Chapter 693 Famous Generals Gather
Three thousand generals, hundreds of ironworks craftsmen, countless baggage horses, fully loaded and boarded nearly two hundred ships of various types, took advantage of the moonlight to sail into the Wei River and flow eastward, filling the river with mighty force. There is a domineering spirit of "a hundred rivals competing for the flow".
As the sky grew brighter, the fleet arrived at Tongguan.
Tongguan faces Shanxi across the Yellow River to the north, and borders Hangu to the east. At the same time, the Yellow River and the Weihe River meet here. It is known as the transportation hub of "Three Provinces when the Rooster Crows" and has been a strategic military location for military strategists since ancient times. .
There is a checkpoint on the river in Tongguan to collect the customs tax from merchant ships.
Nowadays, although the imperial court has raised a dispute about whether to cancel the Guanjin tax, people in Guanjin all over the world are already panicked, and there is a fear of being precarious. Therefore, at many checkpoints, people crossing Tianjin became more aggressive than ever before, severely exploiting passing caravans, causing outrage and resentment.
However, as long as this majestic five-tooth warship is seen from a distance, naturally no one will blindly try to intercept Fang Jun's fleet...
When they heard that Fang Jun's fleet had arrived at Guanxia, the Tongguan garrison ordered soldiers to open the locks and disperse all merchant ships to ensure that Fang Jun's fleet could pass through first. At the same time, they took the time to board the ship to pay homage.
Even the most rebellious and well-educated officials dare not take it lightly. The rule in the officialdom is that everyone carries the sedan chair. You have offended such an official with a bright future today. How do you know that it won't fall into other people's hands in the future?
Even if they are from different camps, there is rarely such open conflict and neglect.
Who knows that one day the wind will change and the current enemies will become comrades in the same camp?
The Tongguan garrison was a general named Cheng. He was in his twenties and had a childish face, but he was tall and muscular, and his body was as strong as an iron tower. When he jumped on Fang Jun's boat, the bow of the boat sank hard. one time.
"Erlang is really lucky to be able to go south to the south of the Yangtze River to show off his skills, but he has to guard such a checkpoint and is called a vampire by the caravans coming and going. It's really enviable!"
This person was very familiar to him. Although he didn't recognize Fang Jun, he didn't know him outside. When they met, he would complain a lot, but he wasn't offensive.
Fang Jun likes young generals who look like fierce generals the most. They are skilled and obedient, march forward courageously in battles, and can cut off the enemy even if they run away. They are the best candidates to be "human shields"...
Reaching out to avoid hitting the smiling man, Fang Jun smiled and clasped his fists and said, "Fang Jun, have you not asked me your surname?"
The fierce general clasped his fists, showed his white teeth, and laughed at himself: "Why is it so expensive? My surname is Cheng, and my name is Wuting. My father, Cheng Mingzhen, the governor of Mingzhou, once had a relationship with Fang Xiang in the past. My father has always regretted that he could not It’s a pity to listen to Fang Xiang’s teachings.”
Fang Jun was stunned for a moment, Cheng Wuting? Cheng Mingzhen?
I seem to be quite lucky lately, with famous players appearing one after another.
Liu Rengui, Xi Junmai, Su Dingfang, Pei Xingjian, Cheng Wuting... all of them will be the mainstays of the Tang Dynasty in the future. These famous generals who were revered and respected like myths in history books have crossed paths with Fang Jun one after another. How lucky they are. ?
Fang Junke said politely: "I have heard of the reputation of Old General Cheng, but it is a pity that I could not meet him. My father has mentioned to my younger brother more than once that General Cheng is brave and kind-hearted. If there is a chance in the future, my brother will definitely help me." I have to recommend it to my younger brother.”
Cheng Wuting laughed loudly: "If my father learns these two comments from the prime minister, I'm afraid he will be so excited that he can't sleep and will have to drink three glasses of wine!"
Cheng Mingzhen was also considered a famous general in the history of the early Tang Dynasty!
In his early years, he served as the magistrate of Pule County under Dou Jiande. During his tenure, he had outstanding political achievements, unparalleled courage and reputation, so thieves did not dare to set foot in Pule County. After he returned to the Tang Dynasty in the fourth year of Wude, Li Yuan granted him the Yongning Order and asked him to visit Hebei. Soon after, he raided Ye County at night and arrested more than a thousand people, including many men and women. He was soft-hearted and let the breastfeeding women go. Therefore, the people of Ye County are very grateful for his kindness, and his reputation is very good in Hebei. Liu Heitai's counterattack came fiercely. Knowing that he was difficult to defeat, he quickly ran back to Chang'an. Unfortunately, his mother and wife fell into the hands of the enemy and died tragically.
The "Old Book of Tang" states that "Ming Zhen also asked for Heita from Taizong." These military achievements were inevitably attributed to Li Shimin's wise leadership. But Fang Jun knew that Li Shimin and Cheng Mingzhen didn't know each other at all, let alone assigned him to do this or that.
