Chang'an, in the imperial palace.
After Jushou and his army had just repelled another wave of attacks by Dong Cheng, he had a hunch that Dong Cheng's troops in the imperial city would not give up and would definitely be brewing a new round of more violent attacks.
So Zhu Ling and other generals were summoned to discuss the next step in defending the palace city, and also informed everyone of the news that Yuan Shao would soon return to Chang'an.
After a while, Zhu Ling and other generals came running all the way looking a little tired and dusty, answering the military advisor's call.
When Jushou saw Zhu Ling and other generals rushing over without even having time to change out of their blood-stained armor, he was very impressed.
But now that the military situation is urgent, there is no time to say any words of gratitude before we get down to business.
Jushu took out Yuan Shao's letter and read it to everyone, "As you all know, my lord is already on his way back. He is expected to arrive tomorrow. Please keep up your efforts and hold on for a while. Here, I would like to say a few words to all the generals on behalf of my lord. Thank you for your hard work!"
After hearing what Jushu said, everyone knew that Yuan Shao was coming back soon, and they were all very happy, and their expressions were lifted for a while.
Zhu Ling, as the leader of the generals here, can be considered a representative. Although he was very happy in his heart, he still said calmly and concernedly, "I wonder if the military advisor told General Zhang Liao this news?"
Seeing Jushu nodded, Zhu Ling breathed a sigh of relief, then thought of something and reminded him again.
"Military Advisor Mingjian, although the thieves in Chang'an are just a bunch of rabble, rabbits will bite people when they are anxious. We must prevent them from jumping over the wall in a hurry and doing something crazy before the Lord comes back."
After Jushou listened to Zhu Ling's suggestion, he stared at him with admiration for a long time. Zhu Ling only looked a little embarrassed and smiled.
"General Zhu, don't worry, I have already made a plan. If you look at Dong Cheng's lack of plans, he will definitely not go as far as I expected."
Seeing that Jushou was so confident, Zhu Ling quickly bowed and asked for orders, "Please tell me from the military advisor, Zhu Ling will not give up even if he is killed."
Jushou stepped forward to help Zhu Ling up and explained, "If my prediction is correct, if the enemy army cannot attack the palace for a long time, they will definitely make dangerous moves. He will cooperate with other troops ambushing in the palace to kidnap Emperor Xian in order to make a comeback." ".
Seeing that Zhu Ling listened very carefully, Jushou continued with some satisfaction, "So the general's next task is relatively heavy. On the one hand, he must defend the enemy's attack, and on the other hand, he must clean up the enemy's spies, otherwise their scheming will succeed. Mission It's so difficult, I wonder if the general dares to accept the order?"
Although the task was very difficult, in the face of Jushou's inquiry, Zhu Ling still accepted the order without hesitation and said, "I received the kindness of my lord, and I repaid it with death. In this crisis, Ling couldn't ask for more. Please rest assured, military advisor, I will definitely do it." It lives up to its mission."
Although he knew that Zhu Ling would definitely not refuse, Jushou was still a little happy after he agreed. After thanking Zhu Ling again for Yuan Shao, he explained again.
"By the way, the general should also pay attention to the safety of the miracle doctor Hua Tuo. Although he is very safe in the palace, we must also prevent the enemy from accidentally injuring him. You must know that the lord values him very much, otherwise he would not leave before leaving. At that time, he specifically asked me to take good care of him."
It is worth mentioning that after Jushou made the decision to stick to the imperial city and the west gate, he also took Hua Tuo to the palace according to his lord's instructions. After all, the whole of Chang'an had fallen, and only here was safe.
Hua Tuo originally refused to come to the palace. Although he was a miracle doctor, how could he overstep his status? Later, after repeated persuasion by Ju Shou, he realized that this was Yuan Shao's intention, so he reluctantly agreed and moved into the palace.
No, it should be said that he was protected in the palace. Jushou was worried that the army would be in chaos and he would not be able to estimate his safety. He and the Shadow Guard also had important things to do, so they asked Zhu Ling to do it.
"Yes, military advisor, please rest assured." Zhu Ling did not refuse, patted his chest and assured Jushou.
This made Jushou feel relieved, and after giving a detailed explanation, Zhu Ling and other generals were asked to prepare for the following battle.
After things were arranged, Jushou also went to do what he should do. He looked in the direction of the palace with some pity.
Then he gritted his teeth and whispered to the shadow guard beside him. I didn't know what to say, but I saw the shadow guard taking orders and heading in the direction of Emperor Xian, not knowing what to do.
Jushou looked at the shadow guard's retreating figure, sighed, and said nothing. Now I am really worried about the condition of Zhang Liao's west gate, and I don't know if he can hold on until the lord arrives.
West gate, on the tower.
Zhang Liao looked at the densely packed Xiliang army under the city tower, which seemed to number no less than 20,000, and his expression was a bit solemn.
Although he has an army of 10,000 men and is stationed in the fortified city of Chang'an. But what's more deceiving right now is that the enemy is attacking from inside Chang'an. Although Chang'an is strong, it cannot protect itself from the outside but not from the inside. Many of the natural barriers used to defend the city cannot be used.
Apart from the weapons, bows and arrows brought by his soldiers and the necessary defensive equipment he had hoarded to defend the west gate, he had nothing else. Chang'an was completely lost and fell behind the enemy. One's own weapons are prepared with one piece less and cannot be replenished.
The enemy not only had an advantage in strength, but also controlled the entire Chang'an. Weapons and preparations could be continuously shipped, and there was no need to worry about a shortage of food and grass. Moreover, the general who attacked Ximen was Huangfu Song, the Zhonglang general known as the "Three Heroes of the Late Han Dynasty".
This guy can be regarded as the mainstay of the late Han Dynasty. During the Yellow Turban Uprising, he brought the last elite of the Han Dynasty to destroy the fireworks of the uprising, allowing this dilapidated country to survive; during the Bianzhang rebellion in Xiliang, he took the last bones and blood of the imperial court to evaluate the rebellion. , so that the rear of the imperial capital can be stabilized.
And now in the year of forty, he is still leading Xiliang's army to attack Ximen, hoping to wipe out Yuan Shao's army. Let this declining dynasty regain its last vitality.
Although the enemy general is a famous general of the Han Dynasty, the situation does not look optimistic. But Zhang Liao didn't flinch, nor did he show any fear. Because he firmly believed that the Lord would arrive in time. He belonged to Zhang Liao. Who should I be afraid of?
The siege army below was about to climb up the tower again. Some even approached the stairs and reached dangerous restricted areas. Zhang Liao then ordered the soldiers on the tower to use bows and arrows to greet the enemy troops who were climbing in.
On the other hand, he personally led people to organize a charge and drove back the Xiliang soldiers approaching the stairs of the city tower. Don't let them get close, otherwise the consequences will be disastrous.
Swish, swish, swish...
Kill kill kill......
After several waves of arrows and several charges, the enemy army had to retreat after leaving behind a large number of corpses, allowing Zhang Liao's Jizhou troops to breathe.
