Reborn in Liangshan: I built the strongest lineup

"Nephew, I have a question."

After Shi Jin's personal issues were resolved, Ren Yuan suddenly thought of a big problem.

"Why did you bring people to Liangshan to rescue your master? Who told you that your master had been captured by Liangshan?"

This is something Ren Yuan can't understand.

"Yes, my disciple, what exactly is going on?"

"Master, Uncle-Master, this is what happened..."

Shi Jin also realized that this was a serious matter, so he let go of Pang Qiuxia's hand and tried to recall the situation carefully.

“I was in Siming Mountain at the time, training with Wan Chun and others, when suddenly Lei Jiong came over and said that someone had come down the mountain with news of you, Master. Lei Jiong, come here.”

Shi Jin waved to the soldiers of Siming Mountain, and then a big man walked out.

Lei Jiong, that was originally Pang Wanchun's deputy general.

Ren Yuan looked at the burly man and thought, "Hmm... he's indeed a good candidate for deputy general."

"Lei Jiong, tell me what's going on."

"Yes, leader."

Lei Jiong first bowed to Shi, then said to Ren Yuan:

“Chief Ren, back then, people from Fang La’s Jiangnan region came to Siming Mountain many times, trying to recruit us into their ranks, but we refused.”

"As a result, that time, somehow, Fang La found out that Chief Shi was on Siming Mountain, and sent someone over to say with certainty that there was news of Instructor Wang."

"At the time, I didn't believe it either, but that person said that if I didn't report it, I would be delaying Chief Shi's important business and would be a sinner. So, I had no choice but to take that person up the mountain."

"The conflict between Siming Mountain and Liangshan today is ultimately due to my improper actions at the time. So, Chief Ren, if you want to punish someone, punish me instead."

Lei Jiong knelt down as he spoke.

"Get up, that's not true. My nephew has returned to the sect. You are not only innocent, but you have also made a contribution."

Ren Yuan didn't blame Lei Jiong; judging from his words, this matter was still related to Fang La.

"What did Fang La tell you?"

"They said that Liangshan had kidnapped Instructor Wang and wanted to force him to join their ranks. When Instructor Wang refused, he was tortured. So when Chief Shi heard this, he immediately became anxious and led his men to Liangshan to rescue him."

"Senior brother, I used torture on you."

Ren Yuan turned his head and looked at Wang Jin with a playful expression.

"I don't remember. Why don't we go back to the mountain and see if there are any places in Liangshan where torture is carried out?"

"Ha ha ha ha."

The Liangshan leaders all burst into laughter. Fang La, that fellow, couldn't even come up with a more palatable lie. This is no Liangshan at all.

“Junior brother, I can vouch for you. Fang La ruined your reputation in Jiangnan; his intentions are despicable.”

After Wang Jin smiled, his tone suddenly became serious.

"Fang La is just a charlatan. It's one thing if he doesn't cause trouble, but now he actually wants to. I think he's asking for trouble!"

Ren Yuan curled his lip, not expecting that Fang La would be the one to start trouble with him first.

I poached so many of Tian Hu and Wang Qing's original subordinates, and they didn't say anything. How dare you, Fang La, a mere shaman, spread rumors about me?

So what you're doing is forcing me to go to Jiangnan!

Ren Yuan decided that he would go to Jiangnan. It was only 1112 at this time. Many of the heroes of Fang La's forces should still be in a state of dissent. Fang La, you ruin my reputation, I will poach your men. Let's not talk about each other!

"Senior brother, Grandfather, let's go back to the mountain first. When we get back, let the strategist pick an auspicious day and then arrange the wedding for my nephew."

Ren Yuan spoke to Wang Jin and Shi Taigong.

"After I finish this business, I'll personally go to Jiangnan and deal with Fang La!"

"Uncle-Master, when you go to Jiangnan, will you take me with you?"

Since Shi Jin had decided to follow his master up the mountain, he naturally wanted to make a name for himself.

"No, you should just be a good groom. How can you expect a groom to go and do chores?"

Ren Yuan refused Shi Jin's request. This time, when he went to Jiangnan, he was going to find more people than just those from Fang La's side.

"Yes, Dalang, you come back to the mountain first. After we get back, your master will teach you properly."

Wang Jin also felt that his apprentice needed to be retrained, otherwise he might die on the battlefield in the future.

……

Later that day, at the Liangshan Gathering Hall.

Shi Jin, Pang Wanchun, Pang Qiuxia, Lei Jiong, and Ji Ji, the five leaders from Siming Mountain, received a warm welcome from everyone.

Shi Jin goes without saying; he was young, skilled in martial arts, and good-looking. He perfectly fits the later standard of being both handsome and capable in combat.

Moreover, Shi Jin had a truly powerful backer in Liangshan. He was the chief's nephew, and his master, Wang Jin, was a leading figure in Liangshan's spear and staff fighting community. These two powerful backers made him instantly popular among the people of Liangshan.

As for Pang Wanchun, although he did show off his archery skills and lived up to the title of "Little Yang Youji".

Having already witnessed the archery skills of Hua Rong and Ren Yuan, the Liangshan leaders had become quite discerning and were somewhat immune to Pang Wanchun's archery prowess.

That's it?

It doesn't seem...it's not that shocking after all!

Both the chieftain and the flower-wielding chieftain are acceptable, aren't they?

However, Pang Wanchun was Shi Jin's brother-in-law, and because of this relationship, he benefited from Shi Jin's influence, so everyone was very enthusiastic towards him.

