Chapter 7 third quarter
Like a sickle on a rock, Liu Kai's clear reasoning and sharp words failed to cut off the stubbornness of Zhong Shidao at all.It seemed that he was unresponsive, and it was impossible to guess what was going on in his heart from his deep expression.Liu Kai's first combat plan can be said to have failed completely.But after all, Zhong Shidao also missed a word. He said that he must discuss with the generals before making a decision on such a major issue.Originally, Zhong Shidao, as the commander-in-chief of an army, has the right to make decisions on his own. Now that he said this, it can be seen that he is a little hesitant and a little scared in his heart. He hopes that the future will be responsible together with him.This is a flaw.Grasping this point, Liu Kai immediately drew up a second battle plan, which was to persuade the generals, win them over, make them sympathize with and support this war, and work with him to influence the way of the teacher.This plan was easy to implement, and he had considerable or deep friendship with the senior generals of the Western Army.But judging from the scene of coming out of the gate, his status as an unattainable angel made them feel alienated and alienated from him.It was an iceberg between him and the generals, and if it wasn't melted, there would be no sympathy or support.With the purpose of trying to melt the iceberg, he came to the welcome banquet held by the military headquarters in the evening.
The banquet held in the military headquarters was held according to the traditional specifications of the Western Army.Of course, it can't be the kind of luxurious banquet held by the rich and powerful in Tokyo, which Liu Qi is very familiar with. Not to mention anything else, candles and lamp oil alone can consume dozens of catties overnight.Sometimes a banquet lasts for more than two days.Even compared with the state and county governors' poetry and wine banquets, it is very different. At that kind of banquets, at least some official prostitutes from the music club should be around to drink and drink.Using such a simple banquet at the military headquarters to welcome the angel will make the general officials from Tokyo feel sad and feel that they have been treated briefly, even if he came to the Northwest Military Headquarters for the first time.But Liu Kai is also an old man of the Western Army. For him, this is just a reliving of old dreams, and he will not feel the above feelings at all.
Although he had been away for several years, as Liu Kai expected, most of the guests who came to the banquet first and those who came one after another were his old friends.There are not only the backbone of the military department, but also the main persons in charge of the various military regions under its jurisdiction. It used to be that the Northwest Frontier Defense Army was collectively called the Shaanxi Fifth Route Army, which governed the five military regions of Jingyuan, Qinfeng, Huanqing, Yanyan, and Xihe. border guards.Zhong Shidao himself was promoted by the envoy of the Jingyuan Road to the governor of Shaanxi Zhulu. The governor was originally a temporary commander in order to unify the command during the war.Although Zhong Shidao was appointed as the commander of the capital, he still refused to give up his real job of controlling the military power of Jingyuan Road.His brother Qin Feng Lu Jinglue envoy Zhong Shizhong (at that time the army called them Lao Zhong and Xiao Zhong Jinglue Xianggong or simply and affectionately called them "Old Zhong" and "Xiao Zhong").Liu Yanqing, his subordinate Huanqing Road Jinglue envoy, and his son Liu Guangshi, and Xihe Road Jinglue envoy Yao Gu's son Yao Pingzhong also attended the banquet.The chiefs of these military regions were summoned to the military headquarters from afar. Among them, Liu Yanqing, his father and son, and Yao Pingzhong all arrived at the military headquarters not more than a moment before the banquet. Be heard and be prepared.On the other hand, it also shows that he learned the news and prepared very hastily.In addition, important generals of the military department also attended the banquet, including generals Wang Zhi, Yang Keshi, Xin Xingzong, Yang Weizhong, and Liu Kai's old boss Xihe Bing Ma Qianju when he served in the Xihe Army, and the current army commander. Zhao Long and others who participated in the council, and some mid-level generals.Liu Kai is not only familiar with them, well aware of their experience, status, and personality, but also understands their relationship with each other and the degree to which they can exert influence on the way of teachers.The last point, today is very important to Liu Kai.
