Reborn in Liangshan: I built the strongest lineup

Tokyo Infantry Division.

Xuan Zan, as the yamen defense commissioner Bao Yilang, had to go on duty every day.

In fact, as a prince consort, he shouldn't have been just a minor official.

However, because he was too ugly, the princess never shared a room with him. In addition, the prince was concerned about his reputation, and the two of them could not get a divorce. In the end, the princess could not swallow her anger and died with resentment.

This incident became one of the biggest jokes in Tokyo.

The princess died, and the prince's feelings were naturally complicated. He liked Xuanzan, but she was his daughter after all, and he was very saddened by her death.

Therefore, Xuanzan became someone the prince both loved and hated!

In that case, Xuan Zan's official position would naturally not be able to be promoted, so a person with high martial arts skills and proficiency in archery and horsemanship can only be a minor Bao Yi Lang now.

Xuan Zan himself felt helpless about this situation.

He had no romantic feelings for the princess; he was simply grateful for the prince's recognition and favor.

In addition, since both his parents had passed away, when the prince ordered him to marry the princess, he didn't think much of it and just considered it as carrying out the prince's order.

Who would have thought that because of his appearance, a good thing would turn into a tragedy?

Before the princess died, he was unable to see her directly, nor could he hear her behind the gauze curtain, expressing her hatred with the most unwilling words.

"Xuan Zan, why are you so ugly!"

Why did you agree to my father's request?!

"Xuan Zan! I hate you! I hate you!"

Which young girl doesn't dream of love? Especially a princess of noble birth, she probably hoped from a young age that her future husband would be a handsome man who was both scholarly and martial, but Xuanzan's appearance cruelly shattered her fantasy.

"Praise! Praise! Praise!"

"what?"

Xuan Zan snapped out of his daze and looked at his colleague.

"What are you daydreaming about while you're on duty? I've called you so many times, and you haven't responded at all."

"Sorry, I was distracted just now."

Xuanzan apologized to his colleagues, saying that he had just thought of the princess again.

"Xuan Zan, Grand Commandant Gao has ordered you to go to the Grand Commandant's residence."

"My colleagues in the Infantry Command said to Xuan Zan."

"Grand Commandant Gao?"

Xuan Zan frowned. "I don't know him."

"Sigh, you really are something. If Grand Commandant Gao calls you, you go, regardless of whether you know him or not."

"Do you really think you're still the Prince Consort? You're just a lowly Protector of Righteousness now. Hurry up and go, or you'll offend Grand Commandant Gao, and even your Prince Consort Taishan won't be able to protect you."

Xuanzan wanted to say something, but when he heard his colleague mention his Prince Taishan, he fell silent.

"Alright, I'll go to Grand Commandant Gao's residence right away. Can you cover for me?"

Xuanzan hasn't finished his shift yet today; he's meticulous about his work.

"It doesn't matter. Only you take this job so seriously every day. Go on."

His colleague waved his hand, signaling him to leave quickly.

Xuan Zan nodded, handed over the duties, and left the Infantry Division, riding quickly straight to Grand Commandant Gao's residence.

"Hey ugly man, who are you? Do you even know where you are? How dare you ride your horse around here?"

As they approached Grand Commandant Gao's residence, Xuan Zan was stopped by someone.

"I am Bao Yilang Xuanzan, the Defense Commissioner of the Tokyo Infantry Division. I was invited by the Grand Commandant."

Xuan Zan was naturally in a bad mood after being stopped, but he still spoke politely.

"A mere Baoyi Lang dares to dream of seeing the Grand Commandant... Wait, who do you think you are?"

The guards at the Grand Commandant's mansion had originally intended to humiliate Xuan Zan a couple of times.

Do they really think just any Tom, Dick, or Harry can come to the Grand Commandant's mansion?

But when I heard the name later, I immediately realized what it meant.

"I am Xuanzan."

"You're that prince consort?"

After sizing up Xuanzan, the gatekeeper couldn't help but say:

"You really are... true to your name."

"Wait, I'll go report it."

Xuanzan really wanted to leave, but he knew he couldn't.

If they leave, they will bring unnecessary trouble to their Mount Tai.

The relationship between the two was already quite awkward.

So he just waited there.

