The commander fleeing is the most taboo in the military, and it's also the easiest way to disperse the morale of the troops.
Although Zhao Xi was not the main officer, in Cao Lin's heart, and even in the eyes of all the soldiers in front of the palace, Zhao Xi's status was much higher than Zhang Langzhong.
Even the top four armies that are now embroiled in a chaotic war also share this sense of identity.
So Zhao Xi definitely cannot escape. Cao Lin thought so, and in fact, Zhao Xi also thought so.
Besides, he never thought of escaping at all.
This isn't him at 3 or 4 years old, he's not a 3 or 4 year old kid anymore... um, he's 7 or 8 now.
I've already reached a height of 1.3 or 1.4 meters. In recent years, I haven't had time to practice, but I've never had the opportunity to put it into action, and my heart has been itching for a long time.
Finally caught the opportunity, why escape? He only hopes that those useless people in the Fourth Army will be even more useless and not completely wipe out the few remaining thieves.
The trash of the four armies did not disappoint Zhao Xi, they were even more useless than he had imagined.
Although it is only a journey of less than 300 miles from Bianliang to Gongxian, it is still on the Jingxi Road, an important place in the capital, and after all, they undertook the task of escorting, which can be equivalent to wartime to some extent.
What's wrong with these old soldiers?
Arrived at the relay station, first took off armor and helmet, then soaked feet, relieved fatigue, and then gathered in threes and fives to have fun... except for walking more roads, it's no different from staying in the capital.
They even went so far as to beg for wine from the postal officials and drink a few cups.
These Zhang Wei are really unmanageable! What can be done about it? He also brought along some subordinates from the Ministry of Rites and had a drinking party with several princes.
After many days of hard work, now that the task is complete, I just have to go back and collect my reward.
In Gong County, after all, it's the imperial mausoleum, even if locals invite you, there are still many inconveniences. Today I entered the post station, and somewhat put my mind at ease, so...
So when the bandits attacked the relay station, there was still some decent resistance from the night watch, but after breaking through the night watch's defense, it was basically like driving away peasants.
Helmets can't be found, weapons are out of reach, in the dark night, a large group of people suddenly rushed in...
The entire front yard was in chaos, with imperial guards running around like headless flies everywhere.
Zhang Wei was startled awake from her daze, and suddenly became completely clear-headed. In a flurry, she hastily put on her outer garment and rushed to the window...
"Form ranks! Form ranks!"
What a farting formation! I don't even know where they learned this sentence from, and they don't care about the situation, just blindly shouting nonsense.
It's not entirely useless. Those commanders and the like finally remembered their current situation and responsibilities, and one by one started calling out to their subordinates...
Unfortunately, it's too late now. When people encounter danger for the first time, they think of ways to quickly leave the dangerous area and find a place where they might not be found to hide.
Soldiers are not like this, but the Imperial Guards who guard the capital have not experienced war for decades. They have forgotten their own identity and only think that wearing armor is a way to make a living... or a way to get by.
There were always some with blood, several thousand people, the bandits couldn't kill them all even if they wanted to, so the soldiers began to put up a decent resistance and gradually found weapons and armor, adapting to the darkness and fighting the bandits.
"It's a mutiny!"
It wasn't until someone shouted that people realized the robbers attacking the relay station were actually the Xiang Army.
For the Imperial Army, the Forbidden Troops have always had a sense of superiority. They look down on the Imperial Army, even if it's the worst of the Forbidden Troops, they are still the Forbidden Troops and not comparable to the Imperial Army.
Being beaten up by the Japanese army like this, it's as if they've been insulted. This has instead stirred up the anger of these grandpa soldiers...
When can the Xiang Army be so cruel to the Forbidden Army? Which one is unbearable?!
It was like this, for the bandits they might be afraid, but for the Xiang Army, they didn't think they would lose, so the entire station's front yard fell into chaos.
It seems that the situation is about to reverse, as more and more soldiers found their armor and weapons, and more and more commanders found their subordinates, slowly organizing and forming a counterattack.
"Sakyamuni declines, Maitreya sustains the world!"
"Sakyamuni declines, Maitreya upholds the world..."
Suddenly and inexplicably, after the first shout, there was a wave of repeated shouting, with each wave louder than the last.
"It is Maitreya teaching..."
Got it! The situation had already turned around, but as a result of this shout, the Fourth Army, who had barely mustered up the courage, suddenly lost their morale and started fleeing desperately again.
"Counterattack! Counterattack! Those who retreat will be beheaded!"
Zhang Wei shouted again. Just now when the situation reversed, he thought it was over and safe, so he really came down from upstairs, still thinking about getting some credit for on-site command... maybe he was wrong to blame others, perhaps they were indeed leading by example, which is not impossible.
But this time, his shout was not as effective as the previous one, or rather, no one heard what he said.
The vanguard was originally still charging forward, but as a result of the name "Maitreya Teachings", they suddenly lost morale... and were scattered by the bandits.
The Imperial Guards, who were also preparing to charge at the bandits, followed the vanguard and were also dispersed.
In this way, the defense that stood in front of Zhang Wei, which was originally very thick and solid, opened up layer by layer, section by section.
Became Zhang Wei's nemesis!
"You guys..."
Before he could finish speaking, the man was dragged away.
The backyard was full of imperial relatives, and Zhao Xi was preparing to lead his men to the front yard.
No choice, not intentionally delaying. Dispatched to rush out and report for help, but Cao Lin and Gao Jingxian fundamentally disagreed with going to the front yard... Not only did they not allow Zhao Xi to take risks, but they also prepared to bring their subordinates to defend in the backyard.
Zhao Xi showed off his skills in front of everyone for the first time and explained his reasons in a fairly stern tone.
"What is Maitreya teachings?"
No matter those relatives who were shivering at the window, Zhao Xi brought people down from the building and immediately heard the shouts of "Sakyamuni is declining, Maitreya is in power".
"Your Highness, please return to your chambers! We swear to ensure the safety of the upper house."
At this time, Cao Lin also heard the shouting.
"What's this Maitreya cult all about?"
"Maitreya teachings..."
Who can know what Maitreya teachings are? I've only heard that several times the national dynasty's chaotic events were related to it.
Forget it, looks like nobody knows how to explain.
When Zhao Xi led people to the front yard, they found that the scene in the front yard was very strange.
The soldiers of the Forbidden Army have vanished, in the vast courtyard, with over a thousand soldiers, not one can be seen, only a few hundred people who also look like soldiers of the imperial court...
"It's a mutiny!"
Cao Lin also realized at this time that what Wang Ye saw later might be these people, but because of Zhang Lang's exaggerated reaction, he overlooked it.
"Sakyamuni declines, Maitreya upholds the world!"
"Sakyamuni declines, Maitreya upholds the world..."
How could it be Zhang Wei who led the shouting?
A knife was placed on Zhang Wei's neck, and he strained his neck and shouted out...
"Li Xian, can you hit it!"
"Your Highness, I can do it, but I'm afraid it might harm Zhang Langzhong."
"This king allows you to shoot and kill is Zhang Langzhong!"