Reborn in Liangshan: I built the strongest lineup

The Liangshan bandits had a real grasp on defeating these Japanese pirates.

Putting everything else aside, just look at their heights: the three leading generals, Ren Yuan, were nine feet tall; Mi Sheng was nine feet tall; and Lin Chong was eight feet four or five. None of their elite guards were shorter than seven feet tall.

On the other hand, the tallest Japanese pirates were only six feet tall, and the rest were all short.

Their arrogance stems solely from their unorthodox and ruthless methods, and the insidious nature of their Japanese sword techniques.

But when they encounter truly formidable generals, they fall short.

Ren Yuan wielded a Dragon-Slaying Mace, capable of striking anywhere with deadly force; a mere bump would injure, and a direct hit would be fatal.

Mi Sheng's short weapons were two short-handled double-edged axes, which were also drawn and crafted by Ren Yuan and Tang Long. He held these two axes and roared as he fought, which reminded Ren Yuan of the Beastmaster in Dota 2, a game he played in his previous life.

Lin Chong brandished the precious sword that had led him to the White Tiger Hall's calamity. This sword was incredibly sharp, cleaving several Japanese pirates' swords in two, and killing them was as easy as cutting melons and vegetables.

With these three fierce generals leading the way, the guards naturally fought very smoothly. Most of the time, all they had to do was finish off the enemies.

Even if they were entangled by the Japanese pirates, they wouldn't be afraid. Hua Rong, who was behind them, always had his bow drawn and arrow ready. If he saw any of his guards in danger, he would send an arrow to their aid.

In this way, the situation on the field was immediately reversed. The dozen or so Song soldiers immediately counterattacked, and soon the group of Japanese pirates was wiped out. Moreover, they all died tragically, leaving only the leader, the Frozen Eagle Princess, still barely clinging to life.

However, he was in very bad shape at the time. All four of his limbs were broken, and a Japanese sword was stuck in his groin. He could meet his little bitch Amaterasu at any moment.

"Where did you come from?"

Ren Yuan stepped on his face and rubbed it hard.

"Nine, Kyushu Island."

Dongshao now deeply regrets his decision to come to the Song Dynasty. Otherwise, he could still be a high-ranking warrior in his hometown.

"Heh, I haven't even come looking for you yet? And you've already come looking for us?"

Ren Yuan laughed upon hearing this; it was exactly what he had in mind.

"Kyushu Island is quite far from here, how did you get here?"

"I have a nautical chart in my arms, which shows several routes that lead here."

Dongshao was terrified by Ren Yuan and the others' appearance, and now she answered whatever they asked.

Ren Yuan reached into his pocket and found a nautical chart. He opened it and saw that it was quite detailed, showing not only the landing point in Dengzhou but also some places in the southern part of the Korean Peninsula. Jeju Island, which Ren Yuan wanted, was naturally also on it.

He accepted the nautical chart without hesitation.

"Chop off the heads of all these Japanese pirates. Later, find a high place, build a mound of heads with their heads, and put up a sign that says, 'Japanese pirates, stop here! Those who disobey will be killed without mercy.'"

"I'd like to see if any Japanese pirates dare to come next time."

"Yes."

The guards quickly got to work, and at that moment, the squad leaders of the soldiers also came over to greet Ren Yuan.

"Thank you all for your help. I am Ling Chao, the commander of the Pinghai Army. On behalf of the Pinghai soldiers who died in this battle, please accept my bow."

Ling Chao could tell that Ren Yuan and the others were not government soldiers, so they could only be outlaws.

Normally, the relationship between the Pinghai Army and the outlaws would certainly not be this good.

But just now, Ren Yuan and the others stepped in to protect the people and save them. They should repay this life-saving grace with the greatest gratitude possible. This is the military rule of the Pinghai Army.

“Hey, killing the Japanese pirates is our inescapable duty. We cannot accept Captain Ling’s bow.”

Ren Yuan supported Ling Chao with one hand, preventing him from bowing down.

"If everyone in the Song Dynasty's coastal defenses were like these righteous men, what would we have to fear from the Japanese pirates?"

