Yingchuan.
Xudu.
At this moment, a large army gathered outside Xudu City.
The four doors of Xudu were also opened.
Under the south gate, the Han Emperor's ceremonial guard had been waiting for him.
In the imperial carriage, Emperor Liu Xie of the Han Dynasty had been waiting for a long time.
There was no trace of dissatisfaction on his face.
As for what he was thinking, perhaps only he knew.
"I'm coming!"
I don’t know who said this first. The officials who welcomed King Wei and the people who were watching the excitement all stretched their necks and looked into the distance.
The army appeared far away at the end of the plain. At first it was just a blurry black line, like a shadow on the horizon.
However, as time continues to pass, this black line gradually draws closer, and the momentum of the army becomes more and more obvious.
The first thing that came was the faint rumble of horse hooves, like the low hum of the earth. The sound was so far away, as if it came from a distant valley. However, it gradually became clearer, approaching step by step, like an approaching storm in the distance.
As the sound of horse hooves gradually approached, the ground began to shake slightly, dust flew up, and small gravels jumped in the air.
The sound of horse hooves became clearer, echoing across the plains and resounding through the sky like war drums.
And the sound of the armour's armor also began to ring in the air, the rumbling sound was like the march of a giant steel beast, and every step was accompanied by heavy tremors.
The armor's light flashed in the sunlight, showing the gleaming brilliance of metal.
The soldiers' armor fit the body and was well cast, like an invincible iron wall.
Murderous aura also began to spread around the army, like an invisible black mist, slapping towards Xu Dubaiguan's face.
"It's really a mighty army!"
"With such a great army, why worry about our great Wei not being able to conquer the world?"
"We are really lucky that Wei has such a large army, and the whole world is lucky!"
The elite Wei army was unparalleled in momentum, and invisibly frightened the officials and people of Xudu.
However, in the center of no one's attention, in the imperial chariot, Liu Xie's face became increasingly ugly.
Wei State, Wei State, Wei State!
In this world, is it the one who rebels against the Wei Dynasty or the one who belongs to me, the big man?
Liu Xie shouted in his heart.
But after he finished shouting, he only felt empty in his heart.
Hey~
But what else could he do but be angry?
Are there really loyal ministers of the Han Dynasty in this world?
Maybe
Not even one left?
Liu Xie gradually concealed the anger on his face.
perhaps
He was the last emperor of the Han Dynasty.
As for anger, as for resistance?
Liu Xie saw it clearly.
Cao Cao may be worried about his reputation and dare not do anything to him.
After all, the Cao thief still calls himself a Han official.
But this Cao Pi did not regard himself as a Han minister, which angered him. Maybe he, the emperor, would really die on the street.
"Your Majesty, please welcome King Wei!"
Under the emperor's chariot, an internal official roared at the top of his lungs.
The emperor actually has to welcome his ministers.
The feeling of humiliation surged directly into my heart.
But Liu Xie covered it up very well.
Wearing a dragon robe and a crown, he slowly stepped off the imperial chariot.
Standing in the middle of the road, waiting for Cao Pi.
However.
After standing for almost a quarter of an hour, there was still no sign of Cao Pi.
After a long time, the army stationed in front of Xudu rode up to a school captain.
I only heard him say arrogantly: "Your Majesty moved to Yanling and will not come to Xudu today."
After saying that, he walked away directly.
That arrogant energy did not take him as the emperor seriously at all.
Liu Xie's face turned blue and purple, and the fists hidden in his sleeves were already tightly clenched.
Cao thief!
hateful!
hateful!
Should be killed!
However, in the end, Liu Xie walked back to the imperial carriage silently without saying a word.
He lowered his head, and the imperial crown on his head did not seem so unattainable.
The officials and people inside and outside Xu's capital looked at him with little reverence, as if they were looking at a monkey instead of an emperor.
Cao Pi at this moment.
I really didn’t go to Xudu first.
As for humiliating Liu Xie?
He had no such idea.
But even if he was humiliated, he probably didn't care in his heart.
Now he only has one thought in his mind.
They attacked Yanling and ransacked the home of Cao Zhang, the Marquis of Yanling!
If he is so bold and dares to stay in the city, he will be captured alive and the chaos in Wei will be wiped out directly.
Unfortunately.
The Wei army led by Cao Pi rushed into Yanling and turned the city upside down, but Cao Zhang was not found.
"It is said that the Marquis of Yanling left Yanling half a month ago. As for where he went, no one knows."
Is your whereabouts so secretive?
snort!
Cao Pi snorted coldly, the displeasure on his face was undisguised.
Besides going to Luoyang, where else can this guy go now?
Going to Xudu?
Meaningless.
"The Yanling Order did not know how to control the Marquis of Yanling and allowed him to cause chaos. He immediately captured this animal and ransacked his family and exterminated his clan!"
