How bold are people, how large is the land.

As long as the hoe is swung well, there's no corner of the wall that can't be dug down.

Don't even say it, don't even say it; Tang Shengyan was completely stunned after hearing Tang Fei's invitation.

Who am I?

Leader of the Flame-Bathed Legion.

Where am I?

Brocade City battlefield.

What is my duty?

To protect the territory and strike against the bandits.

What's this guy doing? He's actually persuading me to surrender, wanting me to betray and join him as the new Flame-Bathed Legion commander?

Tang Shengyan was somewhat angry, and he reprimanded sternly: "Young man, what do you take me for?"

A soldier has his own integrity; one can lose, can die, but must not surrender.

He is not the same as Shen Qingping and those people; Shen Qingping is still young, has ambition, and a future.

He is already a retired elder; if he defects to Tang Fei's camp at this time... then his reputation would truly be ruined, unable to preserve his last shred of honor.

Moreover, if he surrenders, what about his relatives and family? What about the old friends and direct subordinates he's cultivated in the army for decades?

Could Shen Wuxiang just watch him defect doing nothing?

Family would be in danger, and the direct subordinates would certainly be purged.

"Old General, I regard you as my benefactor, so I dare to make such an invitation." Tang Fei looked sincerely at Tang Shengyan and then said: "I know that if it wasn't for you holding back back then, I would have already died under 'Thousand Layers Mountain'..."

Thousand Layers Mountain, layers upon layers.

A punch for each layer, a mountain of thousand layers per punch.

When Tang Fei was the Director of the Monitoring Bureau, he detained Jian Yi Qin and killed Qin Jianyi's squad vice-captain, equivalent to throwing mud on Tang Shengyan...

Tang Shengyan came to his door, saying if Tang Fei could take a punch from him, the matter would be past, bygones be bygones.

Tang Fei agreed.

Thus, he was punched half to death by Tang Shengyan.

Only half to death.

With Tang Shengyan's Grandmaster Realm ability, if he truly intended to kill and did not hold back, he could have taken his life.

Tang Shengyan looked surprised at Tang Fei and asked: "You know about this?"

At that time, the situation was complex, and foes and friends were indistinguishable.

That's why Tang Shengyan never boasted about it, nor did he take credit from Tang Fei, the involved party... unexpectedly, this boy is meticulous to the hair, seeing everything clearly.

Tang Fei laughed and said: "Back then, there were countless people wanting to kill me, I thought many people must have greeted you?"

Tang Shengyan did not deny it and said: "There were those advocating for me to kill you, and also those asking me to let you go..."

"But, this kindness I have always remembered." Tang Fei said: "I admire the old general's integrity and your command in warfare... That's why I think only you are suitable to be the commander of this reorganized Flame-Bathed Legion."

Tang Shengyan still refused and said solemnly: "I appreciate your regard, but you should find another capable figure for the commander of this Flame-Bathed Legion. A defeated general, where is the qualification to take such a prominent position again?"

"Old General, you are an old hand with the Flame-Bathed Legion, full of affection for it. Moreover, I heard the old man... Lu Yu mentioned my father once served under your command... was your subordinate."

"The Flame-Bathed Legion is the Empire's ace force, bearing the expectations and efforts of countless soldiers. You also wouldn't want the Flame-Bathed Legion's title to be revoked and its banner destroyed, would you?"

Hmm, this word carries a bit of coercion.

Much like the 'You also wouldn't want' series of films beloved by readers, "General, you also wouldn't want the entire Flame-Bathed Legion to be annihilated, right?"

Tang Fei really wants Tang Shengyan to join his camp, because it would be a multi-pronged win.

It could be said to have earned massively.

In this battle, the Flame-Bathed Legion is scattered, after the end, it will definitely be reorganized.

Using the original Flame-Bathed Legion as the base, drawing elite soldiers and officers from the Dushan Army, Sky Wolf Army and Beihai Fleet for filling, supplementing the gaps.

