Jingyuwei is located in the southernmost part of Ningxia Town. It is close to the Yellow River and has sufficient water for irrigation. Most of the area is plain, and a large amount of arable land can be cultivated. As for pastures that can be grazing, that's even more. To put it more broadly, it is also part of the Hetao Plain. Therefore, it has been an important grain producing area and animal husbandry production area throughout history, especially during the Ming Dynasty.

In fact, Jingyuwei did not belong to the jurisdiction of Ningxia Town, nor did it belong to the jurisdiction of Guyuan Town, but directly accepted the management of the Shaanxi Metropolitan Command and Envoy. It can be seen that the high-level leaders of Shaanxi attach great importance to this area. However, after the defenders of Guyuan Town retreated, the white-clothed army did not hesitate to occupy this place. The Vulture Cavalry has always been active here. Some people in Ningxia even came here to occupy farmland, build houses, and prepare to start a new life.

One day at the end of August, in the afternoon, the sky was gray, and the atmosphere was a little tense in the Jinjiatai area of Jingyuwei, and there were constantly cavalry of the white-clothed army, speeding back and forth. Their horses' hooves splashed puffs of dust on the field. The dust flew up and was quickly blown away by the north wind. These active white cavalrymen, dressed in azure uniforms, wearing the same azure military hats, and dark red belts, were all warriors of the Vulture Cavalry unit.

Jinjiatai turned out to be only a very small stronghold, and only about 300 people could be stationed. It is surrounded by plains, and there is no danger to defend. If the Tatar brigade cavalry had been killed all the way from the north, there would have been no chance of stopping it. Therefore, the Ming troops stationed here were very few in number, and they were basically sent here to be cannon fodder. However, after the White Coats occupied the area, it became the command center and logistics center of the Vulture Cavalry.

Today, the surrounding area of Jinjiatai is particularly crowded. On the city wall of Jinjiatai, there are all vulture cavalry soldiers holding muskets in both hands, waiting for battle. Around Jinjiatai, there were large groups of Ming soldiers. They were all asked to hold their heads in their hands and squat on the ground without moving. Officers, soldiers, and family members were separated and detained in different areas. Around these Ming troops, there were many more Vulture Cavalry soldiers sitting on horseback and keeping an eye on them.

Those who were imprisoned together were the Ming soldiers who had escaped from the town of Gansu. The Vulture Cavalry discovered their whereabouts while monitoring the direction of Gansu Town. At the beginning, there were some clashes between the two sides, and as a result, the vulture cavalry broke them all up with a single onslaught. Subsequently, the Vulture Cavalry warriors took advantage of the cavalry and surrounded them all from different directions. Soon, all of them became prisoners of the Vulture Cavalry warriors and were taken back to the vicinity of Jinjiatai.

At this moment, Zhang Yi, the commander of the Eagle Cavalry Army, was at the northeast intersection of Jinjiatai, nervously waiting for Xu Xingxia's arrival. With so many officers and soldiers falling into his hands, he really didn't know what to do. Obviously, it is not possible to kill, it is too cruel. However, it is not possible to let it go. If they are put back, they may be enemies of the White Coats again.

"Da Da Da!"

Zhang Yi waited for a long time, and from the direction of Da Lachi Fort, a group of white-clothed cavalry came. The blue military uniform and black military cap were the chaser troops responsible for the security of Xu Xingxia. It should be Xu Xingxia who is here. Sure enough, the warriors of the chasseurs gradually stopped advancing, and a figure appeared in front. Sure enough, Xu Xingxia came.

"Your Excellency!"

Zhang Yi and the others hurriedly stepped forward, turned over and dismounted, and stood up and saluted.

"How's it going?"

After Xu Xingxia returned the salute, he asked with concern.

"In all, more than 13,000 people, all disarmed. I have separated all their soldiers and officers. There are also some family members who have also separated. Now, none of them have weapons in their hands. Zhang Yi said briefly.

"Good! You're doing a great job! Xu Xingxia nodded appreciatively.

