"No, even so, how can you, a daughter of a family, take such a risk!"
After hearing what his daughter Xun Guan said, Xun Song flatly rejected her.
The two consecutive breakouts resulted in the loss of troops, which meant that the Hulu forces outside the city were very powerful. Even though Xun Song knew that his daughter had been proficient in riding and shooting since she was a child, and was better than ordinary soldiers, it was still too dangerous. .
Xun Song's children were already weak, and it was even more impossible for his beloved daughter to take such a risk.
At this time, some Yingchuan scholars present also spoke out.
"Yes, the general is right. The girl is too young after all. Even if she is able to ride and shoot, she is too dangerous!"
"Yes, a woman is so brave, how can we hide in this city!"
"I'm going to gather the children of the clan and pick a few good ones to break out of the encirclement!"
Although these Yingchuan scholars were afraid of death, the fact that a girl in her late teens was taking risks to save them still made them feel disgraced.
Faced with everyone's persuasion, Xun Guan did not flinch at all.
She frowned and said loudly to her father Xun Song and others.
"My lord, the envoys sent by the Han army came to appease them, but they were rejected unceremoniously. Even if your lord and ancestors are old, but this kind of military and national event, if you don't show full sincerity, it will be We may not be able to get the reinforcements we ask for.”
"Everyone is working for their master. Even those who fight for their lives on the battlefield may not be merciful, let alone this kind of request for help."
After hearing Xun Guan's words, Xun Song and everyone else fell into deep thought.
Because everyone in Yingchuan went back and forth on the issue of surrender, the envoy Liu Yu sent before went back in embarrassment.
Even if Liu Yu is really generous and doesn't care about this, everyone in Yingchuan must show full sincerity first.
Seeing that his words had an effect, Xun Guan gathered his strength and continued.
"Your Excellency is the commander-in-chief of the city. You are indispensable in preparing for war and defending the city. I am your eldest daughter, so it is only natural that I should go here in my father's stead."
"In this way, we can show our sincerity from all over Yingchuan and be 100% sure to invite reinforcements!"
Upon hearing this, all the powerful men from the Yingchuan family turned to look at Xun Song, the governor of Yuzhou.
They all know that the Xun clan of Yingchuan originally bet on both sides, and the Xun clan was at the center of the Eastern Han Dynasty. In terms of sincerity or friendship, it would be the people of the Xun clan of Yingchuan who would be the most suitable to ask for reinforcements.
Otherwise, if other people try their best to break through but fail, it will not only be embarrassing, but also more likely for Xuchang City to fall into the hands of barbarians.
Facing the earnest gazes of everyone, Xun Song also thought for a long time.
Finally he breathed out and said in a deep voice.
"All right!"
"Then it's up to you to ask for reinforcements on my father's behalf!"
Xun Song thought that if reinforcements really failed to arrive, Xuchang City might be completely destroyed.
There are no eggs left when the nest is overturned, and by that time, I will not be able to take good care of my daughter.
As for the possibility of surrendering to the Hulu, the rest of the people might be able to do it, but he, Xun Song, would never do it.
When Xun Guan heard this, he breathed a sigh of relief and said quickly.
"Don't worry, sir, my daughter will definitely fulfill her mission!"
Seeing his daughter's resolute and fearless look, and seeing the secretly joyful looks of the powerful Yingchuan men next to her, Xun Song suddenly felt angry in his heart.
"Snapped!"
Xun Song waved his hand and slapped it hard on the table.
All the pens, inkstones, bowls and cups fell to the ground with a clatter.
Everyone was startled by this sound, and they all looked at Xun Song with a guilty conscience.
"My daughter, Xun Song, has just passed her hair age and is going to take such a big risk. Each of your families must bring out all their best troops and best war horses. Otherwise, today will be the day when we will become enemies with Xun Song!"
Under Xun Song's angry shouting, no one dared to shirk anymore.
After all, this was Xun Song's daughter who stepped forward to save them, so it was only fitting that she contribute some escort troops and war horses.
"To reassure you, I have lent the young lady a certain golden silk armor passed down from my family. I will keep it invulnerable to water and fire!" A powerful man said loudly.
"General, I also have a red-maned horse at home, which combines the advantages of the sweat-blooded horses from the Western Regions and the Nine-Yuan Horse. It can travel six hundred miles a day, and it will definitely keep my daughter safe!"
"The disciples of my clan who are strong enough to carry the cauldron can protect the young master!"
