Xiang Yu gave Liu Bang time to breathe, so Liu Bang didn't even return to Guanzhong and directly guarded the important town of Xingyang.
The princes of the world have thoroughly seen the situation. The position of the common leader of the world is either Han or Chu. Everyone can only choose one among them.
Originally, the Qi State was equally powerful, but after the King of Qi killed the nobles, a large-scale civil war broke out in the Qi State, and the national power declined instantly.
Coupled with the fact that Xiang Yu was adding fuel to the flames, the Qi State was very empty, but the King of Qi was full of fighting spirit. Of course he could guess the outcome now.
Although he no longer has the strength to dominate the world, it is still no problem to harass the Chu army in the rear. When Xiang Yu comes to attack, he sneaks back to the city to defend it. When Xiang Yu leaves, he attacks the Chu army in the rear.
With this in mind, King Qi sent an envoy to Liu Bang, and first notified Lu Ze. Lu Ze was overjoyed. If an alliance could really be formed, it would be a big help to him. There are only a few people in the Lu family who can really verify this. , of course we must unite.
Moreover, as the smoke from Xiang Ying cleared, news spread that Empress Lu and Liu Ying were not dead, but were simply imprisoned in Xiang Ying by Xiang Yu with princely rites.
Since Xiang Yu won't kill him now, he can just find an opportunity to exchange Lu Pheasant and Liu Ying back later. Even if it means going bankrupt, Lu Ze is also willing.
King Qi's alliance shocked the world. When Xiang Yu had all the advantages, there were still princes who dared to stand against Xiang Yu.
Liu Bang took advantage of the situation to contact the King of Jiujiang and other heroes who had been hesitating. Xiang Yu was also contacting these people, but unfortunately their reputations were not at the same level, and their lobbyists were not at the same level either. These people all joined Liu Bang one after another.
Liu Bang held on to Xingyang for nearly a year, but the gap in physical power between Chu and Han was still very large. Eventually, the food route was cut off and he had to retreat. Xiang Yu caught up and defeated him, and the group had no choice but to escape again.
This time Luo Yi was not by Liu Bang's side, but instead contacted other princes for him to stabilize the military morale of the alliance, and it was enough to have Zhang Liang and others in the army.
Liu Bang frowned and sighed: "We are defeated again. Xiang Yu is too strong. Where can we find troops to continue our defense now?"
Zhang Liang saw that although Liu Bang was dejected, his courage remained intact. After such a defeat, all he wanted in his mind was to continue fighting. He couldn't help but admired: "Your Majesty is really a hero, and he is indomitable. If you can't succeed, it makes no sense." .”
At this time, Lu Wan suddenly rushed in and said with joy: "Your Majesty, the general defeated tens of thousands of Wei's troops in one battle, broke through the capital of Wei in three days, killed the king of Wei, and captured all the cities of Wei in one month. The people of Wei looked at the wind and drop."
Liu Bang and Zhang Liang looked at each other with surprise. Han Xin only brought 10,000 people with him when he left. Although according to the consumption of food and grass, there are almost 100,000 people now, but there are basically no recruits and no difference.
A month ago, Han Xin was still wandering around the Wei Kingdom without making any progress. This is also in line with Liu Bang's understanding. Who knew that the situation would reverse to this point in the blink of an eye, but if it is true, it is really timely.
Liu Bang suddenly thought of something, and then glanced at Zhang Liang, and found that Zhang Liang was also looking at him, and said softly: "Borrow troops."
Liu Bang nodded slowly. The top priority now is to stop Xiang Yu. Han Xin's army is very critical.
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Liu Bang wanted to take advantage of the early morning to directly enter Han Xin's army. Han Xin had no confidants. The generals in the army were all Liu Bang's people. It would be easy for Liu Bang to get in and out of here.
Then everyone did not expect that right in the Chinese army camp, they saw a completely unexpected person - Luo Cai!
Luo Cai was sitting upright, wearing an elegant robe. She was truly a peerless and charming woman, but when she fell into the eyes of everyone, she felt extremely horrified.
"Your Majesty."
Luo Cai bowed slightly and said with a chuckle: "The monarch is here, but the ministers do not go to receive him. This is not abiding by etiquette. Cai Cai apologizes to you for Han Xin."
Although her words were soft, there was a hint of thorn in them. There was a smile on her beautiful face, but there was a sharp edge in her eyes.
A delicate and delicate woman looked so majestic and majestic when she stood in the hall, so shocked that most people did not dare to speak.
Liu Bang was not afraid, he just felt a little embarrassed that he was caught doing such a thing, but he was thick-skinned and immediately started making up random things.
"Madam of the Luo family, the situation is really critical. We came all the way, and even two horses were killed. We were too eager, so we didn't have time to inform Zimu. If there is a next time, I will definitely not leave without telling you. Come."
Liu Bang explained that the most important thing now is to explain clearly his purpose.
