Chapter 3129 Military Law First
"Back off!"
Duan Hu raised his arms and pushed away the soldiers who were trying to capture the two of them. He stood up straight and looked at Fang Jun with round eyes. Not only did he not show the slightest fear, but he held his neck and said: "The more you go, the more likely you are." Isn't this too much, Duke? To express our respect, we came here at a gallop of more than a hundred miles. It’s fine if you don’t appreciate our respect, but why do you want to kill us to scare the monkeys? Although we don’t have much contact, after all, we are old and young, and this is what we do. Isn’t that unkind? ”
When the surrounding soldiers saw Duan Hu going crazy, they were all so frightened that they fell into silence.
The reputation of "Fang Er Bang Chui" is so powerful in Guanzhong, who dares to speak like this in front of him? It’s just looking for death...
But if you think about it carefully, Duan Hu's words are not completely unreasonable.
Duan Hu is the nephew of Yin Kaishan, Duke of Yun State. Yin Kaishan's son died early, so he adopted his elder brother's son as his heir. Duan Hu's father was Yin Kaishan's brother, so Yin Kaishan doted on his nephew. Duan Hu was only twenty years old, so he found the position of Liangzhou guard.
Yin Kaishan is a low-key person, modest and tolerant. He has a good rapport with Fang Xuanling, a brilliant man, and the two families have a good relationship.
Although the Hou Mo and Chen family have declined, they have a deep foundation after all. They were the pillars of Guan Long in the early years, and everyone will give them a bit of a thumbs-down.
Now that Fang Jun has just arrived, it is indeed a bit harsh to make a fuss about these two people...
Fang Jun sat on the horse, frowning and said: "Why, you left your post without permission, isn't it right?"
Duan Hu clasped his hands in his fists and said: "There must be mistakes, but what can we do? The Duke of Yue is leaving the town on orders, and we are very subordinates. If we don't come to welcome him, we will inevitably end up with someone who is disrespectful to the superior, arrogant and extravagant." You have the reputation of being domineering. Now you are saying that we are "absent from our posts". You are right. Do we deserve to be picked out to show you our authority?"
Hou Mochenfen also straightened his back, with an angry look on his face.
The Chen family of Hou Mo belongs to the Guanlong lineage, and he and Fang Jun have always been at odds with each other, and even have a deep hatred for each other. If Fang Jun deliberately targets him, there is really nothing he can do except suffer the consequences of being dumb.
But since Duan Hu jumped out, he was naturally happy to agree...
Duan Hu frowned and looked at Fang Jun angrily. He felt that he was reasonable.
In the officialdom, apart from the interests of oneself and the family, there is nothing more than worldliness. Except for those people who have never interacted with each other until death, who would offend someone in a hurry? Not to mention the relationship between the Fang family and the Duan family. The older generation and the younger generation get along well. Now that something like this is happening, who can be convinced?
Fang Jun was not annoyed at all. He waved his hand and said, "Pei Changshi, what crime should be committed by those who leave their posts without authorization in front of the two armies?"
Pei Xingjian came up from behind and said calmly: "I shall be punished according to the law!"
Fang Jun turned a blind eye to the look on Duan Hu's face, looked around at the people in front of him, and said loudly: "Now that Tuyuhun is about to invade, and the enemy is in front of us, we are responsible for protecting the border and the people, and we are a pillar. We must be strict in military law when we are in front of the enemy. You are a general, but you know how to break the law, and you dare to say anything about worldliness in front of me... Who gave you the courage?"
He shouted loudly, his eyes widened, and angrily said: "The bad habits of the officialdom often arouse the anger of heaven and the people, but now they have been adopted by you and others in the army. You regard the army as a platform for your friendship and exchanges, and you blame others and follow others. It is simply What a heinous crime! Military law is military. Come here, take off Duan Hu and Hou Mo Chen Fen's armor, and give them thirty military sticks as a warning! After the war, I will report your crimes to the Ministry of War. Are you willing to accept the offer of meritorious deeds? ”
The army is the most important weapon of the country. The decline of dynasties in the past is often caused by the corruption of the army. The prevalence of corruption in the officialdom will make the people complain and the world will be unstable. However, as long as the army is as stable as Mount Tai and the country is as solid as a rock, it will not be able to cause big troubles. But once the army is completely rotten and blame-shifting becomes common from top to bottom, and it only cares about human relations and worldliness, and only pursues power and interests, it will be a disaster for the country.
How long had it been since the founding of the Tang Dynasty?
Tiger Ben of the Tang Dynasty, who was originally rampant and had strict military discipline, lost his enterprising, upright and brave style in just a few years, and became tainted with the bad habits of worldliness...
This is absolutely intolerable.
Duan Hu and Hou Mochen's expressions were extremely ugly, but they knew that Fang Jun was the coach, and his usual prestige made them jealous. Although they were dissatisfied, they did not dare to say more. They just lowered their heads and said: "The general is willing to lead Punishment!”
