Chapter 004: Where Can One Go After Going Out

This statement elicited a wave of jubilation

Ma Dawei seemed to have been waiting for this very sentence for a long time, and upon hearing it, he remained silent, only smiling and looking at Zhang Zhen, addressing him as "Sir".

Although Zhang Zhen's father is merely a businessman, reeking of the smell of copper, he is quite well-connected in official circles and is generous in his dealings. Being able to rely on this opportunity to save his son and earn his gratitude is indeed a good thing

"Sir, the young man has a suggestion." Mo Hei looked around and said softly, "Wuchang City has strong troops, and Governor Chang Dachun is of gentle disposition, loyal to the monarch and patriotic. I believe we can make it to Wuchang to take refuge..."

Wuchang City is indeed strong, but the claims of having many soldiers are mere nonsense. According to Zhang Zhen, there are only a little over 3,000 garrison troops in Wuchang, and even if we include the reinforcements, there are only about 10,000 troops in total.

Oh, is that so?" Wu Qingxiang nodded slightly

After negotiating for nearly half an hour, they finally concluded their discussion. Ma Dawei, appearing quite satisfied, stood up and clasped his fists in salute

Everywhere is chaos caused by the long-haired, and the killing is endless, as is the destruction of books and images.

Although Zhang Zhen is young, his insight is quite extraordinary; he immediately deduced that our troops were weak in numbers and did not dare to launch a strong attack

Just thinking about it gives me a headache; it turns out that time travel may not be as pleasant as one would expect

Wu Qingxiang waved his hand and yawned twice: "You go handle this matter, be sure to be careful and prudent. When the time comes and the matter is accomplished, you will certainly reap your benefits. Above all, you must not let the other brothers in the camp see any flaws."

Do not speak carelessly; I am an official appointed by the court. How could I possibly make an agreement with these rebels? I do not have many thoughts on the matter; if it comes to it, I will risk my life to take my brothers out with me, and that would be fulfilling my duty.

This question truly stumped Zhang Zhen. Indeed, even if one breaks free, where can one go?

Damn it, what kind of peasant uprising army is this? They are simply a bunch of bandits! Zhang Zhen cursed inwardly and then stood up, cupping his hands in salute and said

The soldiers, having formed their thoughts, hurriedly began to prepare. Mo Hei approached Zhang Zhen and quietly said to him: "Could it be that the lord has reached some agreement with the Long-haired, allowing us to be released?"

If it were not for my insufficient military strength, why would I need to send you up the mountain time and again? Wouldn't it be more convenient to directly capture Zhang Zhen and bring him to my camp for a face-to-face discussion? Forget it, I won't mention that anymore. When are they planning to come down the mountain?

The guard officer Wu Zuoying is wise, " Ma Dawei said repeatedly

This person knows quite a lot, but going to Wuchang may not guarantee safety

However, for a brother, life and death are trivial matters; the safety of all brothers is of utmost importance. I am prepared to risk my life today to ensure that all of you can escape. At the hour of the rat tonight, I will charge into battle with everyone. As long as I, Zhang Zhen, still draw breath, I vow to protect all my brothers. After all, I am your captain, am I not?

Wu Qingxiang had no idea what his subordinate was thinking, and he sighed to himself

It is well said, it is well said, I assure you that I am absolutely trustworthy in my words, and this is well-known in the military camp

Master Zhang, I hope you will keep your word regarding https://mhetushucomcom. Furthermore, we, the guards of Wu Zuo Ying, are not afraid of your dishonesty, are we? In the future, when the mountains do not turn, the waters will still flow; ultimately, there will be a day when we meet.

The magnanimity of adults is truly admirable and commendable. For a petty person to follow an adult is indeed the most comfortable situation. However, dear adult, even if we rush out, where shall we go afterwards

Mo Hei nodded repeatedly

"Good, good, Brother Ma is efficient in handling matters, which brings me great comfort," Wu Qingxiang praised a few times, stroking the sparse hairs of his chin.

After exchanging a few insincere pleasantries, Ma Dawei hurriedly departed, and the soldiers immediately surrounded him, all chattering away, inquiring about what had been discussed.

To act both as a prostitute and to maintain a facade of respectability

This general ? Ma Dawei looked up and down at the opposing "this general". How could a mere foreign envoy audaciously refer to himself as "this general"?

Zhang Zhen, however, remained completely unaware and continued speaking to himself

But given the current situation, where else can one go if not to Wuchang?

Ma Dawei felt that he could not accept m.hetushu.com.

After sizing up this sycophant for a while, it became apparent that he was quite clever, as he quickly grasped the situation through keen observation. Zhang Zhen's expression darkened as he said

Wu Zuoying, the guard officer, I have returned

I, Wu Qingxiang, also consider myself a scholar. I initially intended to rely on my abilities to achieve success in the imperial examinations, bringing glory to my family and ancestors. Unfortunately, I lost my way and joined the Heavenly Kingdom, which ultimately is not a sustainable solution.

Although when Lord Zhang Zhen speaks, it is likely that not a single one of his ten statements is true, since he is able to articulate such words, he must already have seven or eight parts of assurance in his heart

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Let us take it one step at a time. Zhang Zhen sighed and said: In any case, it is the right path to lead the brothers out to fight.

By the time the Taiping Army attacked the city, Wuchang had barely held out for a month. If one were to truly seek refuge in Wuchang, it would be akin to escaping from a tiger's den only to enter a wolf's lair

This nonsense made those soldiers wish they could rush up and kick him a few times. On the day the city of Yuezhou fell, you, General Zhang, were the first to flee; now you shamelessly use the words 'sacrifice for the country'.

This is a matter of great importance concerning wwwhetushucom.com and their lives, and it must not be taken lightly in the slightest

I have truly exhausted myself for you all, exhausted myself. Zhang Zhen wore a face of deep concern for the nation and lamented: "With the Long-haired rebels causing chaos, we are unable to serve the court, thus allowing Yuezhou to suffer calamity. We should have sacrificed ourselves for the country to demonstrate our integrity..."

It has all been agreed upon; we will descend the mountain punctually at midnight tonight

As soon as Ma Dawei entered the military camp, he hurriedly said: "Everything has been settled; all the conditions proposed by the left camp's guard officer have been agreed to by Zhang Zhen."

When I was in the capital, I became acquainted with Zhang Zhen's father. Later, when Yuezhou fell, surrounded by the soldiers, I inadvertently learned that Zhang Zhen was actually on the mountain. At that moment, I was moved to rescue this younger generation

You are not making these demands to save any juniors; the conditions you have proposed are sufficient for you to live without worry in the future, yet you still insist on demonstrating loyalty to the Heavenly Kingdom and a willingness to fight to the death.

Zhang Zhen spoke to him in a low voice for a long time, but it was unclear what he was saying. At times, he whispered softly, while at other moments, his demeanor became intense. When he reached an excited point, he would make exaggerated gestures, leaving the soldiers watching in confusion