Reborn in Liangshan: I built the strongest lineup

After Liangshan captured Xixi Village, the name of "acting on behalf of Heaven" began to spread.

This will be very beneficial to the future development of Liangshan.

However, the leaders of Liangshan were under considerable pressure during this period.

The main reason is that there is currently no proper civil official leader on Liangshan Mountain.

Yuan Lang had some schooling, and Du Qian and the others could do accounting, but that was about it.

We can't expect Ren Yuan to do everything himself.

Moreover, the fighting strength of the bandit group is severely lacking. Although there are two great masters, Ren Yuan and Yuan Lang, there is really no one else worth watching.

Therefore, as Liangshan continues to grow stronger, they now need more capable leaders!

The arrival of the three Ruan brothers only solved the problem of the navy, but Liangshan still desperately needed other talents.

"Yuan Lang, during this period, you will be in charge of Liangshan and responsible for the safety of the entire stronghold. The rules of the stronghold that have been set must be strictly followed. As for any additions, you can discuss them with the others first, and we will discuss them again when I return."

"Brother, don't worry. As long as I, Yuan Lang, am here, nothing will happen to Liangshan."

Yuan Lang patted his chest.

"But brother, are you really sure you can manage going to Shaohua Mountain alone this time?"

"Don't worry, Liangshan needs stability right now. We can't have too many people leave with me. Besides, look at you guys, everyone has their own position. The Ruan brothers' water stronghold has just been established and they have a lot of things to do. Zhu Gui and Zhu Fu's inn has just opened, and they can't leave either. So the main stronghold of Liangshan can only rely on you, Song Wan, and Du Qian."

“But my brother is now the leader of Liangshan. If something happens to him, Liangshan will be in chaos.”

Yuan Lang was still somewhat worried.

"Don't worry, when I was learning martial arts from my master, I also roamed the world on my own. Besides, with my skills, who am I afraid of?"

Ren Yuan patted Yuan Lang on the shoulder to reassure him, after all, in the entire Song Dynasty, there were probably very few people who could match his foot combat skills.

"Then brother, go and come back quickly. Liangshan can do without anyone else, but it can't do without you, brother."

"Don't worry, I'll be back in a month at the earliest, or two or three months at the latest."

"Don't worry, brother. When you return, I will definitely show you an even better Liangshan!"

After bidding farewell to Yuan Lang, Ren Yuan put on a Fanyang bamboo hat, carried a waist knife, a bundle on his back, and a whistle stick. He went to Jinshatan alone and set off in a small boat.

His goal this time was very clear: the three heroes on Shaohua Mountain in Huayin County.

Judging by the timing, Shi Jin should be learning martial arts from Wang Jin at this time, and Zhu Wu and others on Shaohua Mountain should be just preparing to establish their stronghold. It would be more convenient to go and persuade them at this time.

Moreover, if it's on the way, you can also visit Shi Jin and his apprentice.

After all, if we're talking about seniority, Wang Jin's father and his master Zhou Tong were of the same generation. Both of them were members of the Imperial Guard back then; one was the chief of the spear and staff unit, and the other was a top-ranking boxing master at the Imperial Boxing Academy.

Moreover, it is said that the two had a close relationship back then. If that's the case, then as Zhou Tong's apprentice, I should call Wang Jin my senior brother.

Then Shi Jin would naturally be his junior apprentice.

That's good too. You said we're all related by marriage, so it'll be easier to communicate in the future.

However, since Shi Jin's apprenticeship was not yet over, Ren Yuan decided not to disturb them this time and to take the people from Shaohua Mountain back first.

At least now, the mountain stronghold has a proper strategist!

Traveling was not a difficult task for Ren Yuan. After all, he had no legal troubles and no tattoos on his face. As long as he didn't go around saying that he was the leader of Liangshan, no one cared about him.

After disembarking, he hired a horse-drawn carriage and headed towards Shaohua Mountain.