If Tang Shengyan can be invited to be the commander of the Flame-Bathed Legion, then the Flame-Bathed Legion can still maintain its original completeness and combat power, and can re-enter the battlefield as soon as possible.

With the old strategist leading, who would dare defy?

Moreover, with Tang Shengyan's prestige and his position in the Imperial Army's system, even he defects to the bandits... no, embraces the Righteous Army, it would bring significant impact and pressure to Shen Wuxiang Army's system.

Allowing them to unwittingly wonder, are we incapable?

Furthermore, Tang Shengyan, a lifetime on horseback for decades, has countless friends and acquaintances in the army, and masses of direct subordinates... Once he calls out, wouldn't respondent gather like clouds?

Even if not openly defecting, he can certainly backstab at critical moments.

Shen Wuxiang, hugely suspicious by nature, would then feel surrounded by threats.

Who is loyal? Who is an undercover? Who is reliable?

This is a problem.

"..."

Tang Shengyan.

What kind of cards are these?

Already knew this kid is ruthless and malicious, now seems to still underestimate his thick-skinned nature.

Just earlier, professing humility and sincerity in admiring my character and military command ability, and remembering my life-saving grace, now immediately starting intimidation and temptation?

Are you a devil?

"Old General, can you reconsider?" Tang Fei observed Tang Shengyan's silence with a smile and said.

Tang Shengyan's expression was serious, looking at Tang Fei and said: "I truly can't take on the role of Flame-Bathed Legion commander. However, I can recommend someone for you... someone more suitable than I."

"Oh? Who is it?"

"Kong Yinghan."

"Who is he?"

"Deputy Commander of Flame-Bathed Legion."

Tang Fei immediately smiled broadly and expressed his gratitude, speaking: "Thank you, Old General, I will never forget your great kindness."

Tang Fei understood Tang Shengyan's meaning; he cannot be the commander himself but can recommend a 'trusted person' for the position.

This way, every aspect is accounted for.

He 'joined' on Tang Fei's side, and rendered Shen Wuxiang's side speechless.

Kong Yinghan betrays, what does it have to do with me, Tang Shenghan?

Moreover, Tang Shengyan's relationship is Kong Yinghan's relationship.

Everything Tang Shengyan can do, Kong Yinghan can achieve through him...

Kong Yinghan is simply the puppet pushed to the front by Tang Shengyan.

Originally intending to make an exorbitant demand, he truly hoped to invite Tang Shengyan to be the commander?

Such a result is totally acceptable to Tang Fei.

Even exceeding expectations.

"..."

Here it comes again.

"I can also promise the old General that when our warriors enter the city, not a needle or thread will be taken from the people."

"Moreover, all Flame-Bathed Legion soldiers, including brothers from other units... as long as they are willing, they can join the Bath Fire New Army. Those unwilling can also leave freely, provided nothing is removed."

"No problem." Tang Shengyan nodded in agreement.

He reached out his hands, speaking: "Fine, from now, I am your prisoner."

"People come." Tang Fei shouted loudly: "Tie up Tang Shengyan for me."

"..."

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Shen Wuxiang threw the cup again.

The entire set of teacups on the table was smashed.

He even wondered if the Feng Shui of the Shen Family's ancestral tomb is bad? Otherwise, how could they lose battle after battle?

Dushan Barrier was lost, Feng City was lost, Red Moon City was lost, Liyu Port was lost, Beihai Fleet was lost...

Now even the central city Brocade City fell.

This means the area occupied by Tang Fei has completely connected, possessing the entire northern domain of the Empire.

Previously, he could say Tang Fei was making small trouble, was 'bandits', was 'guerrilla force'...

Now, he truly stepped to the front, with territory and military power to rival his own.

This is hard for him to accept.

Why?

Such a boy without a single hair grown...

Just then, the confidential secretary cautiously walked in and said: "Military Minister, Mo Qingfeng has urgent matters to report to you face to face."

"Let him in."

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