CHAPTER 461: CHAPTER 461: SEIZING MILITARY POWER

The scout who came from Yan State was anxious, but he knew the importance of the matter, so he didn’t rush.

He could only wait, wait for Shi Daquan to think it through and then take the next step.

After the scout left, in the military tent, there were only Shi Daquan and the vice generals of the Liangzhou Army.

Everyone was not surprised by the Yan State Army wanting to surrender to the Northwest Army in Ganzhou.

However, the idea proposed by Vice General Sha made them reluctant to refuse.

"Thirty thousand people, though not very capable, would be a significant addition if used to fill the gaps. What do you all think?"

Shi Daquan spoke directly.

The confrontation between the Anzhou Army and the Northwest Army was known to them.

Therefore, the Qingzhou Army and the Sui State Army were actively supporting the Anzhou Army for fear of sharing the same fate.

For the time being, they could hold out for a while.

Originally, the Liangzhou Army planned to sweep the rear.

But now, if they could first deal with the Yan State Army and then participate, it would be a good thing.

However, he was uncertain about Vice General Sha’s sincerity in surrendering.

So he was still hesitating.

But a vice general’s words reminded him.

"General, time is not on our side. If Qingzhou, Anzhou, and Sui Province cannot hold back the Northwest Army’s cavalry, then once they’re done, the next to be wiped out will be our Liangzhou Army."

Yes, opportunities in war are fleeting.

There is no room for delay.

Thinking of this, Shi Daquan hesitated no more and immediately ordered.

"Since Yan State wants to revolt, we’ll strike at their base. Isn’t he heading to Ganzhou? I’ll show him the right way!"

"Go and tell that scout that I’m aware of Vice General Sha and others’ determination to surrender. In three days, we’ll coordinate inside and out and send Yan Yun and his son to reunite underground."

"Understood!"

The scout hadn’t stayed long when he received a definitive answer.

Surprised, he quickly got up and rushed back.

Soon, the scout disappeared into the night.

Everything was changing dramatically in the dark.

What he didn’t notice was that not far behind, Shi Daquan had already led an elite team to follow.

In the blink of an eye, three days passed.

Yan Yun and his son had yet to receive a reply from Ganzhou, and they felt coldness in their sleep.

Yan Erlang was an incapable fool.

Thus, Shi Daquan didn’t bother speaking to him and simply ended his life with a single stab.

Poor lad, his dreams of being an Imperial Uncle hadn’t finished when he met King Yan.

Meanwhile, in the main general’s tent.

When Yan Yun realized there were several people standing before him, a knife was already at his neck.

He knew his end was near, and he broke into a cold sweat.

He opened his mouth to call for help.

Unfortunately, pain came from his neck.

He couldn’t help but take a sharp breath.

"Who is it!"

"Afraid of dying?"

Yan Yun took advantage of the night to take a closer look, but upon recognizing who it was, his expression worsened.

"It’s you, Shi Daquan!"

"Heh, long time no see, Old Yan."

The man still smiled as warmly as before, but his eyes were filled with killing intent, not joy.

"How did you get here? Who let you in!"

The moment he finished speaking, he realized.

Who else?

It must be the resentful Vice General Sha.

Sure enough, before he could ask further, a figure stepped out from the shadows.

When he saw him, Yan Yun was speechless.

After a moment of silence, he asked.

"What about Erlang?"

"I killed him."

"You!"

Even though he was mentally prepared, hearing about his son’s death left him heartbroken.

His neck moved slightly, and the sharp knife reminded him of the sting again.

But the pain on his skin couldn’t compare to the pain in his heart.

Though Yan Erlang was incompetent, he was still his son, whom he had raised for many years.

Now that he was dead, how could a father not be grieved?

But crying was useless.

At this moment, he was already at the mercy of others and could only endure the pain in his heart.

He said to Shi Daquan and Vice General Sha.

"Killing me won’t get you the Yan State Army’s seal. They won’t follow your orders."

Sadly, these words were of no use to the two men.

They never intended to seize the military seal anyway.

After hearing this, Shi Daquan couldn’t help but sneer and then leaned in to whisper in Yan Yun’s ear.

"Yan State Army three thousand, our Liangzhou Army eight thousand. If it really comes to a fight, which do you think is stronger, your Yan State Army or our Liangzhou Army?"

Yan Yun’s eyes widened.

"Weren’t you planning to forcibly seize military command?"

"With your small numbers, what can you do? With the Yan State Army’s capability, you’d only be cannon fodder at best."

Though brutally honest, hearing this as the commander of the Yan State Army, Yan Yun felt quite embarrassed and angry.

But he couldn’t refute it.

Because it was true.

The Yan State is remote and rarely has the opportunity to join battles.

Most of the time, it is the soldiers from Qingzhou, Liangzhou, and Ganzhou who lead the charge.

So, after years, in terms of ability, the Yan State Army naturally cannot compare to the larger and more capable Liangzhou Army.

Perhaps realizing this as well, Yan Yun stopped struggling.

Mainly because struggling was useless.

Will the butcher spare the pig or cow because of its struggle?

Impossible.

"What do you want then?"

Yan Yun couldn’t help but ask, but Shi Daquan was no longer interested in speaking.

He looked at him and gently said, "Safe travels."

Then swiftly slit his throat.

The last impression of the world for Yan Yun was the regret in Vice General Sha’s eyes and Shi Daquan’s determination.

At this moment, a trace of regret passed through his mind.

Had he known, it would’ve been better to let Erlang finish off Vice General Sha earlier.

Spares oneself from such an end.

But what this world lacks most is a cure for regret.

However, he could have a bowl of Meng Po Soup.

With the father and son dealt with, the Yan State Army was like a dragon without a head.

The only one capable of taking command could only be Vice General Sha.

Compared to Yan Yun and his son, Shi Daquan actually admired Vice General Sha more.

Although older, he was full of vigor.

And he clearly understood the current situation.

He had no grand ambitions to expand territories either.

Guarding this land and its people was already satisfactory.

This was a good thing.

So the two pledged with a clap of hands.

"Six States in the Northwest, now Ganzhou is causing chaos, if our five unite, we could hold it until April, then once the Imperial Armor Army arrives, the turmoil will be settled!"

"General Shi is right! But within the Yan State Army, there are still some loyalists to Yan Yun and his son, I’m afraid it would be best to handle them as well."

Hearing this, Shi Daquan just smiled.

Then replied.

"That’s a domestic affair of the Yan State Army. I’m confident that Vice General Sha can handle them with ease!"

Vice General Sha also commands many men, though like others, he is a vice general.