However, one of the guards, Zhang Yan, raised his hand to Sun Li and said, "General Sun faced the enemy with his calmness and command in the face of danger. Although the famous generals in ancient times are not as good as him, we deeply admire him!"
Sun Li waved his hands modestly and said: "General Zhang has praised me a lot. In fact, I can only defend the city. When it comes to field battles, I am not as good as other generals... But everyone, we are just standing up. It's just the first day, and the enemy's rear army has not yet arrived. We have a long way to go, so we must not underestimate the enemy. We must brace ourselves to prepare for the follow-up."
Everyone saw Sun Li adhering to the city and repelling seven enemy attacks. He was still humble and rigorous, and they were even more impressed. Everyone is thinking secretly, after this battle, Sun Li's name will slowly start to spread in the four northern states and gradually become known to the world? Hebei's first echelon famous general commanders, Ju Yi, Zhang He, Xu Huang, second echelon famous general commanders, Hao Zhao, Guo Huai, plus now Sun Li.
The three princes had no choice but to stop their troops, camped in the stronghold to rest, and then sent envoys to the rear to report to Chen Gong, requesting the rear army to quickly send troops to support the siege.
Sun Li saw that the three princes had withdrawn their troops and were stationary. After a little thought, he guessed their thoughts of waiting for reinforcements. He was also unambiguous. He also sent an envoy to Gao Rou with a letter in hand, describing the situation here in every line and asking Gao Rou to please to determine the consequences of the incident.
By coincidence, Sun Li's envoy and Yuan Xi's party arrived at Jinyang City at almost the same time. After learning that Guo Yuan was injured and Sun Li turned the tide and defended Pingyang in Hedong, Yuan Xi couldn't help but feel greatly comforted. This famous Yongliang general in the late Three Kingdoms period was indeed worthy of his reputation and actually had some abilities.
Gao Rou has always been doubtful about Sun Li's true strength. Just because he was recommended by Yuan Xi, he had to take him under his command and use it for the time being. Unexpectedly, this time it turned out to be a big success. Not only did Yuan Xi have This not only saved face, but also made Gao Rou, his immediate superior, look good.
Inside the main hall of Jinyang City.
"My lord is a truly wise master. His accuracy in recognizing people and his ability to recognize talents is unparalleled in the world. I think of Sun Li, a young man. If it were anyone else, who would be willing to look at him more. But it's... The lord has a keen eye to see through the ordinary world, and he promoted a general out of thin air between him and the army. In time, he will definitely become famous all over the world. It is really admirable." Gao Rou remembered that before taking charge of the government and merging the state, Yuan Xi asked him to recruit Sun Li and Wang Ling The others did not expect to be rewarded now, so they congratulated.
Yuan Xi waved his hand modestly and said with a smile: "Brother, this is an exaggeration. It's just a coincidence that things happened at the right time. How can it be as evil as you said? The top priority is that Sun Li can repel the three groups this time. The vanguard army of the princes. But it may not be able to defeat the majority of the princes' coalition led by Chen Gong. You and I have to make plans early and go to support as soon as possible."
Gao Rou nodded when he heard the words and said solemnly: "Chen Gong is a scheming man who is well versed in people's cunning ways. He is actually a powerful enemy of ours. The messenger said that Guo Yuan fell into the trap and was injured. Although the perpetrators were Li Kan and Duan Xuan. Candidates for the three generals , but the person who makes the plans must be Chen Gong, who is actually our formidable enemy in this battle, so you and I need to deal with it carefully."
Yuan Xi shook his head and said with emotion: "He has his plan of Zhang Liang, and we have our plan to cross the wall. Although Chen Gong is scheming, he has not experienced many battles after all. If there is a real confrontation, it may not be you." The opponent of our army is just another person in the Guanzhong army who came to attack Bingzhou this time. Not only is he extremely brave, but the soldiers under his command are also good at fighting. He is actually a strong enemy of ours and must not be ignored. Be on guard."
Gao Rou was shocked when he heard this and said in surprise: "Is there such a figure in the Guanzhong Allied Forces who is more difficult to deal with than Chen Gong?"
Yuan Xi nodded and said: "Exactly, this person is Ma Chao, the son of Huai Lihou. Although he is not very old, he has extraordinary abilities. If we meet him with the name of a mighty general, we need to be more careful."
"Ma Chao?" Gao Rou lowered his head and muttered silently for a while, wondering: "He is really so powerful, but I have never heard of this person's name?"
"Just because you haven't heard of him doesn't mean you have no ability. Just like Sun Li, wasn't he originally unknown? Ma Chao is quite capable. If it comes to charging into battle and defeating enemies, I'm afraid neither you nor I can be his opponent."
Gao Rou was already convinced of Yuan Xi's ability to recognize people. Seeing Yuan Xi being so solemn this time, she couldn't help but feel a little worried, saying: "If Ma Chao is really as difficult as the Lord said, you and I will How to deal with it?”
