Chapter 6 Punishment

  "Commander Wang, our squad has no more than fifty-one men including the squad leader. When did we get an extra person?"

  Ma Yuan said with a smile that was not quite a smile, "It's actually about this problem. You see, during this period of time, wars and battles were frequent, and the military organization had undergone many changes."

  This is clearly nitpicking, yet it's also reasonable. Just as Liu Yanzhao was thinking of withdrawing, he saw Ma Yuan wave his hand at the person beside him, "Ma Jian, go and add a follower for me. I'm sure Vice General Wang won't have any objections, right?"

  "The number of people on both sides is roughly equal, and those below dare not speak out."

  Although he said so, Wang Gui couldn't help but take a few more glances at Liu Yanzhao. This horse gradually revealed its aura and movements to be quite strong, it should be an expert caught by the Ma family's web.

  In this way, he couldn't even guess who would win or lose in this competition.

  "Let me go and fight, don't hold back!"

  Turning his head, Liu Yanzhao gave a low command. Clearly provocative in front of him, if so, then use fists to speak, let alone between the military and wanting to make the other party submit, they have to knock down their arrogant momentum.

  Of course, he also has his own mind. If possible, he would be very willing to make friends with this self-righteous observer.

  "Yes!"

  After receiving the order, Zhang Yun and others let out a low growl. These men had followed Liu Jiye to kill enemies and had seen blood, so they naturally sensed the opponent's contemptuous intention. How could they swallow this humiliation? They were all furious in their hearts, and the fire of anger had been ignited, waiting only for the order to be given before pouncing on their opponents.

  The point was on the stage, Ma Yuan no longer made a sound. The school lieutenant took a few steps forward after Wang Gui's nod and shouted loudly, "The trial begins!"

  Both sides were holding back their strength, and as soon as the order was given, they rushed towards their respective opponents, immediately engaging in a fierce fight. Meanwhile, Liu Yanzhao stood still, unmoving, just like Ma Yuan's follower, Ma Jian.

  Suddenly, the two of them began to rush towards each other quickly. At this moment, Liu Yanzhao didn't have much confidence in his heart either. Since this person was Ma Yuan's personal attendant, he should be quite skilled, but he didn't know if he could use those familiar moves that had been ingrained in his mind.

  But now there is no way out, everything will be left to fate!

  Soon, Liu Yanzhao engaged in a fight with Ma Jian. Fortunately, he could still use various moves subconsciously, but since his opponent was too ruthless, for the time being, he only had to defend himself.

  Taking a glance around, Zhang Yun and others had already gained the upper hand, while Qi Lang had knocked down two or three people. As the commander-in-chief, Liu Yanzhao understood that he had to achieve some results, otherwise not only would morale plummet, but it would also be difficult to convince the crowd in the future.

  On the other hand, Ma Jian's eyes were also increasingly anxious. He was originally a top-notch master, but now he was being entangled by this unknown little soldier, and his anger naturally burst out uncontrollably.

  "What a great opportunity!"

  A glint of light flashed in his eyes, and he caught a flaw. Ma Jian was overjoyed, and immediately jumped up, punching Liu Yanzhao's face with his right fist.

  This blow will take half your life!

  Just as Ma was secretly rejoicing, the situation suddenly changed. Liu Yanzhao lowered his head and dodged his attack.

  Then a hand stretched out, grabbed his right arm, and quickly rotated several times. Under the crisp sound of bone cracking, Ma Jian only felt intense pain piercing his heart.

  Bang!

  His sturdy body was knocked to the ground, his nightmare had not ended yet. A black shadow flashed before his eyes, and then he felt as if his back had been hit by a thousand pounds, finally, he let out a painful cry and fainted.

  With a clap of his hands, Liu Yanzhao jumped up from Majun's body, and at this time, the other battles were almost over. The situation on the field was overwhelmingly bad, and Jianxiong Army had only a few people who could stand upright.

  "Vice General Wang, what is the meaning of this? Your Liu family army is just engaging in ordinary sparring, yet you've resorted to such ruthless tactics. Don't you owe me an explanation?"

  The ending came so quickly, and it was such a big difference. Ma Yuan suddenly became angry and scolded Wang Gui loudly. But Wang Gui was very satisfied with the result in his heart, but he didn't dare to show it. After all, the other party's official position was above him, and if he made trouble because of this, he would get into a headache.

  So he could only ask for punishment, but Ma Yuan couldn't swallow this tone. Although he was repeatedly reminded to be calm and composed on this trip, how could the arrogance and domineering attitude that had been cultivated over a long period of time change easily?

  At this time, Ma Yuan angrily pointed at Liu Yanzhao and others, ordering Wang Gui to take them down. Seeing the latter not moving, he again ordered the people of Jianying Army to come forward and capture them.

  Just now in the fight, Jian Xiong's army was shamed, and when they heard Ma Yuan's order, they all wanted to rush forward, but how could the tens of thousands of Dai state soldiers on the training ground allow them to do so?

  In an instant, the school field was boiling, and Ma Yuanben came to the camp to meet Liu Jiye, thinking that nothing would happen, so the 30,000-strong Jianxiong Army only brought 5,000 with them, just as a show of splendor.

