Chapter 9: Han Xin’s birth

The ancient city of Huaiyin.

As an important town on the Huaihe River, Huaiyin not only established a city very early, but also set up heavy troops to guard each generation. After Xiang Liang captured Huaiyin, he and another nearby town, Huai'an, sent 3,000 troops to guard it, attach great importance to it.

It was snowing heavily, and the green city walls looked completely different from a distance, and they were snow-white.

At this time, at the gate of Huaiyin North City, more than ten Chu troops were paying whistle in the snow and ice to check whether there were evil people or enemy spies among the passing people.

Suddenly, six or seven light horsemen ran from afar: the knights on the horse were all dressed in luxury, with snow-colored cloaks on their backs and long swords beside their waists, which was obviously not an ordinary person.

"What are you doing? Stop the horse!" A Chu army commander saw several cavalry running, and hurriedly stopped him.

Several knights shouted loudly, and the horses neighed one after another, and stopped at the city gate. At this moment, a middle-aged man in his forties bowed to the Chu army soldiers and said, "Mr. Jun. We are all from Qi. We come to Huaiyin from the north to visit relatives, hoping to make it easier!"

"Is that true?" The commander of the Chu army looked at the people dressed in extraordinary clothes and wanted to quarrel: "But I think you are clearly like spies of the Qin army!" The middle-aged man smiled and said, "June, the Qin army is far away from here, and there are many cities. Where will spies come here!"

The commander of the Chu army was a little angry and embarrassed and said, "It's either the Qin army or the other princes. In short, I don't think you look like a good person!" The middle-aged man smiled and said, "I understand, understand! Jun Ye, you see some things here, which can prove that I'm not a bad person!" As he said that, he stretched out a hand from his sleeve and slapped it heavily into the hands of the commander of the Chu army.

The head of the Chu army felt a heavy palm, and then a golden light flashed in front of him, and he knew it was a piece of gold. He quickly put it into his arms and felt satisfied. He changed his face very quickly and quickly smiled and said, "Yes, yes. I think I'm not a bad guy, come, let go, let go!" The middle-aged man bowed to the head of the Chu army and rode his horse into the city.

After entering the city, a servant behind the middle-aged man spat hard on the ground and cursed softly: "Bastard!" The middle-aged man smiled and said, "Don't worry, it's difficult for the little devil to deal with it. This has been the case since ancient times! Go do serious business!" "Yes, master!" Several servants responded.

As he was talking, an old man in his sixties or seventies came to the horse. He was trembling with a crutch and didn't know where to go. The middle-aged man quickly jumped off the horse and bowed to the old man and said, "Please stay, please stay here, please have something to invite me!"

Seeing that the middle-aged man was so humble, the old man hurriedly replied, "Oh, you're welcome! You are a guest from afar, just say something if you have something to do!" The middle-aged man said respectfully: "Old man, I want to ask: There is an old woman named Piaomu in the city who brings a young man named Han Xin, where do you live?"

The old man laughed and said, "I know, I know! You have been walking northwards near the City God's Pure Temple in the center of the city. Looking east, there is a small courtyard with blue bricks and red tiles, and they live there. The floating mother is a good person and often helps the poor in the city. Everyone in the city knows her!" The middle-aged man said happily: "Thank you, I have something important to do, so I will say goodbye!"

The middle-aged man was overjoyed and bid farewell to the old man, so he drove his horse straight to the city. Fortunately, it was snowy now, there were not many pedestrians, and Huaiyin was just a county town, not big. In just a while, everyone came to the vicinity of the City God Temple.

"Master, look, that courtyard is there!" A sharp-eyed servant saw the courtyard where Piaomu and Han Xin lived. "Hurry up, knock on the door!" The middle-aged man was overjoyed, quickly dismounted and rushed forward.

A quick-eyed servant took a few steps and knocked on the gate of the courtyard before the middle-aged man. The sound of knocking the door of the door was very loud in the quiet snowy day. Soon, a woman's voice came from the courtyard: "Who? Wait a moment and come!"

Soon, with a "creak", an old lady in her sixties and kind-looking face appeared at the opening of the courtyard gate. Although she was a little old, her body was very good, her waist was not bent, her legs were not lame, her eyes were not drooping, her ears were not blurred, and her face was very rosy. "Are you..." The mother of Piao looked very confused, and faced with the gorgeously dressed guests in front of the door with a look of uneasiness.

