In the territory of Western Shu, Yuguan.
Xu Mu got off the carriage, turned his head, and looked at the mountains behind, winding like a long snake. And Yuguan is like the position of Shekou. One man can guard the pass, but ten thousand people cannot open it.
At the beginning, Dong Wen of Liangzhou was so angry that he cursed his mother at Yuguan.
When entering Shu, Xu Mu's initial idea was to rely on the natural dangers of Yuguan, hold the pass, and then wait for an opportunity for Shujia to come out of the mountain.
However, Liangzhou was aggressive, so he adopted Jia Zhou's decision. Not wanting to be a trapped beast, he turned from defense to offense, and gradually conquered the four states of Liang.
At this time, the person guarding Yuguan was no longer Chen Zhong, but a lieutenant who had left the general hall. The number of men stationed in the garrison was only more than 3,000.
"See my lord!"
"No need to be polite, just get up." Xu Mu said with a smile.
"Lord, do you want to go into seclusion and rest?"
Xu Mu shook his head, "That's not necessary, you go about your business first."
The little captain did not dare to disobey, nodded, and led the people back to the pass.
"Long Gong, order someone to build a straw shed and lay down a mat."
At this time, although it is already the end of summer, the hot and dry atmosphere is still not reduced by half.
Xu Mu walked back to the carriage and looked at the bronze curling kettle inside. This time when he was waiting for Dongfang Jing, he specially ordered someone to bring Dongfang Jing’s favorite iced plum juice.
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"Lord, the little strategist is here!" Half a day later, Gongou, who went out to investigate, finally brought back good news.
Xu Mu stood up in surprise. When he looked up, he saw Fan Lu riding a horse in front, personally leading the people a long way.
Behind Fan Lu and the others, an ordinary carriage was slowly driving over.
"My lord, Lao Fan, I miss you so much!" As soon as he got closer, Fan Lu jumped off his horse and howled twice. When he saw the plum juice on the table, his face suddenly became overjoyed.
"My lord still loves me."
"Fan Lu, I didn't bring much. I left it for the little military advisor to drink... It's okay if you want to drink."
Fan Lu was startled, then quickly put down the plum juice, ran to the side, grabbed a soldier's water bag, and drank it in big gulps.
"Dongfang Jing greets the lord." The wooden wheel cart came over, Dongfang Jing just stabilized his body, then he excitedly raised his hands and bowed.
"Bolie, you and I don't need to be polite. Come on, let's drink a bowl of plum juice to relieve our fatigue."
"My lord still understands me." Dongfang Jing smiled without being pretentious. He took the soup bowl, slowly drank the chilled plum juice into his mouth, and laughed happily.
"My lord, don't worry. When I go to Dingzhou this time, I will try my best to force Beiyu to change his general."
The strategy of changing generals was originally discussed by Xu Mu and Dongfang Jing. The most perfect plan was to replace Jiang Meng. But now, Kezhou has become an important place in Northern Chongqing, and the sheepherder Xun Pingzi has been transferred. Things are not going well. Easy to handle. After weighing the situation, Xu Mucai adopted Dongfang Jing's second strategy and tried it again in other places.
As for why the general should be changed.
The reason is simple. Beiyu has a great talent who needs to be promoted.
"Bolie, Shentu Guan is both civil and military, so he is not easy to deal with."
Dongfang Jing pondered for a moment, "On the way here, I kept thinking that today's Beiyu is only divided into three groups, one is Shen Tuguan's Western Army, the other is Jiang Meng's Eastern Army, and the Beiyu King himself counter-rebellion The army is also considered one route. Of course, it is possible that a fourth route will be added soon."
"What does Bo Lie mean?"
"After entering Dingzhou, I need to gauge the situation. If Shentu Guan cannot be bullied, I can only force Beiyu to add another army to make Anzi take the position. Although Chang Sheng is not old, he has a suspicious temper. I still have to think about it for a long time."
"My lord, you should know that if we wait for the war between the north and the south, even if Anzi increases his army and takes the position, there will not be enough time and he will not be able to gather prestige at all."
Xu Mu nodded. If the commander of an army is given too little time, he will not be able to establish his prestige and cultivate his followers. Just like Lu Xiu, after many years of living and dying together, he became the soul of the Dingbei Army.
"No matter what, let's wait and see the situation before making a decision. Please rest assured, my lord, I, Dongfang Jing, will definitely make this happen this time."
"It's my fault for making Bolie work hard day and night."
"My Lord, why are you like this! Without the kindness of my Lord, I, Dongfang Jing, would still be a lame scholar, relying on the support of my brother and sister-in-law."
"Don't talk about this." Xu Mu smiled and helped Dongfang Jing pour another bowl of plum juice.
"I asked Divine Doctor Chen and there is no harm in drinking two more bowls. We have a long way to go to Dingzhou this time, so I, Xu Mu, will practice it for Bo Lie."
"Thank you, lord." Dongfang held up the plum juice and drank it comfortably into his mouth.
"It's been a while since I've been to Yuguan. My lord, take a good look. The trees here are starting to grow like crazy."
Xu Mu smiled, stood up, and personally pushed Dongfang Jing's wooden cart outside. This appearance shocked Dongfang Jing to accuse him repeatedly.
"Bolie, remember my words. You and Wenlong have always been my right-hand men. I have... lost an arm. Bolie should remember that no matter where he is, he must protect his body. Although Bolie is around There are also secret guards, but for some reason, I have always been uneasy——"
Xu Mu paused and called Gongou over.
"The best candidate originally was Si Hu. But his wife is expecting a baby, and I can't let him leave Chengdu. Although Long Gong is weak, he has the best arrow ability in the world. During this period, I will let him Follow Bo Lie and protect Bo Lie."
"Xu Changgong meets the military advisor."
"We are also acquaintances, no need to be polite." Dongfang Jing smiled and did not refuse.
"My lord, please look at the beauty of the thousands-mile mountains in Western Shu, how magnificent they are."
The three masters and subordinates all raised their heads and gazed at the scenery in the Yuguan area not far away.
"Back then, Bo Lie was not far from here, but he borrowed Tianshui and killed three of them in anger."
"It's all gone."
Dongfang Jing's expression slowly became resolute, "Just like when I first met my lord, I have already made a long-cherished wish to use this disabled body to help my lord conquer the thirty states in the world and unify the country."
"I always remember."
Xu Mu stretched out his hand, tremblingly, towards the sky, towards the sunshine and the green mountains in the distance. Perhaps one day, with the support of a group of old brothers, it would be possible for him to capture these thousands of miles of beautiful mountains and rivers.
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