Friendships between men are sometimes fought out. Zhang Fei originally didn't like Ma Chao, but after the battle at Baishui Pass, they gradually became familiar with each other, and they started hooking up even before they were drunk.
In addition to Ma Chao's superior strength, Zhang Fei also stood up for Ma Chao because of Lan Tian, and Aiwujiwu wanted to take care of this down-and-out general.
The two of them sat down and drank three large bowls in a row. Zhang Fei frowned: "Cao Hong is not a good guy. Fortunately, he stocked up on food in advance. It will not be a problem to save food for three to five months. It's just that this wine is not easy to replenish... .”
Lieutenant General Wu Yi remonstrated: "Today when I was taking command on the city wall, I saw someone giving orders. Those tiger and leopard cavalry were dispatched by him."
Zhang Fei nodded solemnly: "If we don't go out to fight tomorrow, Ziyuan will take a few demoted officials from Wudu to identify the people. I want to see who is coming."
"Know yourself and the enemy, and you can fight a hundred battles without danger. This statement is well versed in the art of war. I will proceed with the arrangements." Wu Yi nodded affirmatively.
While the generals in Xiabian City were looking sad, a celebration banquet was being held in Cao's camp to celebrate his victory. Everyone was drinking happily and seemed to have forgotten He Su, who died in the afternoon. Everyone spoke highly of Cao Xiu who joined the army.
The talent of a commander can be easily released on his own. If Cao Xiu has several more successful command experiences, he can take over Cao Hong without Cao Cao's orders.
Early the next morning, Cao Hong led the main force to attack the east gate of Bian, and asked the general Cao Zhen to attack the south gate, hoping to test the defensive ability of Zhang Fei's army.
Wu Yi was responsible for the defense of Bian City at this time. He asked his general Wu Lan to sit on the southern front facing Cao Zhen. He personally commanded the defense of the army at the east gate, and asked the surrendered generals of Wudu to identify the generals of Cao's army. The name Cao Xiu was also mentioned by Zhang Fei for the first time. Know.
"Cao Xiu? Do you all know him? Why have I never heard of him before? I can't let him fall into the hands of the younger generation..." Zhang Fei frowned.
Ma Chao clasped his fists and explained: "This man is a member of Cao Cao's clan. I once fought with Cao Cao on the Weishui River. This guy is the leader of the Tiger and Leopard Cavalry. He should have some skills."
Looking at the soldiers who were building ladders like ants, Zhang Fei's dark face revealed his white teeth, "Humph, they didn't even prepare any siege equipment. They just built ladders and climbed the city wall with their bare hands to see who could outlast the other." ?”
"General Yide is right. We have food in the city and there is no need to panic. There are no grains in the official warehouse in Hechi. Their military food has to be transported from Guanzhong. As long as the enemy is exhausted due to lack of food, they can send troops to attack. It can be decided in one battle." Wu Yixin said that I am not good at attacking, but I am very good at defending the city.
Zhang Fei made up his mind to hold on to the city and defend it. Cao Hong, who was eager to win, seemed to hit cotton with his punch. He had no choice but to ask Cao Xiu to discuss countermeasures.
Cao Hong asked: "The black men are holding on behind closed doors. We don't have siege equipment and the casualties will be heavy. We have to find a way to lead the troops out of the city. Wen Lie, do you have any opinions?"
After thinking for a while, Cao Xiu said: "Zhang Fei has a bad temper, is reckless, and loves to drink. It was General He who scolded him out of the city in the first place. We might as well send someone to continue scolding him tomorrow. Zhang Fei can't help but go out of the city to fight."
"That black guy has ten thousand enemies, and Ma Chao is also terrible. Who will deal with them if they scold them?" Cao Hong frowned.
Cao Xiu said calmly: "My nephew will deal with it when the time comes."
"Wen Lie shouldn't be careless. Zi Dan can't hold on to two or three combinations. There's no need for us to fight against the reckless man." Cao Hong shook his head in disapproval.