The middle-aged man smiled and said to Piao's mother, "Old man, do you still remember me?? Twelve years ago, I accompanied my young master to Huaiyin and entrusted the young Han Xin to you to take care of. My name is Wuxin, and I am the guard of the young master!" Piao's mother looked at Wuxin carefully, suddenly thought about it, and immediately said happily: "I remember it, I remember it, you see, I am so dizzy, I didn't recognize you just now!"

Wuxin smiled and said, "Haha, it's okay, aunt, after all, it's been more than ten years! By the way, let's go in and talk, it's very cold outside!" The mother of piao quickly apologized, "Oh, please come in, please come in, look at me, old woman, it's really not necessary to let guests fall snow outside!" She hurriedly let Wuxin and others into the yard.

A diligent guard helped the mother close the gate of the yard. Wuxin took the mother's arm and walked into the yard. He smiled as he walked: "For so many years, Han Xin has been taking care of you, how are he okay?" The mother of Piao hurriedly said: "Okay, okay, I have become a strong guy. Not only is I a head taller than the old woman, but I am also very diligent in studying and literacy all day long!"

"Is Han Xin at home now?" Wu Xin couldn't wait.

"Hey, I'm studying in the backyard, I'll call him! Tell him that his benefactor is here!" Piao's mother was also very happy.

"Okay, thank you old man!"

"Han Xin! Han Xin! Come out quickly and see who is here!" The mother of Piao came to the door of the backyard and called inward.

"Mother, who is here? I am so happy for you!" As soon as I finished speaking, a tall and tough young man walked out of the door of the house, smiling. Although his eyebrows could vaguely see his youthful appearance, he is now fully grown up. He is full of spirits, confident and unrestrained, and looks like a young talent!

"Han Xin, do you still recognize me?" Wuxin was also very happy to look at Han Xin who had grown up.

Han Xin looked at Wuxin in confusion, suddenly thought about it, his face suddenly showed ecstasy, and he hurriedly bowed and said, "Remember, remember, you are the subordinate of your benefactor. Han Xin is polite here! By the way, is your benefactor here?"

Wuxin smiled and said, "My name is Wuxin. I am the guard of the young master. The young master has important things and cannot get out of here, so I have to let me come and summon you on his behalf!" As he said that, Wuxin took out half of the jade pendant and said seriously, "Are you still willing to keep your promise and obey the young master's call?"

Han Xin showed a hint of disappointment on his face, but respectfully took the jade pendant and said, "My benefactor has recreated kindness to Han Xin. Han Xin has been unforgettable since childhood. As long as the benefactor summons him, Han Xin is willing to go through fire and water without hesitation! But today I was unable to see my benefactor, which made Han Xin unable to thank his benefactor personally. It is a bit regretful! Oh, sir, please come in!" Han Xin asked Wuxin and others to sit in the room, and the mother of the piao hurriedly presented hot tea to Wuxin and others.

As soon as Wuxin took a sip of tea, Han Xin couldn't wait to say, "Sir, benefactor summoning Han Xin, don't know what important things to give?" Wuxin put down the teacup without hesitation and answered the question irrelevantly: "I wonder what you think about the current situation in the world?"

Han Xin was stunned for a moment, knowing that Wuxin was comparing what he had learned over the years, and said confidently: "At present, the world is in chaos, Qin lost its deer, and the world is chasing it! The strongest of the people are the new Qin Emperor Fusu, who just became emperor. He holds the land of Jiangnan, the grain of Bashu, Sanchuan, and Nanyang, and has 500,000 elite Qin troops, and Meng Tian’s 300,000 troops, and the momentum is unparalleled! In addition, although Qin Emperor Hu Hai lost the main force of his south and northern borders, he still holds the Guanzhong, Hanzhong, Longxi and other places, and his powerful troops still have hundreds of thousands of wars.

