The defenders of the Dukou Walled City were ultimately unable to withstand Zhao Zilong's fierce offensive, and the walled city was breached by the Han army.
In the chaotic battlefield, Chief Zhou Ren was arrested by the Han army, his face full of panic. His eyes were confused and helpless, as if he couldn't believe what was happening in front of him.
Zhou Ren was at a loss, his body was shaking slightly, and his breathing was rapid.
The situation of being surrounded by the Han army made him completely lose his fighting spirit, and he felt the shadow of death hanging over his heart. His hands were shaking, and it seemed a little difficult to even stand.
Facing the pressure of the Han army, Zhou Ren had no power to resist. He quickly raised his hands and fell to his knees with a look of fear.
His voice trembled, with the meaning of begging: "Please let me go, I am the head of Runan County. I am willing to surrender and I will never dare to resist again."
His lips trembled and his voice vibrated.
"Hey, it's still a big fish. Go and report it to the general."
With that said, the leader of the team stepped forward personally and tied up Zhou Ren.
The news of Zhou Ren's capture soon reached Zhao Yun, who was covered in blood and filled with murderous intent.
"General, we found a big fish. Listen to him, he is the chief secretary of the county governor's mansion."
The position of chief bookkeeper was probably inherited from the Han system.
First, on behalf of the prefect Lixian Corporal. Second, go out on patrol with the prefect. Third, make suggestions for the governor or governor.
When the governor convenes a military meeting, the princess can not only participate, but can also make suggestions as a counselor. From this, it can be seen that the princess is a close minister of the county guard and has a high status.
Who would have thought that this small ferry village would actually have the princess secretary personally guarding it?
He had to give this big fish a good look.
Zhao Zilong's eyes flashed, he waved and said:
"Bring him up."
"promise!"
Not long after, two Han soldiers dragged Zhou Ren over.
Zhou Ren, who was tied up with five flowers, could vaguely see the banner with the word "Zhao" behind Zhao Yun through the dim light.
Gulu~
He swallowed secretly and said, "I would like to pay my respects to General Zhao."
General Zhao?
Zhao Yun raised his eyebrows and asked, "Do you recognize me? Have you met so-and-so?"
Zhou Ren shook his head and said: "I have never seen the general, but I have just seen the general's heroic appearance. He is actually one of the most powerful generals in the world. In terms of bravery, he is probably not inferior to the then Marquis of Wen, Lu Bu."
Seeing that Zhao Yun remained calm, Zhou Ren thought that his horse had slapped the horse's butt, so he quickly said: "The general goes out among thousands of people, single-handedly, and moves forward in an indomitable way. His heart is embedded in gold and stone, his righteousness is as high as the sky, and he does not reduce his officialdom. It can be said that It has the style of an ancient minister..."
"OK OK."
Zhao Yun waved his hand and said impatiently: "I don't have time to hang around with you here. I just ask you, do you want to live?"
live?
Of course I did.
If he was not alive, why would he be flattering Zhao Yun?
"General Zhao has an order, please tell me directly. Even if I risk my life, I will give you a helping hand!"
These nobles are quite sharp-tongued. Zhao Yun chuckled and said, "I don't need you to risk your life. I only need you to explain the situation in the city, and this will save your life."
Tell me about the situation in the city?
Zhou Ren, the princess' secretary, was shocked and asked hurriedly: "General, are you going to attack Xinxi tonight?"
Zhao Yun narrowed his eyes and his body was filled with murderous aura.
"Are you going to be loyal to that thief Cao?"
Zhou Ren felt a chill all over his body and knew that he had said the wrong thing, so he hurriedly said: "Everyone can kill Cao's thief! I heard that Cao Pi wanted to usurp the throne and establish himself as emperor. This is like the famous name of an earth dragon and a cud dog. It's good to call him Zhao." The general knows that I, Zhou Ren, am a loyal minister of the Han Dynasty, and the Runan Zhou family is a loyal and righteous family! The general wants to attack the city, and I can be your guide!"
Oh shit!
In order to survive, I don’t need this face.
Invite the Imperial Army!