Cao Xiu wiped his beard and replied with a smile: "Who would fight with Zhang Fei and Ma Chao? As long as they can't help but come out of the city to fight, I will secretly deploy tiger and leopard cavalry to cut off their return, and I will not leave anything for them. Chance."
"Sounds very good." Cao Hong nodded happily, thinking that Zhang Fei couldn't help it, right? After all, this black guy has such a bad temper.
After two days of strong attack, Cao's army's offensive weakened, and they adjusted to a strategy of complete confinement, siege but not attack. They also sent soldiers with loud voices to yell at the city. An siege turned into a unilateral insult.
"General, why don't you go back and rest? I'll have no problem staying here." Wu Yi suggested.
In the past few days, the casualties of Cao's army were similar to those of the defenders, but they were fighting on their own territory, and they could continuously replenish their troops and food. Zhang Fei's side suffered one less casualty, and he ate less food per pound.
Wu Yi was worried that Zhang Fei could not help but go out to fight. Even if Ma Chao could rescue the people again, he would definitely lose a considerable number of defenders. The two sides have been fighting for less than ten days. The 25,000 soldiers brought by Yizhou have suffered casualties. There are nearly six to seven thousand people.
Zhang Fei replied nonchalantly: "I'm going to drink when I go back. Now that I'm drinking less, I might as well enjoy the breeze on the tower."
"Uh... okay..." Wu Yi didn't dare to persuade him.
Wu Yi was very worried, and the ending was unexpected.
Zhang Fei heard Cao's soldiers vomiting fragrance under the city wall. He patrolled back and forth as if nothing had happened, telling the defending soldiers to concentrate on not being distracted, as if the man who was "as timid as a mouse" and "heinous" was not named Zhang Fei.
Wu Yi was shocked when he saw this. General Zhang's city was simply invincible. He thought to himself that Cao Hong would be so angry that he would die?
Under the city wall, Cao's soldiers scolded him all morning but there was no movement. The insulted Cao's soldiers were thirsty and changed their names several times. Cao Hong and Cao Xiu were helpless when they saw that Zhang Fei could endure it. They didn't expect that this guy's face was dark and thick. .
When Cao Hong was riding a tiger and was in trouble, Zhang Fei's entourage carried a basket to the tower. Wu Yi and Ma Chao came over curiously to watch. They saw that the basket contained many smelly spherical objects, and the heads were tied with hemp ropes like balloon mouths. It was very tight and filled with a yellowish-white sticky substance.
"General Zhang, what is this?" Ma Chao asked, pinching his nose.
Zhang Fei picked up a spherical object with one hand and weighed it in his hand. "This object is called a pig urine bag. It is filled with urine. The guys under the city wall have become hoarse. I will throw a few out to them." To quench your thirst, Meng Qi, do you want to try it too?"
"Uh... no need..." Ma Chao shook his head.
Wu Yi and Ma Chao were officials and did not recognize pig urine bags. Zhang Fei's previous occupation reminded him of this thing.
The pig urine bag can be used as a plaything for children after being washed, and Zhang Fei plans to use it to play with Cao Hong.
The scolding Cao soldiers under the city wall stood very close. Because they were fully armored and not afraid of cold arrows, these scolding men were confident.
Zhang Fei walked up to the top of the city and shouted to the scolding Cao soldiers below: "Are you still working so hard? Ask Cao Hong and Cao Xiu to come forward and answer. I have something to say."
Seeing Zhang Fei's conversation, the scolding soldier hesitated, so he turned around and ran back to Cao Hong to report: "Zhang Fei invites the two generals to come forward and answer..."
"What does this black guy want to do?" Cao Hong frowned.
"Two generals, please be careful. Zhang Fei's archery skills are extremely accurate, and he may have some evil intentions." Yang Fu appeared and said that his bun was blown up by Zhang Fei, and many of the roots of his hair were damaged and fell off. In order to cover up his ugly appearance, he had to wear it hat.
Cao Xiu shook his head and said: "Zhang Fei is a famous general in the world. He will never do what he does. It doesn't hurt to go up and listen to what he has to say."