After a moment of deep silence, Xu Xingxia said again: "Which is their commander?" ”

Zhang Yi shook his head and said, "I don't know." The highest ranking were the three guerrilla generals, but they all said that they were not commanders, and that they had occasionally bumped into each other. ”

Xu Xingxia frowned, and said a little strangely: "They fled in a swarm?" Tens of thousands of people were captured by you? Even a herd of pigs can't catch so many! Will they be an organized retreat, or a haphazard escape? ”

Zhang Yi said: "It should be a chaotic escape." When we met them, they were simply scattered, with no organization or command at all. As soon as we rushed it, we all herded the sheep. Maybe they didn't know that this place was occupied by us, and they thought that passing through here was the jurisdiction of Guyuan Town, but they turned out to be ......"

Xu Xingxia nodded, waved his hand, and said in a deep voice: "Go!" Let's go to Jinjiatai! ”

There is a considerable distance from the junction to Jinjiatai, and even if you ride a horse, it will take two or three hours. When Zhang Yi took Xu Xingxia to Jinjiatai, the sky was already dark. At the end of August, Jinjiatai already had a slight coolness at night. Tens of thousands of Ming army prisoners were scattered in the field, and naturally they also felt the slightest coldness. Fortunately, the food and water of the white-clothed army are still sufficient, and they can eat enough and keep out the cold.

"Bring the three guerrillas up!" Xu Xingxia entered Jinjiatai, ate a little food, filled his stomach, and drank a little hot water, and then got to the point.

Zhang Yi turned around and went. Soon, the three captured guerrilla generals were brought to Xu Xingxia. Previously, after interrogation, I learned the names of three people, named Dong Daqi, Zhang Haowu, and Zhao Zhenglong. Their official positions were all guerrilla generals, and they were stationed in various places. When they heard the news of the arrival of the Tartars, they abandoned their city and fled in a panic.

Xu Xingxia glanced at the three of them with contempt. As a guerrilla general, when the Tartars arrived, he didn't want to actively resist and defend his family and country, but turned around and ran. Such a leader, Xu Xingxia naturally looked down on. If it weren't for the fact that he wanted to find out something, he would have simply ordered them to be pushed out of the wall. No, it's good to be decapitated. Shooting is a waste of a Minnie bullet! He said coldly: "I am Xu Xingxia!" ”

The three guerrilla generals were all slightly shocked. Of course, they will not be unfamiliar with the name Xu Xingxia, especially after Li Maohui and Li Guozhen escaped to Gansu Town. A small military household actually pulled up a strong team, repeatedly defeated the Tartars, not to mention, but also drove away the dignified governor and the chief military officer. Even, even the local prince of the domain was ruthlessly driven away. How could they not know such a move?

Unexpectedly, Xu Xingxia would appear here. For a moment, they all felt a little panic in their hearts. There's no way, Xu Xingxia's nickname is really a little jealous, that's Old Devil Xu! That's a big devil who kills people without blinking. Now, Xu Xingxia is already a thief with chiseled words on his head, the No. 1 rebel in Tianzi, what will happen to them, the officials and soldiers who belong to the imperial court, fall into the hands of the thief?

Xu Xingxia said coldly: "I really want to know, Gansu Town, what happened!" Can any of you tell me what's going on in Gansu Town! Why is there tens of thousands of troops, and there are cannons in the main cities, and there is no shortage of ammunition! Unable to stop the three-day attack of the Tartars, they all fell! Can any of you tell me what the hell is going on? ”

The three guerrilla generals still bowed their heads and were speechless. They all felt Xu Xingxia's anger. Yes, it is anger. In fact, for the loss of Gansu Town, Xu Xingxia was indeed a little angry! These officers and soldiers in Gansu Town are really fucking pigs' heads! There were a lot of troops, there was no shortage of ammunition, there were high walls, and there were artillery, and as a result, it was impossible to stop Mo Yuegen's attack. Mo Yuegen didn't even have the necessary siege weapons, so it took less than three days to take the entire territory of Gansu Town. Such a record is simply incredible! Even if 30,000 pigs guarded Gansu Town, they didn't fail so quickly!