Yuan Xi thought for a while and said: "Before I came here, I had already thought of a series of plans. Maybe I could disintegrate the Guanzhong Allied Forces from the inside. But whether it works or not, I still have two opinions. I can only give it a try."
Gao Rou was delighted when he heard this and said hurriedly: "What's the plan?"
Yuan Xi smiled and winked at Gao Rou, but did not speak directly. Then, he clapped his hands and said to the attendant standing by: "Go and find Sima Yi. I have something to tell him."
After hearing the words, the entourage immediately took the order and left, and soon led Sima Yi into the hall. Although Sima Yi became Yuan Xi's general manager at this time, his daily behavior was still low-key and cautious. When he met Yuan Xi and Gao Rou, he got straight to the point: "General, do you have anything to tell me?"
Yuan Xi asked Sima Yi, "Zhongda, let me ask you, what was your relationship with Hongnong's Changtun when you were in Bingzhou Hanoi?"
Sima Yi was stunned when he heard this. He obviously didn't expect that Yuan Xi would ask this question directly. He thought for a while and said: "The relationship can't be said to be very good, it can even be said to be not good. Changtun has always been arrogant and rude. , not polite, but we have a few acquaintances.”
Yuan Xi reported what Jia Xu had said before leaving, "Zhongda, it's like this. Before I came to Bingzhou, I asked Guan Hai to contact Liu Xiongming, the great thief of Wuguandao who was in Guanzhong. Liu Xiongming had an old relationship with Guan Hai. , now that he has agreed to submit to our army, I intend to let him lead his troops to start an uprising in Guanzhong and stab the allied forces in Guanzhong in the back.
However, although he has some troops, it is still difficult to shake the Guanzhong Army's rear. That's why I thought about the Changtun army currently operating in the Hongnong area. If Changtun is willing to raise troops and join forces with Liu Xiongming. My first plan to destroy the Guanzhong Army Alliance. You can succeed if you take just a few steps. This is also the purpose of bringing you here this time. "
Sima Yi frowned when he heard this and said in surprise: "General, you want me to go and talk about the surrender of Changtun?"
"That's it. How about it? Are you confident?"
Sima Yi sighed after hearing this, shook his head and said: "General, if you really want to go to Zhongda, you have to give me five thousand gold, and you, general, are not allowed to interfere with where I am going."
Yuan Xi said happily: "Zhongda, I will give you 10,000 gold. I don't care how you use it. You are fully responsible for it."
Sima Yi was slightly surprised. The great ancestor Liu Bang must have appointed Chen Ping in the same way back then. Sima Yi handed over his hand and accepted the promise, exited the big account and left at starry night. Sima Yi does have Li Shiji's demeanor.
Yuan Xi and Gao Rou did not delay, and immediately led most of their troops towards Pingyang City in the east of the river. At this time, most of the troops led by Chen Gong also approached the border of Dongjun, and the two armies arrived almost at the same time.
Without further ado, one in the south and one in the north set up camp directly on the border of Pingyang City in Hedong. The two sides were thirty miles apart and facing each other, and a war was about to break out.
After Chen Gong arrived, three generals, namely Candidate, Li Kan and Duan Yan, came to plead guilty. Although the three of them defeated Guo Yuan according to Chen Gong's plan, they unfortunately suffered a setback in Pingyang City.
As the vanguard, the three of them used a victorious force to seize the city. It was a sure thing, but they were defeated by an unknown Sun Li. How could they not make people feel aggrieved and aggrieved when the news spread? Not to mention the opportunity, I also lost face...
In the commander's tent of the Guanzhong United Army.
Looking at the three people worshiping under the tent, Chen Gong couldn't help but feel angry. He planned to help them deal with Guo Yuan. In the end, he couldn't even deal with the little Sun Li. Not only did he lose morale, he also lost a lot of people. Bingma is really three pure idiots.
If it weren't for the fact that they were guest generals, Chen Gong would have engaged them in military law. He could despise them, but after all, they were a coalition army, and Chen Gong still had to do a lot in terms of face.
After personally helping the three people up and comforting them with kind words, Chen Gong just summoned all the princes to discuss countermeasures.
"Everyone, most of Gaorou's troops have now arrived at the border of Pingyang City. They are at each other's horns with Sun Li's defenders in the city, facing each other from east to west. If we attack the city, Gaorou will lead the state army to support us. If we attack When we attack Gaorou, it will be quite difficult for us after Sun Li leads his troops to attack our army in the city. All the princes are capable men who have experienced battles for a long time. How should we deal with this situation?"
After hearing Chen Gong's words, everyone bowed their heads and hesitated. Only Ma Chao sneered, stood up and said with his hands in his hands: "The front vanguard of our army was defeated in front of Pingyang City. The morale of the soldiers defending the city is now high, so we will attack again at this time. No matter how difficult it is to continue, we can only have a chance of winning by taking the Gaorou camp to restore morale and then attack the city."
