"If we can get support from Jingzhou, we can definitely attack Hefei. My lord, the army is running out of food and grass."
Zhuge Jin's meaning is obvious.
Without the support of Jingzhou, the war will be impossible to fight.
During this period of time, there was a large-scale military campaign, and Liu Chan 'blackmailed' countless assets. Jiangdong, which was originally abundant in food and grass, was now in a shortage of food and grass.
The people have been requisitioned for food several times. If the requisition continues, the people will rebel.
"Even if Jingzhou cannot bring troops to help, it can still send some food and grass to relieve the lord's urgent need."
forage
It is indeed a problem now.
He pondered for a moment and said, "You can really succeed as a messenger?"
Zhuge Jin wiped the sweat from his forehead and said with some anxiety: "I will definitely do my best."
Doesn’t this meaning of trying one’s best mean that one is not sure?
"snort!"
Sun Quan snorted coldly and said, "What if Xiaohu is here to help?"
It should be of some use if he marries a daughter.
Xiaohu didn't listen to him before, but now, he didn't let Sun Luyu leave Gongsi Liu, he just blew some pillow wind in his ear.
"If this is the case, I will feel more confident."
Sun Quan has a tall and straight posture and an extraordinary bearing. His cheek lines are obvious and his face is chiseled, exuding an aura of determination and stability.
At this moment, he was staring at Zhuge Jin.
"More confident, how confident is it?"
"Seventy to eighty percent!"
"What about the little sister?"
Zhuge Jin thought about it.
"Eighty to ninety percent!"
"If my wife goes to Jingzhou, are we 100% sure?"
Zhuge Jin nodded heavily.
"Then I am 100% sure."
Mrs. Bu is extremely intelligent, and there are rumors that
Ahem.
Zhuge Jin looked at Sun Quan, who had a green complexion, and didn't dare to think about it anymore.
"I will send a letter to Madam. If it doesn't work, I will let Madam set off for Jiangling."
If you want to live a decent life, you must have a little green on your head.
Moreover
If Hefei can be defeated, let alone a cuckold.
What's the point of wearing it a few more times?
By taking Hefei, he could keep Yangzhou and gain access to Xuzhou.
This is the career of a king. For this reason, what does it mean to endure a little humiliation?
Sun Quan is so shameless!
After hearing this, Zhuge Jin already had full confidence in his heart.
"Don't worry, my lord, I will definitely succeed in this trip. My lord is just waiting to take over Hefei!"
Seeing Zhuge Jinzhi's proud look, Sun Quan could only sigh quietly: "I hope that's really the case!"
early morning.
The first rays of winter sun shine down.
The ruined city of Hefei also appeared in the daylight.
Tens of days of continuous attacks have transformed the city beyond recognition.
The towering city wall has been riddled with holes by catapult bombing. The cracks extend from the top of the wall to the foundation, as if it will collapse at any time.
The city gate has been breached and is in dilapidated condition, leaving only a few broken wooden remains.
The houses in the city were devoured by the flames of war. Broken walls, broken wood and beams were scattered on the streets. Smoke and dust filled the air, covering up all the beauty.
The once bustling and lively market is now in ruins, with stalls burned down, goods scattered on the ground, and no one coming and going.
The desolate wind whizzed by with a biting chill, chilling people's hearts.
The residents of the city live in fear and despair.
They didn't know whether the city wall would collapse at the next moment, or when Army Master Qiu Ba would break in.
They huddled in corners and watched helplessly as their homes were destroyed, their property was plundered, and their relatives were killed.
The mingling of cries, moans, and cries for help was heartbreaking.
The land around the city was also ravaged beyond recognition.
Farmland was trampled into mud, crops were trampled down, and rivers of blood dyed the land red.
Trees were cut down and fell to the ground, becoming obstacles on the battlefield. Ruins and corpses filled the desolation.
Zhang Liao stood on top of the city, looking at the desolate scene with a heavy heart.
Can Hefei really hold on?
unknown.
He saw that the soldiers of the enemy camp had begun to leave the camp and form formation.
He knew in his heart that another day of difficult defense of the city was about to begin.
At this moment, a detective came.
"Report~
General, the envoy from King Wei has arrived. "
The envoy of King Wei?
Zhang Liao was overjoyed when he heard this, and the dejection on his face was wiped away.
"Where is it? Bring it here quickly."
He originally wanted the soldiers to bring the envoy of the King of Wei over, but after thinking about it, he said, "It's better to take me to see the envoy of the King of Wei."
He now needs confidence and hope too much.
The same is true for his soldiers.
Led by the scouts, Zhang Liao soon met the 'King of Wei's envoy'.
The first time he saw this person, Zhang Liao felt doubtful in his heart.
Is this person really the envoy of King Wei?
This so-called envoy from the King of Wei had a dusty face, like a traveler on his way.
His clothes were shabby and covered with dirt and dust, and his face was tired and haggard, making him look older than his actual age. The wrinkles are crisscrossed, and there is a sense of vicissitudes between the eyebrows.