Seeing that the three guys were silent, Xu Xingxia became more and more annoyed. He had the urge to call people in at once, pull them all out and kill them. These bastards, in terms of corruption [***], one is more ferocious than the other, one is better than the other, eats empty salaries, drinks the blood of soldiers, they are all first-class good hands. As a result, as soon as I touched the tartar, I was all fucking impotent.

I really don't know what the court is doing with these guys. Even if you raise tens of thousands of pigs, you can give everyone a full meal during the New Year! Finally resisted the urge to pull them out and kill them, Xu Xingxia said coldly: "Where are you stationed?" Say it one by one! ”

The three guerrilla generals still did not answer.

None of them are stupid and know their crimes very well.

The crime of losing the city and land, no matter which dynasty it is placed in, must be severely punished. Otherwise, what effect does military law have? The three of them, if they go back to Guyuan Town smoothly, may also be executed. Gansu Town is lost, such a serious matter, if you don't kill a large number of people ruthlessly, where is the face of the imperial court? In addition to Liu Fengxi, who is the chief military officer, the officers below are afraid that there are also a large number of people who will be beheaded. Several of them guerrilla generals, apparently among them.

However, they fell into the hands of Xu Xingxia, and their fate was changed. If they were put to death, they would be able to cover up their crimes. Died in the hands of Xu Xingxia, the imperial court must be commended, and the family can naturally be safe and sound. Of course, the best result is to surrender Xu Xingxia and follow Xu Xingxia to rebel. However, when they felt the anger in Xu Xingxia's belly, they knew that this road would not work. Xu Xingxia definitely wouldn't want them.

Xu Xingxia said coldly: "What? Won't speak? Dead pigs are not afraid of hot water? Yes! I tell you! I, Xu Xingxia, am not a thief now, but the chief military officer of the three towns! I only need to give an order, and not only your heads will fall, but even your family will all fall to the ground! No matter where you are from the Ming Dynasty! ”

The three of them were all shocked, and they all raised their heads and stared at Xu Xingxia in amazement. Xu Xingxia's words greatly shocked them. For a moment, they didn't know how to react. If Xu Xingxia's words are true, then they will really be all finished. Not only will people die, their homes will be raided, but they will also bear the infamy of the ages forever! By any measure, it's the worst of the worst! The last thing they want to see!

Xu Xingxia smiled coldly and continued to say unashamedly: "Huang Kezhang, the governor of the three sides, has already issued an order to appease the military households in Ningxia Town. Personally, Xu Xingxia is not a thief, but a hero of the country! I had an insight into the conspiracy of Li Maohui and Li Guozhen to betray the country early on, so I resolutely rose up to fight against them! In the past, the imperial court would think that I was a thief out of misunderstanding! Now, the misunderstanding is cleared up and the truth is revealed! I am a great hero of the country! ”

After a slight pause, Xu Xingxia continued to say in high spirits: "I, Xu Xingxia, will also be the chief military officer of the three towns of Ningxia Town, Gansu Town, and Yansui Town!" You are all under my jurisdiction! You waste, you who think that by dying at my hands, you can cover up your sins? Dream on! If you don't keep quiet, you're welcome! Not only will you die, but your family will also die, and your nine clans will be beheaded! ”

The three guerrilla generals, you look at me, I look at you, their faces are shocked, and there is not the slightest blood on their faces. For Xu Xingxia's words, they already believed a little. Because, if Xu Xingxia was really a thief, he wouldn't pay attention to them at all and just kill them. In these days, what is a dead person? What is the death of three guerrilla generals?

Dong Daqi couldn't help but say: "Mr. Xu, we are really wronged!" Losing the city and losing the land is definitely not our intention! It's just that the Tartars are powerful, and with our little strength and equipment, we can't hold it at all! Yes, we did. We ran because we were afraid of death. If we don't run, we're really dead! ”

Xu Xingxia said coldly: "Are you wronged? Okay, I'll give you a chance, you explain and explain, how are you wronged? If you are afraid of death, you should not be a soldier, and you are not afraid of death when you are a soldier! Don't you know? If you are afraid of death, what kind of soldier should you be? Are you afraid of death and run away? ”

Dong Daqi said helplessly: "Mr. Xu, I never thought of being a soldier, but our father is a military household, can I have a choice?" Well, I don't say that. I am in charge of stationing Zhuang Langwei. That's right, Zhuang Langwei did have thousands of people and more than 30 cannons. If there are no accidents, I am not afraid of the arrival of an average number of tartars. However, before the war, Liu Fengxi ......"

