The people of Anding, who were far to the east of Longshan, revolted in response to the Shu army, which was beyond Cao Zhen's expectation. After all, the Shu army had not yet gone to Anding. Although the Shu people were deliberately trying to deceive people, the people of Anding rebelled against Wei. Is it too proactive and eager to surrender to Shu? Could it be that the hearts of the people of Yongliang are really not with the Wei Dynasty?
"No, it won't happen. The Shu army has only ravaged four or five counties now. Liangzhou and Guanzhong are still in the hands of the Wei Dynasty. Those who surrendered to Shu just saw that the Shu army was temporarily strong and rebelled against their will. It's destiny. Still in our great Wei Dynasty." In Xicheng, Cao Zhen thought to himself as he looked at the urgent report that Anding had just sent.
Cao Zhen had been in Guanzhong for many days. At first, he really thought that the Han army near Yicheng was the main force led by Zhuge Liang. As soon as he arrived in Chang'an, he quickly gathered the 20,000 Chinese troops brought by several companies in Guanzhong from Luoyang, a total of more than 30,000. People went to Xicheng to defend themselves against the enemy.
When they arrived at Yicheng, they saw the Han army camp outside the city with dense banners and military tents. It was true that the army was gathering and coming fiercely. Combined with the information that the Wei army in Guanzhong had previously found out about the Han army building pavilions and hoarding food and grass in Xiegu, Cao Zhen At that time, I believed half a dozen points.
After the test on the second day, he saw Zhuge Liang's banner and the Han army veteran Zhao Yun, who was wearing white armor and holding a silver gun, calling for battle in front of the formation, and he was convinced that Zhuge Liang would lead the main force here.
So, while he was shrinking his defenses and no longer fighting, he sent envoys to report back to Cao Rui and requested to send a large army for support.
Unexpectedly, more than ten days later, Longxi reported that Zhuge Liang led tens of thousands of troops out of Qishan and entered Longxi. The three counties of Tianshui, Nan'an and Guangwei almost fell. Only Guo Huai rushed to Shanggui to defend this important town in Longyou.
Cao Zhen was shocked when he heard this. Only then did he realize that he had fallen into Zhuge Liang's trick. It turned out that not only the Han army on the Chang'an route was a suspect, but also on the Xicheng route. The real target of the Han army was Longyou.
He did not dare to delay, so he quickly sent someone to report this military information to Cao Rui, and then led his troops out of the city to attack the Han army, hoping to eliminate the suspected soldiers as soon as possible and then go to Long to rescue Guo Huai.
However, as soon as Zhao Yun saw the Wei army in the city launching an uncharacteristically large-scale attack, he immediately understood that the suspicious tactics had been seen through, so he consolidated the camp and refused to attack. When Cao Zhen came to attack, he arranged for strong bows and crossbows, and fired random arrows. The direct shots knocked the Wei soldiers off their backs and caused many casualties.
Cao Zhen saw that the Han army's camp was difficult to defeat at once, so he had to withdraw his troops and return to the city to make other plans. After that, Cao Zhen came to attack several times and used various strategies. Zhao Yun and Deng Zhi were unmoved and insisted on holding on, as long as Cao Zhen was held back. For a time, the two armies faced each other, and the victory or defeat was difficult to determine.
The monarchs and ministers of the Wei state in Luoyang have received Cao Zhen's urgent report. They learned that the main force of the Han army was not in Jigu but in Longxi, and that the officials and people in the four counties of Tianshui, Guangwei, Nan'an, and Anding had rebelled against Wei and returned to the Han. They responded one after another, and Longxi Four or five cities including Shangzhu County, Longxi County, Shanggui County, etc. are still in the hands of Cao Wei.
Cao Rui quickly ascended to the palace and gathered civil and military ministers to discuss countermeasures. However, the ministers were all thrown into chaos by Ji Han's dazzling set of moves, and no good plan could be reached after repeated discussions.
Seeing that the ministers seemed to be frightened, Cao Rui secretly thought that everyone must be calmed down before discussing matters, so he laughed and said: "My lords, although Longyou is in ruins, Guanzhong and Liangzhou are still in the hands of my great Wei Dynasty, and now they are only a few counties." Fall, why are you so panicked?
It turns out that Zhuge Liang blocked the mountain and made it difficult to attack. Now he came out on his own, which is in line with the principles of military strategy to lure the enemy out. Moreover, Zhuge Liang coveted the four counties and knew how to advance but did not know how to retreat. Therefore, at this time, Liang will definitely be defeated. "
When the ministers saw that the emperor was so calm and his tone was full of confidence, they immediately calmed down and lowered their heads to think about ways to defeat the enemy.
After a while, Taiwei Hua Xin came out of the squad and said: "Your Majesty, although the Shu army attacked fiercely for a while, its total strength was less than 100,000. However, we, the Wei Dynasty, have millions of armors and thousands of good generals to attack the weak with the strong. , How can there be any reason to be invincible if we use more to defeat less?
