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Li Yuanqing couldn't help laughing: "Brother Gui, I, Li Yuanqing, am loyal to the emperor, the court, and the Ming Dynasty, not his Lord Yuan. It's just a trivial matter, so why should I be so angry?"

"Well?"

Man Gui was stunned for a moment, then he came to his senses and couldn't help but smile: "Yuan Qing, this is also true. However, this bastard Yuan Manzi really goes too far! Yuan Qing, if we swallow this He doesn't know what else is waiting for us later!"

Li Yuanqing smiled and said, "Brother Gui, when the soldiers come, they will be blocked, and when the water comes, the soil will cover them up. Master Yuan must have Master Yuan's thoughts. As subordinates, it's better not to make assumptions. I asked them to bring the banquet, and we will eat and drink first. Wait, why do you care about this?"

Even though Mangui was unhappy, Li Yuanqing suppressed his anger, so he had no choice but to give up and start drinking with Li Yuanqing.

The two of them drank until it was almost evening. At this time, news finally came from Ningyuan City, asking Li Yuanqing to come to the city for an audience, but they did not mention any intention of letting Li Yuanqing's men enter the city.

Mangui couldn't bear it anymore: "Yuan Qing, I'll go with you. Damn it, I want to see if this Yuan Manzi is really going to be lawless?"

At this time, Li Yuanqing was already very angry in his heart, but on his face, he still managed to maintain a faint smile, "Brother Gui, Mr. Yuan must have Mr. Yuan's thoughts. A strong dragon cannot overwhelm a local snake. It's not a big deal, we There is no need, it would be too unpleasant to make trouble with him!"

Man Gui said unhappily: "Yuan Qing, I can't swallow this breath for you! Damn it, you're not his subordinate, why are you like this?"

Li Yuanqing smiled faintly, but said in his heart: "If it weren't for Juehua Island, if it wasn't for the overall situation of the Ming Dynasty, how could I come to serve this bitch!"

"Brother Gui, why are you so angry? Do you think that your brother and I will still care about this achievement now? Whatever Mr. Yuan wants, that will be so!"

"Well?"

Man Gui also reacted.

That’s right!

At Li Yuanqing's current position, apart from killing the old slave, what else is worth fighting for?

After serving under Governor Yuan for so long, Man Gui had actually already deeply understood the temperament of this little man from Dongguan, and hurriedly told Li Yuanqing: "Yuanqing, since you have thought about it, I can rest assured, brother. Since this bitch wants face, then~~, let’s give him face!”

Li Yuanqing smiled slightly: "Brother Gui, this is exactly the reason."

…………

After a brief tidying up, Li Yuanqing took only 200 soldiers and rushed to Ningyuan City to meet the summons of Governor Yuan.

At this time, Governor Yuan had been promoted from the original military preparation officer to the inspector of Liaodong.

Previously, when they were arguing with Gao Di about whether to stick to Ningyuan, a fierce conflict broke out between Governor Yuan and Gao Di.

However, both of them were civil servants, and Inspector Yuan personally supervised the construction of Ningyuan City. Inspector Yuan refused to leave and gave up Ningyuan, so Gao Di had not many options.

He had no choice but to drag his confidant general Yang Lin and flee to Shanhaiguan.

While escaping from Jinzhou to Shanhaiguan, the Ming army not only left behind hundreds of thousands of corn, grain and grass, but also caused resentment among the people and made the people miserable.

Relatively speaking, Governor Yuan "sits firmly on Diaoyutai", and the situation in Ningyuan is better than in other places.

Of course, Li Yuanqing understood the core reason very well.

As the saying goes, "People compete for a breath, Buddha competes for a stick of incense!"

In the face of weak-minded people like Li Yuanqing, Governor Yuan had enough capital to shout and drink.

But ~~~, facing a big boss like Gao Di, especially Gao Di, who is the representative figure of the Eunuch Party in western Liaoning, his confidence may not be so sufficient.

Sticking to Ningyuan, on the one hand, he wanted to gain a reputation. On the other hand, he, Governor Yuan, wanted to use his own hands to supervise the construction of Ningyuan City, which cost millions of taels, as his springboard, "carp leaping over the dragon gate"

?

They were all men of letters. Compared with Gao Di, who could run faster than a rabbit, Governor Yuan at this time undoubtedly still had some integrity.

In this case, why not let Li Yuanqing give him three points?

When Li Yuanqing and his party arrived at Ningyuan City, it was already dark, and the defense at the top of the city was very solemn and orderly.

It can be seen that Governor Yuan did not dare to show any slightness towards Ningyuan City.

After more than half an hour of briefing and tangles, Li Yuanqing was allowed to enter the city, but he could only bring ten soldiers with him.

At this moment, Li Yuanqing had the urge to use foul language, but he had endured it for so long, so he was not in a hurry at this moment.

Faced with the harsh requirements of Governor Yuan, Li Yuanqing did not hesitate too much and decisively complied with Governor Yuan's requirements.

Soon, Li Yuanqing was led by Governor Yuan's personal guards and came to the familiar Ningyuan official hall again.

However, just as he entered the entrance of the official hall, Li Yuanqing was told by his servant that Governor Yuan was convening a meeting with the main generals of Ningyuan City, and there was no time to see him yet, Li Yuanqing.