Along the way, they inevitably had to endure wind and rain, and there were a few blind bandits, but they couldn't last more than three rounds against Ren Yuan.

After traveling for more than half a month, Ren Yuan found a rural inn and prepared to stay there.

Just as he was about to enter the inn, he saw a man walking out at the door.

This man was seven feet tall, with thick eyebrows and bright eyes, and was very lean.

As the man and Ren Yuan passed each other, Ren Yuan raised an eyebrow, then reached out and grabbed the man's shoulder!

This man was no pushover either. The moment he was grabbed, he turned and pulled back with one arm, spun around on the ground, and sprang up with both legs, leaping into the air in an attempt to kick Ren Yuan away.

Ren Yuan was somewhat surprised to see the man's actions, but he reacted even faster, raising his knee to intercept the kicking leg in mid-air, and then performing an over-the-shoulder throw, slamming the man heavily to the ground.

"Shi Qian! Stop it!"

"what?"

The man was stunned. His name had actually been called out.

His momentary lapse in judgment confirmed that Ren Yuan had not contacted the wrong person.

"Her bones are soft yet her body strong, her eyebrows thick and her eyes bright. Her appearance is strange and erratic, her movements like those of a flying immortal. In the still of the night, she passes through walls and hangs around houses in the deep of night. A master of stealth, like Shi Qian, the flea on the drum. Tell me, is that you!"

Ren Yuan held Shi Qian down, patted him on the back, and said with a smile.

"Brother, I was blind to your greatness and have offended you greatly. I hope you will forgive me."

Shi Qian struggled but couldn't break free, so he could only beg for mercy.

"You little rascal, you've definitely done your fair share of petty theft. Get up, and remember, don't run away."

Ren Yuan took back his money bag, patted Shi Qian on the back, and gestured for him to get up.

"Have you asked my brother's name yet?"

Shi Qian rubbed his hands. In that brief moment, he knew that he couldn't escape the clutches of this hero.

Of course, if you don't get caught, you'll most likely be able to escape.

After all, Shi Qian was quite confident in his lightness skill.

"My name is Ren Yuan."

Ren Yuan hugged his name with a smile.

"Ah! It's you, brother! Shi Qian deserves to die! He actually stole from you, brother! Please forgive me, brother!"

Upon hearing Ren Yuan's name, Shi Qian immediately bowed down.

"Have you heard of me?"

Ren Yuan helped him up.

"You've heard of my name, yet you still dare to lay a hand on me? You're really something."

"Brother, please forgive me. No wonder I couldn't break free. Your boxing skills are renowned throughout the world. Today, I have truly witnessed your skill."

"Your lightness skill is unparalleled, but why do you always do such petty theft?"

Ren Yuan asked Shi Qian.

Shi Qian looked ashamed. "Brother, please forgive me. I just had an urge to steal. I usually only steal from wealthy merchants. Although I don't have the same reputation as you, brother, who is known for his righteous deeds on behalf of Heaven, I consider myself to be robbing the rich to help the poor."

"Are you interested in coming to my Liangshan?"

Ren Yuan looked at Shi Qian and thought about his fate in the original story. He felt a little sorry for him. In his opinion, Shi Qian's lightness skill made him the perfect candidate for scout.

"Brother is willing to take me to Liangshan?!"

Shi Qian's pupils dilated. He had originally intended to do so, but he always felt that the Liangshan people would see through his identity as a thief, so he never dared to.

Unexpectedly, this time, he was directly invited by the chief of Liangshan!

"I'm willing! I'm ready to serve you faithfully, brother!"

Shi Qian quickly pledged his loyalty.

"Haha, good! According to the rules of Liangshan, each leader who comes up the mountain receives 500 taels of silver as a settlement allowance. But I don't have that much on me. You can come with me for now, and I'll make it up to you when we return to the mountain, okay?"

Ren Yuan helped him up, feeling very happy.

If used properly, Shi Qian can definitely play a significant role!

"I will obey your orders, brother!"