Regardless of the general in charge of the military region or the people in the military department, they brought the initial indifference and hesitation, which made the banquet a little rigid from the beginning.Liu Qi found that he was the main reason for the rigidity of the banquet.Although they are old friends, they have distanced themselves.In their minds, Liu Kai is already a trusted confidant of the government and a celebrity in Tokyo, and this time he came to the military headquarters on a special mission that they couldn't guess. etiquette.
Secondly, the host's attitude of being a teacher is another reason for the rigidity of the banquet.Not only did he not want to make the atmosphere of the banquet lively, but he tried to push it to the opposite.
Breaking the cold situation and improving the atmosphere of the banquet all depended on my own efforts.Liu Kai seized the first opportunity, met a mid-level officer and started a lively conversation.They once fought together on the Xihe battlefield. The most interesting thing is that they sneaked into the enemy's position to hunt a delicious yak without telling their superiors.This is a meaningless risky behavior. They have to risk their lives, but no one will reward them with a gold medal for this. The most reward is just a big meal.But this is the greatest joy of marching, and they never tire of it.Probably many brave soldiers have had similar experiences.Liu Qi cleverly recalled this past event, which immediately shortened the distance between him and everyone.
Then he raised his wine glass to toast an old general sitting opposite him, and talked about his good drinking capacity. He clearly remembered the feat of this old general betting with others that he drank 30 catties of rice wine in one night.
There is a record of drinking thirty catties, which is also a qualification in the army.Zhao De, an old soldier, had been in the army for decades and was promoted to the fifth general of Jingyuan Road through hard work, but he did not make any outstanding achievements.Only this record is the greatest glorious history in his life.Now being brought up again by Liu Qi, he blushed proudly, including the wine blister on the tip of his nose, shook his head and said:
"My family is getting old, and it's useless. If you can't drink three catties of old baijiu, you will get drunk. How can you still have the spirit of the past!"
"What did the old man say? Today is about to see your general Zhao show his skills again, and he will grow stronger and stronger."
Then Liu Kai asked the son of a general next to him:
"Huzi looks like a good man, and he is good at martial arts." He affectionately called the young man by his nickname, and said regretfully, "It's a pity that he has been idle for three years, and calling him a hero is useless."
"What are you talking about?" the general replied angrily, "that narrow-minded ghost transferred him to the Gansu Tea Horse Department to do some worthless business, and my family raised this son for nothing."
Seeing the lucrative position of the Tea Horse Department, a trade organization in charge, as a worthless business, this is the simple view of some so-called "real soldiers" in the army.Liu Kai sighed three or two times, and his appropriate sympathy showed that his thoughts and feelings were still consistent with theirs, which further made them think that he was a reliable person among them.
The host of the banquet and the guest of honor of the banquet form a strong contrast.
Zhong Shidao has been restraining his smile, even if he should be courteous to a whole family, even if he should be polite to an envoy sent by the imperial court, he is reluctant to pay.Subjectively, I just want to push Liu Kai as far as possible.He directed this banquet as if he directed a war he did not want to participate in, looking so blunt, unnatural and conflicting.On the contrary, Liu Kai tried his best and used flexible and changeable tactics to achieve greater and greater success.
Memories are the lubricating oil that washes away dirt and rust. Once injected into the gears of friendship, they can make them turn flexibly again.At this time, the atmosphere of the banquet was obviously thickened, and people's distance from his status and restraint on politeness had gradually faded away unconsciously, and even his address was changed several times: at first it was "respectful and distant" "Angel" and "Imperial Envoy", and later turned into tentative "brother" and "nephew", and finally called him directly by his nickname.To do this step, his work will be considered a success.
Liu Kai's old boss, Zhao Long, recounted the past when Liu Kai went to Zang Zhengpu's place as a hostage:
"I remember that Uncle Xin (Liu Kai) generously asked to go, and he and Ma Zichong (Ma Kuo) resolutely set out on the journey," he kept nodding his head in approval, "That kind of courageous and unassuming spirit made the person sent by Brother Pu The envoy was stunned. After this, Brother Pu did not invade or disturb, the west was peaceful, and our army had to rest for a while to avoid fighting, this is all thanks to Uncle Xin."