"There is a certain tribe..."
All of a sudden, these Yingchuan aristocratic families donated all their treasures as if they were offering treasures.
Finally, Xun Guan put Xun Song's autographed letter into his arms. A dozen or so carefully selected final elite guards were equipped with the best horses, light armor, bows, arrows and sharp knives. After the third watch at night, After almost all the Hulu outside the city fell asleep, they secretly opened a small gap in the city gate and filed out!
Although it was a dark night and the wind was high, after more than a dozen horses left the city, they still attracted the attention of the hidden whistle of Hulu Rangers.
"Enemy attack!"
"The thieves have broken out!"
After several shouts from the Hulu, more and more horse hooves suddenly sounded outside the city.
"Bang!"
"Bang!"
After a series of bowstring sounds, bursts of screams rang out in the dark night.
Xun Song and everyone in Yingchuan were all looking nervously at the top of the city. Although everything they could see was pitch black and they couldn't see anything clearly, everyone was staring intently at the dark outside of the city. It's as if you can see it if you pay attention.
Bursts of screams and fighting reached the top of the city, and no one could tell whether it was from the Yingchuan army breaking through or the intercepting Hulu.
Xun Song's eyes widened and he breathed out a heavy breath, like a tiger about to roar.
Several people nearby noticed it and cautiously comforted him.
"General, please be patient. They are all good horses this time. As long as they don't fight with the barbarians, they will definitely be able to escape!"
"Yes, General, the young lady is wearing precious armor. Normal arrows can't hurt her vitals..."
"Bah! Fuck you! It should have been a sword and arrow to avoid the enemy, so it couldn't hurt the vital part!" An evil fire burst out from Xun Song's heart, and he scolded indiscriminately.
The handsome man who had his face sprayed with spit didn't even dare to get angry, and immediately started to apologize with a smile.
"The general said yes, the general said yes!"
Just a moment later, the sound of horse hooves in the dark night outside the city gradually faded away.
Everyone didn't know what happened to Xun Guan and the sergeants who broke through this time. They didn't know whether they were alive or dead.
When the dead silence returned outside the city, Xun Song went back under the persuasion of everyone.
"drive!"
"drive!"
Under the dark starry sky, in the dim wilderness, Xun Guan, escorted by several Yingchuan sergeants, galloped toward the north.
When they left the city, there were still a dozen of them, but now there were only six people left. Two of them were still seriously injured by the arrows. Fortunately, their vital parts were not injured and they could continue to follow on horseback.
"Xun Lang, Hu Lu didn't catch up!"
A Yingchuan sergeant shouted to Xun Guan, who was dressed as a man.
"Don't be careless. Please work harder and wait until you pass the Golden Calf Mountain in front of you before you can be considered safe!"
There was an unquestionable determination in Xun Guan's sweet and clear voice.
At this time, the sky was gradually getting brighter. Only by bypassing the hills in front and crossing the Weishui River could we escape the pursuit of the Hulu cavalry after dawn.
The following Yingchuan sergeants all nodded in agreement. After fighting and breaking through in the middle of the night, they already had great admiration for this young girl Xun Guan.
When facing the pursuit of the Hulu, Xun Guan repeatedly shot down the Jiehu cavalry with precise arrows. Several times, he shot the Hulu who were outflanked on both sides by firing his bow from both sides at the same time.
With such superb archery skills, the forced Hulu no longer dared to pursue too close. Only then did they manage to break through after most of the people were killed or injured.
Therefore, Xun Guan's words at this time were already regarded as military orders by everyone.
Especially among the people, only Xun Guan was familiar with the topographic map of Yingchuan County. Xun Guan knew where there were mountain passes and dead ends.
In this way, just after a life-and-death breakout, Xun Guan had already won the hearts of these strong soldiers.
The journey from Xuchang to Xingyang was more than three hundred miles, and there were scattered Hulu cavalry and bandits along the way. Xun Guan and others resolved the dangers along the way and finally arrived in Xingyang.
After an investigation, the Han army's cavalry learned that Xun Guan was from Yingchuan, and finally brought Xun Guan to the commander Zu Ti.
After meeting Xun Guan, Zu Ti, as the commander-in-chief, showed surprise.
The young man in front of him, who was less than seven feet tall, actually broke through the barbarian siege in two days, got rid of the pursuers, and ran in front of him. He was truly brave.
"General, the thousands of people in Yingchuan are in danger at this time. General, please send troops quickly to ask for help!"
