After traveling through time, I became Han Zhang’s grandson?

On February 26, the third year of Yuanyou in the Song Dynasty, Han Ming convened the last pre-war combat meeting for the Northern Expedition to Yanyun, which was aimed at the recovery of Xijin Prefecture.

"...This Marshal and the other gentlemen and lords will personally go to Xijin Prefecture to negotiate."

"Command of all frontline units will be taken over by General Guo Kui. Any questions?!"

It was called a meeting, but in fact, Han Ming was just giving orders unilaterally.

"no problem!"

All the generals stood up in unison and saluted.

"General Guo, if there are any logistical issues, please consult with Li Jianjun."

Guo Kui and Li Xian looked at each other and nodded in response, "Yes."

"In Jizhou, how is Di Liang's Bazhou Army doing?"

After briefly discussing the issues on the Xijin Prefecture front, Han Ming asked about the situation in the east.

"Di Liang's troops have already recovered Jingzhou, Luanzhou, Pingzhou, and Yingzhou in accordance with the previous strategic requirements. They have joined forces with Zhang Qiao's troops in Qianzhou and have begun providing follow-up reinforcements!"

Zhang Qie immediately stepped forward to report the situation.

"Tell Di Liang and Zhang Qiao's troops to contact Wang Shao immediately after stabilizing the area east of Jizhou. Both sides will send troops to the south and north simultaneously to recapture the entire Liaoxi Corridor and consolidate the Liaodong defense line!"

Han Ming quickly gave Di Liang and Zhang Qiao the next military move.

"Understood. I will send a message eastward as soon as possible!"

Zhang Qie accepted the order and said.

"Just in case, I will dispatch 300 soldiers from the Jingsai Army and the Shenji Camp to accompany the negotiations."

"If an accident occurs, communication fireworks will be set off in time. Pay attention to the situation and take siege measures at any time!"

After Han Ming finished his last sentence, all the civil and military officials in the tent looked serious and bowed in greeting.

"I will follow Commander Han's orders!"

"I will follow Prime Minister Han's orders!"

"..."

On the first day of March, as the Song and Liao armies were staring at each other covetously, Han Ming, accompanied by envoys including Sima Junshi, plus three hundred Jingsai troops and Shenjiying soldiers, rushed into Xijin Prefecture.

The moment the gate of Xijin Prefecture closed, Guo Kui immediately ordered the artillery unit of the Shenjiying to aim all nearly 300 cannons at the south city wall.

The black muzzle of the gun made the Liao army on the wall of Xijin Prefecture feel frightened and their calves cramped.

The Jingsai Army, on the other hand, unfurled their flags and patrolled the four gates of Xijin Prefecture. The rumbling sound of their iron hooves frightened the Liao Army in the city, preventing them from making any rash moves.

As for the Xiongzhou Legion and the Bazhou Legion, Gao Zunyu and Liu Changzuo's troops deployed all their infantry and cavalry at the east gate and west gate respectively, making preparations for the siege.

Such a situation that was about to break out made the defending general Xiao Boyu look ugly.

"If it weren't for His Majesty's timely order for peace talks, General Xiao, do you think there's any chance of holding on to Xijin Prefecture?"

The prime minister Yelu Yixin said with his hands behind his back.

"How many points? I'm afraid it's not even a single point."

"See that iron-like thing? I heard from the Song people that it was called the 'Shenwu Cannon'."

"After a few shots, the city walls crumbled and no one could stop them!"

"If you have the chance, Prime Minister, you can go to Zhuozhou to take a look. It's a ruin now!"

Xiao Boyu first made fun of himself, and then teased this important official.

He himself almost died in Zhuozhou, so he really didn't want to fight against the terrifying army of Shenjiying again.

Unless the Liao Dynasty can also possess these firearms, it will be impossible to avenge the humiliation in this lifetime.

"Perhaps there's no chance now. The peace talks between Liao and Song have concluded, and it's time for us to leave this promised land bestowed by God for a hundred years."

Yelu Yixin sighed in pain and walked towards the city wall.

"Xiao Shuai, please guard the last shift and complete the last mission in Yanyun."

When Yelu Yixin's words reached Xiao Boyu's ears, he smiled bitterly.

Defend Xijin Prefecture? Your Majesty is too naive...

. . . . . .

"The delegation from the Kingdom of Song includes Han Ming, Sima Junshi, He Zhengru, and Su Ziyu..."

"Meet you——!"