His hair was messy and messy, with sporadic white hair mixed in the black hair, reflecting his decadent image. His beard was also unkempt and untrimmed.
Could such a person be the envoy of King Wei?
"Are you the envoy of King Wei? Do you have proof?"
Could it be someone sent by Sun Quan to lure him out of the city?
The Wei envoy smiled softly and said: "General Qi, I don't have the proof, but I am indeed the envoy of the King of Wei and I am bringing you news from the rear."
No credentials?
Zhang Liao frowned.
He put his hand on the Huanshou knife at his waist, looking like he was about to draw the knife and kill someone.
"The King of Wei sent dozens of envoys to break through Zang Ba's siege and deliver the news to Hefei. I also took a small route and came here at night. Naturally, I didn't have any credentials."
"Then tell me your so-called news."
What if we lure him out of the city?
snort!
Zhang Liao's eyes narrowed, and the cold light flickered in them, with murderous intent.
He must behead this man!
"Your Majesty has already gathered troops in Luoyang. Because the Crown Prince of Hanzhong is setting up troops in Ye County, a lot of troops are involved. However, the vanguard army is already under the leadership of General Cao Xiu, rushing toward Hefei at starry night. The general only needs If you hold on for ten days, reinforcements will arrive!"
Hold on for ten days?
Zhang Liao still had doubts about this person's identity.
But his words can inspire people.
Now
He didn't know if he could hold on today.
Ten days later?
If reinforcements arrive in ten days, we can hold on for at least ten days.
Phew~
Zhang Liao took a deep breath and shouted loudly: "The envoy from the King of Wei has arrived. He promised that reinforcements will come in ten days!"
After roaring, he immediately gestured to the messenger.
"Messenger, please."
Regardless of whether he is the envoy of King Wei or not.
Now
He must be both!
The 'Messenger of the King of Wei' came out with a smile on his face.
Former general Zhang Wenyuan was still smart.
The two of them arrived at the general's mansion in the city. After no one was around, Zhang Liao asked directly.
"You can't be the envoy sent by the king. Who are you?"
The middle-aged scribe smiled softly and said: "I am indeed not the envoy of King Wei. I am from Xuzhou. As for who sent me here, I can't tell the general yet. In short, the general must understand that I am not an enemy, but want to help the general. Defend Hefei."
Xuzhou?
Zhang Liao narrowed his eyes.
In other words, Zang Ba did not fully control Xuzhou.
There are still people loyal to the king in Xuzhou.
It was just because of Zang Ba's power that he did not dare to rush for help. He only dared to send envoys over to reassure him.
It must be so.
In fact, if you think about it, it's normal.
The Lord has been running the land of Qingxu for many years before his death. How could there be no one loyal to the Cao family?
Zhang Liao took a step back, bowed to the envoy, and said: "Your Excellency, Liao will bear in mind your great kindness. If I can get out of trouble this time, I will thank you for your kindness!"
The middle-aged scribe smiled softly and said: "General, there is no need to be polite, he is just loyal to the king."
After thanking the 'Messenger of the King of Wei', Zhang Liao's fighting spirit has been rekindled.
Ten days?
Even the city of Hefei is in ruins.
Even with numerous wounds on his body.
Even the morale of the defenders in the city was low.
But as long as Zhang Wenyuan is around.
Hefei is a must!
People are in the city!
Inside and outside Hefei City.
Sun Quan had reasons to attack, and Zhang Liao had the persistence to defend.
The battle between the two is destined to involve endless killing.
And outside Jiangling City.
Liu Chan was riding on a big black horse, preparing to drive further south to Jingzhou.
The prince’s southern tour!
The target this time is Wuling County, Changsha County, and Guiyang County.
As for Jiangxia County, we will deal with it after the three counties are finished.
These three counties were all occupied by barbarians.
The purpose of Liu Chan's visit was simple.
Completely defeat the barbarians.
Barbarians barbarians.
They just don't abide by the rules and like to kill, but don't like to produce.
The geographical environment of Changsha and Wuling counties is pretty good.
Being close to Dongting Lake, there is room for development in both fishery and agriculture.
The barbarians were subdued and all the mountain bandits in the three counties who refused to surrender were wiped out.
Then develop production, whether it is direct control or local control.
In short
The three counties must be completely settled.
And it can become a base that provides Liu Chan with military strength, civilian strength, grain, grass, and minerals.
certainly
After completely controlling the three counties, he can use these three counties to release his influence towards Guangzhou, Yangzhou, and Jiaozhou.
There were millions of people in Shanyue, and Sun Quan digested this population and wasted it.
It's better to be my masculine people.
Jiaozhou scholar family?
What future does this rat like Sun Quan have?
Follow you, Uncle Liu Chan, and take you to eat and drink hot food.
After advising Annan, it is not impossible to make you a king with a different surname when the time comes (forced truth).
"Your Highness, it may be dangerous to go to Jingnan. Your Highness should be careful."
Your Highness is a good brick, you can move it wherever it is needed.
Although the previous Zhengdan Conference dealt with corrupt officials.
But there are still many counties and counties where no accounting officials have been sent.