As soon as he saw Zu Ti, Xun Guan immediately begged with red eyes.
When Zu Ti saw this, he couldn't help but think: Well, this young man is brave, but he seems to be a bit of a crybaby. Why is he about to cry without saying anything? In other words, is the siege of Xuchang really that serious?
After Zu Ti took a look at the letter, he realized that the boy in front of him was actually a girl, the daughter of Xunsong of Yingchuan.
After looking at it again, Zu Ti realized that no wonder he felt a little awkward when he saw 'him' just now. It turned out to be the natural beauty of the woman.
"I know the danger of Yingchuan!" Zu Ti said slowly after reading the letter.
"However, it is not convenient for me to send troops for rescue now."
Zu Ti had long heard of the duplicitous behavior of the people in Yingchuan, especially a few days ago when the envoys sent by Liu Yu received a cold reception.
However, none of this was the reason why Zu Ti didn't want to send troops.
"Why is Shibo like this!? Are you going to die without saving him?" Xun Guan was a little anxious.
After seeing Zu Ti still looking troubled, she changed her mind and continued immediately.
"Shibo knows that many powerful people in Yingchuan have gradually surrendered to the Hulu, and even many people in Xuchang City have gradually lost their true intentions. If foreign aid does not come, even if my father suppresses them with force, it will be difficult to control them."
"When Xuchang falls, the Huru will gain tens of thousands of soldiers, which will surely shake Zhongzhou. If Shibo wants to conquer the Huru at that time, won't it be even more difficult!"
Since Xun Song and others took up residence in Yingchuan, a large number of refugees and civilians have gathered in Yingchuan County. Its large population is indeed a great weapon.
After hearing Xun Guan's words, Zu Ti was filled with admiration for this girl.
Zu Ti shook his head slightly and said to Xun Guan.
"My dear nephew, please note that I cannot reinforce Xuchang, not because I am afraid of barbarians, but because I have other reasons!"
"Why?" Xun Guan continued to ask reluctantly.
Seeing that Xun Guanxing's eyes were wide open and she seemed to be bulging with anger, Zu Ti simply stopped hiding it from her.
"Haha, then I'll tell you!" Zu Ti said.
"Now the Lord has led the Chinese army across Baima and will arrive in Xingyang soon. Before that, all soldiers and horses are not allowed to move without permission and must wait for opportunities!"
Zu Ti thought that anyway, this little girl had already arrived in his army and could not go anywhere else, so it would be okay to tell her.
"Then when can we arrive in Xingyang?!" Xun Guan asked immediately after hearing this.
"This time, my lord is personally marching to Luoyang, with tens of thousands of cavalry on foot, and countless supplies of food and grass. Zu is really not sure when we will arrive in Xingyang," Zu Ti said.
"Where is the Lord now?" Xun Guan asked.
"Maybe it's in Chenliu County, or maybe it's almost to Xingyang." Zu Ti shook his head.
Xun Guan's face turned gloomy for a moment. She knew that the food and grass in Xuchang City could only last for about a month. If the Han army's reinforcements did not arrive, I am afraid that many powerful people in the city would clamor for Kaicheng's surrender. At that time, her father would probably be killed.
When she thought about this, she immediately gritted her teeth and said loudly.
"In that case, please ask Shibo to send someone to send me to see the Lord!"
"I will personally ask the Lord for military orders, and I will come back to ask Shibo to send reinforcements when the time comes!"
Zu Ti was stunned for a moment when he heard this, and then said.
"Maybe in a few days, the Lord's army will arrive in Xingyang. Wouldn't it be okay to meet again at that time?"
Xun Guan shook his head, "I can wait for a few days or a month, but Xuchang City can't afford to wait! The food and grass in the city can only last more than a month. If reinforcements can't arrive quickly, everything will happen." Stop it!"
Zu Ti already knew about Xuchang's situation from the letter, and he couldn't help but understand Xun Guan.
"But what if after seeing the Lord, the Lord refuses to send reinforcements? After all, I heard that the people in Yingchuan had done something inappropriate before."
Zu Ti knew that the people of Yingchuan had enjoyed the convenience of the "double-dealing" before, but when the Xun family wanted to seek help from Yingchuan, they were blocked by these Yingchuan people. During this "taking the bowl and putting the bowl" During this time, he showed his villainous face.
"My lord is a hero, how can I lose something big because of a small thing?"
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