This is a past event that everyone knows, and it has been told many times long ago. Now the eyewitness Zhao Long retells his courage before he ventured to Longtan and Tiger's Cave in front of the person Liu Kai, which still arouses everyone's enthusiasm. interest of.As soon as he finished speaking, many people coaxed:
"Cheers! Cheers!"
"A toast to Uncle Xin's heroism!"
"Uncle Xin is going to be a hostage, of course he is very courageous." Someone flatteringly mentioned a proud past event of Liu Kai, "Don't forget that time''Arranging Flowers Between Eyebrows'', I remember..."
"Director Wang witnessed it with his own eyes that time," someone yelled, "If you ask him to speak, it will be impressive!"
Everyone yelled again:
"President Wang, please tell me!"
"Let's talk about it after I drank the glass in my hand," the general Wang Tin is a slow-tempered person. He must drink up the glass of wine, gnaw off a duck leg that has been gnawed in half, and wipe off the leftovers with his hands. Then he coughed, cleared his throat, and spoke slowly: "I remember that year in the battle of Jinmingzhai, the army was defeated and retreated. Uncle Xin and I were ordered to end the rear." He looked at Liu Kai, as if to wait After he confirmed it, he was willing to continue.Liu Kai just smiled, and the crowd urged him again, so Wang Ting continued happily, "I saw the three generals of the enemy leading hundreds of cavalry chasing after him. Uncle Xin sang 'Empty City Strategies', and he immediately ran away I rushed out from behind the hidden hillside. I guarded him tightly and sweated for him. I only heard him shout loudly, gangsters! Those who have the guts to stay and eat a "flower arrangement between the eyebrows" from me! After this drink, while he was watching in astonishment, Uncle Xin had swished two arrows, and shot them in succession, both of which hit the enemy general's face. The third hurriedly turned his mount to escape. Uncle Xin immediately caught up with another arrow Tell him to knock him off his horse. I pretended to greet the army behind me, and shouted to kill. In an instant, hundreds of enemy troops fled without a trace. The two of us rode back slowly, and brought a The 'five-flowered ji' horse, unfortunately, has a broken hoof and can't gallop. This battle was really heart-wrenching!"
His memory won everyone's applause, and some people chanted:
"The general's three arrows set the Tianshan Mountain..."
Many went on to chant:
"A strong man enters the Han Pass with a long song."
Then there was another round of "cheers", and even a little heat came out of Zhong Shidao's cold face.
"Nephew is always so brave," he raised his glass with everyone, "Uncle Yu borrowed flowers to present Buddha, and I want to drink this glass to celebrate." There seemed to be some reservations in his tone.
Regardless of the episode of the war or the start of peace negotiations, people cheered for it equally. Of course, these episodes are indeed attractive, and even touched the kind of teachers who are usually unwilling to praise others casually.But what is more important is that the banquet itself has developed to the height of joy at this time, and even without these stories, for any reason, one can cheer for it.Liu Qi seized the opportunity, drank the toast that Zhong Shidao poured for him, and announced unexpectedly:
"Liu Kai's slight service is not worthy of your lord's attention. You know..." He deliberately paused to attract everyone's attention. Military Jiedushi, this is the great news!"
This unexpected announcement shocked all the generals at once.Over the years, there have been only two people in this army who have won the title of Jiedushi.One is Liu Kai's father, Liu Zhongwu, and the other is the teacher in front of him.Over the past few days, the generals have secretly speculated about Liu Kai's mission here, and they had also anticipated the possibility of Zhong's promotion as a teacher.But it so happened that, in the midst of the feverish climax of the feast, the announcement of the happy news was made by the angel himself, much to their surprise.Everyone cheered loudly again, and the sound of "cheers" overflowed beyond the hall.
All the wine glasses rushed towards the way of the teacher, and the shadows of high-ranking officials and rich salaries floated in the waves of wine. The generals saw their own benefits from the promotion of the way of the teacher.A rising tide lifts all boats, and the promotion of a coach usually means the follow-up of his subordinates. Liu Kai deliberately stirred up the joyful mood of the public to fight against the sad face of the teacher. Let's see how he copes with this situation?