The so-called: The centipede insect will die without being stiff, and you should not be underestimated! Further down there is Xiang Liang's troops who had just defeated the Chu army in Guangling. Now he is wielding the power of great victory. Yun Cong, and he has just established the grandson of King Huai of Chu as the King of Chu. He uses his name to make the land of Chu even more powerful. He is currently sending Long Qi to lead a large army to attack Jing Ju. If Han Xin does not expect it, Jing Ju's collapse will be a matter of the moment. At that time, Xiang Liang's strength will inevitably increase and he will have the power to compete for the world. And according to Han Xin's view, other princes have not yet shown their strength to compete for the world, and they are not worth worrying about!"

Wu Xin praised in his heart and smiled: "Then do you think the strongest three-party force at present, who can win and eventually sweep the world?"

Han Xin said proudly: "The biggest winner at the moment is the new Qin emperor Fusu, but his opponent is Hu Hai, Xiang Liang and all the relevant Eastern princes. They have too many enemies. Although they are strong, if the forces of the various sides attack, the outcome is still unknown. In other words, Hu Hai and Xiang Liang still have great opportunities at present. After all, their surrounding environment is better than Fusu. However, as long as someone helps, no matter whether they help, the strength judgment mentioned above will be rewritten. Han Xin has the confidence to help him sweep the world!"

"Hahahaha!" Wuxin laughed! Han Xin also smiled and said, "Sir, is laughing at Han Xin for being too arrogant!?"

Wuxin smiled and shook his head and said, "No, no! I am happy that my young master can have a talent like you to help. I am really impressed by the young master now. He actually saw your amazing talent more than ten years ago!" Han Xin's eyes flashed and he said excitedly: "Does my benefactor also have the wish to compete for the world? If he has this wish, Han Xin is willing to sacrifice his life to help!"

Wuxin smiled and said, "This time, I am here to summon you on the order of my son. I hope you can help him to unify the world!" Han Xin was overjoyed. Since the troubled times, he had been waiting for the opportunity to be born. Now the opportunity has finally come. He couldn't help but say excitedly: "Han Xin still does not know his benefactor's name, so please let me know!"

Wuxin smiled and said, "Actually, you have mentioned the name of my son just now!" Han Xin was stunned, his brain turned rapidly, and he suddenly said, "My benefactor is actually the Emperor of Qin!" Wuxin smiled and said, "Why don't you think it's Hu Hai or Xiang Liang?"

Han Xin laughed excitedly and said, "When Han Xin met his benefactor, Hu Hai was still a furious child, so he would not be him. And I had long said that Hu Hai was a fool who only knew how to enjoy himself, so he was not very conscious of people. Xiang Liang was not very old with his benefactor back then. However, his benefactor's accent was Zhao Yin, and you had the Qi Yin, while Xiang Liang was an authentic Chu person, with a singular Chu Yin. Moreover, after Chu was destroyed, his benefactor captured Xiang Liang's uncle and nephew everywhere, but Xiang Liangzang was too late, so how could he lead a large group of people to sway in the Chu market like his benefactor!" "Hahaha, Your Majesty did not misunderstand the person! Han Xin, this is Your Majesty's secret edict, you can see it yourself!"

As he said that, Wuxin took out a red cylinder and handed it to Han Xin. Han Xin took the cylinder excitedly, unscrewed the lid, and took out a roll of Huang Ling inside. Han Xin looked at Huang Ling, and was a little dazed for a moment. He took a deep breath before opening Huang Ling. The imperial decree said:

Han Xin, since I parted in Huaiyin, I haven’t seen you for twelve years. Now you must have grown into a real man. Remember when I told you in the past, when you grow up, I will provide you with a stage that will allow you to show your talent. Now, the world is broken and the people are in pain. Although I want to rest assured, I can’t support myself and I need your help.

Not long ago, the two generals Cao Shen and Wu Rui were defeated by Xiang Liang. Xiang Yu retreated to Jiangnan and were unable to restrain Xiang Liang's development in a short period of time. And my main force was to go to Hangu to fight against the more than 300,000 puppet Qin troops commanded by Zhang Han in Guanzhong, and it was even more flawless. The Gu-level Xiang Liang power development, so I plan to hand over the mission of extermination of Xiang Liang, Xiang Yu and even the princes of Guandong. This burden is very heavy, but I know that with your ambition and the temper that will repay you with kindness, you will not refuse, and I also believe that you have the ability to take on this important task.