As for the reason
That was Xina, Changsha County. No officials were sent there. In addition, the barbarians were ferocious, and officials were killed from time to time.
Even if officials are not killed, it will be difficult for Han people to realize their ambitions when they go down to become officials.
Liu Chan's trip was to solve this problem.
"Don't worry, military advisor, I know what's going on."
There are so many beauties around him, but he hasn't fully enjoyed them yet!
Dead now?
Wouldn't it be a huge loss?
He, Liu Chan, was afraid of death and would not be easily involved in danger.
Only by saving your life can you achieve other achievements.
Pang Tong nodded, turned to look at Zhang Bao, Guan Xing, and A Huinan, and said: "His Highness's safety is entirely in the hands of the three of you. If His Highness makes a single mistake, I will definitely kill you." It’s a question!”
His Highness is now Pang Tong's pet, and he is extremely precious.
even
Not only was he Pang Tong's pet peeve, but he was also the darling of Dawang, Kong Ming, and Zilong.
With His Highness here, they could see hope of reviving the Han Dynasty.
If His Highness is gone.
Even if we have the great situation today, what's the use?
Your Highness, you must save your life!
"Don't worry, military advisor, even if I'm left to die, His Highness won't lose a single hair!"
Ah Hui Nan was honored to be able to serve as a guard for Liu Chan on his southern tour this time.
This was an opportunity that no other noble disciple had, but now it was in his hands. How could he not cherish it and not risk his life?
"gone."
After bidding farewell to Pang Tong, Liu Chan led five thousand princes' personal cavalry and military followers and galloped towards the south.
Take a boat across the river from the ferry.
Passing through Gong'an, Jiling, and Zuotang, we will head towards Hanshou.
The scenery along the way was a feast for Liu Chan's eyes.
Especially the changes in the police station and the Chaling area made him feel better.
"It's really pleasant to see this peaceful scene."
Guan Yinping, wearing silver armor, nodded to one side and said: "Your Highness won the battle, and this is the reason for these peaceful days. Otherwise, how could these nine counties of Jingxiang be in the hands of Lang Jun?"
Hearing that Liu Chan was going to subdue the barbarians, Guan Yinping persuaded Liu Chan to agree to join the army.
certainly
Being in the military is boring, and being with the screen can relieve a lot of loneliness.
Sun Shangxiang also accompanied the army. She had a restless temper and was very similar to Guan Yinping. As soon as she heard that she could subdue the southern barbarians, she followed suit.
At this moment, she drove her horse to Liu Chan's side and said softly:
"On the way here, the population has gradually become sparse. It seems that the damage caused by the barbarians is not small."
In addition to war factors, barbarians plundering places are naturally also the reasons for the low population of Wuling County and Changsha County.
Before Changsha County was in his hands, he bought the population from Changsha barbarians.
Some of this population are indeed the people of Shanyue who were captured from Yangzhou and the people of Yangzhou.
but.
Some Han people in Yijun were plundered and taken away.
Changsha Man and Wuling Man are two dogs raised by Liu Chan.
Wu Lingman, under Ma Liang's taming, was quite respectful.
Samoko expressed his gratitude to everyone.
They are very respectful to the officials sent there.
But the dog Changsha Man is a vicious dog.
no way.
Previously, Liu Chan was planning to raise this dog to be more cruel and bite Sun Quan.
After all, Changsha County was not in his hands at that time.
But it's different now.
Changsha County is in his hands.
The people of Changsha County are naturally the people under his rule.
How could he see the people under his rule being tortured and tortured by barbarians?
It's time to tame this vicious dog into a family dog.
At this time.
far away
Woohoo~
But suddenly there was the sound of a trumpet.
Boom boom boom~
The earth trembled.
A row of black lines gradually appeared in the distance.
That's the Nanman army!
Ah Huinan quickly stood in front of Liu Chan and shouted: "The enemy is attacking, get in formation!"
Liu Chan was very calm and calm.
"Don't panic yet, they are here to see me."
See you?
Guan Xing looked at the southern barbarian army getting closer and closer in the distance. They didn't look like they were here to pay a visit.
I saw the southern barbarian army in the distance. Their appearance was fierce and terrifying, and their numbers were huge, which was daunting. All of them were wearing animal skins and helmets made of animal bones, with ferocious faces, like wild beasts.
The wolf soldiers are brave and bloodthirsty, and their ferocious faces reveal wildness and cruelty. They wear wolf skins and hold sharp claws and wolf-tooth knives. They are as fast as wolves and as fierce as tigers, like demons from the mountains.
The elephant soldiers are tall and mighty, driving huge war elephants and appearing indestructible. Armed with huge ivory spears and long knives, they can destroy enemy formations and become invincible on the battlefield.
The cavalry are elite and fast. They ride on strong horses, wear barbarian armor, hold spears and scimitars, and gallop on the battlefield.
All kinds of barbarian armored soldiers have their own characteristics. They wear strange masks, unique armors, and hold sharp weapons. They are fierce and powerful, making people intimidated.
Are you here to see me?
Could this be to attack His Highness?
(End of chapter)