However, Zhongshi Dao, who has decades of experience in strategizing and decisively winning thousands of miles, is not easy to defeat.He calmly said what he had prepared beforehand:
"Wait a minute! It's not some kind of pleasure to sweep everyone away," his squeezed eye sockets suddenly widened, emitting a shining light, and he glanced at Liu Kai, who intends to challenge him, then pushed away the wine glass and said, " There is something different here. All the lords and my uncles and nephews know that I have a certain kind of bad army. In the past three years, I have entrusted the great fortune of the imperial court and relied on the talents of the generals. I have survived the fall. , is even more lacking in talent and strength, but in order to achieve peace and tranquility, once the shoulders are relieved, the Jin'ou and the whole army in the western frontier will be returned to the imperial court, and they will retire and return to their hometown. Not only did Chong not dare to think this way, but all the kings love Chong so much, and the contemporary Chong also insisted on this unreasonable reward from the imperial court. I would never dare to accept this glass of wine. Please be gentlemen and believers Uncle and nephew forgive me."
Liu Kai's toast forced Zhong Shidao to express his position on the official's edict.Although this speech is euphemistic, the meaning is obvious.Although he is the commander of an army, he is not a person who is greedy for meritorious service and causes trouble. This negative reaction is obviously a foreshadowing for the future military meeting, suggesting to the generals that he opposes this war. .Liu Qi saw his subtlety and immediately launched a counterattack.
"Uncle Shi's words are too modest and unreasonable. How dare you agree with me?" Liu Qi took advantage of his plan, and by promoting the meritorious deeds of cultivating teachers, he promoted the generals and immediately attracted the masses. Heart, won the support of the majority.He said, "If Uncle Shi commanded this army, he has been in the frontier for a long time, calmed the people in Jingbian, and shocked the Qiang Xia. It is more than just a 'peace and nothing'. Today, it will come to fruition. Generating electricity, cleaning up the dirt and cleaning up the smell, splitting the soil and dividing the grass are all things that are expected. The princes have been under the command for a long time, and they have made many achievements. In the future, they will go up to the next level and follow in the footsteps of the uncle. Liu Qi dares to wish. Officer. How can I refuse my family's favor? This glass of wine must be rewarded."
He answered Zhong Shidao's words in a tit-for-tat manner, but the words were high-sounding and hit the hearts of the generals.Only a few people in the scene could tell that the two of them had something to say, and each was hiding their wit.Most of the other generals clamored and shouted:
"Uncle Xin's words are justified. The coach has worked hard and made great achievements, and the official family rewards him, how can he refuse? The coach can't spare this glass of wine!"
Seeing that he was in isolation and it was impossible to push back, he raised his glass in the defensive posture of a strategist who is determined to win in a big battle and might as well retreat a step in a small contact at the outpost. :
"Since all the kings love you so much, and your uncles and nephews persuade you so earnestly, Chong can only receive this cup temporarily. As for the gift of Jieyue, it is really too much, so we have to discuss it again."
After that, thank you all, drink it up in one gulp, hold up the empty wine bosom, and look around at the four seats.
Liu Kai felt that in this round, he seized the opportunity and had won a small victory.
The banquet has entered a new stage.
After a short period of silence, Liu Yanqing, the economic planner of Huanqing Road, suddenly proposed unexpectedly:
"Today's banquet for angels, and wishing the coach a high promotion. It is reasonable to have a good time and get drunk. How can people swallow this little wine and mussels? In Liu's opinion, there are dancers and dancers here, and I will pass on a Come play and play, how about adding to the fun for everyone?"
Liu Yanqing was from a Fan family, he has been promoted to a general since his meritorious service, and he is only one rank lower than the Jiedu envoy.Not only has he become Han Chinese in life, but he has also become bureaucratic and aristocratic.Every time he has a banquet in his own home, silk and bamboo string music, singing and dancing, and drinking are indispensable. He doesn't understand why the banquets in the military always stick to the rules, making it as boring as eating in a large monastery, but this suggestion does not meet the requirements. The tradition of the Western Army was incompatible with the local atmosphere at that time, and it was even stupid.Like his usual speeches, the moment he finished speaking, he drew a sharp reaction:
"In the military headquarters, there are only golden gongs and drums giving orders. How can there be singing girls and maikos who drink wine?"
