Reborn in Liangshan: I built the strongest lineup

Lingzhou.

Guan Sheng and his group have arrived and set up camp.

"Your Excellency, I, Guan Sheng, have been ordered by the Grand Commandant to summon Generals Shan Tinggui and Wei Dingguo, along with 5000 men, to join me in the campaign against Liangshan."

Guan Sheng said to the governor of Lingzhou who came to greet him.

"I know, it's the Grand Commandant's order, right, General Guan? I have a question: who is responsible for the results of this campaign?"

The prefect of Lingzhou looked at Guan Sheng and said very seriously.

"Naturally, it's Guan, and also the Grand Commandant."

"Grand Commandant? Gao Qiu?"

The prefect of Lingzhou laughed dismissively.

“It’s not that I look down on him, but he’s good at deceiving and scheming against others, and now he’s trying to take advantage of me? My family isn’t some destitute bunch.”

"Let me make this clear first: the two militia leaders and 5000 soldiers from Lingzhou are supporting you out of a sense of righteousness. You did not follow the imperial court's procedures this time, so you will bear all the consequences yourself."

"You, Guan Sheng, claim to be a descendant of Lord Guan, right? I don't know if it's true or not, but I hope you can have the same sense of responsibility as Lord Guan. If this expedition fails, don't blame the Lingzhou troops for the defeat. Do you understand? If we succeed, not a single bit of the credit will be taken from Lingzhou!"

The governor of Lingzhou was quite protective of his subordinates.

"Rest assured, Prefect, the Liangshan bandits are nothing more than a target for sale!"

Provoked by the words of the Lingzhou prefect, Guan Sheng could no longer suppress his pride and uttered the words his ancestors loved to say.

"Alright, then I wish General Guan a great victory, and may my son from Lingzhou also benefit from it."

The prefect of Lingzhou didn't say anything more. After a brief handover, he returned to the city.

However, Shan Tinggui and Wei Dingguo seemed a little embarrassed and stepped in to smooth things over.

"Regarding the patrol inspector, the prefect didn't mean anything by it, it's just that this procedure is indeed somewhat irregular, and the prefect feels..."

"I understand. Commander Shan and Commander Wei, thank you both for being willing to bring men to support me. I assure you, this time, the credit is yours, and you will receive it all! If we are defeated, I will bear all the consequences and will not implicate you two."

Guan Sheng made everything clear from the start.

"Inspector Guan, we two are not afraid of death. As long as the Grand Commandant is willing to acknowledge the merits of us Lingzhou men and can provide sufficient food and supplies, we Lingzhou men will only fight bravely against the enemy!"

Shan Tinggui and Wei Dingguo were both fierce generals who would never back down in the face of battle!

"Alright, let's take a quick rest and then march on Liangshan! The Grand Commandant's confidants will lead four thousand men to escort the supplies and provisions."

Everyone agreed, then they organized the group and set off for Liangshan.

Not long after, the army was about to arrive at the foot of Liangshan. Xuan Zan and Guan Sheng said:

"Old Guan, you guys set up camp here for now. I need to go to Liangshan."

"General Xuan, what are you going to Liangshan for? Do you have something to do with them?"

Shan Tinggui and Wei Dingguo were confused and thought that Xuan Zan and Liangshan had an unclear relationship.

"The Grand Commandant's younger brother, Lord Gao Lian, the Prefect of Gaotang Prefecture, is missing. He is very likely in Liangshan. I need to go as an envoy to inquire about the situation. Moreover, the Grand Commandant also said that it would be even better if Liangshan were willing to surrender."

Xuan Zan produced Gao Qiu's letter, indicating that he was merely a messenger.

"Liangshan surrendering? Dream on!"

Shan Tinggui and Wei Dingguo suddenly realized that Gao Qiu was really a person with no ability. In recent years, Liangshan has become more and more popular and powerful. Among the four strongest outlaws in the Song Dynasty, Liangshan has become the leader!