I'm showing you the way!
"oh?"
Zhao Yun's eyes lit up.
"First tell me the defense situation in the city in detail."
Before attacking Xinxi, Liu Chan's military commander informed Zhao Yun of the collected intelligence.
However...
The intelligence collected by Jian Junsi was somewhat true. Zhao Yun had doubts in his heart. Now that the chief secretary Zhou Ren was here, he naturally wanted to verify the information.
"I will tell the general what I know."
Briefly informing Zhao Yun of the information in Xinxi City, Zhou Ren spread his hands and said, "The governor of Runan County, Li Ji, is incompetent. It would be a mistake for the thief king Cao Pi to appoint him. I have some men in the city who may be able to help the general!"
The ferry camp was destroyed, and his mission of garrison was not completed. Even if Xinxi City was defended, his future was gone.
Since my future in Wei is gone, I'd better switch to another place.
Anyway, he doesn't care who is the king.
He just wants to be the governor of Runan County!
"oh?"
Zhao Yun looked at Zhou Ren and asked, "How can I trust you?"
Zhou Ren said quickly: "I was stationed at the Dukou camp today because I was squeezed out by the governor Li Ji. He wanted to kill me but then he quickly moved on. The Dukou camp was destroyed tonight and I have no way to survive. Now I want to bring order to the chaos. Please help me, general." When the opportunity comes, I will use all the strength of the Zhou family in Runan to govern Runan for His Highness."
I originally wanted to take the position of Runan County Sheriff!
Zhao Yun nodded and said: "When I enter the city, you can enter with me. Then you can cause turmoil in the city."
Entering the city together?
"I should enter the city first, otherwise, there won't be enough time!"
To achieve meritorious service, the merit must be greater. How good is the contribution of dedicating a city?
If he entered the city with the army, his achievements would be greatly reduced.
"No need to say anything more. Don't worry, Mr. Zhou. Once you enter the city, you will have the opportunity to make meritorious deeds."
In Xinxi City, there is no need to do anything extra when they know that the city is fortified and will be attacked at night.
certainly...
Zhao Yun dared to do this not because he was arrogant, but because Li Ji, the governor of Runan County, strictly followed the orders of King Wei's envoy and carried out the "loose outside and tight inside" deployment operation.
There are only a few hundred defenders on Xinxi City, stretching on all sides of the city. There are only dozens of people on this side of the city, which can be said to be a lax defense.
Most of his military strength was placed in the military camp next to the governor's mansion, and some of it was placed outside the city.
As long as we enter Xinxi City and His Highness has made preparations these days, isn't Xinxi City within reach?
"Time is running out, attack quickly!"
While Zhao Yun was talking to Zhou Ren, a steady stream of sergeants came from the country of Bi on the south bank of the Huai River in boats. In a blink of an eye, the ferry was crowded with densely armored sergeants.
"Three thousand strong soldiers will follow me quickly to Xinxi. The rest will go and deal with the Wei army in the camp outside the city. Another two thousand people will be left for maneuver outside the city."
"promise!"
The army of ten thousand people brought by Zhao Yun were all experienced in many battles. The military order was issued immediately, and the entire army started to move without saying a word.
...
Under the cover of late night, Xinxicheng, the capital of Runan County, seemed a little quiet.
The moonlight shines on the city wall, casting a faint silvery white light and shadow, reflecting the shadow on the city wall.
The guards in the city seemed a little tired. Wei Jun stood on the wall in twos and threes, looking a little relaxed.
Their eyes glanced around from time to time, but they were obviously not on high alert.
The night wind blew by, bringing a bit of chill, which made the soldiers shiver.
"It's so damn cold. It's better to go into the city tower. I heard that Ninth Brother brought two jars of wine and a big bag of fried peanuts. Why are you blowing the air conditioner here?"
"Yes, it's bad luck. They all enjoy spicy food. Why should we defend the city here?"
Wei troops in twos and threes slowly walked into the tower. The lights inside the tower were dim, but someone shouted:
"big big big!"
"Oh, why are you so small again!"
"What bad luck."
...