Wu Zhi's smile was a little forced. He stepped forward awkwardly and said, "The Yan Ling Order is also missing."
What a joke, if Yan Ling was involved in rebellion, how could the Marquis of Yan Ling be captured without hesitation?
"Then Marquis Yanling is from a noble family?"
Cao Pi's eyes were filled with fire.
"Yingchuan Chen family."
"this"
Cao Pi's face was bruised from the suffocation, and the breath was stuck in his chest, but he didn't know how to vent it.
Could he still destroy the Yingchuan Chen family?
"Did all the Yanling County government officials escape?"
"Some of them have not escaped, but they are just subordinates, and the guilt will not be implicated on them."
We are all working, so how can we take responsibility?
Cao Pi snorted coldly, but didn't care.
"Is there no one in this city who is involved with the Marquis of Yanling?"
Wu Zhi said helplessly: "Everyone involved has disappeared. However, the school affairs office uncovered a secret stronghold of the Hanzhong Crown Prince's Military Division, and there is a list of names in it."
"List?"
Cao Pi was stunned for a moment, and then his eyes suddenly lit up.
"What kind of list?"
"The list of gifts given by Marquis Yanling and the list of people entering and leaving Yanlinghou's mansion."
Wu Zhi pondered for a moment and then said: "The Crown Prince of Hanzhong probably wants to use this to seize the leverage of those people. His thoughts are very deep."
"Bring this list to Gu Guanzhi quickly!"
He, Cao Zihuan, wanted to see who was so rebellious.
How dare you collude with the traitors.
This is an old man who hangs himself because he thinks he has a long life, right?
Wu Zhi hesitated.
"Your Highness, the list of people involved is too broad, and it is not appropriate for Your Highness to watch it."
Not suitable to watch?
"Who has any objection? As a king, can't you take a look?"
Cao Pi was originally on top of him, but now his face was gloomy and his eyes were filled with murderous intent. Wu Zhi also swallowed a mouthful of saliva unconsciously.
"What I mean is that this list may have been leaked intentionally by the Crown Prince of Hanzhong, in order to let the king deal with the people on the list. Once the king deals with the people on the list, Wei will be in turmoil!"
Will Wei be in turmoil?
In other words, there are not only many people who interact with Cao Zhang, but their status is also very high?
Huhehuhe~
Cao Pi's breathing became a little unsmooth.
"Bring out the list!"
Wu Zhi's eyes flickered, and finally he gritted his teeth and said, "My lord, go and get it now!"
With that said, Wu Zhi left in a hurry.
However, after waiting on the spot for half a quarter of an hour, Wu Zhi still didn't come back, and Cao Pi's brows were already furrowed in his heart.
"When did Ji Zhong become so procrastinating?"
He had a look of worry on his face, and was just about to send someone to rush him, when Wu Zhi happened to be slowly approaching.
"Your Majesty, the list is right here."
Here?
Cao Pi looked at the copper basin Wu Zhi brought over. The paper ashes on it were still glowing with heat. It was obvious that Wu Zhi had burned the list during the half-quarter of an hour he was waiting.
Cao Pi stared at Wu Zhi, the veins on his forehead swelled, and his fists were already tightly packed into fists.
"Ji Zhong, do you really think Gu dare not kill you?"
Wu Zhi couldn't help but take a half step back and swallowed a mouthful of saliva. But after swallowing the saliva, Wu Zhi became hardened.
"If your Majesty can save Wei by killing one of me, then Wu Zhi's death will be a well-deserved death!"
"you!"
Cao Pi pointed at Wu Zhi, trembling uncontrollably.
"Ji Zhong, how dare you!"
Cao Pi felt his teeth itching with hatred, but he just waved his sleeves and turned around to leave.
"Go to Xudu!"
he roared angrily.
Phew~
Seeing that he passed this level, Wu Zhi slowly let out a breath of turbid air.
He risked his life to burn the list, indeed to save Wei.
The people who interacted with Marquis Yanling were all over the Wei Kingdom. Some people probably communicated with him when they didn't know about Marquis Yanling's rebellion.
If even this kind of person is implicated, then who else in the Wei Kingdom will not be implicated?
This list must not be seen by King Wei.
Otherwise, the state of Wei will surely flow into rivers of blood. This is what Liu Gongsi, the crown prince of Hanzhong, wants to see. How can he, Wu Zhi, fulfill his wish?
but
While burning the list, Wu Zhi secretly remembered a few names.
hey-hey.
Isn't it too much to seek some personal gain for yourself while protecting Wei State?
And at the same time.
In Xinxi City.
The five-day martial arts competition has passed.
The fifty people selected from the competition are now in the Yamen Hall.