Moreover, Qishanbao, Shanggui and Longxi counties are still in the hands of the Wei Dynasty, and Longyou has not all fallen. I ask your Majesty to quickly send tens of thousands of elite troops to Longxi to support. As soon as the Wei Tianbing arrives and I join forces with Guo Huai and other Longshang generals, I predict that Zhuge Liang and Xiaoxiao will be severely defeated. "
Cao Rui nodded. It is natural to send troops to rescue, but is it just like this?
While Cao Rui was still thinking about it, Chen Qun came out again and said, "Your Majesty, what Taiwei Hua said is correct, but I think just sending reinforcements is not enough."
"Oh, what else should I do according to your wishes?"
Chen Qun said: "Your Majesty, although Zhuge Liang is showing off his cruelty and wreaking havoc, it is true that the people in Guanlong are afraid of the enemy. Moreover, many officials and people in Longyou have rebelled and made trouble, which shows that the power of Wei Dynasty has not spread far and wide.
Therefore, I think that Your Majesty should go to Chang'an to take charge of the expedition in person, supervise the generals, and intimidate the unconquered ministers. In this way, everyone will use their lives, and the Shu army can retreat. Otherwise, Chang'an will be lost and Guanzhong will be in danger! "
"Good, my dear, your words are very much in line with my wishes." Cao Rui nodded and praised.
He originally intended to go to Chang'an to take charge of the military expedition in person, but he was afraid that the officials would dissuade him and would not be able to tell him. Unexpectedly, at this moment, Chen Qun came out to persuade him to march west to Chang'an, and he immediately expressed his approval.
Sure enough, seeing Chen Qun, Sikong Li advocated for the emperor to lead the expedition in person, even a few of the ministers were unwilling and unable to disobey the emperor and the three princes.
"My lords, I have made up my mind. I will personally march in Chang'an and lead the generals to repel the Shu army."
The ministers bowed and responded: "Your Majesty is wise."
Cao Rui nodded and said: "Shanglong rescue is urgent. Who do you think should be sent to lead the troops?"
"Your Majesty, I recommend one person to you."
As soon as he finished speaking, someone answered. Everyone looked for the voice and turned out to be Taifu Zhong Yao. Seeing that it was him who came to recommend, everyone suddenly realized that this man was once the Sili Xiaowei and guarded Guanzhong for many years. He was familiar with the geography and people of Guanxi, so he must have a suitable candidate.
Cao Rui asked, "Who is it?"
"General Zuo Zhang He has been a general in Guanxi for a long time. He is familiar with the geography and scenery of Yongliang. He is also a famous general in the Wei Dynasty because of his clever tactics and good formations. In the past, Liu Bei was quite afraid of him, so he sent General Zuo to go. Can defeat Zhuge Liang."
Cao Rui nodded and asked, "What do you think?"
Now there is only one Zhang He left among the five good generals. This person has been fighting in Guanxi for several times. It is natural for him to go to resist the enemy and the ministers, so they said in unison: "I second my opinion."
"Okay." Cao Rui made up his mind: "Come here, pass the order, order General Zhang He of the Left to return from Jingzhou quickly, advance his position, and order him to quickly lead 50,000 cavalry to Longxi to fight Zhuge Liang. I will then lead the army on my own. The army went to Chang'an to take control."
Three days later, Zhang He received Cao Rui's edict in Wancheng and did not dare to neglect it. He immediately took the edict to his immediate superior Sima Yi to bid farewell.
After Cao Rui succeeded to the throne, Zhang He was transferred to the center line and guarded Jingzhou together with Sima Yi. The last time Sima Yi conquered Mengda, he was the one who stayed behind in Wancheng.
Before leaving, Zhang He specifically asked Sima Yi for advice on how to advance the army, and said: "Captain, the situation in Longxi is critical. It is nearly two thousand miles from Luoyang to Longxi. I deliberately abandoned the infantry and led the cavalry one step ahead. Does the Commander think so?"
"Jun Yi's words are very reasonable. I have always believed that only quick soldiers can seize the opportunity to win. The last time I went to attack Shangyong, I was a step too late for Zhuge Liang and was defeated. This time I hope Jun Yi can quickly go to Long to reverse the situation of the battle." Sima Yi replied.
Zhang He said: "I just don't know which road the governor thinks I should take to get to Long? At present, Guangwei County has been captured by Shu soldiers. The exit of Longshan Road is probably not in my hands, and the exit of Chencang Weishui Road is still in Guo Shijun In my hand, and the Chencang Weishui Road is one or two hundred miles closer than the Longshan Road, it seems that the army should take the Chencang Weishui Road?"
"Haha, Junyi is testing me. Although Shanggui is still in our hands, the main force of the Shu army will definitely be blocked in Shanggui, and although the Chencang Wei Waterway is close, the road is rugged and not suitable for large armies. And although the Longshan Road is It's far away, but the road is flat and suitable for cavalry to attack.
Junyi wanted to go up to Longdang and take the Longshan Road to quickly attack Guangwei and Tianshui. At that time, Zhuge Liang would be attacked from both sides and the Shu army would be able to defeat him. "Sima Yi said with a smile.
Zhang He also laughed and said: "Haha, what the governor said coincides with mine, so let's go." After saying that, he got on his horse and said goodbye.
Sima Yi returned the courtesy and said, "I'm waiting for Jun Yi's success in Wancheng."
