Reborn in Liangshan: I built the strongest lineup

"Come on!"

"Kill!"

At the Liao border, even though the Liao people had already assembled some troops in advance, they could only retreat step by step when faced with the Song army, which had a significant numerical advantage.

Tong Guan was a veteran of war, and when the old man got angry, he was quite formidable.

"General, we can't hold out any longer! There are too many Song people!"

The person in charge of guarding this place was also a member of the Liao royal family, named Yelü Zonghui. Although he was not as important as the main branch in terms of bloodline, but rather a member of a smaller branch, he was highly valued by Yelü Chun because of his bravery in battle. Before going to the capital, Yelü Chun specifically entrusted him with the important task of defending the southern border of Liao.

"We must hold on, even if we can't! When have we ever been forced to retreat by the Song people? Are you kidding me?"

Yelü Zonghui signaled to his men not to retreat!

He was chosen by Yelü Chun to get to his current position. If he doesn't perform well, he would be letting Yelü Chun down!

"General, let's retreat first. As the old saying goes, 'Where there's life, there's hope.' Let's retreat back to Nanjing, gather our forces there, and then fight back. Let these Song people be smug for a couple of days!"

Yelü Zonghui didn't want to retreat, but he couldn't stop his subordinates from wanting to retreat!

"Shameful, so shameful!"

Yelü Zonghui angrily pounded the city wall, but was tackled to the ground by his men the next second.

"General, watch out for stray arrows!"

Yelü Zonghui was tackled to the ground, his head buzzing from the impact. When he finally came to his senses and looked up at the arrow marks on the wall, his fighting spirit, which had been so strong just moments before, suddenly calmed down.

If my trusted aide hadn't pulled me away just now, I would be dead by now!

However, Yelü Zonghui felt that he would disgrace the Yelü family if he had to submit to these Song people!

"General! We must retreat! Nanjing is a fortified city; let's withdraw and hold our ground while awaiting reinforcements!"

"Moreover, General, if we let the Song people win once, they will definitely be blinded by victory. When that happens, we can lure them deep into our territory and make sure they never return!"

Seeing that Yelü Zonghui remained silent, the confidant continued to persuade him.

"Withdraw! Withdraw!"

This time, Yelü Zonghui did not try to hold on any longer and immediately issued the order to retreat.

Yelü Zonghui's subordinates were overjoyed and quickly escorted him down from the city wall. The group of people hurriedly ran out of the city's north gate!

"Privy Councilor! The enemy's offensive on the city walls has slowed down considerably! It seems we've driven them away!"

On the Song army's side, scouts also gave an urgent report to Tong Guan.

Although Tong Guan's tactics were not very creative, he just used a lot of numbers, but the sheer number of people did produce an effect!

"Then what are we waiting for? Let's press on and take this city!"

Tong Guan put on his helmet, tightened his armor, and drew his sword!

"Charge! The first one to enter the city will be rewarded with a hundred taels of silver and promoted three ranks!"

With a generous reward, brave men will surely emerge. Encouraged by Tong Guan, the vanguard of the Song army fought with increasing ferocity! They actually broke through the city gates and stormed into this small border town!

Tong Guan also followed the army into the city, looking quite impressive!

"Prime Minister Tong, after so many years, is this the first time we've captured a Liao city?"

"Prime Minister Tong, does this mean we've begun to reclaim Yan and Yun?"

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In fact, this was just a small city, merely a sentry post in front of Nanjing Xijin Prefecture of the Liao Kingdom. However, the Song army's vanguard soldiers felt very pleased to have captured the city so easily!

This place was once the Yan-Yun region!

"Well done! Hurry up and clear the battlefield, Nanjing of Liao is right in front of us! Tomorrow we'll take Nanjing in one fell swoop!"

Tong Guan's greatest wish in his life was to be remembered in history!

He agreed to cooperate with Ren Yuan because Ren Yuan said that as long as he did a good job, he would be recorded in history.

But now, Tong Guan suddenly felt that he could go down in history without relying on Ren Yuan!

As long as I can reclaim Yan and Yun!

As long as I can defeat the current emperor of the Liao Kingdom!

His merits were enough to make him a king!

Thinking of this, Tong Guan got carried away!

"Wait, don't wait until tomorrow! Quickly get the pots and pans ready, let's set off tonight and launch a night raid on Nanjing!"

"Yes!"

The news that Tong Guan had led the vanguard to capture the city quickly reached the central army. Upon hearing this, Zhao Ji, who had been lying in the chariot, suddenly sat up and almost jumped out of the chariot!

"I knew it! I knew it!"

Emperor Huizong of Song was also captivated!

"I knew the Liao people were at their last gasp! I knew Ma Zhi wouldn't lie to me! I knew Minister Tong wouldn't let me down!"

"Daban, look! Look! We've captured a city! Even though it's just a sentry post, it's still a city! And it's a city in Yanyun!"

Zhao Ji was extremely excited. At that moment, he felt incredibly close to his brother!

Your Majesty, you may be able to reclaim the Hehuang region, but I will reclaim the Yanyun region!

"Congratulations, Your Majesty! Congratulations, Your Majesty! With a valiant general like Tong Shumi and so many brave soldiers, we will surely be able to reclaim Yan and Yun!"

Yang Jian also congratulated Zhao Ji at this time, and to be honest, he was also excited.

For so many years, Yanyun has remained a deep wound in the hearts of the Song people!

That old bastard Tong Guan, he's really lucky this time!

"Hurry! Order the entire army to speed up! Quickly rendezvous with the vanguard!"

Emperor Huizong of Song could no longer sit still; he prepared to speed up and head to the front!

He had to personally lead the attack on Yan Yun City!

"Your Majesty, regarding this siege, your health is of utmost importance. This old servant thinks it might be better to let Privy Councilor Tong handle it..."

Yang Jian felt that Zhao Ji's current thoughts were somewhat dangerous.

"Otomo, I am very strong now!"

Zhao Ji smiled and said to Yang Jian.

"Has Your Majesty forgotten that I also trained with the Imperial Guards before setting out on the campaign? Whether it's swordsmanship or wrestling, I'm quite good at it. With so many loyal soldiers protecting me, I will be fine!"

As Zhao Ji spoke, he clenched his fist towards the sky!

"Therefore, I will personally lead the attack on the city! I will personally reclaim Yanyun!"

Yang Jian looked at Zhao Ji and remained silent.

He knew that in his current state, no one could persuade Zhao Ji, so it was better not to try.

"My lord, how about you come with me?"

"This old servant is willing to stand with His Majesty through thick and thin, even with this crippled body!"

"Good! Immediately send an order to Tong Qing, instructing him to wait for my arrival before setting off!"

Zhao Ji immediately signaled to the messenger to quickly send a message to Tong Guan!

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"What did you say?"

In the vanguard camp of the outpost, Tong Guan looked at the messenger in front of him with a bewildered expression.

"His Majesty intends to personally attack the city? Why won't you let me set off first?"

"Privy Councilor Tong, that's what His Majesty said."

The messenger dared not conceal the truth.

"Nonsense!"

Tong Guan looked puzzled. "No, what's wrong with His Majesty?"

How can the emperor personally be allowed to attack a city?

"Privy Councilor, what should we do? Should we wait for the Emperor?"

Tong Guan paced back and forth in the military tent, and after a few moments, he made a difficult decision.

"A general is not bound by his sovereign's orders when he is away from home!"

"We won't wait for the Emperor! Let's set off immediately! March on Nanjing!"

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