Since Yuan Xi came here in secret and left his commanding flag in Liyang to appease the morale of the army and frighten Cao Cao, the Guanzhong Allied Forces only knew that Gao Rou was leading the troops at this time and did not know that Yuan Xi was here.
After listening to Ma Chao's words, Chen Gong couldn't help but nod secretly, thinking that although Ma Teng's son was arrogant, he had the ability to be arrogant. Just looking at his ability to analyze the battle situation before the battle, he was no less than everyone present.
"Major General Ma's words are reasonable. Why don't we send a few princes to pretend to attack Pingyang City tomorrow to block their intention of sending troops to respond. We will send out all our troops to fight Gaorou. What do you think?"
After hearing this, Ma Chao stood up and said with a hearty smile: "Sir, this method is very good. Ma Chao is not talented. I am willing to fight Gao Rou as a vanguard. If I can't make meritorious service, I dare to be punished by military law."
After the military meeting in the main camp of the Guanzhong Allied Forces, a military strategic plan was made in which the four princes Duan Xuan, Candidate, Cheng Yin, and Cheng Yi would pretend to attack Pingyang City, and then the other princes would use Ma Chao as the vanguard to attack Gaorou Dazhai.
After the military meeting, everyone dispersed immediately and went back to camp to prepare for military affairs. On the way, the prince Li Kan stopped Duan Xuan and the candidate and whispered to them.
"Duan Gong, Hou Gong, have you two seen clearly the majesty of Ma Chao in the tent just now? Think about how Ma Shou became so polite even though he was a martial artist after he became a famous family. But my son is so vulgar and has no rules at all! This is so irritating!"
Duan Xuan remained silent for a while, and then he slowly spoke: "I went to Pingyang City last time and fell in front of Sun Li. Today Ma Chao used the opportunity to insult us. But it was also reasonable. The three of us will just wait and see if he can make a meritorious deed against Gao Rou tomorrow. If he has not made a meritorious deed, we don’t have to worry too much... But if he has made a meritorious deed, we will have a good relationship. Chen Gong, what should we do?"
The candidate frowned. His face was full of worry: "If this is the case, I am afraid that when I return to Guanzhong in the future, the Cao family represented by Chen Gong will also use Ma Teng as their ally. When the two of them join forces, they can almost sweep the entire Guanzhong, and we will still be there by then." Are you having a good life?"
Duan Xuan shook his head gently. He smiled and said, "Why are you panicking? If the Ma family has good relations with Chen Gong, although we will be bored and panicked, there will be people who are more blind than us. We will just wait and see the good show."
Bingzhou Yuan Xi.
Yuan Xi turned his head and glanced at Zhao Yun, and then said in his mind: "As the saying goes, when you encounter strength, you will become stronger. This Xiliang Jin Machao is known as the mighty general among the Qiang people. He has outstanding abilities! He can definitely be called the reincarnation of Lu Bu. Why? How about that? Are you interested in Zilong, go up and compare with him?"
Among the generals in Bingzhou, many are warriors who are accustomed to fighting. They are all highly skilled in martial arts and are not ordinary people. Today, when the two armies were facing each other, they saw Yuan Xi directly praising Ma Chao and Zhao Yun. They couldn't help but feel angry.
"My lord, why should I have someone else's ambition to destroy my own prestige? He is just an unknown boy from Liangzhou, what's the point! I, He Lang, will take his head and offer it to my lord!"
Yuan Xi was stunned when he heard this, looked at Bingzhou general He Lang who expressed his stance to him, shook his head and said: "Don't be impulsive, you are no match for Ma Chao."
This He Lang was Gao Rou's subordinate. He always had a explosive temper and was always admired by the generals. Today, Yuan Xi clearly didn't look down on him. He was so arrogant and arrogant, how could he control it?
Before Yuan Xi finished speaking, he saw that this guy was already waving a sword and taking the lead, heading straight for Ma Chao, shouting loudly as he ran: "Don't let the horses run wild! Your Grandpa He Lang is here too." !”
Following the loud shouts, the figure of a man and a horse swayed. He Lang had already rushed to Ma Chao, sweeping the long-handled sword in his hand. Ma Chao sneered at Ma Chao, did not answer, and raised his hands slightly, The vertical gun blocked He Lang's attack.
With the dull sound of "bang" when the weapons collided, Ma Chao stood on the spot without moving. However, He Lang came with the offensive. Instead, both men and horses were staggered by Ma Chao, and he couldn't help but be shocked. Eclipsed.
Ma Chao raised the corner of his mouth, sneered disdainfully, raised his hand and fired a gun straight at his chest, saying: "You are no match for me, get out!" When he finished speaking, the spear in his hand had already pierced He Lang's chest with a huge wound. The hole, the blood inside is surging.
The generals in Yuan Jun's formation all changed their colors in shock when they saw this. On the other side, Ma Chao killed He Lang with one move. His morale was at its peak and he shouted loudly to Yuan Jun: "General Yuan on the other side, listen, who dares to come up and fight with a certain person again?" war."