"That's right! If you want to have fun, you should bring a Jiyue at home."
"Be happy alone, which one is better to be happy with others?"
Who flew a few cold arrows, the last sentence is already a very obvious irony.Liu Yanqing still couldn't distinguish its smell, and his son Liu Guangshi, who was sitting by the side, although he could not read much, could hear the implication, showing resentment and dissatisfaction already.
"Uncle Xin is a person at the foot of the emperor, and he is used to listening to the fairy music from the sky," the teacher who set up the formation and fought decisively, but was extremely gentle and cautious in his words and deeds hurriedly intervened to buffer him, "There are some in the army. How can you get into his ears about rough music? Or invite some general to attend the sword dance, it will not lose my true colors."
"Tuan Shuai speaks wonderfully!"
The kindness of the teacher is deeply loved by the army, which is in obvious contrast with Liu Yanqing, so his proposal is also in contrast with Liu Yanqing's proposal, everyone applauds unanimously, and they all turn their eyes to the famous general Yang Keshi who is famous for fencing .Yang Keshi did his part, and was about to stand up and dance with his sword.Suddenly, a young and impatient voice jumped out of his seat, saying: "Wait a minute!" When everyone looked anxiously, the one who spoke was Yao Pingzhong, who was equally brave and forthright in words and actions as in marching and fighting.He charged Yang Keshi with a crime, and then proposed:
"It's been a long time since I heard that my uncle's shot is unparalleled, and I hate to see it. I just heard what Director Wang said, and I am even more fascinated. General Gao Shixuan who is here today also has the nickname 'Gao Yijian' in the army. Qiang The enemy was terrified when they heard about it. My younger brother boldly suggested that the two of them be invited to display their superb skills. Let's shoot each other to satisfy everyone's eyes. Do you think it is possible?"
If Liu Kai is not an old member of the Western Army, if there is no such enthusiastic reminiscence just now at the banquet, this presumptuous suggestion would really offend the angel greatly.But Yao Pingzhong's temper is that he is not restrained in what he thinks and says, not to mention that his suggestion is indeed lively, fresh, and very timely.When the wine is hot, everyone needs to be active and stimulated. After he mentioned it, everyone's interest was aroused.The question depends on the opinions of the two of them.
Gao Shixuan is Yang Keshi's general, and is currently recognized as the number one archer in the Western Army's general school.Many brave generals of the Western Xia Zhuqiang were killed by his arrow.He was even more famous among the enemy than among his own.This nickname given to him by the enemy is his great honor.Of course, he is very happy to offer his skills in front of the angels, the commander and the generals, but he is only limited to politeness, so he has to be humble:
"Angel jewels are in the front, and the last general has a little skill, how dare he show his shame here!"
His refusal was not resolute. After being urged by everyone, he looked at Liu Kai's face, turned around and said:
"If an angel has a good mood, he will be willing to accompany him in the end, but it pales in comparison, and everyone will laugh at him."
Liu Kai, who has to consider the consequences of all actions, is also willing to shoot arrows in his heart.He is confident in his skills and never loses one thing. A good shot will make everyone respect him more and enhance his position as a speaker in the future military conference.He knew that as a guest, he was immediately above the host, and it was easy to arouse resentment.He was careful to play it by ear between the two—to show off his skills and not to belittle Gao Shixuan.
"Liu Kai has been shooting bows and horses for a long time, and he hasn't played this tune for a long time." He hesitated for a while, and said with a smile. Just start studying!"
"Angel Arrow has been famous for a long time, how can you turn the words upside down!" Gao Shixuan said insincerely and politely, "Since this is the case, the young general will be the first to shoot."
When everyone saw the two, they were willing to compare arrows, booed together, and surrounded them to leave the banquet.
Gao Shixuan sang a rude promise, took off his robe first, and tied it up.His servant had brought him some bows and a set of arrows that he was used to.He chose a "passion bamboo horn bow" and several "big arrowheads".These are the sharp weapons he used to defeat the enemy on the battlefield, not the gadgets that the sons and daughters of Tokyo carry around for decoration.He took the bow and arrow, walked onto the platform, and looked for a suitable arrow stack.
