Chapter 002: Surrender

There is no doubt about this

Even someone as formidable as Li Xiucheng was killed after surrendering, let alone a minor figure like myself. Once surrendered and falling back into the hands of the Manchu Tartars, how many heads could one expect to be spared

To come up with such a solution in such a critical moment truly demonstrates the qualities of a great leader

Looking over to the side, I was startled to see a general's corpse lying right next to me. Judging by the attire, it was a thousand-man commander. Remembering the outfit, I glanced at myself and searched through my mind, then I could confirm:

Zhang Zhen felt a chill rise from his back and instinctively touched his neck

One is merely a small external delegate

The always serious seventh-rank military official, if he were to delegate matters externally, could immediately drop to the ninth rank.

"Let us not concern ourselves with these matters for now; this scheme of mine is highly likely to succeed. " Glancing at his subordinates, he felt a lack of confidence deep down.

It is a pity. Had I known I could truly travel through time, I would have brought a notebook or something. At the very least, even a gun would have been helpful. But now, with just this bayonet, how much assistance can it provide me

"What is it, report back!" Standing there looking quite proper, seriously contemplating the tone of voice used by officials on television, while glancing around to ascertain where exactly he is, isn't it necessary to know the location at least?

It would be one thing to be transported to the prosperous Tang or strong Han dynasties, but instead, I find myself in the era of the Manchus; it would be acceptable to be in the company of high-ranking officials, yet I have ended up as a minor official in the foreign affairs department; I could even tolerate being in the imperial palace, but why must I be in a place of rebellion led by the Longhairs!

What is your name?" Zhang Zhenqing cleared his throat and asked

When Zhang Zhen woke up, the first judgment he made was that

Contradiction, an extreme contradiction

But this thought could only be kept in the heart. After some contemplation, I expressed the "insight" I held within. The soldiers exchanged glances, and for a long time, none of them spoke a word. Eventually, it was the old soldier who said:

bandit

"Good, Mo Hei," Zhang Zhen said, patting Mo Hei on the shoulder, with a kind and pleasant expression

The words of the soldier interrupted Zhang Zhen's train of thought. Indeed, regardless of what the future holds, the current crisis and the situation must be resolved first.

Looking at his hand, he was surprised to find that he was still holding the dagger. Zhang Zhen understood somewhat; it seemed that his arrival in this place was likely due to this dagger.

Your insights are greatly appreciated

Sir, please think carefully.

The adults, the young ones are willing to guard by the side of the adults, vowing to defend the safety of the adults at the cost of their lives, even if it means being shattered to pieces, without hesitation, through fire and mountains of knives, not daring to show the slightest doubt

Amidst the chorus of agreement, Zhang Zhen suddenly felt himself to be exceptionally wise and brilliant

Zhang Zhen had no idea what he should say. After hesitating for a long time, he noticed the soldiers looking at him eagerly and suddenly had a moment of inspiration, coming up with a solution.

Looking at the armor I am wearing, it is clearly that of the Qing Dynasty. From the looks of it, it seems I am still an official!

A petty person should not be overlooked; I hope the esteemed person will give me a lift

Should we just surrender? Such a thought naturally arose in Zhang Zhen's mind

His grandmother is now on a small hillside, surrounded by thirty to fifty soldiers, each with crooked helmets and cracked armor, appearing listless and dispirited

"Sir, please think of a way. Those bandits kill without a second thought. Lord Sun was brutally beheaded by them!"

I am shocked

Family? What does family have to do with me? I have no blood relation to them at all. The Tatar emperor killed them all, and I wouldn't shed a single tear.

The soldier reporting the matter cast a strange glance at Zhang Zhen, sensing that the commander seemed a bit off today, as if he had been startled by something. He steadied himself and said:

This, I believe, is ... ...

Setting aside whether it is a cult or not, the question is, what future can this "illegal organization" that ultimately ends in failure possibly have by associating with it?

The words of the little soldier made Zhang Zhen aware of his identity, suggesting that the general seems quite good, though it is unclear whether he is the official general or an external general

Upon seeing it, my heart immediately skipped a beat, as if something was not quite right

At that moment, an older soldier approached Zhang Zhen and said cautiously

I say that this bayonet is a precious item, but those bastards just don't believe it

What kind of luck do I have!

I have finally crossed over!

This, I believe, should temporarily surrender to those bandits, first to preserve my own life at https://m.hetushu.com, and only then can I wait for an opportunity to serve the court again, right

From the hillside came bursts of shouts, occasionally interspersed with loud laughter and insults

We, these people, are going to surrender, which is fine; after all, wherever we go, we will still be eating and serving as soldiers. Surrendering to the bandits will at most only tarnish our reputation, but the families of the officials are all in the capital...

I have truly become prosperous this time! All those debts, those universities, can go to hell. Although I have a strong aversion to the Tartars, it is still better than having my fingers chopped off to pay off debts.

Knowing nothing, I cannot directly ask my subordinate soldiers.

It is indeed true that I have traveled through time, and I have arrived in the Qing Dynasty

It is undeniable that these individuals seek to oppress the virtuous, but when it comes to risking their lives, whether they can truly exert their efforts is highly questionable

Bandits, it is not certain that in the future it will be called the Heavenly Kingdom. Although in their hearts the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom is considered a 'heretical' organization, at least in textbooks it is referred to as a 'great peasant uprising.' Surrendering to the peasant uprising can also be seen as abandoning darkness for light, right

What exactly is this place related to books? To what extent has the Long Mao rebellion reached now

However, there is truly no future in following this organization

I have always dreamed of traveling through time, and unexpectedly, this time my wish has truly come true

The adult is wise

Still surrounded! Still ordered to surrender!

Sir, please make a decision. You see, about forty brothers are waiting for your help

This, you first go and fetch the long-haired ones, no, go and invite the messengers of the heavenly kingdom, I, the lord, wish to discuss the matters of surrender in detail with them, after all, it concerns the life and safety of our brothers

The soldier who first reported the military situation to Zhang Zhen stepped forward.

Given the current situation, if one does not surrender to the Longhairs first, it is likely that one's head will not survive until the day they are captured by the Manchus.

Flatterer, flatterer, this person is definitely a flatterer, but such a flatterer is bound to have a bright future

Sir, the bandits have sent someone again, demanding that we surrender before nightfall; otherwise, they will show no mercy if they come up the mountain

Master, Master!

Zhang Zhen's head suddenly exploded.

Adult, this method is indeed a solution, but if it fails and angers those with long hair...