Anyway, archery is something that's really hard to understand.

Moreover, Shi Jin's wedding was the first wedding of a leader in the mountain stronghold, so it was bound to be a very lively affair!

As the woman's only relative, Pang Wanchun also deserves to be welcomed.

Well, poor Pang Wanchun, he either benefits from his sister's fame or his brother-in-law's fame, and he himself has no presence at all.

"Everyone is here. After discussing with the strategists, we've decided to make a small adjustment to the positions of a few brothers. Let's announce it now."

“Mi Sheng, you will take the Third Infantry Battalion and transfer it to my Imperial Guard, leaving the Third Infantry Battalion's position vacant.”

First, transfer the battalion that was in charge of the siege from the infantry.

"Huh? Brother, why? You don't want me anymore? Then I won't be an infantryman anymore?"

Mi Sheng was a little confused; her mind hadn't quite caught up yet.

"Fool! Your brother has sent your battalion to be guards, just like Instructor Lin!"

Yuan Lang quickly explained to Mi Sheng, "This is such a good opportunity, don't make a fool of yourself."

"Oh! Oh! Is that so? No problem! Brother, I'll adjust it, I'll adjust it!"

Oh, so you're here to be my brother's bodyguard. That's alright then.

Ren Yuan shook his head helplessly. He originally wanted to transfer Bian Xiang over, but then he thought that compared to Mi Sheng, Bian Xiang had the ability to command troops and was skilled in both literature and martial arts. He was the material for a great general, and it would be a pity to transfer him over to be a fierce guard.

But Mi Sheng, this martial arts fanatic, only knows how to follow me around and fight all day long. The Third Battalion is basically under Yuan Lang's control. He was transferred here to be used as a bodyguard infantryman. Anyway, since Lin Chong is in charge of the bodyguard, Mi Sheng can just continue to be reckless.

"Alright, then your entire battalion will be transferred to the Imperial Guard as the Imperial Guard Infantry Battalion. As for the vacant position of the Third Infantry Battalion after you leave..."

Ren Yuan hesitated for a moment, then continued:

"Based on the brothers of Siming Mountain, we will reorganize the Third Infantry Battalion, with Shi Jin as the new commander of the Third Battalion."

"Great! Promotion and marriage, Brother Shi Jin, double happiness!"

Everyone applauded, and no one felt there was anything wrong with it.

After all, Shi Jin led several hundred men up the mountain, and his abilities were undeniable. Shi Taigong was also a highly respected figure among the people under Liangshan's rule, and he had close ties with the chieftain and others. It was quite normal for Shi Jin to be the commander of a battalion.

"Uncle-Master, I... I'll be the commander?"

On the contrary, Shi Jin himself was a bit confused. He had not made any contributions and had just joined Liangshan. He was getting married and promoted.

This, this isn't good.

"That's right, don't you have confidence in yourself? Your master has high hopes for you. Don't embarrass your master."

Another reason is that, due to his injuries and his personality, Wang Jin is currently only in charge of martial arts instruction for the reserve army camp on the mountain and is not leading troops. Shi Jin's battalion is also a way to compensate Wang Jin.

"Since the Third Battalion has just been reorganized, everything may be unfamiliar, so we need some experienced people to guide it. Chen Da and Yang Chun, you two will be transferred to the Third Battalion as deputy commanders to assist Shi Jin in restoring the Third Infantry Battalion to its combat effectiveness as soon as possible."

"As you command, brother!"

Chen Da and Yang Chun didn't say anything. Anyway, their positions wouldn't change, and Shi Jin had such strong connections, so it was good for them to follow him.

Moreover, in the original work, they were always Shi Jin's deputy generals, so Ren Yuan was respecting the original work.

Of course, Bian Xiang is also a very good leader. At least during this period of cooperation, everyone was very happy.

“Brother, you’ve given all my deputy generals to Brother Shi Jin. What am I supposed to do? You can’t be so biased.”

Bian Xiang shrugged at Ren Yuan and said jokingly.

"Haha, I can't forget you."

Ren Yuan smiled and continued to announce.

"Lei Jiong and Ji Ji, you two are being transferred to the Fourth Infantry Battalion as deputy commanders, serving as Bian Xiang's deputies."

"So, Bian Xiang, how about it? I transferred two people to your unit and gave you two more as a bonus. Isn't that a good deal?"

"No loss, no loss."

Bian Xiang was delighted. "Two people leave and two come back, so it's like there's no loss at all, hahaha."

"Chief? What about me?"

Pang Wanchun looked around and thought, "Huh? Why isn't he here yet? Has Ren Yuan forgotten about me?"

"I will never forget you. From this day forward, Pang Wanchun may select those you deem talented from among the Liangshan reserve army and the families of the common people, and then form the Sixth Battalion of the Liangshan Infantry. The Sixth Battalion will only do one thing: train archers! Pang Wanchun will serve as the commander of the Sixth Battalion, and Pang Qiuxia as the deputy commander."

Professionals should do professional things.

Since Pang Wanchun is such a skilled archer, we'll leave everything else aside. From now on, your Sixth Battalion will be solely responsible for archery!

After all the arrangements were made, everyone started the banquet in a lively atmosphere, during which there was a constant exchange of toasts and drinks.

Ren Yuan didn't stay in the hall, but went to the terrace outside, poked his head out, and while eating roast chicken, looked south.

Fang La, oh Fang La, I didn't provoke you, yet you delivered yourself right to my doorstep!

Very well, you'll have your fill of tears this time you go down to the south of the Yangtze River!