Ling Chao felt particularly emotional. These Japanese pirates would harass them from time to time. When a formal battle broke out, the Pinghai Army was naturally not afraid of the Japanese pirates, but they couldn't withstand these little things always launching sneak attacks and running away after they finished fighting.

Moreover, due to pressure from the government, Pinghai Army cannot act rashly at present; otherwise, those treacherous officials would probably accuse Pinghai Army of treason.

Therefore, they have always been able to only passively defend.

"General, you just said that you are the Pinghai Army? The Pinghai Army of General Huyan?"

Zhu Wu asked.

"Indeed, all of you righteous men are our saviors. I hope you can come back with me. The old general will surely want to see you all."

Ling Chao took the initiative to invite him.

"Oh?"

Ren Yuan looked at Zhu Wu, and suddenly had an idea.

Zhu Wu, Zhu Wu, were you the one who arranged for that group of Japanese pirates just now?

Otherwise, how could it be such a coincidence? You just mentioned Ping Haijun, and we ran into Ping Haijun?

Zhu Wu understood the meaning behind his elder brother's look, and could only smile helplessly before giving Ren Yuan a look in return.

“Brother, it’s just a coincidence. If I really had that ability, you would be in the Tokyo Imperial Palace tomorrow.”

"How is the old general's health?"

Lin Chong asked.

He had met Huyan Bao once when he was still in the Imperial Guard, and Huyan Bao was truly the kind of person who was still vigorous despite his old age.

"It's been great all along. I can still eat a whole bucket of rice and ten pounds of meat in one sitting."

When Ling Chao spoke of the old general, his face was filled with admiration.

"I remember the old general had two grandsons, one was Huyan Qipeng and the other was Huyan Zhuo. The latter was the military commander of Runing, and the former was currently in charge of the Pinghai Army?"

Ren Yuan thought about it for a moment, not sure if it was right or wrong, but he decided to ask anyway.

"This righteous man seems to have a deep understanding of our Pinghai Army."

Ling Chao was deeply moved; in their Pinghai Army, the old general was like a god.

"Very well, we were just about to pay a visit to the old general. If Captain Ling doesn't mind, please lead the way."

"Alright, everyone, please wait a moment while I collect the bodies of our fallen comrades. I'll be right there."

Ling Chao was quite happy. He even thought that since these people were so skilled in martial arts, why not have the old general take them into the Pinghai Army?

“Brother, I suddenly feel that this Captain Ling might want General Huyan to recruit us.”

At this moment, Zhu Wu moved closer to Ren Yuan and whispered something.

"Then it depends on your abilities. Originally, we wanted to recruit the Pinghai Army, but now the situation may very well be reversed. My strategist, do you have any brilliant plans?"

Ren Yuan joked with Zhu Wu, and he also vaguely sensed that this Pinghai Army seemed to be different from other armies.

"After all, Prince Zhongxiao almost had his entire family wiped out back then. The current Pinghai Army is more like the private army of the Huyan family than the army of the Song Dynasty. In addition, Prince Zhongxiao was meritorious in supporting the emperor back then. On the surface, this army is the promise the emperor made to Prince Zhongxiao."

Zhu Wu continued his analysis:

"However, so many years have passed, and the Loyal and Filial King has also passed away. How much of the affection from back then remains? So if I'm not mistaken, the Pinghai Army is definitely not in a good situation now. The old general is keeping a low profile now, and I'm afraid he can only protect them for a while. Brother, this is a good opportunity for us!"

It must be said that Zhu Wu's analysis made a lot of sense, and Ren Yuan was also tempted.

If a peaceful naval alliance could be formed, even if it's just a simple agreement, it would be a great thing for Liangshan!

However, Ren Yuan did have a bargaining chip in mind that could persuade Hu Yanbao.

Those were Japanese pirates.

As long as Ping Haijun is willing to live a simple life, then we are all brothers!

Moreover, if they could go to sea to make a living and then establish themselves in their territory, no longer having to suffer the wrath of the Song Dynasty emperor, I doubt General Huyan would refuse...