Fang Jun waved his hand: "Execution!"
"Here!"
Behind them, the commander of the army immediately stepped forward, removed their armor and pants from the two men to their knees, then pushed them to the ground and hit them with military sticks, making a "pop" sound.
Both of them were tough guys. Although their faces were sweating profusely in pain and the muscles on their cheeks were twitching, they resisted and remained silent.
The generals on the left and right were silent, and even the people in the distance were frightened and whispered to each other.
Fang Jun said loudly: "I was ordered to go out to Hexi to resist the invasion of powerful enemies and protect the people of the city. From the moment I stepped into Hexi, I had no intention of returning to Chang'an alive! The army is the wings of the empire. It is supported by the people in peacetime and in war. At this time, you should sacrifice your life and protect the country and the people! All regulations are based on military law. If anyone violates military law, don't blame me for not remembering the past! Today, I swear in public that I will not defeat the enemy's chieftains, and I will not retreat if the counties in Hexi fall and the people are killed. Then he was buried in Hexi and died with the thieves!”
All the generals on the left and right were shocked.
Dare to say such words in front of so many people, which shows that Fang Jun's determination to guard the counties in Hexi is extremely firm. The dignified Duke of Yue and the son-in-law of the emperor dared to say such words about living or dying with Hexi. What reason did the others have to be timid and retreat?
It’s just a fight to the death!
Although the bad habits of officialdom gradually eroded the army, the Tang army was an elite warrior who had been in battle for many years and was never afraid of fighting to the death!
The people in the distance heard these words clearly and suddenly burst into loud cheers!
As the saying goes, "It's hard to leave one's homeland," as long as there is a slight possibility, who would be willing to leave their homeland and become a slave-like refugee, being supported by others and losing their freedom?
Everyone has heard the news that Tuyuhun is coming out in force and is about to invade Hexi. The most fearful thing is that the imperial court is afraid of the enemy's strength. After a few defeats, it will simply withdraw from Hexi and hand over the counties in Hexi. Then everyone will really be homeless. It's time to return.
Now that this famous general of the Tang Dynasty has sworn an oath in public, what else does everyone have to be afraid of?
Whether it is Guanzhong or Hexi, it has always been a battleground for military strategists. The people are fierce and martial, and there is never a shortage of people who dare to fight and can fight.
In order to protect the land, parents, wives and children, why should we fear powerful enemies?
For a time, the morale of both the soldiers and the civilians was high. The fear caused by Tuyuhun's imminent invasion was wiped away. Everyone was united and willing to fight to the death!
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After the execution, Sima stood on one side of the army, and his own soldiers came forward to apply wound medicine to Duan Hu and Hou Mo Chenfen, and then put on their clothes and armor.
Liangzhou garrison Yuchi Baohuan, who had been silent all the time, stepped forward and said with a smile: "Duke Yue, the general has prepared a banquet. Please come into the city to talk about it. If you have any military orders, please give me your instructions. We will listen. , absolutely no violation.”
He was frightened at this moment, fearing that this "stick" wouldn't be able to beat people enough, so he might as well give himself a beating. Fortunately, Liangzhou is in front, and Ganzhou and Suzhou are behind. Otherwise, if Fang Jun arrives in Ganzhou and Suzhou first, he will have to rush over to greet him, and a beating with a military stick is inevitable...
Fang Jun glanced at him coldly. When Yuchi Baohuan was frightened, he heard Fang Jun say: "The military situation is urgent, where can I have time to drink and have fun? Bring a guide who is familiar with the terrain of Hexi and go to Dadou Valley immediately without delay!"
"Here!"
Yuchi Baohuan was sweating on his forehead and quickly took the order.
Fang Jun looked around and said coldly: "I intend to stop the Tuyuhun cavalry in Da Dou Valley. I will go ahead to explore the terrain. You will immediately return to your respective stations to reorganize your troops and strengthen your defense as backup. If you neglect your duties, you will be punished. You have the responsibility to protect the land, so don’t blame me for not recognizing anyone with his sword!”
"Here!"
The generals suddenly accepted the order.
The Youtun Guards marched neatly and their military appearance was at its peak. They bypassed Liangzhou City and headed west, heading straight towards Da Dou to pull out the valley.
Looking at the elite division in front of him, which was generally equipped with firearms, Duan Hu's eyes were full of envy and admiration, and he said softly: "Everyone says that Fang Er is domineering and arrogant, but his ability to run an army is something that few people in the entire army can match. He is not a waste of money. A person who has gained a reputation in vain!”
Yuchi Baohuan rolled his eyes and said angrily: "Then how do you think I got the title of Duke of this country? A family with two Dukes, the most glorious family in the Tang Dynasty, these are all made by people! Don't talk weird words, now The situation is in danger, and we should do our best to defend the land and bring peace to the people. If Hexi falls and Fang Jun dares to say that he will never retreat, how can we abandon the city and flee without mercy?" (End of Chapter)