Liu Bei denied it three times, which completely silenced Zhang Fei, and he even felt a little aggrieved and sad in his heart.
Zhang Liao's eyes on the side were full of struggle, but he finally didn't take a step forward.
Of course he wanted to go, but this battle was too important, and he was worried that Liu Bei would not trust him with such an important task. If your request for war is rejected, you will inevitably be criticized and you will not know how to advance or retreat.
But at this moment, he suddenly remembered what Zhang Heng said when he recruited him.
Xuande Gong was forthright and tolerant, quite like the Emperor Gaozu, and he knew how to make good use of people and used them without any doubts. Wen Yuan did not have to worry.
Thinking of this, Zhang Liao couldn't help but clenched his fists, and finally summoned up the courage. When he was about to go out to fight, he saw Guan Yu coming out.
"Brother, let me go."
Guan Yu raised his hand to Liu Bei and asked him to fight.
Hearing this, Zhang Fei on the side became even more depressed.
Just now he was the first to ask for a fight when he saw that Guan Yu was silent. Now that Guan Yu took the initiative, he had no chance.
Sure enough, Liu Bei in the main seat smiled and nodded.
"Okay, let Yun grow up for you..."
Before he finished speaking, he heard Zhang Heng next to him suddenly say: "Mr. Xuande, I think Wen Yuan can try this battle."
What!
This statement stirred up a thousand waves, and everyone present looked surprised.
It stands to reason that for such an important task, even if Guan Yu is not sent, Zhang Fei should lead the army. How could it be the turn of a demoted general?
Even Zhang Liao himself looked at Zhang Heng in disbelief, a little at a loss.
Liu Bei frowned and said, "Ziyi, this battle is very important. I thought we should let Yunchang lead the troops."
"No." Zhang Heng shook his head, "I think Wenyuan is the most suitable."
"Why?"
Zhang Heng explained: "First, although the mission of raiding Xingyang is important, it is just the icing on the cake. Our foundation is still in Juan County. Yun Chang is the commander-in-chief of the army. When Xu Rong's army attacks, he will naturally be here Sitting in command can ensure that the main battlefield is safe.
Of the two, Wen Yuan was still under the command of Thief Dong a few days ago. Although he has abandoned the secret and turned to the bright side, the news has not spread yet, and even Xu Rong may not know about it. If we can deceive the city gates here, we can take Xingyang without any blood! "
Zhang Heng's words were impeccable. They did not offend Guan Yu and also showed Zhang Liao's irreplaceability. Liu Bei nodded repeatedly.
Of course, there is one person who is not satisfied, and that is our Mr. Zhang.
He didn't target Zhang Heng, but looked at Zhang Liao with some disdain.
Huh, it's just my defeated general, how can Ziyi say it is so important!
"Zi Yi's words make sense. Yide is injured now. Yun Changde leads the army to confront the enemy head-on. Wen Yuan becomes the most suitable candidate."
As he spoke, Liu Bei focused on Zhang Liao and said with a smile: "Wenyuan, how many troops and horses do you need for this trip?"
Zhang Liao couldn't believe his ears.
Such an important task falls on you!
"Back to my lord, if Xu Rong's army really comes out in full force, Liao can capture Xingyang for my lord with only its own troops and horses!"
"Only one thousand people are enough?" Liu Bei shook his head and said, "One thousand people is too few after all. How about I give you two thousand more people?"
"No need!" Zhang Liao shook his head repeatedly and said with excitement, "Liao's own troops and horses are enough. If we can't take Xingyang, Liao will come and see us!"
He understood that this opportunity to lead an army alone was hard-won. Since the chief had given it to him, he had to win well so that he could gain a firm foothold within Liu Bei's group in the future.
But Liu Bei disagreed and persuaded softly: "Wen Yuan, I know you are eager to achieve success, but you can't be so radical. It's good if you can win Xingyang. If you can't win, don't force it. Let's find another opportunity. Yide, Allocate two thousand men from your command to Wenyuan to help him raid Xingyang."
"As you command!"
Zhang Fei reluctantly agreed with his fists clasped.
After the meeting, Zhang Heng returned to his residence and was about to go to bed to rest when he suddenly heard a knock on the door outside.
After Zhang Heng thought for a moment, he understood who the visitor was. He couldn't help but shook his head and smiled, and said helplessly: "Come in."
The door was pushed open and Zhang Liao walked in.
"Wen Yuan, why did you come here late at night?"
Zhang Liao bowed to Zhang Heng to the end and said solemnly: "Thank you so much for your upright words. Your kindness will be unforgettable!"
"Just to talk about this?" Zhang Heng said with a half-smile.
"this……"
Zhang Liao was speechless for a moment and didn't understand what Zhang Heng meant.
Zhang Heng smiled meaningfully and said, "Wen Yuan, do you think I recommended you to fight tonight just to support you?"
"Is not it?"
A trace of doubt flashed in Zhang Liao's eyes.
"Of course not!" Zhang Heng said resolutely, "The reason why I recommend you is because you are indeed the most suitable candidate. If there is a more suitable candidate than you, I will directly recommend someone else, so you don't need to thank me."
"But……"
"There is no but. Wenyuan, please remember, the ultimate purpose of our trip is to enter Luoyang, kill the Dong thief, and rescue the emperor. Being loyal to the country is our duty as ministers, and we must not mix it with other selfish desires .
Furthermore, it is a matter of loyalty to others when entrusted by them. Since I was worshiped by Xuande Gong as the master and took charge of the military affairs, I should consider the overall situation rather than cultivating power. Do you understand? "
Zhang Heng has made it very clear. I support you because of your ability, not because I want you to feel grateful.
Even the last sentence has a hint of knocking - I don't want to establish a reputation within the group, so don't have other ideas.
Hearing this, Zhang Liao suddenly broke out in a cold sweat. He quickly raised his hands and said, "I am too shallow. I will definitely remember the Master's teachings in my heart! But if I want the Master to know, I am only grateful for the Master's help. I have no intention of doing so." Don’t mean anything else!”
"Of course I understand this, Wenyuan, don't think too much about it."
Zhang Heng comforted him softly, and at the same time reached out and patted Zhang Liao's shoulder twice.
"There are just some things, so it's better to explain them clearly in advance to avoid misunderstanding. What do Wen Yuan think?"
Zhang Liao hurriedly clasped his fists and said: "The chief is wise, and I will deeply appreciate it!"
"Okay, it's getting late. You have to lead the army out of the city tomorrow morning, so go back and rest. If you really want to thank me, you can use your troops this time."
"I will retire at the end!"
Zhang Liao cupped his hands and slowly retreated.
Looking at Zhang Liao's back, Zhang Heng couldn't help but shook his head and let out a long sigh.
Wherever there are people, there are rivers and lakes. There are bound to be many factions within a huge group. Those in power must balance the relationship between the various factions, so that everyone can work together, otherwise there will be endless internal friction.
Zhang Heng originally thought that he would have to face this problem for a long time, but Zhang Liao's arrival today gave him a wake-up call.
The Liu Bei Group has just been founded, and it is already tending to divide. As it continues to grow and develop in the future, this problem will definitely become more serious.
Forget it, let's start solving this problem after this battle is over.
