"If you retreat, you will die. If you don't retreat, you will die. Isn't there no way out?"

Zhao Haiping shook his head: "Death? It is easy to die with a completely innocent body, but in this bright world, who can recover again!

"The people in the north are looking forward to it. Although the Jin people have retreated, they are still watching with eager eyes. Who else can we do now?

"I will not die, and I cannot die!"

He took out a letter of decree from his arms, and with a "stab" sound, he tore the yellow silk cloth into two pieces.

"This is a mess of orders, and you refuse to obey the imperial edict!"

All the generals in the tent took a breath of cold air.

Tearing up the emperor's edict is tantamount to treason!

There were also generals who were directly loyal to the emperor. They were shocked when they saw this scene and even wanted to criticize him. However, Zhao Haiping's eyes full of murderous intent swept over him and they could only bow their heads silently.

In the army, General Han Fuyue's status was like a god. Even if he tore up the emperor's edict and asked for guilt, that was not something they, the generals under General Han, could do.

The generals were silent for a moment.

Zhao Haiping had long expected their reaction and said calmly: "I won't embarrass you.

"I only order you to do one thing.

"Each of you should return to your own army and make it clear to the soldiers: If you want to return to the DPRK with our troops, we will return to the DPRK together. I will try my best to disassociate myself from you about what happened here.

"Of course, I can't guarantee whether that thief Qin Huizhi will let you go.

"If a soldier asks me what I'm going to do...

"You also tell them that the Huru have not been exterminated, and the people in the north are eagerly hoping that someone can save them from the fire.

"This matter should be done by the officers and soldiers. But if the officers and soldiers cannot do it, then I will continue to do it even if I don't want to be an officer and soldiers!

"I will never be manipulated by Qin Huizhi, I will not return to the imperial court, and I will even continue to go north to fight to the death with the Jin people!

"If you are willing to continue to follow me, then stay.

"Of course, if you want to follow me, you must be mentally prepared for everything including starvation, betrayal, and separation!"

The generals couldn't help but look at each other, with horrified looks on their faces.

This is about parting ways!

Although he did not say it explicitly, General Han Fuyue's words actually made it clear that the entire current army would be purified.

Those who returned to the court and those who stayed with him will each bear the consequences. It is even possible that these two groups of people will be at war with each other in the future.

This is indeed an extremely difficult decision to make.

If Benshi returns to the court, these lieutenants may be bribed and won over, and they may live a peaceful life for more than ten years. However, they may also be killed to scare the monkeys.

Although there is a high probability that the lives of the soldiers under his command will not be in danger, but looking at the situation of other Xiang armies and forbidden troops in the Qi Dynasty, we know that it is absolutely impossible to fight against the Jin people with the same enemy in the future. It is nothing more than officers taking empty pay and soldiers doing it.

Business, just trying to make a living.

But what if you stay with General Han Fuyue? That is tantamount to treason. The imperial court will definitely no longer supply military rations, and there is a high probability that other generals will come to attack. At this time, although the main force of the Jin people was severely damaged, if they can

If they had a chance to kill General Han Fuyue, they would probably take the risk.

At that time, there will be no food and grass inside, no reinforcements outside, and being attacked from both sides, it is likely to be a disaster.

All the generals were silent.

Zhao Haiping waved his hand: "Go down.

"By the way, I want to remind you one more thing. If anyone dares to deceive his soldiers about this matter, and does not tell them the truth, whether it is to trick them into returning south or tricking them into staying... all military law will be dealt with, and they will be killed without mercy!

"

All the generals said in unison: "Yes!"

Then, everyone returned to camp.

Although these people may also engage in small tricks, Zhao Haiping is not worried on the whole.

On the one hand, because the friendship with General Han Fuyue still exists, most generals will remember their old friendship and act according to his wishes; on the other hand, even if some generals have other ideas, they dare not do anything in the army.

General Han has made it clear that he doesn't even dare to listen to the emperor's orders. He doesn't dare to kill you for doing something small here? Is that possible?

Therefore, Zhao Haiping's last military order was completely implemented.

…

Within a few days, the 100,000-strong army stationed in Zhuxian Town became commotion.

All ministries have learned from their respective generals that the emperor summoned General Han Fuyue with twelve gold medals, but General Han Fuyue refused to obey the order.

And this dilemma is faced by all soldiers.

Return to the imperial court? Or follow General Han Fuyue and plan together?

Both roads have uncertain futures.