The history books mention that "when Hei Tao was leveled, Mingzhen asked him to kill Hei Tao and sacrifice his head to his mother." - It was Li Jiancheng who caught Liu Hei Tao, and it was Li Jiancheng who ordered Liu Hei Tao to be killed. Cheng Mingzhen wanted to kill his enemy with his own hands and take Liu Heita's head to sacrifice to his mother. It was obvious who he wanted to "invite". Later, "he became famous and paid homage to the governor of Yingzhou, the governor of Yingzhou, and was granted the title of Duke of Dongjun. He was given two thousand pieces of gifts and three hundred taels of gold. He was later transferred to the governor of Mingzhou."
Moreover, the area of Shandong and Hebei has always been the sphere of influence of Prince Qi, so you can imagine who Cheng Mingzhen belongs to. With Cheng Mingzhen's qualifications, he is still serving as a governor in Mingzhou, which shows that he is not favored by His Majesty Li Er...
Therefore, when Li Shimin was about to attack Liaodong, he met Cheng Mingzhen, who had already served as the governor of Yingzhou, for the first time. He said that he had the ability to be a general and that he should be promoted and reused. Cheng Mingzhen did not know whether he was really crazy or fake, and he forgot to thank him...< br>
A very interesting person!
The fleet was huge in number and cumbersome. Even if the gates were opened to pass through first, it would not be able to finish in a while. Fang Jun asked Cheng Wuting to sit down for a while and started chatting.
"I just heard my brother complain that he seems not satisfied with his current official position?" Fang Jun asked casually.
Cheng Wu was troubled by this dark face that was better than Fang Jun's: "It's not that he is dissatisfied with the official position, but he doesn't want to just be a tax collector! The place in Mingzhou has always been in chaos. It was completely deserted by Dou Jiande back then. They were all killed in the war, so there were a lot of bandits and corruption. It has only gotten better in recent years. When I was fourteen, I followed my father to go to school. He fought to suppress bandits and served as a vanguard without losing a single victory! With his strength, he wanted to make achievements on the battlefield. How could he stay in this small Tongguan and be a tax collector? But my father could not say that in front of His Majesty. In other words, no one in the court can be accommodating. Seeing the soldiers of the Tang Dynasty marching across Mobei in the Western Region, someone is eager and greedy! "
As he spoke, a pair of big eyes stared at Fang Jun, testing Fang Jun's reaction.
Fang Jun secretly laughed in his heart. This guy seemed rough and reckless, but in fact he was brave and resourceful. He actually wanted to find a way out of his own side... But Fang Jun was not disgusted. Who knew that this guy could really fight? Keeping this tough guy by your side will give you someone to back you up even if you lose a battle and run away...
Fang Junhao was so angry that he patted his chest and said: "How can a hero fall into the wilderness and have great ambitions but not be able to carry them out? If my brother really wants to charge into the battle and find a wife and shadow son who will be remembered in history, I will write a letter to my father and ask him to do it. I ask for a favor from Your Majesty and let me serve under my younger brother. Wouldn’t it be great for us brothers to conquer the East China Sea and traverse the ocean together?”
Cheng Wu was overjoyed: "Is Erlang serious about what he said?"
Fang Jun glared and said: "Go to Chang'an and ask around. Some people say that our second roommate is a stick man. Who dares to say that our second roommate doesn't keep his word? Slap him to death with his big mouth!"
"Hahaha! I have long heard that Fang Erlang is fierce and responsible, and he is a tough and tough guy. I am convinced! I will go back and resign as a tax collector, and wait for Erlang's transfer order. I will hand over these more than one hundred kilograms. Give it to Erlang! From now on, I will hit you wherever you point. If you frown, you are a son of a bitch!”
The two looked at each other and laughed.
In fact, Fang Jun knew in his heart that it would be pure nonsense to say how much Cheng Wuting recognized him. The more capable a person is, the less likely he is to be easily convinced. This is the case for Su Dingfang and the same for Cheng Wuting.
But Fang Jun has a big trend!
Who doesn't know that Goguryeo is the demon in His Majesty Li Er's heart? Who doesn't know that joining Fang Jun's navy is equivalent to the pawns of His Majesty Li Er's expedition to Goguryeo? Those noble families would rather be brutally slaughtered by Fang Jun one after another, just to be able to join the Navy and gain meritorious service?
As long as you can join me, I can conquer you!
This is true for you Cheng Wuting, and the same is true for Su Dingfang!
After traveling through time, if I can't collect a few powerful generals for fun, wouldn't I be wasting God's grace in vain?
The two were chatting and laughing happily, when suddenly there was a shout from the shore.
Fang Jun opened the curtains on the boat, took a look at the shore, and immediately felt happy...
My brothers, I have been very tired these days, but I am very happy to see the monthly recommended tickets and subscriptions increasing rapidly! Since you all are so supportive of me, even if my wrists are broken, I am still happy with it! Here is the first chapter, please appreciate it, the excitement will continue...
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