Following a roar from the eunuch, Han Ming and other envoys walked without recognizing any relatives and swaggered into the hall from the palace gate.

Such behavior made Su Ziyu, who was on his first diplomatic mission, as well as the Liao eunuchs and guards, change their expressions.

"You'll get used to it. Things are different now. There's no need to be so cautious."

Su Shizhan had experienced the difficult process of being sent to Liao, so when his brother's expression changed, he couldn't help but remind him in a low voice and gave him a sinister smile.

This made Su Ziyu's forehead sweat silently. His eldest brother, the most respected brother, now seemed to have been led astray by Han.

"Will the Liao army... if we are too arrogant..."

Su Ziyu made a gesture of wiping his neck and looked around cautiously.

"See those Song army soldiers behind us? There are still tens of thousands of them outside. What are you afraid of?!"

The excitement in Su Zizhan's eyes made Su Ziyu understand the meaning.

This is the source of their confidence. A weak country has no diplomacy!

After calming down, Su Ziyu tried to imitate the old men in front of him and took steps that belonged to the prosperous age.

. . . . . .

"Foreign minister Han Ming and the envoys from the Great Song Dynasty pay their respects to His Majesty the Great Emperor of Liao. May His Majesty live long and long!"

Once again standing in the main hall of Xijin Mansion, once again shouting loudly, in an instant, everyone seemed to have returned to the winter of twenty-two years ago.

At that time, everyone was still young, young and frivolous, full of vigor and fearless.

At that time, the Liao Dynasty was still at its peak and invincible, while the Song Dynasty had just taken the first steps towards reform and strengthening itself. The two sides were worlds apart.

Yelu Hongji thought he could easily control Han Ming, and Han Ming also took every step carefully to protect himself, just like the gap in national strength between Song and Liao.

Now their identities have been swapped. Although Han Ming is still standing at the bottom, he is more imposing, more powerful, and more oppressive than Yelu Hongji who is sitting at the top!

"Mr. Han, it's been over twenty years since we last met. You've aged!"

Yelu Hongji looked at the other person in amazement, just like the first time they met here. Although Han had matured a lot, his temperament was still so stunning that people couldn't open their eyes.

"Your Majesty's hair and beard are all white, and he no longer has the heroic spirit he once had!"

Although Han Ming's words have not been as vicious to his people in recent years, he is still full of sarcasm and murderous intent when he speaks to the outside world.

"Hahaha, see? This is Han Jingyuan. No matter how much time passes, his mouth will always be invincible!"

Yelu Hongji held onto the dragon throne, slowly stood up and walked down the stairs.

But this time he didn't pay attention to Han Ming, but stared at Xiao Guanyin, who was dressed in ordinary clothes.

"Ayin..."

Yelu Hongji wanted to reach out and grab the other person, but Han Ming dodged and stopped him.

"Your Majesty, do you think this is the right time? How about we start the negotiations?"

Looking at Xiao Guanyin, who was standing behind Han Ming, being quiet and obedient like a little wife, a raging fire continued to burn in Yelu Hongji's heart.

His eyes wandered between Han Ming and Xiao Guanyin, and finally he whispered in Han Ming's ear: "Are you interested in my woman?"

Yelu Hongji was tall, and Han Ming was no less so. Seeing Yelu Hongji's demonstration, he couldn't help but curl the corners of his mouth and reveal a strange smile.

"I'm just admiring you. Why is Your Majesty so anxious to express your position?"

"Are you afraid that a foreign minister will snatch her away?"

As soon as Han Ming finished speaking, everyone felt the earth-shaking change in Yelu Hongji's aura, and he attacked Han Ming fiercely.

Upon seeing this, Han grinned uncontrollably, with an inexplicable excitement in his eyes, but a hint of viciousness on his face. His gentle and refined temperament suddenly became overbearing.

The two of them just looked at each other, staring at each other without avoiding at all.

Compared to Han's cautious attitude more than 20 years ago, this time he showed no sign of giving in and confronted Yelu Hongji head-on.

"You're fine. This is the first time I've seen your true face, right?!"

A trace of bloodthirstiness flashed across Yelu Hongji's eyes, and he locked onto Han Ming like a tiger that smelled blood.

"How does your Majesty know that this is the true face of this foreign minister? Perhaps this is also a disguise?"

Han Ming retorted without hesitation.

"No, this is you. I can feel it. This is your true face."

"Under your seemingly unruly and gentle mask, you are a thug and butcher just like me!!!"

"Han Jingyuan, it turns out you're not so perfect after all..."