Of course Luo Cai knew what kind of person Liu Bang was, and she didn't believe what he said at all, but she understood that the matter should end here.
Then he suddenly realized and said: "That's it. Your Majesty, please sit down. I will send someone to call Han Xin right now."
Seeing that Liu Bang could not seize the army directly, he could only sit in the hall, waiting for Han Xin's arrival. Zhang Liang and others were even more uneasy. These people knew Han Xin very well and were very sure about this matter, but no one expected that Luo Cai's move ended up like this.
Han Xin woke up from his sleep and heard that Liu Bang suddenly came to the army. Now he was in the lobby of the Chinese army. He quickly got up and asked: "Where is Cainiang? Go and call Cainiang."
The attendant immediately said: "The Luo family's wife is already in the lobby."
Han Xin paused, then sped up and hurried to the lobby. When he saw Liu Bang, he immediately bowed down and said, "Xin pays homage to the king. The king is here. It is really a sin for Xin not to go far to greet him."
Liu Bang helped Han Xin up and said: "General, you have made great contributions in destroying the Western Wei Dynasty. I am thinking about how to reward you for your great contribution."
Han Xin quickly said: "Your Majesty held off Xiang Yu in Xingyang, and that's why Xin's achievements were achieved. Xin really doesn't dare to take credit."
After Han Xin finished speaking, he looked at Luo Cai. These words were taught to him by Luo Cai when he conquered the Western Wei Kingdom. Unexpectedly, Liu Bang actually said these words of asking for heavy rewards.
Luo Cai blinked slightly, and Han Xin was hugged by Liu Bang and sat on the side of the throne. Han Xin then asked as if he had just woken up from a dream: "Your Majesty, you suddenly came to the Xin camp, but do you have anything important to do?"
Liu Bang had nothing to be embarrassed about and said directly: "Zi Mu, Xiang Yu is really strong. We held on for nearly a year and were finally defeated in Xingyang.
But if I don't give in, I will fight to the death with Xiang Yu. There are countless important towns to the west of Xingyang, and I want to see if Xiang Yu can conquer them one by one.
But the problem is that we really don’t have elites who can fight, so I want to mobilize troops to Zimu. You have extraordinary talents. This group of recruits became elites in just a few months.
It must be the same in the future. After thinking about it, only you, Zimu, can help me get back on my feet. "
Han Xin was silent. Although I did train my troops quickly, there were still limits. In the stage of preparing to attack Zhao, I suddenly transferred most of the elite troops away, so I had to use new soldiers to attack Zhao. Han Xin felt a little stressed.
But if these elites can be used to hold Xiang Yu back and give him time to develop, then the price will be worth it.
Especially since Liu Bang reused him and was kind to him, he should repay him. Thinking of this, Han Xin immediately said: "Your Majesty, Han Xin is just a commoner, but you promised him the position of general. If I don't repay your kindness, I'm afraid it will be unreasonable." Tolerance.
Now there are 100,000 troops in the camp. You take 80,000 horses and leave, and I take 20,000 people to recruit new troops from the Western Wei Dynasty, and then go straight to Zhao.
When I capture the land of Zhao, the land of Jin will be under your control. With Guanzhong and the land of Jin, even Xiang Yu will not be your opponent. "
Hearing this, Liu Bang felt a rare flash of guilt in his heart, wondering if it was wrong for him to bully an honest man like this. Han Xin was indeed a man who repaid his kindness.
However, his strong psychological quality quickly erased this trace of guilt, and he thought in his heart that Han Xin would definitely be placed at the top of the list of meritorious officials in the future.
After Liu Bang left, Han Xin felt that something was wrong, and he asked in hindsight: "Cai Niang, why do I feel that something is wrong?"
Luo Cai felt that Han Xin's silly state was quite good. The king liked him like this. He was not threatening. With his deterrence today, there would be fewer hidden arrows shot at Han Xin.
So he laughed softly and said: "My dear, don't think too much. You are helping the King of Han this time. This is no less important than destroying Wei. Even the loyalty you showed today is more important than your defeat of Wei."
If you can destroy the Zhao Dynasty, or even defeat Xiang Yu, and the world's historians come out of the Luo family, you will be written down in the history books, far more than all the generals in the past will be remembered by future generations.
You will have countless resounding titles, and the words God, Saint, and Immortal will fall on you. You will be number one in the world, and people will still remember you tens of millions of years from now. "
These words made Han Xin's blood boil. He believed Luo Cai's words, and the pen was in Luo's hand. He could not wait to lead his army to the Zhao land immediately, and bring down the king of Zhao who was entrusted by Xiang Yu.
Luo Cai looked at Han Xin in front of him. The invincible God of War on the battlefield was actually a silly boy who could be inspired so easily. I am afraid many people would not have thought of it.
The next day.
Han Xin looked at the empty military camp, but he was still high-spirited. He was just starting over. The second king of Zhao Dynasty, just wait to die.
(End of chapter)