Xu Xingxia said coldly: "What Liu Fengxi? Liu thief! ”

Dong Daqi hurriedly changed his words and said, "That's right, it's Liu Thief!" Before the arrival of the war, Liu Thief ordered to transfer all the artillery of Zhuang Langwei, saying that it would be concentrated in Ganzhou City for use. He also transferred all his soldiers with a thousand men. The only ones left were some of the military households of the Guards. Mr. Xu, you may not know how bad the situation in our Gansu town is. Anyway, Zhuang Langwei under my jurisdiction is estimated to have less than 500 soldiers with combat effectiveness. Three thousand Tartars are coming, can I, the five hundred, hold back? I can't stop it, I just have to run! ”

Xu Xingxia frowned and said, "What do you mean, Liu Thief already knew that Mo Yuegen was coming?" So, it is estimated that all your Zhuang Langwei's artillery will be transferred? ”

Dong Daqi said helplessly: "I don't dare to say that. However, this incident is indeed very strange. There has never been a thing to disassemble artillery before. ”

Zhang Haowu interjected and said: "General Xu, I am in charge of the Liangzhou Guard stationed, and the situation is the same. All the artillery in our city has been removed, and there is not a single one left. ”

Zhao Zhenglong also interjected and said: "Yes, the Xiningwei I am stationed in is also like this. Our artillery was also transferred away by Liu Thief. If there are thirty guns, how can they resist for a while! Without artillery, how can we resist the arrows of the Tartars? ”

Xu Xingxia stared at the three of them coldly and did not speak. Subconsciously, he felt that these three guys were not lying. Perhaps, Liu Fengxi really transferred all the artillery. As for why Liu Fengxi transferred all the artillery, it is unknown. As the chief military officer of Gansu Town, Liu Fengxi did not need to consult with anyone at all when he issued such an order. Suddenly, a flash of inspiration flashed in his mind, and Xu Xingxia asked: "Did Liu Thief transfer your artillery before Li Maohui and Li Guozhen arrived, or after they arrived?" ”

Dong Daqi said: "Of course, after the arrival! It's just been transferred for a short time! ”

Xu Xingxia nodded thoughtfully. He seemed to have sensed Liu Fengxi's intentions. Obviously, if it was just to prevent the Tartars from going south, such an order would simply be ridiculous. It must be for internal reasons. He must have been dragged into the water by Li Maohui and Li Guozhen, joined the Eyesee Society, or obtained the benefits of the Eyesaw Society from other channels, and decided to cooperate with the Eyesight Society. The transfer of artillery from various cities is a very important link.

The main foundation of the Eye Society is in the town of Ningxia. Li Guozhen has been in business for nearly ten years, and all the preparations should be almost there. As a result, he was unfortunately destroyed by Xu Xingxia and had to run to Gansu Town to cause trouble. It is conceivable that in a hurry, if there is an incident in the Eyesee Society, there must be a part of the castle that will not follow. If you didn't have enough time to do work before, who would want to follow you in rebellion?

For the sake of safety, Liu Fengxi ordered the removal of the artillery of these castles, just to facilitate the rebels to quickly set out from Ganzhou City and capture these castles without artillery when the incident occurred. If these castles don't follow suit. As a result, I didn't expect that before the Sight Society got into trouble, Mo Yuegen came instead, and just picked a hot fried pile with cold hands.

The more Xu Xingxia thought about it, the more he felt that the truth should be like this. These guys in front of them are indeed unfortunately implicated. Of course, this does not alleviate their culpability. Without artillery, you can't defend the city? It's ridiculous! He said coldly: "Okay, I will continue to investigate this matter!" Now, I'm going to counterattack the town of Gansu! Do you have any good advice? ”

(To be continued)