Li Yuanqing was actually a little happy at this time.

At this time, the highest military rank in Ningyuan City was Ningyuan Deputy Commander Man Gui. But Man Gui had just accompanied him into the city and returned to his camp to rest. What kind of general and what kind of meeting was Governor Yuan having?

However, life is a drama.

Since someone likes acting so much, Li Yuanqing will naturally not slap the mask off someone's face without touching his own vital interests.

Finally, after waiting in the cold corridor until almost nine o'clock, the news finally came from inside, 'Your Majesty, please invite General Li to come in.'

Li Yuanqing slowly exhaled a breath of turbid air, and a playful smile appeared on his face.

But after a moment, Li Yuanqing gathered his thoughts and strode into the official hall.

At this time, Governor Yuan was holding an exquisite teacup, sitting on the throne in the middle, sipping tea lightly.

Even though he was extremely unhappy in his heart, Li Yuanqing would not show any slightness in terms of face. He knelt down on one knee and saluted respectfully, "Li Yuanqing, the humble commander-in-chief of Changsheng Island, has met Lord Yuan!"

Governor Yuan lightly wiped the matcha cup, with a smile on his dark face: "Li Junmen, you are here! Not bad. Get up?"

Li Yuanqing didn't say much, didn't look at him, and said respectfully: "Thank you, sir."

Then he stood up and stood aside.

According to Li Yuanqing's status at this time, even if it is Sun Chengzong? At least he must give Li Yuanqing a seat, not to mention that Li Yuanqing is leading a large army to support the war in western Liaoning.

But since Governor Yuan has no "awareness" in this regard, Li Yuanqing will not care too much about it.

All things are born, and they are in conflict with each other.

As the famous Hong Kong screenwriter famously said, "People, when they come out to mess around, they always have to pay back!"

After pondering for a long time, seeing that Li Yuanqing's attitude was quite orderly, Commander Yuan smiled lightly: "Li Junmen, how many soldiers did you bring with you on this trip?"

Li Yuanqing hurriedly said respectfully: "Back to your lord, I am humble enough to carry 5,000 combat troops and 2,500 auxiliary troops, all of whom are at your disposal."

"Oh? Not bad. Li Junmen, do you still have enough food and supplies? Do you need some deployment from the headquarters?"

"Back to you, sir! I have carried nearly two months of food and grass with me on this trip. I am completely self-sufficient and do not need support from the headquarters for the time being!"

"hehe."

Governor Yuan smiled faintly, then stood up, walked to Li Yuanqing, stood on tiptoe, and patted Li Yuanqing's shoulder hard.

Li Yuanqing hurriedly lowered his head respectfully, waiting for Governor Yuan's instruction.

"Li Junmen, I have heard that you are brave and loyal. Looking at it today, you are indeed worthy of your reputation! Li Junmen, don't blame me for being so harsh. You are also a leader of troops, so I guess you can do it too.

I understand my difficulties! At present, the power of establishing slaves is huge. If I were not so cautious, where would the more than 100,000 soldiers and civilians of Ningyuan City be left behind..."

Seeing that Li Yuanqing's "Self-Qianwu" posture was fully developed, Governor Yuan also showed his amiable side.

Li Yuanqing hurriedly said respectfully: "Master Yuan is shrewd and meticulous, and I admire him for his humble position. With Master Yuan here, I believe that Ningyuan City will be safe and worry-free."

"Hahaha……"

Governor Yuan couldn't help laughing.

Hearing the world-famous veteran Li Yuanqing say this, his mood couldn't help but brighten.

After a moment, he smiled lightly and said: "Li Junmen, in fact, you are also a veteran general of Liao. You are familiar with the customs of Liao. If you are interested, would you like to serve in western Liaoning? Not much else to say, I can protect your military equipment."

, food and grass are the best among all armies!"

"Ai?"

Li Yuanqing never expected that Governor Yuan would actually extend an olive branch to him at this time. This, this is really...

But after thinking about it carefully, Li Yuanqing understood instantly.

Changshengying is a world-famous elite and a master of hundreds of battles. Which civil servant would not want to recruit Li Yuanqing under his command?

What's more, the main force of the Later Jin Dynasty is about to attack the country with a large army, and it's time for Governor Yuan to hire people...

such a pity.

These are like two parallel lines that never intersect, and there is no possibility of tangle!

Li Yuanqing hurriedly said respectfully: "Your Majesty is so kind to me, I am really flattered by you. However, there are so many things going on in southern Liaoning, I really can't do my job! However, as long as you are called by me, I will never give up!"

"oh."

Governor Yuan nodded slowly.

Although he had known this result for a long time, when Li Yuanqing actually said it, he was still very unhappy in his heart.

However, Li Yuanqing's attitude was respectful enough. Today, he barely passed Li Yuanqing's 'assessment'.

After a moment, Commander Yuan smiled: "That's it. Tomorrow, you can enter the city. However, before that, Li Junmen, I want to emphasize the importance of discipline to you..."

…………

When we walked out of the official hall of Ningyuan City, it was already late at night, and the biting north wind was blowing by, as if it was going to tear the whole world apart.
To be continued...