Chapter 638: Conversation on the City Wall

The Donghu army rumbled away. On top of the city, all the civil and military officials had almost dispersed. However, Thorpe still stood at the top of the city, staring intently at the end of the sky, where there was no other color except empty white. .

Taking a deep breath, Thorpe turned his head slightly, "Kumamoto, look at me, Toujiro, how about that?"

Kumamoto, who was dressed in civilian clothes, nodded and said: "Yes, he deserves the title of Tiger and Wolf Master."

"How does it compare to your Yan Jun?"

"Each is good at it and each has its own merits."

Thorpe laughed loudly, "Kumamoto, you are still so proud to this day. Well, as you Yan people say, after the pig's head is cooked, the teeth and bones are still hard. If your Yan army is really as brave as me, Dong Hu'erlang, , how come you were so defeated by my sons that you even stayed in Donghu?"

Xiongben looked sad and was silent for a while, then said: "To give you a specific description of the battle, this battle was not because our Yan army was not brave, but for another reason. If you, the Donghu soldiers, are really invincible, after so many years, you will not be able to defeat them. Even Liaoxi cannot enter, Zhang Shouyu has blocked you for decades. "

Thorpe said coldly: "You are right, you have to be a warrior and you are not brave. I, Dong Hu Erlang, cannot enter Liaoxi, not just because we can't defeat him. Dong You's cavalry is invincible in the world, but he also has his shortcomings. No matter where I am, Dong Hu Erlang Both the political system and the military system have shortcomings that cannot be made up for in a short time. But now we realize it, so we are changing. Kumamoto, just look at it. In a few years, I will lead I’ll take you to Liaoxi to have a look.”

Xiong Ben laughed loudly, "That's a big statement. Have you forgotten that in the Hetao, Yu Wenke lost tens of thousands of lives, and in the direction of Liaoxi. Agu Huai'en was so suppressed by He Lanxiong that he couldn't lift his head. A high distance will let you It’s difficult to move forward. You actually want to invade my Dayan, are you dreaming?”

Hit someone but don't slap them in the face. General Kumamoto, Thorpe, was a little embarrassed and snorted, "Yan Qi will definitely bring back that tall head during this expedition. When the time comes, I will definitely invite you to drink and celebrate together."

Xiongben laughed, "We'll see. But I'm thinking, if Yan Qi loses again this time. Even your king's flag is left in the Hetao. How will you suppress the opposition in Donghu and deal with you?" Political enemy? Raise the butcher knife again, and if you kill again, all of your Donghu roots will be killed."

"Do you think Yan Qi will lose?" Thorpe asked.

Kumamoto was startled and looked up at the heavy sky. In an instant, his mind had thought of countless possibilities, but none of them could effectively defeat Yan Qi. In the terrain of Hetao, Yan Qi's 50,000 cavalrymen had the absolute upper hand, and Gao Yuan could rely on them. Maybe it was the Liao River, but Yan Qixuan sent troops at this time,

Obviously we want to take advantage of the severe cold in this season.

Liaohe River is going to freeze! Kumamoto sighed. With the severe cold here and the frozen river surface, it would be no problem for him to leave, even for a horse to ride on it. I wonder if Gao Yuan noticed this problem.

Looking at Kumamoto hesitant. Thorpe said proudly: "Look, even General Kumamoto can't think of any possibility of Gao Yuan defeating Yan Qi. What else do I have to worry about?"

"Yan Qi does have a greater chance of winning, but don't forget it. Since Gao Yuan started, every battle has been with the weak against the strong, with the small against the big. But over the years, he has not only lived a good life , and getting stronger and stronger. When you think that he will definitely lose, he will often give you great surprises. This is a person who can create miracles. Although I can't think of any tricks to defeat Yan Qi, but no It means he can't either. Thorpe, I'm just a dying old guy, but Gao Yuan is full of energy. "Kumamoto said, suddenly thinking of something interesting, he laughed," Speaking of which, this. Gao Yuan is really the victim of you Donghu people. From the time he was a soldier, he took advantage of you Donghu people. Every time he grows stronger, you Donghu people are the stepping stones for him. This time, I really wait and see and look forward to a miracle!"

Thorpe was angry and snorted coldly, "Then just wait. When Gao Yuan's head is brought back, I will invite you to come and see it."

The two of them stopped talking and stood at the top of the city, each thinking about their own thoughts.

For a long while, Thorpe glanced sideways at Kumamoto. Although he was over fifty, this veteran general still stood like a tall and tall pine. He was a prisoner in Donghu, but he never lost the dignity of a general. Think again In the previous battle with Lin City, this man relied on his incomplete vanguard army to launch desperate attacks on Helin City again and again. Even in the face of the palace guards who finally attacked, he was still fearless. The 20,000 men commanded by this man were not afraid. Almost all the Yu Pioneer Army died in the battle at the foot of Helin City. Even though Thorpe disdained the Yan army, he still maintained respect for Kumamoto. This was why Kumamoto was still able to live well in Helin after voluntarily staying in Donghu and unwilling to bow to the Donghu people.

