord."
When everyone arrived, they all knelt down and saluted Zhao Feng.
What they were performing at this moment was not a military salute, but a master-servant salute.
"No need to be polite." Zhao Feng raised his hand.
"Thank you, my Lord."
Everyone responded in unison, looking at Zhao Feng in awe.
"Do you know why I called you here?" Zhao Feng smiled slightly and looked at his confidants.
"I don't know." Wei Quan replied immediately.
"I have been practicing for more than half a year, and there are results." Zhao Feng looked at everyone.
"Return to the Lord."
“Now I have reached the fifth level of the acquired realm. With the addition of internal strength, I can carry a weight of 500 kilograms.” Wei Quan said excitedly.
"My subordinate has also reached the fifth level of the acquired realm." Luo Hua said excitedly.
The same is true for Liu Wang and Zhuang Wei, both of whom have reached the fifth level of the acquired realm. When they enter the acquired realm, internal force is generated in their dantian, and they can bear a force of five hundred kilograms by mobilizing this internal force.
This is the power of martial arts.
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PS: Today's word count is a little short, 4,000 words, I will make up for it tomorrow with 10,000 words, and the day after tomorrow with another 10,000 words. Sorry, I was a bit busy today. Thanks for your support.
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