These fifty warriors are tall and tall, with obvious muscle lines, showing strength and health. Their skin is dark and they have fought hard for many years, and their faces bear the marks of perseverance and battle. His hair is black, his eyebrows are thick, and his eyes are deep, revealing a sense of determination and sharpness.
Most of these fifty people have short beards, which adds to the rugged look of people who work hard for their lives.
"All of you who can pass the selection are meritorious and brave warriors. Today, you have the opportunity to enter the martial arts hall. I hope you will cherish this opportunity."
Among the fifty people, someone immediately shouted: "His Highness promotes us. We must not forget our kindness. Naturally, we want to learn skills in the Martial Arts Hall, serve His Highness, and revive the Han Dynasty!"
"Learn skills, serve His Highness, and revive the Han Dynasty!"
The rest of the people roared in unison. There were only fifty people, but they shouted with the momentum of hundreds of people. What came with the sound was the murderous aura that rushed towards them!
"good!"
Liu Chan was wearing light armor, with a smile on his face under his sword-shaped brows and starry eyes.
"I am waiting for the moment when I teach you the sword. I hope you can complete your studies at the Martial Arts Hall!"
After graduating from the martial arts hall, Liu Chanhui taught him the sword, indicating that he would be entrusted with the important task of reviving the Han Dynasty!
However, it is not easy to get Liu Chan to teach you the sword.
When you enter a martial arts hall, you don't just eat and die there.
If you fail to complete your homework, you will still be excluded.
The martial arts hall holds a small competition on the tenth day and a big competition on the first month.
If you rank in the bottom ten three times, you will be kicked out of the martial arts hall and sent to the prince's army or to teach martial arts.
The extra places will naturally be chosen by those who have made outstanding contributions to Wu Yicong, the prince's army, or the winners of the competition.
This is also the benefit of the prince being pro-military and advocating martial arts.
At least when Liu Chan was leading the army, Liu Chan had the bottom-level ascending channel open for him.
As long as you fight to the death to kill the enemy, as long as you are willing to train hard, you will have the opportunity to enter the martial arts hall and become the prince's disciple, and your future will be bright from now on.
certainly
Since it is the road to Qingyun, the competition is also fierce.
Being able to stand out among thousands or tens of thousands of people is definitely a sign of strength.
In the past two years, Liu Chan has discovered many middle-level generals through this method.
And in the long run, are you still afraid that you will have no generals available?
"We will live up to His Highness's high expectations!"
After PUA finished these fifty people, Liu Chan encouraged them a few more times and then dismissed them.
After he left, Liu Chan turned his back and looked at the map of Runan behind him, thinking for a while.
In the hall, Zhuge Liang seemed to see Liu Chan's thoughts. He took a step forward and said, "Your Highness is now thinking about how to plan for Runan."
Liu Chan nodded lightly and said: "In a few days, all the armies have been trained and organized, and the food and grass are in place. We must take advantage of the window period of the chaos in Wei to take down Runan!"
We have enough soldiers and armor, and we have rewarded and led the three armies. If we don't fight now, when will we wait?
"Your Highness already has a plan?"
Liu Chan nodded. He looked at the map and said, "Send one army to go to Nanton, and send another army to threaten Zhuoyang."
Zhuge Liang looked at the map of Runan, thought for a moment, and said, "Your Highness, do you want to attack the east and attack the west?"
To attack Nandun, one must send an army to pacify Yu and liberate Zhao Yun.
To attack Zhuoyang, you have to pass through Shangcai.
The main attack is definitely impossible.
Since it is not the main attack, it is to attack the east and west to attract the Wei army to move.
"It is indeed an idea to attack the east and west."
Zhuge Liang shook his feather fan slightly, with a thoughtful look on his face, and said: "Such an obvious strategy, I'm afraid Sima Zhongda can see it, let alone the poisonous scholar Jia Xu."
"You can see it, but they have to guard against it."
Sometimes, the strategy is not meant to be invisible to others.
It's that you know my strategy, but you can't do anything to me.
It's a conspiracy!
In Nandun, there is the Cheng family of Runan as the internal response in the city. If you don't send a large army there, then Nandun city can really be broken by the Han army.
As for Zhuoyang, it was guarded by soldiers from Runan Prefecture.
Liu Chan's military commander, Xizuo, has already contacted his army. When the army arrives, he will immediately rise up and rebel!
In other words, wherever Liu Chan sends troops, it is very possible to win.
When these places are captured, can Jia Xu and Cao Hong sit still?
Once the Wei army mobilizes its troops, Liu Chan can immediately lead a large army to attack Shenyang, Ancheng, Linyang, and Xincai.
Anyway, strategies change with the situation.
"If so, Your Highness, I have a plan that may help Your Highness take Runan!"
Zhuge Liang chuckled and shook his feather fan.
There was a happy and confident look on his face.
(End of chapter)