But fortunately, compared to the real situation in history, they still have a second way to choose.

Ten days later, the army set off and returned to the court.

Several generals who led the troops back to the court looked ashamed and did not dare to look directly into Zhao Haiping's eyes.

But Zhao Haiping didn't say much, he just patted them on the shoulders and told them to take care of themselves after they go back. Even if they can no longer help the country and save the people, they should at least seek to protect themselves and not be easily harmed by treacherous people, let alone

Complicity and treachery.

The military camps that originally surrounded Zhuxian Town and stretched for several miles became empty as the army moved out.

Zhao Haiping looked at the generals who were still willing to stay with him and the soldiers who were finally willing to stay.

At this time, these soldiers were already neatly arranged in the open space outside the Chinese army camp just like they did during military training in the past. Their military appearance was neat, and everyone had a look of sadness and indignation on their faces.

At this time, the number of soldiers in Zhao Haiping's hands had dropped from 100,000 to more than 30,000!

Of course, before the various ministries left, the general left behind a large amount of ordnance, baggage, war horses and other resources.

After all, it is basically impossible for these people who have returned to the DPRK to fight in the future. They should be left to General Han Fuyue who needs them more. Moreover, they have to stay.

As for these generals, some of their original soldiers want to go back, and those generals who want to go back also have soldiers who are unwilling to leave, so after this time, each battalion will have to be reorganized.

Although this is not a big problem, after saying goodbye and seeing that the once 100,000-strong army has now been reduced to ten or seventy-eight, these people can't help but feel a little sentimental after all.

But now, everyone is looking at Zhao Haiping.

They entrusted all their wealth and lives here out of their trust in General Han Fuyue. No matter it was through mountains of swords or seas of fire, they were willing to accompany him in all adventures.

And now, it's time for Zhao Haiping to make a promise to them.

Zhao Haiping stepped onto a high slope, looked around, and prepared to start his lecture.

In real history, General Han Fuyue often gave such lectures. Whenever he talked about the shame of Jingping, he often burst into tears. The soldiers were all moved by such inspiration. Only Han Fuyue had this kind of family and country feelings.

Only a divine general like General Fuyue who takes the lead can be deeply rooted in the hearts of every soldier and form an invincible and strong military spirit.

Now, Zhao Haiping also wants to use a lecture to reunite the divided army.

"Soldiers!

"Every time I went on an expedition, every time I had to fight a tough battle, I would stand here and tell you about the shame of Jingping.

"Today, I still want to talk about the shame of Jingping. But the details I want to talk about are different from before.

"I would like to ask you all, whose shame is Jingping's shame?"

Zhao Haiping asked loudly, while the soldiers below had confused faces.

"Returning to the general is a disgrace to our Qi Dynasty!" one of the soldiers replied.

Zhao Haiping nodded: "That's right! It's my Qi Dynasty's shame!

"On the day when the capital city was destroyed, the two saints, the emperor's relatives, and all the civil and military officials were taken captive to the Kingdom of Jin and were wantonly humiliated. The shame of Jingping is the shame of my Qi Dynasty, and the hatred of the ministers is also the hatred of the ministers of the Qi Dynasty!

"That's why I shouted the slogan to the emperor to welcome back the Second Saint. Because only by going straight to Huanglong Mansion, capturing the Five Kingdoms City, and rescuing the Second Saint, would it be a great shame!

"But I have also told you many details. Who is responsible for this shame of Jingping?

"Is it caused by King Qin's army who traveled thousands of miles but was dismissed in the end?

"Is it caused by Li Boxi, who advocated guarding the capital but was dismissed from office in the end?

"Or is it because the people in the city shed all their blood and tears to defend the city, only to be robbed of their property and separated from their wives?"

The repeated questioning left the soldiers below speechless.

After a long time, a soldier whispered: "It's...it was caused by the Two Saints..."

Although the voice was soft, it was obvious that others already had the same answer in their hearts.

Yes, if it weren't for the cunning maneuvers of the two weird emperors, how could the capital city be defeated? Even if it was destroyed, the Jin soldiers would not be able to enter the city at all, and how could they capture the royal family and ministers together?

Zhao Haiping nodded and said loudly: "That's right! It was caused by the Two Saints!

"Whose shame is Jingping's shame?"

He looked at it and saw that no one dared to reply, so he simply said: "It is a shame to the royal family of our Qi Dynasty! It is a shame to the official family!
To be continued...