  At this moment, seeing the conflict about to break out, he immediately turned his head and shouted in a low voice, "He Feng, bring the remaining troops from outside the city for me. Also, send someone to urgently report to the imperial court that the soldiers of Dai Prefecture are arrogant and unscrupulous, daring to rebel against their superiors!"

  "Adults can't handle it!"

  When he heard this, Wang Gui was somewhat flustered. Although Liu Jiye had been recognized by the imperial court and granted a national surname by the previous emperor, General Liu was not good at fawning on officials. If today's events were to be spread around, it was very likely that they would be used as a pretext for persecution.

  But now Ma Yuan would not listen to Wang Gui's request, and with a flick of his sleeve, he was about to withdraw from the camp under the escort of his entourage.

  In the crowd, Liu Yanzhao took advantage of the earlier chaos to snatch a Jianxiong army sword and stared at Ma Yuan, his hand trembling slightly.

  Killing him would be the first step in forcing the Liu family to rebel!

  The idea that flashed in his mind became clearer and clearer, and his heart began to beat faster as he calculated Ma Yuan's route out of the camp. A perfect assassination plan was quickly formed.

  The Liu family was famous for their marksmanship, and Liu Yanzhao's arm strength was also extremely outstanding. Taking advantage of the chaos, he threw out the knife in his hand, relying on the judgment cultivated by playing competitive games, he had an 80% chance of killing Ma Yuan.

  "Stop!"

  Just then, a low and powerful rebuking voice sounded, but it was Liu Jiye who had been hiding behind the scenes all along.

  At this moment, the Dai state soldiers on the school field retreated to one side, and the Jianxiong army saw Liu Jiye appear, and they did not dare to continue making trouble, stopped their hands, and waited for Ma Yuan's command.

  "Lord Liu, you've finally shown up! I thought your humble servant wasn't worthy of an audience with the great Lord Liu!"

  Upon seeing Liu Jiye, Ma Yuan immediately spoke in a cold tone, venting his discontent. He pointed at the injured soldiers of Jianxiong Army and said, "Liu sir, is this the loyal and brave army that has been repeatedly praised by the imperial court? With such lawlessness and harm inflicted on comrades, I'd like to see how you explain this to His Majesty!"

  Ma Yuan finished speaking without a word, and Liu Jiye scanned the school grounds with cold eyes. Only then did he respond, "The observing envoy is serious, General will give you an explanation."

  "Bring in Liu Yanzhao and others, give them fifty strokes of the cane, and add two hours of training to those who participated in the gathering from other camps!"

  Liu Jiye's first order shocked the generals of Dai State, and Wang Gui wanted to come forward to persuade him, but was stopped by Liu Jiye with a wave of his hand. His tone left no room for doubt: "Deputy General Wang, why haven't you carried out the order yet?"

  After hearing Liu Jiye's order, Ma Yuan's anger in his heart was alleviated a lot, but after a moment, he felt stuffy again.

  "Anyone present in Jian Xiong's army will be docked half a month's military pay, and everyone must return to the camp before sunset, no exceptions!"

  This is to seize the soldiers and horses in his hands. Ma Yuan's heart suddenly accumulated a breath of air that was hard to expel. He pointed at Liu Jiye, "Liu sir, what are you doing? You even punished Jianxiong Army! They are the elite troops of the imperial court, what qualifications do you have to deduct half a month's military pay!"

  "This will be the imperial seal of the emperor's own making, the commander-in-chief of the state of Zhendai, and the observation envoy. How could you have forgotten, sir? It seems that the journey is long and arduous, so Vice General Wang, please arrange for the observation envoy to rest well."

  Liu Jiye's expression didn't change in response to Ma Yuan's angry look; he simply dropped the sentence and turned to leave.

  "No need, General Liu's intention has been understood by this official, let's go!"

  In a huff, Ma Yuan stormed off with his entourage. Staying any longer would have been pointless anyway. Liu Jiye had struck at the very heart of the matter in just a few short sentences.

  Jian Xiong's army was taken away, and in Dai State City, Ma Yuan had no way to counterattack!

  "General, won't this be a bit..."

  After Ma Yuan left, Wang Gui walked up to Liu Jiye's side and asked with some worry.

  "Are you worried about Ma Yuan or Liu Lang?"

  When Liu Jiye spoke, he saw through his mind. Wang Gui couldn't help but nod, "General, you are wise. This Ma Yuan is the son of Shangshu Zuo Puyi Ma Feng, and the one who provoked trouble in the court against General is led by Ma Feng, so I have some worries in my heart."

  *sigh*...

  Wang Gui's words made Liu Jiyei sigh deeply. The Song Dynasty army was approaching, but the court was still full of intrigue and infighting, without any awareness that when the skin is gone, where can the hair attach itself?

  How can this not make the brave warriors who are fighting and killing enemies feel a chill in their hearts!

  "Eat the king's salary and be loyal to the king's affairs, you and I will do our own duties well. As for what is right or wrong, it will be decided by His Majesty."

  As he spoke, Liu Jiye continued walking towards his house, but after a few steps, he stopped and turned around, "Go take a look at Liu Lang and the others, bring some wound medicine."