Unexpectedly, these soldiers guarding the city were actually rolling dice and drinking.
No one thought that someone would attack Xinxi City tonight.
They think so too.
The lights in the city shed a faint light through the windows and onto the streets.
The streets and alleys are filled with a peaceful atmosphere. Occasionally, one or two dog barks can be heard from afar, adding a touch of life.
In this quiet night, the city's defense was too lax, and people gradually fell asleep.
However, the quietness of the night does not mean that everything is safe and sound. Unknown variables are still quietly brewing.
"Papa~"
The flying claws firmly grasped the edge of the wall, and after a while, a strong man in night clothes climbed up from the bottom of the city.
He thought he was going to kill a few people when he came up, but unexpectedly, there was not a single guard on the city wall.
It was really a knife stabbing my butt, which opened my eyes.
咻咻咻~
Several bird calls came from the mouth of this big man in night clothes.
then.
The sound of tapping and tapping is endless.
More and more Han troops swarmed up the city wall.
"General, they are all in the tower, drinking and playing dice."
"snort."
Zhao Yun smiled contemptuously and said: "It is indeed a mob. What Zhou Ren said is true. The governor of Runan County, Li Ji, is indeed a straw bag."
He immediately ordered.
"First clear out the defenders in the city tower and try not to make any noise, then control the city gate and open it!"
Zhao Zilong led hundreds of elite soldiers, walking as lightly as a cat, on the city wall.
Wearing black battle robes, they almost blended into the night, moving like ghosts wandering in the darkness.
The Wei army guarding the city was intoxicated by the night and had no idea.
However, under Zhao Zilong's skillful command, the Han soldiers approached silently like ghosts in the night and accurately knocked down every guard. There was no sound, even their breathing seemed to blend into the night wind.
The guards at the top of the city were eliminated one by one, and Zhao Zilong's troops successfully cleared the obstacles.
Afterwards, the Han soldiers moved quickly and arrived at the city gate lightly.
First, they killed a few sleepy city defenders, and then a few strong soldiers pried open the city gate. The city gate quietly opened in the dark, and the suspension bridge was lowered, opening a way for the Han army to enter the city. path of.
After all, there were only a few hundred Han troops entering the city from Feizhao.
With thousands of people, it would be faster to come through the city gate.
"Control all important places in the city. You, you, you, follow me and drive directly to the county governor's house to capture Li Ji!"
"promise!"
The Han soldiers poured into the city like lightning, their movements clean and neat, like ghosts in the night. They spread out, quietly took over key positions in the city, and gained control of Xinxi City.
The Han army made great moves, which naturally woke up the sleeping Xinxi City.
"Enemy attack, enemy attack!"
"Jingzhou soldiers are coming!"
"The Crown Prince of Hanzhong is here, run!"
....
The sound of fire, shouts of killing, begging for mercy, and the sound of doors being closed were heard all the time.
Although the Han army controlled most of the important areas in the city, the battle in the city was not over yet.
The inner city governor's mansion and the remaining Wei army officers and soldiers did not surrender.
In the dark corner, they stood ready and resisted tenaciously.
In the darkness within the city, swords and swords flickered, and fierce fighting sounds and shouts resounded through the night sky.
"Defend the city, defend the city!"
"Reinforcements are coming soon, defend the city, and everyone will be rewarded!"
In the night, war drums sounded, the sounds of swords clashing one after another, and there was a strong atmosphere of fighting in the darkness.
Xinxi City has already become a battlefield of life and death, and a decisive battle concerning victory or defeat is quietly unfolding in this dark night.
"Report~"
Immediately some soldiers came to report.
"General Cavalry, except for the county guard's mansion, the rest of the city is under the control of our army."
"very good."
Zhao Yun nodded and said: "Send people to put out the fire quickly. Anyone who dares to cause trouble in the city will be shot to death!"
"promise!"
Xinxi City has now been captured by him.
Naturally, the people in this city are also Han Chinese people.
Since he is a common people, it is also Zhao Zilong's responsibility to protect them!
"Get Zhou Ren!"