After an incense stick had burned for a while, the gatekeeper returned.

"Let's go, the Grand Commandant wants to see you."

Xuan Zan followed the gatekeeper into the Grand Commandant's mansion, and Gao Qiu was also greatly surprised when he saw him.

Well, I've seen ugly things, but I've never seen anything this ugly.

No wonder she could infuriate the princess; she truly lives up to her reputation.

But it's alright, anyway, sending them to Liangshan this time won't be too bad.

"What are your orders, Grand Commandant?"

Xuan Zan asked in a humble yet assertive manner.

"As an envoy of the imperial court, go to Liangshan and ask them to release someone. If they refuse, then return and prepare to march on Liangshan."

Gao Qiu stated his demands simply and clearly.

"Liangshan? Grand Commandant, may I know who needs to be released?"

Xuan Zan frowned. He had heard of Liangshan's reputation many times over the years, but he never expected that Gao Qiu would actually send him there.

"Gao Lian, the prefect of Gaotang Prefecture, is my younger brother."

Gao Qiu looked at Xuan Zan and said, word by word:

"These Liangshan bandits gather in the mountains and forests, wreaking havoc in the region. Not long ago, they attacked Gaotang Prefecture, broke through the city walls, displaced the people of Gaotang Prefecture, and even captured the valiant prefect of Gaotang Prefecture who resisted!"

"But our court is benevolent, so before we go to war, we hope to send an envoy to see if we can make those bandits surrender without a fight."

"If you can't, you can just attack! If you can take down Liangshan, that will be a great achievement!"

"When the time comes, I, the Grand Commandant, will personally recommend you for credit! You'll be adorned in red ribbons and paraded through the streets on horseback! Let your Prince Taishan see your abilities! Let him gain some prestige!"

As Gao Qiu spoke, he handed Xuan Zan a letter.

"Is the Grand Commandant telling the truth?"

Xuan Zan was tempted.

The main point is that Gao Qiu's last sentence really struck a chord with him.

Do you think Xuanzan harbors any resentment towards the Prince?

There must be some, at least.

He sometimes even thinks about it.

If I hadn't stepped forward and challenged those archers to an archery duel, I wouldn't have been chosen by the Prince.

If he is not favored by the prince, he will not marry the princess.

If he didn't marry the princess, he wouldn't have the nickname "Ugly Prince Consort," the princess wouldn't have died, and he wouldn't have become a laughing stock.

I'd rather be an ordinary soldier, waiting to go to the battlefield and make a name for myself. Even if I'm a little ugly, it shouldn't be a problem, right?

If I can handle the Liangshan matter well this time, and Gao Qiu is willing to dress me in red and colorful robes and parade me through the streets on horseback, then I will have finally gotten my revenge and made the Prince Taishan look good.

"Grand Commandant, I wonder if I can lead the troops directly this time, or should I send a message first before leading the troops?"

"Just lead the troops directly! It'll save you from running back and forth. Here's what we'll do: I'll personally take you to the Infantry Commandery in a bit and give you three thousand men! You can lead them to Liangshan yourself!"

"If we can talk, we'll talk; if we can't, we'll fight! But remember this: if we fight, you can only win, you can't lose. If you lose, don't come back, understand?"

"Xuanzan, remember this: this time, I'm giving you a chance! Whether you can seize it or not is up to you."

"Whether you continue to be a laughing stock or become a legend depends entirely on your abilities!"

This time, Gao Qiu used his power to send troops to Xuanzan, which is against the rules and can even be called treason.

But if this ugly prince consort succeeds, then I will have made a contribution, and then in front of the emperor, I will not be inferior to that old Cai.

Moreover, as the Grand Commandant, it's understandable that he acted swiftly and decisively, sending troops ahead of time without reporting to the court in a timely manner.

"Grand Commandant, to be honest, there is no problem with attacking Liangshan, but if I go alone, I will be outnumbered and outmatched. I would like to recommend someone to go with me, and I hope the Grand Commandant will grant my request!"

Xuan Zan clasped his hands in a fist salute to Gao Qiu and said.

"Oh? You have someone else you want to recommend? Who is it?"

"This man is none other than Guan Sheng, a descendant of Guan Yu and the current patrol inspector of Pudong!"