In the banquet place, he didn't expect to arrange arrow stacks, so he looked around blindfolded. "It's okay to shoot out the two lanterns at the gate of the instrument," he thought to himself, "but it's too easy to show his skills and overwhelm the angels. What else..." He practiced himself in the dark. You can also see clearly, but others don't have this ability. If you shoot in the dark, it will be a waste of effort, so you have to look for it again.Suddenly, seeing a pair of water buckets outside the hall, he had an idea and shouted: "Yes!" He ordered the soldiers to carry the water buckets to the foot of the wall at the end of the corridor, and lit a torch on the spot to illuminate the dark corner. Tell people to watch him shoot.
"What's so good about such a big pair of buckets?" someone commented.
"Don't look at the bucket is big, but the distance is far away. Let me check with my eyes. I'm afraid it's about 200 steps. You can try it."
"Gao Yijian gave the order, it makes sense, please don't yell!"
"Don't yell, don't yell! Look at his arrow."
Here Gao Shixuan has already been polite and humble - how unnatural and awkward it is to him, suddenly showing a serious expression, as if he has found a main target on the battlefield, and he is keeping a close eye on it and aiming at it , ready to destroy it with one arrow.It's a long-standing habit of a shooter -- it's just who he is.He put on a posture, bent his arms, and pulled the empty string a few times, first to try his own arm strength, then put on the arrow, pulled the round bow, turned around and said to everyone:
"My arrow is going to hit the handle of the wooden barrel lid on the right. If I miss it, everyone will stop laughing."
Before he could say a word, he turned around abruptly, and with lightning speed, he changed hands with the bow and arrow, moved from his chest to his back, and shot an arrow with his backhand.When he was fighting, he often used this feint to deceive the enemy and confuse the enemy, so he won the victory with one arrow.The arrow hit the middle of the wooden handle, and the long white arrow feathers trembled a few times on the wooden handle.
"So fast, such a fast arrow!" Everyone was attracted by his fake movements, especially his speed, and they all praised him.
"Before I blink my eyelids, the arrow has already been shot. This is called miraculous skill."
"If this arrow is aimed at your elder brother's head, I'm afraid it will be inevitable." Someone jokingly said.
"If you don't want to, how can you call it 'high arrow'?"
Here Gao Shixuan hitched the second arrow, taking advantage of the opportunity to squint his eyes to see if the stem of the arrow was straight, he said inwardly, "You can't do nothing! This second arrow has to be surprisingly successful, so that it can surprise everyone and the angel admires it. In an instant, he had a new idea. He exchanged a flat-pointed chisel arrow from the arrow slot, and with full bow strength, he aimed at the thin edge of the barrel lid on the left.He only heard him shout: "Here!" The divine arrow was everywhere, the lid of the bucket was lifted off, and a puff of water vapor immediately filled the air.Amid the applause of everyone, Gao Shixuan laughed proudly and said:
"The young general is not talented, but this arrow is shot away, but it saves the engineers and soldiers from taking off the lid of the bucket when they are washing the bowls."
After saying that, he bowed and handed the bow and arrow in his hand to Liu Kai, saying:
"This bow, can the angel still make it after trying it? If it's not good enough, there are a few good bows out there for the angel to use."
Liu Kai received the bamboo horn bow from Gao Shixuan with a smile, and weighed it. It is indeed a first-rate bow, a hard bow, and there are also first-rate opponents here. — stream audience, this is self-evident.If he, Liu Qi, can't shoot with top-notch skills, how can he be born?After a moment's consideration, he had already made up his mind, and walked to the place where Gao Shixuan was originally standing and said:
"General Gao once again showed his miraculous skills, so wonderful that Liu Qi really couldn't be caught off guard."
He asked a servant for a belt, and tied up the wide sleeves of his robe. He neither took off the robe nor the smile on his face. He carried the bow, arrows, arrow stacks and The shooting positions all looked very trusting, aimed at the target, and shot an arrow, right in the belly of the bucket.He waved his hand and told the soldiers holding the torches to pull out the arrows they had shot from the bucket.