In order to allow you to command the army steadily, I recognize you as your adopted son, and the title of Marquis of Huaiyin and General, and I also entrusted the unintentional gift to the God of the God of Cao who has been with you for many years to give you. In the Kuaiji Army, you can act on all matters at camera, and I will never interfere. If there is anyone in the army who does not obey the general's order, you can hold this sword and kill it first and then report it. I have ordered Xiao He, Fan Tianshi, Ren Xiao and others to immediately replenish some of the troops, food, and supplies to you. Although it is still not as strong as Xiang Liang's power in the short term, I think you can turn weak into powerful, rot into magic, and finally defeat Xiang Liang. Such a country's important matter is not as detailed as possible, so I will ask you for everything!

After reading it, Han Xin looked solemn, his eyes were filled with tears, and he murmured: "My benefactor is really a hero who is intimidating the world. I know that Mr. Wang is not an ordinary person. Twelve years ago, Mr. Wang recreated Han Xin again, and twelve years later, he was entrusted with such a heavy responsibility. How dare Han Xin fail to die!" Suddenly, Han Xin raised his head, his eyes were like lightning, staring at Wuxin, and said in a deep voice: "Sir, please tell Your Majesty that Han Xin is here, Xiang Liang and Xiang Yu are not afraid! Within a year, Han Xin will take the heads of the two of them to the tent!"

Wu Xin smiled and said, "Your Majesty is really not wrong! But, should you change your name to Your Majesty? Your Majesty likes you very much. Although he has been fighting for many years, he has always missed you!" Han Xin's eyes were filled with tears, and he held back his tears, and said with a choking feeling: "Your Majesty treats me with kindness again. Han Xin has long regarded Your Majesty as his father. I would like to ask the sage to report back to his father. Han Xin will never let down the holy hope!"

"Okay!" Wuxin was also very happy: "I will tell Your Majesty! However, if Your Majesty could hear you call him "Father" in his ears, he would definitely be happier!" Han Xin resolutely said: "Yes, this day is soon, I firmly believe it!" As he said that, he looked at the already stupid mother of Piao, Han Xin suddenly stood up and bowed in front of him, and tears came down: "Mother, although you are not Han Xin's biological mother, you have regarded Han Xin as your own generation over the years and gave meticulous care everywhere. You are Han Xin's real mother. Today, you must follow the call of your adoptive father to stabilize the world. You will be separated from your mother immediately. Please take care of your mother!"

At this time, the mother of Piao also woke up from the shock, and she couldn't help but burst into tears. She cried and hugged Han Xin's head and cried: "Mom has never been able to be like filial to you until she is old. Her smart son is already content with her for more than ten years. Your Majesty is a good person and an emperor who truly loves the people. You must be obedient and strive for him to quell the war as soon as possible and give the people a peaceful home!" "Yes, mother!" Han Xin kowtowed three times hard.

Wu Xin was aside, and was a little sad, and said with a forced smile: "Han Xin, don't worry! Your Majesty said that the righteous act of Piao Mother is enough to move the world. We want us to personally take her to Luoyang for retirement. After the world is pacified in the future, we will erect a monument for her in Huaiyin. I also hope that you can live up to the expectations of Your Majesty and Piao Mother when you come to Kuaiji Army!"

Han Xin was overjoyed and said, "It's great, so I'll be completely relieved! Mother, the military situation is like fire, so it's not appropriate to go. I'll clean up today. I'll set off to Kuaiji in the future. You can go to Luoyang with Mr. Wuxin, so that you can face the enemy with peace of mind!" Mother Piao was a person who was very wise. Although she was very reluctant, Lao Huai nodded comfortably.

At this moment, Wu Xin and a few servants helped Piao Mother and Han Xin pack their makeup. Although Piao Mother and Han Xin had huge sums of money given to Fusu, their daily lives have always been relatively hard. There were no luxurious things at home, but more of them were bundles of books. This did not make Wu Xin nod secretly.

The kind-hearted mother asked her to move far away that night. The food, rice, furniture, useless clothes and other things in her home helped the poor in the city. Even the house was given to some homeless poor people as a place to live, and she really scattered all her wealth.
Chapter completed!