It's just that Liangshan didn't attack many prefectures and counties, so it seemed quieter than the other three. Did they really think that such a powerful force could surrender so easily?

Innocent!

Do you need someone to go with you?

Guan Sheng was somewhat uneasy.

"No need, I can go alone. Putting aside the fact that when two countries are at war, one should not kill the envoy, Liangshan prides itself on being heroes, I don't believe they would just kill me directly. You guys set up camp first, I'll go and see the situation first."

After hearing this, everyone nodded. Xuan Zan, alone with a horse, a bow on his back, and a large sword in his hand, headed towards Liangshan.

Just as they reached the foot of Liangshan Mountain, they suddenly heard the sound of clappers coming from both sides of the mountain road. A group of people emerged from the forest, their banners bearing the character "Pang" fluttering in the wind! The group of over a hundred men were fully armed, with bows drawn and arrows nocked!

"Hey you, who are you? What brings you to Liangshan alone on horseback?"

Pang Wanchun rode out and saw Xuan Zan coming alone.

"I am Bao Yi Xuan Zan of the Tokyo Infantry Division. I have come here with a letter from the Grand Commandant to pay my respects to the Lord of Liangshan!"

Xuanzan stopped his horse, raised the letter in his hand, and, alone on horseback, spoke loudly without changing his expression.

"What a fine man! It's just a pity he's a bit ugly. Otherwise, the Song Dynasty would probably have had a wonderful story of a prince consort."

Pang Wanchun admired Xuan Zan. The fact that he dared to come alone showed that he was very confident in himself. Moreover, he showed no fear in the face of being surrounded. Such boldness was rare!

"So you're the Prince Consort of Tokyo. Prince Consort, why aren't you staying in Tokyo? Why are you running errands for that scoundrel Gao Qiu?"

Pang Wanchun gestured for his men to put away their bows and arrows, and he also rode out on horseback, speaking to Xuan Zan.

"As a soldier, I must obey orders. Grand Commandant Gao is my superior. He sent me to visit the leader of Liangshan, so I have to come."

Xuan Zan answered expressionlessly, but inwardly he was also surprised by Pang Wanchun's team.

He had never seen such a well-organized and synchronized archer squad before. How did they train like this?

“My elder brother often says, ‘We welcome friends with good wine, but we meet wolves with swords and spears.’ My lord, you’ve come alone this time. Are you friend or foe?”

Pang Wanchun had no idea what Xuan Zan was thinking at that moment. If he did, he would definitely tell him with a smile.

How do you train to be so neat and uniform? Follow your brother's method, stand at attention, march in formation, and practice drills continuously for six months, and you'll naturally develop it!

"I'm just here to deliver a message! As the saying goes, in times of war, envoys are not to be killed! You Liangshan call yourselves heroes, you know this rule, right?"

Xuan Zan answered Pang Wanchun's question loudly, showing no sign of losing in terms of momentum.

"Hahaha, very good! Your Highness, please come up the mountain!"

Pang Wanchun laughed loudly, "Not bad, this Xuanzan isn't stupid!"

Since that's the case, let him go up the mountain!

Let him see for himself where the difference lies!

Pang Wanchun gestured for his men to make way, then made a gesture of invitation, indicating that Xuan Zan should follow him!

Xuan Zan didn't stand on ceremony. He squeezed the horse's belly with his legs, controlled the warhorse under his control, and approached Pang Wanchun in an orderly manner. Then he followed behind him, preparing to go up the mountain!

He really wanted to see what was different about this Liangshan.

"Your Highness, what did you just say? Could you repeat it?"

Pang Wanchun led the way while speaking to Xuanzan.

"You Liangshan people call yourselves heroes?"

"last sentence."

"When two countries are at war, should the envoy not be killed?"

"Yes, but my lord, when did Liangshan and the Song Dynasty become two separate countries?"