This arrow was unremarkable, and there was nothing outstanding about it. It seemed to be Liu Kai's test shot.For the first time trial, even the first-rate archers need to test shoot an arrow if they are not yet familiar with its performance and characteristics. This is understood by experts.But it was not easy for everyone to see the soldiers trying to pull out the arrow. It turned out that the arrow had pierced through the thick wooden board.After the arrowhead was pulled out, a rhomboid-shaped hole was cracked on the surface of the barrel, and steaming water flowed out of the hole continuously.
Unable to hide from the eyes of these generals who have fought on the battlefield for a long time, this ordinary arrow was shot very powerfully at a distance of two hundred paces.In the army, those who can shoot to 160 or 70 paces are considered good players, let alone penetrate the wood.
"What a strong bow!" Several people shouted at the same time.
Yao Pingzhong, who is famous as Yao's hard bow master, was also shocked.He thought: If he were to shoot this arrow, at least he must have a good posture and exert all his strength to shoot it so vigorously.Breaking through with one arrow, lifting weights as lightly as possible, is truly a well-deserved reputation.Gao Shixuan, who was so determined to win, had already admitted in his heart that Liu Kai was a formidable opponent, and he still didn't believe that he could surpass him. He thought, "Let's see how he shoots the second arrow?"
At this time, Liu Kai had mastered the performance and characteristics of this bow, and shouted "Stand away!" The second arrow had already slammed into the string and flew out.This arrow was like chasing the wind, swift as lightning, just like a silk thread passing through the eye of a needle. The water that comes out is blocked.
Outside the front hall, there was a burst of thunderous applause and colorful sounds in an instant.When the soldiers brought back the bucket with arrows, people passed on the view to each other and became more and more amazed.
"Two arrows are inserted into the flower between the eyebrows," Zhong Shizhong, as if representing all the soldiers, delivered a congratulatory speech politely, "One arrow smothers the hole of the bucket. I believe in uncle's shooting, and it will be recorded in the annals of history and passed down through the ages."
At this time, everyone was still crowded on the platform in a chaotic manner. Gao Shixuan lost his emotions for a moment, pulled Liu Kai's sleeve, and revealed the secret he had revealed to others for the first time in his life.
"The young general only admires one person in his life when it comes to bows and arrows," he said with a blushing face, like a child who has done something wrong. "Ten years ago, one day when he went out to patrol alone, he was surrounded by a group of Qiang cavalry. The leading Qiang general set aside People and horses surrounded the young general, but they did not draw their bows, and let the young general shoot first. The young general panicked, and he dodged two arrows in a row. He just shot back and smashed the young general's hand Holding the shielded bow. At this time, the young general only had a single sword left, and was about to charge out with his life. Unexpectedly, he waved his hand and asked his troops to retreat. He even made a gesture and smiled and asked the young general to go back. The young general felt ashamed again, I admire him again, I only hate that I didn’t ask his name in a hurry, but I just brought his arrow back as a souvenir. I will look carefully on the battlefield in the future, and I want to find a chance to repay his favor, but I didn’t I have seen him again, and I will never meet such an opponent again. I don’t want to see an angel’s sharp shot again today. I can’t help but make the young general heartbroken again.”
Gao Shixuan's simple confession is a heartfelt compliment to Liu Kai.It was the first time for everyone to hear him talk about this matter, and they couldn't help being amazed.Liu Kai understood Gao Shixuan's meaning, deeply appreciated his affection, and humbly said repeatedly:
"I'm ashamed, I'm ashamed! My little brother just shot it skillfully, how can it compare to my brother's real talent and learning? From now on, I need to ask my brother for advice." After saying that, they took his arm tightly and went back to the hall together.
It was past midnight when the party ended in a joyous climax.Only then did Zhong Shidao agree that some senior generals would come to the military headquarters for a meeting tomorrow morning, saying that they wanted to discuss important matters.
The time to see the outcome is coming.Although Liu Kai, who is very confident and always at his normal pace, also felt the tension and excitement on the eve of the decisive battle, he tossed and turned in the middle of the night, making it difficult to sleep.
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