"General Kumamoto, Tulu often talks to you about some things in the Yan Kingdom's court, right?" Thorpe shook his head and changed the topic. "Now Tan Feng and Zhou Yu hold the power, Ning Zecheng is dead, Zhou Yuan has been reprimanded, and almost all the veteran generals and ministers who went back with Zhou Yuan have been deposed. In Yan State today, new people are in control of the government. Even if you go back , and with your position, the best ending is to return to your hometown. You have just passed your fifties, and you are willing to be like this?"

Xiongben sneered, "You still want to surrender to me, so why haven't you given up? It's just that Tulu is always nagging in my ears. You, the majestic king of Donghu, have repeatedly humiliated yourself. Even if I, Xiongben, just do it in the future, A country man who works all day long will not serve you Donghu people."

Thorpe's face changed, almost ready to explode. Seeing the calm look on Kumamoto's face, as if he was waiting for him to make a move, Thorpe couldn't help but lose his anger. He laughed, "That's fine, General Kumamoto, but he's just waiting for me to defeat him." After capturing the great Yan in your heart, the Donghu cavalry swept the world and trampled all Qin, Zhao, Qi and Chu under their feet. I would like to see if you are willing to serve me? "

Kumamoto was startled, and suddenly laughed wildly, bending over with laughter, shaking his head while laughing, pointing at Thorpe, "Arrogant, extremely arrogant, I am willing to wait, but I am afraid that when I die of old age, you It’s not possible to even step into the Central Plains.”

Looking at Kumamoto who was laughing uncontrollably, Thorpe said coldly: "You Central Plains people have a saying, where there is a will, there is a way. I have the patience, Kumamoto, maybe this process will be very long, you may really not see it. Yes, but I have this determination and this patience. When I conquer the world, I will ask people to find your son and grandson, give them official titles and titles, let them serve me, and then I will take them with me. Come and put a stick of incense on your grave, but we have to see who wins in the end, you or me!”

Staring at Thorpe with a serious face, the smile on Kumamoto's face gradually froze. This is a madman, he said in his heart.

Looking at the frozen Kumamoto, Thorpe smiled proudly and said: "Now under my rule, I have recruited many frustrated talents among you Central Plains people. They are completing a series of vast projects such as legal system and etiquette for me. , I know the shortcomings of our Donghu people, but do you emperors in the Central Plains know your own shortcomings? Xiongben, you are not willing to serve me, but can other Dayan people be like you?"

He laughed loudly, turned around and said to the bodyguard behind him: "Come here, bring those people over and let General Kumamoto take a look."

Kumamoto was a little surprised, and then he saw a row of dozens of people appearing in front of him and Thorpe. After bowing to Thorpe, they straightened up and glanced at Kumamoto. They all looked ashamed and lowered their heads. language.

Kumamoto's eyebrows gradually rose. Among these people, he only knew a handful of them, but they were all generals in the Yan Army's standing army. But now, they are all wearing the Donghu palace guard uniforms.

Thorpe looked at Kumamoto and smiled: "You don't want to serve me Donghu, but they are willing. Now, they are officers of my palace guard. These people do not have high positions in your standing army. The highest They are just Zhonglang generals, but I have carefully inspected them and found that these people are all talented. Just because of the so-called unspoken rules of your Yan country, they are only like this at best. But in our Donghu, I can Give them a higher position and let them show their talents.”

Kumamoto's eyes swept over everyone's faces sharply, and slowly turned disdainful, "If you forget your ancestors for too many times, God will punish you."

The expressions on the faces of these dozens of generals all became extremely ugly.

Thorpe said indifferently: "Good birds choose trees to roost, and loyal ministers choose their masters. If you serve this king with your heart, I will not treat you badly. I have sent people to ask for your family members from King Yan. King Yan doesn't dare to detain him. I estimate that when you Central Plains people celebrate the New Year, your family will come to Donghu to reunite with you. From now on, you can train soldiers for me in Donghu and go into battle to kill the enemy."

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Dozens of surrendered generals had expressions of surprise and joy on their faces. If these people surrendered to Donghu and had any concerns about the Central Plains, it was only their families.

Thorpe turned to look at Kumamoto proudly, "General Kumamoto, now you should have thought about what they are doing for me, right?"

Kumamoto snorted coldly, "What else can be done is to train infantry. You don't have many farmers in Donghu. Apart from herdsmen, they are slaves. Do you expect these slaves to become a strong army? It's just a joke. They just killed some people who wanted to die on the battlefield."

"You are wrong!" Thorp sneered, "The main body of the infantry does come from slaves, but do you know what slaves long for most, freedom. The main body of these infantry are all second or even third generation. Slaves, the king has promised them that as long as they make meritorious service on the battlefield, they can cancel their fathers' status as slaves, turn them into self-cultivators, and give them land, so their fighting spirit is very high! It’s a wonderful plan for people to promote honor, and I’m going to implement it in Donghu, General Kumamoto, what do you think?”

Kumamoto looked at Thorpe, and his expression finally became heavy. (To be continued)

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