When they just entered the city, Zhou Ren followed the army into the city. Now it was Zhou Ren who wanted to break the city lord's palace.
Persuade to surrender!
If fewer brothers die, then naturally there will be fewer deaths.
Otherwise, he, Zhao Yun, would have led others to charge.
Soon.
Panting heavily, Zhou Ren came to Zhao Yun.
"What are your orders, general?"
Zhao Yun looked at Zhou Ren with a smile and said: "If the chief secretary wants to be the governor of Runan County, he must perform meritorious service. If you can persuade the governor to surrender and let the Wei army surrender, I can write to your highness to put in a good word for you." A few words to explain your contribution."
The opportunity for meritorious service is right in front of you!
Zhou Ren nodded immediately.
"I am willing to take this life!"
Entering the Sheriff's Mansion at this moment would naturally put your life in danger.
However, wealth and honor are sought in danger. If you don't enter the tiger's den, how can you get the tiger's cub?
He is going to be the governor of Runan County!
Immediately, Zhou Ren and several sergeants went to the gate of the county governor's mansion.
"I am the Chief of Staff, Zhou Ren. I want to enter the mansion to meet with the Lord. I ask all the sergeants to be accommodating."
Zhi acridine~
The Han army did not attack by force, but the defenders in the city also opened the gate.
If the man in the city is willing to surrender, there is no need for them to fight to the death.
Who are you serving as a soldier anyway, right?
Xinxi City was destroyed, and chaos and fear enveloped the city.
Li Ji, the governor of Runan County, was sitting in the hall of the mansion. His face was pale and his eyes were full of helplessness and fear. His mood was like a turbulent river, uneasiness and anxiety intertwined.
Zhou Ren's arrival made Li Ji even more nervous.
"Zhou Ren, you have ignored the great kindness of the king and become a traitor. Do you know whose salary you are eating?" Li Ji's voice was full of grief, anger and helplessness. In his eyes, Zhou Ren's behavior made him feel sad and helpless. He felt the pain of betrayal.
Being denounced as a traitor by Li Ji, Zhou Ren immediately snorted and said, "Why did I rebel today? Doesn't the county governor not know? If the county governor really wanted to turn our hostility into friendship, how could I have reached this point? It's too late to say anything now. , As for whose salary I receive? Naturally, I receive the salary from the Liu family!"
Zhou Ren stared at Li Ji coldly and said: "If you are willing to bring order to the chaos, let the sergeants in the mansion surrender, and then assist General Zhao and persuade the rest of the cities to surrender, you may be able to retain your usefulness, and your wealth may not be lost.
If you want to die wholeheartedly, then the death of your body and the annihilation of your family will be right in front of you. "
As Zhou Ren persuaded him to surrender, Li Ji's emotions gradually became complicated.
Hiss~
He took a deep breath, his eyes flashing with emotions.
He began to think about his situation, King Wei's kindness and kindness, and the choice to face reality.
The fear on Li Ji's face became more and more obvious, and his breathing began to quicken.
He suddenly stood up and said in a trembling voice: "I, I am willing to die to repay King Wei for his kindness!"
At this moment, Li Ji fell into a fierce struggle in his heart.
There was a firm look in his eyes, and he seemed to have made up his mind.
Clang!
He pulled out the Sheriff's sword from the weapon rack beside him, ready to kill himself.
only...
When the blade of the sword touched his throat, the stinging sensation made him tremble all over.
die.
Who can truly face the fear of death without fear?
His faith began to waver.
"Wow~"
Bang~
The sword was thrown away by Li Ji, who immediately knelt on the ground and burst into tears.
His tears fell to the ground, looking extremely weak and decadent.
He put down his previous persistence and determination. The decision to surrender may have given him temporary peace, but it also made him feel the deep fear and helplessness in his heart.
"I...I am willing to surrender..."
After saying this, Li Ji seemed to have exhausted all his strength. He fell directly to the ground, like a fish out of water, gasping for air.
His face was ashen, but he could only say sorry to his family members in Luoyang and his brother who was beside Cao Pi.
He Li Ji...
I want to live so much.
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